I’m really beginning to like Mallory! In Mallory and the Mystery Diary she finds a diary from the late 1800s in Stacey’s attic. Mallory makes a reader of Buddy Barrett and together they solve the mystery of the diary. Loved this book! I also really liked how Mallory worked with Buddy to make him a reader. I know that feeling and it is a great […]
Tag: Contemporary
ARC Review: Forgotten Bones by Vivian Barz *Stephanie’s Review*
Once I heard the words “cold case” when reading the pitch for Forgotten Bones by Vivian Barz I was in. I can’t tell you how glad I am that I read this book. It took no time at all to fall into this one. The first chapter opens with a sighting of a little boy in denim overalls and a car crash. From there I […]
4/19 Nostalgia Read Wrap Up
This is the second Super Special book and one that I’ve never read before. It was filled with typical summer camp experiences. I actually enjoyed some of the non-Stoneybrook campers too! Logan even had a section which was new and exciting! I’m really enjoying reading these books in chronological order and not just by series. It really helps to fill in some of the cracks. […]
The Shadow Cabinet by Maureen Johnson *Stephanie’s Review*
I have really mixed feelings on The Shadow Cabinet by Maureen Johnson. I really thought this was a trilogy and I’d be wrapping a series. Not only is this not a trilogy but it has the typical Maureen Johnson cliffhanger ending. In a way this sort of set me up for failure but it wasn’t an entirely bad situation. On the other hand I got […]
ARC Review – The View from Alameda Island by Robyn Carr *Stephanie’s Review*
When I was approached about reviewing The View from Alameda Island by Robyn Carr I didn’t hesitate to accept! You see I started for the first time her Virgin River series just the past year and I’ve read a stand alone The Summer That Made Us and really enjoyed them all! Carr doesn’t waste much time and she lets you know she’s coming for your […]