The Discovery of Magic is the first book in the The Intrigue of Magic series. This new fantasy series delves into the world of Alice and her friends. She has convinced her parents to let her compete for a highly prized scholarship. In doing so, Alice and her friends discover a new realm after going through a portal. Will Alice and her friends get through their adventurous ordeal? The story builds characters, the story, and the world well. Once I got into the book, I wanted to know what would happen to the characters. The POV changes to tell what happens with each main character once separated. It took me a bit to nail down each storyline, but it made the book enjoyable with so many different aspects to consider. I was left wanting more. I look forward to reading the next book to see what happens next.
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Miss Georgiana Darcy’s Quest For Love, a Pride and Prejudice Variation Novelette, is part of the Love Through The Ages Series. However, it is a standalone story that can be thoroughly enjoyed without reading the other series. The story is set after the end of Pride and Prejudice; we see Georgiana looking for a love match. I won’t get into the story’s plot because this is short. The author kept to the tone and characters of Austen’s original story. If you enjoyed the Darcys, this is an excellent getaway to get more insight into Georgiana. I wanted a different look at the story and for the author not to hit at other stories that tried to elaborate on what happens next to the characters. Often, Georgiana isn’t considered as the focus of the story. I have enjoyed this story and others by this author. I look forward to reading more from them in the future.
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Forever to Fall is the fifth book in the Buckeye Falls series. The book can be enjoyed as a standalone, but I recommend reading the other books in the series. This book focuses on the Mallory and Beckett who “married” as childhood sweethearts with her family’s heirloom ring. Mallory’s memories are soon squashed as her brother wants to use the ring to propose to his girlfriend. Will Beckett return to town to sweep her off her feet? The story is well written with lots of emotion. Mallory’s brother is oblivious to his sister’s feelings and memories of Beckett as he plans his own wedding. Mallory and Beckett get their reunion as they are both in the wedding party. I was hoping for a happy ending, but at moments I was unsure if everything would work out for the two of them. I like there is a bit of complexity to their reunion and it wasn’t just handed the easiest of solutions. Everyone is relatable and Mallory’s brother reminded me of my own. I enjoyed the romance, but also the drama that surrounds events involving family. I hope more books are written centered in the small town of Buckeye Falls.
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The Crown of Stones Complete Trilogy includes the books Magic-Price, Magic-Scars, and Magic-Borne. I read the books separately and highly recommend getting the entire series in one.
The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by CL Schneider is the first in The Crown of Stones trilogy. This book is a really great and intriguing start to a new series. Magic is reworked into something awe-inspiring and dangerous. Ian is addicted to magic. The problem is all magic comes with a price. What might be good for one, might pain another. Ian lays his hands and wields the Crown of Stones to help end a war. But what price must he pay for this power? This is really well written and interesting. I like how magic comes with a cost. This is mentioned in other series but you rarely see the consequences. Ian sees the consequences of his power over and over.
The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars by CL Schneider is the second book in a fantastic series. The story of Ian Troy continues as more memories come back to him. He is trying to figure out his past so he can understand his future. The world they live in is very uncertain and dangerous. How will he work this all out? The characters are very well written and guide the reader through a great story. I recommend reading these books in order because each book builds on the next. I have enjoyed many reads from this author and this did not disappoint.
The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne by CL Schneider is the third and final installment of The Crown of Stones series. This is a fantastic ending to a great trilogy of books. Ian Troy’s story has been amazing to follow and I feel the author left the story in a good place. This is definitely a series you want to read in order because one book leads to the next. I love the amount of time and detail the author puts into her stories and this one doesn’t disappoint. I am sad to see this one end but the author did a good job on the ending. I look forward to what this author writes next.
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Wheel of Evil is the third book in the Hani’s Daughter Mysteries series. The story can be enjoyed as a standalone, but I highly recommend reading the other books in the series. Neferet and Bener-ib are back with their group of teenage detectives out to solve more crime in Ancient Egypt. The series is a branch off of the Lord Hani series and is geared towards young adult and older who enjoy historical fiction and/or cozy mysteries. Uncle Pipi has gotten himself into a bad business deal that was too good to be true when his niece, Neferet steps in to help him. I enjoyed the story and characters. The author brings a lot of interesting details about Egypt into the story which helps bring the reader into the story more. I’ve enjoyed seeing Neferet get her own series of stories and watching her grow in her detecting skills. Her and Bener-ib are a good team with their friends trying to make the world a better place. I look forward to reading more of her stories and getting more insight into the ancient world.
