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Books You’re on the Fence About - 2024
Here is my 2.63 rounded to 3 stars review of Red Dead's History: A Video Game, an Obsession, and America's Violent Past by Tore C. Olsson:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Outlier Review
Nonfiction - American History
Creative, Well-researched, Well-organized
Too slow for my tastes.
I was expecting history to come alive and learn something new, but that didn't happen.
It may appeal more to those who pay the video game or isn't as familiar with US history during this time period.
my review for We Burn Daylight
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Like Mother, Like Daughterhttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Queen Macbeth
tells the true story of Lady Macbeth. My three star review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Story of the Trapp Family Singers by Maria Augusta von Trapp
A memoir by the woman whose life inspired 'The Sound of Music'. Recommended only to staunch fans of the musical/movie.
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A Study in Scarlet – Arthur Conan Doyle – 3***
This novella introduced the reading public to Sherlock Holmes and his trusty sidekick, Dr Watson. The case hinges on a dead body found in a locked room; although the corpse shows no signs of having been attacked, Holmes is convinced it was murder. I found it a slower read than today’s mystery novels. But I was interested in getting to know Holmes and Watson. We learn how Holmes came to his method of deduction and begin to see the fast friendship that will develop between these two men.
LINK to my full review
First Lie Wins - Ashley Elston - (Louisianna)
Genera: Mystery & Suspense
4★
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Zero Stars, Do Not Recommend
wasn’t as funny as I had hoped. My 3t star review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Everything, Everything – Nicola Yoon – 3.5***
This YA romance had some significant serious issues to discuss. I really liked Maddy, who’s intelligent and mostly serene. Olly is more complex and guarded, which is understandable given his family situation. Can love (even teenage love) conquer all? Yoon certainly makes a good case.
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Here is my 3.46 rounded to 3 stars review of Don't Believe It by Charlie Donlea:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Outlier Review
Mystery
Great premise
Somewhat slow
Disliked the ending
Unbecoming Emma by Kelly Byrne
A decent indie magical realism novel. Not my kind of writing style, though I love the genre.
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The Trial of Mrs. Rhinelander by Denny S. Bryce
A book based on the actual Rhinelander vs. Rhinelander case in 1925 in the USA. Would have worked better for me if it actually focussed more on the legal proceedings than staying put on the outside of the courtroom.
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A White Room - Stephanie Carroll - (Missouri)
Genera: Historical Fiction
3★
Review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Not The Same River by W.A. Polf
A good short story collection for those who like slice-of-life writing. I am not a fan of that style.
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Nerve – Dick Francis – 3***
This mystery/thriller opens with a bang, as a jockey shoots “himself, loudly and messily, in the center of the parade ring…” Is someone sabotaging jockeys? Who? And Why? Francis crafts a compelling psychological mystery. Jockey Rob Finn is tenacious, determined and smart in the way he goes about ferreting out information to build the case against an unlikely perpetrator. I came late to the Dick Francis fan club, but I’m glad I finally arrived.
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The Last Time I Saw Him by Rachel Abbott is a slow burn of a murder mystery that will keep you guessing to the end. A bit repetitive but a good premise that could have worked better.review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Known World had a great premise about a black slave owner. But the book itself was just discombobulated. My three star review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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Her Lonely Soul by S.A. Dunphy
The weakest book in the Tessa Burns series for me, though it had its good moments.
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My Morning Routine: How Successful People Start Every Day Inspired by Benjamin SpallMy review 3⭐
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I'm starting out in this group with a book that was just okay.
In the Event of Murder by Cynthia Kuhn was more about the event than the murder, and even then, the event part was just okay.https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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The Creak on the Stairs by Eva Björg Ægisdóttirhttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Jasmine Project – Meredith Ireland – 3***
This was a cute rom-com with the family engineering a sort of “Bachelorette” competition for Jasmine Yap’s affections. They identify three likely candidates and watch carefully to see which one she will pick. But the road to HEA is full of obstacles. I liked that Ireland showed real growth in Jasmine’s character.
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Finished The Outlaw Noble Salt
. Too romancy for me. My thoughts:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I’m in the minority, but The Ancients
just never drew me in. Coming out in October. My three star review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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I'm Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom
Jason Parginhttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Murder in Punch Lane by Jane Sullivan
With such a stunning cover and title, I expected far more from this Aussie murder mystery based on true facts. it wasn't bad, but it certainly could have done better.
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Here is my 3.44 rounded to 3 stars review of Nightmare of a Trip by Maureen Kilmer:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Horror Comedy
Funny, entertaining, predictable
my review for Wished
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my review for
Now You Are Minehttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Instructions For Dancing – Nicola Yoon – 3***
Evie doesn’t believe in love anymore. Not after her dad left and her parents divorced. But then she finds her way to a dance studio and the next thing she knows, Evie is paired with a boy named X, learning to waltz, fox-trot and tango. This is a charming YA romance with a young couple who have multiple family issues they have to navigate.
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Widow Fantasies by Hollay Ghadery
A slice-of-life short story collection with a strong feminist theme. Might have worked better for me had I liked slice-of-life, but for those who like this style, it is a great option.
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Fatal Thaw – Dana Stabenow – 3***
Book number two in the mystery series featuring Aleut private investigator Kate Shugak. Stabenow writes a great thriller/mystery. I love the setting in a very rural part of Alaska, and the way she incorporates some Aleut culture into the mix. Kate is a very strong woman and a marvelous lead character. She’s intelligent, resourceful, determined, observant, and kind, but she does not hold back when toughness is required.
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Here is my 3.45 rounded to 3 stars review of William by Mason Coile:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Horror / Science Fiction - AI
Here is my 2.47 rounded to 2 stars review of How to Help a Hungry Werewolf: A Novel by Charlotte Stein:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Paranormal Romance
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