Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Kirsten Berkebile

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This is the first book in the Sleigh Rider Series!! I absolutely loved this book. It took me one day to read it, it is that good. Noelle Frost and Nicklaus Klaus come from two different clans who’ve apparently had a feud many years ago, yet no one knows what the feud was about. Can Noelle and Nickolas stop this feud together? You need to read it to find out!!!!  This is a journey that not everyone can ride in however I promise it is worth reading. I can’t wait to read book two and see what journey lies ahead in that one.

Frozen by Lies (Sleigh Riders #1)Frozen by Lies by Martha Sweeney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Sleigh Rider Series!! I absolutely loved this book. It took me one day to read it, it is that good. Noelle Frost and Nicklaus Klaus come from two different clans who’ve apparently had a feud many years ago, yet no one knows what the feud was about. Can Noelle and Nickolas stop this feud together? You need to read it to find out!!!! This is a journey that not everyone can ride in however I promise it is worth reading. I can’t wait to read book two and see what journey lies ahead in that one.

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What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects Book #4) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Hayes

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What Loretta's Katydid didWhat Loretta’s Katydid did by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3 Stars

 

What Loretta’s Katydid Did is the fourth book in the Loretta’s Insects series by Lois Wickstrom. This is a fun children’s illustrated storybook full of interesting facts about insects, educational elements, a school science fair, various insects, and an entertaining bit of an adventure.
Loretta loves insects and this time her Grammie brings her an orange tree all the way from Florida. Loretta discovers that the tree has aphids which are killing the tree. But because Loretta loves all insects she just can’t bring herself to kill them. Then she finds a Katydid on her tree- and her aphid problem is solved. With her school science fair coming up, her new tree and her love of insects might just make a winning entry. What happens makes for a fun read.
This is not just a cute story, it also encourages children to learn while they read. I read this story with my grandson, but we wish the illustrations were better, as they are very simplistic and aren’t as bright, bold, or eye catching like a lot of Ms. Wickstrom’s other books- so they didn’t grab or hold his attention like some of her others have done. As with the other books in the series, the ‘new’ cover is great, but unfortunately the illustrations inside the book aren’t up to the same standard. With better illustrations, this would have been an even better story, in our opinion.
Loretta’s Insects series contains (so far):
-Ladybugs For Loretta (Book #1)
-Bee’s In Loretta’s Bonnet (Book #2)
-Loretta’s Caterpillar (Book #3)
-What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Book #4)
Happy reading!

 

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Exposed (Descendants Series Book 3) by Lea Cherry – Review by Kerry Baker

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Exposed (Descendants Series Book 3)Exposed by Lea Cherry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the final book in this series and it is a great fantasy story. For me it was all about the characters. I loved watching their development throughout the book and I felt like I became really invested in them. their growth really was fascinating to watch.
This is a new author to me and, although the final book of the series, I thought this book was a great way to be introduced to her. I enjoyed the writing style. The pace of the book was perfect and the story seemed to flow with ease. I will definitely be going back to read books 1&2 as well as checking out more of her work.

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Creatures of the Night by C.A. King – Review by Kerry Baker

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Creatures of the NightCreatures of the Night by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am always so excited to get my hands on a book by this author and this one is definitely no exception. I loved this story. It is different from anything the author has done before and it is a unique paranormal story. I was pulled into this book from the start and read it all in one sitting. I couldn’t wait to find out what was going to happen.
I enjoyed the character in this book too. I thought the author got the combination of them and the storyline perfect, each complimenting the other. This author is easily one of my favourites and I would urge everyone to read her books.

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What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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What Loretta's Katydid didWhat Loretta’s Katydid did by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loretta is back with some more adventures and when she gets home from school this time, she has an unexpected visitor, her Grandma and she has not come empty handed, she has brought Loretta an orange tree and Loretta thinks that this is perfect, as she can use it for her science project. As her Grandma explains how to look after the tree, Loretta notices that it has some insects on it, her Grandma explain that they are aphids and that Loretta will need to kill them, or they will eat the tree, but Loretta doesn’t want to kill any insects and instead just watches them.

