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Diabolical Sword (The Charm Collector Book 1) by Melissa Erin Jackson – Review by Erica Shoebridge

Diabolical SwordDiabolical Sword by Melissa Erin Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This fantasy is hilarious, action-packed, and a really good time. Harlow is a smart and interesting young woman, who despite her career, has a good head on her shoulders and wants to see justice prevail in the world. The sword she stumbles across becomes “imprinted” on her (think baby duck) and she quickly develops an affinity with it. It is like an adorable murderous puppy, loyal to Harlow but quick to anger, and just as quick to exact vengeance on those who threaten it or Harlow. It often puts her into very real danger as she becomes blamed for the crimes it commits. But there is more at play here, and as Harlow tries to figure out what the sword is ultimately seeking, she uncovers more and more strange events happening in the town of Luma. Something in the Collective isn’t the way it seems, and danger is lurking. Is the government being truthful about the safety of the city? Are the boundaries as sturdy as they are purported? As she discovers more and more of the underbelly of the city, and the risk to her life increases, Harlow has some decisions to make about what to do with her discoveries.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger Illustrator KC Snider – Review by Caralee Loonat

Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are looking for a great book for kids then look no further. I really like how the author has dealt with the subject matter and how it is perfectly written to address a child’s curiosity.
I also like how the author made it a very easy to read and enjoyable short story. I wish I had children young enough to enjoy this book. I definitely recommend it for anyone with younger kids.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Carrie Reed

Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

Absolutely perfect! The art is beautifully done and the story is everything I could want for Christmas. This is the perfect way to tell children that there is no “real” Santa Claus, but reminding them that the magic of Santa Claus is real. I really liked the author points out that there will always be a Santa Claus as long as children believe. Children believing in Santa and even adults make the Christmas season all that much more magical. This is really the perfect Christmas book for children, I highly recommend.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a cute book for kiddos at that age where they start to question the magic of Santa.
I read this first and decided to hold off on reading to my daughter as she isnt quite there yet.
A gentle way to explain and the illustrations were so beautiful!

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Diabolical Sword (The Charm Collector Book 1) by Melissa Erin Jackson – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

Diabolical SwordDiabolical Sword by Melissa Erin Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Diabolical Sword (The Charm Collector Book 1)
By Melissa Erin Jackson

5-stars

Wow!!! What an amazing read!! This was my first book by this author but it won’t be my last, I cannot wait to continue with this series asap!!

This fantasy read has it all, it’s action-packed, complex, entertaining, intense, dynamic and surprisingly witty. I was intrigued and captivated right from the beginning, I loved all of the detail, the many characters, the original storyline honestly, I loved everything about it. I read it in one sitting as I just couldn’t bring myself to put it down, I just couldn’t get enough of this storyline.

I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone looking for their next one of a kind read!

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others
By Constance Mays

4-stars

This was a great little children’s book, one that teaches great values and morals through the many different situations in Priscida’s life. It’s told in a clear way that children will be able to understand and ultimately enjoy as she takes us through her one-of-a-kind journey.

I really enjoyed reading this one to my little kids and would recommend it to others.

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C. L. Schneider – Review by Netania Lim

Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this urban fantasy novel, as it was totally not what I was expecting. I thought the world-building and the elements to do with dragons were unique and intriguing, although I did find it a little confusing to begin with. However, once I settled into the story, I found myself enjoying it more and more. The characters were great, the plot is full of suspense, and I thought the novel was well-written. I can’t wait to read the next in the series!

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Broken Chains by Karina Kantas – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Broken ChainsBroken Chains by Karina Kantas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a new author for me and I don’t usually go for the dark mafia type books but I actually enjoyed this one! This book is definitely recommended for readers 18+.

I’m not going to say much about what happens as to not give anything away but talk about intense! This book has everything you could need. There is so much suspense I was on edge just waiting for what would happen next. Keep in mind it’s pretty dark and usually that’s not my thing but it’s a good read.

I enjoyed this authors writing style and the book definitely keeps you guessing. I’m glad I picked this one up!

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Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC #2) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett – Review by Debi Kircher

        Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC #2) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett 

 

5+++++++ Stars

 

This is my favorite book of the entire Satan’s Devils series, all chapters, all cities, this is the one. Drummer is and always will be my number 1! I read this book a ways back and it still stays with me today. Listening to this audio put it in a whole new perspective for me.. I’m not normally an audio person, I do a lot of text to speech, and listening to others with their voices hardly ever add up for me, but this book was spot on.

 

This one was full of everything I love about Manda’s books but had that little touch of something extra. I can feel how strong this MC is growing. The strength, the brotherhood, the loyalty, and the family. It’s all because of Drum’s leadership and it blows me away.

 

Drummer and Sam’s book again, will always be a favorite! Dear Lord, if you have not opened the world of the Satan’s Devils, you must do so, I literally can’t imagine not having these stories in my life.

