Category: Book REVIEWS

My Book Review of The Ofrenda That We Built

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Holidays & Observances, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

The Ofrenda That We Built by Jolene Gutiérrez My rating: 5 of 5 stars Lovely Way To Learn CultureI was drawn to this book for many reasons. First, I am of Hispanic/Latin descent and want to know more about my heritage. Second, I have found memories of learning about the various cultures that cultivated the … Continue reading My Book Review of The Ofrenda That We Built

My Book Review of New Year’s with an Alien: An Alien Holiday Rom-Com (Holidays with an Alien Book 2)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Aliens, Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Holidays & Observances, Romance, RomCom, Series, Women Writers, Women's Fiction

New Year's with an Alien by Tana Stone My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wonderful Holiday RomanceI read book 1 in this series, so when this installment hit, I grabbed it. It was perfect timing since it's the Christmas holiday season, and I spy New Year's around the corner. For me, it brought some fun … Continue reading My Book Review of New Year’s with an Alien: An Alien Holiday Rom-Com (Holidays with an Alien Book 2)

My Book Review of A Light In The Darkness

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Inspirational, & Motivational, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

A Light In The Darkness by Aaron Zevy My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wonderful Tale of Unconditional FriendshipThis is a wonderful middle grade book. Though there are some structural and grammatical issues, the story is worth the read. It is moving and a testament to true friendship.I was angry that the Jewish family was … Continue reading My Book Review of A Light In The Darkness

My Book Review of The Grouchy Ladybug

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

The Grouchy Ladybug by Eric Carle My rating: 3 of 5 stars Easy to miss the messageI liked the title, especially since my youngest granddaughter has a fascination with ladybugs. Also, I like the author so picked up the book. Unfortunately, I was disappointed.This story has a message, but it's easy to miss. It feels … Continue reading My Book Review of The Grouchy Ladybug

My Book Review of Life and Death: Twilight Reimagined (The Twilight Saga)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Contemporary Romance, Literary Fiction, Paranormal & Supernatural, Romance, Series, Teen, Young Adult, & College, Vampire, Women Writers, Young Adult

Life and Death: Twilight Reimagined by Stephenie Meyer My rating: 5 of 5 stars Good RewriteI was a fan of the original Twilight, so favored this rewrite. There were elements I preferred over the female-driven tale, such as this story did a better job showing the protagonist as an old spirit who cared for their … Continue reading My Book Review of Life and Death: Twilight Reimagined (The Twilight Saga)