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Search Results for: lucinda riley

Lucinda Riley’s is a House Worth Entering

November 15, 2012 by Allison Hiltz 9 Comments

orchid house

As an avid Kate Morton fan, I was thrilled to discover an author that was rumored to be similar in style. While I had previously heard the name Lucinda Riley, it wasn't until this comparison was made that I took the time to find out what books she had written. Even then, I was wary. Morton has a way of weaving rich tales without leaving any loose ends (an amazing feat given … [Read more...]

‘Last Camellia’ is Lackluster

November 4, 2013 by Allison Hiltz 10 Comments

The Last Camellia by Sarah Jio

The last week has been absolutely crazy thanks to two papers and a whole lot of coffee. My brain was on overload and then, thankfully, I received some book mail from Rebecca @ Love at First Book. She has an uncanny ability to always send me just what I need when I need it and The Last Camellia by Sarah Jio was no exception. A combination of light and fluffy but with an actual … [Read more...]

The Girl on the Cliff Disappoints

December 22, 2012 by Allison Hiltz 4 Comments

The Girl on the Cliff by Lucinda Riley

I recently discovered Lucinda Riley and read her debut book, The Orchid House (review here), which I absolutely adored. Despite its shortcomings in the second half, the intricate storyline placed it near the top of my list for best books of 2012. Naturally, I was ecstatic when I bought her second, The Girl on the Cliff and was looking forward to another equally-captivating … [Read more...]

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 # | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z AAlbom, Mitch - The First Phone Call From Heaven (TLC Book Tours) Allende, Isabel - Ripper (TLC Book Tours) Angelou, Maya - Mom & Me & Mom Ansay, A. Manette - Vinegar Hill Arnold, Elizabeth Joy - Book of SecretsBack to topBBanks, … [Read more...]

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