Tag Archives: Book Reviews

The Wonderful World of Big Stone Gap

Posted on November 7, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! And tah-dah, here’s Thursday and time for my raves n faves, getting you into the weekend spirit. This week’s pick to make your weekend magical is the wonderful author Adriana Trigiani and her delightful stories. … Continue reading →

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Weekends are Made for Intrigue

Posted on October 10, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Already Thursday’s here. My goodness, I just got over Monday. With the next weekend almost upon us, it’s time for my Raves and Faves, and this week I’m so excited to talk about the Lane … Continue reading →

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Fall into a Good Book

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Look no further for a good book. I’ve got five that I recommend to you for whiling away the longer evenings.  GRANNY FORKS A FUGITIVE by Julie Seedorf – Granny has a new weapon – … Continue reading →

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Skip the Spring Cleaning, Do Some Spring Reading

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Yours truly loves the idea of having a freshly cleaned house, with the fresh scent of spring in the air, inside and out. But honestly, I’d rather read a good book than get the work … Continue reading →

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Look No Further – Good Books Here!

Posted on October 19, 2015 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! This week I’m sharing some more of my reviews from some of my favorite authors. Read on, dear friends! FRAME CHANGE by T’Gracie and Joe Reese – Yours truly felt like an international jet setter … Continue reading →

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Thanks be to you, Lisa!

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Today, I’m tooting my own horn a little (now cut that out, it’s not dirty… 😉 ) and share with you what a respected and prolific blogger/reviewer had to say about my Poppy Cove Mysteries. … Continue reading →

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Finishing Up My Greatest Escape Ever!

Posted on February 15, 2015 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!   Well, hasn’t that been a wonderful couple of weeks.  I must say though, I’m ready to park the Edsel and hang up my girdle for a spell.  The girls have one more outing for me on … Continue reading →

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Come on Along!

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Today’s blog is, well, about blogs!  I’m in the midst of a GREAT ESCAPES BLOG TOUR (beautifully orchestrated by Lori Boness Caswell) for DEATH OF A BEAUTY QUEEN and I have had a lovely opportunity … Continue reading →

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Dear Reader, Dear Writer

Posted on January 10, 2015 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  I may get a little flack for this post, but I have to say what I have to say.  Please forgive me if you read yourself in this week’s musings, but then again, if you … Continue reading →

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Nanci Takes 5 with Barbara Jean

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Can you believe that the new year is right around the corner?  It seems like Christmas was just a few days ago… oh wait, it was.  What was in that egg nog anyway?  Anyhoo, so … Continue reading →

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