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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations Book 1) by CB Laurence – Review by Devon Pulliam

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations, #1)Road to the Mansfield by CB Laurence
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love that all 3 stories connect at the end. This book is such an easy read that also kept my attention from start to finish.

The first story starts with Francie. Kind of reminds me of the song “Fancy” by Reba McEntire. She is living very poor, her mom is not in the best health and they have her baby brother to take care of. Francie comes back one day after selling some frog legs and her mom dresses her up all fancy and sends her off with one of her clients she sews for.

Francie’s singing voice saves her from so much until 2 crimes threaten to take all that way from her.

Then you have Rose. My heart broke for Rose through her whole story. She quickly marries a passerby to escape the life she is living and they head to California. Rose meets Francie and her life changes so much for the better. Rose quickly learns the man she “loves” and married that maybe her father was right about him. But like many marriages in the time period of this book, was trying to stick it out and make it work.

Then comes the story of Beau. The heartbreak he suffers after not being able to help a friend in a legal situation haunts him the rest of his life. However, between that and his divorce he changes his law practice and moves to California.

Oh how I can’t wait to see what happens with these 3 characters in the next book!

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Knight In The Museum, Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery Series, Alice Bienia, Review by Kristin Boutelle, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Crime

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Knight In The Museum ( Jorja Knight Mystery -Book 5)Knight In The Museum by Alice Bienia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Knight in the Museum is a very slow start, however the farther you get into the book, it does pick up the pace. The author is very detail oriented in how the main character does her investigation. Also the main character does have a private personal life other than her work as an investigator. I like how the main character appears to have emotions like an actual person.

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Return to Gallanvaig (A Quirk of Destiny Book 2) by Catherine Greenall – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Return to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of DestinyReturn to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of Destiny by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Return to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of Destiny is the second part of the Quirk of Destiny series by Catherine Greenall. This book picks up a few years after the 1 part so I would highly recommend reading this series in order. This dystopian/sci-fi story is quite a bit different than my normal reads but the thriller/suspense parts kept me me intrigued and I kept turning page after page. The story was well done and the main characters were great! I am looking forward to reading the next part in this series and I will want to read other books by this author in the future! I would recommend this series to any dystopian/sci-fi/thriller lovers!
Happy reading!

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Kamana Wanalaya by Susan Renee – Review by Trish Ann

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Kamana Wanalaya for the Holidays: A Grinchy/Sunshine Holiday RomanceKamana Wanalaya for the Holidays: A Grinchy/Sunshine Holiday Romance by Susan Renee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute, quick read. It took me a hot second to understand the title. I liked the grinch grumpiness mixes with sunshine in this story. The story flowed well and the characters were enjoyable. It was a definitely a cute read for the season.

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Super Enemies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Trish Ann

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Super EnemiesSuper Enemies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I have read several books by this author. I did enjoy this book and could connect with it. I am conflicted on how I would use it with the children that I work with. I feel like there wasn’t a clear resolution for the siblings that younger children can understand. This would be better for children that can infer decision making. Overall, it was a nice, relatable story.

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations Book 1) by CB Laurence – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations, #1)Road to the Mansfield by CB Laurence
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a page turner that I could not put down!! Road to the Mansfield tells the stories of three individuals who all end up at the Mansfield where their paths cross. This is the first book in the series and I cannot wait for the rest of the books to be released!!

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Murder on Oak Street ( A South Shore Mystery Book 1) by I.M. Foster – Review by La Toya Lewis

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Murder on oak streetMurder on oak street by I. M. Foster
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder On Oak Street is the first book in the South Shore Mystery series by I. M. Foster. This is a historical mystery that has former New York coroner, Daniel O’Halleran moving to the small town of Patchogue and investigating his first mystery. He approached to investigate a two-year-old mystery that leads him to investigate a second more current mystery. I found this book very engaging and I really enjoyed the character of Daniel. I also enjoyed all the twists. The book has a bit of a slow start but really starts to pick up and becomes quite the page-turner. This is a great book for mystery and/or historical fiction fans.

