Mr. Darcy, Vampyre (book)

Mr. Darcy, Vampyre by Amanda Grange is a different, yet amusing take on Pride & Prejudice.

Product Description: "Mr. Darcy, Vampyre starts where Pride and Prejudice ends and introduces a dark family curse so perfectly that the result is a delightfully thrilling, spine-chilling, breathtaking read. A dark, poignant and visionary continuation of Austen's beloved story, this tale is full of danger, darkness and immortal love. "

My Personal Review: This book was full of suspense, in that we the readers know that Darcy is a vampyre, but it does take some time before Elizabeth figures it out. I read it in 4 days and found it an enjoyable read. If you are too hung up on Jane Austen's version of Elizabeth and Darcy, you may not like this book as much, but for me, I like seeing different sides of the same story!

Genre: Historical Romance Goth

Simple Gifts (book)

Simple Gifts by Lori Copeland is an inspirational novel set in modern times.

Product Description: "When Marlene Queens has to go home to Missouri to settle her aunt's estate, she only plans to stay for a week. She never intends to run into her childhood sweetheart, get drawn back into the life of the town or risk revealing the secret that she's kept for years. "

My Personal Review: This book was about discoveries of the heart, lessons learned, love, forgiveness and healing. Although there were times I wanted to scream at the main character as she dug herself deeper in misery by perpetuating a lie, in the end, she makes the right choice and it is a pleasant reminder of how healing forgiveness can be.

Genre: Modern Fiction Inspirational Romance

The Courtship of Cade Kolby (book)

The Courtship of Cade Kolby (published in 1997) by Lori Copeland is the secular version of her new book A Kiss for Cade (The Western Sky Series) due to be released in January.

Lori Copeland is my current author of choice, so when I saw this book at the library, I picked it up. What I did not realize at the time, was this book was not from the Christian Fiction genre like her other books that I have read. Although God and church are discussed, foul language and somewhat graphic intimate scenes are also written into the story.

Product Description: "Cade Kolby is trouble and Zoe Bradshaw knows it. But she still feels the fire they once shared - before Cade left her and their one-horse Kansas town to become the most feared bounty hunter in the territory. Now Zoe needs him to deal with his late sister's orphaned children. So she sends him a message. . .and Cade Kolby comes home. The local townsfolk know what's best for their returning hero and the lady he once left behind - even if Cade and Zoe don't. And any subterfuge their meddling neighbors can devise is fair game-as long as it reunites two reluctant lovers. . .and four adorable imps who desperately need a daddy. "

My Personal Review: I liked this book so much that I will happily pick up a copy of the new book to read when it comes out!

Genre: Secular Historical Western Romance Fiction