The Minister's Wife : Forever Hilltop Book Review & Giveaway!!

Welcome to the blog tour for Judy K. Baer's latest series - Forever Hilltop. Judy's latest is a two-in-one novel and features both An Unlikely Blessing and Surprising Grace.
To celebrate, Judy is giving away a Kindle for you AND one to giveaway! Details below.

Romantic Times says of Forever Hilltop, "These two stories in one volume feature amazing characters - some are witting and some are quirky, but all of them are loveable and memorable. The small town comes to life and will remain with readers for a long time. Baer knows what her fans look for in a feel-good book and does not disappoint in either story."

{More about Forever Hilltop}

The charming and often hilarious Forever Hilltop series follows the experiences of former city dweller Alex Armstrong as he settles into his new role as pastor of a Scandinavian community in rural North Dakota. Alex is sometimes baffled by his parishioners and their colorful ways, but he comes to appreciate their simple wisdom. One thing's for sure -- life in Hilltop Township is never dull! This new two-in-one format features An Unlikely Blessing along with its sequel, Surprising Grace.

An Unlikely Blessing

Meet Alex Armstrong, former city dweller who has just accepted his first parish assignment to a small community in the wilds of North Dakota. In Hilltop Township, Alex becomes familiar with the colorful residents and their odd traditions, from rommegrot to lutefisk. And then there’s the excitement the single pastor creates among the unmarried women in the community! Alex soon discovers that his new church home has as much to teach him as he has to teach them, providing all with An Unlikely Blessing.

Surprising Grace

Alex Armstrong is settling into his new role as pastor of Hilltop Church, and he’s even starting to understand the strange ways of the people who populate this barren stretch of North Dakota prairie. But he also finds that his flock needs help and counsel like he never imagined. In this cozy and entertaining read, Alex must choose between the woman he once planned to marry—and the home he’s come to love.

{What I think Of The Books}

This has to be one of the sweetest and most enjoyable series I have ever read. I can't even begin to tell you how much I enjoyed it. I was completely captivated by the characters of the 2 books and it left me wanting more. I had a horrible time putting the book down. It was what I call an easy read, not as a simple kind of book, but captivating enough that you found turning the pages easier and easier as you got caught up in the story! I know I will be looking for the next part in this series and it won't be out soon enough for me!Judy's description of the Hilltop area was so complete you felt like you were there in the story. I will be sharing this two-book series with several of my friends, who I know will love it, and with my Mom!

{More about Judy K Baer}

Judy Baer was born and grew up on a farm on the prairies of North Dakota, experiencing many of the same things as her Hilltop characters. An only child, she spent most of her days with imaginary people-either those she read about or those she made up in her head.

Baer graduated from Concordia College with majors in English and education and a minor in religion. While at the time, she was simply studying what interested her, Baer later realized that she was educating herself for her future career as a Christian writer. She certainly put her education to use as she is the author of more than 75 books.

A certified professional life coach now certified in three coaching disciplines, Baer coaches primarily professional and aspiring writers. She is also a faculty advisor in the Department of Human Development at St. Mary's University in Minneapolis, MN. Baer has two daughters and three step children. She and her husband live in Minnesota.
She invites you to visit her at her web site www.judykbaer.com for more information on her and her books.