A Review of Holly and Nick Hate Christmas
Main CharactersHolly and Nick SettingOhio The First Line of the BookChristmas was so overrated. My Review Holly and Nick Hate Christmas is a fun and festive read! From the first chapters, I was hooked by the witty banter, laugh-out-loud moments, and the sparks flying between Holly and Nick. Betsy St. Amant blends humor, heart,…
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A Review of An Overdue Match
Main CharactersEvangeline and Tai SettingThe town of Little Creek The First Line of the BookLibraries aren’t famous for their penal codes, but some literary offenses deserve due punishments. My Review An Overdue Match is a beautifully written and deeply moving story. I was blown away by Evangeline’s journey as she navigates life with alopecia. Sarah…
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A Review of Petals and Plot Twists: A Whimsical Romance by Jenny Proctor
Main CharactersSophie and her best friend Peter Favorite CharacterSophie SettingSerendipity Springs The First Line of the BookIf my life were a romantic comedy, I’m not sure I’d be the main character. My Review Petals and Plot Twists is a sweet, magical friends-to-more romance that drew me right in. I loved Sophie and Peter’s story! Peter’s…
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A Review of The Serendipity: a whimsical romance by Emma St. Clair
Main CharactersWilla and Archer Favorite CharacterArcher SettingSerendipity Springs The First Line of the BookSome men, when dealing with a not-quite-midlife crisis, might take an extended vacation. My Review The Serendipity is a fun, whimsical start to a new series! I loved Willa’s unexpected adventure-one minute she’s looking for a sweater, the next she’s in the…
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A Review of Sidelined by Love by Liz Johnson
Main CharactersZoe and Grant Favorite CharacterZoe SettingColorado Springs My Review Sidelined by Love is Liz Johnson’s first sports romance, and she knocked it out of the park! Zoe and Grant are complete opposites, which made their dynamic so much fun to watch unfold. Their chemistry, banter, and unexpected connection hooked me from the start. This…
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A Review of Misfortune and Mr. Right by Savannah Scott
Main CharactersOlivia and Logan Favorite CharacterOlivia SettingSerendipity Springs The First Line of the Book”Slow down!” Megan shouts from behind me. “It’s not a race.” My Review Misfortune and Mr. Right is such a sweet, feel-good romance! I loved how Olivia and Logan kept getting pushed together by those unexpected fortune cookies, which were a perfect…
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A Review of First Love, Second Draft by Becca Kinzer
Main CharactersGracie and Noah Favorite CharacterGracie SettingCentral Illinois The First Line of the BookMariners continue wild ride into postseason playoffs. Seattle manager shakes up roster, shocks fans. My Review First Love, Second Draft by Becca Kinzer is an absolute delight! I loved every bit of this charming story. The lovable characters, the laugh-out-loud moments, and…
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A Review of Sunrise Reef by Irene Hannon
Main CharactersBren and Noah Favorite CharacterBren SettingHope Harbor The First Line of the BookWas something burning? Bren Ryan stopped reading the instructions on the tube of hair dye in her hand, destined for use later today, and frowned at her reflection in the bathroom mirror. My Review Sunrise Reef by Irene Hannon is another heartwarming…
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A Review of Sometimes You Stay by Liz Johnson
Main CharactersCretia and Finn Favorite CharacterCretia SettingPrince Edward Island The First Line of the BookLucretia Martin wasn’t willing to call a single corner of the world home. My Review Sometimes You Stay by Liz Johnson is a heartfelt, beautifully written story set on the stunning shores of Prince Edward Island. I loved following Cretia Martin,…
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A Review of No Place Like Home by Betsy St. Amant
Main CharactersRosalyn and Cade Favorite CharacterRosalyn SettingMagnolia Bay The First Line of the BookIf a guy had to eat a few frog legs to save the family legacy, Cade Landry better find a bib. My Review No Place Like Home by Betsy St. Amant is a sweet and heartfelt story of second chances. I loved…
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A Review of A Season to Love by Nicole Deese
Main CharactersPatrick and Willa Favorite CharacterWilla SettingLennox, Oregon The First Line of the BookI could have promised my daughter anything – a pony, a princess, a rainbow in a bottle-but instead, I promised her something equally unattainable: my bravery. My Review A Season to Love by Nicole Deese is a beautifully written story about healing,…
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A Review of Kate Landry Has a Plan by Rebekah Millet
Main CharactersKate and Micah Favorite CharacterMicah SettingNew Orleans The First Line of the BookThe bride’s bouquet arced through the air, targeting me like a deployed missile. My Review Kate Landry Has a Plan is a delightful story full of charm, second chances, and unexpected blessings. Kate is already juggling so much; emotional wounds from a…
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A Review of So Into You by Kathleen Fuller
Main CharactersBritt and Hunter Favorite CharacterBritt SettingAllen, Texas The First Line of the BookLights? Check. Sound? Check. Script? Check. My Review So Into You by Kathleen Fuller is a sweet opposites-attract romance that completely drew me in. I loved watching Britt slowly come out of her shell and gain confidence, while Hunter wrestled with feeling…
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A Review of Uneasy Street by Becky Wade
Main CharactersMax and Sloane Favorite CharacterSloane SettingMaine The First Line of the BookI’ve waited four years for this day, and it’s finally here. My Review Uneasy Street is a great conclusion to Becky Wade’s Sons of Scandal series. I absolutely loved Max and Sloane’s story. It was full of heart, growth, and redemption. Max did…
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A Review of Austen by Susan May Warren
Main CharactersAusten and Declan Favorite CharacterAusten SettingKey West and the Sea The First Line of the BookRule Number One: Don’t run away from the shark My Review *Note: The links in these post are affiliate links. This means that I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support of…
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A Review of The Guest Book by Marybeth Whalen
Main CharactersMacy, Max and Brenda Favorite CharacterMacy SettingSunset Beach The First Line of the BookDear Macy, I feel like writing this is breaking the rules for us. My Review *Note: The links in these post are affiliate links. This means that I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for…
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A Review of Memory Lane by Becky Wade
Memory Lane takes many unexpected twists and turns. It’s filled with mystery, romance, and humor. I love how Becky addressed sensitive topics and how healing and restoration come from God. I highly recommend this book. I can’t wait for the next book in the series!
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A Review of O Little Town – A Romance Christmas Collection
Main CharactersEmma and FrederickEleanor and GideonCaleb and Rachel Favorite CharacterEleanor SettingMapleview, Michigan The First Line of the Book”Have a wonderful weekend,” Emma Trowbridge called to the last of her departing students as they clamored down the steps of the redbrick schoolhouse into a crisp, cloudy afternoon.” My Review A sweet collection of stories set…
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A Review of The Secret Life of Sarah Hollenbeck by Bethany Turner
Bethany Turner is hands down one of my favorite authors! I am going back and reading her books I haven't read yet. The Secret Life of Sarah Hollenbeck is quite the page-turner. I love how Sarah's story reminds us that no matter what our past God redeems it and uses it for His glory. Sarah and Ben's love story is swoon-worthy. I loved this book and highly recommend it!
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A Review of The Printed Letter Bookshop by Katherine Reay
Join me at the Printed Letter Bookstore for a beautiful story of healing, hope and friendship! Katherine Raey weaved an incredible story where Madeline, Claire, and Janet felt like my dear friends. I cried with them, cheered them on, and even told them what to do. I grew in my walk with the Lord as a result of their story. I loved this book and highly recommend it!
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