Reviews by cindy barriga
Once Upon a Prince
On 5/7 cindy barriga wrote: Once Upon a Prince By Rachel Hauck is magical. If I had to use just one word it would be just that... magical. Susanna, the heroine, has loved one man for as long as she can remeber and wants nothing more than to marry him, but just as in life it does not got according to plan. Sadly, Susanna is dumped ... magical
Letters to Katie
On 4/24 cindy barriga wrote: Letters to Katie by Kathleen Fuller is magical. This is the story of Katie Yoder and Johnny Mullet and how they come together with the guidance of God. We read that both Katie and Johnny are not happy in life because of their wants and pride but once they let go of this kind of life they began to get ... magical
The Heiress of Winterwood
On 4/9 cindy barriga wrote: The Heiress of Winterwood by Sarah Ladd is the story of Amelia and the risks she takes for a promise made. I believe Amelia handled the situation of loyalty rather well considering all that was at cost to her but could anyone blame her. She knew in her heart this was something she had to do at any cost ... Journey
The House that Love Built
On 3/13 cindy barriga wrote: The House that Love Built by Beth Wiseman is utterly charming but than again I am a huge sucker for cutesy romance novels. I love the idea that two people can come together even if they themselves do not think love is for them. A lot of the time two people need a helping hand to get them to see the love. ... Charming
A Matter of Trust
On 3/5 cindy barriga wrote: A Matter of Trust(a Mia Quinn Mystery) by Lis Wiehl is intense. Mia is one tough cookie with the way she is able to handle the craziness that is life. Not only is she a widow but the mother a teenage son and a toddler. That enough would fill your cup but she has bills and debt to pay so she takes on ... intense
So Shines the Night
On 2/19 cindy barriga wrote: So Shines the Night by Tracey Higley was inspiring. Daria is a women on the verge of altering her life and that of those around her. Daria escaped a dangerous situation to only have it follow her but that enabled her to confront it and overcome it. I enjoyed the strength Daria has eventhough she is struggling ... strength
The Sky Beneath My Feet
On 2/13 cindy barriga wrote: The Sky Beneath My Feet by Lisa Samson was breathtakingly relatable. I was transported from my hectic life while reading this novel and taken into the life of Beth and her world. To say this story was just that a story would be a lie. I thoroughly enjoyed escaping my day to read this journey of Beth's ... Stunning
Threads of Grace
On 2/5 cindy barriga wrote: Threads of Grace by Kelly Long is about Grace Beiler and the weavings of her life. She had to marry to save her family which meant love was not a factor. She then had a baby and that filled her life but then her husband dies. Grace took this opportunity and decided to start fresh in Pennsylvania. unfortunately ... Woven beautifully
Secretly Smitten
On 1/13 cindy barriga wrote: Secretly Smitten by Colleen Coble, Kristin Billerbeck, Diann Hunt, and Denise Hunter is the second book in a series about a town called Smitten. Quick background is that the town of Smitten was struggling financialy and the women came up with the idea to change that around with making the town a tourist ... Sweet
An Angel by Her Side
On 12/12 cindy barriga wrote: An Angel by Her Side by Ruth Reid is going to be the book that I will forever remember. The story of two individuals brought together with the help of His angels and given the necessary guidance is such a beautiful story to me. The whole idea that we are helped in the love department of our lives is ... Guidance
An Amish Kitchen
On 12/4 cindy barriga wrote: An Amish Kitchen by Beth Wiseman, Kelly Long, and Amy Clipston is another beautiful collaborative novel. In my opinion, written by the top three authors of Amish literature. The way that each of these ladies can weave grief, growth, understanding, and peace enlivens their characters so much so that I ... Delightful
Betrayal
