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The Bauer Ranch by Michael J. Stiehl (Book Review #1985)
*The Bauer Ranch* by Michael J. Stiehl is a chilling and atmospheric tale that seamlessly blends dark magic, horror, and a quest for redemption. The novel follows Abel Reed, a man resurrected from the dead, cursed with immortality, and forced into a perilous mission by a powerful sorceress. His target is Colonel Heinrich Bauer, a ruthless landowner whose dark secrets are buried deep within his cursed ranch. As Abel makes his way through the eerie, desolate Colorado landscape, he uncovers unspeakable horrors that will test both his strength and his sanity.
Read MoreIn Between by Nataša Dragnić (Book Review #1984)
Nataša Dragnić’s *In Between* is a stirring novel that dives into the complex, hidden spaces of the human heart with a narrative that is as delicate as it is profound. Set against the picturesque backdrop of France, the story introduces Brigitte, a German businesswoman grieving the loss of her son, and Christian, a French bookseller carrying his own wounds from love lost. Their unexpected meeting in a cozy Dijon cake shop sparks an unlikely connection that grows deeper with each shared moment, dancing and conversation—an antidote to their solitude.
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Crossing the Blue Ridge: A Tale of King’s Mountain by L. E. Denton (Book Review #1983)
*Crossing the Blue Ridge: A Tale of King’s Mountain* by L. E. Denton is an immersive and gripping historical novel set during the turbulent years leading up to and during the American Revolution. The story follows Caleb Anders, a young man fleeing an abusive father in 1774, as he embarks on a journey to the American frontier. Along the way, he forms an alliance with Nate Daniel, and the two set up a fur trading business in the rugged lands of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Read MoreWanton Troopers by Lindsey Erith (Book Review #1982)
*Wanton Troopers* by Lindsey Erith is a captivating historical romance that blends danger, intrigue, and passion in a tumultuous time of political division. Set against the backdrop of the English Civil War, the story follows Hugh Malahide, a disillusioned Royalist, as he navigates a world filled with betrayal, loyalty, and forbidden love.
Read MoreSara My Sara: A Memoir of Friendship and Loss by Florence Wetzel (Book Review #1982)
In Sara My Sara, Florence Wetzel offers a heartfelt and poignant exploration of friendship, loss, and resilience in the face of grief. This memoir beautifully captures the bond between the author’s elderly mother, Marion, and her housekeeper, Sara, who become unlikely companions in their shared journey. Wetzel’s writing shines as she details how the warmth of this newfound friendship blossoms during Marion’s illness, creating a profound connection that transcends the caregiver-client dynamic.
Read MoreThe Mantle of the Past by Lewis A. D. A’Mbra (Book Review #1981)
*The Mantle of the Past*, the first book in the *A Scattering of Leaves* series, is a mesmerizing work of historical fantasy that immerses readers in the mythic world of Kolgennon. Set against the backdrop of a crumbling empire, the story unfolds in the aftermath of the death of the King of Kings, whose passing has left his vast domain vulnerable to civil war, rebellion, and rising tensions. Generals fight for control, while old enemies and forgotten powers stir from the edges of civilization, threatening to reshape the future.
Read MoreThe Last Streamers of Confetti on New Year’s Eve by Kenneth Nichols Fecteau and Judy Nichols Fecteau (Book Review #1980)
*The Last Streamers of Confetti on New Year’s Eve* by Kenneth Nichols Fecteau and Judy Nichols Fecteau is an electrifying blend of paranormal adventure, historical fiction, and indigenous spirituality. The novel centers on Mandy, Lizzy, Hugo, and Yerma, four members of the Mistook Tribe, who find themselves caught between the present and their past lives during a writing assignment at a haunted hotel. As they undergo a powerful vision quest, they are thrust into a thrilling journey that takes them back to 1928 New Orleans, where their past selves, Zoey and Desiree, are tasked with ridding the French Quarter of a dangerous gang.
Read MoreA Story About Pizza by Erica D’Arcangelo (Book Review #1979)
Erica D’Arcangelo’s *A Story About Pizza* is a heartwarming and nostalgic journey through the life of her grandfather, Pietro, an Italian immigrant whose dream was to bring a piece of his homeland to the bustling streets of Windber, Pennsylvania. Through the lens of Pietro’s journey, D’Arcangelo weaves a touching narrative about the trials and triumphs of Italian-American immigrants, the cultural fusion that shaped their lives, and the enduring legacy of family tradition, all centered around the beloved dish—pizza.
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