This book took me a little time to get pulled into the story. I think it was because of the unique writing style. Instead of the recent adaptation of least amount of words to convey a thought – this author expands and enriches each sentence with adorning words to decorate the thought. However, once I … Continue reading An Enlightening Quiche by Eva Pasco
Women’s Lit
Ladies’ Day by Sarah Barton
Since I am spending the summer at home I thought I would travel another way and jump on a Book Tour! Happy to be part of this one from Bits About Books. And if you have been following this blog you know I don’t do a tour if I have not read the book – … Continue reading Ladies’ Day by Sarah Barton
The Cottage at Hope Cove by Hannah Ellis
I have had the pleasure of reading several books by this author and it is always a wonderful experience. The characters are relatable and people I would love to know in real life. This story is believable with just the right amount of wonder of the next happening in the story line. Hannah Ellis has … Continue reading The Cottage at Hope Cove by Hannah Ellis
The Husband Hour by Jamie Brenner
This brand new release had some glowing reviews and a Promotional tour that provided me with an Advanced Reader Copy. I had not read this author before but she had a lot of great reviews from previous works. After all that I am sorry to say I was let down by this book. It is … Continue reading The Husband Hour by Jamie Brenner
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
The Dirty Book Club by Lisi Harrison
Such a treat! Yes this is the middle school book author of the Clique writing for grownups. A group of women friends in the 60's create a book club where they read "dirty" books - covered of course with covers from appropriate books. Years later they pass their club and reads with personalized letters on … Continue reading The Dirty Book Club by Lisi Harrison
Second Acts by Teri Emory
This is the story about 3 friends. Women who met in college and are still friends in their 50's. Each is different. They have experienced the feminist era of their 20's and chosen different paths. But, they have stayed supportive friends through it all. The author did an excellent job of giving us enough insight … Continue reading Second Acts by Teri Emory
