Review: The Lies I Tell by Julie Clark
Talk about a dazzling mystery. The Lies I Tell kept me on the edge of my seat, questioning what I believed to be true.
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Review: Runaway Groomsman by Meghan Quinn
There’s something wonderful about small town romances. I’m always comforted by a supportive community where everyone knows each other and pitches in to help those in need, and I look forward to meeting the quirky residents. Runaway Groomsman has all that, plus heartfelt vibes and a slow build, wholesome love story.
Review: A Little Too Close by Rebecca Yarros
A Little Too Close is one of those rare books that has conflict without an antagonist. Even without a “bad guy” I stayed interested in the struggles of the main character throughout, and I found this to be an exceptionally enjoyable story.
Review: A Little Too Late by Sarina Bowen
Someone, please book me a trip to Madigan Mountain, STAT! I don’t even ski, but A Little Too Late has me envisioning a vacation on a snowy mountain ski resort, snowboarding down the bunny slope, a big mug of hot chocolate with marshmallows cupped in my hands, and a soak in a glorious hot tub at the end of the day. I feel like I became part of Madigan Mountain, and I’m homesick now.
Review: Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood
On the heels of Ali Hazelwood’s breakout hit,The Love Hypothesis, Love on the Brain had a lot to live up to. I’m pleased to say that while I didn’t love it as much, Love on the Brain is still quite enjoyable. I like how Hazelwood portrays women in STEM as quirky and fun. It seems to be her storytelling signature, and it’s right up my alley.
Review: Memories of a Life by Jewel E. Ann
I enjoyed Memories of a Life far more than the first book, where my issues with the main character overshadowed my appreciation of the story.
Review: Pieces of a Life by Jewel E. Ann
This hurts. I don’t think I’ve ever rated a Jewel E. Ann book less than four stars. After all, she is probably my favorite author. I love how she mixes humor with gut-wrenching emotions. Pieces of a Life isn’t bad, but it is missing Jewel E. Ann’s signature sparkle.
Audiobook Review: Thank You for Listening by Julia Whelan
As someone who listens to audiobooks regularly, I was in heaven listening to Thank You for Listening. I mean, does it get any better than an audiobook about an audio narrator who falls for her co-narrator sight unseen? The only thing that could top that was if the book was written and narrated by one of my favorite narrators, Julia Whelan. Mission accomplished!
Review: Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Carrie freaking Soto. That’s it. That’s the review. I’ve long been drawn to Taylor Jenkins Reid’s strong female protagonists, but Carrie Soto is simply remarkable. Living inside her mind was an exhilarating experience.
Review: I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston
I rarely read Young Adult, but I Kissed Shara Wheeler has a premise I couldn’t pass up. Mystery, an elaborate scavenger hunt, and identity crises galore.
Review: Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
I’m going to cut to the chase; I was utterly bored by Red, White & Royal Blue. It received a ton of accolades, so I really think this is a case of it-must-just-be-me.
Audiobook Review: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
It is hard to believe that Lessons in Chemistry is Bonnie Garmus’s debut novel. This thoughtful, emotional, and clever story is easily one of the best books I’ve read this year.