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The Gingerbread Bride by Amy Lillard
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Historical Christmas Novel by Amy so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one especially when the Spell was put on Harlon by Maddie to get him to fall in love with her by Christmas.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about.
Maddie wasnt my favorite at first because she seemed uptight and desperate but was glad when she finally mellowed out toward the end.
Harlan was my favorite by far because of how persistent he was to get a date with Maddie.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in 1870 Arkansas while reading especially when the scenery of the Ozark Mountains was described.
Overall a funny yet enjoyable Historical Fiction Novel.
Can't wait to read more by Amy in the future!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Historical Christmas Novel by Amy so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one especially when the Spell was put on Harlon by Maddie to get him to fall in love with her by Christmas.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about.
Maddie wasnt my favorite at first because she seemed uptight and desperate but was glad when she finally mellowed out toward the end.
Harlan was my favorite by far because of how persistent he was to get a date with Maddie.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in 1870 Arkansas while reading especially when the scenery of the Ozark Mountains was described.
Overall a funny yet enjoyable Historical Fiction Novel.
Can't wait to read more by Amy in the future!!
The Gift-Wrapped Bride by Maureen Lang
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars
Review:
This was my first time reading a Historical Fiction Christmas Story by Maureen so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I did enjoy this one for the most part tho Sophie got on my nerves many times when she didn't appreciate the thoughtful gestures Noah was doing for her.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Arthur and Noah were my favorites. I absolutely loved that Arthur was there for his sister despite her attitude.
Noah keeping the letters that Sophie sent him just warmed my heart.
I've always thought it's romantic when a couple dating write letters to each other which doesn't happen much in today's world.
Overall a Good Historical Fiction Christmas Story!! Can't wait to read more by Maureen in the future!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Historical Fiction Christmas Story by Maureen so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I did enjoy this one for the most part tho Sophie got on my nerves many times when she didn't appreciate the thoughtful gestures Noah was doing for her.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Arthur and Noah were my favorites. I absolutely loved that Arthur was there for his sister despite her attitude.
Noah keeping the letters that Sophie sent him just warmed my heart.
I've always thought it's romantic when a couple dating write letters to each other which doesn't happen much in today's world.
Overall a Good Historical Fiction Christmas Story!! Can't wait to read more by Maureen in the future!!
The Evergreen Bride by Pam Hillman
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Historical Fiction Christmas Story by Pam so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one.
It was so cozy to read on a cold snowy December Day.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Annabelle was definately my favorite especially with her determination to get to Illinois for a White Christmas.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Slippery Creek, Mississippi especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Historical Fiction Christmas Story. Can't wait to read more by Pam in the future!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Historical Fiction Christmas Story by Pam so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one.
It was so cozy to read on a cold snowy December Day.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Annabelle was definately my favorite especially with her determination to get to Illinois for a White Christmas.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Slippery Creek, Mississippi especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Historical Fiction Christmas Story. Can't wait to read more by Pam in the future!!
Expecting to Die by Lisa Jackson
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Mystery by Lisa Jackson so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one more than I thought I would tho that Coyote Chase was abit much 🤣.
The Characters were fun and interesting to read about. I didn't have a favorite since I seemed to like all the characters.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in the woods while reading especially when the scenery and Coyote Chase was described.
Overall a Good Book 7 in this Mystery Thriller Series!! Can't wait to read more by Lisa in the future!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Mystery by Lisa Jackson so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one more than I thought I would tho that Coyote Chase was abit much 🤣.
The Characters were fun and interesting to read about. I didn't have a favorite since I seemed to like all the characters.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in the woods while reading especially when the scenery and Coyote Chase was described.
Overall a Good Book 7 in this Mystery Thriller Series!! Can't wait to read more by Lisa in the future!!
The Divide: A novel by Morgan Richter
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Thank you to Knopf Books for sending me this FREE ARC Copy to promote and review for them as part of their Review Crew.
This was my first time reading a Mystery by Morgan so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one more then I thought I would.
The Characters were fun and interesting to read about. I found the look alike twist very interesting. Kind of reminded me of The Switch by Sandra Brown.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in LA while reading especially when the scenery was described.
I do wish this book was part of a series cause I'd love to see more with these characters.
Overall a Good Mystery Novel. Can't wait to read more by Morgan in the future.
Review:
Thank you to Knopf Books for sending me this FREE ARC Copy to promote and review for them as part of their Review Crew.
This was my first time reading a Mystery by Morgan so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one more then I thought I would.
The Characters were fun and interesting to read about. I found the look alike twist very interesting. Kind of reminded me of The Switch by Sandra Brown.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in LA while reading especially when the scenery was described.
