Dumpster Dying (A Hazardous Hoarding Mystery Book #1) by Michelle Bennington – Review by Angela Hayes

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Dumpster Dying (A Hazardous Hoarding Mystery Book 1)Dumpster Dying by Michelle Bennington
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Dumpster Dying is the first book in the Hazardous Hoarding Mystery series by Michelle Bennington. It is a fun, madcap, cozy mystery woven around some very interesting, quirky characters. With a whodunnit feel, crime and investigation, humour, drama, emotion, paranormal elements, and more- made this book a very entertaining read.
This is the first book that I have read by this author, so I really wasn’t sure of what to expect from her work- but after reading this I will definitely be keeping an eye out for more of her books going forward.
Birdie, Walter, and Oda Dean really brought this story to life- and it certainly wouldn’t have been the same without their quirky personalities. Interwoven through the story are also some deeper subject matter- things such as mental health issues, hoarding, grief, loneliness, acceptance, loss of a loved one, and the afterlife.
There was a lot more to Birdie than first meets the eye, and that comes down to Ms. Bennington’s ability to cleverly craft complex characters. I felt for Birdie, laughed at the antics- while connecting and investing in her and the outcome of the story.
Even though the threads of the story were tied up and the ‘mystery’ solved- I was left feeling like everything ended too abruptly- leaving me a little ‘deflated’. But, I did enjoy the mystery, overall, and am intrigued by what Book #2 might hold.
Happy reading…

Thank you, Michelle Bennington

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Threads of Time (Toronto Time Agents Series Book #2) by C. N. Jackson – Review by Angela Hayes

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Threads of Time: A Historical Time Travel Adventure (Toronto Time Agents)Threads of Time: A Historical Time Travel Adventure by C. N. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Threads of Time is the second book in the Toronto Time Agents series by C.N. Jackson (aka-Christy Nicholas). It is another intriguing adventure, with a suspenseful plot, mystery, history, sci-fi elements, time travel, drama, agendas, the paranormal, danger, investigation, banter, witty dialogue, and lots more.
We are back with Wilda Firestone whom we met previously in Book #1- She’s a retired Temporal Agent who now runs an outfitters shop for time travellers. Things take a dangerous and complicated turn when a bomb goes off, destroying her shop, as well as the time machine next door. Now Wilda is thrust into a dangerous investigation with a ‘rookie’ as her partner. The stakes are high, and the adventure is wild.
I highly recommend reading the first book, Time Tourist Outfitters Ltd (Book #1), before starting on this one, as the first book lays solid foundations and contains important character details/introductions, as well as other important information which will enhance your reading experience of this book.
As usual, Ms. Jackson’s wonderful worldbuilding skills are evident- crafting a story that is quite rich and vividly descriptive. The historical elements were really well done- adding an extra element of interest to the overall story.
Looking forward to Book #3, ‘Unraveling Brigid’s Veil’!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, C.N. Jackson!

 

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls #4)Faking the Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have read all the other books in this series and really enjoyed them. Faking the Fall came at the right time and had such a perfect, lovely fall themed cover that I just needed to scoop it up and start it right away. Each of the books in this series remind me of the movies that are shown on the Hallmark channel. A small town romance, fake dating, a man to aid Alice in making her parents believe she is doing better, and James, a struggling artist, who has found his muse in Alice. I really like how endearing these characters are and how they pull you into their story. You experience their setbacks, melancholy, and humor, happiness, and drama, but you wouldn’t want it any other way because your probably already attached to these characters. Sweet, clean, and fun these romances are good for most ages.

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls #3)Falling Again by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Here I am, back for another visit to Buckeye Falls, Ohio in book number three. Falling Again is a fun, stand-alone, although I do recommend reading the series in order as some of the characters/previous stories overlap, novel concerning the Mayor of Buckeye Falls, and his wife, Natalie, who seem to have it all on the outside but are really struggling on staying connected with each other with all of the stressors of life, work, parenting, etc, they are drifting apart as much as they try to fight it. Will Anthony and Natalie be able to find their way back together again? Libby Kay’s novels are fun, descriptive books that make you laugh, fuss, get a little teary eyed, and have everything people look for in a rom-com. I’ve really enjoyed this series so far and the happy endings are always great!

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls, #2)Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“Much like the perfect recipe, love cannot be rushed.”

Falling For You is another book in the Buckeye Falls book series, book number two in fact. It was right up there with the enchanting, comforting, quick reading, stand alone novels, that are all about Buckeye Falls, and it’s population except this one is concerning all things food. CeCe Larue is career minded, and focused, while Evan Lawson is more a fun loving, patient, happy-go-lucky, optimist, he’s also a little younger than CeCe. Unfortunately with the arrival of the food truck competition it brings the arrival of CeCe’s Ex Eric. Will Cece and Evan be able to conquer these hurdles? Libby’s writing is incredibly descriptive so much so you begin to feel like Buckeye Falls is a real place and her characters seem so real. I think many people will enjoy this sweet, clean, rom-com I know one of the authors to pick up.

