As a lover of nature and natural science, I very much appreciate this book for my little one. Not only is it educational, but also has a great message for little ones (and adults) to hear. This story reminds us that sometimes seeing things from another’s perspective is necessary to understand where they are coming from. This book explains how cuckoos lay their eggs in other birds’ nests, but also teaches us the reasoning behind it and relates it to the real world. Cuckoos are not typically stars of the show, so this was a nice change. My daughter wanted it read to her over and over, and she loved the illustrations! We both highly recommend this one.
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This turn-of-the-century historical fiction is a great mystery to cozy up with (don’t forget some piping hot tea and fuzzy blanket because you will want to read well past your bedtime!) Once I picked up this book, it was hard for me to put it down and engage in real life – that’s how I know it’s a good one. The setting and characters are set up and developed very well and make for an easy read. I appreciate the back story that the author weaves throughout this book to make Lottie come alive and jump off the page. I have read the Notebook series by this author – and love it – so I knew I would love this one. I was not disappointed. I love the way this author paints the scenes and develops the characters to make you become so invested in their stories that the pages turn without much effort. I highly recommend this author and this book.
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Reading this book, it is very obvious that the author knows what they are doing with words. The imagery and detail in this book are wonderful. I found myself falling straight into Hester’s life and wanting to know more and more about Aaron and how their interactions unfold. It is not hard to picture this story in my mind at all. I love the ideas in this book, and can relate to Hester’s quest to find herself and do what she wants rather than what everyone else thinks she should do. This book has a great storyline, characters, and talented author. I will definitely be looking into more of their work. I very much recommend this book.
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Book 5 of the Antipodes series keeps the action and intrigue going. You will fall into this story and forget you are reading! If you like dystopian thrillers that make you think and fall in love with the characters, this whole series is wonderful. The character development is some of the best I have seen in a series as this author really has an intelligent, thorough storytelling style. I very much appreciate that the characters deal with anxiety because I feel it is something that needs to be talked about and normalized. The author could write 10 more books of this series, and I’d be perfectly fine with that.
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Two of my favorite things are: the holidays and the supernatural. So, of course, I love Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, and I love this book. Historical fiction with a twist of mystery and suspense, this book is just as good as the others in this series. Emma has been one of my favorite lead characters since I picked up the first book. This book did not last long enough for my taste, but, they never do. I would suggest reading the previous books in this series – only because they are fabulous, and it will be worth your time. However, if you are looking for a story that will scoop you up and drop you into the 19th century, you could read this as a standalone, as well, and be just fine. This book could be a thousand pages long, and I would probably still complain it wasn’t long enough. Highly recommend!
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I am not always one to pick up a book of poetry. I am not a poet, by any means, so in order to grab me and pull me in, the words have to create an epic visual in my head. The cover was what caught my attention, initially. I was hesitant because it was poetry, but it had to do with music, so I gave it a shot. I’m not gonna lie, the Robin Williams quote was what got me excited. He’s one of my favorite humans. Y’all, this is amazing. While taking in the words, I couldn’t help but envision them how they would appear on sheet music. To be clear, I cannot read notes or music to save my life, but I do have rhythm – and these words are music in my mind. This is different than any book of poetry I have read before, and I’m glad I did not pass it by. I love words, and I love music, so I ended up really loving this book. Highly recommend.
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This is the first book I’ve ever touched by this author…and I’m very upset with myself that it has taken me this long to discover this talent! This is one of those stories that, starting out, I wasn’t sure if it would grab me, but it sure did. I appreciate or don’t appreciate a book mostly based on how well the characters are written and how they come alive for me. This book has some great characters, not to mention a furry one that, for me, is the icing on the cake. The way this author makes a dog one of the most exciting characters is wonderful. I really enjoy a good-paced story with an interesting plot to keep my attention, and I wasn’t disappointed there, either. I will absolutely be looking into getting my hands on more books by this author because it is definitely worth the time.
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One of my favorite characters is back! Emma continues to solve mysteries in this fourth installment of the Notebook Mysteries series. This is the perfect series for anyone who likes Historical Fiction, mystery, intrigue, action, and so much more. The two main characters have a great chemistry, and it makes for a smooth ride of a story. This author hooked me from the beginning with vivid imagery that pulled me right into the action alongside Emma on her adventures. Like the installments before this, it is a quick, fast-paced read that will only leave you wanting more. I highly recommend checking out this series and book for anyone who just loves to get lost in a good story.
