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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book #5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Angela Hayes

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Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga (Druid's Brooch Series Book 5)Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in the Druid’s Brooch Series by Christy Nicholas. This is a historical fantasy- with action, adventure, magic, paranormal elements, drama, romance, mystery, humour, young love, challenges, heartbreak, betrayal, danger, battles, bargains, and fantastic world building. I have said it before, and I say it again, I really love the attention to detail and vividly descriptive storytelling that Ms. Nicholas excels at- it brings her stories to life and makes them very realistic, believable, and entirely immersive. As with the other books in this series that I have read, this is really well written, intriguing, and engaging. The story pulled me in and kept my attention right from the beginning. The character/s are complex, fully realised individuals who were cleverly crafted- with interesting and quirky natures.
I haven’t read the books in this series in sequence- instead picking books by random- thankfully each book is able to be read as a standalone. Having said that though, if you love a great fantasy with lots of historical elements, then you would most definitely enjoy the other books in this series as well- and after reading one, you will probably want to explore more/all.
In this book we meet Maelan and his granddaughter Orlagh, who live in Ireland in the 12th century. Maelan is determined to protect his granddaughter, even from herself, as well as fulfil his duty to chief, and uphold the family name. Orlagh is a little headstrong and impulsive, and tests all the boundaries he tries to impose. But choices are made, and the consequences are quite disastrous. Maelan must decide what he is prepared to do in order to save her? Can he succeed? What happens? You really should read the story and discover all the intriguing details for yourself- it’s well worth your time!

Thank you, Christy Nicholas!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Ashley Westerman

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a great read, I was hooked instantly and couldn’t put it down. I feel like I learned a lot from this book, and I need to learn more! This author had me feeling like I was in his world watching everything happening for myself. It was excellently done, and I can’t wait to see what else he may have in store for us.

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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Carrie Reed

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Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga (The Druid's Brooch)Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is an excellent addition to the Druid’s Brooch Series. The story was easy to get into and the characters were written nicely. This could be read as a stand alone but the other books in the series are just as great and I would highly recommend them.

Almost all of the characters in this book got on my nerves or did things that made me hate them. In saying that, it really made the book all that much more interesting for me. I wanted to read on to see how each person would react to the different situations they were thrown into.

Orlagh is a fool, chasing after a love that wasn’t even there in the beginning just because of one kiss. Temuirr is a promiscuous man that can’t hold a solid relationship which, leads to his sister Yana always exasperated by the situations he gets himself into. Orlagh finds out that her grandfa is arranging a marriage for her with a man from their village, she denounces her grandfa’s care to live on her own and follow her love for Temuirr. Temuirr is surprised and taken aback, he realizes he is in too deep with this woman and may have to court her for real.

Eolande is Orlagh’s best friend, and my favorite character. She always has Orlagh’s back and is a fae that was cast out of her world because she fell in love with a mortal. She follows Oralgh in her quest to track down Temuirr to watch over her and keep her safe. Maelan, Orlagh’s grandfa and Eogan, Maelan’s best friend, go out on a search to find Orlagh and bring her home as well as to her senses regarding the traveling bard, Temuirr. Maelan makes many very terrible decisions regarding his granddaughter in the form of kidnapping her and ruining her relationship with not only Temuirr but him as well.

I don’t want to give away too much more information, but there is some stuff that goes down towards the end and really makes for a nice ending to the book. I did enjoy this book and can’t wait to look into more books from this series.

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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Felicia Bates

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Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga (The Druid's Brooch)Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song
(The Druid’s Brooch series, Book 5)
4 out of 5 stars

The Druid’s Brooch series does not fall under the category of genres I read very often but with books so well written, I’ve gladly made an exception.
Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in the series by Christy Nicholas but it can easily be read by itself; in fact I’ve been reading this series out of order.
Once again Christy Nicholas has captured me with her storytelling, in depth characters and fantastic imagery. The storyline had a bit of everything to keep me engaged and my emotions on edge.
I believe in my last review I stated that the book I had just read was my favorite in the series, I’d have to go back on my word and say Misfortune of Song has stolen that spot. Let this be an example of the kind of series this is, once you think you couldn’t love the books anymore, you read the next installment. Misfortune of Song has introduced me to a whole new world and much welcomed break from reality, if only for a short period. I will be recommending this author/series to anyone I know that’s looking for a fantastic read all around.

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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga (The Druid's Brooch)Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas is a blend of fantasy history and Celtic mythology and is another great addition to the series. It is a story that will have your emotions all over the place and will have you laughing and crying. This book can be read as a standalone, as most of them can, but I would read them in order.

