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I Who Have Never Known Men
by Jacqueline Harpman
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I really enjoyed this book which was recommended by a friend. It's a short read but an interesting story about a group of women who are imprisoned with no idea on how they got there. I couldn't put the book down once it got going!

Stranger in the Lifeboat
by Mitch Albom
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Makes you think.

The Secret Life of Sunflowers
by Marta Molnar
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This is one of those books where you should definitely not judge a book by its cover. I almost didn’t read it because it looked like a boring book about native Americans (not saying books about NA are boring…this just looked like it would be). It’s not boring and not about NA. It’s historical fiction about Vincent van Gogh’s sister in law, Jo, and her troubles and how she persevered to eventually get his works seen and appreciated world wide. It’s also about a fictional current-day woman and how she reads Jo’s diary and comes to learn about her and be inspired by her. It's a book that kept me reading, enjoying, and learning throughout.

Seven Days In June
by Tia Williams
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Seven Days in June is sexy, smart, and achingly real. Eva and Shane’s second-chance love story pulses with heat and heartbreak, but it’s their emotional scars—addiction, illness, abandonment—that make the connection unforgettable. Tia Williams writes with wit and soul, blending laughter with pain in a way that feels deeply human. It’s a romance, yes—but it’s also a reckoning.

The Fourth Closet: Five Nights At Freddy’s (original Trilogy Book 3)
by Scott Cawthon
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The Fourth Closet is wild, dark, and full of shocking twists. It dives deep into identity, grief, and the terrifying truth behind the animatronics. Just when you think it’s over, it pulls you back in. A creepy, emotional, and intense end to the trilogy.

Chainsaw Man, Vol. 6
by Tatsuki Fujimoto
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Once again the books are not falling short; my parents have been reading it with us and the drama with fantasy has us engaged plus they want to make sure it is kept appropriate. It is better detailed than a television series which is great for improving my vocabulary.

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.

Good Material
by Dolly Alderton
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This book offers a witty and relatable exploration of heartbreak from a male perspective, capturing the ups and downs of navigating life after a breakup. While I appreciated the humor and introspection, I sometimes found Andy's self-pity a bit grating, making it hard to fully enjoy his journey.

Water For Elephants
by Sara Gruen
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Mesmerizing novel set in an enchanting world of a Depression-era traveling circus. With its richly drawn characters and a compelling blend of romance, adventure, and historical detail, this book is a heartfelt and unforgettable journey.

The Wife Upstairs
by Rachel Hawkins
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I don't normally read lighthearted, true crime type thrillers, but this book was exactly the fodder I needed to get me engrossed in a story during a time of loss. Many of the criticisms I read in other reviews talked about how the story was predictable, but this is what I liked about it. I don't do well with suspense, so reading a Jane Eyre reimagination (one of my favorite books) was good, predictable comfort reading.
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