Category Archives: Reviews
Book Review: Julianna Deering’s “Death at Thorburn Hall”
Family is dangerous in Julianna Deering’s latest novel “Death at Thorburn Hall”. In the classic mystery book, the Rainsby’s invite Drew, Madeline, Nick and Carrie to their grand estate to attend the 1935 British Open. Our crew happily joins a … Continue reading
Book Review: Francine Rivers’ “The Masterpiece”
“We’re all God’s masterpiece, created anew in Christ.” (a Grace Moore quote) In Francine Rivers’s upcoming novel “The Masterpiece”, devout atheist Roman Velasco has a near-death experience that opens his eyes to the afterlife, while his religious assistant, Grace Moore, … Continue reading
Movie Review: “A Winter Wedding”
“A Winter Wedding” is the go-to movie for couples in love. In UP tv‘s Christmas Day film, stars Andrea Bowen (Hallie) and Nick Bateman (Lucas) portray a newly engaged couple who are planning the wedding of a century in Mexico. … Continue reading
Theatre Review: Joffrey Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”
Christopher Wheeldon’s “The Nutcracker” resembles a fan favorite on Broadway. In this re-imagined version of a timeless classic, a poor girl named Marie (Amanda Assucena) dreams of a perfect World’s Fair. Following a humble yet joyous Christmas party (in the … Continue reading
Movie Reviews: “12 Days of Giving” and “Christmas Princess”
These two films are gems you can’t miss this Christmas season. Yesterday, UP tv premiered the touching family movie “12 Days of Giving”. Actor David Blue portrayed Baxter, who is a photographer that wins $50,000 and decides to share his … Continue reading
Movie Review: “Christmas Solo”
Stars Kelli Williams and Jonathan Scarfe lead a hard-working cast anxious to bring the holiday spirit into your home. In “Christmas Solo”, a single mom and dad’s worlds collide when they discover the secret behind their teens’ current unhappiness. While … Continue reading
Movie Review: “Christmas Calendar”
Surprises are in store! A professional lawyer (Emily) returns to her hometown to check in on her grandmother’s bakery and home. She quickly learns that the state of her grandma’s finances is like the Grinch that threatens to ruin Christmas. … Continue reading
Movie Review: “A Very Country Christmas”
This weekend, Greyston Holt and Bea Santoss star in the Harlequin inspired romance “A Very Country Christmas”. In the film, famous singer Zane travels back to the small town he grew up in after he becomes frustrated with life in the … Continue reading
Movie Review: “Second Chance Christmas”
If you believe in the concept of soulmates, you’ll adore “Second Chance Christmas”. Tomorrow night, UP tv premieres their first Christmas film of the holiday season. Tilky Jones and Katrina Begin star as couple in trouble, Jack and Caroline, whose love … Continue reading
Book to Review: Francine Rivers’ “The Masterpiece”
This Fall, BTSCelebs plans to start on the second Tyndale House book, Francine River’s “The Masterpiece”. In the book, main characters Roman Velasco and Grace Moore’s artistic tale promises to come alive, and I look forward to their journey. I … Continue reading
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