Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Carrie Cross

Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet” is a delightful children’s book that takes young readers on a furry adventure to the veterinarian’s office. Written by Terri Sabol and beautifully illustrated by Roksana Oslizlo, this book introduces kids to the importance of regular pet check-ups and how to care for their animal companions.
The story follows Oscar and Emmy, two curious cats, as they embark on a vet visit. Through their eyes, children learn that going to the vet isn’t just for when fur babies are sick—it’s a routine part of keeping pets healthy. Just like kids have yearly check-ups, our pets need them too! The book encourages children to actively participate in maintaining their pets’ health and recognize early signs if something is amiss. From dental care to vaccinations, the colorful infographics provide valuable information in an engaging way.
As someone who appreciates both adorable illustrations and meaningful messages, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Terri Sabol strikes a balance between education and entertainment, making it accessible for young readers. And let’s be honest—anything that encourages kids to care for their pets is a win in my book!
If you’re a pet-loving family or know someone who is, “Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet” makes a fantastic addition to your bookshelf. It’s not only informative but also heartwarming—a reminder that our pets deserve the best care possible.

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Carrie Cross

Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid's Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries” is a delightful children’s book that combines baking, wagging tails, and furry fun. Written by Giselle Nevada and Jennie Chen, this charming story follows the heartwarming bond between two furry friends: Porter, a mastiff, and Midge, a Greater Swiss Mountain dog. Their human companions, CJ and Lora, join them on a culinary adventure where homemade treats take center stage.
Imagine flour-dusted paws, the sweet aroma of freshly baked goodies, and the joy of sharing treats with your four-legged pals. As Porter and Midge explore the world of homemade dog treats, young readers get to learn about baking, friendship, and the special connection between kids and their furry companions. It’s a heartwarming tale that celebrates the simple pleasures of spending time with our beloved pets.
If you’re looking for a wholesome read that combines love for dogs and baking, “Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries” is a delightful choice. Plus, it might even inspire some kitchen adventures with your own furry friends!

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Andrew’s Armor by Jill Monaco – Review by Julie Johnson

Andrew's ArmorAndrew’s Armor by Jill Monaco
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Andrew’s parents have a treasure chest for him from the time he’s just a baby. They are always encouraging him, telling him how strong and courageous he is. As Andrew grows, different toys appear in the treasure chest. One day, he finds some armor in there. He puts it on and runs around feeling stronger and braver than ever! Then, one day something happens and he puts his armor away. Nothing makes me feel strong or brave anymore. Notes start appearing on his armor, encouraging him to put it back on.

This book is very well written and describes the spiritual relationship of picking up our armor daily and fighting for the cause of Christ. It is a great way to encourage young children to be strong and brave, while also teaching them Biblical principals.

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Back in the Ring (The Predator Series) by Brooke May – Review by Shannen Kern

Back in the Ring (The Predator #4)Back in the Ring by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author is definitely on my list of books to pick up without a second thought as they create some incredible stories. This is the fourth book in The Predator series, and just like the others, it doesn’t disappoint. Bijou was a fantastic character who felt more like a friend than a character in a story. Noah is the perfect book boyfriend! The chemistry between them leaps off the pages, and I found myself fully invested in them immediately. This story will take you on an emotional rollercoaster with twists and turns throughout. I may have shed a few tears here and there, but there is also plenty of romance and spice! If you enjoy contemporary romances with steamy scenes that don’t overtake the plot, this is a great place to start. Although you can read this as a standalone, you will likely circle back to the entire series because you won’t be able to get enough. I can’t wait to see what other must-reads this author has in store for us!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Driving into the Night by Amanda Kay – Review by Christina Sanders

Driving into the NightDriving into the Night by Amanda Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Really intriguing story. I loved how the story was told from the perspectives of both characters of their thoughts, feelings, and actions. It was a lot more the thoughts and feelings they had within their own minds, and it was a unique look into what they were thinking and then what they do after those thoughts and feelings emerged.
It was so exciting to me that I was able to read it within 2 days because I just wanted to know what was going to happen next!
The story is about a demon angel and a hunter with a ring telling him what it wanted. It follows the journey of both characters and the ring and their intertwined fates.
So intriguing and had me guessing what would happen the entire book and I very much enjoyed reading this.

