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The Secretary (Hokin)-BoT-Historical Fiction-Available Now

This was a unique book in that it was almost a double historical novel.

Most historical fiction has a contemporary storyline and the historical one and they dovetail or feed into each other.

This one not only has a staggering WWII plot (more on that in a minute) but it also has a “contemporary” line that takes place in the 70s and 80s, so that’s more historical as well.

It’s all cleverly woven together, and the author makes some stunning connections that I have never seen before.

Let’s unpack some of that. As always, I will try my hardest to not give away major points, as it is important to discover on one’s own. I truly believe that to be the case for this novel.

The WWII story follows Magda as she is the secretary for a business owner in late 1930s Germany. It doesn’t take a historian to know what happens in that time, nor is it difficult to figure out Magda’s trajectory as the company becomes vital to the German “war effort.”

What made this time period stand out was the focus of the narrative. Many novels have been set in and around the concentration camps and the Jewish “experience” of the times.

But I don’t recollect ever reading one that details the progression and lead-up to one of the worst times for humanity every recorded.

No, that’s not hyperbole. The author is stark in both the descriptions of what happened and the German attitude towards it all. Truly eye-opening.

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The more modern line takes place in East Berlin/Eastern Germany in the late 1970s and 1980s. Magda is now a grandmother (not a spoiler) and her granddaughter, Nina, is learning what life is like under the oppressive thumb of the Stasi.

She knows her grandmother is important, because the Stasi keep tabs and there are veiled references. But the author cleverly keeps Nina in the dark for a long time. The reader is only partially in on the connections, and as the timelines collide, many truths are revealed.

As I have mentioned in the past, I’m a history lover and studied WWII extensively. I’ve never made the connection of the similarities between the Nazis and the Stasi. It was amazing to read and see how Germany (especially Berlin) ended up quite literally out of the frying pan and into the fire.

It was also interesting to see how Magda and Nina paralleled each other, even as Magda tried to keep secrets (as did Nina) and Nina didn’t fully understand Magda’s reasons.

I know it all sounds a bit convoluted, but it’s crystal clear in the book. It’s a masterful look at two very dark times.

It also serves as a clarion call to those who are paying attention to current events.

We can’t let it happen again.  

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Author Bio:

Catherine Hokin is the author of two World War Two inspired novels set in Berlin, her favourite city. Following a History degree at Manchester University she worked in teaching, marketing and politics, while waiting for a chance to do what she really wanted which was to write full time. Her short stories have been published by iScot, Writers Forum and Myslexia magazines and she was the winner of the 2019 Fiction 500 Short Story Competition. She is a lover of strong female leads and a quest.

Catherine now lives in Glasgow with her American husband. She has two grown-up children – one of whom lives, very conveniently, in Berlin – and a life long addiction to very loud music.

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I am a gigantic fan of Boys of the Bayou. I’ve mentioned in several reviews of the original series how much the Landry family feels welcoming and how a story set in Autre feels like visiting home.

So, imagine how excited I was that there is a new spinoff series, Boys of the Bayou Gone Wild. The author cleverly hinted at the possibility in Four Weddings and a Swamp Boat Tour  by introducing grumpy Griffin, Mitch’s roommate, and Tori’s co-worker.

Side note: If you haven’t read any of these books, get started with My Best Friend’s Mardi Gras Wedding. Your enjoyment will be infinitely multiplied with the background on the Landry family that has been built over previous books.

About Griffin: he’s a grumpy bastard, pretty much by his own admission. He definitely prefers animals over humans. Honestly, who can blame him? Haven’t we all felt that way at one time?

What was hysterical to me is that the animals seem to return the favor – he is their favorite human. The otters adore him, the llamas respect him…and then there’s Sugar.

Sugar gets a special mention because she happens to be one of the funniest characters I have read in a long time. Her personality comes across clear and strong.

Charlie should also get a mention in here because the story is half hers. Just like the other women in the Landry family, she’s equal parts sass and strength, but with a vulnerability that makes her more appealing.

That’s another strength of the author. Her female characters are not perfect by any stretch. They’re not the shining ingenue who the reader loves to hate. Nowhere close.

Charlie, just like Tori, Maggie, Kennedy, and the other Landry women (either by blood or by marriage), is somebody I want to know. I want to be able to hang out with her, commiserating over lost jobs and obnoxious men, sharing Bayou gossip, and grilling her on the sexy times.

