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Lin Stepp approaches Spring 2025 with two April releases. Her stand-by winners have romance, faith, mystery, recipes, and extensive descriptions. This spot on Cardinal Bluff Reviews will read a bit differently as I acknowledge two new novels.
The Light Continues
Another visit to Edisto Island and the Lighthouse Series. “The Light Continues” is another faith-filled, family story that comes close to fulfilling the description of COZY. Lin Stepp’s cozy’s are intelligent, articulate and inspiring.
The Red Mill Bookstore
Lin Stepp’s “The Red Mill Bookstore,” the serene backdrop of the Mountain Home series merges seamlessly with a tale that captivates both the heart and mind. Mystery, romance and faith in the Smoky Mountains.
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Don’t Call Me Jupiter Trilogy — Tom J. Bross, author
Not FLINCH-FREE. Language, addiction, abuse.The review IS flinch-free for the most part, but the books are not. I'm reviewing because I found redeeming value in a family's story.Tom Bross’s Don’t Call Me Jupiter trilogy is a bold, immersive, and deeply emotional...
Let Light Continue — Lin Stepp
Back near Edisto Island, Lin Stepp's latest installment in the Lighthouse Series, "The Light Continues," takes readers on a journey through family, faith, and healing.Lila Deveaux is at the heart of this compelling narrative. Lila has bloomed as a gifted artist whose...
Red Mill Bookstore — Lin Stepp
In the Smoky Mountain country of Lin Stepp's "The Red Mill Bookstore," the serene backdrop of the Mountain Home series merges seamlessly with a tale that captivates both the heart and mind. Readers are brought into a quaint community where the charm of an old, but...
Lin Stepp -TWO New Releases
Lin Stepp approaches Spring 2025 with two April releases. Her stand-by winners have romance, faith, mystery, recipes, and extensive descriptions. Available for Pre-Order The Light Continues In the enchanting world of Edisto Island, Lin Stepp’s latest installment in...
Caroline Giammanco — Extra Author
Caroline Giammanco proved herself as an author in the field of non-fiction. The words don't stop when the topic has been covered. Now her eloquent, lyrical words are expanding into fiction. Venturing into fiction. Caroline Giammanco has published three non-fiction...
Shop on the Corner — Lin Stepp, Author
The gentle, faith-based changes in Shop on the Corner remind me of the Scripture, Jeremiah 29:11 -- "the plans I have for you..." We meet Laura O'Dell, the first in a troupe of engaging characters, on page one. Her life, personal and business, heads for a change and a...
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