A Ruff Royal Christmas - book review

A Ruff Royal Christmas

by Karen Schaler

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Princess Ava is busy planning the perfect Christmas Eve event in honour of her late father. Things are going according to plan except when Ava’s mother the Queen announces that they will now have a royal dog which will be introduced at the event. Along with the mischievous dog comes his trainer, Justin. Justin is laid back and ready to take on Ava and Stormy the dog. The Queen announces she is going on a short trip and trusts that Ava will have everything under control. It sounds good except for when Stormy the rambunctious pup decides to escape. What happens next is a whirlwind chase through the town and countryside trying to catch Stormy. Can Ava and Justin find Stormy before Christmas Eve? Will they find more than just an adorable dog when they spend time together?

This book was such a fun read. The characters are all witty and I loved the banter between them all. It was a fresh fun plot and the story kept me engaged throughout the book. Thank you to the author Karen Schaler, HawkTale Publishing and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy which I voluntarily read and reviewed. The perfect holiday story friends.

Thank you so much for stopping by the farmhouse. Lynn 

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I Just Wish I Had A Bigger Kitchen - Book Review

I Just Wish I Had A Bigger Kitchen

by Kate Strickler

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Do you scroll social media posts wishing you had the perfect life you see on line? The children with white dresses picking flowers in a field with their mother? Or maybe it’s the designer bedroom that is making you want to head right to Pottery Barn? How about instead of scrolling you learn to love the life you already have? Is that even possible to embrace your chaos?

Kate Strickler teaches you in her humorous, light hearted, real life world how to do just that! Each chapter is her story with suggestions on how you too can stop the comparison and learn to make your house your home. Make your space a reflection of your family, your relationships more meaningful and finally embracing the life you are living.

I absolutely loved this book. Right from the first page to the last I felt my heart get lighter. I am now looking at my space in a whole new light. I am seeing my relationships get deeper, I am more appreciative and loving where I am in my life right now. Thank you so much to the author Kate Strickler, Bethany House Publishers and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy. Grab a tea, cuddle up and get ready to love your life.

Thank you so much for stopping by the farmhouse. Lynn 

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A Killer Motive - Harlequin Fall 2025 Blog Tour

A Killer Motive by 

Hannah Mary McKinnon

Stella Dixon has a podcast called a Killer Motive where she investigates cold cases. Six years ago, her brother disappeared and it has torn her family apart. Stella still blames herself so now she is committed to helping other families find closure. When a killer reaches out to her a dangerous game begins and Stella is the only one that can save the killers next victim.

Hannah Mary McKinnon, with her brilliant writing style kept me guessing right to the end of the book. The characters were so well written and I could feel the suspense and Stella’s anxiety come right off the pages. The plot was brilliant and I could hardly put the book down. Thank you to the author, Harlequin Publishing and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy that I voluntarily read and reviewed. Grab a tea and a blanket and cozy up for a great mystery.

Internationally bestselling author Hannah Mary McKinnon was born in the UK, grew up in Switzerland and moved to Canada in 2010. Her eight suspense novels include THE REVENGE LIST, ONLY ONE SURVIVES, and A KILLER MOTIVE, and her work has been optioned for the screen. She also writes holiday romantic comedies as Holly Cassidy. Hannah Mary lives near Toronto, Canada with her husband and three sons. You’ll find her on socials as @hannahmarymckinnon, and please visit www.hannahmarymckinnon.com for more.

 

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Under The Northern Lights - Book Review

Under the Northern Lights by Lindsey Brookes

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Aurora Daniels is in Alaska. It’s been her dream to photograph the beautiful place her parents met and fell in love. If she can capture just the right photos it could mean a job offer that she has only dreamed about. When she finds herself delayed because of a storm, she finds herself in a dreamy little cottage surrounded by the Weston family on a small island. As she tours the island with the rugged Gage Weston, her photographs take on a new meaning and soon Aurora is faced with a decision.

I adored this novel by Lindsey Brooks. The characters were so lovable and her description of Alaska felt like I was there myself. The story flowed so seamlessly and I found it hard to put it down wanting to follow Aurora and Gage on their next adventure. My thanks to Harpeth Road publishing, the author Lindsey Brooks who graciously gifted me an advanced copy which I read and reviewed voluntarily. Grab a blanket and curl up with this feel good cozy romance set in beautiful Alaska.

Thank you so much for stopping by the farmhouse. Lynn

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A Spot of Summer- Book Review

A Spot of Summer by Amelia Addler

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Mia Westwood is on San Juan Island visiting her father and trying to keep a low profile until her movie premiers but life on the island has other plans. Mia soon finds herself embroiled in an investigation with a friend and starts spending time with Jacob Kowalski, the islands very eligible bachelor. Before long Mia begins to question her career and life plans.

I have enjoyed the Spotted Cottage series and loved Mia and Jacobs story. The characters were so easy to like and the mystery added a nice touch to the book. It was also fun to visit the characters from the previous books. My thanks to Amelia Addler for my advanced copy which I voluntarily read and reviewed. A fun read with loveable characters makes this an easy five stars. 

Thank you so much for stopping by the farmhouse. Lynn

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A Promise of Forever - Book Review

A Promise of Forever by Sheryl Lister

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Terri Rhodes has no idea how to fix her marriage. Everything was fine until it wasn’t. Her husband Jon is a lawyer who works long hours and Terri is an ER nurse who works just as many. They have let their commitment to their marriage slip. Now Terri sees only one way out, and that is to leave for awhile. This will either help or hinder their marriage. How hard are they both willing to work to restore their happily ever after? Will the supper club friends be able to offer any advice?

This novel by Sheryl Lister was such a good read. I loved the characters and being married for a long time, I was routing for them from the beginning. I thought the book brought a tender subject to light and I actually gained a few marriage tips along the way. It was also great to catch up with the other supper club characters and as usual I loved the banter between them all. My thanks to the author Sheryl Lister and Forever, Grand Central Publishing for my advanced copy which I read and review voluntarily. A great beach read for the summer.

Thank you so much for stopping by the farmhouse. Lynn 

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Everything is Probably Fine - Harlequin Blog Tour

Everything is Probably Fine by Julia London

Lorna Lott is up for a promotion to Senior Vice President, that is until she makes a grave error in her email and is now sent to a thirty-day wellness program. She does not think she needs to go, she does not have any unresolved issues, does she? Well maybe a few, namely she has no friends, she has closed herself off to the world and she lives with all her past regrets. Maybe if she does this program, she can get her promotion and meet the requirements of her inheritance from her mother and she can then buy back her grandmothers house where she now lives as a renter. When Lorna befriends her handsome neighbour and his eight-year-old son, she has no idea how much they can help her move forward from her past.

Julia London is one of my favourite authors and an amazing writer so I was so excited to read the novel. It was fabulous. The characters and supporting characters were enjoyable and I especially loved the relationship between Lorna and Bean, the little boy. I also liked how we got to dive into Lorna’s issues along side of her and watch her face her past and plan her future. The novel had tough issues, lots of laughs and a great romance. My thanks to Harper Muse, Julia London and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy which I voluntarily read and reviewed. Easily a solid five star read.

Thank you so much for stopping by the farmhouse. Lynn

  Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases so, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.