A couple of days later and the aphids have mysteriously disappeared, but Loretta can hear a strange noise “Katy did, Katy did” coming from the tree, when she goes to tell her Grandma, she is told that it is a Katydid, an insect which eats aphids, Loretta is happy about this, but not so much when the Katydid starts to feast on her tree instead!

What will happen to Loretta’s orange tree now the Katydid has moved in and will it survive long enough for Loretta to use it for her project? This is yet another charming and informative book for all ages, with lovely illustrations to go along with it.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rae is a woman focused on her job that has no time to look for romance. She is happy to travel and write articles for magazines without worrying about settling down. Rae does not believe in the concept of a fairy-tale romance with a happily ever after ending because she watched as her mom fell into a deep depression after she had her heart broken. When Rae takes on a last-minute assignment as a favor for a friend, she is only expecting to write an article on an up-and-coming female architect.

When Rae arrives on the property she is to write the article about she is greeted by a man who accuses her of being a trespasser. The man greeting her so coldly unbeknownst to her is the homeowner, Dean. Her first impression of him is that he is good-looking but that does not make up for how rude he is. Dean is home on a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city and his flourishing business. He is not expecting a sassy little redhead to come wandering into his life so unexpectedly. Although he finds her attractive, he has no desire to be in a relationship and wants nothing to do with women after his fiancée left him at the alter. Rae and Dean spend the weekend remaining cordial to each other for Dean sister’s sake. Dean does not want to ruin his sister’s career and Rae finds his sister to be a genuinely kind person.

Once the weekend is over, Rae and Dean expect to go their separate ways and never see one another again. Life has unexpected plans for them when they both end up at the same club. Dean is there for work and Rae is there to see a friend of hers that plays in a band that is playing at the club. Dean cannot take his eyes off Rae but refuses to admit that he is drawn to her. Rae does her best to ignore her attraction to Dean and still thinks he is a jerk. Despite their denial they feel the intense attraction towards one another but refuse to act on it.

This book was very well written, and I enjoyed reading it to see how things would play out between the characters. Both Rae and Dean had their own emotional baggage they were carrying around that came from past hurt and trauma. This made them fearful of getting hurt again so they decided it was best to just stay away from relationships. When they meet they realize that they have to work through their demons and heal from their past trauma so they could move forward. The ensuing journey is an emotional rollercoaster ride as Rae and Dean struggle to overcome their past. A beautifully written love story with passion, chemistry, drama, emotional scars, family, friends, jealousy and raw emotion.

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Tonya Merritt

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1)Ruthless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story. It starts out with a sexual scene but it follows with so much. There is a lot going on in the book but it is not hard to follow or understand like some others. An unconventional love story at the least. I’ll definitely be binging other stories by Gwyn.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

First book by this author and pleasantly happy. This story is about heartbreak and 2nd chances. Sometimes heartbreak is disguised as disappointment. However, “Heartbreak is always a risk for the kind of love worth the wait”.

Rae has watched her mother literally die from a broken heart which led to depression. Rae knew love wasn’t meant for everyone, especially her. There was no way she wanted to end up like her mother.

Dean gets left at the altar and while he doesn’t seem to upset by this turn of events, he decides marriage and relationships in general are a no-go for him. He doesn’t see ever finding the kind of forever love his parents still have.

These two meet because fate is a funny thing. Almost wrong place at the wrong time but everything with these two is so right. Fireworks from the very first moment they meet. These characters are sassy and take no crap from anyone much less each other. At first it just seems like a lust filled attraction, but they soon learn they have something different going on. They eventually learn to love each other fiercely, but neither knows how to deal with those feelings. Past relationships come to a head and force Dean and Rae to face some hard truths.

Overall, this story is really good. I enjoyed the bantering, the push and pull of Dean and Rae’s attraction. I enjoyed the secondary characters because everyone should have a friend, a sister, a brother, someone that pushes you to be better, someone who holds you when things are hard, someone who gets you. That someone doesn’t have to be a romantic partner but an actual best type of friend.

Looking forward to what and who comes next in this series.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was awesome! It’s been a while since I had a book that I didn’t want to put down as soon as I started reading it. But this was a really good one. The main characters were great and I like the authors writing style. I am looking forward to more by thus author in the future!
Happy Reading!

