July 29, 2026joynealkidney

D.L. Finn highly recommends this “nonfiction peek into our past”

 D.L. Finn Recommended and rated this book Five Stars

This is a fantastic collection of family historical short stories and a few poems that were published and shared in the past. I’m glad I was able to read these heartfelt short reads from the past, and I found it so easy to relate to the stories.
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I connected to many of the author’s personal narratives, including one about lilacs, which I can’t wait for them to bloom every year, too. Sky gazing is something I do, and I appreciate those meteor showers.
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One story caught my eye about Jesse James and a horse. My family was from Missouri, and my great-grandmother had tales of the outlaw as well.
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There is not only an understanding of time periods, from the depression to more recent times, but it is also beautifully written. It is a reminder of how our relatives survived hardship and how the little things in life bring so much joy.
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I can highly recommend this nonfiction peek into our past.
Reasons I enjoyed this book: Easy-to-read, Entertaining, Original, Page-turner
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D. L. Finn
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What a fun author photo!

D. L. Finn is an independent California local who encourages everyone to embrace their inner child. She was born and raised in the foggy Bay Area, but in 1990 she relocated with her husband, kids, dogs, and cats to Nevada City, in the Sierra foothills.

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She immersed herself in reading all types of books but especially loved romance, horror, and fantasy. She always treasured creating her own reality on paper.
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Finally, surrounded by towering pines, oaks, and cedars, her creativity was nurtured until it bloomed. Her creations include children’s books, adult fiction, and poetry. She continues on her adventure with an open invitation to all readers to join her.
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Here is her BookBub Author Page, where you can find all her books. You may also like to check out her website.
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I’m so grateful to Denise for reading The Immigrant and the Outlaw, and for taking the time to write a review!
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