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Review: The Fireman by Joe Hill

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Jenn

I don’t think I need to remind you of my love of anything Joe Hill writes, correct? I’ve read most everything this brilliantly talented author has written, including all of his graphic novels. When I learned the premise of this most recent … Continue reading →

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Review: Girls on Fire by Robin Wasserman

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Jenn

As I read the final pages of this book, all the expletives came flowing from me. That’s not a complaint, it’s praise.  Never did I imagine or predict what control and power this title held over me. I found myself … Continue reading →

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Review: Wilde Lake by Laura Lippman

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Jenn

A long time fan of Lippman’s work, I respect how her thrillers not only revolve around a mysterious crime or death, but also have a flavor of social commentary.  In this case, she reflects upon mental illness, the treatment of … Continue reading →

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Review: The Secrets of Flight by Maggie Leffler

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Jenn

From the moment I read the premise of this book, I knew I had to read it. Through various other novels, I have learned of the multitude of ways women were called to duty while men fought in the war. … Continue reading →

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Review: Most Wanted by Lisa Scottoline

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Jenn

The premise of this novel most certainly captivated me.  So many thoughts came flooding through my head as I read, including the concept of nature versus nurture. Would I be able to carry a child knowing its father was a … Continue reading →

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Review: The Year We Turned Forty by Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Jenn

I’m not too far from celebrating my fortieth birthday.  We all look back on the lives we’ve made for ourselves, questioning our decisions.  Would we take the chance, if given, to alter the decisions we’ve made?  This is something I … Continue reading →

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Review: Wonder Woman at Super Hero High by Lisa Yee

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Jenn

Where was this book when I was growing up? I’m thrilled to see the increased focus of super heroes for young girls in today’s society. Sure, we have far to go to catch up, but this new series of books, … Continue reading →

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Review: The Darkest Corners by Kara Thomas

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Jenn

There’s a lot going on in this book! Tessa has been dealt an awful card in life. Her father’s in prison, her mother and sister abandoned her.  The girl who was once her closest friend is now a raging teenage … Continue reading →

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Review: A Murder in Time by Julie McElwain

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Jenn

No reason to hold back, there is nothing about this book I didn’t enjoy! It captures so much of everything I love in fiction, into one beautifully wrapped package.  Time travel, suspense, romance, history…this novel genuinely has it all.  Imagine … Continue reading →

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Review: Three-Martini Lunch by Suzanne Rindell

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Jenn

When I heard of this novels pending release, I squealed with delight. I’m still talking about Rindell’s previous novel, The Other Typist. My adoration of that novel, and the premise of this one, made it a given that I’d start reading this … Continue reading →

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