This book follows two different timelines and main characters. 1915 with Eve who becomes a spy in the Alice Network against the Germans while she lives in occupied France. And, 1947, with Charlotte (Charlie), an American college girl who is pregnant, unmarried and traveling with her mother to take care of the "problem" . Instead, … Continue reading The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
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Moriarty Meets His Match (Professor & Mrs. Moriarty Mystery Book 1) by Anna Castle
I admit that I am a bit of a Sherlock Holmes fan. Not a serious die hard fan but more of a fan of the spin off books like the Mary Russell series by Laurie King. So, when I saw this book, I was intrigued but cautious and packed it into my kindle for a … Continue reading Moriarty Meets His Match (Professor & Mrs. Moriarty Mystery Book 1) by Anna Castle
How to write a book review!
A while ago I posted on Twitter and Facebook the comment that: Not writing a review after reading a book was like not applauding after a performance. I got quite a few comments but most of them were along the line of "I do not know how to write a review." Well here is … Continue reading How to write a book review!
Hard Revenge Book 1 – Michelle Angelique Series
This author is re-releasing this popular series, now under his own name with new covers and a slight polish. I for one am glad he did as previously it was not on my radar. This is a realistic and gritty book (Rated R for language). The main character, Michelle, turns into an incredibly strong woman … Continue reading Hard Revenge Book 1 – Michelle Angelique Series
Beyond Stone by Christine Roney
Here is the fourth and final nominee for Best Book of the Year. The main character Andrea (Andi) is a sculptor and an anonymous street artist. While her art is well received she is dealing with depression and issues from her past. The story travels between the semi-glamorous art world and her studio. Pills, alcohol, … Continue reading Beyond Stone by Christine Roney
Scorpion: The Myriad Series by Cindy Stone
Here is the third nominee for Book Talk Radio Club's Best Book of the Year. In the continuing wave of great Young Adult novels, this book easily holds its own. The main character, Avery, a young adult who has been raised in a very privileged New York environment, quickly pulls you into her world. You … Continue reading Scorpion: The Myriad Series by Cindy Stone
Needle House – DS Lasser Series Book 1 – by Robin Roughley
This book was recommended to me by another Book Review Blogger Susan Hampson and you can read her blog here. This the first in the series and introduces an English Detective named Lasser, who I really enjoyed. He's not perfect and a little rough around the edges with some dark humor thrown in. When a … Continue reading Needle House – DS Lasser Series Book 1 – by Robin Roughley
It Feels Good to Feel Good: Learn to Eliminate Toxins by Cheryl Meyer
This book is the second nominee for Book Talk Radio Club's Book of the Year. First too much personal information - my husband and I started trying to eliminate toxins from our lives a few years ago with simple things like if you can't pronounce an ingredient don't eat it! I really wish we had … Continue reading It Feels Good to Feel Good: Learn to Eliminate Toxins by Cheryl Meyer
10 Gulab Jamuns by Sandhya Acharya
I do not usually review children's books - after 15 years as a Children's Librarian I thought I was Kid Booked enough. BUT, this sweet (pun intended) book is my exception. Two boys discover the joy of melt in your mouth Gulab Jamuns that their mama has made - but there are only 10 and … Continue reading 10 Gulab Jamuns by Sandhya Acharya
Empty Threat, The Black Pages, Book 1 by Danny Bell
Book Talk Radio Club in the UK is awarding their Book of the Year award on November 12. I reached out to them and begged for a chance to do a blog of each of the 4 nominees. Several of the nominees were already on my wish list and happily Book Talk Radio Club and … Continue reading Empty Threat, The Black Pages, Book 1 by Danny Bell
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