Thursday, July 23, 2026

My Thoughts The Robber and the Witness by Danielle Grandinetti,

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for The Robber and the Witness by Danielle Grandinetti, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Robber and the Witness
Series: Christmas Cabin Historical Romance Novellas #3
Author: Danielle Grandinetti
Publisher: Hearth Spot Press
Release Date: July 21, 2026
Genre: Christmas Historical Romance/Mystery

Christmas … a time of reunions and unexpected surprises.

A simple favor, a best friend's promise, and the end of the line.

Wisconsin, 1931—When Gideon Lundgren agrees to escort his best friend's sister to Manitowish Waters, plans go awry when she witnesses a robbery. He thinks he's merely escorting the girl he once knew, but she's grown into a charming beauty.

Evangeline Whitaker's older brother always warned that her kind heart would be the death of her. It might at that. First, when she's an unwitting accomplice to a robber. Second, when her childhood crush becomes her bodyguard.

With a robber on their trail and a tangle of emotions between them, Evangeline and Gideon detour to his boss's cabin to wait out the ensuing manhunt. However, Evangeline's Christmas spirit might be the death of them both.

One cabin in the Northwoods … a decade of Christmas miracles.

A sweet 1931 Christmas mystery featuring a closed-door romance between a protective bodyguard and the woman who witnessed too much.

About the Author

Danielle Grandinetti writes award-winning 1930s historical romantic mystery and suspense. She is the 2026 Holt Medallion winner and a second-generation Italian-American. Fueled by tea and nature, she crafts hope-filled historical romance novels exploring immigrant heritage, found family, and cozy Midwest traditions. Find her at daniellegrandinetti.com.

My Thoughts

I received a complimentary copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I have to say, Danielle Grandinetti has become one of those authors whose books I genuinely look forward to reading. I will always read her new releases. Every time I pick up one of her stories, I know I’m in for a great mix of mystery, suspense, romance, and heart, and The Robber and the Witness was no exception. She has a way of transporting readers back in time.

The mystery kept me guessing, and every time I thought I had everything figured out, the story surprised me.
I really enjoyed the characters. Their relationship developed naturally, and I loved that the romance complemented the suspense instead of taking over the story. The historical setting was beautifully woven in and made everything feel so vivid.

One of my favorite things about Danielle Grandinetti’s books is how she creates just the right amount of tension while still giving you characters you can truly connect with. This story had me invested from start to finish, and I couldn’t wait to see how everything would come together.

Thank you to the author, publisher and JustRead Publicity Tours for allowing me to read a copy of this book.

Tour Giveaway

(2) winners will each receive a signed paperback of The Robber and the Witness, a notebook/pen set, and a wooden ornament!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight July 22, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on July 29, 2026. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2026

My Thoughts - The Light of Stars by Jenelle Hovde

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for The Light of Stars by Jenelle Hovde, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Light of Stars
Author: Jenelle Hovde
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Release Date: July 14, 2026
Genre: Historical Romance

An arranged marriage. A powerful company tainted with corruption. Two souls caught between obligation and a longing to find their true calling in this Regency romance set in glittering London ballrooms and Calcutta street markets.

When Kitty Grenville’s grandfather announces her engagement to Sebastian Sinclair, she’s appalled. She barely remembers the boy she met once as a child—and now he’s a man tied to the East India Company, the very organization that tore Kitty and her brother from their mother and home in Hyderabad years ago. Unwilling to relinquish her dream of a love match or her passion for astronomy, Kitty is determined to refuse the marriage and find freedom in her own way.

Sebastian Sinclair carries the weight of duty and regret. To atone for past sins, he complies with his grandfather’s orders to return to England, fulfill a long-standing betrothal, and defend the maligned East India Company before Parliament. Though Kitty makes her disinterest clear, Sebastian is drawn to her intellect and spirit.

As Kitty navigates her first London season, her opinion of Sebastian begins to shift, especially when he shields her from scandal. When he’s abruptly called back to India, Kitty stuns everyone by marrying him and going with him, hoping to escape her grandfather’s control—and to find her mother.

But the challenges that await in India are greater than imagined. Together, Kitty and Sebastian must confront the legacy of family and empire—and discover if a marriage born of obligation can grow into a love strong enough to endure.

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About the Author

Jenelle Hovde, an accomplished illustrator, author, pastor's wife, and homeschooling mother,

ventured off the beaten path when she transitioned from her career as a doctor of audiology to pursue her passion

for writing. While her nine novels span different eras—from the ancient worlds to World War II—

her favorite genre is sweet Regency romance that enchants readers with tales of love and intrigue set against the

backdrop of nineteenth-century England. Drawing inspiration from timeless treasures found in antique stores,

Jenelle pens historical romance novels that captivate readers with vivid storytelling and gentle messages of faith.

Her stories have garnered impressive showings in multiple writing contests.

Often found writing at the Florida beach, she navigates life with her family and manages two saucy cats who insist

on interrupting her creative endeavors.

Connect with Jenelle by visiting jenellehovdeauthor.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

MY THOUGHTS

The Light of Stars is written by Janelle Hovde. This is a beautifully written story that drew me in with its heartfelt characters, emotional depth, and themes of hope and resilience. Jenelle Hovde has a wonderful way of creating a world that feels both meaningful and immersive, making it easy to become invested in the journey of the characters.

