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The Walk: A Novel | Richard Paul Evans
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Less detail about the food & meals being eaten would have been preferable; but, overall ~ a thoughtful read.

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Mehso-so

Cute little teen-type of clean romance stories. Stories were so similar that I read the 1st 2, then bailed. It was odd to have a glossary to understand the Amish words & phrases used in the stories; however, it probably added to the authenticity of the text? Enjoyed.

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Minding Frankie | Maeve Binchy
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First book I‘ve read from this author, it was sooooo good. Great characters & all storylines were complete at conclusion of the book…. Will definitely read more from this author!!

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Violeta | Isabel Allende
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At times, the story flowed like an encyclopedia. Was the nuance of the writing lost in translating the book to English? &, is “our country” always Argentina?

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Excellent characters. Ending anti-climactic.

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Just Friends | Billy Taylor
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The word “smirk” was used in this book more times than I have read that word total in my lifetime. Not a fan of the grammar, odd word spelling and disjointed flow. Don‘t know this author‘s origin ~ obviously not American.

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Mehso-so

The characters in this book do way too much “thinking” 😳

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“You live longer only when you stop trying to live longer.”

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Love the short, concise chapters… I do not like the print font of these books ~ when my eyes are tired, it is difficult to see the words clearly. (This is not an issue with other books I‘m currently reading)

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HIDDEN VALLEY ROAD. | ROBERT. KOLKER
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Can tell the author is a journalist. Very detailed writing style… If you enjoy clinical details & scientific research, this book is for you! Interesting read….

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“Pick what you like, then see how it grows…. What if it blooms?”

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Even Now | Karen Kingsbury
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Fun & witty read. I love the author‘s podcast which led me to her book. Her humor is so relevant & uplifting.

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Interesting story ~~ was picturing characters in the TV show “Big Bang Theory” as I was reading. Loved Elizabeth‘s love of science, life, family (including her dog), and her passion for honesty.

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Eleven on Top | Janet Evanovich
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So good ~~ editing issues that drove me crazy in a couple of the earlier books were not an issue with this one ~~ Yay. Enjoyable & fun read!

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56 Days | Catherine Ryan Howard
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Like her writing style ~ suspenseful & nice peek into life in Ireland during the pandemic!

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Criss Cross | James Patterson
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Outstanding book ~~ I enjoyed the pace, the length of the chapters & the story!!

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Mehso-so

Entertaining read ~ again editing/ spelling issue. One of the main bond-jumping targets‘ last name was Cantell for the 1st 2/3rds of the book; then randomly it gained an “r” & became Cantrell.

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Another cute story ~~ editing was not awesome in this book ~~ there was a character Dotty, whose name changed spelling to Dottie on a page?? Then another place in the book, Dotty‘s name was used when it should have been Evelyn ~~ I‘m quirky w/details 🤦🏻‍♀️

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Cranberry Queen | Kathleen DeMarco
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Overall, this book made no sense ~~ kept thinking it would go somewhere, but it was an odd & seemingly never-ending story.

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Was way too far in to the book when I realized it was “vampirish” ~~ so, I finished instead of bailing. Okay read, enjoyed descriptions of the campus & town ~ vampire type of books are not to my liking.

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Lots of detail, liked the “letter-writing” theme that carries throughout ~~~ 1st person got a little confusing at times. Normally, it is Bee, but at times “I” is another character(s) ~ especially during a letter. Made me pay attention!

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The Rosie Project | Graeme C. Simsion
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I enjoyed this book tremendously!! It was a quick read, and it is the basis for a movie currently in production ~~ look forward to reading the sequel. The flow, storyline, character development & humor was fun & feel-good.

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~ reminded me of an adult “Wonder” ~ Eleanor is a funny, yet tragic character. Enjoyable & heartwarming read!

