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The Seaside Sisters: A Novel by Pamela Kelley
4.0
Book #74 read in 2024
This is my first book by this author, but it won't be my last. I will add her to the must-read summer books because of the lovely setting in Chatham, Cape Cod. This book follows two sisters and their aunt as they traverse life difficulties. While I expected the feel-good and self-discovery aspects of this book, there were many bumpy roads getting there. I really enjoyed this one!
Thank you to the publisher for the complimentary ebook.
This is my first book by this author, but it won't be my last. I will add her to the must-read summer books because of the lovely setting in Chatham, Cape Cod. This book follows two sisters and their aunt as they traverse life difficulties. While I expected the feel-good and self-discovery aspects of this book, there were many bumpy roads getting there. I really enjoyed this one!
Thank you to the publisher for the complimentary ebook.
Everything We Never Said by Sloan Harlow
4.25
Book #73 read in 2024
I saw so much hype about this one, particularly a reel from the publishing company that made me super excited to read it. There was talk of a major twist, so I spent my time reading, trying to figure out what it could be. I was shocked, and I love the direction the book took!
I admit, I almost did not read this because of its comparison to Colleen Hoover, who I feel romanticizes abuse. I was concerned when the abuse storyline appeared in this book, but it was handled so well.
I would recommend this one for sure!
Thank you to the publisher for the complimentary ebook.
I saw so much hype about this one, particularly a reel from the publishing company that made me super excited to read it. There was talk of a major twist, so I spent my time reading, trying to figure out what it could be. I was shocked, and I love the direction the book took!
I admit, I almost did not read this because of its comparison to Colleen Hoover, who I feel romanticizes abuse. I was concerned when the abuse storyline appeared in this book, but it was handled so well.
I would recommend this one for sure!
Thank you to the publisher for the complimentary ebook.
Annie LeBlanc Is Not Dead Yet by Molly Morris
3.25
Book #71 read in 2024
This is such an interesting premise, and I was excited to read it. A small town has a tradition every ten years of bringing someone back from the dead for 30 days. They run it as a contest, and the winner gets to pick who returns. This year, Wilson wins the contest and decides to bring back her ex-best friend, Annie, to see if she can figure out what happened in their friendship and repair it.
While this was different from anything I've read before, I had a hard time connecting with the characters or even really liking them, which made it hard to fall in love with the story. I do like the way Molly Morris writes, though, and I will definitely check out more from this author.
Thank you to the publisher for the complimentary book.
This is such an interesting premise, and I was excited to read it. A small town has a tradition every ten years of bringing someone back from the dead for 30 days. They run it as a contest, and the winner gets to pick who returns. This year, Wilson wins the contest and decides to bring back her ex-best friend, Annie, to see if she can figure out what happened in their friendship and repair it.
While this was different from anything I've read before, I had a hard time connecting with the characters or even really liking them, which made it hard to fall in love with the story. I do like the way Molly Morris writes, though, and I will definitely check out more from this author.
Thank you to the publisher for the complimentary book.
Mad Love by Wendy Walker
3.75
Book #70 read in 2024
As a child, I loved listening to the radio dramas that were on every week. I felt so nostalgic when I was listening to this. The production and full cast were so entertaining. I enjoyed the story a lot, but what really made me like it was the way the audio was produced. I am in search of more full-cast audiobooks that are just as good!
As a child, I loved listening to the radio dramas that were on every week. I felt so nostalgic when I was listening to this. The production and full cast were so entertaining. I enjoyed the story a lot, but what really made me like it was the way the audio was produced. I am in search of more full-cast audiobooks that are just as good!
Just Some Stupid Love Story by Katelyn Doyle
4.25
Book #69 read in 2024
I read so many great reviews on this that it became one of my most anticipated of the summer. A debut second-chance rom-com, I loved the characters in this book. Molly is a rom-com movie script writer who doesn't believe in romance, and Seth is a divorce attorney who believes in true love. That alone makes for an exciting story. Spanning several years, including the pandemic, Molly and Seth tangle and try to decide if their views on love might be the same after all.
Thank you to the publisher for the complimentary ebook.
I read so many great reviews on this that it became one of my most anticipated of the summer. A debut second-chance rom-com, I loved the characters in this book. Molly is a rom-com movie script writer who doesn't believe in romance, and Seth is a divorce attorney who believes in true love. That alone makes for an exciting story. Spanning several years, including the pandemic, Molly and Seth tangle and try to decide if their views on love might be the same after all.
