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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Shannen Kern

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! I have enjoyed the Evil Sushi series and was worried that the third installment would start to lose some of its uniqueness. I am happy to be wrong as this one may be my favorite! I highly recommend reading these books in order to gain the fullest experience. This author is always on my watch list because their writing style is unmatched in this genre! The series has been full of quirkiness, and this one was no exception. The story flows very well, allowing everything to unfold naturally. That being said, I never see what is coming next in this series! I love that I am constantly caught off guard with twists and turns throughout the entire book. I am eagerly awaiting to see what this author has in store for us next!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Sashimi (Evil Sushi Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Shannen Kern

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Sashimi (Evil Sushi #2)Sashimi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first book in this series was quite enjoyable, so I was super excited to pick up the second installment! The style of writing is absolutely incredible and addicting. The author has fit so much suspense and detail in a shorter story without sacrificing the plot or characters. You may be able to read this as a standalone, but I highly recommend starting with the first book for the full experience and no confusion. I was astounded by the unpredictable twists and turns that left my mouth gaping in the middle of a waiting room! The characters are very well-developed and some of the most interesting people I’ve come across. If you enjoy unique thrillers, this is without a doubt your next series.

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Stout of My League (Love on Tap Series) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Shannen Kern

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Stout of My League (Love on Tap #4)Stout of My League by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was the first book I had read by this author, and I am completely blown away! I didn’t realize this was a series until I had already started reading it so I doubled down and finished it. I didn’t feel lost so it does well as a standalone, but the author does mention there are a few things that would be revealed in this book that may ruin the first 3 if you haven’t read them. I will totally be picking up the previous books now because I’m addicted! Lynn and Joey are freaking adorable and may just be my new favorite fiction friends. The witty banter alone is enough to keep me reading, but there is so much more! If you enjoy sports romance books with some funny moments thrown in and plenty of steam, look no further than this incredible story.

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Stout of My League (Love on Tap Series) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Robin Rankin

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Stout of My League (Love on Tap #4)Stout of My League by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stout of My League (Love on Tap Book 4)

I’m sad I have to say bye to the Brooks family unless Mama is able to find someone. I have loved each and every one of these books and each of the Brooks family members.

When I was younger I had wished I had an older brother to protect me and introduce me to his hot friends. Well, now I’m glad that it didn’t work out that way because there is no way I would have been able to not hurt him if he was a quarter as smothering as Lynn’s four brothers.

Lynn is tougher than any of the boys expected and has finally had enough of those boys when she meets Joey who I absolutely adore. How can you go wrong when talking about baseball players?

Joey is the dream boyfriend. He’s nice, respectful and treats Lynn like she is gold. Though she doesn’t always see it that way.

There were some moments that made me laugh and may have shed a tear ot two. If this is the end of the series it was a great way to end it. I can always hope to see this crazy and amazing cast of characters again in the future.

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Mandy Ott

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I had really high hopes for the third book in the Evil Sushi Series, Wasabi. The first two books were so intricately detailed and very well-written, as well as double the length. While Wasabi is just as well-written, I felt like something was missing from the story; where did Wasabi come from? Was is it created or did it evolve from something else? And how does it connect with the other creatures? The same realistic, believable characters return in this installment and are still fighting for their survival while also coming to terms with their own mortality as those around them begin to perish. There is still drama with a lot of different kinds of evil (the mutant kind as well as the completely human kind). Overall, C. A. King still delivers a solid, quick story that draws you in from the very first page.

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Ten Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann – Review by Christie Mitchum

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

Ten Little Sandpipers is a cute counting book that will surely be a hit for toddlers and preschoolers.

The author uses rhythmic text and bright colors to engage young children. The sandpipers have a great adventure and encounter many other sea creatures, teaching children the value of conservation.

I loved the facts included at the end. I had no idea sandpipers change their colors when trying to impress other sandpipers. I also loved the games included at the end, which will reinforce teaching children how to count. As with the other books, there is a QR code included that children can listen to and sing along to.

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Christie Mitchum

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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

What a fantastic addition to this series, which is not only sweet and educational but also highly interactive!

I have become such a fan of this series! It’s a book that is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who want to learn more about starfish and teaches them how to count.

The starfish are vibrantly colored to keep children’s attention, and rhymes are used to engage them as well. In the end, there were fascinating facts about starfish. I even learned something new. I had no idea they had eyes on the tips of their arms.

