☕ Book Break ☕ | A Refuge Assured by Jocelyn Green

Vivienne Rivard is a successful lacemaker in Paris, with clients among the aristocracy. Until the French revolution forces her to flee for her life. She manages to escape to America where through tragic circumstances, becomes the fill-in caretaker for young Henry, who she suspects may be Louis Charles, the young king.

This was a captivating story. I loved all of the history. I would say it’s more American history than French history. It had plenty of intrigue, danger, complicated interpersonal relationships with numerous characters. I had no idea there had been a town named Asylum where people from the upper classes of French society came to be safe from the revolutionaries.

A bit of a love triangle. Vivienne had a complicated parentage, resulting in some complicated relationship issues she had to deal with. She suffered tragedy, betrayal, and loss, but also found love and support in places she didn’t expect. Lots of human interest and intrigue plus romance.

The subject matter piqued my curiosity and made me want to search for more books about the people who lived through the French revolution.

An entertaining read about a historical time period I should read more about.

Drop your recommendations for fiction set during the French Revolution below, please!

Cover Reveal of JOANN Apron Strings Book Five!

Things are getting real, y’all! Joann will be available for pre-order soon. I enjoyed writing this story set in the 1960s. Stay tuned for more about how the book came about, research, and other book related announcements!

Twenty-four-year-old Joann Kincaid’s life ambition is to one day run the family’s general store in Pecan Grove, Louisiana. It’s 1965 and the times may be a-changing, but Joann’s father is stubbornly hanging on to old-fashioned views about what he wants for his daughter. She’s just as determined to prove she’s a capable businesswoman.

In the past, she entertained romantic dreams alongside her vision for the store but discarded those notions when her high school sweetheart, Nathan, left for college. Now he’s back to reestablish his family’s farm—and a relationship with Joann. She still loves him but isn’t sure she can trust him.

As the conflict in Vietnam escalates, there’s a real possibility Nathan could be drafted. Should Joann pursue her lifelong dream to continue her family’s legacy? Or give Nathan a chance to prove he’ll be her true and committed love before it’s too late for them?

☕ Book Break ☕ | A Louisiana Christmas to Remember

How I loved this change of pace! I needed a sweet Christmas read. It was so much fun to read a Christmas story set in Louisiana. Each of the three stories were easy to read, and kept my interest. If you’re looking for sweet christian Christmas romance, this might be the one for you.

Even though the stories are standalones, I liked getting to see the different characters from different points of view. The three stories are seamlessly interwoven, with each author taking different characters in the small, central LA community. I felt like I knew them by the time I got to the end of the book. I wished I could’ve spent a little more time in this town!

Recommended for readers of inspirational romance.

☕ Book Break ☕ | Dear Henry, Love Edith by Becca Kinzer

Oh, this novel was super cute. Funny and sweet. A great contemporary. A light read. Lots of miscommunication and misunderstandings. Humorous. A sweet love story.

One of the characters was a bit over eager with the EpiPen but I found that amusing.

Cute
Fun Characters
Snappy Dialogue
Lots of Sitcom Moments
Sweet Romance

At times the fact that they never met face-to-face though they were living in the same house stretched believability a bit, but it was such a fun ride, I was happy to go along with it. Just a really fun read. Grab this one if you’re looking for something light. The heroine did have to make some life-changing decisions, so there were a few serious moments and character growth.
Recommended.