‘THE COURIER’: A DARK BUT INSPIRING REAL-LIFE DRAMA
Movies that are dark, in theme and production, aren’t really “my thing” or at least not regularly. But sometimes, when they’re inspired by a true story with a stellar case,…
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‘The Lady and the Lionheart’: An Authentic Romance Fairy-tale
Sometimes a novel comes along that delights, enchants and entertains, plus leaves its readers speechless. One such novel is The Lady and the Lionheart. This is the kind of novel…
‘Beauty and the Beast’: The Fairytale Romance You Haven’t Seen
Re-tellings always seem to be a popular choice of filmmakers. This indie version of Beauty and the Beast (2015) might not be anything special, but it’s worth a second look…
‘Australia’ Movie Review: A Special Kind of Period Drama
Having “mixed emotions” is how best to describe my feelings for this film. Initially I wanted to see it in theaters, but didn’t make the effort. In the event the…
8 Perfect & Spooky Reads to Enjoy for All Hallows Eve!
No secret has been made of the fact that I am not a spooky kind of girl. All Hallows Eve means nothing to me. Not even as a kid did…
‘Murder on the Orient Express’ (2017) – Big-Screen Agatha Christie Remake Lines up Stars and Suspects
Before 2017 ended, one of the films I wanted to see was the recent re-make of Murder on the Orient Express. Something I did accomplish. The reasons for this were…
‘A LESSON IN LOVE AND MURDER’: Smart and Sassy Detecting Duo Return
STORY: Life is changing for the intrepid detective Merinda Herringford. And she’s none too pleased about it. Her partner in crime and best friend, Jem Watts (now Deluca) is married…
‘FOR LOVE AND HONOR’: Medieval Fable Echoes ‘Beauty and the Beast’
STORY: There is little happiness in Sir Bennet’s future. His family fortune is bleak thanks to the folly of his elder brother, which leaves him with few options. One of…
‘ANCHOR IN THE STORM’: WWII HISTORICAL ROMANCE AT ITS BEST
STORY: With the shadow of Pearl Harbor’s fate hanging over them, the Avery family prepares to say goodbye to their independent daughter, Lillian. As her brothers join the fight as…
‘The Ringmaster’s Wife’: Atmospheric Jazz Under the Big Top
Some novels pull you in with an instantaneous “tug” that grabs hold of your reader’s heart, and refuses to let go long after a its opening. Such is true of…