Hello May!!

  
                                            🎕🎕🎕 Hello May 🎕🎕🎕 
Hard to believe we are now in The 5th Month of 2023, Halfway through this year that seems like it just started. 

This month for Reading im doing a Troupes Reading Challenge where i have to determine which books fit a certain Troupe which i feel is a nice challenge for me. I may not get alot of reading done this month since USUALLY May is a busy month for me so we'll just see how much i do get done. 

For this month i plan to read more Contemporary, Fantasy and Mystery Novels since ive mainly been reading Historical Fiction the past 4 months. 

What Reading Challenges do you plan to participate in this month?! What Books do you plan to read this month?! 

Let me know in the comments below, i always love hearing from my followers!! As always, Happy Reading!!

April Wrapup

  
🎕🎕🎕April Wrapup🎕🎕🎕
All 20 Books i read this month!! 14 Physical and 6 Ebooks with only 1 low rated one!! 
Perfectly Placed by Liana George 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Contemporary Christian Fiction) 
Perfectly Matched by Liana George 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Contemporary Christian Fiction) 
The Orchard by Beverly Lewis 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Historical Amish Fiction) 
The Rose and The Thistle by Laura Frantz 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Historical Fiction) 
A Deep Divide by Kimberley Woodhouse 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Historical Fiction) 
A Gem of Truth by Kimberley Woodhouse 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Historical Fiction) 
A Mark of Grace by Kimberley Woodhouse 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Historical Fiction) 
Rose by Rena Groot 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Historical Fiction) 
All The Lost Places by Amanda Dykes 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Historical Fiction)  
A Light in the Darkness by Ruth Logan Herne 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Cozy Mystery) 
Like a Fish Out of Water by Janice Thompson 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Cozy Mystery)  
When Azeleas Bloom by Sherryl Woods 🌟🌟🌟🌟.5 (Contemporary) 
Bride on the Loose by Debbie Macomber 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Romance) 
Same Time Next Year by Debbie Macomber 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Romance) 
The Manning Grooms by Debbie Macomber 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Romance) 
Crossroads by Belva Plain 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Contemporary)  
SeaGlass Cottage by Irene Hannon 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Contemporary) 
Death Among Rubies by RJ Kreto 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Cozy Mystery) 
The Sister of Seaview by Julie Klassen 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (Historical Fiction) 
Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella 🌟🌟🌟🌟.5 (Contemporary) 

Review for Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella

  
Rating: 4.5 Stars!! 
Review: 
This was only the 2nd time ive read a book by Sophie Kinsella so i kind of knew what to expect even tho each of her books has a different storyline and this one was no different then what ive read in her Shopoholic Series last year.  This one was a cute yet quirky at times story about a woman who has a tumble down stairs in Downtown England then develops Amnesia. 

The Characters were fun and interesting to read about. Eric and Jon were creepy to me so i kind of found their characters as useless. Alexis "Lexi" Smart was definately my favorite since at times i felt bad for her as it was hard for her to remember the past 3 years due to her Amnesia. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in England while reading especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall it was an OK Contemporary Romance Novel!! I rated it 4.5 Stars because of the language in Chapter 12 which was a big turnoff for me. I will read more by Sophie in the future i just hope all her other books arent as quirky and filled with bad language the way this one was. 

Review for The Sisters of SeaView (On Devonshire Shores #1) by Julie Klassen

   
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Another Phenomenal Book/Series by Julie Klassen!! 

I got hooked on Julie's books in Winter 2022 when My Great-Aunt loaned  me The Ivy Hill Series. Ever since then, i ADORE Julie's books and the way she tells stories of simplier times in England like living in a Fairy-Tale World mostly based on Jane Austen's books which i think is why i adore Julie's books so much. 

The Characters were so fun and enjoyable to read about. Sarah, Viola, Georgiana and Emily Summers were definately my favorites since i could relate to how they were feeling following the loss of their father in April 1819 since i still have those feelings since losing my father unexpectedly 17 months ago. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Devonshire England while reading especially when the scenery of SeaView was described. 

