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The Book Chic Blog
3M ago
Genre: Historical Fiction Saga
Publication Date: January 3, 2019
Publisher: Aria
Book Blurb
As World War I begins, life will never be the same again. A heart-breaking saga for all fans of Dilly Court and Val Wood. In the drab Yorkshire town of Garsthwaite, Lacey Barraclough works hard in the textile mill, determined to fight for improvements to the dismal working conditions she and her fellow weavers face. But she hadn’t reckoned on falling in love with the boss’s son, Nathan. Nathan returns her love, but to succeed, they must overcome the class divide, as well as persuade their families that ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
3M ago
Genre : Teen and Young Adult Fiction
Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
Publication Date: July 27, 2021
Book Blurb
When legendary R&B artist Korey Fields spots Enchanted Jones at an audition, her dreams of being a famous singer take flight. Until Enchanted wakes up with blood on her hands and zero memory of the previous night. Who killed Korey Fields?Before there was a dead body, Enchanted’s dreams had turned into a nightmare. Because behind Korey’s charm and star power was a controlling dark side. Now he’s dead, the police are at the door, and all signs point to Enchanted.
My Review
This ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
4M ago
Genre: Historical Romance/Saga
Publisher: Joffe Books
Publication Date: October 19, 2022
Book Blurb
1941. Bombs are falling all over Plymouth. Young Maisie O’Sullivan must make a choice that will change her life forever.
Maisie yearns for a family of her own. Raised as a charity orphan in a Catholic convent in Ireland, she believed she was all alone in the world.
But when she is twelve, her world is turned upside down by a shocking revelation. She is uprooted from the only life she has ever known and transplanted against her will to Plymouth, England.
Family might not be all it’s cracked u ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
5M ago
Genre: Children’s Book
Publisher: Little Listeners Publishing
Publication Date: August 7, 2023
Books can be purchased on Amazon and Little Listeners Publishing website.
Book Blurb
Join our diverse cast of characters as they proudly showcase their hearing devices, turning these tools into unique expressions of identity. This empowering narrative celebrates acceptance and encourages readers to appreciate the beauty and individuality inherent in assistive technology. Explore a world where differences are embraced, and discover the strength that comes from accepting oneself wholly. This book is n ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
11M ago
Genre: Black and African American Women’s Fiction
Publisher: West Virginia University Press
Publication Date: September 1, 2020
Books can be purchased online and at local libraries.
Book Blurb
The Secret Lives of Church Ladies explores the raw and tender places where Black women and girls dare to follow their desires and pursue a momentary reprieve from being good. The nine stories in this collection feature four generations of characters grappling with who they want to be in the world, caught as they are between the church’s double standards and their own needs and passions.
There is f ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
1y ago
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publication Date: March 16, 2009
Publisher: Arrow
Book Blurb
When Hetty Huggins made a promise to her dying mother that she would look after her younger sister and brothers, little did she know how difficult this would be. But despite the threat of being turned out onto the streets by the unscrupulous tallyman and the neverending struggle just to exist, Hetty is determined her family will never starve or want for a roof over their heads.
Book Review
A mother’s promise by Dilly Court.
Dilly has been one of my favorite author of historical fiction. I always watch out f ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
1y ago
Genre: Biblical Fiction
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Publication Date: 8th November, 2022
Book can be purchased online or wherever books are sold.
Book Blurb
From the bestselling author of Jewel of the Nile comes the thrilling tale of a woman who feels she has no future but soon discovers the fate of nations may rest in her hands.
The beloved daughter of Jewish captives in Babylon, Keren is sold into Daniel’s household to help her family survive. She becomes Daniel’s most trusted scribe, while taking lessons and swordsmanship training alongside Daniel’s sons and their best friend, Jare ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
1y ago
I know that I have been absent from my blog for a while. Life has been happening but I am fine.
I went to a bookstore with my friend and we saw lots of books on clearance. I had a hard time picking the books I wanted to buy. I felt sad not picking some books being the book lover I am.
My friend on the other hand was picking the books she wanted. She included a book I wanted and paid for it. She said it is a gift from her.
A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg.
It is Christmas season in few weeks and I cannot wait to see how it goes.
What are your favorite Christmas books? Have you gotten books ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
2y ago
Genre: Historical Saga
Publication Date: 28 June, 2021
Publisher: Headline
Book Blurb
Despite being trapped in an abusive marriage, Maggie still feels blessed with her eight-year-old twins, Danny and Lizzie, and baby girl, Lucy. But when the Second World War begins it seems that her blessings may have run out.
Although the war lets her escape her husband when he’s sent to the front, she must also lose the twins, as they’re evacuated to North Wales. Lizzie seems to be in the perfect family, while Danny is left with a man who seems to resent his presence. But appearances can be deceptive, and w ..read more
The Book Chic Blog
2y ago
Genre: General Fiction/ Historical Fiction
Publication Date: 6th January, 2022
Publisher: Headline Publisher
Book Blurb
She always knew a piece of her heart was missing…
Cecile has been raised to a life of privilege at Polruan House, by her widowed father and aunt. Now she’s of age, they are determined that she make a proper match, but Cecile’s heart belongs to their coachman, Sam – most definitely not suitable marriage material.
When Sam turns to his friend, smuggler Zach Carver, for help eloping with Cecile, Zach tells of a recent encounter with Lise, a beautiful but poor girl i ..read more