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Finally Friends: Donut the Dog & Peanut the Squirrel Learn Social Skills (Donut & Peanut Collection) by Debbie Sullivan – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Finally Friends: Donut the Dog & Peanut the Squirrel Learn Social SkillsFinally Friends: Donut the Dog & Peanut the Squirrel Learn Social Skills by Debbie Sullivan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a cute book about forming friendships. Donut is lonely and wants to make a friend. Donut tries again and again to reach out to Peanut the Squirrel with no success. When Donut finally learns why Peanut runs away, she is able to form a friendship with Peanut. Love this book and plan to buy the physical copy for my grandkids.

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Whisper (The Entian Curse) by Kay Ross – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Whisper (The Entian Curse, #1)Whisper by Kay Ross
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book has it all…curses, death, hope and so much more. This was my first read by this author. She did a great job of writing this book from the perspective of the curse. Hold on for a great ride.

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To be a Fae Rogue (Realm Chronicles Series) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Paula R Sayers

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To be a Fae Rogue (Realm Chronicles Book 4)To be a Fae Rogue by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is the fourth installment in the Realm Chronicles series. This YA fantasy read is enjoyable. Titania is selfless if fighting for her people. She also wants to protect humans. Can she do both?

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A Pig and a Poke by Tricia Gardella – Review by Paula R Sayers

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A Pig and A PokeA Pig and A Poke by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Angela wants to catch and win a pig but Bruce is determined to win for himself. Bruce is a bully and is mean to Angela. Angela persists and ends up winning. Cute book.

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Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 5) by Libby Kay – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Forever to Fall (Buckeye Falls, #5)Forever to Fall by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mallory Lawson once “married” her bother’s best friend, Beckett, when they were kids. Now Beckett is back in Buckeye Falls and Mallory has feelings for him still. This book is a page turner and kept me wondering if Mallory would find the love of her life. This is a great addition to a series I have come to love.

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Murder in Prospect (An Eve Sawyer Mystery) by Jane Suen – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Murder in Prospect: An Eve Sawyer MysteryMurder in Prospect: An Eve Sawyer Mystery by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Eve is asked to help find out if her friend Bob’s Uncle Will died of natural causes. I enjoyed this book as Eve finds herself involved in another murder mystery. I loved the characters and am looking forward to the next book in the Eve Sawyer mystery series. Enjoyed it thoroughly.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Art of Deception (Notebook Mysteries Series) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Notebook Mysteries Art of DeceptionNotebook Mysteries Art of Deception by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loved the seventh book in the Notebook Mysteries series!! The book was fast paced and a page turner. Peggy’s brother is thrown from a train and dies. Emma and Jeremy are determined to find out who did it and to bring them to justice. This is a great historical fiction. Looking forward to more of this series.

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El Diablo (Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Series) by Kathryn Dodson – Review by Paula R Sayers

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El Diablo: A Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Novel (Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Series Book 2)El Diablo: A Jessica Watts Southwest Suspense Novel by Kathryn Dodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jessica learns some disturbing things about a youth pastor and decides that she must rescue the girls he may have harmed. She gets herself into trouble and jeopardizes her marriage in her pursuit of the truth. I enjoyed this book because I felt like I got to know each of the characters. The pacing of the book was good. I am always happy with the books I read by this author.

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Shadowed Storm: A Shadow Defense Security Thriller Book 4 (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Shadowed Storm (Shadow Defense Security, #4)Shadowed Storm by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Alexis Hayes stumbles upon trouble when she is diving. Alexis has to work with Seb who is a Navy Seal to try to stop an evil plot from ruining water sources. Alexis is strong headed but so is Seb. I felt the book moved very slowly but did enjoy it in the end.

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun!Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet: A book to explain how visiting the vet with your pets can be fun! by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This cute book teaches kids all about taking their pets to the vet. Charlie and Abby help get Oscar and Emmy to the vet where they learn about keepingd their pets healthy and why they need to have an annual checkup. At the end of the book, there are many tips for keeping your pet healthy at home!!

