And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins

 

And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A mother's love knows no bounds but as a mother, how well do you know your children? Catherine Keely's daughter Susie died a year ago. She was on holiday with her boyfriend Daniel and some friends when she fell over a balcony. Was she drunk? Some say she was. Was she pushed? It's pretty suspect. Catherine travels to Crete to try to get to the bottom of her daughter's death. There are so many questions that she has. As she meets with Susie's friends, her former boyfriend, and people who were present on the night of Susie's death, different pictures emerge. All of them have some layer of truth to them but what really is the truth? She's presented with ten different scenarios and the reader is challenged to choose the correct one.

This is another new-to-me author and I found her writing style to be very easy to read. She has a way of drawing the reader in to her story and not letting go even after the last words are read. This book is full of intrigue and lots of twists and turns. I hope you'll enjoy this great little short story!

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The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily

 

The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book took my pleasantly by surprised. This is a new-to-me author and I fell in love with her writing from page 1. This is a dual told story from the perspective of Josie (the mother) and Emma (the daughter). I didn't want this story to end!

This is a story of the love between a mother and daughter and how that love is deeper than most. The Thorn Ranch has been run and managed by a very successful line of strong Rosales women. Emma is the heir to the ranch and is a bit of a wild heart. She's out on an adventure when her horse becomes injured and she's a three-day ride from home. That adventure escalates when she discovers a whole new group of people on her land. Will Emma ever make it back home to her distraught mother?

I can't say much more without giving away too much of this book. If you're looking for a great adventure read, give this one a chance!

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If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi

 

If I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a very sweet book that would make a beautiful gift for a baby shower or the birth of a new baby. It is written in flowy poetry and features a wand that is passed around. As the wand is passed, the person holding it bestows a wish on the young one. It's very sentimental, inspiring, and sweet!

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Murder on Oak Street ( A South Shore Mystery Book 1) by I.M. Foster

 

Murder on oak street by I. M. Foster
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you love a good mystery full of plot twists, this one is for you! The author keeps you guessing right up until the very end, which will keep you engrossed in the story.

Daniel O'Halleran is tired of people overlooking theories and facts regarding murders. What point is there in working a case if they are going to come to the conclusion that they want regardless of the actual events? When his fiance stands him up at the altar, Daniel knows it's time for a change. When he starts looking into a two year old murder case for a new acquaintance, he realizes it's the first murder he ever worked and nothing seemed right about it to him. Then another murder takes place, practically in Daniel's backyard and it's just too uncanny for him.

This is a new-to-me author and I wasn't sure about this book at first. I'm so glad that I gave it a chance as it's highly enjoyable, and as previously mentioned, will keep you guessing on the mystery of these two murders.

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Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt

 

Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amaleigha is an adorable 5 year old girl who wants to change the world. Imagine if 5 year olds ran the world!! There would be all sorts of fun activities and that's just want Amaleigha wants. She goes off running barefoot through the woods, laying in the grass looking up at the sky, playing in water...she's become one with nature and loves how it makes her feel. It's her desire to share that with everyone so one night after dinner, she shares her plan with her family and they wholeheartedly support her.

This is a great book to inspire confidence in a young mind. It also goes to show that you can do anything you set your mind too. This book, while it features a young girl, could also be applied to a young boy as well.

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The Kidnapping by Linda Burson

 

The Kidnapping by Linda Burson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Linda Burson is a new-to-me author but not for long as I will be looking for more of her books. I love her writing style!

Jenna has recently left her fiancé Steve. All he wanted was her money but she wanted so much more. Jenna starts scoping out new hangouts and finds a bar where no one really knows who she is or how much money she has. She's sworn off men but then Andy walks in the bar. Andy's minding his own business but finds Jenna to be an interesting and slightly attractive woman. Jenna reciprocates the feelings. It's when Andy is handed an envelope that things start to change for these two strangers. Inside the envelope is a note with a significant amount of cash. Andy has to make a decision as to what to do with this envelope and the knowledge that he now has.

This is the where they mystery begins. I'll not ruin anything but the reader will be in for a pretty wild ride with these two and this envelope.

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Mis-Spelled (The Stellaluna Chronicles Book 1) by TH Leatherman

 

Mis-Spelled: Book One of the Stellaluna Chronicles by T.H. Leatherman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a super fun, sometimes hilarious, young adult featuring fantasy and loads of fun! One day, Evan is evading the bullies at school, the next he finds himself jumping over a ravine and he's in a strange land. A land filled with fairies and goblins and the Elven Queen who might be his only chance to return home. In order to return home, he must complete three specific tasks given to him by the Queen. The tasks may sound easy but in reality, they are quite challenging! And if he fails? He owes ten years of service to the Queen. However, time in this new mysterious realm is not like the time we know. Can he complete the tasks and go home? What lessons will he learn along the way?

This is a fun book to read that is pretty entertaining. I look forward to reading more books in this series!

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