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If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi – Review by La Toya Lewis

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If I had a Magic WandIf I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi is a very sweet children’s book. This book is very well-written. I wish I had this book when my children were babies. I found the story to be very uplifting. I read this with my autistic boys and they very much enjoyed it. I would recommend this book to parents and children alike.

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Freedom Rings (The Circle Book 3) by Brenda Hardwick – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Freedom Rings: Book Three of The CircleFreedom Rings: Book Three of The Circle by Brenda Hardwick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this book. This is the third book in the series which I highly suggest reading the previous books in this series first. This will help with your enjoyment of the characters and know where they come from to where they are going in this book. This is a well written story where the author used her writing skills to bring the story to life. The characters gave the story a realistic feel as well as brought the story to life. I enjoyed how they pulled me into their world from the start. They are connectable and keep the story engaging. This is a fast paced story about friendship, betrayals and secrets. This is a series you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book.

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Kerry Carr

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Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this romance. Its a perfect Christmas read. It is an enemies to lovers romance however I wouldn’t class Sienna and Connor as enemies. Both of them have had a lot to deal with in their lives so it’s made them act and respond the way they do.

Both are Paralympics athletes but they came to it from different ways. Sienna was born that way and over the years she has pushed herself to be the best paralympic skier around. She is a very focused and driver woman who won’t let anyone stand in her way.
Conner on the other hand lost his leg due to an accident, so he has the additional trauma of learning to live with this disability. Conner also used to be a bad boy, partying hard and different women every night. But that all changed after his accident. He is now trying to rebuild his life and career.

Neither Conner or Sienna are looking for romance or distraction but that is what the find when they are on deserted ski resort with just their coach.
As the couple get to know each other you can feel the push and pull as they feel each other out and push each others buttons.

The question is can they drop the images they have of each other in their minds to see the real person in front of them or will their pasts hold them back from taking a risk?

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series, #1)Love Tools by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this romance story. This is a new author for me which I enjoyed her writing style as well as her attention to details that made her story pop. This is a well written story that will bring you to tears in parts and make you laugh in others. I enjoyed how the characters were written with a lot of heart and emotion. They pulled me into their story from the start. I found them to be connectable and kept the story engaging. This is an entertaining story that is fast paced and easy to read. I enjoyed the growth and chemistry throughout the story. A story about falling for the wrong men and convincing her to give you a chance. I really enjoyed reading this book and what the characters brought to the story made it entertaining to read. I highly recommend this book.

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Knight In The Museum (Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery Series Book 5) by Alice Bienia – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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Knight In The Museum ( Jorja Knight Mystery -Book 5)Knight In The Museum by Alice Bienia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When Private Investigator, Jorja Knight, is asked by her friend to investigate her father’s death Jorja expects it to be a routine case. Although her friend’s father’s death has been ruled an accident there appears to be more to it than that. The more investigating Jorja does the more it leads her to believe that her friend’s father’s death, and several other mysterious deaths that occurred around the same time are somehow linked to an ancient jade statue.

Jorja attempts to retrace the last steps of her friend’s late father and determine what he had uncovered that led to his death. Her investigation takes her into the heart of Alberta’s Badlands and has her coming face to face with a killer.

Knight in the Museum was an intense read from the first few pages. It was packed full of action, suspense, and twists and turns throughout. The more Jorja Knight dug into the mysterious death of her friend’s father the more questions she had that remained unanswered. Numerous times it seemed that Jorja was going to give up because the answers she was coming up with did not seem to make any logical sense. How on earth could one jade statue be linked to so many deaths? Was it really cursed as legend had it? For Jorja it made no sense, but she relentlessly pursued the investigation and did not give up until she unraveled the mystery.

I loved this book and did not realize that it was part of a series when I started reading it. Although, it can easily be read as a standalone, I know that I will be ensuring I read the other books as well. The author is a truly talented writer and I found it refreshing to read about cities in Canada. I loved how the author utilized Alberta’s badlands as a backdrop for where the mystery unfolded. I highly recommend this book!

