Lies That Bind by Ashley Farley

Lies that Bind by Ashley Farley


My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Amazing read. Couldn't put it down. Ashley Farley has done it again. The story makes you laugh, cry, be filled with disbelief, and very, very sad when it ends. I predict there will be more novels with these characters. They are wonderful and so real. One can imagine where Maggie, Eva, and Anna Reese's journey will take the reader next. Please develop them further. I think everyone should become an Ashley Farley fan.





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Life on Loan by Ashley Farley

Life on Loan by Ashley Farley

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Ashley Farley does it again. A masterpiece. This novel is fantastic. One gets lost in the lives of the two major characters. One feels their sadness, their joy, the wonder of their journey and the agony of being invisible. The plot is unique. Two women who met in college, meet in an airport in Atlanta, and instead of leaving the South for California and Seattle, they swap houses, a vacation home in Virginia for one and a Condo in Charleston for the other. The descriptions of both places are filled with the sights and sounds of the area. A must read for lovers of Women's Fiction.



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The Deserter by Nelson DeMille

The Deserter by Nelson DeMille

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Nelson DeMille at his finest. A sure bet to be a bestseller. This book did not disappoint. Although it was written with his son, Alex, one would have thought that one could tell that there was a difference, but this story is written in the same manner as all the others. Entertaining, mysterious, and fast-paced. One can imagine that while this is a novel, the plot could be non-fictional. I have read all of DeMille's books and this one is one of my favorites. If you haven't read DeMille before, start with this book. I think that once finished with this story, pick up any other, especially "The Charm School" and Nelson DeMille will become a favorite author.



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A Family Affair: The Homecoming

A Family Affair: The Homecoming by Mary Campisi

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Another fabulous story by Mary Campisi. The books never fail to delight and are very entertaining. It is a must read. Great to see familiar characters in true form.



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Wildflower Hope

Wildflower Hope by Grace Greene

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Excellent sequel. Grace Greene has created a thoughtful novel of life filled with reflection, sadness, love and happiness. Sadness is a predominant theme, although love is abundant Does happiness override the sadness? One will have to read the book to find out. I wanted more from Wildflower Heart and that's what this story gives you. I still don't want the sequels to end.



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A Season of Surprises at the Villa des Violettes by Patricia Sands

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Fabulous book. The sights, sounds, and even smells jump off the page into your heart. The descriptions of the Carnival and the mimosa flowers is outstanding. One can believe they are in France as they take this journey with the characters. The side stories are wonderful and engrossing. There is mystery and romance. This is a wonderful escape from a rainy Ohio.



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Moody and the Ghost: Hoist the Jib by Kim Hornsby

Moody & The Ghost - Hoist the Jib by Kim Hornsby

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Story is fantastic and so clever. The liberties Kim Hornsby took with the paranormal are priceless. The ending is a shocker and leaves so much room for more of the life of Bryndle and Caspian. Even if you aren't interested in ghostly stories, you will adore this book. Too be published soon. Check out all the other books by Ms. Hornsby if you haven't already.



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Wired Truth by Toby Neal

Wired Truth by Toby Neal

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


This series of Paradise Crime Thrillers by Toby Neal is fast paced, well thought out, and the characters are real. Sophie has been one of my favorite characters since she appeared in the Lei Crime Series. Ms. Neal has made her an enigma. When you think you have figured Sophie out, things happen and life for her goes crazy. One has to read the whole series . I personally want more and I don't want to wait for the next installment. I can imagine what will happen next, but I bet I am wrong. That is what makes this book and series so interesting and entertaining.



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The Road She Left Behind by Christine Nolfi

The Road She Left Behind by Christine Nolfi

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Christine Nolfi has written an engaging family story about love and betrayal. The characters are delightful, even the mean ones. They are real in how they act and think. The setting is very familiar and accurate, especially since I have been to all these spots. In places the book is humorous, sad, and fraught with angst. Once started, it is a page turner. I couldn't put it down and as usual, wished the book took you through birth to old age. I never want any of this authors books to end. It is a must read.



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Emily, Gone by Bette Lee Crosby

Emily, Gone by Bette Lee Crosby

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Exciting, unique, unusual and a real tearjerker. Be prepared to read this book from start to finish in one sitting. I couldn't put it down. The plot is outstanding. One cannot second guess what happens to these characters. Bette Lee Crosby has written another award winning story.



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Only One Life by Ashley Farley

Only One Life: A Novel by Ashley Farley

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Outstanding. Fantastic. Another hit by Ashley Farley. The plot is unique. Lots of angst. Some characters are lovable and others are downright disgusting. There is lots of sorrow. At times one wants to jump into the story and slap the s#@t out of the nasty ones and even at times, give a stern talking to the good ones. Thanks to this author on always giving the reader a different take on family life.



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A Family Affair: The Proposal

A Family Affair: The Proposal by Mary Campisi

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Another Mary Campisi novel in her Family Affair series that is excellent. The plot is unique to her brand of storytelling. The characters are real and yet, not predictable. One could imagine coming from both types of families in the story, the rich and the not so rich, but the riches are defined differently. It isn't money that makes the one family rich. The power of love is what does it. While in a series, it truly could be considered a stand-a-lone novel. I recommend anything Mary Campisi writes.



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Moody & the Ghost: Coming About

Moody & The Ghost - COMING ABOUT: Moody Humorous Mystery Series by Kim Hornsby

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Love, love, love this series. Once again, Kim Hornsby has captured the spirit (pun intended) of romance between a mortal and a ghost. Cannot wait until the next in the series comes out. This book is filled with plot twists that are unusual, mystery, laughter, romance, and strange, but real characters. Being the third in the series, it does not disappoint. I highly recommend this book and anything written by Kim Hornsby.



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Going Home (ARC)

Going Home by Judith Keim

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Home - it means something different to many people. Judith Keim has captured the sense of home in this novel. Well written plot with mystery, romance, tragedy, friendship, and family. Once one picks the book up, one will not want to put it down. I didn't want it to end and can't wait until the second in the series comes out. I am positive that anyone that begins this novel, will want to read all of Ms. Keim's stories. Excellent read and I highly recommend it.



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Wildflower Heart by Grace Greene

Wildflower Heart by Grace Greene

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


I've decided I am never going to read an ARC of any author I love. I want more. This book is outstanding. I can smell and feel the wildflower fields from the description. Grace Greene you outdid yourself. Amazing. Lovely plot. Heartbreaking. Your fans will adore this book and you should gain some fans just for the excellent reviews I am sure you are going to get.



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