Special Feature: Little Disasters by Sarah Vaughan

This book is one that I am so excited to share with you all on a personal level. Not only does it sound like it’s going to tackle some big issues that women face but the author’s own personal story about how she came to write this book is so memorable!

You will have to keep reading to see what I mean about the author’s own story down in an article that I included from Publisher’s Weekly. The article is outstanding and really captures the excitement of this novel. She sounds like she has been through so much and that it was important for her to get the details of this book right and I can’t help but be intrigued by that dedication and her story!

This book sounds like it’s going to be a thriller that taps into mom life. Women face such interesting challenges in the professional world as well as the domestic world and it’s always an interesting topic to explore which is why I am really looking forward to this one. Keep reading to get all the details! Continue reading “Special Feature: Little Disasters by Sarah Vaughan”

Review: The Girl from Vichy by Andie Newton

Last year I read Andie Newton’s debut novel, The Girl I Left Behind, and I loved it. After reading that debut, I was so excited to see what she came up with next.

Newton is a strong and rising voice in the historical fiction genre so when I saw this was her next book, I couldn’t wait to check it out! Not only is this cover absolutely stunning, but the summary sounded incredible.

Obviously I am a big fan of historical fiction and I am always looking for a new and exciting author’s to watch and this author is right up there at the top of my up and coming hot authors. Continue reading “Review: The Girl from Vichy by Andie Newton”

Special Feature and Excerpt: The Dazzling Truth by Helen Cullen

A story set on an island off the coast of Ireland? Umm yes please! This story sounds like it’s going to be full of romance and self discovery and all set in Ireland. That to me was the cherry on top.

This is a new to me author but I couldn’t be more excited to share about this book and also add it to my TBR.

Full of tragedy and romance and yet wrapped up in a heart warming book, this one has been getting rave reviews and if you are looking for something that provides a bit of an escape then this one might be fore you. Be sure to check out this little sneak peak below! Continue reading “Special Feature and Excerpt: The Dazzling Truth by Helen Cullen”

Special Feature and Author Interview: Lovecraft Country by Matt Ruff

If Lovecraft Country hasn’t been on your radar by now, it should be. Not only is it about the be a big HBO series, produced by some big names like J.J. Abrams, but it’s also incredibly relevant to current events and racial climate in our country.

Tomorrow night is the premier and you better believe I am watching it tomorrow night after the kiddo goes to sleep! What really catches my eye about this one is that it’s a horror story set in Jim Crow America. Having officially made horror part of my regular reading rotation, this book came at just the right time for me.

With themes of racism and the legacy of slavery as the dominant themes in this book, I think it will leave readers with a lot to talk about as well as process while at the same time being scary with a healthy dose of sci-fi and horror. How exciting does that sound?

Today I am thrilled to bring you all the details of the upcoming show and of course this lovely book that was published in 2016, but I also have an interview with author Matt Ruff. He has a new book out now, 88 Names, that has been getting rave reviews. Not to mention it also sounds equally captivating so be sure to check it out. I have 88 Names linked for you guys here! 

Don’t forget to watch the official trailer for the upcoming show and set your alarms to watch it tomorrow night!

Now, let’s get to the fun part and find out a little more about the author, Matt Ruff and this exciting book, Lovecraft County. Continue reading “Special Feature and Author Interview: Lovecraft Country by Matt Ruff”

Special Feature: Louisiana Lucky by Julie Pennell

Have you ever fantasized about what it would be like to win the lottery? Let’s be real, we all have thought about it at one point or another especially when we see those huge Powerball numbers. Honestly what would someone do wit 500 million dollars? It’s a number the boggles the mind.

Well this book explores just that thought. Three sisters win the lottery and each sister uses those winnings in different ways and making what they think are all their dreams come true.

I love that this book sounds like it’s also going to explore the dark side of winning the lottery. It’s easy to imagine what life would be like winning the lottery but the reality I am sure is far from idillic. More money more problems or so the saying goes. Today I have this book up for special feature and I can’t wait to read it and I hope you will enjoy it as well! Continue reading “Special Feature: Louisiana Lucky by Julie Pennell”