The Shore by Sara Taylor

July 9th, 2015 Kimberly Review 49 Comments

9th Jul
The Shore by Sara Taylor

As a reader, I am sure you often wonder what draws another reader to a particular book. Is it the cover or perhaps the synopsis? I was drawn to The Shore for a number of reasons. If I am being honest, MacLeod Andrews name listed as a narrator first piqued my interest. Do you do that? The second thing that spoke to me was the setting, as I am very familiar with the shores along the Chesapeake Bay. The Shore is a collective of stories and perspectives that both intrigued and frustrated me.

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Her Sister’s Shoes by Ashley Farley

June 24th, 2015 Kimberly Review 57 Comments

24th Jun
Her Sister’s Shoes by Ashley Farley

Her Sister’s Shoes by Ashley Farley set in South Carolina’s Lowcountry, introduces us to the Sweeney sisters, their families and a world of trouble. It explores the power of healing and the strength of family. Farley mixed in a little suspense, mystery and a budding romance as we get to know Faith, Sam, Jackie and their mother Lovie.

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Suddenly One Summer by Julie James

June 12th, 2015 Kimberly Review 68 Comments

12th Jun
Suddenly One Summer by Julie James

Suddenly One Sumner by Julie James is a delicious beach read with depth and characters you will embrace. This was my first James’ novel and while this is a standalone, the hero Ford first appeared in one of her FBI/US Attorney novels. I must admit to being curious. Filled with banter, sexy time and wrapped in heartwarming side stories it is easy to see why Julie James is a favorite

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A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler

April 24th, 2015 Kimberly Review 56 Comments

24th Apr
A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler

A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler takes us into the lives of the Whitshanks from the 1920’s to present day giving us glimpses into their daily lives, beginnings, frustrations and life’s ever changing cycles. Humorous, poignant and complex Tyler brought this family to life sharing the complexity of family life.

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Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

September 19th, 2014 Kimberly Review 65 Comments

19th Sep
Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty narrated by Caroline Lee was an audiobook I simply devoured. Moriarty takes us into suburbia, parenting, playground politics and shares with us what happens behind the closed doors of several families homes. It was a captivating mystery leading up to a school function that had the police questioning everyone. Riveting, funny, sad, and thought-provoking Big Little Lies held me spellbound.

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Painted From Memories by Barbara Forte Abate

August 27th, 2014 Kimberly Review 62 Comments

27th Aug
Painted From Memories by Barbara Forte Abate

I am not a fan of the cover, despite the fact that after reading Painted From Memories, I see how it fits. Do not let it distract you because beneath this plain Jane cover lies a beautiful literary fiction. Barbara Forte Abate shares an interesting tale with two quirky, artistic types set in the small rural town of Lost River, Maine. Painted From Memories is a gripping tale with several threads that had me lost within its pages.

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The Blue-Ribbon Jalapeno Society Jubilee by Carolyn Brown

March 12th, 2013 Kimberly Review 27 Comments

12th Mar
The Blue-Ribbon Jalapeno Society Jubilee by Carolyn Brown

Carolyn Brown is most known for her contemporary western romances and I was excited to try The Blue-Ribbon Jalapeno Society Jubilee her first venture into woman’s fiction. Brown delivered a humorous tale about four women living in Cadillac, Texas. This was a quick, quirky and enjoyable character driven tale about life in a small town renowned for growing the hottest jalapeños.

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