Allergri will be one to watch. I cannot believe this is a debut novel. Intense, well-researched, detailed, heartwarming and a story of survival. If yoAllergri will be one to watch. I cannot believe this is a debut novel. Intense, well-researched, detailed, heartwarming and a story of survival. If you enjoy historical fiction, this is a novel not to BE MISSED! The narrators for this audio are perfect.
Thank you, MacMillan audio for this novel. I will be looking for more of her work. All the stars! ...more
Nobody’s Hero By: M.W. Craven Audio narrator: William Hope Pub Date: December 3, 2024 Publisher: Flatiron Books
This was my first novel by Craven and it wiNobody’s Hero By: M.W. Craven Audio narrator: William Hope Pub Date: December 3, 2024 Publisher: Flatiron Books
This was my first novel by Craven and it will not be my last. A complex story, so you need to pay close attention. Lots of action, some humor and plot lines. ...more
The Secret War of Julia Child By: Diana R. Chambers Pub date: October 22, 2024 Publisher: Tandor Audio Narrator: Candace Joice This audiobook is an absolutThe Secret War of Julia Child By: Diana R. Chambers Pub date: October 22, 2024 Publisher: Tandor Audio Narrator: Candace Joice This audiobook is an absolute delight with an authentic and wonderful narrator. She nailed Julia’s style and voice. I knew Julia Child was a cookbook author of French cooking, but knew nothing of her work in World War II. This historical fiction novel came to life as we explored her relationship of her soon-to-be husband, her work in secrets trade in Asia and how she transformed throughout her lifetime. A joy! Thank you Tantor Audio for this gifted audiobook. ...more
1943 Cornwall, England-Gwenna Devoran’s husband is killed. She is giving shelter to Jewish refugees in her farmhouse. One young ten-year-old, Lotti is1943 Cornwall, England-Gwenna Devoran’s husband is killed. She is giving shelter to Jewish refugees in her farmhouse. One young ten-year-old, Lotti is waiting at a train station. Her mother died trying to get her to safety. She does not speak and of course is traumatized. Lotti is a little Jewish girl who steals Gwenna’s heart.
Max is a German captain who befriends Gwenna and Lotti. There is no way Max could be a Nazi. The village is full of rumors and she heard that Max was responsible for the death of her husband. Does she trust Max or the rumors? She desperately wants them to become a family. Gwenna finds her heart pulled in so many ways.
A heartwarming story of sacrifices and love during a horrific time in our history. I will be reading more by this author.
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1943 Cornwall, England-Gwenna Devoran’s husband is killed. She is giving shelter to Jewish refugees in her farmhouse. One young ten-year-old, Lotti is waiting at a train station. Her mother died trying to get her to safety. She does not speak and of course is traumatized. Lotti is a little Jewish girl who steals Gwenna’s heart.
Max is a German captain who befriends Gwenna and Lotti. There is no way Max could be a Nazi. The village is full of rumors and she heard that Max was responsible for the death of her husband. Does she trust Max or the rumors? She desperately wants them to become a family. Gwenna finds her heart pulled in so many ways.
A heartwarming story of sacrifices and love during a horrific time in our history. I will be reading more by this author....more
1944-Nazi occupied France. A young English woman, Marianne is a leader of a network of French Resistance fighters. Everyone trust her with their lives1944-Nazi occupied France. A young English woman, Marianne is a leader of a network of French Resistance fighters. Everyone trust her with their lives, however there is an informant. Marianne is given an envelope of the traitor, and is shocked by what she finds. Unfortunately it is her fiancé Jack. How can she not have known! Jack has been taken by the butcher of Lyon-Nazi Klaus Barbie. Marianne realizes they have to rescue Jack before their missions are compromised more. Is Jack really a traitor or is the note false?
This beautiful novel focus on the brave women and men. This book is very intense, as is the subject matter, but truly worth the time. I felt this novel was authentic and beautifully researched. Thank you Bookouture, Netgalley and author Amanda Lees for this advanced copy, which is out Sept 13, 2022.
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1944-Nazi occupied France. A young English woman, Marianne is a leader of a network of French Resistance fighters. Everyone trust her with their lives, however there is an informant. Marianne is given an envelope of the traitor, and is shocked by what she finds. Unfortunately it is her fiancé Jack. How can she not have known! Jack has been taken by the butcher of Lyon-Nazi Klaus Barbie. Marianne realizes they have to rescue Jack before their missions are compromised more. Is Jack really a traitor or is the note false?
This beautiful novel focus on the brave women and men. This book is very intense, as is the subject matter, but truly worth the time. I felt this novel was authentic and beautifully researched. Thank you Bookouture, Netgalley and author Amanda Lees for this advanced copy, which is out Sept 13, 2022....more
I have enjoyed a variety of beach read this summer. Sadly, all my summer beach plans were cancelled for variThe Bookshop by the Bay By: Pamela M. Kelly
I have enjoyed a variety of beach read this summer. Sadly, all my summer beach plans were cancelled for various reasons. Love this one also included a bookshop.
A charming novel. Second changes, friends, bookstores and Cape Cod, count me inn. This is my third novel by this author and I am working my way through her older books.
