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 local community, and a mysterious letter with a scribble

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 the mood to forgive him.   Odin  On paper, Lady Camille is the perfect choice for a royal