The London Restoration is one of the most thoroughly researched books I have ever read. The scope of the two main character’s intellect is jaw-dropping and Rachel McMillan needs applauding for the monumental effort this must have taken. Within the backdrop of post World War II England, there’s a the newly emerging threat of communism. … Continue reading The London Restoration by Rachel McMillan
Acceptable Risk kept me up late into the night. I raced to finish, and avoided a number of chores until the killers were caught. This second offering in the Danger Never Sleeps Series is every bit as gripping as the first. The story opened with military journalist Sarah Denning, kidnapped in the Middle East. After … Continue reading Acceptable Risk by Lynette Eason
An Appalachian Summer is a wonderful book about second chances. Set in the stunning Appalachian mountains, the story focuses on the Frontier Nursing Service in Kentucky. Piper Danson is living most girls’ dream because she’s a debutant whose family survived the terrible stock market crash. Unfortunately, the man she loves with didn’t fare so well … Continue reading An Appalachian Summer by Ann H. Gabhart
This is my third new author of the summer, and I’m hitting a 100% success rate. Under Scottish Stars is an utterly charming book from start to finish. This is the third in a trilogy but I didn’t feel like I’d missed out by not reading the preceding stories. I do, however, plan to do … Continue reading Under Scottish Stars by Carla Laureano
A Bride of Convenience kept my attention from start to finish. The idea of getting on a ship to sale to a whole other continent with the purpose of finding a husband, fascinates and horrifies me. Zoe Hart is one of the women who takes the chance, driven by desperation and fueled by bravery. She’s … Continue reading A Bride of Convenience by Jody Hedlund