Waiting With Elmer by Deanna Klingel Review: I’ve read several stories by this author and have always enjoyed them, so when I came across this…

The Sacraments in Action Review: I’ve enjoyed The Saint Chronicles graphic novel collection by Sophia Press, so when I discovered they offered a similar book…

This historical fiction for teens focuses on the persecution of Catholics in England during the late 1500s.

Pictures of Me is another amazing middle-grade book by Marilee Haynes. This author really has a knack for writing about those tumultuous middle-school years.

This book is full of fascinating, but heart-breaking stories of teens who gave everything for their faith. Most of these teen saints will be unfamiliar, but their stories of steadfast courage are all incredible. These teens all lost their lives at a young age through disease or violence, but there is so much we can learn from these brave young souls.

There were many enjoyable aspects to this story. As a mystery-lover, I always enjoy a good whodunnit. So, the storyline of the missing chalice lured me right in and kept me guessing until the end.

Centurion’s Daughter is a thoughtful and compelling journey to a little-known period of history when an empire fell and the foundations of Christendom were laid.

Each chapter is a case study that shares a brief explanation of the mystery, as well as fun facts, additional information, and related scientific research.

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Royal and Ancient by Amanda Lauer Review: Lauer has done a masterful job of intertwining romance, intrigue, history, and faith into her new epic story….