What are You Reading?

ByCara Putman
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As a voracious reader, my to-be-read pile never stops.

Literally it is towering beneath my desk and next to my bedside…and on a bookshelf. And you get the idea!

I love books too much. No. That’s not possible. I simply need a vacation to read all the books I have stockpiled. Yes, that’s better.

What’s on your #TBRPile? @Cara_Putman shares some of her recent reads and a @sarahladdauthor #giveaway.

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I’ve been reading such good books lately. Here are a couple I thought you might enjoy!

I love Sarah Ladd’s regency novels, and The Weaver’s Daughter is no different. She’s set this novel in the period of the weavers’ rebellion as mills are automating the production of cloth. The heroine is caught between the traditions of the weavers and the restrictions placed on women. The hero just wants to forget the war he’s returned from. Together they are caught betwixt and between the mores of their time, the clash of industry, and the tug of love. I’m giving away a copy of the ARC of this novel. Just use the form below to be entered. It was such a good read!


Another one I’ve been thoroughly enjoying is Regina Jenning’s latest novel, Holding the Fort. Regina’s novels always have such fun characters and a sense of humor that is delightful. This one has that, but so much more. There’s a heroine who’s trapped between her past, and what she hopes her future will be. A hero who wants to be more than he is and who is tied to a formal status due to his rank in the US Army. The conflict and challenges between them are real…and humorous. And the possibility of love is sweet…and tangled. For those who love westerns filled with romance and set in fun locations, this book is a fantastic read!


I haven’t forgotten those of you who love a great contemporary romance. Becky Wade’s latest, Falling For You, perfectly fits that bill. This novel builds on her list of strong family based novels, but with the fun of a world-class model and an injured professional football quarterback. I could relate to Willow so much! The oldest daughter who has (almost) always been perfect, and can’t confront or forget or forgive the time she wasn’t. And that has become an insurmountable mountain separating her from Corbin. Then a young girl asks for her help untangling a decades old mystery, and Willow’s walls begin to crumble. As they do, she has to wrestle with who she is and who she wants to be. Toe-curling romance wrapped inside a novel that is so much more!
To enter for the copy of The Weaver’s Daughter, use the form below. Be sure to leave a comment telling me about what you’re reading.

And here’s one to add to your reading list since it releases at the beginning of July — just in time for that summer vacation. Formula of Deception is set in Alaska is filled with international intrigue, historical twists, and a broken heroine who is compelling.This novel is perfect for those who love a suspense that will keep you guessing as you turn the pages. I can’t tell if it’s the first in a series or a stand alone, but I was tugged through the story with a force that kept me wishing for just a few more minutes. It has pacing, a fascinating historical twist set in WWII so you know I loved it, and a heroine I just wanted to protect. A great story.

So now that you’ve seen a few of the books I’ve read, what are you reading? What’s the book you just can’t stop thinking about?

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An award-winning author of 50 books, Cara is an Assistant Dean and Clinical Associate Professor in business law and ethics to graduate and undergraduate students at Purdue University. She lives with her husband, children, a perfect cat, and a sweet yet rambunctious shelter puppy in Indiana.

62 Comments

  1. I’m reading The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah about life in the wilderness of Alaska. It’s a long book, I’ve been quite busy lately, but I’m really enjoying learning more about the rigors of life in Alaska and the interaction of the characters.

  2. I’m reading a very old Love Inspired book. It’s A Matter of Trust by Cheryl Wolverine. Thanks for this most generous giveaway.

  3. Right now I’m reading the Liberator Series by Stephenia McGee, and I’m almost done the second book, “Losing Lincoln.” It is a very entertaining series of books.

  4. I just finished reading THE CELEBRATION by Wanda Brunstetter and now I’m reading MY SISTER’S INTENDED by Rachael Anderson.

  5. Wow, great list. I read Regina Jennings book but not the others. Thanks for the recommendations.

  6. I’m reading True to You by Becky Wade and love it! I just received Falling for You and am anxious to get to it. I love historical and The Weavers Daughter sounds fabulous.

  8. I just finished two great books:
    1. Why Kill the Innocent by C. S. Harris, a Regency murder mystery with wonderful historical background woven into the story, which I read with two friends.
    2. Murder on Washington Square by Victoria Thompson, #4 in her Gaslight murder mysteries set in 1890’s New York.
    Both series are great!

  9. An ARC for Together Forever by Jody Hedlund. It’s book two in her Orphan Train series.

  10. I am currently reading An Amish Heirloom by Amy Clipston, Beth Wiseman, Kathleen Fuller, and Kelly Irvin.

  11. I just finished reading the 3rd book in a series by Terri Blackstock, “If I Live”. Very exciting!

  12. I’m reading No One Ever Asked by Katie Ganshert and Jesus Among Secular Gods by Ravi Zachariuas and Vince Vitale – both wonderful!

  13. These sound great! I just finished a middle grade chapter book called Worth by A. LaFaye. It was very good, set in Kansas during the homesteading days with a big conflict between cattle ranchers and crop farmers. Tragedy, orphan trains, rural school house, and family dynamics kept me hooked. I’m nearly done with Rise & Shine Benedict Stone by Phaedra Patrick. This is more modern, but involves people who have lost themselves and are seeking to discover who they are. Like you, my to-be-read pile is ever growing! I really need to stay away from the bookstore and library…and those little FREE libraries along the roads…who am I kidding? I’m hooked!

  14. I am finishing The Kremlin Conspiracy by Joel C. Rosenburg and Bringing Maggie Home by Kim Vogel Sawyer is waiting for me!

