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 thought beach vacations were all sunblock and sandy snacks, think again. In Beach Reads and Deadly Deeds, Allison Brennan serves up a cocktail of coastal charm with a twist of murder. Forget frothy romance because this beach read packs enough intrigue to make your sunscreen sweat. This excerpt introduces a mystery so tangled […]
Bianca Marais has crafted a tale brimming with intrigue, wit, and just the right touch of chaos in A Most Puzzling Murder. Whether you’re drawn to tightly woven mysteries or characters who keep you on your toes, this excerpt delivers a glimpse into a world where every detail matters and no one is quite who […]
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 […]
Enter the whimsical and heartwarming world of Beth Kander’s I Made It Out Of Clay. This enchanting novel weaves together themes of tradition, creativity, and the pursuit of one’s true self, all against the backdrop of a charming small town that will capture your heart. Kander’s masterful storytelling invites readers into a tale of family, […]
Stepping into the pages of Gu Byeong-mo’s Apartment Women is like entering a vibrant tapestry of everyday lives intricately woven with themes of community, resilience, and the quiet strength of women. This remarkable novel offers a window into the heart and soul of apartment living in modern South Korea, bringing to life a chorus of […]
It finally feels like winter here in Northern Illinois, so why not sit down with a book, a hot cup of tea, and a warm blanket? Today I have an excerpt from Emma Cook’s YOU CAN’T HURT ME. Featuring a neuroscientist who works in a laboratory studying pain in humans and a woman he falls […]
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 Jewel of the Blues, Monica Chenault-Kilgore weaves a tale of passion, resilience, and self-discovery set against the rich backdrop of jazz music and the African American experience. The novel takes readers deep into the heart of a vibrant cultural era, where the sounds of the blues are not just music, but a reflection […]
You are cordially invited to a reunion—one that transcends time and memory. The Midnight Brunch Club gathers once more, beckoning its members back to the enigmatic past. In the quiet town of Dunstan, Vermont, secrets linger like shadows among the pines. The life of Jennifer (Jennet) Sherilyn Stark, cut short in 1989, remains a haunting […]
Imagine a garden where stone statues come alive, where Salvador Dalí himself orchestrates a dance between reality and the otherworldly. In the Garden of Monsters by Crystal King reimagines the Persephone and Hades myth. In the aftermath of World War II, Julia, a model, finds herself posing for Dalí as the goddess Persephone. But this […]
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 […]
Happy weekend! I ended this week with a fantastic historical novel set in England during World War II, THE BOOKLOVER’S LIBRARY. Featuring a widow who’s entire life has been books just trying to get by with her daughter when World War II becomes a real threat to Nottingham. Here’s an excerpt and my review is […]
