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Book Review: Hearts Through Time by Marie Higgins

Kathryn Cooper

Title: Hearts Through Time
Author: Marie Higgins
Publisher: Walnut Springs Press
Release Date: March 2011
Pages: 280
Series: none
Source: publisher
5 Stars: I Loved It!

When a woman claiming to be a ghost from 1912 appears in Nick Marshal’s office and begs for help in solving her murder, he thinks he has lost his mind. A scandal that rocked Hollywood almost destroyed his law practice, so he doesn’t need any more fireworks as he rebuilds his life. Still, he is intrigued by Abigail Carlisle’s plea, and he needs clients, even if this one insists she’s dead. The more secrets Nick uncovers, the deeper he falls for the beautiful ghost.

Abigail believes Nick is her heart’s true desire, but how can happily-ever-after happen when she’s already dead? The more time she spends with him, the more real she becomes, until Nick can finally touch her.

In a strange turn of events, Nick is suddenly whisked back to 1912, two weeks before Abby’s murder, but she doesn’t remember him. When he attempts to win her over so he can save her from a tragic destiny, Abby thinks Nick is courting her for her inheritance. But even if he can rescue her and make her trust him again, how can they be together forever?

My Thoughts:
I loved this book! The romance was beautiful. The chemistry between Nick and Abbie was great. I loved all the twists and turns the plot took. This was contemporary meets historical fiction. I love both genres so it was right up my alley.

The story was told from both characters’ perspectives which is always fun. I enjoyed learning both of their thoughts through this way of story telling. The author took me on a wonderful journey of a love story that was worth fighting for.

Content: highlight between ( ) for details
mild ( kissing, reference to drinking, reference to sleeping around )

*I received a review copy of the book from Walnut Springs Press. Thank you! I am not paid for my reviews. My reviews are solely my opinion.*

Buy it!

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Reviewed by Kathryn Cooper
Creator of Clean Adult Fiction

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Thank you. Have an enjoyable Friday!
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Waiting On Wednesday: The Enchantress by Michael Scott

Kathryn Cooper

“Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly post, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine , where we spotlight a book we are anxiously waiting to be published.

The Enchantress: The Secrets of The Immortal Nicholas Flamel
by Michael Scott
The Secrets of The Immortal Nicholas Flamel #6
Publisher: Delecorte Press
Release Date: May 22, 2012

The twins of prophecy have been split. Nicholas Flamel is near death. John Dee has the swords of power. And Danu Talis has yet to fall. The future of the human race lies in the balance—how will the legend end?

The sixth and final book in the New York Times bestselling series The Secrets of the Nicholas Flamel—The Enchantress

The synopsis isn’t very long, but basically it’s the last book in a great series. Have you read the first book, The Alchemyst? I’ve read books 1-4. I still need to read book five. It’s a really exciting series. I should feature the first book for one of my Flashback Friday posts.

I’d love to know what books you’re “Waiting On” today? Leave me a link in a comment.

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Book Review: Shooting Stars by Allison Rushby

Kathryn Cooper

Title: Shooting Stars
Author: Allison Rushby
Publisher: Walker Childrens
Release Date: February 2012
Pages: 272
Series: none
4 STARS: I Really Liked It

Meet Josephine Foster, or Zo Jo as she’s called in the biz. The best pint-sized photographer of them all, Jo doesn’t mind doing what it takes to get that perfect shot, until she’s sent on an undercover assignment to shoot Ned Hartnett—teen superstar and the only celebrity who’s ever been kind to her—at an exclusive rehabilitation retreat in Boston. The money will be enough to pay for Jo’s dream: real photography classes, and maybe even quitting her paparazzi gig for good. Everyone wants to know what Ned’s in for. But Jo certainly doesn’t know what she’s in for: falling in love with Ned was never supposed to be part of her assignment.

My Thoughts:
This book was a fun read. It turned out to be more than I expected. I thought it would be mostly light, but it touched on some tough subjects like mental health.

Jo was a paparazzo at the young age of sixteen. Being short and small, she could sneak into places the older paps couldn’t get into. It was a fun behind-the-scenes of the paparazzi life. I assumed all paparazzi were pushy and greedy, but this showed another side of their story.

