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Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Julie Johnson

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Oscar and Emmy's First Christmas: An adorable Christmas story of two kittens enjoying the holidays. Christmas cat book.Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas: An adorable Christmas story of two kittens enjoying the holidays. Christmas cat book. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s Oscar and Emmy’s first Christmas as they can’t wait! There are so many lights and crinkly paper, and milk that gets left out for Santa! They get to participate in the family’s Christmas traditions and maybe a little mischief of their own!

Such a cute story with vivid illustrations!

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake Series) by Ashley Erin – Review by Meghan Lee-Mueller

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake, #1)By Your Side by Ashley Erin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

By Your Side is Book 1 in the Willowbrook Lake series. I adored this book, I’ve always loved a good small town romance.

Adeline is working through the grief of losing her husband when she moves to Willowbrook Lake, hoping the change of scenery and a new project would help her work through things. Owen is a local handyman – Adeline ends up hiring him to help her. The more time the two spend together, the more they fall for each other.

This book was very well written. I can’t wait for the next in the series!

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Julie Johnson

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a HurricaneOscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s my favorite set of kittens coming back to help small children and their families understand more about how to deal with inclement weather. This book specifically goes over a hurricane that is close by and how they are going to handle it properly and safely. It goes over the preparation humans should take regarding their safety, as well as that of their four legged friends.

The illustrations will keep your youngsters attention even if the content is a little over their head at their age. This is a must have for any family with pets!

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Ten Little Sea TurtlesTen Little Sea Turtles by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Of course, as an adult I can already count to ten, but when you have some cute little sea turtles to aid you, that makes it so much better. This was an adorable, well illustrated children’s book, and the sea turtles were just the cutest. At the end the author listed different facts about sea turtles, added a song, and little activities to make reading it more fun and kid friendly. I thought this was a nice little touch.

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Homicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee – Review by Shannen Kern

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Homicidal InnocenceHomicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one of the top reads of the year for me, without a doubt! This is the first book I have read by this author and since finishing it, I have picked up more of their work. The cover drew me in, and I didn’t even have to finish the synopsis before I picked it up. I dove straight into the book when I got home and was gripped from the first page of the prologue! Psychological thrillers are one of my favorite genres, so it’s a challenge to catch me off-guard. This story had so many twists and turns, dead ends, and mystery that I second guessed myself the entire way through. I love that this book is told from multiple points of view as we get to delve into the character’s brains and experience the story. What started as a morning plan to read a couple chapters ended up being an entire day spent absorbed into this romantic suspense! If you like thrillers with romance and spice all mixed in, please do yourself a favor and pick this book up. I cannot wait to start reading other stories by this author!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Homicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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Homicidal InnocenceHomicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it. For me personally it was really triggering because I used to be married to a cop. I still managed to put that to the side and enjoy it. Maya is a nanny who actually cares about the kids in her care unlike most women near her in the same profession. Cole is law enforcement. The way he’s drawn to Maya is nothing he’s ever experienced. With a serial killer on a hunt leaving some women dead and some missing. With no preference. Cole having a hunch Maya is in danger.

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Natalia Gonzales Castrejon

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Raccoon ReunionRaccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story! I loved how this shows the strengths and weaknesses that each person has! And I love how it shows to conquer your fear of not fitting in with others and also showing what you know when it matters the most! I really enjoyed this story!

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake Series) by Ashley Erin – Review by Shannen Kern

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake, #1)By Your Side by Ashley Erin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I hadn’t read anything by this author before, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. This is the first book in the Willowbrook Lake series, and it had me hooked from the very first chapter! It was quite emotional and had me tearing up a few times. If you’ve ever had your heart broken or experienced a devastating tragedy, this will probably tug at your heart as well. It’s a beautiful second chance romance that includes a grieving process. I always enjoy the dual points of view in books because it allows me to get a better understanding of each character. If you enjoy emotional contemporary romances, there’s a good chance you’ll find yourself lost in this book. I can’t wait to see what the author has in store for us next.

