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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Melissa Fink

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Flying at Recess was another kids book written by Lois Wickstrom. I love how her books helps kids have imaginations. The pictures are illustrated beautifully. The book is full of colors. The details in the story is good. I would say this book is great for 7-9 year olds to read alone.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Andrea Lopez Salazar

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
4 Stars
Soara in introduced with her friends Lulu and Zanie where she does EVERYTHING with them. Except at recess, she flies!!! When the bell rings she has to be back in time for class.

Very Cute and imaginative story. My daughter M loved it cause she says she can do those things too. Loved the illustrations

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Emily H

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Soara and her friends Lulu and Zanie do everything together, except Soara has the ability to fly. Her friends support her on her adventures, but when recess is over and they become worried Soara needs to hurry to get back to her friends and school.

A great book for using your imagination. The illustrations are beautiful in this story and Soara is a wonderful character.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another wonderful story by an incredible author! I make a point to seek out this author’s books because my kids love them so much. I may be (a little) older than the targeted audience, but I’m a child at heart, so I end up having a blast too. Soara loves to fly around high in the clouds and spend time with the butterflies. Can you get lost when you’re flying? Find out with Soara and her friends. We played an imaginative ‘what if’ game after reading this and explored our own flying world at home. We loved the illustrations as they really add more depth to the story and kept both of my kids’ attention. Share this fun adventure with the young ones in your life at home, at school, or at daycare!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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One Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper – Review by Trista Martin

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One Quarter VillainOne Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The first book I’ve read by this author and it did not disappoint. This was a fun and captivating YA fantasy. The author did a great job developing her characters. I particularly liked the FMC Maddie and her getting the gift of a DNA test from her grandmother as a gift. She has always been a rule follower and much to her surprise the results reveal she is one-quarter villain! Highly recommend this one.

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Rose McCaskey

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great read, it’s short and flows well. I love that it is based at a Renaissance event. As someone who also loves Ren fairs and cosplay I really liked the descriptions and detail it had. Then adding in a mystical aspect with rat men made it even more intriguing. I just wish it had been longer so I could know what happened with Heather and Rylan and if they defeated the rat men.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beautiful illustrations, unique names and fun story. Soara is special, she walks with her friends all the time but at recess something special happens and she flies. Though she is flying she still plays with her friends Lulu and Zanie making it seem like they have magic. Easy to read and unique story. The only rule is to make sure you’re back at school when recess ends.

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not what I expected at all. It is quite interesting and unique. The characters are well meshed with each other. There is a lot of action going on in certain parts of the story. What stands out the most is that Enkidu challenges Gilgamesh to balance him out.

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Kerry Baker

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a historical fantasy story that is a retelling of Gilgamesh. This is a well written and interesting take on the story and the author has done a great job of making it her own. The characters are interesting and really bring the story to life. There were so many layers to them, I enjoyed learning more about them all.
I thought the overall story was good. It flowed well and had a great narrative to it. I was engaged with the story and loved watching how it all unfolded. The author has taken an already known story and really put a fresh take on it. This is a great book and I am looking forward to the next installment.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The story is about a little girl named Soara and her three friends, Lulu and Zanie. These three friends are inseparable except at recess. At recess Soara can fly, but only at recess. While she is having fun flying, her friends become sad because they are playing alone. This one-day Soara is running late but finally makes it back, but she was late. This was a weird story. You don’t understand why she can fly in the first place and it just ends with her back in school and late. I just am not sure what the purpose of this book was but I am sure a child would think it was cool she could fly.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Thought the book was well written and loved by a 5 year old. The book is about 3 friends….. Soara, Lulu and Zanie. Soara can only fly during recess but her friends miss playing with her at recess. Like playing ball her and swinging on the swings. When she hears the bell ring she knows she must get back in time before it’s too late.