And oh, those sexy times. It’s a wonder Charlie and Griffin didn’t set the barn on fire. Yet another strength of the author – making me feel that pit in my stomach of a new love being explored in the most delicious ways.

I could go on and on about how many different things I liked about this book and highlight all of the parts that made me laugh, swoon, and even tear up.

But truly, you should just pick up the book and lose yourself in the Bayou. As I said earlier, this can be read as a standalone romance, but you’d be better to start with the first in the original series.

Do it for Gus, Al Pacacino, Bobby and Cindy, and (of course) for Sugar.

Treat yourself. You deserve it.

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The Winter Girls-Books On Tour (Review)-Crime Thriller-Available Now

Agent Tori Hunter is back, and I’m so very glad that Braddock is back with her.

This is one series where I almost like the secondary characters more than the main character herself. But more on that in a minute.

I love the way this author writes. The scenes are so descriptive that I feel like I am watching a movie in my head as I read. Even the sound effects of tires squealing or guns blazing have a place in the writing.

I appreciate that because it doesn’t seem forced or overdone. It simply becomes part of the action.

And oh, what action there is. Starting with the opening scene and carrying through to the very last pages, this one is a page-turner for sure. It’s even complete with one of the most thrilling car chases I’ve ever read.

(Yeah, that was an odd sentence to write – but it’s true).

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I also thought that the balance between Tori’s personal and professional lives was good. In her case, they tend to meld together though, because her beau also ends up being a partner during investigations.

Which leads me back to Braddock.

I don’t want to get too personal, but he reminds me so much of my husband, that I drink in every word about him. Even down to his experiences with 9/11, it’s like the author interviewed my husband and built Braddock based on him.

It’s one thing to relate to a character, it’s another to feel like you personally know them. The latter is the case with Braddock for me.

In that regard, I guess I like Tori because she likes Braddock? I wish I related to her a little more – although I do have some of the same thoughts as her. As I read, I found myself thinking something and then she would say it a few lines later. That was kinda cool too.

Regardless of the personal feelings I have, this is just really a good story. I don’t want to give away any major plot points, but the author gives a very honest look at a crime that is widespread, but sadly often flies under the radar

There is also an accurate portrayal of a very touchy, personal, and complicated subject. It was obvious (to someone who has been through the process described in the book) that the author did copious amounts of homework to get the details right.

I guess that’s why I’ll keep coming back to Tori and Braddock. They’re the most personally relatable team of any of them out there. I can’t wait to see what they tackle next!

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Author Bio:

Roger Stelljes is the acclaimed New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of pulse-pounding murder mystery and suspense novels, including the Tori Hunter and McRyan Mystery Series. Roger’s crime thrillers are noted for their fast-paced, yet intricate plots filled with layered and complex characters.

Roger started his first novel in July 2002 while on vacation in Minnesota’s Brainerd Lakes area and has been writing ever since. His debut book, The St. Paul Conspiracy, was nominated in genre fiction for the Minnesota Book Awards along with finalists Brian Freeman and William Kent Krueger. With his follow-up, Deadly Stillwater, where Vince Flynn hailed Roger as a “powerful new thriller voice”, he won the Midwest Independent Book Publishers award for commercial fiction.

Born and raised in Minnesota, Roger still lives there with his family. In addition to his work as an author, Roger is a partner in his law firm. Roger is an avid sports enthusiast and enjoys spending time outdoors boating, attending hockey games, and honing his golf game.

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The Lost Apothecary-Blog Tour-Historical Fiction-Available Now

I. Loved. This. Book.

I thought that the author created two stories that although centuries apart from each other, were complimentary to each other. It was cleverly plotted, and it held my attention for the entire book. That’s no easy feat these days.

I related to Caroline. Not because of her marriage situation, but because of how she felt like she had lost herself in the marriage and the drive to become a family. I think many women my age will feel empathy for her situation.

But even more so, I found her choice of educational interest to be personally attractive as well. When I was in college, I found archeology to be fascinating – particularly Egyptian archeology. One of my favorite series (to this day) involves a Victorian woman and her husband who are Egyptian Archeologists.