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This is the first installment in this series. I haven’t, until just recently, gotten into apocalyptic, end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it type books. I actually almost passed on this one. I am SO GLAD I didn’t!! If you like conspiracies and mile-a-minute action, you’re gonna love this. If you’re a reader who loves to compare fiction to what is going on in the real world, this is a fun one…it’s also kind of scary, in that regard. The characters are what make a great story, for me. If character interactions and dialogue seem contrived or disingenuous, it’s hard for me to buy into the story. The writing in this is seamless between action and character involvement, which makes for a “smooth ride” all the way through. It’s easy to get caught up in the story and pretty soon hours have gone by. There is no “just one more chapter” thinking with this book. I highly recommend this book!
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Book Three of the War of Destiny series is just as compelling as the first two! Each one just gets better than the last. Julia is still a wonderful character that continues to appeal to me. I want this series to go on and on for several books, so that I could experience more and more with Julia. These books would also be just as good as stand-alones because the characters are well-developed. If you are into vampires, history, the paranormal, romance, drama, and all other emotions, pick up this book and/or series. Even if you aren’t that much into vampires and the paranormal, this book has enough action to keep you intrigued all the way through. Highly recommend!
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The first book in the War of Destiny series caught my attention right off the bat! Historical Fiction is my jam, and I pretty much inhaled this book. This paranormal historical romance was like diving head-first into nice, cold water on a hot day. It was so refreshing to get sucked into a story and not want to leave that world. The story takes place in 16th century London, and centers around Julia, a kick-ass main character, who is married off to a man she does not love – or really even like, for good reasons. She endures a traumatic experience, and is faced with a life-altering decision that unleashes her true strength as the reader is whisked along. The characters in this book are well-developed, and I became very invested in Julia’s story very quickly. For me, if a protagonist doesn’t hook me right away, I have trouble buying into the whole story, and the character development is a big deal. This book didn’t disappoint! I will absolutely be reading the rest of the series.
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As someone who struggles with anxiety, I very much appreciate the character of Evan Adler. A former NHL hockey player, he now trains a women’s gymnastics team and is struggling. Callie Pearce is a gymnast who realizes she needs to show him the love he deserves. These two characters together are dynamite! This story has everything you could want in a sports-centered love story: action, intrigue, steam, and plenty of character development to make you fall in love with the both of them. It is evident that this author knows hockey and can create a story with just as much excitement as the game itself. This is the first book I’ve read by this author, and I am glad I did. This is a realistic story with relatable characters, and you will find yourself turning page after page without even noticing. I highly recommend giving this one a try.
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Sergeant Grimm is faced with a horribly impossible split-second decision. A soldier on the war-front and now in his personal life. Dealing with PTSD, Grimm must find some way to re-enter his old life, which is now burdened with an entirely new problem. This is the first book I’ve read by this author, and I didn’t want it to end! The characters and their relationships with each other are intricate and endearing. You guys, this story is so good. It is realistic, haunting, action-packed, and not long enough for my taste. This book will suck you in and intrigue you all the way through. Highly recommend.
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This is book 6 in the Lord Hani Mysteries series. I have read another one of this author’s series before, and I love the way she writes! N.L. Holmes is an archaeologist and her knowledge brings so much to the stories, not to mention her writing style is amazing. In childhood, I had a fascination with ancient Egypt. Traveling back in time with Hani is effortless. You will get caught up in the characters and their stories. This is a great historical mystery that hooked me from the beginning!
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This is book one of two in the Nurse Morgan series. Anyone who likes paranormal intrigue with romance and great storytelling should pick up this book. Main character Morgan Cutler survives a near-death experience, and it gives her psychic abilities. This book is wonderfully written and kept my attention the whole way through. It’s a quick but satisfying read, and left me itching to get at the next book. I love a good main, female character and Morgan did not disappoint me at all! I highly recommend this book! 5 stars.
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For anyone who loves a good Greek myth, this retelling of the Apollo and Prince Hyacinth is one you have to read. Also, if you love a good enemies to friends romance, this will hit the spot. Once I picked this up, I could not put it down. Thank goodness it’s only the first book in the series. The characters are amazing and how their stories intertwine will keep you hooked and wanting more. This author has a wonderful knack for spinning intrigue and suspense into an already known story. You’re not going to want to pass this one up.
