Another Delightful Hope Callaghan Book!
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All of Hope Callaghan's books are delightful! This book combines 2 of my favorite characters: Millie Sanders who is the Assistant Cruise Director of the ship Siren of the Seas, and Gloria Rutherford-Kennedy who is an amateur detective in her Garden Girls Mysteries. It is an easy read with delightful characters, who always learn to work together.
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I have found another author who writes books I just can't put down! I love the other books in this series and this one was just as enjoyable as those.
It's a believable & enjoyable story line and it was a different take on a standard chicklit formula with us looking at a band that disbanded thanks to one member and then reforming. The story is told by following each band member as they are now and also remembering the past.
It is a cleverly written book that focuses on strong female characters and friendship with humour and a touch of romance.
Loved it and can't wait to see what Kathryn brings out next!
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I love the way Hope Callaghan keeps the story moving and throws in just enough personal to make it interesting. Mixing all of this with a twin and a twin and a puppy kept it hopping. Looking forward to Book 3.
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Fans of the chick lit genre have been eagerly awaiting Tracie Banister's newest release, and the wait was worth it! TWIN PIQUES is a clever, charming read of identical twin sisters Willa and Sloane, and their rendezvous with romance, which continually seems to get off track. I was immediately drawn to Willa, a pet psychic (how fun!) and an innocent idealist when it comes to matters of life and love. But Sloane, Willa's identical twin, has zilcho interest when it comes to romance. Sloane, a high-profile accountant, is more interested in climbing the corporate ladder. Willa's continual involvements in her sister's love life leads to dissension in the ranks. I found it great fun to read how Willa's psychic pet connections continually clued her in as to `what-should-I-do-next?' when it came to `assisting' in Sloane's love life, along with Willa's own romantic misadventures.

Banister is a brilliant writer who knows exactly what she's doing when it comes to delivering the perfect read. TWIN PIQUES is the story of two sisters, two men, two lives, and two plots, which ultimately intersect in the perfect happily-ever-after(s). Banister's quick savvy voice hooks the reader from page one and you won't put this book down until the last fabulous page. Kudos to Banister for having delivered with this uber-enjoyable read. Her other two novels (In Need of Therapy and Blame it on The Fame) are on my keeper-shelf, and I'm looking forward to her next novel!
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"Starboard Secrets" is the first of Millie's seabound adventures, introducing us to this energetic woman who is beginning her second chapter, and has decided to live it working on a cruise liner.

Hope Callaghan's series' are fun and addictive. UNLIKE many "cozy" mysteries, her books are well-written, grammatically correct and intriguing. You'll love the group of characters and how they wind together in different series' and wish you could go on the cruises with them or live in the small town.
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The second in the Summerhaven Trio, Smiling Irish, continues the entertaining story of the Haven triplets. This time the focus is on Tierney, the lone sister.
I truly enjoyed getting to know Tierney and seeing her feisty side that was such a good compliment to her steadfast dedication to her family. Burr, our hero, was another fun character to get to know. A truly good man is a rough package, he was an excellent compliment to Tierney.
Burr and Tierney were an unlikely, but touching couple. It was a true pleasure to watch the emotional attachment between these two bloom. The care they had for each other radiated off the page and made it impossible to not root for them.
Well written and entertaining, Tierney and Burr's is a fantastic addition to the series than makes me look forward to Ian's story.
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Great things come in small packages...

That can definitely be said about Brandy Bruce's newest book Recipe for Love. A delightfully charming book that will have you loving Jeremy's and Alison's character right from the beginning.

I have been able to read all four of Brandy's Heartsong Presents books and have loved each one of them. With each book I have been able to follow a character from a previous book which makes the story line even more interesting.

Recipe for Love is set in beautiful Estes Park, Colorado where Alison Taylor, a widowed mother and struggling B & B owner is drawn to her handsome guest Jeremy who is on vacation from his high pressured Chef position in Denver.

I was able to read this book in a day and a half. Not much else got done around my house, but I just couldn't put it down. The story of Alison touches a small place in my heart and at one precious point, had me tearing up, with joy, for her character.

