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Added Feb 15, 2022
Added Feb 15, 2022
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- kidnapping
- immigration
- undocumented children
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Added Dec 07, 2021
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While the book had me captivated throughout because I wanted to find out how it would end. I was a disappointment. All the characters in this book completely irritated me. The dismissive husband, mother-in-law underplay everything, Blythe turning the blind eye was just too much.
Blythe grew up with an absent, unloving mother who left her at the age of 11. Later Blythe has a daughter of her own, and unable to bond with her, she has a second child to make up for what she lacked. The whole time she knows that something is wrong with her daughter, but instead of doing something to help, she continues to turn a blind eye to the horrible things her daughter does.
At first, you feel for Blythe's character, then you become completely irritated by her lack of energy and her lack of love. She tries to talk to her husband but he dismisses everything, the worst partner ever! overall it was a sad story of broken women, bad seeds, grief, and family secrets.While the book had me captivated throughout because I wanted to find out how it would end. I was a disappointment. All the characters in this book completely irritated me. The dismissive husband, mother-in-law underplay everything, Blythe turning…
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- heartwrenching
- tragedy
- dark
- moody
- psychological
The Inheritance of Orquídea DivinaThe Inheritance of Orquídea Divina, BookA Novel
by Córdova, ZoraidaBook, 2021Book, 2021
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Added Dec 07, 2021
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A story of family secrets and magic. The Montoyas are not your normal family. The matriarch of the family, Orquidia, is no ordinary person. She never leaves her house in Four Rivers. Her house seems to have appeared out of nowhere, she has appeared out of nowhere. Her grandchildren naturally think she is afraid of the world and almost hate her for being the way she is, until they receive a letter from her to come and collect their inheritance, as she is dying. What they find out next is surreal, magical, scary, beautiful.A story of family secrets and magic. The Montoyas are not your normal family. The matriarch of the family, Orquidia, is no ordinary person. She never leaves her house in Four Rivers. Her house seems to have appeared out of nowhere, she has appeared…
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- witchcraft
- magic
- dark
- family
- fantasy
The Last House on Needless StreetThe Last House on Needless Street, Book
by Ward, CatrionaBook, 2021Book, 2021
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Added Oct 20, 2021
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A missing girl, a suspect living in a boarded-up house, a girl who comes and goes yet never leaves the house, a cat that reads the bible. An intricately written story about abuse, a serial killer, and a girl with a secret. A captivating tale of psychological terrorA missing girl, a suspect living in a boarded-up house, a girl who comes and goes yet never leaves the house, a cat that reads the bible. An intricately written story about abuse, a serial killer, and a girl with a secret. A captivating tale of…
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- creepy
- dark
- horror
- psychological
- suspenseful
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Added Mar 16, 2021
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- funny
- heartwarming
- family
- alzheimers
- fitting in
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Added Dec 22, 2020
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- war
- interracial marriage
- abortion clinic
- dark
- historical fiction
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Added Nov 09, 2020
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Added Nov 09, 2020
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Beautifully written story. The Tuck family discover the fountain of youth and manage to keep it a secret for decades. The inevitable happens, the Tucks are discovered by a ten-year-old girl. The Tucks are forced to share their secret. While revealing their secret to Winnie, they are heard by a stranger who wants to profit from the water by selling it to the highest bidders. What would happen if everyone found out about the water in the woods? No one must know.
Although I like the story, It felt unfinished.Beautifully written story. The Tuck family discover the fountain of youth and manage to keep it a secret for decades. The inevitable happens, the Tucks are discovered by a ten-year-old girl. The Tucks are forced to share their secret. While…
Added Mar 07, 2020
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It turns out I really like Victorias Jamieson's graphic novels. This Newberry Honor Award Winner and New York Times bestseller Rolle Girl is a heartwarming graphic novel about friendship, surviving Junior high, making new friends, and going in different paths.
