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Title: The Stroke of WinterAuthor: Wendy WebbGenre: Contemporary fiction, murder mystery, gothic romanceYear Published: November 1, 2022 Date Started: October 22, 2022Date finished: November 1, 2022 This story about a woman named Tess who wants to restore a home that belonged to her family. She learns some mysterious things about the house and the people... Continue Reading →
Title: To Dream of ShadowsAuthor: Steve N. LeeGenre: Historical Fiction; War Story; RomanceYear Published: April 16, 2023 Date Started: April 10, 2023Date finished: April 14, 2023 This is a story about bravery, compassion, and love. Two people, an SS soldier and a Jewish woman transferred to his camp, are put in a tough place and... Continue Reading →
Title: The Story of HumanityAuthor: Ishi NobuGenre: NonfictionYear Published: September 26, 2022 Date Started: November 14, 2022Date finished: November 18, 2022 This is a fascinating book about the beginning of humanity and all the things humans have done to destroy themselves and the planet. It provides a ton of insights into everything that’s happened in... Continue Reading →
Title: Funny BonesAuthor: Dr. David FriedmanGenre: Nonfiction, HumorYear Published: October 18, 2022 Date Started: December 14, 2022Date finished: December 17, 2022 This was a fun and interesting read. Dr. Friedman sounds like a great person with a great sense of humor. He even seems to bring out the humor in his patients. Some of the... Continue Reading →
Title: When All Else FailsAuthor: Mark LagesGenre: Nonfiction; Memoir; AutobiographyYear Published: March 24, 2023 Date Started: April 3, 2023Date finished: April 9, 2023 This is a memoir of sort about the author, Mark Lages. There’s a bit of autobiography and researched information throughout the story as well. However, overall, I’d say it leans more toward... Continue Reading →
Title: GallantAuthor: V.E. SchwabGenre: Fantasy; YAYear Published: March 1, 2022 Date Started: December 23, 2022Date finished: December 24, 2022 This is a young adult story about a girl named Olivia Prior who grew up in an orphanage. One day she learns she has a relative and was asked to return home. When she goes to... Continue Reading →
Title: The Rich OneAuthor: N.O. OneGenre: Fiction; SmutYear Published: April 21, 2022 Date Started: April 2, 2023Date finished: April 3, 2023 This story is about a woman named River who goes by the name Rose in her job as a call girl. River is a bit confusing because she can’t decide if she still wants... Continue Reading →
Title: Light to the HillsAuthor: Bonnie BlaylockGenre: Historical Fiction, Women’s FictionYear Published: December 1, 2022 (physical book) Date Started: November 20, 2022Date finished: November 23, 2022 This is a book about the women during the Great Depression when jobs were scarce, and the men were already struggling to care for their families. The main character... Continue Reading →
Title: VedientirAuthor: Ivan HladniGenre: Fantasy, Epic FantasyYear Published: April 25, 2019 Date Started: March 25, 2023Date finished: April 2, 2023 This story follows Dion and his adventure through different kingdoms to find soldiers who would help him fight the enemy. This is a fast-paced epic fantasy with creatures and a cute young dragon. The overall... Continue Reading →
Title: And I Love You Still…A Thoughtful Guide and Remembrance Journal for Healing the Loss of a PetAuthor: Julianne CorbinGenre: Nonfiction; Self-help; PetsYear Published: January 12, 2020 Date Started: March 30, 2023Date finished: April 2, 2023 This book has two parts to it. The book itself is not split into two parts, but rather, it’s... Continue Reading →
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