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April 24, 2023

~ TUESDAY FEATURE HER SURPRISE COWBOY GROOM ~

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Her Surprise Cowboy Groom JustRead Blog Tour 

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Her Surprise Cowboy Groom 

by Cathy McDavid, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

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Her Surprise Cowboy Groom

Title Her Surprise Cowboy Groom
Series:
  Wishing Well Springs #4
Author:
  Cathy McDavid
Publisher:
  Harlequin Heartwarming
Release Date:
  April 25, 2023
Genre:
  Sweet/Clean Contemporary Romance

An instant family

Could change her plans! 

Ambitious wedding dress designer Laurel Montgomery can’t afford to be distracted…especially not by easygoing cowboy Max Maxwell. Wrangling his three-year-old twin daughters, a rambunctious puppy and a fledgling business, Max has his hands full, too. But he also knows the value of going for ice cream and fishing with his girls. Can he show Laurel there are more important things than making it big—like love and family? 

From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.

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Laurel blinked, thinking she was seeing double. Thetwo freckled-faced little girls were clearly sisters, their resemblanceundeniable. “Hello, there. I was just making friends withJelly Belly.” “She’s a bad dog,” the girl with the red T-shirtsaid in a solemn voice. “Really?” “She chews,” the girl with the purple T-shirtadded. “And potties inside.” “She pottied in there.” Her sister indicated theoffice door. Ah-ha, thought Laurel. That explainedthe dog’s banishment. “Well, she’s just a puppy.” “She’s this old.” The girl in purple held up fourfingers. Laurel decided she must mean four months. “How oldare you and your sister?” “This many,” the girls answered simultaneously andheld up three fingers. “And you’re twins?” They both nodded as the office door flew open.Laurel expected a typical, casually attired, millennial couple to emerge,parents of these girls and Jelly Belly’s owner. Or, perhaps, a harried motherwho’d stopped in for a quick meeting to go over some detail on her new housedesign. Laurel was wrong on both counts. A tall,broad-shouldered cowboy filled the doorway. With his dusty boots, weatheredhat, worn work shirt and jeans that had traveled thousands of miles in thesaddle, he couldn’t possibly be these adorable girls’ father. “Daddy, Daddy!” The girls rushed over and pulledon his hands in a bid for attention. Okay. Wrong again.

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A sweet Western romance filled withhumor, problem-solving, and love . . .

This is the first time I've read thework of Cathy McDavid, but it won't be the last! I thoroughly enjoyed thisstory which is overflowing with engaging characters—including an entertainingpuppy—delightful settings, and the mishaps that naturally come with caring forpre-schoolers and an energetic puppy.

The meet-up between the two maincharacters is unique. I will gladly admit to laughing out loud for the entirefirst chapter as Laurel met Jelly Belly the puppy, a set of adorablethree-year-old twin girls, and their attractive father.

Wishing Well Springs includes aminiature Western town and a barn used for events along with Laurel Montgomery'swedding dress design studio, Bellissima. It is one of Payson, Arizona's mostsuccessful businesses.

Laurel loves to design and sew wedding,bridesmaid, and flower girl dresses for her clients. She is so focused on her business,that the rest of her life is rather chaotic. Her self-esteem was greatlydamaged when a previous relationship suddenly crumbled. She's built barriersaround her heart and is determined to protect herself from repeating theprevious break-up.

The lead male, Max Maxwell, is the ownerof a soon-to-be-opened venture named Happy Trails Glampsite. He is still adjustingto life as a single parent while juggling raising his daughters, training anenergetic puppy, and finishing his 'to do' list for Happy Trails. He previouslyowned a team penning business, so Max is an experienced businessman with solidideas and goals that will likely make his innovative glamping facility asuccess.

Through patience, forgiveness, andworking together to solve their own past and current issues, Max and Laurelagree to explore a relationship as a couple.

Fans of this genre will enjoy thisrealistic, well-written story. This book is completely clean in language andcontent.

I received a copy of this book from theauthor through JustRead Publicity Tours. All of my opinions and thoughts sharedhere are solely my own. 

 

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About the Author

Cathy McDavid 

 

NY Times and USA Today bestselling author CATHY MCDAVID is living her dream penning heart-stopping suspense thrillers for Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense and heart-touching family dramas for Harlequin Heartwarming.

Connect with Cathy by visiting cathymcdavid.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.Tour Giveaway

(2) winners will each receive a Cowboy coffee mug, Starbucks gift card, print copy of A Secret Christmas Wish and How to Marry a Cowboy by Cathy McDavid, and author bling

Her Surprise Cowboy Groom JustRead giveaway

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 25, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on May 2, 2023. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Published on April 24, 2023 21:30

April 20, 2023

~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE ROMANCE BY PROXY ~

 ~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE ~ --  'ROMANCE BY PROXY'  -- AUTHOR JUNE MCCRARY JACOBS 

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'Romance By Proxy' is the first book in the 'Pink Lilac Inn' series . . .

In her early forties and never married, Lainey Barton enjoys a quiet life as the event planner for her family's historic inn. Organizing weddings and family reunions keeps her busy, but she longs for something more in life.

Join Lainey as she maneuvers her way through a unique romance, a cozy mystery, and other rough patches along the path toward her goal of finding love and happiness.

This contemporary romance story is a clean, wholesome, 'later-in-life' military romance which is completely clean in language and content.

