Dan is a journalist interviewing the last living WWII vet. At 112, Owen is a character, he tells engaging stories, and he knows how to laugh. As we follow Owen’s life not just during the war but before and after, we find ourselves drawn into this highly engaging read that carries some moving themes. Being… Continue reading The Last Word, Ron Miner
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White Fox, Sara Faring
The sister’s aunt has finally allowed them to return home after the death of their father. One of them believes their mother is still alive, and one of them has told herself stories to accept her disappearance ten years ago. Both of them have questions that need answering on their return, but they might not… Continue reading White Fox, Sara Faring
Tools of Engagement, Tessa Bailey
Bethany wants to strike out on her own when it comes to renovating and staging houses. When she announces so to her brother, his top worker, Wes, jumps ship to help her out. He hasn’t spent the past few months watching her from afar for nothing. But when things take a turn and they find… Continue reading Tools of Engagement, Tessa Bailey
Beauty and the Bassist, Megan Walker & Janci Patterson
Rockstar Shane is emotionally healing from an accident in which his best friend, JT, died. The admitted playboy is seeing ghosts, and he’s feeling pretty broken. He gets roped into being the emcee for a beauty pageant where he meets the coordinator, Allison. Showing up late doesn’t help his case. Allison knew his type before… Continue reading Beauty and the Bassist, Megan Walker & Janci Patterson
Crush (Rebel Academy), Rosemary Johns
“...monsters deserved love too.” You need to start at book 1 with this reverse harem, Rebel Academy, where no one comes out a winner; if they come out at all. Here, the Immortals have won the Rebel Cup. But the win comes with a price. Of course, it does. This isn’t your typical reform school.… Continue reading Crush (Rebel Academy), Rosemary Johns
Throwaway Girls, Andrea Contos
“... sometimes the devil you know is the lesser threat.” Caroline’s best friend is missing, and while she’s mourning the loss of her girlfriend, Willa, finding Madison is the priority. The more she delves into what’s going on, the higher the danger. Too many people are keeping secrets, and Caroline doesn’t have a lot of… Continue reading Throwaway Girls, Andrea Contos
Her Bad Idea, Sagan Morrow
Scarlett has been hung up on Wes for far too long. Now she has the opportunity to put her business to rights with the help of a very delicious looking man. The problem is both of them have their walls, and they get defensive around the other. They can’t see past their preconceived notions and… Continue reading Her Bad Idea, Sagan Morrow
Sunday Favorites
I was thinking about doing a post with my top 5 favorite reads, but 5th position would have 2 books, but they're by the same author. So I figure, I can cheat, it's my blog after all, so I can make the rules. But also, I have fav YA reads, and Children's reads, and the… Continue reading Sunday Favorites
Folly, Laurie R. King
This was my first ARC. I received it in 2001 when you gave your feedback directly to the publisher. It is my most favorite book. It came at a time when I was newly diagnosed with PTSD after 5 years of wandering lost with no diagnosis. King gave me Rae, a woman who was so… Continue reading Folly, Laurie R. King
The Once and Future Witches, Alix E. Harrow
The Once and Future Witches is built on and around nursery rhymes, which are anything but. The year is 1893, and as The Eastwood sisters come together again after a long separation, they find the strength they didn’t have growing up. Suffragettes with a twist, how perfect! I feel like some reviewers are over reviewing… Continue reading The Once and Future Witches, Alix E. Harrow
