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The Witches at the End of the World
The Witches at the End of the World
by Chelsea Iversen
So much potential; but fell flat (9/1/2023)
This novel had all the potential for a good "witchy" book. Unfortunately, for me it fell flat.

The two main characters (sisters) were unlikeable and whiny. It was somewhat clever how opposite they were and how they sort of changed rolls toward the end. However, it was told …more
Hotel Cuba
Hotel Cuba: A Novel
by Aaron Hamburger
Historical Fiction: Immigration 1920s (4/18/2023)
I had such hight hopes for this book, as I think the concept was fantastic. Unfortunately, there were too many places throughout the novel where things fell flat.

What I did enjoy was the author's attention to research regarding the time period/locations/circumstances/ …more
Wade in the Water
Wade in the Water: A Novel
by Nyani Nkrumah
Page Turner (12/17/2022)
This book was remarkable! The characters were well developed with troubled back stories and promising futures.
Ella, a sassy and witty child, coupled with Miss St. James, a woman who is trying to make a wrong, right make quite the duo.
The novel takes you on an emotional …more
One's Company
One's Company: A Novel
by Ashley Hutson
Bizarre...In A Good Way (5/19/2022)
Wow! This was like nothing I have ever read. A completely bizarre story that kept me turning the pages just to see how it would end. I enjoyed the nostalgic feeling of the "Three's Company" vibe. In fact, I watched the show a few times while I was reading the book.

I think …more
Daughter of the Reich
Daughter of the Reich: A Novel
by Louise Fein
A Different Perspective (4/5/2020)
This novel offered a different perspective on Nazi-Germany. Often times we read about Jews who were persecuted and their suffering in concentration camps. Here we see several perspectives: steadfast Nazis, compassionate by-standers, innocent Jewish people, and the daughter …more
The Sun Down Motel
The Sun Down Motel
by Simone St. James
Exciting! (11/29/2019)
The Sun Down Motel was an exciting read! I enjoyed both Viv and Carly's characters as the book switched from 1982 to 2017. They were both strong, determined women who were fearless in their quest for the truth. The story was steeped in mystery and suspense. For anyone who …more
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