About the Book Title: Sons of Blackbird Mountain Author: Joanne Bischof Genre: Historical Romance After the tragic death of her husband, Aven Norgaard is beckoned to give up her life in Norway to become a housekeeper in the rugged hills of Nineteenth-Century Appalachia. Upon arrival, she finds herself in the home of her late husband’s cousins—three brothers who make a living by brewing hard cider on their three-hundred acre farm. Yet even as a stranger in a foreign land, Aven has hope to build a new life in this tight-knit family. But her unassuming beauty disrupts the bond between the brothers. The youngest two both desire her hand, and Aven is caught in the middle, unsure where—and whether—to offer her affection. While Haakon is bold and passionate, it is Thor who casts the greatest spell upon her. Though Deaf, mute, and dependent on hard drink to cope with his silent pain, Thor possesses a sobering strength. As autumn ushers in the apple harvest, the rift between Thor and Haakon deepens and Aven faces a choice that risks hearts. Will two brothers’ longing for her quiet spirit tear apart a family? Can she find a tender belonging in this remote, rugged, and unfamiliar world? A haunting tale of struggle and redemption, Sons of Blackbird Mountain is a portrait of grace in a world where the broken may find new life through the healing mercy of love. Click here to purchase your copy! About the Author JOANNE BISCHOF is an ACFW Carol Award and ECPA Christy Award-winning author. She writes deeply layered fiction that tugs at the heartstrings. She was honored to receive the San Diego Christian Writers Guild Novel of the Year Award in 2014 and in 2015 was named Author of the Year by the Mount Hermon conference. Joanne’s 2016 novel, The Lady and the Lionheart, received an extraordinary 5 Star TOP PICK! from RT Book Reviews, among other critical acclaim. She lives in the mountains of Southern California with her three children. Visit her online at JoanneBischof.com, Facebook: Author, JoanneBischof, Instagram: @JoanneBischof. My Review Sons of Blackbird Mountain is the first book in a new series. I do not recall having read anything else by this author before. I have to admit reading the back of the cover did not really interest me in this read. But I was quite surprised to have been quickly pulled into this story. If there is more to come about these characters I would for sure read more. Aven traveled from Norway to care for the young Norgaard boys. She was a young widow. When she arrives she is met with a quite different situation than what she was expecting. This story involves an addiction, suicide, romance, deafness, and family relationships. The brothers are all so different . I found myself loving all of the characters. Did not want to lay this book down at times. Very good read. Disclaimer: I was given a complimentary copy of this book but all thoughts and opinions are my own honest ones. Blog Stops Genesis 5020, July 5 Carpe Diem, July 5 D’S QUILTS & BOOKS, July 5 All-of-a-kind Mom, July 6 The Power of Words, July 6 Among the Reads, July 6 Fiction Aficionado, July 7 Book Bites, Bee Stings, & Butterfly Kisses, July 7 A Baker’s Perspective, July 7 History, Mystery & Faith, July 8 Christian Chick’s Thoughts, July 8 Luv’N Lambert Life, July 8 Cordially Barbara, July 9 Kathleen Denly, July 9 Reading Is My SuperPower, July 9 Faithfully Bookish, July 10 Christian Bookshelf Reviews, July 10 Simple Harvest Reads, July 10 (Guest Review from Mindy Houng) Novels corner, July 11 Inklings and notions, July 11 Just Commonly, July 11 Two Points of Interest, July 11 Maureen’s Musings, July 12 Book by Book, July 12 To Everything A Season, July 12 Inspiration Clothesline, July 13 With a Joyful Noise, July 13 Pause for Tales, July 13 Radiant Light, July 13 The Christian Fiction Girl, July 14 Remembrancy, July 14 proud to be an autism mom, July 14 Just the Write Escape, July 15 Bibliophile Reviews, July 15 Vicky sluiter, July 15 By The Book, July 16 Texas Book-aholic, July 16 Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, July 16 Janices book reviews, July 17 Jeanette’s Thoughts, July 17 Bigreadersite, July 17 Connie’s History Classroom, July 18 amandainpa, July 18 Seasons of Opportunities, July 18 Reader’s cozy corner, July 18 Giveaway To celebrate her tour, Joanne is giving away Grand prize of a country crate, a jar of apple butter, a bag of gummy berries, journal, bath salts, honey spoons, copper earrings, and a blackbird sign!! Click below to enter. https://promosimple.com/ps/d140/sons-of-blackbird-mountain-celebration-tour-giveaway
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