Choose the Right by Kimiko Christensen Hammari: A small book filled with a years worth of Family Home Evenings. It also includes a CD with all of the books contents on the CD for ease of printing. And what Family Home Evening would not be complete with out dessert. The end of the book contains simple recipes for desserts. Each lesson follows the 2012 Primary themes so you can follow up with what your children are learning on Sunday. Read full review here
No Holly for Christmas by Julie Ford: Holly Cavanaugh Winter is widowed and not looking forward to the holiday season. Her older sister brings her into a case that the district attorneys office is working on. While on the case she meets Brian McAlister, a playboy attorney who is helping out his father. They instantly are attracted but can they overcome their differences while keeping each other safe. Read review.
One Great Whole by Ryan Fullmer Umari: I had a hard time at first getting into the scientific aspects of this book but as I continued to read I found that I was enjoying the connection between science and religion. I have been pondering different aspects of the book over the last few weeks and keep sharing things I learn with those around me. I even shared part of it for a Family Home Evening lesson. I thought it was a very interesting book and look forward to reading the rest of the series. Read full review
The Alias by Mandi Tucker Slack: I enjoyed this book. I felt that it took more than half of the book to become suspenseful. I had a hard time putting the book down when I got to the final part of the book. I recommend this book to those who enjoy a romance with some suspense added. Read full review
That's Faith by Timothy L. Carver A concise book containing lots of thought. Explore how much faith you have on different principles of the gospel. Read the review.
The Outer Edge of Heavenby Jaclyn M. Hawkes This is a fun romance. I enjoyed reading it. The characters were well developed and you felt like you knew them by the time you finished the story. If you enjoy a good clean romance this would be the book for you. Read full review.
A Love Like Lilly by Kay Lynn Mangrum After her grandma dies Jamie spends the summer with her grandpa. During that summer not only does she stern about her grandparents past but discovers who she is.
All that was Promised by Vickie Hall. This was a book that I could not put down. The author made the characters come to live and they became real people to me. The trails of the early Saints was protrayed very well. I also really enjoyed how the author showed how trusting in the Lord dosn't always make the problems go away but helps us handle those problems much better. This is a book I would highly recommend. Read complete Review
From Combat Zone to Love at Home: Happy Face Token Systemby Debbie Preece: This is a Scripture based program that Debbie Preece came up with as she struggled to raise her children. Now 10 grandchildren later this program still blesses her family and she is sharing it. Find things that your children do that make you happy and reward that behavior and in turn you do things to make them happy. See how many stars this book earned.
The Wednesday Letters by Jason F. Wright reviewed by Glenda Bonner: Jack and Laurel Cooper were married for 39 years. They had a good life and a good marriage. They died in each others arms, but with Laurel cradled in his arms he writes the last "Wednesday letter." Their adult children discover boxes and boxes of "Wednesday Letters" that Jack wrote each week of their marriage to Laurel. The secrets they discover are startling to them. Read Full Review
Fall by Jennifer Hurst: I enjoyed reading this book from the beginning. The only problem I had with the book was it surprised me with the fantasy part of the book. It all came together well and was a quick read. I did find myself intrigued with what was going to happen I just felt like there were some loose ends about the main characters past. Overall I would recommend this book. Read full review.
The Candy Shop War by Brandon Mull reviewed by Glenda Bonner. A fantasy to enjoy by anyone about ten years or older. The adventures of four young friend--Nate, Pigeon, Summer and Trevor, as a result of their meeting the grandmotherly owner of the Sweet Tooth Ice Cream and Candy Shop Read Review
Dreams Unleashed by Linda Hawley. It took me a while to get into this book but as I started figuring out the time jumping I was able to really get into this book. I would recommend it and look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy. Read full review.
God Wants a Powerful People by Sheri Dew: This was a very inspiring book that gave me lots of ideas on what I can do to become a stronger person. The author shares personal experiences while helping the reader see ways we can improve. She also shares why we need to become stronger. This is a book I would highly recommend. Read how many stars this book received.
Tall Tales and Truths by Jenni Maiava A book which explores common "stories" about Mormons. The author, Jenni, share which of these "stories" are true and which are false. Read complete Review