Overall a Phenomenal Book 1 in this Historical Fiction Series by Julie!! Can't wait to read Book 2 when it comes out later this year!!

Review for Death Among Rubies (Lady Frances Ffolkes #2) by RJ Koreto

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
This was my first time reading a Mystery Novel/Series by RJ Koreto so i wasnt sure what to expect but i have to say i loved it , felt like i was actually in England while reading. I also loved how this was a locked door Mystery in tradition to Agatha Christie since she is my TOP 5 Favorite Classic Mystery Author. 

The Characters were so fun and enjoyable to read about. Lady Frances, Gwendolyn and June were definately my favorites I think those 3 characters are the reason i enjoyed this book so much. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Victorian Era England while reading, especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall a Good and Enjoyable Mystery Novel!! Can't wait to read more in this series and by RJ in the future!!

Review for Seaglass Cottage (Hope Harbor #8) by Irene Hannon

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Thank you to Revell for sending me this FREE COPY to review for them last year!! This was another Phenomenal Book in The Hope Harbor Series by Irene Hannon. I think this is one of my favorites so far in this series especially since Christi is still trying to recover from losing her Dad so many years ago which i can really relate to. 

The Characters were so fun and interesting to read about. Christi Reece was definately my favorite so far as i can really relate to how she's feeling after losing her Father a few years ago. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was really in Hope Harbor Oregon while reading, especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall Another Phenomenal Book in This Contemporary Christian Series about Life in Hope Harbor Oregon!! Can't wait to read more in this series in the future!!

Review for Crossroads by Belva Plain

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
This was my first time reading a Novel by Belva Plain so i wasnt sure what kind of stories she writes but i have to say i really enjoyed this one which brought many of my emotions to the surface. 

The Characters were so fun and interesting to read about. Cassie Wright and Gwen were my favorites because i could really relate to what they were going through and with how they were feeling after suffering such losses. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in the book while reading, especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall a very Good, Lighthearted and Hearttugging Novel about a woman who works for a Glassworks Company who visits a family that has a deep connection to her!! Can't wait to read more by Belva in the future!!

Review for The Manning Grooms (Those Manning Men #3-4) by Debbie Macomber

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
In this 3rd and Final Installment of The Manning Family Series we visit 2 Men who help 2 Single Women learn about life and love after heartbreaks in The 1990s. 

All 6 Characters were so enjoyable and interesting to read about. My Favorites were Summer, Julie and James from Same Time Next Year (1995). Jason, Carrie and Charlotte were OK in Bride on the Loose (1990) but i expected to enjoy them more then i did. 

The Setting for BOTH Stories were very intriguing and enjoyable to read about which really makes the reader feel like you're actually in the book while reading especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall A Good Combo Book to read if you're looking for a quick and enjoyable Romance to read!! Can't wait to read more by Debbie in the future!!

Review for Same Day Next Year (The Manning Family Series #4) by Debbie Macomber

  
 
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
I dont read very many Stand Alone Books by Debbie Macomber but when i do i usually enjoy them as much as i would if they were part of a Series so this one was no different. I found this read was uniquely written unlike any other romance ive read before maybe because this is an older story.  

The Characters were so interesting and intriguing to read about. Summer, Julie and Jason were definately my favorites. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was in Las Vegas when reading especially when the scenery was described since it was mainly about The Vegas Strip. 

Overall Another Good Romance byt Debbie about 2 Hopeless Romantics agreeing to meet 1 year after heartbreaks!! Can't wait to read more by Debbie in the future!!

Review of Bride on the Loose (Those Manning Men #3) by Debbie Macomber

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Another Phenomenal Book in Those Manning Men Series!! 

The Characters were so interesting and intriguing to read about. It was hard to pick a favorite since i liked all the characters. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in the book while reading, especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall Another Good Book in Those Manning Men Series!! Can't wait to read more by Debbie in the future!!

Review of Where Azaleas Bloom (The Sweet Magnolias #10) by Sherryl Woods

  
Rating: 3.5 Stars!! 
Review: 
This was only the 2nd Book ive read by Sherryl Woods so i wasnt sure what to expect even tho i loved Seaview Inn when i read it last year so a tiny part of me was hopeful that this one would be just as good but sadly i was mistaken as this one was too repetitive and boring in the middle since i expected it to be so much more. 

