2.5 rating: Thank you to @macmillian.audio for the gifted audiobook. All opinions are my own.
At times I enjoyed this debut novel by author Katelyn Doy2.5 rating: Thank you to @macmillian.audio for the gifted audiobook. All opinions are my own.
At times I enjoyed this debut novel by author Katelyn Doyle and other times, it fell flat for me. The dual cast narration was perfect for each character. I listened at 1.75x.
Likes: Second chance trope; laugh out loud
Dislikes: Too steamy for me; Explicit language
Thank you to NetGalley and Flatiron Books as well!...more
The Husbands was a quirky debut novel, thoughtful and an entertaining read. I appreciated the unique premise of the story about getting a new husband The Husbands was a quirky debut novel, thoughtful and an entertaining read. I appreciated the unique premise of the story about getting a new husband from the attic every time the main character felt like it. It was silly but kept my attention. This is a great book club pick that would garner interesting discussions about life, relationships and endless decision making.
I received an advanced electronic copy from publisher Doubleday Books and Netgalley. Thank you for the opportunity to preview this book. ...more
Everyone Who Can Forgive Me is Dead started off very promising. Told using a dual timeline with an unreliable narrator and unlikeable 3.5 star rating.
Everyone Who Can Forgive Me is Dead started off very promising. Told using a dual timeline with an unreliable narrator and unlikeable characters, this campus murder mystery was gripping at first, and then toward the end, it fell apart for me. The ending felt rushed, confusing and left me feeling unsatisfied. Read this if you enjoy a twisty campus murder mystery.
I received an advanced electronic copy from publisher Minotaur Books and Netgalley. Thank you for the opportunity to preview this book. ...more
Author Ashley Tate’s debut novel Twenty-Seven Minutes was a slow burn mystery that was told in multiple POVs. I enjoyed the short chapters but it stilAuthor Ashley Tate’s debut novel Twenty-Seven Minutes was a slow burn mystery that was told in multiple POVs. I enjoyed the short chapters but it still took me a long time to finish. The story goes back in time throughout the book. I was expecting more, but the plot fell flat for me. Overall, it was just ok.
I received an advanced electronic copy from publisher Poisoned Pen Press and Netgalley. Thank you for the opportunity to preview this book.
The cover of the book first captured my interest. It is gorgeous and I kept looking back at it! I loved this beautiful debut historical fiction novel The cover of the book first captured my interest. It is gorgeous and I kept looking back at it! I loved this beautiful debut historical fiction novel told through a dual timeline about war, love, family and their secrets. I enjoyed the intergenerational relationship between grandmother and granddaughter. The story was heartbreaking, however, full of determination and hope. The ending left me satisfied and the acknowledgment by the author was a special treat to read!
I received an advanced electronic (eARC) copy from @thoughtsfromapage Early Reads Program. Thank you to Cindy Burnett and publisher Harper books. I appreciated the opportunity to preview this book. ...more
Redwood Court is a poignant and thought provoking debut about a family drama in South Carolina. I enjoyed the rich storytelling and numerou3.5 rating
Redwood Court is a poignant and thought provoking debut about a family drama in South Carolina. I enjoyed the rich storytelling and numerous characters. I appreciated the list of characters at the beginning of the book to help me follow along. Mika was my favorite. I was cheering for her throughout the story. I didn’t always know every point of view I was reading or the exact timeframe but I thought the author did a great job of writing about an extraordinary family pursuing their American dream.
I received an advanced physical copy from @thoughtsfromapage Lit Lover Patreon Community traveling galley program. Thank you to Cindy Burnett and publisher The Dial Press. I appreciated the opportunity to preview this book. ...more
“There was someone in the house”. That one sentence captivated and plunged me into an intense thriller about a possible intruder inside a house with a“There was someone in the house”. That one sentence captivated and plunged me into an intense thriller about a possible intruder inside a house with a mom and her two small kids. My heart raced as I read this story. Like the main protagonist, I wondered if she was hallucinating or was she telling the truth about someone watching her and the family. I enjoyed this creepy story so prepare yourself for a wild and gripping ride!
