Saturday, January 25, 2025

Review of Charlotte McMaster and the Messenger Angel by Terry Overton

 

 


About the Book

 


Book: Charlotte McMaster and the Messenger Angel

Author: Terry Overton

Genre: Middle Grade Reader Fiction

Release date: November 26, 2024

Charlotte McMaster is in trouble. Some innocent memes shared to the whole school have resulted in community service at a rehabilitation center for the elderly. But her time with Mrs. Abigail Hooper will at least get her out of the tension at home, where her father stays out late working and her mother spends a lot of time worrying.

But when Mrs. Hooper invites Charlotte to spend time in her garden, she tells Charlotte about an angel that appeared to her when her husband died. Charlotte is drawn to the elderly woman and soon finds herself bringing her best friend, Ellie, on her visits as well. Seeking for answers about her adoption and her biological parents, Charlotte continues to be drawn to the garden to see if she can see the angel for herself.

Will Charlotte ever be able to find the answers she is searching for? Or will her search tear her family apart?

 

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My Review
The main characters bring the storyline to life in a very easy-to-read style. Charlotte is a little rebellious and quirky but helpful. A mistake made at school results in detention and community service. Little does she know that it might be part of God's plan.

I loved how Charlotte and Ellie grew in their spiritual walk as the story unfolded. It's a warm, sweet, and inspirational story for anyone of any age. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.

 

About the Author

Terry Overton is a retired university professor of educational and school psychology. She has an Ed.D. in Special Education and a Ph.D. in Psychology. Her professional experience includes teaching public school, teaching at the university level, and being a college dean. She has two children, seven grandchildren, one great granddaughter. 

Her writing and publication experiences include textbook and journal articles in the fields of special education and school psychology. She seeks to answer God’s call to share the good news and grow the church by writing Christian books and devotionals. 

Her books have won Firebird Book Awards, American Writing Winner Awards, Bookfest Winner Awards, Reader Views Silver Reviewers Award, and International Book Award Finalist. Her books examine real world events with a Christian worldview. She enjoys writing for young children, middle grade readers, YA fiction, and adult level novels. She and her husband live in the southern tip of Texas where they enjoy semi-tropical weather and spending time with their friends and family.

More from Terry

My daughter is an amazing person. After having three children, she and her husband felt God calling them to do more for children without parents. They fostered eleven children. But one year, they were asked to foster a newborn infant whose mother was no longer able to care for any of her children due to drug addiction. It was not that the child was rejected by his mother but that she could not care for him.

 My daughter brought him home from the hospital at the age of three days while he was having withdrawal symptoms from meth. After a few months, they decided to adopt the child. The process took a while because, for a short time, the child was allowed to return to his birth mother. He now lives with my daughter’s family, and he is an absolute delight and a great addition to the household. Charlotte McMaster and The Messenger Angel is dedicated to my daughter. 

It is a middle-grade reader about a middle school girl who, while wrestling with the question of being adopted and being rejected by her birth mother, meets a fascinating elderly lady. The vision of an angel provides help and guidance as this young girl comes to realize her adoptive parents were selected for her by God. 

This story conveys themes of healing, hope, and spiritual discovery. Through the character of Charlotte McMaster, the novel explores how a young girl, navigating the challenges of family tension and personal identity, seeks guidance from earthly and Heavenly sources. The elderly Mrs. Abigail Hooper tells Charlotte about her own experience with an angel. This introduces Charlotte to the idea of divine presence, sparking her curiosity about her past and adoption.

                    Blog Stops

Leslie’s Library Escape, January 18

Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, January 19

A Reader’s Brain, January 20 (Author Interview)

Library Lady’s Kid lit, January 21

Back Porch Reads, January 22 (Author Interview)

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, January 23

Simple Harvest Reads, January 24 (Author Interview)

Bizwings Blog, January 25

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, January 26

Texas Book-aholic, January 26

Artistic Nobody, January 27 (Author Interview)

Locks, Hooks and Books, January 28

Guild Master, January 29 (Author Interview)

For Him and My Family, January 29

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, January 30

Fiction Book Lover, January 31 (Author Interview)


                   Giveaway



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Tuesday, January 7, 2025

Spotlight, Excerpt & Review of Ambush on the Ranch by Tina Wheeler

 

Ambush on the Ranch JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Ambush on the Ranch by Tina Wheeler, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Ambush on the Ranch

Title: Ambush on the Ranch
Series:
Red Rock Country
Author:
Tina Wheeler
Publisher:
Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense
Release Date:
December 24, 2024
Genre:
Inspirational Romantic Suspense

Seeking ranch refuge…  

with lethal threats at every turn. 

After running for her life through the forest, art gallery owner Janel Newman wakes up in the hospital with no memory of the past forty-eight hours. A car bomb and masked gunman make it clear she must’ve seen something she shouldn’t have. When she's forced to hide at deputy sheriff Zach Walker’s family ranch along with her twin sister, secrets are uncovered, and a murderous conspiracy is revealed. With ruthless criminals dogging their every step, will Janel and Zach be able to thwart these villains’ plan to silence Janel for good?  

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Excerpt

“He’s going to kill us!” Janel scrambled over the SUV’s center console as Zach crawled out through his

window. Waiting for him to clear the threshold so that she could follow sent her thumping heart into

overdrive. “Hurry!”

A second bullet fired with a bang and shattered the back passenger window. Fear reverberated down

her spine.

Zach reached inside, grabbed her upper arms and pulled her out into the chest-high raging waters.

She gripped his broad shoulders as the frigid temperature assaulted her senses, and the undertow kept

her boots from gaining purchase on the rocks below. The ping of another bullet made her shudder.

Using the SUV’s door as a shield, they each took hold of the window frame to keep from being swept

away. Janel leaned toward the closed back seat window, daring a quick glance at the shooter. He sat on

his motorcycle up on the cliff, ready to take aim.

She panicked and ducked.

Water hit her face.

A bullet whizzed over the SUV, inches from where she’d been seconds ago.


My Thoughts

Book 3 of the Red Rock Country series. This book had me enthralled from the beginning. I couldn't put it down.

There was one action scene after another as Zach tries to protect Janel and her sister from the people who want them dead. The storyline is exciting, with mystery, romance, and some very unnerving twists.

The characters were down to earth, struggled with their faith, and tried to protect the ones they loved. The ending wrapped everything up nicely. Another great read from the author. Highly recommended.

I received a complimentary copy from the author; a positive review is not required. All opinions are my own.

Also Available

Ranch Under Fire 


About the Author

Tina Wheeler

Tina Wheeler is a Publishers Weekly Bestselling Author and retired teacher. Although she grew up on the edge of the desert in Arizona, her favorite place to plot a new story is on a balcony overlooking the ocean. She enjoys spending time with her large extended family, brainstorming with writing friends, discovering new restaurants, and traveling with her husband.

Connect with Tina by visiting authortinawheeler.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.


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(1) winner will receive a $25 Amazon digital gift card!

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