The Characters were so interesting and fun to read about. Lynn, Jeremy and Lexie were definately my favorites since i could really relate to them in so many ways. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in the book while reading, especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall an OK Book 10 in The Sweet Magnolias Series!! I will read more by Sherryl in the future but i hope all her other books arent like this one. 

Review for Like a Fish Out of Water (Mysteries of Martha's Vineyard #2) by Janice Thompson

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review:
Even tho this is only the 2nd Book ive read in this series, i really love it. 

The Characters are still so interesting and intriguing to read about. Pricilla is still my favorite and i still love how devoted she is to finding out The Mystery behind certain artifacts found around Martha's Vineyard. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Martha's Vineyard while reading especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall Another Phenomenally Enjoyable and Intriguing Story in this Christian Cozy Mystery Series!! Can't wait to read more in this series in the future!! 

Review for A Light in the Darkness (Mysteries of Martha's Vineyard #1) by Ruth Logan Herne

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
This was my first time reading a book and series by Guideposts and Ruth Logan Herne so i wasnt sure what to expect but when i saw what this seriesis about i just had to give it a try and im glad i did since i really divulged and enjoyed this one so much. 

The Characters were so interesting and intriguing to read about. Pricilla was definately my favorite especially when she was so devoted to finding out The Mystery behind The Lighthouse on her Aunt's Property. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Martha's Vineyard while reading, especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall a Good Book 1 in this Christian Cozy Mystery Series about Martha's Vineyard!! Can't wait to read Book 2 soon!!

Review for All the Lost Place by Amanda Dykes

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Thank you to Bethany House for sending me this FREE COPY to review for them last month!! This was my first time reading a Book by Amanda Dykes so i wasnt sure what to expect but i have to say this on really pulled me in and made me feel like i was part of the story. 

The Characters were so interesting to read about. I couldnt pick just one favorite since i seemed to enjoy all the characters. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in 1807 and 1904 Venice Italy while reading especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall a Phenomenally Enjoyable and Intriguing Historical Fiction Novel about A Mystery surrounding A Painter's True Identity!! Can't wait to read more by Amanda in the future!!

Review for Anything but Plain by Suzanne Woods Fisher

   
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
It's been awhile since i read a Amish Fiction Novel by Suzanne Woods Fisher so i kind of knew what to expect even tho i didnt totally know what the story would  be about even tho i nkew it was set in Lancaster County PA. 

The Characters were so fun and interesting to read about. Lyndie was definately my favorite since she tried her hardest to be punctual despite her ADHD. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Lancaster County PA since my parents and i vacationed there in The 2010s. 

Overall a Good and Informative Amish Fiction Novel by Suzanne!! Can't wait to read more by Suzanne in the future!!

Review for Rose (Prairie Rose Series #18) by Rena Groot

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Thank you to Celebrate Lit Bloggers and Rena Groot for picking me to participate in this Book Tour this week since it was my first time particapating with this company. 

The Characters were so intriguing and interesting  to read about. Rose was definately my favorite especially since she tried to rely on God more through Prayer  even tho at times she was questionable about it. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in The Oregon Trail while reading especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall A Fun yet enjoyable Book in this series about Rose's in The Oregon Prairie!! Can't wait to read more by Rena Groot in the future!!

Review for A Mark of Grace (Secrets of the Canyon #3) by Kimberley Woodhouse

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Thank you to BethanyHouse and Librarything for picking me to win this FREE ARC COPY in a giveaway on Librarything.com last month!! 

I truly loved this book and series which makes me sad that this was the last book in this series even tho some of the storylines felt like they were still open for a 4th book. 

The Characters are still so interesting and intriguing to read about. Ruth was my favorite despite her anger toward others at times about her leg injury but i could understand her frustration. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in El Hovar Hotel near The Grand Canyon while reading especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall A Good Book 3 in this Series about Secrets of The Grand Canyon!! Can't wait to read more by Kimberley in the future!! 

