The Book Pusher's March Mini Book Reviews

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THE FIREBIRD Susanna Kearsley: Historical Romance

After reading Winter Sea, read The Firebird! You won't be sorry you did. Kearsley's remarkable talent from knitting together history and fiction continues in this story. Anna's story is framed by Nikola's will break, mend, and win you heart.

ANOTHER PLACE ON THE PLANET T. A. Munroe: Women's Fiction with elements of Romance

With a great story and beautiful characterization, T. A. Munroe takes Lily and Charlie through their emotional tale to a satisfying resolution. (subject notice: sex addiction)

ONE TRUE THING Anna Quindlen: Literary Fiction

This story of a terminally ill woman and her family will challenge your heart, your brain, and you ability to forgive. Beautiful language throughout the story.

ALL MY BELONINGS Cynthia Ruchti: Christian Women's Fiction

All My Belongings is a deeply rich story of forgiveness and love. You'll never forget Becca and Isaac or their story of finding a living faith. Some would label this a romance and miss the deep truths tucked into the lives of two enduring characters.

Why I'm hunting an agent is explained so well in this post. Check out Vitoria Strauss's Why a Writer Need a Literary Agent.
And Elizabeth Evan's "Literary Agent Tells All: 5 Things You Don’t Know About Book Publishing."

Next post: Insecure Writers Support Group

Mini Book Reveiws!

I love letting y'all know about some great reads. Enjoy the mini book review.

BLACK AND BLUE Anna Quindlen--Women's Fiction

Quindlen shows her talent for getting deep into her characters with BLACK AND BLUE. It's a harrowing story of an abused wife who finally finds a measure of peace. This is a serious read, but its unvarnished look at a great social ill of our day deserves to be read and shared.

 THE PIRATE'S SECRET BABY Darlene Marshall--historical romance

Darlene Marshall has another smasher for you! I loved it. I figured out Robert's secret, but Lydia's caught me by surprise. All of the clues were there. Well done!

 STARGAZEY POINT Shelley Noble--women's fiction

This fabulous story brings the fight of tradition vs. progress into clarity. Noble populates Stargrazey Point with wonderful characters with important stories to tell. By the way, I want to ride the carrousel. ;-)

Stargazey Point is the WFWA book club choice for June at Goodreads.

SAVING GRACE Barbara Rogan--Literary

Rogan's book, SAVING GRACE, is a tour de force look into politics, family, and relationships. It's a great read. One you'll not soon forget.





And I saved the long-awaited latest from Diana Gabaldon for last.

 WRITTEN IN MY HEART'S OWN BLOOD Diana Gabaldon--
historical, adventure, military, SF/fantasy, and indescribably good

Diana Gabaldon has again crafted an amazing story, a masterpiece, that ties up the threads from its predecessor, AN ECHO IN THE BONE, with a roller coaster of a ride. She writes every single one of her POV characters' hearts, minds, and souls with humanity. WRITTEN IN MY OWN HEART'S BLOOD is my second favorite of all the Gabaldon books. But be forewarned: There's more coming in this story. If you haven't read Diana Gabaldon's books before, start at the beginning with OUTLANDER. You won't be sorry. The STARZ TV production of the first book debuts on August 9 at 9 p.m. 

Happy Reading! Next week I have a new Author Interview for you. Come to the Shade and meet Elle Druskin. ;-)

Mini-Reviews VI

Here's my latest crop of mini-reviews. Enjoy!

Beggars in Spain Nancy Kress (science fiction)
BEGGARS IN SPAIN is a classic SF novel with high concepts and an exploration of what it means to be human. Good read.

Calling Me Home Julie Kibler (literary women's fiction)
CALLING ME HOME is a deep, enriching story that shows racism in all its facets, but also tells how love can heal. The lovely characters live and will steal your heart. Must Read!

Every Last One Anna Quindlen (literary)
This is a must read! It's brilliantly written deep internal voice and a novel about the lies we tell ourselves.    

I'll Take What She Has Samantha Wilde (women's fiction)
I'LL TAKE WHAT SHE HAS is a lovely book that takes lifelong friends Annie and Nora on a trip of growth and learning that allows them to look wisely at their own lives. Good read

The Unfinished Garden Barbara Claypool White (literary romance)
This is a lovely romance with two damaged characters finding the road a bit bumpy, but worth the trip. Good read

BTW, my hubby started on the kitchen remodel today. Let's just say, life is interesting. ; )
Hopefully I'll have Kristen Callihan's interview for you next week.