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The Human Mating Site, Complete Series (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Finn Cunningham

The Human Mating Site, Complete Series : A Steamy, Dating Humour RomanceThe Human Mating Site, Complete Series : A Steamy, Dating Humour Romance by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Human Mating Site Complete Series by B. L. Wilde, is an absolutely steamy wild ride. Bella is wonderfully hilarious, and her inner monologuing was great. I adored the development she has throughout each book! I would like to mention this series is VERY steamy, with lots of sexual content, so if that’s not your thing I wouldn’t delve into this. This was my introduction to this author and I was just obsessed and couldn’t help reading for way too long at a time. I look forward to seeing this author again!

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Good Things Take Time by Suzanna Lynn

Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #2)Good Things Take Time by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Good Things Take Time by Suzanna Lynn is the 2nd in the Blue Corgi series and is just as cute as the first! I love the sweet way the author shares important lessons, and how easy it is for my kiddos to understand. Can’t wait to read more to them.

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Murder in Prospect (An Eve Sawyer Mystery) by Jane Suen – Review by Amy Sprau

Murder in Prospect: An Eve Sawyer MysteryMurder in Prospect: An Eve Sawyer Mystery by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder in Prospect is an Eve Sawyer Mystery. This is the 5th book in a series, but I did not feel like I missed anything but not reading the previous books. This book follows Eve and her friend Bob who attend college together. Bob was raised by his Uncle Will and comes to find out that he had passed away, but suspects something just isn’t right about it. He invites Eve to spend Spring Break together. She had solved different mysteries before and thought maybe she could help him look into his death. This is super cute, very quick read and will leave you feeling satisfied with the result.

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RELEASE (REWIND Series) by Rowan Shaw – Review by Tausha Treadway

Release (Rewind #5)Release by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

RELEASE (REWIND Series) by Rowan Shaw . This is the end of this series with a set of stories that gives us a update on all the characters from the previous books in the series. I do recommend reading the others previously to get a better understanding of the characters. There is also a warning about the subject of suicide in this story. Its set 4 years in the future from the other books so its a sort of catch up on everyone. Adrien was the most heart wrenching of all. He has grown and I was thankful he had a great support system with Raphael and his sister Celeste. There are some truly heart wrenching scenes in this book and I would recommend reading the trigger warnings before reading. Its a very emotional read and I wasn’t sure going in I was going to be happy with this being the ending but I really enjoyed it and loved getting to see how everyone was doing!

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Jenni Bishop

Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience (Buddy the Blue Corgi)Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Good Things Take Time is the second charming book in the Buddy the Blue Corgi series. My Grandsons were excited to be reading another adventure featuring Buddy. In this book Buddy the sweet Corgi is back to help children learn some life lessons in a fun setting.
Buddy has not known anything other than the life he has now but that is all about to change as he and his brothers and sisters find themselves with new families. It is understandable that he has anxiety of the unknown and his mum once again helps him to settle.
Follow along as Buddy finds a new home and a family who love him.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Her Sapphire Blade (Guardians of Camelot Series) by Sarah Biglow – Review by Lucinda Morton-Phillips

Her Sapphire Blade: An Arthurian-Inspired Portal Fantasy Novel (Guardians of Camelot Book 1)Her Sapphire Blade: An Arthurian-Inspired Portal Fantasy Novel by Sarah Biglow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fantastic spin on the Arthurian myths!
Morgan le Fay is a witch, albeit not a very good one in modern London. She was raised by her Aunt Nim and has grown up hearing all about Camelot and how she is the lost heir to the throne. Morgan believed that they were just fairytales until one day when she & her aunt are attacked and a mysterious stranger named Emerys whisks her through a portal to Camelot.
Camelot is very different to how Morgan imagined it, having moved with the times. Morgan’s magic snaps into being as soon as she arrives in Camelot but she is untrained and it is unpredictable. Emerys and her apprentice only have a short time to teach Morgan to control it before the tournament where she will face Prince Arthur in the final bout if she can manage to get that far. With a bit of luck and inspiration from the dead Aunt Nim, she defies the odds when faced with witches, fae and dragons throughout the rounds.
This is a fast-paced book that grabs you from the start – full of action and intrigue, and a dash of romance.

