Root, Petal, Thorn by Ella Joy Olsen

August 31, 2016

It’s always a joy to discover a debut author who brings characters to life on the page. Ella Joy Olsen, in a style that reminds me of Sandra Dallas, brings five women and a house to life in Root, Petal, Thorn. Five women, one house, one century. Ivy Baygren had...

The City Baker’s Guide to Country Living by Louise Miller

August 29, 2016

Is there anything better than a debut novel that’s even better than you expected? Louise Miller’s The City Baker’s Guide to Country Living, looked interesting. But, Miller managed to bring her characters, Vermont, and music to life in this...

TLC Book Tour – Home Field by Hannah Gersen

August 02, 2016

I’m going to do something I normally don’t do with a book review. I’m going to use the document TLC Book Tours sent for the book tour for Hannah Gersen’s debut novel, Home Field. Then, at the end, I’ll write my comments. About Home...

Intrusion by Mary McCluskey

July 03, 2016

Mary McCluskey may have meant to end her debut novel on a frightening note. Instead, with Intrusion, she tells the story of a couple, heartbroken by loss, just trying to hang on. Just over three months ago, Christopher Hamilton died. Scott and Kat are...

The Decent Proposal by Kemper Donovan

April 26, 2016

I read some of the comments about Kemper Donovan’s debut novel, The Decent Proposal. While the premise is interesting, and the contrast between the characters is certainly written effectively, somehow I missed what everyone seems to find delightful. Other...