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Lemon Curd Killer
by Laura Childs
"LEMON CURD KILLER is definitely a hit!"
Posted May 8, 2023

Laura Childs doesn’t play around with LEMON CURD KILLER, the 25th book in the Tea Shop Mystery series. This time, Theodosia is hosting a Limon Tea party. However, when the fashion designer ends up Read more...

The Ghost Goes to the Dogs
by Cleo Coyle
"This book might be my favorite one so far!"
Posted May 2, 2023

Jack and Penelope are back in THE GHOST GOES TO THE DOGS, the newest installment of the Haunted Bookshop Mystery series by Cleo Coyle. If you’re a fan Read more...

Dressed to Drill
by Kate Carlisle
"When it comes to Kate Carlisle, you won’t be disappointed!"
Posted May 2, 2023

With ten books in the Fixer-Upper Mystery series, Kate Carlisle shows no signs of stopping! As one of my favorite cozy mystery series, I was very excited about diving into this book.

In Read more...

Never Never
by Colleen Hoover, Tarryn Fisher
"A romantic mystery that still leaves me guessing."
Posted April 12, 2023

It’s been a while since I’ve read a thriller quite like NEVER NEVER. Colleen Hoover and Tarryn Fisher weave an intriguing mystery that holds a lot of questions but I found myself struggling to really get Read more...

Heart Bones
by Colleen Hoover
"HEART BONES left me wanting more."
Posted April 12, 2023

For Beyah, things have not been going well at all. An unexpected death puts her life on hold and the plans she had set for herself are now doomed. Forced to spend her summer in Texas with her father, Beyah encounters Samson, someone who couldn’t be more Read more...

The Queen's Price
by Anne Bishop
"I would recommend the Black Jewels series to anyone who loves Fantasy."
Posted April 12, 2023

When it comes to fantasy, I always think of one author and that is Anne Bishop. Her Black Jewels series encompasses everything that I love about the genre and more. With multiple characters and storylines, it’s easy to Read more...

Conquer the Kingdom
by Jennifer Estep
"A unique fantasy series that melds magic and mayhem together."
Posted March 20, 2023

Jennifer Estep returns with another installment in the Gargoyle Queen series. In CONQUER THE KINGDOM, readers follow the crown princess into the Sword and Shield tournament. Amongst the gladiators, Gemma must Read more...

Secretly Yours
by Tessa Bailey
"SECRETLY YOURS shows a promising start to a new series."
Posted February 7, 2023

It has been a long time since I’ve picked up a Tessa Bailey book, but with a cute cover like this and a the start of a new series, I couldn’t pass on the opportunity to return to this author and read Read more...

Encore in Death
by J.D. Robb
"ENCORE IN DEATH definitely deserves a standing ovation!"
Posted February 7, 2023

Even with fifty-six books in the series, J.D. Robb shows no signs of stopping with the In Death series. In ENCORE IN DEATH, a well-known man dies of Read more...

The Backup Plan
by Jill Shalvis
"THE BACKUP PLAN by Jill Shalvis explores old relationships and dark secrets of the heart."
Posted January 18, 2023

Second in the Sunrise Cove series, THE BACKUP PLAN by Jill Shalvis explores old relationships and dark secrets of the heart. When Alice inherits a B&B from her childhood, she is stunned to learn that she Read more...

The One You Want
by Jennifer Ryan
"THE ONE YOU WANT is an enjoyable read that will make you want more!"
Posted December 8, 2022

I haven’t read too many books by Jennifer Ryan, but I have read a few of her romance books in the past. THE ONE YOU WANT is a Women’s Fiction novel, and I was curious to see the difference in writing style for this one Read more...

Death By Beach Read
by Eva Gates
"DEATH BY BEACH READ is definitely not a book that you want to miss!"
Posted December 8, 2022

There were two things that really drew me to this series. The first is the lighthouse setting, and the second was the books. It’s always about books for me, so to have those two things within one series seemed perfect Read more...

