The Cool Thing: A Dark Comedy. Or Not. by Robert Rife
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is so weird! The writing style is the star in this read. If you are a fan of just about every genre, then this book is right up your alley. You will at least find one or several parts that you will like. Strange, odd, funny, sci-fi weirdness is about all I can say LOL
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The Secret Cure by J.D. Spero
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is definitely a psychological thriller packed with twists and turns! I have never read from this author before. If you enjoy suspense with a touch of action and mystery, just get the book. What I love most is that its not just a single storyline. The book is actually from multiple characters’ points of views. The characters are very deep with layers. Definitely a page turner.
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The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
OMG what a cozy little romance read! Get ready to cuddle up and fall in love. This book is like 3 stories tied into one. Each romance is set in a bookstore (which I absolutely love). Kinda reminded me of every reason I fell in love with my husband. Such a happy and lovely read.
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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is such a cute read. This is the only book in the series that I have read and look forward to reading the others to my niece. It’s targeted more for kids her age (5-10). Its such a sweet story with wonderful lessons about sharing, fears and worries, and (my absolute favorite) inclusivity. So glad that I read this and I can’t wait to read it during Auntie time.
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Slash & Burn by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Holy Shoot Me! Hahahaha you’ll get that reference if you read the book. This read is action packed and a definite motorcycle adventure! Dahlia, the main character, is a total kicka** chick. I’ve read the authors Crown of Stones book and loved them. So glad I got this one. Digging her writing so much!
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the mermaid and the rainbow by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have always loved mermaids and so do my nieces! This was a great kids book. Age range of 4 to 8 is perfect. I love how the story works in the science “experiments” and seems like it will keep kids entertained. I can’t wait to read it to my nieces and nephews.
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Weep, Woman, Weep by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
While I would consider this more of a novella, it was still an amazing read! Mercy, the main character, is quite a complicated character! I love deep, complicated characters. It makes the book a great read and you’re able to put yourself in the book. Mercy is so relatable and that’s exactly what I hope for when I pick a book. The author did an amazing job of weaving in social issues too.
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(Un)Loved by Katy Hunter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such a cute and adorable romance story. Gil and Sophie are the main characters and the story that unfolds is such a sweet one. The author’s writing style is so smooth and funny. She writes very detailed. You can easily connect enough to form mental imagery of the scenarios. Gil and Sophie’s romance makes me think of me and my husband. I was NOT looking for love and then he just showed up and we are best friends. I just really loved this story and the way the author captivated the budding romance.
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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my first read from this author. If you like Hallmark-type movies and books, you should get this one. Definitely like a chick-flick and I am here for it. It gives me all the vibes of a tight-knit sister kind-of friendship that you always dream about as a girl.
Cate and Patti (characters) have been like sisters, the best of friends, for life. Like most women, after the school years end, we all tend to go our separate ways. The friendship is like one of those friends that you don’t talk to for months but you always seem to pick right back up where you left off. There is a HUGE secret that bonds them for life and as adults it threatens to get leaked. That’s all I am going to say. I absolutely loved it and will probably re-read it on a cozy weekend.
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A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This story is an absolutely delightful read! Gina is a veteran that survives a road-side bomb. She recovered and rebuilt her life while living with her friends. Bryce is an arson inspector that seems triggered by Gina shooting him down. Gina becomes a challenge for Bryce.
The chemistry between them is intense, and no matter how hard she tries to resist, the spark between them is too strong to ignore. Bryce seems to want to tear down all the walls that Gina has built for her own safety.
I loved this book and the way romance blossoms. The author developed the characters so well. They all had depth and were multifaceted. I love how the story includes more than just outer issues. The depth of the pain and scars of Gina was so very well written.
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Exiled South by Harriet Cannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was an absolutely wonderful read. As a fan of historical fiction, the author really pulled the scenery of the environments into a fantastic adventure itself. The main character, Lizbeth Gordon, deals with a shocking horror in the very beginning that few of us ever want to imagine. Lizbeth then has to go back to her Southern roots where she learns much more than she knew before. The author perfectly portrays the locations and atmosphere. There is nothing quite like learning about the good and bad of where you come from.
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Apocalypse Thoughts by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I could not stop reading this book. The author writes perfectly for a YA read. The main character, Kella O’Malley, is definitely a well-formed teen character. There is nothing worse than teenage hormones, except for maybe growing up during a time where people are crazy from a disease and others try to eat you alive! Growing up on the Appalachian mountains myself, I loved the author’s description of the journey as well. The fact that Kella is also trying to take care of her “autistic” brother during all this makes it such a great read. The characters’ thoughts are well thought out and formed. The author did a fabulous job of keeping Kella’s character presented as a true teen living in a terrible time.
