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Lyn Reviews Hannah Schrock’s The Amish Cradle in Honor of Mother’s Day

booksbylyncote.com Posted on May 4, 2020 by Lyn CoteMay 4, 2020
The Amish Cradle

The Amish CradleThe Amish Cradle by Hannah Schrock
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m not a big fan of Amish fiction but I do occasionally sample one that’s a bit different. The style of this story reminded me of a storyteller sitting down by the fire and telling the story of the life of one Amish Cradle. At first I didn’t know if I’d continue the story or not. But the main character engaged my sympathy and attention and I read on. The story of a cradle made for one baby but used in successive families was very touching. And each family had a deeply moving story. So yes, I do recommend The Amish Cradle. Not just to fans of Amish stories but to anyone who enjoys a moving story of real life not just amid the Amish.–Lyn

PS: If you subscribe to Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited, this is free. If not, it’s 99cents—A BARGAIN!

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Lyn Asks for Help Choosing a Cover Model or 2

booksbylyncote.com Posted on April 15, 2020 by Lyn CoteApril 20, 2020

My new historical novel JOURNEY TO PEACE will come out in June and I need help choosing a cover model. Here are the three choices. Please choose one and tell me why he catches your attention and causes you to want to read his story.

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Did you notice a difference? This is the first time I’m using a male model for one of my books. The story is about twin brothers, Johnny and Callum McKuen. If you’ve read JOURNEY TO RESPECT, you’ve met Johnny. So what do they look like?

And believe it or not, I’m also trying to choose a model for the 3rd book in my new Northern Shore Intrigue series, FATAL WINTER. As you could guess from the title,  someone dies in this romantic suspense title. Here are three choices for my cover model. Which one entices you to want to know her story?

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As usual, a few commenters will receive free ebooks. THANKS–Lyn

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Hope you are all safe and well

booksbylyncote.com Posted on April 7, 2020 by Lyn CoteApril 7, 2020

My husband and I are safe at home in Wisconsin. And I hope you are keeping safe too. I came across this series of videos focusing on prayer during the week preparing for Good Friday and Easter. I hope they will lift your spirit in this time of stress–God bless you and your loved ones and our nation.–Lyn

 

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Lyn Asks the April Question

booksbylyncote.com Posted on March 16, 2020 by Lyn CoteMarch 16, 2020
PRECARIOUS SUMMER

Here is the April Quesion: Are you a pinch cook? Or a recipe cook? Or a little of both? Or a non-cook? ‘-) I define a pinch cook as a cook who walks into the kitchen examines the ingredients in her pantry and fridge and comes up with a meal that she creates, kind of like a ‘play by ear’ musician. Or do you only like to cook from recipes that you carefully select from favorite cookbooks, family favorites or food show? Or both? Or not at all? I really want to know. And I do have a reason that has something to do with writing fiction for asking this! ‘-) Lyn

PS-As usual all commenters will be entered into a drawing for a free ebook.

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Enjoy Sweet Contemporary Romance?

booksbylyncote.com Posted on March 10, 2020 by Lyn CoteMarch 10, 2020
COTE-Sweet-Contemporary-Romance

Enjoy Sweet Contemporary Romance? Then this group promotion is for you! You have a chance to win a NOOK ereader and 20+ sweet contemporary romances! You can see that my book, ONLY HER HEART, is included. Why not click here to enter.

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Lyn Reviews Martin Davies’ Mrs. Hudson and the Lazarus Testament

booksbylyncote.com Posted on March 7, 2020 by Lyn CoteMarch 7, 2020

Mrs Hudson and the Lazarus Testament (A Sherlock Holmes & Mrs Hudson Mystery #3)Mrs Hudson and the Lazarus Testament by Martin Davies
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WELL WRITTEN and with the authentic voice of a Sherlock Holmes mystery. (Not the original which I have read but with the flavor of all the PBS TV movie versions). The idea of Mrs. Hudson being as clever as Holmes but with a different milieu of contacts is clever. And very believable. She’s a great housekeeper and astute observer. The story of the existence of a testament written by Lazarus whom Jesus raised from the dead is intriguing in itself. Most of us are curious about the next life which may be more “real” than this one. And one can’t overlook Flotsam or “Flotty,” Mrs. Hudson’s young assistant, who has the uncanny knack of catching hints and clues. Both females compliment Holmes and Watson. This was a great read! I highly recommend it to Holmes devotees and anyone who enjoys a 19th century British mystery. YES!

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Lyn Asks Why Do You Like Where You Live?

booksbylyncote.com Posted on February 17, 2020 by Lyn CoteFebruary 11, 2020

Here’s February’s question: What do you like about where you live? Or if you’re not living where you want to be—Where would you like to live?

Whenever I start a new book, I always choose the setting first because that will tell me much about the people, their jobs, their feelings about living rural or urban, etc. Maybe that’s screwy but that’s how I work! The photos here from outside my window. Guess which one is now? ‘-)  So tell me what’s outside your window and if you are living where you want to. Again a few commenters will be entered into a drawing for a free ebook.–Lyn

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So January is Gone!

booksbylyncote.com Posted on February 6, 2020 by Lyn CoteFebruary 6, 2020

So January is gone–already! I am trying to keep good thoughts about winter. We’ve had an amazing amount of snow–nothing record-breaking but still it’s a challenge at street corners to see what’s coming. People here keep saying it’s not been a bad winter. And I think-what are you talking about? We’ve got at least two more months to go! So how has your winter been?–Lyn P.S. JOURNEY TO RESPECT is on sale for 99 cents NOW but not for long! 😉

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Don’t Miss These Bargain Books! Ends 1/31/2020

booksbylyncote.com Posted on January 29, 2020 by Lyn CoteJanuary 31, 2020

Only Her Heart

My book ONLY HER HEART at 99 cents is included with many more bargain books in this promo. Click the link! https://books.bookfunnel.com/christian-romance-with-suspense-2020-01/4oeqbwjg9v 

My book WINTER’S SECRET is included in Suspense/Mystery/Thrillers (Inspirational/Christian). Some books are free like mine. Others are on sale. Take a look. Here’s the link: https://books.bookfunnel.com/ct-2020-01/hkqyx1i83d 

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Need Feedback on Another Cover Model for New Book

booksbylyncote.com Posted on January 20, 2020 by Lyn CoteJanuary 12, 2020

Hi I need feedback so I can choose another cover model for a new book. I hope to have 4 new books out this year–a new 3 book romantic suspense series and another historical novel. So let’s get started. Please view the 3 models below and tell me which on evokes a response in you–a positive one of course.

My heroine is a young single mom–the kind of young woman you’d like to have as a neighbor so you could “mother her.” But she’s starting a new business, a coffee and sweets shop, in a tourist town so she’s not a “needy” heroine. I will choose a few commenters to give free ebooks to so leave a comment. I really need to know your reactions.

Here’s #1

 

Here’s #2

 

Here’s #3

So leave a comment–which one do you think I should use? THANKS IN ADVANCE!–Lyn

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