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The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles

The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fantastic read.

I was surprised by some ratings and reviews from other people, but I don’t agree with them. It felt like I highlighted 75% of the eBook! I thought it was interesting, and I liked that it’s a quick read. Now, I’m going to purchase a paperback copy of this book for when I read through it again.

If finance and self-help are your thing, you’ll probably enjoy this book. I recommend it.

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A Cold Day in Hell by Lissa Marie Redmond

A Cold Day in Hell by Lissa Marie Redmond

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It gets better toward the end.

Expertly written, I kept thinking whether I should give this four or five stars. I went with four stars because I liked it, but I didn’t think it was amazing. However, this is a strong police procedural, and the writing is good. I thought the trial was long, but this novel is realistic. I wonder who would portray the main character, Lauren, if this were adapted as a movie or TV series.

I liked how this story took place in Buffalo because that’s where I’m from. Although some of it was fictional, it was entertaining. I will read the next book in the series, and there is a cliffhanger at the end of A Cold Day in Hell.

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With a Vengeance by Riley Sager

With a Vengeance by Riley Sager

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fantastic.

The book cover is great, the title is fitting, and the story is well written. While I prefer clean reads, there was minimal foul language. While this book isn’t perfect, the story picks up around page 75. Before that, Riley Sager takes the time to world-build and provide backstories for the characters. There is horror, but the mystery and thrills are more prevalent in this story. I hope Riley Sager considers focusing more on mystery and thrills in the future.

This novel reminded me of Murder on the Orient Express, Clue, and movies featuring famous actors in train sequences, like Tom Cruise and Liam Neeson. I would consider re-reading this at around page 75 and on because so many things happened. There were a few surprises that kept me engaged while reading.

This is the second book I’ve read from Riley Sager, and I’ll continue to read more. I want to note I enjoyed this novel much more than Survive the Night. I can see this book being adapted into a movie.

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The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James

The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Solid.

The Sun Down Motel has plenty of twists and a solid mystery at its core. The book cover is excellent, and it features a few catchy mentions in this book, such as Psycho. The alternating POVs helped increase my reading engagement, and this story flowed nicely. I didn’t enjoy the blaspheming and profanity, but Simone St. James wasn’t overbearing with it.

Overall, it’s a great ghost story that is worth your time for at least one read-through. I will not reread this novel, but you might.

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Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life by Arnold Schwarzenegger

Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life by Arnold Schwarzenegger

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Outstanding!

This book is well worth your time if you like or are interested in self-help. Arnold is one of the best mentors of all time. His commitment, sacrifice, compassion, drive, and integrity are top-notch. I do not doubt that this book will be useful to you. I highly recommend it.

I learned a great deal about Arnold; it was eye-opening to hear about the things he accomplished. He made his dreams come true. This book is a hidden gem and is helpful.

This is one of the best books I’ve read this year!

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The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


It’s helpful.

This book contains a lot of good information. Some of it was purely history and how things came to be. I enjoyed how it wasn’t too long, as well. While I will not re-read this book, I underlined the key points I may revisit. I recommend it.

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Tangled Fates

Who is the true mastermind?

In a world where reality intertwines with darkness, the enigmatic Ellie Graves finds herself ensnared in a web of secrets and shadows. When an artifact of unimaginable power—the Heart Stone—vanishes, whispers of dark magic and ancient curses ripple through London. With her uncanny ability to navigate the arcane, Ellie is drawn into a perilous investigation.

As she delves deeper, she uncovers a connection to the elusive Pearl Sanguine, a notorious witch with a penchant for blood magic. With time running out and danger lurking at every turn, Ellie must untangle the fates of those involved before the Heart Stone’s true power is unleashed. As alliances shift, and betrayals surface, can Ellie solve the mystery before it consumes her?

Prepare for a spellbinding journey where every clue reveals more than the truth—it unveils a destiny intertwined with the very fabric of magic itself.

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The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma

The 5 AM Club: Own Your Morning. Elevate Your Life by Robin Sharma

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


If you want to elevate your life, read this book.

I have a love-hate relationship with this book. I laughed out loud when the billionaire started twerking, but it made no sense that he would do so with no music playing, just using “imaginary music” in his head. The same goes for him, tap dancing and grooving. This book was drawn out, but the lessons are invaluable. I enjoyed some twists, but a helicopter coming out of nowhere because the billionaire hit a magic button? C’mon!

I highlighted many notes while reading it, so I’ll definitely revisit them. However, I won’t re-read the entire story. I didn’t like how Robin Sharma kept referring to the main characters as the billionaire, the entrepreneur, and the artist. Why not use their names? It’s strange.

I also didn’t enjoy reading about Stone’s failure to help his daughter. The billionaire’s failure to get remarried or even date is weird, too, chiefly when you consider how much he works out. His libido should be off the charts. His issues are unclear at the end (this is the best I can do without spoiling the story).

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The Crescent Scar by J. T. Ravenwood

The Crescent Scar: A Dark Tale of Detectives and Deadly Games by J.T. Ravenwood

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


A mystery thriller.

The writing is solid, and the story is edited. I enjoyed it and would label this short story as a thriller. The chapter names add another allure to this novella, but it would benefit from giving the characters backstories. For example, more character development would have helped me connect better with the Lieutenant and Carver’s sister, Mia.

The action scenes were crafted well and weren’t rushed. I prefer reading stories without cursing and blaspheming, and while it wasn’t overdone, I saw enough of it where I noticed it bothered me. My reading engagement was high throughout the story. I recommend it and would re-read this story. Hopefully, this will turn out to be a series, chiefly with the conclusion of this story.

The book cover caught my eye; it’s excellent.

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Secrets of the Lost Village

Will the Big Bad Wolf win?

In the quiet village of Woodvale, secrets lurk beneath the surface. But when a villager named Raine discovers a series of unsolved disappearances, she becomes determined to uncover the truth. Donning a red cloak and hood, she sets out on a perilous journey with her best friend, Ian, and fellow villager, Serena. But as they get closer to the answers, their investigation becomes increasingly dangerous. Shadows from the past threaten to engulf them, and the townspeople grow hostile.

As Raine unravels the web of deceit, she uncovers a chilling connection: every disappearance corresponds with her village. With time running out, she races against an unseen enemy who will stop at nothing to protect their dark legacy. A cryptic message left behind during her research suggests she’s not just hunting for answers but also trying to outsmart a predator. Trust becomes a commodity, and paranoia seeps into every corner of her life.

But as Raine gets closer to the truth, she realizes that she may have become the hunted. This situation will test loyalties and unveil the truth. Will she expose the sinister forces at play before it’s too late? And why is it raining so much in Woodvale? In a town where the past stubbornly remains present, the most dangerous secrets often hide in plain sight.

With a gripping climax and twists at every turn, Secrets of the Lost Village is a thrilling adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

This suspenseful tale of mystery and deception will draw in fans of Red Riding Hood and Little Red Wraith.

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