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  • Book ReviewsHistorical Fiction

    Review: The Painted Castle

    by Becky October 25, 2019
    by Becky October 25, 2019

    Story: The final book in Kristy Cambron’s Lost Castle trilogy centers around a painting of Queen Victoria. In The Painted Castle, Keira Foley – sister to Quinn and Cormac of The Lost Castle and Castle on the Rise – is asked to authenticate a rare painting …

  • Book ReviewsHistorical Fiction

    Review: Castle on the Rise

    by Becky April 25, 2019
    by Becky April 25, 2019

    Story: As the second title in author Kristy Cambron‘s Lost Castle Novel series, Castle on the Rise follows a similar construction to its predecessor, The Lost Castle. Three strong women are connected over generations by the ruins of a castle on the …

  • Chick LitHistorical FictionLiving Life Bookishly

    Review: Map of the Heart

    by Joli February 19, 2019
    by Joli February 19, 2019

    Every so often, I come across a romantic/women’s fiction read that I really like. I often find them too corny/frilly/predictable, but this one really was none of the above! This is my third review for Susan Wiggs, and definitely my …

  • Book ReviewsFiction

    Review: On the Same Page

    by Becky January 16, 2019
    by Becky January 16, 2019

    Story: Joanna Howes is called to return home to Martha’s Vineyard to play nurse for her injured uncle. A set back during recovery has Joanna facing months of care taking instead of weeks, and turns her entire world upside down. …

  • Book ReviewsHistorical FictionRomance

    Review: Tiffany Blues

    by Becky August 20, 2018
    by Becky August 20, 2018

    Story: Tiffany Blues by M. J. Rose is a haunting historical novel that centers around Jenny Bell, an aspiring artist with a mysterious past. When Jenny is selected to participate in a highly competitive creative retreat at the elaborate mansion …

  • Book ReviewsChick LitRomance

    Review: Between You and Me

    by Joli June 26, 2018
    by Joli June 26, 2018

    First of all, I have to say happy release day to Susan Wiggs! Between You and Me is out today, and lucky me, it’s touring LQ today! Susan Wiggs is a best-selling romance author with over 40 published novels. I …

  • Book ReviewsHistorical Fiction

    Review: Boardwalk Summer

    by Becky June 22, 2018
    by Becky June 22, 2018

    Story: The Santa Cruz boardwalk plays host to generations of stories, uniting families through fond memories and social activities. Mari Cruz is a third generation resident raising her daughter to appreciate the beauty and significance of the boardwalk. As a …

  • Book ReviewsChick LitRomance

    Guest Review: A Wedding at Two Love Lane

    by Joli May 16, 2018
    by Joli May 16, 2018

    The following is a book review from a guest: Rhonda Ray. Bio at the bottom! When my brain is filled with too much of the day-to-day grind or the seriousness of life, I love a good romance, not the bodice-ripping …

  • Book ReviewsLiterary Fiction

    Review: I’ll Be Your Blue Sky

    by Becky March 19, 2018
    by Becky March 19, 2018

    Story: I’ll Be Your Blue Sky is a story about Clare and Edith. Connected through a single conversation, Edith gives Clare the confidence to leave her stifling fiancรฉ on their wedding day. Shortly after, Clare learns of Edith’s death when …

  • Book ReviewsHistorical FictionRomance

    Review: The Lost Castle

    by Becky February 6, 2018
    by Becky February 6, 2018

    Story:ย The Lost Castle by Kristy Cambron is the tale of one castle’s impact on three women from very different generations. From the French Revolution we meet Aveline who is set to marry and become duchess of the castle until the …

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