On 11/20 cindy barriga wrote: Betrayal by Robin Lee Hatcher is a beautiful historical romance novel set in 1899. It is the lovely story of Julia and Hugh, two people so perfect for eachother. They each have had to overcome difficulties while trying to fulfill life's promises. The journey Julia and Hugh are traveling on is believably ... Lovely
Confessions of April Grace: Chocolate-Covered Baloney
On 11/14 cindy barriga wrote: Confessions of April Grace: chocolate covered baloney by KD McCrite is a dizzying of a tale, but the good kind. I did not think this would be the kind of novel a-not-so-teenage reader can enjoy. Fortunately, I did enjoy this story and could not put this novel down. I had laughed so hard that I received ... Funny
Isle of Shadows
On 11/6 cindy barriga wrote: Isle Of Shadows by Tracy Higley is a historical tale completely new to me. I have never heard of this story before reading Higley's version. And oh my goodness what an unbelieveable life Tessa led. Being beautiful and inteligent got her so far but her smarts are what saved her life. If she had not come ... Mystifying
A Marriage of the Heart
On 10/15 cindy barriga wrote: A Marriage of the Heart by Kelly Long is filled with three quick tales of love. Each of the stories is of young couples overcoming obsticles put on them or they are put in by way of life. Each of them has to trust their instincts but cannot because they lack the confidence to believe in their decisions. ... Love
Return to Sunday Dinner
On 10/10 cindy barriga wrote: I love recipe books but this one was not the type of cook book I would have ever bought for my collection because the meals are a little out of my tastes. I never thought I prefered a certain type of meal but reading through this cook book has made me realize my taste of recipes. The stories are nice ... Recipes
The Trouble With Cowboys
On 9/18 cindy barriga wrote: The Trouble with Cowboys by Denise Hunter is magical. This is the kind of story that a hopeless romantic craves or even needs. It is the story of Annie and Dylan. Annie needs help and Dylan is the only one she can think of to do just that. What Annie doesn't know is that Dylan is going to help her in ... Oh, those cowboys
The Southern Foodie
On 9/4 cindy barriga wrote: The Southern Foodie by Chris Chamberlain is the perfect directory for eateries of the South. Not only does it talk about the restaurant and its famous meal but it also gives the recipe for making this delicious meal. The recipes are easily doable for at home cooks and the stories of the restaurants are ... Southern goodness
Prayers of a Stranger
On 8/21 cindy barriga wrote: Prayers of a Stranger: A Christmas Story by Davis Bunn is a wonderful story about unplanned but much needed experiences. Amanda is planning for a down home holiday not a trek to the holy land with a soul changing shift. Yet that is exactly what happens to her. This story is beautifully written that I ... Magical
You Be Sweet
On 8/15 cindy barriga wrote: You Be Sweet by Patsy Caldwell and Amy Lyles Wilson is a cookbook focusing on desserts. Each of the recipes is amazingly easy to recreate in home kitchens. They created these delicious desserts with ingredients that are kitchen staples. Far too many cookbooks create recipes with ingredients that cost ... Yummy
Song of the Brokenhearted
On 8/1 cindy barriga wrote: Song of the Brokenhearted by Sheila Walsh and Cindy Martinusen Coloma will forever be burned in my mind. This novel was beautifully written and I just could not put it down I wanted to know where the characters were going. As I am a huge fan of Sheila Walsh I was expecting a gut wrenching tale but this ... Journey
A Path Toward Love
On 7/25 cindy barriga wrote: A Path Toward Love by Cara Lynn James is about Katherine a young widow. Katherine returns to her family in the Adirondack Mountains. While Andrew Townsend, an attorney who is successful, but not wealthy and is curious about Katherine's changed persona. She begins to talk to Andrew and creates a relationship ... Love
Faithful to Laura
On 7/18 cindy barriga wrote: Faithful to Laura by Kathleen Fuller is the by far one of my favorites by Kathleen. She created a character that is both lovable and relatable. Laura is a woman that has been wronged by a man and sets out to right the situation. Or at least get some answers as to why he did what he did to her. Then there ... Faithful
