I get so revved up when I read books that focus on bullying. It is so difficult for me to read. Perhaps because I went through a bit of that myself. From both sides of the fence. Yes, kids are definitely cruel.
How can you go wrong with a book about service dogs and a law enforcement lesbian handler in training? Answer Key: You can’t.
The author used the word ‘Maudlin’ a few times within this book and I’d have to say that is the key descriptor. Don’t get me wrong, this was a great book. I loved it. But wow it was frustrating to read at times. Both main characters were quite self deprecating and full of self doubt. […]
A charming and romantic holiday meet cute. This is a very short story. A higher education professor and a lower education teacher walk into a bar…
This was a nice, sports-themed, romance. I thought that the idea of a Vegas arena and the team name ‘The Rollers’ was creative. I wish we were this close to having a female NFL kicker.
Kissy Cake This was an adorable, New Years themed, short story. Even though the length was small, it still had the feel of a full length book. The characters had suprising depth. And it was packed full of things. Kilts, family, whiskey, unemployment, workplace harassment, art, cars, brain nerds, cakes, exes, infidelity, higher education, bathrooms, […]
‘Ask Me Again’ is a deeply moving continuation of ‘Ask, Tell.’ It felt as if I was a spectator (or fly on the wall) throughout this entire story. And it was uncomfortable. I imagine Noyes did PTSD justice. It was horrifying to watch Sabine struggle with the changes, actions, and feelings she could not prevent. […]
I’m glad this one was recommended to me. Both the past and current stories interwoven throughout the story were gratifyingly mysterious.
‘Wooing the Farmer’ is a truly tender love story. It is the 3rd installment of the ‘Axedale’ series, but it can be read as a stand-a-lone. The only piece that wasn’t explained for me was a vicar’s previous nickname that was referenced. It did not impact understanding of the story, however.
‘What Happens When’ is an edgy young adult story. Molly is forced out of the closet by her alter drunken ego by making out with a girl during a summer party before her senior year. She is dreading school because she knows she is going to face ridicule. This is her senior year journey of […]