War Bunny: Book 1 of the War Bunny Chronicles by Christopher St. John My rating: 5 of 5 stars I was hooked from the beginning. The premise of fighting the ‘predator vs prey’ idea is transformed with this story of a bunny who decides to fight back. Unfortunately for her, societal norms dictate that prey […]
Productivity is Power: Five Liberating Practices for College Students by Hillary Rettig My rating: 5 of 5 stars As advertised, this book gives five strategies to help college students become more productive. In this day and age where we are bombarded with distractions, this book was a lifesaver for me! We all struggle to stay […]
Where’s Gramma? by Tricia Gardella My rating: 5 of 5 stars This was such a cute book that would be great for a quick story-time! The book was fun and simple to understand with clear illustrations that follow the storyline. There is a rhyming scheme that is sure to captivate children and allow parents and/or […]
No One Could See the Flea by Tricia Gardella My rating: 5 of 5 stars This story follows a boy and his dog, specifically when the problem of a flea is introduced into the mix. Everything becomes more complicated when one remedy doesn’t work and friends come to help. I appreciate how the author went […]
The Veil by Karli Rush My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book is a great introduction to a new world! We start off with a brief glimpse of Selene’s life with all the promise of a thriving business and a new life-to-be with her fiancée. We get a little foreshadowing of what’s to come […]
The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether by Danielle Ackley-McPhail My rating: 5 of 5 stars I normally prefer stories that are much longer and filled with more information, but this anthology was concise and allowed the reader to feel satisfied. Some anthologies are disjointed and you can easily get confused by the change from […]
Salt Love: A Summer Romantic Comedy by Marika Ray My rating: 5 of 5 stars Kenna gets the shock of her life after discovering her husband is not only cheating on her but that this person is a colleague. Soon after, she comes to find out that her aunt has passed away and left Kenna […]
A Cold Day in Hell by Naomi Valkyrie My rating: 5 of 5 stars Hadassah is a fallen angel who’s awaiting sentencing on earth for the crime of helping her brother save a demon. The relationship between her brother’s new family and her is strained, to say the least, so Haddie tries to build some […]
Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller by Susan Specht Oram My rating: 5 of 5 stars Irena is a single mom who’s just trying to make a good life for herself and her daughter while also juggling a business and love life. Her situation is complicated by the debt of child support owed to her by […]
Touched by Skye Turner My rating: 5 of 5 stars A fated meeting between a far and human changes their lives forever. An accidental run-in between the two leaves an impression that neither can shake. There’s instant attraction, undeniable chemistry, and yet…this can’t be – not only because humans aren’t supposed to be able to […]
Mistaken Identity by Stephanie R. Caffrey My rating: 5 of 5 stars On her way to Greece, Evelyn runs into a woman who looks a lot like her – down to the bag she carries. Unfortunately, before either can think too much about the coincidental meeting, their dropped bags are collected and they part ways […]
Planting Seeds: Growing Mindful Children Through Yoga by Janice Pratt My rating: 5 of 5 stars Diving into this book, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Of course, as it says in the title, this is a guide to yoga and meditation for children, but I got a deeper meaning from the reading/guide. There’s an […]
House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie My rating: 5 of 5 stars In a society where being invisible is your best asset, Xenobia excels and thrives under her tendencies to blend. That is, until she meets Urd, and the two become fast friends. Suddenly, survival becomes a two-person necessity and Xenobia can’t just look […]
Curse of Forbidden Island by C.A. King My rating: 5 of 5 stars Hard-working Selene is a gambling addict who works hard but has a hard time keeping a job due to the vibe she gives off. Down on her luck, having just lost her most recent job and home, Selene gets a crazy streak […]
Deja Brew All Over Again: A Runaway Bride Romance by Sylvie Stewart My rating: 5 of 5 stars Rough-around-the-edges male lead? Check. Runaway bride? Check. Throw in a few issues and the forced close-proximity and you have the perfect elements to a great story. This book was a lot of fun to read with lots […]
The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson My rating: 4 of 5 stars Marcy is a successful business owner who seems to have it all – until she starts having nightmares and develops uncharacteristic anger issues. With her sudden turn in behavior, her closest friends and boyfriend become concerned, though Marcy brushes […]
The Befallen by Cambria Williams My rating: 5 of 5 stars Sloane, the female main character, lived a simple life as an apprentice to her father’s leatherworking in a small village. When Market Day comes around, Sloane gets the opportunity to sell their wares alone, despite the trip being long – especially with her disability […]
Seraphina by Brooke May My rating: 5 of 5 stars When you think of Cupid, what comes to mind automatically is love. This is the fourth book of the Heartstrings series following the case of Cupid Seraphina who is trying to help hockey star Seth find love…for the third time. Will the stars finally align […]
Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates My rating: 4 of 5 stars Book three of the Diamond District Mystery Series, this book focuses on the mystery of a supposedly cursed diamond. Mimi, the main character and sleuthing journalist, works with her diamond dealer father, and her fiancé cop to solve a murder left […]
Finding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your Heart by Nadia Han My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is a beautiful journal! I love the prompts and affirmations, as well as the illustrations. I like how everything varies from page to page and gets you to reflect and engage. The journal is very interactive […]
Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray My rating: 5 of 5 stars Olivia hasn’t given much thought to her ex’s love life since the divorce, remaining cordial at family events, and overall moving on with her own life. What could be worse than discovering your ex is not only seeing someone but getting […]
Wolfbane by Celia Hart My rating: 5 of 5 stars Jasmine lives in a world where werewolves have an unspoken rule in their beliefs: the Goddess grants you a mate, wait for them. This rule is something she’s followed and believes in…even when she’s tempted by her best friend’s boyfriend. Then along comes the future […]
Saint 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 […]
Almost 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 […]
Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars Four children visit Mr. Barsin’s Toy Emporium to find imaginary friends. The twist: Mr. Barsin doesn’t ask for money in return for the imaginary friends…but something else. The author does an amazing job at creating a fun world where imaginary friends are […]
Heart’s Rescue by Meredith Hart My rating: 5 of 5 stars Told from the dual POV of the two main characters, this book is the first of the Fallen Hearts series. When Lady Arryn’s unofficial betrothed disappears to the Lands Below, she decides to go find and rescue her beloved despite the dangers of the […]
The Mother’s Threat by Susan Specht Oram My rating: 5 of 5 stars Who can you trust if not family? This story takes place in a familiar small town on the West Coast where nothing much happens. New business owner Violet dreams of thriving in the private security world and even has her first job […]
The Magic Carousel by K.L. Small My rating: 5 of 5 stars Russel’s been having a rough time lately, what with his grandpa moving in and taking his room, leaving Russel no choice but to stay in the basement, getting bullied, and possibly failing fifth grade. Though Russel has a dream to become a firefighter, […]
Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol My rating: 5 of 5 stars I definitely enjoyed reading this story, despite it being a children’s book and only a few pages long, I learned a lot on the subject of trap-and-neuter. The story was effective and gave information in such […]
When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve My rating: 5 of 5 stars I love the way the author tells these Fairy Tales! Each story is different from the last, but all are interesting and well-written. Some stories are darker than others, but I can’t say I have a favorite. […]