 

LOVED IT!! And now I actually want to go read it again!

Broken Chains by Karina Kantas – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Broken ChainsBroken Chains by Karina Kantas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Broken Chains by Karina Kantas

Wow .What an intense yet suspenseful ride and I absolutely loved reading this Dark Mafia Romance. This story will grab ahold of you from the beginning and doesn’t let you go till the end. This author has an amazing gift and her style of writing has me wanting more. This is very dark and there are some parts that may be a trigger but if you can just hang on tight I promise its well worth it. Have you ever played the “What if game?” Well sometimes un life we do what we have to do to get by or because we are fooled into thinking things are one way when they aren’t. This is a story about Lily I’m not going to give much away other than this. She is way stronger than she thinks but is she strong enough to break the chains? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider – Review by Sofia Ribeiro

Mom, Is There a Santa Claus?Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really cute story about believing, not in Santa but in the magic that is Christmas for all people who find this season magical, I mean, people may grow up, but that doesn’t mean that they will stop believing in magic or in hope. Keeping the dream alive is half of the deed ^__^ that is the message of this story. That all of us may also be Dream Keepers.

I have two children, a boy, 4 years old and a girl, 8 years old, and last night when I read this story to them, both liked it very much, we discussed its meaning and why keeping the dream alive is important, it’s a great read not only for children to read alone, but to use this book as a reading for all class, and then discuss with the children what really it’s the meaning of Christmas how loving each other should be more important than, what can or cannot Santa bring!

Other great point is the drawings, this book has great drawings inside, reminded me of old story books, and that thought always warms my heart, as it brings me closer to when I was a child and when I started falling in love with books and reading.

I highly recommend this book, to children 4 -7 reading to them, and 8-11 to leave them reading it alone, but also that this is a great book to share ideas afterward <3

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Broken Chains by Karina Kantas – Review by Char Wahtomy-Alba

Broken ChainsBroken Chains by Karina Kantas

Liz is trying to simultaneously research for a book she is trying to write and find out what really happens behind the doors of MI5. She has become obsessed with all sorts of crime shows, specifically a show called Spooks. Do their day to day operations on the show happen in real life? When she is caught she seems to have gotten in over her head. Because of her attention to details she is recruited into MI5 and becomes a secret agent. During her first mission things get a bit hairy and she learns that the Mafia wants her taken out. What do they want with her? When she finds herself and her team surrounded she needs to make a tough decision. Will she surrender or fight for her freedom?

Overall this book was a quick read that keeps you on your toes. There is a trigger warning due to violence and some of the explicit scenes so read at your own risk. I’m not a squeamish person by any means, but even I got little uncomfortable reading these scenes. With that being said though this book was a good read and can be read in one sitting.

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Genre – Children’s Middle Grade, Fantasy, Adventure
Page Count – 150 pages
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If Tally and her angel Jophiel can’t break the curse hanging over a North Yukon village since the Klondyke Gold Rush, Tally will never see her dad again. In a race against time, over frozen lakes and snowy mountains, Tally faces greater challenges than she ever imagined. Wolves, gold-obsessed hunters, and mythical beings from the stars threaten everything that matters to her. At least Tally has an angel on her side – but Jophiel seems to know these mythical beings already, and he is afraid too…

The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior Series Book 1) by Griffin Brady

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Genre – Historical Fiction, Historical Romance
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Muscovy, 1610. Jacek Dąbrowski yearns to be recognized for his valor. Hoping his recent promotion to lieutenant will help secure the lands he desires, the twenty-two-year-old Polish cavalry officer earns instead the enmity of his captain. And his out-of-character rescue of two innocents from slaughter sets in motion a chain of grave consequences.
Discovering the young woman and her brother are not Russian enemies and have no kin, Dąbrowski escorts them back to the castle in his homeland. But as the rivalry with his superior grows and the blossoming beauty sparks a fire in his heart, the brave horseman may find his dreams of glory lying in tatters.
Can the courageous warrior survive hidden schemes that could destroy all he holds dear?
The Heart of a Hussar is the stirring first book in The Winged Warrior Series historical fiction duology. If you like driven heroes, gut-wrenching twists, and vivid scenes of combat, then you’ll love Griffin Brady’s well-researched tale.

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Griffin Brady is a historical fiction author with a keen interest in the Polish Winged Hussars of the 16th and 17th centuries. She accidentally stumbled into their world while researching another novel and was hooked, falling in love with their rich history of nobility, discipline, and valor. She is a member of the Historical Novel Society and Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers.

 

The proud mother of three grown sons, she lives in Colorado with her husband. She is also an award-winning romance author who writes under the pen name G.K. Brady.

