Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods; Scion Book 4): This is the fourth book in the series and I suggest reading them in order as the story will make more sense that way. This is another wonderfully written piece of fantasy that I highly recommend taking the time to read! In this installment, Arcelia finds herself navigating the desert and the City of Siesa Arid. She travels with Prince Rodrick and some of her family hopeful to find a semblance of peace and family unity once they reach the city. While threats follow them every step of the way, their story takes even more twists and turns as the story progresses. This is another book that is beautifully written and I highly recommend taking the time to read!!
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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman- 5 out of 5 stars
This complex read will have you in your emotions the whole time. Claire’s mother puts her in an extremely difficult position, being her baby brother’s full time caretaker. Although she resents her mother, her fierce love for her baby brother is unrelenting and she does everything she can to provide for him. This book definitely puts poor Claire through the ringer. As a mother, I was heartbroken and wanted to help her. As a reader, I was all over the place emotionally and I could not put it down. Overall, this was an amazing YA book. I highly recommend!
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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61365636-the-sisterhood-of-secrets” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Sisterhood of Secrets” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1656693689l/61365636._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61365636-the-sisterhood-of-secrets”>The Sisterhood of Secrets</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18814984.Winnifred_Tataw”>Winnifred Tataw</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5728430818″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> This is the 4th book within the series, so definitely should read previous books to be able to follow along better.<br />The story is based upon a duchess who is struggling with her family due to her live interest. He is a prince but also an acolyte. There has been lies spread throughout. But can they get through all the hard times and make their love work? I definitely am going to go and read the rest of this series! <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/6813301-tori”>View all my reviews</a>
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Sage Advice is a wonderfully written YA/ Clean Romance that will have you turning the pages till the end. This author never ceases to amaze me with her creative yet relatable and fully developed characters along with a storyline that flows. This story teaches us a very important message that it’s ok to not know everything and you don’t need to have all the answers. There’s the right amount of humor mixed with a few emotional moments but I couldn’t stop till I finished. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next with Sage. Will she learn it’s ok to not know all the answers I look forward to reading more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-07-29 04:22:382023-08-03 15:03:58Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
Well that was a wild ride. The Finding was a suspenseful story of love, survival, perseverance, anger and so many other emotions. The author keeps you turning the page. The anguish Logan feels throughout this book can be felt. You want him to find his love. You want happily ever after. You feel how broken he is and you want him to heal. Starting in the past and ending in the present, this book is Logan and Victoria’s story. A story of love & hope, quickly turning to fear & anguish. Victoria has disappeared and nobody believes it besides those closest to her. Victoria is a fighter. She has to be for everything she has been through. What keeps her going is her love for Logan. Will she be found? Will the authorities finally start to believe Logan, about her not leaving of her own accord? That and so many more questions come about, especially when reading the chapters about the past. The author seems to have started a new series, and it’s a series that looks to have a promising future. Based purely on the start.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2023-07-28 22:48:172023-08-03 15:03:28The Finding (Berrycreek Heights Series Book 1) by A. M. Porto – Review by Beverly Finnie
The Sisterhood of Secrets was another great book in this series. If you would like to follow along with the storyline better, I suggest reading the other books first. The world building and characters was well thought out. Two of the characters fell in love, which wasn’t allowed. They had to fight for their long along with everything else. This book was a page turner for me. It had me wanting to know what happened next in it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Melissa Finkhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMelissa Fink2023-07-28 18:30:322023-08-03 14:26:32The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods’ Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Melissa Fink
This was such an amazing read. When I first read the blurb, I wasn’t really expecting there be so much emotion in the story and for what I was reading to be so powerful. It really did feel like real lives I was reading about; I was really invested in the story and what Claire would do. Claire really was an amazing character, for her age she had such strength, care and loyalty and that really shone through. She had such difficult decisions to make that would not only impact on her life but also of that f her mother and her baby brother. There were some good twists in the story and a great character in Claire’s Uncle who you just have to hate! This was an amazing read and definitely one that shouldn’t be missed! I 100% recommend Complicated Choices – it’s a wonderful read.
