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Kilt Dead by Kaitlyn Dunnett
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Cozy Mystery by Kaitlyn so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I throughly enjoyed this one especially since the background of Scotland and Kilts was described very well.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Liss, Margaret and Dan were definitely my favorites.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Maine while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall an excellent Book 1 in this Cozy Mystery Series!! Can't wait to read Book 2 very soon!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Cozy Mystery by Kaitlyn so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I throughly enjoyed this one especially since the background of Scotland and Kilts was described very well.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Liss, Margaret and Dan were definitely my favorites.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Maine while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall an excellent Book 1 in this Cozy Mystery Series!! Can't wait to read Book 2 very soon!!
The Wraith's Return by Raemi A. Ray
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Thank you to Raemi A Ray for sending me this FREE Complimentary Paperback Copy to promote and review for her as part of the Book 2 Release.
This was only My 2nd Time reading a Mystery Thriller Novel by her let alone in a Series and I have to say this one was even more enjoyable than Book 1 was.
This book had everything I was expecting. Just imagine if you read a book based on Law and Order, Blue Bloods and NYPD Blue all in one book THIS would be THE Book.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. At first it was hard to choose a favorite but as the story continued Kyra and Chase easily became my favorites especially since I really enjoyed their witty banter and connections to each other. You can easily say by the end I was shipping them.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Martha's Vineyard while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Phenomenal Book 2 in this Mystery/Thriller Series!! Can't wait to read more by Raemi in the future!!
Review:
Thank you to Raemi A Ray for sending me this FREE Complimentary Paperback Copy to promote and review for her as part of the Book 2 Release.
This was only My 2nd Time reading a Mystery Thriller Novel by her let alone in a Series and I have to say this one was even more enjoyable than Book 1 was.
This book had everything I was expecting. Just imagine if you read a book based on Law and Order, Blue Bloods and NYPD Blue all in one book THIS would be THE Book.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. At first it was hard to choose a favorite but as the story continued Kyra and Chase easily became my favorites especially since I really enjoyed their witty banter and connections to each other. You can easily say by the end I was shipping them.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Martha's Vineyard while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Phenomenal Book 2 in this Mystery/Thriller Series!! Can't wait to read more by Raemi in the future!!
You Are Blessed, Blessed . . . Blessed: A Four-Week Guided Experience for Individuals and Groups by Missy Robertson
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Thank you to Tyndale Publishing for picking me to win this FREE Copy to promote and review for them last year.
As many know, back in 2011
My Dad and I used to watch Duck Dynasty Faithful every week since it aired on A&E and then when it got canceled we would look for books based on their lives after the show.
Even tho I've lost My Dad I still enjoy reading anything by The Robertson Family and this book was no exception.
The Lessons, Bible Verse and Exercises were wonderful in teaching us to feel and embrace the blessings that God gives us each day.
Overall a Fun and enjoyable Devotional!! Can't wait to read more by Tyndale in the future!!
Review:
Thank you to Tyndale Publishing for picking me to win this FREE Copy to promote and review for them last year.
As many know, back in 2011
My Dad and I used to watch Duck Dynasty Faithful every week since it aired on A&E and then when it got canceled we would look for books based on their lives after the show.
Even tho I've lost My Dad I still enjoy reading anything by The Robertson Family and this book was no exception.
The Lessons, Bible Verse and Exercises were wonderful in teaching us to feel and embrace the blessings that God gives us each day.
Overall a Fun and enjoyable Devotional!! Can't wait to read more by Tyndale in the future!!
Vanishing Act by Fern Michaels
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Even tho this was only the 4th Novel ive read by Fern this one was definately my favorite by far.
Review:
Even tho this was only the 4th Novel ive read by Fern this one was definately my favorite by far.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Loved the witty banter between the sisters it definately made the storyline more enjoyable.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in the book while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Fun Book 15 in this Mystery Series. Can't wait to read more by Fern in the future!!
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
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dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
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tense
medium-paced
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Since it had been over 10 years since I last read this Classic I thought this year was appropriate to Reread it.
This book still touches me deeply and brings tears to my eyes as it did the first time I read it.
It's heartbreaking what happened to Anne and her family which never should of happened but sadly it did.
Overall a great Classic to read for everyone no matter what you're Political and Religious Views are.
Review:
Since it had been over 10 years since I last read this Classic I thought this year was appropriate to Reread it.