I always felt it was the best of both worlds…the pushing of societal norms by a female archeologist in Victorian times, mixed with the mysteries of Ancient Egyptian peoples.

But I digress.

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I totally got Caroline’s drive to want to know the nameless people, not just the better-known names and dates.

Her focus is a reason that the historical sections of the book worked so well. Two people who should have been lost to history weren’t – simply because of Caroline’s interest and perseverance to discover more about them.

Frankly, I could see myself taking the same actions as Caroline.

I did also like the historical sections. Sometimes a book falters when moving back and forth between contemporary and historical storylines. Not in this case. I was fully engrossed in Nella and Eliza’s stories as well as Caroline’s.

I will say that I did not make a vital connection until the author smacked me in the face with it towards the end. I REALLY liked that part. So well done.

The author managed to get a feminist point of view across without annoying the heck out of me. Doing this through Nella’s eyes and actions was very effective.

I could go on and on about all of the good things in this book. But just trust me when I say that you will be equal parts charmed and informed, and you will be glad that you picked it up. It should definitely be in your TBR pile.

P.S. This is a debut novel. I certainly will be following in hopes of more to come!

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Sarah Penner is the debut author of The Lost Apothecary, to be translated in eleven languages worldwide. She works full-time in finance and is a member of the Historical Novel Society and the Women’s Fiction Writers Association. She and her husband live in St. Petersburg, Florida, with their miniature dachshund, Zoe. To learn more, visit slpenner.com.

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The Wedding-Books On Tour (Review)-Psychological Thriller-Available Now

I’ve been on a good run with psych thrillers lately. This latest from Ruth Heald has all of the hallmarks of a perfect one.

Ambiguous Prologue: check. The reader immediately knows that there is a bride whose wedding day was disrupted. But how, and by whom?

Differing Perspectives: check. We largely get Lauren’s point of view on the events of the story. But we periodically get Adam’s, and those are primarily flashbacks. (More on that in a minute).

Multiple Suspects: check. There are enough characters whose actions are questionable to make the real culprit hard to detect. Is it one person? Two? Is everything connected, or are there separate things going on?

Thriller Ending: check and check. This book had one of the best endings I’ve read in a while. A real page-turner with more than a couple “What the heck/oh no way!” moments. Including one I did not see coming at all (but should have).

The author did a great job of laying out the plot so that I was right along side of Lauren, never knowing exactly who to trust. I didn’t have a lot in common with her character-wise, but her attitude and demeanor were perfect for feeling sympathy towards her and the situation.

This also added to the sense of dread as events start occurring that make her question everyone around her.

I also thought the flashbacks were well-done. Ostensibly, they relate a pivotal trip in Adam and Lauren’s past. But is there more than meets the eye? Yes and no. I had to check the date on an event because I was sure that the trip was during it, but once again, the author outwitted me.

I also thought that the chapters with Adam’s point of view in the present added to the suspense. Is he a heel? Does he love Lauren? When is he telling the truth, if ever? I liked being off-balance when it came to him.

How’s that for a few non-spoilers?

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And those aforementioned multiple suspects? Once again, the author did such a good job with plotting that at one point I suspected a character who had given me absolutely no reason to suspect them – only that I was trying to outguess the author.

There were a couple of loose ends, especially with Adam’s relationships, where people kind of just disappeared. To be honest, the ending was so good that I didn’t even realize that there was no ending for those characters. And it didn’t bother me at all.

As I mentioned at the beginning, this is about as perfect a psych thriller that you can find. I read it in one sitting because it drew me in and kept my attention the entire way through.

You definitely do NOT want to miss out on this one.

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Author Bio:

Ruth Heald is a psychological thriller writer from a suburban Buckinghamshire town. She studied Economics at Oxford and then worked in an eclectic mix of sectors from nuclear decommissioning to management consulting.

Seeking a more creative environment, she found a role at the BBC and worked there for nine years before leaving to write full time. Ruth is fascinated by psychology and finding out what drives people to violence, destruction and revenge. She’s married with one daughter and her novels explore our greatest fears in otherwise ordinary, domestic lives.

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Four Weddings and a Swamp Boat Tour-Blog Tour (Review)-RomCom-Available Now

How much do I love this series?

How excited am I that we are back in Autre with the Landry family?

