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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn

Savage Start is the prequel to this authors Hidden Valley Elite Series. This is a short story that can be read in an hour. The only thing I can say is I want more and I want it now. With that being said im super excited to read the full story of theses characters. This is a fairly new author to me and I’m definitely a fan. Riley and Cole come from completely different backgrounds but they both have secrets and are both used to adjusting to new environments. I don’t want to give to much away. This is such a short story with an ending that will leave you craving more. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more about these characters and more.

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am not normally a fan of novellas (this includes prequels and extended epilogues). They are usually lacking in the information and details I require to really enjoy a storyline. That however is not the case with this one. The author is on point with details, character development and backstory. I have to say this particular start to a series has drawn me in. I will definitely be reading the series.

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Chatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Chatroom With A ViewChatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a dark, fast paced, psychological thriller that will leave you terrified to sleep with the lights off. While there isn’t much background information I found the information that was given just enough to read through the story without focusing too much on the why. If you have unresolved issues with abuse or alcoholism that can be triggered you should not read this book. If you love the dark side of life or enjoy the darker side of things this book is for you.

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Arrrgh! Me Hate To Wait! by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait!Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Piggy pirates and wanting to grow up fast are the main themes in this book. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful. The story is cute. I think this would be a good book to read to kids under 6. Worth the purchase just for the amazing illustrations alone.

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jamie Truex

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Loretta's Caterpillar (Loretta's Insects #4)Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great read by Lois Wickstrom! These are all such good learning books for kids. My 4 year old granddaughter loves each one, especially this one. She was very interested in what was happening with the caterpillar. As always, we definitely recommend!

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Kodiak must protect Tamaska against vampires who want her dead.   

The leader of the vampires wants to capture Tamaska. She needs someone to protector her against a world she has no idea about. That someone is Kodiak, but she doesn’t trust him.  

If Kodiak fails at protecting Tamaska and the vampires kill her, they will cause death and destruction on earth. His alpha disagrees, and forbids him from protecting Tamaska. The pack must be committed to each other against the vampires and not be distracted by a human.  

There’s a bond forming between Kodiak and Tamaska and he is compelled to protect her.  

Who will he choose, his pack or Tamaska? Or will Tamaska break his heart and risk everything he is trying to protect?  

Fans of Twilight, Shadow Hunters, and The Winx Saga will devour Lilliana Rose’s world of unexpected adventure and dark imagination. 

Begin the journey in this protector turn lover and opposites attract series set in a dark, urban fantasy world. 

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Arrrgh! Me Hate To Wait! by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Gabrielle

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Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait!Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A cute story for the little ones. It is about a young piglet who can’t wait to get to big kid school and the surprises that await her. This is a quick story that little ones will enjoy especially those in preschool. The little piglet has interactions with family and friends learning how to wait and being curious about what will happen at her new school. Little ones can relate to the piglet and it is written in a way that entertains and explains easily to them, making this a fun and entertaining read for preschoolers.

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects Book #3) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Hayes

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Loretta's Caterpillar (Loretta's Insects)Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Loretta’s Caterpillar is the third book in the Loretta’s Insects series by Lois Wickstrom. It is another fun, fact-based, interesting, educational, and entertaining illustrated children’s storybook.
Loretta loves insects and this time she discovers and then cares for a butterfly egg, watching over and protecting it from harm as it moves through its cycle. We get to learn about butterfly lifecycles along the way, as well as facts about Monarch butterflies- how to tell males from females, their migration routes, their food source etc.
This is not just a cute story, it also encourages children to learn while they read. I read this story with my grandson, but as with the other books in this particular series, the illustrations aren’t quite as eye catching as some of Ms. Wickstrom’s other books and didn’t grab his attention like the others have done. The ‘new’ cover is great, but unfortunately the illustrations inside the book aren’t up to the same standard. Great little story though.
This series contains (so far):
-Ladybugs For Loretta (Book #1)
-Bee’s In Loretta’s Bonnet (Book #2)
-Loretta’s Caterpillar (Book #3)
-What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Book #4) —> releases in Sept (2023)
Happy reading!

 

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Aranza

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool

3 out of 5 Stars

The Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool is a story like no other. The story starts a little slow for my taste but once it picks up the pace it gets interesting. This Western story will take you on a ride full of action and sexy moments. Pretty good story if you are interested in Western thrillers, action and MM Romance. Make sure to read the warnings beforehand.

