Nicole and the Unending TBR

This was so good! I love the way Sarah Sundin writes WW2. She has that ability to pull you into the lives of people who lived this period of history. I loved how the tension in the story kept me wondering what was going to happen next. The romance is one of my favorite from her! It had the action,  and the suspense that kept me flipping through the pages.  And that ending left me so satisfied! A very happy reader! I recieved a complementary copy of this book from the publisher through Netgally.  All opinions in this review are honest and completely my own. 

I hardly ever read Victorian era novels,  yet when Mimi Mathews has I new book announced I definitely look forward to it! Siren of Sussex introduces to new characters (and brings in some old ones). Her characters always feel unique and in so many ways,  real. You feel the characters needs, wants, desires and fears. They act how you would imagine people of that age, yet in very interesting ways set themselves apart or stand out when their moment comes. I don't know how she does it,  but it works for me! The chemistry and forced proximity of this book definitely carries that distinct Mathews smolder.  Nothing too much, just the right amount.  I loved that this book featured a bay Andalusian stallion, on of my favorite horse breed! As always there was interesting history of the time and we got to see a bit of how it was for people of Indian descent at this time.  My only complaint was the presence of the mysticism and seances that took place during this book....

Dancing with Dandelion is the final book in a series that has been a delight to read. I started the series while lockdowns were happening and I loved having a new chapter to look forward to every few months.  Andie is the final sibling in the Bloom family to get her story.  There were many things I enjoyed seeing in this book. I loved that we got to know Andie as a forty something woman.  Contemporary romance is rare to see this age bracket so I liked that. I enjoyed the banter in the enemies to lovers trope. Ross was probably my favorite of the two. He was confident,  and had that drive to pursue Andie when  her attitude could frighten away others. He balanced her out. Often characters like Andie sometimes get on my nerves with how they always have to be right. In her case she grows and changes,  not into a different person,  but she grows from experience in the story.  I loved the touch of suspense that came into this story.  I enjoyed the ...

For me there are two types of reviews that are hard to write.  One is a book you did not like and feel kinda guilty for not enjoying the authors hard work.  And the other is one so well written that you are struggling to find the words to adequately explain why you love it. This review is all about the latter. Stone was an incredible start to a series focused on the incredible Metcalfe family from the mind of Ronie Kendig.  This story features characters that are flawed, wounded and thrust into incredible circumstances that test thier character and force them to face some hard things.  It is something that Ronie Kendig has an incredible knack to bringing to her suspense.   The writing is right, lots of twists in a relatively short novel. But it works. It so works. This was one of my most anticipated reads of this year and she delivered! The issues she addressed are current and scary realistic.  Man, it was good. I could gush about it for a while. ...

When you pick up a Laura Frantz book you can always expect a story rich in historic detail and full of words that pull you into the setting. This book was no different.  Her writing is slow and melodic,  she takes you through the story at the same time as giving you a feel of the setting and surroundings.  This story features a second chance love story with a man who went to sea and the woman who stayed behind and became a chocolatier. The characters are well drawn and I feel the heroine in this story really as the most active in going after what she wants.  This romance is painted in the typical slow burn vibe that usually accompany this author's work. I personally felt like it was a little too slow for my taste, but it was well written. If you are looking for a slow, relaxing read to curl up with this may be the book for you. I received a complementary copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions in this review are my own and completely honest .

I hardly ever read Victorian era novels,  yet when Mimi Mathews has I new book announced I definitely look forward to it! Siren of Sussex introduces to new characters (and brings in some old ones). Her characters always feel unique and in so many ways,  real. You feel the characters needs, wants, desires and fears. They act how you would imagine people of that age, yet in very interesting ways set themselves apart or stand out when their moment comes. I don't know how she does it,  but it works for me! The chemistry and forced proximity of this book definitely carries that distinct Mathews smolder.  Nothing too much, just the right amount.  I loved that this book featured a bay Andalusian stallion, on of my favorite horse breed! As always there was interesting history of the time and we got to see a bit of how it was for people of Indian descent at this time.  My only complaint was the presence of the mysticism and seances that took place during this book....

This series was more then just a book series,  it was an experience.  I don't have the right words.  I simply have feelings that I will attempt to express. Nervous,  fearful to start because of how the previous book ended and a bit of sadness because it is the last one. I dove in anyway. And finished in one sitting.  Suspense,  joy, love, cheering.  This book brought everything together.   There were many tears in reading.  Especially the very end. This book was everything I hoped for.  It was so touching with how the characters have grown and what they have come through.  It has been a wild ride. And worth every bit! Rembrandt's journey was incredibly touching through this book. You see his struggles at there core, and how he chooses to face the future.  Love, love,love. I can't recommend this series enough.  I can't go into detail of exactly what I loved so much,  because I really am trying to not give spoilers...