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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
I am not normally a fan of novellas (this includes prequels and extended epilogues). They are usually lacking in the information and details I require to really enjoy a storyline. That however is not the case with this one. The author is on point with details, character development and backstory. I have to say this particular start to a series has drawn me in. I will definitely be reading the series.
Chatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
4.0
This is a dark, fast paced, psychological thriller that will leave you terrified to sleep with the lights off. While there isn’t much background information I found the information that was given just enough to read through the story without focusing too much on the why. If you have unresolved issues with abuse or alcoholism that can be triggered you should not read this book. If you love the dark side of life or enjoy the darker side of things this book is for you.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Alcohol
Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! by Mary Bleckwehl
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.0
Piggy pirates and wanting to grow up fast are the main themes in this book. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful. The story is cute. I think this would be a good book to read to kids under 6. Worth the purchase just for the amazing illustrations alone.
The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
mysterious
medium-paced
5.0
If you are like me and love a detailed story then this book of for you. The author doesn’t skip over even the smallest of details making the picture form that much more clearly. This cute (yes, I know cute is an interesting word to use to describe crime) mystery is full of drama, intrigue, fun and charm. This was my first book by this author and they did not disappoint. I felt the both the storyline and the characters were very well developed and complementary toward each other. While this was a fairly quick read I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Sharing His Nanny by Tori Chase
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This book should be rated xxx and not just because of the seggsy stuff. There is male on male, dominant submissive play and taboo behavior between step siblings. There is not a single chapter of this book that didn’t detail some lurid sexual behavior. The characters, with the exception of Stella, have almost no backstory. I enjoy details that draw one to the characters in the books I take pleasure in. While this story wasn’t for me I am quite sure many out there will enjoy it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Incest, Misogyny, Sexual content, and Alcohol
M/M sexual behavior, D/S sexual behavior, step siblings sexual behavior
A Dowry of Snails and Mud by Brittany Tucker
medium-paced
4.0
History, history and more history!! Throw in a some romance, curiosity, fun, responsibility, humor, drama, comedy and emotion and you have a great story. While I found it starts very slow (this being the reason for the four out of five stars) once you get into it the story grabs you and takes you along in a great journey. You will laugh out loud, yell at some of the characters and find you truly care what happens to our heroine. I definitely recommend reading this book.
Bees in Loretta's Bonnet by Lois J. Wickstrom
medium-paced
5.0
I love these books by this author. Especially when she gives you a treat with an activity you can do with your kids after reading the book. In this story we learn about bees and their importance. The author makes it clear that we don’t fear bees but we do need them. In the back of this book is detailed instructions on how to make a bee home for your yard with your littles. This is definitely worth the purchase. Your kids will love it.
Things are Shaking: Invisible Magic Wand by Lois Wickstrom
medium-paced
5.0
I always enjoy spending a little time with Caspian. His adventures with his gifts from grandpa always seem like so much fun. This time his cousin join him and grandpa and finds that Caspian has the wand.
The world around them begins to shake and they do all the can to reach safety. The illustrations are beautiful and the stories are great. Worth reading to your littles.
Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This novel is a suspenseful, entertaining plot twisting story. The details are exquisitely complex and I thoroughly enjoyed solving the crime next to our heroine, Elinor. If you like mysteriously intricate tales; this amazingly fun and yet dark novel is for you. The storyline is wonderfully detailed with amazing characters. I can’t wait to dive right in to the next one.
Whispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
While this book started off somewhat slow it did pick up and managed to capture my interest. The characters are well developed and mostly likable. The storyline has some twists, turns, mystery, and fantasy. For a prequel I found this a great beginning and look forward to reading the next. While this author is new to me I very much enjoyed her writing style. If you like fantasy and Fae novels this series is for you.