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Review: Getaway by Zoje Stage

Stage’s books are instant-buys or reads for me; her two previous novels (Baby Teeth and Wonderland) were chilling horror titles that left me reeling long after I finished read them. This novel is more of a psychological thriller, but it’s … Continue reading

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Review: Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy

I chose to read this novel as a palette cleanser of sorts, something to break up some of the darker thrillers I’ve been reading lately.  Within the first dozen pages or so, I knew I’d come across my first five-star … Continue reading

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Review: Friends and Strangers by J. Courtney Sullivan

I’ve been a fan of Sullivan’s work for some time. She excels at crafting dynamic, yet flawed characters and strong relationships. What she has crafted with Sam and Elisabeth is so real, so genuine. I quickly forgot they were fictional … Continue reading

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Review: Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid

In looking for my first book to read of 2020, I found many examples of praise and acclaim for this title.  The premise is certainly timely and I found myself quickly immersed in Emira’s story.  For all of her life, … Continue reading

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Review: Before She Was Found by Heather Gudenkauf

What a completely captivating read! I’m doing my best to leave most of the discovery up to the individual reader but it’s quite difficult to contain my interest in this book! I adore everything Gudenkauf has written. She excels at … Continue reading

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Review: The Au Pair by Emma Rous

I thought I had it all figured out when I started reading this title.  In some aspects I did…but Rous when far beyond what I could have ever expected! Told in alternating time periods (then, with Laura as the main … Continue reading

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