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The Pursuit of Pleasure
The Pursuit of Pleasure is an interesting historical romance. Its author, Ms. Essex, who has an undergraduate degree in Classical Studies and Art History and a Masters degree in Nautical…
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Rules of an Engagement
The most interesting thing about Suzanne Enoch’s latest novel, the third in her Adventure Club series, is its setting in the South Sea Islands. The islands, with their blood-thirsty natives,…
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How to Woo a Reluctant Lady
How to Woo at Reluctant Lady is the third book in Sabrina Jeffries’ Hellions of Halstead Hall series and it does not function well as a stand-alone book. That is…
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September 30, 2026
Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo: a review
the first of a near perfect urban fantasy series
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September 24, 2026
The Secrets We Hide by Karin Slaughter: a review
small town secrets are no match for these sisters
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September 21, 2026
The Briar Club by Kate Quinn: a review
it’s the 50s baby and the times they are a-changing
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