Rosh ~catching up slowly~’s Comments (group member since Aug 23, 2021)

Rosh ~catching up slowly~’s comments from the NetGalley Addicts Support Group group.

Just Another Meat-Eating Dirtbag: A Memoir by Michael Anthony

Enjoyed this graphic novel memoir much more than I had expected. Thought-provoking and funny.
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The Lindbergh Nanny by Mariah Fredericks

Nice enough, but I expected more, I guess. It didn't affect me the way I thought it would.
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Blood Atonement by S.M. Freedman

Don't go by the drab cover. The story is mind-blowing. Not for everyone though. Check out the triggers.
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The Christmas Hummingbird by Davis Bunn

Not exactly as I had expected. But I loved the parts about hummingbirds!
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The Blackout Book Club by Amy Lynn Green

Excellent for historical fiction lovers as well as bibliophiles.
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Saha by Cho Nam-Joo

Finally a second translated work by the author of Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982. Unfortunately, this one falls somewhat flat, but it is a decent read for lit-fic lovers. This title was on NG too but my request was approved through Edelweiss.

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Foster by Claire Keegan

Yet another memorable novella by the Irish author. Loved the emotional impact this creates.
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When the Angels Left the Old Country by Sacha Lamb

A Jewish historical fantasy that works pretty well. I enjoyed this unusual story despite struggling a bit with the Yiddish terms.
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Self-Portrait with Nothing by Aimee Pokwatka

SFF with a literary twist. Not bad, not good.
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Anyone up for a historical crime mystery? Try A Most Efficient Murder by Anthony Slayton.

It was a fun read. If possible, grab the audio version. The narrator is awesome!
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Billie wrote: "(After reading the blurb, I'm wondering why I requested this one...)"

This has happened to me so many times! 😂😂

"A Tidy Ending" by Joanna Cannon -

This is a well-rated book but I didn't like the story as much as I had expected. The ending was farfetched. So here's my outlier 2-star review.
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Completed the latest DI Kim Stone story, "Six Graves" by Angela Marsons.

Worked pretty well for me, though I haven't read any other book in this series. 4.25 stars.
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Completed "Hollow Fires" by Samira Ahmed.

Covers the topic of Islamophobia in the US. Pretty well-written for its target group of YA readers. 4.25 stars from me.
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1. "When the Day Comes" by Gabrielle Meyer -

An outstanding timeslip historical fiction. Loved the author's approach to the story. 4.5 stars.
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2. "Monsters in the Mist" by Juliana Brandt -

A middle-grade paranormal horror story with some really dark themes. Well-handled, though a tad rambling. 4.25 stars.
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Completed "Dreaming of Flight" by Catherine Ryan Hyde.

A heart-warming book that would work well when you want a soul-satisfying read. 4.5 stars.
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Literary fiction lovers, give a try to "The Condemned Oak Tree" by Ada Rossi.

A dark and entertaining read. 4.5 stars from me.
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Black Butterflies by Priscilla Morris.

A compelling historical fiction debut novel set around the 1992 Bosnian war. Much recommended. 4.5 stars.
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Completed a fun domestic thriller: The Housemaid by Freida McFadden

It was an entertaining and quick read. 4.25 stars.
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Some wonderful children's fiction ARCs from Netgalley:

1. "The Clockwork Queen" by Peter Bunzl

Lovely story blending historical facts with an appealing fictional plot. Aimed at middle graders. 4.5 stars.
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2. "Meltdown: Why the Glaciers Are Disappearing and What You Can Do About It" by Anita Sanchez.

Brilliant, informative, must-read. Written for the 12+ age group. 5 stars.
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3. "Call Me Penny Pickleberry" by Meghan Grana

A cute little picture book for little readers struggling with anxiety. 4.5 stars. Suitable for beginner readers aged 3-8.
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