Sonya MacTavish is preparing for the grand wedding her fiancé, Brandon, wants—though it’s the opposite of her dream for something small and intimate. Constantly giving in to his desires, from a modern house to wedding plans, Sonya’s breaking point comes when she finds him cheating with her cousin. She calls off the wedding, leaves her…
A Classy Affair in the Country by Margaret Amatt | Book Review
Ophelia Chattan-Blythe is the epitome of high society, but when she’s called back to her family’s crumbling estate, she’s faced with her father and stepmother’s outdated plan to save it—marrying her off to a wealthy suitor. Determined to find her own way, Ophelia starts restoring the estate’s old buildings into rental properties and meets Brann…
One Winter at the French Chalet by Mandy Baggot | Book Review
Orla Bradbee, a travel writer, is sent to the remote village of Saint-Chambery, France, just before Christmas to cover a story about a pregnant reindeer and a mute man. The timing couldn’t be worse! Her parents are going through a rough patch and her younger sister, Erin, is in a relationship with someone the family…
Anyone But The Superstar by Sara L. Hudson | Book Review
Elizabeth is the youngest of the Moore dynasty but that all changed when she learned the truth of herself a year ago. Now she is Anne and trying to distance herself from her society family. Working as an intern on a movie set at NASA she meets Hollywood star, Felix. Felix has his own set…
Sisters of the Resistance by Jina Bacarr | Book Review
This is book two of the story of the Daisy Sisters suffered greatly at the hands of a SS Nazi officer. These sisters spent two years living very different lives with one working as a double agent and the other with the Resistance. I could not imagine going through the things they each went through….
Not Your Child by Sheila Norton | Book Review
This emotional story follows Gemma, who is grappling with the reality of becoming a single mom after her partner suddenly leaves with no way to contact him. While trying to adjust to her new life, Gemma meets Crystal, a colleague who offers comfort and support. Crystal quickly becomes a significant part of Gemma’s home life,…
The Child I Long For by Caroline Finnerty | Book Review
We first meet sister Emily and Karen at their mother’s funeral where Emily is left feeling pushed to the side somewhat. Everyone seems to want to share their thoughts and give comfort to Karen. The sisters were once close but Emily has spent the past nine years living in New Zealand. In the years she…
Falling For Provence by Alison Roberts | Book Review
Alison Roberts’ novel provides a heartwarming and enjoyable escape, with characters that feel real and relatable. The story centers on the Gilchrist sisters—Laura, Fiona, and Ellie—who inherit a neglected stone house in Provence from their estranged uncle. Laura, a practical estate agent, sees the potential for a profitable renovation, while Ellie, still mourning the loss…
Doris Flies Solo by M W Arnold | Book Review
Doris Flies Solo is the sixth book in the Broken Wings series, which follows the Air Transport Auxiliary. This was my first read in the series and once I got into the story, it was enjoyable. I will admit that it would have been better if I had read the previous books to get more…
A New Dawn in Pelican Crossing by Maggie Christensen | Book Review
Gill Dickson is a great lawyer but her ex is causing problems with the divorce. We have all heard and read how nasty divorces are. It is easy to understand why Gill has sworn off men. Add in that she is estranged from her daughter then you can see why work and romance is her…