 

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Published on April 20, 2023 21:30

April 18, 2023

~ WEDNESDAY ROMANCE CAUGHT BY THE COWGIRL ~

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Caught by the Cowgirl JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Caught by the Cowgirl by Tanya Agler, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

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 About the Book 

Caught by the Cowgirl

Title Caught by the Cowgirl
Series:
  Rodeo Stars of Violet Ridge #1
Author:
  Tanya Agler
Publisher:
  Harlequin Heartwarming
Release Date:
  April 25, 2023
Genre:
  Sweet/Clean Contemporary Romance

She’s got a knack…

For roping in hearts 

 

For rancher Will Sullivan, nothing is more beautiful than a Colorado sunrise…until Kelsea Carruthers shows up at his ranch, wanting to lease his land. But Will has plans for his struggling ranch that don’t include the gorgeous, quirky Southern belle. Now Kelsea is quickly learning how to be a true cowgirl—even as she steals everyone’s hearts. And this gruff, set-in-his-ways cowboy might just be falling the hardest… 

From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.

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Searching for a nearby restaurant that was still openreminded Kelsea she’d refused a perfectly good dinner at the Silver Horseshoe.

Her pulse raced as she thought of her first visit to aworking ranch. Will measured up to her preconceived notions of what a cowboyshould look like on the outside. Handcrafted dark brown leather boots with finestitching matched the cowboy hat adorned with a silver horseshoe buckle. Toobad his sullen personality didn’t match the handsome exterior.

Will had mentioned something about riding Domino in therodeo. She checked out a video clip of him on her phone. There he was, roping asteer in mere seconds. Mesmerized, she watched until the end when he charmedthe journalist in his interview.

Was this the same man? She viewed it again. Yep, it was.

That side of him, hidden as it was, must explain theinexplicable tug of attraction she’d felt toward him.

Business professionals are not attracted to potentialclients.

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A heartfelt Western romance filled withunique characters, love, and hope for a bright future . . .

Tanya Agler is one of my favoriteHarlequin Heartwarming authors because her stories tug at my heartstrings andengage me from the opening paragraph until the last. 'Caught by the Cowgirl' is one of my favorite clean, wholesomeromance reads in 2023.

Bubbly Kelsea Carruthers is a novice inher job selling wind turbines, and she's traveled to the Silver Horseshoe Ranchin the Colorado Mountains to discuss business with the owner of the ranch. She'sunder a lot of pressure to make it in this new job because of reasons revealedas the story moves on. Through a clever and humorous meet-up, Kelsea meets theintense, unfriendly owner of the ranch—handsome Will Sullivan.

Will Sullivan is drowning in problems.He's still grieving the loss of his parents in an accident and the loss of hislongtime rodeo career. He's stressed about the ranch's finances and is tryingto figure out a way to turn things around to put the ranch back on track tosuccess. He doesn't have time to listen to a business proposal about windturbines.

Quirky characters such as Will's UncleBarry along with ranch animals Domino and Rocket offer readers opportunities tochuckle amidst the various challenges that befall Kelsea and Will. Alater-in-life romance, a trio of lonely senior gentlemen, and Kelsea's volatilerelationship with her father and other family members helped to make this storyextremely engaging from start to finish.

The light and joy that Kelsea brings toeveryone she meets was one of my favorite aspects of the story. Will's personalgrowth and the realistic romance between the two characters will please fans ofthis genre.

This book is completely clean in languageand content. I received a copy of this book from the author through JustReadPublicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions shared here are solely my own.

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About the Author

Tanya Agler

 

An award-winning author, Tanya Agler makes her home in Georgia with her wonderful husband, their four children, and a lovable rescue beagle. When she’s not writing, Tanya loves classic movies, chocolate, and a good cup of tea.

Connect with Tanya by visiting tanyaagler.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card and a signed copy of The Sheriff's Second Chance!

Caught by the Cowgirl JustRead giveaway

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 19, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on April 26, 2023. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Published on April 18, 2023 21:30

April 15, 2023

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I've curated a collection of six ofmy original sewing design patterns that will make perfect gifts for the moms,grandmas, teachers, brides, moms-to-be, graduates, and birthday gals in yourlife to help kick start your creativity this spring.

The Fabric Flowers Tea Towels,Ruffled Clutch Purse/Makeup Bag, Beaded Wool Felt Cupcakes, and Sunflower WallQuilt e-books are available on my Amazon page at:

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Published on April 15, 2023 10:44

April 13, 2023

~ FRIDAY FEATURE WEALTH OF DECEPTION ~

~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE ~--  'A WEALTH OF DECEPTION'  -- AUTHOR TRISH ESDEN 

 

 

'A Wealth of Deception' (A Scandal Mountain Antiques Mystery) 

 by Trish Esden

 

About 'A Wealth of Deception'  
A Wealth of Deception (A Scandal Mountain Antiques Mystery)  [image error][image error]Traditional Mystery2nd in Series Setting - VermontCrooked Lane Books (April 18, 2023) Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 336 pagesISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 163910254X ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1639102549Digital ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B6Z76QTK  

 

Danger, art, and a touch of romance collide in Trish Esden’s second exquisitely crafted Scandal Mountain Antiques mystery, perfect for fans of Jane K. Cleland and Connie Berry.

Some people are willing to die for their art. Others are willing to kill for it.

