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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novel is a suspenseful, entertaining plot twisting story. The details are exquisitely complex and I thoroughly enjoyed solving the crime next to our heroine, Elinor. If you like mysteriously intricate tales; this amazingly fun and yet dark novel is for you. The storyline is wonderfully detailed with amazing characters. I can’t wait to dive right in to the next one.

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae, #0.5)Whispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

While this book started off somewhat slow it did pick up and managed to capture my interest. The characters are well developed and mostly likable. The storyline has some twists, turns, mystery, and fantasy. For a prequel I found this a great beginning and look forward to reading the next. While this author is new to me I very much enjoyed her writing style. If you like fantasy and Fae novels this series is for you.

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Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Amaleigha Loves a Good StoryAmaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really like the Amaleigha stories. While I do not have little children I think these books would be enjoyed by children under the age of 9. In this story Amaleigha decides it is important that the school library doesn’t have enough books for non English speaking children and sets up a plan to get more books. Amaleigha is always helping others or making them feel better about themselves. Such a great way to show children how important it is to care for others.

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Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Super EnemiesSuper Enemies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story is about brother and sister rivalry. There is a good flow and the characters are likable. There is a strong moral to the story and the illustrations are wonderful. I would definitely recommend reading this story to children.

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The Sneaky Kitten (Invisible Magic Wand Book 4) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book FourThe Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The illustrations in this book are cute. Having read books by this author before I knew to expect a fun story for children. The author did not disappoint. Caspian uses another one of his Un-birthday gifts to deliver a cute tale about an alien kitty. Grandpa joined him and off they went on an adventure.

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Murder on Oak Street ( A South Shore Mystery Book 1) by I.M. Foster – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Murder on oak streetMurder on oak street by I. M. Foster
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was on mystery that I was so absorbed in I forgot to eat, sleep or do anything but finish the story. Needless to say this storyline was gripping. The characters are well developed and the plot was really interesting with many twists and turns. I absolutely loved the author’s writing style and look forward to many more by this author! A perfect example of a riveting story with a mysterious bent!

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If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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If I had a Magic WandIf I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story sums up what every parent wishes for their child. It is a lovely story told in the style of a poem. This is the perfect goodnight book to read to your child. The book has beautiful illustrations and really brings home how much a parent loves their child. Defined worth the buy as it will become one of your favorites to read to your babies.

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Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Amaleigha and the Big IdeaAmaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A wonderful tale about a young girl with an amazing idea to turn something she lives into a place everyone could enjoy. Some people find a precious gift and hide it away where only they can enjoy it, but Amaleigha chose to share her special place. This would be a lovely story to read to your children and teach the lesson of sharing. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is amazing.

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Glass Houses by Sinister Styx – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Glass HousesGlass Houses by Sinister Styx
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This one is a very short read. I do
believe there is room to make it a full story. When I say short I mean 7-10 minutes depending on how quickly you read. The characters could become characters the reader would come to care about. Anyhow considering the length and the characters and story as they are I would say it was both entertaining and disappointing. I wanted more backstory, more twists and turns, more character interaction and more story.

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians Book 1) by CB Samet – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians, #1)Raine Down by C.B. Samet
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Very good read! I loved that the main characters, Raine and Will, were not only well developed but also relatable in a way that makes the reader laugh, cry and become involved with their story.
This novel was a paranormal thriller of sorts, that had many twists and turns. The plot puts Will and Raine together to investigate paranormal crime. My only critique is there are a few threads of the story that seem to be left hanging. I hope that means we will see more in book 2. Overall a promising start!

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #1)Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With a Spunky & sassy heroine this book is a great start to a new paranormal mystery fairy tale set of with the added bonuses of romance and humor. Dealing with ghosts and other paranormal events, Elinor is snarky and audacious. This is a well
Developed book with a complex storyline and wonderfully fleshed out characters. I look forward to the next in this adventurous series!

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A Christmas to Remember by 5 Prince Publishing – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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A Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince PublishingA Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince Publishing by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great anthology of some really wonderful Christmas stories. They are all quick, easy reads and really bring home the heart of Christmas. While each authors story is unique to them, these stories will leave you wanting more and ready to celebrate the season. Each story, while having its own plot, has amazing character development and storylines. If you want something to kick start the holiday season this collection is definitely worth the read!

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a short but very comprehensive paranormal mystery. I enjoyed the many twists and turns and the character development. This is my first book by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Although it is a quick read it is definitely worth it. Bob is an out of work journalist who is trying to solve the mystery of the missing Gnome. What he goes through will have you laughing out loud and thoroughly enjoying all the intricacies of the mystery.

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Divided Lives by K.R. Mullins – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Divided LivesDivided Lives by K.R. Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another original cozy mystery from this author. I enjoyed the notebook mysteries so much I had to pick this one up. I love the historical details, the twists and turns, the character development and the amazing storyline. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I read it from start to finish curled up with hot tea and a warm fire. You will never regret picking up a book by this author. She is firmly on my favorite authors list.

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Mafia Elite Series Box Set Volume 2 by Amy McKinley – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Mafia Elite Box Set: Volume TwoMafia Elite Box Set: Volume Two by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spice, Sex and Secrets. This series has them all!!! The characters are well developed and become your “book friends”. I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. The author really takes the time to add in all those little details that make a story a page turner.

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Mafia Elite Box Set: Volume TwoMafia Elite Box Set: Volume Two by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spice, Sex and Secrets. This series has them all!!! The characters are well developed and become your “book friends”. I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. The author really takes the time to add in all those little details that make a story a page turner.

