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Reviewed by Doreen Chombu for Readers' Favorite U.S. Marine Vietnam Sacrifice is a memoir by Raymond Isaac Lindsey, a Vietnam veteran, of his experiences after the war, written by his wife, Crystal Mary Lindsey. At nineteen, Raymond (Ray) fought in the Vietnam War against children recruited by the Viet Cong. The experience left him with physical and mental injuries. His therapy and treatment in Japan caused more harm, and when he returned home, he experienced symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Despite having a loving family and friends, Ray felt like he was in another world ...

In the depths of the magnificent Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, a secret resides, shrouded in mystery and concealed from the world's prying eyes. Who is this enigmatic figure known as the MYSTERY Healer? And why does he diligently safeguard his true identity? Meet Marni Granger, a resilient young woman residing at the base of the mountains. In her early years, tragedy struck when she accidentally fell against a scalding cooking pot, leaving a burn etched on her face. The resulting disfigurement inflicted emotional wounds that haunted her throughout her childhood and adulthood. One...

As Dr. Ariana Ross leaves behind the haunting memory of her parents’ murder, she sets her sights on a fresh start in the heart of the Australian Outback. But the rugged landscape holds more than just isolation and beauty -- it hides surprises that will change her life forever. Taking up a position in a country medical practice, Ariana soon finds herself at the center of a close-knit community, where her gentle presence and healing hands begin to leave a lasting impression. She meets Zane Lombardi, a handsome, confident Italian orchard owner; his strong Christian faith grounds him, yet his...

After the betrayal of a once-trusted love, Dr. Javin Stclair has learned to guard his heart with surgical precision. As a renowned reconstructive surgeon, his hands restore what’s broken, but inside, he carries wounds of his own. Known for his quiet demeanor, he keeps his emotions under lock and key, trusting quietly in God’s guidance. When vibrant and unpredictable Sage Saunders applies for the nursing position in his private clinic, she seems the exact opposite of everything he’s come to rely on: spontaneous, worldly, and a little reckless with her words. Still, something in her ...

Reviewed by Frank Mutuma for Readers' Favorite In Silent Echoes by Crystal Mary Lindsey, Dr. Faith Lancaster is a junior doctor when she meets Dr. Kaleb, who is much older and an experienced surgeon. They are in love, but their unlikely union faces serious challenges since Kaleb’s mother doesn’t approve of them being together. Despite the challenges, they get married, but Kaleb walks out of their marriage without any explanation. Heartbroken, Faith moves to another city where she immerses herself in her work. Her colleagues love her, and when the time comes for her to deliver the baby, ...

2021 Readers' Favorite Bronze Medal Winner in the Christian - Romance - Historical genre! 5STAR review. By Trudi LoPreto: Discovering Treasure by Crystal Mary Lindsey is a warm and fuzzy, happy story that truly offers inspiration and enjoyment. I found it impossible not to love Treasure Gilroy from our first meeting, as well as all of the friends she comes in contact with; Primrose, Ella, Connor, Thomas, Nellie, Kelvin, Frank, Marcus, and of course, Paris the puppy. Treasure is a famous model, well known in Paris, London, New York and Rome during the romantic years around 1928. When her ...

From the multi-award-winning author. Crystal Mary Lindsey This enthralling story is of a young man who left behind his unhappy life in 1925 England, to venture into the unknown and chase a future he could never imagine. With only a few belongings and a heart bruised by disappointments, he sailed toward Sydney, Australia, a distant land whispered about yet utterly unknown. As the shoreline of everything familiar faded behind him, one question pressed heavily on his soul: How would he survive alone? And deeper still… how would he endure the ache of leaving his beloved siblings? What Liam ...

Can you fathom or truly comprehend the depths of God's heart and mind? Do you believe in the extraordinary power of prayer, the miracle it can bring? The setting is 1950 in the vast Australian Outback. Silva Latham has entered adulthood, cherishing her love for Declan Callaghan for as long as she can remember. In her heart, she yearns for Declan to see her not just as the pesky little sister of his best friend but as a desirable woman. After a period of separation—Silva returning from a French polishing school and Declan from his studies in law at University—they reunite instantly, and ...

BATTLING the UNSEEN — A Lifetime of Spiritual Experiences For decades, I have witnessed firsthand the spiritual realm, both its light and its darkness. As a Bible-believing Christian, extraordinary encounters, unseen by many, have shaped my faith and understanding of God’s power. This book chronicles real-life experiences of spiritual warfare, beginning in 1953, and my personal responses as I relied on God’s Word, our greatest weapon, against unseen forces. From Demonic attacks to divine victories, each account reveals how scripture became my sword, bringing protection and triumph in ...

