Reading Excursions

MY REVIEW   Hardcover:  304 pages  Publisher:   Alcove Press (February 6, 2024)   Language:   English  ISBN:  1639105646 ISBN-13:   978-1639105649 ⬅️   Click Photo for Purchase Information       “ In this rich, atmospheric historical novel, perfect for fans of Brenda Janowitz and Adriana Trigiani, two stories of love and deceit intertwine nearly a hundred years apart in Verona, Italy.   Verona, 1947.  Textile historian Marianne Baxter comes to post-war Italy with one thing on her mind: three pristine Victorian dresses, once owned by the famous poet Christina Rossetti. Hidden away in a trunk for nearly a century, they were recently discovered at the Fondazione Museo Menigatti and Marianne’s expertise is needed before they go on exhibit. Still grieving the loss of her husband, the trip is also a reason for Marianne to start over. But when she arrives, she discovers an unsupportive but handsome museum owner, a superstitious lo...

MY REVIEW       Series:  Love in Laandia (Book #1)  Paperback:  329 pages  Publisher:   Three Birds Press (January 23, 2024)   Language:   English  ISBN:  1989203310 ISBN-13:   978-1989203316 ⬅️   Click Photo for Purchase Information     “ Prince Odin of Laandia and Lady Camille of Saint Pierre are getting married. The story of their whirlwind romance is sweet and swoon-worthy and completely made up.   Camille  I need a husband and the second son of the King of Laandia just proposed.  Sort of.  Because of some archaic, idiotic 18th-century French rule, I need to be married before I take over as ruler of my tiny island nation. And after Prince Odin’s quick exit from The Suitorette reality romance show, it’s obvious he’s looking to make a match.  The only problem? Ten years ago, Prince Odin broke my heart. And he just told the world all about it.  I’ve got to marry him, but I’m not in th...