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We Used To Live Here
by Marcus Kliewer
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Eve and Charlie are refurbishing an old house when a man shows up with his family claiming that he used to live there and asking if he can show his family around. All of a sudden strange things start happening in the house and the family can’t seem to take the hint to leave. When a dark entity appears in the basement, Charlie disappears without her locket and the house starts changing, Eve starts to freak out. Is Eve imagining these incidents or are they actually happening? Read and find out.

The Lies They Told
by Ellen Marie Wiseman
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Another excellent book by this author about the disturbing and shameful history of America’s eugenics program.

Vera Wong's Guide To Snooping (on A Dead Man)
by Jesse Q. Sutanto
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Great, hilarious sequel to the first book, Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers!

Ignite Me
by Tahereh Mafi
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This is the third book in the young adult, dystopian Shatter Me Series and in my opinion, these books just keep getting better! I would give this book a six out of five stars if I could. It really tugged at my heart strings. I had those moments where I just had to sit there and process what just happened. One of the highlights of this book is how friendships truly start to develop. What I love about this series is its great balance between romance and friendship. As much as I’m a sucker for a good romance, seeing strong friendships bloom always brings a smile to my face as a reader. Although the Shatter Me series includes six books, it can be seen as two separate arcs: the first three form one complete phase, while the next three begin a new chapter in the story. Ignite Me wraps up the first era beautifully and Restore Me kicks off what feels like a whole new storyline. If you read the first two books, definitely read this one!

The Marriage Portrait
by Maggie O'Farrell
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Renaissance Florence comes vividly alive through the eyes of 15 year old Lucrezia de'Medici in Maggie O' Farrell book THE MARRIAGE PORTRAIT. Lucrezia is a historical figure whose short life and unhappy marriage are known through history. Her inner thoughts and actions are the author's fictional additions. Not only was I totally involved with the story, but cried over what could have been "if only ..." I loved it!

The Lost Apothecary
by Sarah Penner
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Hidden in the depths of 18th century London, a secret apothecary shop caters to an unusual kind of clientele. Women around the city whisper of a mysterious figure named Nell who sells well-disguised poisons to women to use against the oppressive men in their lives. But the apothecary's fate is jeopardized when her newest patron, a precocious 12 year old, makes a fatal mistake , sparking a string of consequences that echo through the centuries. Meanwhile in present day London, aspiring historian Caroline Parcewell spends her tenth wedding anniversary alone, running from her own demons. When she stumbles upon a clue to the unsolved apothecary murders that haunted London 200 years ago, her life collides with the apothecary's in a twist of fate and not everyone will survive.

Abscond
by Abraham Verghese
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An amazing short story by a great author. Ravi unexpectedly looses his father. His mother falls apart which forces Ravi to enter adulthood all too soon. Ravi with the help of a neighbor and a friend begins to realize that grief is missing a person in many different ways. He develops an understanding of himself and the others around him. A very emotional read which gave me goosebumps. Wish it were longer.

The Return Of Ellie Black
by Emiko Jean
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Great story. Nice twist.

The Fourth Girl
by Wendy Corsi Staub
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Caroline has been missing for over 25 years. Her three best friends know something, but what is it they know? The three remaining women have led different lives. They all keep a promise to return to their hometown 25 years later, on the anniversary of the disappearance of Caroline, a promise they made to Caroline. While they are there, Carolines high school boyfriend from all those years ago, is found dead. A complicated plot, with some great clues along the way, if you recognize them. I had some idea’s, some proven right, some proven wrong. I enjoyed this intriguing mystery.

Everyone Is Lying To You
by Jo Piazza
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I really enjoyed this book about social media influencers, which I don’t follow and don’t know much about. It kept my interest and had a lot of twists and turns especially in the epilogues.
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