Taryn’s Comments (group member since May 16, 2020)

Taryn’s comments from the Willing To Review Christian Group group.

My historical fiction book, Home on the Range, just released on Amazon November 3. It is my third novel and has received positive reviews from beta readers. I am looking for more honest reviews (to submit on Good Reads and/or Amazon), in exchange for a free digital copy of my novel.

Synopsis:
1891. Lenna Adler—destitute but not desperate—becomes the prize bride in a drunken poker game to one of Chicago’s lecherous men, a man who will stop at nothing to collect what he’s owed. In a hastened escape, Lenna boards the Atchison, Topeka, and Sante Fe Railway to Verona, Kansas determined to carry out her parents’ dream, with or without God’s help. The reputation at the Elton Hotel and the small town provide safety and peace for Lenna at last, not to mention a budding fancy with an honest cowboy.

Lee Ellis has ranched the Flint Hills since he was a boy. The rolling landscape dotted with cattle is his paradise. All that’s left is finding someone to share it with, and he’s sure God’s brought her on the noon train. But when forced to confront a past he’d rather forget, his character and trust with his newfound love, Lenna, are at stake. Will she be able to lean on her recently awakened faith and forgive his family’s history, believing the man he is...or will she soon be on the next train out of town?

Message me if interested!

I have written 2 novels. The first is a Christian romance and the other is a Christian drama.
Reviews so far have stated my writing style is likened to Karen Kingsbury, Deborah Raney, and Janette Oke.

Below are the blurbs for both.

If your interested in reading and reviewing one or both, please let me know and I’ll send you the full novel(s). I would greatly appreciate it. Also my website provides more information: www.oakleybooks.weebly.com

1) Dreams of July—

A story of sorrow, faith, and a love mighty enough to restore the Dreams of July.
For two years, Laney Sanford has lived with the remains of a dream after her husband is tragically killed. She's turned from everything--her faith, her family, her career. But she's had enough loneliness to last a lifetime. Moving back to her small-town home in Henson, Texas, she hopes to be rid of the past once and for all. Yet, just when everything seems too painfully familiar, she runs into a new face. His kind eyes evoke a sense of awareness to something she should remember, but the answer evades her like a cool breeze in summer. What could it be about the handsome stranger, other than drawing out emotions she longs to have but shouldn't feel amongst her grief?

Firefighter Lucas Taylor is no stranger to grief and sadness. His job is to rescue and protect, but when it's mattered most, he's failed one too many times. Seeing Laney again revives the shame. Yet, this could be his second chance--at least that's how he saw it at first. What he didn't plan on was falling for her. How will she react when she learns what he'd done? Will her newfound faith in God be strong enough to withstand the truth? If so, can he bring back her dreams of July?

2) Gathering up the Stones—

For everything there is a season...
He needs a family to want him. One family wants him but can’t have him.
Emmaline Holcomb has waited years for God to grant her a child of her own. In the wake of miscarriages and a failed adoption, she resigns herself to believe a child will never come. When her husband prompts entering the world of foster care, it’s not long before Ollie arrives in the Holcomb household and their resolve is tested once more. In Emmaline’s eyes, he is a stone, cast away, and she can’t wait to gather him up. But she must let him go--another season she must endure.
​
Seven years pass.

When a discovery that could alter the trajectory of both their lives emerges, Emmaline must race to unveil the truth if she hopes to ever gather up her stone.

Told through the eyes of a lost boy, a struggling mother, and a woman who hopes to be one someday is a tale that personifies the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:5.

Send me an email at booksoakley@gmail.com and I’ll email you the eBook of whichever novel you’d like to read and review!

Thanks,
Taryn Oakley

I have written 2 novels. The first is a Christian romance and the other is a Christian drama.
Reviews so far have stated my writing style is likened to Karen Kingsbury, Deborah Raney, and Janette Oke.

Below are the blurbs for both.

