BOOK: MacKalvey House by Carol Ann Kauffman

MacKalvey House

by Carol Ann Kauffman

Young American Michelle Rosemont visits England after college graduation and 
decides to stay. She takes a job as photographer for a historical magazine and 
falls in love with the extremely unpopular Kenneth MacKalvey, an older British 
author with a shady past. 

Old families scars resurface and play havoc with Michelle and Kenneth's relationship,
 as she struggles to come to terms with her father's abandonment and unforeseen 
family issues, as well as a ruthless redhead.

Dear Gentle Readers,

If you read Echo of Heartbreak, A Recipe for Life, then I think you will enjoy this one, too. It is not a sequel. In. fact, Echo of Heartbreak was a prequel. In preparing to write this book, I needed a clear picture in my mind of Michelle's mother, Melina Valentina Rosemont, because she is paramount to the formation of Michelle's persona. Her fears, strengths, and personality are strongly tied to her mother. In the end, I had so much information on Melina, I thought she deserved her own little book, with recipes, tips on housekeeping and wardrobe planning, and insights on life. So that's how Echo of Heartbreak, A Recipe for Life came into being.

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5.0 out of 5 starsIs the pull strong enough to keep them together?

VR

Kenneth MacKalvey is a wealthy man. He inherited the family business, he has written many books, he is an artist 
and owns a art gallery. But most of all, he is known for his rude, bad mouth, nasty self. His reputation on a scale of 
1-10, is a 0.
Michelle Rosemount has only been in England for a short time. With a degree in Early Childhood Education, she left 
the states to start a new life. Working as a photographer for a historical magazine, she loves taking pictures of the 
manors, castles and ruins.
Michelle has read every book Mr. MacKalvey has written. She feels like she knows him , really knows him. She wants 
to be with him in every way possible. She deep down loves him. Kenneth heard her voice for the first time and knew 
that they belonged together and always have and always will. He is drawn to her.
Carol Ann Kauffman puts together the perfect English gentleman meets the beautiful American, but what she doesn't
 do is make it sappy. She shows how a true drawl to a connection can be, that opposites do attract. Come on you two, 
get it together!
The love story of Kenneth and Michelle isn't much different then most, on again, off again. But theirs has an evil red 
head to come between them and make matters way worse then expected. This red head relishes in all of it. All she 
wants is his name, money, house and children. Will she get any of it?
At one point when Michelle is swearing Kenneth off and needs a break from life, she heads to Italy with her best friend 
and aunt. She is enjoying the beautiful land around her, until there is a man set up for her. She gets very drunk, insults everybody and runs to the olive trees. This man follows and well, lets say they see the olive trees in a different way. 
This man stays in her life as a very good friend. He helps her start her own business and helps her to forget Kenneth 
by having her live with him, far away from Kenneth.
Who does Michelle end up with in the end? Well the ending was a huge surprise! I never saw that coming at all. Carol 
did a good job with subtle hints along the way that I didn't see until after I read the ending. Another fantastic story in 
the Time After Time Series! This series is a must read!

5.0 out of 5 starsWell written and gripping! Another page turner from Kauffman!

CR

Another great book in the time after time series. Kauffman has created yet another pair of lovers, and they need to deal 
with all drama in their path to love. Michelle Rosemont has moved to England and fallen in love. Kenneth MacKalvey 
has a secret past, and is full of mystery and that's what leads Michelle down the wormhole. Just like the other books 
in Kauffman's time after time series, this has a outstanding plot, very well written characters, and intrigue and drama. 
It interests the reader, and pulls them into the world, as you root for the characters to end up happily ever after. Each 
book keeps getting better and better. This was a great read with romance, humor, drama, and some action. It's a great 
book to add to your reading list, and I promise you won't be disappointed! I thoroughly loved it, and look forward to 
more books by Kauffman

5.0 out of 5 starsMS

MS as the book progressed it was clear that Carol Kauffman created another world with another set of characters with many obstacles

AC

I've read another book in Carol Kauffman's Time after Time series. This book follows a similar pattern and in the 
beginning it was alluded, but completely clear how the books tied together. However, as the book progressed it was 
clear that Carol Kauffman created another world with another set of characters with many obstacles in their path 
towards true love. The plot is filled with many twists and turns, and a mystery behind every corner. The imagery 
Carol Kauffman uses to describe the English countryside are true to form, her characters have depth, the plot is well 
thought out, and the mystery continues with a surprise ending. If you are looking for an entertaining read that will not disappoint, I highly recommend this book and Carol Kaufman's other Time after Time series books.

