Until recently, I did not like pecans. Being from the South, you can see how that is a problem. Pecans are a currency in the Southern US. Well, after trying candied pecans on a salad recently, I’m a true convert. Reasons You Will Love This Candied Pecans Recipe First, this recipe is so simple. Honestly,…
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American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins
First, this book is EVERYWHERE. I had no idea what it was about until I downloaded the audiobook from Libro.fm. Try to Read American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins with a Group I had the luxury to read this one with a few other ladies. This is a perfect book for book clubs. LOTS of topics…
Follow Me by Kathleen Barber
I am so pumped for Follow Me by Kathleen Barber. Nothing gets me more creeped out than a good old stalking story. I’m for real. Is there anything that is scarier than someone looking in on your personal space? Watching you from afar, collecting information about you, taking pictures, breaking into your house… Obsessions, delusions,…
One Christmas Eve by Shannon Stacey
One Christmas Eve by Shannon Stacey is a delightful & steamy novella. Since I read it on my Kindle. I had no idea it was a shorter read. As soon as I started the book, I was sucked in. A bookstore, small town, cute flirting & enemies to lovers during the holiday season? Can we…
Frankly in Love by David Yoon
Frankly in Love by David Yoon is one of my favorite audiobooks ever. This wonderful story kept me company in my earbuds while I stained a fence for five hours. The narration is excellent. For me, the audio is definitely the way to go. The narration brings a youthful quality to the story I likely…
The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell
The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell is my fourth book by the author. Quickly, Lisa has become my go-to author for suspense. Lisa is able to write these characters that are damaged, yet relatable. The Family Upstairs is no different. Throughout the story, there are definitely some creepy vibes. Also, I love the three timelines….
Snowfall on Cedar Trail by Annie Rains
Snowfall on Cedar Trail by Annie Rains has me heading back to Sweetwater Springs & I can’t wait. A while back I visited Sweetwater Springs (via Annie’s book, Springtime at Hope Cottage) & I still want to live there. A small town, a fudge shop, a great cup of coffee, memorable residents & a place…
Wrapped Up In You by Jill Shalvis
I love a good love story. Wrapped Up In You by Jill Shalvis is part of the Heartbreaker Bay series. While I read this as a stand-alone, I’m excited to read the rest of the series. I was able to get just enough info about other characters that I’m intrigued to get more of their…
A Wedding in December by Sarah Morgan
A Wedding in December by Sarah Morgan is a story centered around family, secrets, love, loss & new beginnings. This is just what I was hoping for. Of course, Sarah Morgan delivers the goods! Last year, I read & loved The Christmas Sisters so much I became a Sarah Morgan Fangirl. She’s able to write…
Pumpkin Cake Bars
Pumpkin gets a bad rap these days. All these negative Nancys saying it’s “basic” & the pumpkin spice craze is just a cash grab. I’m here to tell you, you don’t need this kind of negativity in your life! And neither do I. Even the biggest hater of pumpkin-flavored items (my mom!) loves these Pumpkin…