  15. I just finished The Great Alone. Now I will have to go to my stack and choose another great read.

  16. I just read and reviewed this morning Beyond Justice and Imperfect Justice by someone you might know. 🤗

  17. I’m currently reading an ARC for Lynn Winchester, from the Brides of Blessings series. My TBR list is so long I’ve accepted that I won’t ever get them all read…but I’ll try! And Kristin Hannah? Don’t miss. The Winter Garden was life changing for me.

  18. I’m currently reading (you could say re-reading) Mansfield Park. Just finished The Vicars Daughter by Josi Kilpack, which was amazing!!

  19. I love Regina Jennings & Sarah E. Ladd’s books! I haven’t read any Becky Wade books just yet. I’m currently reading “A Noble Masquerade” by Kristi Ann Hunter. Sooo good!!

  20. I’m reading The Masterpiece by Francine Rivers right now. I work at a library and my stack of books to be read just continues to grow!

  24. I’m the same way with accumulating books. One time when I was discouraged, thinking I’d never get to them all, I changed it around to thinking that I’ll always have something to look forward to as long as I have books stacked up to read. 🙂 Thanks for these recommendations. I had not heard of these authors, so it’s good to learn a little more about their books. Currently I am reading Anchor in the Storm by Sarah Sundin, Drawing Near to the Heart of God by Cynthia Heald, and Adam Bede by George Eliot. I started The Highly Sensitive Person on my Kindle app, which I usually read from before falling asleep, but I decided I needed to be more awake to process that one, so I’ll get back to it after finishing Heald’s book. I’m also going through Joni Eareckson Tada’s Spectacle of Glory devotional book through the year.

  25. Right now I am reading a copy of The Weavers Daughter by Sarah Ladd which I checked out from the library Love it

  26. I am currently reading When God Says Go by Elizabeth Laing Thompson with My Heart Belongs in Glenwood Springs, Colorado waiting in the wings…lol.
    Thanks for the giveaway – I have not had a chance to read The Weavers Daughter.

  28. I’m currently reading book 3 of the Amish Beginnings Series, “The Return” by Suzanne Woods Fisher. I’m having a few troubles getting some books in Australia and that was one. Oh well, I have it now and am enjoying it.
    I’m not sure what book I’ll read next. I have no shortage of books. I have enough to make my own library, but not the space, unfortunately.

  29. Of all things, I am currently reading Notes From a Scandinavian Kitchen by Morry & Florence Ekstrand- a cookbook! but full of nostalgic memories, fun anecdotes, cultural traditions, and history lessons. I’m also reading Hind’s Feet on High Places (Hannah Hurnard) and James Rubart’s The Man He Never Was. As I’m preparing for surgery and a long recovery, I am loading lots of books on my kindle. Hope the Weaver’s Daughter will be one of them!

  30. I am reading, “The Enchanted Barn” by Grace Livingston Hill.
    Sometimes it’s good to get my head out of a mystery and get back to the classics.

  31. I’m reading The Accidental Guardian by Mary Connealy and Petty Cash by Leann Betts. I’d love to win this one, too!

  33. I am currently reading a historical Christian Fiction book called,’223 ORCHARD STREET’ by Renee Ryan…..sooo good! She is a fantastic author!!!

  34. Last night I finished “No One Ever Asked” by Katie Ganshert. So much to think about with this book. I highly recommend adding it to your TBR list. The theme is very timely. I especially loved the way the three main characters show us that we need to see others, not with our eyes, but with our hearts.
    Today I am traveling back to the Regency period. Somehow it feels safer there. I began reading Sarah Ladd’s latest book, “The Weaver’s Daughter.” Love Sarah’s books!
    I am looking forward to Becky Wade’s next book. Five days left until it’s release!
    I enjoy Regina Jennings writing, too, but have not read “Holding the Fort”. I will add it to my TBR list, too.

  36. There are so many on my TBR pile, I wonder if I’ll get them read. The library keeps getting in books that I’ve had on request. Right now I’m reading The Amish Widower by Virginia Smith.

  37. I am reading “Inseparable,” a new biography about Siamese twins, Chang and Eng. It has a lot of history in it. It’s fascinating!

  38. Just finished The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill and I am getting ready to start The Ladies of Ivy Cottage by Julie Klassen.

  39. I just finished I Have Lost My Way by Gayle Forman — am starting Royals by Rachel Hawkins tonight.

    Desperately looking forward to the new Carrie Stuart Parks book. That is my favorite series!

  40. I’m currently reading Judah’s Wife by Angela Hunt. It’s the first i’ve read by this author and I’m hooked now.

  42. I just finished an ARC of Things I Never Told You by Beth K. Vogt. It was fabulous. I totally devoured it. I’m going to start reading Where Hope Begins by Catherine West next. It releases May 22. I love Catherine’s books, so I know I’m in for a treat, although I’ve been warned to keep the tissue box handy.

  43. I’m reading ‘To Wager Her Heart’ by Tamera Alexander!
    Just started reading her Belle Meade Plantation series and I’m loving it!

    My to-be read pile is a kilometre high! (yes, kilometre, I’m Australian^^)

  44. Sounds like a good book and would love to win a copy of the Weaver’s Daughter.

  45. I’m reading the Wren in the Brides of a Feather Series, by Julane Hiebert. Each book of three is better than the previous. 🙂

  47. I am currently reading The Test by Gregg Bell. It’s not Christian and I probably won’t read more by this author unless it changes!

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