Tag Archives: historical fiction
The Most Beautiful Girl in Cuba by Chanel Cleeton
“Grace Harrington is my new favourite heroine. I was absolutely fascinated by the world of stunt girl reporters and newspaper wars that she throws herself into, just as I was equal parts enthralled and heartbroken by the story of Evangelina Cisneros, the most beautiful – and courageous – girl in Cuba. And how wonderful…..
America By Mike Bonds Praise for Mike Bond’s Books:
“Bond’s ability to infuse his real-world experiences into a fast-paced story is unequaled.” – CULTURE BUZZ
“One of the 21st Century’s most exciting authors.” – WASHINGTON TIMES
“Grips the reader from the opening chapter and never lets go.” − MIAMI HERALD
Thanks to Meryl Moss Media, NetGalley, and Big City Press for an…..
Calling all Avid Readers- I have the Perfect Series for You!
The last time I blogged about Michigan Author Jane O’Brien, she had recently published Yesterday’s Dreams- A Slip in Time Book 3. (Remember- its the one with the atmospheric cover with the railroad tracks.)
Well, I guess time does slip away- because now Jane O’Brien has released Book 7 in her time travel…..
THE BOHEMIANS
“If you loved Song of a Captive Bird like I did, you will want to read the latest creative historical biography by Jasmin Darznik. Featuring the photographer Dorothea Lange in 1920s San Francisco, Darznik paints an illuminative portrait of the photographer and the woman.”—Ms. Magazine, Most Anticipated Reads for the Rest of Us 2021
For me, this book has it all: literary…..
THE WOMEN OF CHATEAU LAFAYETTE by Stephanie Dray Editorial Reviews Review
“[R]iveting…We can learn from Adrienne, Beatrice, and Marthe’s stories, even as we’re swept away.” —Oprah Magazine
“Expert storytelling…highly recommended, sure to appeal to fans of women’s fiction, WWII-era historical fiction, and the musical Hamilton.”—Booklist (starred review)
“This is a wildly impressive novel with characters who fly off the page. The Women of Chateau Lafayette unflinchingly describes the toll that war and the fight for democracy takes on us all……
The Invisible Woman by Erica Robuck
Look up “Virginia Hall” online and you will learn that she was a WWII American espionage agent. When you read author Erica Robuck’s fascinating historical fiction look at Virigina Hall, you will be enthralled and inspired by Virginia Hall’s life.
Thanks to Berkley Publishing and NetGalley for a digital advance review copy of this amazing book.
Based on the remarkable true story of…..
A Remedy in Time Jennifer Macaire “Your favorite new timeslip story, from the author of the cult classic TIME FOR ALEXANDER series” To save the future, she must turn to the past . . .
San Francisco, Year 3377. A deadly virus has taken the world by storm. Scientists are desperately working to develop a vaccine. And Robin Johnson – genius, high-functioning, and…..
November- a Bounty of Books!
I am truly thankful for books! What a joy to look at the cover of a book that is calling to you and know that soon you will be turning the pages to a new world. I’m delighted to share my reviews of books I have read and remembered with pleasure. I want to help you find…..
Tsarina by Ellen Alpsten
As many of you know, I am enthralled with historical fiction. This is what books were made for- to take me away from the dusting and vacuuming, the robo calls, the dismal weather, and place me in a whole new world. Historical fiction is the gift of excitement, insight, surprise, and entertainment.
How often do you get…..
A Wing and a Prayer by M W Arnold
A Wing and a Prayer (Broken Wings Book 1)
When Betty Palmer’s sister dies under suspicious circumstances whilst landing her Tiger Moth, Betty and three other women pilots of the Air Transport Auxiliary in WWII England unite to discover who killed her and why.
Estranged from her family, Penny Blake wants simply to belong. American…..