@christiebarlow.bsky.social 's new novel out the end of Dec is absolutely the most enchanting royal fairy tale romance cooking competition ever! Loved it. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@julieshackman.bsky.social's heart warming uplifting novel is full of charm, enjoyable characters and positive messages. We are urged to never let go of our dreams and to not let bullies win or steal our self-worth. A must read! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@msheatherwebb.bsky.social's fascinating new novel coming out in May '26 cannot be missed! A story based on the mystery curse of Hope Diamond and owner Evalyn McLean. An absolute must read for historical fiction lovers! Thanks to @readlandmark.bsky.social for ARC www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@boothalison.bsky.social has a wonderful new historical mystery novel out, set in 1919 with a hero we cannot help but love for his caring and heroic actions. When he saves an assaulted older man from drowning, his life changes. There are lots of surprises! www.cindylspear.com/news/reviewi...

Shades of Yellow by @wendyjdunn.bsky.social is a powerful, complex, brave and creative novel with fascinating Tudor history at its core. It's about love, betrayal, hope and healing. And it is a novel about writing a novel and the healing effects of writing. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

What a beautiful, addictive & well-written time-slip novel! I absolutely loved it. It is magical, mesmerising and memorable and as I got to know the two main characters, Emma and Nick, I really did not want to say good-bye to them.❤️@clareswatmanauthor.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

This is my favourite historical fiction ‘novella’ of the year! It touched me so deeply I was in tears at times. A Fierce Devotion is so beautifully and lovingly crafted, my spirit just sailed away on the winds of Laura’s beautiful words and imagination. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

An amazing heart stopping WW2 story by @jinabacarr.bsky.social. Powerful, emotional and at times fast paced! Set in 1943 in Paris when the Nazis occupy the city, danger lurks on every corner and behind the big tents of the circus. A must read out Nov 10!! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

An exhilarating novel from @jennikeer.bsky.social ! I was truly captivated by this paranormal riveting twisty plot & mesmerised by the fascinating multi-layered characters. Original & persuasive. It had me hanging on every word! Thanks @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@purplemermaid25.bsky.social new novel is a complex mesmerising, magnificent and mystical story steeped in history and literary influences. Inspired by Shakespeare’s plays (particularly King Lear) & ancient Celtic culture! A must read! @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

New novel by Callie Langridge is a colourful, festive, cosy, warm mystery set in the amazing Hill House. A place with its ability to heal, encourage and restore hope. And where miracles and memories happen! Thanks to @stormbooksco.bsky.social for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Viola is a strong woman full of courage and honour who remains faithful to her mission at the expense of her own safety. A true heroine for sure, aided by a group of unusual friends! @harpercollins.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Debbie Johnson's new novel is a witty though serious story that contains a lovely community Christmas theme but also champions a comprehensive relationship story at its heart. It covers divorce, infidelity & childhood trauma caused by separation from a parent. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@fionavalpy.bsky.social has captured my poetic heart again with The Dark of the Moon. What a moving WW2 story! This powerfully written, lyrical feast, shines with truth that is everlasting. A must read for HF fans of great fiction. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Amazing novel by Sophie Ranald that touches on some sensitive topics but they are handled with grace and wisdom. Loved it! Thanks to Storm Publishing for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Warm & winsome, uplifting & memorable. It does the heart good to read these beautiful stories by @sharonboothwriter.bsky.social! Heart-warming and festive, Christmas Spirits at Honeywell House by Sharon Booth captured my attention and heart from the first page. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Once again Susanne O'Leary has delivered another special romantic Irish mystery. It's filled with enthralling Irish charm and such a great page turner I did not want it to end! Thanks to @bookouture.bsky.social for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

An incredibly powerful and moving WW2 novel of courage, sacrifice and enduring love from Eliza Graham. Thanks to Storm Publishing for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Drop by for my interview with SYRIE JAMES where we discuss about her new book, a fab Victorian Romantic Mystery! Thanks to @dragonbladepub.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/blog/intervi...