This was another little treasure from Kim Ann.

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Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas Review by La Toya Lewis

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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

Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas is a children’s Christmas story by Terri Sabol. Oscar and Emmy are preparing for Christmas with their family in this story. As Mom, Dad, Charlie, and Abby are getting ready for Christmas. Oscar and Emmy get into plenty of kitten adventures. Any cat owner will recognize the Christmas tree shenanigans. This a very heart-warming story that shows the joys that a pet brings during the holidays.

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Homicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee – Review by La Toya Lewis

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Homicidal InnocenceHomicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Homicidal Innocence is a Romantic Suspense for V.J. Lee. This story starts with a great introduction. It grabbed me from the start describing how the character got started killing as a child. We follow Maya, Cole, and X. The multiple points of view work very well. It was fascinating being in the mind of the killer, but you need the balance of the other two characters so that it doesn’t become too much. The juxtaposition between Cole the detective and X the killer is very intriguing. The characters of Cole and Maya were good but less complex than X. I felt the romance plot struggled. It was hard for me to believe that the characters were so in love. There was almost no relationship building and only sex. All in all this was a fast-paced, twisty thriller. The payoff in the end was very satisfying.

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake Series) by Ashley Erin – Review by Jayme Raffauf

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

I found this book to be a great summer rom com for me. I loved it so much and read it in a matter of hours. This is book 1 in a series and I look forward to reading more to continue learning about the other characters and their stories. Adeline goes from grief to starting fresh in a new town and wrestles with so many emotions along her journey. Owen is a great male character and provides a great balance to Adeline’s world. I appreciated the realness and rawness of her emotions, her feelings, her guilt…it made it so relatable to the reader. This is a great story about love and loss and trying to navigate the journey to being open to finding love again.

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Christie Mitchum

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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

Ten Little Turtles is an exciting and adorable adventure for small children!

Readers will meet 10 of the most adorable baby sea turtles. The illustrations are bright and beautiful, and the story teaches children about baby sea turtles’ journey to get to the ocean. The author uses rhythmic rhyme that keeps their attention.

At the end of the book, the author also includes an interactive game for children to play, where they can identify other sea creatures. Additionally, there is a QR code that provides a song children can listen to and sing, adding an interactive and fun element to the reading experience.

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by La Toya Lewis

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

Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane by Terri Sabol is a children’s book about preparedness for pets. Poor Oscar and Emmy and their family are expecting a hurricane. The pets sit and watch as their family prepares kits to provide everything they may need while staying safe during the hurricane. This book is very thorough in teaching children and adults alike how ro prepare pets for emergencies. It also gives an idea of how to weather the storm in your home. This is a very informative and sweet story.

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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Andrea Lopez Salazar

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Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Opposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
4 Stars
Cute read for my little ones, great learning opportunity about opposites and it created more talk after the book and questions with my 4 yr old on opposites for the day. Fun examples, good storyline and always great illustrations.

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Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Andrea Lopez Salazar

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Flying at RecessFlying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Flying at Recess by Lois Wickstrom
4 Stars
Soara in introduced with her friends Lulu and Zanie where she does EVERYTHING with them. Except at recess, she flies!!! When the bell rings she has to be back in time for class.

Very Cute and imaginative story. My daughter M loved it cause she says she can do those things too. Loved the illustrations

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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

5 Stars
Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann

Ten Little Sea Turtles is part of the Marine Life Counting Collection and is a super cute book about Ten Little Sea Turtles. My son already knows hot to count but he loved this book and the colorful illustrations helped bring the story to life. Join along with the Sea Turtles as they adventure their way through the ocean and see what is out there. What a super fun counting book that younger children to age six will enjoy. We highly recommend reading this fun lil story and look forward to reading more from this Author.

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By Your Side (Willowbrook Lake Series) by Ashley Erin – Review by Tausha Treadway

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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 (Willowbrook Lake Series) by Ashley Erin. This is such a sweet second chance love story. Its the story of Adeline whose husband Scott died in a tragic accident. Adeline decides she needs to move out of town to somewhere that isn’t full of memories of Scott. When she picks Willowbrook Lake and decides to fix up a huge project house she thinks she may have gotten in over her head. Owen is the handyman of Willowbrook Lake and when she hires him to help her with this huge project Owen isn’t super impressed by her because she quite literally almost ran him over the first day she was in town. Adeline is trying to make it up to Owen but she really isn’t too focused on him she is too busy grieving and fixing up this house. The more time they spend together the more she starts to have feelings for Owen even though he’s grumpy as all get out. She is conflicted with those feelings and isn’t sure what to do with them. Owen starts to like her as well but knows she is still grieving. Such a sweet second chance romance. I love the town of Willowbrook Lake and all its people!

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Jamie Truex

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third in the Evil Sushi series by C. A. King. I did have the pleasure of reading the first two and of course had to pick up the third as well. I’m definitely glad I did. It was a great addition to the series. It was also a quick read. You can easily finish it in one sitting. But do yourself a favor and read them in order. Then see what your favorite characters do this round. Very creative writing! I look forward to more evil foods from this author!

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Stout of My League (Love on Tap Series) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Stout of My League (Love on Tap #4)Stout of My League by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stout Of my League (Love on Tap Book 4) by Sylvie Stewart. This is the 4th and final book in the Love on Tap series and its so good! You don’t have to read them all in order to understand the stories but I always recommend it. Its the story of Lynn who has a plan for her future. She is going to go to college for sports medicine physical therapist and getting at job at Arrows stadium is going to help get her foot in the door. While at Arrows stadium she meets Joey the gorgeous short stop on the team and she is smitten. He is handsome and athletic and a jerk. Lynn is not a sports fan so she didn’t know who he was before getting this job. Joey is a really good athlete but he is a player. He is beginning to realize that Lynn was the one that got away because she thought he was a jerk. When he remembers she wanted to be a physical therapist for the team he puts a good word in for her. Will that win her back for him. If she finds out he helped her will she be mad and not want anything to do with him. These are such fun books and I love baseball so that added to the charm for me. Such a good series.

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Dawn Mitchell

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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

This is a great book to teach kids how to count to ten. It also teaches them about sea turtles. How they live, what they eat, how they sleep, etc.

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Dawn Mitchell

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

This book is the cutest! The illustrations are adorable an clear. This is great to show kids that even though it can be scary meeting new family members or people, but in the end it can be just as fun.

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Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Amy Sprau

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Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2)Finding Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a most appropriately named series. Miguel and Rachel had instant chemistry, and the story lines surrounding both were so believable and so heartfelt. Every time something happened to threaten anything of a relationship that they were starting, you just cringed because you wanted them to push through. They just seemed to fit in each others lives perfectly. One of my favorite topics of the book is the restaurant and how that plays into their relationship. The book is a second in a series, and I felt like you could read this one independently, but there were a lot of pieces from the first that fit in, and I would have gone back to read immediately if I hadn’t before. The additional characters in the book make you want to be a part of the family, and I can’t wait to see what happens next!

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

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short StoriesThe Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K.S. Gantt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Book of Fears was an amazing collection of short stories about people’s fears. I love that it lists out the official name of the fear and then explains what it is at the beginning of each story. What a cool idea to get the reader excited about what the theme of the plot is going to be before the story starts. I really enjoyed the author’s excellent skill at building up each character’s personality in such a short story, they were all so dynamic, that it was easy to get invested in what was happening to them. Some of these fears are so realistic, that I had to work not to look around to see if something was going to jump out and jump scare me. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves short stories that are so full of storylines that keep you on the edge of your seat, and so enraptured in each of the stories. No two stories are alike, which is even more amazing. I hope K. S. Gantt writes more books like this one because I am intrigued by the writing style, and effectiveness to put fear in me.
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06/2024

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Raccoon Reunion by Terri Sabol – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Racoon Reunion is a fun and educational story with beautiful colorful illustrations that bring the story to life. Rocky is hesitate at first of the upcoming family reunion that he and his family are invited to..but feeling a bit anxious of not knowing anyone. Grandma Rigby is already to have fun with the family with games…but Rocky is holding back and unsure. In the end Rocky learns all about friendship and teamwork with his cousin in game playing…..excited for the next adventure to come….