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If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi – Review by Dessalynn Acosta

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If I had a Magic WandIf I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi – Review by Dessalynn Acosta

What a beautiful, heartwarming poem book! Gorgeous! Made me have sweet tears in my eyes! Loved it! Perfect to read with your babies!

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Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Amaleigha and the Big IdeaAmaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great inspirational children’s book. This is the second book by this author that I have read and I am quite impressed. I really like how the book grabs the reader and inspires them. This book is definitely a great book for your children and I only wish mine were young enough for this. I will definitely be recommending this book to friends who have younger children or grandchildren.

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Knight In The Museum (Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery Series Book 5) by Alice Bienia – Review by Diane Sennett

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Knight In The Museum ( Jorja Knight Mystery -Book 5)Knight In The Museum by Alice Bienia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This mystery had me from the start. PI Jorja Knight is almost carjacked. Jorja later learns that the would- be carjacker has been involved in a hit and run; unbeknownst to her the man may be connected to an investigation she has taken on involving an accidental death.
While Jorja works on piecing together pieces that she’s found; she realizes she may in over her head. She tries a few times to put her gut feelings aside and agree that the accidental death was just that-Jorja stumbles onto another clue leading her trudging murky waters.
This book is part of a series, but reads well as a stand-alone. I enjoyed every twist and turn and it kept me on the edge of my seat. The end may surprise you as it did me and I wholly recommend this book.

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A couple things I love about this book. Firstly, the title is adorable. The cover is sweet too. It is a shorter story but told perfectly and smoothly. My attention was drawn in and held due to the nature of the wonderful story.

Secondly I love the storyline..skiing competitively. I don’t run across this subject too often. While there isn’t a ton of skiing in here it has some of the drama that goes along with being in a competitive sport.

Lastly the characters are wildly different from each other. They both are hot to trot and have large reputations. She is the Golden Child of skiing and he is the former bad boy of motocross. I felt there would be a lot of time spent on why they are in the Paralympics but it was more about the feelings these two felt and their lovely romance.

Overall it is a wonderful holiday and winter themed story. It is a lighthearted fun book to read on a cold day.

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Snow In Love is a great Christmas romance novella that I really enjoyed reading. It was my first time reading this author so was unsure what to expect from this book. I’m glad I took a chance on it as it’s definitely worth a read.
Although short at 100 pages, the author manages to pack a great deal of content in to make it an enjoyable read that keeps you engaged from beginning to end.
I really enjoyed reading about the 2 main characters Sienna and Connor. Being the golden princess of paralympic skiing you’d expect her to be a bit of a dive, but she’s far from it. Connor was the playboy motocross rider before his accident and is now a totally changed man in many ways and I really engaged with his character as he tried to make himself a better person.
I have to admit that I really wanted to slap Sienna’s mother and give her father a good shake. My heart broke for how Sienna was treated.
This is a great Christmas romance and I’d definitely recommend giving it a try.

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I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Melissa Fink

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I Love You Today (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2)I Love You Today by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m not usually a romance reader but Julie had my attention since the first book. Everything about this series has been amazing! The plot, the characters, and the story line is amazing. I highly recommend you read Books 1 & 2. I can’t wait to read the next one either!

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Murder on Oak Street ( A South Shore Mystery Book 1) by I.M. Foster – Review by Heather Watson

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Murder on oak streetMurder on oak street by I. M. Foster

This is the first murder mystery book that I have ever read. I was surprised by the murder I was following. I had thought it was the one I started off reading then the story took a turn, and it ended up connected. I surprised myself by being able to read this one because of the old writing but I pushed through it. I wanted to see who really committed the murder then I couldn’t put it down. If you are ready for a murder mystery then this is the book for you, I really hope the author gives us more to the story to find out about the love stories that are brewing.

