Carolyn Harper

This YA fantasy novel blends mermaids with mythology. Overall, it is a delightful tale, though it drags at times. For me, it’s a bonus that it’s centered in Africa; the culture and mysticism is richly embodied in this tale.

This novel, based on the life of midwife Martha Ballard, grabs the reader from the very beginning and doesn’t let loose until the last page is turned (including the author’s notes at the end). Ariel Lawhon’s writing is captivating. Well-written and based on real events in Ballard’s life (though condensed into one season of the river’s freezing), this book is a delightful read. Set shortly after the Constitution of the US was written. Highly recommend.

This is a fun novel! All the twists and turns of a thriller which involves the US Supreme Court and a lot of medical research made it a good read. It took me a while to get into it and I think some of the characters would benefit from greater development, but I am definitely interested in reading more Avery Keene novels.

A fun read about a group of amateur sleuths in a retirement community who make friends of suspects, partner with the local police, and solve a murder along the way. Fun dialogue among great personalities.

This woman’s life is remarkable, especially considering all she has survived. It’s not an easy read in that the impact that a cancer diagnosis at 22 is devastating to her and her loved ones, but the book is well-written and brutally honest.