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Into the Light (Moon Harbor Series Book 3) by Kate McWilliams – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Into the LightInto the Light by Kate McWilliams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is the third in the series. While this could be read as a stand alone, I really think you need to read them in order. They won’t disappoint. This novel has a lot of great character development and deals with a really well thought out storyline. There is lots of drama, romance, suspense and of course an HEA.

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River Witch by Cheryl Burman – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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River WitchRiver Witch by Cheryl Burman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hester’s story is intensely detailed. I loved the history added into the plot and all the different twists and turns that come about. The river Sabrina is mystical and very eerie and as Hester grows up she learns of its powers and how to heal others. The characters are well developed and the plot line is gripping. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and will be reading more by this author.

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Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Grave Digger Academy IIGrave Digger Academy II by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the first book and moved on to this one with high hopes. It didn’t disappoint. Makayla is back in year two at the Grave Digger Academy. This years competition is more important than ever as a win means the academy remains open and a loss means the doors of the school will close. But more importantly the competition seems to have been rigged and the plot thickens as more Aegis stones surface.
The characters are lovable, well developed and have great interactions. The storyline is amazing and makes for a great read. I can’t wait to read book 3.

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The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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The Serpent AwakensThe Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first read of this author. Never in my life have I met a main character I hated as much as Nico (well in the beginning anyway), in a storyline that kept me in its clutches until the very last word. This book was intense and made me look for further meaning. I really love that the author brings about a kind of spiritual recreation and really pushes through to the readers the human experience and its importance in our lives. This book left me mind blown!! I loved every last word!

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Operation PinpointOperation Pinpoint by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Super surprised by this book. I am not a huge sci-fi fan, (the cover was so interesting I just had to read it), but this story was so much more than what you typically would get. I loved the bond between the characters. There was a bit of everything in the storyline. From drama to danger, intrigue to romance, this one packs a punch!

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords, Book 1)Return of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a book with strong character and plot development and this book has both. Between the beautiful cover lays a Fantasy land with deep ties to Norse mythological lore. There is action, adventure, fantasy, romance, and my favorite, historical details. All aspects of a great story are the building blocks an author uses to catch the reader and this author did just that. This was a page turner. I stayed up reading the night through and finally turned in at 4am, but not only did I not stop thinking about the tale, I dreamt about it. Starting book two now and looking forward to another late night.

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Curse of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 2) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Curse of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 2)Curse of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second installation in this series. You must read these in order because with a lot of the details you get in book one you will be super confused. This is not a difficult story to fall into the pages of, but I can see where someone who hasn’t read book one would get lost instead of getting immense satisfaction and enjoyment. I absolutely enjoyed all the elements of this tale. It seems nowadays books are either plot driven or character driven only. Not this book! There is strong character development and a strong plot. There is plenty of depth, drama, action, adventure, twists and turns, ups and downs, fantasy, romance and even a surprise shape shifting. Definitely worth the 5 stars.

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Oliver, A Story of Adoption by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Oliver: A Story about AdoptionOliver: A Story about Adoption by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A cute story about how children, no matter what type of family unit they come from, fantasize about the life they would live if they were brought up in a different family. Oliver is adopted and becomes angry at his father for disciplining him and so he goes into a fantasy world imagining who his birth parents are. The drawings while simple are still beautiful. Overall this was a solid four stars!

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Mermaid books are a great way to introduce your child to science. This book contains a science experiment you can do with your child just like Fig shows Maia and Trezzie how to do. I love the illustrations and the detailed science at the back of the book. This book isn’t just a great read but a great learning opportunity. The characters are lovable and timeless.

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The Mind-Reading Hat (Invisible Magic Wand Series Book 6) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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The Mind-Reading Hat: Invisible Magic Wand Book SixThe Mind-Reading Hat: Invisible Magic Wand Book Six by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Such a cute story about a boy on his unbirthday. The presents are unique and have special gifts of their own. The characters are lovable and relatable. The illustrations are well done and beautiful to look at. Definitely worth the read and your kids will love it too!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a well written fantasy science fi type novel with a strong protagonist. The details really draw you into the story and keep you turning pages until you are done. I loved the twists and turns, the non stop action, adventure and of course the relationship you can develop with the characters. I enjoyed this one so much I am gonna go back and read the first book as I have a feeling I missed some pretty significant moments. Absolutely worth reading!

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Notebook Mysteries Haunted ChristmasNotebook Mysteries Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the latest in the series that follows teenage amateur sleuth, Emma. The series itself is full of adventure, mystery, fun, and drama. This book is no exception. While being a quick read it continues to follow the life of Emma who while preparing for Christmas finds herself embroiled in another mystery. You can read this as a stand alone but while you will get a great storyline and fun characters you are missing out on what really makes all those characters tick. Throughout the series we learn so much about each one’s backstory and you always get a great storyline and another adventurous mystery that must be solved! I definitely recommend reading this story and all Emma’s stories!!

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Grave Digger AcademyGrave Digger Academy by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Family secrets, hidden magical talents and a school no one wants to be at all add up to a humorous, adventurous, fantastical, world. Makayla ends up where no one wants to be, The Grace Digger Academy and while there she begins to find out she has undiscovered abilities, plus some long buried family secrets. This was a quick read and an enjoyable one. The character development and storyline were well thought out and kept my attention from the beginning to the end.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Emma (Notebook Mysteries Book 1) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Emma (Notebook Mysteries, #1)Emma by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Set in post civil war Chicago this fun, adventurous novel is the first in this series. I have read several of the books in this series and decided after the last one that I should go back and read them in order and include the beginning of Emma’s story in that. I absolutely love this series! The characters are very well developed (even the secondary characters) and you will love, hate, laugh and cry with them. If you haven’t read this series it is so worth your time and if you have read some in this series but not in order it is so worth your time to go back and do it in order!

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