Shadow and Bone (Grisha Trilogy (Shadow and Bone)) My review: 4.5 of 5 stars Have you ever wrapped a present for someone, hidden it away, and then found it months later? A few days ago, I found this book and its sequel wrapped for my daughter's birthday which was two months ago. It just so happened that she was home for a visit, so I brought out my copy in order to read … [Read more...] about Book Review: Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
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Contemporary Fiction Book Review: The Words Between Us by Erin Bartels @RevellBooks
The Words Between Us by Erin Bartels My review: 4 of 5 Stars The Words Between Us is, at its heart, a love story between Robin, Peter and their books and words. It is also a story about forgiveness and moving forward. Bartels immediately draws the reader in with a character whose tragic past makes her both interesting and mysterious. I wanted to root for Robin, and … [Read more...] about Contemporary Fiction Book Review: The Words Between Us by Erin Bartels @RevellBooks
Young Adult Adventure Book Review: Song of the Current by Sarah Tolcser
Song of the Current by Sarah Tolcser My review: 5 of 5 stars Song of the Current swept me away immediately with adventure and excitement. Tolcser's careful attention to detail made her created world come alive. With a savvy and plucky heroine to lead the adventure, Song of the Current was often amusing as well. I thoroughly enjoyed this romp down the river. Recommended … [Read more...] about Young Adult Adventure Book Review: Song of the Current by Sarah Tolcser
Fantasy Romance Book Review: Kingdom of Exiles (The Beast Charmer Book 1) by Maxym M. Martineau
Kingdom of Exiles (The Beast Charmer Book 1) My review: 5 of 5 stars Kingdom of Exiles magically blends fantasy, romance, adventure and mystery to create a page-turning story. In this case, you CAN judge a book by its beautiful cover art. With complex and compelling characters and their many secrets, Kingdom of Exiles makes the reader want to keep peeling back the layers … [Read more...] about Fantasy Romance Book Review: Kingdom of Exiles (The Beast Charmer Book 1) by Maxym M. Martineau
Contemporary Fiction Review: #TheLateBloomersClub by Louise Miller
The Late Bloomers Club by Louise Miller My review: 3.5 of 5 stars Set in Guthrie, Vermont and centered around two sisters, The Late Bloomers' Club is largely about finding your true calling and sense of self a bit later in life. While this novel has small-time charm, it approaches the characters with a more liberal attitude than the more conservative At Home in Mitford … [Read more...] about Contemporary Fiction Review: #TheLateBloomersClub by Louise Miller