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Destined to be king, Mafia underboss Stefano Rossi bides
his time until the throne is his and he can claim the only woman he wants by
his side. To show interest in her will place a deadly target on her back, but
he can’t resist the forbidden Mafia Princess. In the shadows, they find each
other, if only for a few stolen moments. Their relationship is full of risks
and dangers, especially while his ruthless father lives. But he has a plan to
change everything, and when they learn there’s a rat in the Chicago outfit,
it’s time to act.
Emiliana Vitale fell in love with the
one man off-limits to her years ago. Forced to keep their feelings for one
another a secret, she craves so much more than their clandestine kisses. After
clawing her way through hell and back from a vicious attack initiated by a rat
within the Five Families, she has emerged changed, her darkness matching
Stefano’s. She’s ready to unmask the traitor and take possession of the life
she’s always wanted, one with the dangerously handsome Stefano, and she’s tired
of waiting.
Her enemies are his, and when Emiliana’s life is
threatened, Stefano takes matters into his own hands to ensure her safety. As
they grow closer, so do their enemies. But he’s ready for them. Nothing will
keep him from Emiliana, and he’ll slay anyone who threatens what’s his.

Nite Fire: Flash Point by C. L. Schneider – Review by Carla Clemmons

Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great fantasy read that is fast paced from the start! I always enjoy a good shifter story and this one definitely keeps you interested. Dahlia is the strong character you root for to find that peace she seeks. I really enjoy the relationship between Dahlia and Creed. The descriptions in the story really help you see the different scenes in the story from the characters to the crime scenes. I am definitely reading book 2!

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Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow Duet Book 2) by Amy Argent – Review by Jasmin Marie

Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow #2)Whatever Tomorrow Brings by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the conclusion of the Embrace Tomorrow Duet. I was just as an emotional wreck reading this book as I was during book one… actually, probably more so but in a totally good way! This author has done such a great job creating characters and situations that are real and believable. This story is extremely well written and the characters are well developed and have so much depth to them. I loved how everyone pulled together for Will and I admired the supportive strength of Tori. Their story was a sad, wonderful, journey and I highly recommend it! … Just be sure to have tissues nearby!

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Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow Duet Book 2) by Amy Argent – Review by Nakyshia Leger

Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow #2)Whatever Tomorrow Brings by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was SO excited to be able to continue the story of Will and Tori! I was so emotionally invested in their story in the first book. This book was equally emotional, spinning me in every direction. I laughed, I cried, I could not stop reading. Will is battling cancer, and after wanting to give up, he has finally decided he wants to fight for his life. Tori is his girlfriend who wants nothing more than to take care of Will in hopes of spending their lives together. This book gives the raw emotional journey of battling cancer. You get insight from both points of view that send your emotions soaring. Have your tissues ready because you will need them right to the very end!

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Broken Chains by Karina Kantas-Review by Elena Tobar

Broken ChainsBroken Chains by Karina Kantas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book really highlights how one choice that seems minor at the time, can change your entire life in ways you never imagined. Liz is living a normal life that she considers to be boring and lacking in excitement. On a quest to stir up a little excitement and write a book, she stirs up far more than she bargained for. She learns some deep, dark, terrible family secrets that leave her the victim of kidnapping and horrific torture. Her path eventually leads her to Marco, who ends up being the one light in her life, that is everything she never realized she needed. This book has so much betrayal, danger, action, romance and deep soul mate love that it had me hooked from the very first page. There were so many twists that I didn’t see coming but the ending is absolutely fitting for a King and his Queen. There are some really dark scenes in this book that made my heart break for poor Liz and for Marco as well but it just made the ending all the sweeter.

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THE BOX (HER THREE IMMORTALS BOOK 4) by HAZEL STORM – Review by Angela Packard

The Box: A Greek Gods Urban Fantasy Romance (Her Three Immortals Book 4)The Box: A Greek Gods Urban Fantasy Romance by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in Her Three Immortals series. I have read the other books, but feel that you could read as a stand-alone, but why would you want to? Vanessa is sent on her fourth task, while her men are trying to help her in any way they can, their moms are trying to make her task difficult as can be. This book kept me turning the pages with the adventure and danger. Can Vanessa fulfill the last task? Vanessa reminds me that anyone worth loving is worth fighting for, including yourself. The ending was bittersweet to me as I have loved my time with these characters but am so excited to know that I will be able to go back into this world with future books!

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C. L. Schneider – Review by Rachel Moss

Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great urban fantasy read! I will admit that this book took me a bit to get into, once I got into it was amazing. The world building is great, the characters are awesome with a ton of character to them, and the empathy throughout this book is just incredible. I could hardly put this book down at some parts and was sucked in where I didn’t even know where I was at in other parts. I’m so glad I decided to pick this book up and I can’t wait to read the second installment of this series!

