Monthly Archives: December 2015

Merchant of Alyss (Thomas Locke) – Review

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

  “It came to Hyam like a scent carried on a war-torn wind. But there was no hint of breeze within the city walls. Nor did he actually smell anything. But he knew it nonetheless, the electric potency of a … Continue reading →

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Thoughts to Live By

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

Your thought for today comes from Captain Meda from Thomas Locke’s soon-to-be-released Merchant of Alyss: “There are few actions that bring greater satisfaction than knowing the right choice and taking it.” http://tlocke.com/legends-of-the-realm/merchant-of-alyss/ Free sample chapter from MERCHANT OF ALYSS by … Continue reading →

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Now THIS is romance!

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

I know, I know.  It’s actually fantasy, but it is also a romance in the oldest sense of the term.  It is the story of a hero and his quest; a quest that carries both personal and universal significance. I’m talking … Continue reading →

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Renovating the Richardsons (Virginia Smith) – Review

Posted on December 13, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

       She extended a hand toward Frieda. “I’m Tuesday Love.”      Frieda’s arm halted in the act of rising, but she recovered quickly. “Tuesday Love. What an interesting name. I’m Frieda Devall.”      “And I’m Millie Richadson.” Mille stepped forward to shake … Continue reading →

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Close to You (Kara Isaac) – Review

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

  Publisher’s Description A disgraced scholar running from her past and an entrepreneur chasing his future find themselves thrown together—and fall in love—on a Tolkien tour of New Zealand. Allison Shire (yes, like where the Hobbits live) is a disgraced … Continue reading →

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Word painting

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with adjectives, but here’s a good one to add to your vocabulary: ignominious (adj) – deserving or causing public disgrace or shame It even sounds like you’re looking down your nose at … Continue reading →

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One Enchanted Christmas (Melissa Tagg) – Review

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

         “Aren’t there electric sanders that can make jobs like this go a lot faster?” He placed the paper against the wood and started rubbing. “Yeah, but it’s not nearly as relaxing.” “Relaxing, huh? You might need to prove … Continue reading →

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SALE! Cathy Gohlke’s ‘Promise Me This’

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

Looking for an historical romance read?  Love Edwardian/Titanic era stories? On sale this month from Tyndale Publishers: Australian Kindle buyers click here. Publisher’s Overview: Michael Dunnagan was never supposed to sail on the Titanic, nor would he have survived if … Continue reading →

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Close to Perfection

Posted on December 7, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

You may have seen this book being spruiked around the place recently.  I have, and everything about it piqued my interest – from the cover to the storyline.  Needless to say, I jumped at the chance to review it. I … Continue reading →

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Calico Spy (Margaret Brownley) – Review

Posted on December 7, 2015 by Fiction Aficionado

  I like the premise of this series, each book following a female undercover operative for the Pinkerton Detective Agency, especially since the concept has its basis in actual history (I was a bit skeptical at first and actually looked … Continue reading →

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