I really liked Jo. Her ethical struggles and life story were so interesting. I loved the little romance going on. I wish I could tell you about my favorite scene, but I don’t want to give anything away! It may have something to do with swimming laps in a pool, that’s all I’m going to say.

A quick, fun, thought-provoking read.

Content Ratings: highlight between ( ) to view details
Sexual Content: mild ( kissing )
Language: mild ( d***-2, h***-3, God-1 )
Violence: none

Buy it!

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Reviewed by Kathryn Cooper
Creator of Clean Teen Fiction

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Waiting on Wednesday: The Serpent’s Shadow by Rick Riordan

Kathryn Cooper

“Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly post, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine , where we spotlight a book we are anxiously waiting to be published.

The Serpent’s Shadow (Kane Chronicles #3)
By Rick Riordan
Publisher: Hyperion Books for Children
Release Date: May 1, 2012

He’s b-a-a-ack! Despite their best efforts, Carter and Sade Kane can’t seem to keep Apophis, the chaos snake, down. Now Apophis is threatening to plunge the world into eternal darkness, and the Kanes are faced with the impossible task of having to destroy him once and for all. Unfortunately, the magicians of the House of Life are on the brink of civil war, the gods are divided, and the young initiates of Brooklyn House stand almost alone against the forces of chaos.
To find the answer they need, the Kanes must rely on the murderous ghost of a powerful magician who might be able to lead them to the serpent’s shadow… or might lead them to their deaths in the depths of the underworld…

Less than a week until the release! Have you read the Kane Chronicles? They’re great! I read the first two in the series before I started my blog so I’ll have to review them for one of my Flashback Fridays. This is a great series you need to read. It’s great for younger teens too.

What books are you “Waiting On” today?

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My husband the reviewer!!

Kathryn Cooper

Hi my wonderful blogging friends! I wanted to real quick tell you some exciting news. My husband has agreed to review books on my blog. He loves to read Young Adult fiction too! Most nights you can find us sitting in our family room each reading a YA book, unless it’s Monday night when Castle is on. 🙂 His reviews will allow me to feature books on the blog I might not get a chance to read which will give all my lovely readers, that’s you, more info on some great Clean Teen Fiction.

Look for one of these pictures at the bottom of every review post from now on.
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Reviewed by Kathryn Cooper
Creator of Clean Teen Fiction

Reviewed by Colt
the husband

Happy Reading!

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In My Mailbox (13)

Kathryn Cooper

In My Mailbox, hosted by The Story Siren, is a weekly post where bloggers list the books they recently acquired. The books can be from anywhere: publishers, authors, won in a giveaway, bought, borrowed from the library. This is not to brag but to showcase books that we might not review for awhile.

Click the book’s cover to view on GoodReads.

Great LIBRARY Finds this week:


Shooting Stars Vespers Rising (39 Clues, #11) Drink, Slay, Love Die for Me (Revenants, #1) Pretty Crooked Princess Academy (Princess Academy, #1)


Princess Academy will be a re-read to get ready for the sequel, but the others I haven’t read. I’m excited! I love getting a pile of library books.

What did you find this week? Have you read any of these books? Liked them/ didn’t like them?

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10% off Book Depository and Affiliate Programs

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Who doesn’t love a great sale?! Be sure to click the above image or the one on my sidebar to get to The Book Depository then use the code APMA12 when you checkout. This ends at noon on May 14th. I recently joined The Book Depository’s affiliate program so when you purchase anything through the links on my blog I’ll get a commission. You pay the same price regardless.

I also joined the affiliate programs with Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and Book Closeouts. Thank you for supporting my blog!

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Browse Inside Upcoming Releases!

Kathryn Cooper

Harper Collins Publishing has a great feature on their website where you can Browse Inside some of their books!

These books release on April 24th, next Tuesday. I don’t know if they are “clean” reads since I haven’t read them yet. Click the title to Browse Inside the first few chapters.

The Selection (The Selection, #1)  Unraveling  Eve of Destruction  Masque of the Red Death

These next two books have already released, and you can read the entire book for free! I’m sure this is a limited time offer, but I can’t find an expiration date anywhere.

Storybound (Storybound #1)  Liesl and Po

Have a great weekend and Happy Reading!