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The Brass Compass by Ellen Butler – Review by Aranza

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The Brass CompassThe Brass Compass by Ellen Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Brass Compass by Ellen Butler

4 out of 5 Stars

I’m do happy I had the opportunity to read this book. Being a big fan of Historical Fiction I have to say that I was pleased with this book. This book will definitely keep you hooked. This book is definitely a good way to get into Historical Fiction if you are someone just starting to get into it. This book is definitely worth your time.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Heather Goodman

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book has you all in your feels from the very beginning and keeps you guessing until the very end. There are things that could possibly trigger you so beware of that. It is very well written and it has such a relatable strong heroine. It has the boy that everyone loves to hate and hates to love. It is definitely worth a read.

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True Colors (Landry’s True Colors Series Book One) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Amber Howard

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True Colors (Landry's True Colors #1)True Colors by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

True Colors was entertaining. I found myself finished with the book before I even realized it. I believe it touched upon a lot of topics that teens throughout history had to endure. Trials of friendships, self esteem issues, bullying, gossiping, trying to find your footing while in high school, and let’s not forget boys. I think young teens would enjoy this series and is age appropriate material.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Betsy Melano

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I picked to read this book based on the synopsis and I’m kind of happy I picked it. I read a lot and like to mix up genres so things don’t get stale. I’m positive this book will surprise you.

Dominic is from the guy from the “wrong side of the tracks” who falls in love with Juliana Rutherford, a girl from an affluent family. When Juliana goes missing, her father accuses Dominic and put in jail even though Dominic had nothing to do with Juliana going missing. What will Dominic do once he is out of jail and working on revenge?

The authors did a great job of world building. The story kept my attention with the twists and turns. There is drama, revenge, and so much more. The characters are well written too and in an odd way, it was easy to connect with them.

It was good to read a different kind of “romance” book to read for a change. Hope you like it too.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Shannen Kern

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s hard to believe that this is the debut novel for L.R. Liverpool because this is a bombshell of a read! I was captivated from the first chapter and couldn’t read fast enough to see what happened next. I thoroughly enjoyed the mixture of drama, suspense, romance, and mystery all told from a memoir kind of perspective. The author has a great gift of making you feel for each character and really see through their eyes. There is great detail in building this world and each character which I absolutely loved. Fenimore leaves home and joins the well-known Red Evans gang to be an outlaw. Once he’s in the gang he realizes something is amiss as members are murdered in cold blood. Fenimore also begins to have romantic feelings for another member of his gang which doesn’t make his life any simpler. I loved this book and highly recommend picking it up to get lost in this amazing world the author has crafted!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Grace Under Fire (The Anderson Sisters Book 2) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Rachel Moss

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Grace Under FireGrace Under Fire by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really good read! This is a contemporary romance with so many emotions, I laughed and cried multiple times while reading this one. I have not read the first book in this series but I didn’t feel like I missed anything, this was definitely a standalone to me. I also haven’t read anything from this author before, so I wasn’t sure what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised with this one. I definitely hope to read more from this author in the future!

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Wendy Wary

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book packs some heat and had an interesting storyline, but it wasn’t exactly my cup of tea. What is it with women falling for men who treat them like crap? There was this sexual tension with some BDSM elements, but I found it difficult to get into because of the way Whitney allowed others to treat her. If you’re mostly just looking for something steamy to read with some kink mixed in, this fits the bill. Otherwise, I felt like the story and characters were a bit flat.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Jessica Stone

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Jessica Stone

This book threw me for a complete loop! I had no idea what I was getting myself into, but how interesting! This is a lovers to enemies to lovers? Mystery, romance, suspense, spooky, …honestly I’m not even what genre to label it but spicy masterpiece.

Dominic was dealt a pretty bad hand in life, always working multiple jobs for what he needs from a young age, the one bright light in his life was Juliana, that is until one terrible night Juliana goes missing. She’s presumed dead, and Dominic is blamed for her murder After spending some time in jail, Dominic is aquifer and released but when he gets out he has one thing on his mind, revenge for those that have wronged him, and taken everything from him. That is, until he meets her…
Whitney is just a normal girl, works a good job, content with her life, that is until one strange day she starts hearing a voice inside her head, and that voice is begging her for help.

Without giving away too much this story just dives right into the deep end, I was a little hesitant at first but within the first few pages I fell in love with the characters. I’ve laughed and she’s a few tears, the emotions that the characters, Dominic, specifically feel in this book are gut wrenching. Let’s be real Dominic and Whitney’s connection is so fierce it’s palpable, had me blushing more than a few times and sighing with happiness by the end of this story.

What a Wonderful read.