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Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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Degrees of Innocence (Prestian Series, #1)Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OH MY GOSH THIS BOOK IS AMAZING!! I am obsessed with mafia romances and this book was so wonderfully written I cannot put into words just how amazing it was! It started off with the main characters meeting while giving CPR to a patron in the restaurant and then from there the chaos ensued! Literally the tones of the book were amazing, and I could not wait to read the book when I would be on my lunch breaks or finally at home where I could read until my eyes could not read anymore. There were lots of twists and turns in this book that LITERALLY had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was to happen next! I cannot wait to read the other books in the series once they come out and to tell my friends about this! I think I just found my new favorite author!!

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was just the holiday romance that I needed to read to really get in the spirit of Christmas! I love the fact that this was a book about characters that are in the Paralympics and that it really gave insight into their preparations/thoughts about the competition. I have not read a book that highlighted characters that both are overcoming body differences compared to others. I found myself devouring this book on my breaks and lunches when I was at work. I even found myself wondering what would happen next in the story and daydreaming of different scenarios. I cannot wait to read more books by this wonderful author!!

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The Coin Audiobook by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Taking a getaway, Gabriela visits La Marbriere France. While there she finds a 1945 French coin. That is where everything turns deadly. Richard, an Intelligence officer who was on vacation, is now helping to keep Gabriela safe while trying to catch the man who is threatening her life. This story is fast paced and is a rollercoaster of twists and turns. You will find yourself listening and getting caught up in this Romantic Suspense. The author has clearly written this series to entertain her readers. Her characters are just everyday people whose lives are turned upside down. I could not put this book down.

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Snow in Love is a delightful holiday romance. This is a quick read but a well-thought-out story. Sienna and Connor are one of those couples you want to see succeed. The two meet on the slopes, but immediately I wanted it to develop into more. The characters contrast each other nicely. I always enjoy a holiday romance story, and this did not disappoint. I recommend this book if you need a quick getaway and to get in the holiday spirit. I look forward to checking out more from this author in the future.

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Faultless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Emily Nolden

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Faultless Love by K.G Fletcher
5 out of 5 stars

This was my first book that I have ever read by K.G. Fletcher and she did not disappoint. I’ve been in a bit of a reading slump with romance, but I thought I’d take a shot with this story.
Growing up on a farm, and now running a farm myself I was a bit skeptical about the writing in this book and if everything would be accurate (a pet peeve of mine). But, K.G. Did not disappoint at all. She was accurate in a majority of her story, which makes me very happy as a reader and a farmer!
But, I should also focus on the romance in this story, which plays a big part in this book. You easily fell in love with every single character. They were just so easy going and lovable. Every single problem the two main love interests, Teddy and Robyn, they overcame together. They didn’t turn their backs on each other, but they worked together. If that doesn’t melt your heart, I don’t know what would!
I can’t wait for book 2!!

Knight In The Museum (Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery Series Book 5) by Alice Bienia – Review by Tori Werkheiser

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Knight In The Museum ( Jorja Knight Mystery -Book 5)Knight In The Museum by Alice Bienia
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I actually had more fun with this book than i thought i would. We are following PI Jorja who was asked to look into a death by the victims daughter as she believes his death was no accident. As Jorja does this mostly as a favor to a friend, we are taken on a crazy ride with a lot of twists and a lot of connections that take a lot of hard work to unfold and figure out. This was exciting enough to keep me interested but my heart wasnt pounding out of my chest with anticipation which i enjoyed the less intense thrill this book gave me. I read it pretty fast casue i wanted to see how it all ended up making sense in the end. Jorja was a great female lead and there was even small glimpses at romance and other life situations so that was fun. Overall a good read.

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Snow in Love by Libby Kay – Review by Audrie Harrington

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Snow in LoveSnow in Love by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A fun holiday read that I finished in a day! The main characters are both athletes training for the Paralympics at a ski lodge that is closed for a remodel. Connor had to have a partial amputation after a motocross accident and Sienna was born with only a partial leg. They are thrown together to train over Christmas before the big race. Karl is coaching them on the slopes and they get to know each other in the lodge where they open up to each other and learn that they are more than their reputations. The lodge sounds like an amazing place to escape, spend a holiday, and cozy up around the fire. The characters are both struggling to find themselves and are not sure if they can trust each other but there are sparks from the first meeting. I will be looking at more from the author because I loved the quick read!

