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A Magnolia Reunion by Michelle Major – Review by Colleen Noyes

A Magnolia Reunion (The Magnolia Sisters #0.5)A Magnolia Reunion by Michelle Major
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A Magnolia Reunion by Michelle Major 3 Stars

Jennie Copley returns home to Magnolia to celebrate her grandmother’s 90th birthday. However, running into her high school flame Lucas was not part of the plan.

This was an incredibly short story and I think because of that I just found it to be OK. I’m glad that I read The Magnolia Sisters before I read this or might not have read this. It was a very quick read, but I didn’t feel like there was enough history given of any of the characters. For me, the book just felt a little rushed and like I was missing out on so much. Having said that, I highly recommend reading book one the Magnolia Sisters that was a tremendous book.

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His & Hers by Alice Feeney – Review by Colleen Noyes

His & HersHis & Hers by Alice Feeney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book by Alice Freeney is my first one, and it did not let me down. I love a good mystery/thriller book and this story had all of those elements. Bodies seem to be dropping left and right and they are all connected. Everyone has a reason they might be involved in this killing spree. You will find yourself going back-and-forth about who the good guys are, and who the bad guys are. The main female character Anna lived through quite the childhood, but now she’s grown into a professional and a reporter. Is it coincidence that she seems to be at every crime scene? Having to encounter her ex husband, who happens to work for law-enforcement cannot be easy on her, especially given what they have had to overcome. Jack and Anna both have strong reasons to live the life they do. They use multiple things as an outlet for their pain. Wrapped up in the series of murders that are occurring that has brought them temporarily back together you were taken on a journey through each of their perspectives. I thought this author did a wonderful job in every aspect. I liked the way the characters were written, that they showed strengths, and weaknesses. I felt the author did well with the mystery aspect of the story and how it was all tied up was phenomenal. Just when you think you know who did it and why come some of the biggest twists of the story. Looking forward to many more novels by this author.

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The Girl in the Leaves by Robert Scott – Review by Colleen Noyes

The Girl in the LeavesThe Girl in the Leaves by Robert Scott
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

The Girl in the Leaves is described as a shocking, true crime, story and one that will have you on the edge of your seat. Unfortunately, this story was anything but that. I found the story to be very chaotic, it jumped around a lot, there was not an ounce of it that flowed. This felt less like a story or a book and more like someone just jotting down their journaling. I found it extremely difficult to connect to any part of the book or any part of the characters. I felt that this was more a story being used as maybe be a therapeutic tool , which left me completely disappointed, frustrated, and it made it difficult to charge my way through. If you know going in that this is more of just random things, you may appreciate it and be OK with it. I, however, having read many many true crime books found this one to just be a giant disappointment.

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Right in Front of You (Morris Valley Gang Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Colleen Noyes

Right in Front of You: Volume One: Brinley & Adrian (Morris Valley Gang Book 1)Right in Front of You: Volume One: Brinley & Adrian by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Right in Front of You by Brooke May is the first book in the Morris Valley Gang series. The story revolves around a group of friends who have continued their friendship through the years, even though some have moved away. When Brinley discovers a stalker, she returns to the only place she can think of where she may be safe. Coming back home feels good, but it also has her wondering where her future is and what she wants to do. She meets a rancher named Adrian, who is now part of the tribe that she left behind. I felt that the romance aspect of the story was done very well, and each character was very unique. I love how the author let you get to know each character not just Brinley. In many ways, the story felt a little like the show “Virgin River” how some of the older community people get involved and do a little meddling. I found myself laughing, smiling, and even teary-eyed at some of the moments. I enjoyed each and every character and I’m looking forward to seeing what happens to the rest of the gang.

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Shadowed Obsession (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Julie Johnson

Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1)Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my kind of book right here!!! Give me a Navy SEAL or any other military character and a psychological maniac on the loose and weave some words together and you’ve got me hooked!!!

Keira O’Ryan is a PR rep and she loves her job. She’s works with various entertainers so when a stalker shows up after her, it’s not completely surprising. Not to mention that college ex-boyfriend who got really creepy. After receiving a series of photos on her phone, she starts to become even more alarmed.

Cade Hartford and a few of his retired military buddies run a security firm. He’s recently moved in next door to Keira and senses that something is up with her. When she comes to him confessing the pictures and the strange happenings going on, Cade knows that he has to jump in and do something to be a great neighbor.

There are many things I want to say about this book but I’m not going to say much as to not ruin anything about it. Just know that if you’re into a good psychological thriller, look no further than this book! It kept my attention all afternoon and I read it in one setting. The writing is very well done and the there are a few twists and turns that try to throw the reader off track (as well as the detectives). I did have it figured out pretty early but a few times I questioned whether I was right or not due to the the twists and turns. It wasn’t quite as I suspected though! Buckle up and enjoy this read! I’ve already downloaded the prequel to this book and I look forward to reading it and future books by this author soon!!