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Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is book three in the series and WOW! You definitely need to read the entire series! The author has painted an amazing picture of a mob boss and the monster that we all imagine a mafia leader to be. I love all the characters and world that the author has built throughout this series. The passion, suspense, wondering how it is all going to play out really gets me going. I love reading books like this that keep me turning the pages out of curiosity.
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Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book in this series and it was tough competition to the first book! I loved the suspense and romance.The author has a way of writing that keeps you guessing without leaving you wondering at the end. If you enjoy mafia stories, you will absolutely love this series! I am so ready for book 3.
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No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book that I have read from this author. The story is definitely a “hook, line, and sinker”. I was hooked from the first few chapters. I love how Max and Liliana have their own story lines that are even intertwined. Liliana is one of my favorite characters! She is so strong willed and wants out of her family’s shadows and ploys. Max is absolutely consumed by his revenge and that makes the story so much wilder! This was a great read.
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The Web of Humanity: A Novel by Maria Turchin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book has been an absolute treasure to read! I love historical fiction and this is right up my alley. The author takes you on a wonderful and page turning experience during WWII. Anna, the main character, drew me in as soon as the book started. I could NOT put this book down. If you enjoy a clue-finding type of book, this is the one to read. If you like genealogy, this is also a great read. It’s definitely made me want to get back into learning my ancestral history.
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Astounding performance and a great book
Overall 4 out of 5 stars
Performance 5 out of 5 stars
Story 4 out of 5 stars
I fell in love with the various voices of the actor. He did a fabulous job making this audiobook relaistic and knowing when a different character was speaking. That makes an audiobook 100% better because of the performance. The book was packed with adventure, thrill, and passion. The twists and turns in the storyline kept me listening for hours. I just couldn’t stop. There is something happening in every single chapter. I never thought it would turn out the way it did. I can’t wait for book 2!
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Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The first book definitely made me want to read this book. This book was packed with a lot more law and politics than I really prefer to read. Even though I don’t like much law, the author really did a good job about keeping the story line moving along and keeping me interested. I really love how the story and characters pick up almost right where they left off in the first book. Im excited to see how the author continues to evolve the characters. I can’t wait for the next book.
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Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
WOW! I usually don’t read books that have too much to do with law, but this book blew me away. It wasn’t at all what I thought it might be. I am really looking forward to reading book 2 in the series. I was hooked in the very first chapter. This book is more of a who-done-it type read and less to do with law. I loved that!
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Rock Me To The Top by Victoria Zak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Victoria Zak understands real life love stories and how they fluctuate. Even though my name is Dani, I really related to Mel, the lead female character, in the book. It resonated with me so much just how your past and the experiences that you have lived can affect your outlook on relationships and life. Victoria Zak kept the tension between the characters balanced and steamy throughout the entire book. I absolutely enjoyed this book as my first romance novel read in more than 5 years.
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Stranded: Cetacea Chronicles Volume 1 by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Feather Chelle packed this book to the gills with adventure and factual information about marine life! This is a great book for learning about marine ecosystems in a fun way. Stranded, in my opinion, seems like a great teaching tool for elementary students, especially in a Science classroom. The story is captivating and even kept a 30-year-old turning the pages. Feather Chelle describes sea life in great depth and paints wonderous images with her wording.
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Ashes of Aldyr by Russell Archey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
WOW! I don’t usually pick books that are fantasy, but I was willing to give it a shot and I am so glad that I did. I don’t understand why I don’t read more fantasy, since I love LOTR and the like. I was instantly drawn in as Russell Archey explains in the prologue just how uniquely the book is constructed. As a fellow writer, I love how Russell Archey put the book together. I love how each story is distinct but there remains an over all story line.
I was instantly captured by “The Rupture” and I knew I couldn’t stop then. Like the mysteries in the first chapter, I was swallowed whole, and all memory of any other story that I have read was swept from my memory. That is just how much I enjoyed this book.
Another fabulous perk to Russell Archey’s writing is the grotesque but amazing detail of his conjured creations. Some of the beasts in this book! Absolutely made of nightmare’s! I still find myself wondering how he dreamed up such horrid things. I loved the descriptions of these “things” because my mind gets to paint vividly, horrible creatures.
I’m hooked on this series and so glad that this is just book one!
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