Maelan is a man of honour and code, but sometimes his granddaughter, Orlagh could drive him to drink. How far would he go to protect the one thing he loves in his life?

Orlagh is stubborn and bull-headed and often rebels against her grandfather. She wants what she wants and what she wants is the young man she has fallen in love with, be damned the consequences.

This is a world where there is magic and Fae and is wonderfully written to make it a magical read.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga (The Druid's Brooch)Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song is the fifth book in the Druid’s Brooch series. It can be read as a standalone.
The author has done a superb job of weaving an enchanting story. The characters come alive on the pages and the plot sucks you in. I loved the strength and sassiness of the main character, Orlagh, even though she does show her youth by making some rash decisions. There are many twists and turns to the story and everything may not be as it seems.
Misfortune of Song is a great tale of young love, heartbreak, betrayal, magic, and adventure.

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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga (The Druid's Brooch)Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the fifth book in this series, it is just as enjoyable as the previous books in this series. In this book, Maelan is faced with making a choice with his granddaughter, Orlargh. What will happen when she falls for Timurir? Will she rebell and what are the bargains Orlargh must make to save her? These are great characters that keep the story engaging and come to life for me. I also enjoy the Fae, they are creative and bring twists to the story. I highly recommend this book.

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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga (The Druid's Brooch)Misfortune of Song: An Irish Historical Fantasy Family Saga by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is truly a fascinating fantasy book. It is a historical one at that. Maelan is just trying to do what he feels is right. He’s so conflicted. You feel his pain and discomfort through the story as he tries to protect his granddaughter. The writing of this story is phenomenal. Don’t fret, the author gives a bit of a dictionary to help with the Irish words, so you shouldn’t get to lost. The descriptions of the people and the lands totally make you feel like you are there. I came in at this, book 5 of the series. I do plan to go back and start with the first book because there is a brooch involved and I feel a little lost because I don’t know the history of how it got back through time. I can really tell the author did her research because things are just so laid out. The plot line comes back together when it takes a twist or turn. An amazing book that I definitely recommend for fantasy or historical readers, or both.

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Michelle Troyer

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is not one I would have originally chosen to read, but the narrative peaked my interest as did the book the entire way through. It starts during a stent in Vietnamese years ago, where Rex did a wrong doing and leaves Don getting the punishment for it. Rex goes back to the States, not knowing what transpired after he left until years later when Don and his family had relocated to Mississippi. Don held a grudge for years and wanted to speak with Rex about it, but never gets the chance before his death. Rex finds out after Don’s death what transpired years ago, which brings them to the current day. However, Don’s death was thought to be a murder, but was it? Rex’s sons are being blamed for Don’s death. Don’s daughter, Anh, finds a journal that her dad had written in years ago that explains everything that happened. It’s a great story of how we cannot assume we know what other’s have gone through in life as everyone has a past. I highly recommend this book to readers!

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Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas

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Genre – Historical, Fantasy
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Ireland, 1114. Maelan serves his chief with bloodied blade. And though he wields a unique ability of magical camouflage, the aging warrior longs to truly transform and provide a legacy for his seventeen-year-old grandchild, Orlagh. But he’s horrified when the headstrong girl falls for a disreputable bard and runs off in the dead of night.

With his own children having long gone to ash, he can’t bear to let go of the last of his kin. And though dishonor threatens to rend his soul in two, the loyal guardsman fears he may have to abandon his chief for the sake of his family.

Will Maelan risk disgrace and betrayal to bring the wayward youngster home?

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Christy Nicholas loves all things historical, especially if it has anything to do with Ireland, Scotland, England, or Iceland, and she writes historical fantasy, travel guides, and a book on writing craft. Her tales tend to the gritty, with bittersweet endings, and she’s never afraid to torture her characters. But there is beauty in all darkness, and she loves showing that, as well.

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Divided Lives by K.R. Mullins – Review by Jules Herbert

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Divided LivesDivided Lives by K R Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I know I have said it so many times before but I will keep saying it, over and over again….. this talented author knows how to write an amazing Historical Mystery like no one else!! She truly deserves continued praise and recognition for her creative storylines. Again I know I have said it before but the captivating writing talent of this author easily transports the reader back in time so much so that you really feel as though you can see everything around you and all that is happening. Just this alone should make you want to read this fantastic book but here is a very quick snap shot of the storyline. The wonderful Lottie, who works as a legal clerk, becomes very involved a case concerning a police officer and soon finds the 2 parts of her life colliding when a blackmail scheme rears its ugly head! Now you know you want to read about that and find out what happens right? Do yourself a huge favour and get reading!!

