The Labours of Mrs Stella Ryman: Further Fairmount Manor Mysteries by Mel Anastasiou My rating: 3 of 5 stars Mrs Stella Ryman is everything I hope to be when I grow up, except for the whole not having family around all the time thing. I love how she really thinks through situations and tries to … Continue reading The Labours of Mrs Stella Ryman
Reticence
Reticence by Gail Carriger My rating: 4 of 5 stars I love that this series didn't just focus on Rue. Rue is a great character, and I dearly love Sophronia and Alexia, but the Tunstell twins bring such an interesting dynamic to the story that they deserve the character development they received.I kept making note … Continue reading Reticence
Mr. Lemoncello’s All-Star Breakout Game
Mr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout Game by Chris Grabenstein My rating: 3 of 5 stars Every time I read one of the books in this series, I wish the library was real. The new characters brought something to the story without taking a lot of focus away from the main characters. They were fleshed out enough … Continue reading Mr. Lemoncello’s All-Star Breakout Game
Sales Blitz: The Isle of Gold
Title: Isle of Gold Series: Daughters Jones Trilogy, Bk 1 Author: Seven Jane Genre: YA Historical Fantasy Release Date: 10.8.2018 Publisher: Black Spot Books The year is 1716—the Golden Age of the Pirates. An orphan who sleeps in the dusty kitchens of a quayside brothel, Merrin Smith is desperate to unravel the secrets of her … Continue reading Sales Blitz: The Isle of Gold
Dad Is Fat
Dad Is Fat by Jim Gaffigan My rating: 3 of 5 stars I have to say, I think Jim is a much better father than he says he is. I've known some bad ones, and they wouldn't care even a quarter as much as he does. When I got to the parts about sleeping arrangements, … Continue reading Dad Is Fat
Boldfinger
Death by Cliché 3: Boldfinger by Bob Defendi My rating: 4 of 5 stars I'm really hoping there is a fourth book coming out, because Mr. Defendi, I have questions. For me, this series keeps getting better. I think the first book was hard for me to understand because I don't play the types of … Continue reading Boldfinger
The Moon Stealers and the Quest for the Silver Bough
The Moon Stealers and the Quest for the Silver Bough by Tim Flanagan My rating: 3 of 5 stars This book jumps back and forth between MI6 and their investigation and the kids trying to find Peter with the help of an unexpected ally. My thoughts were all over the place while reading, and I … Continue reading The Moon Stealers and the Quest for the Silver Bough
Sal and Gabi Break the Universe
Sal and Gabi Break the Universe by Carlos Hernandez My rating: 3 of 5 stars I don't know what I was expecting from this book, but this was a wild ride from start to finish. I appreciate that it wasn't just some book where the kids go on some adventure, but the kids are dealing … Continue reading Sal and Gabi Break the Universe
The Super Life of Ben Braver
The Super Life of Ben Braver by Marcus Emerson My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is one of those books that I picked up at a Scholastic warehouse sale because it looked interesting and the little blurb I read sounded good. Marcus Emerson did not disappoint. This is the first book of his that … Continue reading The Super Life of Ben Braver
Hotdog People and Other Bite-Size Sacrifices
Hotdog People and Other Bite-Size Sacrifices by Dan Magdich My rating: 3 of 5 stars Dan Magdich's children are full of personality which comes through with every story told. From wanting to be a cheese hustler, chopping necks, and running away from doctors, these kids keep their parents hands full. I appreciate that this wasn't … Continue reading Hotdog People and Other Bite-Size Sacrifices
The Furious Reader 