Reviews
See what readers are saying about Julie’s novels!
Awards
Independent Publisher Book Award (IPPY) Bronze Medal in Romance Category (2020)
Christmas at Maplemont Manor
"Magical, fabulous and cozy, this book is sure to please even the most Scrooge reader this holiday season. Warms the heart and speaks to the soul." - Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
"Christmas at Maplemont Manor is a light and engaging romance with characters readers will care about as it delves into the many mysteries of what makes the human heart tick." - Blue Ink Review
"This is the perfect feel good, small town holiday romance. If you are a lover of Hallmark movies and books that play out like the movies I highly suggest it." - Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
"A wonderful story to read at Christmas time or even Christmas in July." - Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
"Everything you would want in in a Christmas romance. The characters are brilliantly written and given a depth and likeability." - Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
Awards
Foreword Reviews' INDIES Book of the Year Award Finalist (2015)
Readers’ Favorite Book Award (2018)
The Magic of Cape Disappointment
"The plot unfolds steadily and has a nice mix of magic, history, and romance...a satisfying read."-- Portland Book Review
"Manthey's characters are marvelous; her story rocks on so many levels, and her writing is fluid and a joy to read. The Magic of Cape Disappointment is most highly recommended." -- Readers' Favorite (Five Star Review)
"There's magic in an artist's newfound powers, but it's her fated love that's truly magical." -- Kirkus Reviews
"If you want to read something lovely, entertaining and rich, this is the book for you." -- Tiny Box of Imagination Blog
"A nice book to while away a lazy summer evening...Warmly recommended." -- BookPleasures.com Review
"The Magic of Cape Disappointment swept me up in its embrace" -- Dee is Reading Blog