A fabulous new dual timeline read coming out in August by Rebecca Alexander! A female pilot WW2 exhibits courage and selflessness in a tragic hour. Thanks to @bookouture.bsky.social and @netgalley.bsky.social for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Upcoming novel by @alexandraweston.bsky.social is an impressively delivered and fully formed story packed into a small space of 90 pages. This novella is full of heart & kept me involved from page 1 to the last. Loved it! Thanks to @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@rebeccaraisin.bsky.social has delivered another top notch romantic comedy full of depth, desire, dreaminess and delight. Thanks @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@phillipanefriclark.bsky.social love for you to add me here! Love your new novel out July 28th. My review of another winner! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

I really enjoyed this beautiful, enchanting Women’s Fiction relationship story set in France that carried so much truth & wisdom. The Village Café in the Loire held my attention from the first page to the last. @gillplusfive.bsky.social @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Loved this Victorian murder mystery romance novel by Syrie immensely and highly recommend !! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

The Ship of Dreams is a very moving novel that grips the heart because it demonstrates through characters we come to love, the emotional trauma of what it must have been like for those who went through the horrible loss when the Titanic went down. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Wonderful new addition to the Loch Cameron series by Kennedy Kerr! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Shocking secrets, lasting friendships and blind beliefs— make this a most intriguing study of human behaviour in how the desperate desire for belonging can lead to dangerous paths. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

The Story Tellers by Sue Heath is a clever heart-warming novel of how ‘one story brought so many people together, righted so many wrongs and made so many people happier.’ www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Today this song with my lyrics that I wrote with UK's Colin Mold popped up while looking for a photo. Thought I would share it here for the literary minded! It is based on Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights. @rowancoleman.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/blog/passing...

An interview with multi-genre Australian author @ellenreadauthor.bsky.social ! Drop over and have a read about the inspiration behind her new Triple Goddess series. www.cindylspear.com/blog/intervi...

Calling all Celtic fantasy lovers! This is a wonderful new series by @ellenreadauthor.bsky.social I highly recommend. Book 1 has lots of mystery, magic and mythical creatures. A thrilling re-imagining of the Irish legend of Brigid & the Sacred Flame. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@julieshackman.bsky.social's upcoming is a special kind of romance novel with a beautiful theme. It resonates with love, maturity, wisdom & skill & left my heart squeezed, teary & smiling. Thanks to @onemorechapterccky.bsky.social for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

I don't read a lot of rural fiction but those I have read I have enjoyed and this is a new one from Australian author Laurelle Cousins is an excellent story. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@lisatimoneywrites.bsky.social's latest is a story about human connection: the importance of community, friendships, overcoming loneliness, helping each other through various life stages & disruptions, and expressing and processing grief in a positive way. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

What an enthralling rags to riches story by @annemariebrear.bsky.social! I adored The Riverside Maid more than I can express. Get a copy! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Family and Fortune by @paulinewilson.bsky.social Wilson is an excellent family saga, well written and deeply emotional with traumatic events that shape these characters’ lives. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

This is the most original, powerful novel I've ever read inspired by The Wizard of Oz. If you've ever wondered how Dorothy ended up living with her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry in Kansas, this is the book for you! By @hazelgaynor.bsky.social @harpercollins.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Delighted to be here on Bluesky now! And to share my love of special books. This one by @christiebarlow.bsky.social is a gorgeous, mesmerising atmospheric story! My favourite romantic book shop-writer focused novel this year. @onemorechapterccky.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

This is a beautiful story by @susanneol.bsky.social about family, secrets, discoveries, fresh starts, romances, restoration and a recipe for a hope-filled future. It also contains a captivating historical mystery that must be solved! @bookouture.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@jennikeer.bsky.social 's new novel is an amazing, creative & exciting display of historical fiction & magical realism. Set in the past, drawing upon the Titanic disaster & WWI, this complex novel captured my imagination and heart. @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@amandajames.bsky.social's new novel is magical! The Midnight Bookshop, not easily visible by day and bathed in moonlight at night, appears to those who need it. An imaginative and inspiring plot. @onemorechapterccky.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@abbieeaton.bsky.social's debut novel is is captivating. There are plenty of adventures, thrills, surprises and heart-stopping events that kept me on the edge of my seat! Loved it and keen for book 2. @onemorechapterccky.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@evelynturner0990.bsky.social's new novel is a beautifully written dual timeline Irish family story that is both heartbreaking & uplifting with lots of twists & turns. I was completely lost & immersed in the lives of Hannah, Justin & Jack. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-... @bookouture.bsky.social

@suzannekelman.bsky.social has delivered another emotionally charged WW2 novel that burrowed deep into my heart and made me experience every reaction imaginable. Expressive writing and the many twists and turns throughout. @bookouture.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

@sharonboothwriter.bsky.social's 'Loving Spirits at the Vintage Teashop' is a stunning romantic paranormal fantasy masterpiece! I laughed, cried and was speechless at times. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

I always know a book by @luisaajones.bsky.social will be a powerful read. What We Left Behind is a very moving and unforgettable story set in 1939 in the UK. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

The Perfumer’s Secret by @fionaschneider.bsky.social demonstrates meticulous research, exceptional craftmanship and expressive imagination. It is powerful, haunting and triumphant. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...