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Welcome to my bookstagram where I share wholesome book recommendations + reviews for women and children. Find your next great read here!

So grateful and humbled that 1,700 of you are here So grateful and humbled that 1,700 of you are here. 🥹Thank you, I truly appreciate every like, comment, share, and message! I'm so glad you're a part of this sweet bookish community! 💗

💞I'll be giving away 2 books to celebrate 2K! 💞
🧺BOOK REVIEW Title: These Empty Places Author: Sar 🧺BOOK REVIEW
Title: These Empty Places
Author: Sarah Loudin Thomas
Publisher: Bethany House, 2026 

"When their worlds are upended, two women brought together by their loss discover what truly matters most." 

My Thoughts: 
This thought-provoking historical novel follows two women from vastly different worlds who find each other during the Great Depression. I loved the tender friendship between Clara and Lena—an older and younger woman who support and challenge one another in beautiful ways.
Though their lives look nothing alike on the surface, they share the same deep need: learning to release the past so they can embrace the future. The themes of friendship, redemption, and second chances are woven so beautifully through the story.
4/5 ⭐️ for this heart felt novel. 
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Read If You Like:
✨ Deep women’s friendships
✨ Marital growth & healing
✨ Great Depression settings
✨ Riches-to-rags stories
✨ Lost treasure
✨ Stories about letting go and moving forward

❓ Would you rather live in a cozy cottage or a grand mansion? Tell me in the comments! ⬇️
April started off with a bit of a reading slump- b April started off with a bit of a reading slump- but I was able to snap out of it halfway through the month thanks to The Lumber Baron's Wife! 💗 All of these books ended up being 4—5 ⭐️ reads! 
Swipe for spines, covers, & my favorite! 😍 ➡️
I read so many wonderful books! 
If I don't yet have the review up, it will be coming to you very soon. 💕 
Tell me in the comments which book you're especially looking forward to a review or aesthetic of. ⬇️
I can't wait to hear your answers!
Convincing you to read The Burning of Rosemont Abb Convincing you to read The Burning of Rosemont Abbey by Naomi Stephens from aesthetics! 

💫Read If You Like: 
•A Good "Who Done It" Mystery
•1950's English Village Setting 
•Frenemies to More Slow Burn Romance
•Interesting Side Characters 
•Brave and Determined Heroine 
•A Nice Cup of Tea 
 
❓Have you read this or have I swayed you to add it to your TBR? Tell me in the comments ⬇️ 

Book Blurb pinned. Let me know if you want a tag for my book review.
🌷Welcome to Faithful Fiction Friday where we share 🌷Welcome to Faithful Fiction Friday where we share wholesome novels for women that bring beauty and joy to reading! 
Today we are sharing our favorite books that feel like spring 💐 
This week I read The Good Fortune of Miss Robbins, and oh my, it is such a sweet Regency Romance with the loveliest nods to spring in the beginning! And look at this cover - positively gorgeous! 😍 Swipe for more details about this lovely read ➡️ 

💫Be sure and visit each of these ladies for more recommendations: 
@bookstoldbycourtney
@the_favorites_shelf
@this.curly.girl.reads
@capturingluminous
@literaryfellowship
@motherlambreads 
@bookishrebekahashleigh
@readingforwonder 
@lenasreadsandthrifts 
@arrow_reads
@chapters_with_heather 
@authormikkicarey 
@readingallhoursmom
(ENDED) 🌊 GIVEAWAY! Book Title: The Life She Forg (ENDED) 🌊 GIVEAWAY! 
Book Title: The Life She Forgot
Author: Joanna Davidson Politano
Publisher: Grafted Page Press, 2026

"He promised to help her find her past—until the truth cost them everything."