When SPECIALIST R.N. Enya Rafferty receives a mysterious packet from beyond the grave, it turns her world upside down. It launches her on a quest to uncover a buried family secret. Her journey takes her deep into the heart of Brolga, an isolated Outback town where her great-grandfather once built the foundation of their family legacy. After settling into the family’s old homestead, Enya stumbles upon a hidden photo album, leading her to explore the family graveyard. One stormy day, as she stands atop the hill behind the house, a lightning strike transports her back in time to 1899. Lying ...

It’s the year 2002 and in the heart of the American Mafia’s empire, a powerful boss’s son, Domonic Ambrosi, yearns for a bride whose purity matches his desire for a wife. Aria, a young orphan is trapped in the clutches of her exploitive aunt and uncle, working endlessly in their Calabrian situated southern Italian café. As her eighteenth birthday approaches changes suddenly take place. These would send her from the oppression she has known on a journey she could never have imagined. Caught in the cunning scheme of her guardians, Aria is thrust into the unlikely role as a proxy bride ...

Every wise woman should not miss the opportunity to read this enlightening book, while every mother should make sure to pass it on to her daughter. Nurse Erin Thibaut, known for her unwavering dedication to her profession, never anticipated finding herself in a romantic entanglement. However, fate had other plans when she encountered Dr. James Brennan, who pursued her relentlessly and eventually won her heart. This captivating narrative will expose the treacherous tactics and deceit some individuals employ to manipulate others. Driven by innocence, Erin becomes trapped in a web of lies, ...

Domestic Violence... One Christian Womans Story. What Would You Do in These Heart-Wrenching Circumstances? Are you, or someone you love, a victim of violence? Statistics show that abuse is rising worldwide, spreading like a devastating disease—even into Christian homes. You may know someone who seems to be on this destructive path or might even recognize these signs in your own life. From the very beginning, the warning signs were there, yet love blinded her to the inevitable. When you’re a kind and decent person, you want to believe the best in others. But some people see your goodness...

"She fled to find freedom yet found faith in the fire of God's Love." It's 1925 and eighteen-year-old Gracie feels buried beneath the weight of responsibility as the eldest in a sprawling southern family. Craving freedom and desperate to be seen, she dares to escape and walk to Nashville with dreams of becoming a country music star. But the road to destiny takes an unexpected turn. A breathtaking encounter with heavenly angels opens her eyes to the staggering depth of God’s love for her. Their words ignite a fire of inspiration and purpose within her soul. YET, just when hope blossoms, ...

In 1902, an exhausted Mariah Kingsford flees her life as an opera star in New Orleans to escape a dangerous pursuer. But as she returns to her family plantation in North Carolina, she wonders if life will improve or worsen. Upon arriving at her once-beautiful plantation home, its disrepair and disturbing secrets shock Mariah. Mysterious and terrifying occurrences with ghostly horse riders plague and baffle her. With the help of newfound friends, Colonel Jeb Craven, the town judge, and his lawyer son Hart, they unravel the tangled web of deception built by Mariah's crooked and evil ...

Brain-Stimulated Concussion …. Confuses Time Dr. Blain Conway, a captivating neurosurgeon who recently arrived in town, is infatuated by Star from the very moment their eyes meet, setting their hearts ablaze. Star Tripodi, a fiercely independent and breathtakingly beautiful young woman, holds a heart brimming with intoxicating dreams for the future. She believes herself impervious to any authority, including that of God. However, Star's world comes crashing down when an unfortunate twist of fate places her in the path of a speeding car, leaving her critically injured and reliant on life ...

Is there a SUPERNATURAL world at WAR all around us? What does the Bible say? Ephesians 6:12 KJV "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places." Serenity (Rena) Charles knew nothing about the Heavenly Battle between good and evil, ANGELS and Demons. BUT, she is about to be recruited as a SPIRIT WARRIOR and DISCOVER; there is a LOOMING NIGHTMARE worldwide! Fleeing from a desperately precarious situation following her grandmother's death, she risks the hazard...

“The Spirit of Happiness” is a deeply personal and spirit-led journey through brokenness, healing, and divine transformation. Told through the eyes of a woman who has weathered, heartache, and loss, this memoir-devotional reflects the raw, unfiltered cries of a soul reaching for God in the shadows and finding Him closer than ever. From the fields of childhood isolation to the wilderness of a fractured marriage and the ache of a daughter's suffering, the author opens her heart to reveal how God's voice can still speak in dreams, whispers, and divine interruptions. She recounts moments ...