Black 'n' Gold Girl's Book Spot

Anchor in the Storm Waves of Freedom, Book 2 by Sarah Sundin Copyright 2016 Revell Books ISBN: 9780800723439 The Story: One Plucky Female Pharmacist + One High-Society Naval Officer = Romance--and Danger For plucky Lillian Avery, America's entry into World War Ii means a chance to prove herself as a pharmacist in Boston. The challenges of her new job energize her. But society boy Ensign Archer Vandenberg's attentions only annoy--even if he is her brother's best friend. During the darkest days of the war, Arch's destroyer hunts German U-boats in vain as the submarines sink dozens of merchant ships along the East Coast. Still shaken by battles at sea, Arch notices his men also struggle with their nerves--and with drowsiness. Could there be a link to the large prescriptions for sedatives Lillian has filled? The two work together to answer that question, but can Arch ever earn Lillian's trust and affection? Sarah Sundin brings World War Ii to life, offe...

Ughhhh...you guys. 2017 you say? Why are we talking about 2017 already when 2016 is only half through?! Well, one word -- books!!!!! There's nothing I look forward to more than a good book from my favorite author, and two of my very favorite writers (as in most of their books are on my keeper shelf) are releasing new books right around the same time. Party time for Renee!! Laura Frantz's A Moonbow Night is publishing from Revell in January 2017... From Amazon : On the vast, uncharted Kentucky frontier of the 1770s, Temperance Tucker has learned to be fleet of foot, accurate with her rifle, and silent about the past. But her family secrets complicate her growing attraction to a handsome Virginia land surveyor with a harsh history of his own. Will the hurts and hardships of the past prevent them from a fulfilling future? Read more about the book on Laura's website . Pre-order a copy . ...and the final installment in Sandra Byrd's Daughters of Hamp...

The Ringmaster's Wife by Kristy Cambron Copyright 2016 Thomas Nelson Publishers ISBN: 9780718041540 The Story: An ounce of courage.  A leap of faith.  Together, they propel two young women to chase a new life—one that’s reimagined from what they might have become.  In turn-of-the-century America, a young girl dreams of a world that stretches beyond the confines of a quiet life on the family farm. With little more than her wit and a cigar box of treasures, Mable steps away from all she knows, seeking the limitless marvels of the Chicago World’s Fair. There, a chance encounter triggers her destiny—a life with a famed showman by the name of John Ringling. A quarter of a century later, Lady Rosamund Easling boards a ship to America as a last adventure before her arranged marriage. There, the twenties are roaring, and the rich and famous gather at opulent, Gatsby-esque parties. The Jazz Age has arrived, and with it, the golden era of the American circus, whose...

Usually, I'm here posting reviews for books I love or a snapshot of my furry family, but sometimes I just have to share products I think everyone will enjoy. As you may know, I'm a member of the Influenster review community and I get to test some of the newest health and beauty products first. You may not know that I love bright, colorful things and love to change up the look of my toes and fingernails with some nail polish. I do however hate the process of removing chipped lacquer -- especially glitter. It. Is. A. Struggle. And the odor of the traditional dollar store polish remover is enough to give anyone a headache. Thankfully, there's a new option from Cutex. Cutex Advanced Revival Nail Polish Remover felt pads are a great beauty "hack". One little individually wrapped pad is pre-soaked in remover and oils that nourish your nails. The packaging notes that it will do ten nails, but each time I've used a pad, I've been able to do all ten finger...

Scent of Danger Part of the Smoke and Mirrors  anthology by Alexa Verde Order the ebook today! The Story: To find her missing sister, small-town cop Maya Hutchinson risks her life by posing as her glamorous twin. Under escalating attacks, Maya has to accept protection from dashing senator's son Connor McNamara. Cop turned PI, Connor McNamara has his own secret mission and is forced to choose between family loyalty and love. When the scent of danger draws near, will Connor and Maya survive long enough to forgive and accept each other? Get a copy of Smoke and Mirrors featuring Scent of Danger today! My Thoughts: I'm not the world's biggest novella fan. I like my books to be thick and juicy, but occasionally I do break from my norm and pick up a short story or novella to read when I'm pressed for time or just want to unwind before bed. The Smoke and Mirrors collection is a volume of 8 novellas to satisfy those who crave romantic suspense. I'v...

A Daughter's Dream by Shelley Shepard Gray Avon Inspire ISBN: 9780062337818 The Story: A young teacher and farmer discover they have much in common, especially when it comes to healing old wounds from the past . . . and finding love in one another. Rebecca Kinsinger has always dreamed of being a teacher. But when she’s given the opportunity she’s been waiting for at Charm Amish School, she’s dismayed to discover that teaching is hard work—work she’s afraid she’s not very good at. That is, until Lilly Yoder joins the class. A thirteen-year old who’s just lost her parents, Lilly is in need of someone like Rebecca. For the first time since starting her new job, Rebecca feels a sense of purpose. But when she meets Lilly’s uncle, Jacob, his good looks and sweet, easy-going temperament are hard to ignore. How can she even entertain romantic thoughts of Jacob when his niece is her student? Suddenly becoming Lily’s sole caregiver, Jacob Yoder never thought he’d be a single paren...