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Homicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee – Review by Nina Maes

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Horrific thriller! Great characters with storyline. This is a page turner that will have you at the edge of your seat. This is one of those thrillers that will have you second guessing. I recommend to readers who don’t mind brutal writing and steamy sexual scenes put together.

Homicidal InnocenceHomicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Horrific thriller! Great characters with storyline. This is a page turner that will have you at the edge of your seat. This is one of those thrillers that will have you second guessing. I recommend to readers who don’t mind brutal writing and steamy sexual scenes put together.

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Salt Love by Marika Ray – Review by Jules Herbert

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Salt Love: A Summer Romantic ComedySalt Love: A Summer Romantic Comedy by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Where Oh where do I start with how much I truly LOVED reading this book! It is a fun captivating storyline that keeps you turning page after page joyfully. The characters are just heart warming and so relatable that I wanted to crawl into this book so I could be with them too. With a beautiful HEA this is truly a book not to be missed. I can’t wait to devour more of this super talented authors amazing books!!!

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill, #2)The Silent Forest by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer. HOLY MOLY! This book was intense! Its not one to read while you are alone in the dark or you will not sleep. This is my favorite genre so I knew I would like it but I LOVED it. This book picks up right where the previous one leaves off so I do recommend reading the 1st book before this one. Its a few weeks after the first book ends and Alison is still missing but Kaia still believes she is out there. Kaia begins a search on her own and while searching she digs up some things about people in this town that they would probably rather stayed secret. Will Kaia end up putting herself in danger digging up all these secrets? The sheriff is not happy that these secrets are coming out as are several others in town. These people could be dangerous if crossed. Hang on to the edge of your seat because this book will have you jumping from the get go. Such a awesome thrilling, scary story. I can’t wait for the next one!

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Ten Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann – Review by Kelsie Wheeler

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Ten Little SandpipersTen Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This counting book has adorable illustrations and works on counting up to ten. The story follows sandpipers as they are playing on the beach until they end up falling asleep. At the end of the book there are facts about sandpipers, and a find and count with other sea creatures. I would highly recommend this book.

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Kelsie Wheeler

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Ten Little Starfish: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children (Marine Life Counting Collection)Ten Little Starfish: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This adorable counting book has great illustrations. The story gives some good vocabulary relating to starfish and the sea. Not only does the story count to 10 but it has a cute story about the starfish as they go along. The end has a bunch of great starfish facts and a seek and find that also works on counting objects to 5. I would recommend this to anyone with children working on counting or sea life.

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Samantha Cleaver

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Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children (Marine Life Counting Collection)Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was really cute. My son, who is 4, loved this! It gives facts about sea turtles and helps with basic counting. Def recommend this book for the littles!

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Kelsie Wheeler

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Ten Little Sea TurtlesTen Little Sea Turtles by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This counting books has some adorable illustrations. The story follows some sea turtles on their first day from hatching to finding a place to sleep in the ocean, all while counting to ten. At the end of the book there are sea turtle facts and a find and seek that works on counting to five. I would highly recommend this books.

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Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2)Finding Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas. This is the 2nd book in the Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy and while you don’t have to read the 1st book to understand this one, I always recommend reading them in order to get a better understanding of the characters. This is Rachel and Miguel’s story. Rachel is a real estate agent who has never done well in the dating department. While getting stood up on a date Rachel is drinking her cares away and she meets Miguel who happens to own the restaurant. Miguel cooks her food and they talk and talk. Miguel is still recovering from a bad relationship so he’s not looking for love at all but when it happens you can’t stop it. Rachel is smitten with Miguel but she’s afraid he is still grieving his past relationship. Will they be able to have their happy ending. Read this sweet story to find out!

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a HurricaneOscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Real world events seen from another perspective. Terri Sabol’s Oscar and Emmy series makes the reader take a step back and remember that as important as it is for you to have a plan for disasters it’s important to have them for your pets too. As the news showed in the book several abandon their pets out of the lack of a plan and preparation for what’s needed to take them. Added facts on details and more information on what’s needed for pet emergency kits is amazing. Also, this book teaches the reader to have empathy for those less fortunate in disasters and small ways they can help that leave big impacts like making cookies and teaching others how to make a kit for their pets.

