The Glow in Loretta’s Garden by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My son loved this. He loves fireflies and enjoyed learning about them. He can’t wait for the snow to melt so he can dig and try to find some himself. The information at the end of her books is always a nice bonus. The illustrations were detailed and cute.
Porter and Midge: Paws and Responsibilities: A Kid’s Guide to Welcoming a New Dog by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
It was an informative read. It teaches kids that there is a lot of work and research to do before you can bring a new pet home. It was an easy read and it held my son’s attention. He liked seeing all the different types of dogs.
Managing Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Managing Mischief really kicks things up a notch from the first book, and I loved it! The covers of this series are extremely eye-catching. If you haven’t read the first one, I would recommend it.
Alyndra really gets into how their relationship grows and changes, both inside and outside the club, as they deal with all sorts of drama. And let’s talk about those spicy scenes—whew! Also I could not believe the plot twist in this one!
Overall, it was a fun and steamy read that kept me hooked from start to finish.
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
The cover is nice and grabs your attention. Throughout the book I really wished Ashton would embrace her self-confidence. It was a little light in the smut department. I’m hoping in book 2 she moves past some of her anxiety and insecurities. I felt like I enjoyed the side characters more than the main ones.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The illustrations are beautiful. I like how the book is just the right length for my son. It keeps his attention and makes him excited for story time. He likes the repeating characters and being able to recognize them.
Vacation Flirtation…or More? by Stacey Komosinski
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was such a fun read.
The banter was great! I laughed, I blushed!
I liked that the best friends felt relatable and like my friendship with my own bestie.
And it was a nice escape from my very snowy enviroment!
Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns: Wolf by R.C. Reigh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
10/10 I loved this book! This awesome mix of fantasy, romance, and political drama gets you hooked from the beginning. I havent stopped thinking about these characters since I finished it. The world the author dreamed up is vivid and so easy to picture yourself in! I cant wait to read the entire series!
The Round Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is another cute book by Lois Wickstrom. The illustrations are nice and colorful. When her family is busy Carrie finds something unusual. My son rocked like he was on a stormy sea while we read. He plans on asking his grandma where her fascinator is.
Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I was surprised by this book. It was the first alien book that I’ve read, and I really enjoyed it. It keeps you guessing about who you can trust and what will happen. The world was well described and easy to picture. The aliens were interesting and mysterious. I definitely recommend.
Song of Earth and Claws by Lena Abram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
“Every man is a risk, you should always be worried.”
This book is AMAZING!
There was a lot of information to digest in the beginning but after that the book is a very easy read. I binged it in a day. The characters were very likeable. The cover is very pretty. The humor was great. I wish the next book was out already. I wanted to stay in that world longer!
A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
It moved at a good pace. The locations were well detailed. I could picture everything very clearly. Hopefully in the next book she gets some revenge. I struggled to get through the noncon scenes. I expected to grow to understand or care for Kingston but it never happened.
Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Its a great book for kids to learn about dog care. My son wants to hide treats for our cat and read stories to her now. He loved seeing all the different types of dogs. The dog safety tips at the end were a nice addition. The illustrations were beautiful and colorful. The kids in the book spoke more like adults but the story is great and we loved it.
Carrie’s Flight by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a quick, cute read! My son was only disappointed that it’s winter here and there are not as many birds that we can watch outside. He laughed at my attempts of the bird sounds. The facts at the end of the story were interesting and a great addition to the book.
Raining Fish and Frogs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a cute book. My 4 year old liked it. He didnt mind that the pictures were black and white. He asked if a tornado could drop toys on our house. The science note at the end was interesting and a nice addition.
Master Sardinia by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I havent read the other books in the series but the author does a good job of giving enough backstory for you to not be lost in all of the characters. I liked that the story picks up quickly. It keeps you guessing who’s loyal or not. Its great for anyone into the instalove trope and paranormal characters. It’ll be interesting to see what happens in the next book!
Quick Affirmations for Children: A to Z of Easy Motivations for Creating Better days – Positive Affirmations for Happy Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Such a cute and positive book for kids. We’ve read it multiple times already. My son already remembers what some of the lines will be and says them before I can. The illustrations are bright and colorful and it was fun for him to see characters from the authors’ other books. It was great to read this to him and teach him more empowering and positive ways to think about himself.
I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I Am a Bold Asian Boy is a enjoyable and uplifting children’s book that introduces the power of affirmations in a simple and fun way. The illustrations are bright, colorful, and bring the affirmations to life. My son was hooked by the dragon on the first page. I loved reading this to my son and being able to teach him more empowering and positive ways to think about himself and others.
Baking a Bicycle: Invisible Magic Wand Book Seven by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
My 4 year old like it! Especially the idea of an unbirthday present. The illustrations were cute and colorful. My son loves baking and now wants to also bake cookies into the shapes of his toys. It was filled with lots of imagination. We’ll be checking more books out by this author.
Ghost Takes A Vacation by Carmen Radtke
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
It’s a great book if you’re looking for a cozy mystery, with ghostly escapades that’ll make you crave gelato.
I loved the great-great-aunt/niece relationship. They made me laugh. Adriana likes to stir up trouble and play match maker. The witnesses in the book were surprising.
I recommend it for anyone who wants to solve murder and take a ride through Italy with a ghostly companion by their side.
This Egg Won’t Hatch by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
The illustrations were cute and the story flowed nicey. The story reminds us that it’s important not to trust everyone. It teaches us that trust should go hand in hand with a bit of caution, and we should be aware that not everyone we come across has our best interests at heart. My 4 year old was pretty upset about the cuckoo birds actions and as a result didnt enjoy the book much after that. It may be suited best to older kids.
Kneading a Winning Idea by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
It was a great book for my four-year-old. It kept his interest, he sat still for the whole thing, which is usually a struggle. It showed him not to give up. The illustrations were beautiful. He loved seeing what the cat and dog were getting up to on each page, especially when the cat was sitting on top of the dog. He also loves experimenting and baking and is excited to try out the recipe after we pick up the ingredients.
The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
There’s an eerie setting in this book which made it good to read around Halloween. It was a quick read. You are kept guessing what the outcome will be until the end of the book. It has interesting characters. Although I felt that there could have been more chemistry between the two main characters, I was still able to enjoy the story. If you enjoy books with M/M and supernatural characters then you may enjoy this one.
Shadow Bringer: Raven Academy by Brandi Elledge
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The cover art is beautiful and drew me in the second I saw it. The book was even better than the cover!
I was hooked immediately! I did nothing for an entire day while I devoured this. I fell in love with the characters! The friendships are relatable and made me think of my bestfriend. I laughed, blushed and had my jaw drop. This book deserves so much hype!