This is a great children’s book…for ages 5-9 …anyone can enjoy this from the young to the young at heart reading to the little ones. I love how this story teaches that it is ok to be a little anxious but also opening up to discover everything will be ok…

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The Amanda Mini-Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Amanda Mini-MysteriesThe Amanda Mini-Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Amanda Mini-Mysteries is a unique science-based picture book that is interesting. It is a children’s picture book full of interesting facts not often thought about. This book is for those between the ages: 7-12.
The book contains a collection of short stories full of mysteries, espionage, & science & nature and at the end of each story is an answer to questions within the story.
Kids are curious and want to know everything and how it works that’s why “Why” is the most common question asked in the history of man. Join Amanda and Elaine her BFF as they discover, learn, and imagine together some of the strangest things. 42 pages of fun and learning.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Fallen Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book 5) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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The Fallen Man: A Heartwarming Holiday Romance Set in the 1990s (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 5)The Fallen Man: A Heartwarming Holiday Romance Set in the 1990s by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This heartwarming holiday romance is the final book in this wonderful series. I’ve enjoyed the previous books about the O’Connell family and this one was just as enjoyable and engaging. Set in the 1990’s we get to spend Christmas with the O’Connell’s! Having lost his faith in the Catholic Church and having left the priesthood, Edward O’Connell unexpectedly returns to Port Townsend for a family Thanksgiving dinner. Edward meets Lisette Manegold at Café Lisette, which she owns. As the couple get to know each other Edward’s family tell him the rumours that Lisette is a former call girl and a man-eater. However, Edward who is happy with his own fresh start is willing to overlook any dark secrets. Meanwhile Lisette can’t forgive herself and move on from the ghosts of her past. What Edward doesn’t know is that Lisette has buried her shocking past identity, which would horrify the wealthy and respectable O’Connells. I was kept happily turning the pages by this captivating romance. The characters and the setting came vividly to life through the descriptive narrative and I felt fully immersed in the story. The added festive feeling to the story would make this a great book to read both now and at Christmas time!

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The Amanda Mini-Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain

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The Amanda Mini-MysteriesThe Amanda Mini-Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“The Amanda Mini-Mysteries” series is a delightful and engaging collection of science-based mysteries that will captivate young readers’ curiosity and sense of wonder. Written by Lois Wickstrom, this series follows the adventures of Amanda and her friend Elaine as they investigate the whys and hows of everyday life.

Each mini-mystery presents a relatable problem or phenomenon that children may encounter in their daily lives, such as why blood looks blue on the back of their hand or why sheets don’t get tan in the sun. The mysteries are carefully crafted to be accessible and easy to understand, making them perfect for early readers or for reading aloud to younger children.

What sets this series apart is its unique approach to science education. Instead of presenting dry facts and figures, Wickstrom uses storytelling and imagination to make science fun and engaging. The mysteries are presented as puzzles to be solved, encouraging children to think critically and develop their problem-solving skills.

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Amelia Stansell

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was good. It’s the third book of the series. I was a little lost in this one, I need to go back and read the second one. They each follow one after the other. The old General wants everyone to move underground. They now have plants that will kill you and zombie fish. Cannot wait to read the next one.

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The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Callie Luna

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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

The Misery House is an excellent psychological thriller. The town of New Haven is a very small town where everyone is known, and they don’t take kindly to strangers. Strange tragedies start happening and the sheriff is looking for the culprit. The abandoned house on the hill stares down on the town and many still feel the unease of its touch. I highly enjoyed the writing style; it is chilling, and it made it hard to put the book down. The Woods family are our main narrators and each of them has a distinct thought process that helps to evolve the story. The ending is a huge cliffhanger due to the rising tension but not all questions are answered. I can’t wait to read The Silent Forest to continue the story of the Woods family.

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

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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 starts three weeks after The Misery House ends. There are spoilers ahead from the previous book so please read The Misery House first. The Woods family has been changed since the tragic events that occurred at the house on the hill. Nate feels that he has grown older, Kaia is trying to find her best friend, and Cliff and Naomi and struggling to keep their relationship thriving. More dark secrets are being revealed. This book kept the same unease as the first book and helped to continue the story. It borders on the edge of supernatural since most of the occurrences are unexplained this time. Some pieces are starting to fit together but now I have more questions than answers, so I need to read the third and final book in the series. I recommend this series and look forward to a satisfying conclusion.

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The Amanda Mini-Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Megan Rea

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The Amanda Mini-MysteriesThe Amanda Mini-Mysteries by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love the way Wickstrom has introduced science and imagination to children in the Amanda Mini-Series. And it’s exactly what it sounds like…a bunch of short stories about Amanda and her friend Elaine solving mysteries. But not your typical whodunits…these are mysteries of the scientific sort. You can really see Wickstrom’s love for science and children through her writing and I love how relatable the characters are. I would say the audience for this book would be upper elementary. I loved the old-school illustrations too. Fantastic addition to your Wickstrom library!
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