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Today, April 6, Author Chat with Eva Stachniak at 3:00 EST | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Super excited to welcome author Eva Stachniak to my blog via zoom today to discuss her historical novel and the research that went into it. Join us - even if you have not had a chance to read or finish her book. 3:00-4:30 PM EST. Join My Zoom Meeting! My Zoom Link Or Meeting ID:…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for THE BOOK OF THORNS by Hester Fox | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I am thrilled to be here today to write about Hester Fox's newest historical novel: The Book of Thorns. I love Ms. Fox's writing and this story was so interesting and compelling I could not put it down. I loved the historical setting but I also loved learning about different flowers and herbs. And what…
Book Chat with Author Eva Stachniak of THE SCHOOL OF MIRRORS | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm super excited to share with readers the opportunity for a zoom book chat with author Eva Stachniak regarding her novel: The School of Mirrors. Here's the overview from Amazon: “A riveting epic, keenly observed and shining with lush historical detail. You’ll never forget this journey.”--Cara Black, New York Times bestselling author of Three Hours in Paris “A…
Blog Tour for Good Half Gone by Tarryn Fisher | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Today I'm dishing about Tarryn Fisher's latest suspenseful thriller Good Half Gone, a story about a young woman whose twin was abducted and trafficked when they were teens. Needless to say this is heavy stuff and disturbing, but the story is told mostly in the present, roughly ten years later, with flashbacks of memory as…
Blog Tour for The Day Tripper by James Goodhand | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm excited to be part of the Harper-Collins blog tour for The Day Tripper by James Goodhand - a novel of time travel and (possible) redemption. If you know me, you know I've been obsessed with time travel since I was a little girl and I love stories that focus on this theme. What if…
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I just finished reading this amazing new book by Ariel Lawhon and it is destined to be one of my top picks of 2024. When I first started this novel, I thought "this feels SO familiar" and I was reminded of Laurel Thatcher Ulrich's book about a midwife's diary from the 1700's in Maine (A…
A Lodge Affair by Rachel LaBerge | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Recently, Rachel LaBerge reached out to me about her new novel, A Lodge Affair. This was a sweet and fun light romance and I enjoyed it a lot! It was the perfect read to combat my winter doldrums. Thank you for the opportunity to read your book and for my copy, Rachel! Here's the scoop:…
A Country Wedding Murder by Katie Gayle | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
If you read me, you know I love the Julia Bird mystery series! Julia is middle-aged and always seems to be bumping into mysteries, but she isn't annoying (like Jessica Fletcher) or as elderly as Miss Marple. And I love that she has her black lab in tow for her adventures. This one focuses on…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for A Step Past Darkness by Vera Kurian | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm excited today to be part of the blog tour for Vera Kurian's new thriller A Step Past Darkness. This was a fast and exciting read, following 6 friends who witness something terrible and come back together twenty years later when one of them dies from a supposed accident. I could see this book being…
Online Book Club Event with the Author: Meet Eva Stachniak, author of The School of Mirrors | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I am SUPER EXCITED to share that I will be hosting an online zoom book club event with Eva Stachniak, author of the historical novel: The School of Mirrors. Here's some info from Amazon about the book: “A riveting epic, keenly observed and shining with lush historical detail. You’ll never forget this journey.”--Cara Black, New York…
Bird’s Eye View by Jan Capps | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Jan Capps, the author of Bird's Eye View, reached out to me earlier in the winter so offer her memoir which tells of her year living and working at a medical clinic, with her ten-year-old daughter, in Guatemala. This was such an interesting story that I will admit I read it in pretty much one…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for The Uncharted Flight of Olivia West by Sara Ackerman | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm so happy today to be part of the tour for this wonderful new historical fiction novel about a plucky female aviator. Here's the scoop: THE UNCHARTED FLIGHT OF OLIVIA WEST Author: Sara Ackerman ISBN: 9780778369516Publication date: February 6, 2024Publisher: MIRA Book Summary:1927. Olivia ‘Livy’ Jones is a young and determined pilot with a love…
Blog Tour for THE FRIENDSHIP CLUB by Robyn Carr | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm happy to be part of the blog tour for Robyn Carr's new novel: The Friendship Club. Two of the main protagonists in this story are women in their 50's so I could relate to them, even though their life circumstances (one divorced, one widowed) are different than mine. It was an engaging and "romantic"…
