This book was oddly fascinating. Did I love it? No. But did I listen to it the entire day? Yes. I think it would make a great book for a book club. Because there is just so much to talk about. ... Read More
AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig / incredibly original and thought provoking
If you loved OONA OUT OF ORDER - you'll love this incredibly original story too! Well written, thought provoking, and original! An emotional read that makes you wonder about all your regrets, hopes and what ifs.... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons
After I saw that this books is being compared to Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, I knew I had to check it out. In the end the novel was delightful, and reminded me a little of A Man Called Ove. It was heartwarming, charming but also much more emotional than expected. All in all a wonderful novel to add to any fall tbr.... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline / emotional and heartbreaking
I read and loved the author's Orphan Train many years ago and couldn't wait to pick up THE EXILES, just to realize that I wasn't ready for this emotional and heartbreaking story, based on real events.... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: Ryan’s Bed by Tijan / probably the BEST Tijan book so far
This is one book that left me speechless. After finishing the book I was still reeling from how profoundly touching, raw, and emotionally this novel was. And although I'm a long-term fan of Tijan, it did not prepare me for this tremendously beautiful story.... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren / the perfect holiday novel
I've never read a Christmas book in June before, but honestly, I couldn't have picked a better one. In a Holidaze was sweet and comfortable, it gave me all the feels of sitting in front of a fireplace, dressed in my favorite Christmas sweater and cozy socks, with a mug of decadent hot chocolate in my hands. It made me want to own a cabin in the woods, and have family Christmas get-togethers every year. It made me dream of the perfect Christmas!... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: Shadows in Death by JD Robb / a favorite series that never gets old
I've been reading this series for fourteen years now, and it never gets old. Although the idea and execution is similar from one book to the next, the stories, and especially the cast always brings their A game. Shadows in Death was especially interesting, because of the focus on Roarke's past.... Read More
Thick as Thieves by Sandra Brown / an atmospheric romantic suspense
Reading Thick as Thieves, I realized how much I always enjoyed romantic suspense. Nowadays I enjoy them even more mixed into all the other genres I read. The combination of mystery and a romance really works for me. It keeps me on my toes but also gives me the romantic element I enjoy so much.... Read More
HEART BONES BY COLLEEN HOOVER / a wonderful and emotional YA/NA beach novel
After reading Regretting You last year, and totally and madly falling in love with it, I was wondering it it was a fluke or if I'm turning into a CoHo fan. And it's now official, I'm really loving her latest books.... Read More
Emerald Blaze by Ilona Andrews / this series is only getting better!! BOOK HANGOVER ALERT!!
What can I say, I'll drop everything for a new Ilona Andrews book. And before I jumped into Emerald Blaze I re-read Sapphire Flames, since it's been a year, and that's just too long.... Read More
Gimme Everything You Got by Iva-Marie Palmer / A total surprise in every way!!
2020 has been a great year reading wise. I've added so many new authors to my auto-buy list, and thanks to Gimme Everything You Got by Iva-Marie Palmer, this author is one of them. Loved how different this coming of age felt. It was full of nostalgia, female power and feminism in the 70s, and I adored it!!... Read More
Happiness for Beginners by Katherine Center / A touching romance in the unlikeliest places
Ever since reading How To Walk Away I was impressed with Katherine Center's writing. Her story telling is just wonderful, and that can especially be seen in her 2018 novel. Happiness for Beginners is one of her earlier novels, a 2015 release, but is actually connected to her latest novel What You Wish For. Duncan, the brother is finally getting his own story.... Read More
Teardrop Shot by Tijan / an incredibly sports romance with depth
I wasn’t ready for this book. Honestly, I had no idea what kind of emotional, thoughtful and poignant story was hidden behind this gorgeous cover. For me, as a reader that has been reading Tijan books since 2014, I feel this book was her best yet. It was thought provoking, deeply emotional and incredibly touching.... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: The Switch by Beth O’Leary + Bonus Material / Charmingly British and a true feel good novel
I don't think I'm exaggerating when I say that this book was one of my most highly anticipated novels of the 2020. And boy, I'm now even more in love with the author's writing than I was after reading The Flatshare. This was such a heartwarming novel, with so many LOL moments but it was also surprisingly deep and thoughtful at times. Another winner for me!... Read More
After Sundown by Linda Howard, Linda Jones / timely, fascinating, and right up my alley
This book was right up my alley. Even though I’m not a big fan of YA dystopian novels, I really enjoy them when they are adult fiction novels. I’m actually reading or should probably say listening to a dystopian duet by Tosca Lee, The Line Between – and I’m hooked. Either way, let’s get back to After Sundown.... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes / uplifting small town romance that I absolutely adored
Ever since I saw the cover, I was intrigued. The blurb sounded fantastic and the reviews were amazing – there was no doubt I would be picking it up. I just had to decide on the format. Physical book or audiobook.... Read More
AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid / best audiobook experience EVER!!!!!
Daisy Jones & The Six – Taylor Jenkins Reid is a gripping novel about the whirlwind rise of an iconic 1970s rock group and their beautiful lead singer, revealing the mystery behind their infamous breakup. Daisy Jones & The Six was my first book by Taylor Jenkins Reid. And it also was the BEST audiobook I ever listened to.... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: Undercover Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams / my most favorite kind of book club
This was a lot of fun, adorable, a bit cheesy and predictable, but overall a LOT of fun!! I actually enjoyed it even more than Bromance Book Club. And that’s thanks to the main couple, Liv and Mack, and an entertaining story with some amazing LOL moments.... Read More
AUDIOBOOK REVIEW:A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson / fantastic debut novel, and even better audiobook
I knew going in, that the audiobook would have a full cast, but I didn’t realize just how many interviews and phone calls as well as emails were part of this book, and this kind of format always works well with a full cast.... Read More
AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes / just AMAZING!!!
Honestly, I had the easiest time giving this book the 5 stars it deserves, and I rarely give them out, but the combination of writing, the many strong female characters and the historical background made this book one of the most amazing books I read this year.... Read More
AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: This Won’t End Well By Camille Pagán
What I enjoyed the most about This Wont End Well by Camille Pagán was the feel good story about Annie finding herself. The novel was written in journal entries, in which Annie chronicles her life, primarily from the point when her fiancée leaves for Paris without her. Suddenly she is forced to reevaluate her life, relationship, and future.... Read More
AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: Oona out of Order By Margarita Montimore / one of the most unique novels of 2020
The plot for Oona Out of Order was incredibly unique. Ever since I read the blurb I was fascinated by the time jumps and couldn’t wait to read more about it. The idea of spending each year in a different time period. Not having control over which year the next one will be. Being catapulted through life. It all points towards a very different kind of book.... Read More
BOOK REVIEW: The Big Finish by Brooke Fossey / wonderful characters and an emotional ending
Wow, this debut novel caught me entirely by surprise and even now, half a day later, I still have a hard time putting my thoughts into cohesive sentences, much less a review. If you loved A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman you'll enjoy this book. It had all the emotions and a cast that was incredibly witty, cantankerous, grumpy, endearing and just charming.... Read More
