5 Star Reads
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Book Review: A Very Woodsy Murder: A Golden Motel Mystery by Ellen Byron
I couldn’t wait to get my hands on Ellen Byron’s newest mystery, A Very Woodsy Murder, so I was delighted when I was able to read an ARC from Netgalley & Kensington Publishing. Today is publication day which means you too can grab a copy of this five star mystery, the first in a new… Continue reading
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Virtual Book Tour & Book Review & #Giveaway: One of You (Tower District Mysteries) by Lorie Lewis Ham
Welcome to my stop on the Great Escapes Virtual Book Tour for One of You (Tower District Mysteries) by Lorie Lewis Ham! Today we are featuring a review of book two in this mystery series. Stop by each blog on the tour for interviews, guest posts, spotlights, reviews, and more! It’s a great way to… Continue reading
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Five Star Audiobooks: April, May, June 2024
I love audiobooks and listen to so many each month. I love being able to get book time when I’m at the grocery store or folding laundry. Here are 8 I gave FIVE STARS April – June of 2024. To see which audiobooks earned five stars January – March of 2024, click here. Playing It… Continue reading
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Mid-year 2024 Favorites
I’ve read 171 books as of June 30, 2024, 40 of those earning 5 stars. I’ve narrowed it down to my top ten mid-year favorites! James by Percival Everett The Dearly Beloved by Cara Wall A Body on the Doorstep by Marty Wingate The Underground Library by Jennifer Ryan The River We Remember by William… Continue reading
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Book Review: When I Was Alice by Jennifer Murgia
When I Was Alice by Jennifer Murgia Historical Mystery 320 Pages CamCat Books June 25, 2024 Wow! I read this book in one day! 21 year old Grace Brighton is beside herself with worry for her brother as he lies in a coma after a car accident. One night in desperation she climbs the famous… Continue reading
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June 2024 Five Star Reads
Where did June go? While I’m not a fan of the blazing hot temperatures, I love summertime and the extra time with my family. And of course I love summer reading. In June 2024 I read 28 books,11 of those were audiobooks. Here are my favorite reads of the month: The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center… Continue reading
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The Sunday Salon: June 16, 2024
Happy Sunday! Deb Nance at Readerbuzz hosts The Sunday Salon, and I’m joining in! Favorite Read of the Week: I post reviews on Instagram and Goodreads. What have you read this week? Locked in Pursuit (Electra McDonnell #4) by Ashley Weaver – not a lot of sit down and read time this week, so I’m… Continue reading
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Kate Rock Book Tours: If We Ever Get There: A Novel Paperback by Laura Barrow (Book Review)
I’m especially excited to feature If We Ever Get There: A Novel Paperback by Laura Barrow thanks to Kate Rock Book Tours. From the author of Call the Canaries Home comes the heartwarming tale of two generations of women struggling to find their way…until the voice of Patsy Cline shines a light. If We Ever… Continue reading
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Virtual Book Tour & Book Review & #Giveaway: Kill or Bee Killed (A Bee Keeping Mystery) by Jennie Marts
Welcome to my stop on the Great Escapes Virtual Book Tour for Kill or Bee Killed (A Bee Keeping Mystery) by Jennie Marts! Today we are featuring a review of book two in this cozy mystery series. Stop by each blog on the tour for interviews, guest posts, spotlights, reviews, and more! It’s a great… Continue reading
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Book Review: The Summer Escape by Jill Shalvis
Thank you to @avonbooks and @netgalley for the earc of The Summer Escape by Jill Shalvis (book six in the Sunrise Cove series–quick note: all of these books can be read as standalones, in any order. The series is tied together by the same beautiful setting, but has different characters in each. And can I… Continue reading
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Welcome! I started my career as a children’s librarian, later becoming a public library director and now I’m a stay at home mom. While my career might have changed, my love of reading has been a constant since I was in 4th grade, and I read over 200 books a year. I love talking about books and connecting readers of all ages with just the right book. Thanks for reading!
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