Tag Archives: historical locations
Review: Palmer Girl, by Dawn Klinge
Synopsis When insurance tycoon, Cornelius Nordeman, is recruited to work for the Exposition Corporation, the New Yorker brings his family to live at the Palmer House Hotel, far away from any reminders of a recent tragedy. He’s hopeful this move … Continue reading
Review: The Lions of Fifth Avenue, by Fiona Davis
Synopsis It’s 1913, and on the surface, Laura Lyons couldn’t ask for more out of life—her husband is the superintendent of the New York Public Library, allowing their family to live in an apartment within the grand building, and they … Continue reading
Literary Locations: Chicago (Veiled in Smoke)
While it might not seem an obvious addition to a bucket list, Chicago is one of the many locations on mine. (Along with the likes of ancient Petra, in Jordan!) This Midwest city contains a wealth of history, and several … Continue reading
Fiction Review: A Distance Too Grand, by Regina Scott
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from Revell as part of the Revell Reads blogger program. The only requirement was that I must write a review. The following words and opinions are my own. In 2016, the National … Continue reading
Review: A Week in the Life of Rome, by James L Papandrea
In this recent new release, James Papandrea gives the reader of what life was like in Roman for both fledgling Christians and Roman citizens. It’s AD50, and the Jews have been banished from the city, but the community awaits one … Continue reading
