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The Scent of Gardenias by Lorraine Haas – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Scent of GardeniasThe Scent of Gardenias by Lorraine Haas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Scent Of Gardenias: A Strong Woman Overcoming Circumstances
By Lorraine Haas
Review By: Susan Ratchford
5 stars

Inspired by her mothers true story, Lorraine Haas takes you on an emotional roller coaster of one Twentieth- Century woman’s battle against society and a life full of misfortune and catastrophe. After escaping a domineering father and losing her husband in the throes of WW2 this single mother has to try and find a way to support her child after having to quit her nursing job. Desperation drives her to a man who takes her situation from bad to worse. Will Margaret be able to live out her dreams and rise above all the heartache she’s had in her life?
This book brought up so many powerful and raw emotions. The fact that it was inspired by a true story made it feel all the more real and made my heart ache even more. It was so well written I was immediately drawn into Margaret’s story and moved by her strength and courage. This story brought me to tears multiple times, it was sad and I loved every second of it. I highly recommend this book!!! I haven’t stopped thinking about it!

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Flame and Crystal Thorns (Fae and Crystal Thorns Book 1) by Kay L. Moody – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Flame and Crystal Thorns (Fae and Crystal Thorns, #1)Flame and Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Flame and Crystal Thorns (Fae and Crystal Thorns Book 1)
By: Kay L. Moody
Review By: Susan Ratchford
5 stars

Flame and Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody tells the story of Chloe, a mortal living in the human world as an apothecary. She is one of the best at her trade not only because of her wonderful skill but because she used to live in Fae, a magical land with unique remedies for illnesses. She is confused when a new sickness strikes her home town and many end up feverish and dying within hours, and the sickness seems to be one of Faerie. Only then does a Fae from her past, Quintus, arrive, needing her to go back to the place she swore to never return. It is only when she finds out that a group of mortals armed with iron have taken the castle and all the Fae inside hostage, including Chloe’s sister Elora, that she agrees to accompany him. Will Chloe and Quintus be able to save all of Faerie or will old memories and feelings get in their way?
This book took me on a wonderful adventure! It was so emotionally gripping I was invested in the fate of every single character both human and Fae! I honestly felt so immersed in Moody’s universe. I felt myself trying to read faster and faster just to find out what happened to Chloe and Quintus. Beautifully Written and such a fun read I can’t wait to read the next book! I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to fall into a delightfully unique story with relatable characters and a fun, fast paced adventure!

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