What if one of the guests who recently visited the Netherfield Park estate returned and he seemed the one least likely to help along two romantic pairs out of their complicated issues? Jann Rowland is a long familiar Pride and Prejudice variations author and I knew I was in for a heartwarming, holiday low-angst treat […]
Lady Hardcastle and Florence are invited to the grand opening of an island hotel only to be trapped on the island with a murderer. TE Kinsey’s Edwardian Era historical cozy mysteries continue to entertain and enthrall with a little whimsy with one’s murder. Murder on the Rocks is the thirteenth installment in the Lady Hardcastle […]
I have an event this weekend, which necessitated a steampunk costume. I had an enormous amount of fun putting together a steampunk lepidopterist outfit, inspired by one of my favorite heroines, Veronica Speedwell. In a previous review, I claimed that I think my most anticipated book every year is latest installment of the Veronica Speedwell […]
The ocean is hiding dark secrets and the islanders are seething with contrasting interests, but a marine biologist with a haunted past has the job of getting to the heart of matters. Sara Ackerman has been emerging as a must-read author for me over the last five superb reads of hers I’ve read. The Shark […]
So a couple or few years ago there was a bundle deal to get 24 graphic audiobooks for $24 and that was too good for me to pass up. Especially since it had many of my favorite authors included. The first two books in the Gunnie Rose series were included and I went on to […]
Back in the colorful and dramatic historical setting of Havana, Cuba of the Sixties and a new and suspenseful story hidden in the past to be discovered in the present, I was excited to pick up Chanel Cleeton’s latest and lose myself in her writing. The Lost Story of Eva Fuentes is a triple timeline […]
I have enjoyed this author in the fantasy realm and now her works of historical mysteries with magic, which is akin to fantasy, just not quite as far back in history? The Rose Gallagher series is set in New York City at the time of Roosevelt, part of the gilded age which is charming but […]
The Seven Rings is a satisfying conclusion to the Lost Bride’s Trilogy, wrapping up the continuing threads of this haunting story. Seven Brides lost their lives shortly after being married. To break the curse, Sonya will need the help of boyfriend Trey, best friend Cleo and cousin Owen to oust an evil spirit who will […]
When a despondent young lady is preparing to take her life, a woman visiting the area has the chance to not only save said life, but form a friendship. Then our heroine gets accused of thievery and tossed out of the house by the suspicious brother. Monica Fairview has penned some engaging Pride and Prejudice […]
I’m thrilled to have another in the Wrexford & Sloane series. I love its found family, rugged individuals, social commentary and early scientific developments. It’s a delight and I highly recommend them. The murder, as is often the case, is a scientist, or at least he is in a scientific society. The buzz is about […]