I enjoy reading historical fiction books. This was a different focus than my typical read because it was set during the Civil War. The picture the author paints of Joetta McBride is interesting. What an amazing woman and I grew to admire her determined to remain neutral in the war between the states amidst the war that begins in her own back yard. Donna Everhart does a great job at creating characters for whom you care about and situations that will touch you emotionally. Tha

Wow! This first book in the Sutherlin Files series by Ashley Farley will grab you from the beginning and you will find yourself flipping through the pages as fast as you can to help solve the murder mystery. The characters are well developed and you will grow to love some while despising others. The suspense is intense with nonstop action. Watching Detective Lane Sutherlin return home to Tidewell, Virginia and having to deal with extremely emotional matters was at times heart

This is a story of relationships ... family, friends, and past loves. A heartfelt tale set in Mississippi amid the love and support of Edie’s grandmother and her closeknit group of friends, the Ten Spots. When you open the book and absorb the first word, you will be enveloped in grace, caring, support, second chances, and forgiveness. Hidden secrets, self-discovery, and healing are sprinkled throughout the book. It was touching to see the characters discover the “light” of ho

Ashley Farley has the gift of bringing the characters to life ... ordinary people you would know from your everyday life. This story is full of emotion which is something else the author does well. A sense of community and caring with a little twist with have you absorbing the words. The characters are richly developed and will have you emotionally invested in the story. From grief to hoe to second chances to love ... you will close the book with a sigh and a smile on your f

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

I know that every time I pick up a book by Sharon Mondragón, I am in for a delightful treat. Her gift with words touches me and I find...

I have enjoyed both of the books in the Cajun Country series and can’t wait to enjoy more adventures with Maggie and the people of...

A story filled with secrets. This dual timeline book will have you assuming you have it all figured out. The relationships that have...

This is a story of small town relationships ... family, friends, enemies. The characters are well developed. And while there are a lot of...