Category Archives: Historical Fiction

Review: The Deep by Alma Katsu

Posted on March 2, 2020 by Jenn

Leave it to Katsu to turn an already terrifying historical series of events to something even more sinister and horrific! I’ve long been obsessed with the events that led to the sinking of the Titanic, so when I learned of the premise … Continue reading →

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Review: City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert

Posted on June 10, 2019 by Jenn

Those who know me well know that I typically hold out on reading titles people are raving about, if only to have the ability to make my own opinion without the influence of others. That said, the moment I read … Continue reading →

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Review: Once a Midwife by Patricia Harman

Posted on January 15, 2019 by Jenn

I adored reuniting with Patience. I’ve come to love her character and her stories of delivering the children of Hope River. This particular novel had vastly more influence from the outside world than previous titles in the series. I mourned … Continue reading →

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Review: The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter by Hazel Gaynor

Posted on October 22, 2018 by Jenn

If this isn’t a page-turner, I don’t know what is! I devoured this in one sitting, instantly captivated by the strong, hard-headed female characters who both seemed to be ahead of their time when it came to the role of … Continue reading →

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Review: November Road by Lou Berney

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Jenn

I wasn’t sure what I was getting into when I agreed to review this title. At first glance, it’s not something I would normally read, despite being a huge fan of crime fiction. That said, I’d heard nothing but praise … Continue reading →

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Review: The Women in the Castle by Jessica Shattuck

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Jenn

What an incredibly remarkable and moving novel. Shattuck revealed a bit of history completely unknown to me, and I suspect, many others. She weaves rich historical detail with well developed characters, making the setting and the emotions the characters experienced … Continue reading →

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Review: The Night Mark by Tiffany Reisz

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Jenn

I discovered Reisz’s work last year, reading her novel The Bourbon Thief. When I read the premise of this most recent title, as well as the setting, I knew I had to read it. Reisz excels at crafting characters and … Continue reading →

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Review: The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Jenn

This is, by far, my favorite novel written by Lisa See. It has a level of feeling that is so intense, so heart-wrenchingly beautiful, that I am actually mourning its conclusion. See has captured the connection between a mother and … Continue reading →

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Audio book Review: Echo by Pam Muñoz Ryan

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Jenn

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Review: Yesternight by Cat Winters

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Jenn

Now this is my type of read. Rich in history, steeped in uber-creepiness, this was quite the perfect October read! Winters crafted a brilliant story filled to the brim with scenes that left me with goosebumps. I have this thing … Continue reading →