Category Archives: Reviews

Review: Sworn to Silence by Linda Castillo

I read this book in one gulp. There is something oddly haunting about it, and the dark, cold landscape adds to it. Katie Burkholder was raised Amish, but decided not to stay in the Amish way of life. Now she’s … Continue reading

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Review: The Male Brain by Louann Brizendine, M.D.

In the Introduction, Louann Brizendine, the NY Times bestselling writer of The Female Brain, said as she “considered writing The Male Brain, nearly everyone I consulted made the same joke: ‘That will be a short book! Maybe a pamphlet.’” Oddly, … Continue reading

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Book Review: The Girl Who Chased The Moon by Sarah Addison Allen

As a fan of Garden Spells, and Sugar Queen, Sarah’s latest is a beautifully woven story of finding one’s way. The North Carolina town of Mullaby holds a curiosity for Emily Benedict. Since her mom passed away, unanswered questions bring … Continue reading

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Review – A Web of Lies

By: Jennifer Estep ISBN: 978-1-4391-4799-3 Publisher: Pocket Books Since her foster father and mentor, Fletcher Lane, was killed, Gin Blanco became the owner of the Pork Pit, a BBQ joint in the rougher part of town. The evening didn’t start … Continue reading

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Book Review: The Postmistress by Sarah Blake

I was pleasantly surprised when I read this on the cover… “A beautifully written, thought-provoking novel that I’m telling everyone I know to read.” ~Kathryn Stockett, author of The Help. Well, y’all know how I feel about The Help, so … Continue reading

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Review: Eternal Hunter by Cynthia Eden

In her second week at her new job, Assistant DA Erin Jerome recognizes that Cajun bounty hunter Jude Donovan is a shifter — and she’s shocked when he recognizes her scent too. But he still doesn’t know what she really … Continue reading

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Review – First Drop of Crimson

First Drop of Crimson By: Jeaniene Frost ISBN: 978-0-06-158322-3 After the grisly death of her husband, Denise MacGregor, best friend to Cat Crawfield of Frost’s Night Huntress Series, wants nothing to do with the paranormal world. She cuts all ties … Continue reading

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Review: A Cup of Light by Nicole Mones

This book was a sensual pleasure. This second novel by the author of Lost in Translation is a wonderful mix of delighting the senses with art and with love. Lia Frank, a porcelain expert for a high-end auctioneers (think Sothebys), … Continue reading

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Book Review: Saving CeeCee Honeycutt by Beth Hoffman

I loved this debut book! Beth Hoffman’s voice is unique and rings true. She’s the real deal in southern fiction. The adventure begins when twelve-year-old CeCe Honeycutt is rescued by an unknown great aunt, Tootie Caldwell. CeCe’s tiara toting mama … Continue reading

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Review: The Lace Makers of Glenmara

by Heather Barbieri Aspiring fashion designer Kate Robinson is reeling from the betrayal of her boyfriend, the rejections of her designs, and the early death of her beloved mother. Instead of staying with her memories, she goes to Ireland, the … Continue reading

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