Category Archives: Beach Read

Upcoming Beach Read from Jill Mansell

This is my first Jill Mansell read, although I do not know why as I am always adoring of her book covers.  But no matter how long it took me to get here, I am here thrilled to be part … Continue reading

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Book Tour Stop & Giveaway – THE RAILWAY MAN’S WIFE

Ashley Hay is the author of THE RAILWAY MAN’S WIFE that is finding a new audience stateside following the recognition and accolades it received in both Australia and the U.K.  Hay’s novel drew me to it each and every day even thought at times … Continue reading

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Opening Day for Starstruck Book Tour

A chance to read a novel about Broadway, yes; and a novel that features the behind the scenes of a new Broadway production, yes.  I could not be more thrilled to join this Chick Lit Plus Blog Tour.  And the … Continue reading

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Another in A Series of Delicious Novels

Earlier this year I read my first Jenny Colgan novel The Loveliest Chocolate Shop in Paris and I ate it up one chocolate treat at a time. I jumped at the chance to join the Sourcebooks Landmark book tour for … Continue reading

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Linda Francis Lee Knocked Me Out With THE GLASS KITCHEN

Three Cuthcart sisters growing up in Texas: Portia, Olivia and Cordelia. Out of the blue the girls learn that Portia has a gift and it is one that has been passed down generation after generation in the family. The gift … Continue reading

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Oh How I Love a Vintage Read

VINTAGE by Susan Gloss from William Morrow is that perfect start to the summer reading season novel.  Once you visit Violet Turner’s vintage clothing store Hourglass Village in Madison, WI. you will want to stay. Things are very good for … Continue reading

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A Fable of Books and Those Who Love Them

THE STORIED LIFE OF A.J. FIKRY by Gabrielle Zevin is a quick and on its surface sweet novel.  But upon reflection there are many hidden lessons to be learned and I am sure I have missed more then one. Zevin … Continue reading

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Still Time to Read TIME FLIES Before Summer is Gone

Claire Cook is a much-anticipated summer read for me since 2010 with THE WILDWATER WALKING CLUB. Every year thereafter there has been another novel from Cook: SEVEN YEAR SWITCH, BEST STAGED PLANS AND WALLFLOWER IN BLOOM. Cook’s novels always feature … Continue reading

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Blog Hop – A HUNDRED SUMMERS

It is my turn to celebrate the release of A HUNDRED SUMMERS by Beatriz Williams on May 30th. My quote is from page 325: I think the cover of this book is exquisite and was thrilled to be able to … Continue reading

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