The Second Edition of The Beauty Doctor by Elizabeth Hutchinson Bernard, will come out on January 4, 2024. I was able to read an ARC of this book. This historical fiction novel takes place in the early 1900s. It deals with an assortment of ethical issues. What You Should Know This was not the book…… Continue reading The Beauty Doctor: Full of Ethical Issues (4.5 Stars)
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Finding Baby Holly: A Cult and An Adoption (4.5 Stars)
Finding Baby Holly: Lost to a Cult, Surviving My Parents’ Murders, and Saved by Prayer was written by Holly Marie (AKA Baby Holly) with help from Cindy and David Lambert. This book was published last month, and I just finished reading it. Despite giving it 4.5 stars, I have included it on my “well-worth reading”…… Continue reading Finding Baby Holly: A Cult and An Adoption (4.5 Stars)
Once Upon a Time in Millsbury: Neighbors Love (4 Stars)
Once Upon a Time in Millsbury by Iris Lim is a Regency novel, which will be published on December 15th. I got the chance to read an ARC of this book. This is the story of neighbors, who were practically like family, falling in love and marrying. I don’t think I’m ruining the book by…… Continue reading Once Upon a Time in Millsbury: Neighbors Love (4 Stars)
Wishing for the Girl…: Hurt by Toxic Relationships (4.5 Stars)
Wishing for the Girl Next Door is the third book in the Piney Brooks Wishes series by Tia Marlee. I read the previous two books, Sweet Summertime Wishes and Love on the Brain, earlier this year. In this book, our two main characters, Evan and Karlee, are recovering from past toxic relationships. Karlee’s ended when…… Continue reading Wishing for the Girl…: Hurt by Toxic Relationships (4.5 Stars)
Tell Me Another Lie: A Stalker, Flowers, and Messages (4 Stars)
Tell Me Another Lie by K. T. Raine, came out recently. In this book, Belle is a massage therapist who has recently moved back to the small town of Huckleberry Ridge, Idaho. Early on in the book, she starts getting flowers and messages from a secret admirer. The messages and presents soon take on a…… Continue reading Tell Me Another Lie: A Stalker, Flowers, and Messages (4 Stars)
The Last Caretaker: With Unexpected Job Tasks (5 Stars)
I recently finished reading my November First Reads book, The Last Caretaker by Jessica Strawser. After her recent divorce, Katie needs a new start. When her best friend, Bess, suggests a position as a caretaker of a nature reserve, Katie jumps at the chance, even though she’s not really a nature person. Katie soon discovers…… Continue reading The Last Caretaker: With Unexpected Job Tasks (5 Stars)
Saving Madonna: Artwork and World War II (4 Stars)
I recently finished reading Saving Madonna by Kate Bristow. This book, which will come out on November 2, is a World War II novel set in Italy. It is based on the true story of a small Italian town’s quest to save artwork during World War II. My Feelings This book for me is hard…… Continue reading Saving Madonna: Artwork and World War II (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)
The Palisades: Who’s the Most Delusional? (4.5 Stars)
I recently finished reading an ARC of The Palisades by Gail Lynn Hanson. This book will be available on Kindle on October 24. I’m not sure when the paperback version will be released. There are two main characters, Dorothy and Ruth. Both are a bit delusional. Dorothy, who grew up in the Midwest, moved to…… Continue reading The Palisades: Who’s the Most Delusional? (4.5 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)