Goodreads Blurb

The cure for a willful wife…

Drusilla Clare is full of opinions about why a woman shouldn’t marry. But that doesn’t stop the rush of desire she feels each time her best friend’s brother, notorious rake Gabriel Marlington, crosses her path. So imagine her dismay when she finds herself in the clutches of a scoundrel, only to be rescued by Gabriel himself. And when Gabriel’s heartless—and heart-pounding—proposal comes, it’s enough to make Dru’s formidable resolve crumble…

…is a smitten husband.

She’s sharp-tongued, exasperating—and due to one careless moment—about to become his wife. Still, something about Drusilla has Gabriel intrigued. First there’s the delicious flush of her skin every time she delivers a barb—and then the surprisingly sensual feel of her in his arms. Gabriel even finds himself challenged by her unusual philosophies. And when he discovers a clandestine rival for Dru’s affection, his temperature flares even hotter. But the real threat to their happiness is one neither of the newlyweds sees coming. If they’re to save their future—and their very lives—they’ll need to trust in each other and their growing love.

Author Biography

I write Regency Era romance and the first six books in my Outcasts series will be published by Kensington Press. DANGEROUS, BARBAROUS, & SCANDALOUS are already out and NOTORIOUS will be out in 2020, OUTRAGEOUS in 2021.

Before I began writing I spent time as a dock worker, a reader for the blind, a criminal prosecutor, and I taught American History on the college level for five years. My last job was running an 8-bedroom bed and breakfast, a subject I will never write about…

I like historical fiction because I enjoy escaping into the past when I relax. And I write romance because I love a happy ending and everything that happens along the way.

I came to writing late in life and I feel like I have to write fast to catch up! I work every day looking out over the Sangre de Cristo mountains and my free range birds and dogs!

When I’m not writing I’m playing with my animals, knitting, DIYing, crocheting, sewing, or watching old movies.

For fans of The Nightingale and All the Light We Cannot See, a spellbinding story of impossible love set against the backdrop of the Nazi regime.

As the dutiful daughter of a high-ranking Nazi officer, Hetty Heinrich is keen to play her part in the glorious new Thousand Year Reich. But she never imagines that all she believes and knows about her world will come into stark conflict when she encounters Walter, a Jewish friend from the past, who stirs dangerous feelings in her. Confused and conflicted, Hetty doesn’t know whom she can trust and where she can turn to, especially when she discovers that someone has been watching her.

Realizing she is taking a huge risk—but unable to resist the intense attraction she has for Walter—she embarks on a secret love affair with him. Together, they dream about when the war will be over and plan for their future. But as the rising tide of anti-Semitism threatens to engulf them, Hetty and Walter will be forced to take extreme measures.

Will the steady march of dark forces destroy Hetty’s universe—or can love ultimately triumph…?

Propulsive, deeply affecting, and inspired by the author’s family history, Daughter of the Reich is a mesmerizing page-turner filled with vivid characters and a meticulously researched portrait of Nazi Germany. In this riveting story of passion, courage and morality, Louise Fein introduces a bold young woman determined to tread the treacherous path of survival and freedom, showing readers the strength in the power of love and reminding us that the past must never be forgotten.

Author Biography

Louise Fein was born and brought up in London. She harbored a secret love of writing from a young age, preferring to live in her imagination than the real world. After a law degree, Louise worked in Hong Kong and Australia, travelling for a while through Asia and North America before settling back to a working life in London. She finally gave in to the urge to write, taking an MA in creative writing, and embarking on her first novel, People Like Us (named Daughter of the Reich in the US and Canada edition). The novel was inspired by the experience of her father’s family, who escaped from the Nazis and arrived in England as refugees in the 1930’s. Louise lives in the beautiful English countryside with her husband, three children, small dog and the local wildlife who like to make an occasional appearance in the house. Louise is currently working on her second novel. (

Dive into the epic world of international bestselling author Leigh Bardugo with this beautifully illustrated replica of The Lives of Saints, the Istorii Sankt’ya, featuring tales of saints drawn from the beloved novels and beyond. Out of the pages of the Shadow and Bone trilogy, from the hands of Alina Starkov to yours, the Istorii Sankt’ya is a magical keepsake from the Grishaverse.

These tales include miracles and martyrdoms from familiar saints like Sankta Lizabeta of the Roses and Sankt Ilya in Chains, to the strange and obscure stories of Sankta Ursula, Sankta Maradi, and the Starless Saint.

This beautiful collection includes stunning full-color illustrations of each story. 

My Review: Rated 3 out of 5 Stars

Leigh is a very talented storyteller. She brings us 28 Saint stories that are all dark and pretty weird. I can’t get over the names of places and people in this book. I really don’t know where Leigh comes up with all the weird names. That in it’s self is a talent.

The illustrations are interesting. Sometimes, I wasn’t sure how the saint connected to the illustration and the story. The stories are very short and only briefly you get to learn about how each Saint became who they are. Her imagination to bring us weird creepy stories is amazing. It takes immense talent to write stories like the ones in this book.

She knows how to create worlds that we can’t possibly imagine they could ever exist, even in our imaginations. I love the decorations on the pages and I actually think the red leather bound book with gold lettering is nice. I would not have included the half blue cover. I loved that she added the red book on the very last illustration. Some of these stories are very interesting. Enter the world of Saints who have to fight for their beliefs at whatever the cost. This book teaches us that bad people always get what they deserve. 

