I love a good unplanned pregnancy book. I am one of those readers who just enjoys this plot, maybe it is because I can’t get pregnant myself. I don’t know but when done right this plotline works well and let me tell you that Heather Grey did it right! It wasn’t happy that suddenly we…
Contemporary Romance
About Last Night by Christie McKellen | Book Review
There was so much promise in this story that I was eager to read it but I felt like the light hearted stuff just didn’t blend well with the more serious themes. I am all for a little humor when things get heavy but it felt like it just didn’t mesh well. Lula was amazing…
A Winter Wedding a Primrose Hall by Jill Steeples | Book Review
The weather here recently turned cold so reading the cozy, festive atmosphere of this book instantly made me feel like I was in a winter wonderland! This is the final book of the series which I didn’t know at the time but still enjoyed. I loved that I understood who the characters were and didn’t…
A Modern Midlife Christmas Carol by Alana Oxford | Book Review
In this story, Eliza, her husband Jacob, and their two teenagers typically spend Christmas with Eliza’s widowed mother. However, this year, Jacob insists on taking the family to his brother Edward and sister-in-law Dymond’s house for the holiday—a five-hour trip that only Jacob is excited about. The story is narrated by Eliza, a midlife wife…
Coincidentally in Venice by Kate Zarrelli | Book Review
This book begins with two best friends, Ashley and Juliet planning to go to Venice then Covid hits and their plans are put on hold. However they see the city through webcams until they are able to finally make the trip. I will say this book had a lot going on. I enjoyed the friendship…
The Next Step by B R Maycock | Book Review
The Next Step is the third book in B.R. Maycock’s Abbeyglen series, but it easily stands alone as a delightful Christmas romance. The story centers on two women, Rachel and Natalie. Rachel is navigating the dating world and feels the pull for a fresh start, while Natalie, a mother of two, faces new possibilities when…
Falling For Provence by Alison Roberts | Book Review
Alison Roberts’ novel provides a heartwarming and enjoyable escape, with characters that feel real and relatable. The story centers on the Gilchrist sisters—Laura, Fiona, and Ellie—who inherit a neglected stone house in Provence from their estranged uncle. Laura, a practical estate agent, sees the potential for a profitable renovation, while Ellie, still mourning the loss…
The Start of the Story by Jane Lovering | Book Review
Rowan has the job that everyone wants. I know I would love it. She makes a living investigating and writing about folklore. In fact, you would have thought she would have pleased when a visiting professor wants to dig around a local landmark that is happens to be not far from the cottage that Rowan…
A French Country Escape by Jennifer Bohnet | Book Review
A French Country Escape was everything I hoped for! One of the standout features of this book is the strong family bonds between the characters. Siblings Freddie and Sasha embark on a move to France together during a tough time in their lives, while Ingrid and Peter do everything they can to support their daughter,…
Coming Home to Starr’s Fall by Kate Hewitt | Book Review
While things aren’t picture-perfect in this quaint town, I appreciated that it wasn’t your typical small-town romance—it had its own unique twist. Laurie is such a sweet character, dealing with some deep trauma from her past, and I really enjoyed following her emotional journey. Her slow-burn romance with Joshua was tender and heartwarming, with just…