If your interested in reading and reviewing one or both, please let me know and I’ll send you the full novel(s). I would greatly appreciate it. Also my website provides more information: www.oakleybooks.weebly.com

1) Dreams of July—

A story of sorrow, faith, and a love mighty enough to restore the Dreams of July.
For two years, Laney Sanford has lived with the remains of a dream after her husband is tragically killed. She's turned from everything--her faith, her family, her career. But she's had enough loneliness to last a lifetime. Moving back to her small-town home in Henson, Texas, she hopes to be rid of the past once and for all. Yet, just when everything seems too painfully familiar, she runs into a new face. His kind eyes evoke a sense of awareness to something she should remember, but the answer evades her like a cool breeze in summer. What could it be about the handsome stranger, other than drawing out emotions she longs to have but shouldn't feel amongst her grief?

Firefighter Lucas Taylor is no stranger to grief and sadness. His job is to rescue and protect, but when it's mattered most, he's failed one too many times. Seeing Laney again revives the shame. Yet, this could be his second chance--at least that's how he saw it at first. What he didn't plan on was falling for her. How will she react when she learns what he'd done? Will her newfound faith in God be strong enough to withstand the truth? If so, can he bring back her dreams of July?

2) Gathering up the Stones—

For everything there is a season...
He needs a family to want him. One family wants him but can’t have him.
Emmaline Holcomb has waited years for God to grant her a child of her own. In the wake of miscarriages and a failed adoption, she resigns herself to believe a child will never come. When her husband prompts entering the world of foster care, it’s not long before Ollie arrives in the Holcomb household and their resolve is tested once more. In Emmaline’s eyes, he is a stone, cast away, and she can’t wait to gather him up. But she must let him go--another season she must endure.
​
Seven years pass.

When a discovery that could alter the trajectory of both their lives emerges, Emmaline must race to unveil the truth if she hopes to ever gather up her stone.

Told through the eyes of a lost boy, a struggling mother, and a woman who hopes to be one someday is a tale that personifies the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:5.

Send me an email at booksoakley@gmail.com and I’ll email you the eBook of whichever novel you’d like to read and review!

Thanks,
Taryn Oakley

I think I can only directly message you if we are friends on Goodreads. But if you email me at booksoakley@gmail.com I’ll email you the book.

I’m sorry you are feeling unwell. Thank you for your interest in trying some fiction. Both of my novels are quick reads. I’d be happy to send you both. How would you prefer I send them to you?

Hello,

I have written 2 novels. The first is a Christian romance and the other is a Christian drama.
Reviews so far have stated my writing style is likened to Karen Kingsbury, Deborah Raney, and Janette Oke.

Below are the blurbs for both.

If your interested in reading and reviewing one or both, please let me know and I’ll send you the full novel(s). I would greatly appreciate it. Also my website provides more information: www.oakleybooks.weebly.com

1) Dreams of July—

A story of sorrow, faith, and a love mighty enough to restore the Dreams of July.
For two years, Laney Sanford has lived with the remains of a dream after her husband is tragically killed. She's turned from everything--her faith, her family, her career. But she's had enough loneliness to last a lifetime. Moving back to her small-town home in Henson, Texas, she hopes to be rid of the past once and for all. Yet, just when everything seems too painfully familiar, she runs into a new face. His kind eyes evoke a sense of awareness to something she should remember, but the answer evades her like a cool breeze in summer. What could it be about the handsome stranger, other than drawing out emotions she longs to have but shouldn't feel amongst her grief?

Firefighter Lucas Taylor is no stranger to grief and sadness. His job is to rescue and protect, but when it's mattered most, he's failed one too many times. Seeing Laney again revives the shame. Yet, this could be his second chance--at least that's how he saw it at first. What he didn't plan on was falling for her. How will she react when she learns what he'd done? Will her newfound faith in God be strong enough to withstand the truth? If so, can he bring back her dreams of July?

2) Gathering up the Stones—

For everything there is a season...
He needs a family to want him. One family wants him but can’t have him.
Emmaline Holcomb has waited years for God to grant her a child of her own. In the wake of miscarriages and a failed adoption, she resigns herself to believe a child will never come. When her husband prompts entering the world of foster care, it’s not long before Ollie arrives in the Holcomb household and their resolve is tested once more. In Emmaline’s eyes, he is a stone, cast away, and she can’t wait to gather him up. But she must let him go--another season she must endure.
​
Seven years pass.

When a discovery that could alter the trajectory of both their lives emerges, Emmaline must race to unveil the truth if she hopes to ever gather up her stone.

