Bette Lee Crosby writes heartwarming stories that will leave you laughing and crying.
The cover portrays the calm before the storm. Isn’t is gorgeous?
MY REVIEW
Esther’s Gift by Bette Lee Crosby is a heartwarming and uplifting novella that shows our ability to rise above our hardships and come out shining. The only thing that is different from her Southern fiction is the Hawaiian locale.
Esther has a gift…visions of what is to come.
She tries to warn the people of the coming hurricane, but most don’t take heed.
Ka’awai and its people are devastated by Iniki.
Life goes on, but not always they way we had planned. Humans have an amazing ability to adjust and adapt to any situation. I believe relationships enrich our lives and we work better as a “team.”
Bravery is having the courage to face your fear.
Bernie and Esther are from very different cultures, but their love grows and makes them wonder why they hesitate to acknowledge it. Should they deny their chance at happiness just because of their differences?
Bette Lee Crosby’s writing is filled with sadness, yet it leaves me with a good feeling, a feeling of hope and happiness.
Esther’s Gift is a wonderful novella that shows humans ability to weather any storm. The story and characters read as if they are real, making Bette Lee Crosby’s writing outstanding, engrossing and riveting, leaving me wanting more.
“Your breakfast rice is better than Mommy’s breakfast rice.”
“Your Mommy makes breakfast rice?”
“Rice Krispies.”
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…we come from the earth and in time we turn to the earth. But if in the tie we are here we can touch other hearts, those memories will live long after we are gone.
I received a copy of Esther’s Gift by Bette Lee Crosby in return for an honest review.
5 Stars
GOODREADS BLURB
In the days before hurricane Iniki hit the island of Kauai the forecasters predicted it would stay south of Hilo. But Esther Ka’awai, a psychic and gifted wise woman of the ancient culture has seen the future. She knows of the devastation that will come to the island. She has warned those she loves; now all she can do is pray.
As she struggles to accept this gift of knowing, Esther discovers that even the most wonderful gift can sometimes break your heart.
A story of love, faith and a belief in the future.
ABOUT BETTE LEE CROSBY
USA Today Bestselling and Award-winning novelist Bette Lee Crosby’s books are “Well-crafted storytelling populated by memorable characters caught up in equally memorable circumstances.” – Midwest Book Review
The Seattle Post Intelligencer says Crosby’s writing is, “A quirky mix of Southern flair, serious thoughts about important things in life and madcap adventures.”
Samantha from Reader’s Favorite raves, “Crosby writes the type of book you can’t stop thinking about long after you put it down.”
“Storytelling is in my blood,” Crosby laughingly admits, “My mom was not a writer, but she was a captivating storyteller, so I find myself using bits and pieces of her voice in most everything I write.”
It is the wit and wisdom of that Southern Mama Crosby brings to her works of fiction; the result is a delightful blend of humor, mystery and romance along with a cast of quirky charters who will steal your heart away. Her work was first recognized in 2006 when she received The National League of American Pen Women Award for a then unpublished manuscript. She has since gone on to win twenty awards for her work; these include: The Royal Palm Literary Award, the FPA President’s Book Award Gold Medal, Reader’s Favorite Award Gold Medal, and the Reviewer’s Choice Award.
Crosby’s published works to date are: Blueberry Hill (2014), Previously Loved Treasures (2014), Jubilee’s Journey (2013), What Matters Most (2013), The Twelfth Child (2012), Life in the Land of IS (2012), Cracks in the Sidewalk (2011), Spare Change (2011). A Cupid inspired romance, Wishing for Wonderful, is scheduled for release in November 2014 and Book Three of The Wyattsville Series, Passing through Perfect, will be be available in January 2015.
MY REVEWS OF BETTE LEE CROSBY’S NOVELS
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You know me…I love Hurricane stories. And this one has a nice twist and a different concept. The cover is so peaceful for a story so moving.
Bette Lee definitely has a way with words and has some wonderful covers for her books.
Sounds like such a beautiful story. I love when a book leaves you in awe of the author’s writing. This one sounds like it did just that.
I have been reading her work for quite a while now and this book did not let me down. When you read her books, tissues are required.
Sounds like a feel good read 🙂
A nice change of pace from my usual murder and horror. I do love a happy ending.
A hurricane brings this close to home, as does Betty’s southern flavor in all of her books. I’m working on reviews for two of her books now. Glad you loved this one too, Sherry!
For sure, Laura. I still need to review What the Heart Remembers. 🙂
Thank you Sherri and Laura for being such great supporters of my books! I’ve got Baby Girl coming out in March and I’m hard at work writing Book 4 of the Wyattsville Series. 🙂 Yes, you will need tissues for Baby Girl….
I think I have needed tissues for all your books but one. The title puts a smile on my face and I am looking forward to reading it! Thanks so much for dropping in and charring. 🙂
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