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Didn‘t realize until after completing the book that this was a biography. Kudos to this amazing lady ~ talented, brilliant, beautiful and strong!! Excellent story ~~ interesting to learn about Hedy Lamarr. In places, the writing was a bit repetitive & lack-luster. Fascinating that Hedy‘s invention was turned down by the navy basically because she was a woman; yet it was basis for wi-fi, cell phones & numerous other technologies ~~ Crazy!!

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Songs in Ursa Major | Emma Brodie
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Enjoyed the flow & writing. Didn‘t know it was somewhat based on Joni Mitchell, & I personally don‘t enjoy reading about people doing drugs, addiction, etc ~~ okay book, just not to my liking💜

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Long Road to Mercy | David Baldacci
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Awesome series ~ I‘m not even reading these books in order… Each novel is “stand-alone” fabulous, too. These books have likable characters, suspense, action ~ The author writes with the perfect amount of detail; so enjoyable to read!!

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A true woman of “intelligence” could handle 2 energetic toddlers without an air of poor, poor pitiful me. Although she may have suffered from PPD, the main character‘s superior attitude about her higher education & multilingual gifts was so very annoying… &, repetitive throughout the story. I almost bailed after 2 chapters & should have. I am of the attitude that a child is a gift from God 🤷‍♀️

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Mehso-so

Enjoyable read until the last few chapters ~~ the author rushed to end the story? Not an understandable conclusion after the detail that went in to the plot development….

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The Poet | Lisa Renee Jones
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Good book ~ I enjoyed that 2 characters were 1st person in the novel… the ending was a disappointment ~ anti-climatic, unrealistic & felt rushed… compared to the pace & detail of the rest of the book.

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“Putting off work until tomorrow can make today a ton of fun.” ~~ Dorcas

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A New Song | Jan Karon
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Still a good series. This is the 1st book with significant errors. Maybe the proof person or editor was snoozing. Many new characters were introduced as Father Tim & Cynthia move to Whitecap. A handful of times the wrong character name was in a sentence.... If the author is confused about who is present and talking, I definitely am cutting myself some slack on keeping them all straight!!😊

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Been reading this series in order.... This title is listed as book #6; it is the Wedding of Father Timothy & Cynthia.... However, they are married in both book 4 & book 5??? Crazy.

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Shantaram: A Novel | Gregory David Roberts
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Very wordy & long.... Not a style that I enjoy, very philosophical.

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Shantaram: A Novel | Gregory David Roberts

“I take everything personally — that‘s what being a person is all about.” ~~ Karla

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Relaxing read ~ enjoy getting away to Mitford.

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Night Road | Kristin Hannah
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Ok ~ 3rd book that I have read by this author in 3 days.... Are all of her books so gloomy? As much as I like her stories/writing, I‘m tired of characters with depression, alcoholism & drug problems ~ need something a little more uplifting 😉

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Fly Away | Kristin Hannah
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Good follow-up to Firefly Lane. Love author‘s writing style & character development.

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Beautiful story of friendship, family and love ~~~~ but so SAD!! Have tissues ready.

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Point of Origin: Scarpetta | Patricia Cornwell
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Quick, good story

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Body of Evidence | Patricia Cornwell

“When anything is possible, nothing is impossible.” p 427

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Ever After | Karen Kingsbury
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Beautiful story ~ be ready to cry!!

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Lots of characters!! I am excited to read the entire Mitford series ~ a slow, leisurely, relaxing, join the “Mitford” community read. 💜💜

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“Perhaps, he thought, we should all live as if we‘re dying.” ~ Father Tim

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Sutter's Cross | W. Dale Cramer
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Enjoyed the author‘s writing style!! Great descriptions of scenery & very good character development & growth. I grew up in North Georgia, so I enjoyed mention of local towns & appreciate “off the beaten path” details. Can picture these scenes unfolding in many of the areas I have hiked & enjoyed myself..... I like a book that wraps up nicely w/no loose ends ~ I felt like the ponytail man, truck,.... was left hanging??

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You Don't Want to Know | Lisa Jackson
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Enjoyed the suspense & character development ~