Missing at Christmas by Deena Alexander

 

Missing at Christmas

 

Missing at Christmas (Love Inspired Suspense) by Deena Alexander

About Missing at Christmas

 

Missing at Christmas (Love Inspired Suspense) 

Inspirational Romantic Suspense Christian Mystery & Suspense 

Setting - Montana 

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Love Inspired Suspense 

Print length ‏ : ‎ 208 pages 

 

A dangerous family legacy. A race to save a baby in jeopardy.

When journalist Lexi McKenna receives a desperate call for help, she rushes to her sister’s home, only to find her sister dead and one of her twin nieces missing. With her past mafia ties resurfacing, Lexi must go on the run with agent Noah Thompson to protect herself from her father’s enemies. Although Lexi is the daughter of the mob boss who murdered Noah’s brother, Noah will do anything to take down her family—even work with her. As danger looms from all sides, they must find the abducted baby and dismantle a criminal empire before Lexi and her nieces end up as collateral damage.

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

About Deena Alexander

 

Deena grew up in a small town on the south shore of eastern Long Island, where she met and married her high school sweetheart. She recently relocated to Florida with her husband, three kids, son-in-law, and four dogs. Now she enjoys long walks in nature all year long, despite the occasional alligator or snake she sometimes encounters. Deena’s love for writing developed when her youngest son was born and didn’t sleep through the night, and she now works full time as a writer and a freelance editor. 

Author Links

Webpage: http://deenaalexander.com/index.html   

Blog: http://deenaalexander.com/blog.html 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeenaAlexanderAuthor 

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/DeenaAlexanderA 

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20382104.Deena_Alexander 

BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/deena-alexander 

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Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Deena-Alexander/author/B08C1VKZFZ

My Thoughts

Missing at Christmas by Deena Alexander is a gripping holiday novel that features a high level of action. The narrative demonstrates effective writing and maintains a consistent pace throughout.  Lexi and Noah are engaging main characters who face danger immediately after meeting.  The plot is tightly crafted with unexpected twists and secrets. The theme of faith is consistently integrated throughout the narrative.  The author's descriptions made the settings feel vivid and real.  I especially enjoyed the epilogue which nicely wrapped up the story.  Missing at Christmas is a suspenseful story with a slain sister, a taken twin, a dangerous dad, a protective private detective, a worrisome will, battling a blizzard, and finding a way forward.

Missing at Christmas is available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, Google Play, and Bookshop.org.  You can find Deena Alexander's other novels here.  Are you ready for the giveaways (there are two!)?  1.  To enter to win a $25 Amazon gift card, you can click here to enter or enter via the King Sumo form below. Good Luck!  2. You can win a  $10 Amazon gift card by leaving a comment telling me what is your favorite Halloween candy. My current favorites are Mounds and Peanut M & M's. Don't forget to leave your email address (I need a way to contact you if you win). If you prefer (you wish to keep your email private), you can email me at Doodlesink@hotmail.com. The contest ends on November 8 at 8 p.m. EST.  Good Luck!  

Thank you for stopping by today.  I will return tomorrow with Texas Christmas Cover-Up by Terri Reed.  There are a number of good books that came out today.  A few of the new titles are Murder by the Millions by Daryl Wood Gerber, Shattered Amish Identity by Mary Alford, Lost Alaskan Memories by Heidi McCahan, Die Another Dane by Laurien Berenson, The Tattered Cover by Ellery Adams, C is for Courting by Shelley Shepard Gray, Witches of Dubious Origin by Jenn McKinlay, and I Heard the Bells by Darlene Turner, Helen Smrcek, Melanie Stevenson, and Sara Davison. Don't forget to enter the giveaways!  The Amazon gift cards can help you purchase a few of the newly release titles.  I hope that you have joyful day.  Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

Tour Participants

October 28 – Christy's Cozy Corners – REVIEW, CHARACTER GUEST POST

October 28 – The Avid Reader -REVIEW, INDIVIDUAL GIVEAWAY

October 29 – Boys' Mom Reads! – REVIEW

October 29 – Books, Ramblings, and Tea – SPOTLIGHT

October 30 – Jody's Bookish Haven – SPOTLIGHT

October 30 – Angel's Book Nook – SPOTLIGHT

October 31 – Carla Loves to Read – REVIEW, AUTHOR GUEST POST, INDIVIDUAL GIVEAWAY