I love when tours, NetGalley and publishers introduce me to “new-to-me” authors. McMillian audio introduced me to this author with “The Seaside Sisters”, which is another one I highly recommend. I also finished “The Christmas Inn” which has me ready for all things Christmas....more
Twisted Knight By: K. Bromberg Pub date: September 24, 2024 Publisher: Bramble/ MacMillian Audio Narrated by: Patrick Zeller & Victoria Connolly 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️Twisted Knight By: K. Bromberg Pub date: September 24, 2024 Publisher: Bramble/ MacMillian Audio Narrated by: Patrick Zeller & Victoria Connolly 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Rothschild’s matriarch Grandmother (Gran)dies. Next comes the reading of the will.
The Rothchild’s children Rhett is the (golden child) and Rowan is the daughter who wants more out of life than marrying into her families circle of society. She has ambitions.
Charming Holden is the CEO of their company. He is wealthy and direct with his own motives with the Rothchild’s, but he may have met his match in Rowan.
Rowan Rothchild is Vice President of marketing of Tin Spirits, the family business. Debutante, college educated and considered the face of the business. Her mother wants her married to the “right” person and understands their position in town. Rowan wants to take over the family business.
The sexual tension is real! How can Rowan and Holden work together when their attraction is evident. Will they be able to keep their hands off each other?
Sexy, extravagant, deception, revenge, erotic, powerful and HOLY CRAP, what an ending! I can’t wait for the sequel.
Such a fun read. Maggie is having the best summer before 4th grade. She is learning valuable lessons and enjoying g a summer at circus camp. I enjoy tSuch a fun read. Maggie is having the best summer before 4th grade. She is learning valuable lessons and enjoying g a summer at circus camp. I enjoy this series. I will be putting these books in a Little Free Library at our local elementary school....more
The Liberty Scarf By: Aimie K. Runyan, J’nell Ciesielski and Rachel McMillian Pub Date: November 19, 2024 Publisher: Harper Muse
I am very familiar with RThe Liberty Scarf By: Aimie K. Runyan, J’nell Ciesielski and Rachel McMillian Pub Date: November 19, 2024 Publisher: Harper Muse
I am very familiar with Runyan’s novels and love them. It was nice to be introduced to other authors with this one. I am always amazed that several authors can weave a story together and blend so nicely. A beautiful scarf connects three very different women in the winter of 1917. I love learning more about our history and the US Army Signal Corps is something I was slightly familiar with as I come from a long line of military. I had never heard of General Pershing’s Hello Girls. I loved the part about an orchestra in the frontlines to help with morale. I was familiar with USO tours but not this aspect. This audio was done beautifully. Thank you Harper Muse for this gifted audiobook. I will look for a hardcopy when this one is out in a few weeks....more
This is my first novel by Downes, and I look forward to more. The suspense, twists and premise drew me in right away. One of the main characters, PhoebeThis is my first novel by Downes, and I look forward to more. The suspense, twists and premise drew me in right away. One of the main characters, Phoebe Sweeney is experiencing a different way of life. She intends to be a solo traveler in a van around Australia. She starts and Instagram account so people can follow her journey. As some people do they can post some not so nice things even to the point of creepy. When she goes off the grid and her family, including her sister Katy cannot reach her the police are called in. It ends up a cold case as there are no traces of Phoebe, her van or witnesses. Her sister Katy, decides to retrace her sisters’ footsteps to see if she can find anything new. Will they find out what happened to Phoebe? Get ready for an action packed one.
The narrator did a wonderful job with the characters. ...more
The Housekeepers Secret By: Iona Grey Pub Date: August 13, 2024 Publisher: St. Martins Press
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1900s in England.
A sweeping novel with the servants The Housekeepers Secret By: Iona Grey Pub Date: August 13, 2024 Publisher: St. Martins Press
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1900s in England.
A sweeping novel with the servants POV. Secrets, mystery, love and intrigue.
Kate is the housekeeper and she knows about the goings on in the manor and the secrets. She does not want the secrets to get out.
The challenges of the servants at the time were historical accurate. I admit I did not know much about that time period, but this novel was very detailed and interesting.
Plotting Summer By: Jess Heileman Narrator: Ellen Quay
This one was such a joy to listen too. Sunny Palmer is a best-selling of romance books. Little toPlotting Summer By: Jess Heileman Narrator: Ellen Quay
This one was such a joy to listen too. Sunny Palmer is a best-selling of romance books. Little to people know that she is writing about her crush and no one knows this is her pen name.
Tristan Palmer was her childhood crush and she wrote about their relationship or what she wanted their relationship to be.
When she heads back home to Sunset Harber, she runs into her crush. Life has brought back those feelings and creates a unique opportunity for her to find herself once again longing for Tristan. Can they reconnect as friends and possibly more?...more
One man’s journey to free and innocent men. He spent 20 years recounting evidence, witnesses and others to get men freed. Compelling. Heartbreaking anOne man’s journey to free and innocent men. He spent 20 years recounting evidence, witnesses and others to get men freed. Compelling. Heartbreaking and justice for a few. Dan Stephan’s is a veteran of NBC Dateline and his experience helped investigate the mistakes made in the case.
Be a juror is a civic duty, and you must listen to testimony. Sadly we know many eye witness accounts are not 100%.
Thank you Celadon for the advanced copy. I also had an audio narrated by the author and some actual audio from the investigation....more
This is a long one, but absolutely fascinating. I listened to the audio since The Boss narrated it. I felt he was very honest and raw. He talks about This is a long one, but absolutely fascinating. I listened to the audio since The Boss narrated it. I felt he was very honest and raw. He talks about his childhood, family, milk and his career. He has met so many great musicians....more
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