Thank you to the publisher for the complimentary ebook.
Counting on a Cowboy by Sara Richardson
4.0
Book #68 read in 2024
I quickly realized it was the third in a series when I started this. While it can be read as a standalone, I did feel I was missing some of the connections and background. That being said, I really loved Thatch and Lyric. Fake dating is one of my favorite tropes, and this didn't disappoint. There were some heavy themes in it, so it might be necessary to look at the trigger warnings. I think Sara Richardson will be my go-to for cowboy romance, starting with the beginning of this series.
Thank you to Forever for the complimentary ebook.
I quickly realized it was the third in a series when I started this. While it can be read as a standalone, I did feel I was missing some of the connections and background. That being said, I really loved Thatch and Lyric. Fake dating is one of my favorite tropes, and this didn't disappoint. There were some heavy themes in it, so it might be necessary to look at the trigger warnings. I think Sara Richardson will be my go-to for cowboy romance, starting with the beginning of this series.
Thank you to Forever for the complimentary ebook.
The Five Year Lie by Sarina Bowen
4.25
Book #67 read in 2024
Ariel gets a text from Drew asking her to meet him and tell no one. That is suspicious enough, but worse, Drew has been dead for five years. This begins a story of suspense and deceit that continues until the end. I was captivated by the story and couldn't put this down. I needed to know how it was going to end. One of the final plot points was a bit of a letdown, so I dropped the rating. But I can not wait to read more thrillers by this author (if she writes more 🤞🏻)!
Thank you to Harper Perennial for the complimentary ebook.
Ariel gets a text from Drew asking her to meet him and tell no one. That is suspicious enough, but worse, Drew has been dead for five years. This begins a story of suspense and deceit that continues until the end. I was captivated by the story and couldn't put this down. I needed to know how it was going to end. One of the final plot points was a bit of a letdown, so I dropped the rating. But I can not wait to read more thrillers by this author (if she writes more 🤞🏻)!
Thank you to Harper Perennial for the complimentary ebook.
Till There Was You by Lindsay Hameroff
4.5
Book #66 read in 2024
A chance meeting between Lexi and Jake leads to a weekend together, but then he ghosts her. When he finally reappears, Lexi must decide if he's worth a second chance. I really enjoyed the characters and the story. The fact that Lexi is a chef and Jake is a rock star only adds to the fun. I have read many mixed reviews on this one, but it's worth reading!
Thank you to SMP Romance for the complimentary ebook.
A chance meeting between Lexi and Jake leads to a weekend together, but then he ghosts her. When he finally reappears, Lexi must decide if he's worth a second chance. I really enjoyed the characters and the story. The fact that Lexi is a chef and Jake is a rock star only adds to the fun. I have read many mixed reviews on this one, but it's worth reading!
Thank you to SMP Romance for the complimentary ebook.
Summer Nights and Meteorites by Hannah Reynolds
4.0
Book #65 read in 2024
I found this to be an extremely charming book. Not only were the characters, Jordan and Ethan, lovable, but they didn't fit into normal molds. I enjoyed how they were so supportive of each other and Jordan's dad. Plus, the research aspect of the discovery of Gibson's Comet made the story even more interesting. This is a great YA book to read and have on your shelves for students.
Thank you to Penguin Young Readers for the complimentary ebook.
I found this to be an extremely charming book. Not only were the characters, Jordan and Ethan, lovable, but they didn't fit into normal molds. I enjoyed how they were so supportive of each other and Jordan's dad. Plus, the research aspect of the discovery of Gibson's Comet made the story even more interesting. This is a great YA book to read and have on your shelves for students.
Thank you to Penguin Young Readers for the complimentary ebook.
Encore in Death by J.D. Robb
5.0
Book #64 read in 2024
I really enjoyed this case. I was surprised at how it turned out, but I couldn't wait for Eve and Peabody to nail the perp. There wasn't enough Roarke in this book for my taste, but I just like him a lot. The narration was amazing, as always!
I really enjoyed this case. I was surprised at how it turned out, but I couldn't wait for Eve and Peabody to nail the perp. There wasn't enough Roarke in this book for my taste, but I just like him a lot. The narration was amazing, as always!