5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Things start out sweet and simple....a special Mother's Day tea and Bailey King's mother is in town for the tea. Bailey just h5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Things start out sweet and simple....a special Mother's Day tea and Bailey King's mother is in town for the tea. Bailey just happens to run the local candy shop along with her Amish grandmother, and is providing the yummy sweets for the tea. But Bailey has a penchant for attracting crime! Why would this occasion be any different? Bailey is also known for helping to solve the crimes, much to her Deputy boyfriend's chagrin. This is a sweet mystery that is sure to fill some fun hours for you while you socially distance and wonder what to do with your time during this pandemic. You can try to solve the crime, along with Bailey and the Deputy assigned to the detail. Do you think you're up for the task? I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and Kensington Books. All opinions expressed are my own.
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5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Things start out sweet and simple....a special Mother's Day tea and Bailey King's mother is in town for the tea. Bailey just happens to run the local candy shop along with her Amish grandmother, and is providing the yummy sweets for the tea. But Bailey has a penchant for attracting crime! Why would this occasion be any different? Bailey is also known for helping to solve the crimes, much to her Deputy boyfriend's chagrin. This is a sweet mystery that is sure to fill some fun hours for you while you socially distance and wonder what to do with your time during this pandemic. You can try to solve the crime, along with Bailey and the Deputy assigned to the detail. Do you think you're up for the task? I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and Kensington Books. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Hot, sweet, and hard to put down....this book is a quick, fun read. Abandonment has left our heroine, Ryn, afraid to trust men and let them close to hHot, sweet, and hard to put down....this book is a quick, fun read. Abandonment has left our heroine, Ryn, afraid to trust men and let them close to her or her daughter, Roxie. But Slade is totally smitten and he just can't leave Ryn alone. The best bonus is that he and Roxie are instant buddies. Check this one out. It's worth the read. Word of Warning: sexual content. Not appropriate for young readers.
I am rating this novella 4 **** stars. I received a copy of this book from netgalley and Carina Press in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own. I was not required to write a positive review.
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Hot, sweet, and hard to put down....this book is a quick, fun read. Abandonment has left our heroine, Ryn, afraid to trust men and let them close to her or her daughter, Roxie. But Slade is totally smitten and he just can't leave Ryn alone. The best bonus is that he and Roxie are instant buddies. Check this one out. It's worth the read. Word of Warning: sexual content. Not appropriate for young readers.
I am rating this novella 4 **** stars. I received a copy of this book from netgalley and Carina Press in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own. I was not required to write a positive review....more
Well, every time I read one of Nancy Mehl's new books, I declare that it is my favorite book and NOW I have a new favorite boo5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating
Well, every time I read one of Nancy Mehl's new books, I declare that it is my favorite book and NOW I have a new favorite book! Free Fall is magnificient! I honestly finished reading this book in 24 hours and I HAD to take some breaks for the happenings of life and still managed to finish it because I simply HAD TO KNOW WHAT WAS GOING TO HAPPEN! I love the characters: Alex and Logan! I wish they would hurry up and admit they love each other though. LOL
I received a copy of this book from Bethany House and netgalley. All opinions expressed are my own....more
5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating I think this is now my favorite book written by Tarryn Fisher! Rainy is such a likable character and her "disturbing past" is5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating I think this is now my favorite book written by Tarryn Fisher! Rainy is such a likable character and her "disturbing past" is most intriguing. I don't want to give any spoilers on the book, but I will say the book deals with some very relevant current issues. I highly recommend this book to those who likes psychological thrillers. I was given a copy of this book by netgalley and Graydon House. All opinions expressed are my own....more
What a delightful book! I love the way the book switches between the past and the present. It was easy to follow the story as5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating
What a delightful book! I love the way the book switches between the past and the present. It was easy to follow the story as it moves us between the two times in our history. The story covers a tough topic: PTSD among war Veterans. World War I has always held great interest for me and so I particularly enjoyed the "travel to the past" through Leslie Gould's words. The story also covers caregiving of others. These are both timely issues and touch on many hearts in today's world. Many readers will relate to one or both topics. This book held my interest and I could hardly wait til evening when I could finally settle down to read! ...more
5 stars: 5/5 Star Rating Scale I have always been fascinated with RMS Titanic after teaching a study of it for my middle-school English students. It op5 stars: 5/5 Star Rating Scale I have always been fascinated with RMS Titanic after teaching a study of it for my middle-school English students. It opened a whole new world for me. The movie starring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaperio also fueled my interest. Interestingly enough, that movie was factual except for the storyline romance of Jack & Rose. Mrs. Astor and John Jacob Astor IV were indeed on the ship and he did not get to board one of the lifeboats while his wife and unborn baby were saved via lifeboat and the Carpathia. This book was mainly fictional since there is not a great deal of information on Mrs. Astor's experiences before, during or after the voyage of the RMS Titanic. I found the fictional account to be captivating. I have begun my own research on the Astors since reading this book....more
What an incredible book !!! The Quantico Files series book two is even more exciting than book one in the series. Kaely Quinn 5 Stars: 5/5 Star Review
What an incredible book !!! The Quantico Files series book two is even more exciting than book one in the series. Kaely Quinn and Alex are believable and so very likable. Christian suspense novels are among my very favorite. Thank you, Nancy Mehl, for filling my time with suspense in such a wonderful way.