We just moved 1000 miles, and I have left ALL of the unpacking until I could finish this story. I don’t even care about not having space for all of our clothes, or where the plunger is, or that we still haven’t found our pots and pans or even have furniture to sit on.

Don’t care one bit. I care about the Paige and Mitch and their story. Period.

I devour these books. I want to live there. Just like Paige realizes, being part of their world would be amazing.

While I greatly enjoy other books and series, I cannot think of a single other setting or characters that I want to be real and be able to be a part of…weird, right?

I really enjoyed Paige’s journey in this one. As we are reminded a few times, she’s only 22, and she definitely exhibits a self-centered vibe through the beginning chapters. It may make me sound old, but I think that’s pretty typical of any person in their early 20s.

But as she spends time with Mitch and the Landrys, she comes to some deep realizations that make her re-evaluate her own perspectives on family and how they support each other.

For a rom-com, I thought her growth was particularly interesting and heartfelt. I could literally see her maturing throughout the book. That made me want to root for her.

I think that (maybe…just maybe) she also reminded me of, well…me. I was older than 22, but I also took off across the country, leaving my family (and everything I’d ever known) on a whim for a guy I’d met only a few times.

That was 18 years ago. We’ll be celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary this May.

Didn’t realize how much I identified with Paige while I was reading the story, but now it makes more sense to me.

But I digress.

Of course, it being Autre and the Bayou, there’s a healthy dose of Landry crazy, although not as wild as some of the past stories. And Mitch truly is one of the good guys….one of the most swoon-worthy heroes of the series.

And that’s saying a lot with this bunch.

My only complaint, and it’s a minor one, is that I wish more attention had been given to the weddings. I don’t want to spoil anything, but I would have loved some details about each of the weddings in question (readers will know what I am talking about).

There were some perfect opportunities to explore the things that made these couples who they were, and I wish they had gotten a little bit of extra detail – just to spend some time with them celebrating.

That being said, I am truly beyond excited that we got to meet the next group of Bayou Boys and that it seems as if there a few stories yet to come. I can’t wait to return and visit with this crazy clan.

Many thanks to Ms. Nicholas for creating a world that engulfs me and reminds me that there are still many things to be thankful for in this world, even if they’re fictional.

About Erin Nicholas 

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Erin Nicholas has been writing romances almost as long as she’s been reading them. To date, she’s written over thirty sexy, contemporary novels that have been described as “toe-curling,” “enchanting,” “steamy,” and “fun.” She adores reluctant heroes, imperfect heroines, and happily ever afters.

Erin lives in the Midwest, where she enjoys spending time with her husband (who only wants to read the sex scenes in her books), her kids (who will never read the sex scenes in her books), and her family and friends (who claim to be “shocked” by the sex scenes in her books).

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The Girl in the Missing Poster-Psychological Thriller-Available Now

Let’s get something straight right away. If you’re a fan of Barbara Copperthwaite, you will NOT be disappointed by The Girl in the Missing Poster in the least. I think it’s one of her best.

If you haven’t read anything by her, now’s your chance, because this one is just sooooo good!

The premise grabs, the action is plentiful, and keeps moving. There are plenty of moments that make the reader second guess what they know.

Who could ask for anything more in a psychological thriller?

I enjoyed how we got insight to Stella’s character right off the bat. It was obvious that she had worked hard to establish her own identity. But she wasn’t comfortable in her own skin a lot of the time.

She was conflicted in many ways, and some of them were unnecessarily self-imposed.

I found her choice of profession especially interesting. Especially as she tried to apply what she knew about animal behavior to human behavior. It wasn’t always successful.

The author did a good job of making Stella human with human failings. She was a real person trying to cope with impossible situations.

I particularly liked how the reader got to know just enough about each of the characters to wonder if there was something more to them.

For example, I suspected a character early on, but then changed my mind about halfway through. Before again suspecting them…I’m not saying if I was right or wrong in the end.

This happened with no fewer than four characters, and I found that “chase” for the bad guy to be thrilling.

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I liked how Stella came to the realization about the motives of “Dear Friend.” Itwas a great moment. I also thought the way the tone of their communications changed was especially intriguing.

The interspersal of documentary transcripts was also very effective. The reader got to hear the stories of the people involved “in their own words.” This became very important in the closing scenes.