I was swept away to the windswept coast of Cornwall in this mysterious historical fiction. This dual timeline story features a marriage of convenience, hidden pasts, and a heroine torn between the life she cherishes and the truth she fears. I absolutely could not put this book down!! 5/5 ⭐️ Full review to come. 
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Giveaway Details: 
 (1) winner will receive a print copy of the book & a $25 Amazon gift card!
TO ENTER: 
🌊LIKE, SAVE, and SHARE this post
🌊FOLLOW @herhomeandhearts  @joannadavidsonpolitano @justreadtours
🌊TAG a friend (up to 3x per post)
🌊VISIT each hosted post of this tour for more entries. Schedule at @justreadtours. (US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics. Instagram is not affiliated with nor responsible for this giveaway. Giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on May 4, 2026.)

💗 Thank you to @joannadavidsonpolitano and @justreadtours for providing me with a copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
So grateful and humbled that 1,600 of you are here So grateful and humbled that 1,600 of you are here. 🥹Thank you, I truly appreciate every like, comment, share, and message! I'm so glad you're a part of this sweet bookish community! 💗
📖 GIVEAWAY!!! Book Title: The Lumber Baron’s Wife 📖 GIVEAWAY!!!
Book Title: The Lumber Baron’s Wife
Author: Lynn Austin
Publisher: Tyndale House, 2026

"Three women separated by time grapple with the lives they lead on the shores of Lake Michigan."

Before I started this book I was in a bit of a reading slump, but this story snatched me out of it and I could not put it down! I loved the intrigue of this dual-timeline novel from bestselling author Lynn Austin. It was so neat to see how all three women’s lives connected across time on the shores of Lake Michigan. Full review to come! 5/5 ⭐️ 
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GIVEAWAY DETAILS ⬇️ 
(1) winner will receive a print copy of the book & $25 gift card to the bookstore of winner’s choice!

TO ENTER: 

⇒ LIKE, SAVE, and SHARE this post
⇒ FOLLOW @herhomeandhearts @lynnaustinbooks @crazy4fiction @tyndalehouse @justreadtours
⇒ TAG a friend (up to 3x per post)
⇒ VISIT each hosted post of this tour for more entries. Schedule at @justreadtours. (US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics. Instagram is not affiliated with nor responsible for this giveaway. Giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on May 6, 2026.)

💗 Thank you to @lynnaustinbooks @tyndalehouse  @crazy4fiction and @justreadtours for providing me with a copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
PICTURE BOOK REVIEW: Title: Jesus Moments: Samson PICTURE BOOK REVIEW:
Title: Jesus Moments: Samson 
Author:  Alison Mitchell 
Illustrator: Noah Warnes 
Publisher: The Good Book, 2026 

This fun, interactive picture book helps children practice their Bible reading skills while discovering how the whole Bible points to Jesus!
In Samson’s story, every time there’s a moment that echoes Jesus, a hidden comb appears for little ones to spot. These clever signposts beautifully connect the Old and New Testaments. At the end of the book, each “Jesus moment” is clearly explained in simple language.
With easy-to-understand text and vibrant, full-page illustrations that bring the story to life, this book is a wonderful way to make Scripture come alive for kids. It’s the first in the series we’ve read, and we greatly enjoyed it! (It's a great story for boys.)We’re already looking forward to the next one. 
5/5 ⭐️ I highly recommend this well-done adaptation! Swipe to see inside ➡️ 

❓ Would your children enjoy hunting for the hidden combs throughout the story? 

💗A big thank you to @thegoodbookcompanyusa for gifting me this book to read and review; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
BOOK REVIEW: Title: Three Queens Author: Rebecca BOOK REVIEW:
Title: Three Queens 
Author: Rebecca Connolly 
Publisher: Shadow Mountain, 2026 

"Abigail Adams, Queen Charlotte, and Marie Antoinette—three women form an unlikely sisterhood, navigating revolutions, royal pressures, and personal losses as they shape their own legacies." 

