Carlita Kosty's delightful book Training Freddie is told from the narrator’s point of view, plus Merle, the very relatable heroine, and Freddie himself. With a different typeface for each, it makes every thought quite clear. A slightly misleading title, however, as Freddie does not take...

Conditional Love by L.A. Arbuckle is a gripping and intense novel that dives into the heart of a family in crisis. The story centers on Neva Stevenson and her three children as they try to survive a night of terror at the hands of Neva’s...

Meet Me at Lanikai Beach by Susan Jean Ricci is a heartwarming romance that feels authentic, from the characters to the setting and the vibe. The author presents two genuinely flawed characters and their loneliness and develops a plot that beautifully explores their emotions and...

Set in rural Minnesota and New York in the 1970s, Candlewood by Evelyn Ann Casey is an evocative tale that centers on Margaret Joyce (Meg), a resilient young teacher. Following a work-related strike, she is offered a job by her pastor. Her duties include providing...

Deep Time by Susan Sizer Bogue revolves around Lauren Brown, a woman embarking on a profound journey of self-discovery in the 1970s. During a river rafting expedition with her husband, Kenny, Lauren witnesses the majesty of the Grand Canyon. This breathtaking sight inspires her to...

In Madame President by Tara Sue Me, Anna Fitzpatrick has just been elected as the President of the United States. She is determined to lead with strength, devoid of distractions, and so vows to remain single throughout her term—until she crosses paths with Navin Hazar,...

Zoey Tirado has lived one heck of a life. Not only did she lose her parents at a young age, but the man tasked with caring for her in the wake of that loss was the absolute devil. And to make it all worse, he...

Twisted Lives by Tamara Merrill is a psychological thriller about abuse in relationships and knowing when to leave. Sarah knows she divorced Rodney two years ago, and that she lives in a cabin in Seattle with her 6-year-old son Jeremy. But when she wakes up...

The Tides That Bind is a story about family, specifically siblings Emily, Peter, and Cassie. Emily, a teacher, is the one who stayed close to home. So she knows what’s going on with her family's business, specifically, that it is on the edge of disaster....

The Pentacle by Marieke Lexmond brings The Madigan Chronicles to a powerful and emotional close, drawing together the tangled threads of magic, family, and fate. As the Madigan women grapple with the aftermath of prior battles, the search for the Pentacle becomes the final test...