This book still touches me deeply and brings tears to my eyes as it did the first time I read it.
It's heartbreaking what happened to Anne and her family which never should of happened but sadly it did.
Overall a great Classic to read for everyone no matter what you're Political and Religious Views are.
Low Pressure by Sandra Brown
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
This was only the 3rd Novel ive read by Sandra so I wasnt sure what to expect since each of her books has a different theme even tho most of them are in the same genre but this one was so fun to read with so many twists and turns it always had me second guessing who the killer.
Review:
This was only the 3rd Novel ive read by Sandra so I wasnt sure what to expect since each of her books has a different theme even tho most of them are in the same genre but this one was so fun to read with so many twists and turns it always had me second guessing who the killer.
The Characters were interesting to read about. Bellamy and Dent were definately my favorites especially with the witty banter between them. Reminded me of the TV Show Bones (If you know, then YOU KNOW).
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Georgia while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Fast paced yet fun Thriller about a Sister who was killed during Tornado Season.
Creating a Life with God: The Call of Ancient Prayer Practices by Daniel Wolpert
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars
Review:
Thank you to Team Speakeasy for sending me this FREE Copy to promote and review for Daniel as part of their Review Crew earlier this year.
This was my first time reading a Spiritual Book by Daniel so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one. The Prayer Exercises were very helpful which I'm looking forward to using them in my daily and nightly Prayers.
Overall a Good and Helpful Non-Fiction Book. Can't wait to read more by Daniel in the future!!
Review:
Thank you to Team Speakeasy for sending me this FREE Copy to promote and review for Daniel as part of their Review Crew earlier this year.
This was my first time reading a Spiritual Book by Daniel so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one. The Prayer Exercises were very helpful which I'm looking forward to using them in my daily and nightly Prayers.
Overall a Good and Helpful Non-Fiction Book. Can't wait to read more by Daniel in the future!!
Wish You Were Here by Rita Mae Brown
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Cozy Mystery by Rita so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one, more than I thought I would.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. It was hard to pick just one since I seemed to like all of the Characters.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in the book while reading especially when the mystery was being solved.
Overall a Good Book 1 in this Cozy Mystery Series. Can't wait to read Book 2 very soon!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Cozy Mystery by Rita so I wasnt sure what to expect but I have to say I really enjoyed this one, more than I thought I would.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. It was hard to pick just one since I seemed to like all of the Characters.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in the book while reading especially when the mystery was being solved.
Overall a Good Book 1 in this Cozy Mystery Series. Can't wait to read Book 2 very soon!!
Vaulting Through Time by Nancy McCabe
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Thank you to Books Forward for sending me this FREE ARC Copy to promote and review for Nancy as part of their Book Tour next week.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Elizabeth and Zach were definately my favorites especially when their were so eager to find out the secret behind Time Travel and who Elizabeth's Father was.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Bradford PA while reading especially since Bradford isn't that far from me.
I do wish this was part of a series because i'd LOVE to see what other Time Travel adventures Elizabeth and Zach will go on next.
Overall a fun and enjoyable YA Science Fiction Novel!! Can't wait to read more by Nancy in the future!!
Review:
Thank you to Books Forward for sending me this FREE ARC Copy to promote and review for Nancy as part of their Book Tour next week.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Elizabeth and Zach were definately my favorites especially when their were so eager to find out the secret behind Time Travel and who Elizabeth's Father was.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in Bradford PA while reading especially since Bradford isn't that far from me.
I do wish this was part of a series because i'd LOVE to see what other Time Travel adventures Elizabeth and Zach will go on next.
Overall a fun and enjoyable YA Science Fiction Novel!! Can't wait to read more by Nancy in the future!!
A Rip Through Time by Kelley Armstrong
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Rating: 4.5 Stars!!
Review:
This was my first time reading a Historical Fiction Novel let alone in a series by Kelley so I wasnt sure what to expect but for the most part I enjoyed this one but could of did without the swearing. Something 8ve never cared for in Books.
Review:
This was my first time reading a Historical Fiction Novel let alone in a series by Kelley so I wasnt sure what to expect but for the most part I enjoyed this one but could of did without the swearing. Something 8ve never cared for in Books.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. It was hard to pick just one as my favorite since I seemed to like all the characters.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in 2019 and 1869 Scotland Yard while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Good Book 1 in this Historical Mystery Series!! Can't wait to read Book 2 very soon!!