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Falling Home (Buckeye Falls Book 1) by Libby Kay – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Falling HomeFalling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Libby Kay is a brand new to me author. It seems her genre are warm, cozy, comforting, holiday romance stories that are incredibly feel good books that take place in Buckeye Falls, Ohio. Falling Home is a second chance romance between Ginny and her ex-husband Max. It was a throughly enchanting read that due to its size was so easy for me to devour, very quickly. I’m actually looking forward to reading the rest of her backlog of books!

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Saint Con by Seelie Kay – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

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Saint ConSaint Con by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jessica Knight literally bumps into Connor O’Brien (aka Saint Con), once priest turned lawyer. After a night of conversation and chemistry, Jessica warms up to the idea of starting something with Con…only to be stood up on their first date. Then it turns out Con is missing, and the plot thickens! The chemistry between the main characters added levity to the story and had me easily picturing the story throughout. Though the story was short, the pacing of the story and the way it was written makes the plot really come to life!

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Murder at the Wedding (Modern Midwife Mysteries Book 1) by Christine Knapp – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Murder at the Wedding (Modern Midwife Mysteries #1)Murder at the Wedding by Christine Knapp
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Well this had been an interesting and twisted story. Murder at the Wedding, well yes that happened but not in the way I expected going into it. The author brings you on a journey of two sisters trying to solve what happened, while trying to salvage everything about the one sister’s life(since it’s all connected.)
What happens when your boss dies at his daughter’s wedding?
Was it an innocent mistake?
Was it intentional?
Who would want him dead?
What a tragedy….
Maeve is part of the midwife practice at the current hospital. Which landed her an invite to the biggest event of the season. Her boss’s daughter’s wedding. Besides the fact her husband was the caterer, the event was going by without a hitch. That is till he got up and gave a speech, and never uttered another word.
What happened? Why did his epipen not work?
Maeve teams up with her sister Meg as they try to figure out what happened. Along the way they come across some interesting twists and turns that point the blame at other people. But which one is it? They wait patiently for the right one to slip up so they can pounce.
This journey becomes very personal to Maeve because her husband and job are involved. Will they figure it out? Was the wrong person arrested?
The journey the author takes you on keeps you guessing till the very end.
If you enjoy a good murder mystery whodunit? And like those books on the shorter end? This book is perfect for you. It’s good and it gives the reader exactly what they are looking for. A cozy murder mystery.

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Threads of Time (Toronto Time Agents Series) by C. N. Jackson – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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Threads of TimeThreads of Time by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Threads of Time is the second book in the Toronto Time Agents series. This novel is suspenseful, mysterious, and has a lot historical components. The setting is descriptive and easy to imagine the places. It’s a great historical time traveling adventure! I appreciate the author including a pronunciation guide for the words that were not in English and a note that the novel is set in Toronto, Canada. Which helps the reader know that there are different spelling of some words.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Heather Goodman

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author writes in such a way that they slowly draw you in and then keep you going until the end. This book wasn’t really my cup of tea but it kept me reading and going because of the rich story of coming of age and the main character trying to figure out who he wants to be. There is a lot of things you can relate to with him. There is a great mixture of finding yourself, love, action, and mystery. If you love westerns, action packed books, or books with a little bit of everything in it with great characters then this is the book for you.

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls #3)Falling Again by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Buckeye Falls, Ohio is a quaint small town where the townsfolk are unique characters that add to each couple’s love story! This is the third book in the series by author Libby Kay. Each of these books can be read as a standalone as they focus on a specific couple, but I’d recommend reading them all as you get to see previous couples in later books and you also get to know the unique individuals that make up this small town. In this story, we focus on Natalie and Anthony, who seem to have a picture-perfect marriage. Though they portray the perfect couple for the town to see, Mayor Anthony and his wife have a major disconnect between them. Can they ever reconnect? I love how marriage was portrayed here as real and with real problems instead of the perfection a lot of books portray. This is a great read and I’m hooked on this clean-cut series and it’s amazing small town.

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Almost and Forever by Angela K. Parker – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

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Almost and ForeverAlmost and Forever by Angela K. Parker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a bitter-sweet story. The novel is written in such a way that the read is immediately drawn in and can’t stop reading until the last word. I love that the author doesn’t shy away from tragedy and the relationships feel so real. I appreciate the two POVs of the main characters, knowing their take on events and seeing the complexity of the situation through their eyes. Though the book itself isn’t that long, the pacing felt natural, though the relationship between the main characters does evolve rather quickly when you think back on it. Regardless, I love their romance and the feeling of healing and resolution I got from their story!

