Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Texas Reclaimed by Sherry Shindelar, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: Texas Reclaimed
Series: Lone Star Redemption #3
Author: Sherry Shindelar
Publisher: Wild Heart Books
Release Date: February 3, 2026
Genre: Christian Historical Romance
Can love blossom between a woman haunted by her family's past and a man haunted by the trauma of war?
Cora Scott is determined to hold onto her family's Texas ranch and provide a stable home for her young half-brother, Charlie, despite the mounting challenges of post-Civil War frontier life. But when a scheming creditor threatens to seize their land, she must accept help from Ben McKenzie, a former Yankee soldier sent by her late brother. Though Ben's generosity and strength draw her, the man's private struggle she stumbles upon—too reminiscent of her father's alcoholism—makes her question whether she can trust her heart to him.
Ben McKenzie arrives in Texas intent on fulfilling his promise to his dying friend to protect Cora and Charlie. While using his inheritance to save their ranch, he battles not only the loss of their cattle but also his dependency on laudanum—a medicine that turned into a curse after his imprisonment at Andersonville. As his feelings for Cora deepen, he must choose between his promise to his father to take over their Philadelphia newspaper and his growing dream of a life with Cora in Texas.
When a Comanche warrior begins courting Cora and Ben's responsibilities in Philadelphia threaten to tear them apart, they must decide if their love is strong enough to overcome their fears and forge a future together on the Texas frontier.
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Excerpt
Cora sank against Ben’s chest like parched earth soaking up rain, her body trembling almost as
much as Ben’s battered one. He could have been killed. A chill swept over her body. Her hands
dug into the back of Ben’s rumpled undershirt and held on tight. Thank God, Ben was alive,
standing, and breathing. Thank God, they hadn’t taken Charlie. That they were all still here safe.
Charlie came alongside and hugged them both. Ben slipped one hand from Cora and wrapped his arm
around the boy’s shoulders. Jack scurried around their feet, panting. Safe. Cora bit her lip and squeezed
her eyes shut. She choked back a sob. She wouldn’t cry. Strong and steady beneath the hard wall of his
chest, Ben’s heart pounded against her cheek.
His warmth permeated the dirty linen of his shirt and the thin cotton of her chemise, drawing her
like a magnet.
Moisture dropped onto the back of her head. A metallic smell. Blood.
Her breath caught. What was she thinking? Releasing her hold, she pulled back a few
inches, her hands still lingering on his sides as if they belonged there. “You’re bleeding.” Every
inch of her wobbled.
About the Author
Originally from Tennessee, Sherry Shindelar is a romantic at heart who enjoys taking her readers into the past. She fell in love with writing when she was nine years old. Decades later, she is living out her dream of writing stories from her heart and sharing them with the world. Sherry is a multi-award-winning author: 2025 Maggie Award Winner, 2023 ACFW Genesis Finalist, and 2022 Crown Finalist. She currently resides in Minnesota with her husband of forty-one years. They have three grown children and three grandchildren.
Connect with Sherry by visiting sherryshindelar.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email updates.
Tour Giveaway
(1) winner will receive a signed copy of Texas Reclaimed and $40 gift card to winner's choice of Amazon or Barnes & Noble!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight February 3, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on February 10, 2026. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US/CAN only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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I don’t receive many items that aren’t books to review so when this opportunity from Saddleback Leather came around I had to do it, especially since I needed a new purse. Long gone are the days of hauling a large bag to keep all the things kids needed so I typically carry a medium to small bag to keep my essentials.
When I saw the Mini Bucket Bag on the website I fell in love! I loved the color and the adjustable strap (since I wear my purse crossbody style). I was a little wary on the size, I mean I don’t carry a lot of stuff but I need to carry these items so I was so ecstatic when everything fit! I love that it’s real leather and I know will last me a very long time, so definitely worth the money since it’s a great quality product. The only thing I would add is a magnetic closure . It does have the cinch but I’m wondering how that will hold up in the coming years.
The website was super friendly to use and their story on how it all began is a great read so go check that out. I also love that this company has a wonderful ministry called Love 41 based out of the Bible Verse Psalm 41:1-3. They support different organizations helping children who are orphaned and single moms in impoverished countries.
If you are looking for a great gift that will last a while and have the budget to do so I suggest checking out this company!
Thank you @saddlebackbags for the purse to review! Needless to say I’m in love with it! All views expressed are my own!
About the Book
In the ultimate Christmas comfort read for fans of Nicholas Sparks and Karen Kingsbury, a bracing Christmas on North Carolina’s Outer Banks opens the door to a second chance at love…
Some places never leave you . . .
Two days before his 21st birthday, Brody Reames left the Outer Banks to fulfill his dream of sailing. For years, it’s been a liberating, wayfarer’s life, crewing on ocean-bound vessels and joining cross-Atlantic races. He knew leaving his hometown wouldn’t be forever, but to mend a disillusioned heart in Fortunate Harbor, it was for the best. Still, he never expected that a family upheaval and his loving mother’s plea would call him back. With Christmas nearing, Brody is coming home again—to a crisp chill in the air and a warm former flame . . .
Some goodbyes aren’t meant to be forever . . .
