Rating: 9.5 General Rating: Clever. That’s my biggest comment on this age-old did-the-husband-kill-his-wife story. Skip factor: None. Not a word. Who should read: Anyone who likes whodunits. Favorite line: That’s what rich guys with small penises do. They buy Porsches. (If this doesn’t decrease Porsch buying, nothing will. I’m surprised they … Read more
Rating: 9 General Rating: I’m not a historical-fiction fan, but who isn’t interested in the Lindbergh kidnapping? Skip factor: Less than 1%. Who should read: Historical fiction lovers (of course), people interested in kidnap crime, the Lindberghs, or good writing. Summary: This is the story of the 1932 Lindberg kidnapping as seen through the eyes of … Read more
Valentine’s Day can be hard. My husband, Jeff, and I understand. We buried our sweet little girl, Jackie, thirty-nine years ago today. She lived only a day. And though the decades have been good to us, the memory of her lingers like a soft whisper. A quiet breath you hear but can’t make out, so … Read more
Rating: 9.5 General Rating: Mad Honey is a book for the soul. It coaxes compassion and empathy from its readers. While fiction, its storyline is pertinent in today’s world and a widely important theme. I wish everyone would take the time to read. Skip factor: 0%. That’s how you know it’s a good one. I … Read more
Rating: 9 General Rating: If you enjoyed Kristin Hannah’s The Nightingale, you’ll also like The Book of Lost Names. Seventy-six percent of over 28,000 readers rated this book five stars. Skip factor: Nothing. Who should read: If you love good writing or World War II stories, this book is definitely for you. Most heart wrenching line: … Read more
Rating: 9.0 General Rating: A wonderful story that jumps between the lives of thirty-something Valencia and eighty-something Mrs. Valentine. Skip factor: 0% I skipped nothing. This is the second book I’ve read by Krause and I’ve skipped 0% in both. Simply, I love her writing. Who should read: Women who like good writing and unique stories, … Read more
Rating: 10 General Rating: If you’ve ever wondered how a girl could find herself in an abusive relationship, read Colleen Hoover’s It Ends with Us. Skip factor: 1%. Only a little at the beginning when I thought it was a romance novel. Who should read: Women and girls of any age. Summary: I’ll admit this begins … Read more
Happy April Fool’s Month! Who’s that friend who makes you laugh the most? Email your funniest friend experience to [email protected], and I’ll e-mail you a free e-book copy of one of my chick-lit books—your choice! I’ve heard from lots of women about friend mishaps since I wrote the first story of Nikki’s unquenchable thirst for … Read more
I do. I can’t stop buying books…old books, new books, paperbacks, ebooks…it matters naught to me. If one sparks my interest, I’m whipping out the credit card or pressing the “Buy Now” button. And those old Library Book Sales? OMG! Dont’ let me go. I used to take ten dollars but ended up scraping change … Read more
(Above are: Sonnie, Annie, Rachel & Chase) Ever thought of someone, then they called? Had a Deja Vu feeling as if you’ve been somewhere you couldn’t possibly have been? Felt like someone was watching you? If so, you’ll like my new book of short stories, The Dream Diaries about extraordinary kids with intuitive gifts. Though fictional, readers … Read more
