Reviews by Donna J. (Norwalk, CT)

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The Vanishing Place
by Zoë Rankin
Fear and isolation in the bush (6/22/2025)
My heart broke for the children and the misunderstandings and misperceptions that shaped their lives and affected their relationships. The dual timelines created suspense that kept building throughout the novel with a surprise identity towards the end. You can leave butmore
The Whyte Python World Tour: A Novel
by Travis Kennedy
Raucous Rock and Roll (4/15/2025)
It was a fun read with entertaining characters and humorous dialogue. It was an interesting premise for a covert operation if a bit unbelievable but it added to the absurd antics. There was a nostalgic view of metal (don‘t say hair) bands and some old school Cold War times.more
Making Friends Can Be Murder
by Kathleen West
Entertaining read (2/6/2025)
I read this in two nights! It had friendship, mystery, and a little romance with engaging characters. I found the idea of a multi-generational same name club that solved crimes an interesting premise and the author executed it well. At first the dates were a bit confusingmore
Jane and Dan at the End of the World
by Colleen Oakley
Fun Read (12/15/2024)
I enjoyed reading this book and found it engaging. The sense of humor throughout was similar to mine and had me laughing. If I could write a book, I imagine it with this type of writing. Some may find the light touch on a terrorist action to be disturbing. I am recommendingmore
Smothermoss
by Alisa Alering
Magical Mountain (5/23/2024)
I was not sure where the novel was going at first as it seemed to jump around but as I kept going, I found the writing lyrical and captivating. The development of the sisters and their relationship with each other and their environment (particularly the mountain) was moving.more
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