Let’s go to: The Little Flower Shop by Lori Foster

#TheLittleFlowerShop #NetGalley

This is the second story to take place in a small town named Cemetery; I’m not sure about that name, but I am sure that this is an enjoyable read. This is the kind of book that readers come to knowing that they will get a dose of vicarious happiness by the end.

The main protagonists are Emily who is in her early 40s and a town bachelor named Saul. Emily runs a flower shop (a dream fantasy job for me), while Saul masters barbecuing.

As it turns out, Emily’s community wants more for her so they try to find “the one” for her. Will they succeed or will Emily find her own happy ending? Find out in this pretty delightful read.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for this title.

Now out: Fateful Words by Paige Shelton

Paige Shelton has penned many traditional mysteries. Her fans will be delighted with this new novel. I was sold from the beginning…Scotland, Books!

This adventure with Delaney was pretty delightful, even with the shenanigans. I enjoyed traveling around Edinburgh with her. There are mysterious business, missing persons, literary tours, and murder.

This is the eighth in a series. I want to go back and read any that I missed. You might too.

Many thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for this title. All opinions are my own.

Let’s Go: Quick and Easy Vegetarian Cooking for Beginners

Simple and Delicious Vegetarian Meals for Everyone

by Erin Alderson

#QuickandEasyVegetarianCookingforBeginners #NetGalley

This book will be welcomed by vegetarians, those who are not vegetarians but love good recipes and, those who like recipes that are easy to follow and yield good food. The author organizes the book by meals, appetizers and small plates, and desserts after a short introduction.

Some choices for breakfast include Morning Oats, Rye Waffles with Lemon and Blackberries, and an Herbed Omelet. For lunch try Grilled Polenta with Chickpeas and Ginger Chutney or Grilled Vegetable with Cheese and Hummus. An appetizer to try might be Traditional Hummus or Fresh Spring Rolls. Dinner options include Black Bean Enchiladas, Simple Stuffed Peppers and, Veggie Burgers, among others. And for dessert, maybe Vanilla Cupcakes, a Vanilla Bean and Pomegranate Custard Tart or a Whole Grain Bread Pudding.

The directions look easy to follow. There are also many delicious looking photos.

This title looks like a nice resource. Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 18 April 2023

Let’s Go: Quick and Easy Vegetarian Cooking for Beginners

Simple and Delicious Vegetarian Meals for Everyone

by Erin Alderson

#QuickandEasyVegetarianCookingforBeginners #NetGalley

This book will be welcomed by vegetarians, those who are not vegetarians but love good recipes and, those who like recipes that are easy to follow and yield good food. The author organizes the book by meals, appetizers and small plates, and desserts after a short introduction.

Some choices for breakfast include Morning Oats, Rye Waffles with Lemon and Blackberries, and an Herbed Omelet. For lunch try Grilled Polenta with Chickpeas and Ginger Chutney or Grilled Vegetable with Cheese and Hummus. An appetizer to try might be Traditional Hummus or Fresh Spring Rolls. Dinner options include Black Bean Enchiladas, Simple Stuffed Peppers and, Veggie Burgers, among others. And for dessert, maybe Vanilla Cupcakes, a Vanilla Bean and Pomegranate Custard Tart or a Whole Grain Bread Pudding.

The directions look easy to follow. There are also many delicious looking photos.

This title looks like a nice resource. Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 18 April 2023

What will transpire at: Independence Square by Martin Cruz Smith

It is hard to believe that Independence Square is the 10th Arkady Renko novel. Faithful (and new) readers of the series will enjoy this title that Publishers Weekly has given a well deserved star review. It is described by the publication as “stellar;” what more could a reader hope for?

Given the current state of the world, it is interesting to read a book that is set in Ukraine and to be there with Arkady. He is a good companion.

When the story opens, Arkady is, I think, a bit bored. Finally, something interesting comes along when he is asked to locate musician Karina. She is the daughter of a body builder who is a man doing some unsavory work. Karina, herself, is anti-Putin; what could be more dangerous?

The case takes Arkady to the Crimea and Ukraine. What will he find there? Will Karina be alive? And, how will Arkady cope as he faces a medical diagnosis? Oh, and some complications in his relationship too.

Note that Smith has been writing about Russia for quite a while. He knows whereof he speaks. He also has intimate knowledge of Arkady’s medical condition and writes movingly about this.

Those who enjoy spy fiction, good writing and good stories will want to pick up this title. Many thanks to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 09 May 2023

The Best Debut Crime Novels of the Month — CrimeReads

The CrimeReads editors select the month’s best debut novels in crime, mystery, and thrillers.  * Nick Medina, Sisters of a Lost Nation (Berkley) Nick Medina’s debut is told from the perspective of Anna Horn, a young Native girl who works at her town’s local casino and starts to notice a pattern when it comes to the…

The Best Debut Crime Novels of the Month — CrimeReads