I recently finished reading Diamonds on the Nile by Jude Randazzo. I won this book in a Goodreads Giveaway a few months ago. It wasn’t quite the book I’d expected, so I was disappointed. The Basic Premise In 1979, Tess Kincaid goes on vacation to Egypt with her parents and her boyfriend, Eddie. Through a…… Continue reading Diamonds on the Nile: Accidently Stolen Diamonds (3.5 Stars)
Category: Goodreads Giveaways
Refugee on a Pendulum: Confused What Happened (2 Stars)
Several months ago, I won Refugee on a Pendulum by Jemil Metti in a Goodreads Giveaway. Because it was a Goodreads Giveaway win, I am leaving a review. Otherwise, I probably wouldn’t have bothered because this book left me feeling very confused. The Plot As I Understand It As I mentioned before, I was left…… Continue reading Refugee on a Pendulum: Confused What Happened (2 Stars)
The Paris Housekeeper: World War II Women (4.5 Stars)
I recently finished reading The Paris Housekeeper by Renee Ryan. This book was published late last year. I won it in a Goodreads Giveaway. It’s the story of three women living in Paris when the Germans first invaded France during World War II. Introducing the Women This book follows the stories of three women in…… Continue reading The Paris Housekeeper: World War II Women (4.5 Stars)
I’ll Remember You: Quick World War II Marriage (3 Stars)
In September, I won I’ll Remember You by Deborah Packer in a Goodreads Giveaway. While fictionalized, this book is based on the true story of the author’s parents’ quick marriage. Basic Plot Bobbie and Murray meet while she’s vacationing in Florida. He was stationed there before heading to Europe during World War II. Bobbie and…… Continue reading I’ll Remember You: Quick World War II Marriage (3 Stars)
Murder at the Serpentine Bridge: Regency Mystery (4 Stars)
Yesterday, I finished reading Murder at the Serpentine Bridge by Andrea. I won this in a Goodreads Giveaway back in August. This is a Regency murder mystery book. It’s also the sixth book in a series. I haven’t read the previous books in the series, and I think that made a difference in my reading…… Continue reading Murder at the Serpentine Bridge: Regency Mystery (4 Stars)
The Quest for Family: Overcoming the Odds (3 Stars)
Earlier this year, I won The Quest for Family: Beauty from Ashes, by Jessica Clancy in a Goodreads Giveaway. This is the author’s true story of overcoming childhood abuse to become a productive member of society as an adult. Understanding Me As a Reader First, in no way is my 3-star rating a reflection on…… Continue reading The Quest for Family: Overcoming the Odds (3 Stars)
Casalvento: House of the Wind- Italian Vineyard Inheritance (4.5 Stars)
Recently, I finished reading Casalvento: House of the Wind by Gudron Cuillo. This book is about Erika Germoglio, who lives in New York City. Just as things in her life really feel like they are falling into place, she learns that she’s inherited an Italian vineyard. Before long, her whole life is turned upside-down. What…… Continue reading Casalvento: House of the Wind- Italian Vineyard Inheritance (4.5 Stars)
How to Win a Goodreads Giveaway: Tips and Hints
In the last four and a half months, I’ve won thirteen Goodreads Giveaways. I’ve had people ask me how they can win a Goodreads Giveaway. While I wouldn’t say that I’m an expert, there are several things that I think have helped me to be successful. Of course, some of these tips may or may…… Continue reading How to Win a Goodreads Giveaway: Tips and Hints
The Ex-Mas Holidays: Eight Years of Misunderstanding (4 Stars)
After winning it in a Goodreads Giveaway last month, I recently finished reading The Ex-Mas Holidays by Zoe Allison. The book came out on September 26th. It takes place in Scotland, clearly during the winter since they are skiing. Yet, I wouldn’t say that it really feels like a Christmas novel. It is a second-chance…… Continue reading The Ex-Mas Holidays: Eight Years of Misunderstanding (4 Stars)
Distilling Lies: Small Town Secrets (4.5 Stars)
In July, I won a Kindle copy of Distilling Lies by Carolyn Dennis-Willingham. I finished reading it a few days ago. This book, which I got through a Goodreads Giveaway, came out in May. The story takes place in Texas during the time of Prohibition. The Basic Plot Distilling Lies has kind of a slow…… Continue reading Distilling Lies: Small Town Secrets (4.5 Stars)