I don't read too many biographies/memoirs, but if I do it's on a celebrity. Since my daughter and I read the Harry Potter books together a few years aI don't read too many biographies/memoirs, but if I do it's on a celebrity. Since my daughter and I read the Harry Potter books together a few years ago I thought it'd be nice to read this one together.
Sometimes we think actors are really just like their characters and I will admit I wasn't a fan of Draco ~ he's the character you love to hate. And I'm not really sure if I have seen him in any other films. Luckily he wasn't the big meany pants that we were used to seeing on screen. I loved reading how they were really all a big family.
He tells his story of being in the public eye and his struggles with alcohol and drug use. Of course I wasn't aware of his struggles, since I don't follow him, so I appreciated his candor and willingness to get help.
I love what he said about Neville and how he very much looked the part, until "each year, when we all congregated to make the next film, Matthew was ever so slightly hunkier, which meant that -physically speaking - he was ever so slightly less Neville-like." They had to give him a wedge behind his ears, fake teeth and a little fat suit to stop him looking like the hunk he was becoming. I mean HELLO, have you seen him lately? If not, google Matthew Lewis if you need some 33 year old eye candy. Luckily I'm not too old that I sound creepy saying that.
I grabbed a physical copy from my library too so I could leaf through it. I enjoyed looking at the pictures that showed his life growing up with his family, and on sets, and the lifelong friendships he made along the way.
I love that it was narrated by Tom. I feel it gives his story a little more oomph. It's 6 hours and 36 minutes. I am used to listening at 2-2.5x, but my daughter is not, so we mostly were around 2x. With his accent it is a little difficult to understand him at super speed, so 2x was a sweet spot.
Daughters thoughts ~ it was good. She's a lady of many words ...more
Featuring ~ single 1st person POV, dual timeline, death of fiancé, secrets
Our main characters are: Colbie ~ surviving fiance Phi3.25⭐ for the audiobook
Featuring ~ single 1st person POV, dual timeline, death of fiancé, secrets
Our main characters are: Colbie ~ surviving fiance Phil ~ deceased fiance James ~ Colbie's BFF Eric ~ Phil's BFF Miles ~ a close friend
One year after the wedding day death of Phil, Colbie goes away for the weekend with James, Eric and Miles in order to open letters written to the bride and groom. There's one letter in there that opens up a whole can of worms.
I did like the plot and the dual timeline of the present and a year before on the wedding day. I wouldn't say it was super suspenseful, but it kept me intrigued and patiently waiting to know how Phil died and what his secret was. The secret was on the meh side for me. For the most part I didn't really mind any of the main characters. I hated the characters I was supposed to ~ Phil's parents and Colbie's sister. I was surprised about the ending, not the death part but the end end, and I'm not sure I liked it.
Narrated by Subhadra Newton for 6 hours on the dot, easy to follow at 2x. She did a lovely job and I didn't mind her male voices.
*Thanks to Dreamscape Media, the author and NetGalley for an audiobook copy. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
Information from the author ~ The Night Garden is a dark paranormal romance short. It contains dark, mature themes that may not be suited for all readInformation from the author ~ The Night Garden is a dark paranormal romance short. It contains dark, mature themes that may not be suited for all readers. Featuring ~ dual POV, monster romance, morally grey MCs, explicit sex, cursing, violence/gore, body horror, dom/sub, DubCon, praise/deg, BDSM, unique appendages, primal kink, biting, tragic pasts
This is my first monster romance and I'm not really sure I understood what I read. However, I think it sounded almost poetic. At only 28 pages I can't say too much, so if any of the above interests you give it a whirl.
*Thanks to RE Johnson for sending me a copy to read. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
3⭐ Publication date ~ November 14, 2022 Page Count ~ 240 Audio length ~ 7 hours 6 minutes Narrator ~ Anne-Marie Piazza POV ~ dual 3rd Featuring ~ dual tim3⭐ Publication date ~ November 14, 2022 Page Count ~ 240 Audio length ~ 7 hours 6 minutes Narrator ~ Anne-Marie Piazza POV ~ dual 3rd Featuring ~ dual timeline, slow start, pregnancy, IVF, secrets, these triggers kind of make for a (view spoiler)[teen pregnancy, rape references, death of baby (hide spoiler)], so view at your own risk.
Jackie is the midwife and Lauren is the mother. Secrets from the past intertwine in the present.
Unfortunately, this was super slow going for me and I didn't really care for either main character, or the side characters for that matter. The flashbacks back to 1995 kept me listening so I could how it would all play out.
