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“Devil’s Day” by Andrew Michael Hurley – Book Review
In rural Lancashire, almost on the Yorkshire border, there is a place called the ‘Endlands”. A place where generations of the same families have eked out an existence from farming. An insular place riven with superstition and long-standing family feuds. … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Edelweiss
Tagged England, Setting, stand-alone novels, supernatural
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“The Sea Glass Sisters” by Lisa Wingate – Book Review
The prequel novella which introduces the Carolina Heirlooms series. Elizabeth Gallagher is a 911 operator. Blaming herself for an on-the-job mistake, she has lost confidence in her ability and feels guilty about the outcome of the case. Elizabeth’s guilt is … Continue reading
Posted in 1st in series, Book Reviews, Christian fiction, Novellas, Women's fiction
Tagged North Carolina, Setting
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Series I started that I would LOVE to finish (part 4) – Erin Hart
You know how it is. Years ago you read a book you REALLY liked, then the sequel, which you also really liked. Then… years pass and you realize that this author has written another two novels, all featuring the same characters, all … Continue reading
Posted in Mystery fiction, Series order
Tagged Ireland, mystery fiction, mystery series, recommended reading, Setting
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“Breaking light” by Karin Altenberg – Book Review
After reading the last page of this touching and tragic story, I view the wonderfully perfect cover as particularly poignant. Two small boys, hand in hand… But let me tell you a bit about the story. First we meet Gabriel, a … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Literary fiction, Memorable lines, NetGalley
Tagged England, recommended reading, Setting, stand-alone novels
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“Pocketful of names” (A title I remember as a favorite that I would like to re-read)
Several years ago, long before I started this blog, I read a wonderful novel by Joe Coomer called “A pocketful of names“. It had every quality that I like in fiction. The characters sprang to life off the page. … Continue reading
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Tagged animals, Maine, recommended reading, Setting, stand-alone novels
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“Where it hurts” by Reed Farrel Coleman – Book Review
A gritty, atmospheric new series about the other side of Long Island, far from the wealth of the Hamptons, where real people live—and die. John Augustus Murphy is a sad, cynical, and empty man. His life has been riddled by loss. … Continue reading
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Tagged hard-boiled detective, mystery fiction, mystery series, New York, Setting
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Trilogies to Treasure – Part 2 – Peter May’s Lewis trilogy
Many readers cannot commit to a lengthy series. They find it too daunting, too time intensive. They will often choose stand-alone novels for these reasons. I am here to introduce you to some prime examples that bridge the gap between … Continue reading
“The Twilight Wife” by A. J. Banner – Book Review
A diving accident in Deception Pass, and four years of memories are missing. All she has are photographs and the assurances of her devoted husband. But what if her memory loss has a more sinister cause? Kyra and Jacob have a … Continue reading
Series to Savour 4 – Ann Cleeves’ Shetland mysteries
I’m not sure what it is about the remote, isolated, and beautiful Hebrides that attracts so many readers. All I know is that it is THIS SETTING that first attracted me to this series and enticed me to read it. … Continue reading
“Gone” by Randy Wayne White
Hannah Smith is thirty-one years old. A tall, strong, buxom woman with a long family history in her part of the world – The Gulf Coast of Florida. Her mother has had a stroke, so Hannah regularly spends time with her, even … Continue reading
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Tagged characters, Florida, recommended reading, Setting, thrillers, Whodunit Book Club
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“The fear at Rockbridge Hall” by Tim Heath
At a tender age I read Charlotte Brontë’s classic “Jane Eyre“. Ever since, I’ve been a sucker for novels that feature English governesses – which is why I chose to read this novella. The story is set at the magnificent … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Historical fiction, Novellas, Suspense
Tagged England, gothic fiction, Setting, stand-alone novels
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“Miller’s Valley” by Anna Quindlen
Sometimes a novel comes along that you just know will resonate with you for years. “Miller’s Valley” is just such a novel. A story with characters, descriptions, and emotions, so REAL that after reading it you feel as though you … Continue reading