Glovelets

It’s been a long time since I created one of my original knitting patterns, but this past week, I wanted to knit a pair of gloves without full fingers. There are many patterns for fingerless mitts around the Internet, but I wanted partial fingers for added warmth. Michigan winters are COLD, but I like myContinue reading “Glovelets”

All Manner of Things

All Manner of Things by Susie Finkbeiner My rating: 4 of 5 stars I was given a copy of this book by a friend, so I had no expectations going into it. I haven’t read any books by Susie Finkbeiner before and didn’t even know what genre this was when I opened the cover. (IContinue reading “All Manner of Things”

Lady in the Mist

Lady in the Mist by Laurie Alice Eakes My rating: 4 of 5 stars This book has moldered in my Kindle for years – literally – and I finally opened it. So glad I did! I enjoy stories about midwives, and this one didn’t disappoint. Set shortly after the Revolutionary War, it’s full of angstContinue reading “Lady in the Mist”

Practically Married

Practically Married by Karin Beery My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this book! It’s a modern marriage of convenience story that works because the characters are engaging, practical, and have their personal issues to deal with. Loved the setting of Northern Michigan – of course! – but part of the story was setContinue reading “Practically Married”

Legacy Restored

Legacy Restored by Robin Patchen My rating: 5 of 5 stars Classic Robin Patchen! Plenty of unexpected things happen when an ex-con and an artist team up – accidentally – to bring down a murderer. Loved the characters in this one. He’s broody and temperamental, the quintessential artist. She’s independent and insecure, an interesting combination.Continue reading “Legacy Restored”

The Wood’s Edge

The Wood’s Edge by Lori Benton My rating: 5 of 5 stars I don’t know why it took me so long to read a book by Lori Benton. But I’m glad I finally did! This story is a rich tapestry of the era peopled with characters who will draw you into their world. Benton doesContinue reading “The Wood’s Edge”

Fire by Night

Fire by Night by Lynn Austin My rating: 5 of 5 stars I always enjoy Lynn Austin’s books, so this one was no surprise. It wasn’t her easiest book to get into, it wasn’t that it started slowly, but more that I had a harder time connecting with the main heroine. She wasn’t very likable.Continue reading “Fire by Night”

America’s First Daughter

America’s First Daughter by Stephanie Dray My rating: 4 of 5 stars A very interesting and entertaining story! Based on true history, there is – of course – quite a bit of filling in between the lines of what is known. But the authors did a great job of keeping the story moving through allContinue reading “America’s First Daughter”

The Witness Tree

The Witness Tree by Denise Weimer My rating: 5 of 5 stars A fascinating and engaging story about a historic time and place that isn’t often showcased in fiction. I was captivated by the characters from the very start. The lifestyle of the Moravians is something I knew just a little about. Their interaction withContinue reading “The Witness Tree”

The Cowboys

The Cowboys by Jennifer Uhlarik My rating: 5 of 5 stars What’s better than a book with a handsome cowboy for the hero? A collection of four stories with four handsome cowboy heroes! These stories will tug at your heart and give you a chuckle before leaving you with that satisfied *awww…* ending. Most importantlyContinue reading “The Cowboys”