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Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 5) by Libby Kay – Review by Tausha Treadway

Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls, #5)Forever to Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 5) by Libby Kay. This is such a sweet, romantic series. Each book in this series focuses on a couple in the Buckeye community. This is Mallory and Beckett’s story and its so good. Mallory is helping her brother Evan with his upcoming wedding and its leaving her feeling a little like a spinster. Evan is Mallory’s brother and along with Beckett they were inseparable growing up. Beckett and Mallory always had a attraction to each other but because he was Evan’s sister, Beckett felt she was off limits. When he comes back to town after the loss of his Grandfather and he is the best man and Mallory is the Maid of Honor they are spending a lot of time together and the spark is still there. Fresh on both their minds is the pretend wedding they had when they were younger. When they finally give in to dating they are scared others will not be happy and cause them grief. Will they finally have their happily ever after. Read this sweet small town, second chance romance to find out.

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El Diablo (Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Series) by Kathryn Dodson – Review by Tausha Treadway

El Diablo: A Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Novel (Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Series Book 2)El Diablo: A Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Novel by Kathryn Dodson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

El Diablo (Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Series) by Kathryn Dodson. This is just like the first book, you better sit down and hold on! I highly recommend reading these books in order to better understand the story and characters! Jessica is trying to settle down and have a “normal” life she marries her best friend and becomes a paralegal. The more normal her life is the more bored she gets. When a friends daughter tells her about a pastor that may be doing inappropriate things she decides she can’t sit still anymore. This sleazy Pastor is also a client of her boss and he’s going to the high school to prey on these young girls in a Christian group. Jessica jumps right back into her investigating days and throws herself and her family in all kinds of danger. This story will keep you flipping pages until you are finished and its full of danger, mystery, suspense and a psychological nut! I can’t wait to read the next book in this series. Its been one of my favorites all year!

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Alchemy of Glass (The Apothecary Series) by Barbara Barnett – Review by Lucinda Morton-Phillips

Alchemy of GlassAlchemy of Glass by Barbara Barnett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

‘Alchemy of Glass’ is the 2nd book about Gaelan Erceldoune, an immortal apothecary. Whilst you could read it without reading the first book, you would get a much better understanding of the events in this book if you read ‘The Apothecary’s Curse’ first.
Once again, the story moves between several time periods, including actual time travel into a possible future. We share Gaelan’s confusion as to whether things are real, if he has gone insane, or if he is alive or dead.
It becomes a race against time to put things right and prevent an apocalyptic future from manifesting.
This book is a wonderful mix of Celtic mythology, fantasy, sci-fi, science and magic.

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You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kristin Boutelle

You Are Special (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #1)You Are Special by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What Buddy goes through in this story is very relatable for everyone, especially the little ones. I love how the author provides examples that the children can relate to. At the end, it does provide a bible verse that does go with the theme of the book. The artwork is very well done. With every written page, there is an appropriate picture that shows the reader what is going on with Buddy and showing examples that his mother says.

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The Human Mating Site, Complete Series (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wild – Review by Jessie Hopkins

If you aren’t interested in steamy intimate scenes and adult language, this isn’t the book for you.
Oh Bella, what a wild ride. The inner monologue no portions had me rolling. Through each Novella you add another of Bella’s conquests, which honestly she deserves after a 12 year marriage that really led messed with her emotions, ending with being cheated on.
Her friends are a blast. Each with their very own interpretation on her relationships but ALWAYS having her back.  A mix of single and married ladies that truly just enjoy and appreciate each other for all their similarities and differences. Their girl group is strong, which is truly what Bellla needs as she navigates the world of dating after her marriage.
Things change a lot in 12 years, so online dating is new for Bella and the ways of communication compared to when she met her husband have definitely advanced. She’s attempting to discover herself again  and find out what it is that she wants. And boy does she experiment finding what she is and isn’t into.
A great collection of stories

Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Jessica Smith

Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Corpse Pixie
By Sinister Styx
5 star review
Once I started this book it was hard for me to put it down. In this book you will read from the POV of multiple characters. The main character is Rene who is just trying to seek justice for his twin sister. Along the way Rene’s path crosses with Belladona who has big plans for Rene. They form an unusual relationship and help each other reach their end goals. Rene also discovers that all of the paranormal beings from the fairy tails are real. Pixies, witches, vampires,etc. Rene and Belladona end up discovering a major bombshell of information that turns Rene’s world upside down, yet helps him find closure. If you like all things paranormal as well as a good mystery, this is the book for you.