Author Biography

Leigh Bardugo is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of fantasy novels and the creator of the Grishaverse (coming soon to Netflix) which spans the Shadow and Bone Trilogy, the Six of Crows Duology, The Language of Thorns, and King of Scars— with more to come. Her short stories can be found in multiple anthologies, including the Best American Science Fiction & Fantasy. Her other works include Wonder Woman: Warbringer and Ninth House (Goodreads Choice Winner for Best Fantasy 2019) which is being developed for television by Amazon Studios. Leigh was born in Jerusalem, grew up in Southern California, and graduated from Yale University. These days she lives and writes in Los Angeles. For information on new releases and appearances, sign up for her newsletter.

She would be delighted if you followed her on Twitter, elated if you visited her at LeighBardugo.com, and fairly giddy if you liked her selfies on Instagram.

Wishing you all a fabulous New Year!

I hope next year will have many exciting moments for you. May all your goals and dreams come true and of course many more books to read. A new clean slate to make new memories. Wishing you all a healthy and prosperous New Year!

BOOK DETAILS:
In Your Eyes
by Jayne Townsley
(Seasons of Love, #2)
Publication date: January 5th 2021
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Synopsis:

Crystal Davis got her wish for the Crew’s long-awaited post-graduation trip. Sun and fun before focusing on her new career as a pediatric RN at St. Francis’ Children’s Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, was just what she needed. Bonus? She met Troy Bennett, and she realized she wanted less frivolity in her life and a little more serious.

Troy Bennett is a man fighting the demons who tell him he is worthless every day of his life. Demons his mother conjured. He quiets them with alcohol and casual relationships, never allowing any woman to get close enough to him so he will never have to disappoint one. Then on the spur of the moment trip to Panama City Beach with his Ranger buddies, he sees the future he’s always been afraid to pursue exit a Jeep Wrangler at a local donut shop.

Just as Troy and Crystal are finding their footing, she gets the call she never thought she would earn: Crystal Davis is going to Hollywood to be a contestant on America’s Next Chart Topper. What started as a way to honor her murdered friend has now become her dream. Chasing her dream means leaving Troy behind for a bit, and she wonders if her absence will cause what they’ve built so far to come crashing down.

Chasing her dream also means she’s put herself in a place where she’s vulnerable to the side of Hollywood that no one wants to acknowledge. A place where people only care about her and Troy’s story for the audience while behind the scenes, evil, selfish people work to tear them apart.

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56228929-in-your-eyes
Pre-order: https://amzn.to/3rButq4

Author Biography

Jayne Townsley lives with her multi-generational family in Northeast Oklahoma’s aptly named Green Country. A transplanted Okie from the Chicago suburbs, she has grown to love this state and its people with a passion, happily calling it home for the past 15 years.

Jayne shares her home with a rescued Shollie named Maui and two cats called Gamora and Nebula.

Jayne enjoys old-fashioned road trips and is in the process of planning one to tour Oklahoma’s Route 66. She is also something of a Disney World addict.

Run to You is her debut novel.

You can find her on the web at the following places:

facebook.com/jaynetownsleyauthor
goodreads.com/jtauthor2020
instagram.com/jaynetownsleyauthor
pinterest.com/jaynetownsleyauthor
twitter.com/jaynetownsleyauthor
jtauthor.blogspot.com

BOOK DETAILS:

Just One Chance
by Lynn Stevens
Publication date: January 25th 2021
Genres: Contemporary, New Adult, Romance, Young Adult

Synopsis:

One summer. One last chance.

Miranda Reynolds hasn’t had a good year. Her obsession with Eddie Blake pushed her over the edge last summer, and she’s been working toward straightening her life out since.

When Aiden King shows her more than a passing interest, Miranda hesitates. Aiden is smart, funny, and loyal. Not to mention gorgeous. Despite her reservations about dating her best friend’s brother, Miranda agrees to go out with him.

But she can’t stay away from Eddie.

With her world shifting, a family disaster turns her life upside down.

Determined to change perceptions, Miranda sets out to prove that she’s more than what she’s been labeled.

If only she could believe it herself. 

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56134026-just-one-chance
Pre-order: https://amzn.to/3mONbHi

Author Biography

Lynn Stevens flunked out of college writing her first novel. Yes, she still has it and no, you can’t read it. Surprisingly, she graduated with honors at her third school. A former farm girl turned city slicker, Lynn lives in the Midwest where she drinks coffee she can’t pronounce and sips tea when she’s out of coffee. When she’s out of both, just stay away.

Author links:

https://www.facebook.com/LynnStevensAuthor/

https://www.lstevensbooks.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lstevensauthor/

https://twitter.com/LStevensAuthor

https://www.bookbub.com/authors/lynn-stevens-9f75eb64-b01a-494c-8360-43108f700d62

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16771319.Lynn_Stevens

Goodreads Blurb

Having seen the magic and wonder spread by ‘The Book of Secrets’, Santa Claus has now decided to chronicle a year in his life at the North Pole. Through this spellbinding account, he explores the immense depth of effort required to deliver magic to the world upon that one, special night each year. What is Mrs Claus like? Which other magical creatures assist in the delivery of Christmas? What are the Northern Lights? Where do Santa and Mrs Claus travel to in the summer? What secrets lie hidden in the Hall of Records? How does the Dream Tree at the North Pole work? What are the magical pathways? What happens at the Reindeer Training School? Once more, Santa Claus himself answers these questions and many more, as he delves deeper into his remarkable, magical world and continues to unlock the startling truth behind the mysteries of Christmas.

My Review: 4 out of 5 stars

We all wonder what Santa Claus does throughout the year in order to prepare for next Christmas. This book will bring children the inside scoop of some of Santa’s yearly task in preparation for that one magical day of the year. Children will enjoy learning about the elves, reindeers and inside scoop about the magical North Pole. This is a great story for parents to read to children, since it’s very wordy, but be sure children will be excited to learn about Santa’s monthly schedule. It has amazing illustrations that remind you of a vintage Christmas. This book will be a favorite for many children.