My spoiler-free “A Sound Among the Trees” review dives into Susan Meissner’s artful prose, a haunting Virginia mansion, strong characters—and why the Civil War aspect arrives disappointingly late.
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RIP TIDE (Lisa T. Bergren) – YA Romantic Time-Travel Sequel
A YA romantic time-travel sequel, perfect for the reader who enjoys clean romance, action, and a medieval setting!
WAIT FOR ME (Jody Hedlund) – Clean, Time-Travel Romance Finale
Positive review of “Wait For Me” by Jody Hedlund, the latest book in the “Waters of Time” time-travel romance series.
POLDARK (Winston Graham) – A Timeless Historical Fiction Series
This honest Poldark review explores Winston Graham’s sweeping historical fiction series set at Cornwall’s rugged coast.
THE WAGER (David Grann) – A Gripping Tale of Survival & Resilience
Looking for a gripping historical nonfiction read? “The Wager” by David Grann tells the unbelievable true story of shipwreck and survival. Read my review now!
THE WOMEN (Kristin Hannah) – Gritty, Heavy Vietnam War Novel
A gritty, honest story of one nurse in Vietnam and her experiences. A true tribute to those who served but not for the faint of heart.
THRONE OF GLASS (Sarah J. Maas) – A Great Start to High Fantasy Series
The first in Sarah J. Maas’s “Throne of Glass” series – a strong start with good pacing and interesting characters!
A HEART FOR FREEDOM (Chai Ling) – Unflinching Memoir of Tiananmen, Escape & Activism
Honest A Heart for Freedom review. Tiananmen student leader Chai Ling recalls protest, daring escape, U.S. life & fight for China’s daughters.
THE WOMAN THEY COULD NOT SILENCE (Kate Moore) – Impactful Historical Nonfiction
In 1860, as the United States was on the brink of the Civil War, one woman was already entrenched in a battle – with her own husband. Theophilus Packard had been plotting and scheming against his wife for her intellect, outspokenness, and her unwillingness to conform to his religious views.
LUCK & LAST RESORTS (Sarah Grunder Ruiz) – Yachting Rom-Com Sequel
Luxury yacht sequel, “Luck and Last Resorts,” explores characters Nina & Ollie and their on-again-off-again love.