TWW's Book Review: The Comeback Christmas by Melinda Curtis (as a part of A Heartwarming Christmas Anthology: A Box Set of Sweet Holiday Romances)

I love everything Christmas. When I had the opportunity to read a story centered around a placed called Christmas Town, I jumped at the opportunity. Who wouldn't want to live in a place called Christmas Town? I know that it sounds kitschy, but for me, it brings a sense of comfort, warmth and peace. 

There is something so comfortable about the words "coming home" that when they are added to the words "Christmas Town" I simply just had to read this novella by Melinda Curtis. "The Comeback Christmas" is Novella 1 of Coming Home to Christmas Town, Book 1 of A Heartwarming Christmas Anthology.

I must say that  Melinda Curtis definitely delivered on the "heartwarming" part, but it wasn't just that comfortable feeling that drew me into the story. It was the stubbornness of the heroine, Chloe, and the unwavering nature of the hero, Ted. Two people who were meant to be together, yet circumstances and hurt feelings kept them apart for years. Given their individual situations, I knew it was only a matter of time before they would each look beyond their past to work together toward a future.

I loved the fact that Chloe had to reveal parts of herself to Ted that were really painful. By doing so, Ted had to put himself out there too. Even more comforting was the fact that Chloe and Ted had the support of their families. How often do we find that? In today's crazy world, I long for stories like these because they remind me that families are really what is important.   

"The Comeback Christmas" is the perfect start to what I suspect is going to be a fabulous series, and I can't wait to read more of this anthology! Rating: 

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TWW's Book Review: The House at Homecoming Cove by Ginny Baird

Many of my readers know that I love a good romance story. This was my first opportunity to read something from Ginny Baird and I was looking forward to The House at Homecoming Cove. While I only knew it was a part of her Romantic Ghost Stories Series, I did not know to what extent the "ghost story" would play into it.

The book had all the right components of one of the traditional love story themes. Girl runs away from a bad relationship, meets a boy and they fall in love. Throw in a beautiful house and landscape, add some strange happenings and you've got the recipe befitting of paranormal romance.

The story is written with exceptional detail, almost too much detail for me however. While it is important to set up the story, an excessive narrative can lose a reader. I found myself skipping over numerous passages. This is no way diminished the story in my eyes, but rather projected me to the important parts where the detail painted a picture so vivid and real that the scene jumped off the page and danced before my eyes.

I loved the fact that the heroine, Melissa, was artistic and creative, and the hero, Stone, was strong and sensitive. Clearly they are fated to be together, and the house holds the key that will seal their relationship. However, it did not take me long to realize that The House at Homecoming Cove shared similarities to three films of memory, "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir," "The Good Witch," and oddly enough, "Mystic Pizza." While I don't believe this was intentional, knowing the back stories within the latter two movies took away some of the "mystery" of this book and left me a little disappointed.

There are definitely some exciting moments in The House at Homecoming Cove, but you have to get through the detail to find them. The story's title is apropro as it is definitely a homecoming for both Melissa and Stone. I look forward to reading more stories from Ginny Baird. Rating: 

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TWW's Bool Review: After Paradise by Allie Boniface

For an avid reader such as myself, I am often left pondering the question "I wonder what happened to (fill in the blank here)?" It is in those moments when I just finish a book, I think about the ancillary characters who have left me with enough of an impact that I make up my own stories to finish what was left unsaid by the author. Lucky for me, Allie Boniface chose to write After Paradise to provide me an answer to my question.

For those of you who read Ms. Boniface's The Promise of Paradise, you would have met Jen, the best friend of Ashton. After Paradise provides what I would like to call "the rest of the story", and this time it is about Jen. It does not take long to finish, just a short 56-pages, and introduces several new characters including the geek, the insipid blonde, and Jen's brother Lucas (who would also make a great character for another story I might add, and I think Allie is already got that one in the works!) The novella is the exact length required to close the chapter for Jen and also comes complete with its own epilogue to wrap up the small details.

If you loved The Promise of Paradise, then you will love After Paradise even more. I really enjoyed reading the stories created by Allie Boniface because they remind me that even in the most unsuspecting situations, everything that is wonderful comes together in the end which is truly indicative of the classic romance novel. Do yourself a favor and read this one...you'll be happy you did! Rating:

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TWW's Book Review: Summer's Song by Allie Boniface

I am a die-hard romance genre reader. I can't get enough of them. As a teenager, I think I read every Harlequin Romance novel ever written! However, as an adult, I have prided myself on expanding my romance reading horizons by venturing outside of my normal comfort zone. Over the years, I have found some really great authors who specialize in contemporary romance, and whose stories are set in small towns around the United States. Author Allie Boniface fits this to a tee!

