4 stars In this YA fantasy book, 16-year-old Aurora lives in the Boulderfell Institute where she and the other adoptees must adhere to a strict set of rules. The story starts with Aurora moving up from the Mustards, the children’s section, to the adult quarters (Navies). Her move makes her eligible for the Unity ceremony, … Continue reading The Guidal: Discovering Puracordis by Roxy Eloise
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The Moon of Lycca by Anne Winchell
5 stars “As soon as she stopped, a growl behind her reminded her that she was not alone.”Anne Winchell, The Moon of Lycca The Moon of Lycca by Anne Winchell Winchell’s novella, The Moon of Lycca, is a fast-moving space saga. Mei is attempting to rescue two colonists when her glider crashes in a remote … Continue reading The Moon of Lycca by Anne Winchell
The Kill Switch by J.E. Clarkson
★★★★☆
Clarkson keeps the adrenaline pumping in The Kill Switch, the third installment in her dystopian, techno-thriller series. The short, action-filled chapters keep the suspense high as the nameless main character known only as The Cleaner and her allies continue to fight against the evils of Stella and Nemo & Co.
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
3 out of 5 stars After hearing all of the hype about this bestseller that's been turned into a Netflix series, this novel was a bit of a disappointment for me. While it had funny moments and a few interesting observations about human nature, the storytelling style was a bit disjointed. It seemed to switch … Continue reading Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
What I Learned in My First 6 Months of Blogging
This month, I am celebrating my 6-month anniversary as a book and photography blogger. Sixty posts, 2,012 views, and 880 visitors later, what do I have to show for this milestone? Well, I’ve had fun, explored my creative side, and made lots of connections with other writers, book lovers, bloggers, and photographers. But, most importantly … Continue reading What I Learned in My First 6 Months of Blogging
Shaken No More by Jacqui Morrison
3 stars This women’s fiction/romance novel is about one woman's fight to overcome several past traumas and find love, success, and happiness. Shaken No More After leaving her abusive husband, Meredith Golden meets Paul and the two begin a romantic relationship. Things seem to be going well for Meredith in her career and in her … Continue reading Shaken No More by Jacqui Morrison
The Ghost Society by J.E. Clarkson
The Ghost Society The Ghost Society is the second installment in J.E. Clarkson’s Nemo & Co dystopian techno-thriller series. Like the first book, The Ghost Society is told from the perspective of a woman known only as The Cleaner. The Ghost Society reveals more about The Cleaner, introduces us to a few new characters, and … Continue reading The Ghost Society by J.E. Clarkson
For the Love of Many by Vivian Dunn
5 stars “...why should anyone ever have to hold in their happiness?”Vivian Dunn, For the Love of Many For the Love of Many is a period romance book based on the life of Joan Crawford (“Billie”). Billie is a showgirl from Kansas City who fights her way from Detroit to a Broadway chorus in the … Continue reading For the Love of Many by Vivian Dunn
The 13th Zodiac by L. Krauch
4 out of 5 stars In the 13th Zodiac, the titan Time makes a decision that sets the foundation for the rest of the story. And, what a story it is! This high fantasy book features some wonderful world-building and a diverse set of interesting characters. The main characters Jase Raion, the Crown Prince of … Continue reading The 13th Zodiac by L. Krauch
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
3 stars Everyone has been talking about this Holly Jackson series featuring a smart, driven young woman as the main character. I love books with strong women, so I decided to give it a try. In this first book in this young adult (YA) mystery series, high school student Pip Fitz-Amobi decides to investigate a … Continue reading A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson