Meet ‘The Other Alcott’ of Orchard House in Revealing Debut Novel [REVIEW]

We’ve all heard of Louisa May Alcott, the author of the classic novel, Little Women, a story she based on her own family. As beloved as that book is, have you ever stopped to think what it might have been like to actually be one of Louisa’s sisters? In Elise Hooper’s exquisite new novel, The Other Alcott, she takes us inside Orchard House, shows us that fame has a price, and reveals just how complicated sibling rivalry can be. Continue reading “Meet ‘The Other Alcott’ of Orchard House in Revealing Debut Novel [REVIEW]”

Jathan FinkSeptember 13, 2017September 12, 20173 Comments

Books, Contest, Entertainment

Meet the Real Nora Ephron in ‘I’ll Have What She’s Having’ [REVIEW]

Nora Ephron and her three biggest hits — Nora Ephron stole America’s heart with three of the most beloved romantic comedies ever produced.
(Photo of Nora Ephron by David Shankbone, Flickr/*When Harry Met Sally…* poster courtesy Columbia Pictures/*Sleepless in Seattle* poster courtesy TriStar Pictures/*You’ve Got Mail* poster courtesy Warner Bros.)

How does a tough-as-nails New York journalist become one of the most powerful players in Hollywood? Find out in Erin Carlson’s revealing new book about the one and only Nora Ephron, aptly titled I’ll Have What She’s Having: How Nora Ephron’s Three Iconic Films Saved the Romantic Comedy. Continue reading “Meet the Real Nora Ephron in ‘I’ll Have What She’s Having’ [REVIEW]”

Jathan FinkSeptember 12, 2017November 7, 20172 Comments

Books

Danger Lurks ‘Beneath Copper Falls’ [REVIEW]

Waterfall — Love can be as beautiful and destructive as water in Colleen Coble’s new Rock Harbor novel, *Beneath Copper Falls*.
(Photo by Robert Brown, Flickr)

Idyllic Rock Harbor is picturesque and beautiful, but is it safe? Or is the tranquil town simply a facade to hide a malicious evil that lurks just beneath the surface? Find out in bestselling author Colleen Coble’s new romantic suspense novel, Beneath Copper Falls.
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Jathan FinkSeptember 7, 2017September 7, 20173 Comments

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Old Secrets Prove Deadly in ‘Thief’s Mark’ [REVIEW]

Cotswolds, England — When new bodies appear and old secrets resurface, FBI agents Sharpe and Donovan must crack the case in Carla Neggers’ *Thief’s Mark*. (Photo by JR P, Flickr)

FBI agents Emma Sharpe and Colin Donovan never can seem to stay far from trouble. When a body turns up in a tranquil English village, dark secrets about a ghastly past rope the duo into yet another hair-raising adventure in Carla Neggers’ latest, Thief’s Mark. Continue reading “Old Secrets Prove Deadly in ‘Thief’s Mark’ [REVIEW]”

Heather FinkSeptember 4, 2017November 12, 20171 Comment

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‘Presidents’ Day’ Preys Upon America’s Worst Fears [REVIEW]

In Seth Margolin’s *Presidents’ Day*, the White House could soon be run by an evil tyrant. (Photo by angela n., Flickr)

One man with a grand scheme and ulterior motives has every intention of insuring who gets elected as the new ruler of the free world. But what does he really want and what is his ultimate agenda? Find out in Seth Margolis’ brilliant new novel, Presidents’ Day. Continue reading “‘Presidents’ Day’ Preys Upon America’s Worst Fears [REVIEW]”

Jathan FinkSeptember 4, 2017September 5, 20172 Comments