The Cool Thing: A Dark Comedy. Or Not. by Robert Rife My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wow, what an epic read! The details, scenery, and story were all intertwined so perfectly. The balance between humour and fear kept me flipping pages. I loved the characters and found them highly relatable. This is just an […]
The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another wonderful addition to the ‘Mermaid Science’ series from the author! The story is sweet and has a trust that is illuminated through friendships. The science incorporated through the narration led to another experiment with my niece who loves […]
Caring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your World by Alli Eldridge My rating: 5 of 5 stars A powerful and heartfelt narrative about the life, love, and death of Kingsley. For the author to share a portion of her life for those who may also be grieving […]
The Mastermind by Nadia Han My rating: 5 of 5 stars A steamy romance with a whodunnit plot “The Mastermind” is a powerful read that keeps you pulled in and wanting more. The character development and relationships were so thick and poignant that you were able to seriously envision the back and forth banter, love, […]
Toby: The (Mostly) True Story of a Former Bad Dog by Stephenie Wilson Peterson My rating: 5 of 5 stars This quirky and fun read was enjoyed by my 9 year old niece. There were plenty of face palms as we read along to Toby’s quarrels with the neighbourhood cat. The story provided laughs, moments […]
Bake Off by Cori Cooper My rating: 5 of 5 stars Bake Off is the second book in The Bake Believe Trilogy and it follows the same wit, humour, and challenges the first novel encompassed. With strong characters who hold relatable personality traits, Bake Off provides a wholesome YA experience for readers. The family history, […]
Unabridged by Melinda De Ross My rating: 4 of 5 stars A very sweet and quick romance that brings two lovers back together. The main character has a lot of sass and personality which brought her thoughts to life. The interactions between her and the love interest were genuine, powerful, and… maybe a bit cheesy, […]
The Know-It-All Pencil by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars An excellent and sweet story about a magic pencil. The element of curiosity and mystery kept my niece and I on our toes. Truly a story about doing good in the world, with such a sweet touch. Recommend this book for all young […]
the mermaid and the rainbow by Lois Wickstrom My rating: 5 of 5 stars I absolutely LOVED this book, especially because it incorporated science throughout. It took me about 30 minutes to read this to my niece as we had to stop and try out all of the experiments that were presented throughout. It is […]
Apocalypse by Theresa Pocock My rating: 4 of 5 stars An epic sequel, Apocalypse continues the story set in Edenia. With stunning world-building and continued character development, the story of Seth and Miriam fills with more depth and detail. A plot that has you flipping pages will keep you stuck to this story like glue. […]
Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young My rating: 4 of 5 stars A truly delightful and engaging read, Divine Vintage is bound to keep you wanting more. The world-building between centuries was executed perfectly and brought to life the stories found in each time. The description of the clothing is stunning and the anticipation for […]
Doctor D’s Orderly Affair by C.A. King My rating: 4 of 5 stars Humor, whit, and an exciting plot all enmeshed into this wonderful story. I found myself laughing out loud at Emily and her antics throughout the book as she was written in such a relatable way. The romance was steamy and well worth […]
The View from Here by Leon Stevens My rating: 4 of 5 stars This story is an enchanting and mysterious adventure for our protagonists. Full of mind-twisting puzzles, the story will keep you on your toes as you make your way through the novella. It is a touching story that shows the beautiful side of […]
Exiled South by Harriet Cannon My rating: 4 of 5 stars “Exiled South” starts as a devastating loss that turns into a narrative of reconnecting with the self. The story is full of rich knowledge, depicting the history of the Southern states. The changing narratives and timelines brought an impactful force to the reader, giving […]
Limbo by Laura Koerber My rating: 4 of 5 stars A beautifully woven story that examines the meaning of life and death and all the small in-betweens. In Limbo, we see how a plethora of diverse lives comes to be, existing in a place that is neither heaven nor hell, and the ability each individual […]
