Friday, April 21, 2017

Witch by Denise Weimer

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About the Book


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Book: Witch
Author: Denise Weimer
Genre: Modern romantic light suspense with a historical back story
Release Date: April 1, 2017
The Restoration Trilogy: When Jennifer Rushmore accepts a brooding bachelor’s job offer to act as coordinator for the restoration of his family’s historic doctor’s house (WHITE), apothecary (WIDOW) and log cabin (WITCH) in a rural Georgia community, little does she know it’s her own heart that will undergo the greatest renovation. Three stories. Three centuries. Three lessons on the healing of the heart. And one buried mystery that threatens their redemption.
WITCH, Book Three: Having restored Michael Johnson’s ancestors’ house and apothecary shop and begun applying the lessons of family and forgiveness unearthed from the past, Jennifer Rushmore expects to complete her first preservation job with the simple relocation of a log home. But as her crew reconstructs the 1787 cabin, home to the first Dunham doctor, attacks on those involved throw suspicion on neighbors and friends alike. And while Jennifer has trusted God and Michael with the pain of her past, it appears Michael’s been keeping his own secrets. Will she use a dream job offer from Savannah as an escape, or will a haunting tale from a Colonial diary convince her to rely on the faithfulness of his love?

My Review:
This series interweaves a gripping story from the past, that is a novel in and of it's own, pulled forward into the current time frame. Jennifer Rushmore is the main person who is working to restore several major buildings on an history fourteen acre property. In each book, history of the past events, history of the current people involved, and major life lessons and events unfold. 

 In Witch, Jennifer and Micheal have come a long way from when they started this project. Two major buildings have been completed. The rich history about this property that is part of Micheal's heritage has been worked through. Jennifer has grown and changed so nicely, and now Micheal has to deal with his past that he has been hiding. I deeply appreciate the Southern aspects of this book, and this series. Being a Southern gal, I also can't help but be thrilled with the entire restoration of historical properties and buildings that are rich with history. Faithfulness is the focus of this book, and it shows in each major challenge that is overcome. God's faithfulness. Our character's faithfulness in the face of danger and obstacles is evident as you read. This is a strong book, and an even stronger series that I found to be enriching in many ways.   

About the Author 

2016headshotDENISE WEIMER holds a journalism degree with a minor in history from Asbury University. A former magazine writer, she is the author of romantic novella REDEEMING GRACE, The Georgia Gold Series (SAUTEE SHADOWS, THE GRAY DIVIDE, THE CRIMSON BLOOM, and BRIGHT AS GOLD – winner of the 2015 John Esten Cooke Award for outstanding Southern literature) and The Restoration Trilogy (WHITE, WIDOW and WITCH). Denise is a wife and swim mom of two daughters who always pauses for old houses, coffee and chocolate!