Notebook Mysteries Art of Deception is another mystery involving the wonderful Emma and Jeremy. This is a part of a series and can be read as a standalone, but I highly recommend starting with the first book in the series to fully enjoy the story. Emma is back and helping her friends after a relative is horribly murdered. Though this is a cozy historical mystery there are twists and turns to keep you on your toes. I enjoy this series because the author always brings in great historical information into the stories adding to the realism. Emma has grown a lot as an investigator through the series which is evident in the complexity of what she goes through in this book to get to the bottom of the murder. I enjoy the characters and always enjoy books set in the late 19th, early 20th centuries. I look forward to seeing what mysteries the author takes Emma on next.
Murder the Tey Way is the second book of the Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub series. The book can be read and enjoyed as a standalone story. I enjoyed the first book in the series as it focused on Agatha Christie’s stories. This book uses the works of Josephine Tey as the backdrop of a new mystery for Lexie to solve. Though there are some backstories involved the author quickly gets the reader up to date (in case they missed book 1 in the series) and some new characters. Lexie’s book club has had an interesting past with murder amongst the members and this brings a new murder to the forefront. Unfortunately, Gayle (Lexie’s sister) looks to be the prime suspect. Will Lexie find out the truth in time? The writing is done well incorporating the books the group is reading into their own murder mystery. It is a light cozy mystery read. I enjoy the characters, the plot, and this book has renewed my interest in Josephine Tey’s writing. I look forward to reading more in this series.
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A Vampire in Disguise is the first book of the Creatures of the Midwest book series. I was intrigued when I picked up this book because of the title and it was a paranormal mystery. The story follows Hazel as she arrives in Shadow Hollow to look for a murderer. Hazel quickly finds out there is more to the inhabitants of Shadow Hollow than she originally expected. The story drew me in and I enjoyed Hazel as a character. The different residents of Shadow Hollow definitely add to the story and mystery needing solved. I enjoyed the writing and what could have easily become a convoluted and confusing story was easily understandable. The ending left me wanting more and will bring me back to learn more about Hazel. The blurb groups the book in the same vein as True Blood and Midnight, Texas which I found to be accurate. If you enjoy paranormal stories with a cozy mystery this is worth grabbing. I look forward to reading more of this series in the future.
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The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether is an anthology of 14 stories by 13 authors focusing on the common themes of clocks and time. The stories use a steampunk theme, influenced by HP Lovecraft and HG Wells. I was drawn in by the authors who influenced the stories and hoped for something different and exciting. The Anthology contains: -The Birth of Mechanical Things By: Maxwell I. Gold -The Thirteenth Hour By: Heidi Silverman -On the Face of It By: Danielle Ackley-McPhail -Lighthouse at the Edge of Time By: Teel James Glenn -Accelerando By: James Chambers -The Last Flight of the One-Eyed Jack By: F.R. Michaels -The Ring of Hours and Seconds By: Jeffrey Lyman -Saving Time By: Jody Lynn Nye -Reimagining the Mechanism: An Exposition On the Nature of Time By: Bernie Mojzes -Sky Rivers of Gray By: Will McDermott -The Reclaiming of New York City By: Mark L. Abbott -Visions of the Manor By: Carol Gyzander -Tick Tock By: Rachel A. Brune -The Eye at the Centre of Existence Never Blinks Out By: Maxwell I. Gold I was not disappointed and will look for more to read by authors with stories in the anthology. The stories took me away from my day-to-day stressors and took me into different times and spaces. I especially enjoyed the stories from Danielle Ackley-McPhail, Rachel A. Brune, and James Chambers. All of the stories flowed from one to next easily with links in themes and stories.
This Time Around is a story about returning to your past and the potential to make changes. Josie is a 47-year-old woman, a mother, a business owner, and in the process of divorce. She is relatable as she deals with all the challenges life brings her way. After she has a panic attack, she awakens in her teenage bedroom, about to start her senior year of high school. Is this a time to change the “what ifs” or to repeat the past? Josie’s character draws you into her adult and teen life because she is realistic and understandable. Most of us have those experiences in high school that we know we could have handled differently now that we have the insight of living in the adult world. She handles everything carefully, trying not to give herself away to her friends and classmates that she is 47 in a teen’s body. With the opportunity to make changes in her past, does Josie change her future? If you enjoy a bit of time traveling with women’s fiction, this is a great read that explores the “what ifs” of life. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
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Murder by Moonlight is the first book in the Felines of Fairytale Forest series. Set in an amusement park, the author takes the reader into the world of the custodial staff and a clowder of cats who keep everything running smoothly. I was excited to see a new, cozy mystery from this author. She always brings an exciting group of people; with this series, she brings a group of cats. When one of the custodial managers shows up dead, the rest of the staff have to figure out what happened. I enjoyed the story and characters. The story was interesting, bringing a bit of a fantastic element to what might have been a typical cozy mystery. I look forward to reading more books in this series and learning more about the amusement park and its inhabitants.
