Victorian Womanhood vs. the American Christian Church

Note: this post discusses sexual topics, largely surrounding how the Christian church treats women when it comes to both sexual sins and sex in general. If that’s not your cup of tea, this post may not be for you. In 2018, as a brave & bold 17-year-old, I wrote two posts: The Victorian Ideal vs. […]
Liberty vs. Anarchy: what is our freedom of choice?
Lately there’s been a lot of buzz about the United States government making vaccinations mandatory. As a conservative girl, I see a lot of social media posts along the lines of “They are taking our freedom of choice.” When I read that, my mind went to “pro choice.” Can’t the people who believe abortion is […]
The Old River Road by Ivy Rose
The Old River Road by Ivy Rose Long Lake Legacy, #1 When seventeen-year-old Clara Boutwell married her dashing coworker, William McDonald, she was convinced her life was near perfect. The journey before them as newlyweds in the great city of Chicago was promising and exciting. But a frightening disease soon takes William in its grip, […]
Beyond All Dreams by Elizabeth Camden
Hi, I’m back from camp, guys! Good to see you all again! *gives everyone hugs* What? After all that “truth or dare,” I’m basically fearless! I hug random people and sing for them and dance and lick trees! I AM AMAZING!!! Beyond All Dreams by Elizabeth Camden Anna O’Brien leads a predictable and quiet life as […]
The Mistress of Tall Acre by Laura Frantz
A short review for a busy, writing-filled day (or so I hope). And I know some of you find these reviews tedious … but … I ain’t making you read them! 😉 There’s a fun post coming tomorrow! I promise! I’m going to let you decide which character I interview tomorrow! (comment, please!) The Mistress […]
A Worthy Heart by Susan Anne Mason
A Worthy Heart by Susan Anne Mason Courage to Dream, #2 Can an Irish Lass with a Dream for America Find True Love? Maggie Montgomery’s long-held wish to see America is finally coming true. She’ll visit her beloved brother Rylan and his wife, Colleen, and at the same time, escape Neill Fitzgerald’s unwanted attention. In […]
Irish Meadows by Susan Anne Mason
I know I’m supposed to post reviews on Mondays … but I’m a little behind in my schedule with several reviews and an interview schedules, so I’m going to be posting this one today. Irish Meadows by Susan Anne Mason Courage to Dream, Book 1 Irish immigrant James O’Leary has spent his life building Irish […]