Welcome! I'm the book reviewer behind GinaRaeMitchell.com, where I help readers discover memorable booksโespecially indie gems, historical fiction, mysteries, middle grade, and uplifting stories that stay with you long after the final page. Every Friday, I send Friday Finds, a warm roundup of new reviews, featured authors, reader resources, seasonal inspiration, and a few bookish surprises. More than 400 readers already receive Friday Finds each week. I'd love for you to join us.
An afternoon break with Friday Finds โ๐
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Hi Reader, Friday Finds is ready, and this week's edition somehow turned into the perfect excuse for an afternoon break. I'm sharing a couple of very different reads from my reading chair, catching up with Featured Author Gail Koger (whose wit and wonderfully chaotic characters always make me smile), and making a batch of Raspberry Jam Crumble Bars. There's also a pretty little tea-time find and a Reader Question inspired by those crumble bars: If you were making them right now, what flavor would you use? And do you already have it in the fridge? So grab a cup of something good, find a comfortable spot, and come spend a little of your Friday with me. ๐ Read this week's Friday Findsโ I hope you find something that makes you smile, adds a book to your reading list, or gives you an excuse to enjoy a quiet afternoon treat. Have a wonderful weekend! Gina |
Hi, Iโm Gina!
Welcome! I'm the book reviewer behind GinaRaeMitchell.com, where I help readers discover memorable booksโespecially indie gems, historical fiction, mysteries, middle grade, and uplifting stories that stay with you long after the final page. Every Friday, I send Friday Finds, a warm roundup of new reviews, featured authors, reader resources, seasonal inspiration, and a few bookish surprises. More than 400 readers already receive Friday Finds each week. I'd love for you to join us.
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