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Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls Book 2) by Rob Samborn – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls, #2)Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read and enjoyed the first book in this series, I was looking forward to this sequel and I was definitely not disappointed. Carrying on from the end of the previous story, I would personally recommend reading these novels in order, especially as the storyline is rather intriguing and complex. Nick and Julia O’Connor have escaped Venice with their lives following their nightmare vacation, and are trying to return home. However, before they can reach the American consulate, they are captured by Interpol and then returned to Venice. While Nick is detained, it’s up to Julia to save her husband, but she doesn’t know who she can trust. Especially when it’s the corrupt head of an ancient, enigmatic order, Salvatore della Porta, who’s behind Nick’s detainment.

Della Porta’s order are the ones who controls Paradise, “Tintoretto’s Renaissance masterpiece that’s also a purgatory for thousands of souls, including Nick’s soul mate from the 16th century”. Della Porta is after a mysterious manuscript which can either end his order or bring him world changing power, and he thinks Nick knows the location of this book. Meanwhile, Julia enlists the help of a young artist, Carlo Zuccaro, but is unaware that he is actually the order’s new Painter and warden of the damned. This is a gripping read, which had me hooked from start to finish. The descriptive narrative brings both the setting and characters vividly to life, making me feel fully immersed in the story. This was an entertaining and engaging read which I would definitely recommend.

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Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls Book 2) by Rob Samborn – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls, #2)Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book two in the Painted Souls series. Painter of the Damned follows Nick and Julia in Venice trying to save Nick’s soulmate from the 16th century. There is plenty of fast-paced action, love that transcends time, history that jumps from the page with vivid imagery, and characters you can get behind. Book two won’t leave you disappointed!

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Mandy Ott

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bycatch took me by complete surprise! There is so much depth and thought in the story that I am absolutely amazed! Alexander Blevens delivers with substantial, realistic, multi-level characters. I could almost hear the accent of Jake and Pigeon, feel the anger and confusion of Rex and Dung, and feel the tension between the Mississippi and Vietnamese fishermen. Blevens also uses amazing storytelling in the back and forth accounts of two men unwillingly thrown across each other’s paths in the midst of the war in Vietnam, and how their pasts collide later in life in the shrimping community in Mississippi. I could hear the bombs exploding in Vietnam, I could smell the strong seafood odor of the coast, and hear the rumbling motors of the shrimping boats.
Bycatch and Alexander Blevens are two new favorites on my list!

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Devon Pulliam

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When your past catches up to you in the form of your biggest mistake you think you’ve made. WOW… this book is so well written and will make you think about what all our military went thru in various wars. What burdens some soldiers carry home with them.

Rex committed a crime he carried with him for so long. Arriving in Biloxi years after the war he never thought he would run into his “enemy” from his military time in Vietnam.

The burden that “Don” carried with him all those years. I loved the full circle that the author gave us in those last few can’t stop reading chapters. Seriously can be read in one sitting because you are going to want to know what happens to Rex, his 2 sons and the whole Nguyen family.

This book also is great at showing that no matter what the truth will come out. Lose mouths sink ships right? Well crimes catch up to you and the wrong will be made right.

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Scepter of Flint (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 3) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Scepter of Flint (Lord Hani #3)Scepter of Flint by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A thrilling historical fiction with suprising levels of historical accuracy!
Raids into multiple tombs unleash a plague onto Lord Hanis Palace (after covid this book gets your attention!)
Lord Hani struggles to find answers as his palace is descimated a devastating plague with his daughter; a physician, right in the center trying to save everyone. Lord Hani really struggles with many heartbreaking intense decisions… not always making the best choices but always having his people close in his heart.
Who is the real culprit? Can Lord Hani figure it out before its too late? Will Justice prevail?
Great historical fiction set in the Egyptian era!

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Shannen Kern

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s hard to believe that this is Alexander Blevens’ debut novel because this knocked me off my feet! The flow of the story is flawless and full of forgiveness and culture. I have already recommended to a few friends right after I finished!

Rex and Nguyen are both soldiers in the Vietnam war, and while they both survive those indescribable battles, they head home with their own secrets. Rex tries to raise his sons to the best of his ability, but he can see that his guilt is affecting them subconsciously. Will he be able to clean up his act and confess to his atrocities, or will his family inevitably pay his karmic dues?