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Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1)Frozen By Lies by Martha Sweeney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ok, I needed this story. I haven’t chuckled this hard in a while. The characters are endearingly romantic yet rough. The Frost and Klaus feud, love this. The paranormal twist with bikers is a fantastic idea that I’m glad the author ran with. I found the storyline engaging. It could be my twisted imagination. I love these kinds of stories. I want more of this. I don’t think we have enough. It’s a fun story that engages you and grabs you. I will look for more by this author.

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Emissary (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Emissary: An MM Forbidden Romance (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet)Emissary: An MM Forbidden Romance by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this one to be quite the intense story. I understand that this was the prequel to Watcher. I do agree that it could be read as a standalone. It is action-packed . I loved the paranormal/fantasy twist with angels/demons among the humans. The storyline kept me hooked. Once I started, I couldn’t put it down. The characters, I can’t say enough. They are out of this world, exciting. A good read that fans of this genre will love.

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE everything about this story! I don’t even know where to start to tell you all the amazing things about this book! The story is wonderfully done. It is filled with cuteness and adorable comments, gestures as well as laugh out loud moments. The characters are incredible. Each one is built to make the reader fall in love with them..no matter which one they are. I fell for the whole family and could hardly take my eyes from the pages. It has antics between the two main characters which I enjoyed but one of my favorite things is the lyrics when they sing. I just shook my head at them and chuckled to myself.

Ms Sylvie has knocked this one out of the park in my opinion. I will be doing some backlog reading on a few couples that show up in here while I await the next in the series.

Kudos to another families adventures that has become a new favorite for me.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam

Echoing Hearts is a wonderfully written Contemporary Romance / Enemies to Lover’s Romance that once you start reading there’s no stopping until you finish. I absolutely loved reading this book and it proved to be the perfect book to read on a dreary day. This is a fairly new author to me and I’m definitely going to check out what other books they have written. This is a Rae and Dean’s story. Rae is traveling the world living her dream all while getting paid to do it. She doesn’t believe in love and Happily ever afters due to watching her mom go down down hill from a broken heart. Then there’s Dean who is a thriving business man with more money than he knows what to do with. These two meet and the chemistry between them is off the charts but can she open her heart and let him in or will something get in the way? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading the next book in this series.

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn
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Brought down by a kiss.

Blackmailed by the class MVP.

On the brink of destruction.

Moving to a new town and taking on a new identity was supposed to keep me safe. News flash, it didn’t. Instead, it put me right into the most dangerous place imaginable. Cole Savage’s line of sight.

Stupid, perfect, and one of four members of the untouchable elite. They’re the Academy’s football stars, gods among their peers. And from the first day of school, he put a target on my back. All because of one stupid kiss.

My secrets are dark and dangerous. But based on the fury that drives Cole to ruin me, so are his. We’re both facing destruction, and he’s determined not to let me win.

He doesn’t know it, but he’s met his match. I’ll use his hate, and I’ll teach him that it burns as hot as his lust. And if he wants a war, I’ll give him one.

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Kerry Carr

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Love On Tap series and I really enjoyed it. This is an enemies to lovers story and it is full of laughter as our 2 main characters Cash and Hollis battle against each other. The author does an amazing job with the characters and I love how sassy Hollis is. She is one determined lady who won’t back down from a fight.
You can feel the chemistry and attraction between them right from the start even though reading the words you would think they hated this sight of each other but the chemistry is there and it gets more intense as they push each others buttons.
All to the mix a crazy family and this is a story that will have you hooked and laughing all the way. The main question is how long will it take them to realise that all this banter and pushing of the buttons is just hiding their true feelings? And what happens if they stopped the fighting and gave into them?

