Novel Nerd Blog - Book Reviews by Smitha

 MY THOUGHTS AND BOOK REVIEW  An unputdownable cozy clean romance novel with a warm ending, It's a new beginning for Laurie Ellis as she is moving with her cute loving dog Max to a promising location in Starr's Fall which is a wonderful something happening to her this fall - As t he leaves are falling, with a crispness to the air, along with the scents of coffee and pumpkin spice, past a half-empty street of shuttered storefronts and a bandstand that has seen better days…loved the author description of the place and atmosphere this way.  Laurie thought moving to Starr's Fall was actually having her own home ultimately that was magical and a miracle, leaving her depressing apartment she had been living with her foster Mom Nadine was something she was looking forward to. She was a foster kid to who had adoptive parents. Her plan to move as to open a pet store and bakery in Starr's Fall which the community friends found a bit strange. Why did she choose Starr's Fall as

AUTHOR INTERVIEW 1. Diann, your novels are known for their action-packed, suspense-filled plots that thrill readers. What initially drew you to writing in the thriller and suspense genres? Ans.  Suspense and thriller stories are my favorite genre to read. I believe we live in a dangerous and unpredictable world. I want to entertain, inspire, and encourage readers through a story that shows courageous men and women who are trained and passionate about keeping the innocent safe. It’s also important to me to show at least one character who solves problems and lives their life from a Christian worldview. 😊 Who do you want behind a Glock? 2. Your books have achieved remarkable success, including appearances on bestseller lists and winning prestigious awards such as the Christy Awards. How has this recognition shaped your writing career, and what does it mean to you personally? Ans. Honestly, I read outstanding books and not sure how mine have won awards. The recognition is an honor and a p