Mermaid Inn by Jenny Holiday Oh, Mermaid Inn by Jenny Holiday is SO much fun! I sure do love a small-town setting. Throw in a second chance romance & you’ve got me hook, line & sinker. Things I Loved Matchmaker Bay is a believable small town with relatable issues. Everyone knows your business & just…
Melissa Ann
The Woman in the Park
Wow! The Woman in the Park feels like an episode of The Twilight Zone. As I turn the pages, I’m questioning EVERYTHING. I’m not sure what’s real. my advice, hang on & go for the ride! Things I Liked Lots of twists & turns that keep me guessing. A few red herrings along the way…
Street of Storytellers by Doug Wilhelm
If all history books were written like Streets of Storytellers by Doug Wilhelm, everyone would have a lot more knowledge. This book takes me on a journey in the Middle East. I’m easily able to connect to the characters as I’m transported halfway across the world. What’s this Book About? The history of Pakistan, Afghanistan…
This is Not How it Ends by Rochelle B Weinstein
This is Not How it Ends by Rochelle B Weinstein is a love story. Immediately, the narrative sucks you in. Just try to put this book down! At one point, you think Rochelle lays all her cards on the table. The story is settled & I think I’ve got it all figured out. But, This…
Bedside Manners by Heather Frimmer
Anyone who is a mother or a daughter will enjoy & connect with Bedside Manners by Heather Frimmer. I found this book to be touching, memorable, emotional & incredibly well written. Bedside Manners is a dual narrative tale that works very well. Early on, readers learn of the mother’s cancer diagnosis. Simultaneously, the daughter is…
The Write Escape by Charish Reid
If you’re looking for a romantic tale that centers around a strong, hard-working female protagonist, look no further. The Write Escape by Charish Reid is a wonderful story about love, perseverance & following one’s heart. Also, love the fact that it is set in Ireland! Finding One’s Way At the moment, Antonia is a bit…
Her Secret Son by Hannah Mary McKinnon
The Secret Son by Hannah Mary McKinnon is an emotional ride & I can’t put it down. I really liked seeing the characters develop. Josh is left to care for his longtime partner (Grace’s) child. Josh goes through a huge arc of emotions: anger, grief & resentment as he tries to uncover the truth about…
Summer on Moonlight Bay by Hope Ramsay
Summer on Moonlight Bay by Hope Ramsay is a wonderfully written tale rich with memorable characters. A while back, I read the first book in Hope Ramsay’s Moonlight series The Cottage on Rose Lane. One thing I love about Hope is her character development is amazing. Effortlessly, Hope is able to create characters that are…
Book Review: A Shattered Lens by Layton Green
Book Review: A Shattered Lens by Layton Green The lowdown on Goodreads Publication Date July 16th, 2019 A detective investigates the murder of a teenage golden boy that has rocked a small town–and the chief suspect is the victim’s mother. Annalise Stephens Blue is a Creekville high school student with plans to become a world-famous…
Book Review: Mistress of the Ritz by Melanie Benjamin
Book Review: Mistress of the Ritz by Melanie Benjamin The lowdown from Goodreads Publication Date May 21st 2019 Nothing bad can happen at the Ritz; inside its gilded walls every woman looks beautiful, every man appears witty. Favored guests like Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Coco Chanel, and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor walk through…