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Amy’s Betrayal (Gemstone Massacre Series) by Julia Goldhirsh – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Amy's Betrayal: An LGBTQIA+ Arthurian, Urban Fantasy (Gemstone Massacre Book 2)Amy’s Betrayal: An LGBTQIA+ Arthurian, Urban Fantasy by Julia Goldhirsh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Amy’s Betrayal is the second intriguing book in the Gemstone Massacre series. Make sure to read the first book Amy’s Rebellion as the books follow on. The series is an intriguing New Adult dark fantasy stories. I would also strongly suggest reading War of the Twin Swords before these two as it tells of the war and clans.
Julia packs a lot into her tales that keeps the reader engaged right the way through she has also written characters that are LGBTQIA+ inclusive. There are strong FMC’s and a cast of many with different cultures to wrap your head around that can be a bit much at times trying to remember it all. This urban fantasy story has Arthurian legends with a twist that make it that much more interesting.
Amy’s Betrayal is easily imaged due to Julia’s rich and vivid telling. With drama, action, and suspense, magic, magical lands, friendship, enchantress’s, assassins, gemstones, familiars, seers, evil intensions, a corrupt Magic Council, and shifters there is much for paranormal fantasy lovers to enjoy.
Amy can’t trust all around her and finds she needs to step up and take control before all is destroyed. God help anyone or anything that stands in her way.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tori Mitton

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/204584333-flying-at-recess” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Flying at Recess” src=”https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/nophoto/book/111×148-bcc042a9c91a29c1d680899eff700a03.png” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/204584333-flying-at-recess”>Flying at Recess</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/331633.Lois_Wickstrom”>Lois Wickstrom</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6615337472″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Flying at recess is such a cute book. Soara and her friends Lulu and Zanie do everything together. Except at recess, Soara goes up to the sky. She flys with butterflies, touches the puffy clouds.
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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m a bit of a cover nerd and this one is no exception 😉 especially because it sticks to theme , you’ll understand me if and when you read the book 📚❣️

I must say I was a little envious at first of Heather and who won’t be she finally agrees to go to a Renaissance reenactment with her friends and like her I’d be excited and hopeful to swoon over some “ knight” and find my one true love 💕 and at a stage a it would seem she’s found it in “ Sir Roland” she’s blissfully unaware of what’s lurking in the dark , she finds something more bizarre and frightful that her one true love …..

Not my go to genre but I enjoyed the fantastical trip and distraction with rangers,shifters , rat men and a wise old 🦉

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Amy’s Betrayal (Gemstone Massacre Series) by Julia Goldhirsh

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Genre – Fantasy Mythology
Page Count – 221
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Her betrayal started a wildfire.
Amy isn’t as different from Opal as she likes to think. When she turned her back on me, I knew she couldn’t be counted on for real change.
The face of the revolution couldn’t be this self-centered. Couldn’t be her, so I’m taking matters into my own hands.
With help from gem creatures, plant mages, and all those Opal cast aside, I will end the cycle of death and abuse now.
And I’ll cut down anyone who stands in my way.

~ AMAZON ~


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Julia Goldhirsh was born and raised in Coconut Creek, Florida. They spent one year working in Japan as an ESL teacher and love traveling and teaching. They have been writing ever since they were in elementary school, and their favorite stories to read and write were always fantasy and mythology books.

They started out writing on writers cafe and all poetry. RPG writing became their favorite past time in high school. They won a short fiction award in high school from the Broward County Lit fair for their short story “Night Sprite.”

