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A Sweet Mess by Jayci Lee

Twitter summary: Landon accidentally receives the wrong cake from Aubrey’s bakery and writes a scathing review, ruining Aubrey’s reputation as a pastry chef. Little did they know, they actually met each other at a bar on that fateful day… The good: I was salivating at Lee’s scrumptious food descriptions and thoroughly enjoyed imagining I wasContinue reading “A Sweet Mess by Jayci Lee”

Lady Smoke by Laura Sebastian

Twitter summary: Theo spends the majority of this book divulging her feelings to Soren and pretending to date potential suitors for her hand in marriage. The good: The normally dreaded Book 2 of a trilogy was not the case for this series. I can’t predict how this series will end and I am loving it.Continue reading “Lady Smoke by Laura Sebastian”

Majesty by Katharine McGee

Twitter summary: Beatrice is now the first Queen of America. Samantha is still irresponsible. Don’t even get me started on Daphne. No idea why Nina is still in this series. The good: The only redeeming protagonist that I enjoyed was Beatrice. Thank goodness she finally stood up for herself. You go, Queen Bee. The bad:Continue reading “Majesty by Katharine McGee”

Broken Strings by Eric Walters and Kathy Kacer

Twitter summary: Shirli unravels her grandfather’s hidden past while searching the attic for props to use in her junior high musical. The good: Set in 2002, not long after 9/11, Walters and Kacer writes a beautiful story about Shirli, her grandfather’s past life experiences and the power of music. The key plot points were upliftingContinue reading “Broken Strings by Eric Walters and Kathy Kacer”

Rage and Ruin by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Twitter summary: Trinity and Zayne, now bonded, can’t resist each other and Zayne is now as vulnerable as a human. Oh, and the Harbinger finally makes an appearance. The good: That’s who the Harbinger is, what?! Zayne is now a — what?! Armentrout has built this rich and captivating world of earthly Avengers (haha) andContinue reading “Rage and Ruin by Jennifer L. Armentrout”

Growing Young by Marta Zaraska

Twitter summary: Stop buying the organic gluten-free food and popping dozens of supplements. Instead, focus on strengthening relationships and finding purpose in life. The good: I appreciated how Zaraska presented a well-balanced perspective (backed with scientific research) on the current day healthy living fads, e.g., fitness trackers, super foods and zen retreats. Each chapter isContinue reading “Growing Young by Marta Zaraska”

Paris Is Always a Good Idea by Jenn McKinlay

Twitter summary: After learning that her father is suddenly remarrying, Chelsea embarks on a quest to rekindle three old loves from her post-college gap year. Too bad she can’t seem to get rid of her annoying coworker. The good: I want this warm and fuzzy feeling to last. McKinlay wrote a perfect blend of fun,Continue reading “Paris Is Always a Good Idea by Jenn McKinlay”

See No Stranger by Valarie Kaur

Twitter summary: “Out in the world, I notice the unconscious biases that arise in me when I look at faces on the street or in the news. To practice seeing each of them as a sister or brother or family member, I say in my mind: You are a part of me that I doContinue reading “See No Stranger by Valarie Kaur”

Great and Precious Things by Rebecca Yarros

Twitter summary: Life is full of choices. The good: This book has substance — I initially thought it was just about a macho guy coming back home after years away — and it was heart-warming to read. I loved Cam’s fortitude in fighting for his dad’s choice. Yarros writes a beautiful story about the relationshipsContinue reading “Great and Precious Things by Rebecca Yarros”

Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn

Twitter summary: A talented hand-lettering artist predicted her client’s failed marriage and left a secret message on the wedding program. A year later, the ex-groom-to-be comes knocking on her door. The good: I’ve read many Chick Lit books and so I enjoyed the different culmination of the book. Readers, you’re in for a surprise becauseContinue reading “Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn”