Judith Ashley is the author of The Sacred Women's Circle series, romantic fiction that honors spiritual traditions that nurture the soul.
These days with digital books on e-readers it’s more
difficult to share a favorite read with others. But with the upswing in
e-readers and digital publishing more books are available at lower prices
(usually) than paperbacks.
Although I didn’t get much writing done in April
(several blog posts for a couple of thousand words), I did get Lots of reading
in. Here are my recommendations for great summer reads.
Courtney Pierce’s “The Executrix”
entertained me on my flight to and from Arizona. Much easier for me to read
‘paper’ than digital on the plane. Having been an executor of an estate (or
two) before, I will admit my challenges were different (brothers rather than
sisters) and no mobsters or manuscripts. Ms. Pierce blends mystery and humor
into an entertaining read. “Indigo Lake”,
Book Two in this series is available now.
Vivienne Lorret’s The Wallflower
series as well as her Rakes of Fallow
Hall series kept me sitting in the chair with my feet up, sipping either
tea or ice water (I was in Arizona at the time). Ms. Lorret’s characters came
alive and I was especially pleased to see them reappear in each book of the
series. Not just in a brief sentence or two mention somewhere along the way but
as integral to the current story-line.
Christy Carlyle’s first two books in her Accidental Heirs series (One Scandalous Kiss, One Tempting Proposal) with Avon were also on my Kobo. (The third book in the series is now available). Having read Ms. Carlyle’s Whitechapel
series as well as several of her short stories, I was familiar with her writing
style. She did not disappoint.
Also on my Kobo are several anthologies. I love to
read anthologies if there is an author I know because I assure myself of at
least one story I’d love. However, I’ve met several new-to-me authors. Both Collette Cameron and Bronwen Evans had stories in at least
one of the anthologies I’ve read or am reading. Once Upon A True Love's Kiss and Passionate Promises.
Paty Jager is another author whose books I enjoy. I particularly
loved her Spirit Trilogy because of
the Nez Perce spirituality. I’ve also read her Halsey Brothers series as well as her mysteries. Isabella Mumphry and Shandra Higheagle stories are well-crafted with just the right
amount of suspense for me.
Looking at the list of Genre-istas whose books I’ve
enjoyed in the past, I don’t want to forget Margaret Tanner who writes Australian historical romance among
other genres and M.L. (Matt) Buchman
who writes contemporary romance. Matt’s post on his newest release “Flash of Fire”
will certainly be on my Kobo soon!
And last but not least, check out my Sacred Women’s
Circle series either on my website or my author page at Windtree Press.
Thank you for all the great recommendations, Judith! I'm adding them to my Pinterest Tto-be-read board (Books I Might Read). My problem is finding the time to read. Guess I need a trip to Arizona (or somewhere!)
ReplyDeleteThe trip to AZ sure helped but I was not as healthy as I'd like to be while I was there. I'm making sure I've some reading time each day now. Not so much television and more books in hand.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you enjoyed The Executrix. The second book is wild ride. The draft of the final book in the trilogy will be done by summer. And with all these other recommendations, my summer reading
ReplyDeleteschedule is stoked!
While I'm still reading, my pace has slowed a bit, Courtney. I'm looking forward to "Indigo Lake". Do you have a title for #3?
ReplyDeleteThank you for some good recommends. I have so many books I want to read, but find I spend more time reading for research than pleasure.
ReplyDeleteHonored to be among such a talented group of authors. I can't wait to read your recommendations.
ReplyDeleteGreat blog post, Judith! Normally I like to read most books as paper backs. I do pass them on to my 90 year old mom, who also reads them and then some go to my Aunt Jean who is 92, and some are given to others. this is a good way to introduce people to a new author they've never bought. I also read on my Nook, usually at the gym while riding the exercise bike.:))
ReplyDeletePaty, your books have brought me hours of enjoyment. Hopefully something I've recommended, in addition to yours, does the same for you.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Marcia
ReplyDeleteDiana, I read both paper and digital. Just started Maggie Jamieson's "Undertones". It's on my Kobo - almost read everything I downloaded before I headed to AZ and Desert Dreams. I also pass my paper copies on to friends, donate to RCTW for prizes at chapter meetings or sometimes take them to Powells or Jan's for in store credit. Win-Win either way.
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