When Vermont antique and art dealer Edie Brown discovers an unsettlingly dark collage by the famed reclusive “outsider” artist known only as Vespa, she opens a Pandora’s Box of deception and danger.

Edie teams up with Uncle Tuck and Kala to investigate the background of the collage but only uncover secrets that are more disturbing than the artwork itself. As Edie tracks down the validity of the piece, she stumbles into an art underground where some people are willing to kill to keep their schemes a secret.

Esden expertly crafts a complex cast of characters, a breathtakingly gorgeous setting, and a twisty plot that often poses more questions than answers.


About Trish Esden

Trish Esden loves museums, gardens, wilderness, dogs and birds, in various orders depending on the day. She lives in northern Vermont where she deals antiques with her husband, a profession she’s been involved with since her teens. Don’t ask what her favorite type of antique is. She loves hunting for old bottles and rusty barn junk as much as she enjoys fine art and furnishings. Trish is the author of the Scandal Mountain Antiques Mystery series which explores the secretive and adrenaline-charged underbelly of the antique and art world.

Author Links: Website: https://trishesden.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066846565777 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trishesden/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/patesden Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21662893.Trish_Esden Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/trish-esden
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Published on April 13, 2023 21:00

April 12, 2023

~ THURSDAY FEATURE NOVEL-TEA EVENING ~

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A Novel-Tea Evening Blog Tour Sign Ups JustRead Blog Tour

 

Welcome to the Blog Tour for A Novel-Tea Evening with Authors including Lynn Austin, Susie Finkbeiner, Jocelyn Green, Laura Frantz, Kate Breslin, Amanda Barratt, and Joanna Davidson Politano, sponsored by JustRead Publicity Tours!

 

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--  'THE ROSE AND THE THISTLE'  --

AUTHOR LAURA FRANTZ

 


ABOUT THE BOOK:

Title:   TheRose & The Thistle
Author:  Laura Frantz
Publisher:   Revell
Release Date:   January 3, 2023
Genre:   Christian Historical Romance

"A deeply atmospheric story of faith, love, and sacrifice that is as captivating as it is enthralling."--Sarah E. Ladd, bestselling author of The Cornwall Novels

In 1715, Lady Blythe Hedley's father is declared an enemy of the British crown because of his Jacobite sympathies, forcing her to flee her home in northern England. Secreted to the tower of Wedderburn Castle in Scotland, Blythe quietly awaits the crowning of a new king. But in a house with seven sons and numerous servants, her presence soon becomes known.

No sooner has Everard Hume lost his father, Lord Wedderburn, than Lady Hedley arrives with her maid in tow. He has his own problems--a volatile brother with dangerous political leanings, an estate to manage, and a very young brother in need of comfort and direction. It would be best for everyone if he could send this misfit heiress on her way as soon as possible.

In this whirlwind of intrigue, ambitions, and shifting alliances, Blythe yearns for someone she can trust. But the same forces that draw her and Everard together also threaten to tear them apart.

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Struck by sunlight, the sprawlingchateau was a blinding, rose-hued white. It reminded Lady Blythe Hedley ofhome, of her family's Northumbrian castle with its pink harled walls, a pearlin an emerald-green meadow. Tipping her straw hat slightly forward, Blytheglanced up at the royal apartments and terraces on the second floor beforeturning toward the River Seine and the chateau's famous gardens.

Her companions walked ahead of her. Werethey finally tired of flirting with the officers of the Gardes du Corps whostood watch? Only Lady Catherine Stuart tarried, linking arms with her oldfriend before continuing down the gravel path, their maids following at a discreetdistance.

"How fetching you look in your palegreen gown, La Belle Hedley. Akin to a stalk of celery," Catherine teased,knowing Blythe didn't give a fig for fashion and lamented her height, exceedingmost of the court's gallants. "And though you may roll your eyes at me forsaying so, there's no doubt you are the best-dressed woman here and have setFrench society afire."

'Tisnot my fashion sense but my mother’s reputation that has done so. "I would rather spend it all on books than silksand ribbons," Blythe replied.But her dear father wouldn't let her. The duke was far more matrimonially minded than she. And given she lacked any outward beauty save her garments,fashion was her one asset.

from: Laura Frantz, The Rose and the Thistle

Revell, a division of Baker PublishingGroup, © 2023. Used by permission.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

LauraFrantz is a Christy Award winner and the ECPAbestselling author of more than a dozen novels, including The Frontiersman'sDaughter, Courting Morrow Little, The Lacemaker, and A Heart Adrift. She is aproud mom of an American soldier and a career firefighter. A direct descendentof George Hume of Wedderburn Castle, who was exiled to the American coloniesfor his role in the Jacobite Rebellion, Laura lives with her husband inWashington State.

Connect with Laura by visiting laurafrantz.netto follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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A Novel-Tea Evening with Authors
September 2, 2023 at 7 p.m. 
Palmer House Hilton Hotel, Chicago

 

Join us at 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 2, at Chicago’s historic Palmer House Hilton Hotel for a tasteful evening with tea and talk of books, writing, history, and the power of story. Emceed by Chris Jager of Baker Book House, seven novelists will share what inspires them, tales from the research files, what they’ve learned on the journey, and their hope for readers.


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Lynn Austin

LYNN AUSTIN, whose titles include Long Way Home, Chasing Shadows, and If I Were You. Connect with her at LynnAustin.org.