The Sisterhood of Secrets The Gods’ Scion book 4 By: Winnifred Tataw Review by: Susan Ratchford 5 stars
As always Ms. Tataw continues with gorgeous detail and a wonderful story in her fourth installment of The Gods’ Scion series! As a whole this series continues to be unique and ethereal! It is one of my new favorites! The Sisterhood of Secrets as well as her previous installments have a really nice flow and tone that keeps you glued to the pages! I couldn’t flip them fast enough! The Gods’ Scion series is a wonderful read when you feel like you need an escape for a while. It completely transports you and it’s so easy to get lost in the story! Everything is so thorough, from the fashion to the culture and rituals Ms. Tataw truly thought of everything! Highly recommend this book and series to any supernatural or fantasy lover! You will not be disappointed!
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Descendants of Time and Death The Gods’ Scion Book 2 By: Winnifred Tataw Review by: Susan Ratchford 5 Stars
I have absolutely fallen for this series! The relationship between Arcelia and Rodrick gave me butterflies that continue with each book! Every installment truly just keeps getting better and better! Tataw creates beautiful and vivid imagery filled with castles and gardens that make you feel like you are actually there. With all the supernatural and fantasy aspects this book was already right up my alley but Ms. Tataw takes it one step further and creates an amazing world with so much detail! I enjoy the names she comes up with like “Street Crawlers” and “Mohidens”. It really keeps you reading because it is so engaging! Descendants of Time and Death is also filled with secrets and adventure as well as some amazing character development! I can’t wait to continue this gripping series! I highly recommend this book and The Gods’ Scion series to anyone looking for a great fantasy series to sink their teeth into!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Susan Ratchfordhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSusan Ratchford2023-07-28 00:22:382023-08-03 14:25:18Descendants of Time and Death (The Gods’ Scion Book 2) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Susan Ratchford
This premise of this story sounds intriguing but the execution was a struggle for me. I was continually drawn out of the flow by the timeline and how the sides of the story don’t match up with what we previously read. The story is broke my heart a time or two and I really felt for Logan. I liked how focused he was on finding her and how his anguish filled the pages.
Overall it seemed appealing but honestly I lost interest as the time dragged on. Maybe a shorter story and adjustments to the timeline would have helped me enjoy this story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2023-07-27 19:54:522023-08-03 14:24:42The Finding (Berrycreek Heights Series Book 1) by A. M. Porto – Review by Lisa Helmi
A couple pages in and I’m already loving this book! The tragedy that Victoria is going through at such a young age, shatters my heart. But Logan’s mom is such a saint! Her caring for Victoria makes my heart full because Victorias home life, is terrible. That little girl needs love and it’s sad a stranger shows it to her instead of her own stepfather. And Logan? He loves Victoria so damn much. He’s there for her, always. As much as this book angered me it kept my attention the entire time. Turning the pages because I just had to know what happens next. I can see how this book can be triggering, so please read the warnings. Book isn’t recommended for anyone under 18. Has a lot of dark topics/scenes. But I thoroughly enjoyed it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Sugarhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Sugar2023-07-26 21:58:052023-08-03 14:16:36The Finding (Berrycreek Heights Series Book 1) by A. M. Porto – Review by Ashley Sugar
Descendants of Time and Death (The Gods’ Scion Book 2)) by Winnifred Tataw is a great young adult fantasy
The author tells a timeless story. In order to achieve in the future, you must be aware of and take lessons from the past, the author encourages you to acknowledge.The major characters are superbly developed by the author, who also builds a compelling narrative around them. Sometimes the secondary characters’ traits may have received a little too much attention, but it doesn’t take away from the overall impact of the story.
Every page was exciting and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. The story really brings into their world.I couldn’t put the book down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shadel Ayerbehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShadel Ayerbe2023-07-26 21:49:082023-08-03 14:16:28Descendants of Time and Death (The Gods’ Scion Book 2) by Winnifred Tataw-Review by Shadel Ayerbe
The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods’ Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw is a great young adult fantasy.
