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The Unbreakable Boy (by Scott LaRette)
This is a book that delves into the life of a boy, Austin, with major health issues. So it is not a light read. However, it was encouraging to read how Austin and his parents grow in their spiritual life. I think my biggest issue with the book is that I expected it to be more about Austin. Instead, you have to endure his dad’s whiny, selfish, and immature personality. I appreciated learning about Austin and his many challenges and experiencing the emotional and spiritual jour

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Class Clown: The Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass: How I Went 77 Years Without Growing Up (by Dave Barry)
I have read several books by the author, Dave Barry. And with each one, I went in expecting his humorous and snarky attitude. The title of this book caught my attention and I looked forward to learning more about his life and how it shaped him into the individual and comedic writer he is today. It was not my favorite book, but it did provide some background into his life. Thank you to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for my advanced review copy. All opinions and thoughts are my

Ms. Ladybug
Jan 81 min read
The Complete Eldercare Planner ~ Revised and Updated 4th Edition: Where to Start, Which Questions to Ask, and How to Find Help (by Joy Loverde)
As someone who has recently navigated the realm of eldercare, I wish I had had a copy of this book beforehand. The information provided...

Ms. Ladybug
Jul 14, 20251 min read
Please Don't Leave Me (by Michelle Clark)
I looked forward to reading this book and knew that it would tug at my heartstrings. It was an emotional read and while there were some...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 16, 20251 min read
The Zenith Man (by McCracken Poston, Jr.)
A different book than I normally read. It was a little too dry and matter of fact in the details, but I still enjoyed it. It was...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 15, 20251 min read
Propaganda Girls (by Lisa Rogak)
I really enjoy reading historical fiction books. This was a little different focus from my typical book in that genre and one I really...

Ms. Ladybug
Apr 7, 20251 min read
Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart (by Brian D. McLaren)
To be honest, I do not think I was the target audience for this book. I did not enjoy reading it and the dooms day prophecy was...

Ms. Ladybug
Feb 14, 20251 min read
The Girl Who Survived Auschwitz (by Sara Leibovits and Eti Elboim)
I enjoy reading historical fiction books, especially those that take place during WWII. This was a little different, though, in that it...

Ms. Ladybug
May 21, 20241 min read
Between Two Trailers (by J. Dana Trent)
I was looking forward to reading this book and was disappointed to discover that it did not appeal to me at all. It ended up being more...

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May 20, 20241 min read
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