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May 23, 2022

Marian Thorpe- Empire’s Heir

Genre: History/Fantasy 4 Stars A Great Read What a great fantastical story in Empire’s Heir by Marian Thorpe. This is the first of Thorpe's stories that I've read and I really enjoyed it. It has a lot of layers to the plot, and is very interesting take on fantasy and history, and how it all comes together. Thorpe is a wonderful writer, and brings the story to life. The base of the story is loyalty and family, and it brings in the fantastical and magical air of this world. The

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Maria Yiangou - I SPY ALPHABET Easter egg hunt

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May 18, 2022

Maria Yiangou - I SPY ALPHABET Easter egg hunt

Genre: Children/Easter 4 Stars Educational and fun Yiangou brings a new look at the "I Spy" game, and turned the game into children's books. This one is about learning about an Easter egg hunt. This another volume in her "I spy with my little eye" series. A wonderful book filled with grand illustrations, and it is fun to read to a child, and then, they can have fun naming the items they know. What a wonderfully thought-out story for a child. From Aa to Zz the fun begins. It's

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Karl Beckstrand - Bad Bananas A Story Cookbook for Kids

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May 17, 2022

Karl Beckstrand - Bad Bananas A Story Cookbook for Kids

Illustrator: Jeff Faerber 4 Stars So, bananas go "bananas" What a fun story in Bad Bananas A Story Cookbook for Kids by Karl Beckstrand. I am a big fan of this author! Whatever this author writes, I read. The characters were bananas from the time they were picked off the tree, to selected in the store, and how they ripen, and sometimes they are "bad" influences on other fruit. The illustrations were great, and funny. This book would be perfect to read to a child or have the c

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May 17, 2022

Tommy B. Smith - New Era

5 Stars Magnificently written story What a thrilling (and chilling) story in New Era by Tommy B. Smith. I am a definite fan of this author! Whatever this author writes, I want to read. This story touches the heart, and then rips it out. No, really, it shows that there isn't such thing as peaceful quiet. Marjorie experiences a lot of things that I can related to, most people can relate to, no sleep, severe headaches, and most of all, fear of what's inside of her and what is ou

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Nathaniel Hawthorne - The Scarlet Letter

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May 16, 2022

Nathaniel Hawthorne - The Scarlet Letter

4 Stars Another Classic, or is it? What a classic story in The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. I have read other Hawthorne stories, and this is not the first time I read this one. Anyone who ever went to high school English class, knows about the Scarlet Letter "A" and why Hester wore it. I remember reading this book in high school, so reading it for the second time (and decades later), gave me a different perspective of the story. I was now reading it as an adult, not

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May 16, 2022

Lynn F. Austin- Newman's Awesome Year

Genre: Children/Animal 5 Stars I just wanted to give Newman a huge hug. What a magnetic story in Newman's Awesome Year by Lynn F. Austin. I just became a fan of this author and her best friend, Newman! Any story about Newman, I definitely want to read, maybe over and over again. I think more people should read it, not just children, but people of any age. Newman is a Wheaten Terrier, who was rescued, and this rescue saved his life. Newman went through some unspeakable abuse u

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May 15, 2022

Savannah Kade - Our Song

Genre: Romance 4 Stars A Great read What an interestingly romantic story in Our Song by Savannah Kade. I am a big fan of this author! This author brings the story to life. The characters had a lot of depth, and were very real. Kade introduces the "rockstar romance" to the reader by bringing us in JD's life, and how it is complicated, and in disarray. In comes Kelsey, trying to be just his friend. There is a lot going on, and it's not just about hiding feelings from each other

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Niki Danforth- Delilah: A Ronnie Lake Mystery

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May 15, 2022

Niki Danforth- Delilah: A Ronnie Lake Mystery

4 Stars Grand Read What a grandly interesting story in Delilah by Niki Danforth. I've read a few books of the Ronnie Lake Mystery stories (book 3 and 5) and now I'm reading book 2. I have got to read the ones I've missed so far. Anyway, I like Ronnie. There is something about her that is intense, and yet, she's strong, and knows what she's doing. She always finds herself in the middle of a case that could kill her. It's a grand story to read, and see how Ronnie started, and h

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May 13, 2022

Richard R. Becker- 50 States

5 Stars An entertaining collection What a grand collection of stories in 50 States by Richard R. Becker. This book is the first title of this author's that I've read, but I did read all 50 of his short stories. I do like the premise, each story takes part in a different state, and the stories vary. The genres of the stories vary as well, and each one is a complete story, leaving the reader feeling satisfied. Short stories are not easy to write, and Becker does a great job of

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Jacob Paul Patchen - Sheltered: When a Boy Becomes a Legend

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May 12, 2022

Jacob Paul Patchen - Sheltered: When a Boy Becomes a Legend

4 Stars An original story What a remarkable story in Sheltered: When a Boy Becomes a Legend by Jacob Paul Patchen. I am a definite fan of this author! A very passionate and strong read. I enjoyed this story, as it had many plot layers, and the characters were dynamic, and had a lot of depth. Many had backstories that showed how they ended up where they are now. In just reading the first chapter, there is a line that stood out, and it almost defined the story, and how importan

