The Bookshop of 99 Doors

Title: The Bookshop of 99 Doors

Author: Jaime Jo Wright

Source: own

My Review:

Well, this was a little bit more ghost-ier than usual! We even had ghost hunters!

TTT-Stars, Stripes, and Hockey Nights

Happy Tuesday my bookish friends!! I hope you all are doing well. Today's Top Ten Tuesday topic is: Book Titles That Include the Word “[insert word of your choice here]” (Pick a word and share ten book titles that include that word!). I decided since those of us in America just celebrated Independence day, to highlight a series that celebrates this holiday. There are thirteen books in the series and they can each be read as a stand alone novel. I have not read any of the books yet, and several authors are new to me, but I believe they are all clean romances. Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl and you can head over there to see what our other bookish friends are up to today. 

Reverie

Title: Reverie

Series: Daydreams and Disasters #1

Author: Drew Taylor

Source: own

My Review:

The concept of Reverie  is unique, and the hype surrounding the book is why I read it.

Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend

Title:  Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend

Series: Catching Feelings #1

Author: Kate Watson

Narrators: Stephanie Rose & Logan Anare

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

Once I got used to the male narrators voice, I really enjoyed this book. It's not that his narration was bad, just not what I was expecting. 

Targeted

Title: Targeted 

Authors: Lynette Eason, Lynn H. Blackburn, Natalie Walters

Source: own

My Review:

With all three books being novellas, there is not much you can say without spoilers. 

June Reading Wrap Up 2026

June was a blur. It was busy and I can't quite remember most of what I did, LOL.  I know I did some reading, so let's see how the month went. I finished 18 books, and I had one DNF. My reading is still less than normal for this time of the year. Click on the cover of the book if you are interested in reading my review.

5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

TTT-Most anticipated releases through October

Happy Tuesday my bookish friends!! I hope you all are doing well. Today's Top Ten Tuesday topic is: Most Anticipated Books Releasing in the Second Half of 2026 . I have been so focused on reading the books I own, or are already on my TBR, that I haven't been following new releases as closely as I normally would. So, here are the few that I am super excited about. Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl and you can head over there to see what our other bookish friends are up to today. 

You Again

Title: You Again

Series: Just A Guy With A Goal #4

Author: Jen Atkinson

Source: Kindle Unlimited

My Review:

I was excited to finally get Rosalie and Zev's story. This is the fourth in the series, and I highly recommend reading the other books first.

Brighter Than Before

Title: Brighter Than Before

Author: Courtney Walsh

Narrator: Patti Murin

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

You guys, no matter what words end up in this review, I can already tell you, they will not do the book justice.

Stacking the Shelves #215 Sunday Post #212 Sunday Salon #206

Hey, my bookish friends!!  How are you all doing? I am doing okay. I had vertigo again last weekend, and headaches all week. This landed me back in PT on Tuesday, only to find I had another ear crystal, this time on the left side, causing the vertigo. It made for a longer week, dealing with that, plus the headaches and nausea that go with it, but I survived and it is the weekend! And, I am feeling better, praise God! We don't really have any plans, other than church. If the weather cooperates we will be out walking/hiking, but beyond that, it's mostly relaxing.

Spies, Lies, and Alibis

Title: Spies, Lies, and Alibis

Author: Natalie Walters

Source: Library

My Review:

I love Natalie Walter's books and humor. I have been looking forward to this one for over a year (since I first heard about it), and I had high expectations.

Between the Sound and Sea

Title: Between the Sound and Sea

Author: Amanda Cox

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction,

Source: own

My Review:

I found Between the Sound and Sea hard to put down.

TTT-summer of possibilities 2026

Happy Tuesday my bookish friends!! I hope you all are doing well. I have missed the last several weeks and I am glad to be back today!! Today's Top Ten Tuesday topic is: Books on My Summer 2026 To-Read List. This one will be easy as there are SO many books that I want to read. The hard part will be narrowing it down to 10. Since I am still trying to focus on what I own, most some of these will be books I already have. Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl and you can head over there to see what our other bookish friends are up to today. 

Final Approach

Title: Final Approach

Series: Lake City Heroes #4

Author: Lynette Eason

Source: Own

My Review:

Target Acquired is the fourth book in the Lake City Heroes series, but can be read as a stand-alone novel. However, it follows a friend group and has aspects of found family, so I would recommend reading them in order.

Stacking the Shelves #214 Sunday Post #211 Sunday Salon #205

Hey, my bookish friends!!  How are you all doing? I did not mean to disappear from this meme for so many weeks. Normally, this time of year is slow for me, with plenty of time to blog, but that has not been the case this year.

Clean Out of Luck

Title: Clean Out of Luck

Series: Only Magic in the Building #5

Author: Carina Taylor

Narrators: Stephanie Rose and Lee Samuels

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

Another fun installment of the Only Magic in the Building series. These books are all set in the same historic building, with light magical elements. One thing I appreciate is that the "magical" element is different in each book.

Serial Burn

Title: Target Acquired

Series: Lake City Heroes #3

Author: Lynette Eason

Source: Own

My Review:

Serial Burn is the third in the Lake City Heroes series, but can be read as a stand-alone novel. However, it follows a friend group and has aspects of found family, so I would recommend reading them in order.

Misfortune and Mr. Right

Title: Misfortune and Mr. Right

Series: Only Magic in the Building #4

Author: Savannah Scott

Narrators: Stephanie Rose and Lee Samuels

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

Another fun installment of the Only Magic in the Building series. These books are all set in the same historic building, with light magical elements and a tendency to play matchmaker among its residents. 

Target Acquired

Title: Target Acquired

Series: Lake City Heroes #2

Author: Lynette Eason

Source: Library

My Review:

Target Acquired is the second in the Lake City Heroes series, but can be read as a stand-alone novel.

America, I'm So Glad You Were Born

Title: America, I'm So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating the Country We Love

Author: Ainsley Earhardt

Illustrations: Kim Barnes

Source: Front Gate Media

My Review:

America, I'm So Glad You Were Born is a wonderful book to celebrate our 250th birthday.