Category: Fiction

Only Dead Leaves Fall by Vincent Donovan (Book Review #1640)

In the aftermath of the cataclysmic solar storm known as Sun-Kissed, the world lies in ruins, and amidst the chaos, Darlene Connolly navigates the scorched landscape, living on the edge with a heart fueled by revenge and desperation.

FOR LOVE OF SELF by Robin Reardon (Book Review #1639)

Reardon’s latest novel, set against the backdrop of the quaint town of Assisi, Vermont, delivers a heartwarming tale of Reverend Spencer Hill’s immersion into his newfound community. In this charming narrative, the author skillfully weaves a story that encompasses faith, found family, and the… Continue Reading “FOR LOVE OF SELF by Robin Reardon (Book Review #1639)”

Leaving Lisa: Loss, Recovery, and New Love by E.K. Mitchell (Book Review #1638)

‘Leaving Lisa’ is a romance fiction about Jason, who grieves the loss of his wife through an accident. Lisa owns an AI machine that talks to Jason and tells him what to do now with her ashes and how to rebuild his life through… Continue Reading “Leaving Lisa: Loss, Recovery, and New Love by E.K. Mitchell (Book Review #1638)”

Paper Targets – Art Can Be Murder by Steve S. Saroff (Book Review #1637)

‘Paper Targets’ is a crime thriller about Enzi, a person with dyslexia who is math-smart and becomes a successful computer coder. While he falls in love with a woman named Kaori, he also meets Tommy, who introduces him to cybercrime.

Cat’s Curse by Kelley Heckart (Book Review #1636)

‘Cat’s Curse’ is a paranormal historical romance. This is the first book of the trilogy. Set in Scotland, we witness a love story between a prince and a succubus, Aedan and Cardea. While they can’t be together as the prince cannot touch anyone, and… Continue Reading “Cat’s Curse by Kelley Heckart (Book Review #1636)”

Jaguar Dreams by Susan MacBryde (Book Review #1634)

‘Jaguar Dreams’ is a contemporary fiction based deep in the Amazon Basin, where a heavy wave rocks the ground, causing a split and spill of oil everywhere. Kichwa, our protagonist, witnesses wildlife and her villager’s life in danger.

A Coup by Phyllis Skoy (Book Review #1632)

‘A Coup’ is a women’s fiction. It is set in Istanbul when hell breaks loose, and she steps off a tram attempting to visit her friend, Adalet. There are gunshots and chaos, causing her to run into a soldier who creates much drama in… Continue Reading “A Coup by Phyllis Skoy (Book Review #1632)”

Something from Nothing: A Historical World Without the History By Marie McCurdy

I always feel a pang of envy for historical fiction authors whose chosen setting is a time and place where people kept records.

Janie Ligon’s Recipe for Revenge by Danny Levin (Book Review #1631)

‘Janie Ligon’s’ is a story about retaliation for a divorce Janie believes she should not be facing, and now her husband has to pay the price for it. It is a unique tale about how far someone will go, and they learn during the… Continue Reading “Janie Ligon’s Recipe for Revenge by Danny Levin (Book Review #1631)”