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Murder a la Christie is the first book in the Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub series. When a member of Professor Lexie Driscoll’s book club dies suddenly under questionable circumstances, it sets off a chain of events. Lexie uses her extensive knowledge of Agatha Christie’s work to determine what is happening. If you enjoy cozy murder mystery stories and the great stories created by Christie, you will enjoy this book. I enjoyed seeing how the author took what many fans of earlier written mysteries and made it her own. The characters were interesting and helped guide the plot along. The story was fun and enjoyable, keeping me reading late into the night. I look forward to reading more of this series in the future.
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Just Ducky is the first book in the Weird Shifters series. After reading this book, I look forward to more in this series. The borders of the paranormals and humans are at risk of colliding and going to war, and the paranormals are out in force since the return of Lord Kobreon. In all of this, we meet Ducky. She is a duck shifter who is teased and mistreated. What happens when Lord Kobreon runs into this cute, fluffy ducky? I enjoyed the world-building and characters of this story. The book is the perfect length, allowing the story and characters to develop. I was intrigued by Ducky and how she doesn’t fit the normal shifter story. I enjoyed her tenacity despite her circumstances while still being vulnerable to her character. Also, Lord Kobreon was interesting, and I enjoyed that he was a contrast to Ducky. I always enjoy books by this author, and this was no exception. I look forward to reading the next book in this series and to reading more from this author.
The Ghostly Diva is the third book in the Divine Vintage series. Though part of a series, it can be enjoyed as a standalone story. Justine is concerned about budget cutbacks and whether her job is at risk. She works as the assistant museum director at a local museum. Justine gets drawn into looking at the vintage clothing of a recently deceased actress, but the task leads to more than she expected. I enjoyed the story and how it drew me into the mystery. The characters were fun and interesting to learn more about. I had read another book in this series, but this was my favorite. I enjoyed learning more about Justine’s life, but I equally enjoyed the actress and her son. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
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Troy: A Crown of Stones Origin Story is the prequel to the The Crown of Stones trilogy. This is a full-length story focusing on the anti-hero Ian Troy. I was excited to grab this book because there was a lot of backstory to what had molded Ian into the man he was in the trilogy. Stepping back into the realms of Mirra’kelan the reader learns about their war for peace. Queen Aylagar, sends him on covert missions deep into enemy territory. All Ian wants is to prove his worth to his people. Will he come out of the trenches alive? The author brought me back into the world of Ian Troy. I enjoyed getting this new look into Ian Troy. I might have to go back and read the trilogy to see how any opinions I had before have changed. This can be read and enjoyed as an introduction to the Crown of Stones. I look forward to reading what this author releases next.
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Murder on West Main is the second book in the A South Shore Mystery series. I had read the first book, but it had been a while since I had read it. I wasn’t sure if I would be lost or if I should have reread the previous book. Luckily, this can be read and enjoyed as a standalone book. Daniel O’Halleran, the coroner’s assistant, has stumbled into a whodunit. Colin looks like the guilty party in his boss’s death, but it soon shows how unpopular his boss is with everyone. Daniel believes Colin, but many don’t have the same feelings about the matter. Can Daniel find the real culprit? This is a good mystery that keeps you reading, wanting to know all the answers. I enjoyed the characters and how they developed over the course of the book. I also enjoyed that the story kept me reading and not wanting to put the book down. Many times in thrillers and mysteries, it becomes obvious what is going on. I look forward to reading more in this series and from this author in the future.
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Rhapsody in Black: An Elena del Carral Mystery is the first in a new series. The author uses her mother as inspiration for the main character, Elena, a world class ballerina and choreographer. Elena is invited to participate in a Gala performance by the founder of the Terpsichore Ballet, but also invited to audition in the unfinished ballet Black Rhapsody. What might sound like an exciting opportunity quickly reminds Elena of why she left the ballet world. The story is filled with the wonder of the performing arts, intrigue, murder, obsession, and more. I always enjoy books diving into the dark side of ballet and this did not disappoint. Though many view this as a beautiful artform the story gets into the dark side of what could happen behind the curtain. I enjoyed the story telling and learning about Elena. It was interesting to see how everything fit together as the story progressed. The book is a fairly quick paced read and is worth the read. I look forward to the next book in the series to see where Elena takes us next time.