Her Name Was Lola by Karen Janowsky | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Recently, author Karen Janowsky reached out to me to offer me a galley of her new title Her Name Was Lola. The description felt a bit "new age" in genre (in my opinion) so, with Karen's permission, I offered it to my college-age daughter, Anne, to read and to give me feedback. Here's the scoop:…
Spotlight on: Brad Forenza’s Podcast AROUND THE SUN | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I was contacted a bit ago by Mr. Forenza's publicist about his new podcast, which I gave a listen to. It has a variety of interesting topics and super interesting guest participants, so I wanted to spotlight it so you can check it out! Here's the scoop: Award-Winning 'Around the Sun' Anthology Audio Drama Podcast…
The Shadow Box by Luanne Rice | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I recently received this title as a free gift for my kindle as part of the Kindle First Reads program through Amazon. I've only read one other Luanne Rice book but I loved this one! It was suspenseful and exciting. I read the whole thing in two days over winter break. Here's the scoop: An…
The Audrey Hepburn Estate by Brenda Janowitz | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
So I was going through my kindle and I came across this title which I had not read. I loved Brenda Janowitz' Liz Taylor Ring and Grace Kelly Dress so I knew that I'd love this one, too. This story moved through time, telling the story of a young woman who grew up on a…
It’s my bloggiversary!!! | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Photo by rovenimages.com on Pexels.com So I was lying around and thinking my thoughts when I suddenly realized that I am having a big bloggiversary this month -- 15 years! It hardly seems possible that I've been sharing info on what I'm reading for all those years! I noticed today that, just on Net Galley,…
My Hearing, My Way by Dr. Stacey Armas | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
This fall, Dr. Stacey Armas reached out to me to see if I'd like to read her new book for young people with hearing loss: My Hearing, My Way. If you know me personally, you may know that our daughter, Anne, has an auditory processing disorder that results in her having difficulty hearing in non-quiet…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for: Two Dead Wives | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm thrilled to be part of the tour for this new Adele Parks novel: Two Dead Wives. This one kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat! I stayed up late reading it so I could see what happened. If you know me, you know I love suspenseful mysteries - this was a…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for The Weekend Retreat | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm super excited to be part of the blog tour for this new title by Tara Laskowski, The Weekend Retreat. This was a suspenseful read, focusing on a family coming together to celebrate a birthday, but some people are going to end up dead. What is the backstory on these characters? Who hates them so…
Spotlight on PASSAGE by Angus Wardlaw | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Here's an interesting one that's come my way! Passage by Angus Wardlaw which tells the story of Britain's worst Polar expedition disaster. Here's the scoop: 'PASSAGE' by Angus Wardlaw. Published in hardback by Daredevil Books. Clothbound hardback edition with dust wrapper, 408 pages including map illustrations. ISBN 978-1-7393932-2-9 Dimensions 235 x 164 x 27 mm…
MY 10 FAVORITE READS OF 2023 | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com While I read a LOT of books, and post about those I enjoyed or are featuring, I always have some that stand out as favorites. Here, in no particular order, are my Top Ten favorites from 2023: Daughters of Nantucket by Julie Gerstenblatt (HF) Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver (audiobook)…
For My Ears: TOM LAKE by Ann Patchett (Narrated by Meryl Streep) | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I loved this audiobook so much! First it centers in part on theater and the actors involved in a production of Our Town, but it's also a story about family and identity; and it is a reminder that parents have had a full life often before they became parents. Meryl Streep's narration is spot on…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for THE VACATION by John Marrs | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm always thrilled to be part of the Harper-Collins blog tours, and this fall there were SO MANY good books from which to choose. If you know me, you know I like suspenseful mysteries that are not overly violent/gory, so The Vacation was the perfect blend of mystery and suspense for me! This was my…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for Perfect Little Lives by Amber and Danielle Brown | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I'm happy to be a stop of the blog tour for Amber and Danielle's new novel: Perfect Little Lives. I will admit that it took me a bit to get into this novel, in part because I was expecting a different type of read in the beginning (I thought it started in the past with…
