Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor, by Roseanna M. White, is a great Christmas novella.  Lady Mariah Lyons  is once again enjoying the coming holiday season.  However, her calm world is about to be turned upside-down!

Mr. Cyril Lighthouse, Mariah’s childhood friend, is soon to inherit Plumford Manor (Mariah’s current home).  She had dreamt of their friendship growing to be something more; however, it seems his eyes have been looking elsewhere!

Cyril is not excited about his inheritance.  He would rather be a professor of literature at some university.  But sometimes family obligations trump your own desires.  However, the moment he steps into Plumford Manor and lays eyes on a grown-up Mariah, he feels like he has finally come home!

Christmas at Plum Manor is a delightful novella, you will not soon forget!

I received a copy of this book from Bethany House in exchange for my review.

A Gentleman for Lady Juniper

 

A Gentleman for Lady Juniper, by Sally Britton, is another tale in her Clairvoir Castle series.  Jack Sterling life has recently changed.  He had been working for the Duke of Montfort as part of his family’s private security.  However, he has suddenly been told that he can no longer a servant, but rather he is part of the nobility himself.  His father is now an Earl.  Jack must now attempt to find his place in this new world!

One of Jack’s first encounters, once he makes his way to London, is a face from his past, Lady Juniper Amberton.  Jack had meet this young woman while working for the Duke.  It is interesting to see what evolves between these two now that they are equals!

Juniper kindly invites Jack’s sister Emily into London society.  Things seem to moving along until suddenly the ton begins to reject Jack’s family.  Will Juniper and Jack be able to discover who is behind this action in time to cement their place in society?

One Last Stand

 

One Last Stand, by Susan May Warren, opens with a blast.  Shepherd Watson has been under the impression that London Brooks is dead.  He actually say her dead body. However, that is not true.  When the “alive” London learns that Shep is missing and the thug who is after her is responsible, she goes into immediate action!

Before London can take her first step, she is suddenly surrounded by the Air One rescue team and they need answers.  The team jumps in to help and is able to protect both Shep and London from harm; however, Shep does not know what to make of London’s reappearance!

Before you know it, Shep is following London on her latest mission overseas.  He realizes it was a good choice when London is suddenly snatched.  As Shep attempts to save London, he learns a lot of new details about her!

Hold on for a surprise ending that involves the entire team on the final pages of this high-action tale!

I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my review.

The Summer of You and Me

 

The Summer of You and Me, by Denise Hunter, tells of Maggie Reynolds returning to Seabrook, North Carolina.  She plans to spend the summer with her young daughter at her in-laws beach house.  However, when they visit a local carnival, Maggie catches sight of a man who looks just like her husband Ethan, who died five years ago!

It is interesting to watch Maggie and her former brother-in-law Josh attempt to track down this man who actually may be her former husband.  When they discover that this look-a-like is much younger than her husband, they must change the focus of their search!

When Maggie makes contact with the mother of this man, you will be surprised at what she learns.  This tale will turn on a dime with this new information!

I received a copy of this book from Thomas Nelson Publishers in exchange for my review.

Unforgotten

 

In Unforgotten, by Shelley Shepard Gray, you will see Bethanne Hostetler reconnect with Jay Byler.  They had formerly been friends; however, after his best friend Peter had abused her, Bethanne has stayed far, far away.  Little does she know Jay has had warm feelings towards for years!

When Bethanne learns that her cousin Candace, who has recently won a local beauty contest, is dealing with a stalker, she worries that Candace is in danger.  After Candace contacts the local police, she meets Ryan Mulaney.  This officer begins to escort her on her many appearances.  This definitely gives everyone some peace of mind!

However, when this stalker abducts both Candace and Bethanne, you have no idea if these two young women will ever find freedom again!

I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my review.

Deadly Revenge

 

Deadly Revenge, by Patricia Bradley, introduces Chattanooga Detective Jenna Hart.  She is gathering intel on some local drug dealers.  Along the way, Jenna reconnects with Agent Maxwell Anderson.  The attraction they formerly felt still seems to be very close to the surface!

This tale gets interesting as Jenna and Max work together on a case involving the tragic death of a city councilman.  When another former councilman  seems to be targeted as well, you know this case has just gotten bigger and definitely more dangerous!

After another dead body shows up, Jenna and Max have two suspects in mind.  As typical with Patricia Bradley’s books, there is a surprise ending to this tale!

I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my review.

Never Forgotten

 

Never Forgotten, by Hannah Linder, opens with Simon Fancourt’s father insisting he marry Georgina Whitmore.   

However, this is not direction Simon wants to go.  He feels that Georgina is merely a shallow and absurd young lady!

Twelve years later, Simon is now across the ocean in North Carolina.  His beloved wife has been killed and he is left with two young children to raise.  His primary course is to return to his homeland in hopes of finding some answers concerning who is responsible for his wife’s death!

Once Simon arrives at his family home, he finds that his mother is blind and his father is dead.  His father’s will states that he must marry Georgina to receive his inheritance!

This is an interesting tale to follow.  Simon and Georgina not only have to learn to interact together; but, more importantly, they both have a mystery to solve!

The Seaside Homecoming

 

The Seaside Homecoming, by Julie Klassen, is an interesting tale set in the year 1820.  Miss Claire Summers is dealing with a very rainy day.   At her father’s request, she is currently in exile, living in Scotland spending her days as companion to her great-aunt.    And it is not an enjoyable life!

Little does Claire know that merely a country away her sisters Viola, Emily and Sarah are thinking of her.  They do not understand why Claire has not responded to their letters.  After her aunt passes away, Claire must find a new place to live.  You will not believe where she ends up!

Claire has come back to jolly old England to try to make a place for herself.  You will be surprised to learn who she meets after she arrives!

Hold tight to see where Claire lands and if resolution ever comes to Claire and her family!

The Blooming of Delphinium

 

 

The Blooming of Delphinium is another interesting tale from Holly Varni.  Delphinium Hayes, a flower shop owner, can tell by someone’s scent whether they will be friend or foe.  When she meets Elliot Sturgis, the director of Moonberry Lake’s Senior Care Facility, she senses violets but also a bit of harshness!

It is fun to see Delphinium interact with the quirky elderly individuals who are never far from her shop.  It is also fun to learn what each scent indicates on the pages of this tale.  This group of characters from the nursing facility bring a lot of color to the pages of this tale!

After Delphinium and Elliot have a major conflict, hold tight to see if they are ever able to find any resolution.  This is definitely a tale worth reading!

I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my review.

One Last Promise

 

One Last Promise, by Susan May Warren, continues the story about the Mulligan brothers.   This tale focuses primarily on Moose Mulligan.  He reconnects with Tillie Young, a woman who formerly worked at a local diner.  Tillie has been absent for the past month; unfortunately, when she shows up she has been severely beaten!

The entire Air One team enters behind Moose.  All are in for the task when they learn that Tillie’s seven-year-old daughter is being held hostage.  However, Moose becomes the primary searcher on this job!

Hold tight through a lot of action and several truths being revealed by the final pages of this tale!

One Last Chance

 

One Last Chance, by Susan May Warren, opens with Axel Mulligan trying to rescue a young girl who has been caught up in some icy waters in Alaska.  Her kayak had bobbed up empty.  So Axel is diving deep to try to save this girl!

The next person you meet is Flynn Turnquist, a former detective who is currently in Alaska searching for her missing twin sister.  Before you know it, Flynn makes a connection with Axel and he decides to help her search for her sister!

It is interesting to watch Axel and Flynn work together, as they move through obstacles on their way to possibly locating her sister.  Hang on for the wild ride!

Over the Edge

Over the Edge, by Irene Hannon, will grab your attention from page one.  Lindsey Barnes, who works as a private chef, gets caught up in a traumatic situation in the midst of her work day.  She finds the body of her boss on the floor of the kitchen and unfortunately she hears the sound of someone in the bathroom.  Is it possible the murderer is still in the house?  Lindsey is able to hide until this individual exists the house; however, now the police may consider her a witness to this crime!

Police detective, Jack Turner, is brought in to help solve this case.  Things seem to crawl to a dead end, but Lindsey recalls enough details to breathe some life back into finding a solution.  As she keeps having experiences that no one can find evidence of, some begin doubting Lindsey’s sanity!

It is interesting to watch Jack and Lindsey work together to finally discover who is behind all of the mayhem!

I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my review.

The Cloverton Charade

 

On the opening pages of The Cloverton Charade, by Sarah E. Ladd, you will see Olivia Brannon heading to Cloverton Hall to assist with evaluating their collection of jewelry and gems.  Olivia’s dream of being valued for her professional reputation might finally be coming to fruition.  She knows her life is definitely about to change.  The only difficulty is that the owner of the collection insists that Olivia keep her work a secret!

Lucas Avery, the son of a rival antiquity's seller, has also been invited to the country party being held at Cloverton Hall.  The new owner wants his assistance with selling the family collection.  Unfortunately, this means Lucas will be in direct competition with Olivia!

When Olivia is asked to spy on Lucas to discover what he is up to, she feels it is a step too far.  Before you know it, Lucas has discovered that something shady is going on and he forms a team with Olivia to discover what exactly is going on at Cloverton Hall.  You will be surprised to learn how many familiar faces are involved!

The Letter from Briarton Park

 

The Letter from Briarton Park, by Sarah E. Ladd, is the first book in her The Houses of Yorkshire series.  Cassandra Hale learns that the woman, who had served both as her mother and her employer, has been lying to her.  As this woman lies dying, she gives Cassandra a letter from Robert Clark.  This man indicates he has information to share with her if she can come to his home at Briarton Park.  The letter was dated two and a half years ago!

This is an interesting tale as you follow Cassandra when she seeks to locate Mr. Clark and instead finds an individual who may change her life completely.  Definitely a storyline that will not to be soon forgotten!