🌹 To Love a Beast by Karen Witemeyer – A Beauty and the Beast Retelling with Heart

Karen Witemeyer’s To Love a Beast is a charming Western retelling of Beauty and the Beast that blends romance, humor, and faith into a heartfelt story.

Set in Texas, the story follows Everett Griffin, a man living in isolation after being scarred by both physical injury and emotional wounds. When a spirited young woman named Callista Rosenfeld unexpectedly enters his life, everything begins to change.

What starts as a reluctant arrangement slowly grows into something deeper, as both characters are forced to confront their pasts and learn to trust again.

Unlike some retellings, this one clearly reflects Beauty and the Beast. You can easily see the inspiration, but it still feels fresh and original.

This story carries meaningful messages about:

• forgiveness

• self-worth

• seeing others the way God sees them

The spiritual elements are woven naturally into the characters’ journeys without feeling forced.

At times, the pacing can feel a bit slow, especially in the middle. Some parts focus heavily on internal thoughts rather than action, which may not appeal to every reader.

To Love a Beast is a sweet, faith-filled story that highlights the beauty of transformation—not just outwardly, but inwardly.

It’s a gentle reminder that:

True love sees beyond appearances and chooses grace.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5)

Yes—especially if you enjoy:

• Christian fiction

• slow-burn romance

• fairy tale retellings

A post to the saved and unsaved

This is a post for everyone, whether you already know Jesus or you don’t know Him yet.

Life moves quickly, and it’s easy to get caught up in everyday things, but eternity is real. The Bible teaches there are only two paths: life with God or separation from Him. Because of Jesus we can have eternal life. Read John 3:16.

Jesus came, died for our sins, and rose again so we could be forgiven and have eternal life. That gift is available to anyone, but it’s more than just saying you believe. It’s a real relationship with Him that changes your heart, your desires, and the way you live.

For those who don’t know Him yet, He is ready to receive you with open arms. Why are you waiting? Nothing in this world is worth missing eternity with Him.

And for those who do know Him, keep growing in Him. Seek Him daily, stay in His Word, and let your life reflect Him. Don’t become comfortable or stagnant, draw closer to Him and let Him continue to change you.

I’m sharing this because I care. Eternity matters, and I want us all to be together in Heaven.

With love and prayers,  

Breana

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✨ If the Boot Fits – Not Your Typical Cinderella Story

At first glance, If the Boot Fits by Karen Witemeyer sounds like it would be a Cinderella story. However, there isn’t a mean stepmother or cruel stepsisters.
The only elements that resemble Cinderella are the ball and the lost “slipper” (or boot, in this case).
So far, the story doesn’t really feel like a Cinderella retelling—and honestly, that’s part of why it has been a bit disappointing for me.
It leans more toward a slow-paced Western with small bits of action.
Right now, the pacing feels slow, and it’s been a little hard to stay interested. I was expecting something more engaging or more clearly connected to the Cinderella theme, but it hasn’t really felt that way yet.
There are some good ideas—like themes of truth and forgiveness—but so far, it just hasn’t drawn me in.
I actually skipped to the end of the book. I couldn't finish it because I found it very boring. But others might enjoy this book. 

⛪️Revival God's Way by Leonard Ravenhill

This book is truly powerful—one that doesn’t just inspire, but deeply convicts and calls you higher.

Leonard Ravenhill speaks with a boldness that is hard to ignore. He reminds us that what many call “revival” today often falls short of what God intends. Too often, we settle for our way of revival—something organized, scheduled, and carefully planned. It becomes a series of meetings built on human effort, filled with hype, focused on numbers, and driven by emotion. Yet in the middle of it all, one crucial thing is often missing: the genuine invitation for the Holy Ghost to move. And without Him, there may be excitement in the moment, but there is little to no lasting change.

Ravenhill contrasts this with what true revival looks like—God’s way.

Real revival is not manufactured; it is born in prayer. It is not sustained by emotion but marked by deep, sincere repentance. It is not about crowds or popularity, but about the undeniable presence of God moving among His people. When revival comes God’s way, lives are not just touched—they are transformed. Hearts are broken over sin, souls are drawn back to holiness, and there is a renewed hunger for righteousness.

This kind of revival cannot be scheduled or controlled. It requires humility, surrender, and a willingness to seek God beyond comfort and routine. It calls for believers to return to the secret place, to cry out, and to truly desire God—not just His blessings.

Reading this challenges me to examine my own heart. Do I want something that looks like revival, or do I truly want God to move in a way that changes everything?

I don’t want revival shaped by human hands—I want revival that comes from Heaven.

I want revival God’s way… how about you?