I didn't write down specifically what was written, but this had me like what?? ~ she smelled smoke, so she grabbed a knife. Do ya plan on stabbing the flames?? Perhaps she should concentrate on getting her preggers self out of the house before the smoke inhalation kicks in.
Narration notes ~ so when she was speaking in whichever POV character we were on she did a fine job, but when she had to do other voices she totally slowed down her speaking like she had to concentrate on it. I could've went for a second narrator for some distinction.
*Thanks to Bookouture Audio, the author and NetGalley for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
Re-released with updates ~ originally published in 2017 as My Image of You
Featuring ~ dual 1st person POV, 2 part story, insta-lov3.5⭐ rounded up.
Re-released with updates ~ originally published in 2017 as My Image of You
Featuring ~ dual 1st person POV, 2 part story, insta-love, age gap (33 & 25), photographer, nurse, parental neglect
The intriguing prologue had me waiting ages and ages to find out what happened to lead to the circumstances of Ally's memory loss.
Part 1 is told solely by Adam, a super famous, wealthy travel photographer. He is controlling, obsessive and possessive from the moment he meets Ally, and honestly he was giving me creepy vibes for quite a bit. He was all about how manipulating her family is, but hello pot have ya met kettle? I did like part 2 Adam much more than part 1.
Elena was a fun, sassy lady and I loved her commitment to the animal shelter. Sarah wins the award for worst mother of the century.
Part 2 picks up where the prologue left off and we finally get some chapters from Ally's POV. Ally comes off very immature and weak. And I know most of it stems from her family life, but I was waiting with bated breath for far too long for her to grow up. I was really frustrated with her at the 54% mark. It took a bit, but I'm happy she finally matured into a strong woman.
Overall, a good read and I really liked the epilogue.
*Thanks to Melanie Moreland and Valentine PR for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
I have to preface by saying that poetry is not my typical genre, but, as always, I'll give some thoughts.
There are 109 individually titled poems withiI have to preface by saying that poetry is not my typical genre, but, as always, I'll give some thoughts.
There are 109 individually titled poems within this collection. Some are short and some are a couple of kindle pages worth. They each convey thoughts of life and love in different ways and how they have an emotional impact. I found each of them to flow into the next one well.
Some quotes that I enjoyed ~ Love touches the heart Love embraces the soul Love shapes dreams Love creates hopes Love makes characters Love cries Love suffers And love needs a hand Love needs a hug
The point of love Is not to point The wrong It's to paint The right
I think this would appeal to those that enjoy poetry.
*Thanks to the author for providing me with a copy to read. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
3⭐ Publication date ~ book ~ September 19, 2022, audio ~ November 8, 2022 Page Count ~ 338 Audio length ~ 7 hours 21 minutes Narrator ~ , Leslie Howard POV3⭐ Publication date ~ book ~ September 19, 2022, audio ~ November 8, 2022 Page Count ~ 338 Audio length ~ 7 hours 21 minutes Narrator ~ , Leslie Howard POV ~ dual 1st Featuring ~ dual timeline, snowed in, rich husband, psychiatrist, missing person, mystery
Told in the now by Trisha and in the before by Adrienne with some transcripts thrown in for fun. This approach was a good call to build up the suspense.
Adrienne is a psychiatrist and seemed a little cray cray. Trisha was really getting on my nerves being so scared of the house and she seemed a little cray cray, too. Plenty of secrets to go around. Also, if you're snowed in and don't know when you'll be able to get out for food why are you throwing away perfectly cooked eggs?? wasteful.
So I am going to put this one in the middle. It wasn't a perfect thriller ~ I liked some things and didn't like some other things. I'm still wondering how the twist didn't dawn on me sooner cuz it's rather obvious looking back. Interesting ending though.
Narration notes ~ fine job, but wish I could've sped it up some more without it skipping. Her voice was a little slow and I really wish there were 2 different narrators or some distinction between characters. I'm wondering if I would've enjoyed it a tad more if I read it rather than listened.