They love to talk about lesser-known mythological creatures. Their most recent obsession is with Nymphs, Enchantresses, and the Encantado. Known as wanderingteacher on their travel blog and adventuringwriter on their author blog, they also write about traveling, adjusting to different cultures, and the process of self-publishing.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute little story about a little girl who can fly. It was a good little story about friendship and acceptance of others. I think that children who have great imagination will enjoy this story. I have read other stories by this author and highly recommend them to parents who have kids that love to read

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Mitchell

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a cute story about how Soara goes exploring through the sky during her recess. She gets to see all kinds of animals. She learns that her friends miss her while she is gone an she cannot be late.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Karrie Sears

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In Flying at Recess we meet Soara, Zanie and Lulu. 3 friends who do everything together but recess. At recess Soara flys into the clouds and with the butterflies to a meadow to drink the nectar as the butterflies are. This is such a cute little book to read to little ones. The colorful illustrations are great. A fun, quick read before bedtime or naptime for children

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Plate, June 2024

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Inspiring children’s book that kindles the flame of imagination, fantasy, and adventure within the hearts of young readers. Vibrant illustrations enhance the magical experience!

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book can relate to how children can use their imagination during recess. The illustrations are very colorful and can capture the reader’s attention. The story is very easy to comprehend, and shows how children can do the normal things during the day.

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Amelia Stansell

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was good. It had a good mix of medieval and today. Once I started reading I couldn’t put it down. Heather was excited to go to medieval reenactment, but she found more than she bargained for. I really hope there is another book.

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Shannen Kern

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read several books by this author, and each one has been quite enjoyable in its own way. This story was a little different than previous ones, but it is actually one of my favorites now! It’s a pretty quick read to finish in your afternoon as well. I would love to see more like this from this author, perhaps even turning this into a series! From the very beginning, the characters were easily relatable and their relationships enjoyably quirky. I did feel that sometimes Heather unnecessarily disregarded her personal safety. But that does add to the suspense and mysterious circumstances. The paranormal fantasy theme woven through the book was incredible, and I loved the owl as they’re one of my absolute favorite animals. I am excited to pick up more by this author and hope to see more related to this book in the future!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom. This is my favorite children’s author and my 6 year old nephew and I have enjoyed all her books. This one is no different. The books are always fun and have great pictures. This is the story of Soara a little girl who flies at recess where she can hang with the butterflies and fly over the trees. The only rule to flying at recess is you have to be back before the bell rings. One day Soara gets caught up looking at a butterfly and gets off track. Will she be able to find her way back to school on time? Full of imagination and fun for your elementary age child they will love to read about Flying at Recess. Add this wonderful book to the child in your life’s library!

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an enjoyable urban fantasy romance with a mix of the medieval and the modern. The intriguing storyline had me hooked throughout, and I read this novella in a couple of sittings, keen to find out the ending. Heather goes to a medieval reenactment weekend with her friend Steph and meets Sir Roland. He turns out to be a Special Forces Ranger called Rylan and their instant chemistry came across in the narrative. The story gets a bit darker when Heather is nearly kidnapped by ‘rat men’ and along with talking owls, the fantasy elements merge with the world of medieval reenactment. I found Heather and Steph to be likeable and relatable characters and I liked their friendship. The sweet romance between Heather and Rylan developed throughout the story. I found that the book ended just as the story was getting going and there were too many loose ends left, maybe there will be a sequel? Overall an entertaining and engaging fantasy romance novella.

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Kerry Carr

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fun romance with paranormal elements which was unique and different to other stories I have read by this author. I also love the medieval aspect and being transported back in time to that era, when women were damsels and men were knights. The authors writing really brings the sites and sounds to life so you feel you are actually there.

Heather finally joins her friend at a medieval reenactment. She is excited about the event and plans to enjoy every moment of being someone else in a different time period. What she doesn’t realise is that something’s evil is following her. Who can protect her? Will a brave knight step up?
Enter Sir Roland, his old fashioned ways and charm sweep Heather off her feet. Could he be the man to save her?
Sir Roland loves the reenactments, however he is also keeping his eyes open as women have been going missing and this event could be the perfect time for the next victim to be found.
With evil lurking in the shadows Sir Roland will do whatever it takes to protect Heather but when her safety is under threat can she really trust him? After all she has no idea who Sir Roland really is as no one at the reenactment are who they claim to be.
This is a great romance with paranormal elements which all make for unique and captivating story.

