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annahenke

annahenke

Joined April 2016

I live between the pages.
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Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
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Murtagh: The World of Eragon by Christopher Paolini
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Bellewether by Susanna Kearsley
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Winterkeep by Kristin Cashore
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Dracula by Bram Stoker
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The Last Odyssey by James Rollins
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What a joy to do a full reread of this series before I get into the newly released “Murtagh”. Such a childhood favorite and holds up well! #reread #audio

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Great prompt for #threelistthursday @dabbe 📚

1. The Lincoln Highway
2. Harry Potter series
3. Eragon series

dabbe I'm making a list, checking it twice, and I'll make it available to all whether naughty or nice! Thanks for sharing. 💚💙💚 4d
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I‘m rereading this series in prep for the new book just released from the World of Eragon: Murtagh. I absolutely adored these books when I first read them years ago and they hold up well in rereading. They are sort of Tolkien-light, but as long as you aren‘t a snob that‘s not a bad thing. I highly recommend the audiobooks narrated by Gerard Doyle. He does a magnificent job portraying these characters.

MeJeMiller Just finished Murtagh. It was good 2mo
annahenke @MeJeMiller oh that‘s exciting! 2mo
MeganAnn I love these too! My son just got Murtagh for Christmas. He recently finished the third book and is loving them so far. I am contemplating a reread of the others before diving into the new one too. 2mo
annahenke @MeganAnn highly recommend - they hold up very well! 5d
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Fourth Wing | Rebecca Yarros
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Wow. I put off reading this for a while, because I was not sure if it would live up to the hype x but I was way wrong. This was riveting, sexy, and so much fun! Dragons, magic, romance, and war. A great mix in my book. The writing is propulsive and I literally could not put this down. When I finally made time to focus on it, I read this almost in one sitting - staying up until 3am. Reading experiences like that are a treat! What a gift!

RebelReader I felt exactly the same about this one. It was my first book of 2024. 2mo
RebL Same and @RebelReader same. 2mo
CaramelLunacy I was wary because of the hype, but really enjoyed this one. 2mo
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Fascinating and remarkably human. I am such a fan of Kate Quinn‘s novels, and this was no exception. I will say this was more raw and visceral than some of her other works, but that‘s not a bad thing. While this spy story is thrilling, it feels incredibly real. The characters were amazing in this - such great development of even the smallest parts. I appreciate that. And the story was unputdownable. Highly recommend this book and this author. ✍️

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The Year in Review | Freedom Forum Media Studies Center
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Definitely not the most I‘ve ever read but really enjoyed the year overall.

My two favorite books were Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus and A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. Both new authors to me and just blown away! In third place was Kate Quinn‘s historical novels in general. I fell in love with them this year.

Cheers to more reading adventures in 2024. I‘ve set a goal of 100 books this year!

Ruthiella Awesome job! 👍 3mo
TieDyeDude 💪🎉 3mo
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This was such a delight to reread in anticipation of the new Inheritance Cycle book Murtagh. Can‘t believe how well it holds up!

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The Rose Code | Kate Quinn
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1. Yes, I had a goal to reach 100 books and I‘m ninety percent there.
2. The Rose Code by Kate Quinn - tagged
3. The Fourth wing

Bluebird Congrats! 🥳 3mo
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How the Dukes Stole Christmas: A Holiday Romance Anthology | Sarah MacLean, Tessa Dare, Sophie Jordan, Joanna Shupe Sophie Jordan
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#wintergames #teamreindeergames loved this collection of Christmas novellas from some of my favorite historical romance authors.

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#wintergames #teamreindeergames finished this children‘s classic for the umpteenth time - I always read it around Christmas!

26 pts.

mabell How cozy! 3mo
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The Winter Palace | Eva Stachniak
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Angelology | Danielle Trussoni
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#wintergames #teamreindeergames #dailyphotochallenge #angel

Here is my favorite angel - I‘ve had her since I was young. I still put her on my tree every year even though she‘s tiny!

robinb She‘s gorgeous! 💙 3mo
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#wintergames #teamreindeergames I watched one of my favorites - the pilot episode of Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman last night. So heartwarming. 6 pts.

