Overall, this is a story that has several gritty elements but is elevated to literary fiction by the quality of the writing and the well-paced plot. Wade never lets us get bored, and while he may linger in a scene from time to time, letting us watch a hawk take flight, or feel the hot and dusty wind, that propensity for description on makes the novel seem more real.
About the Book, The English Wife Two women, a world apart. A secret waiting to be discovered… VE Day 1945: As victory bells ring out across the country, war bride Ellie Burgess’ happiness is overshadowed by grief. Her charismatic Newfoundlander husband Thomas is still missing in action. Until a letter arrives explaining Thomas is back […]
About the book, The Outlaw’s Daughter Western / Historical Fiction / Clean & Wholesome Romance Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca Date of Publication: May 26, 2020 Number of Pages: 384 Scroll down for Giveaway! He may be a Texas Ranger, but he only has eyes for the outlaw’s beautiful daughter . . . Texas Ranger Matt Taggert […]
Overall, this novel is proof that one can have a coming-of-age experience at any point in their life. Deena, when we meet her, is a character in flux, but as her story progresses she becomes more and more herself, owning her past and, building on it. This not only made for a satisfying read, but it also made her feel more real.
About the book, Lost in Oaxaca Print Length: 328 pages Publisher: She Writes Press (April 21, 2020) Publication Date: April 21, 2020 Once a promising young concert pianist, Camille Childs retreated to her mother’s Santa Barbara estate after an injury to her hand destroyed her hopes for a musical career. She now leads a […]
