Tuesday, July 29, 2025

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-- 'A FAMILY ON HIS DOORSTEP' --
AUTHOR ALENA AUGUSTE 
 

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Welcome to the Blog Tour for A Family on His Doorstep 

by Alena Auguste, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

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About the Book

A Family on His Doorstep

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?  

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EXCERPT:

Gritting her teeth to keep the emotions at bay, she walked up the steps under the full glare of the summer sun. If the mile-long driveway lined with crepe myrtles or the immaculate house with rocking chairs on the wraparound porch didn’t tell her she was out of her element, the gleaming white F350 truck she parked next to would have. Her ancient beat-up car seemed like a tin can next to that monster truck. She set the box by the front door. Before she could take a step back, the door swung open.

Vince’s mother, an older version of Jackie Kennedy with silver hair, stood in front of her dressed in a white cardigan, soft pink silk shirt and tan slacks. Rebecca and Vince had dated for two years, but she’d only seen Vince’s mother one time, and that was at a distance. He’d never introduced them. She looked so different from her Aunt Grace, who was a tiny Trinidadian woman.

“Can I help you?” The woman opened the screen door and stepped out, a kind smile on her face.

Rebecca fidgeted with her hands. “Um, I wanted to drop off some of Vince’s things.”

The woman’s eyes immediately watered. “Oh, how kind of you.” She reached out a hand. “I’m Vince’s mother—Bell Greystone.”

She couldn’t help but shake her hand. “Rebecca Young.”

“Won’t you come inside? If you were a friend of Vince’s, I’d love to visit for a little bit. In fact, why don’t you stay for Sunday lunch?”

“Um—”

“Aunt Bell, who’s here?” a voice called from the house. What was Walker doing here? His voice brought back bittersweetmemories of fun-filled Sundays watching football games at her apartment in Houston.

“It’s a friend of Vince’s, Rebecca Young. She’s brought some of his things for me.”

“Rebecca?” Walker Greystone stood in the doorway, then stepped onto the porch. Tall and proud, all six feet of him. His brown hair and chiseled jaw looked the same as the last time she’d seen him. Only then his smile had been friendly, his face full of laughter. But not now. Now, his eyes seemed full of questions. He let the screen door slam shut and stood next to Bell. He wore his signature polo shirt, faded jeans and work-worn cowboy boots.

Bell appeared oblivious to the sudden tension between them. If the way Walker glared at her was any indication, he obviously knew Rebecca and Vince had broken up before his death. And wasn’t that just great. Someone else knew about her humiliation.

“Honey, will you get that box and show Rebecca in? She’s joining us for Sunday lunch. I’m going to get some refreshments while we wait for everything to be ready. That way we’ll have some time to visit.” Bell disappeared into the house.

“What are you doing here? I thought you and Vince broke up.” Walker said, hands on his hips, head tilted to the side in question.

Yep, he knew. This was the last thing she wanted. But she couldn’t be rude to Vince’s mother. That was one thing she’d learned from her Trinidadian father, to respect her elders. A trickle of sweat ran down her back as the breeze shifted. Rebecca appreciated the breeze but immediately regretted how it exposed her baby bump.

“You’re pregnant?”

She looked at Walker then down at her belly. Her entire reality exposed.

This was why she shouldn’t have come. Walker knew they broke up but not about the baby. Did Vince’s child matter so little? She straightened her shirt and stood tall even though everything in her wanted to curl up in a ball. “Yes, I’m pregnant.”

She walked past him and entered the house. She refused to feel sorry for herself or get lost in the swamp of the emotions trying to drown her. Her focus needed to be on getting a job, securing a place to live and raising her child. Alone. She was done with men, especially any man with the last name Greystone. 

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 MY REVIEW:

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This author's heartfelt debut novel is filled with faith, diversity, forgiveness, and love . . . 

Rebecca Young is a librarian who is pregnant and in need of a job. Her ex-boyfriend, Vince, abandoned her when she informed him of her pregnancy. He has since passed in a tragic accident.

Rebecca appears to be all alone in the world; but as a kind, empathetic woman, she decides to take a box of Vince's things to his former hometown to give to his family. Eden, Texas, is a small town, and she sets out to drop the box off at his mother's home on the family farm.

This could be very awkward since Rebecca has not met Vince's mother, Bell Greystone, even though she and Vince lived together for two years. When she appears at the farm she encounters Walker Greystone, Vince's first cousin and someone Rebecca definitely remembers from his visits to see Vince at their apartment.

Walker is fighting demons of his own from his past. As the oldest son and the one in charge of the family's HVAC business, Walker is juggling many responsibilities and duties. His brothers are supportive and hard-working, but they question his ambitious goals for their company.

Through the community connections of the Greystone family, Rebecca finds a job in the public library where she flourishes. As the plot moves forward, Rebecca and Walker develop a strong friendship and more . . . By working together on several projects, they make a positive impact on their community—and on each other.

Diversity plays an important role in this story, and it is a well-written element of the character development and events in the story which I appreciated. The faith thread is strong and meaningful.

This book is completely clean in language and content. I will look forward to reading more of this author's work in the future.

I received a copy of this book from the author through JustRead Publicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions shared here are solely my own. 

