This book gives you a fictional account of Hollywood glamour. Or is it? I absolutely loved it and could not put it down. Evelyn made it to movie stardThis book gives you a fictional account of Hollywood glamour. Or is it? I absolutely loved it and could not put it down. Evelyn made it to movie stardom at a very young age and relied on her beauty and envious body to get what she wanted. She tells her life story to journalist Monique, who Evelyn specifically chose to write her memoir. We also get the story of Monique. This is a story about the true love of her life which was kept secret to prevent scandal, and the people in her life that kept her secret. As you get to know her, she’s actually not a good person but still quite intriguing. Evelyn portrays her story- the good, bad and ugly in such great detail with honesty and tells of the sacrifices she’s made. It’s also heartbreaking at times. Reed did such a good job with her research and ties everything up in the end with a nice bow for us....more
What a truly enjoyable book this is. I read Next year in Havana last year and loved it. This story takes place in 1935 in Key West, Florida leading upWhat a truly enjoyable book this is. I read Next year in Havana last year and loved it. This story takes place in 1935 in Key West, Florida leading up to one of the most devastating hurricanes in history. The story is told through the eyes of three different women whose lives collide unexpectedly. This all takes place in a time in history that I was so unfamiliar with and learning about it was an added bonus. It’s a love story packed with danger, suspense and surprises....more
I was mesmerized by this beautifully written book about the lives of three women whose paths come together in South Carolina in the 1920’s. I can honeI was mesmerized by this beautifully written book about the lives of three women whose paths come together in South Carolina in the 1920’s. I can honestly say that this is one of the best books I’ve read this year, and I read about 2-3 books a week. I didn’t want it to end, and I’ll probable read this one again....more
Loved this story of passionate love and the passion for flying. This historical fiction is told by Janey Everett, a war photojournalist who is obsesseLoved this story of passionate love and the passion for flying. This historical fiction is told by Janey Everett, a war photojournalist who is obsessed with the mystery surrounding the life and death of Sam Mallory and the disappearance of his presumed lover Irene Foster, both legendary aviators. Janey finds Irene in Hanalei, HI with the intention of writing a Biography of Sam. The story takes us to past and present and many discoveries unfold during this working relationship between Janey and Irene. This story is about love, betrayal, loss, and told very well. This is only the second book by Beatriz Williams that I’ve read, but will surely seek out her other books....more
Such a gripping story of family secrets and the devastation that drug addiction brings to it. Sisters Lexi and Annie couldn’t be more different as theSuch a gripping story of family secrets and the devastation that drug addiction brings to it. Sisters Lexi and Annie couldn’t be more different as they reconnect after Annie, a drug addict begs her sister Lexi, a doctor for help. She’s pregnant and a user. In Alabama, if a pregnant mother tests positive for drugs, her child can be taken away from her. We get a glimpse of the sister’s strict upbringing in a Religious sect, Annie’s addiction and the effect on her baby, and the strained relationship between the sisters. This story had me emotional by the end as secrets of Annie’s addiction unfolds through her journal writings....more
4 1/2 stars.... This story gets right into it from the start. It grabbed me right away and kept me engaged the entire time. Lots of books are written 4 1/2 stars.... This story gets right into it from the start. It grabbed me right away and kept me engaged the entire time. Lots of books are written about sisters, but this is by far my favorite. It goes back and forth between Kit and Josie, past and present as they unravel bits and pieces of their past. It’s a fantastic book about self discovery. Other than the father, the men described in this book seem a little too good to be true, but that doesn’t take away from the fact that this is a well written book. The description of New Zealand was absolutely magical. Have tissues handy....more
I really enjoyed reading this book. It had me on the edge of my seat with nervous anticipation. The protagonist found her inner strength to flee with I really enjoyed reading this book. It had me on the edge of my seat with nervous anticipation. The protagonist found her inner strength to flee with her son from the Cartels in Mexico, to save their lives. A little predictable ending but the story of their migration is gripping....more
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