Beth Ruggiero York has always known that she wanted to fly ever since she was a teenager. She had a solo cross country trip planned to her family confirmed that aspiration to become a pilot, but when she received a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis at 22 she felt that she could be forced to stay on the ground. In Flying Alone: A Memoir she discusses her life and her journey to fight against her diagnosis and still achieve her dreams. Continue reading “Flying Alone: A Memoir Book Review from @kleffnotes”

Bill Smoot has crafted a debut novel that examines the choices that make up a life. His compelling and intimate story focused on main character Michael and his wife. Though there are philosophical musings focused on life and relationships that story is also an engrossing examination of a couple in love. Love: A Story is a read that shows the ups and downs of love that happen through the course of a relationship. Continue reading “Love: A Story Book Review from @kleffnotes”

Letty Liliuokalani is finally able to return to her native home of Hawaii after being sent away to a boarding school meant to make her into a proper lady. She has always had a wild temper, but in 1909 Letty is a trailblazer. Her love of animals will lead her to become one of the first female veterinarians in history. One day she sees a horse struggling in the ocean and rushes to the rescue. This moment will set in motion a destiny Letty never knew about. The flame inside of her is not just passion, but instead an ancient power with a steep price. Bound in Flame is a romantic fantasy story set in the beautiful Hawaiian islands. Continue reading “Bound in Flames Book Review from @kleffnotes”