Review of “The Holiday Switch” by Tif Marcelo

Overall:  3 star review Summary: Lila is in high school and works for an inn. Her hours are reduced because the owner’s nephew will be working at the inn for Christmas. They immediately do not like one another. They accidently switch phones and discover that both are keeping secrets from their families. As they talk, Read more

Review of “Nick and Noel’s Christmas Playlist” by Codi Hall

3 more reviews before I am all caught up!!!!!! Then I promise my reviews will get better! 🙂 Overall:  3.5 star review Summary: Nick just returned from the military to his hometown. He goes to see his girlfriend only to find out she is with someone else. Noel is his best friend and long-time family Read more

Review of “One True Loves” by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Overall:  4 star review Summary: Emma marries her high school sweetheart, Jesse. They move away and live a life of adventure and travel. After a year of marriage, Jesse dies in a helicopter crash. Emma cannot handle her grief, so she moves back to her hometown. Fast forward years later, Emma is settled back in Read more

Review of “As Good As Dead” by Holly Jackson (Book 3 in the series)

Overall:  4 star review Summary: Pip is heading off to college. Her true crime podcast is very popular, but also leads to people who hate her too. One of her “fans” is sending her ominous messages that frighten Pip. She is bound and determined to find whoever is doing this to her. My thoughts: You Read more

Review of “A Slow Fire Burning” by Paula Hawkins

Overall:  3 star review Summary: A man is found murdered on his houseboat. Detectives interviews suspects for his murder. Three women become the prime suspects. 1). Laura- a one night stand 2). Carla- aunt 3). Miriam- neighbor. Who would have motive to kill him? My thoughts: I love a good fast-paced- follow the clues type Read more

Review of “The Lie About the Truck: Survivor, reality TV, and the endless gaze” by Sallie Tisdale

This is a short review. Overall:  2.5-3 star review: I got this book thanks to a Goodreads giveaway! Summary: Survivor fans unite! This is a book all about the TV show Survivor. My thoughts: I was expecting more from this book. I am a HUGE Survivor fan. I did not know if she was bashing Read more

Review of “The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music” by Dave Grohl

Overall: 4.5 Stars Summary: Dave Grohl’s memoir walks you through his childhood, career, and personal life. He talks about him growing up, getting into music, influences, family life, etc. Foo Fighters and Nirvana… 2 of the greatest bands of all time!!!! My thoughts: I listened and read this book! I really enjoyed it. Dave’s memoir was Read more

Review of “Will” by Will Smith and Mark Manson

Overall: 4.5 Stars Summary: Will Smith’s memoir goes from childhood to present day. He talks about his family, growing up, his career, and marriages. The book has serious and funny stories throughout. It starts with his childhood, siblings, and parents. He then talks about his start in the music industry and his transition to TV/films. He Read more

Christmas Books

I made a list a week ago with ROM-COMs for Christmas. This list is books about Christmas that is not rom-coms. Some are dark…some are funny! But I hope you enjoy! Letter from Father Christmas by J.R.R. Tolkien Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens The Man Who Invented Christmas by Les Standiford The Usual Santas by Read more