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/210617281-vague-directions” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Vague Directions: Into the Woods” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1711981023l/210617281._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/210617281-vague-directions”>Vague Directions: Into the Woods</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2279340.Debra_Parmley”>Debra Parmley</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6610195888″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Stephanie is part of the Renaissance Society and had been after Heather to go for a quite a while. Heather finally has a weekend off and decides she is ready to take the plunge. She sets out to the site on directions that Stephanie gives her which are vague at best. She comes upon a tavern and decides to ask directions so that she doesn’t further get lost, especially since it will be dark soon. She hears an owl and feels as though it is trying to speak to her but she can’t understand what it’s saying. As Heather is leaving with directions that are clearer, she is stopped by a strange man who gives her the creeps. After several tense minutes the barman saves her from having any further interaction with the gentleman and she gets on her way. Upon arrival she gets herself checked in and makes her way toward the dining hall but needs to make a pitstop at the bathroom. Tiki torches light the way but as she gets closer to her destination and the woods there is no light. She trips and nearly falls into a big hole when she is saved by Sir Roland. Heather, ever grateful, thanks him and allows him to escort her to the dining hall after she has done her business. It turns out that hole she almost fell into was made by rat men. According to what had been learned about these rat men, they track people by scent and Heather has been marked. Will Sir Roland be able to keep her safe? While I did enjoy the book and it was a quick read I was a bit irritated with Heather. She was told more than once that she would need an escort especially at night but she still went off on her own and ended up nearly being kidnapped at least twice. Overall though it was enjoyable.
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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series Book #1) by Nicole Bailey – Review by

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3 – 3.5 Stars

 

In the Midst of Omens is the first book in the Legacy of Gilgamesh series by Nicole Bailey. This is a fantasy based around the legendary character, Gilgamesh- which is what drew me to the story in the first place. Woven with mythology, historical details, action, adventure, drama, danger, intrigue, dynamic characters, passion, emotion, war, gore, loss, heartache, spice, MM romance, a polyamorous relationship, and more.
The story is highly original, as I have come to expect from Ms. Bailey- she has woven history and mythology together, given it her own unique spin, and delivered an intriguing adventure. As this all ends on a bit of a cliffhanger which is set to continue in the next instalment, Book #2 is already set to be quite dramatic.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Nicole Bailey!

 

 

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Deb Robinson

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Was an interesting and quick Novella to read.

Steph is part of a renaissance society and she has finally talked Heather into going on a weekend getaway with her. Heather is surrounded in the renaissance era for a camping trip when odd things begin to happen. They can’t be explained and she doesn’t know what to think about them. Sir Roland has caught Heather’s eye and he will be key to the mysterious happenings. Will Heather believe what is happening or think herself crazy? Read on to find out.

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Vague Directions: Into the WoodsVague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley. This is the story of Heather who thought when she signed up for the Society of Creative Anachronism that it would be nothing more than trying on clothes but in fact its a lot more than that. Getting lost on the way to the reenactment is the first problem but that is only the first problem. When she meets Prince Roland, or so she thinks, she is dressed like a princess so figures this is her Prince and sparks fly. They continue to dance the night away until someone is kidnapped and Heather is scared. She and Roland are on the run and she realizes this is a lot more than just a reenactment. People aren’t who they say they are and things are happening that shouldn’t be. Will she survive the danger and get home without it following her. Read this fast paced paranormal romance to find out!

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another adorable book from Lois Wickstrom. I have read so many books by her with my son. We always thoroughly enjoy them. This one is about a little girl who disappears and flies at recess time. Her best friends know shes is there, though they can’t see her. One day, she flies farther than usual. Will she make it back before recess ends? Read to find out!
I have to add, I love the reaction of the teacher. If you have kids, I highly recommend picking up a book or two, or 7 from Lois Wickstrom.

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