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Fortune’s Favorite (Soulbound Journeys Book 2) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Jennifer reimer

Fortune's Favorite (Soulbound Journeys #2)Fortune’s Favorite by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What another amazing book to this series and from this author. It filled with so much action, mystery, magic, wonderful story and adventure and characters that you will love and cheer for the whole why thou. When I picked this book up, I was pulled straight back into this series, and this story, right from page one. I couldn’t put this book down. I had to read it till the end. It just reached out and sucked me in from the beginning. The writing and description in this book was so detailed that it makes you feel like you were riding along with Ian and Jarryd and their adventure. This book was exciting to read. This author really knows how to produce a creative and captivating series, I don’t think I’ve missed one of there books yet. I will add you should start this series from the first book thou, it starts right off from where the first one ends.

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Alison Risher

Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a wonderful story. A high school senior sacrifices her summer and her senior year. Her single mother is suffering a severe depression following an unplanned pregnancy. The heroine experiences judgment from all sides, as people assume she is a young teen mother. There is an evil, conniving, relative who wants to buy the baby brother. There are college applications to complete, and high school heartbreak to avoid. The heroine must make serious and complex decisions for herself, her baby brother, and even her parents as the story unfolds.

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Murder in a Gated Community by Laura Koerber – Review by Darian Vester

Murder in a Gated CommunityMurder in a Gated Community by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought the book was going to be a Cozy Mystery, it’s not, you find out who the murderer is instantly. That’s not a bad thing, I really enjoyed the book. I wish things with Hazel would have ended differently, I feel it would have been funny if she was taken to jail. Anyone in a nosey HOA would have loved seeing that. At first I didn’t care for Jane and Leslie but I’m glad to see their friendship, along with Andrea, grow.

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Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Melissa Fink

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Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9)Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance by G.K. Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Guarding the Cease is the 10th book in this series. I haven’t read the other books, however I was still able to follow the storyline. The world building and characters was well thought out. This book was a page turner for me and read it in 2 days. if you love a good romance book, I highly recommend this book.

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Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Ashley Sugar

Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers #9)Guarding the Crease by G.K. Brady
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well written book and I loved the character growth! I love when a character eventually grows on me when I didn’t care for them at the start. I was sucked in from the first chapter which made it a quick read for me, because I couldn’t put it down. I honestly think this book is the best of the series that I’ve read so far! Highly recommend! I love a good redemption story!!

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Leaving No Traces (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Ashley Sugar

Leaving No Traces: An Italian Murder Mystery (Book 5)Leaving No Traces: An Italian Murder Mystery by P. J. Mann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, what a ride! I love a good “whodunit” book and this one was phenomenal. When I thought someone was the suspect, I changed my mind to someone else and then it changes again. I loved the suspense and thrill and the writer had a great way of having you remember all the names and characters in this book. There was A LOT of names but I kept on track with them all. That’s a plus, lol. Super fast read because I simply couldn’t put it down. Highly suggest this book!

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Tequila Midnight (Southwest Suspense Novels Book 1) by Kathryn Dodson – Review by Michelle Troyer

Tequila MidnightTequila Midnight by Kathryn Dodson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jessica Watts had a rough life when growing up. She vows to help others in hopes that they don’t have to experience things that she had to. She’s always wanted to have a family who loved her, but now she is alone except for a few close friends. She is hired to find someone’s daughter and wonders what her life could have been like in their shoes. Once she finds her, she had to decide whether it is better to turn her in, or let her live the life she is now living. It is a great suspense thriller. The author did a great job with Jessica’s character.

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Saved by the Everyday Hero (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Naomi Valkyrie & Various Authors – Review by Michelle Troyer

Saved by the Everyday HeroSaved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

this is a collection of stories that have an everyday hero in each one. the normal person can be an everyday hero just by what they do to help someone. the collection shows many different ways to be a hero. it’s a good collection of short stories.

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Murder in a Gated Community by Laura Koerber – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

Murder in a Gated CommunityMurder in a Gated Community by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder in a Gated Community was alright but not great. There were a lot of characters and I didn’t get invested in any of them. I was hoping for a bit more suspense, but instead felt it was just a bunch of busybodies… The murder was not very exciting to me, and I felt like there should have been more depth into Hazel. Or really any of the characters. I didn’t feel they were very developed or complex enough to make me care about any of them.
The writing style was very unique. With the meeting notes and letters to the board. Unlike anything I’ve read.

