I've Got Your Number by Sophie Kinsella - Audible version

I've Got Your Number

by Sophie Kinsella

Audible version

 

Sophie Kinsella was a new author for me. I have looked at her

books for years. My maiden name is Kinsella. But for one reason

or another, her books kept getting pushed back in the list.

 

She was recently suggested to me again by Lorelei's Lit Lair.

A book blog out in cyberspace. Now I must thank her.

This book was wonderful.

 

Poppy Wyatt has the craziest, most unpredictable life.

She has gotten engaged and is wearing a wonderful family

heirloom with an emerald on her finger.

Well, she was wearing earlier today. Now, she is just on

a mad chase, up, down and all around, looking for it.

 

 

Your life will never be the same once you find yourself

attached to Poppy Wyatt. I believe every person would

find this to be true. Now, Sam Roxton is learning it.

He is fighting it. But losing at every turn.
Doesn't he understand she cannot be without a phone??

 

The narrator is Jayne Entwistle. Jayne did a fabulous job.

I felt like I was right along on every crazy chase. Looking at

my phone occasionally to see if I had a text. Feeling like I am

part of the story.

 

I recommend I've Got Your Number for anyone that enjoys

audio books. It's long, 13 1/2 hours. So you certainly get

your moneys worth. You will not be bored for one second.

I found myself hiding to listen so I would not be interrupted.

I did not want to stop the crazy fun.

Everyone will enjoy Poppy and her adventure.
And I will be looking for another audio book from

Sophie Kinsella with Jayne Entwistle.

 

 

I bought my audio copy from Audible.com

Review by Lisa Hutson



Susan's Review of The Trouble with Dukes by Grace Burrowes

Hamish MacHugh is not amused. A Scotsman, he has inherited an English dukedom and is now the Duke of Murdoch. His family is thrilled to be in London while he is planning to retreat to Scotland as soon as possible. Hamish was a strong, confident soldier but, he's not comfortable in London society, he views the soirees and balls as skirmishes and battles. Hamish needs to figure out how to appease his sisters and brother, who are enjoying the shopping and social events, and learn how to navigate London social scene without being ambushed.

Hamish and Megan Windham’s first meeting is exquisitely written. In the first few pages of The Trouble With Dukes, the author does a fabulous job introducing Hamish and Megan and Ms. Burrowes carefully crafts  the connection that Sir Fletcher Pilkington has to both of them. The plot threads between these three characters connect and cross over as the well-paced, compelling romance unfolds. Through the characters of Hamish and Sir Fletcher, Ms. Burrowes subtly explores the life and death experiences of haunted soldiers, returning warriors adapting to a changing world and the ways that a man’s true personality emerges in times of stress or in battle.

I loved the dancing scenes when a frowning Hamish twirled Megan around forgetting to smile or to talk with her. It took him awhile to figure out that Megan enjoyed dancing and dancing with him! The romance that develops between the fierce Scottish warrior and the intelligent, charming Windham cousin is endearing and very, very passionate. Hamish and Megan recognized each other’s strengths and weaknesses and support each other. They saw the best in each other!

The Windham cousins are featured in the novel as well. I loved reading about the Duke of Mooreland again (Percy is one of my favorite GB characters) and enjoyed his matchmaking. Loved that Hamish had nicknames for all of the Windham relations – it added a lot of fun to the story. Ms. Burrowes has created a fabulous villain and connects this person to several of the characters in the book who have no idea of his true character. The novel’s conclusion was deftly written and holds several surprises for the reader. The author stays true to her characters and that makes for a satisfying read!

 
Reviewed By Susan Gorman
Book provided by the author 

Edited by Brian McGee (member of Celeste's pack)
Photo of Celeste by Susan Gorman
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Hidden Figures

Hidden Figures

Movie Review

 

 

I love going to the movies. I especially love

going to see movies telling a true story.

The only thing that makes it all the better

than a true story at the movies is when the

true story is about brave people that have

made America great. The brave from the

military, first responders, scientists.....

And then, you have this story......

 

 

Three brilliant, strong, amazing women.

The men that supported them.

Loved them. And were in awe of them.

The courage, patience and humility that they

showed made the NASA center strong enough

to put America in front of the race for space.

They helped to make America great.

 

What a day for Octavia Spencer!! I was

sitting there waiting to see a movie she is in.

Then I got to see two trailers for future movies

with her! Gifted. The Shack. They both look

fabulous!! I have them both on my list of

movies not to miss.  

 

PS.....There is a sweet wonderful

romantic story too.

 

Review by Lisa Hutson