This is by far my favorite retelling of Cinderella. Although "retelling" may not be quite the right word. This book has so many wonderful twists and turns that I found myself thoroughly enchanted by Ella's story…but it is definitely a tale of its own! Ms. Carroll's writing style captivated me from the start, reeling me... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Art of the Chase by Tracy Brogan
Art of the Chase is utterly charming and a lovely diversion from everyday life. Ms. Brogan's writing style is delightful. This is the first I have read of her work, and I will definitely be reading more! From the moment they met, I knew Chase and Jo's story would be a joy to read. I... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Monkshood, Tea, and Murder by Joni Folger
Oh, my goodness, Joni Folger has turned me into a mystery reader! Sure, I read Nancy Drew as a kid and devoured every Phyllis A. Whitney book I could get my hands on. But, as an adult, I shied away from mysteries. I mean, yes, I've watched a few mystery series and adore Father Brown…but... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Duchess Gamble by Sofie Darling
I just closed The Duchess Gamble and jumped right into this review. I knew if I waited longer it would be harder to write because once I've finished a review, the story is well and truly over. The dialog between Celia and Gabriel, mixed with the feelings they don't say aloud builds perfect tension as... Continue Reading →
Book Review: White Heather by Jaclyn Reding
White Heather is a wonderful, well-crafted tale. Catriona's story is woven deftly with Robert's as we are drawn into their worlds. Each of their stories starts with unrelated, heartbreaking situations. As we get to know them and they get to know each other, we're drawn into mystery and adventure with twists and turns in just... Continue Reading →
Book Review: A Race to Splendor by Ciji Ware
Let me start by saying I loved this book. However, my timing for starting it left something to be desired. This is by no means the fault of the author. I blame my husband. You see just as the sun was setting while we were away for a conference he attended, he declared that the... Continue Reading →
Book Review: A Princess in Plaid by Amy Jarecki
I sit here, smiling, thinking about A Princess in Plaid and how to review it. My mind wanders off to favorite parts of the book that I will not disclose here for fear of spoiling any of it for you. But, that is why I love this book. It makes my mind wander, and linger... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Safety of Strangers by Ciji Ware
When you want to get lost in a novel. When you want a strong female lead. When you want a book so well written that when you put it down it stays with you and you can't wait until you can pick it up again. This is one of those novels. Ciji Ware has crafted... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Flora Flowerdew and the Purloined Papers by Amanda McCabe
I fell in love with Flora Flowerdew in the first book: Flora Flowerdew and Mystery of the Duke's Diamonds. So, of course, I absolutely had to read Flora Flowerdew and the Mystery of the Purloined Papers as soon as I could get my hands on it. I was right. A wonderful Novella, it is light,... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Adventurer by Jaclyn Reding
Reading The Adventurer by Jaclyn Reding reminded me of the days when I used to do counted cross-stitch. Hear me out. At the start of a cross stitch project, most people start in the very center of the canvas. This story starts with the heroine, Isabella, at the center of the story. As the cross-stitcher... Continue Reading →