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”

I Won!

  A couple of months ago I posted about being a finalist in two different literary award contests. Well, I’m happy to announce that I WON! the Romance Writers of American – Faith, Hope, and Love Chapter – Reader’s Choice Award in the novella category for In Sheep’s Clothing, part of A Bouquet of BridesContinue reading “I Won!”

The Brightest Hope

The Brightest Hope by Naomi Dawn Musch My rating: 5 of 5 stars I wasn’t sure how the author was going to take the “bad boy” of book #2 and make him the hero of book #3 … but she nailed it! What a great end to this trilogy. Two emotionally wounded people who areContinue reading “The Brightest Hope”

Life is Precious – Start There

My heart breaks for the families who have once again lost loved ones to violence. And it’s angered by those who once again maneuver to gain political points on the backs of those who sorrow.   We need answers as to why these horrific events not only keep happening but are on the increase. YetContinue reading “Life is Precious – Start There”