“Recasting the Vote”, by Cathleen D Cahill, is in four parts divided by time periods: 1890-1913, 1913-1917, 1917-1920 and 1920-1928 and focuses on five women of colour: Gertrude Simmons Bonnin, … Read More ›
In “Rhythms for Life”, Alastair Sterne sets out to help the reader develop a plan for growing in Christlikeness. Based in the fifth century, monastic tradition, he defines the rule … Read More ›
Poppy Denby is back in the latest addition to the “Poppy Denby Investigates” series by Fiona Veitch Smith. Each one of these novels stands alone and is a treat in … Read More ›
“Adventures in Eden”, by Carolyn Mullet, with it’s gorgeous cover was to be an indulgence for me. The back cover copy implied it would be a walkthrough, from my couch, … Read More ›
What You Said to Me by Olivia Newport is a continuation of the Tree of Life series which began with The Inn at Hidden Run. Genealogist, Jillian and family lawyer, Nolan are … Read More ›
If you haven’t read a Jen Turano mystery romance, you’ve been missing out! “To Steal a Heart”, the first in the Bleecker Street Inquiry Agency series, is a great addition … Read More ›
“Reading people was part of Wyatt Jennings’s job, and judging by the look on his boss’s face, the news wasn’t good.” Opening line of “Autumn Skies” by Denise Hunter Having … Read More ›
I have previously enjoyed the sweet novels from Betsy St Amant and “The Key to Love” has her gorgeous and vivid writing style but felt a little more serious than … Read More ›
I am a fan of Sarah E. Ladd’s writing and her latest, “The Light of Wyndcliff” is beautifully crafted. However, the back cover copy felt a little like a spoiler … Read More ›
To summarise and review a Lori Benton novel is always a challenge! In each, she packs such emotion into so much history. She digs deep into hard topics and brings … Read More ›
“Botanical Art Techniques” makes a lot of big promises in the back cover copy…and delivers on every one and then some! I have been fascinated by the botanical art being … Read More ›
During lockdown, I had my mum, Karren Hodgkins, guest blog here and the statistics show visitors enjoyed her book reviews as much as I do. I’ve invited to be a … Read More ›
When picking up a Max Lucado, you are guaranteed to have relatable, real-life stories entwined with Biblical truths and “You Are Never Alone” is no exception. The timing of the … Read More ›