At first I thought I ordered the wrong book. The beginning, did not seem to be related to the first book. After a while 
the story became connected. There were a lot o twist in this love story. Had a great and surprising.ending. I do wish it did.not.end so abruptly and would have told.a.little more of the love story I'm not sure if there is a book three, but the 
way it ended the author left it hanging so the story could be continued. I will definitely check to see if the story
continues.

5.0 out of 5 A love story I couldn't put dow

I love Kauffman's Time After Time Series. MacKalvey House is my favorite so far.
Kauffman has a fantastic imagination and places these two lovers in different times and different situations. 
MacKalvey House is current times and takes place in England.
I think the characters interact perfectly, whether it be good or bad and make you feel for them.
I look forward to reading many more Time After Time books by Kauffman.

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ENTERTAINMENT: Knives Out (Amazon Prime Video)

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INTERVIEW: Jan Notzon, Literary Author and Playwright

 

Jan Notzon

Charlotte, North Carolina

USA

Good morning, Jan, and welcome to Vision and Verse, the site for Art and Authors and those people who love them. What have you written?
I have four published novels: “The Dogs…Barking”; “And Ye Shall Be As Gods”; “The Id Paradox”; “Song for the Forsaken”. I’ve also written seven full-length plays, a one-act and a children’s story.

What is your favorite genre to write?
I only write literary fiction, stories about people trying to make sense of their lives, which is what I’m trying to do in my writing, i.e. trying to get some understanding of this bizarre puzzle called “life” that we all share.

Favorite food.
Hmm. I’d have to say a Mexican dish called Cabrito, the way my mother made it.


Pizza or ice cream?
Being hypoglycemic, I’d have to 
say Pizza.


Tea or coffee?
Both!

Wine or beer?
Again, both!


Where would you like to visit?
I’d like to go back to Poland where my father’s family is from and see if I can use any of the Polish I’ve been trying to learn.



Favorite musical artist.  
Gustav Mahler



Do you listen to music when you write? 
Every now and then

What? 
Classical
                                                             
What makes you laugh?
Steven Wright; my dog Sheba.               

Favorite work of art or sculpture.
Renoir’s “Child In White


How old were you when you started writing?
I was around 38 when I wrote my first play, I think.

Do you plan out your book with outlines and notecards? Or just write?
I start by kicking around a few ideas, take some notes on possible scenarios, write some dialogue. After I’m already well into the process, I might make a possible outline that’s subject to change.

Describe your perfect evening.
I’ve written myself into a corner and finally find a way out!

Where do you get your inspiration?
From life, my imagination, things about this life that puzzle me.

What do you do when you get a writer's block?
The only time I can’t write at all is when I’m severely depressed. Then I know I have to reach out to friends.

Who is your favorite author?
William Shakespeare

Best book you ever read.
Novel: East of Eden. Story: King Lear

Last book you read.
The Federalist Papers

What would you do for a living if you weren’t a writer?
Put a gun to my head.

Who is the one person who has influenced your personal life the most and why?
I’d have to say my father. Because he was my father.

If you could sit down and have a conversation with ONE person, living or dead, real or fictional, who would it be and why?
Wow, tough to choose, there are so many. I suppose, William Shakespeare. I’d like to ask him if he knew he was the greatest writer in history.

What advice would you give someone who aspired to be a writer?
Do it as long as you enjoy it and need to do it. If it stops being fun, don’t take it so seriously.

Do you have some links for us to follow you?
https://www.jannotzon.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Jan-Notzon-1691383774433443/
https://twitter.com/i/flow/rux

https://charlottereaderspodcast.com/under-the-covers-with-jan-notzon/#more-1785

I also have a second website from New Reader Magazine that featured my novel “And Ye Shall Be As Gods”.

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BOOK REVIEW: The Nazi Spy by Alan Hardy

 Taking place in Scotland in 1941, The Nazi Spy by Alan Hardy is a spy thriller I couldn’t put down.  Brilliantly written with suspicion cast in every direction, this story of a Scottish woman caught up in espionage  prior to the US entrance into World War II.  I loved the  ultimate-faceted characters of Matthew and Fiona, and her beautiful estate with mansion and gardens. I’m excited to see this is Book One!!

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SCHEDULE: October 12- 16, 2020

Mon., Oct. 12 - ART: 

Oliver Lee Jackson

Painter, Printmaker, and Sculptor

Tues., Oct. 13 - BOOK REVIEW:

The Nazi Spy

by Alan Hardy

Wed., Oct. 14 - INTERVIEW:

Jan Notzon,

Literary Author

and Playwright

Thurs., Oct. 15 - ENTERTAINMENT:

Knives Out!

9Amazon Prime)

Fri., Oct. 16 - BOOK:

MacKalvey House 

by Carol Ann Kauffman

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