@liseworks @kezzlou85 @jessclark78 @karons1 @toriestories @matchlessmarie @aperfectmjk @clwojick @staycurious @bluebird

robinb Oh that brings back memories! I was a diehard fan. 😊 3mo
sblbooks I love that episode! Actually, I love all the Christmas episodes. 3mo
annahenke @robinb my mom and I used to watch when I was little! Now we have the DVDs. 3mo
annahenke @sblbooks oh so do I! 3mo
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On A Night Like This by Liz Maverick. I liked this short audio novella - a cute Hanukkah romance. #wintergames #teamreindeergames 25 pts

@liseworks @kezzlou85 @jessclark78 @karons1 @toriestories @matchlessmarie @aperfectmjk @clwojick @staycurious @bluebird

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Holiday Games | Jaci Burton
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#wintergames #teamreindeergames week 1 game - 430 pts! Had fun brainstorming these on scratch paper and then making it pretty! WOW, I know a lot of holiday words! Haha

@liseworks @kezzlou85 @jessclark78 @karons1 @toriestories @matchlessmarie @aperfectmjk @clwojick @staycurious @bluebird

LiseWorks How cool. I just started this game this morning 3mo
StayCurious Great job! 3mo
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The Christmas Movie Date | Megan Mayfair
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#wintergames #teamreindeergames 5 points for a holiday movie! This was cute. “A Bride For Christmas” - sweet and kinda sappy. Great for dog lovers. Found on Amazon prime.

@liseworks @kezzlou85 @jessclark78 @karons1 @toriestories @matchlessmarie @aperfectmjk @clwojick @staycurious @bluebird

TorieStorieS This looks fun for the season!! Adding to my watchlist!! 🎄 3mo
LiseWorks You look like you have a comfortable spot there 3mo
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#wintergames #teamreindeergames 25 points for a holiday read! Love this children‘s classic - so funny and really enjoyed the short narration on this audiobook.

TorieStorieS Oh, I will have to check this one out! 😊 3mo
Reggie My 3rd grade teacher read this to us. Mrs. Muncy. She was great. 3mo
annahenke @Reggie oh I love that! It‘s such a great book to listen to. I heard it first around that age too! 3mo
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Questions, Questions | Marcus Pfister
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#teamreindeergames #wintergames
1. Cozy up with a book under a blanket
2. Romance
3. hot apple cider
4. Movie: White Christmas; Book: A Christmas Carol
5. immersing myself in holiday cheer. I feel like the last few years I haven‘t really embraced Christmas as I‘m single and live alone. I‘m hoping this will help!

@liseworks @kezzlou85 @jessclark78 @karons1 @toriestories @matchlessmarie @aperfectmjk @clwojick @staycurious @Bluebird

LiseWorks I hope this event puts you in the holiday spirit 4mo
JessClark78 ❤️ 4mo
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How the Dukes Stole Christmas: A Holiday Romance Anthology | Sarah MacLean, Tessa Dare, Sophie Jordan, Joanna Shupe Sophie Jordan
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kezzlou85 Great choices there I've read the clockmakers daughter it's so good. 4mo
annahenke @kezzlou85 Good to know! I‘ve read almost all of Kate Morton‘s other books so got to complete my collection - love her! 4mo
TorieStorieS A fun list!! I‘ve also read The Clockmaker‘s Daughter— I really enjoyed it! I also love Kate Morton! I am curious to know what you think of Mercury Pictures Presents— that‘s in my TBR! 4mo
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kezzlou85 @annahenke I do too. Her books are so good. 4mo
annahenke @TorieStorieS I love stories about Old Hollywood so looking forward to that one - I‘ll be sure to let you know! 4mo
LiseWorks Really cool list. 😎 4mo
Bluebird Looks great! Lots of good ones in this list. For author a month I‘ll be reading Homecoming, but I hope to also read the Clockmaker‘s daughter…if I have time. 4mo
JessClark78 Looks like a good TBR list. 4mo
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Started this one awhile ago and gonna try to finish today! #novelnovember @Andrew65

annahenke I loved a Gentleman in Moscow and the writing is still great but I‘m not as into the story this time. I‘m going to try diving in for a long stretch because I still think it‘s worth it! @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks 4mo
Andrew65 @annahenke I‘d agree, this was enjoyable but not as brilliant as A Gentleman in Moscow. 4mo
annahenke @Andrew65 yes, I‘ve been diving in today but gentleman in Moscow has not been derailed in my heart! 4mo
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Started and finished on Saturday during the #novelnovember readathon. Love Sarah Maclean and haven‘t read her in awhile. This was great!

DGRachel Hattie! I 💖 her. 4mo
annahenke @DGRachel I really enjoyed her spirit! 4mo
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#novelnovember @Andrew65 my first book I‘m working on for the readathon.

Andrew65 Excellent 👏👏👏 4mo
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Lincoln Highway | Amor Towles
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#novelnovember @Andrew65 I‘m joining this readathon to try to finish some of the books I have started and meet my reading goal for the end of the year! Let‘s go!