*Thanks to the author, Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for the advance audiobook. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
3.75⭐ Genre ~ contemporary romance Series ~ Bossy Single Dad #2 Others in the series ~ Billionaire Grump Setting ~ Montana Publication date ~ November 18,3.75⭐ Genre ~ contemporary romance Series ~ Bossy Single Dad #2 Others in the series ~ Billionaire Grump Setting ~ Montana Publication date ~ November 18, 2022 Page Count ~ 308 (13 chapters +e) Audio length ~ 4 hours 22 minutes Narrator ~ Skye Alley POV ~ dual 1st Featuring ~ grump/sunshine, billionaire, single dad, social media influencer, minimal steamage
Logan & Cali Cali is a vlogger and staying at Logan's ski resort in order to review it and these two don't get off on the right foot. As they spend more time together their attraction grows and leads to a steamy night. I was totally loving all of Logan's grumpiness, but then it got to be too much with his hot and cold, throwing tantrums crap.
Overall, it was a quick and easy read. I liked Logan and his daughter Julianna's relationship and her typical teenagerness. I could have went for more closure on the whole Bridget fiasco though.
I wasn't expecting Levi from Billionaire Grump to make as many appearances as he did and I liked it.
*Thanks to Willow Fox and Booksprout for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
Narration notes: I did not listen to this one, but am just giving the info above for reference.
A rare full on 5⭐ from me. Genre ~ contemporary romance Series ~ The Dalton Family #3 Others in the series ~ The Lawyer, The Billionaire Setting ~ CaliforA rare full on 5⭐ from me. Genre ~ contemporary romance Series ~ The Dalton Family #3 Others in the series ~ The Lawyer, The Billionaire Setting ~ California Publication date ~ June 28, 2022 Page Count ~ 364 Audio length ~ 10 hours and 26 minutes. Narrators ~ Summer Morton and Wayne Mitchell POV ~ dual 1st Featuring ~ single dad, boss/nanny, lawyer, age gap, forced proximity, fast burn, lotsa steamage
Ford & Sydney They meet at a bar, make googly eyes and are off to explore their instant attraction. Then Sydney discreetly applies to be his nanny and the brakes are put on their exploration.
Break out the fan cuz these two will give you 2nd degree burns with their smoking hot chemistry.
I am usually not a fan of children in my romance books, but Ford makes me second guess that. He's such a great dad with Everly and she has him wrapped around her precious little finger. Sydney is so patient and great with her. I love that Dominic and Jenner are doting uncles too.
I really can't think of anything I disliked and that's super rare ~ maybe I could have went for a more clever title, there that's something. Between the steamage, shocking revelation and an adorable epilogue it was all around perfection.
Series notes: A standalone, but do yourself a favor and read the first two.
Narration notes: They did a perfect job, even with their opposite sex voices.
*Thanks to Marni Mann, Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for the advance audiobook. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
First of all, I love Finley so much. He's so adorable and I love his toothy grin. The title is great too. Overall, the book is super cute, BUT I am noFirst of all, I love Finley so much. He's so adorable and I love his toothy grin. The title is great too. Overall, the book is super cute, BUT I am not sure about the message for 4-8 year olds.
All Finley wants to do is ride the train through Alaska, but the conductor kicks him off because he's 'a wild animal'. He comes up with the idea to put a costume on to make him be less noticeable. My favorite was the hot dog with his bird friend as the mustard. All of the costumes are fun, but time and time again he's kicked off because 'rules are rules'. However, when Finley's help is needed to get a tree off the tracks he's deemed a hero and is now allowed to have his dream come true to ride the train.
So here's my gripe about the message ~ the book makes it seem like it's okay to be sneaky to get what you want and then when you do something good it's okay to break the rules. I do think that most kids will probably overlook this and see the story for what it's really supposed to be ~ a fun loving heartfelt story about determination. With that said I really do recommend it.
The illustrations by Chantelle Thorne and Burgen Thorne were very well done.
*Thanks to Candace Spizzirri, Gnome Road Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
5⭐ Genre ~ holiday friendship fiction Publication date ~ September 30, 2022 Est page Count ~ 40 POV ~ dual 3rd Featuring ~ music
As promised this was in fa5⭐ Genre ~ holiday friendship fiction Publication date ~ September 30, 2022 Est page Count ~ 40 POV ~ dual 3rd Featuring ~ music
As promised this was in fact 'touching and full of Christmas magic'.
A sweet story of two very different people coming together to do what they both love. Sam and Marie each have their own reasons for not wanting to sing anymore, but when this unlikely pair team up to sing on Christmas Eve there isn't a dry eye in the whole church.
A beautiful story that, although is based around the Christmas season, could be enjoyed anytime you may need your heart warmed up.
