Close your news feed. Tuck your social media aside for a while. It's time to curl up with a romantic getaway to St. Andrews, Scotland. It's okay. They'll all still be there when you get back. Reading Adrian and Derry's story, I felt transported. Yes, of course, I took care of my daily obligations, but... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Banished Bride by Andrea Pickens
You know those books you put down for a bit, but the story and characters call you back? That's how The Banished Bride was for me! You see, I picked up one of those yucky winter viruses. You know, the ones that wipe you out and boggle your concentration? Yet, this lovely story kept calling... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Elven Council in Ashes by K.J. Dawson
Elven Council in Ashes is a perfect sequel to Elven House of Ivy. With surprises around every corner, this fast-paced page-turner grabbed me from the start. So much so that when I began reading it (at bedtime, of course), I thought the first chapter was strangely long….only to realize I was four chapters in and... Continue Reading →
Book Review: A Perfect Match by Kimberly Cates
A free-spirited pet shop owner, a by-the-book cop, two adorable kids, and a big, lovable, mayhem-causing dog…I knew there was no chance of putting this book down, even with gifts to wrap and tuck under the tree! Oh, and I was so right! A Perfect Match is a great story with down-to-earth characters and a... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Magic of Moonlight by Tracy Brogan
Maybe it's the weather or the holiday season that's finally upon us, but I cannot help but compare Magic of Moonlight to a freshly made cup of hot chocolate. Not just any hot chocolate, either, but one swirled with caramel-like prose and laced with humor like little marshmallows floating in the mug. Alex and Trudy's... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Rake’s Convenient Bride by Madeline Martin
I love this author's writing style so much that I picked up this book without paying attention to the fact that it was the second in a series, figuring I'd enjoy this one. I was right! The Rake's Convenient Bride stands wonderfully on its own. Elizabeth and Jasper's story grabbed my attention from the start... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Marry Me Marquess by Misty Urban
Intelligently written, Marry Me, Marquess is a wonderful tale that kept me engaged from start to finish. It is filled with deep emotion and detailed information about the main characters' first loves—his is antiquarianism, and hers is botany. I tend to expect to be frustrated with the story based on a fake relationship. Instead, my... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Charlie N. Holmberg’s Book of Magic by Charlie N. Holmberg
As one of the many people on this planet who have a book stuck in their head but can't seem to get it off the ground, I found this book inspirational. While reading along, just for enjoyment, new ideas for my main character popped into my head, and new thoughts on their journey began to... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Laird of Lies by Willa Blair
This is the first book I have read in the "His Highland Heart" series. Did it matter that it was book five? Not at all! This wonderful book stands alone well without the need to have read the first four. I loved Mariota and Stellan's story so much that I plan to read its predecessors... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Arise the Queen by Tanya Anne Crosby
Intelligently written and thoroughly engaging, Arise the Queen is the perfect ending to a beautifully crafted series. I have loved following Gwendolyn's story through every trial and challenge she's faced, every triumph, and every warm-hearted moment. I can still close my eyes and picture a myriad of people, places, and events. This well-crafted series introduces a powerful... Continue Reading →