Tag: Contemporary Romance

Apr 10
Book Review, Fun Facts, Reading

A Story Within the Story

There’s something special about reading a novel by an author you feel you already “know”… before you’ve read one of their books. Whether it’s through “meeting” them via their newsletter, receiving recommendations from friends and authors or following them on social media, It’s amazing how you can relate to a relative stranger through the snippets […]

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Mar 26
Author, Book Review, Family Life, Reading

Four Romance Reads with Plenty of Feels

Some people call reading their superpower. For me, it’s a joy I prefer not to live without. This year has been a super-busy season, but I’ve still tried to carve out time to read. Instead of long, immersive stretches, I’ve indulged in shorter bursts here and there. Yes, I’ve read less and probably won’t hit […]

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Mar 12
Book Review, Reading

In the Wright Place at the Wrong Time

Back in March 2025, I shared my thoughts on the first four books in Robin Patchen’s The Wright Heroes of Maine series. When I published my post, I was halfway through the fifth book, Protecting You, and was certain of one thing: I loved this series. If you missed my earlier post, please read it […]

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Jan 30
Book Review, Reading

Five Rom-Coms, One Big Smile

Reading books by an author whose voice you already know and enjoy, not just on the page but through their newsletters and interactions with readers, is a special thing. I’ve subscribed to Liwen Y Ho’s newsletter for several years, and she has a wonderful way of blending humour, everyday life, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into her […]

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Jan 1
Author, Book Review, Fun Facts, Reading

Betting on the Best Friend

Happy New Year! There’s something quite satisfying about starting a new year by finishing a series you’ve read across several years as the books have released. Back in March 2023, I reviewed Betting on the Boy Next Door, the first book in Melanie Jacobson’s Betting on Love series, so it feels especially fitting to begin […]

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Dec 19
Book Review, Fun Facts, Reading

Not Exactly Mr Darcy (and Exactly My Kind of Read)

There’s something special about discovering a new series from an author you already trust. When that series is inspired by Pride and Prejudice, written by one of your favourite Aussie authors, and infused with faith, history, and heart… well, it’s guaranteed to land on my happy-reading list. Not Exactly Mr Darcy by Carolyn Miller is […]

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