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Perfect is the first book in a series of four books. The story focuses on Chloe as she progresses through her life to find “Perfect Man.” I enjoyed that we got to see Chloe as she went from a young adult in college to an adult in a high profile career. It stressed that what we might hold as standards can change and adjust as we go through life and our priorities change. There was a relatable honestly to Chloe and her relationships throughout the story. The story was relatable and interesting, but at times I felt a bit of disconnect because of how the story was laid out. This is just a personal preference and does not take away from the actual story and characters. I will look for more from the author and this series in the future to see what sort of Perfect comes next.
Finding Cheer: Paranormal Women’s Fiction Cozy Fantasy Novel is the second book in the Magical Emerald Hollow series. I was excited to see another book in this series. Holly and Ash are back, as are others who appeared in the first book. The focus of this story, though, falls on Sofia and a mysterious fella who finds himself in Emeral Hollow. I was glad to see Sofia get her moment in the spotlight and to meet a new character. Like in the first book, some mysterious and unusual happenings happen in town. What has caused the unusual tulip blooms? Holly is figuring out some of the magical history of the town and more. This is a great series to grab if you enjoy magic, romance, and the small-town atmosphere. This could be enjoyed as a standalone, but best enjoyed when read in order. I hope to read more from this author soon and hopefully more from this fun and unique series.
Web of Evil is the second book in the Hani’s Daughter Mysteries series, an extension of the Lord Hani series. Neferet and her friends work together in this series to solve mysteries in Ancient Egypt. A body is found on the riverbank, and there are many questions. Neferet and Company weave a great story of smart females finding the truth in an ancient civilization. So many little details make the story come to life thanks to the knowledge and research of the author. She uses her experience and knowledge in archaeology to make everything very real and relatable to the reader. Both this and the Lord Hani series bring Ancient Egypt a mysterious edge in a fun and entertaining way. If you enjoy cozy mysteries and historical fiction stories this is a great book to grab.
A Girl, Stuck is part of the Found Families series. Though I have not read other books in the series, this one can be enjoyed as a standalone book. Harriet, better known as Harry, is a tough PI and criminology professor. I enjoyed getting to know her in this story. She is confident and daring by going undercover to get intel on the Trubetzkoy crime family. I expected a private investigator but enjoyed her unconventional style and approach to gain the upperhand in the situation. The story is pretty fast-paced and kept me reading and wanting more. I also enjoyed the romantic elements of the story as well as the dialogue. I’m now curious to pick up other books by this author. I want to pick up other books in this series to get more insight into other recurring characters in the series.
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Fearless Love: A Small Town Second Chance Single Mom Romance is the fifth book in The Bennetts of Langston Falls series. This can be read and enjoyed as a standalone book. I recommend reading the entire series because the Bennett family is worth getting to know. James is always there for everyone, but his heart has taken a hit with the ending of a relationship. Sara and her son are new to town and living out of their suitcase at a local travel lodge. Does what starts off as a friendly gesture by James become something more for both of them? I always enjoy books by this author. The characters are grounded and real. This series has thrown some hard times at the Bennetts, but the family supports one another through thick and thin. It is great to get to know James in this book. I also liked Sara and what she brings to the story. She is doing all she can to give her son a good life. I’m sad this is the end of this series, but I know that means another great series is around the corner from the author. I look forward to reading what she puts out next.
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Perfect Office Pact is a sweet romance. The book was a fun, enjoyable read that I finished quite quickly. Mira has started at a new workplace and already knows the boss. Declan, who taught some of Mira’s classes, realizes that he sees Mira in a new light. The two have a conflict because Declan misstepped, and Mira could take it to the board. What should a guy do when he wants to know his employee better? I enjoyed the story and the tension between the characters. I had a hard time with Mira at times because I enjoyed that she was strong-willed and knew what she wanted, but at other times, I just wanted to be done with her because she was annoying. In the end, I liked her and how she was with Declan. The story was a fun, getaway and I look to read more from the author in the future.
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Divinely Dramatic is the second book in the Divine Vintage series. This can be read and enjoyed as a standalone book. It had been some time since I read the first book in this series, but it was not an issue for diving into this fun mystery read. Marcy has been asked to be the costumer for a production of an Oscar Wilde play. I was drawn in immediately because I love Oscar Wilde’s works, but the drama that always seems to unfold when stage productions are involved in a book. There are plenty of interesting characters, a mysterious death from the 1960s, and more in this book. I’m not going to give plot points or anything away. Just know that if you enjoy a fun mystery set in the theater, you will enjoy this book. I liked the characters and how the history of the theater played into the story. I look forward to reading more of this series in the future.
