REVIEW: A Christmas by the Sea

A CHRISTMAS BY THE SEA by Melody Carlson is an instant-love, sweet romance that is easy to read in one sitting. I especially enjoyed the cottage renovations and the main characters’ creativity. Why was this book in Dorine’s TBR? The cover drew me to it when I saw it listed on Amazon for .99 cents…

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REVIEW: Mrs P’s Book of Secrets, aka The Book Ghost

MRS P’S BOOK OF SECRETS, aka THE BOOK GHOST, by Lorna Gray will endear book lovers to publishing history. Stepping back in time was my favorite part, in addition to the author’s ability to make me feel as if I’m viewing it all in Moreton-in-Marsh. Mrs P’s imaginings lead her on an adventure during the…

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REVIEW: TBR Challenge – Mutts and Mistletoe

MUTTS AND MISTLETOE by Natalie Cox is an eccentric romp through the holiday season. There are plenty of pups for dog-lovers to adore, as well as a cute veterinarian, and enough quirky characters to make you laugh. Why was this book in Dorine’s TBR? I have a weakness for dogs on book covers. I’ve owned…

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REVIEW: ‘Twas the Week Before Christmas by Olivia Miles

‘Twas the Week Before Christmas by Olivia Miles has plenty of holiday festivities inside its pages, setting the mood for Christmas with cozy traditions. I finished reading ‘Twas the Week Before Christmas during that exact week this year, urging me to stop procrastinating with my own decorating. Why was this book in Dorine’s TBR? I…

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REVIEW: When Sparks Fly by Sabrina Jeffries

Those who love A CHRISTMAS CAROL by Charles Dickens will love the subtle similarities in this lovely historical novella by Sabrina Jeffries, as well as a cameo appearance by “Charlie” as a young lad. When Sparks Fly by Sabrina Jeffries Series: The School for Heiresses Category: Historical Regency Publisher: Pocket Star (Nov 17 2014)…

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REVIEW: An Amish Family Christmas by Marta Perry, Patricia Davids

Those who enjoy Amish stories and sweet, inspirational romance will take pleasure in this novella duology. Authors Marta Perry and Patricia Davids’ styles complement one another. An Amish Family Christmas by Marta Perry, Patricia Davids Category: Amish Contemporary Publisher: Harlequin (October 21, 2014) ISBN: 9780373879205 Rated 4 out of 5 Format: read in ebook,…

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REVIEW: A Holiday Gamble by Jane Feather

An unexpected guest arrives at a regency house party in a blizzard and meets the woman he can’t wait to marry, if he can get her away from her betrothed and her guardian in time. A Holiday Gamble by Jane Feather Category: Regency Era Historical Publisher: Pocket Star (November 17, 2014) ISBN: 9781476779522 Rated…

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REVIEW: The Christmas Light by Donna VanLiere

A short novel that sets the mood for hot chocolate, Christmas music and rounding up your ornaments for the live tree you’ll wish to purchase. The Christmas Light by Donna VanLiere Category: Contemporary Holiday Publisher: St. Martin’s Press (October 14, 2014) ISBN: 9781250010650 Blue Ribbon Rating: 3.5 Format read: eBook Widow Jennifer DeLuca and…

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REVIEW: Christmas in Snowflake Canyon by RaeAnne Thayne

Such hilarious real-to-life situations between a couple that are laugh-out-loud funny. An injured war veteran and a former high school cheerleader start a bar fight over Christmas songs. Things go from wrong to worse and they end up doing community service over the holidays. “Bah humbug” is a love-match in the small town of Hope’s…

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REVIEW: A Fool’s Gold Christmas by Susan Mallery

Even if you don’t read the FOOL’S GOLD series, you’ll still enjoy this book because this couple is so very charming. If you love a friends to lovers theme, then grab this book and enjoy this sassy dancer and the lawyer who can’t stop imagining her in a leotard. A Fool’s Gold Christmas by…