I received an advanced electronic copy from publisher Pamela Dorman Books and Netgalley. Thank you for the opportunity to preview this book. ...more
Debut novel by local Houstonian author Elba Iris Perez was fantastic! This is a powerful coming of age story that will tug on your heart strings. I waDebut novel by local Houstonian author Elba Iris Perez was fantastic! This is a powerful coming of age story that will tug on your heart strings. I was immersed in this relatable story from the beginning until the end. I felt connected to the characters and the authenticity of their journey. I loved this emotional and thought provoking novel that explored family drama, historical fiction, identities, cultural differences and gender stereotypes. I look forward to reading more stories by this author!
I received an advanced physical copy from @thoughtsfromapage Lit Lover Patreon Community traveling galley program. Thank you to Cindy Burnett and publisher Gallery Books. I appreciated the opportunity to preview this book....more
I love eating oysters so when I saw the cover on this book, I immediately thought to myself, I’m reading that book. I thought the author did a great jI love eating oysters so when I saw the cover on this book, I immediately thought to myself, I’m reading that book. I thought the author did a great job of researching and weaving a story about the oil spill and how it affected the Pearce family, who were oyster farmers. It was a thought provoking story that made you angry, devastated and hopeful for the family.
I received an advanced electronic copy from publisher Zibby books and Netgalley. Thank you for the opportunity to preview this book.
4.25 rating: In Amy Pease’s debut novel, a young protagonist experiences PTSD and mental health issues all the while investigating a murder in a small4.25 rating: In Amy Pease’s debut novel, a young protagonist experiences PTSD and mental health issues all the while investigating a murder in a small Wisconsin town dealing with the effects of an opioid crisis. I loved this crime fiction novel and could not put it down! I enjoyed the idyllic setting, supporting cast of characters and an unexpected twist at the end of the story. This is a captivating debut that publishes in January! Add to your TBR and get your pre-orders in.
I received an advanced physical copy from @thoughtsfromapage Lit Lover Patreon Community (Traveling Galley Program). Thank you to Cindy Burnett and publisher Simon and Schuster. I appreciated the opportunity to preview this book. ...more
This debut novel by author Ritu Mukerji was impressive from start to finish! I love this genre mashup of historical fiction and murder mystery. I admiThis debut novel by author Ritu Mukerji was impressive from start to finish! I love this genre mashup of historical fiction and murder mystery. I admired the main protagonist, Dr. Lydia Weston, a trailblazing woman doctor during the late 1800s. I appreciated all the research the author did to write this intriguing story while practicing medicine herself as a physician! The book was filled with plenty of medical terms, secrets, infidelity and a murder mystery that will have you guessing whodunnit until the final pages.
I received an advanced physical copy from @thoughtsfromapage Lit Lover Patreon Community traveling galley program. Thank you to Cindy Burnett and publisher @simonandschuster I appreciated the opportunity to preview this book....more
This debut novel blew me away. I am not a huge fan of climate fiction but this one is brilliant and thought provoking. I enjoyed the story told in mulThis debut novel blew me away. I am not a huge fan of climate fiction but this one is brilliant and thought provoking. I enjoyed the story told in multiple POVs. The author did a fantastic job of describing the setting and I kept looking at the cover trying to picture the world he was describing. It also had plenty of action scenes and a mystery element that kept me engaged. I look forward to reading future books by this author....more
I am ecstatic when authors reach out regarding their newly written books, so supporting them by reading their book is an honor. I went into this one bI am ecstatic when authors reach out regarding their newly written books, so supporting them by reading their book is an honor. I went into this one blind and was delighted with author Lara Martin’s debut novel. This book made me laugh and cry. I adored the protagonist Nina and Lucas and other times I was frustrated at them both. Toward the end, I felt the story was a bit rushed and wanted more from Nina and Lucas. I did love the last few sentences of the book and it made my heart happy! Recommend this one if you like a story filled with family drama, complicated friendships, finding love and even second chances....more
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