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Continue reading →: When I Think of YouIn “When I Think of You,” Kaliya Wilson, an aspiring filmmaker, reunites with Danny Prescott, her first love, after years apart. Both must confront unresolved feelings, personal struggles, and the challenges of the film industry. Their story of love, loss, and second chances is both relatable and heartfelt, leaving readers…
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Continue reading →: Home Is Where the Bodies AreIn “Home Is Where the Bodies Are” by Jeneva Rose, three estranged siblings reunite after their mother’s death, unveiling dark family secrets and a chilling mystery linked to their father’s disappearance and a missing neighbor girl. Despite mixed reviews, its engaging narrative promises a captivating, quick read perfect for a…
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Continue reading →: Mother-Daughter Murder NightIn “Mother-Daughter Murder Night,” Nina Simon delivers a fast-paced mystery that unravels when powerhouse developer Lana Rubicon, sidelined by illness, discovers family secrets and murder in her daughter’s quiet town. As familial tensions rise, the three generations of Rubicon women take matters into their own hands to unmask a killer.
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Continue reading →: The Good Ones are TakenIn Taj McCoy’s romance, readers are introduced to Maggie, whose identity revolves too heavily around her single status, leading to disconnection. Despite a somewhat likable character in Garrett, the story struggles with excessive dialogue and a lack of substantial plot. This reviewer ultimately found the book unsatisfying, awarding it two…
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Continue reading →: What You Leave BehindDeena Woods, a former lawyer returning to her Georgia hometown after a tough divorce and loss, uncovers deeper issues when she encounters a mysterious man on a plot of land. As she investigates, secrets about land theft and family ties unfold, forcing her to face grief and what “home” really…
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Continue reading →: BrooklynBrooklyn Melody James, caught in a cycle of manipulation and betrayal, flees her troubled family to pursue power and wealth in New York’s drug scene, fueled by desperation and ambition. Yet, her reckless choices lead to inevitable ruin, revealing her inability to change or value loyalty, reminiscent of earlier African-American…
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Continue reading →: One of Us KnowsAlyssa Cole’s latest thriller presents an intriguing premise, yet the execution falls flat. Kenetria, grappling with dissociative identity disorder, faces a predictable plot of suspense and danger. The critique reflects an uninspiring read, lacking the engagement necessary to push through, prompting a hasty abandonment at 57%.
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Continue reading →: Long After We Are GoneIn “Long After We Are Gone,” four siblings return home to North Carolina following their father’s death, battling to save their ancestral property from developers. As they confront personal struggles and family secrets, themes of legacy, belonging, and the impact of Heirs Property Laws emerge, highlighting the significance of planning…
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Continue reading →: The Partner PlotIn “The Partner Plot,” Violet Greene, a successful celebrity stylist, unexpectedly reunites with her high school sweetheart, Xavier Wright, during a birthday trip to Vegas. Their impulsive wedding leads to complicated feelings, forcing them to reconsider their past and future. While the story offers familiar romance tropes, it lacks depth…
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Continue reading →: Reading Recap: Mar 2025the goal: save coins I took over a year off and cut you bitc*es some slack. Tell a friend to tell a friend. She’s baaaaack! Reading slumps are real, and sometimes you don’t even realize you’re in one until you’ve fully spiraled into the dark hole of doom-scrolling—at least, that…
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