Hi Little Brother, I Love You by Deniese Dennis – Review by Arianna Westmoreland

Hi Little Brother, I Love You: A Sweet Gift Keepsake Book Welcoming a New Baby Brother to the Family.Hi Little Brother, I Love You: A Sweet Gift Keepsake Book Welcoming a New Baby Brother to the Family. by Deniese Dennis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I read this book with my two sons – D (age 6) and S (age 3). This book talks about the joys and fun of having a little brother.

A review from an actual kid:
D (age 6) – ”My little brother annoys me sometimes, but I do love him a lot like the brother in this book.”
S (age 3) – “I love my big brudder!”

We gave this book 5 out of 5 stars.

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Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups Series) by Sylvie Stewart and Marika Ray – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups #3)Night Sweats and Hockey Nets by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have been seeing this series circulate my social media pages and book review group, but I thought that it wouldn’t be of interest to me because of the age group targeted, and myself not having anything experience wise to relate at all, but how wrong I was. I ended up picking up another Marika Ray Novel, and I loved it, so when I saw this book come up again I immediately wanted to read it. I now have to play catch up with book 1 and book 2. I started with book 3, and while there were references to previous books in the series and the characters were the same, the main characters were the focus of the story, I still would recommend reading the books in order, although I didn’t feel lost or anything, I definitely felt like I was missing out on vital information. Night Sweats and Hockey Mets has a few familiar tropes such as grumpy/sunshine, the ever popular hockey star, both parties fight their attraction, single dad needs a nanny, but also some fresher tropes as well like characters over 40, plus size and confident, etc. Between Nikos random Russian sayings, and Chloe’s confident flirting I found myself laughing out loud at the banter between the characters. I also found myself truly not enjoying Peyton and her attitude. This was a wonderful read, a fun, cozy romance, and you can’t go wrong with a Marika Ray novel and now I’ve been introduced to a new author, Sylvie Stewart, as well.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Katy winter

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Laughing out loud, crying real tears, happy tears.. this book sure did make me feel a huge assortment of emotions throughout. It started fast and continued to surprise me!
Definitely recommend as it was much better than I had expected.
Truly amazing 🤩

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Cam Creates a Hero (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Cam Creates a HeroCam Creates a Hero by Dagmara Sitek
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

All of the books by this author include foster children and the things they can achieve if only given a chance. In Cam Creates a Hero he sees that not everyone is as fortunate as he is in finding his family, even going so far as to have been abused by their family. Cam wants to come up with a hero that can help anyone in need. After staying up all night Cam is disappointed in his and his siblings attempt to do this, so back to the drawing board he goes, and his perseverance pays off. It’s such a cute and inspiring story that will remind kids that compassion, courage, and perseverance really makes a difference. Having a hero will really help children navigate through the rough patches in their lives. The illustrations were well done and depicted the scenes beautifully. I appreciated the thought put into this book and the lessons it will teach.

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Sarge: Going Deep by Stuart Ledwith – Review by Anantha Rusum

SargeSarge by Stuart Ledwith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sarge, going deep is a science fiction adventure story of Lieutenant Commander T J Madison, also called Sarge. I have not read the book about Mission 3047, where he was first introduced. This book is more about his personal life, his struggles, his character and his ability to overcome all challenges. With his determination and perseverance, he became a Navy seal, falls in love with a woman, marries her, comes to US and becomes a part of the secret Agency and the person he shaped himself to be in the Mission 3047. I did struggle a bit to understand the context but overall was able to grasp the bigger picture. I enjoyed the book.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Betsy Melano

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in the series. In this book we get to know Abby Whit who moved to Herd Montana to reclaim family land. She got to know many of the town folk and really loved the location that her food truck is located, but she has a big secret. One person in Herd, Joe the school teacher and novelist, has felt something was off with Abby. When Abby’s secret is revealed, she finds herself in a situation she didn’t consider. Will Abby be able to continue on the path she envisioned alone or will some friends help her through this difficult time?
This is a story about a small town life that has deep roots and memories. The book is a wholesome story of people and friends who support you at your lowest moments.