Andrew65 Great to have you with us, good luck 😁 4mo
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The Wizard of Oz | Frank Baum
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Happy Halloween from Glinda the Good Witch of Oz and my good friend Frankenstein‘s monster. #happyhalloween #literarycostumes

Texreader Love this!! 5mo
Reggie Ya‘ll look flawless. Well done! 5mo
dabbe 🤩🤩🤩 5mo
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My favorite book this October was The Huntress by Kate Quinn. I adored this story.

I did have plans for Halloween but had to cancel as I‘m sick as a dog. Extra tea and blankets for me.

JuniperWilde I loved The Alice Network 5mo
annahenke @JuniperWilde I have that on my Kindle and can‘t wait to read that one too! 5mo
JuniperWilde Oh I think you will! 5mo
TheSpineView So sorry you are sick! Hope you feel better soon! 5mo
JessClark78 Hope you feel better soon. 5mo
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When you read a book as a child and love it, reading it again is like coming home to old friends. Returning to this beloved kids series in anticipation of the new (surprise!) book in the series coming next week about Murtagh. Can‘t believe there‘s going to be a new book after all this time. Feels so cozy to be in this world again. 🫶

MeJeMiller I did a reread of the series last year and am so excited about the new book. 5mo
annahenke @MeJeMiller nice!! Such a familiar and remarkable world 5mo
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The Cartographers | Peng Shepherd
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This was published last March and I remember being intrigued. I finally got around to reading it and I‘m absolutely gripped! An academic mystery featuring maps that can take you to hidden places - only contained in the map itself but made real when you possess said map. I love the family secrets elements as well. This is one that many on litsy will love. Can‘t wait to see how it ends. #recommdended

emz711 Had it on my tbr for a bit. Maybe I should move it up 5mo
PatriciaU I adored this book, especially because the catalog record for one of the maps was from my library!!! 5mo
annahenke @PatriciaU very cool - I‘m loving all the library details. It‘s really making it so fun to read! 5mo
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The Huntress | Kate Quinn
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1. The Huntress by Kate Quinn - I used to love WWII historical fiction but haven‘t read an adjacent one in a while. This was stunning.

2. I‘m excited for spooky book season and my annual Harry Potter reread. Give me all the witchy vibes!!

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TheSpineView Thanks for playing! 6mo
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The Messengers by Lindsay Joelle - Not in Database (Audible Original)

This was a great novella. Interesting sci fi concept and performed beautifully by a full cast.

Second book finished for the September readathon.
@TheSpineView #summerendreadathon

TheSpineView I'll have to check it out! 6mo
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I‘m joining the readathon! This September, my goal is to read 10 books from my TBR of owned books.

First book read: Caffeine by Michael Pollan

This was an interesting short essay like book. Not blown away but pretty cool.

TheSpineView Glad to have you! Good luck! 6mo
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Just starting this audiobook and it‘s fascinating. I‘m loving the different points of view - can‘t wait to see how they all integrate together!

CoverToCoverGirl Great book and audio! 7mo
annahenke @CoverToCoverGirl couldn‘t agree more - loving it! This narrator seems familiar to me but I‘m not sure why! 7mo
CoverToCoverGirl @annahenke the narrator is Saskia Maarleveld. She reads almost all of Quinn‘s books and she happens to be one of my personal favourite narrators. 7mo
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Such a sweet children‘s classic. I highly recommend this audio version pictured from Audible. The production was wonderful and can be enjoyed by adults and kids alike!

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Wow, this was amazing! I loved the unique range of emotions in this book. It was funny, quirky, and very touching. Great character development and such a wonderful story arc. Definitely a five star read and can‘t wait to see what‘s next from this author!

First goal achieved: finished for the #magnificentmay readathon

@Andrew65

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I‘m joining the #magnificentmay readathon beginning today! My goals for the next nine days are:

📚 finish Lessons in Chemistry (loving this one!)
📚 read 5 other books
📚 keep track of hours for fun

Cheers @Andrew65 🙃

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So excited to start listening to this one today!

TheBookgeekFrau Sounds interesting! 11mo
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Bellewether | Susanna Kearsley
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Starting this one during the #awesomeapril readathon day two! Susanna Kearsley is one of my favorite authors. Her books are all dual timeline with a romantic bent. She is a master at weaving historical and current plots together.

I can‘t wait to see if this one is as good as the rest!

Andrew65 Love her books but not read this one. 11mo
annahenke @Andrew65 I‘ll let you know what I think! 11mo
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#awesomeapril #readathon @Andrew65

Book 1 finished! Had already started this one and wrapped it up this morning.