Heartstong books are small compared to normal fiction, but Brandy Bruce does an amazing job fitting a very heartwarming, engaging Christian fiction story that will have you wanting to read her other books if you already haven't done so already.
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I love that this book has so many easy to follow recipes from three of Hope Callaghan's awesome series. The excerpts from the books are great as well. So far, I have made the pumpkin dog treats, and my Daisy gives that recipe five stars. She loves them!
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Operation Christmas Spirit is yet another wonderful book in Vicki Watsons Sonrise Stable series.  This particular novel would even make a great read-aloud for the entire family this Christmas season gathered around the tree, fireplace, or even on a car road trip.  Vicki Watson is a talented author who has genuinely captured my daughters interest and attention throughout her books in this series.  I love seeing my child so excited to have a new book come in the mail, and then be totally absorbed in soaking up the adventure.  This series is truly enjoyable to her as she reads about characters that she would love to know in real life and who set an example for her in following God and seeking Him through the ups and downs of life.  Sonrise Stable books are encouraging and delightful to read!
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Author Susanne Dietze writes another heartwarming, faith-filled historical in A Mother for His Family.

The story is the perfect blend of romantic moments, interesting historical tidbits (most of it takes place in Scotland), a touch of danger & intrigue, and humor. Add to that a fast-paced plot, four rambunctious children and a friendly dog, and you have a lovely, engaging read I highly recommend (as well as her other books).

I look forward to reading more of this author's books!
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This was another great read from Maggie Brendan. She can put together the sweetest characters with a great story and create a wonderful read!

These characters were wonderful to read and it was a joy to follow along with their journey of love, faith, trust and hope. Patience and her sheriff are the perfect blend of cute and fun! Put this on your summer reading list!
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Yet another delightful read! Fuson has woven a lovely story together with a bit of intrigue to keep the reader engaged. I highly recommend her books!
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Love all the books that Hope Callaghan writes.  Can never wait until her next one comes out. They are the type of reading that you can sit in front of the fire, forget your woes and involve yourself with the Garden Girls Cozy Mysteries and just feel relaxed.
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In "Woodlands," Robin Jones Gunn adds a seventh book to the Glenbrooke series, creating another captivating plot with a charming heroine. Readers will not only meet new characters, but catch a glimpse of  some old friends as well, and an old mystery is solved along the way. The  beauty of this book is that can stand alone, although first-time readers of  Robin Jones Gunn may want to start with "Secrets" and read  through the series in the order in which it was written. Enjoy the read,  because this is a book well worth buying!
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This third novella in Christines wonderful Heavenly Bites Series centers on Aimee Beasley, the granddaughter of the infamous meddling matchmaker--Gram--that weve grown to love in the previous novellas. In a change of roles, Aimee is determined to set Gram up with the uncle of their downstairs neighbor. However, the neighbor--Doyle--isnt keen on the idea. Doyle is not only reluctant to setting up his uncle, but he isn't fond of having much to do with Aimee either. This obstacle only makes Aimee work harder, with that goal of matchmaking in mind.

PLAYING CUPID is a delightful, quick read that will make you smile, laugh and have aww moments. The author does a splendid job of painting the story, allowing you to watch it unfold, page after page.

Aimee has such a quirky spirit and Doyle starts off as the total opposite. We get to watch him come out of his shell, all thanks to Aimee and her relentlessness. Gram is such a sweet, yet amusing grandma. I loved seeing the table turned, especially after Grams many matchmaking attempts with the girls of the Heavenly Bites Series.

Overall, PLAYING CUPID is definitely a 5 star read. Its a well-written story that contains both romance and humor, with lovable and entertaining characters. You cant go wrong with Heavenly Bites!
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I just LOVE Tom Callaghan's two novels, and eagerly await the rest of the series! These are a must-read for people who are tired of the same-old same-old in the thriller genre. They put the run-of-the mill detective thriller to shame.
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This is the third story about life, love and the people of the charming small town of Wycliff. The latest novel of Bacons Wycliff series is full of lovely, upright, passionate and yes, also mean and greedy characters and the author excels again in making them feel very real! The story focuses on topics a lot of people worry about such as protecting the environment, the never ending greed of some people, the importance of honesty in politics and how to make ends meet, when you are not on the sunny side of life. She offers some refreshing and inventive solutions and does give her characters second chances, something I liked in particular. A great book about friendship, loyalty and love, written in good speed and a lot of fun to read! I grew even more attached to this fictive village and its inhabitants: great place, great people and great food!