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Outcast Artist in Bretagne – WWII heartbreak and forbidden love by Diane Scott Lewis (Book Review #1711) – Review Tales
"Outcast Artist in Bretagne – WWII Heartbreak and Forbidden Love" by Diane Scott Lewis is a poignant and compelling historical fiction novel that explores the complexities of love, loyalty, and survival during the tumultuous times of World War II. The story of Norah Cooper, an Englishwoman seeking refuge in Brittany, and Major August von Gottlieb,…
Mary Not Broken by Deborah L. King (Book Review #1705) – Review Tales
"Mary Not Broken" by Debora L. King is a gripping and emotionally charged novel that delves into the life of a woman facing incredible adversity. Set in the backdrop of 1935 Mississippi, the story follows Mary, a young woman whose life takes numerous tragic and challenging turns, from a forced marriage to the loss of…
Vashti’s Daughter by Raven West (Book Review #1700) – Review Tales
"Vashti's Daughter" by Raven West is an intricate and captivating novel that weaves historical elements with a modern-day narrative, creating a mesmerizing story that challenges traditional perceptions and explores the power of legacy and truth. The protagonist, Anna Steine, a young, newly divorced owner of a publishing house, finds herself embroiled in a mysterious and…
The Saintly Imp by Zwahk Muchoney (Book Review #1699) – Review Tales
"The Saintly Imp" by Zwahk Muchoney is a fascinating and unconventional tale that blends elements of fantasy, religion, and historical fiction into a unique and compelling narrative. The story centers around Jarilhil, a diminutive demon from Hell, who seeks respite from his torment by embarking on an unlikely mission to become a Christian missionary. His…
Strange and Twisted Things by Holly Payne-Strange (Book Review #1696) – Review Tales
"Strange and Twisted Things" by Holly Payne-Strange is a hauntingly captivating novel that delves into the depths of loneliness, legacy, and the dark corners of the human psyche. This gothic tale, set against the backdrop of a menacing, sentient house, weaves an intricate narrative that explores the lives of two women, Greta and Violet, separated…
SAM TIME By Donna Balon (Book Review #1693) – Review Tales
"Sam Time" by Donna Balon is a refreshing and imaginative historical time-travel fiction that masterfully intertwines the past and the present. The protagonist, Samantha Hunter, is a compelling character whose journey through time is both enchanting and thought-provoking. As she toggles between her modern life and her vivid dreams set in the Victorian era, readers…
One More Seat at the Round Table: A Novel of Broadway’s Camelot by Susan Dormady Eisenberg (Book Review #1667) – Review Tales
"Love and Limelight: One More Seat at the Round Table - A Theatrical Triumph of Heart and Ambition" Susan Dormady Eisenberg's enchanting novel, "One More Seat at the Round Table," offers readers a captivating backstage pass to the tumultuous world of Broadway during the creation of Lerner and Loewe's iconic musical, Camelot. Set against the…
THE BOY IN THE RAIN by Stephanie Cowell (Book Review #1666) – Review Tales
"The Boy in the Rain: A Poignant Tale of Love and Peril in Edwardian England" Stephanie Cowell's "The Boy in the Rain" immerses readers in the delicate and perilous world of Edwardian England, where love between two men is fraught with danger and societal taboos. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the…
THE ADORED ONE, a novel of Lillian Lorraine & Florenz Ziegfeld by Susanne Dunlap (Book Review #1665) – Review Tales
"The Adored One: A Captivating Tale of Love, Ambition, and Triumph" In Susanne Dunlap's "The Adored One," readers are transported to the dazzling world of early 20th-century New York, where the life of young Lillian Lorraine unfolds against the backdrop of Broadway's golden age. This historical novel delves into the tumultuous journey of a spirited…
Unpredictable Winds by Thomas T. Chin (Book Review #1662) – Review Tales
"Unpredictable Winds: A Heart-Wrenching Tale of Love and Loss in Wartime Shanghai" Thomas T. Chin's "Unpredictable Winds" is a poignant narrative set against the tumultuous backdrop of wartime Shanghai, where the characters grapple with the harsh realities of occupation, sacrifice, and the unpredictable twists of fate. BUY NOW The protagonist, Lee De-Chang, leads a dual…
Powerless in Poland “Growing up under the Nazi Regime” by June Triana-Schiada (Book Review #1656) – Review Tales