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What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Torey Foster

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What Loretta's Katydid didWhat Loretta’s Katydid did by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What Loretta’s Katydid Did was a really cute story about a girl who gets an orange tree but has a few problems with insects that could kill it. Through the story, she learns a little bit about insects and how they can both damage and protect her plant.
I thought this story was great. It was interesting enough to keep a child’s interest, but had some nuggets of information that can encourage questions which will motivate kids to find out more.
I would definitely recommend this book.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Crystal Jimmo

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My daughter and I started reading this together as a part of our nightly routine. Following Princess Zarina and her black magic dress was a tale to be reckoned with. Watching as Princess Zarina started out as this spoiled princess was almost off-putting and my daughter didn’t like her at all at first. But as the story progressed, and Zarina became more and more less spoiled and like a warrior princess to avenge the death of her parents, was absolutely amazing. My daughter absolutely loved this book as did I. The writing was fantastic and certainly kept us entrapped and entertained and wanting more each night. One more paragraph became one more page and one more page became one more chapter, we just couldn’t stop! This will definitely be put on our favorite book list to read over and over again.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Devon Pulliam

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Coincidences bring Dean and Rae together in the most unusual way. Where they fight the spark that is between them. When a coincidental moment puts them in the path of one another again.

We follow Dean and Rae in this journey of moving on from the past and falling in love. Their story was so beautifully written that it was almost like I was there and following them thru this journey!

What a journey it is! Rae is determined to help Dean move on from heartbreak and Dean is determined to open Rae’s heart to love. Just like every couple they are faced with challenges, but the question is will their new found love survive?

Grab this book, some tissues and curl up for a wonderful book. You will cry, you will laugh and most of all you will find yourself telling Rae and Dean they are being stupid!

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Emissary (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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Emissary (A Star-Crossed Celestials Story)Emissary by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was an interesting read. the story between Malakai and Bryon was like no other, especially on how your inner self can reflect on how you view others or celestials. Also, how this book took a turn from hunting these entities to falling for them a helping instead, was an amazing turn of events. This book really kept me guessing while I was reading it. The way the author visibly wrote out the worlds in this book made you feel like you were right in the book. This book is also very good without having to read the others, but I highly suggest you do, you will not be disappointed.

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Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 2) by KG Fletcher – Review by Megan Pesek

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Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #2)Shameless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shameless Love focuses on Walt Bennett’s story and his love story with Elyse. Elyse is a producer who is hoping to work with Walt’s sister, but Walt just can’t get enough of Elyse. Sparks fly immediately when Elyse and Walt meet and they never let up! Their love story is relatively uncomplicated and without romantic drama.
Shameless Love is a story of love, family, and forgiveness. All of which play a major role in the plot and keep the story moving. It’s a sweet story of love in a small town living the simple life.

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Creatures of the Night by C.A. King – Review by April McCoy

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Creatures of the NightCreatures of the Night by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

C.A. King is just great in my opinion! I enjoy her books so much and this one was no different. Difficult choices, a possible romance of the ages and all the pressure on her shoulders. I enjoyed this book. It was easy to read, kept me entertained and i enjoyed it start to end. I enjoy the authors style and how she brings it to life! Can’t wait to see what I stumble across next of hers!

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers Book 4) by Belinda Williams – Review by Megan Pesek

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers, #4)Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Noah Pierce finds himself as the guardian of his deceased friend Beth’s nearly 7 month old baby girl. He quickly realizes he needs help and hires a nanny. Little did he know, the nanny he hires makes him feel. He feels way too much and doesn’t know what to do with the feelings. Noah has to make decisions about the baby’s living arrangements, with him or not. His decision can make or break his newfound relationship and uncover secrets from the past.

Amy, the nanny Noah hired, quickly falls for the baby girl in her care… and Noah. When Noah makes decisions about the baby’s care it stirs up emotions that Amy didn’t realize she was still trapped under. Amy can walk away while wallowing in her memories or make the best of her future.

Cry Baby was a lighthearted rom-com with all the best parts of a love story. It was easy to read and entertaining. Although part of a series, it is easily read as a standalone.

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Exposed (Descendants Series Book 3) by Lea Cherry – Review by Betsy Melano

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Exposed (Descendants Series Book 3)Exposed by Lea Cherry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Somehow I missed that this was the last book of the series. I still enjoyed reading this paranormal urban fantasy book. This young adult book has adventure, friends, family, witches, and more. Amy has had a tough time and finds herself and her life changed in ways she never expected. So much change at once can really take a toll. On top of that, she must find help from someone she considers an enemy.
The story is well written and kept me turning the page to see what happens next. The author is new to me and I’m looking forward to reading the other books in the series.