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Heaven Only Knows (A Silver Buckle Romance Series Book 3) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Michelle Austin

HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance Book 3)HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS by Laurie Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a good 5 star read. This is part a series but can be read as a stand alone. This is Barrett and Agata’s story. Both characters have a history of being hurt so they are very cautious when it comes to others. But there is something between them that they can’t resist. Barrett is working on a case and Agata seems to be in some of the same places he is. Will these two have a HEA after everything is done? Overall I really enjoyed this read. We get twists and turns and the storyline had a great element to it. If you are looking for a good series to read, 1-click and get started today. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Down By The River by Tricia Gardella – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Down By The RiverDown By The River by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Down by the River is an engaging, beautifully illustrated children’s book that offers a in depth look into our rivers, all the things you see in them, and what all is around them. I liked how the story flowed smoothly, rhymed, and how it brought up things for my kids to question, research, and test. This author writes books that myself and my family enjoy reading and Down by the River was no exception.

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Luca Magoo, Don’t Eat The Glue (Luca Magoo Series) by Megan Delgado – Review by Angela Plate, September 2024

Luca Magoo, Don't Eat The Glue: A back-to-school tale that encourages positive classroom behavior and creative expression.Luca Magoo, Don’t Eat The Glue: A back-to-school tale that encourages positive classroom behavior and creative expression. by Megan Delgado
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a cute children’s book. I’d say geared towards 6-8 year olds. It’s a fun and easy read any little will enjoy. It’s beautifully illustrated and written with great imagination. It actually reminds me of what would go through my head as a child when my mom said don’t eat watermelon seeds. Looking forward to more stories from this author.

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A Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper – Review by Chelsea Pletcher

A Tale of Two CrushesA Tale of Two Crushes by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great YA story! A Tale of Two Crushes is a cute, clean romance. The main character, Holland, moves to a new city with her family and falls for twins! The characters and their relationships (romantic and platonic) were very relatable. The relationship between Asher and Holland made me smile constantly, it really reminded me of a first love story. Holland seems very obsessed with emotions and feelings to the point they become overbearing. Overall a great read.

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Heaven Only Knows (A Silver Buckle Romance Series Book 3) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Heidi Sturgess

HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance Book 3)HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS by Laurie Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This cover is so peaceful and having read previous instalments I was quite eager to settle down and get lost between the pages ❣️📚😉

Barrett Brockbank has 2 things to deal with in life right now , one is business and one is personal . Business wise , he’s in New Orleans tying up ends for clients that just won a big case against Blue Point Chemical and on a personal level he’s got decide where his life is heading , he can’t keep licking his wounds , his fiancé married his best friend and his dreams were shattered but he knows he’s got to move on …,

While in New Orleans he gets a job offer and while it’s a good opportunity for a fresh start he can’t just accept and family obligations “ tie “ him down and then his path crosses with Lou….

Lou is hiding from her last so she’s careful around people but when her path crosses with Barrett’s she feels he’s good people and doesn’t everyone crave to be live and accepted 🤷‍♀️ these 2 people that know hurt can heal other if given the chance

My empathic heart was very fragile after this read but I think that’s what makes this story so relatable you feel it and you feel the people and you keep rooting for them 😉

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Jess Engel

A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is a generally cute story about a pig scramble. The illustrations are beautiful. The story covers themes of determination, showing kindness, mild bullying, and forgiveness. The story jumps right in with the pig scramble which made me wonder if I had missed something, so I admit I read the book twice in a row to make sure I really got the whole story. I really appreciated it so much more the second time. This would be a great book for older elementary aged kiddos.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell is the third book in a series called Match Made in Montana Book 3. It is a sweet love story that takes place in a small town in Montana. With it being the third book in the series, I sometimes worry that I won’t know the story. I did not feel this way at all! I was able to piece together the prior stories, and I definitely think it could be read out of order. Joe is a teacher and working on writing a book on the history of Herd, the small town in Montana. Abby runs a food truck, and is planning on opening a restaurant in the future. Abby has a secret that threatens to ruin her relationship with not only Joe, but several of the townspeople that she has become friends with. Such a cute story and one that I would definitely recommend!

