Seabreeze Harvest - Book Review

Seabreeze Harvest by Jan Moran

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and Ivy and Shelly are getting ready. It’s time to visit the pumpkin patch and start thinking about a thanksgiving dinner with friends and family. The inn is quieter so nothing can derail their plans, right?

With a new discovery where the library is planned to be built, Mitch’s coffee shop being vandalized, and a new stranger in Summer Beach, things heat up quickly. Can the family save the grand harvest celebration with everything going on?

Every time a new novel comes out in the Summer Beach series, I get so excited to catch up with Ivy, Shelly and all their family and friends. This is such a wonderful series filled with warmth, second chances and a little bit of mystery as they uncover more secrets from the original inn’s owner Amelia who has passed. As a reader I get swept into the story and feel like I am visiting Summer Beach myself. JanMoran has a way of drawing you in with her fabulous writing style, and at the end of the book you are left anticipating the next book in the series. My thanks to the author Jan Moran for my advanced readers copy which I voluntarily read and reviewed. She is on of my favourite authors and friends, this is one series you do not want to miss.

Jan Moran is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of heartfelt women’s fiction series, beach reads, family sagas, and romantic 20th-century historical novels. Jan dreams up her popular, small-town contemporary beach books on sunny shores in Southern California. Don't miss out on new releases and special offers - join Jan's Readers Club on her website for all her news.

Pour a cup of tea or a glass of wine, open one of her books, and find yourself transported with characters you’ll soon be rooting for as friends. Jan is an avid traveler, so you’ll find her books infused with authentic locales and things she loves to research—from chocolate, wine, and food to history, fashion, and more. Readers often say that along with a heartwarming story, they also learn many fascinating details.

As a native of Texas who lived on the East Coast and worked in Paris, Hong Kong, and Canada, Jan brings a wealth of experience to every book she writes. She welcomes you to her wonderful world of storytelling.

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Otherwise Engaged - Harlequin Fall 2025 Blog Tour

Otherwise Engaged

by Susan Mallery

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Cindy and her daughter Shannon are close, so close they even live next door to each other. When Shannon gets engaged, she wants to keep it secret as Cindy is getting ready to walk down the aisle herself. Shannon really does not want a double wedding.

Ava and her daughter Victoria do not share that close bond. Victoria is a stunt woman and that drives Ava crazy. When Victoria gets injured, she has no choice by to go back to stay with her parents.

By chance the four women meet and Cindy and Ava are guarded to keep a secret that only they share. When the secret unravels the four women are now dealing with the past and also the future they share.

I loved this novel. It was so well written and I loved they dynamics between the mothers and daughters. I also admire that the characters were not quick to forgive and forget, making the story true to life itself. My thanks to Harlequin Trade Publishing, the author Susan Mallery and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy that I voluntarily read and reviewed. A solid five star read friends.

SUSAN MALLERY is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels about the relationships that shape women's lives―family, friendship, romance. Library Journal says, “Mallery is the master of blending emotionally believable characters in realistic situations," and readers seem to agree―40 million copies of her books have sold worldwide. Her warm, humorous stories make the world a happier place to live. She’s passionate about animal welfare, which shows in the many quirky animal characters she has created. Susan grew up in California and now lives in Seattle with her husband and adorable poodle. Visit her at SusanMallery.com.

 

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Death at The Door - book review

Death at The Door

by Olivia Blacke

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Ruby and Cordelia are embroiled in a new murder. Ruby discovers a dead body and now she is trying to solve another mystery. With the help of Cordelia, her resident ghost, she is hot on the trail. Cordelia wants to protect Ruby and keep her secrets hidden, but she helps however she can. With the two of them together, can they solve the murder in time before anyone else gets hurt?

I just adored this second book in the series. You can’t help but love Ruby and want to see her happy and living her best life. Cordelia is so fun and I love the different ways she tries to communicate with Ruby. When you have a ghost, a mystery and a young girl just starting out on her own, you have a winning combination. Thanks to St. Martin’s Press, the author Olivia Blacke and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy which I voluntarily read and reviewed. A perfect cozy fall read. 

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The Christmas Keepsake - Book Review

The Christmas Keepsake

by Annie Rains

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The holidays are approaching and Mallory Blue trying to put together the annual Christmas play that her grandmother always organized. With her grandmother now in dementia care, Mallory needs help. Who better than Hollis, her childhood friend who is more than ready to help.

When Mallory opens her grandmothers journal and keepsake Christmas ornaments, a new tradition is about to begin. When her grandmothers story comes to life with each new ornament unwrapped, Mallory will have to make some tough decisions. Will Hollis put his past aside and be the solid trusting friend she needs? Will the Christmas play be ready in time?

This was such a beautiful Christmas story. I loved unwrapping her grandmother’s story throughout the book. The relationship between Mallory and Hollis was so sweet I couldn’t help but hoped they would get together. My thanks to the author Annie Rains, Forever ( Grand Central Publishing) and Netgalley for my advanced readers copy which I voluntarily read and reviewed. A perfect heartwarming holiday story.

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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.

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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.

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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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