The Christmas Bride Wore Boots

The Christmas Bride Wore Boots by Terri Weldon My rating: 4 of 5 stars If you’re looking for a feel-good, Hallmark-ish contemporary romance Christmas story, this is a good one. Nothing complex or complicated, just a bit of Christmas cheer. Molly Kincaid is the tomboy grown to veterinarian of the town. Jacob Thompson is theContinue reading “The Christmas Bride Wore Boots”

The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill

The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill by Julie Klassen My rating: 5 of 5 stars I love this type of historical. It’s not romance, although there is some romance in it. It’s a much broader and richer story than you can get in a romance novel. This is more like a PBS period drama. Think DowntonContinue reading “The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill”

Legacy of Love

Legacy of Love by Christine Johnson My rating: 4 of 5 stars Another cozy romance with characters who will warm your heart from Christine Johnson. Set in the same era as Downton Abbey, her stories take you back to a time more simple – or was it? A touch of suspense keeps you guessing untilContinue reading “Legacy of Love”

The Dreaded Thomas Family Christmas Web Page

It’s that time of year again! But the good news is: We were exceptionally boring this year! Yeah! You won’t have to wallow through too much of this drivel to be able to say you survived until the end.  🙂 January and February: It snowed. But the good part was, it snowed at least onceContinue reading “The Dreaded Thomas Family Christmas Web Page”

Suitor by Design

Suitor by Design by Christine Johnson My rating: 4 of 5 stars This Love Inspired Historical includes a bit of suspense, making it a fun read all the way around. Minnie Fox wants to marry a “swell,” a guy with money and connections. Even though Peter Simmons loves her, he knows she’ll never settle forContinue reading “Suitor by Design”