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"This is the final installment in the Rajes series by this author. Although it wasn't my favorite of the series, it was a good book that served as a nice culmination with many Easter eggs from previous books. It followed the last of the Raje siblings- Vansh Raje. It draws you into the culture and current happenings in San Francisco. It's a mix of enemies/friends to lovers between the main characters. You aren't sure if you love or hate the main characters but it draws you in still the same and end up rooting for them to get their happy ending." - M. Bradley

3/4 stars.

"This follows the story of Adrienne and Paul as they discover love in the most unexpected way. Adrienne is telling the love story to her daughter after a tragedy in her life. It offers comfort and hope to both women in this time of need. You are swept away to a North Carolina beach as the couple discovers that love can still happen when you thought it was lost forever. it's never too late to be forgiven either. As with many Nicholas Sparks books, make sure to have the tissues handy. Great listen as an audiobook as well." - M. Bradley

4/4 stars.

"When go-go dancer Jenna Morgan’s boyfriend , Frank, cheats on her with stripers in his New Jersey club, Jenna moves to small-town Invertary, Scotland. Jenna’s calamitous dates earn her the nickname, "Calamity Jenna". When Frank, now mob connected, turns up in Invertary to force Jenna to return home and strip in his club, Invertary’s only cop, Matt Donaldson, puts Jenna under his protective custody. This rom-com is enhanced by family and friendship bonds and plot twists. A fun read." - E. Pasquali

2/4 stars.

"Excited to get my copy the book has great reviews. Well-written like all her books it draws you into the life of the main character. So descriptive you feel a part of the events so much so that I became anxious as a read the book. Worth the read just no all sugar." - F. Schwarz

4/4 stars.

"A Blacksheep and Company Mystery. It’s been awhile since Canadeo has wrote a book in this series. Dana ‘s goddaughter and her sister would like to learn to knit. The sister’s doctors think it will help with lingering problems from a car accident. They decide to have the lesson at the sisters’ home and that when the trouble starts. The book contains a lot of information on service dogs. Thus book will keep you guessing." - F. Schwarz

3/4 stars.

"Book 4 in the Seaside Harbor series we again visit with Lacey Doyle as she receives an unexpected visit from her family. Unfortunately their visit comes at the same time as a planned romantic getaway with her boyfriend. They all go on the weekend and a murder and a mystery follow. Makes you think what else could go wrong." - F. Schwarz

3/4 stars.

"In the small upstate New York town of Pine Grove, Miss May, Teeny, and Chelsea are known for their crime solving skills. When they find Buck Johnson, the head chef of Peter’s Land and Sea Restaurant, poisoned from a cinnamon bun, they spring into action, following clues to Manhattan and Brooklyn. Although it’s part of a series, it can be read a s a stand-alone book. A fast and fun read." - E. Pasquali

2/4 stars.

"I enjoyed this book. While the plot was predictable and the timeline presented was sporadic, it was an easy read. The ending felt rushed but overall enjoyable." - A. Green

3/4 stars.

"Picoult's writing is intricate and powerful. The backstory provided for each character is heartbreaking in their own way. This is not a "beach read" so be prepared to take breaks while reading this book." - A. Green

3/4 stars.

"This novel tells a bizarre story of a young black man who rises to the top of a sales team in a cult-like corporation. As he gains financial power, he sacrifices his relationships with loved ones and explores life in the fast lane with alcohol, drugs, and sex. The book is a tangled mess; the wild ride made me wonder why I was reading it." - D. Zelamsky

1/4 stars.

"Jennifer Grey is the daughter of Joel Grey and starred in the movie Dirty Dancing. She writes about her early life, as a rebellious teen, and her current life in a way we all can relate to. She was engaged to both Matthew Broderick and Johnny Depp, and she won DWTS Season 11. It is a well-written book revealing her own truth. She has been through both happy and sad days like all of us." - L. Caran

4/4 stars.

"This book will stay with me for a while. The main character is endearing, authentic and complex. The story is suspenseful in the right places, historical for depth and just a beautiful read." - A. Green

4/4 stars.

"The Bennet sisters, Sara, Eliza and Holly are all living on Nantucket. Mom, Mae, has just become engaged, but before she can celebrate her engagement, she learns a conglomerate is building a large hotel/spa that will all but put her inn out of business. Mae and the Bennet sisters have two months to try to save the inn. At the same time, Eliza, Sara and Holly are dealing with their own personal crises. Engrossing story line, but because this is Book 6 of a series, the reader is left wondering what happens to the inn and the sisters’ lives." - E. Pasquali

3/4 stars.

"So, breaking from my summer theme of beaches but expanding on tea and bakeries, this cozy mystery series caught my interest. It is set in Pennsylvania Dutch country, one of my favorite places. The main character Daisy has returned to her childhood home and opened a tea garden with her aunt. This first book introduces us to a group of caring characters, the world of tea and scones while solving who murdered a local shop owner." - F. Schwarz

3/4 stars.

"Continuing with my summer beach themed reading the 4th book in the series again is a Fiona Grace cozy mystery with enough silliness to make it a fun read and twist to keep you guessing who the killer is. The cast of characters and love interests keep you invested. And the flavor combos at the different eateries are a bonus." - F. Schwarz

3/4 stars.