Showing posts with label Historical Fiction. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Historical Fiction. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

A Pursuit of Home

Title: A Pursuit of Home

Series: Haven Manor #3

Author: Kristi Ann Hunter

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, 

Source: Library

My Review:

I have been looking forward to Jess's story since the series' first book! A Pursuit of Home did not disappoint! While it could be read as a stand-alone novel, I recommend reading the series to best understand the friendship between Daphne, Kit, and Jess.

Monday, February 24, 2025

To Kill A Mocking Bird

Title: To Kill A Mockingbird

Author: Harper Lee

Publisher: Harper Collins

Genre: Historical Fiction, Classics, Young Adult

Source: Kindle Unlimited

My Review:

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee is not a book I would typically read. However, it was our book club pick for this month, so I had to read it.

Sunday, February 23, 2025

A Beautiful Disguise

Title: A Beautiful Disguise

Series: The Imposters #1

Author: Roseanna M. White

Narrator: Susan Lyons

Publisher: Bethany House & Recorded Books

Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Christian Fiction, Romance

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

What a fabulous start to The Imposters series!

Monday, February 17, 2025

A Valentine From Charleston

Title: A Valentine From Charleston

Series: Heirloom Secrets

Author: Ashley Clark

Publisher: Story Time Press

Genre: Historical Fiction, Novella

Source: Kindle Own

My Review:

A Valentine from Charleston is only 68 pages, making it more of a short story than a novella. It is a prequel to Paint and Nectar by Ashley Clark.

Friday, January 24, 2025

Dear Mrs. Bird

Title: Dear Mrs. Bird

Series: The Emmy Lake Chronicles #1

Author: AJ Pearce

Publisher: Scribner

Genre: Historical Fiction, World War II, British Literature

Source: Library

My Review:

I didn't realize until I was typing up this review that Dear Mrs. Bird is the first book of a series! It is also AJ Pearce's debut novel. 

Sunday, December 1, 2024

In Honor's Defense

Title: In Honor's Defense

Series: Hanger's Horsemen #3

Author: Karen Witemeyer

Narrator: Jeanine Bartel

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Westerns, 

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I am not a fan of Westerns, except, apparently, when Karen Witemeyer writes them. While I enjoyed In Honor's Defense, my favorite of the series is the second book, The Heart's Charge.

Monday, November 25, 2024

Even If We Cry

Title: Even If We Cry

Author: Terrie Todd

Publisher: Mountain Brook Ink

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction,

Source: Author Provided

My Review:

Even if We Cry by Terrie Todd is a standalone novel set in Canada. 

Sunday, November 24, 2024

The Burning of Rosemont Abbey

Title: The Burning of Rosemont Abbey

Author: Naomi Stephens

Publisher: Bethany House 

Genre: Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance

Source: Bethany House

My Review:

The Burning of Rosemont Abbey was my first introduction to Naomi Stephen's, but it won't be the last. 

Sunday, November 17, 2024

A Defense of Honor

Title: A Defense of Honor

Series: Haven Manor #1

Author: Kristi Ann Hunter

Narrator: Beverley A. Crick

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Regency Era, Romance,

Source: Library

My Review:

A Defense of Honor is the first book in Kristi Ann Hunter's Haven Manor series.

Monday, November 11, 2024

The Heart's Charge

Title: The Heart's Charge

Series: Hanger's Horsemen #2

Author: Karen Witemeyer

Narrator: Jeanine Bartel

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Westerns, 

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I am not a fan of Western's-except, apparently, when Karen Witemeyer writes them. I love her books but kept putting off reading this series because I knew it was a Western. The Heart's Charge is even better than the first book, At Love's Command.

Friday, October 18, 2024

The Blue Castle

Title: The Blue Castle

Author: L. M. Montgomery

Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire

Genre: Classic, Historical Fiction, Romance, Young Adult

Source: Own

My Review:

The only books I have read by L.M. Montgomery are the Anne of Green Gables series. I enjoyed them as a child and have always wondered if I would enjoy them as an adult. I have had The Blue Castle on my shelf for a few years. 

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

At Love's Command

Title: At Love's Command

Series: Hanger's Horsemen #1

Author: Karen Witemeyer

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Christian Fiction, Westerns, Historical Fiction, Romance

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I put off At Love's Command for several years, even though I enjoy Karen Witemeyer's writing because it is a Western. If you follow me at all, you know that is not something I read much of.

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Specters in the Glass House

Title: Specters in the Glass House

Author: Jaime Jo Wright

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Suspense, Christian Fiction, Dual-time, Historical Fiction,

Source: Bethany House and Jaime Jo Wright

My Review:

Jaime Jo Wright is an auto-read author. She is one of the few authors I have read everything she has written. Specters in the Glass House is her newest release (10/1/24). I am in awe of her storytelling skills!

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Born of Gilded Mountains

Title: Born of Gilded Mountains

Author: Amanda Dykes

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction, Adventure,

Source: Bethany House

My Review:

Born of Gilded Mountains by Amanda Dykes is one of those books that is hard to review. It is a book that is best to experience. With that in mind, I will review it but know that my review will not do the story justice.

Friday, September 6, 2024

Meeting Her Match

Title: Meeting Her Match

Series: The Matchmakers #3

Author: Jen Turano

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Romance, Humor

Source: Bethany House

My Review:

Once I started reading Meeting Her Match, I did not want to put it down!!! 

Thursday, August 8, 2024

Beyond Ivy Walls review + giveaway

Beyond Ivy Walls JustRead Takeover + Review Blitz

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Beyond Ivy Walls by Rachel Fordham hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Title: Beyond Ivy Walls
Author: Rachel Fordham
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Release Date: August 14, 2024
Genre: Historical Romance

My Review:

I love the cover of Beyond Ivy Walls, but the story within is just as beautiful as the cover. Rachel Fordham has outdone herself with this one, I think it is my new favorite of hers.

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Night Falls on Predicament Avenue

Title: Night Falls on Predicament Avenue

Author: Jaime Jo Wright

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Christian Fiction, Mystery, Historical Fiction

Source: Bethany House & Own (won a copy around the same time!)

My Review:

I am a huge Jaime Jo Wright fan. I know if I want a story that will keep me guessing until the very end to read her books. I don't know another author who keeps me invested in both timelines like she does! Night Falls on Predicament Avenue checked every box. 

Thursday, June 20, 2024

The Way Back

 The Way Back JustRead Takeover + Review Blitz

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for The Way Back by Heidi Chiavaroli hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

The Way Back

Title: The Way Back
Series: Lights of Acadia #1
Author: Heidi Chiavaroli
Publisher: Hope Creek Publishers
Release Date: June 18, 2024
Genre: Dual Timeline Women's Fiction

My Review:

I didn't realize going into The Way Back that it was a dual-timeline novel. It is the second book I have read by Heidi Chiavaroli, and I am looking forward to reading more from her.

Sunday, June 16, 2024

Suffering the Scot

Title: Suffering the Scot

Series: Brotherhood of The Black Tartan #1

Author: Nichole Van

Publisher: Fiorenza Publishing

Genre: Historical Fiction, Clean romance,

Source:

My Review:

Suffering the Scot is the first book I have read by Nichole Van. It is the first book in the Brotherhood of The Black Tartan series.

Monday, May 20, 2024

Engaging the Earl

Title: Engaging the Earl

Author: Mandy Goff

Publisher: Love Inspired Historical

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Romance

Source: Library

My Review:

Technically, this is the second in the series. The first book is The Blackmailed Bride, and follows Marcus's sister, Olivia. I loved that book, so I picked this one up to read.