And I’m going to stop this review before I give anything away. Because this is most certainly going to be more entertaining if you read it without knowing much more.

I loved every second of The Girl in the Missing Poster, and it is definitely one of my favorites of the year so far!

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Barbara is the Amazon and USA Today bestselling author of psychological thrillers INVISIBLE, FLOWERS FOR THE DEAD, THE DARKEST LIES, and HER LAST SECRET.

More importantly, she loves cakes and wildlife photography. Last but definitely not least, she loves her two dogs, Scamp and Buddy (who force her to throw tennis balls for them for hours).

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An Eye for an Eye-Blog Tour (Review)-Crime Thriller-Available Now

I am huge fan of Carol Wyer’s writing; you can read any of my reviews of the Natalie Ward series for proof of that (just go to the search bar on my blog and type in “Natalie Ward” – there are too many to link here).

So, of course, I was very excited to see that she is introducing a new series with this book. It marks the debut of Detective Kate Young. Right off the bat, I could tell that she would be another great character to get behind.

Ms. Wyer specializes in main characters who are strong, intelligent, and good at their jobs, but who have messy personal lives and the same character flaws that real people exhibit. That’s one of the strengths of her multiple series: she writes characters who are relatable.

In some ways, I think that Kate is one of her most complex yet.

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We know from the beginning that she experienced a traumatic event on the job, and the prologue sets up that there are several repercussions from that event.

What follows is an intricately plotted story in which Kate’s personal demons impact the investigation that she is called upon to undertake. Kate struggles but still knows she needs to do the job and do it well.

However, she soon realizes that there is more to both sides (personal and the investigation) and they actually may be intertwined. And that somebody may be manipulating both for their own personal reasons.

It was just sooooo good!

I liked the way that Ms. Wyer related the incident that affected Kate’s status in the department. The flashbacks throughout gave the reader the pieces of the puzzle but also illustrated Kate’s fragmented state of mind. It was very effective.

Likewise, I thought the investigation allowed for just enough guesswork to keep it interesting but still realistic and true to life. As it is a new series, there is the usual introduction of the main characters and laying groundwork for future books.

But it’s all very natural and doesn’t feel forced, as in “here’s another character and here’s their backstory.” That’s another strength of the author – the organic way that people are introduced, as if the reader is just dropped into a fully-realized world.

It was when the two paths crossed, and Kate put the pieces of the bigger puzzle together, that the author really showed her skill – it was truly woven together into a page-turning story.

Oh, and that title? Genius. You’ll know why when you read the book.

Honestly, it’s a helluva start to the new series and I cannot wait to follow Kate’s next case! Five stars, all the way.

About Carol Wyer:

USA Today bestselling author and winner of The People’s Book Prize Award, Carol Wyer writes feel-good comedies and gripping crime fiction. 

A move from humour to the ‘dark side’ in 2017, saw the introduction of popular DI Robyn Carter in LITTLE GIRL LOST and demonstrated that stand-up comedian Carol had found her true niche.

To date, her crime novels have sold over 750,000 copies and been translated for various overseas markets.

Carol has been interviewed on numerous radio shows discussing ”Irritable Male Syndrome’ and ‘Ageing Disgracefully’ and on BBC Breakfast television. She has had articles published in national magazines ‘Woman’s Weekly’, featured in ‘Take A Break’, ‘Choice’, ‘Yours’ and ‘Woman’s Own’ magazines and the Huffington Post.

She currently lives on a windy hill in rural Staffordshire with her husband Mr Grumpy… who is very, very grumpy.

When she is not plotting devious murders, she can be found performing her comedy routine, Smile While You Still Have Teeth.

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Cozy Mystery-“The Kensington Kidnap”-Available Now

Full disclosure. I used to love a good cozy mystery, but for some reason, I moved away from them over the past couple of years. I still read the occasional one and enjoy them every time, but they just don’t hold my attention the way they used to.

Until this book.

Right from the start I knew that I was going to really like Pip (short for Epiphany). Her initial reactions to her mom’s phone calls gave immediate insight into Pip’s frame of mind, which was totally relatable.

It also showed that Pip handled frustrating situations with a sense of humor, which I really appreciated. It was nice to have a heroine who, even when desperate for a job, could keep her wits about her and crack jokes.

Which leads me to the other characters.

