In elementary school, most Americans learn about the “first Thanksgiving” – a celebration held by the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock in honor of the Native Americans who aided their survival in unhospitable conditions. What if I told you that was only half the story? Yes, the settlers received aid and yes, there was in fact … Continue reading Mayflower
Stella Mae is just an average 15-year-old midwestern girl. She’s spending her time with friends at the roller rink where she catches the eye of the much older Bennie, fresh out of jail and trying to make a name for himself as a prize fighter. When flirting turns into love, Stella Mae makes a decision … Continue reading Under an Outlaw Moon
If you've followed me long, you'll know I LOVE Jack Ryan books. I'm on a journey to read through the Ryanverse in order of release, but jumped at the chance to read this book as soon as I could. This Most Anticipated Release comes out tomorrow...I know you'll love it! Thank you NetGalley and Penguin … Continue reading RELEASING TOMORROW: Tom Clancy Command and Control
Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Tom has been living in NYC for a couple of years now since his mom uprooted him from his hometown to follow her writing dreams in the big city. When they moved, he left behind his … Continue reading The Getaway List
Dimple and her parents are waiting on very important guests to arrive – her mother’s best friend and Karsh, the son they would like her to marry. Dimple wants nothing to do with this “tradition” and can’t wait for this evening to be over. But none of them have any idea the journey this night … Continue reading Born Confused
Another Most Anticipated Release of 2023 hits the shelves tomorrow! I'm excited to revisit my review of Kinfolk today - I don't normally re-read books, but I've already pre-ordered my copy of the book so I can read it again! While I really enjoyed listening to Dietrich read his work, I'm excited to sit down … Continue reading RELEASING TOMORROW: Kinfolk
When I hear the name T.E. Lawrence, my mind goes to the 1962 movie “Lawrence of Arabia” starring Peter O’Toole. I’m not sure I ever paid attention to the full story behind the legend of this man. Lawrence’s reputation was inflated in part by his own autobiography Seven Pillars of Wisdom that tracked his participation … Continue reading Lawrence in Arabia
The Owens women are all grown up. Kylie and Antonia are in college and choosing their own path in life…and love. Sally is running the Owens Library and trying to keep magic and love as far away as possible. Gillian is working in a research lab and embracing the family’s history of outsmarting the curse. … Continue reading The Book of Magic
Thank you NetGalley and Greenleaf Audiobooks for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Erika is sitting in the kitchen of her grandfather’s Tuscan estate with friends from America. She can’t believe that just a few months ago she was building a business and a life back in New York until … Continue reading Casalvento
The Island of the Blue Dolphins teems with wildlife – abalone, otter, giant squid, cormorants, and so many fish! Karana has been alone on the island for years. Her tribe left on a ship with white men after they were attacked by Aleuts and Russians, leaving Karana and her brother behind. Soon after, her brother … Continue reading Island of the Blue Dolphins