Black Canvas by Laura Rossi My rating: 5 of 5 stars If you are looking for an intense, mysterious, mind-warping thriller- this is the book for you! I gulped this story down from page one and spent too many “one more chapter” debates before bed. However, even if I wasn’t reading it before bed, it […]
Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie My rating: 4 of 5 stars Practically Pagan- An Alternative Guide to Magical Living offers an opportunity to explore real world magic in a wonderfully written self-care manor that is accessible to anyone wishing to use magic in their life. As someone who […]
Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie My rating: 4 of 5 stars Valkyrie provides a short, but fully intriguing MM paranormal romance. This was my first introduction to the author and I am excited to read other novels by them! The story, while brief, is intertwined with beautiful details throughout. If it was fleshed […]
Weep, Woman, Weep by Maria DeBlassie My rating: 5 of 5 stars A mysterious and gripping read, DeBlassie paints an intricate story full of racial discourse, generational trauma, and strong women fighting against all odds. I appreciated all aspects of this story and was able to easily visualize key elements including La Llorona, the farm, […]
Stranded: Cetacea Chronicles Volume 1 by Feather Chelle My rating: 5 of 5 stars An excellent and informative story for ocean lovers of any age. This story had me entranced and wanting to read more (I may have said “okay” to the “one more chapter” request a few too many times). I really enjoyed how […]
Saratoga Roan by Bree M. Lewandowski My rating: 4 of 5 stars Lewandowski brought a wonderful novel to us with Saratoga Roan. Not only was I reflecting inward with the family troubles described, I was passionately routing for Rhett and Cassandra the whole time. The writing was beautiful and made me miss the farm I […]
Caine by Anise Storm My rating: 4 of 5 stars Another excellent book I have been waiting for from Storm. I really enjoyed the storyline and finished this book quickly! I especially enjoyed the character development into Emery as she was only a side character in the first of this series. And talk about SPICY! […]
Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon My rating: 5 of 5 stars This story was beautifully written and illustrated. It provides the rhymes and images to keep young ones involved. My niece especially enjoyed this story at bedtime. The lesson at the end to accept others who are different than yourself […]
Hawke by Anise Storm My rating: 5 of 5 stars A “syn”-ful read that is sure to keep you flipping pages for more. This book hooked me from the first chapter and had the spice, romance, and suspense that kept me wanting more throughout. The characters were so well written that I felt as though […]
The Murders of Lillian Ross by Sirena Van Schaik My rating: 4 of 5 stars This was a powerful and heart wrenching page turner for myself. Although I had to take breaks in a few places, due to the detailed descriptions and horrific story, this was a story that I couldn’t stop reading. The adult […]
Lake of Flowers by N.L. Holmes My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wow, what an excellent read! This was my first read from Holmes, but it will not be my last as I have to gobble up the rest of the books in this series. Despite this being my introduction to Lord Hani and the […]
Dragons by Ty Drago My rating: 5 of 5 stars An immersive and fast-paced sci-fi adventure that is bound to keep you flipping pages. This book builds the scenery, characters, and storyline in an epic way. There is never a chance to stop and reflect on the continuous bombs and cliffhangers thrown your way because […]
Mornin The Super Bird : Mornin Finds a Way to Stop Extinction by Jules Heartly My rating: 5 of 5 stars Mornin the brave bird takes on an epic quest to save bird species from extinction in the adorable, well-written, informative book! It is very catchy, but gets straight to the point of how to […]
Apocalypse NOPE!! by Deidre Huesmann My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wow! What an incredibly intriguing and entertaining story. I love how Huesmann reflects our current populations within this novel, making it relevant to anyone who reads it. Ivy-Jean makes an excellent lead character who is relatable and spunky. This story had me wanting more […]
Tapestry of Worlds, Part Two: Running and Gunning by Hadley Thorne My rating: 4 of 5 stars Wow, what a great novel. Suspenseful, mystical, and thrilling. I really enjoyed the interlacing of world’s in such a creative and descriptive way. This was my first introduction to Thorne and I am very excited to continue reading […]
