If you enjoyed reading The Bookwoman of Troublesome Creek and/or The Bookwoman’s Daughter, you will want to read this book. What happened to Cussy and her family? I could not put this book down. Historical Fiction is interwoven into the plot by an author from Kentucky who knows the journey.

I heard a lot of good things about this book so I think I was expecting too much. I enjoyed it but did not love it.

Defy Me is an emotional and fast-paced addition to the Shatter Me series that builds upon both the characters and the world in exciting ways. Tahereh Mafi balances action, romance, and mystery while diving deeper into Juliette's past and the secrets that have shaped her life. The novel keeps readers engaged with shocking revelations, heartfelt character moments, and multiple points of view that add depth to the story. Mafi's poetic writing style remains captivating, making even the quieter moments feel powerful. The plot twists kept me eager to continue the series. The romantic scenes are written so well! Overall, Defy Me is a compelling and emotional read that delivers strong character development, gripping suspense, and an ending that makes it nearly impossible not to pick up the next book.

A tale from old New England where a woman has a child with a man who is not her husband and has to endure lifetime of wearing a scarlet A on her chest and keeping the child's father's name a secret from all.

I liked this book, then I hated it, then I liked it again. This was a true "novel". Not a romance or a thriller or anything specific, and that worked in its favor. I felt it easy to connect (or want to connect) with these characters. I am a huge food person myself who loves to cook, reads a lot of cookbooks, and loves to eat. This story hit me personally and made me realize the power food has. Honestly a great read. I'm excited to see more from this author.

I read this book because it was chosen by the Mystery Book Club. Not impressed.

A wonderful read if you like art history.this book is for art lovers and those who want to learn more the time of the art’s creation, through the eyes of a child

I listened to the audiobook, read by Jennifer Grey. The book opens with her account of her botched nose job, which changed her appearance and her life. Then it went back to her early years, growing up as the daughter of Joel Grey. It was more than halfway through the book when she finally got to the part about the making of Dirty Dancing.

Cathy has an interesting job working for the company, Scythe, as a grim reaper of sorts. She collects souls and takes them to be processed before the 45 day expiration when they will wander the earth forever as ghosts. When Cathy is sent to collect Connor, all mayhem breaks out. She loses Connor, gets caught up in coworkers doing illegal acts, reunites with her soon to be ex husband and does this all while pregnant. Can Cathy find out who murdered Connor and get him to processing before his 45 days are up? Read and find out.

Entertaining read. Nice twists. Waiting for book 2 to be freed up.