Livin' La Vida Llama ~ A Lighthearted Look at Life Over 60
Need a little seasonal romance to lift your holiday spirits? The Rocking Horse was just that for me! I'm always amazed when a novella can pull me in as deeply as a novel, and this one truly did. With well-developed characters and a heartwarming tale, the story flowed so well that it was almost over before I... Continue Reading →
Thank the gods there will be a fourth book! If you've been following the bouncing Llama when it comes to reviewing this series, you'll already know I'm madly in love with Jacquelyn Benson's work. I devoured Arrow of Fortune with pure delight, a perfect addition to what I thought was going to be a trilogy. I'm... Continue Reading →
Three brave women. Three very different time periods. Each connected by family ties and a wonderful building that served them all. In The Daring Women of New York, Abigail, Lillian, and Pamela's stories are deftly woven together to create a beautiful tale of strength and love. As each chapter ended and another began, I felt... Continue Reading →
What an utterly delicious way to end the Goldenchild series by Tanya Anne Crosby! A Crown So Cursed is a page-turning, stunning conclusion for Gwendolyn and Malik's story. Familiar characters stroll through the pages, bringing comfort, causing mayhem, and more. We won't mention what the unfamiliar ones are up to, you'll just have to see!... Continue Reading →
When I read a book I absolutely love, I find myself comparing it to some of my favorite foods. In the case of Secretary to the Socialite, it is most definitely caramel. You know that soft, creamy, dreamy stuff that tastes so good, you end up letting it slowly dissolve in your mouth instead of chewing... Continue Reading →
Oh my. Oh my goodness. Thank heaven there were no Jedi around to tell me, "This is not the book you're looking for, move along," when I realized this story was written in first person. Except it wasn't. Town of Shadows was the book I didn't know I was looking for. Thank goodness. Without boring... Continue Reading →
What a perfect blend of romance and intrigue this was! Intelligently crafted, I found myself captivated as Melisende and Philip's story built steadily and powerfully. Each chapter added more depth to the characters and complexity to the plot. Like a fine wine or a full-bodied coffee, My Lady Melisende is a story to be savored.... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
One Crafty Llama 