Donna Everhart grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina and has lived close to her hometown for most of her life. For several years she worked for high tech companies, specializing in project management and product introduction. She carries a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. She lives in Dunn, North Carolina with her husband, and a tiny, heart stealing Yorkshire terrier, named Mister.
The Creek, the Crone, and the Crow (2026) Leah Weiss "Leah Weiss's third novel, The Creek, the Crone and the Crow begins with an ending, the loss of a way of life which forces change. With this change is the start of an enchanting, mystical journey, where deeply held secrets lead to intrigue and self-discovery. Weiss leans into the folklore of the beloved Appalachian region, allowing those secrets to unfurl like the petals of a blooming flower. Reading The Creek, the Crone and the Crow is an immersive exploration of a distinctive setting and the alluring people who inhabit it. A divine and captivating story, it's one I hope readers will enjoy as much as I did."
Fast Boys and Pretty Girls (2025) Lo Patrick "Lo Patrick's latest novel, Fast Boys and Pretty Girls, tackles the complex and emotional difficulties that often come with first love. Never quite certain of where she stands with local bad boy, Benji Law, Danielle, or Dani, an up-and-coming model with a solid future, remains on uneven footing where he's concerned. Relentless in her quest for reassurance of his feelings only creates a burgeoning friction between them as well as between Dani and her family, with devastating consequences. Dani's insecurities, willfulness, and obsession are superbly depicted by Patrick, who turns a shrewd eye on the psychology of first love and family dynamics. Patrick's powerful writing makes this novel a standout, an absolutely riveting read."
The Song of the Blue Bottle Tree (2025) India Hayford "India Hayford is an intrepid writer whose appealing prose immediately engages as she sets her characters on worthy, but treacherous paths toward their individual redemption. Bursting with offbeat, colorful personalities, beguiling pastimes and unsung heroes, The Song of the Blue Bottle Tree is a rousing story of good over evil, brought to life with skill and heart."
The Flower Sisters (2024) Michelle Collins Anderson "Michelle Collins Anderson delivers what every booklover craves in her absorbing and exhilarating debut. Combined with an intriguing historical event and charismatic characters with deeply held secrets, the end result is a mesmerizing story about reconciling guilt and letting go of the past so new beginnings are possible. Anderson's talent is undeniable and held me spellbound until the very last page."
The Girls We Sent Away (2024) Meagan Church "Meagan Church's The Girls We Sent Away, is such an important and vital story. With exquisite writing, Church exposes a murky little pocket of history, and a reprehensible practice that surely had a generational impact on families. Through her captivating and thought-provoking scenes, I became wholeheartedly invested in the outcome of her remarkable heroine, Lorraine Delford, cheering for her all the way."
The Ways of Water (2023) Teresa H Janssen "In the vein of William Kent Krueger's This Tender Land, Teresa H. Janssen seamlessly transports readers into an expertly crafted yesteryear of her grandmother, Josie Belle Gore. As the rivers, creeks and streams flow throughout this land, so too, does Janssen's narrative, recreating the remote, untamed beauty of a region, and the harsh and oftentimes difficult way of life long-past. Janssen honors her grandmother with this exceptional account of the triumph and bravery of a singular young girl who grows into a woman as she makes her own way in the American Southwest."
Wind Drinkers (2023) Franck Bouysse "An exemplary tale of control, coercion, and dark cravings, of love and loyalties challenged by the status quo. With a plethora of fascinating characters, and sentences of immense beauty, Bouysse is, without a doubt, a novelist of extraordinary talents."
Winter's Reckoning (2022) Adele Holmes M D "A timeless story of kinships, friendships, and secret legacies born of good and evil. With a keen eye for detail and an intricate plot leading to a satisfying conclusion, this tale is sure to enchant readers."
The Road to Me (2022) Laura Drake "In The Road to Me, Laura Drake takes on the complexities of one family's struggle to get over a lifetime of mistakes and misunderstandings, expertly blending the heartbreak of a grandmother's past and a granddaughter's reluctance to trust her. The Road to Me offers a fresh and entrancing take on reconciliation and forgiveness, a truly captivating story filled with wit, wisdom and a whole lot of heart."
The Book of CarolSue (2020) Lynne Hugo "Sparkling prose, wry humor, and timely, relevant themes abound in this genuine story of two sisters, a son, and the unexpected arrival of a small, immigrant child. Hugo writes about internal conflict with sensitivity, and compassion, making for a compelling page turner about personal loss,perseverance, and rediscovering the heart of family."
This I Know (2018) Eldonna Edwards "In this outstanding debut, Eldonna Edwards has created an enchanting, loveable narrator by the name of Grace Carter, who shares all she sees about her world and beyond. Rendered in a voice at once singular and exquisite and with an old soul sense of wisdom, I was captivated by this story of a girl and her unique gift, her love of family, the pain of loss, the sting of indifference, and the simple joy of acceptance, but most of all by Grace, and her purity of heart."
The Promise Between Us (2018) Barbara Claypole White "In The Promise Between Us, Barbara Claypole White masters the art of bringing a reader up close and personal to the influences and forces of a mental illness. In this powerhouse of a story, Katelyn MacDonald’s decision to give up the precious gift of raising her baby, Maisie, in order to protect her, makes for a compelling page-turner. This is an in-depth portrayal of what it means to live in a world where every single thought or action comes into question; it is a story for the times, a story filled with stark realities; but most important of all, it is a story about hope, healing, and the strength of a mother’s love."