What makes Summer's Song particularly enjoyable is that this romance was wrapped in mystery and tied with intrigue! All the characters, including Damien and Summer, were developed to provide a story with a layered complexity that will keep the reader engaged until the last page of the book. Ms. Boniface did a great job pacing the story, and the way she unraveled the mystery was completely appropriate given the main character's circumstances.

As the mystery genre is not my first choice, nor my first love, I chose to slow down my normal reading pace and savor the story just a little in order to grab onto some of the more meatier details. For you mystery lovers who can't go to bed until the story is solved, then feel free to stay up all night because you won't be disappointed!

One of the things that I hoped this book would have had is an epilogue. I love seeing those to help wrap up some of the loose ends in the story. Sadly, since there was none, I will have to leave those up to my imagination. Additionally, with a plethora of characters, I envision at least two to three more full length novels that would be worth pursuing.

Summer's Song, by Allie Boniface should definitely be put on the "To Read List." Rating:

Please note that I was given this book by the author for an honest review.

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TWW's Book Review: Christmas Embrace by Emily Walters

Are we sure this is an original story? I swear I saw this as a Hallmark Movie on television last year. Wait! Yes, I did and the movie was called Snow Bride. Hmmm...

Seriously, with just a few small changes, Christmas Embrace by Emily Walters is almost exactly like Snow Bride. Since the movie was released in 2013 and this book has a publication date of 2015, I have to wonder. Despite the similarities, as a writer, I was attracted to it merely because the main character is a writer. Frankly, how could I not read this one? 

I had to really concentrate on this because I had the movie running through my head and the details of this kept getting mashed up between what I had seen in the film versus what was being read on the page. Fortunately for me this was a quick read, and unlike the movie, it had an interesting twist at the end to make reading through to the last page worth the effort.

I found it a little disappointing that the description of the book gave too much of the story away. The cover does not accurately represent the characters ages either. When reading Christmas Embrace, I got the impression that the characters were slightly older and more mature. The adults pictured appear a little too fresh-faced for me. 

It was nice to see the main character, Sarah Armstrong, grow a backbone. However, the other female characters are polar opposites. Mrs. Clouse is too much like Mrs. Clause, and Eva is pure evil. Interesting that the names are so close to the descriptions I have just given them. The brothers were predictable and since there was a dad in this versus the movie, I'll refrain from commenting. 

If you have not seen the movie, then this wouldn't be too bad of a read. However, if you have seen the movie then bypass the book. Rating:

 1/2

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TWW's Book Review: Without You - A Christmas Short Story by Adrianne James

As I continue on my Christmas short story reading, I came across this nine page read by Adrianne James. If there is one thing that Without You - A Christ Short Story has going for it, it would be the fact that it is definitely short. I wouldn't really classify this as a short story. It seems more like a chapter from a much larger book.

The two main characters, Logan and Serenity, clearly have a history together according to the thoughts of Logan. This tale is written from his perspective and it starts out with him on a plane flying home to her. It doesn't take long to find out that he is a military man through and through, and Serenity...well she is not cut out to be a military man's wife. Yet, Logan still thinks he is right no matter how Serenity feels. During his travel back to her, however, he meets a few people that slowly helps him to stop and really assess his situation. 

I believe that there is more to this then what was shared. Nine pages is really too short to get all the necessary details needed to make a story complete, even a short story. I had to go back and reread this a few times due to details that were not consistent. I feel Ms. James needs to go back, do a rewrite, and add more pages to this one. Rating: 

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TWW's Book Review: A Sandy's Seashell Shop Christmas: An Outer Banks E-short by Lisa Wingate

Do you believe in miracles? Do you believe in second chances? Do you believe opening your heart to new possibilities? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you need to read A Sandy's Seashell Shop Christmas: An Outer Banks E-short by Lisa Wingate.

It's Christmas Eve, and widow Tiff Riley has escaped to the seashore of her husband's childhood. Son Micah is so young and hasn't really experienced a real Christmas. Perhaps Santa has decided that it's time. Maybe it was Aaron's way of telling Tiff that it was okay for her to let go.

With a little help from Sandy' Seashell Shop, Christmas Eve won't be forgotten because there is hope for Tiff, otherwise why would Santa magically make sure that she and Micah found the true meaning of Christmas. 

This is small town living at it's finest. It is what we all want to feel not only at the holidays, but all year long. It really is a Christmas miracle. This is a heartwarming story and a must read to remind us what the holiday is all about.