In the story, Arcelia, her damaged family, and Prince Rodrick travel through the deserts and the Siesa Arid underground metropolis. Since she learned that her mother might be a murderer, everything has been odd, and she has been haunted by rumors of falsehoods and unfulfilled promises. She is hoping that a trip to Siesa Arid, the country of her twin cousins, will lead to the kind of family reunification she has been waiting for. Threats from a criminal organization disturb Arcelia and Rodrick, who are also troubled by moral dilemmas about right and wrong. The Archangel and God of Life assisted in all of this while keeping a close eye on it.
Every page was exciting and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. The story really brings into their world.I couldn’t put the book down.
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This is the 4th in a series, I absolutely feel like you CAN read this book without reading the others, I personally believe I would have followed along and enjoyed the story and been less confused at times, had I read the other books first. With that being said, let me clarify. This story is amazing. Our leading lady is awesome. She is well written and her world is well defined. This author has put forth amazing thought and detail into this world, building a place for us to get lost in. Her characters are strong and defined. Her plots are well thought out and executed. I highly recommend this series for readers of Fantasy, young and old, alike.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Manda Kellyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngManda Kelly2023-07-26 15:33:152023-07-26 15:33:15The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods’ Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Manda Kelly
4 out of 5 stars for the reason I gave it a four it was not because I did not like the book but it has some true life decisions when it comes to having a child. This book is an amazing true-life story when it comes to a teen girl and a child. Clarie had to decide to keep the baby or let it go so she can go back to normal but what is normal to Clarie? Life is not the same for Claire. The book got me to tears and I couldn’t let go of it. Well done to the author for bringing life into a story.
Complicated Choices indeed! It is a contemporary YA coming-of-age story by Risa Nyman. I have read all of Risa’s books and each and every one is about strength, resilience and love. This relatable fast-paced complex story is full of secrets, fear, yearning, hope, helplessness and many more emotions. It will hit you in all the feels. It is a story where the sassy MC has untapped strength, maturity, is a fighter but has to grow up before her time due to circumstances. Being a senior year of high school is bad enough with all the insecurities, angst, uncertainty, and hormones and not knowing where you are going but add in being responsible for a baby, yep it is hard. This one cut a little closer to home. Raising a younger brother brought back memories, struggles, although mine are not bad it still took me back. Depression is also not a stranger. There is drama and some humour and being able to cope with the help of a BFF and boyfriend. What would you do for someone you love? Ask yourself that question as you work your way on this journey with a young woman facing what seems like insurmountable odds. Complicated Choices is definitely worth a read.
Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman is an emotional story that tugged on my heartstrings. It is a story of choices, coming of age, self-discovery, family, responsibility, challenges, teen angst/drama, complex issues, secrets, dramatic developments, and heartwarming moments. Claire is a high school senior who has life-changing choices to make when an unplanned pregnancy leaves her with a baby to take care of. What happens here makes for an emotional and heartwarming journey. Be sure to have some tissues on standby, as you are going to need them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-07-25 22:58:452023-08-03 14:19:11Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Angela Hayes
Wow, this story was powerful, hard to put down and I totally devoured this book, drama filled and overall compelling…….I loved this story so much.
Claire Jackson is to have fun and freedom during her senior year of high school. This changes when an accidental pregnancy upends her plans…..her mother is pregnant and has a little boy, Harry. Claire’s mother goes on a downward spiral of mental health and depression issues….leaving Claire to take care Harry from morning to night…..but Claire’s resilience and loyalty toward her baby brother, she will do anything to protect him at all costs…even when her own uncle threatens to take away Harry…will Claire’s battle keep her baby brother with her and what happens when the truth finally comes…
I loved Claire’s loyalty and her thoughts of all her “complicated choices” that she had to endure throughout this story. This book was emotional….and overall fantastic.
Claire is in an almost impossible position as she navigates her senior year being nothing like she expected. Instead of being with friends and enjoying a carefree life, she’s parenting both her baby brother and her own mother. Then Uncle Patrick throws her a lifeline, if Claire gives up her baby brother, Patrick will give Claire her old life back. Claire’s oldest friendship is tested beyond measure and new friendships are forged as she settles into her new life. Only time will tell which choices Claire makes and which friends stick around to support her. Nyman hit it out of the park with an emotional read sure to grab the reader from the very first page and not let go until the last.