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I love a good, strong female protagonist and Margaret Rose is one I have fallen head-over-heels for. In 1940s America, there is much turmoil swirling around and inside for Margaret Rose, and this story follows her as she overcomes not only war-torn environments, but emotionally-torn internal problems. This is a great Historical Fiction full of great characters and vivid settings and imagery. I recommend this book to any reader looking for a character to believe in and root for. I give this book 5 stars and would give more if I could. I promise you will love following Margaret Rose as she navigates life during World War II.
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This is the third book in this series, and I cannot recommend this series enough! This book is set in 1885 Chicago/New York City/Paris and involves Emma Evans, a “Sherlock Holmesian” character who has quickly become one of my favorite heroines in Historical Fiction. She is strong, smart, and interesting. I absolutely love Historical Fiction and this series has not disappointed me in the slightest. This book is full of mysteries, as the title suggests, and will have you on the edge of your seat the entire time. This is one book/series that is never long enough for me. I do recommend reading the first two books in the series first because, if you don’t, you’re just going to want to go back and read them anyway – it’s that good. Also, it will obviously know everything that is going on and how all the characters have developed since book one; however, don’t let that deter you from picking this one up. You will enjoy it either way! 5 stars!
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This is book 4 of a 5 book series. Dahlia continues hunting to keep the city safe from monsters while investigating a grisly mutilation done to Ella Chandler. Full of action and suspense, this book sweeps the reader into a flurry of action and suspense while Dahlia seeks the truth. This is a wonderful escape read and I had no problem forgetting the real world for a while. This definitely can be enjoyed as a standalone, so I recommend it even if you have not read the previous installments. If you like edge-of-your-seat action and compelling characters, I would give it a shot. It’s thrilling!
I have a twenty-month-old daughter and a 7 year-old niece and they both loved this book. The vivid and bright pictures attracted my daughter and she loved going through them. My niece is “going to be a scientist” when she grows up and of course she loved the content. Plus, she loves anything to do with mermaids, so that was a bonus! This book is so cute. Trezzie is a mermaid who wants to show her friends, Maya and Fig, how to make rainbows and do an experiment with paper, a glass, and the lake water. Beware, the children you read this with will want to do these things when they are done reading! I recommend this book if you have small children as it is fun to look at and will keep their attention.
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This is the first book I’ve read by this author and – let me tell you – it will NOT be the last. This Young Adult Paranormal is led by a wonderful female character, Abbey, and is full of twists and turns that will keep you hooked. Like the title suggests, this book is full of clowns. Abbey’s high school is suddenly plagued by evil clowns and, since she can already communicate with ghosts, of course it’s up to her to deal with it. Even though this is the second book in the Ghost Girl series, I read it as a standalone and had no problem. My next endeavor will be to get the first! I recommend with 5 stars!
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This book seriously has everything to hold my attention. It is very easy-to-read. I can take the romance genre or leave it, but this author’s style of mixing in the paranormal hooked me. The characters of Hope and Russ are so enthralling and their connection so intriguing that I fell right into the story with no problem. This is the fourth book in the series, so I recommend reading the previous books, but I would also recommend any of them on their own. I love the author’s writing style and give this book 5 stars!
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This is the third book in the series. It CAN be read on its own, but I highly recommend reading the first two books first. Not only because the series should be read in its entirety to really get the full effect, but because it’s just so damn good, you’re gonna want to read all of it anyway. This isn’t my typical genre of reading, but I am glad I picked up the first book. This author has a way of pulling the reader through the words on the page and into the story. If you are into action, science fiction, and fantasy (or even if you usually don’t), dive right into this series. The characters are well-developed and interesting and the plot is full of action and jumps off the page! I give this book 5 stars, and if I could give the entire series twenty stars, I would.
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This isn’t a typical genre of book for me to pick up, but I am sure glad I did! These three books are so engrossing that it is hard to believe it’s a debut series. It is quite obvious that the author planned and fleshed out his ideas and plot-line in order to make it not only good, but believable as well. In the first book, there are several different narratives weaved together, and each one is compelling and unique. I find the story itself to be so interesting, and I love how each character believes and experiences similar things, and yet they are so completely different. Like I said, this story is intense and there is a lot going on straight from the get go, but if you hang with it, it’s totally worth it. That being said, it is not hard at all to get swept up with each character because they are described so well.
