Knit One, Kill Two by Maggie Sefton

Knit One, Kill Two by Maggie Sefton is the first book in a new Knitting Mystery series. Kelly Flynn returns to Colorado to close up her aunt's home but finds herself drawn to one of aunt's favorite places at House of Lambspun. While the police believe her aunt's death to be a burglary gone wrong, the more questions that Kelly asks the more it points to murder.

This delightful beginning to the series will definitely have me looking to follow Kelly and her cohorts as they solve murder in this small Colorado town. I love the setting and include in the book is a recipe and knitting pattern. There are romantic elements that will be interesting to follow between Kelly and Steve Townsend.

4 of 5

March tally

Harlequins - 3 (3 Mira)
Non- Harlequin -4

Sub - Total -7

January/Febuary tally
Harlequins - 31
Non- Harlequin -3
Sub-Total - 34

Total -41

Home Before Dark by Susan Wiggs

Home Before Dark by Susan Wiggs is Jessie Ryder's journey back home to create memories. Sixteen years ago she gave up her daughter for adoption to her sister, Luz, and her husband, Ian. Jess meets Dusty, a man that has a tragic past, but is trying to live for the future with his little girl, Amber.

The title says it all as Wiggs tells the story of a woman whose life is turned upside down by blindness. Wiggs has us follow the journey of Jessie, Luz, Lila (Jessie's daughter) and Dusty through their point of view. I found this to be a very compelling book.

4 of 5

March tally

Harlequins - 3 (3 Mira)
Non- Harlequin - 3

Sub - Total -6

January/Febuary tally
Harlequins - 31
Non- Harlequin -3
Sub-Total - 34

Total -40

The Wedding Party by Robyn Carr

The Wedding Party by Robyn Carr is a fun contemporary romance following Charlene Dugan. She decides that as part of her busy life it is time to marry again when her daughter claims she doesn't want to grow old like her mom. In the mix is a wedding planner who is working closely with her fiance since Charlene keeps missing their meetings, her ex-husband who drives her crazy but wants a second chance, their daughter who might be just a tad spoiled and her mother who can't remember where she's been.

This book is a slice of life in Charlene's world. We see a successful lawyer who wants to find time for love in her life. While not the same depth as Carr's Virgin River, she stil creates characters we care about. We care about Charlene's mother as she shows signs of early onset Alzheimer's and watch her daughter take major steps in acting her age.

4 of 5

March tally

Harlequins - 2 (2 Mira)
Non- Harlequin - 3
Sub - Total -5

January/Febuary tally
Harlequins - 31
Non- Harlequin -3
Sub-Total - 34

Total -39

Lakeside Cottage by Susan Wiggs

Lakeside Cottage by Susan Wiggs is a wonderful contemporary romance about a summer romance that could be so much more. Jordan Harris (JD) is hiding from his fame while thinking about what his future will hold and Kate Livingston is spending the summer at her family's summer camp to re-energize and think about her future. Add to this mix are a runaway, Callie and Kate's son, Aaron.

While called a summer read this book was a lot more. JD and Kate's romance wonderful to follow. We see JD's reluctance to socialize so he can keep his anonymity and watch as he becomes involved with Kate, Aaron and Callie.

This my first book that I've read by Wiggs but it won't be the last. Her characters have wonderful depth and I connected with them. Wiggs also deals with the serious issue of type 2 diabetics with teens. It was done with sensitivity and flowed with the storyline.

4 of 5

March tally
Harlequins - 1 (1 Mira)
Non- Harlequin - 3
Sub - Total -4

January/Febuary tally
Harlequins - 31
Non- Harlequin -3
Sub-Total - 34

Total -38

Hard Evidence by Pamela Clare

Hard Evidence by Pamela Clare - Tessa Novak, an investigative reporter, is an eyewitness to a crime and sees Julian Darcangelo who she assumes is involved in the murder. Julian is involved but not in the manner as Tessa believes. He is an undercover FBI agent following a killer that has haunted him for the past three years.

Julian is a dark and angsted character that can't believe how Tessa is getting under skin and making realize that being alone and having that "white picket fence" could be in his future. Tessa uses her journalistic skills to learn more about that murder she witnessed. Her investigation could put Julian at risk and definitely is putting her in the front of killers.

One reason I enjoy series is seeing past characters and Clare doesn't disappoint. We get to see Kara and Reece again. Their appearance isn't forced but part of the story. Clare's romantic suspense books have definitely become an autobuy for me.

4 out of 5


March tally
Harlequins -
Non- Harlequin - 3
Sub - Total -3

January/Febuary tally
Harlequins - 31
Non- Harlequin -3
Sub-Total - 34

Total -37

Extreme Exposure by Pamela Clare

Extreme Exposure by Pamela Clare is a wonderful romantic suspense following journalist, Kara McMillan who may have bitten off more than she expected when she followed a tip of a whistle blower and add to the mix Senator Reece Sheridan who has a protective streak which extends to Kara.

It was interesting following the how tos of a journalist working on a breaking story. Clare uses her background as a journalist to have us step into the mind of a reporter.

The story that Kara is following is making someone unhappy to the point of sending out threats. These threats bring out Reece's protective streak while making Kara feel loved she worries how he can fit into her life.

I enjoyed this book so much I immediately found the next book that I had in my TBR pile by Clare.

4 of 5


March tally
Harlequins -
Non- Harlequin - 2
Sub - Total -2

January/Febuary tally
Harlequins - 31
Non- Harlequin -3
Sub-Total - 34

Total -36

Freefall by JoAnn Ross

Freefall by JoAnn Ross is the first book in her latest series, A High Risk Novel. Zack Tremayne returns back home to Swann Island after his last SEAL's mission in Afghanistan goes seriously wrong. Also home is Sabrina Swann who had her dream literally bombed beneath her feet.

Both hero and heroine are deliciously angsty and have wounds that need healing. Include a past that Sabrina hopes Zack doesn't remember. On top of their personal histories Swann Island seem to have a serial killer that believes they are above the law.

I can't wait to see where this series goes because Ross has indicated that we will get more tidbits about the events in Afghanistan in the next two books. This story interwoven with the serial killings makes this book edgy and wonderful read.

4 of 5

March tally
Harlequins -
Non- Harlequin - 1
Sub - Total -1

January/Febuary tally
Harlequins - 31
Non- Harlequin -3
Sub-Total - 34

Total -35