Before I begin with this review, please note that there is a trigger warning: child abuse. My library always has a display of books that are new to the rotation. I love heading over there every time I pick up …
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Story: I’ll Be Your Blue Sky is a story about Clare and Edith. Connected through a single conversation, Edith gives Clare the confidence to leave her stifling fiancé on their wedding day. Shortly after, Clare learns of Edith’s death when …
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This novel is about identity, growing up, complicated relationships, and wandering the country to discover and rectify old secrets, among other things. I thought it was really well done! In The Lauras, Alex’s mom pulls Alex out of bed in …
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Review: The Daughters of Ireland by Santa Montefiore
by Beckyby BeckySPOILER ALERT! This book is part of a series and does contain minor spoilers! Please read at your own risk! Why: This is the second book of a trilogy and I LOVED the first book, The Girl in the Castle! …
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I wasn’t thinking about rescue when my grandmother’s letter came — Among the Lesser Gods, Margo Catts. You know you’re in for a good read when the first line captures your attention. I’m reminded of the importance of first lines …
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Review Roundup: June Edition
by Aubreyby AubreyIt’s been a busy few months for me, but I’ve still been reading quite a bit — thank goodness for audiobooks! Here’s what I think of the books I’ve been reading lately; there are a few lemons but several truly …
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You may not know this, but LQ Janna and I are real-life BFFs. Even though I live in Iceland, we’re in constant contact via messages, snaps, and — you guessed it — books! Books are a great way to stay …
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Oh my goodness, how I loved this book! I hope Dane Huckelbridge writes more fiction, because I will definitely read it. Castle of Water is the story of castaways on a desert island. Sound cliche? In this novel, it’s not at …
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Review: All That is Solid Melts into Air by Carole Giangrande
by Beckyby BeckyWhy: To be frank, I don’t exactly know why I decided to read All That is Solid Melts into Air. The title caught my eye, I read the book jacket, and despite not normally reading contemporary fiction, it got my …
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In his debut novel, Rich and Pretty, Rumaan Alam presents a curious exploration of life-long friendship. Lauren Brooks meets Sarah Thomas when they’re both eleven. It’s Lauren’s first day at a fancy New York City prep school. Her parents have scrimped and sacrificed to …