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children (Marine Life Counting Collection)Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stunning illustrations and easy to read. Kim Ann’s books are always a winner with growing little readers. The easy-to-read stories take you on a journey with the turtles, in this book, as one is added on with each turn of the page. Before you know it you have reached the end where there are facts and a fun little counting search game for your little one to enjoy.

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Nichole Chrisman

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a HurricaneOscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic story not just for kids but for any pet owner! This story shows how to prepare for a hurricane both for people and for your pets. The author presents it in a way that is factual but not scary for kids and give wonderful advice for pet kits. The cover page has Oscar and Emmy’s paw prints which adds to the cuteness of this story. Very great book for anyone who lives in a hurricane pathway!

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Homicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee – Review by Jenique Bornman

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Homicidal InnocenceHomicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

**A Riveting Psychological Thriller with a Twist of Obsession**

In “Homicidal Innocence,” VJ Lee plunges readers into a chilling world where learned behavior leads to deadly consequences. Set in the superficial glamour of Diamond Valley, the story follows a killer whose twisted sense of justice clashes with Detective Cole Silverthorne’s relentless pursuit.

Amidst the darkness, a disturbing romance unfolds, blurring the lines between love and possession. Lee’s narrative probes deep into the complexities of identity and the allure of violence, creating a gripping psychological thriller that leaves a lasting impression.

This five-star read combines raw intensity with a haunting exploration of obsession, making it essential for fans of suspenseful and thought-provoking fiction.

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The Silent Forest: A shocking psychological thriller with an unforgettable ending (The House on the Hill) by David Kummer 6/29, review by Amanda Gray

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill, #2)The Silent Forest by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Silent Forest: A shocking psychological thriller with an unforgettable ending (The House on the Hill) by David Kummer 6/29, review by Amanda Gray

The Silent Forest begins right where Misery house ends, using the same format of the previous book, each chapter from a different member of the Wood’s family point of view. Each member of the town is charged from the events in the previous and none of them for the better. This book takes you deeper into the depths of the malevolent house on the hill. It takes you on a journey to find if Allison is alive or dead in the house. This page turner answers the question at the very end and leaves you needing more answers as you eagerly await the next book in this series. The feeling it leaves you with, is that there may be no happy endings here.

The Silent Forest, The House on the Hill, David Kummer, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Suspense, Thriller, Amanda Gray, June 2024

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Misery House by David Kummer, review by Amanda Gray

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The Misery House (The House on the Hill, #1)The Misery House by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misery House by David Kummer, review by Amanda Gray
This novel starts right away with mystery and foreboding. Every member of the Woods’ family serves as a protagonist. The story is told through each family member, giving a more complete picture of the history in the small town and its mysterious events. The book gives Stephan King vibes, he loves to tell a creepy story from a small town. This town goes back generations, and rarely see’s newcomers. The townsfolk are not welcoming to anyone that hasn’t always been there. A large, empty house sits on a hill overlooking the town, there are many stories about the house and none of them good. As the book ends, it leaves you with unanswered questions and eager for the next one.

Misery House, The House on the Hill, David Kummer, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Suspense, Thriller, Amanda Gray, June 2024

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The Music That Ties Us (Love Ties Us Series) by Nicolette Terry – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Music That Ties Us: A Rockstar Romance (Love Ties Us)The Music That Ties Us: A Rockstar Romance by Nicolette Terry
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read The Story that Ties Us, I was looking forward to reading this book. This book was even better than the other and I was pulled into this story immediately. The characters were so relatable. Their connection was intense and emotional and yet there seemed to be so much standing in their way. I am desperately hoping they would find their way through it all.
I loved the story the author had created. It really drew me in and was the kind of story that didn’t let go until I had finished the book. I was completely invested in what was going on and the characters journey. This is a brilliant book that I would highly recommend.

