No April Fools’ Joke — this new novel from one of my favorite authors, Lin Stepp will make you smile AND move you to tears. Yet, Eight at the Lake is, as usual, not fluffy chick lit. Rather the book has appeal across genders and age groups. Lin Stepp has done it again. You can… Continue reading Eight at the Lake — Lin Stepp’s April 1 Release
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4 Reasons to Read “Every Star in the Sky”
“Star light, Star bright, First Star I see tonight. I wish I may. I wish I might have the wish I wish tonight.”
Let the Music Begin — Edisto Island — Lin Stepp
Third Time is Charming For a third time, Lin Stepp takes us back to beautiful Edisto Island and the Avery family. Edisto Song features Suki Avery who has become an accomplished concert pianist. She’s come so far since we first met her in Claire at Edisto, shortly after losing her father to a fatal heart… Continue reading Let the Music Begin — Edisto Island — Lin Stepp
The Third Grace — Deb Elkink — Faith-based Romance
You can take the girl out of the country, but when you take the country out of the girl, you’re in trouble! The Third Grace – a delight to read and review! Growing up in rural Nebraska, Mary Grace Klassen loved textiles. Designing and sewing her own clothes came with country living. But for Mary… Continue reading The Third Grace — Deb Elkink — Faith-based Romance
Downsizing — Lin Stepp — New Release
Downsizing — Coming April 1, 2021 DOWNSIZING — Coming in April, 2021, DOWNSIZING is the new Mountain Home book from author Lin Stepp. Mary Pat Latham faces downsizing in multiple facets of her life when her husband Russell announces he’s bored with their marriage and wants a divorce. DOWNSZZING is the story of Mary Pat,… Continue reading Downsizing — Lin Stepp — New Release
The Red Journal — Deb Elkink, author
Family fiction — Home for the heart and for the body! Family fiction reflects readers’ lives. That is the attraction. Many things going on in Libby’s life as she seeks a home fit circumstances in our days. A small, handwritten journal that feels like a moleskin journal holds answers for Libby. When things look dark,… Continue reading The Red Journal — Deb Elkink, author
Murder in Aix-en-Provence
Murder and Broken Hearts in Aix-en-Provence Which is worse? Having a last name like HOOKER, which opens the door to stupid, tiresome jokes. Or getting dumped by her long-term boyfriend? Just as she was mentally shopping for furniture in anticipation of a proposal. Or finding a murdered girl in France? Jules Hooker bounces right into… Continue reading Murder in Aix-en-Provence
Military Mavericks — Leaders Who Didn’t Fit In
The strong men of battle in Military Mavericks fought beyond their flaws to meet their goals. At times split-second decisions turned a battle from defeat to victory. More than once the maverick leader grabbed his weapon and charged. His troops followed him to the victory. Rooney writes biographical sketches of twelve men on all sides… Continue reading Military Mavericks — Leaders Who Didn’t Fit In
Thriller-Romance DOUBLE FORTE, A.P. Lazar, author | 5 Star Page Turner
Thriller-romance novel Double Forte qualifies as a five-star page-turner. Author, Aaron Paul Lazar doubles down on thriller and romance. Musical Life Plays a Dangerous Tune Gus LeGarde, music professor, tells us the story. Deep sorrow at the untimely deaths of his beloved Elsbeth and his father doesn’t ease. He looks for relief in Chopin etudes… Continue reading Thriller-Romance DOUBLE FORTE, A.P. Lazar, author | 5 Star Page Turner
The Madwoman of Preacher’s Cove – Review
The Madwoman of Preacher’s Cove may not be so mad after all. In her silence, the madwoman, Lucie Addams, uses art as her form or communication. She crafts life-like dolls resembling many of the children in Preacher’s Cove. Preacher’s Cove Looks Better in the Eyes of Child Those beautifully crafted dolls hold significance to the… Continue reading The Madwoman of Preacher’s Cove – Review