Absolution, Anise Storm, Taylor L. Ray, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Dark Romance, Suspense, Romance, Jessica Stone, February 2023

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True Colors (Landry’s True Colors Series Book One) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Sheri Schrader

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True Colors (Landry's True Colors #1)True Colors by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

True Colors: Landry’s True Colors Series is the first book in this series for tweens. Landry is going through the struggles of middle school. She wants to be one of the “interesting” girls and soon finds a new series of challenges that await her with a new status. This book is a sweet reminder of the struggles of being a middle school girl and wanting to fit in. I enjoyed reading about Landry and her wanting to stay true to herself. This is a great read for young girls and those going through the middle school years. I enjoyed that Landry realized that things are not always as they appear with changes in popularity in school. Lost friends, new friends, foes, and new adventures. All can enjoy the book, and I will pass this on to my niece to read since she is hitting this period of her life. I look forward to reading more from this series and the author in the future.

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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Loretta's Caterpillar (Loretta's Insects)Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book explains the Metamorphosis of butterflies in an easy way to understand. Perfect for kids to comprehend. Short enough that there attention span doesn’t waver. A great book I recommend. Very educational for kids.

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Christen Ware

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Relatable fictional story that plays off a real pet of the author, and it done very well. Using a story as a guide through this “made-up world” the reader is quick to empathize and relate more than usual. Using such a heavy topic and spinning it to come across as lighthearted while still hitting home is something of wonder. Bernard’s writing was fictional but felt so personal, it was like having a look at her (and sometimes my own) inner monologue. A good read!

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Tausha Treadway

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray. Whewwww! You better buckle up when you read this one. Its a flip pages until you are finished no matter the time book! SO good! Its the story of Dominic and Juliana and their love story. Dominic is from a very powerful family and when he and Juliana find themselves in love and looking to the future they think they have it all together. Juliana’s father does not care for Dominic and is not bashful about telling her. When Dominic and Juliana have a argument and Juliana disappears the blame is pointed to Dominic. Blame so substantial Dominic is charged with the crime and remains in jail for 2 years until he is found not guilty. When Dominic gets out he’s got one thing to do and that is revenge. Revenge on Juliana’s father and Juliana herself. When he meets a physic named Whitney he feels like he knows her, knows her so well that he thinks she is Juliana and he blames her and her father for everything. The problem is Whitney isn’t Juliana she can just hear Juliana and she’s trying to send a message to Dominic to save him. Will Whitney convince Dominic of the message from Juliana? Read this awesome book to find out!

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The White Knight Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The White Knight Cowboy Stacy-DeanneThe White Knight Cowboy Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The White Knight Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne. I have truly enjoyed this series and this book was no different. Its the age gap, grumpy older cowboy and young servant story. Dusty is the grumpy cowboy who is in desperate need of money for his ranch. When Dusty finds 19 year old Lovely Jo hiding in his barn he is interested in getting the reward money not in the girl herself. Lovely Jo has found her owner dead and runs so that she is not falsely accused of his murder. Running away has caused that to happen though and a bounty is on her head. Running to Dusty is the only way Lovely Jo thinks she can find help. He’s grumpy but has a good heart. Dusty needs the hefty bounty but doesn’t think he’s going to catch feelings for Lovely Jo. Will he take the money and turn her on or will he keep her for himself and protect her? Read this awesome historical romance to find out

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Candida Hopper

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this book to be intriguing and entertaining. This is a dark romance with anger, heartache, mystery, drama, love, paranormal aspects, and more. Dominic and Juliana are in love and dream of a future together but everything falls apart when she goes missing and he is accused of murdering her. Dominic wants revenge on the man that put him in jail and he works for many years for his revenge to be possible.
Whitney who has special gifts and is hearing a voice that needs her help and that’s how her and Dominic meet which does not go well, mainly because she looks exactly like Juliana. This story kept me turning pages wondering where the story was taking me and how it would end. There are twists and turns and if you want to know how it ends then you must read it. These authors wrote a great story.

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Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Prequel) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Ashley Mertz

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Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation #0.5)Night Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Night Hawke is available now in Paperback and eBook
⭐️⭐️⭐⭐ Book Review

“I love to play games, especially with an opponent like Jack and when I know what I’ll win in the end.”

Both “Jack” and “Nolan” find themselves running from reality for two completely different reasons. “Nolan” has just finished law school and is about to enter the billion dollar family business. “Jack” has her own share of family problems. The two meet in a bar and agree to a one night stand that turns into an entire weekend together…in bed. When “Nolan” decides two nights together isn’t enough he speaks up. When he wakes up and notices “Jack” has left he does everything in his power to catch her. Two nights with only two rules lead to a lifetime of consequences. Will “Nolan” ever find his mystery woman?