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Ashley Lape

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a second chance at love full of tears and laughter. Tommy Graham was about to hit it big with his band Koolum Law. With Tommy about to hit it big he feels the right choice is to break it off with his girlfriend Angie Knox. Years pass before the two run into each other again at the wedding of Angie’s best friend Calle. Tragedy strikes right after the wedding and Angie’s husband is killed. Tommy is there for Angie over the next few weeks and he starts to catch feelings for Angie again even though he has a girlfriend. Tommy ends up being trapped in a marriage with Chelsea. Their marriage is far from a fairytale. Tommy finally has had enough with his cheating wife and he files for divorce and takes his son Ozzie back to Tommy’s hometown of Braebeach. Could this be Tommy’s chance to fall in love with Angie again? Did he truly ever stop loving her?
This book was AMAZING! I cried, I laughed, and most importantly the author had me feeling like I was a character right in the middle of the story!!

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Cam Creates a Hero (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Karrie Sears

Cam Creates a HeroCam Creates a Hero by Dagmara Sitek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this cute book, we meet Cam and his foster siblings. Cam is upset by a newscast about a little girl getting hurt. So he draws a hero bot to protect others. Such a great story showing determination and courage to make a difference for others. Quick read for little ones. Exceptional illustrations. Overall a great book.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Rosanna Ingram

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tommy and Angie went their separate ways right as Tommy’s band, Koolum Law, is taking off. Fast forward and one is married (on the verge of divorce) with a young son and one is widowed taking care of her own child. The two reconnect and build a friendship where they can lean on each other for emotional support. Underneath it all, they are being reminded of why they loved each other all those years ago. However, dealing with a crazy ex, people out to make a quick buck, and a past filled with many emotions creates quite the hurdles to overcome.

I felt for these characters. Angie has been through so much and has grown and persevered while trying to heal. Tommy’s dealing with his own troubles…bot in his marriage and with his band. These two rebuild a friendship that is stronger than anything they had in the past. I found myself immersed in their story and couldn’t put it down. They are dealing with adult problems that make you feel like they could be someone you know. Can’t wait to see what this series has in store next.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Heather Goodman

Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great original paranormal romance. This authors knows how to have the perfect blend of paranormal, action, suspense and romance. If you do not like M/M romance then you may not like it but if you read it as a book and put aside your feelings towards that kind of thing it’s a great book.

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Hi Little Brother, I Love You by Deniese Dennis – Review by Jess Engel

Hi Little Brother, I Love You: A Sweet Gift Keepsake Book Welcoming a New Baby Brother to the Family.Hi Little Brother, I Love You: A Sweet Gift Keepsake Book Welcoming a New Baby Brother to the Family. by Deniese Dennis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a sweet, easy-to-read children’s story. The author covers a number of fun and sweet things an older brother can do for and with a little brother. This would be a great story for a parent preparing a child for a new little sibling coming along. The illustrations were cute and matched up well with the story. It encourages kind and playful interactions between siblings and is just beautiful, light-hearted, and colorful book!

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Detective Dylan and the Thief of Camp Leaf (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Cindy Rushin

Detective Dylan and the Thief of Camp Leaf (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series 3)Detective Dylan and the Thief of Camp Leaf by M.J. Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoy this series of children’s books. The stories center on a little boy named Dylan who enjoys playing detective along with his sister and his dog. The story is cute and I think kids who are curious and interested in learning more about how to play detective will enjoy it. I recommend this series of books to anyone with children who want to read and learn.

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Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups Series) by Sylvie Stewart and Marika Ray – Review by Shea Gilkerson 9/30/24

Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups #3)Night Sweats and Hockey Nets by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Niko is a loner on his pro hockey team and never really associates with the other guys on the team. Chloe is the coaches daughter who had decided she was tired of missing out on life and wants to have fun while also using her talents in the rink to teach kids how to play hockey. Part of her choice of having fun includes flirting, heavily, with Niko. While coach has deemed her off limits, Niko can’t seem to help himself when it comes to her charm and beauty.