*Thanks to Laura D'Ambrosio for sending me a paperback copy. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
4⭐ Genre ~ psychological fiction Series ~ Spectrum #2 Others in the series ~ The Killings Begin Setting ~ The Netherlands, France, NYC, Brazil, Texas, Nor4⭐ Genre ~ psychological fiction Series ~ Spectrum #2 Others in the series ~ The Killings Begin Setting ~ The Netherlands, France, NYC, Brazil, Texas, North Carolina, Washington DC, Ireland, Zurich, Belgium Publication date ~ August 28, 2022 Page Count ~ 348 (p+ 18 chapters) POV ~ multiple 3rd Featuring ~ multiple timelines
In this installment we are very thoroughly introduced to new characters ~ Frank, Isabelle and Lydia. As the story flows along we realize they play a big part in the story and how it correlates with our serial killer, Tracey.
Frank and Isabelle were childhood best friends, but never more than friends. There's so much I can say about the ups and downs of their relationship, but I don't want to give too much away.
It's told in multiple timelines ~ starting back in the 80's and moving along to 2012. Some chapters spanned years and others for just a short time. There was more in depth information on characters that were briefly mentioned in book 1, like Lydia. We were given another view of what we already read about, ie ~ we saw the other side of Raul's wedding as Tracey sat near by in the restaurant, which I thought was clever.
I was excited to learn more about Tracey's life. He's traveling the world with Charlotte, whom he met at the end of the previous book. The river boat cruise is the perfect way to hide out and also provides a good cover if he may kill again. I feel like the authors researched well to provide great atmospheric details on all the different countries visited.
I was super sad about who they decided to kill off, but I can't wait to see more about how that, and the investigative side in Raleigh, will play out in the continuing story ~ A Body Washes Ashore.
In my review for book 1 I said I was hoping for more murder in this one, but actually I was happy with how everything played out (except for the death) and wasn't mad there wasn't much on the murder front. There was still a bunch of inner monologue, but I expected it and quickly got used to it.
3.5⭐ Genre ~ psychological fiction Series ~ Spectrum #1 Setting ~ Madrid, Spain & Raleigh, NC Publication date ~ June 25, 2022 Page Count ~ 343 (19 chapte3.5⭐ Genre ~ psychological fiction Series ~ Spectrum #1 Setting ~ Madrid, Spain & Raleigh, NC Publication date ~ June 25, 2022 Page Count ~ 343 (19 chapters) POV ~ multiple 3rd Featuring ~ dual story-line, fake relationship x3, age gap (30 & 18), closed door steamage, serial killer, murder (not graphic), drug use, cliffhanger~ish (not everything in wrapped up with a neat little bow)
Our main characters are: Tracey ~ serial killer, Gia ~ 18 years old on her own for the first time, Sal ~ realtor, Raul~ pediatrician, Joseph ~ stockbroker
The story begins in April 1998 with Tracey and ends in 2011 with Tracey, but the majority of the story is not about him at all. It took a long time to see how the dual plots would intertwine with each other. As the story progresses you can see how everything will eventually align though.
Jaime’s Taberna in Madrid is where Gia first meets best friends Sal, Raul and Joseph. As they get acquainted with each other Gia proposes a fake relationship with all 3. They agree and draw up terms for a four month contract, which turns into years of friendship and fun along the way.
Years after the 4th killing a reporter puts 2 and 2 together and starts thinking that there's a possible serial killer in Raleigh, NC and the honorable Judge Tracey starts to panic. What a fun idea to put the actual newspaper clipping of the article into the text.
I'm not sure I've ever read a book with so much inner monologue and talking to oneself, and honestly I'm not sure I liked it. I did appreciate the differing font to help me get used to the writing style.
Overall, a good start to a new series and I'm interested to read what will happen next with all of the remaining characters and the new ones we'll meet. Based on the title I was expecting way more murder and I hope there is much more in the next one.
*Thanks to Bradley Pay and Novel Content for my copy to read. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
3.5⭐ Genre ~ fiction Series ~ Sunshine Island Others in the series ~ Finding Love on Sunshine Island #1 Publication date ~ November 17, 2022 Page Count ~ 3.5⭐ Genre ~ fiction Series ~ Sunshine Island Others in the series ~ Finding Love on Sunshine Island #1 Publication date ~ November 17, 2022 Page Count ~ 315 Audio length ~ 7 hours 50 minutes Narrator ~ Emma Powell POV ~ multiple 3rd Featuring ~ celebrity, pop star, island life, clean romance, insta-love, small town
Casey & Matteo Casey offers her assistance to Matteo when he needs a new place to shoot a music video. Matteo didn't feel like a typical celebrity and seemed really down to earth. Casey was super sweet and went above and beyond to help. I was pooped just reading about all the work they all did in just 3 days time. I really liked that so many people came together to make the video and wedding happen. I wish I had pictures to see how it turned out because it sounded like it'd look cool. Of course we have one hiccup along the way and I was mad right along with everyone else that it happened.
