The Sun and the Sand and a Book in my Hand

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Review: Becoming Brave by Brenda Salter McNeil

Review: Becoming Brave by Brenda Salter McNeil

These are some tumultuous times when it comes to racial reconciliation and racial justice. If you, like me, are struggling to know where you fit into this work and how to incorporate your Christian faith into the equation, then Dr. McNeil’s new book is perfect…

Excerpt: The Day Lincoln Lost by Charles Rosenberg

Excerpt: The Day Lincoln Lost by Charles Rosenberg

Alternate history fascinates me! I love movies like Inglorious Basterds and shows like The Man in the High Castle on Amazon Prime, which is also based on book The Man in the High Castle by Philip K. Dick . Also books such as 11/22/63 by…

Review: The Night Swim by Megan Goldin

Review: The Night Swim by Megan Goldin

Last year, I read Goldin’s stunning debut The Escape Room and was absolutely blown away. I was hesitant to pick up The Night Swim because, many times, the follow-up efforts do not measure up due to pressure, less time to write and polish than the…

Review: Lies Lies Lies by Adele Parks

Review: Lies Lies Lies by Adele Parks

This is the first book I’ve read by Parks in 20 years, and she has definitely matured as an author in that time. I enjoyed the combination of a domestic thriller with an intriguing bit of mystery. Lies Lies Lies is an August 2020 release…

Review: A Dazzle of Diamonds by Liz Johnson

Review: A Dazzle of Diamonds by Liz Johnson

This is the third book in the Georgia Coast Romance series. The first two are A Sparkle of Silver and A Glitter of Gold . Each book stands alone, although there are a few characters that make appearances in the sequels, you will thoroughly understand…

Review: The Switch by Beth O’Leary

Review: The Switch by Beth O’Leary

I listened to the audio book of The Flatshare last year and adored the story about two people with opposite schedules who share an apartment and have never met, yet start to fall for each other through note writing. When I saw O’Leary’s latest book…

Review: Someone’s Listening by Seraphina Nova Glass

Review: Someone’s Listening by Seraphina Nova Glass

This book was so twisty and intriguing that I devoured it in less than a day! Do yourself a favor and pick it up, if you like psychological thrillers you will not be disappointed. The author’s history as a screenwriter really shows as her prose…

Review: The Friendship List by Susan Mallery

Review: The Friendship List by Susan Mallery

The synopsis for this book caught my eye and this turned out to be a perfect summer read! I enjoyed the romance and the different relationships in the book. I haven’t read many books by Susan Mallery, but now I want to read more in…

Review: The Mall by Megan McCafferty

Review: The Mall by Megan McCafferty

I have long been a huge fan of Megan McCafferty, every since I read Sloppy Firsts way back in the day. When I was offered this book for review I immediately agreed. I love this author, but who could resist a book set in a mall…

Review: Kiss and ‘Telle? by Nadine C. Keels

Review: Kiss and ‘Telle? by Nadine C. Keels

I’ve enjoyed previous books by this author, including Love Unfeigned and Hope Unashamed, the books that “birthed” the two characters in this current novella. I wouldn’t say that you need to read them before reading this book, but it will sure give you background on…