Community theater murders are most often part of the play. The audience thought murder was a performance. Then, Adam Smith didn’t stand up to take a bow. The killer might have had a perfect crime, except that Miss May and Chelsea were in the audience. They are as hungry for justice as they often are… Continue reading Community Theater Murders — Apple Pies and Tarts Help Solve ‘Em
Category: Book Reviews
Madwoman of Preacher’s Cove — New Release 09/01/20
Do you know any madwomen? There’s an interesting one in Preacher’s Cove, according to Joy Ross Davis‘ upcoming novel The Madwoman of Preacher’s Cove. September 1, 2020 is the release date for the story of Lucy Addams, a young woman horribly disfigured in a fire. The tragedy claimed the lives of her husband and children. … Continue reading Madwoman of Preacher’s Cove — New Release 09/01/20
Political Storms in 20th Century Crimea — Calm Before the Storm
Twentieth century political storms in Crimea loom on the horizon. The class difference between Russian serfs and prosperous German people brought into Russia by Catherine the Great. The ‘serfs’ or everyday Russian people had severe limitations; they were close to slaves. There was no hope for them to prosper. Those limitations weren’t placed on the… Continue reading Political Storms in 20th Century Crimea — Calm Before the Storm
Heart and Home Restoration — Regina Rudd Merrick New Release
Heart Restoration is not the intention as Lisa Reno, interior designer takes on an old house project. Rather, she’s concentrating on planning a HOME restoration. All business, no romance. Things begin to go awry quickly. Her brother, the contractor, falls from a ladder, breaking his leg. A corpse turns up in the creepy cellar or… Continue reading Heart and Home Restoration — Regina Rudd Merrick New Release
Thunder Clouds of War — Calm Before The Storm — Coming August 2020
Thunder Clouds of War Dark clouds and storms of war and unrest are bringing dark clouds to the Crimea. Germans who’ve been brought to Russia generations ago are not welcomed by Russians. The throes of World War I and revolution have the German Mennonite people at the center of a target. Katarina Hildebrandt and her… Continue reading Thunder Clouds of War — Calm Before The Storm — Coming August 2020
Battered Husband with Addictions — The Survivor
Battered husbands with addictions or without them, are among victims of domestic violence. Often the battered spouse is the wife, but not always. The Survivor is the story of one man. After the Battering Just when you think things couldn’t get worse for “Steven” something else goes wrong! If there is a lesson for those… Continue reading Battered Husband with Addictions — The Survivor
In the 1600s, Huguenots Expelled from France
Core Beliefs are Not a New Wrinkle France 1685 — Huguenots people expelled from France. Protestant principals have been tolerated until Louis XIV comes to the throne. Whether for spiritual beliefs or for other gain, King Louis XIV decides that the skilled and prosperous Huguenots will no longer be comfortable in France. My bet is… Continue reading In the 1600s, Huguenots Expelled from France
Christian Suspense and Mischief — Find The Stolen Horse
Christian suspense characters in The Mischief Thief figure “Two wrongs don’t make a right . . . except when they do.” Can a Con Artist Run an Honest Con? Chaney Rose struggles with life every day, even as a con artist. For some quick cash, she tries to reverse her habits. Intent on helping with… Continue reading Christian Suspense and Mischief — Find The Stolen Horse
The Mischief Thief — New Christian Suspense Release
Only in Christian Suspense: “Two wrongs don’t make a right . . . except when they do.” Chaney Rose struggles with life every day, even as a con artist. For some quick cash, she tries to reverse her habits. Intent on helping with recovery of Mischief, a stolen racehorse. In her efforts, she’s apprehended by… Continue reading The Mischief Thief — New Christian Suspense Release
Return to Edisto — Yes, You Can Go Back!
Again, heart ache has brought her back to Edisto. At a tender age, Mary Helen Avery’s mother moved her and sister Suki to Edisto Island for a summer. Uncle Parker, who had experienced their state of grief, offered his quaint beach house to Claire and her daughters. Seeking to bring peace and balance to their… Continue reading Return to Edisto — Yes, You Can Go Back!