Tidewater Inn
On 7/10 cindy barriga wrote: Tidewater Inn by Colleen Coble is one of the most beautifully written stories I have read in quite a while. I had no expectations other than a new story to enjoy by a favorite writer of mine. And Coble did not disappoint with this novel. I could not put it down and had to read and read and read until ... Amazing
This Scarlet Cord
On 6/20 cindy barriga wrote: The Scarlet Cord by Joan Wolf was a wonderful story about an amazing woman that needed recognition. I had no knowledge of Rahab's story so the entire read was new and enlightening. I learned so much and wanted to keep reading until I finished the entire novel. This was such a page turner with all the ... Love
Through Rushing Water
On 6/13 cindy barriga wrote: Through rushing water by Catherine Richmond is a fantastic story about a woman and her Godly plans of self discovery. Sophia is happily going about with a congressman but her plans of a happily ever after are thrown to the curb when he proposes to her friend. She is embarrassed and plans to flee the ... Life
Arms of Love
On 6/5 cindy barriga wrote: Arms of Love by Kelly Long is another favorite for me from her. She does not disappoint and I am always inspired by the connections I feel towards her characters. And this story of late 18th century life was beautifully depicted to the point of an almost transportation while reading. I love when I can ... Love
Farm Fresh Southern Cooking
On 4/24 cindy barriga wrote: This review is from: Farm Fresh Southern Cooking: Straight from the Garden to Your Dinner Table (Paperback) Farm Fresh Southern Cooking by Tammy Algood is in one word fantastic. I read the cook book as if it were a novel. The recipes are doable and I had most everything in my pantry to try my hands at ... Delicious
Brush of Angel's Wings
On 3/21 cindy barriga wrote: Brush of Angel's Wings by Ruth Reid is a wonderful amish novel dealing with two reluctant individuals, Rachel and Jordan. Two of God's creatures need a little help in the love department and unknowingly they receive it through an angel, Nathaniel. He becomes their divine intervention, a cupid in my opinion. This ... Wings
The Wedding Dress
On 3/12 cindy barriga wrote: The Wedding Dress by Rachel Hauck was an inspirational novel dealing with four different women bound by one beautiful wedding dress. All of the women were just about to embark on a life changing moment for each of them and God came to them through one amazing gown and guided them with his love. Charlotte, ... Dress
Dawn Comes Early
On 3/6 cindy barriga wrote: Dawn Comes Early by Margaret Brownley was the story of Kate Tenney in 1895 Boston. She is a dime novelist with a banned book and looks to start fresh in another town. She comes across an advertisement for a Rancher by the name of Eleanor Walker looking for a single woman to pass over the reigns and land ... Dawn
Heart of Gold
On 2/16 cindy barriga wrote: Heart of Gold by Robin Lee Hatcher is beautiful. It is set in the year of 1864 in the midst of the civil war when all hope was lost. Shannon and her father a pastor are relocating to Idaho from Virginia for a new ministry position. She is not happy nor pleased to be leaving everything she loves behind ... Hearts
Beyond Molasses Creek
On 1/17 cindy barriga wrote: Posted 1/17/2012: Beyond Molasses Creek by Nicole Seitz is of Ally Green a woman, like many of us, who struggle with her past so chooses to flee from it. She avoids it as best she can but like everything it caught up with her. Ally has to return to where it all began for her and where she has loved and ... Must read.
The Accidental Bride
On 1/3 cindy barriga wrote: The Accidental Bride by Denise Hunter is a gem of a novel. The whole idea of a town so close and traditional is refreshing to this born and raised city gal. The only people I know are the next door neighbors and no others I yearn for a small tight community such as the one in this tale. A place where ... Bride
Smitten
On 12/6 cindy barriga wrote: Smitten by Colleen Coble, Kristen Billerbeck, Diann Hunt, & Denise Hunter is to me the perfect blending of some of my all-time favorite inspirational writers right now. The idea that four women come together to revive a town in its time of need is beautiful. I loved that they were able to come up with ... Love is on the way
