Welcome! I'm the book reviewer behind GinaRaeMitchell.com, where I help readers discover memorable books—especially 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.
Friday Finds is live – cozy reads, thoughtful finds, and a few surprises
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Hi Reader, This week’s Friday Finds is live, and it came together in a way I always love—a mix of stories that feel very different on the surface, but all leave a lasting impression. Inside this week’s post, you’ll find: • A beautifully layered fantasy that invites you to slow down • An emotional memoir that lingers • A true crime pick full of intriguing cases • And a spotlight on indie author Ivan Scott I also included a few calm, thoughtful extras—simple things that pair well with a quieter moment. If you’re in the mood to browse and unwind, you can read it here: https://ginaraemitchell.com/friday-finds-april-24-2026/ As always, thank you for being here. I appreciate you taking a few minutes out of your day to spend with me. If you’re reading this, I’d love to know—what kind of book are you in the mood for right now? A small note just for you—this week’s mix leans a little more thoughtful than usual, and it ended up being one of my favorite combinations in a while. Warmly, Gina |
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Welcome! I'm the book reviewer behind GinaRaeMitchell.com, where I help readers discover memorable books—especially 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.
Good morning (afternoon, or evening)! I hope you've had a wonderful week and have something relaxing planned for the weekend. Around here, summer is in full swing, which means longer evenings, family gatherings, and (if we're lucky) plenty of time to curl up with a good book. This week's Friday Finds has a little bit of everything. 📚 Four new reviews take us from investigative suspense and inspiring history to middle-grade fiction and a charming Regency romance. 🌿 I also refreshed one of my...
Hi friends, June seems to be the season of gathering. This weekend our family is celebrating a birthday, a graduation, and Father's Day all at once, which has me thinking about the stories, traditions, and favorite recipes that somehow find their way into every family gathering. That theme found its way into this week's Friday Finds as well. Inside you'll discover four books that took me from Regency England to the fascinating world of seed preservation and the future of our food supply. I...
Hi Reader, This week took me from Victorian England to the Himalayas and finally to an Australian memoir filled with globe-trotting adventures, questionable decisions, and more than a few stories that left me shaking my head and laughing. One of the things I love most about reviewing books is that I never quite know where they'll take me next. I've also been thinking about the little routines that help us slow down. Sometimes it's as simple as a cup of coffee, a favorite chair, a good book,...