Tried & True by Mary Connealy

I've read a lot of books that are duds recently.  Most of them I didn't even finish.  I was overdue for a winner and Mary Connealy's new release, Tried & True, scored in that dept!  She had me engaged in the story from the very beginning, and kept me till the end.  Love the story, love the characters, love the twists and turns.  Great read!

The Healing Quilt by Wanda Brunstetter

I wanted to like this book.  I kept picking it up and putting it down.  Three quarters of the way through the book, I still wasn't in to it.  I normally love Amish fiction, but I'd developed no attachment to the characters.  The book felt very choppy.  Maybe it's just Wanda's style, but it's not for me.

Miracle in a Dry Season by Sarah Loudin Thomas

I really enjoyed Miracle in a Dry Season!   It was well written, and kept me engaged and guessing as to what would happen next.  This is a great read from a new author!

A Match of Wits by Jen Turano

I completely enjoyed reading A Match of Wits!  Jen Turano has penned an entertaining read that keeps the reader guessing.  It's a fun peak into the culture of the day, and the life of a woman who pushes the limits.  Two thumbs up!

Woman of Courage by Wanda Brunstetter

This story, Woman of Courage, took a little while for me to connect with.  The main character, Amanda, speaks in Quaker English and I was put off by it for a while.  As the story progressed, it became more and more interesting, and by the middle, I was interested to see what would happen to the characters.  Amanda's bravery is inspiring, as she faces all sorts of challenges that aren't even on my radar screen today.

Undetected by Dee Henderson

I loved every minute of this new release by Dee Henderson.  Most books I read are just ok, some are decent, and some are awesome.  This one was quality all the way through.  Dee wove together a captivating story line with great character development and layman-friendly yet in depth explanations of the world of submarines and the Navy.  I brought the story in with me while I waited for a pick-up order for lunch - and a fellow patron asked what I was reading, because I was so absorbed in it!  

A Beauty So Rare by Tamara Alexander

A Beauty So Rare is a "settle in with a cup of tea and enjoy" sort of read.  It's longer than most novels these days, which I found refreshing.  It actually took me more than a couple of hours to read it!  The author, Tamara Alexander, built enough suspense in this sweet story to get me to flip to the end to see how it finished up.  Character development is done well, and the insight into the historic time period is fascinating.

A Match Made In Texas: A Novella Collection

This collection of novellas made for a fun read!  I have read other books by several of these authors, so I was looking forward to receiving this book.  It did not disappoint!  Light-hearted romance with a little action made for a thoroughly enjoyable read.