Sacred Gold (Rocky Meadow Mysteries Book 3)

 An old journal, revealing hidden treasure at St. Francis Church, falls into the hands of acting medical examiner, Dr. Amy Daniels, and tests her faith in life, love, and trust. With the help of the church pastor, Father Michael Lauretta, they try to solve the century-old mystery. Before long, the two find themselves in the company of a trained Italian curator, desperate to ward off her greedy, possessive boss, who follows her to Vermont and intends to steal the treasure.
Against the backdrop of snowy Rocky Meadow, Vermont, bustling during the Christmas holidays, the remainder of the St. Francis family try to secure a new soup kitchen, only to find charity cannot escape tragedy. When arson and murder, at the local nursing home, lead to a dark, dangerous chase in the catacombs of the church, they all join together to follow age-old clues and find Sacred Gold, before the treasure and more lives are lost forever.

 

Linda Rawlins

About the author

Linda Rawlins is an American writer of mystery fiction best known for her Misty Point Mystery Series, including Misty Manor, Misty Point, Misty Winter, Misty Treasure, Misty Revenge, and Misty Retreat. She is also known for her Rocky Meadow Mystery Series, including The Bench, Fatal Breach, Sacred Gold as well as an independent novel, Midnight Shift.

Linda loved to read as a child and started writing her first mystery novel in fifth grade. She then went on to study science, medicine, and literature, eventually graduating from medical school and establishing her career in medicine.

Linda Rawlins lives in New Jersey with her husband, her family and spoiled dog. She loves spending time at the beach as well as visiting the mountains of Vermont. She is an active member of Mystery Writers of America. As a member of Sisters in Crime, Linda was the President of the Central Jersey Chapter for 2022, 2020, 2019 and the VP in 2018. 

Amazon Review

In Sacred Gold, the author takes us from the luxury of Manhattan to the glamour of Italy to our beloved Rocky Meadow, Vermont and St. Francis Retreat House. She weaves the legend of a king's gold into a very believable, action packed thriller! I was hooked from the moonlit first page and left breathless by the ending. The scenes in the catacombs had me on the edge of my seat. I greatly enjoyed the contributions made by Krista Liotti, who really brought the Italian characters and locations to life. I hope she will collaborate on future books in this series and eagerly anticipate their next adventure.
Warning: You will not be able to put this book down!

Content Rating

Drugs - none

Language - very mild

Violence - no personal violence but medical content as the protagonist is a doctor/medical examiner- thriller related to pursuit of criminal!

Adult - no sex/kissing but dedication - flirting possible titillation?

Moral - includes Catholic themes/church/content as well as Bible quotes

LINKS

www.lindarawlins.com

tiktok.com/lindarawlinsauthor

facebook.com/lindar.liotti

bookbub.com/authors/linda-rawlins

www.goodreads.com/LindaRawlins  

 

Twitter @LRL8 

 

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Clement: Boy Knight of Normandy

Clement is no ordinary thirteen year old boy. He lives in a castle in 12th century Normandy. After helping Adalbert on his quest to find a long lost treasure, Clement and his friend Dagena return for another adventure. This time, Clement must overcome the evil ambitions of his wicked uncle, Sven the Terrible! Prepare yourself for some medieval action and excitement that you will not soon forget. This is the first book in a planned trilogy. Clement and Dagena first appeared in the novel Adalbert.

Craig R. Hipkins

About the author

Craig R. Hipkins grew up in Hubbardston Massachusetts. He is the author of medieval and gothic fiction. His novel Adalbert is the sequel to Astrolabe written by his late twin brother Jay S. Hipkins (1968-2018)

He is an avid long distance runner and enjoys astronomy in his spare time.

 Amazon Review

Clement: Boy Knight of Normandy by Craig Hipkins is a very fun and exciting read for anyone who enjoys young adult and teen novels. Our story reintroduces us to Clement, a teenager who has just returned from an adventure where he was searching for lost treasures. Clement learned much on his last adventure in terms of leadership and what it will take to be a knight. But, as one of his soldiers points out early on in the novel, he still has much to learn in terms of discipline and leadership before he can truly command and lead by example, let along take conttol of the kingdom that was left to him after his father passed away. Now, Clement and his friends Dagena and Olaf others must work together in order to stop Clement's evil uncle, Sven the Terrible, from taking control of the land that rightfully belongs to Clement.
I found this to be a really exciting read. The action picks up early on and stays consistent throughout the novel making it a fast and very enjoyable read. The characters are well developed and the setting works very well with the events of the narrative. The story flows well and is nicely edited. I look forward to the next installment in the series and where it will take our characters.

Content Rating

 Drug Content: G - There is a little casual drinking in a few places.

Violence: PG - Tragic accidents leave people somewhat mangled. There is no intentional harm done here. No graphic descriptions either. 

Language: PG - There are a few scattered mild expletives.

Adult Content: G - There is romance and some kissing. 

Christian content: The protagonists of this book grapple with the presence of God amidst their trials, yet they cling resolutely to their faith. The narrative underscores the importance of attending church and intermittently portrays the family engaging in nightly prayers. Requests for healing and protection through prayer are frequent occurrences. Additionally, the concept of individuals entering heaven upon death is explored through discussion. The protagonist's journey is marked by raw conflict, profound acts of self-sacrifice, and the development of remarkable depth in character, leaving a profound impact on the reader.

Links

https://books2read.com/u/meGgWR 

Twitter: @CraigHipkins

THE KALICO KIDS COLLECTION: LIFE WITH THE PUPPETS by Rachel Jamerson

 The Kalico Kids are puppets created for use in Junior church classes. Scripts and stories, teach Biblical principles through imagined scenarios to which children can readily relate. Any puppet can be used. The stories are fun and the scripts can be used in class or Bible School. The material was created by the author including homemade puppets.

 

 

About the author

I have been writing for twenty-five years. My favorite resource is scripture. A hunger for God’s Word took me to the campus of Precepts International in Chattanooga, Tennessee. There I learned the Inductive Bible Study method, which completely changed the way I view scripture.

I served for five plus years in a local chapter of CONTACT USA. While there I served on the board of directors and as a crisis line specialist. In addition I am certified by the American Association of Christian Counselors in Caring for People God’s Way. I remained an active member until 2005. I am currently retired.

After becoming a Christian, my desire to write and quest for answers were dedicated to understanding God’s message to man. What exactly was He saying and why were there so many different interpretations? As a result, I became an avid student of scripture. My book ‘Spiritual Compass’ contains excerpts from various articles written over the years. It also takes the reader on a simple walk through the Word of God and offers insights derived from the personal journey of others.

I am a widowed grandmother of eight, retired and living in Southwestern Virginia.

Amazon Review 

This is an entertaining book written for grammar school age children. Its length is perfect for that audience and though the content is different, it is sort of reminiscent of Beatrix Potter’s books. However, the author uses puppets instead of animals, which is effective in its delivery. This book would be one for a parent to read to their child before bed. I imagine it would leave a lasting impression as there are moral lessons throughout. The chapters are not too long so it would be perfect to read one each night. The illustrations are also effective. Well done!

Content rating

Drug: – 0

Language: - 0

Violence: – 0

Adult: – 0

Christian Content: - This story teaches that conveying Biblical principles to children can be made enjoyable and relatable through creative means like using homemade puppets and fun scenarios. It emphasizes the importance of engaging young learners in a way that resonates with them, highlighting that the method of delivery is key to effectively imparting moral and spiritual lessons.

Links

https://books2read.com/u/mVYpjA