Guest post from Denise Weimer

The first thing I want to tell you about Witch is … it’s not scary! Hang with me, and I’ll share more about the title.
The Restoration Trilogy mixes a unique tonic … the budding of a romance and friendships in a humorous, small-town community, a splash of suspense, and spiritual and emotional healing. When Jennifer Rushmore accepts a brooding bachelor’s job offer to act as coordinator for the restoration of his family’s historic doctor’s house (White), apothecary (Widow) and log cabin (Witch) in a rural Georgia community, little does she know it’s her own heart that will undergo the greatest renovation. Three stories. Three centuries. Three lessons on the healing of the heart. And one buried mystery that threatens their redemption.
Having restored Michael Johnson’s ancestors’ house and apothecary shop and begun applying the lessons of family and forgiveness unearthed from the past, Jennifer expects to complete her first preservation job with the simple relocation of a log home. But as her crew reconstructs the 1787 cabin, home to the first Dunham doctor, attacks on those involved throw suspicion on neighbors and friends alike. And while Jennifer has trusted God and Michael with the pain of her past, it appears Michael’s been keeping his own secrets. Will she use a dream job offer from Savannah as an escape, or will a haunting tale from a Colonial diary convince her to rely on the faithfulness of his love?
The restoration my parents did on a real life doctor’s house and apothecary shop inspired this series. As I watched them work and learn about the historical line of doctors associated with their property, I realized how much a physical restoration project can mirror the spiritual work God wants to do in each of us. And that’s exactly what happens with Michael and Jennifer, who both conceal areas of brokenness from their pasts. As they come together to restore his family buildings, the stories they uncover about his ancestors reveal truths they need to apply in their own lives:
  • Family connection from the 1920s story of Georgia Pearl as they restore the house (White)
  • Forgiveness from the 1860s story of Charlotte as they restore the apothecary (Widow)
  • Faithfulness from the 1780s story of Verity as they restore the log cabin (Witch)
The title of each novel – and the cover – reflects that struggle of the historical heroine. Eventually each, as well as Michael and Jennifer, learn that only God, the Master Renovator and the Great Physician, can heal their broken places.
So here’s your prescription, should you choose to accept it by entering into this grand prize giveaway!
Grand Prize Gift Basket From Durham Apothecary &; Museum: Take from a homemade tea pocket one of the selection of special teas. While brewing thy favorite tea, dispense liberally from the tea cookie tin onto a china plate. Prop up thy feet and commence thy reading journey through a print copy of White, Widow AND Witch! After a goodly time of rest and reflection, take up thy quill (ahem, I mean set of decorative pens) and record pearls of wisdom in thy new journal. When they husband and children begin to grumble, rise with fresh vigor to prepare a meal from Farmer’s Almanac Colonial Cookbook.
Second place prize: an e-book copy of Witch (or any other one book of The Restoration Trilogy)

Blog Stops

April 21: A Greater Yes
April 26: Artistic Nobody
April 28: Pause for Tales
April 29: Bigreadersite

Giveaway

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To celebrate her tour, Denise is giving away:
A Grand Prize Gift Basket From Durham Apothecary & Museum: Take from a homemade tea pocket one of the selection of special teas. While brewing thy favorite tea, dispense liberally from the tea cookie tin onto a china plate. Prop up thy feet and commence thy reading journey through a print copy of White, Widow AND Witch! After a goodly time of rest and reflection, take up thy quill (ahem, I mean set of decorative pens) and record pearls of wisdom in thy new journal. When thy husband and children begin to grumble, rise with fresh vigor to prepare a meal from Farmer’s Almanac Colonial Cookbook.
Second place prize: an e-book copy of Witch (or any other one book of The Restoration Trilogy)
Click below to enter. Be sure to comment on this post before you enter to claim 9 extra entries! https://promosimple.com/ps/b57b

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10 comments:

  1. diannekcApril 21, 2017 at 12:02 PM

    The Restoration Triology sounds like a great series. I really enjoy reading about restoration of older, historic properties and I'm looking forward to reading to reading the series.

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  2. nlgriggsApril 21, 2017 at 2:22 PM

    There is so much we can learn from the past. I'm looking forward to reading these books.

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  3. UnknownApril 21, 2017 at 3:35 PM

    Wow, This sounds like a wonderful series

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  4. kim hansenApril 22, 2017 at 7:35 AM

    Sounds like a cool series.

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  5. Caryl KaneApril 26, 2017 at 3:11 PM

    Great review, Carol! Sounds like a fantastic series!

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  6. Carol E. KeenApril 27, 2017 at 11:08 AM

    Hi Caryl,
    Thank you! It's a really enjoyable series. Feel feee to update us with your thoughts when you get a chance to read them.
    Blessings, Carol

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  7. Carol E. KeenApril 27, 2017 at 11:08 AM

    Hi Kim,
    It is indeed!
    Blessings, Carol

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  8. Carol E. KeenApril 27, 2017 at 11:10 AM

    Hi Crystal,
    Do check it out. I found it fascinating.
    Blessings, Carol

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  9. Carol E. KeenApril 27, 2017 at 11:11 AM

    Hey Nancy,
    That's so true and the past still has connections to the present.
    I think you will love this series.
    Blessings, Carol

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  10. Carol E. KeenApril 27, 2017 at 11:14 AM

    Hi Dianne,
    It's very well done and since you're familiar with the building restoration genre, this might become one of your favorites.
    I'd love to hear what you thought after you've read them.
    Blessings, Carol

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