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The Bitter Past ~ Porter Beck #1 (by Bruce Borgos)
I read the second Porter Beck book and when the opportunity presented itself to read the first book in the series, I knew I had to take...

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Jun 13, 20251 min read
The Love Haters (by Katherine Center)
I have loved several books by Katherine Center, but the last few have just left me wanting more. This one had too many facets that did...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 13, 20251 min read
Mademoiselle Eiffel (by Aimie K. Runyan)
I love reading historical fiction books. This one was a little different focus than my typical read. I enjoyed getting to know Claire and...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 13, 20251 min read
Betrayal at Blackthorn Park ~ Evelyne Redfern #2 (by Julia Kelly)
I love historical fiction books and especially those that are set during WWII. This was a little different focus for me in the way it...

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Jun 13, 20251 min read
The Book Club Hotel (by Sarah Morgan)
First of all, I should have known better than to try to read this book because it is a romance. And I just do not care for books whose...

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Jun 13, 20251 min read
The Season of Second Chances (by Kristina McMorris and T. Greenwood)
This actually is two short stories in one book. I think for that reason, the characters were not that well developed. I enjoy stories...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 13, 20251 min read
Letters from My Sister (by Valerie Fraser Luesse)
I have loved several books by the author, Valerie Fraser Luesse. However, this one did not appeal to me as much as others. I struggled...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 12, 20251 min read
The Forger of Marseille (by Linda Joy Myers)
I really enjoy reading historical fiction books that take place during WWII. This book was a different focus than what I have typically...

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Jun 12, 20251 min read
The All-American (by Susie Finkbeiner)
Unfortunately, I did not connect with this book. It was very predictable and did not catch my attention. In fact, it should probably be...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 12, 20251 min read
The Secrets of Good People (by Boo Walker)
After having finished the book, I have to say that I enjoyed “hearing” the history of the book and how it came to be written and...

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Jun 12, 20251 min read
Strangers in Time (by David Baldacci)
I love historical fiction that takes place during WWII. This one was a little different and I really enjoyed reading the book. It is a...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 12, 20251 min read
Raised by Wolves (by James Patterson and Emily Raymond)
This should really be touted as a young adult book. This was one of the James Patterson books that I am truly sorry I even tried to read....

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Jun 12, 20251 min read
The Lucky Shamrock (by Carolyn Brown)
While I am not a romance fan, this one did have some positive aspects to it that made up for the cringey love story parts. I loved...

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Jun 12, 20251 min read
The Ingredients of Happiness (by Lucy Burdette)
I have enjoyed the Key West Food Critic series so I looked forward to getting involved with the characters in this new series. However,...

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Jun 12, 20251 min read
Lenny Marks Gets Away with Murder (by Kerry Mayne)
I looked forward to reading this book, but I just never connected with the characters. Lenny was just too socially awkward and the...

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Jun 12, 20251 min read
Christmas with the Queen (by Hazel Gaynor)
I loved this delightful historical novel and the holiday focus it provided. I was able to listen to the audiobook version and the...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 12, 20251 min read
Dead Post Society ~ House-Flipper #7 (by Diane Kelly)
I have loved the books in the House-Flipper series by Diane Kelly. I actually read the 5th and 6th books before going back and reading...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 11, 20251 min read
Up from Dust (by Heather Kaufman)
This is an opportunity to revisit the story of Martha. The author does a good job of providing historical details. The focus was a little...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 11, 20251 min read
Fudge and Marriage ~ Candy-Coated #13 (by Nancy Coco)
I have loved all of the books I have read in the Candy-Coated series by Nancy Coco. They never fail to bring a smile to my face. There is...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 11, 20251 min read
The Glovemaker's Daughter (by Shari J. Ryan)
I really enjoy reading historical fiction books that take place during WWII. This one was an emotional read. And I typically enjoy books...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 11, 20251 min read
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