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About the Author

Alena Auguste

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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Thursday, July 17, 2025

~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE WHAT BRINGS US JOY ~

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 AUTHOR TERESA WELLS 

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About the Book

 

What Brings Us Joy

Title:  What Brings Us Joy 
Series:  The Truitts of Texas #1 
Author:
  Teresa Wells 
Publisher:
  Scrivenings Press LLC 
Release Date:  July 15, 2025 
Genre:
  Christian Historical Romance

1895: After losing their Georgia home, eighteen-year-old Delia Truitt and her family move to Blooming Grove, Texas, to work for a relative on a ramshackle farm. Set on helping her family dig out of their impoverished circumstances, she plans to open a dressmaker’s shop, combining her sewing skills and her keen fashion sense. But owning a business takes money she doesn’t have. 

Unless she can finish her quilt in time to enter the county fair. The prize money would be just enough to open her shop. Determined and resourceful, Delia sets her sights on success—until her heart takes an unexpected detour when she meets handsome Clarence Parker. 

Bent on respectability, Clarence refuses to let his past get in the way of his future happiness, especially after falling for spirited Delia Truitt. But his hopes shatter when headlines declare members of his former gang have broken out of jail and are heading his way, set on revenge. Though Clarence doesn’t regret testifying against the outlaws, he fears his future with Delia is in jeopardy. Clarence will protect her from the killers, even if it means risking their future together. 

Can Clarence keep her safe? And will Delia love him after she finds out about his past?  

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EXCERPT:

Now they were getting deep. She wasn’t ready to bare her soul. “Independence appeals to me.”That was true enough. She ruffled the soft grass with the palm of her hand.

Slowly, he sat upright. “Independence is a powerful drug, Delia. It can be life-giving, and it can be lethal.”

“I don’t understand.” If he didn’t look so somber, she would have thought he teased her.

“Someday you will.” Those gray-green eyes reflected an emotion she couldn’t pin down. She had a feeling even if she knew the circumstances behind his wisdom, he would still be a mystery.

He took the lemonade glass and drank until it was empty. When he spoke, his tone was light. “My sister said you are entering the fair this fall.”

“I think it’s a good way for people to see my work. After all, I’ll have to drum up interest before I can start my business.”

“Why not enter a dress you’ve sewn?”

“Most women can make a dress. But crazy quilts? It takes time and skill, and many don’t finish.” She snapped her mouth shut. She’d already told him all this. “I could go on and on when it comes to crazy quilts. Let’s talk about you.”

He shifted, his arms circling a knee. “Don’t believe anything Sallie says.” 

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About the Author

Teresa Wells

A former teacher and librarian, Teresa Wells treasures a story threaded with redemption and hope. She loves people, history, and studying the Bible. Teresa is a member of Novel Academy and American Christian Fiction Writers Association, where she volunteers behind the scenes. She lives with her family outside of Dallas, Texas. What Brings Us Joy is her first novel.

Connect with Teresa by visiting teresawells.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email newsletter updates.


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Sunday, July 13, 2025

~ MONDAY ROMANTIC SUSPENSE FEATURE EXPOSING LETHAL SECRETS ~

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--  'EXPOSING LETHAL SECRETS'  -- 
AUTHOR DEENA ALEXANDER

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Exposing Lethal Secrets by Deena Alexander

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About Exposing Lethal Secrets

 

Exposing Lethal Secrets Inspirational Romantic Suspense
  3rd in Series Setting - California desert and Florida forest
  Publisher ‏ : ‎ Love Inspired Suspense  
Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 1, 2025  
Print length ‏ : ‎ 208 pages  
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1335980687 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1335980687  
Digital ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DFQCVR9L  
Audiobook ASIN B0DK44F6MS
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This bodyguard and his K-9 will do anything to uncover the truth.

Stumbling upon a burning car and rescuing an injured woman wasn’t on bodyguard Caleb Miller’s vacation itinerary—nor were the gunmen who open fire on them. But Olivia Delaney has no memory of who she is or how she got there, only that she is under threat. Vowing to protect the woman in danger, Caleb and his K-9 go on the run with Olivia. As they work to stay a step ahead of her pursuers, they must untangle her past together…before her family’s deadly schemes bury them both.

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

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MY REVIEW:

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Unique characters, fast-paced action, a hardworking K-9, and a dedicated hero blend together to make this one of my favorite reads in this genre for 2025 . . .

Olivia Delaney works with her half-brother and half-sister at the family's successful investment firm founded by their father many years ago. When their father died unexpectedly, her older half-brother, Tristan, took over the company. Her half-sister, Amy, also works for the firm. Tension between the siblings has always been present, but now it's almost intolerable.

Questions arise about Tristan's business actions when Olivia finds her father's journal in a safe in his home. The journal documents controversial actions taken by Tristan at the firm, leaving Olivia with many questions.

Olivia, a computer software expert, decides to download the proof she needs to prove that things are not as they should be at the firm. From that moment on, Olivia is pursued relentlessly by violent assailants.

In the course of the action she meets bodyguard Caleb Miller who is on vacation with his K-9, Ranger. This threesome works together to navigate and solve this complex plot in an attempt to keep Olivia safe and solve the mystery at the firm.

I have read several of this author's Love Inspired Suspense novels, and she is a master at inserting action and danger into every possible scene throughout the plot. Ranger is a delightful addition to the story because of his loyalty, skills, and ability to comfort both Caleb and Olivia.

This story has a strong faith thread which I really appreciated. The book is completely clean in content and language.

I received a copy of this book from the author through Great Escapes Virtual Book Tours. All of my opinions and thoughts shared here are solely my own.

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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.

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