Where Fiction and Reality Meet
We're so pleased to welcome author Michael Holloway Perronne to TNA today. Michael's joining us to chat about his book Gardens of Hope, the story of two men who find themselves torn apart by World War II. Welcome, Michael! We Can't Afford to Let History Repeat Itself I have something to admit that doesn’t make me... Continue Reading →
Title: Winter Duet (Echoes Rising: Book Two) Author: Anne Barwell Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 224 Pages Category: Historical, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: An in-depth plot, in-depth characterizations, and just a riveting story that’s not over yet. I’m certainly looking forward to the next book in the series. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Germany 1944 Hunted for... Continue Reading →
Title: Undertow (Whyborne & Griffin: Book 8.5) Author: Jordan L. Hawk Publisher: Self-Published Length: 90 Pages Category: Fantasy, Paranormal, Historical, F/F At a Glance: What a treat this novella was. These ninety pages pack a punch. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Note: This novella takes place at the same time as events in Fallow (Whyborne &... Continue Reading →
Title: Cursus Honorum Author: Diana Jean Publisher: Less Than Three Press Length: 106 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Though not for everyone, this was an enjoyable historical read for me. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Returning to Rome war torn and weary, all Marius wants is to relax and be left alone. Instead he is dragged right... Continue Reading →
About the Book Release Date: March 1, 2016 Genre: Transgender Romance Length: 80 Pages Published By: Liv Rancourt Pre-order Links: Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo | More Stores Add to Goodreads Blurb: Preacher always said New Orleans was a den of sin, so of course Clarabelle had to see for herself… Momma says a body... Continue Reading →
Title: The Christmas Wager Author: Jamie Fessenden Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 149 Pages Category: Holiday Romance, Historical At a Glance: All in all, The Christmas Wager is a sweet Christmas tale that many will enjoy year after year—worthy of a reread despite a few fantastical moments. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: To discharge a debt to... Continue Reading →
Please help us welcome author Elin Gregory to TNA today. She's dropped by to help us celebrate our 5 Year Blogiversary, and she's offering a giveaway of her fantastic historical spy thriller, Eleventh Hour. Welcome, Elin! Many thanks to Lisa for inviting me to take part in this fantastic celebration of The Novel Approach, one... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Charlie Cochrane today with an interview on the tour for her new story collection, Wild Bells. Q: Hi Charlie. What historical period do you write in? Charlie: I guess I’m most well known for writing in the period either side of world war one, but I do have several... Continue Reading →
Title: Wild Bells: The Shade on a Fine Day & The Angel in the Window Author: Charlie Cochrane Publisher: Self-Published Length: 110 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: Fans of Charlie Cochrane should be elated by Wild Bells, I know I was, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to her long-time readers or... Continue Reading →
Title: Stronghold (All for Love: Book Three) Authors: Nicki Bennett and Ariel Tachna Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 270 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: In my opinion, Stronghold is by far the best love story in the All for Love series. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: “Are you surprised that strength is drawn to strength?”... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Alex Beecroft today on the tour for her latest novel, Labyrinth. Enjoy Alex's guest post and then be sure to check out the giveaway details below. Welcome, Alex! Why on earth, when faced with all human history, did I choose to write about the Ancient Minoans? Historical novellas, as... Continue Reading →
Title: Murmuration Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 324 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Historical At a Glance: I can’t say enough about how fantastic this book is, how amazing the writing is, or how much I think you should go read it. Like, now. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: In the small mountain town of Amorea,... Continue Reading →
Title: Hexmaker (Hexworld: Book Two) Author: Jordan L. Hawk Publisher: Self-Published Length: 216 Pages (Kindle) Category: Historical, Fantasy At a Glance: There is so much to love in this story. Every Jordan L. Hawk book I pick up brings about a singularly amazing and memorable reading experience. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: A straight-laced policeman. A... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author Michael Jensen today to chat a bit about the upcoming release of his novel Man & Beast, book one in the Savage Land series. And be sure to pay close attention to the details on how you can get a free copy of the book. Welcome, Michael! I can’t... Continue Reading →
I’m delighted to be here at The Novel Approach to tell you a little about my new novella Strokes on a Canvas. It’s a historical romance set in 1920s London, and as in many of my stories, it brings together characters from different parts of British society. Evan is a bank clerk who has come... Continue Reading →
Title: Delaney and the Autumn Masque (Victorian Holiday Hearts: Book Four) Authors: Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon Publisher: Self-Published Length: 75 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: The writing duo of Dee and Devon deliver another sweet historical romance in the Victorian Holiday Hearts series. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Delaney, former pickpocket and now... Continue Reading →
About the Book Publisher: Self-Published Release Date: 4 October 2016 Length: 28k Words Category: Historical Romance Heat Level: High Pre-Order Link: Amazon Blurb: When Jaime takes to the sea, it's not for money or for pleasure: it's for revenge. Leaving his peaceful life on land behind is the only step he can take when his... Continue Reading →
Title: The Soldier’s Scoundrel Author: Cat Sebastian Publisher: Avon Impulse Length: 213 Pages (Kindle) Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys historical romances, romances where there is a status difference between characters, or for those who enjoy a light mystery. The book is a great blend of all... Continue Reading →
Title: A Summer Pursuit Author: Jules Radcliffe Publisher: Loose Id Length: 242 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: A very sweet and steamy romance with likeable characters and little angst. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: New York City, 1853. Jake Huntington is a notorious womanizer, plunging blithely into one liaison after another, with no intention of... Continue Reading →
About the Book Series: Hexworld Release Date: 14 October 2016 Other Books in the Series: The 13th Hex (Book 0.5) || Hexbreaker (Book 1) Hexmaker Pre-Order Links: Amazon || Kobo || ARe || Smashwords Category: Historical, Paranormal Blurb: A straight-laced policeman. A lighthearted thief. A murdered millionaire. Fox shifter Malachi steals for one of the biggest... Continue Reading →
Title: February and December (Dominus Calendar: Book One) Author: JP Kenwood Publisher: Self-Published Length: 92 Pages (Kindle) Category: Historical, Erotica At a Glance: Loving the Dominus series the way I do, February and December was a welcome between novels treat. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: As a lifelong passion continues to fade, another love deepens… two... Continue Reading →
Title: Devil’s Paw Author: Dale Chase Publisher: JMS Books Length: 58 Pages Category: Historical, Western At a Glance: Dale Chase spins a gritty, erotic, nineteenth century western in Devil’s Paw. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Lloyd Lasky is a seasoned operative for the Whitlock Detective Agency in Denver that often infiltrates outlaw gangs in order to... Continue Reading →
Title: Eleventh Hour Author: Elin Gregory Publisher: Manifold Press Length: 195 Pages (Kindle) Category: Historical, Mystery/Thriller At a Glance: Gregory displays a deft hand at crafting historical espionage with a classic touch, which is then enhanced by the touching romance. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Borrowed from the Secret Intelligence Service cipher department to assist Briers... Continue Reading →
Lisa: Please join us in welcoming author Amy Stilgenbauer to The Novel Approach today, on the tour for her new novel, Sideshow. Amy has opened up her recipe box and is sharing one of her favorite dishes with you. Hi Amy, thank so much for stopping by to chat with us. Let’s start off by... Continue Reading →
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