The Newcomer

The Newcomer by Suzanne Woods Fisher My rating: 4 of 5 stars The Newcomer picks up right where Anna’s Crossing left off. I highly recommend you read these books in the order they were written. We meet again with Anna Konig, Bairn Bauer, his younger brother Felix, and the rest of the exiled church fromContinue reading “The Newcomer”

Twisted Lies

Twisted Lies by Robin Patchen My rating: 5 of 5 stars Here’s “the rest of the story” on Nate Boyle from book #1, Convenient Lies. (Which is good, because I really, really liked him in that book.) In true Patchen fashion, the story peels back its layers amid intrigue, sometimes gut-wrenching emotion, and danger. AContinue reading “Twisted Lies”

The Mark of the King

The Mark of the King by Jocelyn Green My rating: 5 of 5 stars Could not put it down. Jocelyn Green once again delivers a story that deserves the word “epic” to describe it. Filled with twists and turns, she takes the reader on a roller coaster ride of 18th century New Orleans. She makesContinue reading “The Mark of the King”

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”

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”

A Package Deal

A Package Deal by Robin Patchen My rating: 5 of 5 stars A story that does what Robin Patchen’s stories do best, tug at your heart and wring out every ounce of emotion. The emotional give and take of characters who are bruised by life and bloodied by failures. Powerful stuff! Human stuff. You’ll cheerContinue reading “A Package Deal”

A Primary Decision

A Primary Decision by Kevin Leman My rating: 4 of 5 stars The final book in “The Worthington Destiny” is a good wrap-up to the ongoing sage of siblings Will, Sean, and Sarah Worthington. This one features Sarah, the little sister, who proves she’s so much more than the family’s princess. No spoilers here, butContinue reading “A Primary Decision”

Convenient Lies

Convenient Lies by Robin Patchen My rating: 5 of 5 stars If you like international intrigue with a strong romantic element, this is the book for you. It’s got danger, a handsome hero, a perplexing villain, a body count, and a heroine you’ll be cheering on throughout the book. Reagan McAdams returns to her oldContinue reading “Convenient Lies”