✨My Thoughts: 
The moment I saw the title Three Queens, I was instantly intrigued — and I’m so happy I picked it up! Rebecca Connolly delivers a beautifully researched and wonderfully written story that completely captivated me.
If you love richly detailed biographical fiction, this book is absolutely your cup of tea. Packed with fascinating historical details, vivid descriptions, and real correspondence, Three Queens offers an intimate glimpse into the personal lives, emotions, and unexpected friendships between Abigail Adams, Queen Charlotte, and Marie Antoinette. I had no idea these three remarkable women shared such a connection!
5/5 ⭐️ Highly recommended!
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Read if you like:
• Richly researched biographical fiction
• Strong female friendships and sisterhoods
• Intimate looks at real historical figures
• Vivid historical settings and correspondence
• Stories that blend fact and emotional depth

❓ Would you rather live in a lush castle or a cozy colonial farmhouse?

💗 A special thank you to @author.rebecca.connolly, @shadowmountainpub, and @greatreadsbookpromo for the gifted copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Convincing you to read The Lacemaker by Laura Fran Convincing you to read The Lacemaker by Laura Frantz from aesthetics! I think it's the perfect spring read 😍

💗 Read If You Like: 
•  Vibrant Colonial Williamsburg settings
•  The thrilling cusp of the American Revolution
•  Unexpected enemies-to-lovers romance
•  Espionage, treason, and high-stakes secrets
•  Honorable men and graceful, resilient women
 
Have you read this or have I swayed you to add it to your TBR? Tell me in the comments ⬇️ 

(Book Blurb pinned. Scroll back a bit for my book review.)
So many more amazing books releasing this year! S So many more amazing books releasing this year! 
Swipe to see what I'm excited for ➡️
❓What is an upcoming book release you're excited for? Share in the comments ⬇️
This week on #throughthepages, we’re sharing beaut This week on #throughthepages, we’re sharing beautiful illustrations. Books that showcase our favorite illustrators. Swipe to see 6 of my favorites ➡️
❓Who do we have in common? Let me know in the comments. 

💫Be sure to follow the wonderful ladies below to see their posts and stories: 

@asweetandsimplehome
@gabriellathalin
@elliebrookscreates
@lenasreadsandthrifts
@junebugbookshop
@copelynn_
@sculptingourschoolinthesky
@goodtruebeautifulbooks
@newgrowthspeech
✨Giveaway has ended. Book review coming soon! GIV ✨Giveaway has ended. Book review coming soon!

GIVEAWAY and Book Blast! 
Book Name: In Pursuit of Civility
Author: Jen Turano
Publisher: Bethany House, 2026

"LESSON TWO: Become headmistress and expect to find yourself partnering with an attractive inventor to search for treasure."
 
With witty characters and humorous banter, Jen Turano takes readers on a lively tale of hijinks, humor, treasure hunting, and forced proximity in her latest historical rom-com set in Chicago at a finishing school during the Gilded Age. I giggled so much with this hysterical story - Seth, Annaliese, and all the amazing side characters create many theatrics! 
4/5 ⭐️ for this rollicking adventure romance! 
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GIVEAWAY!! 
(1) winner will receive a print copy of the book and a $25 Bookshop.org gift card!
TO ENTER: 
•LIKE, SAVE, and SHARE this post
•FOLLOW me, @bethanyhousefiction @jenturanoauthor @justreadtours
•TAG a friend (up to 3x per post)
•VISIT each hosted post of this tour for more entries. Schedule at @justreadtours. (US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics. Instagram is not affiliated with nor responsible for this giveaway. Giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on April 27, 2026.)

💗Thank you to @bethanyhousefiction @jenturanoauthor @justreadtours for sending me a copy of this book! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
🐈‍⬛ Book Review.... Title: The Duke's Bargain Aut 🐈‍⬛ Book Review.... 
Title: The Duke's Bargain
Author: Megan Walker 
Publisher: Shadow Mountain, 2026

"One season. One bargain. One chance at love." 

