My Thoughts - Across the Lake: Traveling with Jesus Around the Sea of Galilee by Barbara M. Britton

 

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Across the Lake: Traveling with Jesus Around the Sea of Galilee by Barbara M. Britton, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Across the Lake: Traveling with Jesus Around the Sea of Galilee
Author: Barbara M. Britton
Publisher: Scrivenings Press
Release Date: January 6, 2026
Genre: Biblical Fiction Devotional

Discover the life changing power of Jesus in six short stories from the Gospel of Mark. The miracles of Jesus will leap from the page in a Biblical Fiction story, author reflection, and relatable study.

Travel with Jesus as he calms a storm, heals a desperate woman, raises a dead daughter to life, sends His disciples on a minimalist mission, feeds thousands on a hillside, and shows compassion to a persistent mother.

A perfect study for your small group, personal or family devotions, or even a book club.

If you know Jesus, fall in love with Him all over again. If you haven’t experienced Jesus’s power and love, jump in His boat and engage with the Creator and Savior of the world.

PURCHASE LINKS: Goodreads | Scrivenings Press | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Bookshop | BookBub

About the Author

Barbara M. Britton is an author of Christian Fiction who loves to bring little-known Bible stories to light. She has taught the Bible in church and schools for thirty years. Barbara has a nutrition degree from Baylor University but loves to dip healthy strawberries in chocolate. You can find out more about Barbara and her books on her website barbarambritton.com.

My Thoughts. 

Across the Lake: Traveling with Jesus Around the Sea of Galilee is written by Barbara M. Britton. This is a through the Gospel of Mark. 

This devotion is well written. The author writes the devotion through Biblical Truth, historical context and spiritual reflection. I love the blend of of personal experience and Biblical Truth. 

The author highlights key moments of Jesus ministry. I loved reading these devotions. 

This is a great devotion for those looking to dive deeper into the workings of Jesus ministry. 

Thank you to the author, publisher and JustRead Publicity Tours for allowing me to read a copy of this book. All thoughts are my own. 

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive an Across the Lake book box which includes a paperback copy of Across the Lake: Traveling with Jesus Around the Sea of Galilee, a Hebrews 12:2 Scripture Rock, a necklace with cross and GRACE tag, a print copy of the Shelter in the Night devotional by LoRee Peery, a Philippians 4:13 notebook, and a $20 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight January 26, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on February 2, 2026. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

Giveaway is subject to JustRead Publicity Tours Giveaway Policies.

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My Thoughts - WINTER'S SEASON by R.J. Koreto

 

WINTER'S SEASON by R.J. Koreto January 26 - February 20, 2026 Virtual Book Tour

In 1817 London, Before the Police, There Was Captain Winter. London, 1817. A city teeming with life, yet lacking a professional police force. When a wealthy young woman is brutally murdered in an alley frequented by prostitutes, a shadowy government bureau in Whitehall dispatches its "special emissary"―Captain Winter. A veteran of the Napoleonic Wars and a gentleman forged by chance and conflict, Winter is uniquely equipped to navigate the treacherous currents of London society, from aristocratic drawing rooms to the city's grimmest taverns. Without an army of officers or the aid of forensic science, Winter must rely on his wits and a network of unconventional allies. His childhood friend, a nobleman, opens doors in high society, while a wise Jewish physician uncovers secrets the dead cannot hide. But Winter's most intriguing, and potentially dangerous, asset is Barbara Lightwood. Shrewd, beautiful, and operating as a discreet intermediary among the elite, Barbara shares a past with Winter from the war years. Their rekindled affair is fraught with wariness; she offers intimate information crucial to his investigation, but guards her own secrets fiercely. Like Winter, she is both cunning and capable of danger. From grand houses to dimly lit streets, death stalks Captain Winter. He must tread carefully to unmask a killer, navigate a web of secrets and lies, and perhaps, in the process, save his own soul. Book Details: Genre: Thriller, Historical, Romance, Political, Crime Published by: Histria Books Publication Date: January 20, 2026 Number of Pages: 300 ISBN: 9781592116898 (ISBN10: 1592116892) Book Links: Amazon - https://pictbooks.tours/o96DPCGz Kindle - https://pictbooks.tours/tVUdzioW BN - https://pictbooks.tours/2UbQTHw1 BookShop.org - https://pictbooks.tours/20cJuS9n Goodreads - https://pictbooks.tours/Et8XWBc0 BookBub - https://pictbooks.tours/pSqk0cbu Publisher - https://pictbooks.tours/kcE4apFF Publisher Histria Books  Twitter @HistriaBooks Facebook @histriabooks Book Trailer: Here's the code to add the YouTube Trailer to your post   <div style="text-align: center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/E82bpkwuHnQ?si=jc9QW62cZ2y6m3DO" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div> My Thoughts.  Winter’s Season is written by RJ Koreto. This is a historical mystery that is sent in 1817 London. I enjoyed this setting because it’s before there was an organized police force. The author has done a great job in bringing the time period to life.  The book opens with the murder of a wealthy young woman. The crime scene is an alley that is know for prostitution. Captain Winter is assigned to investigate the case. He’s unique since he is known to be covert and abide by a code of honor.  One of the things that I loved about this book is it predates all of the forensic science were used to today. Captain Winter has to do some old school police work. I loved trying to put all the pieces together.  The book is well written. The characters are well developed. Thank you to the author, publisher and Partner in Crime Book Tours for allowing me to read a copy of this book. All  thoughts are my own.  Giveaway Giveaway: This is a giveaway hosted by Partners in Crime Virtual Book Tours for R.J. Koreto. See the widget for entry terms and conditions. Void where prohibited. The giveaway is for:    $25 Amazon.com Gift Card  https://pictbooks.tours/mTgK1prm