I was at the edge of my seat for nearly this entire story. Full of suspense, redemption, and family, this book paints a picture of humanity at its heart. Pick up Bycatch today and settle in for the most captivating story from this marvelous author!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Operation Blackbird (Brass Compass Series Book 2) by Ellen Butler – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Operation BlackbirdOperation Blackbird by Ellen Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Operation Blackbird is the second book in the Brass Compass series by Ellen Butler. Set in 1952, a CIA officer has to confront her past while saving a scientist trying to defect to East Berlin without alerting the KGB. You must grab this book if you enjoy historical thrillers with a strong female lead. I had already read the first book in this series, but this could be enjoyed as a standalone. Miriam Becker is a fantastic character who has seen the best and worst of people. I enjoy reading about her adventures because she is intelligent and very human. I enjoyed how the story differed from other spy thrillers dealing with the Cold War. There are sections I felt like I was holding my breath, waiting to find out what would happen.
I always enjoy this author’s books and look forward to reading more from her.

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Julie Johnson

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“Bycatch”: the portion of a commercial fishing catch that consists of marine animals caught unintentionally. -Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged.

Rex Thompson made a huge mistake while serving in Vietnam and Nguyen Duc Dung not only witnessed the mistake but paid a huge price for it. Many years later and a world apart, their lives would come together again.

Rex wasn’t the best husband, father, employee, or friend and he’s trying to change that. Or at least he thought he was. Ruled by the bottle, Rex ends up making even more mistakes and one day escapes his two teenage sons to try to make amends. Little does he know that Jake and Pigeon are going to follow in his footsteps in an even worse manner.

Dung ends up dead one day and everyone is pointing the finger at Rex, except that he’s nowhere around. The only other logical conclusion is that his son’s have sunk the boat that they fell in love with, but lost, when their dad ran away.

Rex finally returns home to learn of Dung’s death and this stirs up many thoughts of the past. Did this have something to do with him afterall or is he just the bycatch?

This was an enjoyable novel full of mystery and intrigue. I found myself liking Rex from the beginning even though I knew he was not the most reputable person. This is a story of hatred and love, forgiveness and abandonment, of redemption and saving.

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Kerry Carr

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this historical Thriller. The author does and amazing job of transporting the reader back to a time of war and desperation and takes you right up to the present day. This is definately a story that makes you think and contemplate your actions in life as this story shows that your actions have consequences further down the line and not just for you but for other people.

This story is gripping, with secrets, lies, revenge and greed. You also feel the after affects of one person’s actions as they suffer either guilt and remorse for what happened but can’t seem to find a way to make amends for the past.

It is a moving story about war and how it affects people. When a crime is committed by Rex Thompson during war in Vietnam he is plagued by the guilt for years however he thinks his secret is safe. Until the daughter of an immigrant fisherman comes knocking. Rex’s sons are responsible for her father’s death and after uncovering his journal Anh comes to Rex looking for answers not only for her father’s death but also the past.

Now Rex has a tough decision to make, does he tell the truth about what happened all those years before or does he remain quiet and try and protect his sons?

It’s a gripping and emotional read as there are so many lives that are affected by one mistake in time.

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Nichole Chrisman

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SoliloquySoliloquy by Janet Fogg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an incredible story with wonderful writing. Our FMC is a professional piano player and finds herself thrown back into Nazi occupied France during WW II. There she meets her HEA and is pulled into helping the resistance. The action and romance that ensues keeps you reading all through the night! Great book!

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Three stories. One destination.

 

A swamp rat-turned lady, a hotshot southern attorney, and a small-town dreamer endure life’s cruel twists on the way to Hollywood’s swanky Mansfield Supper Club.

Louisiana, 1927. A brutal fate sweeps seventeen-year-old Francie Roubideaux from the Louisiana bayou to the iron rule of Miss Claire in New Orleans. She survives using her daddy’s wits and mama’s grace, but fickle fortune isn’t done with her yet….

Illinois, 1937. Rose Donovan’s dreary small-town life takes a turn when a New York City music man whisks her away to Hollywood. But soon she’s torn between addictive passion and another man’s arms…and more than Rose’s heart is on the line.

Georgia, 1936. A rising star on the Atlanta legal circuit, Beau Hartwell is the envy of every lawyer in the city…until his past desperately comes to call. Can big-city Beau handle backwoods justice, or will the case break more than his career?