Review for A Gem of Truth (Secrets of the Canyon #2) by Kimberley Woodhouse

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Even tho this is only the 2nd book ive read by Kimberley i can honestly say she's becoming another Favorite Historical Fiction Author this year!! I loved how she tells these stories with such passion and research. 

The Characters were so enjoyable to read about. Julia Schultz was definately my favorite with her dedication to her job and ignoring the rumors being told about her without a care in the world. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in 1908 Grand Canyon while reading, especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall Another Phenomenal Book in this Historical Fiction Series about Secrets of The Canyon!! Can't wait to read Book 3 soon!! 

Review for A Deep Divide (Secret of The Canyon #1) by Kimberley Woodhouse

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
This was my first time reading a book/series by Kimberley Woodhouse so i wasnt sure what to expect but i have to say i really loved and enjoyed this Historical Fiction Book 1 in this Series about Secrets of The Grand Canyon in The 1900s. 

The Characters were so interesting and enjoyable to read about. Emma Grace was definately my favorite especially during her kidnapping scene and how risilent she was despite her worry. 

Overall A Phenomenal Book 1 in this Historical Fiction Series about The Grand Canyon!! Can't wait to read Book 2 soon!!

Review for The Rose and The Thistle by Laura Frantz

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Thank you to Revell for sending me this FREE COPY to review for them. 

This is The 4th Novel ive read by Laura Frantz which is safe to say she's one of MY Favorite Historical Fiction Authors as of recent. The way she captivated the readers attention with the facts and research she does to make the story enjoyable is why she's a favorite of mine. 

The Characters were so interesting and enjoyable to read about. Lady Blythe Hedley, Lady Catherine and La Belle Hedley were definately my favorites. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Scotland and England in The 1710s while reading, espeically when the scenery was described. 

I also loved learning The History of Protestant Faith since I'm a protestant myself and ive always been fascinated at learning about it. 

Overall Another Phenomenal Historical Fiction Novel by Laura!! Can't wait to read more by her in the future!!

Review for The Orchard by Beverly Lewis

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Even tho its been awhile since i last read an Amish Fiction Novel by Beverly Lewis but i have to say this one like all the others did not disappoint since its so enjoyable and interesting to read about especially since ive never read a book about an Amish Man wanting to join The Army during Vietnam in The Winter of 1970. 

The Characters were very intriguing and enjoyable to read about. Ellie, Ruthann, Leah and Soloman were my favorites. I loved learning about their connections to each other as well as their life stories. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Lancaster County and Bird-in-Hand PA especially when the scenery was described since my parents and i vacationed their in The 2010s. 

I do wish this was part of a series cause id love to see where Ellie, Evan and Soloman are now or what's next for them in life. 

Overall Another Phenomenal Amish Fiction Novel by Beverly Lewis!! Can't wait to read more by Beverly in the future!!

Review for Perfectly Matched (The Hopeful Hearts Series #3) by Liana George

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Thank you to Travelling Page Tours and Liana George for sending me this FREE Copy as part of The Book Tour this week!! 

This was the 3rd Book in this cute and fun Contemporary Christian Fiction Series about a Former Professional Organizer who in order to adopt a Chinese Child must be married first. 

The Characters were still so enjoyable and fun to read about. Nicki, Ben and Lei are still my favorites. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in Texas and China while reading especially when the scenery was described. 

Overall Another Phenomenal Book in this Contemporary Christian Series!! Can't wait to read more by Liana in the future!!

Review for Perfectly Placed (The Hopeful Hearts Series #2) by Liana George

  
Rating: 5 Stars!! 
Review: 
Even tho this is only the 2nd book in the series and by Liana George that ive read. I really enjoyed the way she tells Christian Stories so elequently written. 

The Characters are still so enjoyable to read about, Nicki is still my favorite as well as Ben Carrington and Lei Ming. 

The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was really in The States and China while reading espeically when the scenery was described. 

Overall Another Good and Enjoyable  Book in this Christian Series!! Can't wait to read Book 3 soon!!