Fatal Trauma

Can Mark find out who the shooter is before he becomes the next victim? You won't want to miss the suspense in Richard Mabry's new book, 

Fatal Trauma. 

Facing an adversary whose desires are dark and efforts are ruthless, Mark finds himself under suspicion as a killer, yet still a potential victim. When he turns to his high school sweetheart, attorney Gwen Woodruff, for help, Kelly helplessly looks on, as she hides her own feelings for the good doctor.

Richard is celebrating the release of Fatal Trauma by giving away The Perfect Prescription Prize Pack!

 

One grand prize winner will receive:

• A $25 cash card
• A copy of Fatal Trauma
• A bag of coffee (because caffeine can cure a lot)
• A medical-inspired coffee mug
• Syringe pens
• A box of medical-inspired cookies (because sugar can cure what caffeine doesn't)

Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on June 20th. The winner will be announced June 22nd on Richard's blog.

CAFE LILY'S REVIEW:

I have been a long time reader of Richard Mabry and loved Fatal Trauma.  I really enjoy medical drama, and this book did not disappoint.  The author's descriptions and facts are well researched, and I found myself absolutely captivated by the story.....it was hard to put down.  

The action was riveting and I found myself tense, waiting to see what would happen next.  I was easily able to visualize what was taking place.  This is one of those books you do NOT want to start at bedtime...you'll be up all night, turning pages!

If you enjoy suspense and medical fiction, I strongly encourage you to give this author a try.  

 

Once Upon A Summertime

Managing the Value Lodge in her hometown was not what Anna Gordon had in mind when she set out in the hospitality industry.

But it's a safe choice for a woman whose childhood was anything but stable. Out of the blue, she gets a once-in-a-lifetime chance to reinvent herself by moving to New York City, where she hopes for a management position at a stylish new boutique hotel. The big city is full of surprises--not the least of which is Sean O'Neil. Her childhood crush has applied for the very same position!


Cafe Lily's Review:

 I have enjoyed Melody Carlson's books for quite some time. My two favorite books so far, are River's Song and and River's Call.  These are both from The Inn At Shining Waters series. 

You can see reviews of those books here:

River's Song

River's Call



Once Upon A Summertime is the first book in the new Follow Your Heart series.  I found it entertaining and interesting.  I really liked the references made to Ellis Island, and how the author snuck in bits and
pieces of history.  It meshed really well with the story and was a great touch, being that the storyline was set in New York.

The ending wrapped up a bit quickly, but the buildup was enjoyable. Anna Gordon is easy to relate to and very relevant.  She's a hard working college graduate, working a job beneath her abilities.  She dreams of better, but has made personal sacrifices to help her elderly grandmother. Anna feels pulled between wanting better for herself, yet making sure her grandmother is okay.

I liked Anna better than the rest of the characters.  Overall the book was a good read, but my two top favorites are still River's Song and River's Call.


 

The Midwife's Tale

Martha Cade comes from a long line of midwives who have served the families of Trinity, Pennsylvania, for generations. A widow with two grown children, she's hopeful that her daughter will follow in her footsteps. But when Victoria runs off, Martha's world is shattered.

Worse, a new doctor has arrived in town, threatening her job, and she can't remember a time when her faith was more tested. Still determined to do the work she knows God intended for her, Martha is unprepared for all that waits ahead. Whether it's trying to stop a town scandal, mending broken relationships, or feeling the first whispers of an unexpected romance, she faces every trial and every opportunity with hope and faith.

Cafe Lily's Review:

I enjoyed this book, mostly because the subject matter interested me a great deal.  I love almost anything historical, and this book provides an interesting look into midwifery.  I liked that the author didn't shy away from accurate descriptions and terms, yet kept it very tasteful.

The romance in the book was "so-so" for me - the ending was a bit abrupt.  The characters were okay, yet other than the midwifery information, there wasn't anything out of the ordinary that made this book stand out for me.  I enjoyed reading it, however it wasn't one of my favorite books so far this year.

Readers should note, this book is actually a reprint from 2002 - the cover has been updated.