The title, and even the blurb, for Susan Mallery’s The Bookstore Diaries are a little deceiving. I liked the characters and the premise of the novel, however the diaries themselves are not the main focus of the story. They do change several lives, but the blurb makes the book sound more scandalous and secretive than… Continue reading The Bookstore Diaries by Susan Mallery
Tag: Romance
The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore
Don’t let the sweet cover of The Pumpkin Spice Cafe fool you. The novel is filled with small-town charm, as author Laurie Gilmore says, but it’s also a spicy romance, quite spicy at times. Welcome to Dream Harbor, a New England twon. After Jeanie Ellis found her boss dead in his office, her Aunt Dot… Continue reading The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore
Books & Bewitchment by Isla Jewell
When I read Paranormal Payback a couple weeks ago, it included a story set in Arcadia Falls by Isla Jewell (Delilah S. Dawson). I enjoyed “A Midsummer Night’s Scheming”, and didn’t even realize at the time that I had Books & Bewitchment at home from the library. That’s the title of Jewell’s first book in… Continue reading Books & Bewitchment by Isla Jewell
The Re-Do List by Denise Williams
When you discover a new author and enjoyed their book, do you ever wonder how you got there? I may have put a hold on Denise Williams’ The Re-Do List because of BookPage. I’m not really sure. However, I already picked up a collection of Williams’ novellas. I’m all in for her sexy contemporary romance… Continue reading The Re-Do List by Denise Williams
Chasing the Ring by Lauren Rowe
When I was looking for a “hot” book during the cold snap, I stumbled across Chasing the Ring by Lauren Rowe. Although that title could refer to an engagement or wedding ring, the first book in the new romantic series actually refers to a Super Bowl ring. Lauren Rowe’s sizzling romance, Chasing the Ring is… Continue reading Chasing the Ring by Lauren Rowe
Accidentally Yours by Christina Lauren
I’m a sometimes fan of Christina Lauren. Accidentally Yours is a short story, available only through Amazon Original Stories with Kindle Unlimited. The digital version is currently free that way. It’s in a series from Amazon. “The Improbable Meet-Cute: Second Chances.” If I say it reminds me of “You’ve Got Mail”, you may understand the… Continue reading Accidentally Yours by Christina Lauren
The Nanny’s Handbook for Magic and Managing Difficult Dukes by Amy Rose Bennett
Amy Rose Bennett kicks off the first book in her Parasol Academy series with The Nanny’s Handbook for Magic and Managing Difficult Dukes. It’s a sensual historical romance with a touch of romance. Other reviewers called it a combination of Mary Poppins and Bridgerton, and I think they’re right. Mrs. Emmeline Chase, a widow, is… Continue reading The Nanny’s Handbook for Magic and Managing Difficult Dukes by Amy Rose Bennett
austenland by Shannon Hale
I needed a reread of Shannon Hale’s romantic novel, Austenland. I read it years ago when I was watching the BBC version of Pride and Prejudice with Colin Firth. But, I never was as obsessed as Jane Hayes. Only Jane’s best friend knows she yearns to be loved as Mr. Darcy loves Miss Elizabeth Bennet.… Continue reading austenland by Shannon Hale
One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
Well, I won’t make that mistake again. I had never read one of Carley Fortune’s beach reads. I had her latest one, One Golden Summer, home twice from the library, and had to take it back because there were people waiting for it. When I picked it up this time, I zipped through it in… Continue reading One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake by Rachel Linden
I’m never sure which books will go on my list of favorite books of the year, but Rachel Linden’s The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake will make this year’s list. It’s a delightful story with a mature protagonist struggling with her fears There are wonderful characters. The Italian setting on Lake Garda, along with all… Continue reading The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake by Rachel Linden