Review of “Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive” by Stephanie Land

Overall: 3/5 Stars Summary of review: This book was just okay. It was not the best memoir but not the worst. Summary: This is a “Rags to Riches” story. What people would call a single mother’s pursuit of the “American Dream.” She gets pregnant at a young age. She is a single mother and works as […]

Review of “This Is Me: Loving the Person You Are Today” by Chrissy Metz

Overall: 4.5/5 Stars Summary of review: Even if you are not a fan of “This Is Us,” this is a great memoir to read. It is fast and funny! Summary: Chrissy Metz is an actress who is best known for being on the TV show “This Is Us.” This is a memoir that is told through a […]

Review of Jessica Simpson’s Memoir “Open Book”

Overall: 4.5/5 Stars Summary of review:  What a great book! Jessica is candid and truly “open” about telling her life through the ups and downs. Summary: This is a memoir written by Jessica Simpson. It follows her life from childhood to present day. She talks about her life, struggles, family, relationships, the industry, and a […]

Arc alert

Omg! I got this arc today in the mail! The Maidens by Alex Michaelides! Same author of the best selling book called The Silent Patient! I cannot wait to read and review this book! This book is out June 15th!

“Lady Killer” by Joelle Jones and Jamie S. Rich Review

I loved issues 1 and 2. I must read the others. I heard this series was to be adapted into a TV series or movie. The plot sounded intriguing to me. I picked up these two, and loved them! The graphics were great! They were colorful. The plot was fast-paced. The characters were interesting. It […]

Book News (TV and Movie adaptions- other book news)

Pizza Hut Book It! Summer Reading Camp is here! It is a free virtual camp open to children ages 4-12. It is open from June to August. Parents can track their kid’s goals. When they meet their goals, they get a free one topping personal pan pizza. HarperCollins bought Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. Sarah J. Maas […]

Review of “Brat: An 80s Story” by Andrew McCarthy

Overall: 3.5-4/5 Stars Summary of review:  A well-written memoir by Andrew McCarthy of “St. Elmo’s Fire,” “Weekend At Bernies,” and “Pretty in Pink” fame from the 80s. Summary: Andrew McCarthy shot to fame in the 80s as being a member of the “Brat Pack.” He starred in many movies in including “Pretty in Pink” and “St. […]

Review of “The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave

Overall: 4/5 Stars Summary of review:  A good domestic suspense novel. It is character-driven, decently paced, and a quick read. Summary: One year into her marriage, Hannah’s husband disappears. He leaves her with his daughter (who does not like Hannah) with only one message “protect her” and a wad of cash for his daughter, Bailey. Hannah […]