Tag: Historic Fiction

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Review: The Lost Boys of London (Bianca Goddard Mysteries #5) by Mary Lawrence

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Bianca Goddard is a completely new to me sleuth, last year was the first time I discovered her and it was the fourth book that I picked up. I was told that each book in the series could be read as a standalone, so I was excited to dive in, even if I was skeptical.

I was thrilled that the book was indeed possible to read as a standalone and thought it was a very interesting and enjoyable series so I was excited to read the next book, even if I haven’t gone back and read the other books in the series.

This book sounded exceptionally good as it is set in the final days of Henry VIII reign and seemed to include a Catholic reference so I was excited to see how this one unfolded and as always, to read a well done mystery. Continue reading “Review: The Lost Boys of London (Bianca Goddard Mysteries #5) by Mary Lawrence” →

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Review: Duke Darcy’s Castle (Dare to Defy #3) by Syrie James

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I have recently had a lot of luck with historical/Regency romances and when this book came along I was excited to see if my luck would hold!

Admittedly though, this cover didn’t speak to me in any way. In fact it was a little confusing. The pose is a little awkward and a pose of that nature is usually reserved for more saucy romances but in this one, the characters are fully clothed and it made me think more clean romance.

But either way, I thought the summary sounded fun and I especially liked the crumbling castle element so I was excited to check it out and see if it was something that I could fall in love with! Continue reading “Review: Duke Darcy’s Castle (Dare to Defy #3) by Syrie James” →

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Review: Mrs Boots (Mrs Boots #1) by Deborah Carr

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Deborah Carr is an author that only recently popped onto my radar with her book The Poppy Field. When her latest novel came up for review I found myself eager to read it as I hadn’t gotten around to The Poppy Field yet.

I was also intrigued by the fact that this book is told mostly through letters and I love epistolary novels so this book was a no brainer yes for me.

The other thing that drew me to this book was the fact that I knew nothing about this apparently well known women, Florence Boot. Before this book I hadn’t heard of her or the well known—but clearly not to me—Boots chemists. I love learning about new things so I was open to finding out more via this historical fiction novel! Continue reading “Review: Mrs Boots (Mrs Boots #1) by Deborah Carr” →

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Special Feature: A Child Lost (Henrietta and Inspector Howard #5) by Michelle Cox

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I have really enjoyed the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series and I cannot believe we are already on the fifth book in this series!

Author, Michelle Cox, has done a great job developing the characters in this series and the plot. She also does an excellent job with her research and mystery so if you enjoy historical mysteries then you might want to get this one on your radar!

Today I have all the details of the upcoming book in this series and where to pick up a copy, so make sure to check it out! Continue reading “Special Feature: A Child Lost (Henrietta and Inspector Howard #5) by Michelle Cox” →

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Special Feature: The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd

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Sue Monk Kidd’s books have always been poignant, interesting, and well written and her latest book promises to be all that and more.

This book takes a fictional approach to Jesus’s life as a man rather than the divine. I think this is going to be one of those books that people either fall in love with, or simply can’t believe.

Either way, Sue Monk Kidd’s skills as a writer and research are undeniable and not to be missed. I for one have this book on my TBR and you should too! I am thrilled to be able to share a little about this book with you all today! Continue reading “Special Feature: The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd” →