Tag: five-star reads
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Praise for S.A. Cosby and Blacktop Wasteland
Blacktop Wasteland by S.A. Cosby A Five-Star Book While impatiently waiting for S.A. Cosby’s King of Ashes to be released on June 10, I finished his backlist with my latest read: Blacktop Wasteland. This Southern noir crime thriller reminded me again of the talent and skills Mr. Cosby possesses. Trust that I never forgot. I…
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What I Read in April 2025
I covered my audiobook wrap-up in another post, so here’s a review of the books I read with my eyes. 😉 It was a very good month! Yellowface by R.F. Kuang Likely to be one of my favorite reads of 2025, Yellowface looks at racism, stereotypes, social media, and power under the guise of the…
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Five Stars for The Bones Beneath My Skin
The Bones Beneath My Skin by TJ Klune A Five-Star Book TJ Klune never disappoints. Ever since reading The House in the Cerulean Sea, I have been captivated by his distinct characters, expressive descriptions, and overarching messages of found family and love. The Bones Beneath My Skin is his most recent example of Klune’s mastery. …
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Five Stars for Yellowface
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang A Five-Star Book Yellowface by R.F. Kuang has been on my to-be-read lift for a long time. It’s gotten a lot of hype since its 2023 release, and I fully agree that the book is worth the praise. Reading Yellowface in April 2025 felt apropos as the U.S. is failing to…
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What I Read in March 2025
March was an odd month for me. It felt like it lasted 342 days, but at the same time seemed to rush by because there were not enough hours in the days to get everything done. Still, I found comfort in reading 12 books and short stories to ease some anxiety, keep my mind occupied,…
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