I have loved the books in the Carolina Tales series by Susan M. Boyer. She has become one of my favorite authors, and I know I will be in for a treat when I open up a book and get lost in the pages. I enjoy spending time with Hadley in the low country of South Carolina. It was a special treat for Hadley and Liz Talbot, from another series by the author, to join forces to solve the mystery. There is relationship conflict, delightful characters, an intriguing mystery, suspense,

I have fallen in love with books set in England. And the cast of ladies of a mature age who are realizing there are still plenty of adventures ahead is uplifting. The characters are well developed and the time you get to spend with the newly formed Seaside Singles Club will fill your heart. There are some emotional moments ... thoughts of suicide, grief, end of a relationship ... but the sense of community these characters develop is heartwarming. As you journey through the p

I enjoy books that are set in Scotland. And when a castle is part of the setting, I am definitely interested. This was a unique viewpoint to the story. I did not mind the time travel aspect, but this one fell short for me. I never connected with the characters. I struggled to stay invested in the story. It took too long to gain momentum and then the ending felt rushed. There are several positive reviews, so you may want to read this and see if it appeals to you. Thank you to

I have enjoyed the few books I have read in the Micklewick Bay series by Eliza M. Scott. And this one was appealing to read while the weather in North Carolina this summer has been extremely hot. So a dip into the pages of this book was a welcome relief. This was a sweet read. A book of love, loss, relationships, and a time of self discovery. I enjoyed watching Hannah’s growth and the second chance at life and love. Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for my advanced

I have enjoyed the books I have read in the Micklewick Bay series by Eliza J. Scott. The characters are what makes this book come alive. The relationship between Florine and Ed is refreshing. And the community of friends is heartwarming. Of course there has to be the one character who is difficult. And Ed’s mother takes it to the extreme. Mother-in-laws like her is why I was determined to NOT be “that” mother-in-law. A nice story about love, family, relationships, humor, and

When I first started listening to this book, I just wanted to roll my eyes. But as I got further into the book, I began to love the characters ... their past issues, their idiosyncrasies, their journeys. Watching Claire develop and mature was entertaining. She was such a nice person and it was heartwarming to see people support her and encourage her to achieve her wildest dreams. Miles was an amazing man. He had so many positive qualities. This is a delightful story of second

I loved the time I spent in the pages of Everything’s Coming Up Rosie. The book is full of delightful ... and a few less than delightful ... characters. As I lost myself in the story, it made me wonder how often we make our lives look better, more glamorous, richer, full of love than it really is. For those of us who struggle with self-esteem issues, this book will hit close to home. Experiencing Rosie’s struggle to be who she wants to be and how she feels inept compared to h

What an emotional read. This one deals with a huge amount of loss. Your heart will break as Kara experiences a multitude of heartache. But journeying with her as she handles life and the many changes and challenges she faces will have your heart aching for her. People she needs and the relationships she develops are supportive, and provide a good glimpse into how your life can be positively influence by love and care. Being the first book in the series, this introduces you to

I love Maddie Please books and how “women of a certain age” demonstrate they are not ready to be put out to pasture yet. Joy is my hero. She pulls up her big girl panties and decides it is time to discover what SHE wants in life. Amid humor, trials and tribulations of family dynamics, and the chance of a new life with a potential love interest, you will be in for a warm and cozy story that affirms that life does not end at 40. Grab a glass of wine and curl up with this deligh

The title and synopsis of this book caught my attention and I knew it was a had-to-read book. However, it was just an okay read. It did not grab me and hold me captive until I had finished reading it. The characters are well developed and are pretty much what drives the storyline. There is no real wow factor. It is just a story of friendships between the women. Their three POVs is interesting and the way they truly care for each other is touching. I think the best way to desc

First of all, I should have explored more about this title before I started to read it. I am not a fan of books in the fantasy or magical realism genres. So I was not the intended audience. The multiple POV aspect is interesting. But there did not seem to be much depth to the story. So I had trouble staying invested in the book. Though I think there are plenty of readers who will enjoy it. I will leave it up to you whether you think it is worth your time. Thank you to NetGall

This is the first book I have read in the Micklewick Bay series. And it was a perfect time to snuggle up under a warm blanket in my recliner and enjoy a cozy Christmas story. I think this worked okay as a standalone. But my reading would probably have been more enjoyable if I had grown to know the characters from the first three books in the series. I did enjoy getting to know Florrie and Ed. Their love for and excitement in running the Happy Hartes Bookshop was sweet to obse

This was a fun read. I loved the character interactions. They were well developed and the varied personalities were entertaining. As someone who has played the piano at many weddings and the former chair of the Wedding Hostess Committee at church, I have experienced wedding drama for which I should write a book! So this particular story was one I found myself enjoying. While experiencing wedding planning with the bride and groom and the MOB (mother of the bride) and MOG (moth

One of the best books I have ever read. The characters will grab your heart and squeeze tight. You will love some, hate some, and want to meet a lot of them. I wish they were real people! One warning before you open the first page, grab a couple of boxes of tissues. You will need them! You will find yourself sobbing and the next minute laughing a deep belly laugh. This book touches your soul and fills you up with love, laughter, and a sense of belonging. I hope you will open

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