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TWW's Book Review: Have Yourself a Curvy Little Christmas (A Perfect Fit Holiday Novella) by Sugar Jamison

Let me start by saying that titles are deceiving and "This is not what you think it is!" Meet Dina Gregory and her 10-month old son, Dash. They are on their way to confront her ex to own up to his responsibilities. As luck would have it, she finds his brother, Ben, instead. Gina speaks her mind and is not afraid to tell it like it is. Ben has been hiding from life and when he meets Gina, his whole world changes. 

I almost want to say that this is one of those "too good to be true" stories. I understand that this book is part of a series, but I don't think I am interested in the other books leading up to this one. Sometimes knowing just a little of the background is enough for me. While it does not happen often, in this case, Ms. Jamison provided enough background for both Ben and Gina to set up their meeting and draw them to each other.

I like strong women. I also like a little conflict. Have Yourself a Curvy Little Christmas provided both for me. I like the fact that Gina hesitated before making commitments, but was not deterred by Ben's inability to reveal the most painful part of his life. I also loved the elements of Christmas brought in to push Ben past his dark moments and reveal the true loving man that Gina saw all along. 

This is a novella, and slightly longer than a traditional short story so anyone can read this in a few hours. Perfect for those afternoon or evening reading sessions. Rating:

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TWW's Book Review: A Christmas Stamp (A Historical Christmas romantic short story) (O Little Town of Christmas Book 1) by Cynthia Hickey

A simple, sweet story about how a community comes together to create a postage stamp that represents their small town. Ms. Hickey does a great job representing what life was like in 1932 rural America.

I found it intriguing that we would see six characters whose lives would become intertwined by a simple mishap involving a bicycle. Can anyone say "Brilliant!" Lilly and Calvin, Lily's mom and the local doctor and Calvin's mom and the postmaster all seemed to have been succumb to unexpected love. 

This story is filled with lots of firsts:

1. Lilly and Calvin's first jobs;

2. Noel's first phone system;

3. Calvin and Lilly's moms first love after their first husbands; and many more that I will let the reader's spot.

Remembering that this is a short story about Noel, Missouri's desire to create a Christmas stamp that will put the quaint town on the map, I felt that Lilly and Calvin's story had plenty of time to develop, but I would have loved to see a bit more development of the other four characters. They all have wonderful personalities, but you only see a small hint of that in this 64 page turner. Overall, I loved the simplicity. A Christmas Stamp by Cynthia Hickey delivers on the holiday romance! Rating:

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TWW's Book Review: Her Christmas Bonus - Epilogue by Rain Danvers

For the naysayers, here is the rest of Sage and Terrance's story, and you lost out because you failed to read the entire e-book. If you had, you would have gotten exactly what you were asking for. Now I realize that this was split into two, but there is nothing wrong with that. These are short stories, not full blown novels. And the story... well I don't think it is far-fetched in the least because I know there are people out there that have experienced a similar situation as in Her Christmas Bonus and Her Christmas Bonus - Epilogue. Maybe not exactly the same, but similar none-the-less.

Ms. Danvers did a good job in wrapping up the loose ends to ensure that Sage made the right decision. It was thrilling to finally see her stand up and realize that things are not what they seem, and ultimately fight for her man. Clarisse, what a joke! Of course, now I won't be able to watch Rudolph anymore...nevertheless she is out of the picture.

I think it would be fun to see the rest of Sage and Terrance's journey. Perhaps Rain's readers could convince her to take both of the these short stories, Her Christmas Bonus and Her Christmas Bonus - Epilogue, fill in some of the gaps that the reviewers needed to know, and bring their romance to the next level. As for me, I have a pretty good imagination so I can make up my own story for these two any time I want. Isn't that what reading short stories are all about anyway...getting lost in a really good tale and then letting your imagination carry you away to a different ending, no matter what it might be. Rating: 

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TWW's Book Review: Her Christmas Bonus by Rain Danvers

Since the holidays are just around the corner, I thought I would continue on with my short story and holiday romance theme for those of you who love this time of year as much as I do. If you are looking for a quick read on a cold winter's night, then Her Christmas Bonus by Rain Danvers might be just the trick. 

There were really two things that initially drew me to the story. Firstly, the company where the main characters, Sage and Terrance, work at is located in Newport Beach, California. One of the offices for my company is also located in the same town, so it must be fate that I read this. Secondly, both Sage and Terrance end up in Phoenix, Arizona for Christmas. I spent six years living in the mountains of Arizona and enjoyed many weekends during the winter in that city. Now I had to read this!

