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Cindy L Spear

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Poet, Lyricist, Feature & Fiction Writer, Book Reviewer, Photographer Known as the Musician's Poet www.cindylspear.com

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · 2d

An exhilarating novel from @jennikeer.bsky.social ! I was truly captivated by this paranormal riveting twisty plot & mesmerised by the fascinating multi-layered characters. Original & persuasive. It had me hanging on every word! Thanks @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'The Peculiar Incident at Thistlewick House' by Jenni Keer — Cindy L Spear

Review of The Peculiar Incident at Thistlewick House by Jenni Keer Release date: October 11, 2025 Publisher: Boldwood Books REVIEW   How does she do it? This is another exhilarat...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · 2d

@purplemermaid25.bsky.social new novel is a complex mesmerising, magnificent and mystical story steeped in history and literary influences. Inspired by Shakespeare’s plays (particularly King Lear) & ancient Celtic culture! A must read! @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Daughter of the Stones' Alexandra Walsh — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Daughter of the Stones' Alexandra Walsh Release date: October 23, 2025 Publisher: Boldwood Books What the novel is about: When Caitlin King’s father collapses on the eve of th...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · 2d

New novel by Callie Langridge is a colourful, festive, cosy, warm mystery set in the amazing Hill House. A place with its ability to heal, encourage and restore hope. And where miracles and memories happen! Thanks to
@stormbooksco.bsky.social for the ARC.
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Review of 'A Twelfth Night Miracle' by Callie Langridge — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'A Twelfth Night Miracle' by Callie Langridge Release date: October 29th, 2025 Publisher: Storm Publishing 🎄 REVIEW  I loved A Twelfth Night Miracle by Callie Langridge! I...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · 8d

Viola is a strong woman full of courage and honour who remains faithful to her mission at the expense of her own safety. A true heroine for sure, aided by a group of unusual friends! @harpercollins.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'The Tangled Web' by Tea Cooper — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'The Tangled Web' by Tea Cooper Release date: October 28th, 2025 Publisher: Harlequin Enterprises REVIEW   Without question, you know when you pick up a Tea Cooper novel...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · 9d

Debbie Johnson's new novel is a witty though serious story that contains a lovely community Christmas theme but also champions a comprehensive relationship story at its heart. It covers divorce, infidelity & childhood trauma caused by separation from a parent. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Christmas Wishes & Irish Kisses' by Debbie Johnson — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Christmas Wishes & Irish Kisses' by Debbie Johnson Release date: October 27th, 2025 Publisher: Storm Publishing REVIEW Christmas Wishes & Irish Kisses by Debbie Johns...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Sep 11

@fionavalpy.bsky.social has captured my poetic heart again with The Dark of the Moon. What a moving WW2 story! This powerfully written, lyrical feast, shines with truth that is everlasting. A must read for HF fans of great fiction. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'The Dark of the Moon' by Fiona Valpy — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'The Dark of the Moon' by Fiona Valpy Release date: Sept 23, 2025 Publisher: Lake Union Publishing REVIEW Two things that attracted me to this novel: Fiona Valpy and the title. ...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Sep 3

Sophie is awesome. Love her books. I reviewed her latest if you check out my page here, you can read it.

Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Sep 3

Amazing novel by Sophie Ranald that touches on some sensitive topics but they are handled with grace and wisdom. Loved it! Thanks to Storm Publishing for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'All The Things We Never Knew' by Sophie Ranald — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'All The Things We Never Knew' by Sophie Ranald Release date: October 3rd, 2025 Publisher: Storm Publishing REVIEW I have been thinking what to say about All The Things We Ne...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Aug 31

Warm & winsome, uplifting & memorable. It does the heart good to read these beautiful stories by @sharonboothwriter.bsky.social! Heart-warming and festive, Christmas Spirits at Honeywell House by Sharon Booth captured my attention and heart from the first page. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Christmas Spirits at Honeywell House' by Sharon Booth — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Christmas Spirits at Honeywell House' by Sharon Booth Release date: Sept 1, 2025 Publisher: Boldwood Books 🎄 REVIEW Heart-warming and festive, Christmas Spirits at Honeywell Ho...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Aug 31

I adored this novel. See my review! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Christmas Spirits at Honeywell House' by Sharon Booth — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Christmas Spirits at Honeywell House' by Sharon Booth Release date: Sept 1, 2025 Publisher: Boldwood Books 🎄 REVIEW Heart-warming and festive, Christmas Spirits at Honeywell Ho...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jul 25

Once again Susanne O'Leary has delivered another special romantic Irish mystery. It's filled with enthralling Irish charm and such a great page turner I did not want it to end! Thanks to @bookouture.bsky.social for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'The Book of Irish Secrets' by Susanne O'Leary — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'The Book of Irish Secrets' by Susanne O'Leary Release date: August 29th, 2025 Publisher: Bookouture REVIEW  ‘Sometimes you have to sacrifice things you love for the greate...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jul 22

An incredibly powerful and moving WW2 novel of courage, sacrifice and enduring love from Eliza Graham. Thanks to Storm Publishing for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'The Girl from the Fjords' by Eliza Graham — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'The Girl from the Fjords' by Eliza Graham Release date July 24th, 2025 Publisher: Storm Publishing REVIEW

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jul 10

Drop by for my interview with SYRIE JAMES where we discuss about her new book, a fab Victorian Romantic Mystery! Thanks to @dragonbladepub.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/blog/intervi...