Lonestar Angel
On 11/13 cindy barriga wrote: Lonestar Angel by Colleen Coble is a beautiful tale of a woman and a man struggling with the loss of their kidnapped baby girl. She was just weeks old when this horrible incident occured sending both of them into a five year separation. Eden assumed it was a divorce while Clay chose not to sign the papers ... Redemption
His Steadfast Love
On 10/12 cindy barriga wrote: His Steadfast Love by Golden Keyes Parsons is the perfect tale of enduring love. Amanda, our heroine, is the typical older sister carrying for her family when they need it most. She even puts the attraction she has for Capt. Littlefield to the side to care for them. Sadly, the war and slavery take a ... Love
The Wonder of Your Love
On 10/2 cindy barriga wrote: The Wonder of Your Love by Beth Wiseman is the tale of Katie Ann. She had to endure her abandonment and unexpected pregnancy with the help of her friend Martha, not her husband. He selfishly left her to be with another woman, an English woman. Fortunately Katie Ann had strength and guidance from the ... Love
Close Enough to Hear God Breathe
On 9/14 cindy barriga wrote: Close enough to hear god breathe by Greg Paul was not at all what I expected. I was expecting a book with inspirational text not real stories. They were so magical and inspiring that I could not put this book down. I wanted to read more and feel his words. It was unbelievable some of the stories but ... Breathe
Wrapped in Rain
On 8/23 cindy barriga wrote: Wrapped in Rain by Charles Martin is the story of Tucker Mason. A man famously known for capturing unseen things with his lens. Unfortunately he needs to see things in his life in a new way and forgive those that have wronged him. The question is can he do that. Can he forgive? Whether it was good or ... Rain
Cherished
On 8/9 cindy barriga wrote: Cherished by Kim Cash Tate is the story of two unlikely women coming together and forming a bond beyond measure. They each have endured personal setbacks and must find their way to forgiving themselves. Which is easier said then done but we can all relate to this situation. It is during their break down ... Cherished
Healing Hearts
On 8/2 cindy barriga wrote: Healing Hearts by Beth Wiseman is a compilations of three amish novellas. Each of them is vivid and magical in their own right but when grouped together it makes for a wonderful resource. I enjoy Mrs. Wiseman's body of work so I knew she would not disappoint regardless of length. And I was right, she ... Hope
Treasuring Emma
On 7/12 cindy barriga wrote: Posted 7/13/2011: Another amazing story by Kathleen Fuller, Treasuring Emma. Treasuring Emma will catch your attention from the first page, and you won’t want to put the book down until you find out what happens. I was gripped and read, devoured this novel in one glorious sitting. This is the story ... Treasured
The Final Hour
On 7/5 cindy barriga wrote: The Final Hour by Andrew Klavan was action packed. This may be written for juveniles but I was gripped from the beginning to the end. Charlie is in prison under the guise that he committed murder but he did no such thing. Sadly, he was in the wrong place at the wrong time, while hearing and seeing things ... Charlie
Billy Graham in Quotes
On 6/15 cindy barriga wrote: Billy Graham in Quotes by Franklin Graham with Donna Lee Toney is a wonderful book. Reading quotes are, in my opinion, tiny insights into the authors mind. One gets the sense that Mr. Graham was on a much higher level or understanding than a lot of us. This kind of book can be such a fantastic resource. ... Quotable
A Vision of Lucy
On 6/7 cindy barriga wrote: A Vision of Lucy: A Rocky Creek Romance by Margaret Brownley is colorful, with the time, 1882, the characters and the mystery involving most of the town. This tale has so many wonderful plots. The adorable relationship of Lucy and her brother Caleb, Lucy's many friendships and all the townsfolk. Most ... Lucy
Spring for Susannah