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There’s Mummy, who we get a clear picture of because Pip has a unique ringtone for her. There’s also Pip’s cat, Most, probably one of the funniest “pet acquisition” stories and the cleverest name I’ve come across.

And then there’s Pip’s sister Flis (short for Felicity) who is in a class of her own. It took me a few beats to understand her, but once I did, well…let’s just say that Mrs. Malaprop has a descendant, and her name is Flis.

I laughed out loud over just about every one of Flis and Pip’s conversations. There was extremely clever writing and the plot points that came out of them were unique and interesting.

If you couldn’t tell, the authors are skilled at word play and have an amazing command of the language.

Then there is the case itself. I liked how Pip came on the job (not going to give it away) and I liked how the entire thing unfolded. It kept me entertained and interested all the way through.

Sometimes cozies stretch the realm of believability – everyday person has uncanny ability to solve crime. That’s not the case with Pip.

She uses what she knows, and she turns it to her advantage. For example, she figures out a few pieces of the case based on her love for pop culture, reading gossip magazines, and scouring Instagram.

Think of it as a cozy for 2020.

I’ll be honest, I’m not always a fan of pop culture and the digital age but it worked for me in this book, especially because the writing was clever. I mean, to make a joke about alliteration using alliteration? I think I’m in love.

Consider me a fangirl, avidly awaiting additional adventures for Pip.

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Katie Gayle is the writing partnership of best-selling South African writers, Kate Sidley and Gail Schimmel. Kate and Gail have, between them, written over ten books of various genres, but with Katie Gayle, they both make their debut in the cozy mystery genre. Both Gail and Kate live in Johannesburg, with husbands, children, dogs and cats. Unlike their sleuth Epiphany Bloom, neither of them have ever stolen a cat from the vet. 

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The Girl Without a Name-Books On Tour (Review)-Historical Fiction-Available Now

I’m a big fan of this author (here are my reviews of Burning Island and My Name is Eva).  I love her writing style, and she relates a story in a way that makes it real. Her writing is well-researched and heartfelt…this book is no exception.

I will say that I expected something completely different than what I thought the book was going to be focused on, so that was a nice surprise. Actually, there were two surprises, because after the introduction, I still thought the story would be different. It went way beyond my initial perceptions.

The set-up of a current-day tragedy spurring the flashbacks and recollections that make up the bulk of the story was very effective. I like how Billie (the daughter) took it upon herself to try to solve the mystery of what was aggravating her father.

The story is told mainly in flashbacks, from 1939 all the way up to 1952. There are chapters set in 2004 (the current time) as well as some letters interspersed as well. But everything moves seamlessly through the shifting times and perspectives.

The story of the children who were evacuated from London to the countryside during WWII has been a common theme lately, but this time it only took up the first part of the book. It was important to understand the connections that were made at this time, as they had direct bearing on later events.

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I thought the author did an admirable job with both Stevie and Ruby’s characters. It was easy to see their personalities and character arcs that led from childhood to adulthood. I also liked how Joan was included to help propel the plot and give foreshadowing to past events.

I know that sounds weird, but her recollections in the present gave the reader an idea as to what happened back during the war (and after the war was over). That made reading the events of the past even more exciting to me.

Once I realized (by the dates at the headings of chapters) that the climax of the story was approaching, the feeling of dread I had grew. I had an idea of what had happened, but it didn’t lessen the impact of the actual event.

The author also is very clever in how she refers to the characters. I won’t say more than that, because I don’t want to ruin what I thought was an excellent (albeit small) twist, but it turns out that Stevie and Ruby had more in common than meets the eye.

Okay, I’ll give you a hint. Pay attention to how Billie refers to her father. And make the connections. It was a great attention to detail that actually spoke volumes about her father’s state of mind and attitude toward the pivotal event.

I’m not saying more. But once again, Suzanne Goldring has produced a story that will stay with me for quite a while. Another excellent addition to the Historical Fiction genre.    

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Author Bio:
Following an eventful career as a public relations consultant, specialising in business and travel, Suzanne Goldring turned to writing the kind of novels she likes to read, about the extraordinary lives of ordinary people. Whether she is working in her thatched cottage in Hampshire or her seaside home in North Cornwall, Suzanne finds inspiration in the secrets hidden by everyday life.  

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