Attorney for the Outer Banks’ 5-star ocean-front resort and resident treasure hunter, Rae Alden has a life that is adventurous, rewarding . . . and lonely. Still struggling with recent romances gone wrong, Rae directs all her energy into her career and caring for her ailing aunt, taking respite in dawn runs along the beach. But now, after eight years, she sees Brody again. They share more than a passion for the island realm. There are memories of a lovely once-upon-a-time fling. It lasted until a fateful change of seasons—and heart.
Like waves along the Crystal Coast, emotions thought long-gone come rushing back. But with both of them facing family turmoil and secrets yet to be revealed, how promising is a new chance at happiness, no matter how powerful the yearning? For Brody and Rae, this Christmas is all about making wishes come true.
About the Author
Welcome to the Blog Tour for A Hero's Christmas Kiss by Virginia'dele Smith, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Series: Military Kisses
Author: Virginia'dele Smith
Publisher: Books are Ubiquitous, LLC
Release Date: November 7, 2025
Genre: Wholesome and Cozy, Small-Town Christian Romance
PURCHASE LINKS: Goodreads | Buy from the Author | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Bookshop | BookBub
My Thoughts
About the Author
Ashli Montgomery is a wife, a momma, a writer, a quilter, and an entrepreneur. Her passion is sharing love stories, books, quilts, yoga, recipes, her faith, and her favorite ways to create a lovely life.
Ashli writes wholesome and cozy romance under the pen name Virginia’dele Smith to honor Syble Virginia Tidwell, Adele Gertrude Baylin, and Etta Jean Smith.
These three cherished grandmothers taught Ashli to love without judgment, always putting family first. Through Grandma Syble’s journals and appetite for books, through Momadele’s priceless cards and handwritten letters, and through hours of visiting over fabric at Mema’s kitchen island, Ashli also learned to treasure words.
Get to know Ashli by subscribing to her newsletter, The Gazette, at AshliMontgomery.com
Tour Giveaway
(3) winners will each receive A Hero's Christmas Kiss Book Bundle including autographed hardcover edition; commemorative postcard, bookmark, sticker, and magnet; plus a $25 Starbucks gift card!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight December 2, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on December 9, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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Welcome to the Blog Tour for Puppy Love & Snowflake Kisses by Jennifer Faye, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: Puppy Love & Snowflake Kisses
Series: Kringle Falls #2
Author: Jennifer Faye
Publisher: Lazy Dazy Press
Release Date: October 1, 2025
Genre: Clean & Wholesome Romance / Christmas Holiday Romance / Small Town Romance
When she needs help, he’s the last person she would turn to…
Belle Sinclair has recently adopted a stray puppy. It was love at first snuggle. He is the best Christmas present ever. And yet her holiday happiness goes sideways when she hears a siren and spots flashing lights in her rearview mirror.
Sheriff Parker Bishop is a confirmed bachelor. He firmly believes all laws should be obeyed without exception. And so, when he spots the beautiful Belle Sinclair once more committing a moving violation, what choice does he have? He has to pull her over.
But this holiday, Belle’s puppy has gone missing. Suspecting foul play, she has to call on the one man in Kringle Falls who can get under her skin with just a look. This Christmas, will they be able to work past their differences in order to help the puppy? And along the way will they find that opposites just might attract?
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My Thoughts
About the Author
Award-winning author Jennifer Faye pens fun, heartwarming contemporary romances. With more than a million books sold, she is internationally published with books translated into more than a dozen languages and her work has been optioned for film. She is a two-time winner of the RT Book Reviews Reviewers' Choice Award, the CataRomance Reviewers' Choice Award, named a TOP PICK author, and been nominated for numerous other awards.
Now living her dream, she resides with her very patient husband, one bossy cat and an ornery pup. When she's not plotting out her next romance, you can find her curled up with a mug of tea and a book.
Connect with Jennifer by visiting jenniferfaye.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.
Tour Giveaway
(1) winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card & an autographed copy of Puppy Wishes & Candy Kisses!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 30, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on October 4, 2025. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US/CAN only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
Giveaway is subject to JustRead Publicity Tours Giveaway Policies.
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About the Book
Forty-eight-year-old Anita Wilson is too young to feel so old, but rheumatoid arthritis limits her ability to work on the guest ranch she owns with her husband. It was a risk to hire Tad for the summer, but Anita is convinced he just needs a bit of grace and encouragement to find his footing. What she doesn't anticipate is that Tad's presence at the ranch will change everything, including her relationship with her son. And when Tad finds himself in more trouble than ever, he and Anita must learn when to hold on, when to let go, and how to embrace grace.
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About the Author
About the Book
As the threat of eruption grows, former cop Cullen Landry refuses to leave his cabin in the evacuation area, which is why he's the only one left who can help Kit escape the crumpled cab of her truck. He doesn't want to get tangled up in the mystery of the beautiful woman with an abandoned infant, but when he sees the bullet hole in the windshield and the bloody handprint on the interior, he realizes that he's in this thing, like it or not.
When two armed men with ill intent approach, the race is on to stay alive, discover the truth, and find the baby's missing mother--all while a deadly mountain rains fire from above.
Experience the explosive start to this nail-biting series from USA Today bestselling author Dana Mentink!
My Thoughts
About the Author
Dana is the recipient of a Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Award, two ACFW Carol Awards as well as a Holt Medallion.
Dana loves feedback from her readers. Contact her via her website at www.danamentink.com
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