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May 12, 2022

Dan Radlauer - FAT the other F word

Genre: Young Adult, drama, humor 4 Stars Grand Read What a wonderful story in FAT: the other F word by Dan Radlauer. I have fast become a big fan of Radlauer. I've never read anything by this author before. I really thought the premise was somewhat unique. It's an interesting story about being fat. There is no other word that heavy people see themselves as, and there are a lot of words out there, but plain and simple, we feel fat. People are fat shamed all of the time, even i

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May 12, 2022

Hanna Park - Finding Tiegan

Genre: Erotic Romance 4 Stars Grand Read What a grand story in Finding Tiegan by Hanna Park. This story brings in very interesting characters and brings a lot to the story. It's not just about one person, but two souls, wondering how they connected. There are several layers to the story, and back stories that come out just when they need to. I haven't read work from Park before, but I've become a fan. The writing style fits this story, romance, erotica, and a chemistry connec

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May 11, 2022

George Kaplan - Tookie Goes Undercover

5 Stars Magnificent I fell in love with Tookie when I first read about her in Only Tim Sent me flowers and then again in the wonderful book Finding Mr. Wrong. Tookie is one of those unforgettable characters, and Kaplan knows how to write for her. Yes, he writes for her, and brings her to life. The story brings a new level to Tookie, as she deals with her current life, and attempts to do something that'll make her happy again. Magnificent story that revels in her past and futu

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May 11, 2022

Russell Moran - Leonardo Murphy

5 Stars Absolutely loved this story! Moran pens a magnetic story in Leonardo Murphy. Yes, I said magnetic because once I started reading, I couldn't stop. I sat down to read this story, thinking I'd take a few breaks and come back to it over the course of this weekend, but no, I sat down and read it. I love how Leonardo became Leonardo (instead of his birthname, William or Billy). And as it did with Leonardo (who named himself after his favorite Renaissance man, Leonardo DaVi

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May 11, 2022

Melina Druga - The Unmarriable Kind

4 Stars A Great Read What a grand story in The Unmarriable Kind by Melina Druga. I am a definite fan of this author! Whatever this author writes, I will read. This author brings the story to life. It's 1884, and Lucretia is a very strong and stubborn schoolteacher. She is single and does not feel she needs to get married to be fulfilled in her life. Even when her sisters are getting married. She is stubborn, and now there's a new headmaster at the school, and his unconvention

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Hell Holes 4: A Slave's Revenge by Donald Firesmith

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May 9, 2022

Hell Holes 4: A Slave's Revenge by Donald Firesmith

Narrated by: Gary Tredwell Genre: Apocalyptic Sci-Fi, Horror, Paranormal 5 Stars Superb Read Firesmith turned his magnificently written story, Hell Holes 4, into a magnificent prequel on audio, a great add to his Hell Holes Series. I read and listened to the books that came before this one in the series, and now, the prequel is here. The alien demons are taking who they want and making them slaves. Hell is not what we perceive as Hell, it's a planet all of its own. We learn

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May 9, 2022

Arthur Herbert - The Bones of Amoret

Audiobook: Arthur Herbert - The Bones of Amoret Narrated by: Victor Warren Genre: Medical/Western Audiobook 4 Stars A Great listen! What a great story in The Bones of Amoret by Arthur Herbert. This is the first book of this author's that I have read and then had the privilege of listening to as well. I really enjoyed the characters, and how this author sets up the story, and then adds the element of mystery and suspense. It's a chilling story, taking place in a small Texan to

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Pete Mesling- The Maker-Man of Merryville

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May 9, 2022

Pete Mesling- The Maker-Man of Merryville

Genre: Children's Fantasy & Magic 4 Stars Entertaining and simply magical What a magical story in The Maker-Man of Merryville by Pete Mesling. I have become a fan of this author! I haven't read work from this author before, and I enjoyed this story. The characters were interesting and very believable, and simply just full of magic, so they can get to a world where they have no idea what lies ahead. We have Gilbert and his friend Sarah, looking to find something ... a bit of j

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Chelsea DeVries- Sticks and Stones: Full Story Edition

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May 8, 2022

Chelsea DeVries- Sticks and Stones: Full Story Edition

Genre: Poetry 5 Stars A Magnificent Collection This collection of poetry and innovative thinking by Chelsea DeVries is a remarkable work of words. Sticks and Stones: Full Story Edition is a definite read, and please, read the dedication at the beginning of the book, and then you know the set stage for this book. It is personal. The words almost float across the pages, brining different situations and emotions to light, in a very toxic world. After reading this, I realized wha

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May 8, 2022

TL Travis- Summer Boy

Genre: MM Romance 4 Stars Great Read What a grand story in Summer Boy by TL Travis. This book is part of a multi-author All American Boys series, a set of 9 books. This book also fit the theme of the All American "Boy" and makes sense in this set of stories. I am a definite fan of this author! The characters had a lot of depth, and were very realistic. It is always an honor to read this author's books. This author is a great storyteller. MM Romance books are not always easy t

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