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience (Buddy the Blue Corgi)Good Things Take Time: A picture book about learning patience by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Good Things Take Time is Book 2 in the Buddy the Blue Corgi and I just adored this story so much. I do love Buddy the Blue Corgi and I am becoming quite fond and smitten. This story is beautifully illustrated, easy to read and learning the value of patience.

Buddy and his siblings are now ready to go to their forever homes. Buddy learns what it means to have patience and wait for the perfect family to be a part of and will love him. This is truly a wonderful story that the little ones will enjoy and also the young at heart.

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Lapidius: Book 1 (A Nation Found Series) by Matthew Runals – Review by Bobbi Wagner

LapidiusLapidius by Matthew Runals
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

his is my first book by this author in which I enjoyed reading from beginning to end. This is a young adult story about Joey and his mom. There is not much work for his mom so she sends Joey away to Lipidius. It is a mystical, fantasy place that is full of magic and monsters. This is a nation where the students find that they have something to fight for. What happens with Joey is something you don’t want to miss. He is a great character that any young adult will enjoy reading about and the adventure he takes you on is not one you will soon forget. I enjoyed watching the growth of the characters throughout the story that made it easy and entertaining to read. This is a fast paced story that is engaging and hard to put down. I look forward to seeing what is next for this author. I highly recommend this book.

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Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 5) by Libby Kay – Review by Jules Herbert

Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls, #5)Forever to Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I LOVE this series so much! This talented author has created such a wonderful town and characters that you truly just fall into the pages and wish you could really be there with everyone LOL. Turning from friends to more is definitely not easy for Mallory and Beckett but their story just filled my heart with love. Do yourself a favour and check out not only this book but the entire series!

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Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Amelia Stansell

Midnight FallsMidnight Falls by John (ronin) Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was really good. Josh returns home to Midnight Falls to work freelance for the local paper. He makes friends with his neighbors and gets a girlfriend Lizzie. Josh’s dog Nimrod is really upset he bust through the door and they look at the window and see this thing with glowing red eyes. The sheriff in town also has beef with Josh. It is very hard to know who to trust in that town. I’m looking forward to more from this author.

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Trish Ann

G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really appreciated this book. The sophistication for an alphabet book is refreshing! I teach reading intervention and this was a fresh feel for letter representation. The words illustrations are stunning. Definitely a great choice for anyone’s classroom, home or personal library.

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Forbiddenly Yours (Titans of Chicago Book 2) by Anise Storm Review by Heidi Woodring

Book two in the Titans of Chicago, Forbiddenly Yours, by Anise Storm simply is FIRE! Nicole and Callum simply light this whole book on fire. Nicole always the perfect everything, always had an image to uphold and when away on vacation in Costa Rica, she had a fling, A one night stand. She needed that right before she started school and then she walks into her class and her professor is the one, the one-night stand. They know that they are off limits to each other but they both feel that flame, that pull. This leads to many stolen moments together. When the one who is obsessed with Nicole tries to ruin Callum’s career, things get messy fast.
This is another must read by Anise Storm who never disappoints with great world building, passion, characters you grow to love, and a story line that leaves you wanting more and more. This book for me truly had it all and wished I could read more about them. I truly like when characters and the book leave me wanting more, The Titan Series truly will do that to any reader !

Back in the Ring (The Predator Series, #4) By Brooke May Review by Heidi Woodring

Back in the ring by Brooke May is the 4th book in the Predators Series, and another that I could just NOT put down. Noah and Bijou are the main characters in this story, and gives us an amazing second chance love that will leave you in awe. Both have lost someone so close them and left to raise children alone. Noah moves to Phillips Creek to get away from the media and Bijou has lived in Phillips Creek her whole life. Both feel the spark and months into their relationship the media finds Noah. This brings up so much for Noah but Bijou wants to stand by her man no matter what.