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Lost Hollow: A Small Town Science Fiction Romance (Alienville Series Book 1) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Lost Hollow : A Small Town Science Fiction Romance (Alienville Book 1) (Alienville Series)Lost Hollow : A Small Town Science Fiction Romance (Alienville Book 1) by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was not sure about this book but it sounded interesting so I decided to read it. I am so glad I did. I could not put it down!!! Moira goes to the town of Allenville to look for her twin sister, Claire, who has disappeared. The town seems like any ordinary town until Moira stumbles on some information at the local library. Could the town really be the home to aliens? This is such a good mystery book that had me loving the characters and the plot.

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“Absurd,” Said Bird : A Fun Children’s Adventure About a Mouse Who Dreams of Travel (Mouse Traveler) by Tricia Gardella – Review by Paula R Sayers

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“ABSURD,” SAID BIRD.: A mouse plans a trip to the moon. by Tricia Gardella
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Cute book about a mouse who wants to build a plane so he can fly to the moon to get cheese for he and his barnyard friends. The other animals, except for bird, help him build the plane. Bird tells mouse over and over that his idea is absurd. After the failed flight to the moon bird tells us why he said the plan was absurd. I felt this book lacked an ending.

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From Darkness into Love (Hope & Hearts from Swan Harbor Book 1) by Sophie Bartow – Review by Paula R Sayers

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From Darkness into Love (Hope & Hearts from Swan Harbor, #1)From Darkness into Love by Sophie Bartow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Book 1 in the Hope and Hearts from Swan Harbor series was so good. I felt like I got to know each of the characters and want to read the next book!! Cam and Jessie have known each other all their lives. Skating took Jessie away from Swan Harbor but now she is back. Cam and Jessie have had a hard time with their relationship and someone is out to keep them apart. Can they find out who is behind all of the things that are going on? Will their relationship survive?

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Paula R Sayers

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

In this cute book, Rocky does not want to go to his family reunion because he does not know anyone who will be there. Rocky does not enjoy any of the games because he does not know how to play them. When it is time for dumpster diving though, Rocky saves the day and ends up enjoying himself. When it is time to leave, he makes plans to visit the country and his cousin says he will visit Rocky in the city. A cute book about making the most of situations and learning from others.

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Tally and the Angel, The Sands of Time (Tally and the Angel Series) by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Tally and the Angel, The Sands of Time: Thrilling Middle Grade fantasy adventure where Greek Myths come alive!Tally and the Angel, The Sands of Time: Thrilling Middle Grade fantasy adventure where Greek Myths come alive! by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this addition to the series very much. I believe middle grade readers will enjoy it. It is its own unique story while also having Greek mythology through it. Tally meets Theo who has also lost him Mom as Tally has. He believes he has a plan to bring them both back to life. But can it work?

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Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Paula R Sayers

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The Misery House (The House on the Hill, #1)The Misery House by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

New Haven is a quiet town that begins to see too many tragedies. The families in the community have always been close but things begin to change. This mystery gave me the creeps. A good beginning to a series.

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a HurricaneOscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable kids book to help them learn how to handle severe weather. Charlie and Abby learn how to have boxes packed for emergencies not only for the people but for their animals as well. Oscar and Emmy are well taken care of during the hurricane, possible tornadoes and flooding. This book teaches while being a cute story.

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer – Review by Paula R Sayers

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill, #2)The Silent Forest by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Woods family is back as we visit New Haven once again. A series of unsolved cases are piling up. Time is running out. This was a good follow up book in this series. Make sure to read The Misery House before diving into this book.

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Five Tries to Get It Right by Kathryn Dodson – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Five Tries to Get It RightFive Tries to Get It Right by Kathryn Dodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Such a good book about the power of friendship. Kate has decided that life is no longer worth living. Her best friend Lydia is not going to let her give up. They embark on a trip around the world to relive some of their youthful adventures. Will Lydia be able to help Kate save herself?

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Dinopotamus Goes to School (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Dinopotamus Goes to SchoolDinopotamus Goes to School by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An easy to read book for children. Dinopotamus goes to school with the children. He cannot do everything the children do, but they include him nonetheless. Dinopotamus enjoys his day at school and decides he will go back the next day. A cute book.

