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The Way to Storey by L. B. Anne – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Way to StoreyThe Way to Storey by L.B. Anne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magical twisting fantasy tale that will delight young readers from 8-12. Luella goes on an adventure to find Storey. Her Gramps has been telling her about Storey all her life and because of an unfortunate incident at the library, she now has to go find Storey. A tale of good vs evil with twists and turns, mystery and a tad bit of overgrown emotion will keep your child interested in this story from the very first page.. Storey is a land you have never dreamed of.

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato ) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Review by Shelly Kittell

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a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56818188-sons-of-sindicato” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”>Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato #0)Sons of Sindicato by Cam Johns
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shaw is an amazing kick-ass defense lawyer who has gone through some shady things in her past One of those is back to haunt her as she makes partner. Will she be able to keep her law career or will this affect it? Mmmm, hot son of Sindicato mob boss, Seth, has it bad for Shaw. They have been dating in secret. Where will this lead? An intriguing tale of good vs. evil with some hot romance mixed in.

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Antipodes by T.S. Simons – Review by Shelly Kittell

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AntipodesAntipodes by T.S. Simons
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fascinating read from a new author.. I found it very interesting considering today’s world. She makes the plotline realistic I love the comparisons as to why geodome is better than the round domes The many secrets to the colonies. Campbell has a lot to deal with – leaving his family, which girl does he want to be with; and life’s ultimate question, where does he belong? T.S. takes on a pretty cool journey through Australia and Scotland (buckle up, it’s a doozy). This is the first of a series and I can’t wait to read more. So many questions left to be answered.

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Luce Eterna: Part 1 (The Luminara Series Book 5) by SJ Molloy – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Luce Eterna: Part 1: Book 5, The Luminara SeriesLuce Eterna: Part 1: Book 5, The Luminara Series by S.J. Molloy
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book 5 of the series and I just have to say that it gets better with every book. The characters are well-written. I feel like the characters could have been a few people I have met throughout my life. The plot is a page turner with many little twists. Just when you think you may know what’s going on, BAM, twist! I You feel every emotion that Lei and Lucca feel as the story goes along It’s not often that you can feel that in a story. This story left me on the edge of my chair and now I will be eagerly awaiting Part 2…

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Luminoso (The Luminara Series, Book 4) by SJ Molloy – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Luminoso (Luminara, #4)Luminoso by S.J. Molloy
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lexi and Lucca have been through the wringer. Michael Parks, David, Gina and Kimberly are still causing massive amounts of havoc in the background With the help of their friends and family, Lexi and Lucca show how much love and support can help you get through things. Lexi shows her strength as we see her grow while dealing with issues from the past. The plot in this installment had more romance and twists which I loved. The beauty of Italy can be felt in the descriptions that SJ puts in her writing. Someday I will experience the beauty of Tuscany…Thank you, SJ

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family, #1)Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Susan and Eric are both trying to write new chapters of their lives Eric is working as a horse boarder.. Susan is running a catering business. A chance encounter brings them together and their life is never the same. Loss, family secrets, family feuds, more secrets, romance and more bring them together to discover how much life can bring.. A well-written plot that runs smoothly with a few twists is a nice joy. The characters are quite entertaining personalities that are each unique I’ve known some ranch hands in the area and she nails it.

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The Luminara Series: Box Set – Volume 1 (Lussuria – L’amore – Lucca’s Lust) by SJ Molloy – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Lucca's Lust: The Luminara Series, Book 3Lucca’s Lust: The Luminara Series, Book 3 by S.J. Molloy
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a totally new perspective of Lucca. Seeing the story from his view allowed us to see why he is so fragile and insecure at times. He has experienced loss and trauma. Hey, the man is rich and isn’t really sure who he can trust. Very few seem to get into the inner circle. The story has a rare masculine romance feel to it. Lucca describes his feeling for Lexi as “grab your breath.” SJ carries you right on into getting ready for book 4. The plot was well developed. It was pretty easy to follow along and now right where Lucca was. The characters still felt realistic. My favorite part was when Dominic laid one on Lucca. On to book 4…

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Bake Believe by Cori Cooper – review by Shelly Kittell

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Bake BelieveBake Believe by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cat Anderson, an unlikely 14 year old, has the adventure of a lifetime on the day before school starts. Having grown up with a mom who doesn’t cook, she tries a new homemade good and meets a new boy. This story will take on a funny tale through the adventures of family drama, teen angst, and delicious recipes. Cat, Robyn and their friends may have you rolling in the aisles as you read this funny tale. It makes you think back to your junior high days of cafeteria lunches and changing classes. It was nice to see the multicultural feel to it and I look forward to trying the recipes.

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Our Wicked Lies by Glede Browne Kabongo – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Our Wicked LiesOur Wicked Lies by Glede Browne Kabongo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 stars
Twisted Thriller
Wow! Wow! Wow! It is definitely the best thriller I’ve read this year. Alicia seems like the quiet, little housewife with the perfect life, the perfect family, etc. Throw in some besties, clandestine texts, and hidden secrets and BAM! Fireworks. This book had me from page 1 with its well -written plots and twists. Watching Alicia develop into a stronger woman made the book feel so personal. And who is this crazy mistress, Faith? What has Eliot gotten them into?…… You have got to read this book. You won’t be able to put it down until you finish it.

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Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare: A Children’s Book about New Experiences, Friendship, Stress Relief, and Kindness (Jake the Growling Dog Book 2) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy DaycareJake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Daycare
Written by Samantha Shannon
5 out of 5 stars

This is a well-written book. The rhyming pattern kept if flowy and fun. Jake the growling dog is so relatable in this tale. He is experiencing a new situation. He is going to doggy daycare for 2 days. He has never been there. He is nervous. Will the other dogs like him even though he growls all the time? Will he make new friends? What if he is scared? What if the others are scared of him?
We all go through these situations. The fun activities at the end of the story help remind children that what they are feeling is normal and okay. I do love the mindfulness activities. The breathing exercise has been very helpful with my grandson.

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