Amanda Barratt

AMANDA BARRATT, whose titles include Within These Walls of Sorrow, The White Rose Resists, and My Dearest Dietrich. Connect with her at AmandaBarratt.net.

Kate Breslin

KATE BRESLIN, whose titles include In Love’s Time, As Dawn Breaks, and Far Side of the Sea. Connect with her at KateBreslin.com.

Susie Finkbeiner

SUSIE FINKBEINER, whose titles include The All-AmericanThe Nature of Small Birds, and All Manner of Things. Connect with her at SusieFinkbeiner.com.

Laura Frantz

LAURA FRANTZ, whose titles include The Rose and the Thistle, A Heart Adrift, and Tidewater Bride. Connect with her at LauraFrantz.net.

Jocelyn Green

JOCELYN GREEN, whose titles include The Metropolitan Affair, The Windy City Saga series, and The Mark of the King. Connect with her at JocelynGreen.com.

JOANNA DAVIDSON POLITANO

JOANNA DAVIDSON POLITANO, whose titles include The Lost Melody, A Midnight Dance, and The Love Note. Connect with her at JDPStories.com.

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April 11, 2023

~ REGENCY ERA FEATURE DAWN'S UNTRODDEN GREEN ~

 ~ REGENCY ERA FEATURE ~ --  'DAWN'S UNTRODDEN GREEN'  -- AUTHOR CAROLYN MILLER

 

Dawn's Untrodden Green JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Dawn’s Untrodden Green by Carolyn Miller, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

 

About the Book

Dawn's Untrodden Green

Title:   Dawn's Untrodden Green
Series:
   Regency Wallflowers #3
Author:   Carolyn Miller
Publisher:
   Kregel Publications
Release Date:
   April 11, 2023
Genre:
   Christian Historical Romance

"Highly entertaining, refreshing, and witty. . . . [A] beautifully written, delightful, and faith-filled romance of two endearing hearts."

--Grace Hitchcock, award-winning author of My Dear Miss Dupré

 

Not much happens in Theodosia Stapleton's tiny Northumberland village. Certainly not to her. She has resigned herself to spinsterhood, caring for her ailing mother in the home of her grandfather, known to the locals as "General Contrary." When her dear friend dies and leaves behind a daughter, it's simple enough to take the child into her own quiet world. That is, until her ward's famous uncle unexpectedly arrives and throws Theo's tidy orbit completely off-kilter. 

Fame was the last thing Daniel Balfour sought when he fought in the Peninsular War. But his brave exploits caught the attention of the King, and now the honors he was given hound him everywhere . . . even on his rushed trip to rescue his orphaned niece.Theo's quick wit and warm smile reassure him that Rebecca is in good hands, and he finds himself free to swiftly return to London and his responsibilities. But those caring hands are beginning to look like they could also safely hold his heart, and he's tempted to linger. Unfortunately, marriage is simply not in the cards; the army is spouse enough for him. 

Then an accident and a scandal lead both Theo and Daniel to discover that their best-laid plans may not have been what God designed for them after all. 

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Itseemed there were far too many goodbyes to be had in what felt too close atime.

She thoughtby now she’d been inured to departures, but with the loss of the captain fromtheir neighborhood and the upcoming loss of Becky’s company, it seemed Theofaced a future infinitely bleaker than she had known. Talk of London, oftravel, of a future that had always seemed too remote to even pay heed to, nowseemed a little closer, a little more tantalizing. Sometimes she washalf-tempted to ask sweet Becky if she would like Theo’s company as a kind ofcompanion. But then the thought of leaving her mother to her grandfather’sever-volatile moods soon damped down such foolish fancies.

Oh,but how wonderful it would be to have a life beyond these four walls. To daredream that there might exist a man in this world—whose name was notFrederick—who might wish to share his life with her.

Overthe years, she had worked hard to find contentment, so at night she’d pray andask God to take such desires away, only to wake up each morning with thethoughts still firmly entrenched.

 

REVIEW:

A Regency-era romance filled with humor,compassion, and hope . . .

Set in 1812 in Northumberland, England,this story will bring fans of this genre a cadre of interesting characters tofollow as they weave their way through grief and mishaps on the way to asatisfying conclusion. One of my favorite aspects of this story was that it isfilled with subtle humor and quick wit. The main characters don't hesitate topoke fun at society's rigid standards and customs.

The author's 'Regency Wallflowers'series features strong women who have been overlooked by society because oftheir quirky personality or unusual appearance. In this installment, TheodosiaStapleton, is acting as the lady of Stapleton Court because her mother isinfirmed. Her father is deceased, and they live with her dour and demandinggrandfather who does not shy away from sharing his opinion about everythingthat happens in and around his home.

Never married, Theo has given up hope offinding a man who will love her for who she is. She is a compassionate, kindwoman who gives of herself to aid others who are grieving their own losses.

This plot is filled with subterfuge,gossip, and interference from meddling members of the community. Severalcharacters seem to siphon all of the oxygen out of the scenes in which theyappear and add drama to the plot.

As a fan of historical fiction, I enjoythe author's ability to immerse readers into this time period and setting withher descriptions of fashion, society events, and daily routines aroundStapleton Court and in the village.

This story is completely clean inlanguage and content. A strong faith thread runs throughout the story.

