"A classic western story of the good, the bad, and the ugly."
BOOKLIST on The Parlor House Daughter
"...this is historical romance of a satisfying order...Sundell delivers a strong story...genre fans will be delighted."
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY on The Parlor House Daughter
"This Reconstruction Era romance stars two solid lead characters and a strong cast, especially the prostitutes as the story line contains a deep look (into their plight)...the plot is fast-paced...and never slows down...historical fans will enjoy this fine 1870's Americana tale."
Harriet Klausner ~ genregoroundreviews
"I recommend it." ROMANCE REVIEWS TODAY on The Parlor House Daughter
"...this isn't light reading but its well worth it."
THE ROMANCE STUDIO on The Parlor House Daughter
"...the author has a unique writing style that is sharp and to the point ... the dialogue is punchy, not flowery but it works here ... the author's sense of pacing had me guessing as to who the murdered was, and threw me off very early in the book ... "
ROMANCE NOVEL TV
"Ms. Sundell has presented us with a gift that we will hold close to our heart, silently cheering for the couple at their attempt to conquer the barrier of communication, the tragedies and hardships on the frontier." Lauren Calder ~ Affaire de Coeur on A...My Name's Amelia
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A...My Name's Amelia is very much a character driven tale that relentlessly pulls on the heartstrings...it's impossible not to admire Amelia...Aaron is simply irresistible...the characters are three dimensional and engaging, the setting is detailed and realistic, and the story is emotional and gripping...not a predictable tale."
Romance Reviews Today's Sandra Brill
"A tale with a difference..."
LoveRomances.com on
A...My Name's Amelia
“Ms. Sundell’s voice is one that you will want to keep your eyes on, because her writing is just wonderful.”
LoveRomances.com on
Matchmaker, Matchmaker
“…mark Ms. Sundell as an author to watch.”
Romance Reviews Today
"...if Ms. Sundell keeps producing this level of writing, she will have a long career indeed."
Romance Reviews Today
“…Sundell creates a unique romance…”
Booklist
“Fans will appreciate this fine historical tale…”
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Matchmaker, Matchmaker)
Harriet Klausner’s Review Archive
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Matchmaker, Matchmaker, "Sundell writes of blossoming romance, strength in the face of adversity, and a young woman's love for and devotion to her father. Appropriate for historical romance collections at the young adult and adult levels, this novel will most be appreciated by those torn between tradition and true love."
Association of Jewish Libraries
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Matchmaker, Matchmaker is a very entertaining novel about a unique chapter in Western history."
NoveLists, "What We're Reading," Sarah Johnson
"A wonderful read! Poignant and endearing. A...is for Amazing. Don't miss it!"
NYT bestselling author Joan Johnston on
A...My Name's Amelia
"...blossoms into a touching, poignant love story well worth reading."
bestselling author Roberta Gellis on
A...My Name's Amelia
A...My Name's Amelia is "A delightful historical, full of little known facts that's sure to engross and entertain the reader."
Karen Kay ~
bestselling author of Native American romance
"...Amelia is a refreshing lead protagonist as she is deaf...Aaron is a fine lonely rancher who needs someone who can handle his taciturn personality...these characters and other secondary players make for a fabulous western romance."
Harriet Klausner's Review Archive
"Amelia and Aaron are admirable and wonderfully appealing...a good choice for all fiction collections..."
Library Journal on
A...My Name's Amelia
"
The Parlor House Daughter is a compelling story of the Old West, and an unexpected romance, evoking the distant past while celebrating the timeless wonder of the healing power of love."
Susan Wiggs ~ NYT bestselling author
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The Parlor House Daughter offers up a heroine as vulnerable as she is spunky. Born into the sporting life, beautiful Rebecca Rose captures the heart of the dashing Morgan Larkspur...and the reader's, too."
Suzanne Lyon ~ bestselling author, A HEART FOR ANY FATE, new Five Star release!
"They were worlds apart. She grew up with the brutal truth, he with lies. Together, swept up in conflicts neither saw coming, their new-found love is tested against dangerous secrets from the past. Joanne writes the best stories! This is no exception."
Alice Duncan ~ award-winning, bestselling author on
The Parlor House Daughter
BOOK BUZZ ~ MEGGIE'S REMAINS !
"Meggie's Remains is a superb romantic suspense novel that will capture you from the very first moment you enter Colorado Territory. I loved it!"
THE BOOK CONNECTION
"...The characterization is good...the storyline is filled with emotion and well-rounded characters..."
ROMANTIC TIMES
"...Meggie's story needs to be told and needs to be read...Joanne Sundell writes about a difficult subject, but does it with grace and caring."
A ROMANCE REVIEW
"Meggie's Remains is a wonderful poignant story of a woman who is trying to leave her past and start a bright new future, a well-written book whose main character reaches out to the reader immediately. Joanne Sundell's "Meggie's Remains" reminded me of Julie Garwood's Claybornes' Brides series. Both are wonderful and delightful good reads."
GOOD READS
"...Joanne Sundell provides a fresh Reconstruction Era romance starring a woman who prays for a normal life but believes she is so damaged that it's impossible...the storyline is character-driven by Meggie, but enhanced by a strong secondary cast, especially Ethan...fans will root for Meggie to emulate her heroine, Jane Eyre."
HARRIET KLAUSNER
"...this is a fantastic read...Ms. Sundell took care to write her main character with depth and believability...many heroines in romance novels are one-dimentional and, almost a caricature. This is not Meggie..."
BAGS, BOOKS & BON JOVI
"In addition to historical accuracy and attention to detail, Sundell's ability to create realistic characters makes Meggie's Remains an excellent read...anyone who enjoys romantic suspense, an historical love story, complex characters, and a book you can't put down, will want to read Meggie's Remains."
THE BOOK RACK