This is a series that is not only a great book for SciFi fans, it is a great book for any reader. Like I said, I usually don’t gravitate towards this genre of writing, but, like the first book in the series, book two pulled me right in. In keeping with the first installment, book 2 is rich with character and description. The MultiVerse story follows closely the storyline of three friends (Matt, Julia, and Dan) as they work to keep Earth safe; however, running parallel, is the story of a reptilian leader on his own mission. I highly recommend reading book 1 first, as book 2 is a continuation. I found it quite helpful to already have a knowledge about the setting and characters and what drives them. I very much enjoyed falling into this author’s vibrant imagination and knack for engaging storytelling.
The third book is just as good. IIt CAN be read on its own, I highly recommend reading the first two books first. Not only because the series should be read in its entirety to really get the full effect, but because it’s just so damn good, you’re gonna want to read all of it anyway. This author has a way of pulling the reader through the words on the page and into the story. If you are into action, science fiction, and fantasy (or even if you usually don’t), dive right into this series. The characters are well-developed and interesting and the plot is full of action and jumps off the page! If I could give the entire series twenty stars, I would.
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This is the second book in the Realm Chronicles, and is just as good as the first! Just like the first book, I jumped right into this one and was swept away. For lovers of a good Fantasy story, this will not disappoint. I fell in love with Titania, the strong protagonist and her character kept my interest until the very end. The struggles she goes up against and the decisions she makes furthers this interesting plot and makes the book hard to put down. This is a magical treat, and I’m very excited that it is not the last! 5 stars.
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This is the first book I have picked up by this author, and it will not be the last. Once again, I am late to the party, but I will not be leaving any time soon! This book is the perfect adventure to fall into. There is a little something for everyone and, not to mention, great characters to sweep you away into the world of murder, lies, deceit, and so much more. Fantastic read and I HIGHLY recommend this book!
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As a budding genealogist, I must say this book was wonderful. I thrive on the retelling of family tales (good or bad), and never pass up an opportunity to tell or listen to one. History and great story-telling combine in this book to bring Lizbeth Gordon’s family to life as we navigate hard truths along with her. After her husband dies, she travels home and ends up researching her family’s past. Then, her work takes her to Rio de Janeiro and the people she meets along the way help her piece together the puzzle of her ancestors. I seriously devoured this book, and it has inspired me to continue on in the research of my own family’s past. Also, this book is rich in multicultural perspectives and lessons in diversity and is a great eye-opener. Highly recommend it!
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This book starts off running with strong female characters, and I am here for it. Starting in 1965, this book centers around three women who are faced with tough decisions through impending motherhood and is based on real events. Sandy, Becca, and Faith embark upon a journey that will keep you at the edge of your seat as you root for their endearing and intriguing characters. These three women are pressured by not only the societal standards, but familial and internal standards, as well, and struggle to do what is right for them. I really appreciated this book. The story is quite easy to fall into and stay hooked until the very end – the characters are the best part about it. It left me wanting to learn more and experience more from each of these characters once I was finished. I give this book 5 stars and would love each character to get her own book!
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I am a sucker for historical fiction, and this book is the best one I’ve come across in a LONG time. First of all, the author’s style of writing is so easy to follow that I just slipped right down into the story. It’s wild to believe this is the author’s first novel. Anna is such a compelling character that it was not hard to believe her and the journey she takes into the past. I love reading books that make me ask questions and continue reading in order to get to the bottom of those questions. I am also into genealogy and am intrigued by the thought of getting to know my ancestors and the reasons why they did certain things and lived a certain way, and this novel brings it all back to the human condition. What does it mean to be human and do the things that humans do? I feel like this is a good read for teenagers, as well as adults, who are curious about delving into the intricacies of human interaction and survival. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christine J. Spulakhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine J. Spulak2021-12-12 20:10:252021-12-12 20:10:25The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Chrissy Spulak
This book is delightful! I had so much fun from start to finish, and the author is excellent at combining her real-life personal stories with magical encouragement. If you are interested in magic, or already practice, this book would be a great guide to add to your shelf. I’ve read this author before, and she never fails to pull me in and hold my imagination captive as I flip through the pages. As always, I found this book to be too short and could have read so much more. I highly recommend this book to anyone with 5 stars.
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Just One More Egg: A Science Folktale by Lois Wickstrom
