Welcome to the Friday Finds – February 14, 2020. Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? I’ve always felt like it should be a time to celebrate whatever you love, whether that is a person, pet, or doing something special for yourself. Along those lines, I have a few recommendations for you this week, as well as an announcement.

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Friday Finds – February 14, 2020 – Books

City of Dark by C. H. Dickinson 

The Paris catacombs. The city’s subterranean shadow. Hundreds of kilometers of tunnels. A land of history and legend, where the underground explorer treads a fine line between reality and irreality. Below the City of Light, this is the City of Dark. As the top inspector on the counter-terror squad, Khalid Sadiqi thought he knew everything there was to know about the city’s weak spots. But even he is rattled when he arrives at Val de Grace military hospital and discovers that not only has the Prime Minister been assassinated, but the catacombs were used to break into the secure facility.

As if that weren’t enough, the killer has left behind puzzling messages making the attack feel like a warped game of cat-and-mouse. As the link to the catacombs crystallizes, Sadiqi teams up with Antonia Corrigan, a vibrant foreign engineering student who enlightens him on the world below the city. Not only does she have intricate knowledge of the layout of the underground tunnels, she also knows all the myths and legends that will provide deeper insight into the case. But will her knowledge of the tunnels below ground be enough to stop the mayhem above?

 

Good Morning, Bellingham by Marina Raydun 

When Peta goes missing, a two-decade-old secret threatens to rip at the seams and come out in the open. Relationships are tested as one dysfunctional family comes together in search of their daughter, sister, and wife. What they find instead will change each one of them forever.

 

Crooked River by Preston & Child (Agent Pendergast series)

Appearing out of nowhere to horrify the quiet resort town of Sanibel Island, Florida, dozens of identical, ordinary-looking shoes float in on the tide and are washed up on the tropical beach–each one with a crudely severed human foot inside.

Called away from vacation elsewhere in the state, Agent Pendergast reluctantly agrees to visit the crime scene–and, despite himself, is quickly drawn in by the incomprehensible puzzle. An early pathology report only adds to the mystery. With an ocean of possibilities confronting the investigation, no one is sure what happened, why, or from where the feet originated. And they desperately need to know: are the victims still alive?

In short order, Pendergast finds himself facing the most complex and inexplicable challenge of his career: a tangled thread of evidence that spans seas and traverses continents, connected to one of the most baffling mysteries in modern medical science. Through shocking twists and turns, all trails lead back to a powerful adversary with a sadistic agenda and who–in a cruel irony–ultimately sees in Pendergast the ideal subject for their malevolent research.

 

Spring is Everywhere! by Nickelodeon Publishing

This collection of spring-themed stories features Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol, Blaze and the Monster Machines, and Shimmer and Shine. It’s sure to thrill children ages 3 to 7. This Nickelodeon read-along contains audio narration.

 

Taking Action for a Better Tomorrow by Jeremy Boggess

In our world today there are monumental and exponential changes occurring. These changes are happening not just in the local, international, and global arenas, but even within ourselves. Looking at ourselves, our governments, our societies, humanity, and the world in general, many questions and concerns may come to mind. Let us explore these, and discuss our responsibilities and the necessary actions that will help guide us into our future. It is important to look beyond isolationism or globalization.

There are many different contributing factors to our immediate surroundings, the cultures we live in, and the changing situations that all humanity shares. And there are also many different forms of cause and effect at work. We must examine all of humanity, from the various cultures and sub-cultures that exist to our individual selves.

The purpose of this book is to have you ask a variety of engaging questions, both of yourself and about the world around you. I want to help you explore these deep questions so you can find answers that will ultimately help you survive the intense upheavals of today.

 

In case you missed it!!

It was a fun week on the website. I reviewed an exceptionally good romantic comedy, mystery, thriller, spy novel. No matter how you classify Redhead in a Blue Convertible by Ivan Scott, It’s my “don’t miss this book” winner so far this month.

I also participated in a book blitz for The Mocking Man by Leslie Georgeson and a Release Day Party for Municipal Liaisons ( Fortuna, Texas Book 4) by Rochelle Bradley.

 

Friday Finds – February 14, 2020 – Recipes

I can’t wait to try this Sesame Garlic Ramen Noodle recipe from Nichole of The Salty Marshmallow. There are so many neat recipes you can make from simple ramen noodles.

Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas shares her Southwestern Casserole in Taste of Home. I love the versatility of this recipe. You can easily adjust it to suit your taste buds and it makes enough for two casserole dishes. Serve one now and freeze the other for later. The link has a great video tutorial for making this recipe.

For dessert this week, how would you like a Neopolitan Bundt Cake? I found this on Delish.com and I thought it would make a unique dessert for any season.

 

Friday Finds – February 14, 2020 – Creative Projects

I just love these Mini-Maker Stitchery kits. They come in so many different designs and contain everything you need in one kit.

Learn a new skill with Mini Maker! Adult craft kits in stitchery, macramé, paint pouring (and more!) let you try a new craft before going all in. Mini Maker offers bite-sized craft experiences without a huge investment of time and money to get started. Check out our hands-on activities that include everything to complete the project, plus easy instructions.

 

Color then create your own giant paper flowers. The kit features eight unique designs on sixteen petals. Color each petal using your desired color palette. The possibilities are endless. Coloring is fun for all ages, but with this kit, it is also suited for adults. Coloring is also a great stress reliever.

This kit allows you to display your coloring instead of it sitting inside a book. The kit is easy to assemble and hang. You can create magic with your own flower once you’ve colored it.

The purchase of this listing is for one coloring kit.
The following items are included in the kit:

– 16 petals (three different sizes)
– 2 leaves
– Pre-drilled base for hanging
– Glue dots to attach petals
– Step-by-step instructions

The assembled flower measures approximately 18 x 18 inches.

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That wraps up this week’s edition. Be sure you visit my next post later today for a book announcement and a chance to win a free copy of Murder Bytes by Gayle Carline.

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