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Murder in a Gated Community by Laura Koerber – Review by Mandy Ott

Murder in a Gated CommunityMurder in a Gated Community by Laura Koerber

While a fairly short, quick novella, Murder in a Gated Community is quite entertaining. The title, however, is slightly misleading. Many of the residents in the gated community of Oaken Acres are older, retired individuals. The community is quiet, less than kid friendly, and filled with nosey neighbors. While ideal for some, I found the idea of being so close to neighbors a little unpleasant. The HOA has lots of rules and regulations to follow as well. It seems as if many of the community members have no problems following these rules and regulations. But, just as in life, there is always a few willing to stretch and bend the rules. Overall, Laura Koerber delivers oddly realistic, believable characters and the differing points of view along the way make this story one of a kind!

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Vampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

Vampires of AtlantisVampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Atlantis series, on the shorter side but interesting nonetheless. The genre is right up my alley, paranormal romances – throw them all at me!

Firstly, I absolutely loved the concept and plot – using Atlantis as a prison for supernatural creatures! It was a brilliant idea and the story behind it all was great!
However, having said that, there were times that I felt there was something lacking. This doesn’t mean that I didn’t enjoy this book, because I did, but I think it would have been better with more in-depth character and world building/background. I feel that if the book was a little longer this may have come together naturally but overall, it’s still very enjoyable and I’m hoping these gaps will be addressed in future books.

The author’s writing style flows nicely and is clear which made falling into the story that much easier.

I loved the plot and this was well-written, despite the issues I had with it, and this series shows potential to enter my favourites. I look forward to the next book and will look out for more from this author in the meantime!

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Michelle Mulvey

I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought this book was cute. It was about a girl names Shirl who is trying to find where she is from. Her family tells her she is from earth but she doesnt believe them. She meets an alien friend Eee-ahh and they try to find games and things they can do together. Colorful pictures. Cute for the kiddos

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Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Juls Dick

Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9)Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance by G.K. Brady
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Guarding the crease by G.K Brady is the 9th book in the Playmakers series, this is the first book I have read in this series but I will be going back to read the others as I really enjoyed this one. The story follows notorious hockey playboy Wyatt as he tries to make a comeback into his old team, and Serena, a PR professional who was previously responsible for cleaning up Wyatt’s messes. When Wyatt helps her out of a sticky situation and asks for a favour in return, the two end up developing an odd friendship. I really liked this book, I found the two main characters to be likable and felt myself wanting them to have a happy ending, I also hated a few of the supporting characters (in a good way) such as Wyatts mum and Serena’s slimy assistant that I found myself getting really engrossed into their predicaments. I hope that there are further books in this series so I can see them get their comeuppance.

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The Secret Humankind (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Book 1) by Gloria Oliver – Review by Naomi McDonald

The Secret Humankind: An Urban Fantasy Thriller (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Book 1)The Secret Humankind: An Urban Fantasy Thriller by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by this author, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The story takes a few chapters to get to the action, but once it does, it really takes off. I enjoyed the interesting spin on how paranormals exist. And I liked the way Julia discovered what she’d unknowingly gotten involved in.
Overall, a great read!

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Trisha Cargile

Ten Little Starfish: A Counting BookTen Little Starfish: A Counting Book by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ten Little Starfish is the cutest little counting book! The illustrations were adorable and truly helps the young learner visualize the lesson. If your little starfish is familiar with the beach and sea animals, this is a must have! My nephew really enjoyed it as a regular bedtime story too!

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Tonya Merritt

Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story absolutely surprised me. I did not think I’d enjoy it but wanted to give it a shot because of other reviews and let me tell you no one has lied. It is a great book. It was so hard for me to put down after I got into the first few pages. It was something that happens so much in today’s world but you don’t think about it too much until you read about it. Claire is doing it all and she just wants to be a family but things are hard when you are a teenager.

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-ReturnOscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m just loving this cover !

Having been involved with a feral colony and TNR myself this is a cause really close to my heart and this story is so beautifully put for children . It’s a very rewarding yet heartbreaking thing to be involved in 🐾😢

I often had children donate food and sometimes even their time and more often than not they could love on kittens 🐈‍⬛🐾❣️

I loved sharing this with my little visitors in the library 📚❣️🐾

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The Secrets they Hide (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Heidi Sturgess

The Secrets they Hide (Commissario Scala #2)The Secrets they Hide by P.J. Mann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Each book i this series can be read as a stand-alone but I think you get a fuller experience when you start from the beginning, it feels like you know the man better 😉

A body is found with a note attached but it’s no ordinary note it’s full of his dark secrets ….the deeper he digs the more murders are uncovered and more questions are needing answers and the clock is ticking ….

Scala is a complex character with a quirkiness that makes him the stubborn character he is , yet you can’t help but like him .

Rome has never felt so dark and frightening ….

