Rosemere may be the only way to preserve his legacy. But it may also cost him his happiness. I finished this book last night, pleasantly surprised that I had not been able to predict the ending after all. When I read the first page, I thought I knew how things would play out, but Sarah Ladd stumped … [Read more...] about The Headmistress of Rosemere by Sarah E. Ladd
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Carolina Gold by Dorothy Love
The war is over, but her struggle is just beginning.This novel is based on a woman who experienced the struggles and heartache of trying to rebuild a rice plantation during Reconstruction. And since I live near those very swamplands, I knew I would enjoy this look at the Antebellum South--and one … [Read more...] about Carolina Gold by Dorothy Love
My One Word for 2014: Rise
This makes for five. And five carries significance on its wings somehow, someway. You see, for five years in a row I've asked God for a word. Just one word. One word to shape me, one word to break me, one word to reflect on throughout the year. One word to remain unchanging as I … [Read more...] about My One Word for 2014: Rise
The Captive Maiden by Melanie Dickerson
Happily Ever After ...Or Happily Nevermore?I always enjoy Melanie Dickerson's fairytale retellings and this one was no different. In fact, The Captive Maiden is my favorite of all of Melanie's novels. And not just because it's Cinderella's story.I loved how she brought the stepmother and … [Read more...] about The Captive Maiden by Melanie Dickerson
Love’s Refuge by Sandra Leesmith
An isolated island girl with painful memories. A dedicated city boy with a wild past. What will it cost for them both to find a refuge from their storms? I don't often read contemporary romances (I'm more fond of historicals), but this one swept me away. Skye is a recluse who isn't quite hiding … [Read more...] about Love’s Refuge by Sandra Leesmith
The Unlikely Debut of Ellie Sweet by Stephanie Morrill
In fiction, everything always comes together, but in real life, it seems that hard work isn’t always enough, the people you love can’t always be trusted, and the dream-come-true of publishing her book could be the biggest mistake she’s made yet. I literally just finished Stephanie Morrill's … [Read more...] about The Unlikely Debut of Ellie Sweet by Stephanie Morrill