Overall, a quick and light read and I'd be happy to read another book that takes place on Sunshine Island since it's so delightfully described.
I had listened to the first book in the series and I almost wish I was able to do so with this one because I feel like I might have enjoyed it slightly more.
*Thanks to Georgina Troy, Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources, Boldwood Books and NetGalley for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
I saw this book at my library and since I am a big fan of dogs I decided to give it a quick read.
There are 68 sayings with adorable pictures that fitI saw this book at my library and since I am a big fan of dogs I decided to give it a quick read.
There are 68 sayings with adorable pictures that fittingly go along with each one. Some are inspirational and some are silly.
Dogs of various ages and breeds, 2 cats and a bird are spotlighted. Some are just chillin, others are in action, and some give us those sad puppy dog eyes, but all are undoubtedly loving life.
Some of my favorite sayings are: When you feel great, notify your face.
If someone offers you a breath mint, take it.
Never deprive someone of hope. It may be all they have.
Win with humility. Lose with dignity.
Avoid tight places and too-tight underwear....more
4.5⭐ Genre ~ Holiday romance Setting ~ NYC Publication date ~ November 15, 2022 Page Count ~ 252 (35 chapters +e) Audio length ~ 6 hours 10 minutes Narrato4.5⭐ Genre ~ Holiday romance Setting ~ NYC Publication date ~ November 15, 2022 Page Count ~ 252 (35 chapters +e) Audio length ~ 6 hours 10 minutes Narrators ~ John Lane, CJ Bloom POV ~ dual 1st Featuring ~ blind date, lawyer, event planner, grump/sunshine, opposites attract, British hero, brother's best friend, best friend's sister, secret relationship, slow burn, steamage, Christmas up the wazoo
Kenzie & Andrew Their meet cute was anything but when Andrew seems pretty disgusted with Kenzie's attire on their blind date. They part ways on a bad note, but soon Andrew needs Kenzie's help planning his office Christmas party. She agrees with one condition ~ he has to do 3 Christmas activities with her, so she can try to sway him from his Grinch ways. Although I spent over 30 years living in New York state I have never been to NYC during Christmastime, but I feel like it was depicted perfectly.
Once all the grump gets out of Andrew he turns out to be super duper sweet. Kenzie is just over the top always sweet, and a pushover at times. I love how he helped her stand up for herself. I can't say I was impressed with why Andrew hates the holiday, but that was quite a grand gesture he did that I wasn't expecting.
Overall, a delightful story that'll be sure to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Narration notes: I did not listen to this one, but am just giving the info above for reference.
*Thanks to Piper Rayne and Valentine PR for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
Book 2 in the Winners Inc series ~ more enjoyable when read after All In.
Featuring ~ multiple 3rd person POV, lawyer, soccer player, parental issues, insta~attraction, some steamage
Jules and Danny Jules is a lawyer and going up against her biological father, who she has no contact with, on a case. Danny is having trouble standing up to his father and seeks out the help of Jamie at Winner's Inc when he runs into Jules in the hallway doing the same. They have an instant attraction, but it's hard to build something when Danny is only in Chicago for a 2 week vacation. That doesn't stop them from enjoying each other's company while they have the chance though.
I loved that Danny has a non-profit for kids, which shows that while he might look like a bad boy on the outside he's really sweet on the inside. Jules is confident and honest. They seem to have come into each other's lives at the perfect time. I'm so excited that Lottie had her own chapters as she really made this book for me. She is what I aspire to be when I am 80, not the old frump I feel like I'll be. She's spicy, sassy, carefree and full of life. I can't wait to read what happens next with her.
Overall, I liked this one slightly less than All In, but I'm looking forward to the next installment following Didier.
*Thanks to Kathia and Grey's Promotions for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
4.15⭐ Genre ~ friendship fiction Series ~ Sunshine Island Publication date ~ May 25, 2022 Page Count ~ 278 Audio length ~ 6 hours 44 minutes Narrator ~ Emm4.15⭐ Genre ~ friendship fiction Series ~ Sunshine Island Publication date ~ May 25, 2022 Page Count ~ 278 Audio length ~ 6 hours 44 minutes Narrator ~ Emma Powell ~ a fine job POV ~ single 3rd Featuring ~ island life, small town, slow burn, clean romance ~ just some smooching, sweet, references to physical abuse
I was excited to find this available on Hoopla since I agreed to read the next book in the series before I realized it was a series. I'm glad I read this one first since there's an introduction to who book 2 will revolve around. It doesn't sound like I had to read them in order though, but it's just a personal preference.