November 1 - Reading Is My SuperPower – REVIEW

November 2 - FUONLYKNEW – SPOTLIGHT

November 3 – Reading, Writing & Stitch-Metic – REVIEW

November 3 – Because I said so -- and other adventures in Parenting – REVIEW

November 4 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book - REVIEW

November 5 – Maureen's Musings – SPOTLIGHT

November 5 – Deal Sharing Aunt – REVIEW, AUTHOR INTERVIEW, INDIVIDUAL GIVEAWAY

November 6 – Sarandipity's – AUTHOR GUEST POST

November 6 – MJB Reviewers – SPOTLIGHT

November 7 – Salty Inspirations – CHARACTER GUEST POST

November 8 – Christa Reads and Writes – REVIEW

November 9 – Infinite House of Books – SPOTLIGHT

November 10 – Sapphyria's Book Reviews – REVIEW

*I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book.  I am not required to leave a review.  The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.

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Trusting the Amish Farmer by Laurel Blount

 Trusting the Amish Farmer

Book Summary

To start a new life together,

They must overcome their pasts.

After tragedy leaves her widowed, Anna Speicher is determined she and her young son will be done with farming forever. And the Amish community’s matchmaker knows the perfect bachelor to buy her farm. But strong and gentle Jeremiah Weaver is certain that he and Anna can help each other out—if they can work together. When he offers instead to make repairs in exchange for renting the farm for a year, Anna never imagined that he would bring fresh joy into her life. But is she ready to open her heart to another farmer?

From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.

Hickory Springs Amish

Book One:  The Amish Widower's Surprise

Book Two:  Trusting the Amish Farmer

My Thoughts

Trusting the Amish Farmer by Laurel Blount is a heartwarming Amish tale.  I enjoyed getting to know Jeremiah, Anna, Susie, and Anna’s son, Matthew.  I loved the scenes where Jeremiah was teaching Matthew the difference between a vegetable and a weed (so sweet).  I liked the interactions between Jeremiah and Anna.  Anna was determined to not marry another farmer.  This is a great example of how we plan, and God laughs.  There are good life lessons in the story including that it takes time for a heart to heal. While Trusting the Amish Farmer is the second book in the Hickory Springs Amish series, it can be read as a standalone.  The ending was sweet, and I was smiling when I turned the last page of Trusting the Amish Farmer.

Trusting the Amish Farmer is available from Amazon*.  The first book in the Hickory Springs Amish series is The Amish Widower's Surprise. The third book in the Hickory Springs Amish series is A Courtship for the Amish Nanny which comes out March 31, 2026.  You can find Laurel Blount's other novels here.  If you follow Laurel Blount on Amazon, they will send you an email when she releases a new book. Thank you for stopping by today.  I will return on Tuesday, August 5 with Hunting the Amish Witness by Dana Lynn. I hope that you have a blessed day.  Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book.  I am not required to leave a review.  The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.

*This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase using my links, I will receive a small commission from the sale at no cost to you.  Thank you for supporting The Avid Reader.

A Family on His Doorstep by Alena Auguste

 

Welcome to the Blog Tour for A Family on His Doorstep by Alena Auguste

hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: A Family On His Doorstep 
Author: Alena Auguste 
Publisher: Harlequin Love Inspired 
Release Date: July 29, 2025 
Genre: Contemporary Romance

Sometimes a tough situation

Requires a leap of faith… 

Unwed, unemployed and pregnant, Rebecca Young is in desperate need of a job. But finding work seems impossible. So when her late ex-boyfriend’s cousin Walker Greystone offers her room and board, and help getting a part-time job at the library he’s renovating in Eden, Texas, she eagerly accepts. But as they work together on a project that could change both of their lives, their feelings for one another deepen. Can Rebecca and Walker overcome their scars from the past and embrace the possibility of a happily-ever-after together?  

PURCHASE LINKS: Goodreads | Harlequin | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | ChristianBook | Bookshop | BookBub

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About the Author

Alena Auguste lives in Texas and can’t imagine living anywhere else. Married to her very own knight for thirty plus years, she and her husband have four amazing grown children and two of the handsomest grandsons ever! When she’s not creating trouble for her characters or working at the family business, you can find her cozying up with a steaming cup of tea and a good book. She would love to hear from you at alenaauguste.com.