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National Parks: An Angsty Second Chance Multicultural Romance by Laikyn Meng – Review by Ayla Phipps

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National ParksNational Parks by Laikyn Meng
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book that I have read by Laikyn Meng. I found the cover interesting and the synopsis original and decided to give it a try. With so little multicultural romances out there it was interesting to find one so unique. Phoebe is a nature photographer. Kenzo is her boyfriend that loves traveling with her for her job.
From the first page the author pulls at your heart strings for Phoebe. Growing up her family was very cold, and didn’t show affection, the first time she felt happy she also felt sad. She was between the ages of eight and eleven, unsure because she didn’t always get a birthday celebration every year. While at her aunt’s house in Texas for the summer she would watch a neighbor girl wait on the front porch for her grandfather, and after several minutes of hugging each other, they would leave. In those moments she realized for the first time that there were other types of families out there, loving families. Phoebe for the first time wanted something that she didn’t have. At the age of sixteen she left home for the first time finding her passion for photography and being told for the first time that it was more than just a hobby and was paid for her beautiful pictures. She was older now, loving her work and her boyfriend but the echoes of the happiness she once felt weren’t always enough. Kenzo never thought he would be the kind of guy to fall in love and settle down, until he suddenly was willing to do anything, even jump into the murky waters of the Everglades National Park in Florida to retrieve Phoebe’s first camera that had fallen in the water. With time all things change, “Only remember the Good Echoes.”
Will Phoebe and Kenzo find their ways back to each other? Are the echoes enough to keep the spark going? The world the author created in National Parks was beautiful, while the time jumps sometimes made it difficult to keep up with what was past and present the book flowed like the rivers of Nepal. I look forward to reading more of the amazing works by Laikyn Meng in the future.

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Murder on Oak Street ( A South Shore Mystery Book 1) by I.M. Foster – Review by Rachel Moss

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Murder on oak streetMurder on oak street by I. M. Foster
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really good book! While the mystery was fairly predictable in my opinion, it was well written and enthralling enough to catch my attention and hold it. I enjoyed the characters and I felt like the author did a good job keeping it historically accurate while also making the book easy to read. It didn’t feel like a quick read to me, but nevertheless I still enjoyed it and will definitely be checking out more books from this author in the future!

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National Parks: An Angsty Second Chance Multicultural Romance by Laikyn Meng – Review By Shannen Kern

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National ParksNational Parks by Laikyn Meng
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story sticks with you long after finishing it and tugs at every emotion you have. I was blown away by this book which was pleasantly surprising because I hadn’t heard of the author before. I am beyond happy I decided to pick this up and give them a chance. You will get to know Phoebe and Enzo throughout this second-chance romance. It’s not a walk in the park by any means, so please heed the trigger warning that the author kindly put up. Even through the heartbreak I was rooting for them, the author did a phenomenal job creating this world. I am watching this author intently now as I want to read anything they put out. You won’t be disappointed, please give this book a chance to engage you in an emotional rollercoaster!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Return to Gallanvaig (A Quirk of Destiny Book 2) by Catherine Greenall – Review by Darla Yocom

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Return to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of DestinyReturn to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of Destiny by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book two of the “Quirk of Destiny” trilogy was mind blowing. Based on a post apocalyptic world, genetically modified food has greatly reduced the world’s population and caused the humans to agree to no longer eat animal based foods. On the other hand, the newly gene-mutated diseased humans, also known as “Genies”, are attempting to make a grab for power.

The author did an impressive job with this work of fiction that has a creepy twist of possible truths hidden within it. It also is a great adventure with a good vs evil storyline. It is a refreshing take on a fictional tale with wonderfully compelling characters and riveting story building. What a great addition to this series and I think readers will thoroughly enjoy it.

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