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Doggone It (Dreamwalker, #3)
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
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Book 3 of The Dreamwalker Series.

I frequently read paranormal cozies, but this was my first encounter with a ghost dog! Baxley’s abilities as a dreamwalker were unique, and when they stopped working for her, it added a whole new layer of conflict to the story. The mystery kept me guessing, the characters were entertaining, and the paranormal element was a lot of fun.

Doggone It is book #3 in the Dreamwalker series, but the first one that I read. I had no trouble figuring out what was going on, or who was who, but I wish I would have read the other books just to have seen the characters relationships develop firsthand.

<i> NOTE: I voluntary read and reviewed an advanced copy. </i>
  
After a merger at her law firm, Odelia finds herself with a new boss who seems to have it in for her. While trying to get her job from rival paralegal Mark Baker, Odelia gets saddled with her new boss' niece. But searching for the little girl's parents start turning up dead bodies, and Odelia suddenly finds herself in way over her head. I love this series (hence the reason I got my name in this book), and this was another great mix of humor, strong characters, and fast moving plot. If you don't read this series, fix that today.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-hide-and-snoop-by-sue-ann.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Chains (Seeds of America, #1)
Chains (Seeds of America, #1)
Laurie Halse Anderson | 2008 | History & Politics
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7.0 (2 Ratings)
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I just finished this work last night and I thought it was good, but I didn't think it was the greatest. I wasn't even particularly compelled to see if my library had the second work for check out (I usually avoid reading series, because then I feel inclined to read the entire series).

There were parts of the story that made me cringe in horror. There were parts that made me sad. The work moved me, but not enough to feel immediately compelled to find the second book. I placed it on hold, so I do aim to read it eventually just because...

I guess I was excited to read this book, but then got my hands on it and didn't see where all the hype was.
  
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Rock Chick (Rock Chick, #1)
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6.0 (1 Ratings)
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You know - Like 2.5 stars on re-read - I guess perhaps I outgrew KA? I have read (and own) nearly every single book she's written - I'm starting a re-read to get final books in series and know what's going on - Colorado Mountain I recently re-read and enjoyed so not sure what was up with this one - I thought Indy was a bit annoying, though independence is great - I really liked Lee so I guess it has nothing to do with that - I liked the neighbours and I liked the overall exciting storyline (as usual, I mean that's one place the book truly shines) I don't know - I won't continue re-reading this series though and move onto my other ones I need to finish
  
Little House in the Big Woods
Little House in the Big Woods
Laura Ingalls Wilder | 1932 | Children, Fiction & Poetry
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8.5 (11 Ratings)
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I honestly don't have much to say about this book. It is simplistic and written very basically, yet it has a certain something that endears me to read it again and continue with the series. The plight of the Westward Pioneers is something I have a great personal interest and considerable knowledge so it is nice to know that Ingalls Wilder has not elaborated and 'tweaked' too much of her life to make this more exciting. It is a true representation of the daily life of those first brave Americans who went west to find space, fame and fortune; something that was iconic of the era and this book captures that beautifully. Very much looking forward to reading the next in the series!
  
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Red Unicorn (Unicorn, #3)
Tanith Lee | 1998
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
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The final book. If you have read my other reviews of this series I have suggested that you read the gold unicorn first and then the black unicorn, because that was what I did. However this one you need to save for last. Tanaquil broken hearted has to heal and of course isn’t getting that from her mom (thanks Warabex said with dripping sarcasm). And even though she is angry throughout The series Tanaquil wasn’t bitter. This amazing book about Tanaquil’s continuing journey of self discovery is the perfect ending. Peeve gets more self aware and how can you not love this little pet peeve! It is a journey that is needed no matter how much your perspective changes with a message that you should never forget.
  
Stop (Cold Mark Saga #3)
Stop (Cold Mark Saga #3)
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6.0 (1 Ratings)
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This is definitely a series that is better read one after the other--unless you have a really good memory for books.

I read book 2 around Christmas and had forgotten a lot of what had happened previously when I bought this a couple of hours ago and decided to read it straight away.

I remembered the east and west and the two members that ruled each side, that she had belonged to one but seen something that shocked/hurt her and she had run off to the other...and that was about it.

Sci-fi is not one of my favourite genres and because of that I think I'm going to end my reading of this series here at book 3.