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Under Jackson Bridge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller (Beyond the Bridge Book 1)Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When Irena Fishbone’s ex-husband Jack falls overboard on an outing and disappears she begins to wonder if she really knew him. For the sake of their daughter, Kelly, Irena decides that she needs to investigate his possible death. As the mystery develops lies from others begin to surface and Irena is not sure who she can trust. This book will keep you guessing!!

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Brushed Up on Murder (A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Brushed Up on Murder (A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery, Book #1Brushed Up on Murder (A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery, Book #1 by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Molly Stewart owns a cat grooming business with a mobile grooming van. Upon trying to return one of her feline clients to his owner, she finds his owner deceased. The deceased is in the garden and has died due to the use of a left handed gardening implement. Molly decides she needs to find out who has done this to one of her customers. This book is filled with great characters both human and feline. I look forward to reading the next book in the series!!

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Purrfectly Framed (A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Purrfectly Framed: A Mobile Cat Groomer MysteryPurrfectly Framed: A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When someone threatens Evan and the pets, Molly decides an investigation is needed. A body is found in the darkroom of Molly’s friend Evan and that is when it all begins. Evan owns a photographer studio and Molly is the local mobile cat groomer. Together they make quite a team. Loved this second book in this series!!

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Come Home to Death by Marilyn Levinson – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Come Home to DeathCome Home to Death by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Erica has only known Terry for a very short time but marries him because she is in love. Erica has left her home with her two aunts and did not look back. But, when all is not as it seems with her husband, Erica returns home. This book had some twists and kept me guessing. Enjoyable page turning read!!

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Kris & The Cowboys (The Adventures of Kris) by Art Blegen – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Kris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of KrisKris & The Cowboys: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kris comes to the rescue when Bart the cattle rustler steals Patches (a cow). This kids books tells a good story while educating the reader about cowboys and the lives they lead. Kris is the hero in this book and she helps the reader learn many valuable lessons. Kids will enjoy the adventure!

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Rhapsody in Black: An Elena del Carral Mystery (Rhapsody In… Series, Book 1) by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Rhapsody in Black: An Elena del Carral MysteryRhapsody in Black: An Elena del Carral Mystery by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book is the first installment in the Elena del Carral Mystery series. The author’s own mother was the inspiration for this book. Elena del Carral is invited to audition for an unfinished ballet by the great choreographer Rene Fauchier. But, Elena has a secret that involves the Rhapsody in Black. A cozy mystery like none.

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Murder on West Main (A South Shore Mystery) by I.M. Foster – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Murder on West Main: A South Shore MysteryMurder on West Main: A South Shore Mystery by I.M. Foster
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Colin did not expect to find the body of his boss when he went to work early one morning. Nor, did he expect to be arrested for this. Daniel is the town’s coroner and does not believe in Colin’s guilt. But, can Daniel prove who the guilty party is? This is a good cozy mystery.

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Finding Cheer (Magical Emerald Hollow Series) by Heather Schneider – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Finding Cheer (Magical Emerald Hollow #2)Finding Cheer by Heather Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Holly has made a home in Emerald Hollow and all is going well. A man shows up during a snowstorm and has no memory of his life before this. Sofia wants to trust him and pursue her feelings for him but is worried that maybe he cannot be trusted. This book is a sweet entertaining book. Looking forward to more in this series.

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Charming Chapter (Boomer Babes Book Club Romances) by Lori Haas – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Charming Chapter : A Later-in-Life Just Kisses Romance (Boomer Babes Book Club Romances 1)Charming Chapter : A Later-in-Life Just Kisses Romance by Lori Haas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Laura takes a dream trip to England to delve into her family history. A brief encounter in a park with a misunderstanding may lead to more. This book was so much fun to read!! Looking forward to reading more in this series!!

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The Better Man (A Silver Buckle Romance Series) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Paula R Sayers

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The Better Man (Silver Buckle Brides, #2)The Better Man by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Laramee has returned to her parent’s ranch after she finds they are planning to sell it. She meets up with the man whom they have hired to help them. Laramee and Jamie begin to develop a relationship, but Laramee has baggage from the past that made her flee the ranch in the first place. Can Laramee overcome this tragedy and find love? A good story of loss and love.

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