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Review: The Passenger by Lisa Lutz
Wow, what a read! It sounds cliche, but this book took my breath away. Just when I thought I knew where the book was heading, I was taken on a completely different path, my heart pounding and pulse racing, a … Continue reading
Review: Girl Through Glass by Sari Wilson
When I accepted this title for review, I didn’t know what to expect. I thought it was a ballet book, certainly something outside of my realm of familiarity. Yet so many trusted readers were singing its praises so I opted … Continue reading
Review: Flight of Dreams by Ariel Lawhon
Lawhon excels at uncovering an event from the past and putting her own spin or explanation to it. She’s thoroughly succeeded once again. Though the build-up was a bit slow at times, the intensity quickly picks up as each of … Continue reading
Review: The Ex by Alafair Burke
No exaggerating: I read this book in under two hours. Already a fan of Burke’s writing, she captivated me from page one and, by the end, I was completely floored by what transpired. I was ready to pick it up … Continue reading
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Review: Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys
This book has been the source of quite a few arguments in my house! Once I obtained the ARC, I squirreled it away to read when the timing was right. And then my teen son discovered I had it in … Continue reading
Review: The Ramblers by Aidan Donnelley Rowley
This is one of those novels that quickly engages the reader, full of dynamic and rich characters that evoke feelings of sympathy and remorse, but also hope and promise. Clio, Smith, and Tate all come from vastly different backgrounds, yet … Continue reading
Audiobook Review: A Step Toward Falling by Cammie McGovern
What a rewarding listen! Told from the perspectives of Emily and Belinda, listeners get a well-rounded experience of how both sides of this situation have fared. Most importantly, however, is how both girls, despite their differences, have far more similarities … Continue reading
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Review: The Evening Spider by Emily Arsenault
This is one of those books I was instantly captivated by, the premise drawing me in. I’m all about old creaky houses that go bump in the night. Even more so, I was drawn to the two characters, Abby and … Continue reading
Review: The Golden Son by Shilpi Somaya Gowda
I know it sounds cliche, but I genuinely read this book in one sitting. A daunting task, given my attention span and the length of this novel, but I quickly became obsessed with the lives of Anil and Leena. They … Continue reading
Review: The Guest Room by Chris Bohjalian
I honestly had no idea what to expect when I began this title. I’ve been a fan of Bohjalian’s writing for some time now and I always begin reading his latest novel with a completely open mind, ignoring any early … Continue reading
