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Widget and the Puppy
by Lyn Rossiter McFarland

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I really really liked it!

Fortune And Glory Janet Evanovich
by Janet Evanovich Stephanie Plum Series

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Always a fun mystery and hysterical dialogue.

The Girls Weekend
by Jody Gehrman

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When five best friends from college get together an exciting evening of reconnection soon turns into a nightmare when they wake to find blood on the stairs... and one of them missing. All who remain have their own reasons for wanting Sadie MacTavish gone but no one can remember the events of the night before, leaving everyone to wonder who is responsible.. and if it could have been themselves. A satisfyingly well written who-done-it with a trick up its sleeve. While the truth revealed may not be as fun as the journey to get there, this mystery thriller is believable in its unveiling and wraps up nicely with well-rounded and interesting characters. Some gore and sexual content, though nothing explicit or gratuitous. If you enjoy audiobooks, I would highly recommend this format as the narrator is excellent- think film noir female detective.

Southernmost
by Silas House

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Southernmost by Silas House follows former preacher Asher Sharp as he flees his former home with his son, Justin, after losing him in a custody battle. Asher finds safety in Key West as he searches for the brother he betrayed years earlier. As he comes to terms with his new found beliefs about the world and God, Asher must also come to terms with what he has done and the consequences of his actions. Beautiful pros that encapsulate a human's struggle with faith, love, and human connection. House also does a lovely job creating a believable setting, from the terrifying floods of Tennessee to the sticky heat of Key West, and believable characters you can't help but relate to. I would recommend this title for anyone who loves literary, Southern fiction.

Something Wicked: book one
by E.X. Ferrars

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In this English mystery, retired Professor Andrew Basnett vacates his city apartment during a renovation and escapes to his nephew's country cottage during a blizzard that takes out the power, forcing neighbors to act neighborly--something that hasn't happened since the last blizzard six years prior where an (unsolved!) murder occurred. However, as the neighbors begin to share memories of that murderous blizzard, Professor Basnett unwittingly uncovers clues that could place him in danger. This traditional mystery is a quick read with a cozy setting and interesting characters who aren't always as they seem...

Egg Or Eyeball
by Cece Bell

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It was a good book but might be confusing for little kids.

Snow
by John Banville

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This historical mystery is set in a remote Irish village in 1957 in the midst of a heavy snowfall. The crime occurs within the first two pages--and due to the graphic nature of the murder, I was quite glad it was behind me. However, the gory details were replayed throughout the story because...well, if I reveal the reason it will spoil the plot for readers! The author does an excellent job describing the characters and setting in amazingly realistic detail, creating subtle nuances that kept me reading until the crime was solved. The New York Times reviewed "Snow" and says that “Banville sets up and then deftly demolishes the Agatha Christie format…superbly rich and sophisticated.”

The Proposal
by Jasmine Gilloury

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The Proposal is a fun Romantic Comedy that turns the classic romance heroin trope on its head. Nikole Paterson is not one for grand gestures of love, so when her boyfriend of 5 months proposes on the jumbotron at Dodgers stadium she has to let him down easy. But public humiliation is hard to take. Enter Dr. Carlos Ibarra. He sweeps Nikole out of the stadium and they begin a friendship that leads to more. Both parties agree a casual relationship is for the best... until Carlos reveals he's fallen in love. But when love has only ever let her down Nikole must decide if he's worth the risk. While the plot line is a bit formulaic and doesn't bring many new elements to the genre the characters are relatable and likeable and leave you crossing your fingers that love will prevail. Overall a quick, fun read.

Fiercombe Manor
by Kate Riordan

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I loved this book. This is one of those historical titles that you take your time with, not a fast read. I wanted to let the words soak in and be absorbed. The closer I got to the end, I didn’t want to stop reading but I didn’t want it to end either. The way the author weaves between the decades is amazing! The ending is a bit dark, but this novel was so good. I really could relate to Alice. She was such an innocent character just trying to find her way and stumbled along making mistakes. Also this novel did not have too many characters, but just enough. All the characters were likable, but Alice was my favorite!

Washington Black
by Esi Edugyan

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This book told the story George Washington Black, a young slave who departs life on a sugar plantation aboard a cloud cutter. His story unfolds over the years as he journeys the globe, avoiding a bounty hunter, honing his artistic and scientific knowledge, and falling in love. At every turn, the color of his skin is a barrier to his success or a threat to his life, but his thirst for knowledge and wonder at the world see him through.