Interview with Syrie James - author of ‘The Secrets of Thorndale Manor’ — Cindy L Spear

Interview with Syrie James - author of ‘The Secrets of Thorndale Manor’ My review of ‘The Secrets of Thorndale Manor’ The novel is available now at your favourite book store! About the author: SYRIE JAMES is the author of fifteen critically acclaimed novels of historical fictio

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jul 8

A fabulous new dual timeline read coming out in August by Rebecca Alexander! A female pilot WW2 exhibits courage and selflessness in a tragic hour. Thanks to @bookouture.bsky.social and @netgalley.bsky.social for the ARC. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Memories of Heather House' by Rebecca Alexander — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Memories of Heather House' by Rebecca Alexander Release date: July 28th, 2025 Publisher: Bookouture REVIEW What another powerful dual timeline by Rebecca Alexander! She had me ...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jul 3

Love your books and just reviewed your upcoming! Love for you to add me here as I am fairly new to Bluesky and trying to connect with authors whose books I love and review. See my current review www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of ‘The Hollywood Runaway’ by Alexandra Weston — Cindy L Spear

Review of The Hollywood Runaway by Alexandra Weston Release date: August 30th, 2025 Publisher: Boldwood Books REVIEW The Hollywood Runaway is an impressively delivered and fully formed ...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jul 3

Upcoming novel by @alexandraweston.bsky.social is an impressively delivered and fully formed story packed into a small space of 90 pages. This novella is full of heart & kept me involved from page 1 to the last. Loved it! Thanks to @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of ‘The Hollywood Runaway’ by Alexandra Weston — Cindy L Spear

Review of The Hollywood Runaway by Alexandra Weston Release date: August 30th, 2025 Publisher: Boldwood Books REVIEW The Hollywood Runaway is an impressively delivered and fully formed ...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 28

@rebeccaraisin.bsky.social has delivered another top notch romantic comedy full of depth, desire, dreaminess and delight. Thanks @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Last Stop on the Winter Wonderland Express' by Rebecca Raisin — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Last Stop on the Winter Wonderland Express' by Rebecca Raisin Release date: August 13th, 2025 Publisher: Boldwood Books REVIEW

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 25

Lovely to connect with more of my followers and those I follow on other sites. Nice video!

Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 25

@phillipanefriclark.bsky.social love for you to add me here! Love your new novel out July 28th. My review of another winner! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'The Lost Girl of Seahaven' by Phillipa Nefri Clark — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'The Lost Girl of Seahaven' by Phillipa Nefri Clark Release date: July 28th, 2025 Publisher: Storm Publishing REVIEW Another heart-shaking, tender and moving story from Phillipa...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 18

I really enjoyed this beautiful, enchanting Women’s Fiction relationship story set in France that carried so much truth & wisdom. The Village Café in the Loire held my attention from the first page to the last. @gillplusfive.bsky.social @boldwoodbooks.bsky.social www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'The Village Cafe in the Loire' by Gillian Harvey — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'The Village Cafe in the Loire' by Gillian Harvey Release date: July 12th, 2025 Publisher: Boldwood Books REVIEW This is my first Gillian Harvey novel and it won’t be my last! ...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 15

Loved this Victorian murder mystery romance novel by Syrie immensely and highly recommend !! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'The Secrets of Thorndale Manor' by Syrie James — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'The Secrets of Thorndale Manor' by Syrie James Release date: June 28th, 2025 Publisher: Dragonblade Publishing REVIEW I absolutely adored The Secrets of Thorndale Manor by Sy...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 11

The Ship of Dreams is a very moving novel that grips the heart because it demonstrates through characters we come to love, the emotional trauma of what it must have been like for those who went through the horrible loss when the Titanic went down. www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Ship of Dreams' by Donna Jones Alward — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Ship of Dreams' by Donna Jones Alward Release date: August 26th, 2025 Publisher: One More Chapter REVIEW The Ship of Dreams is a very moving novel that grips the heart becau...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 8

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 8

Wonderful new addition to the Loch Cameron series by Kennedy Kerr! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Inheriting the Cottage by the Loch' by Kennedy Kerr — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Inheriting the Cottage by the Loch' by Kennedy Kerr Release date: June 26th, 2025 Publisher: Bookouture REVIEW   It is always pure delight to read a new episode in the Lo...

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Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 8

Me, too!

Cindy L Spear @cindylspear.bsky.social · Jun 8

Wonderful new addition to the Loch Cameron series by Kennedy Kerr! www.cindylspear.com/news/review-...

Review of 'Inheriting the Cottage by the Loch' by Kennedy Kerr — Cindy L Spear

Review of 'Inheriting the Cottage by the Loch' by Kennedy Kerr Release date: June 26th, 2025 Publisher: Bookouture REVIEW   It is always pure delight to read a new episode in the Lo...

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