What a fantastic and engaging YA story this turned out to be. I fell in love with Claire and how string she was. No matter which path she decided on it would be a tough road for her. I wanted to make everything easier for her and lighten her load. The author really created a brilliant story with this book. It is unlike any other YA book I have read which made it more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this book.
A heartwarming and at times heartbreaking YA novel which kept me captivated throughout. The main character, high school senior Claire Jackson is an inspirational teenager who’s life changes dramatically following an unplanned pregnancy, the twist though is that the baby is her mothers, not hers. Claire finds herself taking on the main caring role for her half brother so much so that most people seem to think he is her son. No one seems to know who Harry’s father is and Claire’s mother is sinking deeper and deeper into despair. Things get worse when her mother uses Claire’s college fund to pay for day care for Harry, however when her uncle offers to replenish the fund on the condition that Harry be given up for adoption, Claire has a complicated choice to make. This was a real page turner of a novel and it had me hooked from from start to finish.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2023-07-25 15:24:302023-08-03 14:13:24Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Complicated Choices is a YA Family book that centers around the character of Claire who is just starting her senior year in high school. Rather than go to ball games, date, or attend school dances she is raising a baby. The problem is, the baby she is raising is not her own, although a lot of people get that impression when they first see Claire pushing the baby stroller. Claire’s mother has fallen into a deep depression and can barely look after herself let alone raise a baby which has all the responsibility landing on young Claire’s shoulders. Claire finds herself changing diapers, cleaning up baby vomit, and taking baby Harry to his fancy new daycare. A daycare that cost a small fortune and that her mom paid for with Claire’s college fund. Claire’s mom has not only been sinking farther into depression but is also sinking into farther financial debt. When Claire’s uncle offers a way out of their financial situation it would give Claire the future she had hoped for and dreamed of but at what price. Claire finds herself forced to make an impossible decision and no matter what she chooses it will forever alter the course of her life.
This book was beautifully written with an intriguing storyline and characters that were instantly relatable and likable. The character of Claire was someone that I immediately felt a connection to and found myself rooting for. She was a young girl with a bright future but when her mom got pregnant Claire’s future was forever altered. Suddenly she had to grow up fast and become a mom to her baby brother while also going to school and looking after her mom. Rather than enjoy her senior year in high school, hanging out with friends, dating, and going to parties Claire was playing the part of mom to both her own mom as well as her baby brother. Claire was wise beyond her years, mature, responsible, savvy, and feisty. How unimaginable to be put in a position where you must choose between your future and attending college or your baby brother. It was absolutely heart wrenching to read about the situation Claire had been placed in. This book was a rollercoaster ride of emotions with a few twists and turns that will keep you reading until the end.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-07-25 15:13:362023-08-03 14:13:17Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
This is such an emotional read. I loved every second of it even as I was reading with tears streaming down my face. This isn’t the traditional hard choice pregnancy tale. This is about what happens when a mother, with older children, has a child they are not prepared to take care of and that burden now falls on their older children. Risa does a fantastic job of writing the characters. Each one has a tremendous amount of depth in them and I feel that Claire was perhaps the most well written character. I found myself really pulling for Claire in this story and wondering what I would do in this situation. Her mother really placed her in a hard situation and her uncle means well but doesn’t see that the answer really isn’t clear cut. This really was a fantastic read that I highly suggest picking up, but make sure to have some tissues handy because it will pull on your heart strings throughout.
Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman. I loved this book so much even though I’m a 53 year old woman and its a young adult read. Its the story of Claire who is a teenager and living with her mom who is suffering from severe post partum depression. Due to that fact Claire is having to raise her baby brother Harry. Claire is a Senior so she’s missing out on all the parties, ball games and hanging with friends. Instead she is planning on how to get Harry to and from day care and bottles and naps. Not what a Senior in high school should be worried about. Claire has finally gotten the attention of the hot guy in school too but can do nothing about it due to her situation. Her mom is not getting better and her Uncle is trying to push her into putting her in a clinic somewhere. The money is all gone due to her mom spending it all. Such a sad, tragic young adult read that is probably happening more often than we know.