My Thoughts:
This was my first time to read a book by Megan Walker and it did not disappoint! I was immediately drawn into Marlow and Georgianna's worlds of conflicting emotions, challenging duties, and the expectations from the ton! 😅 The banter between the two of them had me giggling.... a lot. 🤭 The descriptive, witty, and engaging writing style is refreshingly modern-Austen-esque. 💗 Alternating POVs between Marlow and Georgianna make this novel a fun insight into both of their thoughts, emotions, and struggles. I especially loved the banter between them, and the little details like cats and books! An engaging Regency Romance, I recommend this book. 💘
4.5/5 ⭐️ for this fabulous novel! 
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Read If You Like: 
•Regency Setting 
•Fake Friendship to More 
•Witty Banter 
•Brooding MMCs
•Opportunistic FMCs
•Against the Odds Romance 
•Books & Cats 
•Bridgerton Vibes without Spice 
•Happily Ever Afters 

❓Would you live by the rules of the ton or breakaway? 
Let us know in the comments ⬇️

A big thank you to: 
@properromanceseries 
@shadowmountainpub 
@authormeganwalker 
for providing me with this book, all thoughts and opinions are my own. 💞
🍓We need some more strawberry themed books in the 🍓We need some more strawberry themed books in the world! 🍰 Swipe for some of our favorites ➡️
(Plus 2 bonus picture books where strawberries are less prominent, but still there. 😉) 
What are your favorite strawberry themed books? Let us know in the comments! 🍓
❓Have you picked strawberries this year? Vote ⬇️
🌷Enjoy Anne's descriptions of my favorite season. 🌷Enjoy Anne's descriptions of my favorite season. 💗

❓What's your favorite thing about springtime? Tell us in the comments ⬇️
Convincing you to read At Morning's Light by Laura Convincing you to read At Morning's Light by Lauraine Snelling & Kiesti Giron from aesthetics! 

💫Read If You Like: 
•Historical fiction with sweet, friends to more second-chance romance
•Gentle, authentic faith messages woven throughout
•Resilient heroines
•Fresh-start stories & "found family" 
•Overcoming personal tragedies & grief 
(There's some real, but tough topics in this, please see my review for more details if this convenes you. ♥️)
 
❓Have you read this or have I swayed you to add it to your TBR? Tell me in the comments ⬇️ 

This is a new historical fiction series you don't want to miss out on! Book 3 coming September 2026! 

(Book Blurb pinned. Scroll back a bit for my book review.)
"Abigail Adams, Queen Charlotte, Marie Antoinette, "Abigail Adams, Queen Charlotte, Marie Antoinette, a world in turmoil, an unlikely sisterhood." 

I hope these aesthetics get you on the mood to read some history! Three Queens is the perfect for book release for America's 250th!! 🇺🇸 Coming May 5, 2026! 
Book Blurb in comments. ⬇️
 ❓Do these pictures make you want to read this? Let us know if I swayed you in the comments! 🤭

💗A special thank you to: 
@author.rebecca.connolly @shadowmountainpub @greatreadsbookpromo
for proving me with this ARC and having me on this wonderfully fun aesthetic book blast! 
All thoughts and opinions are my own. Keep an eye out for my book review soon! 💫
Welcome to Faithful Fiction Friday where we share Welcome to Faithful Fiction Friday where we share wholesome novels for women that bring beauty and joy to reading! Today we are sharing our favorite stories of Found Family. Swipe for my picks of gentle historical reads full of belonging & hope through Found Family💗 
❓Which book calls to you? Share your favorite found-family stories below!
💫Be sure and visit each of these ladies for more recommendations: 
@bookstoldbycourtney
@the_favorites_shelf
@this.curly.girl.reads
@capturingluminous
@literaryfellowship
@bookishrebekahashleigh
@readingforwonder 
@lenasreadsandthrifts 
@arrow_reads
@chapters_with_heather 
@readingallhoursmom 

#FoundFamilyFiction #HistoricalFiction #WholesomeReads #ChosenFamily #FaithfulFictionFriday
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