On 5/31 cindy barriga wrote: Spring for Susannah by Catherine Richmond is vivdly romantic. This is a romance novel I will not soon forget. It is the story of Susannah and Jesse, two unlikely people coming together thorugh God. She being a mail-order bride and he being a lonely bachelor. When Susannah's parents die leaving her alone ... Spring
Beyond All Measure
On 5/17 cindy barriga wrote: Beyond All Measure: A Hickory Ridge Romance by Dorothy Love was, is an amazing novel filled with such wonderful characters. This is the story of Ada Wentworth. A women left all alone after the deaths of her father and aunt. She was left penniless, needing to start a new. The only way she knew how was ... Beyond all Measure
The Elemental Journal
On 4/26 cindy barriga wrote: The Elemental Journal by Tammy Kushnir will be a keeper in my library of craft books. I have come across so many that at first seem fabulous but once you get down to it they are beautiful but no real beauty. This is a fabulous instructional book for both the novice and the experienced crafter. She makes ... The Elemental Journal
The Final Summit
On 4/19 cindy barriga wrote: Posted 4/19/2011: The Final Summit by Andy Andrews was such a huge let down for me. I thought this novel was going to be a mind blower or at least be give me some insight. Sadly I received nothing but frustration and sadness. I could not wait to read this one because I was extremely impressed with all ... The Final Summit
The Lightkeeper's Ball
On 4/18 cindy barriga wrote: This review is from: The Lightkeeper's Ball (A Mercy Falls Novel) (Paperback) The Lightkeeper's Ball by Colleen Coble is set in the weeks before the arrival of Haley's comet. In the time of carriages and tea time, women and men elegantly dressed and walks though town. Upon reading the first sentence ... The Lightkeeper's Ball
Heart of Ice
On 4/18 cindy barriga wrote: Posted 4/18/2011: Heart of Ice by Lis Wiehl with April Henry is not what I would call a thriller. The entire first half of the novel was slow and go. I put the book down at least a handful of times but was persistent to get to the end of the novel. I did learn a few things from this story because it, ... Heart of Ice
The Convenient Groom
On 3/15 cindy barriga wrote: This review is from: The Convenient Groom (A Nantucket Love Story) (Paperback) The Convenient Groom by Denise Hunter will forever be ingrained in my memory. This tale is about an independent woman working at her god given craft of helping others in times of need. Kate is an amazing therapist at the cusp ... The Convenient Groom
Seek Me with All Your Heart
On 2/27 cindy barriga wrote: This review is from: Seek Me with All Your Heart (A Land of Canaan Series) (Paperback) Seek me with all your heart by Beth Wiseman is was an amazingly inspirational read. I just could not put this novel down, it had everything. Two families avoiding hard situations by relocating to start fresh. Or so ... Seek me with all your heart
Outlive Your Life
On 1/7 cindy barriga wrote: This review is from: Outlive Your Life: You Were Made to Make A Difference (Hardcover) Outlive your life by Max Lucado is the perfect read for anyonoe needing a bit of a push in the right direction. To lead the in the right direction and to change for the good. I would not normally read this kind of ... Max Lucado
Faithful
On 12/18 cindy barriga wrote: This review is from: Faithful (Paperback) when I choose Faithful by Kim Cash Tate I had no idea it would be so good. I thought it was going to be about a lot of church lingo and lots of scriptures thrown in with the story. She proved me wrong. I am very happy I was completely wrong, I could not put the ... Faithful
The Butterfly Effect
On 9/8 cindy barriga wrote: The Butterfly Effect, September 7, 2010 By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews This review is from: The Butterfly Effect: How Your Life Matters (Hardcover) The Butterfly Effect: How Your Life Matters by Andy Andrews was a concise telling of this hypothesis. Like many things in life few is any ... The Butterfly Effect
Angel Song
On 8/18 cindy barriga wrote: ANGEL SONG BY SHEILA WALSH & KATHRYN CUSHMAN IS BEAUTIFUL. IT IS THE STORY OF A WOMAN GOING ABOUT HER LIFE BUT AVOIDING THE MEANING OF IT. SHE HAS NO REAL CONNECTION TO HERSELF AND THIS IS WHERE WE MET UP WITH HER. HER LITTLE SISTER IS ABOUT TO ACCOMPLISH A RATHER LARGE FEAT AND ANNE, OUR CHARACTER, ... Angel Song
