The Lost Women of Mill Street by Kinley Bryan Publisher: Blue Mug Press Published: 7 May 2024 Genre: Historical Fiction, Women’s Fiction, American Historical Fiction Pages: 282           Available: Paperback, ebook Violence: minimal Sex: none, clean romance   The Short Story: A engaging survival story set during the American Civil War. My Review: First my thanks to author Kinley Bryan for providing a review copy. Sherman’s army is on the move across Georgia, burning and destroying buildings and infrastructure as they march ..read more

  THE MIDSUMMER WOMEN  is available now for pre-order. Publication date is 4 June 2024!  The Blurb: Since childhood, Ethnobotanist Hannah Heronstone has had a passion for healing plants and their use through the centuries. Orphaned at birth, she’s unaware of her connection to an ancient lineage of cunning women, healers, and yes, even witches. But they have not forgotten about her.   A surprise invitation to an archaeological dig lures Hannah to Maine and the site of a long forgotten English colony, abandoned in 1608. The presence of Dr. Peter Wentworth, rich, cha ..read more

  First a word about the cover. It made me think of a 19th century woman in the long cloak and hood walking with the lantern. It really does not match the style or story of the book which is set in 1908.  Secrets of Rose Briar Hall is a gothicy mystery about Millie Turner, daughter of a rich New Yorker who has married the handsome Charles Turner. The make a beautiful couple and with Millie's money they have built a beautiful home. After a dinner party, Millie wakes to find that a guest has died and she is suspected of being the killer. Her husband turns from solicitous to dangerous ..read more

  Don't have time to write a long review of this fascinating book about the friendship between Marilyn Monroe and Ella Fitzgerald. I found it very enjoyable and really learned a lot about both women, especially Ella of whom I knew very little. I did have to remind myself that the dialogue between the women was fictional and I hope their friendship was as deep and strong as that portrayed in the book. If you're a fan of either, you'll enjoy this story.  I rate this book 5 ..read more

    A BEGGAR’S BARGAIN The Bargainer Series, Book One by Jan Sikes Historical Fiction / Literary Fiction Publisher: Fresh Ink Group Date of Publication: March 12, 2024 Number of Pages: 324 pages  Scroll down for Giveaway! A shocking proposal that changes everything Desperate to honor his father’s dying wish, Layken Martin vows to do whatever it takes to save the family farm. Once the Army discharges him following World War II, Layken returns to Missouri to find his legacy in shambles and in jeopardy. A foreclosure notice from the bank doubles the threat. He appeals to the l ..read more

  The Short Story: Immersive historical fiction set in France and Tudor England This is the second book by author Rosemary Griggs that I've and enjoyed them both. The Dartington Bride begins in France and is centered on Roberda, daughter of the Count of Montgomery, a Huguenot leader. After a war-torn childhood, Roberda is taken to France to marry Gawen Champernowne, part of a large extended family in Devon that included the famous explorer Walter Raleigh.  Roberda's hopes for a happy marriage are dashed the moment she meets her intended. He's cold and standoffish and seemingly unw ..read more

  AMETHYST, THE  SHALLOWS by Kellye Abernathy YA / Magical Realism / Coming of Age Publisher: Atmosphere Press Page Count: 296 pages Publication Date: February 6, 2024 Scroll down for a giveaway! "This is a night for being brave." In the aftermath of a devastating sickness that shatters their close-knit beach town, six lonely kids are drawn together during the unpredictable autumn equinox. Among them are fourteen-year-old Lorelei, who yearns to be an oceanographer, and her peculiar younger brother, Tad, who possesses an otherworldly curiosity. When Lorelei has a strange and ..read more

  THE DESK FROM HOBOKEN A Genealogy Mystery, #1 by ML Condike Mystery / Women Sleuths / Forensic Genealogy Publisher: Harbor Lane Books, LLC Date of Publication: March 5, 2024 Number of Pages: 446 pages  Scroll down for Giveaway! After a personal loss, forensic genealogist RaeJean Hunter accepts what she believes is a straightforward case to ease back into the game: a student at Connecticut College has found human remains on the school campus. The College hires RaeJean to confirm their tentative identification that it’s a woman named Mary Rogers, whose cause of death has never be ..read more

  TO RESCUE A WITCH by Lisa A. Traugott Historical Fiction / Action & Adventure / Witch Trials Page Count: 398 pages Publication Date: March 1, 2024 It’s 1739. An abused girl accused of witchcraft must be defended by a man married to an actual witch. William MacLeod, a fierce Scottish lawyer with a kind heart, takes on a daunting task—rescue young Annaliese from the clutches of her tormentors in the untamed wilds of Virginia colony and deliver her safely to her aristocratic father in London. But lurking in the shadows are enemies eager to expose MacLeod’s own wife, Fiona, as a w ..read more

  Happy Book Release Day to author Heather Miller. I'm thrilled to share her book, Yellow Bird's Song. Here are the details: Genre: Historical Fiction Published: 19 March 2024 Publisher: Historium Press Page Count: 370 Available: ebook, paperback Blurb: In the realm of Cherokee history, this captivating family saga unfolds within the backdrop of American history, an intergenerational story that weaves a compelling lyrical tapestry of tribal sovereignty and the real-life experiences of historical figures. This atmospheric story, at times resembling an alternative history, immerses ..read more