All right, I've totally been slacking in my writing lately and of course to make up for it I've been reading tons. Here is the latest list of books that I recommend.
The Siren Tamer by Sofia St. Angeles
I’m a Siren Tamer and she’s my Siren. We’re a legendary matched set that only occurs once every thousand years. When we’re together we’re at peace, and can conquer the world—literally. Apart, I can’t stop thinking about her, and . . . she could accidently kill herself. Crazy, huh? Well, it gets even better. We know nothing of our powers. The few people who do know, have kept it from us our entire lives. But now, they know I’ve heard The Whisperings, and they’re running into some issues. One: How do they tell us what we’re capable of? And two: How can they get my Siren to stop hating my guts?
A great read full of mystery, suspense, adventure, and clean romance. It is a must read. I can't wait for the next book to come out!!!
The Masked Heart by Karla Darcy
Miss Blaine Meriweather is a young woman of good family whose estate is in financial shambles. How will she care for her brother and sister? Out of options, she becomes the astonishing actress La Solitaire! Imagine the scandal if anyone discovers her identity! Blaine’s wild success saves her family. All should be well. The only thing she hadn't counted on was Lord Farrington, who is determined to make La Solitaire his mistress! Blaine’s finest acting is required to save her virtue, her family, and their honor. It would have been so easy, if only Blaine hadn’t fallen in love....
This delightful Regency romance was all the fun of a romance without all the annoying junk authors seem driven to add nowadays. I loved the fact that there was much more to the story than simply boy meets girl and we get to know wonderful characters that have true struggles, personalities, and life decisions. Excellent story. I like this author so far and I hope she keeps her books clean.
The Princess Curse by Merrie Haskell
In the fifteenth-century kingdom of Sylvania, the prince offers a fabulous reward to anyone who cures the curse that forces the princesses to spend each night dancing to the point of exhaustion. Everyone who tries disappears or falls into an enchanted sleep.
Thirteen-year-old Reveka, a smart, courageous herbalist’s apprentice, decides to attempt to break the curse despite the danger. Unravelling the mystery behind the curse leads Reveka to the Underworld, and to save the princesses, Reveka will have to risk her soul.
This was a fun read that would sit more in a YA or even middle grade category, but I am not too picky when it comes to a good fantasy. This story brought us characters that struggled with hard decisions and gave them choices that might be difficult to accept once the decision is made. I really loved how Reveka had to look deep within herself to find out what she really wanted out of her life.
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
The Season For Prayer Is Always
I gave a lesson several months ago in Relief Society, talking about prayer and I kept the large version of the handout and put it on my refrigerator. Just now I stood in my kitchen and the handout caught my attention.
I've been reading all the funny FB posts about Christmas and Thanksgiving and the proper time to listen to Christmas music and the fact that everything pumpkin will now turn into everything peppermint.
As I pondered the things people wrote and then saw my flier I thought about how I sometimes forget that things like prayer don't have a season. Even the attitude of Thanksgiving, the Spirit of Christmas, the celebration of Halloween, the joy of Easter, the patriotism of July, and the good luck of March, don't need to be left to a specific month or time of the year. I propose we take these beautiful feelings that bring us so much joy and happiness and utilize them throughout the whole year.
And along with all of that, let's remember that we should "pray always and not faint" (2 Nephi 32:9; Luke 18:1) and we will have joy in the Lord and in our lives.
I've been reading all the funny FB posts about Christmas and Thanksgiving and the proper time to listen to Christmas music and the fact that everything pumpkin will now turn into everything peppermint.
As I pondered the things people wrote and then saw my flier I thought about how I sometimes forget that things like prayer don't have a season. Even the attitude of Thanksgiving, the Spirit of Christmas, the celebration of Halloween, the joy of Easter, the patriotism of July, and the good luck of March, don't need to be left to a specific month or time of the year. I propose we take these beautiful feelings that bring us so much joy and happiness and utilize them throughout the whole year.
And along with all of that, let's remember that we should "pray always and not faint" (2 Nephi 32:9; Luke 18:1) and we will have joy in the Lord and in our lives.
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Book Signing in December
I have the wonderful opportunity to participate in a book signing during Midnight Madness at The Book Table.
Look for me on Friday, December 4th, starting at 8pm.
See you there!!!
Look for me on Friday, December 4th, starting at 8pm.
See you there!!!
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
More books to add to the list.
So I have discovered, for me anyway, this amazing author. She writes historical romances that are clean and sweet. I have enjoyed the two that I've read so far and I'm looking forward to more. Can I just say that I absolutely love the library system!!!
Susanna Smith has grown up with everything she’s ever wanted, except one thing: an education.
Because she’s a woman, higher learning was always closed to Susanna Smith. But her quick mind and quicker tongue never back down from a challenge. And she’s determined to marry well, so she’ll be able to continue her work with the less fortunate.
Growing up with little to his name, poor country lawyer Benjamin Ross dreams of impacting the world for the better. When introduced to the Smiths he’s taken by Susanna’s intelligence and independent spirit, but her parents refuse to see him as a suitor for their daughter.
I loved this story from beginning to end. It had romance, adventure, and beautiful telling of those pre-revolution times. Headlined has done a great job pulling us into this time period.
Due to her parents’ promise at her birth, Lady Rosemarie has been prepared to become a nun on the day she turns eighteen. Then, shortly before her birthday, a friend of her father’s enters the kingdom and proclaims her parents’ will left a second choice—if Rosemarie can marry before the eve of her eighteenth year, she will be exempt from the ancient vow.
Before long, Rosemarie is presented with the three most handsome and brave knights in the land. But when the knights’ arrival results in a series of attacks within her land, she begins to wonder if the convent is the best place after all. If only one of the knights—the one who appears the most guilty—had not already captured her heart.
This story was a heart-stopping romance with danger and daring every step of the way.
Friday, October 9, 2015
Monday, October 5, 2015
Successful book signing at Deseret Book
So I had the opportunity to participate in the Ladies Night at Deseret Book. What an amazing experience. I met all the gang at DB including Dawn Clark, the manager. What a wonderful group. They were so welcoming and excited and supportive. It was a ton of fun for me. If you missed out, hopefully you can come next time.
I also had the chance to meet and sit next to Heidi Schulz, author of New York Times bestseller Hooks Revenge. It was delightful to chat with such an accomplished author.
Overall this was an experience I won't forget!
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Saturday, September 26, 2015
Monday, September 21, 2015
The Ring of Remaliha
Coming soon to wherever Deseret Books are sold and Amazon!
When Egyptologist April Tanner is asked to translate the hieroglyphs on an ancient ring, she is unwittingly drawn into a world of danger and intrigue. Her colleague, Dr. Peter Scherril, believes the glyphs will lead to a treasure hidden nearly two thousand years ago by an Egyptian man named Remaliha. The problem is the glyphs don t make sense. A week after Peter is killed in a suspicious car crash, the ring shows up in April s mail. She vows to decipher the ring s secrets and figure out why someone wanted Peter dead. Her inquisitions put her in the path of dashing archaeologist Nathan Hayes and his mysterious friend James Reddingham. Nathan invites April to join his expedition near Luxor. Once she arrives in Egypt, April aggressively pursues her investigation of the ring. But soon she suspects the motives of both Nathan and James and finds herself dodging thieves and assassins at every turn. In the end, uncovering the secrets of the ring could lead to Remaliha s treasure . . . or April s own tomb.
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