Bookouture Blog Tour for: Death on the Scotland Express by Fliss Chester | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I love the Cressida Fawcett cozy mysteries so I was thrilled to take part in Bookouture's latest blog tour featuring the newest mystery by Fliss Chester. These stories are always well-plotted and fun to read. You can read them in order or individually as stand alones (always helpful!). Cressida is the type of person I'd…
There Should Have Been Eight by Nalini Singh | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
My friends at Penguin-Random House/Berkley Publishing asked if I'd like to be part of the tour for Nalini Singh's new thriller: There Should Have Been Eight and of course I said yes! This is a super suspenseful, slow burn of a read, where long time friends come together as they remember one of their group…
Bookouture Blog Tour for: My Husband’s Lies by Liz Lawler | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
If you know me, you know I love a good psychological thriller that keeps me reading late into the night! My Husband's Lies was a fast-paced, suspenseful read. I thought I had it figured out - but I was wrong! This one was a definite "can't put down" experience. Thank you for my copy and…
The Last Masterpiece by Laura Morelli | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I love Laura Morelli's novels, historical fiction which usually ties into art, especially in Italy. This one was so interesting, telling the stories of two women, an American woman sent to Italy to help itemize and protect the great works of art, and a German woman, working for the Reich as they "protected" the art…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for THE WISHING BRIDGE by Viola Shipman | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Oh I'm always so happy to see when Viola Shipman (Wade Rouse) has a new novel out! The books are always engaging and touching and they never disappoint! This one was perfectly timed as it has a Christmas theme. Protagonist Henri returns home to get her parents to sell their Christmas store (in Frankenmuth ,MI)…
For My Ears: The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki, read by Barrie Krienik | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
My niece told me about this book so I used my monthly Audible credit to get it. What a treat! I had no idea what to expect, but I found this story of Marjorie Post - whose father started the cereal company Post and from whom Marjorie took over the reins - fascinating, captivating, and…
Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I enjoy Susan Meissner's writing, so I was thrilled to get this book via Net Galley. I absolutely LOVED this story (will be in my top ten of 2023 I'm sure). It's been a long time since a book has moved me to tears but the ending of this novel did. I loved the character…
Pretend with Me by Emily Mayer | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I was asked by my friend at Author Marketing Experts if I'd like a copy of this book, and, to be honest, the cover didn't catch my eye as much as the description did: Description: One phone call was all it took to upend my entire life in completely unexpected ways.Whoever said that you can’t…
For My Ears: The Lost Girls of Penzance and A Traitor in Whitehall | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
As the interminable commute continues, I've been listening to audiobooks from Net Galley. I love that NG offers audiobooks to reviewers! Two good ones I listened to this month were The Lost Girls of Penzance by Sally Rigby and A Traitor in Whitehall by Julia Kelly. I love a good mystery! This one was set…
For My Ears: The Lioness by Chris Bohjalian | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Narrated by: January LaVoy, Grace Experience, Gabrielle DuCuir I honestly think that Chris Bohjalian is one of the most versatile and talented writers alive today. Each thing he writes is a bit different from the one before it. I have read everything he's written (I think!) so when I missed this title, I got it…
Spotlight on: Hail Mary Pass by Kim Megahee | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Today I'm throwing the spotlight on the first title in a time travelling patriotic series: Hail Mary Pass by Kim Megahee. Here's the scoop: A Hail Mary Pass - that's what the President of the United States called it.What are the chances Marc McKnight's time travel team can convince George Washington to leave his home…
Veil of Doubt by Sharon Virts | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Ms. Virts' publicist offered me an e-galley of Veil of Doubt and I'm so glad that I said yes! What an intriguing and captivating read! I could not help but be amazed that this story is based in fact. Sometimes truth really is stranger than fiction! I could not put this book down as I…
The Spectacular by Fiona Davis | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
I just love the writing of Fiona Davis (The Lions of Fifth Avenue among others) so I was excited to get her latest read off Net Galley. This was a fun story for me since we love the Rockettes and the Holiday Spectacular, and my mother used to tell me stories of seeing them in…
Harper-Collins Blog Tour for: The Roaring Days of Zora Lily by Noelle Salazar | Beth's Book-Nook Blog
Harper-Collins had SO MANY great choices for tours for this fall that I could hardly restrain myself! As you know, I love historical fiction, so I was drawn to this novel about a young seamstress during the 1920's who is learning to navigate life as a young adult. I loved the character of Zora and…