Giveaway Winners!

Congratulations go out to Wanda, who won a copy of Born Under a Lucky Moon by Dana Precious. I'll email her tomorrow. She'll have 72 hours to respond with her mailing address. If I don't hear from her within that time frame I'll select a new winner.

Our congratulations also go out to shanaelyse, winner of an eCopy of The Widow's Ransom by Mallary Mitchell.

Thanks to all who participated. Look for more giveaways coming soon!

Giveaway: The Widow's Ransom by Mallary Mitchell

He took a hostage, but got a wife.

Desperate to keep the bank from taking his land, River Kirby kidnaps widow, Abigail Hoff, with the intent to hold her for ransom.

Abigail has other ideas--a mutually beneficial plan that will save River's farm and allow her to remain in Kansas...River will pose as her husband.
(Pages 260) Sensual

Print ISBN: 1-60154-838-9

Read an excerpt!


She squinted at the sudden glare of sunlight.

Her gaze traveled up the barrel of the pistol to the burning coal black eyes of the gunman. The staccato drumming in her chest told her to scream, but the scream never vocalized, instead her lips parted in a welcoming smile. She knew those haunted eyes.

The man took one look at her face and groaned. “What are you doing here?”

River’s long hair had been braided and pulled back, but the black eyes over the bandanna were unmistakable.

She put a hand to her chest. “Me? What are you doing? I thought you were joking about robbing a stage, Ri...”

He put a gloved finger to her lips with a caress. “Uh-uh, no names.”

All through their exchange Mrs. Hazelwood shrieked like a banshee behind her.

“Put the gun away. You’re scaring her.” Abby tilted her head and gave him a faint pleading smile.

River’s eyes narrowed. “I’m robbing this stage. I really don’t think your request is possible.” He shook his head. Almost scolding he said, “I thought you were going home. I thought you’d be safe. How are you going to protect yourself? What if someone...”

She raised her brows. “Robbed my stage?”

“You know this man? You knew he was robbing this stage, and you said nothing?” Mr. Hazelwood accused.

“I hardly thought he was serious. And certainly didn’t know he’d pick this one.”

“Then you’re an accomplice.” The man rudely pointed his finger at her.

“Just because I happen to know the perpetrator does not mean I am part and parcel to this stick up!"

Read the reviews!

"The Widow's Ransom is a frontier love story that hums with energy as the hero and heroine skate close to the edge of the law while they come to recognize their self-worth and work with all their might to reach their happy-ever-after. Mallary Mitchell tugs the reader into the story and captivates with a delightful writing style that keeps emotions sizzling."

--Long and Short Reviews

"Ms. Mitchell captivated this reader with her storyline. I wanted to read constantly. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a sweet, poignant romance."

--The Romance Studio

Would you like to win a copy of The Widow's Ransom? Follow the rules of the contest below.

1) You must be a follower or subscriber of The Book Connection to win.

2) For your first entry, leave a comment with a valid email address. You can't win if you don't provide an email address.

3) One additional entry if you friend me on Facebook. Leave a comment with your profile link to show you're friending me.

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5) You must be 18 or older and reside in the U.S. or Canada to be eligible to win.


Deadline for entries is 11:59 PM Eastern on Sunday, April 3, 2011. Winner will be selected out of all entrants who followed the rules governing this contest. The book will be shipped directly to the winner by the author. The Book Connection is not responsible for lost or damaged goods. 

Giveaway for E-Copy of The Homecoming of Reece Flynn by Mallary Mitchell

Having escaped from a bad marriage Molly has no plans to venture back into the dating world. But when Reece Flynn drives through her father’s church—literally, that is—he crashes into her life like no other man ever has. It’s crazy to think a man like Reece would be interested in a woman like her, but why would God allow her to meet him if Reece wasn’t meant for her?


With his singing career in shambles, Reece Flynn relocates to Piney Mountain, North Carolina where he’s assigned a long hitch of community service. Reece is restless, always searching, but no matter what he gets, it’s not enough. He hopes to find some peace and quiet in Piney Mountain, but instead he finds Molly Harmon.

Could what he feels be love?

Read the reviews!
 
"Ms. Mallary Mitchell has written a book with all the elements necessary to provide the maximum enjoyment. It was easy to get involved with the plot and hard to find a stopping place. Her characters were so realistic, with so many different areas to explore, that I found myself feeling as if I was living within the confines of the book.... This inspirational novel gave us a look at spiritual commitment without being “preachy.” It will be enjoyed by all who read it, I’m sure. I am thrilled to have read it and recommend it to others regardless of age or preferred genre."
 
--The Romance Studio
 
"This is one book that will definitely leave readers sighing happily at the end."
 
--KnowABit.com
 
"The Homecoming of Reece Flynn is one of the most delightful inspirational romances I’ve read in a long time."
 
--Nightsandweekends.com
 
Mallary Mitchell fell in love with writing at age ten. Two years later she became hooked on romance while staying with her grandmother who always had a big stash of “happily-ever-afters”. When not writing, she spends time with her children who also share her love of writing.
 
How would you like to win an e-Copy of this inspirational romance? Read below for the details on how you can enter to win.
 

1) You must be a follower or subscriber of The Book Connection to win.

2) For your first entry, leave a comment with a valid email address. You can't win if you don't provide an email address.