Night Hawke written by Gwyn McNamee is a second generation Hawke family prequel. McNamee writes stories with a bit of suspense and action mingled with romance and heat. Night Hawke will not let you down in any of these categories. This novel is steamy and full of spicy scenes. The novel jumps right in from the very beginning with a steamy introduction. This prequel really sets the stage for the next series, ending with a cliffhanger that leaves you begging for more. It is not necessary to read the first generation to follow along in the second series, but I promise you wont regret getting your hands on those as well!

“This woman is trouble. No doubt about it. But it’s exactly the kind of trouble I need tonight.”

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What I Wish I’d Known: For Writers by H.D. Thomson – Review by Jenni Bishop

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What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They'd Told Their Younger SelvesWhat I Wish I’d Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They’d Told Their Younger Selves by H. D. Thomson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book gives the reader and any aspiring writer’s tips, pearls of wisdom and insight by many remarkable writers. Who better could you ask for information to help you along your journey to ensure your dream becomes a reality? Each of them have had many ups and downs and wish they had something like this book to help them along the way.
With this many writers there are often differing opinions on what you should do BUT what worked for one may not work for others. It is not a book where they say you should do it this way or the other way. It is good solid information that has been tested and what worked for them and what didn’t.
If you get something out of the insightful information then that is the bonus of this book.
Dig in to see what information is useful to you to help you on your journey. Who knows it could be one small detail from this book that could make you a world renowned writer.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Loretta's Caterpillar (Loretta's Insects #4)Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Loretta loves the outdoors and especially a garden and all it has to offer. In this book we see Loretta watching over an egg and seeing it grow and change through its circle of life to become a monarch butterfly.
I remember being a kid and Dad taking us out to catch the caterpillars and chrysalis. We would take them home and watch them through their change to a beautiful butterfly and then release them back into the wild. Now as an adult I have taken my grandkids to do the same.
It is a lovely story that will inspire kids to venture into their own gardens and find out what treasures they can find. The pictures are bright and colourful. Lois has also provided information on how to start your collection to nurture the process yourself.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Prequel) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by April Smith

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Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation #0.5)Night Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This short and steamy read does not disappoint readers. This is not a stand alone read, but easy to follow the characters without getting lost. The author draws you in quickly and then leads you into a night of no strings attached fun. This book leaves you wanting more and I can’t wait to continue this series with the next book that’s due out.

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

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Loretta's Caterpillar (Loretta's Insects #4)Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loretta loves various types of bugs. This book focuses on monarch butterflies.

In May, Loretta sees a milkweed field full of monarch butterflies but shortly after seeing them, they disappear. This upsets Loretta, as she really enjoys looking at butterflies. She makes a trip to the milkweed field and sees lots of little “seeds” on the back of plants. She soon learns that these “seeds” are going to turn into caterpillars, which turn into butterflies. Loretta is able to watch the various stages in which a butterfly is formed.

I am a huge fan of Lois Wickstrom and her books!! This one is unique in that some of the words are different shaped to represent what they are saying. There is also a bit of information in the back of the book about monarch butterflies, milkweed plants, and where to obtain milkweed seeds. It also shows the differences in male and female monarchs. I learned a couple of things reading this book! This is a great book to read to anyone of any age and would be great in a homeschool, daycare, personal library, etc!

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Loretta's Caterpillar (Loretta's Insects #4)Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom
5 Stars

This book is packed with information and colourful illustrations. The story will captivate children while they learn the life cycle of the monarch butterfly; from the egg to metamorphosis to migration. Even I learned things that I didn’t know. Never would I have thought that it took five generations of butterflies to migrate from the Stares to Canada. It’s absolutely amazing! The book even teaches you how to differentiate between male and female butterflies. I e read many books by this author and this one has to be my favourite. Your children will love it too.

Review by @Anna Hirsch
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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A gripping psychological thriller that I found hard to put down, this is a real page turner of a novel. Newley widowed and grieving Jacklyn Stone is struggling to stay strong, having been left bewildered following her husband’s death. Although Jacklyn is usually independent, confident and manages her garden shop, she finds her life spiralling into chaos. When her son and daughter suggest going on a brief holiday to a remote retreat, where she can grieve and heal she reluctantly agrees. However, it’s not long until she realises that the so-called retreat is actually a psychiatric facility, and now she’s checked in she can’t check out. Reeling from the shocking betrayal of her children who seem determined to keep their mother locked up, Jacklyn fights hard to establish her mental stability. I was hooked from start to finish by the tragic storyline and atmospheric setting of this novel. I really felt for the main character, Jacklyn who was a great heroine and who I felt engaged with throughout the story. I was taken on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading this immersive novel. A great read and one which I definitely recommend.

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