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Author update

June 9, 2021 maethornLeave a comment

It’s been a while since I’ve done an update on my progress as an author. Let me start by saying how thankful I am for all the love and support I’ve received over the last few years.

Gray cat sitting on arm and preventing writer from using laptop. — Church refusing to let me write

I’m currently writing my 6th book which is the second in a new series. I now have three series. Two are in progress.

My first series, I have 3 books written. They will go out on submission soon. They take place during the American Revolution and follow 3 different women in their quest for love

My second series has one book written, and it is on submission and looking for a home (fingers crossed). This series is during the Regency in Yorkshire. It’s about a group of witches and how they manage their abilities. In my typical fashion, they are also love stories

My third series is in progress. I have one book written in need of edits and the one I’m writing. This series is different fairytale retellings. The first is Snow White and the second Cinderella. I haven’t decided on a third, but I’m thinking of doing something different.

I may have to go back and write more in the second series soon. I have a plan for 2 more books with potential for more.

In any case, I’m hard at work building my platform and backlist. This whole process has been like a dream for me, and I’m excited to see where it goes.

Book review: Reset by Sarina Dahlan

June 6, 2021 maethornLeave a comment

Reset by Sarina Dahlan is the best book I’ve read this year. It’s beautifully written and has some interesting insight.

It started off slow for me, but when it got around 30% I couldn’t put it down.

The characters were complex. I especially loved Benja.

The parts about music were interesting and thought provoking.

The whole concept of Reset made me wonder if I don’t value my time. If I had only 4 years, would I make the same choices? Would I find the same people?

A part of me loved the ending, but I wish there was more of it. I want to know what happens after. Yet, sequels could end up wrecking the book’s ending.
I can’t wait to see what other stories the author has to tell.

Book Review: An Engagement Of Sorts by Alene Wecker

May 15, 2021May 15, 2021 maethornLeave a comment

I found this ARC on Netgallery for a review.
I really enjoyed this book. It’s a slow burn romance with some great humor.

I didn’t think I would like Anne or Thomas, but both of them stole my heart. Their romance was sweet and it made my heart warm.

I love that it is all told in Anne’s point of view. That’s my favorite kind of romance. It keeps you guessing about what the man is thinking. She shows nice development over the course of the narrative.

The back of the book tells you what is fact and what is fiction. It’s interesting the author chose to write about some of her own ancestors. The author paid special attention to the historical details, and you can see the research that went into this.

The story and the humor reminded me of Georgette Heyer, which may be why I loved it so much.

I couldn’t put this book down! After I read it I looked up the author and found this was her debut novel! I hope I see more from Alene Wecker in the future.