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Published on April 11, 2023 21:30

April 8, 2023

~ REVELL READS AFTER THE SHADOWS ~

 ~ HISTORICAL FICTION FEATURE ~ --  'AFTER THE SHADOWS'  -- AUTHOR AMANDA CABOT

 

ABOUT THE BOOK:

A brighter future awaits--if she canescape the shadows of the past

Emily Leland sheds no tears when her abusive husband is killed in a bar fight,but what awaits her back home in Sweetwater Crossing is far from the welcomeand comfort she expected. First she discovers her father has died undermysterious circumstances. Then the house where the handsome new schoolteacher,Craig Ferguson, and his son are supposed to board burns, leaving them homeless.When Emily proposes turning the family home into a boardinghouse, her sister isso incensed that she leaves town.

Alone and broke, her family name sullied by controversy, Emily is determined tosolve the mystery of her father's death--and to aid Craig, despite her fears ofmen. The widowed schoolmaster proves to be a devoted father, an innovativeteacher, and an unexpected ally. As they work to uncover the truth, they justmay find the key to unlock a future neither could have imagined.

"If you love stories with interesting historical backgrounds, convincingcharacters, and compelling plots, Amanda Cabot's After the Shadows is a bookyou won't want to miss."--Ann H. Gabhart, bestselling author of When theMeadow Blooms


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Amanda Cabot

Amanda Cabot is the bestselling authorof After the Shadows, as well as several historical and contemporaryromance series, including Mesquite Springs, Cimarron Creek Trilogy, TexasCrossroads, Texas Dreams, and Westward Winds. Her books have been finalists forthe ACFW Carol Awards, the HOLT Medallion, and the Booksellers' Best. She livesin Wyoming. Learn more at www.amandacabot.com.

 

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REVIEW:

 

A touching story filled with faith, family, healing, and anunsolved mystery . . . 

I havehad the pleasure of reading several of this author's previous historicalromances, and this story is a strong kick-off to her Sweetwater Crossing series.Set in 1882 Texas, the story takes place in a small town namedSweetwater Crossing where things are not always as they appear.

Thelead female character, Emily Leland, has returned to her family's home after ayear away. Tragedy strikes the small family again, and Emily's life is sentinto yet another tailspin for the third time in a short time. When she learnsthat her family's home--Finley House--is in dire financial straits, sheimmediately springs into action to resolve the issue.

The newschoolmaster, Craig Ferguson, and his two-and-a-half year old son, Noah, arrivein town at the worst possible time. They are both grieving and want to begin anew life. Mr. Ferguson's teaching skills are effective, but his disciplinarymethods are questioned by many of the town's leaders and citizens. Noah isa lively addition to the story as his antics bring humor to the story at muchneeded points in the story.

Oneaspect of this story I found unique and which I greatly appreciated was theinclusion of a developmentally delayed twelve-year-old girl, Beulah, in theplot. Beulah was a delightful girl who wanted to attend school. Because of theinterference of some of the town's adults and one classmate in particular,things did not always go smoothly for this sweet girl.

Themystery which unfolds in the story was heart-wrenching for Emily and many othersin the town. Craig and Emily work together to solve the mystery so that theperpetrator can be stopped. In the meantime, the pair forms an undeniable bond.

Thefaith thread is strong and runs through the entire story. This book iscompletely clean in language and content. Fans of historical fiction andhistorical romance will appreciate this author's skill at immersing her readersin the time period and setting for her story.

 

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Published on April 08, 2023 10:01

April 6, 2023

~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE MURDER IN POSTSCRIPT ~

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~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE ~ --  'MURDER IN POSTSCRIPT'  -- AUTHOR MARY WINTERS   ✒️📰🖋️📃✒️📰🖋️📃✒️📰🖋️📃    
    Murder in Postscript (A Lady of Letters Mystery) by Mary Winters  ✒️📰🖋️📃✒️📰🖋️📃✒️📰🖋️📃 About 'Murder in Postscript'

 

 

Murder in Postscript (A Lady of Letters Mystery) [image error]  Historical Cozy Mystery1st in SeriesSetting - Victorian London, 1860 Berkley (March 28, 2023) Paperback ‏ : ‎ 320 pagesISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593548760 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0593548769Digital ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0B5D5HW3K 

 


When one of her readers asks for advice following a suspected murder, Victorian countess Amelia Amesbury, who secretly pens the popular Lady Agony column, has no choice but to investigate in this first book in a charming new historical mystery series.


Amelia Amesbury—widow, mother, and countess—has a secret. Amelia writes for a London penny paper, doling out advice on fashion, relationships, and manners under the pen name Lady Agony. But when a lady’s maid writes Amelia to ask for advice when she believes her mistress has been murdered—and then ends up a victim herself—Amelia is determined to solve the case.


With the help of her best friend and a handsome marquis, Amelia begins to piece together the puzzle, but as each new thread of inquiry ends with a different suspect, the investigation grows ever more daunting. From London’s docks and ballrooms to grand country houses, Amelia tracks a killer, putting her reputation—and her life—on the line.


