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”
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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”
Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron
Quote: “I can’t blame her, but that’s not for me. I don’t want to be saved by some knight in shining armor. I’d like to be the one in the armor, and I’d like to be the one doing the saving.” The good: This book started out strong — the words flowed beautifully together. IContinue reading “Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron”
By the Book by Amanda Sellet
Twitter summary: Mary Porter-Malcolm, an avid reader, has learned everything from the classics except understanding real life friendships and romance. The good: Loved all of the literary references — it reminded me that I have so many more books to read! Wish I was that well read at Mary’s age! The bad: Unfortunately, I feelContinue reading “By the Book by Amanda Sellet”
We Are Never Meeting In Real Life by Samantha Irby
Twitter summary: The comedic life experience essays of Samantha Irby The good: Irby is refreshingly honest about her past and experiences while openly writing (speaking) her mind. All the power to you, girl! The bad: I did not enjoy reading the essays but I think I would prefer listening to them via an audiobook. IContinue reading “We Are Never Meeting In Real Life by Samantha Irby”
The Sugar Brain Fix by Mike Dow
Twitter summary: Why you’re addicted to sugar, how it’s shrinking your brain and what to do to fix it. The good: Generally decent book for beginners just starting out on a health journey and want to reduce their processed sugar intake, re-balance their serotonin and dopamine levels and learn the basics of a healthier dietContinue reading “The Sugar Brain Fix by Mike Dow”
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