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Woman Unbroken by Alexandra Fleder – Review by Jess Engel

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Woman UnbrokenWoman Unbroken by Alexandra Fleder
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an emotional, intense at times story following Devorah, a woman who has been broken in just about every way but ready to take back her life.

Though not everyone will be able to relate to her story directly, this is a powerful story with reminders that despite the many heartaches and traumas we encounter in life, we may have the opportunity to grow and find ourselves again. The author does a wonderful job developing Devorah’s character and connecting the reader to her story. The writing style is simple, but engaging and effective. If you’re looking for an emotional read with some redemption, look no further!

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls, #2)Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Buckeye Falls series by Libby Kay. This is another sweet small town contemporary romance with a wonderful cast that brings both humor and drama. Each installment of this series focuses on a specific couple so they can be read as a standalone, though I would recommend reading them all as you get to visit the other townsfolk and people from the other books. CeCe and Evan both work at the dinner that Max from the first book owns. This is their love story and boy is it a fun-filled adventure. If you love a clean-cut small town contemporary romance, then you definitely need to check out this series. I know I can’t wait to read more!

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Falling Home (Buckeye Falls Book 1) by Libby Kay – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Falling HomeFalling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by author Libby Kay, but I’m so glad I picked it up. The quant small town of Buckeye Falls with its unique townsfolk help to enrich the story of Ginny & Max. This is a fun fast read second chance romance that will have you wanting to read more about the people of Buckeye Falls. If you enjoy wonderful humor, great characters, and everyday small town life especially around Christmas then this book is definitely for you. I personally loved seeing how Max and Ginny grew throughout the years since their divorce and how they found their way back into each other’s arms!

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Tracker (The Talisman Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kassandra

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Tracker (The Talisman Series)Tracker by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

this book was really enthralling! This had good world building. It had me hooked in a new world, with great characters. I can’t wait to read the next instalment.

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Paula Sayers

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls #4)Faking the Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great addition to the Buckeye Falls series!! Alice needs to get everyone off her back about when she is going to settle down, have kids and figure out what to do with her life. Alice decides to ask James to be her “fake boyfriend”. This story grabbed my heart from the very beginning. Love, love, love it!!

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1897 A Mark Sutherland Adventure (Mark Sutherland Adventures) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Paula Sayers

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1897 A Mark Sutherland Adventure1897 A Mark Sutherland Adventure by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mark enjoys going on different adventures and writing articles about them. He decides to go to the Yukon to try his hand at gold mining for a rich man named Mr. White. I enjoyed this look into the history of 1897. Looking forward to more in this series!!

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Murder at the Wedding (Modern Midwife Mysteries Book 1) by Christine Knapp – Review by Rayne East

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Murder at the Wedding (Modern Midwife Mysteries #1)Murder at the Wedding by Christine Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Delightful cozy mystery
Book One in the Modern Midwife Mysteries introduces the reader to Maeve, a nurse-midwife at a hospital in Langford, New England. Her husband, Will, caters the prestigious wedding of the daughter of her boss and what follows is a mystery shrouded in drama, deceit and a race against time. Maeve has help from her mother and sister who are awesome characters. An enjoyable read that strikes the perfect balance between mystery and fun. Highly recommend.

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Falling Home (Buckeye Falls Book 1) by Libby Kay – Review by Betsy Melano

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Falling HomeFalling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ginny returns from New York City to help her father who is having hip surgery before Christmas. What Ginny doesn’t know is that he ex husband and her father are friends – they connected through the pain of Ginny’s moving to NYC. What will being in the same town as Max do to her life plans? Can the two of them find common ground and love again?
This is the first book in the Buckeye Falls series. The author did a beautiful job of world and character building. It’s so good, I feel like I could be part of the series living in a small town. Not only do we meet Ginny and Max but several other characters join in the fun of helping with the Christmas Jubilee.

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls #4)Faking the Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in the Buckeye Falls Series and though this can be read as a standalone, I’d suggest reading the whole series because you will love getting to know all the characters in this picturesque small town. I love a great fake dating story and believe me, Libby Kay has written an amazing story about Alice and James. She has also captured small town life in such a realistic way that you can’t help but fall in love with this town and these unique characters. This book has become my favorite out of the series! I love how the town thinks they know more of what Alice needs than what she does. As she, the black sheep of the family, comes home in hopes of a restful break, several of the town’s people decide she needs a man and the fun just starts from there!

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Betsy Melano

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls, #2)Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

CeCe came to Buckeye Falls after a bad breakup with her ex boyfriend. She loves cooking, especially making new dishes from time to time when she’s in a good or even a bad mood. She quickly became a part of the diner crew when she stumbled into Buckeye Falls.

Evan is a 25 year old working out what he wants to do with life. He is respectful, optimistic, and patient. You can tell he really cares for CeCe giving her the space to figure out if they might have a connection more than friends.

