What if your podcast became the bait in a deadly game? In A Killer Motive, Hannah Mary McKinnon delivers a pulse-pounding thriller that blurs the line between justice and obsession. At the heart of the story is Stella Dixon, a true-crime podcaster haunted by the unsolved disappearance of her brother six years earlier. When a […]
Sometimes a book finds you at just the right moment—quietly, gently, like a bus pulling up when you didn’t even realize you were waiting. The Second Chance Bus Stop by Ally Zetterberg is one of those stories. It’s a tender, emotionally layered novel that explores the intersections of memory, identity, and resilience through characters who […]
If you’re in the mood for a romance that brings the giggles before the goosebumps, Seven Year Itch by Amy Daws hits that sweet spot. This charming slow-burn romcom lures you in with its irresistible humor and relatable heartache before letting the sparks fly—quite literally—in the latter half. Check out the excerpt below and my […]
If you’re in the mood for a fast-paced, twisty mystery that keeps you hooked from start to finish, The Expat Affair is definitely one to pick up. Kimberly Belle delivers an entertaining, suspenseful story that pulls you into a world of secrets, deception, danger, and unexpected surprises. Here’s an excerpt from the book along with […]
Imagine yourself swept away to the lush landscapes and vibrant spirit of Hawaii, where secrets from the past intertwine with the present in a gripping tale of love, loss, and courage. Welcome to the world of The Maui Effect by Sara Ackerman. As a reader who revels in stories that transport you to another place […]
In the last two years, I brought you Natalie Caña’s first two installments in the Vega Family Love Stories, A PROPOSAL THEY CAN’T REFUSE and A DISH BEST SERVED HOT. Now I’m back with an excerpt from her third installment in the Vega Family Love Stories series called SLEEPING WITH THE FRENEMY. I was so eager […]
This week I listened to the latest book from Brenda Novak, THE BANNED BOOKS CLUB. This book is full of small-town gossip, family loyalty being put to the test, and emotional reckonings. Here’s an excerpt and my review is at the end. “Wait…you’re not still running that book club you started in high school, are […]
I switched genres with the books I read this week, going from contemporary, second-chance romance to dark mystery/psychological suspense. Maia Chance’s THE BODY NEXT DOOR was a pretty twisted book to listen to, but I’m glad I spent the time in the dark and rainy Pacific Northwest. Here’s an excerpt; stick around for my review […]
For my next book on HTP Books’ Summer 2024 Blog Tours, I listened to In the Hour of Crows by Dana Elmendorf. This book perfectly blends small-town life with magical realism, and I fell in love with this book and it’s characters within a few minutes of hitting play. PROLOGUE I was born in the […]
For my next book on HTP Books’ Summer 2024 Blog Tours, I listened to Randy Wayne White’s ONE DEADLY EYE. This thriller is a masterful blend of suspense, action, and atmospheric writing, promising a thrilling ride through the heart of the storm. Here’s an excerpt and stick around to the end for my thoughts. 1 […]
Welcome to HTP Books’ Summer 2024 Blog Tours. I’m starting this season with a fascinating historical novel by Kuchenga Shenjé. THE LIBRARY THIEF is her debut novel set in the late 1800s. It features old books, mystery, intrigue, and scandals—what more could a reader ask for? The story starts with a scandal that I thought […]
I really enjoyed Kylie Scott’s END OF STORY so I had zero reservations going into THE LAST DAYS OF LILAH GOODLUCK. With the same down to earth approach to her characters with a bit of magical realism thrown in, she has written a very heartwarming, fun, romantic, and engaging novel. Friday Good Witch Willow is […]
I’ve never read a Robyn Carr book, so I was glad to dive into her latest novel, THE FRIENDSHIP CLUB. Here’s an excerpt from the book and my review of the audiobook follows. ONE “And that’s a wrap,” the director said. “I think I have everything I need. I’ll do some editing and you can […]