 

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Excerpt:  Chapter OneLondon, England 1860  Amelia Amesbury hated to admit it, but she was bored. Mind-­numbingly bored. She supposed this was what contentment felt like: a beautiful young charge, bless her heart, playing the pianoforte; a governess, prim and proper, turning pages; and three tiers of cakes to choose from in a tastefully papered drawing room. But if she was so content, why was she itching for the afternoon’s post?  She glanced at the portrait of her dead husband above the fireplace mantel. She could put the brunt of the blame on him, bless his heart, too. When they met, she had no idea who he was. He presented himself like any young man in Somerset, looking for a room at her family’s respected inn, the Feathered Nest. Well, not exactly any young man. His manners were a little too refined, as were his features: smooth skin, straight nose, good teeth. When he revealed he was an earl, after she’d accepted his proposal, she was surprised, yes, but assumed that’s how it was done. Wealthy aristocrats had to protect themselves and their fortunes. Like Lancelot, Edgar Amesbury had come in disguise, and the subterfuge hadn’t bothered her in the least. In fact, it added to the excitement.  Amelia set down her flowered teacup with a plunk, earning her a glance from the governess. Despite her last name, Amelia was no Amesbury. Yet here she was, now the widow of one of the wealthiest families in London, with a country manor in Cornwall besides, responsible for the upbringing of Edgar’s niece, Winifred. She was the reason he’d chosen a wife so quickly—that and his degenerative illness, which took him just two months after their marriage. He had wanted Winifred cared for when he was gone, and Amelia was doing a good job, if she did say so herself. Smart, well behaved, and kind, Winifred was, in every aspect except blood, her daughter. As Winifred tinkled her way through Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 21, Amelia was so proud. And yet, there was the afternoon post at the door!  “I’ll get it, Jones,” Amelia called to the butler. Winifred paused at the instrument. “Please continue, dear. You’re doing wonderfully.”  The letters she’d been waiting for all afternoon were here, the letters addressed to Lady Agony, her secret pseudonym and life-­giving alter ego. Amelia’s black dress rustled noisily as she alighted for the door. She opened it before the deliverer could knock.  “Good afternoon,” greeted Amelia. “A lovely day to poke your head out for a breath, isn’t it?”  The man blinked. “My lady.”  Amelia inhaled the thick London air—and choked. It was no matter to her whether it was smoke filled, smelly, or rank, however. It was the thrum of the city that had enticed her to leave Somerset without protest. Mells, the small village where she grew up, delivered newspapers directly to the Feathered Nest—and into her small hands. She spent many afternoons poring over news from the city, young dreams arising in her heart even then, and when Edgar asked her if she would move to London, she answered with a resounding yes. “I’ll take that, thank you.”  The deliverer bowed wordlessly, and Amelia shut the door, returning to the drawing room as she opened the parcel and thumbed the correspondence: one, two, three letters. They requested advice on love, labor, and life. Well, mostly love, but letters all the same. Correspondents needed help traversing the murky waters of life’s greatest unsolved mystery, and who better to guide them than a member of the social elite? Her title was the reason her responses were so popular—that and her honest advice. Times had changed, and readers were desperate to change with them, reaching for the next rung of the social pecking order. Plus, they and the ton wanted to know who Lady Agony really was and how she had become involved in writing in the first place.  It was her childhood friend and fellow newspaper fiend, Grady Armstrong, now an editor at one of the most popular penny weeklies in London, who put her in touch with the task. No one but he and Amelia knew the true story. A year ago, his office was flooded with letters addressed to the magazine’s agony column, called such because of the angst in the letters. When the writer became discouraged with young people’s outrageous behavior and quit, Grady had neither the time nor the talent to respond. That’s when he asked Amelia—who needed something to occupy her hours after her husband’s death—if she would be interested in the chore. He knew she enjoyed reading and writing. Would she enjoy a secret job at the weekly magazine? Did the queen enjoy tea? She agreed in a heartbeat. Now Grady’s office was busier than ever before, but in a good way. Her unconventional wisdom and mysterious identity kept readers hooked—and buying more magazines.  “Letters!” exclaimed Winifred, leaving the pianoforte. “Are any for me?”  Amelia slipped them into the crevice of the chair. “I’m afraid not. But your performance was top-­notch. I’ve hardly enjoyed Mozart more.”  “Really?” Winifred pushed a fair lock of hair from her face.  “Really.” The Amesburys were known for their handsome hair, and Winifred’s was no exception. Winifred would grow into a beauty before long, but for now Amelia was enjoying the plumpness of her cheeks, the crookedness of her smile, and her enthusiasm for life. At ten years old, Winifred was at that precious age between child and young woman, and Amelia was going to savor every moment.  Unlike Winifred, Amelia had long auburn locks with honey highlights that hung to her waist when it wasn’t swept up, which was only at bedtime. Her hair, streaming behind her as she rode into the inn’s stable, was the first thing Edgar had noticed about her. The second was that she wasn’t riding sidesaddle.  The governess tsked from the corner. “Lady Winifred, you’ve not been excused from the pianoforte. The last page went dreadfully fast.”  “That’s all for now, Miss Walters,” said Amelia. “I’d like to have a cup of tea with Winifred before I reply to my correspondence.”  Miss Walters bowed deeply, her light brown bun a perfect swirl. “As you wish, Lady Amesbury. Please send her up to the music room when you’re finished.” Winifred jumped into the patterned chair next to Amelia, her feet not touching the floor. She reached for a strawberry tart, then drew back her hand, waiting for permission.  When Miss Walters was gone, Amelia turned to Winifred. “Would you like a sweet?”  “Yes, please, and tea also.”  Amelia poured out the tea. “Do you like playing the pianoforte?”  “Very much,” answered Winifred. “Three sugars, please.”  Amelia raised her eyebrows but dropped in the sugars. “I can tell. I can feel it when you play.”  “Governess Walters said I played it too fast.” Winifred took a bite of the strawberry tart, closing her blue eyes as she savored the sweetness. Only a child could enjoy the full pleasure of tartlets.  “She knows best.” Amelia placed the girl’s tea next to her. “She’s been classically trained.” It was one of the reasons Amelia had hired her; also, she was terribly good at French. Winifred had a talent for music, and Amelia wanted to make sure her musical instruction was taken seriously. Much to Amelia’s delight, Winifred performed for her every afternoon in the drawing room. Most of the practice went on in the music room, so the performances were a treat. They also helped Amelia keep an eye on her lessons.  “Amelia, may I ask you something?” asked Winifred. When no one was around, she called Amelia by her Christian name.  “Anything, dear.” Amelia took a sip of her tea.  Winifred leaned in. “What’s really in those letters?”  Amelia paused, her cup at her lip. Children were smart, and she and Winifred had spent a lot of time together since Edgar’s passing. In some ways, they’d weathered the tragedy together. There was no lying to the girl. First, she would know it, and second, Amelia respected her too much to deceive her. “The most wonderful things. Secret things that I cannot discuss with you today.”  “But someday?” Winifred gulped her tea.  “Yes, someday I will tell you. I will show you.” Amelia set down her empty cup. “For now, it must be enough to know they bring me pleasure, as your pianoforte brings you pleasure. And for that reason alone you must keep quiet. Can I trust you?”  Winifred popped the rest of the tart in her mouth and nodded.  “I know I can,” said Amelia. “Now you had better be off to see Miss Walters. She’ll be wanting you to rework those last measures.”  Winifred gave Amelia an impulsive hug, and Amelia breathed in the beautiful strawberry scent of the child. Edgar hadn’t given her love—he wouldn’t risk passing on his degenerative condition— ­but he had given her his dear niece, and for that, Amelia would always be grateful.  When the girl was gone, Amelia took the letters into the library, her favorite room in the house. It was something else Edgar had given her that she’d enjoyed very much—a home with books. While the Feathered Nest had plenty of room for dining and entertaining, it did not afford much room for books, just the special theatricals the family loved and performed. One of her favorite performances was Romeo and Juliet, probably because she and Grady were central characters. Most times her eldest sister, Penelope, took the lead roles. Indeed, Penelope was better at memorizing lines, but Amelia was better at improvising.  She stopped and inhaled a breath. The room smelled of cloves and paper and past cigars. Hundreds of leather-­bound tomes filled the wooden bookshelves that lined the two-­story room. She bypassed the books and made for the large rosewood desk, situated in a bright alcove of windows. It faced a dark green couch, striped chairs, and an ornate oval table. In a nearby corner was a smaller table, with heavy crystal glasses and fine liquor. And on the far wall was a grand stone fireplace, surrounded by two soft damask chairs, comfortable enough for reading and dozing. She’d spent many nights there doing just that.  Slice went the letter opener, revealing the contents for her eyes only. She scanned the penmanship: hurried, sloppy, and slightly smudged from tears. Definitely a relationship problem. Settling into her chair, she began to read the letter.  Dear Lady Agony, You are a lady of repute. Please tell me what to do. I love the boy next door, but he’s unaware of my feelings. I am certain we possess a special bond, for he smiles at me so. But he’s going to ask another girl to marry him. He told me his plan on the way to the well. I stumbled away, confused, but how I longed to tell him the truth of my feelings. Am I too late? Devotedly, Too Late for Love  Amelia dunked her quill in the ink. This one was easy, a drop in the bucket of love letters. She began her response, which would be printed in the magazine. Readers’ letters weren’t included, and a good thing, too. Amelia had a feeling many writers would be embarrassed later by the emotion they’d poured into their requests.  Dear Too Late for Love, It’s never too late for love. In fact, I prefer the old, and perhaps wiser, adage, Better Late than Never. In your case, it cannot be truer. You love the boy and are late to admit it. Yes. However, there is still time. He hasn’t asked anyone to marry—yet. Best he knows your true feelings before he proceeds. Even if he does not reciprocate them, you will feel secure in the knowledge that you told him. And that is a feeling you can live with. The other is not. Yours in Secret, Lady Agony  The next letter was just as clear-­cut. It was from a reader who was jealous of her friend’s hair, though she didn’t say so outright. The letter accused the friend of spending too much time dressing her long, blonde, thick locks, but it was obvious to Amelia that the letter writer wished for the hair herself. Another dunk into the inkwell, and Amelia was poised to respond.  Dear Hair, There, and Everywhere, Some women are born with great hair. Others are born with great wit, vivacity, or kindness. Cultivate one of the latter. Or purchase a wig. The choice is just that simple. Yours in Secret, Lady Agony  She waited a moment before opening the last letter, savoring the unknown contents. It would be tomorrow afternoon before she received more letters, the mysteries that made up her day. Because of the popularity of the column, Grady made certain the letters arrived daily so that she wouldn’t fall behind. She turned the envelope over in her hands, positioning it in front of the light. A few drops of spring sunshine shone through the windows, making burgundy flecks on the wall as it bounced off the nearby decanter of brandy. Soon a housemaid would be in to start a fire, to warm the chill brought on by the late afternoon. Then Amelia would enjoy a glass of sherry before dressing for dinner, a complicated affair that she had never quite mastered.  She noted the seal of the envelope had been hastily done. Dashed out at the last minute, perhaps, the letter might contain time-­sensitive information. Amelia unfolded the paper. The handwriting, no better than chicken scratch, was hard to decipher. Written at a slant, possibly in this morning’s rain burst, it was wrinkled and marked. Yet the writer’s desperation was clear from the first sentence. Amelia scanned the letter twice before dropping her quill, splattering ink on the desk. She grabbed her spectacles and read it a third time. Her eyes must be deceiving her. It was indeed dated this morning.  Dear Lady Agony, You are my last hope, for I have nowhere else to turn. Could you meet me at St. James’s Park at nine o’clock this evening? Make sure no one follows you. I believe someone is following me. I’ll be at the bench by the pond. You will know me by my red hat. Please make every effort. I’ve witnessed something dreadful, and I fear the worst. Devotedly, Charlotte Postscript: I think my mistress was murdered.