Tear Down the Throne
by Jennifer Estep
"Estep had been flexing her Fantasy muscles lately."
Posted December 8, 2022

Jennifer Estep returns with the second installment of the Gargoyle Queen series; an epic fantasy series about magic, and a crown princess, and includes lots of twists and turns.

Since I’m a fan of Estep&rsquo Read more...

Soul Taken
by Patricia Briggs
"You don’t want to miss out on SOUL TAKEN!"
Posted December 8, 2022

Even with thirteen books already in the series, Patricia Briggs shows no signs of stopping. With SOUL TAKEN, the vampire Wulfe goes missing. As a significant character in this series, it’s up to Mercy to locate him. However, as she Read more...

Murder on the Class Trip
by Lee Hollis
"MURDER ON THE CLASS TRIP definitely gets a high score from me!"
Posted December 8, 2022

Lee Hollis brings readers another installment in the Maya and Sandra Mystery series. This time, they are acting as chaperones for the SoPo High seniors as they go on a trip to the capital. Alongside their son and daughter, they Read more...

True Wolf
by Paige Tyler
"TRUE WOLF breathes life back into the alpha werewolf genre that I adore!"
Posted December 8, 2022

Paige Tyler returns to the STAT team with an impressive story for Caleb and Brielle. TRUE WOLF is rife with the same thrilling action and details as the SWAT series, so I think fans will be happy with the latest installment, TRUE Read more...

Desperation in Death
by J.D. Robb
"DESPERATION IN DEATH is definitely one of the darker books in the series."
Posted November 26, 2022

In the latest installment of the In Death series, a dead teenager leads Eve Dallas and her friends into the sex trafficking world. Given Eve’s past, this case is especially traumatic. Robb details the abuse that the girls Read more...

The Ghost and the Stolen Tears
by Cleo Coyle
"THE GHOST AND THE STOLEN TEARS is a thrilling ride."
Posted September 30, 2022

Cleo Coyle is back with the eighth book in the Haunted Bookshop Mystery series! With this latest installment, Penelope’s part-timer, Norma, gets accused of stealing jewels from her other job as a housekeeper. The Valentino Teardrops play Read more...

Something in the Heir
by Suzanne Enoch
"I admire the utter uniqueness of this story. It’s definitely one-of-a-kind!"
Posted September 16, 2022

If you’re looking for something unique and humorous, then look no further! Suzanne Enoch has got your covered!

Enoch is no stranger to humor in his Historical Romance, but I have to say, I have never encountered a story like this one. It follows a Read more...

Ruby Fever
by Ilona Andrews
"I have never been disappointed with an Ilona Andrews’s book."
Posted August 19, 2022

Ilona Andrews is back with a vengeance with RUBY FEVER, the sixth book in the Hidden Legacy series. Sadly, this is the conclusion of the trilogy. However, Prime magic user, Catalina Baylor and her fiancé, Alessandro, don’t Read more...

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6 comments posted.

Re: It Happened One Midnight (3:22pm July 3, 2013):

Sounds fab! I cannot wait to read it!

Re: Lord Of Darkness (10:37am March 4, 2013):

I absolutely adore Historical Romances and find that Hoyt's way of incorporating action in the Ghost of St. Giles theme to be smart and unique!

Re: Fever (2:01pm January 25, 2012):

Great post Joan and lovely interview with Cindy! I love her Black Ops series. I just discovered them earlier this month and just love the balance of suspense and romance in the novels. I wonder, is maintaining this balance churning in the back of your head as your write?

Re: Ecstasy Untamed (4:02pm October 26, 2011):

Most imaginative movie? Maybe the Harry Potter movies or Avatar. Those ones definitely made me think, wow! Where do people come up with this?

Re: The Lady Of The Storm (5:19pm August 4, 2011):

Wow, this is a new to me author! Would love the chance to win and read her work! Cover and blurb look and sound amazing!

Re: Too Hot To Touch (5:18pm August 4, 2011):

First crush for me was my neighbour in kindergarden! is that too young? *bites nails* I got the lead as Mary for the Xmas play and he was Joseph. I put his arm around me and I was in heaven. Literally. We made baby Jesus, LOL!!