This is a much more realistic retelling of King Arthur. In this book Arthur doesn’t come across as a myth so much as as a regular man. If that makes any sort of sense. In other stories there is this unreal quality about him but here we see him more human than myth. Peter Gibbons…
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A Skye Full of Stars by Sue Moorcroft | Book Review
In this one we meet Ezzie Wynter and follow her story which includes being newly promoted to managing Rothach Hall on the Isle of Skye for the Larsson family. She is preparing for winter and Christmas as the entire family is coming to stay. While Grete, the matriarch of the family is the first to…
The Pick-Pockets’ Plight by Lindsey Hutchinson | Book Review
The story picks up several years after the events of the first book, following Alice in England and BJ in Australia as they carve out new lives. Switching between their perspectives, the book shows both characters finding legal, hard-earned ways to survive, and highlights a world where persistence pays off and villains don’t always get…
Dark Secrets on Dressmakers’ Alley by Rosie Clarke | Book Review
This is an engaging read about a close-knit community, where most residents live nearby and share intertwined lives. Which was pretty normal for the time period which I enjoyed. I also enjoyed learning more about the fashion of the time. This book does a great job capturing the day-to-day lives of the characters, their work,…
Rebellion by Richard Cullen | Book Review
Trained as a squire, Estienne Wace navigates the turbulence of the time, developing his skills in battle and loyalty to his liege. The novel perfectly captures Estienne’s coming-of-age journey against the backdrop of medieval hardships, although I felt the pacing lagged a bit during his teenage years. It does pick back up after King John’s…
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…
Her Warrior’s Surprise Return by Ella Matthews | Book Review
Inseparable from childhood, Sorcha and Ruaidhri seemed destined for a life together, but a devastating betrayal tore them apart, leaving each to believe the other was responsible for their separation. Now, eight years later, they meet again as adversaries. Sorcha, now the chief of the Suibhne Clan, has fought to keep her clan together amid…
Angel of Death by Rob Sinclair | Book Review
Ryker, a former intelligence agent, offers everything you’d expect from a character living on the edge. He’s intelligent, ruthless, and fiercely loyal, having endured immense trauma, yet as the series unfolds, his deeply human and relatable side emerges. This book is packed with action and suspense, introducing a chilling antagonist, Ismail Karaman—a wealthy, seemingly untouchable…
In Italy For Love by Leonie Mack | Book Review
Julia Volpe decides to boldly move on from heartbreak but things don’t go as planned. With little money and nowhere to stay, she heads to a new town, trading labor for shelter while sorting out her passport. After meeting Alessandro “Alex” Mattelig, one night of passion seems like the perfect way to forget her past….
The Island Girls by Rachel Sweasey | Book Review
Rachel Sweasey’s The Island Girls masterfully blends history, love, and intrigue, offering vivid descriptions of Poole, Brownsea Island, and Brisbane. With a dual timeline and rich historical detail, it’s perfect for fans of wartime fiction, mystery, and romance. Peggy, the daughter of a fisherman, knows the waterways of Poole like the back of her hand….