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Mary Winters is the author of Murder in Postscript, the debut novel in A Lady of Letters Mystery series. A longtime reader of historical fiction and an author of two other mystery series, Mary set her latest work in Victorian England after being inspired by a trip to London. Since then, she’s been busily planning her next mystery—and another trip! Find out more about Mary and her writing at marywintersauthor.com.

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Published on April 06, 2023 21:00

April 4, 2023

~ WEDNESDAY SUSPENSE FEATURE THE WRONG SEAT ~

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Title The Wrong Seat
Series
:  Langston Sisters series #2
Author:  Natasha D. Frazier
Publisher
:  Encouraging Works
Release Date
:  April 6, 2023
Genre
:  Christian Romantic Suspense

Life doesn't return to normal for the Langston Sisters . . .

Compelled to get her family’s business back on solid ground after Crystal's arrest tanks their company's sales and reputation, Ava shoulders the responsibility to secure the biggest deal Langston Brands has had since inception. However, someone doesn’t like the idea and poisons her to thwart her mission. 

Ava’s father hires The Four Kings private security firm to protect Ava from the ongoing threats. When Zack Kingsland takes the job, he does so reluctantly. He’s been out of the field for five years since his last job cost him his ex-wife. Now that he’s back in the thick of things, he finds that he not only needs to protect Ava, but also his heart. 

A man of his word, Zack won’t compromise his assignment or Ava’s safety, not even for the growing feelings he has for her.How can Ava and Zack navigate their feelings without losing sight of the mission—to keep her safe? 

The Wrong Seat (Ava's story) is book 2 in The Langston Sisters series.

 

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Ava swiveled her head in the directionof the familiar voice. “Aunt Elaine, hi. How’ve you been?” Though she adoredElaine Waters, a woman who was like family to the Langstons and worked at theircompany for more than twenty years, Ava forced a smile. She hadn’t talked toher in the five years since Elaine had left Langston Brands. The polite thingto do would be to spend a few minutes talking to her or at least promise tocall, but thoughts of a potential sweatshop operation taunted her.

Elaine wrapped her arms around Ava’sneck. “I’ve been well. It’s so good to see you.” She pulled away and held Avaat arm’s length. “You look amazing.”

Ava felt her smile become more genuine.“Thank you.”

“I’m meeting a friend for dinner, butlet’s catch up soon. It’s been too long.”

“I agree. Let’s schedule lunchsometime.”

“I look forward to it.” Elaine kissedher cheek and vanished as quickly as she’d appeared.

Ava made a mental note to contact Elainelater while she dealt with the situation that was minutes from making her loseher mind.  First, she called Crystal,then asked her to add Layla to the call. When she arrived at her car, a tissuewas tucked in the door handle.

Ewww.

She grabbed the tissue by herfingernails and threw it to the ground.

“We’ve got a problem,” Ava said whenboth of her sisters were on the line. She reached for the door handle, but herhand fell limp at her side. In a matter of seconds, her body grew weak, andeverything went dark.

 

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The Reunion

About the Author

Natasha D. Frazier fell in love with love around the age of twelve because of artists like Babyface, Boys II Men, Whitney Houston, and New Edition. Around sixteen when her mother purchased a romance novel and left it lying around the house untouched, Natasha read it and a spark for the written word had been ignited.

Natasha believes that writing is one of her purposes and contributions to the world. She feels accomplished when she can get a few words written and like blah when life gets in the way. Her hope is that at the end of every novel, readers will feel like they’ve been wrapped in a cozy blanket with a mug of their favorite coffee/tea/warm drink. 

When she isn’t reading or writing, she is likely watching movies with her family. Natasha resides in Richmond, TX with her husband, Eddie Frazier, Jr. and their three children, Eden, Ethan, and Emilyn. Her greatest joy and commitment is to her family who she hopes to inspire above all else. One of her many mottos in life is: Faith removes limitations. Natasha and her family attend Parkway Fellowship in Richmond, TX, where she volunteers as a small group leader for elementary students. Natasha is also a member of the Houston Area Alumni Chapter of Jackson State University and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 

Connect with Natasha by visiting natashafrazier.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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(1) winner will receive a The Wrong Seat swag box and $10 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 4, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on April 11, 2023. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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