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The Cuban Affair
by Nelson DeMille
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1.5 star rating Honestly I was hoping I would’ve liked this book but it got too repetitive and dragged on for too long. I stopped at chapter 48. The characters were good and the humor was also good, but the story felt all over the place and felt like it strayed away from the plot. Sometimes it felt like there wasn’t a plot at all. Not really the best first book I’ve read by this author, but I’m willing to give another book a go.

Red, White & Royal Blue
by Casey McQuiston
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This is, quite literally, the best book I have ever read. This is my third or fourth time rereading the book and I fall more and more in love with it each time I read it. Red, White, and Royal Blue is a perfect book - unique, captivating storyline, relatable characters, perfect tropes, entertaining dialogue, and gorgeous writing. I can't express my love for this book in words. Everything was just immaculate, Casey McQuiston is an amazing author. Even as someone who is very disinterested in politics and government, this book was so fun to read over and over again and kept me reading.

Let Me Hold You
by Alexandria House
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This one is passionate, complicated, and messy in the best way. There’s a lot of heat, but it also unpacks real stuff—fatherhood, identity, emotional growth. You’ll want to yell at the characters and root for them at the same time. A spicy, grown-folk rollercoaster you’ll be glad you rode.

Goodbye, My Princess
by Fei Wo Si Cun
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Wow. I started this at midnight, and by the time I got to the page 50 mark, I already knew I was going to be pulling an all-nighter to finish it. Didn't go to bed until 4 in the morning, but it was SO worth it. This book literally has me scouring Reddit for other translated Chinese novels. It was such a refreshing read (actually, it was super depressing, but that's neither here nor there). I feel like the synopsis doesn't fully capture what this story is about, because the romance---while present---isn't even the most impactful part of the story, and there is SO much more that happens. I can't even really describe it well to convince someone to read it because there is too much to say. If you like Asian-focused historical fantasies with just enough magic present without having to familiarize yourself with a convoluted magic system, I so highly urge (urge!) you to read this. Do not let the fact that this book is part of the YA collection deter you from picking it up, it is a gold mine. If I could choose only one book to reread for the rest of my life, it would immediately be this one.

Howdunit: A Masterclass In Crime Writing By Members Of The Detection Club
by Martin Edwards
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Though at times long winded and repetitive, this book is a good read for anyone interested in crime writing. Giving insights from masters of the art, it's worth reading through even if you aren't essentially interested in crime writing itself, but writing in general.

None Shall Sleep
by Ellie Marney
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Ok, so you are kidding me right now. I was so excited about this and thought it would be so good but it did not meet my expectations. I was hooked and then I was not and then I was and then I was not. I felt the storyline and plot were not as consistent as they should have been. I am in between rating this a one and a two star but I think it is a one. I would have rated it a two if they ended up kissing but that never happened so now I am upset. I kind of hope there is another one after this since they get another opportunity at the end of the book. I might read if there is one.

The Wedding People
by Alison Espach
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I really enjoyedthis book1 It was an unusual story - very creative! I like to think that I can imagine the character's storyline continuing - Maybe there will be a part 2!

Rebecca
by Daphne DuMaurier
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This is the story of a young woman who becomes the 2nd wife of Maxim de Winter. They move to his home Manderley. His 1st wife, Rebecca, died there under unknown circumstances. The sinister housekeeper Mrs. Danvers remains and is still only loyal to Rebecca. Strange events happen in this house. The descriptions of history and events are well described but the story is sometimes hard to follow. You will be surprised by the ending.

Abducted
by Diane Webber
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As a simple summary of the Case of the kidnapped toddler, Charles Lindbergh Jr., I feel the images and brief text were enough to satisfy my curiosity, piqued because I now live near Hopewell, NJ where the "Lindbergh baby" was kidnapped and later found dead. Recently, someone in my world mentioned this murder while speaking about the historical sites and structures located in Hopewell, NJ, and I remember my grandmother speaking compassionately about the toddler who was 20 months old on March 1st, 1932, when kidnapped (my grandmom was almost 22 years old and newly married, possibly considering beginning a family).

Hour of the Pumpkin Queen: Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas
by Megan Sheherd
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Young Adult Fiction Book 2 The Pumpkin Queen This is a sequel!! Read Long Live the Pumpkin Queen first! A wonder-filled story with excitement at every turn. What a fine way to continue the story of the characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Magical holiday realms, disastrous spells, daring adventures and the power of friendships help this story succeed. can't wait for the next book!
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