I really enjoy this small town series! The setting, the people, the community connection that we only find in those special places.

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Allison Davis

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls #4)Faking the Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was very excited about another story from Buckeye Falls! Even though this is the 4th book in the series it can be read as a stand-alone. You will see the characters from the other books throughout all the stories so starting from the beginning will definitely add to the experience but it’s not necessary for the story. Who doesn’t love a fake dating story with tons of witty banter, sexual tension, and feel-good romance? I do hope this isn’t the end of Buckeye Falls!

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My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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My Big Red MonsterMy Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a super cute read. Me and my kids really enjoy all the boos done by this author. It’s about when things or monsters are under the bed and how you can deal or figure out what to do. How to be brave and not scared of everything. The illustrations and story of this book fit very well together. The pictures were colorful and amazing, my daughter really loved the monster in this book.

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Robin Rankin

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls #4)Faking the Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Faking the Fall: A Buckeye Falls Novel

I so adore Alice for so many different reasons. She is a free spirit and made sure to live her life the way she wants. Some people don’t agree with her decision to do that, but their opinions don’t matter. I wish I could have done what Alice did, well without all of the degrees.

James is a great guy trying to figure out how to rebuild his life after a divorce. He has no creativity and hasn’t been able to paint, until he sees her.

This is such a wonderful story, two people who have been on very different journey but both of their roads lead to each other and fulfilling their dreams.

I don’t know if I’m the only one who reads the acknowledgements but I’m hoping it means what I think it means.

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Wondogfilled (Boys Unboxed) by Dr. Kimberlie Harris – Review by Katie Kearney

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Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. (Boys Unboxed)Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. by Dr. Kimberlie Harris
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My little one loves a story before bedtime so we picked this one since he’s really started to notice our dogs lately. He’s one and this was probably just about perfect for him. He really liked the pictures and I did to they were bright and engaging. The story itself was cute and easy to follow as little Kingston sees different animals through the story. I personally think it was a good story for a younger child. Four stars and highly recommend. I’ll definitely look for more from this author for bedtime stories.

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Betsy Melano

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls #3)Falling Again by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Natalie and Anthony seem to have it all, but what the townsfolk don’t realize is that these two are struggling. Anthony is stressed because he’s the mayor. Natalie is juggling kids and starting up a new business. These two have lost their connection a bit, hidden behind closed doors where no one can see. How can they bring back their connection? Will they find that spark again that brought them together when they were younger and full of promises and expectations?

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Wondogfilled (Boys Unboxed) by Dr. Kimberlie Harris – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. (Boys Unboxed)Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. by Dr. Kimberlie Harris
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really cute book; my kids really enjoyed it. it was super easy to read, even my 6-year-old was able to read it. A mother and boy named Kingston go for walks in the book and shows the little boy all the dogs that they come across that one day they seen a cat and the boy thought that it was just another type of dog. And then it was like a game when his mother shows him an animal, he still calls it a dog. The love that Kingston has for the animals is super adorable. The pictures were very well illustrated and flows very well with the book, even the animals were beautifully done. My kids loved it.

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Threads of Time (Toronto Time Agents Series) by C. N. Jackson – Review by Shea Gilkerson 10/31/23

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Threads of Time: A Historical Time Travel Adventure (Toronto Time Agents)Threads of Time: A Historical Time Travel Adventure by C. N. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wilda Firestone is a force to be reckoned with across all times. A retired time travel agent who decided she could no longer be involved as an agent after the devastating loss of her husband and their child. Unable to remove herself from her beloved agency completely, she becomes a seamstress for her fellow time travelers, creating clothing to withstand the trip.

After being…convinced…to take on a protege, Algernon, she makes a plan. Before they can even start following that plan, a bomb has gone off, her work is demolished and she has coworkers fighting for their lives from injuries in the blast. Traveling back to the 1850’s to locate terrorists who have destroyed her life and to avenge the damage caused by the blast at the office, Wilda and Algernon experience their battles in the past with vivid world-building and descriptions, wonderful and sassy exchanges, unique ideas, interesting characters, suspense, danger, and time travel!

This is the first book I’ve read by this author but not the last. I didn’t really have any trouble following in this book – I just don’t want to deprive myself of book 1!

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Betsy Melano

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Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls #4)Faking the Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Alice is known as the bad girl or the black sheep of the family, how can she find her place when Anthony, her brother, is the mayor of Buckeye Falls. Alice has bee. Traveling the world trying to fit in. She never expected to be living with her parents again!

James moved to Buckeye Falls from New York City after a bad breakup. He’s an artist but has lost his creativity after such a bad breakup. He moved to Buckeye falls to adjust to small town life and see what happens.

Alice and Jame’s story is relatable. The whole series is terrific and I hope more stories about Buckeye Falls will be written.

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