The Enchanted Music Box by Cindy Kirk is a good magical realism story. I don’t like fantasy novels that feel too unrealistic, but this was a good blend of realistic features mixed with magical elements. Quick Plot Description Lorraine is about thirty. She’s a CPA who is dating another CPA, Brent. Lorraine is all about…… Continue reading The Enchanted Music Box: Reevaluating Her Life (4.5 Stars)
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The Ghost of Loon Lake: Cooperate or Destroy? (4 Stars)
I recently finished reading The Ghost of Loon Lake by Rachelle Paige Campbell. This book comes out on July 16th. It’s a book where you’re not quite sure at the end if there are supernatural elements at stake or not. Introduce You to the Story Ten years ago, Ashley took off when she felt like…… Continue reading The Ghost of Loon Lake: Cooperate or Destroy? (4 Stars)
Alpha Bette: One Day, Multiple Points of View (3.5 Stars)
Alpha Bette by Jennifer Manocherian was an interesting read told from multiple points of view. I won this last year in a Goodreads Giveaway. What You Should Know This book takes place in one day. A lot is going on. The story is told from multiple points of view. There’s Bette, Bette’s daughter, Bette’s great-granddaughter,…… Continue reading Alpha Bette: One Day, Multiple Points of View (3.5 Stars)
Scarlet at Crystal River: Ghosts of Children (3.5 Stars)
I recently finished reading Scarlet at Crystal River by Randy Overbeck. I won this book in a Goodreads Giveaway late last year. It is part of a series. Our main character, Darrell, sees ghosts. They reach out to him so he can solve their murders. In this book, Darrell has just gotten married. He’s honeymooning…… Continue reading Scarlet at Crystal River: Ghosts of Children (3.5 Stars)
One Tuesday, Early: Confusing, Odd Alternating Chapters (3 Stars)
I recently read an ARC of One Tuesday, Early by Annalisa Crawford. This book, which comes out on May 14, was odd and confusing at times. If you like paranormal books, you may like it, though. What You Should Know This story is told in alternating chapters. Lexi wakes up one Tuesday, and everyone has…… Continue reading One Tuesday, Early: Confusing, Odd Alternating Chapters (3 Stars)
Finding Cheer: Amnesia, Tulips, and Magic (4.5 Stars)
Finding Cheer by Heather Schneider is the sequel to the Christmas story, Chasing Cheer. This book, which comes out on April 5th, takes place in the fictional city of Emerald Hollow, Oregon. It involves a man who is found unconscious on a trail with amnesia. The only thing he remembers about himself is his name,…… Continue reading Finding Cheer: Amnesia, Tulips, and Magic (4.5 Stars)
The Red Fox Ran: Can He Hide From His Destiny? (3 Stars)
When I was recently offered the chance to read an ARC of The Red Fox Ran by December Knight, I was intrigued. The descriptions that I read for the book were vague but interesting. Ultimately, I have mixed feelings about this book, which will be published on Leap Day next year (February 29, 2024). Basic…… Continue reading The Red Fox Ran: Can He Hide From His Destiny? (3 Stars)
Chasing Cheer: Finding the Secret to Christmas Cheer (4.5 Stars)
If you’re one of those people who keeps Christmas stories for the Christmas season, bookmark this page for later in the year. If, though, you’re open to a good Christmas book now, you’ll likely want to check out Chasing Cheer by Heather Schneider. This book will be published on September 23rd, but I was able…… Continue reading Chasing Cheer: Finding the Secret to Christmas Cheer (4.5 Stars)
The Trespassers: Clean Paranormal Suspense (5 Stars)
Yesterday, I finished reading The Trespassers by Stephanie Black. She is one of my favorite writers. As I mentioned in a previous post, I was very excited to read this book. I did not mention that I was a bit apprehensive. Stephanie Black is great at suspense novels, but this has some paranormal elements. Even…… Continue reading The Trespassers: Clean Paranormal Suspense (5 Stars)