While recently recovering from minor surgery, I had the opportunity to read Amanda Wen’s new book, The Songs That Could Have Been. This is the second book in Sedgewick County Chronicles series that I have reviewed – and Amanda is quickly becoming my favorite new author! I love how her stories transport you to another…
I recently was given the opportunity to read Carolyn Miller’s new book, Midnight’s Budding Morrow. While this was a typical romance novel, I loved how Carolyn focuses on women who are slightly older and have fewer opportunities for marriage. In fact, she has an entire series dedicated to whisking readers away from the hustle and…
I had the pleasure of reading Janyre Trump’s debut novel, Shadows in the Mind’s Eye. The book transports you to 1940’s Hot Springs, Arkansas where Charlotte’s husband Sam has returned from serving his country in the Pacific theater. He is not the same man who Charlotte fell in love with – he is broken and…
Located in a tucked-away corner of Urbana’s Monument Square, Nottadog Cafe is a unique restaurant that serves delicious steak dogs, savory sides, specialty drinks, and more. You won’t find a typical hot dog here! “Nottadogs” are delicious steak dogs made with 100% steak, seasonings, and spices, along with other fresh ingredients. This is not a…
I love historical romance, especially ones set in England or Ireland. When I was given the opportunity to read and review The Indebted Earl by Erica Vetsch, I was excited to get my copy and begin reading. I immediately was transported into the story – and, to be honest, I laid in bed the entire…
Last week, I finished the sweetest book – A Dance in Donegal by Jennifer Deibel. The story centers around Moira Doherty who returns to her mother’s village in Ireland to teach the village children. While there, she must rely on strangers to help her solve the mystery behind the rumors about her mom. With my…
Whenever I get an opportunity to review a book, I get excited – especially if it is a new novel like Roots of Wood and Stone by Amanda Wen! She has balanced today and yesteryear in an easy-to-read, heart-warming story about love and family. Keep reading to see my thoughts and enter a giveaway for…
Andrew Huff’s breakout first novel is reminiscent of my Jack Bauer and 24 watching days. I lived and breathed for the next installment. Andrew Huff’s new book is the same way – I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough to find out what happened next. Move over Jack, John Cross is here to save the…