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C. L. Schneider – Review by Cindy Rushin

Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

All I can say is wow. I really liked this book. This book had it all, dragons, adventure, and intrigue. As a reader we are taken on an exciting journey that kept us guessing what was going to happen next. Dahlia Nite is such a kickass heroine. She is someone that draws you in and makes you feel for her and everything she has gone through and continues to go through. This series is good and I look forward to the next installment.

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C. L. Schneider – Review by LaBeccah Davis

Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book an amazing read the plot is very well thought out and the characters are very well thought. The background is pictured so well in my mind due to the amazing wiring of this author. This book has many twists and turns and I honestly can n not wait to read the next book in this series

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Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow Duet Book 2) by Amy Argent – Review by Betsy Melano

Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow #2)Whatever Tomorrow Brings by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A beautiful romance between Will, a man fighting cancer, and Tori, who loves him more than anything. The book was a bit hard to read for me since both my parents passed due to cancer. However, the love Will and Tori shared in this book kept so much hope in my heart. The author did an amazing job with the story and how cancer can decimate a person’s body. The characters in the book are very relatable and genuine. I really enjoyed reading the book and finding hope along with the characters as I read.
I did not read the first book but I was able to figure out the characters and the basic reasons why Will sent Tori away but that their love for each other made them hope.

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THE BOX (HER THREE IMMORTALS BOOK 4) by HAZEL STORM – Review by Anastasia Dodson

The Box: A Greek Gods Urban Fantasy Romance (Her Three Immortals Book 4)The Box: A Greek Gods Urban Fantasy Romance by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a good book, I didn’t want it to end and I couldn’t put it down. This was the last book in the series and I was eager to see how the author ended everything because I have liked this whole series. Every book keeps getting better and I wasn’t disappointed in this one. I loved all of the characters and I wasn’t ready to say goodbye to them. But according to the end of the book there will more installments in the world and I am so here for it!!!! I would recommend this awesome series to a friend!
Happy reading!

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Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow Duet Book 2) by Amy Argent – Review by stephanie nicole

Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow #2)Whatever Tomorrow Brings by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is just as intense as the first. After reading the first half of this duet I knew that this second half would be just as an emotional roller coaster ride. Tori and Will have such a romantic relationship that my soul wept for them. The amount of emotion, courage, determination and so much more was overwhelming but beautiful. Once again this author gives us our beautiful characters, an emotional plot, and a love story that will have you needing a whole box of tissues. So if your looking for an emotional read this weekend I highly recommend this book.

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen Series Book 1) by Anise Eden – Review by Corine Lombardi

Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yes yes yes!!!!!!!!
Now this is a five star read!
If you are a fan of psychological thrillers, reading this is a must.
There is humor, there is romance but you NEVER see it coming!
If you don’t believe me let me tell you I read this in one sitting!
This story starts with our main girl returning from a tragedy that happened at work!
Has she recovered, can she move forward?
Now this has a dystopian trope to it that does not disappoint.
Anticipation is an understatement and let’s say we all need a bestie like Con.
This author made me feel like I was part of this story in such a plot she introduces humor at just the right moments.
The ending had me ready to reread automatically.
I cannot stress this enough, you will be hooked by the first page.

“…..Please tell me you believe me, I’m begging you!”

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Still Taking Chances by Roz Lee – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Still Taking ChancesStill Taking Chances by Roz Lee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow, this book is a bit different for me when reading Dom/Sub or BDSM. This is my first book that I have read in which the roles are reversed. DEA Agent Elgin Huddleston comes home after a failed mission in which he loses 2 of his fellow agents. Elgin has a lot of past demons he needs to address. The loss of his grandmother, his mother and his fellow agents. When Elgin meets his neighbor, Mary Beth..this is when the story takes a turn. Not only is she a dom, but her methods are more to help psychologically. She wants to help Elgin confront his demons and love himself before things turn more to the want of being together. This story is more then just lust, BDSM and erotic, this story really dives deep into healing and the psychological aspect of past demons.

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Diabolical Sword (The Charm Collector Book 1) by Melissa Erin Jackson – Review by Corine Lombardi

Diabolical SwordDiabolical Sword by Melissa Erin Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a bumpy road for me and I love fantasy.
One of those love it or do not finish type of stories.
I must say I almost gave up but I didn’t and it was all worth it.
This is a new fantasy world that I would have never thought of.
So imaginative and original.
I loved the magical sword angle.
We have a female lead that brings a sexy to the mysterious fantasy world.
This story was very well rounded in the end and I understand now why it is dragged out,
The world that this author created is so structured and detailed that I am hooked.
This was a good read, however, long for my taste as a new reader of this author
If you are new to fantasy you will find this a hard read it doesn’t pick up right away but my recommendation is keep going if you start.
It has a mysterious twist that was very unexpected and I am sure there is more to this story.

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