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Cards from Khloe’s Flower Shop

February 28, 2017June 12, 2023 ellen 2 Comments Books
Cards from Khloe's Flowershop by Isabella Louise Anderson

As the owner of a successful florist shop, Khloe Harper trusts her instincts. She has a strong bond with her family and friends. But, after being betrayed by her last love, she’s kept herself at arms’ length from romance.  Cards from Khloe’s Flower Shop by Isabella Louise Anderson When dashing entertainment attorney Derek Thomas walks […]

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The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman

February 24, 2017June 6, 2023 ellen 4 Comments Books
The Garden of Small Beginnings by Abbi Waxman

I’m so glad that I won a copy of The Garden of Small Beginnings in a Goodreads giveaway! Somedays, you just need to read something positive and uplifting and this book is definitely both of those things.  The Garden of Small Beginnings Lilian Girvan has been a single mother for three years—ever since her husband […]

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Dead Gone by Luca Veste

February 23, 2017June 5, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
In Dead Gone by Luca Vest detectives are forced to delve into the darkest channels of psychological research in an attempt to understand the motives of the madman.

The kids all had things to do this past weekend so I was able to spend some quiet time reading Dead Gone by Luca Veste. Luca Veste isn’t an author I was familiar with. But I love crime dramas so I decided to check this book out.  Dead Gone by Luca Veste Detectives David Murphy […]

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Mandala Mania by Nathaniel Wake

February 21, 2017June 2, 2023 ellen 2 Comments Books
Adult Coloring Book: Mandala Mania by Nathaniel Wake

This adult coloring book is all about mandalas! If you aren’t familiar with mandalas, they are a geometric figure that is often associated with Hindu and Buddhist symbolism and imagery in relation to the universe.  Adult Coloring Book: Mandala Mania by Nathaniel Wake Free your mind and unwind with the mesmerizing, absorbing patterns of mandalas. […]

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Adult Coloring Book: Adult Cuss Word Alternatives

February 18, 2017June 4, 2023 ellen 4 Comments Books

This book is the latest in my adult coloring book collection. And, I am enjoying it so much! There is something so relaxing about coloring even as an adult especially when the words you’re coloring are cuss word alternatives!  Adult Coloring Book: Adult Cuss Word Alternatives We’ve all had one of those days–when nothing seems […]

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When We Last Spoke by Marci Henna

February 16, 2017May 29, 2023 ellen 28 Comments Books
When We Last Spoke by Marci Henna

This past weekend, I had the chance to finish reading When We Last Spoke by Marci Henna. I love reading stories about people that I can identify with. It really lets me get into the story more when I can feel like I understand who they are and what they’re like. Since I’m a small […]

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Baby Touch and Feel: I Love You

February 13, 2017May 25, 2023 ellen Books
Baby Touch and Feel: I Love You

Have you ever seen a Baby Touch and Feel book from DK? I love children’s books especially if they are educational and this one was no exception. With such a large focus on candy for Valentine’s Day, I wanted to share a book that would be perfect for babies and younger toddlers. Baby Touch and […]

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Project Mnemosyne (When No One Was Looking) (Volume 1)

February 8, 2017May 22, 2023 ellen 4 Comments Books
Project Mnemosyne (When No One Was Looking) (Volume 1)

I’m so glad that I was sent a free copy of Project Mnemosyne (When No One Was Looking) (Volume 1) for review. It’s been too long since I’ve enjoyed a young adult dystopian novel. It’s one of my favorite genres but I just haven’t had a lot of reading time lately. Project Mnemosyne After terrorist […]

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Immoral Certainty by Robert K. Tanenbaum

February 1, 2017August 19, 2023 ellen 4 Comments Books
Immoral Certainty by Robert K. Tanenbaum

I took some time to relax with a book this past weekend and I wanted to share my thoughts with you. I’ve read several books by Robert K. Tanenbaum so when I was offered Immoral Certainty for review, I couldn’t wait to read it.  Immoral Certainty Butch Karp’s career prosecuting New York’s worst criminals takes […]

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Depraved Indifference by Robert K. Tanenbaum

January 30, 2017May 18, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Books
Depraved Indifference by Robert K. Tanenbaum

I was so glad to be able to spend some time reading Depraved Indifference this past weekend. It’s been on my to-read list for a while now but it’s just been so hectic that I haven’t gotten to it. Depraved Indifference is Book #2 in the Butch Karp and Marlene Ciampi Series. Depraved Indifference Butch […]

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Ellen is a mom of a 25-year-old son and 30-year-old daughter. She is Grandma to one adorable toddler. In what little spare time she has, she loves to read, watch movies, and check out the latest toys and games.

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