The Librarian and the Spy by Susan Mann, 337 pages

A librarian’s journey from the checkout desk to fast cars, stolen treasures, and international intrigue / with an introduction by suave, handsome “insurance” agent James Lockwood.

Adventure-hungry Quinn Ellington’s job solving mundane mysteries for library patrons entangles her in a mission to decode the whereabouts of a weapons cache from a priceless work of art before arms dealers beat her to it. Her adventure is filled with twists, turns, and a budding romance. Transcontinental pursuit, daring rescues, and intense covert flirting follow.

A Most Curious Murder by Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli, 325 pages

A review book from Night Owl Reviews featuring a murder mystery with a Little Free Library.

Crowned and Dangerous by Rhys Bowen, 307 pages

Another fun mystery that I was lucky enough to get from Nightowl Reviews. I'm ready for Darcy and her to get married.

A Useful Woman by Darcie Wilde, 357 pages

A regency romance mystery in the style of Jane Austen. I was glad to get to read it for NightOwl Reviews.

The Vatican Princess by C. W. Gortner, 382 pages

I love getting to review wonderful historical fiction novels like this for NightOwl. A wonderful look at the often maligned Lucrezia Borgia.

Press Start to Play, edited by Daniel Wilson and John Joseph Adams, 507 pages

A collection of short stories all featuring video games. While there were many that didn't grab me because I'm not a big gamer, there were several that were outstanding. Very glad I got to read this as a review book.

Death at Wentwater Court by Carola Dunn, 231 pages

Read because of Night Owl Reviews, I enjoyed it. I'm thinking about picking the other mysteries by this author.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Other Stories by Washington Irving, 368 pages

Did you know that Washing Irving is considered one of the main forces of popularizing doughnuts as a New York treat and is responsible for Knickerbocker being a popular nickname for New York as well? I didn't know that until I read this collection featuring some of his short stories. This was a really interesting read and I enjoyed getting to know more about this forgotten and overlooked early American author.

The Agincourt Bride by Joanna Hickson, 578 pages

I was sent this to review for Night Owl Reviews. I'd read almost nothing of Catherine de Valois, sister of Charles VI, who married Henry V of England. This was wonderful, and a great treat for history buffs.

Letter From Freedom by Roberta Grimes, 354 pages

Another Night Owl Reviews book that I wouldn't have picked up on my own.

Letter From Money by Roberta Grimes, 349 pages

A Night Owl Reviews book. Not my favorite.

People of the Morning Star by W. Michael Gear & Kathleen O'Neal Gear, 492 pages

Historical fiction book set during the time of the Cahokia Mound Indians. Lots of back plot that I felt like I was missing out on.

Daughters of the Gods by Stephanie Thornton, 442 pages

After reading this book for a Night Owl review, I'm a definite fan of Stephanie Thornton. She did an outstanding job of bringing ancient Egypt alive, and putting a new twist on what is one of the most misunderstood and ignored woman in history. I can't wait to read her newest book on the daughters and wives of Genghis Khan.

Queen Elizabeth's Daughter by Anne Clinard Barnhill, 371 pages

A review book I read covering the life of Mary Shelton, one of Queen Elizabeth's ward, who was the closest thing to a daughter that the Virgin Queen had. Well written and fascinating.

The Simon & Kirby Horror by Joe Simon & Jack Kirby, 319 pages

This is a collection of the early horror comics put out by Simon & Kirby. These comics were brought down by the Senate hearings in the 1950s that resulted in the comics association censoring themselves. A great collection and a must read for fans of early comic books, especially the horror ones.

The Windflower by Laura London, 544 pages

This was a totally campy historical romance, really fun to read.

To Love a Highlander by Sue-Ellen Welfonder, 372 pages

Ugh, not a romance I'd want to pick up again. It was campy and not really believable at all.

My Thomas by Roberta Grimes, 368 pages

A look at Martha Jefferson and her relationship with Thomas Jefferson as told through her journal entries.

Madam by Cari Lynn & Kellie Martin, 326 pages

A historical retelling of a true story based on the creation of the red light district in New Orleans.

The Red Lily Crown by Elizabeth Loupas, 418 pages

This was an odd historical fiction book sent to me by Night Owl Reviews. It deals with Florence, Italy, as Prince Francesco comes to power in 1574. He was obsessed with alchemy. This wasn't a bad read but not my cup of tea.