I love Piper Rayne‘s sports romances. After enjoying her Hockey Hotties series, I checked out her football one and found it just as fun. This one is a best friend‘s sister romance with great grumpy sunshine trope vibes. Really enjoyable!

Andrew65 Excellent 👏👏👏 11mo
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Emergency Skin | N.K. Jemisin
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Catching up on 2023 reviews!

Strangely fascinating. What sci-fi should be. This story of an “evolved” being returning to a planet that still wears human skin after being told it was a wrecked zone is so intriguing. It‘s a novella and I would love to learn more!

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Catching up on 2023 reviews!

This historical fiction novel is a slow burn mystery that I enjoyed overall. A young woman in the 1920s sets out to solve an old family mystery and heal the rift between her mother and aunt after her brother‘s death. She find unexpected secrets, a handsome drover, and an adventure into the unknown. Set in Australia!

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Joining the #awesomeapril #readathon @Andrew65

Goals:
Read 4 Books
Read for 25 hours

Let the reading commence!! 🎉

Andrew65 Excellent, happy reading. 11mo
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My Beautiful Neighbor | Piper Rayne
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This was a fun romance! It‘s about a woman who was given up for adoption as a baby. Her birth mother then leaves her and her biological sister, born after her, a shop to share. The birth daughter has no idea about her. Chaos ensues in small town America. Meanwhile, she strikes up a friends with benefits arrangement with the owner of the brewery next door who wants to buy it from them. Leads to something more… book 2 finished #20in4 @Andrew65

Andrew65 That‘s a 🔥 cover. Well done 👏👏👏 12mo
annahenke @Andrew65 haha it is indeed!! 12mo
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Under One Roof | Ali Hazelwood
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This was such a cute romance! Loved the characters and the clever writing. Short and sweet and fun! #romantsy #20in4 #readathon

Book one started and finished! Just two hours read so far - ended up going out last night haha 😂
@Andrew65

Andrew65 Excellent 👏👏👏, hope you enjoyed the night out. 12mo
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Lincoln in the Bardo | George Saunders
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#20in4 @Andrew65 I‘m participating in the readathon this weekend! My goal is read 20 hours and finish at least two books. Hooray for a quiet and relaxing weekend with my books! 📚

Excited to follow along with everyone. Thanks for hosting Andrew!

Andrew65 Brilliant to have you with us, good luck 😁 12mo
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Stuck with You | Ali Hazelwood
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Just starting this one - heard great things!! #romantsy

Sharpeipup I read that today too! 12mo
annahenke @Sharpeipup fun!!! I only read part but am liking it! 12mo
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This book really made me think about the way I think and talk about my emotions. So worth reading.

SammyKat I got it for Christmas! So excited to read. 13mo
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Opposite of You | Rachel Higginson
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I really enjoyed this contemporary romance featuring the world of high powered chefs and food culture. The main characters were well developed and the enemies to lovers trope was well done. Banter was on point! Also, the serious notes on her recovery coming off an abusive relationship were well executed. Overall, a great read! #romance

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A charming sci fi story of friendship. Set in the future, a traveling “tea monk” who feels unfulfilled in his calling sets out to find a lost monastery. On his way, he encounters one of the long lost robots of the factory era, now free and wild. The two become traveling companions and must find their way together. Loved this odd book! Discussions of big questions and great writing. 1st book of 2023.

rockpools Well that‘s a gorgeous way to start the year! 1y
annahenke @rockpools it really was! 1y
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Untitled | Anonymous
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A good year of reading!

Cazxxx Fantastic 😊 1y
Ruthiella Well done! 👏👏👏 1y
fredamans 👏 👏 👏 1y
bthegood congrats - 1y
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This was a fascinating Amazon original short story about parents being able to select the genetics of their children in the future. A weird little book, but made you think.

#winterreadathon @Andrew65 @DieAReader @GHABI4ROSES

Book 12 Finished for the readathon

Andrew65 Sounds interesting/ ☃️☃️☃️ 1y
DieAReader 🥳🥳🥳 1y
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Wow, this was incredible. Ivey has become one of my favorite authors. I really enjoyed the epistolary format and both storylines. Excellent character development. Recommend!

#winterreadathon @Andrew65 @DieAReader @GHABI4ROSES

Book 11 finished for the readathon!

Andrew65 Well done. I clearly need to search this one out. ☃️☃️ 1y
DieAReader 🥳🥳🥳 1y
annahenke @Andrew65 by the same author as The Snow Child if you‘ve read that. Very different but atmospheric in the same way. So good! 1y
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Andrew65 @annahenke Thanks, I‘d not connected the two. 1y
Megabooks This is fantastic! 1y
SamAnne Absolutely loved this one! 1y
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