Mr. Eastwood's Match Book Review

About the Book

Lady Emily has no idea how to play her part.

Lyness Eastwood has always been content to be second.

When Lyness Eastwood's elder brother, Lord Hartwell, begins a sensible courtship with the charming Lady Emily Sterling, Lyness’s quiet contentment shatters. Ever since their brief meeting in London, Lady Emily’s smile has haunted him. How can a man with a stutter and no title compete with a lord? He must settle for watching her from the shadows.

Lady Emily is determined to solidify her family’s place in Society. Lord Hartwell is a perfect match: respectable, stable, and acceptable. Yet every time she speaks with the quiet, insightful Lyness, she feels a spark and a genuine connection that Lord Hartwell cannot ignite.

As the season progresses, the pressure mounts for Emily to accept the sensible match. But Lyness can no longer stand idly by and lose the woman who makes him want to be braver. A devastating public scandal will throw their lives into chaos, forcing them to choose between stability and the courage to claim a true, imperfect love.

About the Author

Sally Britton is an author of elegant and charming historical romance. With a passion for bringing Regency-era settings to life, she crafts stories with kind characters, sparkling wit, and heartfelt emotion. Her novels weave love and connection seamlessly with period authenticity, drawing readers into worlds where every glance and word carries meaning.

Sally’s stories are as enchanting as they are tender, driven by engaging dialogue and the deeply emotional journeys of her characters. When she’s not writing, Sally enjoys exploring museums, reading voraciously, and spending time with her family. She believes in the timeless power of love and is dedicated to sharing stories that resonate with the heart.

Review

Mr. Eastwood's Match tells the story of Lyness Eastwood and Lady Emily. Lyness is captivated by Lady Emily from their very first meeting. When Lyness's elder brother begins to court Lady Emily, Lyness despairs. Lyness doesn't feel like as a man with a stutter and without a title can compete against a Lord. A devasting scandal adds more chaos into the story.

This story started off slow, but as the plot thickens the story turns into a fast-paced page turner. The characters seem dynamic as they learn from their mistakes and evolve with the action in the story. The overall messaging in this story is universal - accepting your imperfections and not letting them stop you, everyone deserves joy and love, and learning to be brave. I really enjoyed this story. I can't wait to read the next one. Learn more about Mr. Eastwood's Match here.

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Kloe's New Friendship Virtual Book Tour, Author Interview and Giveaway

ABOUT THE BOOK

Kloe’s New Friendship
Written by K.M. Selvidge
Ages: 13-18 | 66 Pages
Publisher: Hope Kelley Book Publishing (2025) | ISBN: 979-8218824587

Publisher’s Book Summary: K.M. Selvidge brings back her characters in her second book of the Kloe book series. It’s the second semester, and Main St High is swirling with secrets. Kloe discovers that her brother is not always what he seems, and a new friendship gives her the courage to take matters into her own hands.

Available for purchase on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and Bookshop.org.


ABOUT THE AUTHOR

K.M. Selvidge is an author and talented storyteller. She was a dancer, actress, non-profit fundraiser, and animal lover. Watching her three cats inspired her to tell the stories that shaped her life growing up, in the hope that they will help others see that they are never alone.

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AUTHOR INTERVIEW

Life Is What It's Called - What inspired you to write Kloe's New Friendship? 

K.M. Selvidge - I spent thirty years of carrying a blueprint of my stories that inevitably molded who I was and who I became.  I finally felt that I was at a safe place and that the timing was right for telling my experiences.  I want to de-stigmatize mental illness and other mental health issues.  I feel that it is crucial for our children to be helped for a stronger and better tomorrow.

Life Is What It's Called - What challenges did you find when writing Kloe's New Friendship? 

K.M. Selvidge - One key challenge was to determine how much of my own realities should I put forth.  Even though we are technically a "forward thinking society", I was concerned that it might still be an unfriendly time to discuss mental health issues with and for children.  Can I truly create characters with such troubled flaws?  I hope that what I write will aim in the direction of helping and strengthening those that are affected by these situations. 

Life Is What It's Called - What would you like the reader to learn from Kloe?   

K.M. Selvidge - Readers should learn that they are not alone. There are circumstances beyond their control that can cause them internal distress and anxiety. They don't need to fix every problem that surrounds their lives. Sometimes the best answer is to trust oneself.   

Life Is What It's Called - What sets this book apart from others on the market? 

K.M. Selvidge - I am telling stories that I've been through personally. I know the feeling of thinking that you are not heard or that your feelings don't matter. I want to give children what I wished I had growing up, someone who hears them, truly understands, and most of all, cares. That these stories are reflections of ALL of us in society. Mental health issues can affect anyone.

Life Is What It's Called - What is your favorite line in the Kloe's New Friendship?

K.M. Selvidge - Chapter 16, the last page, Page 62. Kloe remembers her conversation with Mrs. Adams where she told her, "His actions don't reflect who you are...You are a strong resilient young girl who makes wonderful things happen." As an adult you realize the importance of those sentences. You have the ability and the right to create your own story. You are more than enough as you are.

Life Is What It's Called - What would you like readers to know about you?

K.M. Selvidge - I've learned that through these tough times, I developed a resilience that brought me peace of mind.   That it's important in choosing friends who are supportive and accepting of all of who you are, not just the good times. That learning to trust and accept your own instincts and values is critical for becoming your best self. YOU are worth living your own story and not being in the shadow of someone else's.


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Typewriter Tango Book Review

ABOUT THE BOOK

Chicago, 1951
Janet Wilson’s life runs on lists: packing lists, to-do lists, and carefully plotted five-year plans. Determined to prove herself, Janet leaves her small Ohio town to be a lifestyle reporter at a Chicago newspaper.

But Janet’s lists fail her in the chaotic, rough-and-tumble newsroom where she doesn’t fit in. Everything is unexpected, including her recipe column that uncovers an ugly side of Chicago.

The greatest surprise of all is fellow reporter, Bridger Jensen. A playful exchange of notes left in her typewriter turns into something more. But Bridger’s life is a messy package deal with a darling five-year-old daughter—exactly the kind of entanglements she promised her parents she’d avoid.

Now Janet must decide whether to cling to the orderly life she’s always planned, or risk everything for the messy, marvelous tango of love. Maybe the best stories are the ones you never planned to write.


ABOUT THE AUTHOR

​Laura Rupper spent her first six years of life in Metlakatla, Alaska. There was no T.V. reception on the island, so a great love of books was born. Laura loves creative activities ranging from painting to designing fourth grade math lessons. Boring chores, like laundry, make her daydream of magical worlds and happy endings.

Laura has three beautiful daughters and one giant dog who was supposed to be 50 pounds but is almost twice that size. Laura is under five feet tall and hopes having lots of energy makes up for her lack of height. She has a degree in Human Biology and works as a school counselor because life can be hard and sometimes students need a helping hand.

BOOK REVIEW

Typewriter Tango tells the story of two reporters coming together in 1951 Chicago. With the author's authentic storytelling, the main and minor characters come alive in this character-driven romance. The romance starts with a memorable and original meet-cute and continues to build throughout the story. The author also immerses the reader in the era by including concerns of the time period from gangs to racial and cultural tensions. The story was interesting, unique and engaging. I can't wait to see what the author comes up with next. To learn more about Typewriter Tango, click here.

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