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Fictionophile- Wednesday’s Word = MRS.
- “The Sea Glass Sisters” by Lisa Wingate – Book Review
- “Rides the Stranger” by David Bell – Book Review #bibliomysteries
- “The Red Address Book” by Sofia Lundberg – Book Review
- Throwback Thursday: “Evergreen Falls” by Kimberley Freeman – Book Review
- Wednesday’s Word = HOTEL
- “The Lying Kind” by Alison James – Book Review
- Wednesday’s Word = SUMMER
- “Careful What You Wish For” by Hallie Ephron – Book Review
- “Broken Bones” by Angela Marsons – Book Review #MarsonsOfTheMonth
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Tag Archives: Setting
“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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“Beyond the wild river” by Sarah Maine
“Beyond the wild river” has two distinct timelines. A short one in 1888 in Scotland and the other larger one five years later in the United States and Canada. Set during a time when class and gender were a greater … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Edelweiss, Historical fiction
Tagged mystery fiction, Setting, stand-alone novels, thrillers
5 Comments
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
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
Posted in Book Reviews, Favorite books, Fiction, Literary fiction
Tagged animals, Maine, recommended reading, Setting, stand-alone novels
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“The bird tribunal” by Agnes Ravatn – Book Review
Allis Hagtorn has done something of which she is profoundly ashamed. She seeks anonymity and a refuge where she can come to terms with her behavior and her future. She finds employment in a remote house on a Norwegian fjord. … Continue reading
“The white shepherd” by Annie Dalton
Anna Hopkins is in her early thirties and lives alone in an imposing house in Oxford that was once owned by her grandparents. During her teenage years she suffered from an unspeakable family tragedy, and her entire life is irrevocably changed … Continue reading
Posted in 1st in series, Book Reviews, Favorite books, Mystery fiction, NetGalley
Tagged amateur sleuth, dogs, England, mystery fiction, recommended reading, Setting
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“Where it hurts” by Reed Farrel Coleman
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
Posted in 1st in series, Book Reviews, Men's fiction, Mystery fiction, NetGalley
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
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
Posted in Book Reviews, Favorite books, Fiction, NetGalley, Page turners, Psychological thrillers, Suspense
Tagged novels, recommended reading, Setting, stand-alone novels, thrillers
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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
