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Remembrance
Remembrance
by Rita Woods
Remembrance (11/13/2019)
This ended up not being the book that I expected. It was more about the "voodoo" beliefs that transcended over time rather than the history of the native Haitians. At times I was enthralled with the story and at other times I thought the story dragged. I loved the authors …more
Sold on a Monday
Sold on a Monday
by Kristina McMorris
Historical novel with suspense and romance (8/17/2018)
To think that people would actually sell their children! The Great Depression brought on poverty and many were pushed to do this in order for those children to survive. This story shows what happens when those that are impoverished and those that are wealthy handle their …more
A Place for Us
A Place for Us
by Fatima Farheen Mirza
A moving story of a Muslim-American familygood memories and the bad (4/8/2018)
How alike we all are! Whether Christian, Muslim, Jewish or other, families are families. This writer explained in such beautiful prose about the customs and mores of an average Muslim family living in America. She also wrote about the reactions of Americans to their customs. …more
As Bright as Heaven
As Bright as Heaven
by Susan Meissner
Beautiful prose, beautiful book (10/11/2017)
Historical fiction is my favorite and this book ranks in the top ten, in my opinion. The story takes place in 1918 Philadelphia, PA during the Spanish flu epidemic. One becomes part of a family, that you feel a part of, through the authors beautiful prose. It is …more
The Twelve-Mile Straight
The Twelve-Mile Straight: A Novel
by Eleanor Henderson
Outstanding writing, excellent story (5/11/2017)
It has been a long time since I've read such a gripping story. It takes place in a small southern Georgia county in the 1930's. The story tells of two young girls; one white and one black and how they grow up together. Race relations is a large part of the story and …more
The Second Mrs. Hockaday
The Second Mrs. Hockaday
by Susan Rivers
A "must read" for historical fiction lovers (12/13/2016)
I found myself unable to put this book down. The reader is caught up in the mystery of Placidia Hockaday. Something happens while her new husband goes off to fight in the Civil War that greatly affects her life. You want to know what has happened. This book is written in …more
Karolina's Twins
Karolina's Twins
by Ronald H. Balson
Not just another WWII novel (7/19/2016)
I enjoy historical fiction and have read a lot of books with WWII as the setting. This book has a different slant as it has some mystery in it. At the risk of sounding trite, once I started I couldn't stop! The only criticism I would have is that I felt the author could …more
The Railwayman's Wife
The Railwayman's Wife
by Ashley Hay
Engaging story of post WWII Australia (2/14/2016)
This is a beautifully written story of a widow, her daughter and several of the village men home from the war. They all grieve in their own ways; alone and with each other. The way it is written allows the reader to feel as though they were there in this beautiful area of …more
Maud's Line
Maud's Line
by Margaret Verble
Maud's Line (7/21/2015)
I was attracted to this novel because I hadn't read much about the Cherokee people once they had been sent out west. The story was entertaining but would have liked more character development. I felt like I needed to know more about what Maud, Booker and Billy were thinking. …more
The Secrets of Midwives
The Secrets of Midwives
by Sally Hepworth
Hated to see this book end! (1/11/2015)
A combination of mystery, family relationships, romance and character study, this novel is one of the best I've read in a long time. As a nurse, I found the medical story line accurate. The characters were both real and likable. The grandmother, mother, and daughter are all …more
Mimi Malloy, At Last!
Mimi Malloy, At Last!
by Julia MacDonnell
Mimi Malloy, At Last (4/4/2014)
I can't say for sure why I didn't care for this book. I think I just didn't care for Mimi's daughter who constantly was in her business. I'm sure this is how the author wanted to portray this character and she she did a good job of it. I also was looking for more of a story …more
Doing Harm
Doing Harm
by Kelly Parsons
Exciting! (11/5/2013)
For his first novel, I really enjoyed this medical thriller. Once started, I was unable to put it down. I don't think that his medical and technical knowledge was too much for the average reader. His writing flowed very well. I would recommend this novel for anyone …more
Once We Were Brothers
Once We Were Brothers
by Ronald H. Balson
Once We Were Brothers (8/25/2013)
As a lover of historical fiction, I found this novel to be excellent. This debut author did a really good job of developing his characters. I felt I knew the main characters; Ben, Catherine and Liam as if they were friends or colleagues. The story had me fully absorbed and …more
A Murder at Rosamund's Gate
A Murder at Rosamund's Gate: A Lucy Campion Mystery
by Susanna Calkins
Good read for debut author. (3/31/2013)
After a rather slow start, I really enjoyed A Murder at Rosamund's Gate. I love historical fiction but had not read anything during this time period. So l learned quite a bit of the history of England during this era. I enjoyed all the characters although I felt the author …more
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