Sage is an accomplished business woman but realizes that the one man she wants, Terrance, is not available for her because they work at the same company. However, fate in the form of technology brings them together. Throw in her mom and some well meaning friends and you have all the makings of a happily ever after. 

I am a little disappointed in some of the other reviews that I read complaining that Her Christmas Bonus was too short, and the story advanced too rapidly. Frankly, I get what they all meant, but this is a short story. How long did they expect it to be? Ms. Danvers is sharing a small portion of their story, not their entire relationship from the moment them met until they have children and beyond. I think the negative reviewers missed the boat and the epilogue! Perhaps it's not a five star read but it doesn't deserve a one star either, or in my case a "Palm Tree"! Rating:

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TWW's Book Review: How the In-Laws Wrecked Christmas, A Short Story by Fiona Gibson

For the most part, I love short stories because they are exactly that - a quick read one can start and finish on a lunch hour. I found this one while searching online for new books and found that not only was How the In-Laws Wrecked Christmas a novella by Fiona Gibson, but it also revolved around my favorite holiday season, Christmas. Without reading the reviews (I don't liked to be tainted by others opinions.), I picked up a copy and headed off to lunch.

The story centers around two characters, Ben and Anna, heading off for what Anna believes to be the "perfect" Christmas. Little does she know that how wrong she is going to be. Perhaps this is simply a case of opposites attracting, but I just don't see it. The more I read, it was plain to see that Ben and Anna did not belong together. Clearly they came from different worlds and it was never more apparent as soon as Anna stepped out of the car. 

As soon as I saw Ben evading Anna's questions, and ultimately hearing the disdain dripping from his mother's mouth, I felt this story was more about one man's desire to tell his well-to-do parents to "bugger off" as they say across the pond. Things progressively get worse and I was happy to see that Anna was not completely oblivious to the situation, and after one day realize that this is not the life she envisions for herself. 

Overall I think that Ms. Gibson would be better off going back to the drawing board and adding a bit more detail to fill in the gaps that are sorely needed in How the In-Laws Wrecked Christmas. I would have really liked to see a bit more development of the backstory regarding Anna's relationships. I think this would help the ending make sense and maybe alleviate the abruptness as well. Rating:

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TWW's Book Review: Charmed, I'm Sure (The Halloween LaVeau Series, Book 4) by Rose Pressey

It's hard to believe that book four of The Halloween LaVeau Series picks up only a few short weeks after Hallie's story began. She has a black cat named Pluto, an old house she inherited from her dead great-aunt, the Book of Mystics and comes from a long line of witches. She recently became the Leader of the Underworld and her magic abilities are not quite there, although she is learning quickly. Her mom owns Bewitching Baths and Potions and she can't cook to save her life. Good thing her friend Annabelle comes to her rescue often.

In Charmed, I'm Sure, Rose Pressey introduces a couple of new characters. This chapter finds Hallie under investigation by the national witch's board. Enter Charlie, who wants to hang around for a week or two, but doesn't really offer a whole lot of reason why. Clearly there is something up, but Hallie can't quite put her finger on it. To make matters more interesting and confusing, Hallie's Uncle Fitzgerald Flannigan arrives on her doorstep. He is definitely a character, but I will let you find that out for yourself. 

Things start to get really out of control at the town festival, so it's up to Hallie, her friends, mom and Uncle Fitz (who has a penchant for disappearing) to figure things out before the whole town is upset with her. 

I love the fact that Hallie is finally starting to get a little stronger and more confident in her abilities and in herself. She seems to really want to make things better and is developing the right instincts she needs to be a true leader. I really like strong women characters in the books I read and Hallie is shaping up to be one I'll enjoy reading about again and again. Rating:

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TWW's Book Review: Third Time's A Charm (The Halloween LaVeau Series Book 3) by Rose Pressey

Halloween LaVeau is back in the next installment of the series. This time she is being challenged as the rightful owner of the Book of Mystics and the leader of the underworld. Hmmm...not sure she wanted it in the first place, but now that she is, I'm pretty sure she'll do whatever it takes to keep the book and her new-found presence in the community.

The book picks up where the previous left off. And like before, I found that I couldn't put it down. As I turned each page, I hoped for a resolution, but felt Hallie's frustration as she sunk further into the mystery as to why she was being challenged yet again in so few weeks since she found the book her grandmother left her.

Of course, having two men vying for her attention who just so happen to be half brothers is not so bad. It does, however, make it difficult to solve the predicament she finds herself in again. She has to figure out what is going on soon and do it while still getting her magic skills up to speed as quickly as possible. 

