Category: Book Review

This is the first book I have read by Virginia Vaughan. I thought the cover was intriguing and that the book blurb so very interesting so I was excited to read this book. Virginia Vaughan did an excellent job of building the mystery of this plot. Just when you think you have solved the crime and figured out who had done it, she throws in a curve ball that you were not expecting. I thought that having the cousins look like each other was one interesting element that I have not really seen used before and it made for some really good situations in this story. I definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes trying to solve puzzles.

Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book in order to give an honest review.

This is the first book I have read by Laurel Blount and I have to say it is at the top of my list of great reads. I absolutely loved all of the characters in this book to the point where I thought that the book was way too short. It could have been twice as long and I feel that I would have still wanted more. The interactions between Oliver and Neil, Maggie and Oliver, as well as Dex and Neil were some of my favorites. I also found Ruby to be so endearing that I wanted to jump into the book and have a cup of coffee with her. Angelo, Maggie’s boss, was also an amazing secondary character that had an awesome depth to the story. I would definitely read a book with each of the secondary characters as main characters if the author were to do that. I highly recommend this book!

I have read two other World War II books by Sarah Sundin which I enjoyed and is why I wanted to read this book. This novel is also set during World War II. The main characters in this story are Lucie Girard and Paul Aubrey. Sarah Sundin does an amazing job of drawing you into these characters’ lives. She also gives you reasons as the reader to feel empathetic toward them and their situations. I also felt so much empathy for the French citizens who do not want the Germans in Paris taking over everything. My favorite character in this novel was the four year old daughter of Paul Aubrey. Her name is Josie. Because I have a daughter about the same age, I found my heart hurting for this little girl that was unfortunately being snubbed because of her dad and cheering for her when Lucie helped her make friends. My favorite quote in the book comes from the lesson that Lucie derives from Josie’s story. It is on page 106. Lucie tells the children “‘Remember sometimes we have to lose what we most love before we can find what we most need.’” Overall, I would definitely recommend this book.

Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book in order to give an honest review.

Though this book is part of the Border Portal series by Darlene L. Turner, it does not have to be read in order with the other books. You will definitely not be lost even if this is the first book you read by this author. I had read several books by this author and have liked every one I have read so far. This one was no exception. If you love trying to figure out a mystery, then this book is for you. This book has all the elements of a really good puzzle. It also teaches lessons about forgiveness of all kinds including forgiving yourself. It talks about realizing that when things go wrong in your life, God is still right there with you. Overall, I definitely recommend this book.

Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book in order to give an honest review.

I am a big fan of Janice Cantore’s books which is one reason that I purchased this book. I also thought the plot sounded really interesting. I will say that if you are sensitive to certain serious subjects that you may not find this book is for you. It does mention domestic violence and suicide. Also part of the book takes place within a jail. However, if you are able to read about these things, then I think you would like this book. It is like a puzzle to solve which is one thing I enjoy. I am a fan of puzzles and trying to figure out things before I am told the solution. All in all I would say this book is well written.