My Thoughts - A QUIET KIND OF WRONG (A Novel) by Mary Frances Hill

 

BOOK TOUR: A Quiet Kind of Wrong by Mary Frances Hill 11/14/2025 1 Comment   I WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS TOUR Join us for this tour from Jan 6 to Feb 2, 2026! Book Details: ​Book Title:  A QUIET KIND OF WRONG (A Novel) by Mary Frances Hill Category:  Adult Fiction (18+),  266 pages Genre: Thriller, Domestic Thriller Publisher: Mary Frances Hill Release date:  September 2025 Formats Available for Review: print-softback (USA and Canada) and ebook (EPUB and PDF) internationally.  Tour dates: Jan 6 to Feb 2, 2026 Content Rating:  PG-13 + M: Non explicit sex scenes; a few curse words in dialogue and conversation. No violence Book Description: ​One mistake. One secret. One family about to unravel. Jane Taylor seems to have it all—a loving husband, a successful career as a children’s book author, and a picture-perfect life in Orange County. But one terrible night, she hits her neighbor’s teenage son, panics, and drives away. The police never come to arrest her. For a year, Jane hides behind her carefully constructed suburban façade. Then a true crime podcaster revisits the unsolved case, and her son, Noah, a podcast addict, discovers the guilt-soaked letters Jane has been writing to the victim. When Jane resolves to confess, Noah begs her for time. He’s sure the truth about that night is more complicated. Terrified of what her imprisonment would do to her family, Jane reluctantly agrees to Noah’s request. But as their search for answers pulls them deeper into the secrets of their seemingly safe neighborhood, Jane soon realizes that she’s not the only one hiding something. Dark, twist-filled, and emotionally charged, A Quiet Kind of Wrong explores guilt, family loyalty, and how far we’ll go to protect the lives we’ve created, even when they're built on lies. BUY THE BOOK: Amazon  ​add to goodreads Meet the Author: Mary Frances Hill was born in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. The daughter of a music professor and an elementary school teacher, she obtained a master's degree in counseling psychology and worked as a therapist before raising two children. Mary currently lives in Southern California with her Russian Blue and Scottish Straight cats, her Pyredoodle puppy, her golfer husband, and her adult son and daughter. She is an avid dog walker and home renovator and loves binge-watching true crime documentaries and mysteries. She is the author of three novels: The Worm Man, The Heaven Spot, and A Quiet Kind of Wrong. Connect with the author:   Website  ~ instagram ~  Goodreads  My Thoughts.  Are you looking for a book that you won’t want to put down? Then look no further. A Quiet Kind Of Wrong is written by Mary Frances Hill. This is a domestic thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.  Jane Taylor seems to be living the picture perfect life. She’s a suburban mom who has a loving husband. She’s got a successful career as a children’s book author. However she carries a deep dark secret. She is responsible for a fatal hit and run.  She’s tried to move on with her life. She’s written several apology letters that she keeps hidden. A year later a true crime podcast host wants to revisit the crime. Jane’s son Noah a true crime junkie starts to put pieces together. He finds his mom’s letters and tells his mom she’s not remembering it correctly.  I liked the mother son duo investigating on their own. The was a lot of twists and turns that I wasn’t prepared for. The book is well written and has great character development.  I’ve never read this author before. However she will be one I keep an eye on for new releases  Thank you to the author, publisher and IRead book tours for allowing me to read a copy of this book. All thoughts are my own.  Giveaway: Author-signed copy of A QUIET KIND OF WRONG by Mary Frances Hill (one winner) (USA and Canada) (ends Feb 9) https://gleam.io/kVhDF/quiet-kind-of-wrong-a-novel-book-tour-giveaway