3) One additional entry if you friend me on Facebook. Leave a comment with your profile link to show you're friending me.
4) One additional entry if you follow me on Twitter. Leave a comment with your profile link to show you're a follower.

5) You must be 18 or older to be eligible to win.

Deadline for entries is 11:59 PM Eastern on Sunday, March 27, 2011. Winner will be selected out of all entrants who followed the rules governing this contest.
 

 

Giveaway Winners Announced!

Our congratulations go out to Ellen, who won copies of the e-Books Snakes and Jails and Puppy Dog Tails and Luck of the Irish by Mallary Mitchell.

We also send out congratulations out to PoCoKat, winner of an electronic copy of Resurrection Garden by Frank Scully.

Thanks to all who participated. Look for new giveaways to be announced soon. I've got some great books coming up, so don't miss them.

February Romance Novel Event Giveaway: Snakes & Jails & Puppy Dog Tails and Luck of the Irish by Mallary Mitchell

Spinster Arabella Trask loves only one man, but he betrayed her. Levi Wallace left her for another and married the woman who carried his child. Now a widower, Levi is injured and desperately needs Arabella's help. Can she risk her heart again?

As he lays dying from a snake bite...

Levi's one regret is losing Bella. He never had the chance to tell her the child wasn't his. He married to save his brother's sorry hide and give the child a name. He longs to have Bella in his life again--will it take divine intervention to get her back?

30 Pages, Sweet (Historical)


Read an excerpt!

Jackson Springs, Arkansas 1870

“You can’t let him send me to the state penitentiary, Levi. They’ll kill me in there.”
Levi Wallace turned away from his incarcerated brother. He put his palms flat to the wall and rested his forehead against the cool bricks. What his brother asked of him was impossible. He couldn’t do it.

Giles was two years his senior but often seemed so much younger. He was always getting into something. Levi hoped marriage to Hulda McFarland would mature him. It didn’t.

“Why couldn’t you keep your pants on?” Levi finally growled. “You have a wife. Isn’t one woman enough? And if you had to fool around, why on this earth did you choose the sheriff’s daughter?”

Read the reviews!

"This is the kind of story that could easily be made into a full-length novel. Ms. Mitchell has done an amazing job of conveying a whole lot of story in carefully constructed pages. The writing is excellent and makes the journey seem entirely too fast, to the point that you’ll think of the characters long after “The End”. I ached for both Levi and Bella, and as the story unfolded felt my heart melt as they the parted lovers learned the truth and found their happily ever after."

--Long and Short Reviews

Sergeant Ian O'Reilly must find his brother, captured by Confederate forces, but he needs a little luck. Ian's company occupies New Bern, North Carolina, but New Bern holds many treasured memories including those of the lovely southern belle, Olivia Coltrane who stole his heart.

Olivia Coltrane doesn't think about the war. Her parents' deaths has forced her to work as a nurse to support herself and her daughter. When a group of soldier come under her care, she is devastated to find Ian among the wounded. Can their love be rekindled, or does this Yankee have a hidden agenda?

60 Pages Sweet (Historical)

Read the excerpt!

Olivia cupped Ian’s cheek, and teardrops plunked on his chest. He wiggled a bit as she placed her palms on either side of his face, her sweet breath brushed over his cheeks and lips. “Ian? Can you hear me?” For a moment her voice was hopeful. She dropped her head and placed her ear over his heart once again, and her hand gripped his bare shoulder.

"You can’t leave me.” She repeated. “I forbid it. I can’t live without you.”

He couldn’t bear anymore of her sorrow. He lifted his free arm and placed it around her waist.

“Shhhhh, it’s all right, love. I’m not going anywhere.” Speaking was more difficult than he’d anticipated, but he managed a scratchy whisper as he stroked the small of her back. She went still, then stiffened and reached back to remove his hand.

“Ian O’Reilly?”

“Yes?” His throat felt like it had been rubbed with sand.

“How long have you been awake?”

He didn’t answer. She lifted her head, and her eyes flashed fire.

“You lying Irishman!” Her husky voice shook, and she swiped at tears. “How dare you make me think you were dying when all you were doing was faking? Have you been awake the whole time?”

"Mallary Mitchell does a good job of putting us in the situation and yet not getting sidetracked in all the history. There is so much going on in the civil war that we could have gotten lost in any number of areas, but the story stays in its little area, with the characters while explaining all we need to know for the setting and each person. I really enjoyed Luck of the Irish..."

--Sizzling Hot Book Reviews

Mallary Mitchell fell in love with writing at age ten. Two years later she became hooked on romance while staying with her grandmother who always had a big stash of “happily-ever-afters”. When not writing, she spends time with her children who also share her love of writing.


Visit Mallary online at The Wild Rose Press website.

Here's how you can win an e-copy of Snakes & Jails & Puppy Dog Tails and Luck of the Irish!

1) You must be a follower or subscriber of The Book Connection to win.

2) For your first entry, leave a comment with a valid email address. You can't win if you don't provide an email address.

3) One additional entry if you friend me on Facebook. Leave a comment with your profile link to show you're friending me.

4) One additional entry if you follow me on Twitter. Leave a comment with your profile link to show you're a follower.

5) You must be 18 or older to be eligible to win.
Deadline for entries is 11:59 PM Eastern on Sunday, March 6, 2011. Winner will be selected out of all entrants who followed the rules governing this contest.