Saturday Share – Vatican Daughter

A Book Review Extensive research through books, news articles, and personal travel is the basis for a page-turner about intrigue at the Vatican.Vatican Daughter is a novel about family, love, and murder in and around the Vatican. The story had me so enthralled I couldn’t put the book down, and I read the first fifty … Continue reading Saturday Share – Vatican Daughter

Share Saturday – Mafia Fiction

Do yourself a favor and read this book. Trust No One, Promise Nothing is the human side of an Italian Mafia crime drama. Ginger Wakem did her research well and did a terrific job of turning actual unsolved true crime stories into elements of her fictional phycological thriller. You will find yourself rooting for one … Continue reading Share Saturday – Mafia Fiction

From The Eyes of Darkness

A gripping and beautifully written story. From the Eyes of Darkness is literary fiction at its best. In this a beautifully written and powerful story, the author, Laura Fuller, sheds light on the issues of abuse. The harrowing journey of her protagonist, Jessa, illustrates that healing is not a destination but a lifelong process. Laura’s … Continue reading From The Eyes of Darkness

Review: The Children of Willesden Lane

The Children of Willesden Lane is a memoir about Jewish children being evacuated from Vienna on the eve of WWII. It is a real tear jerker, not only for the sad situation, but also for the beauty of the music.  Music is a central theme for the story. In 1938, Lisa is a talented pianist … Continue reading Review: The Children of Willesden Lane

Review of The Great Alone

The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah The Alaskan wilderness has always been intriguing to me, so I love the setting of the story. The weather, remoteness, and lack of basic necessities is not for the faint of heart. I am in awe of people who go off the grid and can adapt to the harsh … Continue reading Review of The Great Alone