Wow! I'm hooked. This is the first book I've read by Mary Kay Andrews and I'm totally hooked! My heart was achiMY BOOK REVIEW:
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Wow! I'm hooked. This is the first book I've read by Mary Kay Andrews and I'm totally hooked! My heart was aching for Letty and little Maya. The characters were so vivid that I felt as if they were my best friends. Ava, Joe, and even the cranky long-timers at the hotel drew me in and made me feel as though I knew them. I highly recommend this book to readers!
I received a digital copy of this book from netgalley and St. Martin's Press. All opinions are expressed are my own....more
My Book Review: 5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Anne Graham-Lotz has shed so much light on the Holy Spirit for me. I accompanied this book with the study guideMy Book Review: 5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Anne Graham-Lotz has shed so much light on the Holy Spirit for me. I accompanied this book with the study guide and online video series. She uses personal experiences as well as scriptural facts. The novel was scripturually sound. I have such great respect for the author and truly appreciate your expertise on the subject which is so important to Christians. I highly recommend this book. I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and Multnomah. All opinions expressed are my own....more
5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating What a refreshing novel! The illness, lupus, is explored as the main character, Sophie Deiner, has it. I learned a great deal 5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating What a refreshing novel! The illness, lupus, is explored as the main character, Sophie Deiner, has it. I learned a great deal about lupus from the character's life trials with it. I came to greatly admire Sophie for her strength and courage. Facing her parents again after not being on the best of terms with them requires great strength and courage. I really enjoyed the switching back and forth between present day and 1871. I was not familiar with so many details about the Great Chicago Fire and developed a great admiration for Mary as well. I highly recommend this book. While it is the second book in the Plain Patterns series, it can easily be read as a standalone. I received a copy of this book from the author and Bethany House. All opinions expressed are my own....more
5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Wow! Nancy Mehl has really hit a homerun with Night Fall. I love Nancy Mehl's writing and this book is my new favorite novel s5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Wow! Nancy Mehl has really hit a homerun with Night Fall. I love Nancy Mehl's writing and this book is my new favorite novel she has written. This book is totally absorbing. I couldn't get enough of the story. I am a huge fan of shows such as Criminal Minds, and this book totally satisfied my desire to know the amazing, compelling BAU agent as she chases after a serial killer with a time clock ticking. I cannot say enough good things about this book, and I can't wait for the next book in the series. I highly recommend this book! I received a copy of this book from netgalley and the author. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Wow! Amanda Flower is one of my favorite authors, and her writing just gets better and better with each new book I read! With 5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating
Wow! Amanda Flower is one of my favorite authors, and her writing just gets better and better with each new book I read! With Shiloh Bellamy's family farm is danger of going under, and with today's pandemic, it is certainly relatable. As many businesses have been forced to go out of business, I'm sure Shiloh could definitely relate; but unfortunately for Shiloh and her father, murder is added to the mix. Shiloh plans to fight to save the family farm, but now she also has to fight to clear her and her father's name.
