Livin' La Vida Llama ~ A Lighthearted Look at Life Over 60
No, this isn't a relationship post. Or is it? I'll let you decide that. That's what the comment section is for. As for me, I firmly believe in Magic. I don't mean the "abracadabra" type, but the Magic of everyday life. I also believe in the Magic of extraordinary day life. Let's focus on that... Continue Reading →
Hang on to your fedora. You're in for a page-turning adventure! Many years ago, I read the first iteration of Empire of Shadows, The Smoke Hunter. So, I had an inkling of what I was getting into when I decided to read this book. Or so I thought. When I started Empire of Shadows, it... Continue Reading →
After finishing the prequel to Charmless (Disenchanted), I was practically pacing waiting for this book to be released. The wait was worth it, and then some! Charmless picks up right after Disenchanted ended and is a perfect sequel. It has everything I love in a fairytale romance: adventure, magic, strong characters, unexpected twists and turns,... Continue Reading →
White Mist is yet another well-crafted story by Jaclyn Reding. As with the first three books in this series, I was drawn in immediately and did not want to leave. This is a book to be savored and perfect for a weekend curled up with your favorite beverage. Be forewarned, though; you'll need snacks around... Continue Reading →
I stepped back in time this afternoon. Dressed in a soft black dress, I sat in the foyer of the Silver Fountain Inn, about to sit down to tea. The Downton Abbey theme song played softly in the background, and I was instantly transported to a time and place so different from our current world.... Continue Reading →
The Cornish Princess by Tanya Ann Crosby is a fabulous read filled with characters and events based in history, and with a perfect twist of magic and folklore.Ms. Crosby crafted this story with an eye for detail, a strong understanding of the human spirit, and an obvious love of Celtic legends.This first book of a... Continue Reading →
Each time that I start one of the Three Tomes Bookshop books, I smile with anticipation of what adventure Jacqueline will have next. As expected, Hexes, Exes, and Codexes was no exception. I won't give any spoilers, but oh, did my heart brighten when a certain book hit the floor. Like Jacqueline, it brought more curiosity... Continue Reading →
Valentine's Day is one of my favorite holidays. Sure, the cynical can say it's commercialized. They can wax poetic about saving trees by not buying cards or focusing on whatever atrocious thing they can share with others in an attempt to rain on the parades of those of us who love the holiday. If you... Continue Reading →
I didn't realize I was missing reading books with magic and intrigue. Luckily, I came across Blade of Hope and immediately lost myself in the Queendom of Thornwilde. Harlow's story grabbed me at the start and did not let go. As other reviewers have noted, there are a few dryish spots, but they weren't dry... Continue Reading →
I am a big fan of Ms. Cambridge's Three Tomes Bookshop series, which is written under the name Colleen Gleason. So, when I learned she was doing a book tour a few months ago and had a stop fairly close to where I live, I jumped at the chance to go. I even brought my... Continue Reading →