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Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Sage AdviceSage Advice by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pyper Lewis is a young lady on a mission, a mission to cancel (in her opinion) the worst event on the social and educational calendar, an event which is a tradition for every school leaver to attend and one which has a hold on her memories which she cannot shake. PROM!!! Pyper thought she was not alone in hating this celebration of coming of age, however, when she requests that the school council cancels it, everyone votes against it, including the boys, but it gets even worse when she finds out that she has to now organise it instead!

At least she has her best friends she can turn to for help cheering herself up and it just so happens that one of them is having a dilemma all of her own and this is something that Pyper cannot resist, giving advice and helping those around her. This is when her determination to succeed eclipses everything else and despite that four-letter event looming in the future, she decides to make the rest of the senior year up to it the best one ever for herself and her friends and nothing can stop her once she has made her mind up.

As the year passes and the dreaded prom moves closer, Pyper’s best laid plans to avoid prom at all costs start to unravel bit by bit, but can she overcome her fear and the memories this event invokes in her, or will she miss out on what could be a great time with her friends? This is a fun coming of age story which deals with strong emotions in a fun and playful way, while also not minimising the impact that these emotions have on the person, it is witty and a must read for anyone who is a fan of imperfect teens and the mayhem they cause.

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Shadowed Obsession (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1)Shadowed Obsession: An Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bring on my stalker if it means I can have the likes of Cade to look after me 😉🔥

Keira works at Milano and Lake as a PR form that promotes college athletes and she actually quite good at what she does but someone is sending Airdrop message that are freaking her out and she realises it’s no office prank and is convinced it’s her past coming to haunt her ….

Cade picks up on the nervousness Keira is trying to hide and he’s an ex navy seal that’s trying to recover from trauma and injury but his natural instinct to protect is stronger and when the heart gets involved lines get blurred and the desire to protect intensifies. Cade also is part of Shadow Defense Securities which is made of former seals like himself #hotnessoverload#🔥❣️

Keira hears someone in her house but manages to get to Cade without being detected and their suspense and tension filled journey starts…

This was really a good start to what promises to be a brilliant series !

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Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9)Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance by G.K. Brady

I am a big fan of sports romances, and when I saw this next book in the series I had to read it. This author writes sports romances that everyone will love! The characters are perfect, and I loved how their story intertwined. All I could think about was this story when I was working and how I wanted to read it so badly. I cannot wait to read more books by this author!

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Saved by the Everyday Hero (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Naomi Valkyrie & Various Authors – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

 

Saved by the Everyday HeroSaved by the Everyday Hero by Amelia Hayden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved reading this! It is like a box set but better because there are so many different stories by a multitude of authors! I was reading and could not put it down! I loved that each story someone was being saved by a different type of hero! I cannot wait to keep rereading this set of books, it was amazing!!

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Leaving No Traces (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Kerry Carr

Leaving No Traces (Commissario Scala #5)Leaving No Traces by P. J. Mann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book 5 in the Commissario Scala Mystery series. Even though it is part of a series they can be read as a standalone as each book is a different case. This author does an incredible job of creating a story full of action and twists and turns that you never see coming. The detective is like a dog with a bone and will stop at nothing until the mystery is solved and the murderer caught.
When a car is found abandoned with blood splatter in Detective Scala is in a race against time to find out what happened to the woman. Was it a case of an affair ending badly or did the woman have connection to something darker.
As Scala trys to uncover the lies and secrets to get to the truth he has to come face to face with the darker side of society. Is this the case that finally gets to Scala? Can he solve the case, keep himself safe and protect a witness? Will he be able to discover the truth before its too late?

This book is action packed right from the start and doesn’t let go until the end. The twists and turns means you can’t predict the outcome of the story which makes it even more gripping as you can’t stop until the end.

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Sliding into Home (Playing for Keeps Book 3) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

Sliding into Home: A Secret Baby Sports Romance (Playing for Keeps Book 3)Sliding into Home: A Secret Baby Sports Romance by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author is AMAZING! When I saw that she came out with the 3rd book in the series I was so excited! This book exceeded my expectations and was one that I could not put down! It was a book that I completed super quick when I got off work as I had to know what was happening! If you are looking for your next great sports romance to read, look no further because this is the one to read!

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by La Toya Lewis

Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman is an intense and powerfully told story. While the typical high school senior is worrying about high school troubles, Claire Jackson has to worry about taking care of her baby brother. It was heartbreaking to watch this young girl give up her life to care for a baby that wasn’t even hers. Claire is such a well-written character. She is loyal and the strength she shows as a teen is inspiring. The story is rich and complicated. The choices that Claire is presented with are complex and there are plenty of twists and turns. If you want a book that will draw you in, I highly recommend this one.

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