I highly recommend this book and can't wait for book #2 in the series to be released....more
I've read one other book in the True Colors series and I have to say that I love this book in the series! Wow! As horrific as 5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating
I've read one other book in the True Colors series and I have to say that I love this book in the series! Wow! As horrific as the story is, the book and story could not be more well-written. The characters were so real and I couldn't help but like Stella and Henry. I was rooting for them to be together and just kept hoping for it, but Stella is on a journey to find help from the awful, nearly constant migraines that she is experiencing in 1912. I can't imagine being so hopeful of treatment and finding that you're in a place of death and abuse.
This book is well worth the read ! Check it out! I don't think you'll be disappointed. This book is based on a true story.
I received a digital copy of this book from netgalley and Barbour Fiction. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Well, this is definitely a different sort of book than I usually read. I was surprised by many things happening in this one! T5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating
Well, this is definitely a different sort of book than I usually read. I was surprised by many things happening in this one! This is a story of a vigilante and a sort of whodunit as well. The Roach, the vigilante gone stale and now paralyzed and living as a hermit and alcoholic, has a copycat. He now seeks to catch the copycat before more innocent people are killed and his name and legend are sullied.
This book does have some strong language in it. The story was quite engaging and definitely kept me on my toes at every turn.
I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and Aethon Books. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Who knew that courting could be a killer? Who knew that matchmaking can get a woman in trouble? Millie and Lois are insisting 5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating
Who knew that courting could be a killer? Who knew that matchmaking can get a woman in trouble? Millie and Lois are insisting on helping the police solve the mystery of Ben's death in the fire at the local flea market, and the sweet, amusing pair of friends just don't heed the warnings along the way. And they don't heed the deputies warnings to let them handle the investigating, leaving it to the professionals.
I loved this mystery and I never did figure out "whodunit" until I read the ending. I love mysteries that leave me guessing.
I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and Kensington Books. All opinions expressed are my own....more
5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Police Chief Jane Hardy returns and this time, the killer is after her own son and this bad ass mama won't take it! He has me5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating Police Chief Jane Hardy returns and this time, the killer is after her own son and this bad ass mama won't take it! He has messed with the wrong person when he goes after Will. She will do anything to get her son to safety. I loved this book and I highly recommend it. I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and Thomas Nelson. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Whew! What a great book. This combines a bit of fantasy with the supernatural. Lexi is such a complex character and I fell in love 5 Stars: 5/5 Rating
Whew! What a great book. This combines a bit of fantasy with the supernatural. Lexi is such a complex character and I fell in love with her character. She is daring and vulnerable and so very secretive. Tom was not such a likable character for me personally. He seemed too obsessive and cold towards his family and friends. I wanted him to open up with them and especially with his children. Enter the Sad Lady....and you meet the supernatural. She will possibly give you nightmares.
Read this one because it is a good one!
I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and HarperCollins. All opinions expressed are my own....more
I am a huge Jodi Picoult fan, but this one just didn't do it for me. There was so much detail of Egypt and the archaeological 3 stars: 3/5 Star Rating
I am a huge Jodi Picoult fan, but this one just didn't do it for me. There was so much detail of Egypt and the archaeological digging that just left me skipping parts as it became too much. I was more interested in the romance and possibilities that Dawn was exploring. There was limited detail on that end. It's definitely worth reading though.
I received a digital version of this book from netgalley and Ballantine Publishing. All opinions expressed are my own....more
What a sweet, fun story to read! Dorcas and Thomas are easy to love! Love is definitely in the air in this book, even though T5 Stars: 5/5 Star Rating
What a sweet, fun story to read! Dorcas and Thomas are easy to love! Love is definitely in the air in this book, even though Thomas and Dorcas seem reluctant to admit it. Dorcas's students see the love and want to help. Will they be successful in their attempts to bring their beloved teacher together with Thomas, or will the chance for marriage be denied?
Read this delightful book to find out!
I received a digital version of this book from netgalley and Berkley Publishing. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Looking for a steadily-paced murder mystery? This is the one. I found this book enjoyable but would have MY BOOK REVIEW: 4 Stars: 4/5 Star Rating Scale
Looking for a steadily-paced murder mystery? This is the one. I found this book enjoyable but would have liked a more exciting one! I found this book moved a bit slowly for my taste.
I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and Thomas & Mercer. All opinions expressed are my own....more
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