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Book review, Fiction, History, Romance

Review: The Harlot Countess

Available now: The Harlot Countess (Wicked Deceptions) *** 3 stars:  Liked it, through and through Betrayal and misunderstandings are hard to overcome in The Harlot Countess. Recommended readers: If you love historical romance If you like a romance that overcomes misunderstandings Here’s my Rankings: 3/5 for characters 3.5/5 for plot 3/5 overall REVIEW FROM BOOKS FOR HER: When Lady Hawkin’s debut goes from magical to heartbreaking, she learns to … Continue reading Review: The Harlot Countess

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4 Star Review, Book review, Fiction, History, Romance

Book Review: Tiffany Girl

Available May 5: Tiffany Girl: A Novel **** 4 stars: Loved it! Part heartwarming and part heartbreaking, Tiffany Girl is the perfect read for historical fiction lovers. Recommended readers: If you like independent females in historical times Historical fiction lovers with a dash of romance Here’s my Rankings: 4/5 characters 4/5 plot 4/5 overall REVIEW FROM BOOKS FOR HER: At the turn of the century in … Continue reading Book Review: Tiffany Girl

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The Daring Exploits of a Runaway Heiress

Available this week: The Daring Exploits of a Runaway Heiress ***3.5/5 stars – Liked it to the edge of love- a stage 1 crush. Adorable humor and accidental wittiness abound in Victoria Alexander 5th book of the Millworth Manor series. Recommended readers: If you like witty dialogue with your historical romance If you’re a fan of Victoria Alexander and the Millworth Manor series Here’s my Rankings: 3/5 for characters 4/5 … Continue reading The Daring Exploits of a Runaway Heiress

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The Scoundrel and the Debutante

Available April 28: The Scoundrel and the Debutante (The Cabot Sisters Book 3) ****3.5/5 stars– Liked it to the edge of love- a stage 1 crush. Julia London excites (literally) in this Regency romance featuring a bit of American flare. Recommended readers: If you like Regency Romance especially Julia London If  you like a little heat in your romances If you enjoy a lighthearted, witty fun read Here’s … Continue reading The Scoundrel and the Debutante

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4 Star Review, 5 Star Review, Book review, Chic Lit, Fiction, History, Romance

The Beekeeper’s Daughter

Available April 14: The Beekeeper’s Daughter: A Novel ****4.5/5 stars- Loved it and probably stayed up all night reading and developing real feelings for fictional people. Another great read from Montefiore, The Beekeeper’s Daughter inspired a mix of fictional enjoyment and reflection. Recommended readers: If you like fiction with some depth If you think you’re really so different from your mother and if you like family drama, romance … Continue reading The Beekeeper’s Daughter

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Book review, Chic Lit, Fiction, Romance

Review: Beautiful Secret

Available today: Beautiful Secret ****3.5/5 stars– Liked it to the edge of love- a stage 1 crush. Laid back California girl meets uptight exec in this fun, fast chic lit read. Recommended readers: If you like chic lit you just can’t put down If you are 35 or younger (but prove me wrong) If you’re a fan of Notting Hill the movie Here’s my Rankings: 4/5 for characters 3/5 for plot 3.5/5 … Continue reading Review: Beautiful Secret

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Oyster launches new online store

In a move to compete with Amazon.com’s ebook sales, Oyster, the monthly book subscription service for $9.95, is now going to sell ebooks.  The new option is likely a move to provide readers with access to new releases and other books that aren’t available through their subscription site. Here’s a look at the online store:   According to cnet.com, “Even with these changes, Oyster still faces … Continue reading Oyster launches new online store

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Debut Author Review: Decorum

Available March 31: Decorum, a debut novel by Kaaren  Christopherson ***3.5/5 stars – Liked it to the edge of love- a stage 1 crush. An evolving New York society love story gives Decorum a Downton-Abbey feel. Recommended readers: If you like Downton Abbey If you like turn of the century and reading about women who change with it Here’s my Rankings: 3/5 for characters 4/5 for plot 3.5/5 overall 1/5 steaminess … Continue reading Debut Author Review: Decorum

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Clean Reader App

Does the f-word ever throw off your reading experience? Or do you have a young reader in your house and want to ensure age appropriate content?  Clean Reader app is available on both Android and iOS and tries to clean up strong language in books. With three filter levels from mild censorship to the original book, Clean Reader find offensive words like bitch to lesser versions like … Continue reading Clean Reader App

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5 Star Review, Book review, Fiction, History, Romance

At the Water’s Edge by Sara Gruen

Available this week: At the Water’s Edge: A Novel *****5/5 stars Another historically compelling, deeply personal novel by Sara Gruen, At the Water’s Edge is a great read. Recommended readers: Book clubs Those who like multiple genres in one book – historical, coming of age, romance and more And if you liked Water for Elephants. Here’s my Rankings: 5/5 characters 5/5 plot 5/5 overall REVIEW FROM BOOKS … Continue reading At the Water’s Edge by Sara Gruen

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