Chanel Cleeton's new novel is very different from her earlier novels which focused more on the changing political environment and its impact on Cuban families. I was intrigued from the beginning with this story.
This is a mystery with lots of unanswered questions. It has themes of wealth and downfall, dreams, infidelity, secrets and murder. I liked the setting of the story in the Miami area during the early boom times, the development of the characters spanning the two generations and the wrap-up. A very fitting ending.

I enjoyed reading THE CONTINENTAL AFFAIR. It is a fast read because the author keeps you engaged through the skillful use of the past and present and the development of the characters and their relationship.

I really liked this book. Like the book THE ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF LINNI AND MARGO, it is a story of a special bond between an older woman and a younger woman. Throw in family dynamics for both, a lot of surprises and escapades à la Thelma and Louise, and you have a good read! Loved the characters! As a young octogenarian I found the book fun to read.

JACKIE & ME is a very engaging book. The author provides so much information behind the facade of the Camelot-like life of the Kennedys...who would have dreamed! The handling of her friendship with Lem was a cornerstone of the story.
As a college freshman when JFK was elected, I wanted to be like Jackie.
As much as I enjoyed reading THE COURTSHIP OF MR. LINCOLN, JACKIE & ME is better. Enjoy the read and recall the era!

When I began reading the book I wasn't sure I would finish it, another early to mid-20th century era book about a bookstore or library. However, the more I read, the better I liked it. It highlighted the more liberal European society, especially in the literary world. Sylvia Beach was indeed a very motivated strong woman to succeed in publishing Joyce's novel and dealing with him and his outrageous behavior. The book is well researched and rounded out personalities of other writers who frequented Shakespeare and Company.

Knowing nothing of J. P. Morgan’s Library or personal librarian, I was intrigued by the title. Written by two authors, one white, one black, created an authentic look at the cost/benefit of “passing”. Professionally and socially, Belle was able to dramatically succeed through her intellect, passion and perseverance for the printed word and for visual art. Belle was able to effectively deal with the business associates who sought to use her for their personal gain and as she weighed responses to questions to avoid spilling her deepest secret. The family dynamics, both immediate and extended, were interesting. Especially interesting was the pressure from the mother for her to succeed while seemingly content for the mediocrity for the other children. This is sure to be on the agenda for book clubs across the country.