Happy Friday, reader friends! I’m catching up on reviews this week! Check out the first line of The Highest of Hopes by Susan Anne Mason (Canadian Crossings book 2) below, then open the book nearest you and share the first line!
Today is a big day in our home! Although we basically homeschool year-round, it’s the final day of lessons for most subjects! I am looking forward to the lighter load and I know the kids are too!
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The Highest of Hopes by Susan Anne Mason
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“Emmaline Moore stepped up to the ship’s railing and peered through the mist to catch her first glimpse of the Nova Scotia shoreline now becoming visible.”
my thoughts
This book certainly tugged at my heartstrings, I have a soft spot for friends-to-romance stories! Despite her impulsive personality, I wanted Emma to succeed in her mission to find love and family. Some of her antics made me cringe but hey, no one is perfect! Jonathan is everything loyal and hardworking. His sense of honor, duty, and love make him a winsome hero and anyone who can’t see that (ahem, looking at you, Emma) needs to readjust their priorities!
Jonathan and his friend Reggie were my favorite characters but there’s also an enjoyable subplot involving a couple of secondary characters we meet along the way. Readers who like Dear John letter references, post-War veterans, family drama, or themes of belonging, second chances, and faith will especially enjoy this story.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and was under no obligation to post a review. The opinions expressed are my own.
Also, check out my Canadian Crossings book 1 review! Go to Hoarding Books to find more FLF bloggers!
Faithfully Bookish 
I think this cover is so pretty!
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Yes! That purple dress is lovely!
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I enjoy reading romance. And this cover would certainly appeal to me.
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When your dress coordinates with your surroundings, that’s a win!
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Over on my blog, I’m sharing the first line from A Reluctant Bride by Jody Hedlund. Here I’ll share with you the first line from chapter 4 of the same book.
“Mercy stood in the long line of tenants waiting for a turn at the water spigot at the back of the building.”
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I’m looking forward to that book too!
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Happy Friday!
Today on my blog I am sharing the first line from Summer by the Tides by Denise Hunter: https://christianfictiongirl.blog/2019/05/30/first-line-friday-89/. I am currently on chapter 4, so I will share a line from there.
“The sun was almost overhead by the time Connor has a moment to breathe.”
Hope you have a great weekend. Happy reading! ???
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It’s been too long since I’ve read one of Denise Hunter’s books, must remedy that asap!
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Good morning!
My first line if from The Number of Love #1 The Codebreakers by Roseanna M. White.
-Old Admiralty Building London, England 25 September 1917-
The numbers marched across the page in a glory all their own.
blessings, Tina
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Oooooo! Roseanna is on my list for this month too!
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I love the cover of this book! Happy reading Beth!
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You too, Heather!
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It sounds nice. I’m featuring a novel by Crystal L. Barnes on my blog called Husband Hunting. My current read is Prudie’s Mountain Man by Elaine Manders. I’m about to start chapter 5, so I will share the first line from that chapter. “Prudie sneaked a sidelong glance at her intended.” I hope you will enjoy a fantastic weekend!
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I love those titles! Thanks for sharing, Anneliese!
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❤️The Highest of Hopes❤️
My first line is from The Noble Guardian by Michelle Griep.
Was it wicked to say goodbye with a smile?
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Oh my, I love it! Can’t wait to get my hands on that book!
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Can you believe I have only read one of Susan Anne Mason’s books? Hope you have a wonderful weekend, my friend!
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Yes, I can believe it! We’re bound to miss an author here and there but not for lack of trying to read all the books!
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It was our last day in Paris.
My husband (and yes, I was really loving that word – a lot) Derek and I had breakfast on the private terrace of the hotel suite, enjoying the spectacular view of the city that was spread out before us.
THE BOOK SUPREMACY by Kate Carlisle
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How sweet! I love stories with married couples!
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Today on my blog I featured A Reluctant Bride by Jody Hedlund which I just finished last night. My next read is going to be Where Hope Begins by Catherine West so I’ll share that first line here: “My husband is leaving me.” I think I’m in for an intense read! Hope you have a wonderful weekend with some quality reading time 🙂
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Oh you are, my friend! Have tissues ready! Happy reading!
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I love friends to romance reads!! These are the kind of books where you just read the whole thing with a smile as you watch the romance bloom!
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Exactly! I completely agree!
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I need to catch up on reviews, too! I’m sharing from Kelly Irvin’s Through the Autumn Air on my blog today. Here is the second sentence:
“Mary Katherine Ropp stood motionless in the middle of her kitchen, a platter holding a two-layer German chocolate cake covered in whipped cream cheese frosting nestled in her hands.”
Have a great weekend!
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That is a good read! Enjoy, Yvette!
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Thanks for sharing. I haven’t read any books by this author. I’ll need to remedy that! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Happy reading, Beckie!
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Happy Weekend! My first line is from “When Love Blossoms: Book 2 of the Kindred Lake Series” by Elaine Stock:
“Kierra Madden grasped the phone tighter in both disbelief and gratitude.”
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I need to read Elaine’s stories! Thank you for sharing!
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Emmaline is such a pretty name! Today I’m sharing the first lines from Wooing Cadie McCaffrey by Bethany Turner: “Four years ago, on my thirtieth birthday, I had two very important realizations.”
https://moments-of-beauty.blogspot.com/2019/05/first-line-fridays-wooing-cadie.html
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Nice! I’m eagerly anticipating Cadie!
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More Than Words Can Say by Karen Witemeyer:
May- 1896- Honey Grove, Texas
“The council has denied your appeal, Miss Kemp.” Mayor Longfellow delivered the blow with a finality that threatened to buckle Abigail’s knees.
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YAY! Can’t wait to read it!
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