One Wrong Turn at a Time by Jan Heidrich Rice

One Wrong Turn at a Time: How We Navigated Fifty States, Forty-Five Years & One Marriage by Jan Heidrich-Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book reminded me of my friend, who got married to her longtime boyfriend, They decided to quit their jobs and go for a new beginning. In their old car, they travelled 21 US states staying in motels and eating subs and delis for about three weeks.
One Wrong Move at a time comprises of such impromptu unplanned messed up moments, where the author and her husband set forth on an adventure in their old crammed up car, which has already seen many miles, with old maps and end up in multiple detours and goof ups.
It’s a light hearted read with lot of hilarious moments and a lot of wisdom about marriage coupled with flashbacks.
I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to everyone.


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The Duke's dream by GioVanna Siniscalchi

The Duke's Dream by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a pretty interesting book which deftly weaves historic backdrop of Napolean wars into a steamy romance tale. Helene is a ballet dancer, who wants to make big on the stage. She is also an active member in the French revolution. William is a duke whose political aspirations are pledged to the ruling regime and he intends to become the prime minister. William has been haunted by a nymph in his dreams. The nymph is a spitting image of Helene. As attraction soars, the political ideology comes as a barrier between them. It is a battle between their career aspirations and their attraction.
The tale is filled with political intrigue, the restrictions imposed in the Napolean era and the societal norms which prevent free flow of thoughts. I learnt a lot about the aristocratic era through this book. I enjoyed it very much.


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The Banished Prince by L.E.Towne

The Banished Prince by L.E. Towne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book navigates through complexities of fantasy world, Fae politics, loveless marriages and assassinations lurking around in every corner. Having banished from Fae world for two decades, Theo had settled and found love in the mortal realm. When his elder brother refuses regency, he is forced to go back to the Fae realm which is on the brink of ruin. With civil unrest, schemes with in the council and facing a powerful enemy, Theo finds himself in the midst of a loveless marriage alliance. His love from the mortal world, Isabelle follows him to the Fae realm and she has to face the brunt of this complex maze as an outsider.
This was an interesting read. We know how power politics works and this book brings it to the limelight. I enjoyed it and would like to read more from this author.


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A Dress the Color of the Sky by Jennifer Irwin

A Dress the Color of the Sky by Jennifer Irwin
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is not a very pleasant book, there are certain harsh realities in this world and people deal with it as per their own persona. The book is about a woman who is a sex addict and how she seeks help in the rehab to get out of it, and the cure is well embedded in her past and upbringing. Getting to the cause of the issue helps her overcome it. I get the message the author is trying to pass through this book and I hope it reaches the right audience.

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The Game is Afoot : A Shadow Holmes and Watson Mystery by David Raymond

The Game Is Afoot: A Shadow Holmes and Watson Mystery by David Raymond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book came with big names and big expectations. Shadow Holmes is the great granddaughter of Mycroft Holmes, Sherlock Holmes’s brother. One day, she discovers that her father works for a British Spy Agency, the Bee, which is poisoned by the evil Jane Moriarty.
Enter Watson, the mind reading dog and the twist takes another turn. Shadow along with Watson, now are on the case and the action begins.
This book was such a light hearted enjoyable read. I really loved it.


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The importance of being Roxie by Cori Cooper

The Importance of Being Roxie by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a poignant story about a high school kid who suddenly has a realization that she has thrown away most of her high school years and now wants to make a name of our own.
In this angst, she takes up a lot more on her plate than she could afford and lands into trouble.
Roxie is a very relatable character; anyone who is parenting a teen can relate to the angst one way or the another. The pressure to perform, the ups and downs of high school life hits her and how she tries to navigate it forms the crux of the story. I loved Roxie and would definitely look for more from this author.


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The Amaranth Charter

The Amaranth Charter: A Novelette by Nathaniel hc Kim
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was a different kind of a read, I have watched movies like this before, and am familiar of such romances from mythology. Reincarnation tales and love spanning multiple lives is a very endearing concept in India.
The story revolves around the Fishing Charter Boat captain Joshua and a mysterious young woman Elena who books a charter with him for three days and three nights. Though initially awkward, after few conversations, Joshua begins to realize that there is a deeper connection. Elena finally reveals a mystery to Joshua which makes him believe in reincarnation and fate. A destined romance, they begin to feel like they have known each other for long. I really enjoyed this book.


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If Shapes Could Eat by Rella B

If Shapes Could Eat: A fun rhyming story encouraging a healthy relationship with food and trying new things. by Rella B.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a very clever book which introduces the dual concepts of shapes and also the dietary food, textures and taste to the kids in a very fun way. It’s a very delightful read which blends both shapes and food habits together. I really enjoyed it.

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What we Give Away : By Paulette Stout

What We Give Away: A Delicious Standalone Novel by Paulette Stout
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book took me by surprise. I loved it ! A romance with a formidable central theme, body shaming. We all can relate to this ,one way or another. Leslie is a fearless journalist and she has lived most of her life following a strict diet regime. The love of her life happens to be her ex, Risto, an upcoming star chef and owner of a Puerto Rican restaurant. He loves to live life to the fullest, and does not bother to watch his weight. When fate throws them together again, Leslie has to decide whether to tread the path of self-discovery and true love or rise to fame doing her job well.
I simply loved this book. Hope there are more such sensible love stories !


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Escape to the South Land by T.J.Beach

Escape to the South Land by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a small town romance novel with a suspense element added to it. Libby dreams of starting a normal life with her daughter Georgia in a new town in Owatura, New Zealand. But when a detective is on her tail and her past is about to be discovered, she has to decide whether she has to stand firm or run again.It is a quick read with a good storyline and keeps the reader hooked till the end. I enjoyed the book.


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