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Schooled in Murder ~ Campus Sleuth #1 (by Victoria Gilbert)
I have loved the books in the Blue Ridge Library series by Victoria Gilbert. So when I saw that she was releasing a book in a new series, I was excited at the opportunity to read it. Unfortunately, I was disappointed. I did not feel that the characters were appealing and they did not help me care about them. The murder mystery was well developed, but I felt like it could provide much more and encourage me to actually be invested in the story. Hopefully the next book in this s

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Nov 8, 20251 min read
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The Girl from Devil's Lake ~ Joanna Brady #21 (by J. A. Jance)
I love several of the J. A. Jance series and Joanna Brady is one of my favorites. Having read all but two of the books in the series (which I am hoping to read soon!), I have loved getting to know Joanna, her family, and her family within the sheriff’s department. Watching her grow and mature as a mother, wife, and sheriff has been interesting. Her willingness to step into the fray with her officers is admirable. When you open up a J. A. Jance book and absorb the first word o

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Oct 19, 20251 min read
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The Devil's Cut ~ Detective Corstorphine #2 (by Andrew James Greig)
I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in the Detective Corstorphine series. I was looking forward to continuing with the next book, but was...

Ms. Ladybug
Jul 29, 20251 min read
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The Bone Clock ~ Detective Corstorphine #1 (by Andrew James Greig)
This is the first book I have read by the author, Andrew James Greig. I really enjoyed this first one of the Detective Corstorphine...

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Jul 29, 20251 min read
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Fire and Bones ~ Temperance Brennan #23 (by Kathy Reichs)
I am a huge fan of the Temperance Brennan series by Kathy Reichs. When you open the cover and start absorbing the words, you will be in...

Ms. Ladybug
Jul 20, 20251 min read
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Holmes is Missing ~ Holmes, Margaret & Poe #2
I enjoyed the first book in the Holmes, Marple, and Poe series. So I was excited at the opportunity to read the second book. The...

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Jul 16, 20251 min read
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The Unraveling of Julia (by Lisa Scottoline)
When you open up the latest release from author, Lisa Scottoline, be prepared for a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Murder, an unexpected...

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Jul 16, 20251 min read
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Misty Blue Malice ~ Hadley Home Design #6 (by Emily Oberton)
I have loved the books in the Hadley Home Design series. The characters are well developed and the mystery will have you drawn into the...

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Jul 8, 20251 min read
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The Flower Sisters (by Michelle Collins Anderson)
I enjoy reading historical fiction books. This one was a different focus than those I typically read. Based in 1928 and 1978, you will...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 18, 20251 min read
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Lost Hours ~ Alaska Wild #5 (by Paige Shelton)
I have only read a few books in this series, but have since gone back and purchased the audiobook versions of the ones I have not read...

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Jun 18, 20251 min read
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Last Night (by Luanne Rice)
This was a very enjoyable read. The characters are well developed and the clues are threaded throughout the book to keep you guessing...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 18, 20251 min read
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Dogged Pursuit ~ Andy Carpenter #31 (by David Rosenfelt)
When I open up an Andy Carpenter book, I know I am in for a treat! And I love the narrator, Grover Gardner. He just adds so much to the...

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Jun 18, 20251 min read
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The English Masterpiece (by Katherine Reay)
Have you ever spoken and immediately wished you could call back the words? Well, that is exactly what happens with Lily. I appreciate...

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Jun 18, 20251 min read
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My Father Always Finds Corpses (by Lee Hollis)
I was excited to read the first book in a new series by Lee Hollis. I have loved books I have read in the Hayley Powell Food and...

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Jun 16, 20251 min read
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The Blue Horse (by Bruce Borgos)
Oh my goodness! Every time I pick up a Porter Beck book, I know I am in for a roller coaster ride of emotions. From the second you open...

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Jun 16, 20251 min read
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The Language of the Birds (by K. A. Merson)
I definitely was not the target audience for this book. It is geared more toward young adult readers. I appreciated the puzzles and...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 14, 20251 min read
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Everyone is Lying (by D. E. White)
I looked forward to reading this book and exploring the story of a young woman struggling to keep her secrets in the past hidden. While...

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Jun 14, 20251 min read
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Cross My Heart (by Megan Collins)
This book was an interesting read. I was drawn into the story based on the fact that Rosie received a heart transplant. (I have a friend...

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Jun 14, 20251 min read
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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...

Ms. Ladybug
Jun 13, 20251 min read
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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
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