"She didn't run from her dark past. She moved in." For the lucky among us, life is what you make of it; but for Dixie Wheeler, the theme music for her story was chosen by another long ago, on the day her father butchered her mother and brothers and then slashed a knife across his… Continue reading Theme Music by T. Marie Vandelly
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Exodus by Kate Stewart
“We love rainy days, don’t we, baby?” Cecelia Horner had expected this to be a dull year, but it has been the most exciting summer of her life. She met local bad boys Sean and Dominic, and their relationship developed into something very, very dangerous . . . But she is left reeling from the… Continue reading Exodus by Kate Stewart
The Return Of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean
This book is riveting and dark, exploring abuse, mental health, and family dysfunction. Its intense content may be triggering but is realistic and well-written. It digs into deep fears and identity issues. It reveals how family secrets and closed doors shape children's lives and mental health. It started slowly but when it picked up, it… Continue reading The Return Of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean
Legendary by Stephanie Garber
“Legends were supposed to be better than the truth.” After being swept up in the magical world of Caraval, Donatella Dragna has finally escaped her father and saved her sister, Scarlett, from a disastrous arranged marriage. The girls should be celebrating, but Tella isn’t yet free. She made a desperate bargain with a mysterious criminal,… Continue reading Legendary by Stephanie Garber
Flock by Kate Stewart
“My greatest hope is to be in all-consuming love. My biggest fear is to be in all-consuming love.” The deal is all nineteen-year-old student Cecelia Horner has to do is survive a year in the small town of Triple Falls, living with her estranged father and working at his factory. In return, he’ll not only… Continue reading Flock by Kate Stewart
The Museum of Ordinary People by Mike Gayle
This is a sweet, feel-good book. If you're looking for a unique book with heart this is for you. Still reeling from the sudden death of her mother, Jess is about to do the hardest thing she's ever done: empty her childhood home so that it can be sold. As she sorts through a lifetime… Continue reading The Museum of Ordinary People by Mike Gayle
Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter
For a few beautiful months, Wes had his dream girl: strong-willed girl-next-door Liz. But right as the two were about to set off to UCLA to start their freshman year together, tragedy struck. Wes was left dealing with the fallout, which ultimately meant losing Liz in the process. Flash forward months and months later and… Continue reading Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter
Family Family by Laurie Frankel
Frankel can write a book that makes you remember it and teaches you a heartfelt lesson at the same time. Her books are in another class. This one was about the importance of adoption. If you haven't read a Frankel book you should! They would make for excellent discussion! The MC India Allwood grew up… Continue reading Family Family by Laurie Frankel
The Secret Keeper of Main Street by Trisha R Thomas
If you like Historical Fiction than you can't miss this one! Everyone had secrets in this book and it was such a fun book to fly through! If you want a high drama historical fiction with tons of action THIS is the one! This is fast paced so buckle up. Acclaimed author Trisha R. Thomas… Continue reading The Secret Keeper of Main Street by Trisha R Thomas
Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan
If your looking for a cute closed door romance this is the one to read this summer. This is a second chances romance that I adored. Ali Morris was close with her mother and when she passed away she really lost her best friend and confidant. Ali's husband was nice, but not really supportive. So… Continue reading Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan