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"Practical Andi; her sister, Angela; and Angela’s friend, Gemma, lose their jobs, money, and in Andi’s case, boyfriend. Pushed to the brink of desperation, Andi decides to live for the moment and join her sister and Gemma on a trip to the Rock (a seaside town in Cornwall, England). Angela is looking for a rich husband; Gemma is looking for stardom, and Andi doesn’t know what she is looking for. Their summer at the Rock impacts their lives, but not how they had anticipated.

"Esther’s father is the Vicar of Thornwaite, and it’s to the vicarage that Esther returns when she leaves Will, her husband of seven years. For a long time, Esther has been unhappy. She is unable to express her emotions or to even acknowledge them to herself. The death of the dog she and Will had raised since puppyhood precipitates the beginning of Esther’s emotional release. Tentatively, Esther tries to rebuild her life and her marriage." - E. Pasquali

3/4 stars.

"Another sweet book in the Secret, Book and Scone Society series. The characters become like family. I need to get all the rest of this series!" - C. D'Orazio

4/4 stars.

"BFFs, Jen, Faith and Carrie, start their annual summer vacation at Jen’s family’s beach house. It has been in the family for three generations. The house has become run-down, and repairs will be costly. Because the beach house has a spectacular ocean view, it is highly valuable property. Jen’s father and brother want to sell it. Can Jen and her friends keep the beach house from being sold? Fast paced story illustrating the value of women’s friendships." - E. Pasquali

3/4 stars.

"Two 16 year old sisters living in the South run away from home and go on to lead very different lives by the choices they make. It is about race, class, gender and identity. Well written, easy read." - L. Caran

4/4 stars.

"I must admit that this book gave me much difficulty - it was, to me, a very difficult read as the subject matter was very peculiar. I participate in library book club, usually the 12noon one. But I was trying to branch out a little so I tried this book which was on the evening book club list for this past month. Since I hadn’t finished before the meeting, I decided not to participate as I didn’t want the ending to be disclosed to me. Now, I wish I had attended that book club meeting since I really didn’t understand this book at all.

"Another fascinating book by Kerriann. I love reading about LI's history and spirits who are still here. It gives me comfort knowing our loved ones are still here with us, only on a different plane. One chapter is about her Mom's families personal contacts in the Elmont house she grew up in- amazing! I Kerriann lives in Huntington and gives lectures at LI libraries. I wish she could come to ours, I'd love to hear her talks!" - N. Bellissimo

4/4 stars.

"If I had realized the story was about the serial abduction, abuse and murder of children, I wouldn’t have started it. As it was, I couldn’t get past the first few chapters. Just too dark and disturbing for me." - E. Pasquali

1/4 stars.

"I'm a real fan of hers and have been for years, so my review is probably biased. This is a very good summer read. It weaves in some current issues with a hard sell, which some of her prior books did. Not quite a hallmark ending, but a very satisfying read."

4/4 stars.

"A modern love story with current issues and main characters that have 'baggage' and prior commitments, who are not actually looking for love, but living their lives. Relatable for the over 40. If you're looking for a happily ever after hallmark ending, then this is not for you." - F. Schwarz

4/4 stars.

"As I said, I'm hooked on this cast of quirky characters, and if you like audiobooks, this series is very well done and a great companion for holiday gift knitting. A story complex enough to keep you guessing. As I'm late to the series, a number of great reads ahead through the fall." -F. Schwarz

3/4 stars.

"The latest in the author's Booktown series takes a different direction than the prior books. It seems like a lot of dead ends (excuse the pun) as the story unfolds. I will be very interested in where the author takes the recurring characters in the next book of this series." - F. Schwarz

2/4 stars.

"I guess this would be classified as a cozy mystery, really hooked on this genre, not sure which site recommended the series, but after the first book, I'll be continuing. Set down south with a cast of quirky characters, a little on the dark side, but keeps you guessing." - F. Schwarz

3/4 stars.

"I know this author has been writing for a while, but this is my first book from her, and it will not be my last. I was looking for a read in a beach/summer setting. I enjoyed the main character and how she as an adult related to her father. Interesting story; I guess it could be considered a cozy mystery. Quick read." - F. Schwarz

3/4 stars.