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The Ghastly Gumball by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jamie Truex

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The Ghastly GumballThe Ghastly Gumball by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yet another wonderful book by Naomi Valkyrie! I was so hooked, I read the entire book while waiting to get my tires changed! All of her books so far have literally grabbed me from page one and did not let go. I love that you never fully know what you’re going to get when you pick up the book but are never disappointed. Magic, shifters, romance and a little trouble makes for a perfect story! I can’t decide if Clyde is my favorite character or if it’s Brix. I would love to learn more about her. I’d also love to learn more about Jinx. Like usual with Naomi Valkyrie, I highly recommend you reading this book. You won’t regret it!

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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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The Story That Ties Us (Love Ties Us Series) by Nicolette Terry – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Story That Ties UsThe Story That Ties Us by Nicolette Terry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is an emotional second chance romance story about two characters who have to find a way to put the past behind them. From the moment these characters met again, it was obvious they had not left their feelings behind. Even with everything else between them, their connection was undeniable.
With everything focused on the characters, the author created a great story around them. It was easy to read, engaging and lovely to watch the feelings between the characters develop. The whole way through the book I was hoping for their happy ending. This is a thoroughly enjoyable read.

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K. S. Gantt – Review by Rita White

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories is 8 stories compiled of different people with different fears. Check your trigger warnings! A couple of stories are scary, and the others are downright creepy. Each story is short but really good by itself. I would definitely read each individual book if they ever became their own book. Definitely worth checking out.

By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake Series) by Ashley Erin – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake, #1)By Your Side by Ashley Erin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and heartwarming contemporary romance which captivated me from the start. Adeline is a widow who was not looking for love when Owen came into her life. She hires her neighbour Owen as a contractor to help her renovate her house. Thinking him grumpy to begin with, she soon discovers that although he’s a man of few words, he’s the only one to make her grieving heart beat again. Owen knows of Adeline’s loss and thinks of her as a force of nature. He was only being neighbourly when he agreed to the renovations, but as the weeks fly by he finds himself falling for her. This is a sweet second chance at love story and the chemistry between Adeline and Owen really came across in the narrative. Set within a small town the main characters are likeable and relatable making it easy to feel invested in their love story.

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer – Review by Megan Rea

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill, #2)The Silent Forest by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second in the House on the Hill series and I highly recommend reading the first book before picking this one up. I didn’t and I was confused…not in a “I have absolutely no idea what’s going on here” way, but more in a “I think this has already been explained and I missed it” way. I will say the beginning of the book is slow and it takes awhile to get in to it but once it does, you won’t want to put it down. I’m definitely going to go back and read the first book so that I can fill in some of the missing pieces to the story. If you are looking for a psychological thriller that will haunt you then pick up this book (and I’m going to go ahead and say series) because you won’t want to put it down. I love how Kummer writes his characters; they are extremely relatable…like live down the road, next-door-neighbor relatable. And the twists and turns of the plot line *chef’s kiss*
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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer – Review by Kerry Carr

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill, #2)The Silent Forest by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in The House On The Hill Series. This is a great psychological thriller with hints of horror. This is the second book and you do definately need to read book 1- The Misery House to follow the story completely.

This was a gripping read right from the start. The author really does an amazing job of writing a story that captivates a reader and doesn’t let them go. I wasn’t able the put it down and the ending and left me wanting more.

This story continues a few weeks after the 1st book. Alison is still missing and Kaia doesn’t believe she is dead. Kaia takes it upon herself to keep search and is looking everywhere to find her uncovering some old town secrets along the way.
While she is searching people are going missing in the town and Sherif Wheeler is starting to struggle under the pressure.
Kaia’s search takes her to speak to the one man she never wanted to see again to find answers. After leaving random clues will Malaki finally give her something that will blow this whole thing wide open? Can he even he trusted? Is Alison still alive? And what exactly is happening in New Haven?

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