Piper & Alex Piper runs a BNB on Sunshine Island with her Mom and Gran. One day she checks in and checks out, ha ha, Alex, who is there to visit his Grandpa, Colin. Piper has been quite content with her life and not looking for love after a broken engagement. She has a sea glass mosaic business that keeps her busy. But Piper and Alex slowly start to spend some time together when touring the island and grow quite fond of each other.
I absolutely LOVED the 3 generational women's bond. Jax was a delight too and they had a great cousinly connection. Alex's relationship with his Grandpa was super sweet. I have a soft spot for older gentleman and I bet Colin was just absolutely adorable.
Sometimes you just need a heartwarming, sweet story and this one fits the bill. I'm always glad when there's a fun dog to round things out. The ending came on rather quickly and I wonder if these two will be heavily involved in the next book.
Trigger warnings from the author ~ suicide, thoughts of suicide, homophobia, drug addiction, death of a lov3.5⭐
Book 1 in the Ohana Surfing Club series
Trigger warnings from the author ~ suicide, thoughts of suicide, homophobia, drug addiction, death of a loved one, explicit language and sex
Featuring ~ dual 1st person POV, LGBTQ ~ MM & BI, surfing, suicide, escort services, fake relationship, age gap (35 & 46), cancer, grief, steamage
Kel & Anders Chapter 1 begins very heavy in 1997 with Kel (11) and Keo (17) finding their mom after she committed suicide. Flash forward 24 years and Kel is the owner of the Ohana Surfing Club. When he finds himself in financial strain with the business, and due to medical bills from his father's cancer, he turns to escorting to make ends meet. *Kel never felt like a grown man to me, maybe because he was first introduced to us when he was 11 and then boom he was 35. It was odd to me when he referred to the kids he provides housing to as 'his kids' too.
Anders was married to a woman for 20 years, but realized he wasn't happy and wanted to explore his sexuality as bi~sexual. Months after the divorce is finalized he contacts an escort service for his first gay encounter. They have an instant attraction, but Kel walks away and avoids seeing him again until Anders walks into the surf shop weeks later trying to buy his business. They come up with a plan that works for both of them, begin fake dating and spending a bunch of steamy time together. After only a few weeks together their relationship is tested and Anders stepped up to the 'boyfriend' plate in a big way.
This one is a heart string yanker, so it wouldn't hurt to have some tissues nearby. Although Kel and his fathers story line was a sad one it was also heartwarming as you could feel their love for each other. One thing that bugged me though was that so many people would say to them "oh I didn't know you were gay" and then they'd go on to say they were bi or pan ~ like what business is it of yours nosy pants, mind your beeswax.
*Thanks to Courtney_W_Dixon and Booksirens for my copy. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
3.35⭐ Publication date ~ November 8, 2022 Page Count ~ 307 Audio length ~ 9 hours 58 minutes Narrator ~ Saskia Maarleveld ~ enjoyable POV ~ single 1st Feat3.35⭐ Publication date ~ November 8, 2022 Page Count ~ 307 Audio length ~ 9 hours 58 minutes Narrator ~ Saskia Maarleveld ~ enjoyable POV ~ single 1st Featuring ~ detectives, police procedural, hit and run, college, fraternity, hazing, money = power, connected parents, privileged kids, corruption, secrets, cover ups
Detective Marlitt Kaplan is visiting her professor mom on campus when there's a hit and run of a student. First on the scene, so she and her partner, Teddy, are on the case. Who is this victim, Jay Kemp (coincidence that he has the same last name as Georgia's Governor?) , and why does the driver look like he could be his twin?
I felt like Marlitt was out to prove herself and goes a little rogue, which I didn't hate per say because it just proves the corruption, but it's evident that she really hates Greek life. Of course we have a frat brother with a father that is the president of the school and one with a father that is in the political world. There was a lot of extra statistical information on Greek life, which doesn't really interest me.
Overall, an okay story that makes me scared that my child might attend the University of Georgia ~ not to say all this doesn't happen on campuses all across the country, but this is a little closer to home.
*Thanks to Macmillan Audio, the author and NetGalley for the advance audiobook. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
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