In one fateful night, their worlds collide in ways no one saw coming…

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Tausha Treadway

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SoliloquySoliloquy by Janet Fogg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Soliloquy by Janet Fogg. I loved this book so much that I read it all in one sitting. I stayed up way to late flipping pages but it was that good. The book revolved around time travel, historical fiction and romance. Its about Erin who is swept back to war torn France where she protects members of the Resistance by ghost writing music for a German Officer. When Erin helps rescue a British pilot named Arick and falls in love with him it makes things super complicated. She also recognizes him from the original time period she came from. On top of all this the German Officer is wanting a lot more from Erin than she is willing to give. Will she be able to go thru with it if necessary? Will she be able to continue ghost writing for the resistance or will she be caught. This is a romance full of mystery and danger. Risking her own life to save Arick you know their love transcends time but will they survive to enjoy their time together? This read is so full of all kinds of elements and the writing was so amazing I felt as if I was in war torn France with the Nazis. Do yourself a favor and read this amazing book!

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Kelli Harper

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Soliloquy
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This one click wonder that I found on Kindle Unlimited is a new to me author and not usually a preferred genre but oh my am I glad that I picked this one. Erin and Arick’s story will find you traveling to the past and the story is just so so good. You will be drawn in and just find yourself turning pages until all hours of the night with the thoughts of “just one more chapter”. The characters are so memorable.

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Nina Maes

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An amazingly beautiful love story. This a great historical story with strong characters. Love wins over all through time after time. Fast paced read that will draw you in to the end. Recommend this book to anyone who likes to read romance, historical events and WWII stories.

SoliloquySoliloquy by Janet Fogg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An amazingly beautiful love story. This a great historical story with strong characters. Love wins over all through time after time. Fast paced read that will draw you in to the end. Recommend this book to anyone who likes to read romance, historical events and WWII stories.

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Codi Parham

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This book was eloquently written. The definition of soliloquy is “speaking one’s thoughts aloud when by oneself or regardless of any hearers,” and Erin speaks through song. She is given a treasure for her 30th birthday that leads her on a time traveling adventure. Beautiful from the first note.

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Shannen Kern

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SoliloquySoliloquy by Janet Fogg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I must say this has to be one of my favorite books I have read this year! Soliloquy mixes in time-travel, romance, and drama to create a masterpiece. Once I started, I couldn’t put it down. Janet Fogg is an amazing author!

Erin Meyer is a wonderful pianist who is suddenly thrown back to the time of World War II. After understandable confusion, she realizes what is happening and begins helping the Resistance. She also runs into someone who felt familiar from her future, and the author ties this in magically.

I meant to read just a few chapters a day, but once I started reading, I was immediately engrossed in the story and finished it quickly. I highly recommend this book!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rex is a man that has been running from the crimes he committed in Vietnam over twenty years ago. When his sons drown an immigrant fisherman that witnessed their crime after scuttling a shrimp boat, Rex feels remorse but keeps quiet. When the fisherman’s daughter discovers her late father’s wartime journal, she approaches Rex with secrets her father never told anyone. Now that his sons are being forced to face their crimes, Rex is also forced to face his past. Rex must decide if he should continue living his life of lies or beg for mercy from those that he hurt.

Bycatch is a haunting tale of one man who is forced to come face to face with his past and the harm it caused. With multiple timelines the reader can see into the past as the Vietnam war is taking place, while reading about the shrimping industry and the characters in present day Biloxi, Mississippi. When a theft is committed in Vietnam during the war, the parties involved go their separate ways and think that they will never see the other again. Until one fateful day when they run into each other decades later in Biloxi, Mississippi. Things start to unravel as one man dies and the other is forced to face the consequences of his past actions. A beautiful and haunting tale of war, greed, and the consequences of bad choices.

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Megan Conley

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novel was the perfect combination of romance, historical fiction, and time-travel. I was pleasantly surprised at how well Fogg was able to meld these three genres together without any of them overpowering the others. We follow Erin, our main character, as she navigates through the twists and turns of World War II France and her attraction to Arick. Fogg’s ability to maneuver her audience through the ins and outs of the past and present all while maintaining the intricacies of a historical fiction is absolutely amazing. Her character and plot development is astounding and her descriptions are stunningly vivid and eloquent. This was definitely a read I didn’t know I was looking for. I highly recommend this novel! I’m looking forward to reading another one of Janet Fogg’s books.

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Trish Ann

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The narrative of this book was engaging and felt different than others I’ve read in this genre. I enjoyed the characters in the book. The piano and music aspect was a highlight for me. The time transport of the main character was creative as well. I would read more by this author.

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