Humor Archives - Josie's Bookshelf

I’ve enjoyed reading this series by Susan May Warren and hope she will continue to write about Josey. Get Cozy, Josey is the third book in the series. The first book, Everything is Coming Up Josey, follows Josey as she moves to Russia as a missionary. The second book, Chill out, Josey!, is about her married life as she continues to live and minister to the people in Russia. The third book continues her story as she moves her family to Siberia, mostly to support her husband. She ends up making many friends and reaching out to the women of the village.

I like Josey because I can identify with her. She is insecure about herself, but trusts God to help her. She is braver than I am, though. I don’t think I would be willing to do without indoor plumbing! I admire her dedication to her husband. She moves to Siberia because he’s excited about it, and when his excitement wanes, Josey encourages him. Josey does have to prove to the town and her husband that’s she’s been faithful, but you’ll have to read to find out why.

This week’s post is more light-hearted. I enjoyed this story so much that it only took me 3-4 hours to read it. It’s the story of a relationship adviser that has trouble following her own advice. It does follow Surrender Bay (Nantucket Love Story Series #1), but is a stand-alone story. Denise Hunter’s pleasurable tale, The Convenient Groom (Nantucket Love Story Series #2), gives you a wonderful feeling that stays with you long after you finish reading the book.

Kate Lawrence gives relationship advice and is getting ready to showcase her own wedding to the perfect man. Then, her fiance calls to break up with her a few hours before the wedding. Lucas Wright, who had just put the finishing touches on a gazebo he made for the wedding, overhears the conversation. He offers to marry her to save her from the media disaster of having to announce that the wedding is canceled. Lucas has reasons for offering to marry Kate, one he share with her and one he doesn’t.

Each chapter starts with a quote from Kate’s book. This was a fun book to read. The characters were lovable. Lucas has so much patience with Kate and treats her like a queen. His character moves the story along and makes it so endearing.

Update: This book was made into a Hallmark movie! I thought it was true to the book and enjoyable to watch. Please let me know if you’ve seen it and what you think.