Title: A Heartfelt Journey of Resilience and Hope in "Powerless in Poland" by June Triana-Schiada "Powerless in Poland: Growing up under the Nazi Regime" by June Triana-Schiada offers readers a gripping and poignant narrative that delves into the lesser-known struggles of innocent German civilians displaced during World War II. This historical novel sheds light on…
Cat’s Curse by Kelley Heckart (Book Review #1636) – Review Tales
'Cat's Curse' is a paranormal historical romance. This is the first book of the trilogy. Set in Scotland, we witness a love story between a prince and a succubus, Aedan and Cardea. While they can't be together as the prince cannot touch anyone, and she needs to drink blood to stay alive, you are introduced…
Something from Nothing: A Historical World Without the History By Marie McCurdy – Review Tales
I always feel a pang of envy for historical fiction authors whose chosen setting is a time and place where people kept records. Thusnelda, my heroine and the real wife of the rebel Arminius is mentioned about four times in the historical record. Total. That was the beginning of the research black hole I faced:…
Carnival Songs by S.V. Brown (Book Review #1620) – Review Tales
‘Carnival Songs’ is a historical fiction set in Torrenceburg with, a complex town and much drama. From the beginning of the story, you immediately feel like sinking into it with a sense of waiting for something to go wrong. BUY NOW I wasn’t a big fan of the cover design and did not feel it…
Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters by Cynthia Neale (Book Review #1617) – Review Tales
'Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters' is a historical fiction about Catherine Montour and her life, filled with turmoil, perseverance, and bravery. It is a compelling story set in the mid-1700s when Catherine was young and expected to follow in her grandmother's footsteps as an interpreter for the British colonies. BUY NOW Throughout the book,…
Find Me In Time: Meeting Columbus by L.T. Caton (Book Review #1615) – Review Tales
'Find Me In Time: Meeting Columbus' is a historical fiction and a time travel adventure story. The drama begins when five friends find a magical tree that transports them back to 1492 and introduces them to Columbus, who has conquered the world and is claiming it for the Queen. BUY NOW Even though the book…
The Water at the End of the World by Michael Easterling (Book Review #1608) – Review Tales
‘The Water at the End of the World’ is a historical fiction about a rich and interesting world where Capac Inca, the emperor of Tahuantinsuyu, stops at the village of Qomermoya. At the same time, he is on his way to visit the dealing waters of Tambo Puquio. BUY NOW You then meet Yana Mayu,…
Alice in Condoland by Liz Bieler (Book Review #1606) – Review Tales
‘Alice in Condoland’ is a humorous fictional tale. It begins with Alice Miller and how she moves from New York to Florida and buys an ocean-facing condominium that is very beautiful. As she enters her new life with board meetings, she joins the sports Committee, which subsequently gets her involved with things she did not…
Jaguars and Other Game by Brynn Barineau (Book Review #1586) – Review Tales
‘Jaguars and Other Game’ is a historical fiction set in 1809 Brazil. The story begins with Maria and Isabel, who are two sisters and owners of a mule train that transports gold from the mines in Minas Gerais to the city port. BUY NOW Things change for the two sisters when a royal guard named…
War Torn By Jan Lloyd (Book Review #1495) – Review Tales
‘Warn Torn’ is a historical fiction taking you to World War II and begins with Frances Meyer, a violinist and her battle trying to flee France in 1942 with her husband. The scene after scene of her struggles facing so many obstacles, such as a shipwreck, you get to understand the realities of what this…
Give Me Shelter by David B. Seaburn (Book Review #1455) – Review Tales
'Give Me Shelter' is a historical thriller set in 1962 when the Cuban missile crisis threatened the world. The story revolves around Willie, Denny and their grandfather. He takes care of the children after their parents die in an accident. BUY NOW While I found the concept of the story to be novel, I also…
War Angel: Korea, 1950 by Mike Weedall (Book Review #1406) – Review Tales
