Synopsis: A grieving daughter and abuse survivor must summon the courage to run a feminist conference, trust a man she meets over the Internet, and escape a catfishing stalker to find her power. Ahana, a wealthy thirty-three-year-old New Delhi woman, flees the pain of her mother's death,... Continue Reading →
Synopsis: Jellybeaners is a contemporary novel set in the heart of Appalachia, revealing the money ties, political corruption, wasted lives, and overall cash-churning nature of the prescription pill culture from perspectives spanning both sides of the law. Rating: 4-stars Review: Jellybeaners by Gene Scott is a great contemporary read. This novel alerts readers to the... Continue Reading →
It’s been said it takes a village to raise a child. If that’s true, NY Times bestselling author Brenda Novak is building a village, the goal of which is to find a cure for Diabetes. We all know someone with Diabetes. Maybe it’s a friend or a sibling. Maybe – as in Brenda’s case –... Continue Reading →
Synopsis: Have you ever wanted to date someone online? Do you trust people easily? Sometimes that can be a deadly thing. Never be too careful. Never settle for less than what you deserve. Rating: 5 stars Review: Don't Trust A Stranger by Jacquelyn Wiles is a must read for all. Her memoir brings to life... Continue Reading →
Synopsis: Are you finding it hard to relax? Do you always feel stressed and exhausted? Do you feel like life is just flying by? If you do, then you’re one of many. Unending stress and feeling like you’re just constantly racing against the clock can take a toll on your physical, mental and emotional health.... Continue Reading →
Synopsis: Everyone has heard a different version of what happened that night at MacCallum College. Haley was already in bed when her roommate, Jenny, arrived home shell-shocked from the wild Conundrum House party. Richard heard his housemate Jordan brag about the cute freshman he hooked up with. When Jenny formally accuses Jordan of rape,... Continue Reading →
Deadbeat Moms by Naomi Brunner is an excellent informational novel about child abuse and neglect. Her novel comes complete with individual stories that are shattering to read about. They make you want to stand up and act out against all the abuse and neglect! I found this novel inspirational. A very motivating collection of stories... Continue Reading →
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