Chloe is drawn to Niko’s grumpy personality, and when she finds out part of his grump factor comes from being in the midst of a court battle for custody of his daughter, she offers to help. The offer comes just as he needs to find a nanny for his daughter Ayana to prove to the court that he can provide proper care for her with his professional hockey schedule. So, before they know they have too much time to think about it, Niko and Chloe come up with a plan and Chloe moves in with Niko and Ayana. Before he knows it, Niko’s house has been taken over by Chloe’s beauty, warmth and personality. The rest of this wonderfully written story is a whirlwind of chemistry, spice and ends with a wonderful HEA.

This is book 3 in a series but can be read as a standalone.

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Cindy Rushin

A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute little story about a group of kids trying to catch a pig. I think it showed how anything can be accomplished if you don’t give up. It also shows how a child can use a situation where someone is trying to intimidate them to their advantage by motivating them to succeed. I think many kids would enjoy this book and recommend it for them.

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Hi Little Brother, I Love You by Deniese Dennis – Review by Shea Gilkerson 9/30/24

Hi Little Brother, I Love You: A Sweet Gift Keepsake Book Welcoming a New Baby Brother to the Family.Hi Little Brother, I Love You: A Sweet Gift Keepsake Book Welcoming a New Baby Brother to the Family. by Deniese Dennis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a perfectly adorable story! When you are planning to bring home a new baby, it can cause a big shake up at home and leave lots to work through with bigger siblings. This sweet book broaches the subject of a big brother welcoming his baby brother home and all of the wonderful ways he can help him learn and grow. We all want our kids to be best friends and this sweet read helps us broach the subject of all the ways they can be as they grow together.

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A Safe Place (Philly Heat Series) by Becky Flade – Review by Sue Kemp

A Safe Place (Philly Heat series, #6)A Safe Place by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Safe Place (Philly Heat Series Book 6)
By Becky Flade

I can’t say if the books in this series can be read as standalones as I have started on book six which most times is not a good thing as there could be great background information that I have missed out on. This book has plenty of twists and turns some may be somewhat of a surprise. We also have some tragedy and betrayal; I also like the writing style of this author, which by the way this is the first book I have read by her. Kat and her brother Nat were brought up by their maternal grandma after their parents died in an accident before Kats’s first birthday. Now they have lost their grandma as well. Their grandma has left her home equally to both Kat and Nat and named him as Kat’s guardian. Kat is now 15, Nat is away in the army so until they can get hold of Nat she needs to be placed in care, as this will be a temporary placement, what could go wrong? Plenty is the answer. Kat reports that the foster parent’s son had exposed himself to her instead of being mad at their son, they were mad at Kat, so she left for school and never returned to the home. This home will now be investigated as its suitability for other children to be placed there. If that is not enough for a 15-year-old to go through she is an unfortunate witness to a murder. Kat is placed under social worker Maddi’s care, while Maddi not only needs to protect Kat but is also working to reunite Kat with her brother so she can be safe in her own home. This is a book for budding love as we find Nat falling in love with Maddi, but is Maddi able to return the feelings? Grab a copy of this book to find out what happens with Kat, Nat, and Maddi.

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Hi Little Brother, I Love You by Deniese Dennis – Review by Megan Rea

Hi Little Brother, I Love You: A Sweet Gift Keepsake Book Welcoming a New Baby Brother to the Family.Hi Little Brother, I Love You: A Sweet Gift Keepsake Book Welcoming a New Baby Brother to the Family. by Deniese Dennis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really cute kids book about becoming a big brother. I really enjoyed the focus on all of the positives of becoming an older sibling while sneaking in some fun “naughty” bits (like not eating your peas). The illustrations are nice and bright and they follow the story line well. This is the story of an older brother/younger brother combination so I feel that it is limited to that specific audience. Overall, I really liked the vibe of the story and the message.
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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Emmye Marihugh

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A little slow to start but I overall very good. I love the semi-enemies turned couple twist to the family redemption story. Reminded me a bit of a hallmark movie though which is why I gave the 4 stars. Not a whole lot of grit to it.