I enjoyed reading this book. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading from the first book I picked up. I found this book to be well written with some suspense but also a lot of emotion at the same time. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into the story from the beginning. They are strong, connectable characters that bring so much to the story. My favorite character is Claire. She has put herself in a position where she has to make a choice between keeping her baby or going back to a life without him. What will she do? This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down. A story that is engaging and one you don’t want to miss. I really enjoyed reading this book. I highly recommend this book.
YA suspenseful drama What a roller coaster. This book sinks its hooks in and doesn’t let go. The raw emotion just drips off the page. Claire is a head strong character that has to face so many things beyond her years. Absolutely loved Chad and his total commitment to Claire. This book has it all and brings to light the good, the bad and the ugly that comes from family drama, keeping secrets and transitioning into adulthood. A well written, totally intriguing story. Highly recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2023-07-25 06:47:212023-08-03 14:09:16Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Rayne East
I found myself feeling all the feels with this story. A high school senior winds up having to take care of her new baby brother because her mom can’t handle it. There are a lot of complications in her life all at one time. She wants her mom to get help. She wants to have a life. She wants to knoww who the baby’s father is. The twists in the story will astound you. This story feels so real. I feel it’s one of the best stories I’ve read this year. If I were allowed to give it more than 5 stars I would.
5 Stars The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods’ Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw
• The Sisterhood of Secrets is the fourth book in The Gods’ Scion Series and is a wonderfully written YA Fantasy/Sci-Fi that will have you turning the pages till the end. This is packed with action secrets, twists, lies and betrayal plus so much more. I recommend reading this series in order to get the full adventure and get to know the characters and what’s been going on. I was on the edge of my seat throughout the story trying to figure out what was going to happen next. We follow along with Princess Arcelia and Prince Roderick on their adventure as they fight for everything they know including lobe. I don’t want to give up to much. This is definitely my favorite yet and worth the read. I highly recommend reading to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading more from this Author
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-07-25 05:23:302023-08-03 13:58:13The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods’ Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
High school senior Claire Jackson’s life shatters after an unplanned pregnancy.
Not hers, her mother’s.
With no father named on baby Harry’s birth certificate and their mother sinking into despair, Claire finds herself knee deep in diapers, streams of baby barf, and mountains of laundry. Not only does Harry rob Claire of her freedom, but also her future when her mother uses her college funds for day care.
Claire’s uncle offers to replenish the funds on the condition Harry is given up for adoption. With a troubled and unstable mother, Claire must take control and choose: trade Harry for money and return to her former life, or fight for him.
The stakes run high when a baby is involved, and the choices are complicated.
In addition to Complicated Choices, Risa Nyman is the author of two award-winning middle grade mysteries, Swallowed by a Secret and Spooked by a Suspicion. Her contemporary novels deal with family issues, life changes, friendship, and loss.
Risa was born and lived most of her life in Greater Boston, and she has an authentic Boston accent to prove her heritage. No coincidence that all of her books are set in Massachusetts.
Her deep dive into creative writing began when she retired after decades working for the League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan organization that focuses on voter registration, getting out the vote, candidates’ debates, and fair voting procedures.
Since Risa’s first online writing class, writing has become a passion and a defining part of her life. When not writing, you might find Risa reading, exercising, or doing therapeutic ironing (yes, there is such a thing.)
This book took me on an emotional roller-coaster. I felt like there were times I wanted to pull out my hair because of the pain that Vic and Lo were suffering. This story has love, suspense, abuse, loss, family, twists and turns and deals with some pretty dark subjects that can be triggering for some. The author wrote this story well and pulled me into the story. Vic had to deal with so much in this book but through it all she held on to her love for Logan. As I turned pages I kept wishing for her nightmare to be over. I don’t want to give anything away so I will say that this was a gripping story that I recommend. I look forward to reading more from this author.
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