"For most of her twelve years, Astrid has done everything with her best friend Nicole. But after Astrid falls in love with roller derby and signs up for derby camp, Nicole decides to go to dance camp instead. And so begins the most difficult summer of Astrid's life as she struggles to keep up with the older girls at camp, hang on to the friend she feels slipping away, and cautiously embark on a new friendship. As the end of summer nears and her first roller derby bout (and junior high!) draws closer, Astrid realizes that maybe she is strong enough to handle the bout, a lost friendship, and middle school… in short, strong enough to be a roller girl" (Amazon, 2019).It turns out I really like Victorias Jamieson's graphic novels. This Newberry Honor Award Winner and New York Times bestseller Rolle Girl is a heartwarming graphic novel about friendship, surviving Junior high, making new friends, and going in…
Always and Forever, Lara JeanAlways and Forever, Lara Jean, Audiobook CD
by Han, JennyAudiobook CD, 2017Audiobook CD, 2017
Added Mar 07, 2020
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Added Feb 12, 2020
Suitability
Ages 15
To All the Boys I've Loved BeforeTo All the Boys I've Loved Before, Book
by Han, JennyBook, 2014Book, 2014
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Added Feb 12, 2020
SistersSisters, Graphic Novel
by Telgemeier, RainaGraphic Novel, 2014Graphic Novel, 2014
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Holds: 1 on 17 copies
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Added Feb 12, 2020
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Added Feb 12, 2020
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A delightful graphic novel based on the authors experience with tooth trauma and her long frustrating ordeal with getting her teeth fixed. This autobiographical novel was uplifting specially considering that Telgemeier was in her teens when she went through all these issues. I think she handled everything like a champ! I also love that true friendship shines at the end.A delightful graphic novel based on the authors experience with tooth trauma and her long frustrating ordeal with getting her teeth fixed. This autobiographical novel was uplifting specially considering that Telgemeier was in her teens when she went…
Beautiful BadBeautiful Bad, Downloadable Audiobook
by Ward, AnnieDownloadable Audiobook, 2019Downloadable Audiobook, 2019
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Added Dec 05, 2019
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A domestic suspense thriller, a story of love, violence, PTSD, and murder you won't be able to put down. Annie Ward does a beautiful job of making the characters come to life. It is a must-read if you like complex yet binge-worthy domestic suspense. I highly recommend the Audiobook. This is one of my favorite thrillers!A domestic suspense thriller, a story of love, violence, PTSD, and murder you won't be able to put down. Annie Ward does a beautiful job of making the characters come to life. It is a must-read if you like complex yet binge-worthy domestic suspense.…
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- suspenseful
- dark
- emotionally intense
- ptsd
- crime
The AlchemistThe Alchemist, Book
by Coelho, PauloBook, 1993Book, 1993
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Added Aug 24, 2019
UnplannedUnplanned, BookThe Dramatic True Story of A Former Planned Parenthood Leader's Eye-opening Journey Across the Life Line
by Johnson, AbbyBook, 2010Book, 2010
Added Aug 24, 2019
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This book tells the story of Abby Johnson and the reasons why she became a pro-life activist. She describes her first experience conducting an ultrasound-guided abortion. I would not recommend this book if you are squeamish. I was shocked at how abortions are conducted. I like the way the book was written it wasn't condemning pro-choice, it gives you a peek at both sides which was refreshing.This book tells the story of Abby Johnson and the reasons why she became a pro-life activist. She describes her first experience conducting an ultrasound-guided abortion. I would not recommend this book if you are squeamish. I was shocked at how…
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- serious
- thought-provoking
- abortion
Added Aug 24, 2019
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A coming of age story of abandonment, love, betrayal, and Murder. It is beautiful, sad and satisfying.
Added Aug 24, 2019
Orphan TrainOrphan Train, BookA Novel
by Kline, Christina BakerBook, 2013Book, 2013
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Added Aug 24, 2019
Added Aug 24, 2019
Added Aug 24, 2019
Added Aug 24, 2019
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Added Aug 24, 2019
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This is the Second volume in Frank McCourts Autobiography. This book picks up when McCourt arrives in NYC as a young man after leaving Ireland.
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