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Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups Series) by Sylvie Stewart and Marika Ray – Review by Kristin Boutelle

Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups #3)Night Sweats and Hockey Nets by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a very easy fun read to occupy your mind from the reality of life. It does have humorous parts, and some seriousness to the story. The author does well in having the main characters, and even the minor ones, complement each other really well. I love how the other characters in the previous books are intertwined in this book, however little it may be. Overall, it’s a very great read.

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Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Kimberly Filer

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Match Made in Montana series. This is the story of Abby, who owns a food truck who has just arrived in small town Herd, Montana. Its here that she meets Joel, a school teacher and the towns unofficial local historian. When Joel and Abby meet something doesn’t quite sit right with Joel and he feels that Abby is hiding something. Abby has a secret that could make or break her in this small town. A super sweet romance that will leave you wanting more.

The Discovery of Magic (The Intrigue of Magic Series) by L. J. Evias – Review by Katie Turner

The Discovery of Magic (The Intrigue of Magic, #1)The Discovery of Magic by L. J. Evias
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Discovery of Magic by L. J. Evias is book one in The Intrigue of Magic series. Alice is a fantastic archer and she competes for a scholarship in hopes that it is enough to convince her parents to remain stationary and not move her away from her friends. While the book begins a bit slow, it gives the reader the opportunity to observe going through the normal motions of being a teenager with Alice and her friends before things take a drastic and unexpected turn for all of them. Entering into a realm of magic and political war in Parsa, the story is written so that we can experience the adventure with many of the characters. While moving around from different characters doesn’t always work well in every story, I really loved getting to experience the adventure in different perspectives and felt it worked perfectly here. I thought the writing was really wonderful. Descriptive enough without going overboard. The characters were well-developed and very interesting and engaging. If you enjoy a good YA with a little bit of everything to offer- a touch of romance, drama, magic, adventure, danger- you may really enjoy delving into this fantasy world! Definitely excited to see where the next book leads to!

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Heaven Only Knows (A Silver Buckle Romance Series Book 3) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Jennifer Gordon

HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS (A Silver Buckle Brides Romance Book 3)HEAVEN ONLY KNOWS by Laurie Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another enjoyable and engaging contemporary romance featuring the handsome Brockbank brothers. Each novel is a standalone story focusing on one of the seven brothers. This is the cautious and logical attorney Barrett Brockbank’s story. Whilst in New Orleans’ French Quarter Barrett chases a thief down a dark alley, only to come face to face with Agata, a stunning singer. Having rejected him, Barrett then comes across Agata again but she appears to have a different persona. Agata has spent four years hiding from her first life and five more years trying to forget the worst time of her life, when she lost the man she loved. Having made New Orleans her home the people have become her family and so in order to help them she offers to assist Barrett. Barrett needs Agata to help him understand his clients, but she intrigues him. Even though logic is telling him to run away Barrett gets drawn in deeper into Agata’s mysterious and contradictory world. Her past haunts her but neither of them can deny their feelings for one another. Both the characters and the setting came vividly to life through the descriptive narrative, making me feel immersed in the story. The storyline kept me happily turning the pages, and I felt the chemistry between Barrett and Agata. I liked how their relationship developed throughout the story.

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Luca Magoo, Don’t Eat The Glue (Luca Magoo Series) by Megan Delgado – Review by Ayla Phipps

Luca Magoo, Don't Eat The Glue: A back-to-school tale that encourages positive classroom behavior and creative expression.Luca Magoo, Don’t Eat The Glue: A back-to-school tale that encourages positive classroom behavior and creative expression. by Megan Delgado
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First book I have read by this author, and I LOVED it. The illustrations were nostalgic of Chalk Zone vibes and the fun easy to read rhymes gave a fun twist of what could happen if you ate glue. As a boy mom I may have laughed a little hard on some of the pages like the glue riding the fart cloud but highly recommend this book for a creative what if on eating just a drop of glue.

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