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My Thoughts

A Family on His Doorstep by Alena Auguste is a sweet story. I thought this book was well written with steady pacing.  I enjoyed getting to know Rebbeca Young, Walker Greystone, and the rest of the Greystone clan.  Bell Greystone is such a dear.  The romance  is the slow burn type. I was a tad disappointed with the first kiss.  I expected it to be a special, emotional moment between the two, instead of a brief smooch.  I liked that Rebecca did not see her pregnancy as a mistake.  She was happily anticipating the birth of her child, but Rebecca was worried about providing for it.  Faith, family, and community were themes in the story.  I especially liked the fact that Rebecca was a librarian, and she was making a difference in the lives of children. Since there are still some single Greystone men, I hope we will get to visit Eden again.   A Family on His Doorstep is a heartfelt tale with an unexpected visitor, a warm welcome, financial difficulties, air conditioning setbacks, grand opening planning, and a helpful family.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winners will receive a $50 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight July 28, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on August 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 only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

Giveaway is subject to JustRead Publicity Tours Giveaway Policies.

Enter Giveaway

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A Family on His Doorstep is available from Amazon*.  If you follow Alena Auguste on Amazon, they will send you an email when she has a new book release.  Thank you for joining me today.  I will return tomorrow with Trusting the Amish Farmer by Laurel Blount. Don't forget to enter the giveaway  before you depart.  Good Luck!  I hope that you have a delightful day.  I have two rocking chairs as well as a side table to put together for our porch (there are so many screws).  The upside is that once I get one completed, the other should be a snap (they are identical).  Wish me luck!  Take care, stay cool (there has been a heat advisory every day), and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

Follow along at JustRead Tours for a full list of stops!

I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book.  I am not required to leave a review.  The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.

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A Family for the Cowboy Cop by Tanya Agler

 A Family for the Cowboy Cop

Book Summary

To catch a thief? Or to capture her heart?

Denver detective Jase Virtue has one assignment: return to his hometown of Violet Ridge, catch an escaped bank robber, go back to Denver. Staying at Cassie O’Neal’s farm isn’t part of the plan. But the single mom and her two young children need protection—even if she is the robber’s half sister and suspected accomplice. Bonding with the O’Neals, and a sweet little hen, has Jase wondering if he can truly trust Cassie. Because she makes him long for the home and happily-ever-after he never thought he deserved.

My Thoughts

A Family for the Cowboy Cop by Tanya Agler is a charming story. I enjoyed getting to know Jase, Cassie, and Cassie’s children.  We also get to catch up with Jase’s family (from the first two A Violet Ridge Novels).  I enjoyed the humor in the story.  I had to laugh when Blossom, one of the hens, took a liking to Jase.  I liked Cassie’s farm and what she was trying to accomplish.  I do not know how she managed to get so much done on her own (I would have been worn out by lunch).  Trust, forgiveness, family, and love are some of the themes in the story. The first couple of chapters were a tad long, so the story had a   slow start.  Once I got past those chapters, the story picked up. I liked the tension in the story courtesy of the escaped criminal (had me wondering what would happen next).  A Family for the Cowboy Cop is the third A Violet Ridge Novel. It can be read as a standalone for those new to the series.  I am looking forward to reading the next A Violet Ridge Novel. 

Blossom, a Speckled Sussex

Giveaway

Visit @justreadtours on Instagram for a chance to win a $25.00 Amazon gift card and an e-copy of The Triplets’ Holiday Miracle!  You will need to Like, Save, and Share their post regarding A Fafmily for the Cowboy Cop.  Follow the author @tanyaaglerauthor and @justreadtours.  Tag a friend (up to three per post).  Visit each hosted post of the tour for more entries (schedule at @justreadtours). The complete details are on @justreadtours posting.  Good Luck! (US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics. Instagram is not affiliated with nor responsible for this giveaway. Giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on July 30, 2025.)

Family for the Cowboy Cop comes out July 29 and it can be preordered from Amazon* and Harlequin.  The first two A Violet Ridge Novels are The Triplets' Holiday Miracle and Saving the Rancher.  The fourth A Violet Ridge Novel comes out November 25 and it is The Cowboy's Christmas Match (I cannot wait to read it).  If you follow Tanya Agler on Amazon, they will send you an email when she has a new book release.  Thank you for dropping by today. I am off to rest.  I am experiencing severe back pain (part of my fibromyalgia) and, according to the doctor, rest is the best medicine.  It gives me an opportunity to catch up on my reading.  I hope that you have a joyful day.  Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book.  I am not required to leave a review.  The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.

