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: Modern Fairytale by Dana Gricken
If you're looking for a distraction from everyday life, this story may be just what you need! You may have to suspend your disbelief in a few spots, as I did, but Esme's tale has enough twists and turns to keep the reader's attention. Modern Fairytale takes a spoiled princess from a magical realm and... 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 →
Book Review: The Wedding Dress by Kimberly Cates
I love the symbolism of this title, The Wedding Dress. Please don't ask me what it is; I'm not one for spoilers...but it follows the same idea as the first two books in this series, Picket Fence, and The Hope Chest. And while this is the third in a series, it stands beautifully on its own.... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Hope Chest by Kimberly Cates
I don't like to read contemporary fiction, especially ones written as beautifully as this one. You know the ones: They tug at your heartstrings, pulling them like old-fashioned taffy you can watch from outside a store window. Then, just as you're sure those strings will snap apart, they start to warm and become stronger than... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Second Chance by Jaclyn Reding
Let me start by saying I have turned into a big fan of this author's work. While I rarely read contemporary Romances, I could not resist this one. It's a sequel to The Secret Gift, and although both were published once before (a number of years ago), they are new to me, and I am... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Secret Gift by Jaclyn Reding
I love it when books cause me to picture scenes in them days after I finish them. Beautifully written, The Secret Gift is one of those books! I found it thoroughly engrossing and devoured it quickly. Days later, images from the story popped into my head randomly and made me smile. I did, however, have... Continue Reading →
Book Review: A Touch of Magic by Rita Boucher
When I read the description of this book, it grabbed my attention so much that I immediately read the first two in the series. I am so glad I did. Although A Touch of Magic stands well on its own, reading the first two added more depth to an otherwise wonderful story. Ms. Boucher's writing... Continue Reading →