Josh isn't necessarily a player, but he does enjoy dating. The problem? He just hasn't found the right woman. Daisy's not much for dating, especially with her past. But when she met Josh, there was an undeniable attraction. But all their friends are trying to dissuade her from him. But despite what Daisy might think,… Continue reading Maple Trees and Maybes, Kristina Beck
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Anxious People, Fredrik Backman
Anxious People is a bank robbery, of sorts, gone awry. But it’s really about the people involved in the hostage situation, of sorts. Neither the robbery nor the hostage situation is what one might think before they’ve started this amazing read. And you’re going to stumble across, as Backman puts it, a bunch of idiots.… Continue reading Anxious People, Fredrik Backman
A Dark Place, Kailee Reese Samuels
“We weren’t navigating our lives; life was navigating us.” I find that I cannot adequately review this one to give it the respect it deserves. Every page leads to more secrets and more action. And because I cannot properly review this, I want to talk about something that seems irrelevant but will eventually get to… Continue reading A Dark Place, Kailee Reese Samuels
The Rise of the Altereds, Marisa Noelle
There is still a threat out there, and it comes in the form of Earl. He’s determined to destroy as many people in his way as possible. They need to find him and take him down for the good of everyone. If Silver’s father can give them back their abilities, they might stand a chance.… Continue reading The Rise of the Altereds, Marisa Noelle
The Girl Who Caught Fire, Lorna Dounaeva
The fourth book in the series has Alicia set on revenge. Everyone she knows thinks she’s dead, and that’s the way she wants it. Now living under the name Chelsea, she’s working the long game. The problem? She’s fallen in love, and Christopher makes her want to be a better person. He’s everything she could… Continue reading The Girl Who Caught Fire, Lorna Dounaeva
The Fair, John A. Heldt
The Fair, the second book in the Time Box series, shows a lot of changes for the Lane family. Jordan is still healing from a major loss, but when he meets a stranger on the train, it leads him to Jessie, and he’s immediately drawn in. His conflicted emotions between healing and interest play on… Continue reading The Fair, John A. Heldt
The Last Word, Ron Miner
Dan is a journalist interviewing the last living WWII vet. At 112, Owen is a character, he tells engaging stories, and he knows how to laugh. As we follow Owen’s life not just during the war but before and after, we find ourselves drawn into this highly engaging read that carries some moving themes. Being… Continue reading The Last Word, Ron Miner
White Fox, Sara Faring
The sister’s aunt has finally allowed them to return home after the death of their father. One of them believes their mother is still alive, and one of them has told herself stories to accept her disappearance ten years ago. Both of them have questions that need answering on their return, but they might not… Continue reading White Fox, Sara Faring
Tools of Engagement, Tessa Bailey
Bethany wants to strike out on her own when it comes to renovating and staging houses. When she announces so to her brother, his top worker, Wes, jumps ship to help her out. He hasn’t spent the past few months watching her from afar for nothing. But when things take a turn and they find… Continue reading Tools of Engagement, Tessa Bailey
Beauty and the Bassist, Megan Walker & Janci Patterson
Rockstar Shane is emotionally healing from an accident in which his best friend, JT, died. The admitted playboy is seeing ghosts, and he’s feeling pretty broken. He gets roped into being the emcee for a beauty pageant where he meets the coordinator, Allison. Showing up late doesn’t help his case. Allison knew his type before… Continue reading Beauty and the Bassist, Megan Walker & Janci Patterson
