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A Constant
Heart
I've long been a fan of fellow author Siri
Mitchell's style. She's smart, witty, creative and she knows how to
massage words into images that appeal to the senses.
Historical fiction intrigues me when it meets me in the
here and now. Tall order, I know. When an author wants to whisk me away to
another century, I always stop to ask what I get to bring back with me. If
it feels like a history lesson only, my interest wanes. If I want a history
lesson, I will read a biography. Fiction for me must not only take me some
place interesting but also send me home with party favors. Siri delivers.
The faith thread is subtle and organic, just the way I
like it. It speaks to how we live our lives most of the time anyway. Who we
are within our faith shows up in the choices we make. And everyone knows
actions speak louder than words. What the marketplace might call
"inspirational principles" Siri wove seamlessly into the prose, making it a
natural part of the fabric of the story. Fabric like that has a nice touch.
Great read.
—Susan
Meissner, author of The Shape of Mercy
There was so
much richness and depth to this story, I could go on for hours. But in
short, the definition of love and faithfulness is explored in detail in
A Constant Heart,
and the way the author showed the many different perspectives was nothing
short of brilliant. If you love realistic historical fiction that is honest
and contains some edgy content, you'll want to devour this book!
—Michelle
Sutton, author of It’s Not About Me
A Constant Heart is historical
fiction at its finest. Siri Mitchell effectively transports the reader back
through time to experience Elizabethan England.
What I enjoyed most about Mitchell’s writing is her attention to detail.
This is showcased in her stunning and sometimes shocking explanation of the
lead paint women used at Elizabeth’s court and the devastation it caused to
their bodies. She’s obviously done her research but manages to avoid
lecturing with her storytelling finesse.
A Constant Heart is a great read that elicits a wide range of
emotions. I’m putting it on my list of favorites, and once you’ve read it,
I’m sure you will, too.
—Michelle
Griep, NovelReviews.com
Moon Over Tokyo
Editorial Reviews
"Moon Over Tokyo is the first
book by Siri Mitchell I've read... What truly drew me into the book was a
its timelessness. Siri describes real people living real lives - lives that
don't necessarily have exciting things happening to them on a daily basis,
lives filled with real fears, uncertainties and struggles - and reveals how
truly magical those lives can be.”
—TitleTrak.com
"Siri Mitchell
excels in bringing different cultures alive in her novels hand in hand with
wonderful characterization. Moon Over Tokyo is delightful,
brimming with the beauty and contrasts that make Tokyo both fascinating and
frustrating for visitors. Allie and Gina's relationship is fun and though
provoking as Allie, a believer, is bound be her fears and Gina, a "heathen"
Aussie confidently takes on the world. Eric adds a whole new dimension to
Allie's world and yet she refuses to grasp the gift of friendship and love
she has before her. I appreciated so much that Allie continued to struggle
with her fears of a relationship even when love was exposed - her genuine
hesitation was as real as it gets and make this novel stand out from many a
traditional romance.
—RelzReviews.com
The
Cubicle Next Door
Editorial Reviews
“The Cubicle
Next Door is a delightful read about life, what makes a person, and
what makes a person change into someone they didn’t expect. Siri Mitchell
puts the reader right into the heart of the scene with vivid detail and
description but doesn’t lose the story.”
—ArmChairInterviews.com
“The Cubicle
Next Door is a wonderful read, full of honest emotions, flawed
characters and fantastic writing. I am now an absolute Siri Mitchell fan and
I can guarantee that whatever she writes, I’ll be waiting to read.”
—Book Talk News
“I couldn’t put
The Cubicle Next Door down, and had to keep reading to see what
happens next. It is the perfect book to curl up with next to a roaring fire
as Autumn’s chill begins to seep in. Grab your favorite hot beverage and
pick up The Cubicle Next Door.”
—ARomanceReview.com
Something
Beyond the Sky
Editorial Reviews
Mitchell, a military spouse, looks at the
lives of military wives through the eyes of four diverse women... Mitchell
is at her strongest portraying the frustrations of women coming to grips
with careers and motherhood (or infertility or pregnancy) and the challenges
of military life. She is adept with flashbacks and withholds certain key
bits of information until the right moment, which adds punch to the
narrative.
—Publishers Weekly
Siri’s third novel
is a detailed education on military life woven through entertaining slices
of story. If you or your spouse are in the military, you’re going to love
this book. If you’re not in the service, you’ll almost wish you were. This
book really spoke to me, because although we’re not in the military, my
family has moved almost every year during the past seven years. Something
Beyond the Sky reminded me that friendships with other women are
critical as I struggle to settle in each new place, grow in faith, and wait
to see where God will take us next.
—Melanie Dobson
for FocusOnFiction.net
Reader Reviews
Something Beyond the Sky is a
profoundly moving book. It made me realize I am not alone in this journey as
a military wife. How fabulous it was to read something so realistic.
—Joyce Erwin, Senior Protestant
Chaplain’s Wife, Elmendorf Air Force Base
Chateau
of Echoes
Editorial Reviews
Many things make this book
a top priority for discerning readers. The descriptions of Frederique’s
culinary creations will have you raiding your cupboards. I’d never eaten as
well as I did in this book. I’d also never appreciated such variety of
clothing, the look and heft of fabrics, period furniture, or the color of
sun in hair... The author’s considerable talent of observation is on fine
display here. Clearly she senses the everyday wonder in the corporeal, and
the strange significance of common beauty. Here is an author who wants her
readers, like her characters, to experience life to its fullest... Siri
Mitchell has been called one of the freshest new voices in Christian
fiction, and for good reason. I am convinced that this author’s future is
bright, and that her achingly real characters will continue to emerge from
the echoes, revealing and breathing reality into our lives.
—Mick Silva for
FocusOnFiction.net
Reader Reviews
Siri Mitchell weaves a
witty, double-edged tale of intrigue, romance, and French culture that is
expertly researched, carefully spun, and deliciously satisfying. You will
want to pack your bags for a never-ending vacation in France when you turn
the last page -- this multi-dimensional story is that alluring.
—Susan Meissner,
author of Why the Sky is Blue and In All Deep Places
Reading Chateau of
Echoes is like taking a European holiday in an unforgettable inn, with
only the finest cuisine -- and all for the price of a book! I highly
recommend this lovely literary getaway that you can enjoy from the comfort
of your armchair.
—Melody Carlson,
author of Finding Alice and Crystal Lies
Kissing Adrien
Editorial Reviews
In Kissing Adrien,
new romantic fiction author, Siri Mitchell, demonstrates one of the
clearest, most original voices of any debut novel I’ve read. Period. Her
deft hand, skillfully wrapping serious subjects and vibrant, mature
characters into the story, leaves one hopeful that her next books will
continue the amazing promise put forth here. By all measures, I’d expect
exciting things from this new master of “restrained romance” in the next few
years... Kissing Adrien is a French excursion into nuance, pleasure,
and experience. Board a plane and prepare to leave the North American
Christian mindset. This book is a ticket to the pleasure of living, an
adventure you’ll be pondering for weeks to come.
—Mick Silva for
FocusOnFiction.net
Reader Reviews
A sheer delight! Smart,
funny, romantic, and intelligent. Loved it! C'est magnifique!
—Laura Jensen
Walker, author of Dreaming in Black & White
Enchanting! Sir Mitchell
weaves an irresistible tale. Merci beaucoup!
—Ginger Garrett,
author of Chosen: The Lost Diaries of Queen Esther |
