Susan Mallery’s ‘The Summer of Sunshine and Margot’ [EXCERPT]

Two sisters make a change in Susan Mallery’s latest novel. (Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

Now that Memorial Day has passed and summer has unofficially begun, it’s time to start packing up our beach bags with juicy reads populated with addictive characters and loads of plot twists. Susan Mallery has provided such a novel in The Summer of Sunshine and Margot, a tale of two sisters determined to change their lives for the better and perhaps find a little romance in the process. Enjoy this exclusive excerpt! —J&H

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Jathan FinkMay 30, 2019May 30, 20193 Comments

Books

‘The Love Letter’ Changes Lives Centuries After It Is Written [REVIEW]

Golden light kiss — When a Hollywood actress meets the screenwriter of an epic love story, she is surprised to discover he based the script on a love letter written by one of his ancestors. (Photo by Adrian Fallace, Flickr)

An actress acclaimed for her death scenes seeks a career reboot by accepting the leading role in a feature film based on a centuries-old love letter. But will this role of a lifetime change more than just the trajectory of her career? Find out in Rachel Hauck’s The Love Letter. Continue reading “‘The Love Letter’ Changes Lives Centuries After It Is Written [REVIEW]”

Jathan FinkAugust 2, 20182 Comments

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Love Triumphs Over Illness in Mary Hogan’s ‘Left’ [REVIEW]

Couple — When love is the last memory, a little fantasy can go a long way. (Photo by mrhayata, Flickr)

A dream vacation becomes a surreal moment in time when everything one woman knows about her husband begins to unravel as their relationship begins its descent into frightening new territory. How will she cope? And can their marriage survive? Find out in Mary Hogan’s beautiful, thought-provoking new novel, Left: A Love Story. Continue reading “Love Triumphs Over Illness in Mary Hogan’s ‘Left’ [REVIEW]”

Heather FinkJune 25, 2018June 25, 20182 Comments

Books

♦ Ruth Hogan’s ‘The Keeper Of Lost Things’ Reminds Readers of What is Truly Important [REVIEW]

A woman finds sanctuary in the beautiful home of an aging author in Ruth Hogan’s *The Keeper of Lost Things.* (Photo courtesy Pexels)

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If you enjoy stories that are insightful, thought provoking, and transcendent, you are going to love our latest Diamond Review title, Ruth Hogan’s The Keeper of Lost Things. This dazzling little gem of a book will draw you in with memorable characters guaranteed to win your heart, make you examine the world around you with fresh eyes, and prompt you to live a more significant existence. Continue reading “♦ Ruth Hogan’s ‘The Keeper Of Lost Things’ Reminds Readers of What is Truly Important [REVIEW]”

Heather FinkFebruary 12, 2018February 12, 20182 Comments

Books, Family & Pets

On A Good Marriage [GUEST POST]

Randy and J.T. Ellison on New Years Eve 2017. (Photo courtesy J.T. Ellison)

As I write this, I am three days shy of my 22/25th anniversary. We share our wedding date with the date of our first kiss, hence the dual year celebrations. We’ve had a long and happy life together, and anticipate many more years to come. I fell hard the night we met, and those feelings haven’t gone away. Continue reading “On A Good Marriage [GUEST POST]”