Last of the Summer Vines

By Romy Sommer. I fell in love with Tuscany while reading this book. From the first page, I felt as though I was right there in Italy with Sarah Wells, tasting the wines, sampling the pasta and pastries, and experiencing everything else that life at the small vineyard near Montalcino had to offer. When her … More Last of the Summer Vines

Coffee on Mondays

As Marianne strode toward Miss Dottie’s room, she passed the rooms of other residents. Next to each suite number, two shelves displayed mementos of the occupant’s life—wedding photos, figurines, and signs with cheerful slogans. Several doors were open, and Marianne peered in as she ambled by to see what others kept when they downsized their … More Coffee on Mondays

The True Love Bookshop

By Annie Rains. When I started reading this book, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Widowed store owner Tess Lane harbored a grudge against River Harrison, which became crystal clear when he staggered into Lakeside Books. She insisted he leave—after all, he had tried (unsuccessfully) to stop her wedding to his best friend Jared Lane … More The True Love Bookshop

The Hating Game

By Sally Thorne. Everyone hates playing games at the office. Or do they? Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman are executive assistants who share the tenth-floor executive suite. They spend their entire workday sitting across from one another. It shouldn’t be a problem, right? But there is a slight glitch in their work environment. They’re total … More The Hating Game

It Starts With Us

By Colleen Hoover. I first fell in love with Lily and Atlas in Colleen Hoover’s book, It Ends With Us. When the second part of their story was published, I had to read it. It’s been two years since Lily and Atlas last spoke. As Lily runs her flower shop and Atlas manages two restaurants, … More It Starts With Us

It Ends With Us

By Colleen Hoover. Lily meets and falls in love with Ryle Kincaid, a charming and successful neurosurgeon. However, as their relationship deepens, Lily discovers Ryle has a dark past that he has been hiding from her. Despite her reservations about getting involved with someone like Ryle, Lily can’t help but be drawn to him, and … More It Ends With Us