Told through the eyes of a lost boy, a struggling mother, and a woman who hopes to be one someday is a tale that personifies the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:5.

Thanks,
Taryn Oakley

Hi, everyone! I am seeking reviews for my inspirational Christian fiction novel, “Gathering up the Stones," that recently released. This is my second novel, and so far, I have received positive (5 star) feedback; however, I am seeking more official honest reviews on Amazon and/or Goodreads from people not in my immediate circle of readers!

It is a contemporary, faith-filled story that will leave you inspired and at least one box of tissues short!

Here is the blurb:

FOR EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON...
He needs a family to want him. One family wants him but can’t have him.

Emmaline Holcomb has waited years for God to grant her a child of her own. In the wake of miscarriages and a failed adoption, she resigns herself to believe a child will never come. When her husband prompts entering the world of foster care, it’s not long before Ollie arrives in the Holcomb household and their resolve is tested once more. In Emmaline’s eyes, he is a stone, cast away, and she can’t wait to gather him up. But she must let him go--another season she must endure.

Seven years pass.

When a discovery that could alter the trajectory of both their lives emerges, Emmaline must race to unveil the truth if she hopes to ever gather up her stone.

Told through the eyes of a lost boy, a struggling mother, and a woman who hopes to be one someday is a tale that personifies the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:5.

Send me a message if you’re interested! I would love to send you a FREE PDF copy in exchange for a review!

Thanks so much!

- Taryn Oakley
www.oakleybooks.weebly.com
www.facebook.com/oakleybooks
booksoakley@gmail.com

Hi, everyone! I am seeking reviews for my inspirational Christian fiction novel, “Gathering up the Stones," set to release in November.

It is a contemporary, faith-filled story that will leave you inspired and at least one box of tissues short!

Here is the blurb:

FOR EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON...
He needs a family to want him. One family wants him but can’t have him.

Emmaline Holcomb has waited years for God to grant her a child of her own. In the wake of miscarriages and a failed adoption, she resigns herself to believe a child will never come. When her husband prompts entering the world of foster care, it’s not long before Ollie arrives in the Holcomb household and their resolve is tested once more. In Emmaline’s eyes, he is a stone, cast away, and she can’t wait to gather him up. But she must let him go--another season she must endure.

Seven years pass.

When a discovery that could alter the trajectory of both their lives emerges, Emmaline must race to unveil the truth if she hopes to ever gather up her stone.

Told through the eyes of a lost boy, a struggling mother, and a woman who hopes to be one someday is a tale that personifies the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:5.

Send me a message if you’re interested! I would love to send you a FREE PDF copy in exchange for a review!

Thanks so much!

- Taryn Oakley
www.oakleybooks.weebly.com
www.facebook.com/oakleybooks
booksoakley@gmail.com

If interested, my email: theoakleys93@gmail.com or on Facebook www.facebook.com/oakleybooks. Thanks!

Hi, everyone! I am seeking reviews for my inspirational Christian fiction romance novel, “Dreams of July.”

It is a contemporary, heartwarming, faith-filled story that is sure to inspire you!

Here is the blurb:

For two years, Laney Sanford has lived with the remains of a dream after her husband is tragically killed. She’s turned from everything—her faith, her family, her career. But she’s had enough loneliness to last a lifetime.

Moving back to her small-town home in Henson, Texas, she hopes to be rid of the past once and for all. Yet, just when everything seems too painfully familiar, she runs into a new face. His kind eyes evoke a sense of awareness to something she should remember; but the answer evades her like a cool breeze in summer. What could it be about the handsome stranger, other than drawing out emotions she longs to have but shouldn’t feel amongst her grief?

Firefighter Lucas Taylor is no stranger to grief and sadness. His job is to rescue and protect, but when it’s mattered most, he’s failed one too many times. Seeing Laney again revives the shame. Yet, this could be his second chance—at least that’s how he saw it at first. What he didn’t plan on was falling for her. How will she react when she learns what he’d done? Will her newfound faith in God be strong enough to withstand the truth? If so, can He bring back her dreams of July?

Send me a message if you’re interested! I would love to send you a FREE PDF copy in exchange for a review!

Thanks so much!

-Taryn Oakley