Regaining Integrity by Brooke May My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the 4th book in the series but in my opinion, it can be read as a standalone. You do get more out of the series by reading them in order. This is a well-written second-chance romance that will captivate you from the […]
As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist My rating: 5 of 5 stars This was an emotional rollercoaster from the first page! On the first page Julie’s life is changed forever when her brother and sister-in-law are killed in a car accident. Their children are left in Julie’s care, Julie has never wanted […]
Xenia Navarro and the Magic Ants by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars The book follows the main character Xenia and her family, living as undocumented immigrants in America. The themes of immigration and deportation are addressed in a way that children can understand but I would recommend reading it with an adult […]
Mesmerised by Toya Richardson My rating: 5 of 5 stars I did personally read this series in order but in my opinion, each can be read as a stand-alone. This book is emotional, immersive, and addictive. I could not put it down! Please read this book and experience this amazing duo. View all my reviews
Lilly Tames Her Worries by Carole Heaney My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this book and its approach to explaining anxiety for children. So much of this made sense to me as someone with severe anxiety. It makes me wish I had this book as a child. View all my reviews
Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt My rating: 5 of 5 stars This really important book is about two children across the world from each other learning about each other lives. One in America and one in the Ukraine experiencing the war firsthand. It is written so compassionately in a way that children […]
I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars This fun book following a child that doesn’t feel like she fits in so she thinks shes must be an outer space alien. I loved her experience meeting the alien and how she saw the differences between herself, other children […]
Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend: A story about pet loss and saying goodbye to a furry friend. Ages 5-11 and kindergarten through grade 5. by Terri Sabol My rating: 5 of 5 stars This beautifully illustrative children’s book explains the rainbow bridge for our furry friends in an easy-to-understand and sensitive way. I would […]
Softest Touch by Adina D. Grey My rating: 4 of 5 stars A beautifully written slow burn forbidden romance. This was a lovely, engrossing read that kept me turning the pages. The characters were well written and I would highly recommend. View all my reviews
Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the first book in the series, in my opinion, you don’t need to read the prequel before this book. Please read the trigger warnings before reading this book as some readers may find the content […]
Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol My rating: 5 of 5 stars A wonderful story with beautiful illustrations introducing correct pet care to children. I loved this story and the approachable way it introduces strays and neutering your pets. View all my reviews
How to Catch Little Boys and Eat Them by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk. On the first page, we meet the giant depicted as an alien, the story loosely follows the Jack and the Beanstalk traditional story but with a modern twist with […]
Ten Little Starfish: A Counting Book by Kim Ann My rating: 5 of 5 stars This beautifully illustrated and colourful book has a lovely lyrical nature to the words and is easy to read or read to children. The book is very interactive for young children. I would highly recommend this. View all my reviews
Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the 4.5 installment in the Hidden Valleys series. Personally, I would read the book in order of the series in order to get the full context and character development but they can be read as stand-alone as well. In Cruel Start we […]
Planting Hope by Jennifer Raines My rating: 4 of 5 stars Planting Hope is a lovely contemporary romance following Holly and Kit as they navigate his gardening project. Jennifer writes really emotively and has well-developed characters. I would highly recommend this book. View all my reviews
Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the 6th book in a cosy series, this time we are transported to Paris. The author is fantastic at transporting us to around the world. She brings to life the action, characters and historical setting. View all my reviews
Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars This was a wonderful retelling of Goldilocks and the three bears using STEM. This book is well written and beautifully illustrated. Another gem from Lois. View all my reviews
Fetching Dreams by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl My rating: 5 of 5 stars This story is aimed at young readers and follows 12-year-old pen pals Nayah and Abby. They get to know each other as they live very different lives at opposite sides of the world and face their own challenges as they grow up. It […]
Love Is What It Is: A holiday Romance by Marina Hanna My rating: 4 of 5 stars I loved Toni as a character she was so strong and knew what she wanted and deserved. The holiday romance between Toni and Mickey was a fun and quick enjoyable read and a perfect escape. View all my […]
Brutal Days by Isla Vaughn My rating: 4 of 5 stars Brutal Days was intense and angst-filled. It was full of love, spice, romance and dramatic. I loved following Damon and Sky’s story. Personally, I would read the stories/books in order for the best experience of the series. View all my reviews
Brutal Nights by Isla Vaughn My rating: 4 of 5 stars Brutal Nights was intense and angst-filled. It was full of love, spice, romance and dramatic. I loved following Damon and Sky’s story. Personally, I would read the stories/books in order for the best experience of the series. View all my reviews
Shalom Israel: A place like no other by Melissa Lavi My rating: 5 of 5 stars This unique picture book takes us through Israel with engaging rhymes and colourful pictures. I would highly recommend this book for all ages to experience the streets of Israel in a distinctive way. View all my reviews
Helpful Hudson by Dannielle Pickford My rating: 5 of 5 stars Helpful Hudson is a sweet story following Hudson and his family as they learn a helpful lesson somethings you can be too helpful. You can help others but first, you need to look after yourself. I really enjoyed the importance of self-care explained in […]
The Messy Kids by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 4 of 5 stars Another gem from Lois Wickstrom with beautiful illustrations. Chester is very relatable and like most children doesn’t want to clean his room. We follow a very messy tale as Chester meets the messy kids. View all my reviews
Lap Baby: Emotional Women’s Fiction by Amy Q. Barker My rating: 5 of 5 stars Julie, Terry, Paige, and Marie survived a plane crash twenty years ago, we follow their grief, dysfunction, and pain. The author tore my emotions apart as we followed the stories of these amazing women. This author really brought these people […]
Huff…Puff…Grind! The 3 Little Pigs Get Smart: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this STEM retelling of the 3 little pigs. All of Lois’s stories bring a unique conversation adults can have with children when reading this book together. Her books are always accompanied by wonderful engaging […]
Obedience by Liza Snow My rating: 4 of 5 stars This intriguing forbidden age-gap romance will keep you curious and turning the pages from the first page to the last. I enjoyed the slow-burn bdsm nature of the relationship. The ending was certainly a cliff hanger and I will have to read book 2 in […]
Fireflies by A.R. Hadley My rating: 3 of 5 stars This for me was a difficult read I found the relationship between Dane and Mike. It was hard to read a story about a man that wants to change the dynamic of his relationship and one that needed convincing. I found the physical altercations very […]
Living With Conviction: Unexpected Sisterhood, Healing, and Redemption in the Wake of Life-Altering Choices by Toby Dorr My rating: 5 of 5 stars This raw true crime memoir tells the remarkable story of Toby as her life changes forever after she helps a convicted murderer flee the Lansing Correctional Facility where she volunteers in the […]
The Guardian of Whispers by B.E. Padgett My rating: 4 of 5 stars This book is the first in a series and I would say it’s aimed at children/middle grade. It’s an alternative fantasy/magical school setting. It was a fun story, very easy to read, and light-hearted. View all my reviews
