It's The Same The Whole World Over (Book 22)

 

It's The Same The Whole World Over

Baritone Isaac Pick is making his international debut. His music master has traveled with him to teach him his part during the trip.

Marcel Duprey's estranged father shocks him down to his socks when he receives a command to bring his wife and children to his estate. But he's even more shocked when his half-brother Klaus and Klaus' wife arrive uninvited.

Meanwhile, in Tennessee, the families are still trying to recover from when the KKK attacked their homes. In Baltimore, rose was in charge of remodeling the restaurant, and has hired a young woman to work in the kitchen. Was it a mistake?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DF5YRN3F

1. 
   

Those Endearing Young Charms (Book 21)

Those Endearing Young Charms

Book 21 of Monument City Mysteries

Things are heating up in Coatesville. The Klan has taken umbrage because there is a group of Catholics in their "Christian" town. Worst of all, those Catholics are doing well for themselves and have the audacity to do things like hire and befriend people of color.

Meanwhile, in Baltimore, things are getting even hotter. Dr. Karl Reichmann has established a medical practice near a college where he has young men working as "Therapists" for some of his female patients.

Isaac, the young baritone who has graduated from Peabody, has been invited to sing in Europe. His music master has a month to teach him a major role he has never before performed.

Then things happen.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDB931T7

Review for Those Endearing Young Charms

5.0 out of 5 stars

 Another winner by Anne Arrandale

Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024

This is another book in the series by author Anne Arrandale. This series follows several people through the early 1900s. I have enjoyed these books tremendously and have fallen in love with the characters. I love the way she writes true facts about that era and even tells you about them in the back of the book. This specific book introduces such things as racial and religious prejudice and the things that were done in that time at the expense of the innocent. A super story and I highly recommend!

 

Oh Danny Boy (Book 20)

 

Oh Danny Boy

January, 1923. The United States Marine Corps has occupied Haiti since 1915.

Danny Shay joined up as soon as he turned 18, figuring he'd get sent to Europe to fight in the War to End All Wars. Instead he got shipped off to Haiti, where he was witness to some of the atrocities being perpetrated against the Haitian population. As soon as he was able, he left the service and began working his way back to Baltimore. He arrives in town only to discover that his brothers have moved to Tennessee.

Marcel's half-brother, Klaus, has been letting his jealousy get the better of him. He wants what his brother has, no matter what he has to do to get it.

Marcel Duprey former German spy, now head master of a prestigious music academy, welcomes the former Marine as part of his security force at his campus, just in time for Danny to foil a break in by the man who burned Marcel's former school.

---

Review for Oh Danny Boy

The author does a fantastic job of weaving historical events with an intriguing plot full of suspense and action. Danny Shay is a compelling protagonist, and his journey from war-torn Haiti back to the United States is both fascinating and heartfelt. The dynamic between Marcel and Klaus adds another layer of tension that kept me hooked. There are a few slow parts, but overall, the storytelling and character development are top-notch. Highly recommend for anyone who loves historical fiction with a thrilling twist!

Box Sets

 Now Available:

Box Sets, of four books each.

Box Set One:

Why Are You Weeping, Sister?

The House that Jack Built

That Was Before I Met You

Oh Mr. Porter

Box Set Two

Goodbye Muirsheen Durkin

Everybody Two-Step

There's a Girl in the Heart of Maryland

After The Ball

Box Set Three

Somewhere in France There's a Lily

Come to the Church in the Wildwood

When the Roll is Called Up Yonder

Johnny Has Gone For a Soldier

Box Set Four

Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Father Dear Father Come Home

Alcoholic Blues

At the Devil's Ball

Box Set Five

St. Louis Woman

Sweet Mystery of Life

Power in the Blood

Oh Danny Boy

More to Come

 as new books are released

You can see the series here

Power in the Blood (book 19)

 

Power in the Blood

Book 19 of Monument City Mysteries

Families. It's a shame we don't get to pick who are in them. Some family members are wonderful. Others aren't worth the powder to blow their noses.

Dylan and Rhys Shay have moved their families to Tennessee, where Dylan is the new chief of police. They had thought there would be far less crime in a rural town than they had to deal with in Baltimore. They are soon to learn that crime in the country is different only because there are fewer people. Dead bodies begin turning up in the fairgrounds.

Marcel Duprey and his little family are doing quite well with their music school. Parents are clamoring for their children to be admitted. Everything is going along swimmingly until he receives the letter that brings his past screaming into their lives, and maybe not for the better.

Sweet Mystery of Life (Book 18)

 

1922: Eugenics has taken hold. A woman of color gives birth to a biracial baby who is a light complexioned blond cherub. She is told the child was stillborn. She and her husband refuse to accept that.

Meanwhile, evil is afoot in Baltimore City. Someone is kidnapping little girls. When they are found, they have been raped beaten and sometimes killed. The police feel as if they are running in circles.

Sweet Mystery of Life

Review for Sweet Mystery of Life:

This is a dark book, yet sometimes that's exactly what we need to break the monotony of reading about sunshine and flowers. Set in 1922, the world is vivid and lends the narrative a special atmosphere, and the quality of prose supports an already-interesting setting. While the story contains a lot of horrible beats, it's engaging and well-written, and the characters are candid and realistic, adding to the narrative's overall gloomy feeling.

 

St. Louis Woman (Book 17)

 

A neighborhood grocery store has been firebombed and the owner killed. Some woman is going around town selling "insurance" so the same thing doesn't happen to them.

Baltimore City was really living up to its name of "Mob Town" in 1921. Will the police be able to stop the St. Louis Woman? And is she the only guilty party?

Saint Louis Woman

Review for St. Louis Woman:

I found this book to be incredibly engaging and thought-provoking. It is a captivating story that is based on real events from a specific era and place. I appreciate how the author has taken inspiration from history to create a compelling narrative.

I would like to mention that while reading this book, it is important to be aware that there may be content that could be triggering for some readers. The author has handled sensitive subjects with care and authenticity, but it is advisable to approach the book with caution if you are sensitive to certain topics.

Overall, I highly recommend this book for its historical accuracy and the way it sheds light on significant events. It is a powerful and impactful read that will leave a lasting impression.