book-reviews
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Book Review: A Cyclist’s Guide to Crime and Croissants (A Cyclist’s Guide to Mystery, Book 1) by Ann Claire

I had read and enjoyed Dead and Gondola (Christie Bookshop, #1) by Ann Claire, so when I saw she had a new book out, I knew I wanted to give it a read. Thank you to @kensingtonbooks and @btc_books for the opportunity to read a copy of A Cyclist’s Guide to Crime and Croissants – Continue reading
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Book Review: Murder at the Rusty Anchor (Cozy Capers Book Group Mystery 6) by Maddie Day

Murder at the Rusty Anchor is book six in Maddie Day’s Cozy Capers Book Group Mystery series, and I grabbed this on audio since the summer time to sit down and read time seems to be less this year. This series features bike shop owner Mackenzie “Mac” Almeida and her cozy book club friends. This 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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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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Book Review: The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center

A HUGE thank you to @macmillan.audio and @netgalley for the audio arc of The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center narrated by Patti Murin. I loved this book with my WHOLE heart, and it was absolutely delightful as an audiobook. I kept looking around my kitchen, looking for things I needed to clean so I could keep Continue reading
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Book Review: Every Time I Go On Vacation, Someone Dies by Catherine Mack

Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies is book one in Catherine Mack’s new series The Vacation Mysteries and I loved it! It was a billion degrees in STL and that was the day I decided to plant flowers. Thankfully I had Mack’s new book in my ears and I was totally entertained. This Continue reading
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Summers at the Saint by Mary Kay Andrews: Book Review

It’s publication day for Summers at the Saint by Mary Kay Andrews! Grab your copy now as you don’t want to miss another mesmerizing tale by Andrews – a perfect way to kick off the summer reading season. I am an Andrews completist – I adore her writing and her newest did not disappoint. St. Continue reading
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5 Star Audio Books: January – March 2024

I love audiobooks and listen to so many each month. I love being able to get book time in when I’m at the grocery store or folding laundry. Here are three I gave FIVE STARS January – March of 2024. Bluff by Michael Kardos Thank you once again to Amy Allen Clark @momadvice for selecting Continue reading
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Can’t-Wait Wednesday Selection April 10, 2024: Love at First Book by Jenn McKinlay

Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they’re books that have yet to be released. It’s based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine. Here’s my Can’t-Wait Wednesday Selection for Continue reading
About Me
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!

