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The mystery of a half sister, first discovered when I was 50 years old.
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Brighter Than Her Fears
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Saving Halloween
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Fright Flight (Dream Seekers, #1)
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New Editorial Reviews for Brighter Than Her Fears
I'm excited to share these editorial reviews for my debut historical fiction novel:
'"Brighter than Her Fears" is a captivating and
emotional book that explores important themes such as love, independence, and identity in a
world dominated by social conventions and rigid expectations.'
The Historical Fiction Company
5-Star Review Award
'Libraries and readers seeking historical novels of American histor Read more of this blog post »
'"Brighter than Her Fears" is a captivating and
emotional book that explores important themes such as love, independence, and identity in a
world dominated by social conventions and rigid expectations.'
The Historical Fiction Company
5-Star Review Award
'Libraries and readers seeking historical novels of American histor Read more of this blog post »
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I am thrilled to share this story with readers. In the words of characters Aunt Mattie and Aunt Tilda, it's "Matilda meets the Munsters". 'Matilda' and all the works by Roald Dahl are favorites of mine and this book is a tribute to this great author
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Of White Ashes: A WWII Historical Novel Inspired by True Events
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| Goodreads Authors...: Authors wanted! | 42 | 153 | Feb 12, 2012 11:41AM | |
| Making Connections: 256. FRIGHT FLIGHT, Dream Seekers Book One by Lisa Ard | 1 | 25 | Apr 06, 2012 07:33AM | |
| Making Connections: 515. THE SHADOW OF BLACK WINGS byJames Calbraith | 11 | 52 | Oct 07, 2012 04:09PM | |
| indieBRAG : Indie Authors needing review | 67 | 57 | May 23, 2013 07:28PM | |
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| Making Connections: Authors Interested In Being Interviewed | 216 | 666 | Jan 15, 2014 07:35PM | |
| Children's Books: Moving Beyond Magic Treehouse, etc. | 33 | 1955 | Nov 24, 2014 09:45AM | |
| Kids/Teens Book Club: * Introduce Yourself! | 6663 | 5040 | Jan 04, 2026 07:57AM | |
| Goodreads Authors...: * Post/View a Book Video/Trailer | 2232 | 4253 | Jan 15, 2026 12:43AM |
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Lisa, Loved your book! I have placed a review on Good reads and also will place review on Amazon.
Thanks for friendship, Lisa! I look forward to reading your blog.
And the shofar blew by Francine rivers is a great read