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review 2014-10-05 20:09
The Heart of Christmas
The Heart of Christmas (Whiskey Creek) - Brenda Novak

 

Title: The Heart of Christmas
Author: Brenda Novak
Publisher: Harlequin MIRA
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Series: (Whiskey Creek #7)
Rating: 5
Review:

"The Heart of Christmas" by Brenda Novak

Book Description:

"Just call her Christmas Eve…
Eve Harmon has always enjoyed Christmas, but this year it reminds her of everything she doesn't have. Almost all her friends are married now, and that's what Eve wants, too. Love. A husband and kids of her own. But the B and B she manages, and even Whiskey Creek, the small Gold Country town where she was born and raised, suddenly seem…confining.
Eve's worried that her future will simply be a reflection of her past. There's no one in the area she could even imagine as a husband until a handsome stranger comes to town. Eve's definitely attracted to him, and he seems to have the same reaction to her. But his darkly mysterious past could ruin Eve's happily ever after just when it finally seems within reach. And just when she's counting on the best Christmas of her life!"

What I liked about the novel.....

This was the seventh book of Whiskey Creek series by this author and it was a wonderful love story about Eve Harmon. It was definitely one of those read that you will find hard to put down until the end. I loved how this author kept the reader guessing and what a interesting ending. After being dumped now 35, not married with no children, feeling left out and leaves Eve feeling down then she meets a guy while celebrating her birthday. This story will take off after Eve ends up going to Sexy Sadie's getting drunk spending a night with the handsome guy she wasn't really sure who he was. However, what a birthday this was for Eve but just who was he? Now that turned out to be a little funny situation and I did laugh out loud! What will come of this after she finds out his real name and learning of his past. I love Eve's friends who rallied around her when it was needed. Will Eve be able to help him? This is where I say you will have to pick up "The Heart of Christmas" to see how this author will present this read with a little mystery, suspense and what was up with ghost Little Mary? Be ready for some drama with lots of emotions showed in this well written novel.

What I especially liked about the novel...

I love the character of Eve who was a very giving person along with some amazing supporting characters with strong and interesting friendships in this wonderful town of Whiskey Creek....many who were also in the other series. In the end I liked how this author was able to bring out the celebration through love, joy and laughter of the true meaning of "The Heart of Christmas" to its readers. If you are looking for a holiday read this festive Christmas setting would be the read for you that I would recommend.
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review 2014-06-20 16:26
A good book for folks wanting to learn more about whiskey
Drink More Whiskey!: Everything You Need to Know About Your New Favorite Drink - Daniel Yaffe

I have posted my full review of this excellent book on my blog, The Itinerant Librarian. Click the link above to check it out.

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review 2013-11-26 02:04
Take Me Home For Christmas
Take Me Home for Christmas - Brenda Novak

Title:  A Madaris Bride For Christmas
Author:  Brenda Jackson
Published: Harlequin Kimani Arabesque
Series: Madaris Family & Friends #19
Genre: Holiday, Romance

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Age Recommended: Adult
Rating: 5
Review:

"A Madaris Bride For Christmas" by Brenda Jackson was another one of this authors wonderful amazing reads.  This story was one of 'family, love, drama,romance and a suspenseful' all wrapped up into one.  Did Lee think that he could pick his bride without any help from Mama Laverne...well,  ha ha for that thought.  Mama Laverne who was quite the matchmaker in this Madaris family. She has been fixing up  her great grandchildren so why would Lee even think he could do this all by himself, but the children that were yet single thought the could find their own loves without Mama Laverne's help.   Lee thought he had it done just that... all by himself ...picking his own bride...Carly with there being a instant attraction from their first meeting...the kiss! By the time they met the second time Lee knew this was the woman for him. Would he be able to use this attraction for Carly to solve his problem with his great grandmother?   Now, this  will not be a smooth ride for Lee and Carly and you will see by putting up this well written novel and seeing for yourself.  Once you start it will be hard to put down until the end.  I found all the characters all so well developed and colorful giving the reader a awesome read.  I love how this author was able to bring in 'visiting old friends and family' into the read.  Be ready for lots of love, family drama, danger along with the adventure of it all in this good read.  "A Madaris Bride for Christmas" is one sweet fun  sweet read for the holiday Christmas season...however, it's a good read anytime.   So, if you are looking for a good read with lots of twist and turns along with some suspense then you have come to the right place.  Would I recommend "A Madaris Bride for Christmas?"  Yes, Yes, Yes!

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