‘War Angel’ is a historical novel dedicated to the nurses of the US armed forces who served in the Korean War, demonstrating bravery and strength. The book tells the story of these courageous women and their hardships. It also discusses how the Army would not accept men to serve as nurses. While the story had a…
The Lone Leopard by Sharifullah Dorani (Book Review #1404) – Review Tales
‘The Lone Leopard’ is a historical fiction set in 1992, beginning with Ahmad, a 15-year-old traditional Pashtun, and Frishta, a 16-year-old women’s rights activist who is well outspoken. BUY NOW They both meet in a very odd situation and soon becomes friends, but their conflicts of upbringing and differences in belief cause the drift between…
Empire Resurgent by Robert Bruton (Book Review #1359) – Review Tales
Empire Resurgent is a historical fiction set in 530 A.D. Emperor Justinian is the emperor of Rome. Still, General Belisarius wants to change a few things and how things are run. As he manoeuvres ways to achieve this goal, he finally finds a way that leans towards war. BUY NOW This is book one of…
THE LITTLE-KNOWN HEROES: FRANK EMI by Kaushay and Spencer Ford (Book Review #1219) – Review Tales
THE LITTLE-KNOWN HEROES: FRANK EMI is a story about a young Japanese American man having to move out of the country after taking over his father’s market business and running it for years. Frank and his family move into an internment camp and fight for their rights to stay in the country. They face many…
The Alabama Black McGruders by J.R. Rothstein (Book Review #1267) – Review Tales
The Alabama black McGruders is the story of Charles McGruder Sr 1829 – 1900-c), his father Ned (1795 – 1853-c), and his mother Mariah Magruder (1800 – 1880-c). Charles, the enslaved black grandson of a white slave owner, Ninian O. Magruder (1744 – 1803), was born in Alabama on the plantation of his white aunt,…
Wild World by Peter S. Rush Wild World (Book Review #1321) – Review Tales
Wild World by Peter S. Rush is a historical fiction set in the 1970s and is about Steve Logan, a college student, protesting the authority and the Vietnam war. His intentions are pure, and wanting peace is no crime, but when four students at Kent State University are killed by the National Guard troops, Steve understands…
The Order by John-Patrick Bayle (Book Review #1280) – Review Tales
The Order is a historical fiction set in 16th century France. Jan Vander Leuk, a young novice, realises that what he envisioned in joining the brotherhood isn’t all that he dreamed it was. He then has to change his way of thinking and go to the Holy Roman Empire to understand the truth about what…
The Discovery of Troy and its Lost History by Bernard Jones (Book Review #1236) – Review Tales
The discovery of Troy and its lost history is a nonfiction book focusing on the Trojan war. In this book, Historian Bernard Jones unearths the Lost History and the real city of Troy. He uses his experience providing precise information, cross-examining every single know fact, and providing comparative researched information from other scholars to execute his…
The Midwife’s Touch by Sue Harrison (Book Review #1323) – Review Tales
The midwife's touch is a historical fiction set in the Missouri Ozark Mountains, 1852-1873. It all begins with China Creed, a girl with the ability to grant wishes. Her gift needs to be kept a secret, but life is unpredictable, and the curse cannot be contained. Something you covet deep to the bone, But nothing…
Songbird by Gail Meath (Book Review #1224) – Review Tales
Songbird is a historical mystery and is book one of the Jax Diamond Mystery series. Jax Diamon Is a private detected and is investigating a playwright’s death. When Laura Graystone, a Broadway star, gets involved in the investigation, things take a turn for both of them, creating an exciting crime story. ★★★★ BUY NOW I…
A Wife for the Devil BY Shruti Rao (Book Review #1264) – Review Tales
A wife for the devil is a Victorian historical romance. The story begins with Elizabeth Lavoisier, a widow of 24 years of age and the illegitimate child of the Baron’s younger sister and an Indian soldier. She lives with her uncle, Baron Deverill. They aren’t very kind to her, and since she is penniless and…
Winter Pale by Marina Koulouri (Book Review #1317) – Review Tales
Winter Pale is a historical romance filled with plenty of drama, love, and above all, important decisions that impact Winter’s life. At the age of 20, from an outside perspective, you feel that she has it all. Living in Paris and being happy. However, Winter’s life has not been easy, and when the Nazis occupy…