Sometimes there are plots you read about and think “wow, there is no way someone could pull this off” and I have to admit that I did not expect much when I happened upon this book but Ramsay did a very credible job of making this work. I was thrilled to find this to be … Continue reading Bloodlaw by Blaise Ramsay
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Secret At Skull House by Josh Lanyon
If you follow my blog, you know that I love pirates so naturally, a book about a mansion called Skull House located in Pirate’s Cove is going to catch my eye, but I am pleased to say that it is a well written, solid murder mystery (complete with haunted house) that keeps you guessing who … Continue reading Secret At Skull House by Josh Lanyon
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
This is an amazingly honest book written by a man who obviously has the self-confidence to not be too worried about what people think of him because he knows who he is. Sure, there are a few things I was not thrilled to learn but you gotta give the man credit for being so forthright. … Continue reading Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
No Ants Please by Heather Hansen
This is a really cute book that will delight children ages 1-4. Hansen, using her years of experience as an Early Childhood teacher, writes in easy to follow dialogue that will delight the children as well as educate. Benny, a young ostrich, is curious about what other animals eat and spends a day wandering around … Continue reading No Ants Please by Heather Hansen
The Mission: A Bulwark Anthology by C.C. Bolick
I don’t normally read much about paranormal activities. It is just not something I lean toward so I was surprised that when I finished The Mission I wanted to read more, in particular about Amber Dallas. Amber Dallas is the main character of the book. She has been training to become an Agent after having … Continue reading The Mission: A Bulwark Anthology by C.C. Bolick
The Prepared Investor: How to Prevent the Next Crisis from Affecting Your Financial Independence by Christopher Manske
I am not a financial expert by any means. I did grow up with a father who was a successful stockbroker for more than 50 years. I learned a lot from paying attention to him but one thing I never have understood is why the market can react so violently to a perceived crisis. This … Continue reading The Prepared Investor: How to Prevent the Next Crisis from Affecting Your Financial Independence by Christopher Manske
Portrait of a Dead Guy: A Cherry Tucker Mystery by Larissa Reinhart
Before you go any further you need to know that this is one wacky funny read! Reinhart has outdone herself in developing a small town full of quirky people, tragic events, and murder. The characters are all a hoot; from the Sheriff who has no issue arresting his niece who he knows is not a … Continue reading Portrait of a Dead Guy: A Cherry Tucker Mystery by Larissa Reinhart
The Sentinel by Lee Child and Andrew Child
I love Jack Reacher so I was a little, okay, more than a little concerned that when Lee Child decided to retire and turn over the series to his younger brother, Andrew Child that Jack was going to go down the proverbial drain. Yes, I know Andrew Child is an author with a number of … Continue reading The Sentinel by Lee Child and Andrew Child
The Girl In The Storm: A Season of Angels By Christopher Stanfield
There are people who encounter single experiences that forever change their lives, Genevieve is definitely one of those people. Genevieve is a typical high school teenager with two parents, friends, good grades, and a solid foundation. Unfortunately, she is caught up in the middle of a school shooting that finds her unexpectedly face-to-face with the … Continue reading The Girl In The Storm: A Season of Angels By Christopher Stanfield
Murder on Halloween by Steve Demaree
If you like Escape Rooms as a form of evening or Saturday afternoon entertainment, you will love this book! It’s Halloween night and the two retired detectives get a call from the Police Chief that he just received a text that a murder had been committed and was tracking where the phone used was located. … Continue reading Murder on Halloween by Steve Demaree
