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Vespers by Meghan McDonnell
4 Stars Another personal journey It makes sense that I would continue to read McDonnell's work, and I am. This is the sixth book in her...

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Oct 18, 2017


The Secret of Sinbad's Cave by Byrdie Walker-Bain
4 Stars Magnificent YA story This book is very appealing and was a great read, even for someone who is not part of the YA audience. I...

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Oct 18, 2017


Firestorm by D. B Sieders
4 Stars Wish I read the first two first ... This book was really good and I liked it very much. I didn't read the first two books that...

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Oct 18, 2017


Beyond the Amaranthine Veil by J A Bullen
5 Stars Amazing Tale It's one of those fantasy stories that keep you guessing, and wondering what will happen next. I thoroughly enjoyed...

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Oct 17, 2017


Spook Lights II by Eden Royce
5 Stars Better than the first I loved the first volume, but this one really set a tone for more than just a horror collection. I always...

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Oct 17, 2017


Take Me to the Pink Yacht II by Aurora Diamond
5 Stars Enjoyed this one as much as the first I liked the first one, and this one continues the work of this author. I like the witty...

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Oct 17, 2017


Witches: Tea Party by Mark Taylor
4 Stars Mysterious and intriguing I wished the story was longer, but it was one of those you don't put down, not because it's not a long...

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Oct 17, 2017


Tackling Summer by Kayla Dawn Thomas
4 Stars Pleasant read A good story, that adds some humor and romance to a dramatic family dynamic. There are ups and downs, but all in...

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Oct 17, 2017


Faithful by Meghan McDonnell
4 Stars Worth the wait! I enjoyed McDonnell's first four personal journals (Minor, Novice, Limbo, Elsewhere) and was hoping there would...

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Oct 17, 2017


Going All In by Stephanie C. Lyons Keeley & Wayne J. Keeley
5 Stars Well-played The premise was tempting, as most are, but the story telling paid off. The characters were real and the situation...

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Oct 17, 2017


An American Cage by Ted Galdi
4 Stars Struggle for freedom There's more to this story than just a prison break, and it's one of those books you don't put down. Galdi...

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Oct 16, 2017


Finding Pandora-The Complete Collection by E. Rachael Hardcastle
4 Stars Magnificent collection This is a collection of "Finding Pandora" by Hardcastle, and it's intense in its fantasy and supernatural...

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Oct 15, 2017


The Recital by Kyle V. Hiller
4 Stars Enjoyable read Filled with inspiration and magic, this story sets a stage for Edith and how she must deal with the next step in...

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Oct 15, 2017


My Dad Got Hurt What Can I Do? by Dr. Jerid Fisher / National Academy of Neuropsychology Foundation
5 Stars Emotional and informative read It's written for children to help understand what happens when a parent comes back from...

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Oct 15, 2017


No More Crying Angels: A True Story of Survival by Bella Capo, Morgan St. James, Dennis N. Griffin
5 Stars Inspiring and amazing A true story that holds onto the reader and doesn't let go. Bella is a remarkable person who is sharing her...

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Oct 14, 2017


Rollie Gold by Joe Basara
5 Stars Powerful Basara writes a great story that spans over different eras, and it showcases the life and tribulations between father...

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Oct 13, 2017


Double Lightning by Margaret Mal
3 Stars Interesting premise! I've read work by Mal before, and enjoyed it. I did enjoy this book, but there may have been one or two...

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Oct 13, 2017


Only Tim Sent me flowers (Revised) by George Kaplan
4 Stars Revised version just as good as the original As a favor to the author, I have reread this book, and really I stand by my original...

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Oct 12, 2017


The Pacifist by Mehreen Ahmed
5 Stars Storytelling at its best! This book was nominated for one of my Best Indie Titles of 2017 awards on my author blog, and I was...

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Oct 10, 2017


Putt Girl by Deborah Cousar-Saunders
5 Stars A wonderful story This book is inspiring in different ways. One, it's great for little girls, of all ages and cultures. Paige is...

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Oct 10, 2017


Break Point by Kate Rigby
5 Stars Game. Set. Match! What a great story. Now, I am a big fan of Rigby and the way she writes and tells a story. Now, this is a great...

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Oct 9, 2017


A Hell For All Seasons by Emiliya Ahmadova
4 Stars Thrilling and chilling stories This is a collection of chilling and thrilling stories that bring in the supernatural and...

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Oct 9, 2017


Talking S.H.I.T. (Social, Humorous, and Inspirational Thoughts) by Jacob Paul Patchen
5 Stars The title says it all! This is a book filled with inspiration and gives the reader aspirations. The book sets the tone for...

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Oct 8, 2017


Serenity Avenged by Craig Hart
5 Stars Thrilling! I haven't read the first two books in the series, and found it probably isn't necessary, but that doesn't mean I won't...

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Oct 8, 2017
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