Notebook Mysteries ~ A Party to Remember by Kimberly Mullins My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another great tale from one of my favorite authors! I seriously never want this series to end. In this Christmas tale, Emma is thrust into another thrilling mystery that is full of intrigue (not to mention festive)! As per […]
The Calamities of Camden Callahan by Brittany Tucker My rating: 5 of 5 stars For some reason, I have been on a real “piratey” kick lately (so much so that the little one has decided, on her own, to be a pirate for Halloween). Suffice it to say that this young adult, swashbuckling tale hit […]
As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist My rating: 5 of 5 stars I recommend that you pick up this book and also a box of tissues. This book is so emotionally-wrenching (in a good way) that you will feel like you are experiencing life right along with Julie and the twins. I […]
Conversations with the Tarot: Bewitching Meditations on Reading the Cards by Maria DeBlassie My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book has me so excited! I immediately felt drawn to read it as I have read several of this author’s works and am obsessed, but became giddy at the title! I am a burgeoning Tarot […]
Oathbreakers Anonymous by Scott Warren My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the first book I have picked up by this author, and I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I was hesitant to start a fantasy/science-fiction as I have really been in a historical fiction phase and didn’t know how it was going […]
The Secret Humankind: An Urban Fantasy Thriller by Gloria Oliver I am excited to recommend this new series by a new (to me) author! This was such a fun read and has pretty much everything to hook the reader and leave them wanting more. Julia Xero is an original and interesting lead character that intrigued […]
Flowers of Evil by N.L. Holmes My rating: 5 of 5 stars I have always had an obsession with history, particularly Ancient Egypt. I find knowledge of ancient times fascinating, and I jumped when I saw the description of what this book entails – not to mention, the author. I have read this author’s work […]
Notebook Mysteries Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins My rating: 5 of 5 stars Emma is back with another edge-of-your-seat, intelligent mystery. This time, she is offered a trip to Paris, no charge; however, something seems suspicious to her. Set during the Paris Exposition of 1889, the French landscape comes alive, as well as marvelous inventions […]
A Teacher’s Heart by Melissa Lavi My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book is so delightful and heart-warming! As a former teacher, I can confirm that it takes a big heart to teach kids and help them grow. The illustrations are colorful and interesting and definitely attention-grabbing. It is fun to read aloud and […]
Talks Like Thunder by Randal Nerhus My rating: 5 of 5 stars This novella is a fictional story but steeped in history. Historical fiction is my go-to when I need to be immersed into a world not my own. It is rich in Indigenous culture and fantastic storytelling. This is the first installment in a […]
Obedience by Liza Snow My rating: 5 of 5 stars I am so thankful this is the first book in a series because whoa… I love how Cassandra and Chandler’s chemistry simmers as the story unfolds. The setting is unique as they are circus performers, and it made their characters compelling and endearing, and I […]
Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Our Future World-Changers by K.J. Kaschula My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book of short stories is a winner for me. This is a book for children but absolutely can be enjoyed by adults just as much! Each little story is a vibrant lesson about what it means […]
A Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book is not only an intriguing fairy tale, but the historical aspects make it that much better. A Cinderella-esque tale set in 1876 Philadelphia, we see Benjamin’s and Ellie’s worlds collide, and he helps her to unveil the truth […]
Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree My rating: 5 of 5 stars I am so glad I picked up this book! This is the first book in this paranormal series, and I am here for it. I can’t wait to get to the next! I love a well-written, independent woman […]
Notebook Mysteries ~ Suspicions by Kimberly Mullins My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the fifth book in the Notebook Mysteries series and is set in early 1889. Emma, along with the Pinkertons, is back with an action-packed journey ahead of her and will face her toughest mystery yet. This book could be read […]
Mission 3047: One Soul’s Fantasy by Stuart Ledwith My rating: 5 of 5 stars The older I get, the more of a fan of Science Fiction I become. I especially appreciate Science Fiction stories with great characters and relatable themes. June/Chloe is a fantastically-written lead character and her interactions with her children, Cora and Livy, […]
How To Write A Historical Novel And Love It by T.L. Clark My rating: 5 of 5 stars I love historical fiction. It’s my favorite genre to read, and I have always wanted to write my own. This fast, informative, non-fiction guide to writing a historical novel is fabulous for anyone who has ever wanted […]
The Exchange: A Novel by Nadija Mujagic My rating: 5 of 5 stars This novel is a gripping story of an aspiring actor, Sam Crawford, and the unthinkable decision that she has to make. No matter what decision she makes, her life will be altered. This is a psychological thriller that does not disappoint. This […]
The 45th Parallel by T.S. Simons My rating: 5 of 5 stars I love this series! This is the 6th book in the Antipodes series. I highly recommend reading the others, first. This would be a fine read by itself, but the entire experience is the recommended experience. Caitlin and Seraphine are sick and tired […]
The White Knight Cowboy Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne My rating: 5 of 5 stars This romance was a very quick read and didn’t take me any time at all to devour it. The characters are well-written and interesting. I love historical fiction, especially when the characters make me care about the story and how they develop. […]
The Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book is an LGBT thriller that will intrigue you from the very start! Fenimore James dreams of becoming an outlaw and moves west. There, he joins the gang of Red Evans, and he begins to question his recent life choices. He […]
Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram My rating: 5 of 5 stars Jacklyn Stone is such a relatable character in this psychological thriller. She is trying to live with grief after the death of her husband while keeping her head above water and trying to move on with her life. Her […]
A Dowry of Snails and Mud by Brittany Tucker My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the first book I’ve picked up by this author, and I loved it. Historical Fictions are one of my reading weaknesses, and this truly is a good story. It is obvious that this author is skilled in their […]
Whispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon My rating: 5 of 5 stars This novella is a prequel to the Blood Fae series. It is the first work I have picked up from this author, and I am not disappointed. This is a quick, but compelling, read. The main character, Jessa, is relatable, and I […]
What Actually Happened to Isaac Moore by Samantha J. Rose My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the first book I’ve picked up by this author. I went in partially blind, only reading a little blurb about the story beforehand. It has been a very long time since I have found a story with […]
Knight In The Museum by Alice Bienia My rating: 5 of 5 stars I really appreciate when an author is not only skillful at weaving words into worlds and characters, but also knowledgeable in what they are writing about. This author writes intelligently and vividly to bring to life an awesome, kick-ass heroine – Jorja […]
Murder on oak street by I. M. Foster My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book is a ride and is definitely not long enough. Even though it is set in 1904 New York, Daniel O’Halleran, a coroner’s physician, proves to be a relatable character, nonetheless. It is not hard to slip right into the […]
The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie My rating: 5 of 5 stars If you are even the slightest bit into stories of the paranormal and steamy romance, I would take a shot on this book! (And even if you aren’t because you will be.) This author is excellent at telling stories that are intriguing and […]
The Veil by Wanda Luthman My rating: 5 of 5 stars Having grown up reading the Bible and being familiar with all the stories, I very much appreciated reading this book. It is a touching fiction story about the veil being ripped upon the death of Jesus. It is a fast read and could have […]
Borrowed Time by Lane Cohen My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the first piece I’ve read by this author, and it will not be the last. I chose to read this book because I love history and the prospect of time travel has always fascinated me. I remember watching 60’s The Time Machine […]