I do wish this book was part of a series cause I'd love to see more with these characters.
Overall a Good Mystery Novel. Can't wait to read more by Morgan in the future.
Take Two by Karen Kingsbury
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Even tho this is only the 4th Novel ive read in The Baxters Series and by Karen I have to say I'm really enjoying this series.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. I still Shipp Bailey and Cody.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in California and Montana while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Book 2 in this Contemporary Romance Series.
Can't wait to read more by Karen in the future!!
Review:
Even tho this is only the 4th Novel ive read in The Baxters Series and by Karen I have to say I'm really enjoying this series.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. I still Shipp Bailey and Cody.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in California and Montana while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Book 2 in this Contemporary Romance Series.
Can't wait to read more by Karen in the future!!
Her Only Wish by Shelley Shepard Gray
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Last year I started this series but didn't continue it because I was waiting for Books 2 and 3 to come out so I thought this month was a good time to continue it and I'm glad I did.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. I couldn't pick one as my favorite since I seemed to like all the characters.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Florida while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Book 2 in this Amish Fiction Series!! Can't wait to read Book 3 soon.
Review:
Last year I started this series but didn't continue it because I was waiting for Books 2 and 3 to come out so I thought this month was a good time to continue it and I'm glad I did.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. I couldn't pick one as my favorite since I seemed to like all the characters.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Florida while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Book 2 in this Amish Fiction Series!! Can't wait to read Book 3 soon.
The Princess of Selgovae and the High King by Bryce D. Gibby, Susan Hancock
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Thank you to BookishFirst for picking me to win this FREE ARC Copy in a Raffle on their website earlier this year.
This was my first time reading a Fantasy Novel by Bryce so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one especially since it reminded me alot of ACOTAR but without all the characters and Drama lol 😆.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Princess Vivian was definitely my favorite. I loved reading about her Backstory so much. I could definitely relate to the Grief and sadness she endured.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Great Britain and the surrounding areas.
Overall a Good Book 1 in this Fantasy Series. Can't wait to read Book 2 soon.
Review:
Thank you to BookishFirst for picking me to win this FREE ARC Copy in a Raffle on their website earlier this year.
This was my first time reading a Fantasy Novel by Bryce so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one especially since it reminded me alot of ACOTAR but without all the characters and Drama lol 😆.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Princess Vivian was definitely my favorite. I loved reading about her Backstory so much. I could definitely relate to the Grief and sadness she endured.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Great Britain and the surrounding areas.
Overall a Good Book 1 in this Fantasy Series. Can't wait to read Book 2 soon.
Be Still: Lessons from an Angel by
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Thank you to ireadbooks for sending me this FREE ARC Copy to promote and review for them as part of their Paid Promotion Tour this month.
This was my first time reading a Devotional by E.D. Perry so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one and the Lessons it offered mainly surrounding Grace and being easy on yourself on the sad emotional days.
I'll definitely use the lessons in this book for everyday life from now on.
Can't wait to read more by E.D. in the future.
Review:
Thank you to ireadbooks for sending me this FREE ARC Copy to promote and review for them as part of their Paid Promotion Tour this month.
This was my first time reading a Devotional by E.D. Perry so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one and the Lessons it offered mainly surrounding Grace and being easy on yourself on the sad emotional days.
I'll definitely use the lessons in this book for everyday life from now on.
Can't wait to read more by E.D. in the future.
Caught in the Wind by LD Wenzel
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Thank you to Speakeasy for sending me this FREE ARC Copy to promote and review for LD as part of their Review Crew last month.
This was my first time reading a Contemporary Christian Fiction by LD so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one especially when it talked about how sometimes life makes you question your own religion.
Thankful I've always been comfortable with my Religion and Faith in God that I've never had to question it no matter how many people have left me in this life.
The Characters were fun and interesting to read about. Morrie was interesting to read about but not my favorite, same with Tracy.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in St Paul Minnesota while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Contemporary Christian Fiction Novel. Can't wait to read more by LD in the future!!
Review:
Thank you to Speakeasy for sending me this FREE ARC Copy to promote and review for LD as part of their Review Crew last month.
This was my first time reading a Contemporary Christian Fiction by LD so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one especially when it talked about how sometimes life makes you question your own religion.
Thankful I've always been comfortable with my Religion and Faith in God that I've never had to question it no matter how many people have left me in this life.
The Characters were fun and interesting to read about. Morrie was interesting to read about but not my favorite, same with Tracy.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in St Paul Minnesota while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Contemporary Christian Fiction Novel. Can't wait to read more by LD in the future!!