I have to wonder though if she will ever be able to improve her magic. While initially her inadequacies were charming, after this third installment of the series, I would have hoped she would not have to stumble around so much. Overall, I liked the story, and as part of the series, it helps to continue on with the events that are happening. Hopefully the next book the readers will find Hallie more sure of herself and her abilities. Rating: 

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TWW's Book Review: Carole Singer's Christmas by Emily Harvale

I've been reading a collection of different British authors and have found for the most part, I like them, but sometimes the slang used in the stories is a bit much. I did not find that with the dialogue in Carole Singer's Christmas. I did notice, however, some of the traits of the characters were a bit over accentuated. Almost to the point of wishing I could jump inside the pages of the book and throttle someone. While admittedly frustrating, the desire to keep reading was just too overwhelming as I found myself not wanting to put the book down to see if Carole would do it for me.

When you are a romance reader like myself, you pretty much have seen it all. Carole Singer's Christmas by Emily Harvale took that concept to a whole other level. I am used to odd pairings, jilted lovers, right one but wrong time, triangle relationships and everything else you could think of, but one woman and three guys? A little hard to believe, even for me. 

I knew almost instantly where I wanted this book to go. Any woman in today's modern world would also feel the same way. I am glad to see that Ms. Harvale agreed. While inwardly, I would have kicked two of Carole's options to the curb instantly, it was nice to see Carole grow a backbone and come to the realization on her own. Overall I thought the story wasn't bad. I would have liked to see an epilogue to get a bit more closure with some of the ancillary characters. Rating:

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TWW's Book Review: The Promise of Paradise by Allie Boniface as part of the Summer on Main Street Box Set

I grew up on the outskirts of a small town. With not much to do, I spent a lot of time reading, mostly romance stories. The other thing I did was look out my window and create stories in my head about all the people who lived in town. So when I had the opportunity to read The Promise of Paradise by Allie Boniface (as part of the Summer on Main Street Box Set), about romance in a small town, I jumped at the chance to relive a favorite childhood memory.

One of six small town stories about love and romance, Ms, Boniface delivers everything that you would expect along with what I love more than anything, a strong female lead character. When I say strong, I mean someone who will stand up for herself no matter how much pressure she may feel from family or circumstances.

With a strong female lead, you need an equally capable counterpart; and thus we have Ash and Eddie, two complete opposites, but somehow they make it work when they end of sharing a home for the summer. The Promise of Paradise offers Ash the possibility of escape and Eddie the chance to get over something that has plagued him for years.

I really enjoyed watching Ash's story unfold and imagine a different life for herself. Despite her family troubles, she put herself out there and took a chance on something most people wouldn't dare to do. As for Eddie, well he really needed to stop dwelling on the past and give himself a wake up call. Sometimes, though, it takes a little longer to get there. And that is what makes this story...the getting there.

The Promise of Paradise by Allie Boniface is definitely worth the read. It's a fun summer story to sit back, relax and read on a lazy afternoon. If it is any indication of the rest of the stories in the Summer on Main Street series, then you need to rush out quickly and pick up a copy of this box set before the season is over. Rating: 

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TWW's Book Review: Book Boyfriends Cafe Summer Lovin' Anthology 2015

With Summer just around the corner, now is the time to find those books that will keep you busy all season long. Most of us will pick up several novels to keep us going through the long hot nights, but why not pick up the single book containing multiple stores? I have found the perfect selection with Book Boyfriends Cafe Summer Lovin' Anthology 2015, featuring 14 full length novels and novellas that I guarantee you won't want to put down.

This collective from Mel Curtis, Raine English, Donna Fasano, and 11 other award winning authors is not your every day predictable romance story anthology. While the cover indicates they are contemporary romances, I can assure you that once you start reading you won't want to put them down. These stories offer intrigue, mystery, and a whole lot of tension between the main characters that will make you sizzle.

All are so unique that you won't really find any story-line overlapping another. In fact, the best description I could give any of them would be "expect the unexpected." Keeping that thought in mind, you'll find yourself engaged from cover to cover and find it difficult to put your e-reader down just like I was.

I loved the fact that I got a chance to get reacquainted with some of my favorite authors, while enjoying the opportunity to be introduced to the new ones I found in Book Boyfriends Cafe Summer Lovin' Anthology 2015. As an avid reader, I am always looking to discover the works of new authors and I was not disappointed. I look forward to reading more of all of their work.

If you have any other books that have made it to the top of the list, I would set those aside, and settle yourself in for a series of captivating reads for the next several months. Do I have a favorite? Several, actually, but I will let you decide which ones are yours! Rating:

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