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Manipulator’s War (Ruarnon Trilogy Book 1) by Elise Carlson – Review by Erin DeRoma

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Manipulator's War (Ruarnon Trilogy, #1)Manipulator’s War by Elise Carlson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book had me hooked from the first Chapter. This was my first book by Elise Carlson and I really wasn’t sure what to expect, but I am so glad that I read it. It was a page turner right from the start. I really appreciated that all though it was fantasy the characters were very realistic. Along with being my first book by Elise Carlson, it was also my first book with a non-binary character and I think Elise wrote the character well.
The only reason why I gave this book a 4 and not a 5 star rating was because although entertaining and engaging from beginning to end, you really had to pay attention from beginning to end or you could get lost a bit. It was not a book I could read before bed with my mind winding down for the night, and even with full attention during the day there were times where I had to stop go back just to make sure I was following correctly.
I can’t wait to read the other books in this series.

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Saving the Gingerbread House by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Nakyshia Leger

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saving the gingerbread housesaving the gingerbread house by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an adorable rendition of Hansel and Gretel! The two are traveling with their father through the forest when they hear a strange sound. Curious Gretel investigates the sound, only to get them turned around in the woods. When trying to find their way back to their dad, they come across a beautiful house that smells delicious and is being eaten by animals! When the homeowner catches them, she insists they help her fix the home to win the most beautiful house contest. But is this the witch everyone fears? Can they finish the house on time? Will they find their way back to their dad?

This story captures the audience and draws them in with captivating illustrations. The story is easy to follow and fun for young readers. My son is seven and loves stories by this author. This is a great new telling of the adventures of Hansel and Gretel, perfect for kids to enjoy!

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His Protector by Sara Vinduska – Review by Alison Risher

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His ProtectorHis Protector by Sara Vinduska
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

You should celebrate women’s history month by reading a book with a strong female lead character. This is the book for you, me, and women everywhere. Our heroine has a secret, unrequited love with a married man. Spoiler alert: he has a Very Important Job. When he becomes a widower, she is assigned to protect him. In close proximity, sparks begin to fly.

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand)The Empty Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand Series) by Lois Wickstrom
4 Stars

It’s Caspian’s unbirthday again. What will Grandpa give him this year? An empty box? No, an invisible magic wand! How cool is that? This is a cute story following Caspian and his adventures at school with his wand. This is a fun story filled with colourful illustrations and silly endeavours. Geared towards children aged 4-8. They will love it!

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The Forlorn Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Forlorn Cowboy by Stacy-Deanne (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Forlorn Cowboy by Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another great story by an author I have come to really enjoy. I love the way she tells a story, developing it right to the end. This is another quick read, with a historical angle and some fantastic characters. I loved reading their story, watching as they tried to navigate their world and circumstances.
Although this is a short story, there is so much going on in the book. The author has really packed so much in. This is the kind of book that you can read in one sitting. This is only the second book in the series and I am looking forward to reading the rest.

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A Stranger in Disguise (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Stranger in Disguise: An Italian Murder Mystery (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome)A Stranger in Disguise: An Italian Murder Mystery by P. J. Mann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was a bit hesitant to read this book initially, given it was so far through the series but I am so glad I gave it a chance. The book was easy to understand and had an intriguing plot line. I enjoyed trying to work out how it was going to turn out. There was an interesting mix of characters to compliment the storyline and everything as a whole seemed to work well.
I also really enjoyed that the book was set in Rome. It felt different to the usual American/English settings. This is still a pretty new author to me but if this is an example of what her books will be like, I can’t wait to read more.

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What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

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What Loretta's Katydid didWhat Loretta’s Katydid did by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loretta’s grandma gives her an orange tree that she can grow even though she lives in Colorado. When inspecting the tree, Loretta finds some aphids. Grandma tells her that she should remove them to protect the integrity of the plant. Loretta decides to leave them there and, ultimately, she’s glad that she did. Will Loretta’s orange tree help her to win the science fair at school?

Again, Lois Wickstrom has written another great children’s book! This one is a part of a series on bugs and has a science focus on it. This book would be inspiring to a child about to enter their first science fair!

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