This book truly had to be my favorite in the series so far, I love the single parents coming together after such a loss. Every time I pick up a Brooke May book, I don’t want to put it down. Instantly I am taking in by the characters and the writing style. Well done again!

Murder in Prospect (An Eve Sawyer Mystery) by Jane Suen – Review by Amber Oakes

Murder in Prospect: An Eve Sawyer MysteryMurder in Prospect: An Eve Sawyer Mystery by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cozy short mystery novel and book 5 of the Eve Sawyer Mysteries. It Has Eve Sawyer following her Good Friend Bob Harding from Campus to his hometown of Prospect, Colorado. Bob has enlisted the help of Eve to look into the death of his Uncle. He thinks something was off the last time they talked. After arriving Eve begins to try and piece what could have happened to Bob’s uncle. Piece by piece she begins to suspect the death was more than just natural causes. But will you guess the right killer and the reason behind it? You will have to sit down and cozy up with this book to find out!

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Back in the Ring (The Predator Series) by Brooke May – Review by Kerry Carr

Back in the Ring (The Predator #4)Back in the Ring by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 4th book in The Predator Series. Once again we are taken on an emotional journey dealing with loss, grief, and learning to love again. This book could be read as a standalone however I thoroughly enjoyed every book in this series. The author has an incredible way of writing characters that the reader can emotionally connect with which makes the stories even more powerful.

In this story we meet Bijou Augustine and Noah. Both of our main character have been dealt blows by losing the love of their lives and now they are learning to rebuild their lives.
Bijou was left widowed and looking after her daughter all while trying to run the children’s centre that her late husband started. Time are hard, the centre needs so many repairs and Bijou can’t afford to do them. However she doesn’t want to let go of the last connection to her deceased husband. Since his passing Bijou’s life has revolved around the centre and her daughter, romance has never really played a part of been a thought until she meets Noah.

Noah has moved to the small town hoping for a fresh start. After losing his wife in an accident Noah has shit himself off from the world and pushed people away. However when he goes to do some work at a children’s centre in his new town he can’t deny the attraction towards the owner Bijou. Will he be able to let his walls down and maybe have a second chance at love or will he push her away like everyone else?
And how will Bijou react when secrets are revealed will it bring them closer together or push them further apart?
Can they work together to save the Children’s centre or will Bijou lose the dream her deceased husband worked so hard for.

  • This is an emotional story about dealing with loss and fighting for a second chance at happiness.

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Good Things Take Time (Buddy The Blue Corgi Series) by Suzanna Lynn Reviewed by Phylis Carpenter September 2024

Good Things Take Time (Buddy the Blue Corgi, #2)Good Things Take Time by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A really good book that I think my grand daughter will enjoy. Buddy was born looking different than his brothers and sisters and as they were finding their forever homes he thought he wasn’t going to find his.

Check out the story and I loved the pictures I think your little one will enjoy it too.

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Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella – Review by Crystal Brehant

Where's Gramma?Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such an adorable story about what this Gramma gets up to! She is constantly on the move and her grandkids must find her! The illustrations are super cute as well. They are very imaginative and fun. I think most kids would love to read this book and find out where Gramma goes!

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Andrew’s Armor by Jill Monaco – Review by Crystal Brehant

Andrew's ArmorAndrew’s Armor by Jill Monaco
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a cute story. It had beautiful illustrations. Andrew feels strong and brave until something happens and he gets upset. After being made fun of, he no longer feels like he is a brave and strong boy. He mopes around, feeling bad about himself. Will Andrew find his courage again? You must read to find out!

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RELEASE (REWIND Series) by Rowan Shaw – Review by Crystal Brehant

Release (Rewind #5)Release by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author. I haven’t read the other books in this series. As I was reading, I did feel a little lost at times. I suggest reading the previous books before this one. However, the writing was really good. It had me intrigued throughout. After I finished reading, I found myself wanting to read the others in the series!

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