Sarah's Garden
On 7/13 cindy barriga wrote: By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews This review is from: Sarah's Garden (A Patch of Heaven Novel) (Paperback) SARAH'S GARDEN BY KELLY LONG IS BEAUTIFUL. YOU ARE IMMERSED IN THE LIFE OF SARAH, A TWENTY SOMETHING YOUNG WOMAN WITH A GREEN THUMB. SHE CAN GROW ANYTHING AS WELL AS NURTURE IT. WE ... Sarah's Garden
Hand of Fate
On 6/11 cindy barriga wrote: Hand of Fate, June 11, 2010 By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews This review is from: Hand of Fate (Triple Threat Series #2) (Hardcover) HAND OF FATE BY LIS WIEHL IS AN ABSOLUTE NAIL BITTER, MIND BLOWER, WHIRLWIND OF A STORY RIDE. SHE HOOKS YOU IN FROM LINE ONE AND DRAGS YOU DOWN THE RABBIT ... Hand of Fate
Love on a Dime
On 6/9 cindy barriga wrote: By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews This review is from: Love on a Dime (Ladies of Summerhill) (Paperback) LOVE ON A DIME Ladies of Summerhill By Cara Lynn James IS BY FAR THE MOST ADORABLE NOVEL I HAVE HAD THE PLEASURE READING. IT IS A STORY ABOUT A WOMAN FINDING LOVE AT A YOUNG AGE AND IT ... Love on a Dime
The Heart Mender
On 5/20 cindy barriga wrote: the heart mender, May 20, 2010 By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews This review is from: The Heart Mender (Kindle Edition) THE HEART MENDER BY ANDY ANDREWS. THIS TALE IS FANTASTIC, I JUST COULD NOT PUT OIT DOWN. THE MERE FACT THAT THIS COULD POSSIBLY BE TRUE IS AMAZING TO ME. WHEN YOU PUT TO ... the heart mender
Plan B
On 5/3 cindy barriga wrote: Plan B, May 3, 2010 By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews This review is from: Plan B: What Do You Do When God Doesn't Show Up the Way You Thought He Would? (Paperback) PLAN B BY PETE WILSON IS NON OTHER THAN A WONDERFUL MOTIVATIONAL/ LIFE STARTER BOOK. IF ONE WERE GIVEN THE CHANCE TO START FRESH ... Plan B
Never Let You Go
On 4/26 cindy barriga wrote: Never let you go, April 26, 2010 By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews This review is from: Never Let You Go (Paperback) NEVER LET YOU GO BY ERIN HEALY IS A NAIL BITTER OF A STORY. YOU ARE SUCKED INTO THE UPS AND DOWNS OF LEXI'S LIFE. MAKING ME HAPPY TO HAVE NEVER ENDURED ONE TENTH OF WHAT SHE ... Never let you go
Rick and Bubba’s Big Honkin’ Book of Grub
On 4/7 cindy barriga wrote: WILL BEGIN WITH SAYING EVERYONE HAS TO READ THIS BOOK. I EXPECTED IT TO BE ABOUT FAMILY RECIPES NOT LIFE MOMENTS AND AMAZINGLY FUNNY ANECDOTES. HOW CAN YOU NOT LAUGH WHEN THEY WRITE, "WELL, OF COURSE THEY'RE FAT FREE. THEY'RE GREEN BEANS-WITHOUT BUTTER." IF ONLY THAT WERE TRUE, FAT FREE FOOD IS BUTTER ... Rick and Bubba's
The Flowering Cross
On 3/9 cindy barriga wrote: By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews (REAL NAME) THE FLOWERING CROSS THE FLOWERING CROSS BY BETH RYAN, ILLUSTRATED BY RENEE GRAEF IS SUCH AN ADORABLE TALE OF A YOUNG GIRL WHO BEFRIENDS AN ILL TEMPERED NEIGHBOR. KATIE MAKES YOU WANT TO BE YOUNG AND INNOCENT AGAIN. TO SEE SITUATIONS OPENLY AND ... The flowering cross
Jane Austen
On 2/23 cindy barriga wrote: Jane Austen, February 23, 2010 By Cindy A. Barriga - See all my reviews Christian Encounters: Jane Austen by Peter Leithart If you think you know Miss Austen, you do not. This biography will set you straight about her life if not at least open you eyes to her beliefs. With several of her brothers ... jane austen
Love Your Heart
On 2/9 cindy barriga wrote: Reviews New Reviewer Rank: 1,435,076 (Learn More) Love Your Heart by Tim McGraw Love Your Heart, February 9, 2010 LOVE YOUR HEART BY TIM MCGRAW AND TOM DOUGLAS, ILLUSTRATED BY ABIGAIL MARBLE IS A CHILDREN'S BOOK. A BEAUTIFUL STORY ABOUT THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FATHER AND DAUGHTER. WHICH TO ME IS REFRESHING. ... Love Your Heart
Plain Pursuit
On 1/24 cindy barriga wrote: Good read, January 24, 2010 PLAIN PURSUIT NEVER HAVING READ A FICTION CHRISTIAN ROMANCE, I MADE NO EXPECTATIONS AND BOY WAS I TURNED INTO A FAN. CARLEY IS LIKE ANY WOMEN ENJOYING THE DAY TO DAY BUT AVOIDING LIFE IN GENERAL. SO HER BOSS AT THE NEWSPAPER AND THOSE AROUND HER CAN SEE THIS AND SHE IS ... Good read