*This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase using my links, I will receive a small commission from the sale at no cost to you.  Thank you for supporting The Avid Reader.

Hiding the Witness by Deena Alexander

 

 

Hiding the Witness by Deena Alexander

About Hiding the Witness

 

Hiding the Witness (Love Inspired Suspense) 

Inspirational Romantic Suspense 

Number in Series – Jameson Investigations #2 

Setting - Upstate New York 

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Love Inspired Suspense

 

Rescuing a child makes her a killer’s target.

Racing into a burning cabin to search for survivors, firefighter Diana Cameron stumbles upon an unconscious child—and two bodies with bullet wounds. When a sniper targets their narrow escape, Diana has no choice but to team up with bodyguard Chase Mitchell to keep the little girl safe. Uncovering the identity of the murder victims is the only way to find the killer. But as they’re chased by gunmen into the mountain wilderness, can they protect a tiny witness from the unknown…when the truth is more sinister than they imagined?

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

About Deena Alexander

 

Deena grew up in a small town on the south shore of eastern Long Island, where she met and married her high school sweetheart. She recently relocated to Florida with her husband, three kids, son-in-law, and four dogs. Now she enjoys long walks in nature all year long, despite the occasional alligator or snake she sometimes encounters. Deena's love for writing developed when her youngest son was born and didn't sleep through the night, and she now works full-time as a writer and a freelance editor. 

Author Links

• Webpage: http://deenaalexander.com/index.html
• Blog: http://deenaalexander.com/blog.html
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeenaAlexanderAuthor
• Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/DeenaAlexanderA
• Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20382104.Deena_Alexander
• BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/deena-alexander
• Newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/492177/92188784823633445/share
• Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Deena-Alexander/author/B08C1VKZFZ
  

My Thoughts

Hiding the Witness by DeenaAlexander is a suspenseful story.  I liked the main characters, Diana and Chase.  I was pleased that Diana was a strong female character who can take care of herself.  Diana, though, is struggling to overcome an event that happened four years prior. Chase has demons of his own. The author did a wonderful job of revealing the character’s past traumas at just the right time.  It was sweet how Diana and Chase cared for the little girl.  They were compassionate and determined to keep the girl safe.    I enjoyed the action and suspense.  It had me turning the pages to learn what would happen next.  Faith was beautifully woven into the story and the ending left me smiling.  Hiding the Witness is an exciting tale with a cabin conflagration, a defenseless child, flying bullets, a guarded bodyguard, determined criminals, frightening nightmares, and profound prayers.  

Hiding the Witness is available from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Harlequin, Apple, and Google Play.  You can find Deena Alexander's other novels here.  As part of the tour, the author is giving away a $25 Amazon gift card.  Click here to enter and leave a comment for an extra entry.  Good Luck!  Thank you for popping by today.  Tomorrow I am featuring Beside the Dead by Mary Alford.  I hope that you have an uplifting day. I am off to call another company regarding my carport. I received a new recommendation yesterday (my fingers are crossed). I really wish Hurricane Milton had not picked on my home.  Do not forget to enter the giveaway before you depart (the Rafflecopter form is below or click here).  Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

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Tour Participants

February 25 – Jody's Bookish Haven – SPOTLIGHT 

February 25 – Read Your Writes Book Reviews - AUTHOR INTERVIEW, INDIVIDUAL GIVEAWAY 

February 26 – The Avid Reader – REVIEW 

February 27 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – REVIEW 

February 28 – Reading Is My SuperPower – REVIEW

March 1 – Maureen's Musings – SPOTLIGHT 

March 1 – CelticLady’s Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

March 2 – Deal Sharing Aunt – REVIEW, CHARACTER INTERVIEW

March 3 – Christy's Cozy Corners – REVIEW, INDIVIDUAL GIVEAWAY

March 4 – Cozy Up With Kathy – CHARACTER GUEST POST

March 4 – Sapphyria's Book Reviews – REVIEW

March 5 – Baroness Book Trove – REVIEW

March 6 – Boys’ Mom Reads! – REVIEW

March 7 – MJB Reviewers – SPOTLIGHT

March 7 – Novels Alive – REVIEW

March 8 – Reading, Writing & Stitch-Metic – REVIEW, INDIVIDUAL GIVEAWAY

March 9 – Wine Cellar Library – REVIEW, AUTHOR GUEST POST

March 10 – Because I said so -- and other adventures in Parenting – REVIEW

*I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book.  I am not required to leave a review.  The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.