The characters felt genuine, and their emotions came across in a way that made me want to keep turning the pages to see where their paths would lead. There is a thoughtful balance of warmth, reflection, and moments that encourage you to look deeper into the story.

This was a touching and memorable read that reminded me how even in difficult moments, there can still be light and possibility ahead. Jenelle Hovde has crafted a story filled with heart, and I look forward to discovering more from this author in the future.

Thank you to the author, publisher and JustRead Publicity Tours for allowing me to read a copy of this book - all thoughts are my own.

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a $25 gift card to their choice bookstore!

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Sunday, July 5, 2026

MY THOUGHTS - Mail-Order Viscountess Author: Misty M. Beller

About the Book

Book: Mail-Order Viscountess

Author: Misty M. Beller

Genre: Christian historical romance

Release Date: June 9, 2026

Five sons of an English duke, all raised in the Rocky Mountains…

When a Montana blizzard strands two strangers in a cave, honor demands a vow neither of them want.

Nobody knows the truth about newly knighted Lord Thomas Balfour. He doesn’t deserve the being honor showered on him, so after this last trip with his brother and sister-in-law to Butte for supplies, he’ll leave this territory behind completely. But once he reaches town, he’s blindsided to discover his brothers have ordered him a bride by post. A woman complicates everything. And even worse—the bride has brought her sister.

Kate McKinney masterminded this journey west to rescue her younger sister from their controlling mother’s plans. Yet one look at the intended groom’s scowl, and Kate’s doubts bloom. Maybe this mail-order marriage scheme will be far worse for her beloved sister than the wealthy brute their ambitious mother arranged.

Thomas has no choice but to help escort the sisters back to the Balfour ranch. On the trail, a blizzard changes everything, tearing Thomas and Kate away from the others—straight into danger…

From a USA Today bestselling author comes a royal family saga featuring a mail-order bride, snowed-in peril, and an aristocratic marriage of convenience…all set in the rugged Montana Territory.

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About the Author

Misty M. Beller is an ECPA and USA Today bestselling author with over 1 million books sold. She writes romantic mountain stories, set on the 1800s frontier and woven with the truth of God’s love.

Raised on a farm and surrounded by family, Misty developed her love for horses, history, and adventure. These days, her husband and children provide fresh adventure every day, keeping her both grounded and crazy.

Misty’s passion is to create inspiring Christian fiction infused with the grandeur of the mountains, writing historical romance that displays God’s abundant love through the twists and turns in the lives of her characters.

Sharing her stories with readers is a dream come true for Misty. She writes from her country home in South Carolina and escapes to the mountains any chance she gets.

More from Misty

His Brothers Did What?! Meet the Hero of Mail-Order Viscountess

Every family has that one person who needs a little…nudging in the right direction.

For the Balfour brothers, that person is Thomas.

Lord Thomas Balfour is many things—newly knighted, fiercely capable, and absolutely convinced he doesn’t deserve any of it. He carries a secret that weighs on him heavier than the Montana snow, and he’s made up his mind: after one last supply run to Butte with his brother and sister-in-law, he’s leaving the territory for good. No fuss, no goodbyes. Just gone.

His brothers, of course, had other plans.

Because while Thomas was busy planning his quiet disappearance, his brothers were busy placing an ad—for a mail-order bride. For him. Without telling him a single word about it.

So imagine Thomas’s face when he arrives in Butte and discovers a woman waiting there to become his wife.

Actually, not one woman. Two.

Because the bride—Kate McKinney—has brought her sister along.

To say Thomas is less than thrilled would be an understatement. The scowl he greets them with says everything. A woman complicates his carefully laid plans. Two women? That’s a catastrophe.

But here’s what Thomas doesn’t know yet: Kate didn’t come west to trap a reluctant lord into marriage. She came to rescue her sister. And one look at Thomas’s stormy expression has her wondering if she’s made a terrible mistake—whether the Balfour brothers’ well-meaning scheme has landed her beloved sister somewhere far worse than the life they left behind.

Two people who don’t want to be there. One scheme cooked up by meddling brothers who love Thomas too much to let him walk away. And a Montana blizzard that’s about to strand them all together with no way out.

I pray you love Mail-Order Viscountess! J

Blessings!

Misty

MY THOUGHTS

Mail-Order Viscountess is book three in the Lord of the Rockies series that written by one of my favorite historical fiction authors, Misty M. Beller. I have read all the books in the series, you can read them as stand alones -but since this is a series following brothers, you will want to read them all. Plus, this series is probably my favorite of the author.

Lord Thomas Balfour is newly knighted. He does not feel worthy or adequate and wants to walk away from it all. He has lived a reckless life - and it has shown. However, his brothers have sent away for a bride for him….. And she comes with her own sister. Kate McKinney’s thought process was to rescue her younger sister from her mother’s ill fated plans. Her sister would be the intended for Thomas - but a blizzard takes fate into it’s own hands. It becomes a journey of survival.

I have been looking forward for Thomas’s story. I knew that it was going to be great, and boy was it ever. I loved that Kate also wanted to help her sister, and she finds out that her plans will not go the way that it plans - it shows that God’s plans are better then what we can whip up.

Well written characters, engaging storyline this is a MUST read for historical fiction fans. I love this author, and this series.

Thank you to the author, publisher and Celebrate LIt for allowing me to read a copy of this book - all thoughts are my own.