“I hate sin.” It might be an unusual response to hearing that someone has cancer, but I say it every time. And for the record, I don’t think cancer is some Divine punishment for sin. That’s not what I’m saying. But because sin entered our world and corrupted God’s creation, we have things Continue Reading
What Did I Think Of Chosen People & Do I Recommend It?
I’ve read a lot of his work in the past, so signing up for a review copy of Robert Whitlow’s Chosen People was kind of a no-brainer. A story about a law firm going after terrorists in the wake of an American woman losing her life while saving her daughter’s? What’s not to love? So, once the Continue Reading
Is the Nantucket Legacy Worth the Time to Read?
Usually, when I hear anything remotely related to “Daylight Savings Time,” I want to throw things. Last night, however, it occurred to me that I’d have an extra hour to get my next review read--The Light Before Day. And that’s a good thing. Because when it comes to Suzanne Woods Fisher, I tend Continue Reading
Just How Did My Hours Get Spent Last Night?
One night of the year is “my night.” While the rest of the family is off doing their thing, I remain at home eating Chinese food, cleaning the house, and writing ridiculous parodies in an effort to bide my time for midnight. Time drags slower than it does when you’re five and it’s bedtime on Continue Reading
How Is My Dad Spinning in His Grave but Not Dead?
It began innocently enough with a parody on the "If you give a mouse a cookie" books. Just an innocent look into the mind of an author with a new character idea. The next year, on October 31, while I was handing out candy to ghouls masquerading as kids--or vice versa, it's hard to tell which Continue Reading
What Do You Do When You Want to Love a Book but Don’t
Sometimes, you get the chance to review more than one book in a series. It’s a gamble on several fronts. Often, the first book in a series is great, but the next one or two… not so much. Other times the first isn’t so good but subsequent ones in the series got progressively better—particularly Continue Reading
Here’s My Verdict on The Mending of Lillian Cathleen
The story gripped me—held me fast. Horrors that no one wants to think about played across the page and all without giving the kinds of details that readers don’t need. For that, I was grateful. So with all that, why did I find it hard to read such a fabulous story? Note: Links in this post Continue Reading
What about A Sparkle of Silver Shines Bright?
It happened again. If past experiences hadn’t worked out so well, I might have cried. Okay, if I was a crier. I suppose there is that. Liz Johnson started talking about her upcoming book—a mystery that takes place in Savannah, Georgia. In the 1920’s. Being solved today. Big old house. The Continue Reading
Why You Need to Dare to Dream Again
I saw the name—Alana Terry. Without even reading the synopsis, I filled out the form to request a review copy. See, I’ve learned something in the past year or so. If Alana has written it, I want to read it. Dare to Dream Again would be no exception. Two months passed. Then the moment came. Continue Reading
Who Doesn’t Love a Killer Christmas Gift?
As often happens, the cover grabbed me—specifically, the title on that cover. A Duel for Christmas. I mean, how often do people associate a duel with Christmas? What about a duel to provide your loved one with what she desires most in the world? What a killer gift! So, I requested a review copy Continue Reading
The First Exclusive Glimpse of the Next Not-So Fairy Tale
What began as a "short story" became a series beginning with Princess Paisley. Not satisfied with that story (a rather silly and ridiculous tale), I embarked on a journey to tell a real fairy tale--one full of adventure and courage. One that cost the hero dearly if he dared to be the hero. I think Continue Reading
What I Thought of Indivisible & Should I See the Movie?
“The book’s always better than the movie.” How many times have we heard that? And it’s almost always true I actually liked the end of The Count of Monte Cristo in the movie better than the book. The movie offers redemption that isn’t in the book. But mostly, yeah. If there’s a book, I’m Continue Reading
