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The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives
by Elizabeth Arnott
"Awesome crime novel with unexpected twist and turns."
Posted June 1, 2026

First of all, I have to wonder if it is possible to find something in a novel about brutal murders performed by seemingly normal characters that is humorous. Does that make me a strange person? Oh well. We all have our faults. Personally, I enjoy humor even if at Read more...

The Rainy Day Bookshop
by RaeAnne Thayne
"Family drama hoping for a reconciliation"
Posted May 29, 2026

Chapter by chapter foray into a journey of recapturing a life that had been nearly discarded by events that shook some characters to their bones. Each chapter brings you along this journey into rediscovery and reconnection. In short, pure delight and pure RaeAnne Thayne.

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Our Extraordinary Summer
by Lori Wilde
"Life changes as family dynamics are revealed"
Posted May 8, 2026

Welcome back to Hobby Island. Land where goodness flows, and the folk that visit are summoned by a golden ticket. This is the second of Lori Wildes series Hobby Island, so some may recognize the core group of inhabitants. It’s not really an island based on fantasy Read more...

It's Not Her
by Mary Kubica
"Creepy crime story at it's best."
Posted May 4, 2026

Crime novel at its creepiest best. Mary Kubica has us on a chase against time. Two folks brutally murdered. Seemingly with no clues. No motive. No suspect. Couldn’t be further in the dark if you tried. But here’s the thing: there are some clues. You Read more...

It's Not Her
by Mary Kubica
"Creepy crime story at it's best."
Posted April 19, 2026

Crime novel at its creepiest best. Mary Kubica has us on a chase against time. Two folk brutally murdered. Seemingly with no clues. No motive. No suspect. Couldn’t be further in the dark if you tried. But here’s the thing: there are some clues. You Read more...

The Book Club for Troublesome Women
by Marie Bostwick
"Awesome book with amazing characters all based on an important time."
Posted April 17, 2026

THE BOOK CLUB FOR TROUBLESOME WOMEN by Marie Bostwick is a sort of a historical view of an eye-opening time, mixed with humorous moments that remind you this is a novel. I  love a book that is somehow reminiscent of some part of my own life. The Read more...

Meet Me in Italy
by Brenda Novak
"Starring some memorable characters"
Posted April 3, 2026

Hard to find a favorite book or story authored by Brenda Novak. Her list of titles reminds us just how many times we think that it was the best. I adored WHEN LIGHTNING STRIKES and was equally enthralled by her Dead trilogy. Uniquely different genres and slants. Which is Read more...

The First Time I Saw Him
by Laura Dave
"Extraordinary sequel"
Posted March 8, 2026

Having not read but watched the Apple series of the first book in this series, I was accustomed to holding my breath. The first book, THE LAST THING HE TOLD ME, was nonstop action practically from the start. I won’t disclose much about THE LAST THING HE Read more...

Chasing Dreams
by Carolyn Brown
"Senior citizens are the stars in these three stories"
Posted February 13, 2026

CHASING DREAMS has three stories between the covers, told by the inimitable Carolyn Brown. Characters are the lifeblood of this author. Her fans are insurmountable, and I definitely count myself as one. Humor, sass, and wittiness are central. In CHASING DREAMS, there is a central theme of sorts. Just Read more...

Midnight
by Sharon Sala
"Old Crimes Cast Long Shadows in MIDNIGHT"
Posted February 13, 2026

Family drama, generational stories, missed opportunities, robberies, all rolled into one big tale between two covers by Sharon Sala. Page by page and chapter by chapter, MIDNIGHT brings the reader further into a complicated affair of individual experiences. We get to meet some amazing characters that hopefully evolve over Read more...

The Midnight Estate
by Kelly Rimmer
"Interesting mingle of seemingly two sets of characters"
Posted January 8, 2026

Once again, be prepared to be astonished by the originality and talent of definitely one of my favorite authors, Kelly Rimmer. THE STORY KEEPER, you see, winds up being a story within a story. Kind of like two books between one cover. So be ready to enjoy two for Read more...

Outlaw Lake
by Maisey Yates
"Another entertaining tale by this prolific author."
Posted September 26, 2025

There’s a funny song that my husband and I always laugh at when it comes on the radio, then of course we sing along because that’s just what we do.

In OUTLAW LAKE, Maisie Yates has an undercurrent theme. It gets bounced around Read more...

Pitcher Perfect
by Tessa Bailey
"Let the games begin"
Posted September 4, 2025

No pun intended but PITCHER PERFECT is a perfect example of friendship, fellowship, joy, commitment, competition, love and more. Truly Tessa Bailey outdid herself with the characters she created for PITCHER PERFECT. And for fans that is saying a lot.

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River Legacy
by B.J. Daniels
"Powder River series comes to an explosive ending."
Posted August 23, 2025

So I’m thinking that this newest book, RIVER LEGACY, is perhaps the perfect ending for the Powder RiverRead more...

Pregnant Enemy, Christmas Bride
by Maisey Yates
"Uniquely constructed by this talented author"
Posted August 11, 2025

The stars of this latest foray into really unimaginable pairing are Florence and Hades. Both were brought up in very unconventional ways. Florence’s parents kept themselves virtually apart in their lifestyle choices. She had grown up knowing certain characteristics would harm her ability to step into the Read more...

Bad Luck Bride
by Laura Lee Guhrke
"Truly amazing cast of characters"
Posted July 25, 2025

If only. Seems to be the most prophetic words in the dictionary. How does one explain, excuse, and move on from the past with these words still reverberating in their mind? It would seem that forces were converging to make the dreams of Kay and Devlin blow up in Read more...

Murder Takes a Vacation
by Laura Lippman
"Awesome vacation adventure with quirky cast of characters"
Posted July 14, 2025

Tess Monaghan. Can’t help a smile from appearing on your face. This is one of those characters that just light up a scene. Laura Lippmann has done a miraculous job of keeping her current and candidly one of the best investigative characters in literature.
 
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Wayward Girls
by Susan Wiggs
"Eye opening view of a difficult time in history"
Posted July 11, 2025

Tough book to review in that I have to be really careful not to give anything away. If you’ve read Susan Wiggs before you are aware that she doesn’t mince words. If she says it, it’s going to be important and useful. Never Read more...

The Love Fix
by Jill Shalvis
"Journey past your childhood."
Posted June 19, 2025

Certain authors can be read repeatedly. I search out anything penned by Jill Shalvis. Some of my friends don’t understand my devotion to some particular authors. If I get them to read anything by this amazing prolific creator they often tell me that they now understand.
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Cruel Summer
by Maisey Yates
"Stepping out of your comfort zone could hold many surprises"
Posted June 19, 2025

I remember the first time I heard the expression - swingers. Candidly I imagine folks who like going out, drinking, and dancing. Yep. Naive that was me. Then I found out I actually know some who are “swingers.” My next thought was yuck. Never could look at them Read more...

Sandra Wurman

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Re: Heartache Falls (11:34am April 28, 2011):

Okay I'm hooked - definitely have three more books to add to my must read list. Dogs love us unconditionally - you can't really say that about anyone or anything else. My Maxwell will always have a special place in our hearts along with our Coco and Shani. Now we have a rescue grand doggie Annie who loves her little girl sooo much.