Set in Civil War Virginia, SHADES OF GRAY is a powerful tale of loyalty and the love of one’s country. Andrea Evans, a Union spy, disguises herself as a young boy to defend her country. She crosses paths with Captain Alexander Hunter, a Confederate officer. Hunter, unaware of her true identity, becomes obsessed with bringing down the young soldier that caused the deaths of several of his men. They meet again at the deathbed of Hunter’s brother, Daniel, a Union officer. Hunter promises his brother to protect Andrea at all costs. Andrea is captured by the Confederates and severely injured. Hunter, abiding by the promise he made his brother, takes her to his home to heal. Evans detests Hunter, but due to her injuries she is unable to leave Hunter’s home, Hawthorne. Despite their differing allegiances, both Hunter and Evans let down the wall surrounding their hearts, and fall in love. Civil war raging around them, they cannot deny the love they share, a love that transcends the battle lines.

SHADES OF GRAY is an amazing book full of historical detail. The reader is pulled into the raging war. I loved the characters—they were well developed and defined. I was pulled in from page one and was saddened when the story ended. I would highly recommend this book to any fan of historical fiction!

It’s the day every woman remembers—her wedding day.For Waverly Bryson, it’s a day she’ll never forget.Before she can even walk down the aisle, her fiancée calls off the wedding, claiming that they weren’t meant to be.Waverly’s life goes in a downward spiral.In addition to the breakup, she has a horrible relationship with her father, and her job in sports PR isn’t quite as exciting as it should be. But one thing Waverly is able to retain is her sense of humor.When times are bad, she writes “honey” notes to herself, putting a humorous spin on that particular situation. Example: “Life has its ups and downs, right? Honey, if you’re talking about my weight and my bank account the unfortunate answer is yes, in that order.“ Waverly’s “honey” turn out to be the key that opens to door to her success and happiness.

PERFECT ON PAPER is a hilarious and addictive book. I guarantee you won’t be able to put it down.Waverly’s character leaves you laughing so hard you cry! Waverly, and her close network of friends, are unforgettable and easy to relate to.Each chapter begins with a “honey” note.I jotted several down myself!PERFECT ON PAPER is definitely a book I would recommend!

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Corpus Christi is a quiet, wealthy community in Maine. It survived the fire of neighboring Bedford. A building full of chemicals was burned, along with most of Bedord. Dozens of people were killed by the fumes. Wildlife and vegetation was destroyed as well. A year later, the EPA declares Bedford safe. Lois Larkin, a third-grade schoolteacher, takes her class on a field trip to Bedford. Her students would love to explore the “ghost-town”. Instead, a evil once buried is revealed, and is spread like wildfire to all of Corpus Christi. Victims are transformed into hungry, violent creatures. Those that aren’t transformed die a horried and painful death. There appears to be no stopping this horrid plague. It’s hunger cannot be stifled, and it spreads beyond the confines of once tranquil Corpus Christi.

THE MISSING was an chilling tale from the beginning. Langan has great talent, very reminescent of Stephen King. Highly recommended to anyone seeking a good scare!!

Documentary producer Michael Burns and his team travel to remote Belize in an attempt to capture the “magic” of the last curandero (healer) on film. It is Burns hope to unearth some yet undiscovered medicinal property found native to the rain forest. He meets Kelly Montgomery, a ethnobotanist that is stationed in Belize with her husband. Burns is instantly drawn to her strength, her natural beauty. Burns and his crew discover that they have gotten themselves into more than they expected and soon find themselves in the middle of a local political battle.

THE FIVE LOST DAYS is a thrilling tale of ancient beliefs and local politics that will keep you begging for more.

Author’s website: www.thefivelostdays.com