Mysterious Saturday Review: Blackberry Pie Murder

* Book 17 in the Hannah Swensen series* 

On a rainy day, Hannah and Lisa are having trouble seeing the road. Due to lightning, Hannah wants to make it around the bend where there is some cover before pulling off the road until visibility improves. A branch in the road makes her lose control. She swerves and accidentally hits a man.

Devastated, Hannah knows that while it was an accidents, she's still responsible. With no ID on the man, she's curious to his identity and why he was in town. Can Hannah uncover more about this past to understand his injuries that don't match up with those made by her cookie truck?

My Thoughts: I love this series - but in no way did I expect this turn of events. I love how everyone rallies around Hannah. What an awful thing that could happen to anyone. I felt horrible for Hannah - for her heartache and all that guilt. I love the baking scenes, the Moishe scenes (especially with him and the treadmill), and the conversations about the wedding. I can't wait to read the next book to see how it all turns out.

Cover Thoughts: Cute
Source: My Library.

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Mini Review: Ring and Crown

Book 1 in a new series

Last week I had a giveaway of this great book and compared it to Taylor Swift's song Love Story.

I really really enjoyed this book and here are a few reasons:

* Multiple perspectives

* A kingdom in trouble

* Magic

* The aftermath of War and trying to figure out peace

* Romances and Alliances (Love vs Duty)

* The Friendships

I devoured this book and can't wait to see what happens next!

Cover Thoughts: It's ok.
Source: Book sent for review

Review: Assassin's Blade

* Prequel to Throne of Glass * 

I'm so in love with this series. I found it fascinating to see Celaena's life before Throne of Glass - her dealings with Sam and Arobynn.

Here's what I loved:

1. Seeing Celaene rise to power

2. Her Consciousness - and how it didn't matter, she was going to do the right thing

3. The feelings - especially at the end. 

4. Her banter with Sam

5. Her love for girly material things - made her a bit more human

6. Her time in the desert.

If you haven't read this series yet - what are you waiting for? Run to your library/bookstore and grab it.

Books I'm Dying to Read: June Edition

Here's a list of books I can't wait to get my hands on come June- and there's a lot of them! 

Since Last Summer: Love Joanna Philbin and can't wait to see what happens next

#Scandal: In the social media age - one moment can ruin everything

Suddenly Last Summer: Loved the first book in the series - dying to read more about this family

Tea Shop of Lavender Lane: Life in Icicle Falls is always a great read - book 5 in this series with small town charm.

Beekeeper's Ball: Sequel to the Apple Orchard - can't wait to see what happens next.

Cinderella's Dress: Kate's family protects the real Cinderella's dresses - but trouble appears in the family and in the world.

Engaged in Murder: First in a new series about a woman starting a new business - creating the perfect proposal. 

Diva Wraps it Up: Love this series - looks like a Christmas cozy mystery

Top Secret 21: Still loving this series

Body in the Woods: 3 teens find a dead body in the woods - first in a new mystery series

Thicker than Water: Can't wait to see what happens to Max in the second book.

Manhunt: 3rd book in the Silver Jaguar Society - this time it's about an art heist!

Lost Mission: Loved the first book and can't wait to see what happens next to Boy Nobody.

Murder Complex: Described as action packed, blood soaked thriller = I'm so there!

My Faire Lady: Finding love while working at a Renaissance Fair

Top Ten Tuesday: Bookish Items

This week's topic is Bookish things I'd like to own. So many great things to look at! 

- meme from The Broke and the Bookish

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Tween Tuesday Review: Persephone the Daring

* Book 11 in the Goddess Girls series *

When Persephone sees the results of a quiz from teen scrollazine, her heart sinks. Who wants to be known as dependable - isn't that just another word for boring. She needs to find a way to shred her image and fast!

When Persephone's dared to ask Orpheus (a rock star) for his autograph, she just might have found a way to be more spontaneous.  Soon Orpheus is staying at Mount Olympus Academy. Persephone get to know his girl friend. With her help, Persephone could soon become more daring. But is it for the best?

My Thoughts: I really like this series for the group of friends. They're sweet, thoughtful, and always have each other's backs. I felt bad for Persephone while she thought people found her boring, but I liked her working through her unhappiness.

Cover Thoughts: Cute
Source: My Library

Mini Review: Tape it and Make it

Various crafts made out of duct tape.

The Good: The book's split up into categories: Accessories, bags, stickers, toys...I think the Vest would be fun to make. The directions are great - complete with pictures. I love the Penguin pillow. Very creative craft ideas.

The Bad: I wish the projects had levels - some of them look a bit harder than others.

Overall Verdict: A great book for someone who loves creating projects with duct tape. I'm guessing this book will get checked out frequently at the library.

Cover Thoughts: LOVE the edging of the cover to look like duct tape
Source: My Library

Adult Review: Once in a Lifetime

 * Book 9 in the Lucky Harbor series *

Aubrey's had a rough year, but she's determined to succeed. She plans to re-open her decease Aunt's bookstore and make it a warm inviting place.  In working in the building, Audrey decides that she also needs to work on herself.

She writes a list of people she's wronged and works through it trying to right her past. Ben's on that list and given their chemistry, it's going to be hard to acknowledge her mistake. What if she loses him?

My Thoughts: I Love this series so much. I loved Audrey's story - trying to find inner peace and admitting to past failings. I admire that. I love that she's working to make the bookstore a cozy place for reading and hanging out. I really Enjoyed Bemn - especially his interactions with the kids. It was very sweet. As always, the ladies of town make it giggle. Another fabulous Lucky Harbor novel; I hope this series never ends.

Cover Thoughts: Cute
Source: My Library