Book 2 in the author's "Hope and Glory" series, featuring Caroline Delacroix (Gray Delacroix's sister from Book 1). It opens in the early 1900's where Caroline is working very hard as First Lady Ida McKinley's personal secretary. Her twin brother Luke has been arrested for treason in Cuba. Caroline is convinced he is innocent but since Luke has pled guilty and refuses any assistance from her or Gray, she decides her only recourse is to pursue a presidential pardon.
When Secret Service Agent Nathaniel Trask is brought into the White House to create a security plan for President McKinley, immediate sparks fly. Although he specializes in counterfeit detection, his level of attention to detail combined with his deeply principled conscience makes him perfect for the job. Chased by old demons, Nathaniel is not sure if he can trust Caroline but is insanely attracted to her.
It is clear this book was incredibly well researched. The historical events are moving and commanding; the author manages to combine depth of character with humor, sorrow, truth telling, Godly wisdom, witty repartee....it's all here in one book - an excellent story that also entertains!
You will enjoy this much more if you read "The Spice King" before diving into this one (and they are both exceptional). I can't wait for Book 3!!
I was provided a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review.
Friday, May 22, 2020
Review of "Storing Up Trouble" by Jen Turano
Jen Turano's books are (literally) ALWAYS a ton of fun and this one is no exception!
When Miss Beatrix Waterbury (American Heiress, suffragist, a member of the New York Four Hundred!) is sent to visit her Aunt Gladys in Chicago, the train trip is only the beginning of her exciting journey. When the train is robbed she meets Norman Nesbit, a deep intellectual who is often distracted by his mind and his inventions, to the point of missing out on relationships. Because Norman initially assumes Beatrix is a poor relative of Aunt Gladys, this colors their interactions going forward - especially after she gets a job at Marshall Field & Company (hijinks ensue). With wink wink moments and meet cutes galore, Pinkerton agents and Pullman cars, this book is just plain fun!
I was provided a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review.
When Miss Beatrix Waterbury (American Heiress, suffragist, a member of the New York Four Hundred!) is sent to visit her Aunt Gladys in Chicago, the train trip is only the beginning of her exciting journey. When the train is robbed she meets Norman Nesbit, a deep intellectual who is often distracted by his mind and his inventions, to the point of missing out on relationships. Because Norman initially assumes Beatrix is a poor relative of Aunt Gladys, this colors their interactions going forward - especially after she gets a job at Marshall Field & Company (hijinks ensue). With wink wink moments and meet cutes galore, Pinkerton agents and Pullman cars, this book is just plain fun!
I was provided a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review.
Review of "Hadley Beckett's Next Dish" by Bethany Turner
Wow - what a difference the third book makes! I loved the premise of all three offerings from this author. After reading all three I am of the opinion they each had a unique charm, but this is the one I can truly say I LOVED. I LOVED IT SO MUCH. It doesn't hurt I am predisposed to enjoy stories about cooking shows ;) but this was a very fun and enjoyable book.
Chef Hadley Beckett is as sweet as can be....while Chef Max Cavanaugh is most definitely not. Both are young, accomplished, and successful, but when they go head to head in a cooking competition show (America's Fiercest Chef!) the results are a surprise, and the fallout creates multiple lingering side effects. Max's reputation is damaged and Hadley's star is on the rise (new manager, new attitude) when they are thrown together again. Will Max and Hadley discover they have more in common than not? Can they figure out a way to work together and not kill each other?
With a particularly satisfying ending and multiple laugh out loud moments sprinkled throughout this book, it is a pleasure to recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishers in exchange for my honest review.
Chef Hadley Beckett is as sweet as can be....while Chef Max Cavanaugh is most definitely not. Both are young, accomplished, and successful, but when they go head to head in a cooking competition show (America's Fiercest Chef!) the results are a surprise, and the fallout creates multiple lingering side effects. Max's reputation is damaged and Hadley's star is on the rise (new manager, new attitude) when they are thrown together again. Will Max and Hadley discover they have more in common than not? Can they figure out a way to work together and not kill each other?
With a particularly satisfying ending and multiple laugh out loud moments sprinkled throughout this book, it is a pleasure to recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishers in exchange for my honest review.
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