The Swan Garden tells the story of a young woman who survives a brutal assault and rape, gives birth in a mother-baby home, and the abuse she receives in a Magdalene Laundry. After finding a way to escape, she attempts to create a life for herself, but never forgets who was taken from her and why. … Read more
In her thirteenth life, Aven has settled into the now witchcraft-friendly Salem where she has found true happiness and friendship, maybe even love. Despite her contentment, the truth of Aven’s existence haunts her. When she dies, her Spirit is forced from the Veil to live again in the body of a stranger. Does the elusive … Read more
The Gospel According To Prissy is a fascinating story populated with memorable characters. We have three Army veteran misfits, a college dropout, and unmotivated high school graduate accused of murder, a controversial warden of a women’s prison, a little girl with the gift of prophesy. Lara Kruger, 31, invites them into her life after suffering a … Read more
Crystal Rose, a 17-year-old high school junior, and her younger brother were abandoned by their drug-addicted mother fifteen years ago in an Alaskan Native village, an event which Crystal resented for years. However, when she learns that her mother was raped in high school, Crystal declares war against a society which reduces girls to their … Read more
Emma Moorcroft is still grieving after a late miscarriage and moves to her dream house at Thruscross Reservoir with her husband, Dave. Both Emma and Dave hope that moving into their new home signifies a fresh start, but life is not that simple. Emma has nightmares about the reservoir and the drowned village that lies … Read more
De Vine Tours’ two-week walking trip through New Zealand wine country is billed as a trip of a lifetime: sumptuous food, great wine, fabulous scenery, easy walks, and wonderful homestay accommodation. For Lindsey McIntyre, writer and illustrator, the tour seems like a recipe for success. She will be able to sketch, research for her new … Read more
Life in the rural town of New Boston, New Hampshire is closing in on reclusive librarian Isabella Martini. At forty-nine, Isabella has never learned how to let go of the sadness that has shrouded her since the death of her parents, nor the pain of the betrayal of her fiancé. On the brink of yet … Read more