Category Archives: Review

Review: The Memory of Things by Gae Polisner

I must thank my good friend and blogging buddy, Kelly, for introducing me to this book. It’s unlikely that I would have come across this book had it not been for her raves about it! From the moment I started … Continue reading

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Audiobook Review: Be Frank With Me by Julia Claiborne Johnson

This was the perfect audio book to get me out of my reading slump!  What wonderful and dynamic characters!  Frank, bless his heart, was a character it is easy to love!  Though not formally diagnosed, his symptoms lean toward Asperger’s … Continue reading

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Review: Leave Me by Gayle Forman

Let me start out by saying this: I am the full-time working mom of two boys, now sixteen and eleven.  While I, and many others like me, have felt completely overwhelmed by life, responsibilities, and obligations, never have I contemplated … Continue reading

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Audiobook Review: The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henríquez

I cannot believe it’s taken me this long to read/listen to this book! So timely, even more perfect given the mood I was in when I started listening. I became instantly invested and dedicated to a series of individuals who … Continue reading

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Review: Harmony by Carolyn Parkhurst

What a truly remarkable novel, perhaps one of the best examinations of a family dealing with autism.  Parkhurst has first-hand knowledge of the subject matter, for her own son is on the spectrum.  This insider knowledge and experiences grants readers … Continue reading

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Review: Killfile by Christopher Farnsworth

What a fun, engaging, read!  John Smith is certainly a unique protagonist.  A former foster child with no memories of his parents, he spent his entire life attempting to come to terms with his hidden talent.  Imagine being in a … Continue reading

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Review: Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson

This is the sort of novel that packs a mighty punch, despite such a short page count.  Told in a unique method, in short, verse-like paragraphs, Another Brooklyn is the kind of book you carry around with you, sampling short bits … Continue reading

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Review: Behind Closed Doors by B. A. Paris

This title was one on my most anticipated books of August. I was intrigued by the praise it’s received already so I looked forward to reading it.  From the first pages it was captivating; Jack and Grace did seem to … Continue reading

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Review: After Anna by Alex Lake

I learned about this title during a Fall book preview webinar hosted by the publisher. Initially, I hesitated to pick it up. First, because of the premise.  As a mother myself, child abduction is one of my most horrific fears. … Continue reading

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Review: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch

Ever since I heard about Crouch writing another science fiction novel, my interest was piqued. I’m a longtime fan of his writing, long before the The Pines made its debut as Wayward Pines on television. Crouch is an incredibly talented writer, capable of creating … Continue reading

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