Hi Everyone,
As you may know, Kristy Woodson Harvey is one of my all-time favorite authors.
Today, I am pleased to share with all of you the cover of her BRAND NEW BOOK!!! Make sure to add it to your 2020 wish list.
Enjoy,
~Ariesgrl
One month ago today, my heart shattered, when Jagger gained his Angel Wings. For the entire month of August, I did not read a single book. I had a difficult time working on the computer. He was always my lovely assistant. He would be in my lap, while I read, or at my feet, when I was at the desk. I didn’t realize how much my heart would hurt, just by trying to work on the computer or even simply read. I miss him more than words can express. I love Ozzy dearly, but he is not an assistant. He has need a lot of extra TLC and reassurance that somehow we will all get through this together. He pushes books and the laptop out of the way, he needs for the focus to be on him. And I have devoted every second to giving him all my love.
Which brings me to this week. Hurricane Dorian. Ozzy sensed the weather changes, before Dorian even reached the Florida coast. He was anxious, and had me quite scared that we were building into a seizure. Yesterday, Dorian came as close to our coast, without making landfall. Places I work, travel, or grew up calling my second home, took on a lot of water or are under it. Here though, where Mom, Ozzy, and I bunkered down. We are safe. Yesterday, Ozzy was the calmest he has been all month. (I even took two naps, which is huge, seeing as I haven’t slept in a month.) We are blessed.
In the chaos leading up to the storm, with everything shutting down, and his meds not being delivered, we found a new-to-us pharmacy that welcomed us with smiles, and complete understanding that the storm prep prevented his seizure meds from being delivered. I found a pharmacy to transfer all his scripts too, once the dusts settles next week. Today, the three us walked outside and were surrounded by butterflies, chirping birds and bright skies. We are blessed.
I, also, began to read during this hurrication (as some like to call it.) I finished my first book and it felt good. You see, today, was National Read a Book Day, so I spent a good portion finishing the book I started for this storm. Now, I read a heck of a lot slower than normal, but I still read an entire book! Whew. I am grateful to Jagger, who assisted us from above, during this stressful week, who kept his brother calm, and allowed my mind to read again.
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone, especially those in the Bahamas, who were affected by this slow-moving, devastating hurricane.
“Laughter and tears are both responses to frustration and exhaustion. I prefer to laugh, since there is less cleaning up to do afterward.”
~Kurt Vonnegut
I am always a firm believer that it is always best to find the positive and laugh, because what else are you going to do, under all of life’s stressors. I will admit, these last few years, I have had a heck of a lot of trouble seeing those positives and laughing about everything. I am working hard to refocus, because it has been long-proven that stress is just going to continue to build. Hopefully a few books this week shall distract, as well.
Hi Everyone,
Last week, my sweet, sweet Jagger gained his Angel Wings. As I returned to working on the computer this week, my heart is still unbelievably broken. Jagger has always been my lovely assistant. He would curl up under my desk, while I worked, or he would lay in my lap, while I read. I know he is assisting me, from up above, but I am still at a loss here on earth.
Ozzy and I will be attempting to read this weekend and I am sure that won’t be the same, either.
When you lose someone so dearly, even the simple things, like reading a book, are forever changed. It happened after Daddygran’s passing, when I went on a long hiatus, only to find a groove and my website crashed. Now that Jagger is by Daddygran’s side… I am trying to find my new path.
Rest in Peace, my sweet buttercup. You are loved beyond words.
Hi Everyone,
Thanks again to Diane Chamberlain and to all who participated in the giveaway! The winner is…
Hi Everyone,
I am really excited to share today’s post with you all. One of my favorite authors, Diane Chamberlain, is celebrating 30 years as a published author! When I read Necessary Lies years ago, she became one of my must-read authors. Today, I am thrilled to share my review of her latest novel, an interview, and a GIVEAWAY!!! Good luck to you all.
Enjoy!
~Ariesgrl
Dream Daughter
Carly recently lost her husband in the Vietnam War, but she looks forward to meeting their baby soon. When the doctor tells her that her unborn child has a fatal heart condition, Carly is beyond devastated. Her brother-in-law, Hunter, has always been quirky, but she loves him dearly. When he tells Carly there is a possibility that she could save her child, but it means doing the unthinkable and risking everything, Carly must make a difficult decision. How far is Carly willing to go, to save her daughter?
By: Charles Finch
(Charles Lennox #0.5)
Charles Lennox is trying his hand at being a detective. Not for money, but for the delight in using his talents to help others. However, when the Duke of Dorset calls upon him, he wonders if he may have chosen the right trade. Lennox knows that London has a dark side, but he is baffled by the missing portrait of the Dorset’s relative. Surely there were more important things for a thief to take, but as Lennox continues to press the details, he finds himself caught up in an intricate plot surrounding a decade’s old secret and… Shakespeare, himself!
Charles Finch has provided a fascinating mystery for fans of historical fiction and detective series. Both Shakespeare and Sherlock Holmes would be proud of all the twists and turns throughout this story. The Vanishing Man is a prequel to a well-established series that will have readers hooked by the first chapter. Historical London comes alive, in the pages, and readers will feel like they are walking the streets with Charles Lennox. Charles Finch is a definite must-read author!
Note:
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy, all opinions are my own.
This review was written for My Sister’s Books.
By: Henry Winker and Lin Oliver
(Hank Zipzer #3)
Hank Zipzer recently found out he has a learning disability, but he has always known that he isn’t good at school. Friendship on the other hand, is the most important thing. Hank and his two best friends make the Magik 3 and he has booked them a paying gig. In order to get Frankie on board, he promises to tape a televised movie. When his dyslexia causes him to mess up, Hank worries if his best friend will ever forgive him. He uses these tragic events for his science project, but thanks to his sister’s iguana, Hank finds himself in even more of a pickle. Will Hank be able to fix his friendship or will it be just as doomed as his school work?
Henry Winkler uses his own experiences growing up with dyslexia to stress the feeling of failure. He uses his famous wit and comedic timing to provide a book that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Readers will want to tag along with Hank and his friends on other crazy adventures!
Note:
This review was written for My Sister’s Books Bookstore.
(Pip Bartlett #2)
By: Jackson Pearce and Maggie Stiefvater
Pip loves all magical creatures, especially unicorns, so she is thrilled to help her aunt at the big weekend event. The Triple Trident Unicorn Competition attracts a large gathering of animals and people. When prized unicorns mysteriously show up with their tails cut, it is up to Pip and her friend, Tomas, to solve the crime! Will they be able to find the culprit or will their favorite unicorn disappear out of fear?
Hi Everyone,
Thanks to all who participated in the Lost Without a River giveaway! The winner is