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Curse of the Forbidden Island is a short, steamy novella. Selene lands a new job at a remote tropical resort. She has no idea what she has gotten into with her new employers. The story is rapidly paced and left me wanting a lot more to the story. I won’t give details away because I think they are best discovered while reading the story yourself. If you enjoy paranormal, romance, reverse harem, and more, this might be a great read to grab. I read the story in one sitting and wanted to know more about Selene, her employers, and the island. The story was developed but I would have read a much longer detailed version to get my fix. I always enjoy books by this author and I wasn’t disappointed. I hope she dives further into this storyline and maybe makes it a series of stories or develops a longer version of this book. I recommend grabbing this when you need a quick getaway. I look forward to what she releases next.
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Deja Brew All Over Again: A Runaway Bride Romance is the third book in the Love on Tap series. This can be read as a standalone and enjoyed, but I recommend reading the prior books for the fullest fun. The series focuses on one of the Brooks brothers. This time, Miller gets the spotlight. He has a history of trouble but is trying to get his life straight. So what happens when Maisy jumps in his car with a wedding dress on? I like the chemistry that develops between Miller and Maisy. They relate to each other well, and both have made some poor decisions in their lives. I always enjoy the banter the author brings to the stories. It makes them more relatable and keeps the story moving quickly. I look forward to reading more from this author. Her books are always a great getaway from the day to day grind.
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Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns: Wolf is the first book in the Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns series. I was unsure if I could get into the story, but once I got through the first chapter, I couldn’t put it down. The series is full of fantasy, romance, and intrigue. The 7 Kingdoms are brought together, and the fragile agreements are challenged when the new Bastion Academy is opened. Will the new academy help bring the Kingdoms together or pull them further apart? I enjoyed the pairing of Amelia and Dane, who are the primary focus of this book. Keep in mind that each book will focus on 2 characters, but of course, there are other storylines following from book to book. I enjoyed learning more about the world that the story is set in, watching how the different characters are introduced, and trying to figure out where each of their stories will go. I look forward to reading the next in the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2024-01-09 19:59:142024-01-13 19:31:00Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns – Wolf (Kingdom of 7 Sovereigns Series) by R. C. Reigh – Review by Sheri Schrader
Master of the Abyss: The Epic Conclusion to the Painted Souls Series is the third and final book of this action-packed series. Julia is trying to save her husband and others from purgatory while stopping Salvatore della Porta from reigning over the globe with his cult of followers. There are the dual timelines that started in the first two books of the series. I enjoy how the author delves into the rich past of 16th-century Venice while balancing it with the contemporary timeline. This is definitely a series you need to start at the beginning but trust me; it is worth reading the entire series. The story, characters, and action keep you reading and not wanting to put down the book. Though this was the last book in this series, I will keep an eye out for more by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2024-01-09 19:43:252024-01-13 19:30:22Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls Series Book 3) by Rob Samborn – Review by Sheri Schrader
Recipe For Revenge: An Unputdownable Small Town Cozy Murder Mystery is the second book in the An April May Cozy Mystery Book series. I read this before the previous book, and it holds up fairly well as a standalone. I was missing some details and insight into April May, but I did not feel lost in the plot. This is a small-town cozy mystery with a cast of fun characters. I enjoyed getting to know April May, her dog, and reading about her blossoming relationship. She gets into some dangerous situations but figures her way out. I won’t give details about the plot because nothing is worse than spoilers, especially with a murder mystery. I recently read a different book by this author and thought I would check out a different series. I enjoyed the characters and the plot. I will keep an eye out for more from this author in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2023-12-22 16:19:502024-01-04 12:44:53Recipe For Revenge (An April May Cozy Mystery Book 2) by Hazel Smith – Review by Sheri Schrader
Grave Digger Academy IV is the most recent Grave Digger Academy series release. This book picks up shortly where the third book left off. For the most enjoyment, take my advice and read the earlier books before getting into this one. Makayla has returned to school, and there have been a lot of changes. There is a new headmistress introducing a new curriculum, her allies are gone, and she is the most disliked of students. Does Makayla have what it takes to figure out all of the underlying happenings at the school and in her world? The story is quickly paced to keep you on your toes. I have enjoyed learning more about the world of the grave diggers as Makayla has learned. I look forward to the next book in the series to see what happens next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2023-12-16 16:50:552024-01-04 11:06:42Grave Digger Academy IV (Grave Digger Academy Series) by C.A. King – Review by Sheri Schrader
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