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Nessie and the Living Stone by Lois June Wickstrom – review by kat Mellon

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Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie's Grotto)Nessie and the Living Stone by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nessie and the Living Stone was a really cute read. I read it to my girls before bed time and they really enjoyed it! My oldest is having a hard time with sharing and being selfish and was really able to spot that in Craig since we’ve been working with her on it. All three girls were able to see difference in attitudes between Craig and Linda in how nice he was towards her at the end. A fun story and good way for kiddos to learn these lessons!

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada – review by kat Mellon

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid's Guide to a Happy Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My girls and I really enjoyed this book! The rhyme of the words makes it almost hypnotic for my toddlers and they loved learning how they can play with puppies safely and how the puppies can have more fun. It’s a really good read for adults as well, who are wanting to get their dogs thriving and trying new things.

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Renewed by Sara Vinduska – Review by Kat Mellon

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Renewed (Fateful Justice Book 6)Renewed by Sara Vinduska
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

While this is the 6th book in the series, it is completely stand alone. This is the first book by Sara Vinduska that I’ve read and will absolutely read more! Renewed was a lighthearted and easy to read romance, with plenty of steamy scenes. The danger and intrigue element made the book hard to put down. The characters were wonderfully written and looking forward to more.

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A Christmas Amish Courtship by Jennifer Spredemann

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A Christmas Amish Courtship (Amish Courtship #3)A Christmas Amish Courtship by Jennifer Spredemann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed A Christmas Amish Courtship! It is the 3rd book in the series, but did great as a stand alone. I had not read the previous two and had no issues with following the story line, but neither did the story get bogged down with details from the previous two. The characters were wonderful and I really liked learning more about the Amish culture while reading. Without giving any spoilers, I like that the author didn’t drag out the miscommunications. It seems that can happen a lot with other authors and it was refreshing to not have it happen here. Great read and will definitely catch up on the others.

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The Christmas Carousel, by K. L. Small – Review by Kat Mellon

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The Christmas Carousel (The Brass Ring Series, Book 2)The Christmas Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Christmas Carousel by K. L. Small is the 2nd book in the Brass Ring Series. I was completely captivated by the first book and the 2nd book held the same magic for me! Such a great book for children. Though the carousel from the first book is closed for the season, the magic doesn’t stop. A Christmas carousel takes up residence temporarily in the mall, providing new adventures and the true meaning of Christmas. Absolutely amazing, especially for slightly older children who are learning what Christmas really is about. Definitely recommend!

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The Magic Carousel by K.L. Small – Review by Kat Mellon

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The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring #1)The Magic Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ok so I absolutely LOVED this book! I was planning on just reading it to my kids as they fall asleep, but found myself reading long after they had started sleeping. My girls loved it (3 and 4) but I am also going to give it to my 12 year old to read and I think he would really enjoy it too.
The world building is incredible and so vivid. The storyline is so unique and the characters are wonderful. K. L. Small really brings the main characters to life and I just wanted to rescue poor Rus. No spoilers, but I felt so sorry for him and was so frustrated that the adults in his life didn’t seem to notice he was struggling. Happy endings for all, but does illustrate some real life struggles in a way that is easy to understand and empathize with.
Recommend this book for readers of all ages!

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom

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Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien)Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rocketship Made of Stars: Naming Constellations (I am an Alien), by Lois Wickstrom was a really cute book! My kids loved it and really enjoyed learning about the stars and what constellations are. They giggled over the thought of an alien at their school! Great way to introduce science and space to young readers, and to help grow a love of learning and reading.

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A Match made in Montana by Elsa Winckler

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A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta, #2)A Match Made in Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Match Made in Montana was a sweet romance and easy to read. It is a part two of a trilogy, but can somewhat stand on it’s own. It does move super fast- like within first chapter the romance is made known. Maybe there was more backstory and chemistry that I missed from the first. I like the character development with Craig, I wish there had been more in the storyline with the ex-fiance… he kind of just showed up and made a tiny amount of drama but that was it. Wish we could have dived a little deeper there. But still overall a good book and a fun read. Def recommend if you’re looking for a good and steamy romance.

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Holding up the Sky by Lois Wickstrom

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Holding Up the SkyHolding Up the Sky by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Super cute story! My kiddos loved it. Sweet and simple, easy to follow, but still conveys an important message. Very good book!

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Trapping the Butterfly by Debra Parmley – Review by Kat Mellon

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Trapping The Butterfly (Book One in the Butterflies Fly Free Series)Trapping The Butterfly by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved Trapping the Butterfly by Debra Parmley! The characters are believable and relatable. It’s a super easy read, and hard to put down! I read this in one sitting because I just couldn’t put it down. There was romance, exploration, danger and excitement but I would say still appropriate even for mature YA readers. Set in prohibition times, Bethany’s overprotective guardians (aunt and uncle) are determined to continue managing their niece (and her inheritance) by arranging a marriage with an unsavory business partner. While vacationing at the hot springs, Bethany unknowingly befriends a woman who is caught up with a gangster working closely with Al Capone. As she catches the eye of another gangster, Bethany is caught between the excitement and newness of this dangerous world and the safety of her new friend, Paul, a detective undercover watching the mobs activities.

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