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Clueless (Squad Goals #1)
Clueless (Squad Goals #1)
Willow Thomas | 2023 | Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
CLUELESS is the first book in the Squad Goals series and we start with Lexi - a male cheerleader - and Ryder. Lexi has been in love with Bad Boy Ryder for five years now and knows nothing can come of it but it's hard for him to change his heart. Ryder loves Kait, Lexi's sister, like a sister and has always noticed Lexi but didn't do anything about it until the day he did!

I thoroughly enjoyed this story. Partly because it was nice to read about male cheerleaders and how supportive each team was instead of the usual bitchiness and backstabbing that you get. And also Ryder - our not-so-bad boy. It may have taken him a while to catch on to what everyone else already knew but once he did, he was all in.

The story flowed naturally, as did the misunderstandings, easily sorted out by just taking a moment and figuring out what was important. These guys know what's what! There is also a great group of supporting characters that I am dying to hear more from.

The start of a great series and definitely recommended by me.

** same worded review will appear elsewhere **

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
May 5, 2023
  
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Lumos (380 KP) rated Every Day in Books

Apr 19, 2018  
Every Day
Every Day
David Levithan | 2013 | Children
8
7.6 (13 Ratings)
Book Rating
I thought this book was really well done. This was this month's choice for book club. My BC has many members who identify as gender fluid and this book really resonated with them. A wakes up in a different body every day. To them, it doesn't really matter if they are male or female, that doesn't matter to them. What does matter, is the person and the different characteristics and traits that can make one individual distinguished from the next.

This book touched on so many different struggles that a person can be facing. It is hard to know what someone is going through unless you are literally walking in their shoes.
  
Lie with Me
Lie with Me
Sabine Durrant | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry
8
8.0 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
I looooooved this book. BUT - not at first. It took me a while to get into it. I didn't like that it was a male lead, I went into it thinking the lead was female. So, maybe that's my fault. I couldn't connect with him, and I didn't like him. But maybe that's the point? By about 1/2 way through I was HOOKED. I could not stop reading to find out what the heck was going on! And the ending! WOW! SO not what I expected or what I've ever read before. I coulnd't believe it. So clever, and so unexpected - I wanted to hate the ending but in the end I ended up LOVING it! Nice job!
  
The Wall of Winnipeg and Me
The Wall of Winnipeg and Me
Mariana Zapata | 2016 | Romance
10
10.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
Sports romance with a slow burn
Zapata has mastered the story line that builds over significant time to create the most believable relationship. For some reason, I don't mind a slow burn when she writes it. Aiden 'the wall' wasn't immediately a likeable character but alongside Vanessa, I fell for him. Vanessa taught him what it meant to care, to be friends. This book has left me with a grin on my face and an full feeling in my heart.

This was an audio and Callie Dalton does a great job on male and female dialogue. I will definitely re-listen or read.

2017 Ebook re-read, this was as wonderful second time around.
  
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ArecRain (8 KP) rated Infinite Desire in Books

Jan 18, 2018  
ID
Infinite Desire
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
I have a soft spot for bounty hunters and space. Put those two together and you have a recipe for magic. This novel was exactly up my alley and I loved everything about it. After reading Katherine McIntyre’s Stolen Petals, I was jonesing for another story similar. This was a perfect match. With a fierce female lead and a deliciously devious male lead, the couple burned up the pages. It’s not erotic however, having a plot interesting enough to keep my attention when they weren’t setting the book on fire.

Overall, the novel reads quick, but it is rather enjoyable. If you like strong female bounty hunters and the men who love them, I recommend it.
  
The Hero's Guide to Saving Your Kingdom
The Hero's Guide to Saving Your Kingdom
Christopher Healy | 2012 | Fiction & Poetry, Humor & Comedy, Science Fiction/Fantasy
10
8.0 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
Join Princes Fredric, Gustav, Liam, and Duncan as they must ban together to stop an evil witch from taking over their kingdoms. Of course, first, they must learn their own strengths and how to get along with each other.

This book was laugh out loud funny from start to finish with wonderful character growth and an engaging plot. My only complaint is that I didn't read it even sooner. With strong male and female characters, I think both boys and girls will equally love it. And adults will delight in this middle grade fractured fairy tale as well.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/08/book-review-heros-guide-to-saving-your.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
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Back to the Garden
Erica Obey | 2013
4
4.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
I received this book for free through the Goodreads First Reads program.

Right, I could not finish this book. When reading a book becomes more like a chore I dread doing, I have to stop unfortunately or I'd never end up reading any other book until I finished this one.

I just found the pacing to be a bit too slow for my liking, and I just felt confused about who's who in the book. Laura felt more like a male character than a female character...I don't know, it just felt all wrong to me.

However, this could just be me. I'd recommend others to read it because they may end up liking it.
  
Level the Playing Field: The Past, Present, and Future of Women's Pro Sports by Kristina Rutherford is a book that will inspire young athletes. It is a great book that contains information for all young athletes, male and female. It is a book that encourages an equal playing field for males and females.

This is a great look at the known and little-known names in women’s sports. With one-page interviews, historical glimpses and impassioned text this book is a must have for women of any age who have athletic dreams or just want to read about inspirational players.

I received this book from Owlkids Books via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
  
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Jemma Walsh (81 KP) rated the PlayStation 4 version of Prison Architect in Video Games

Jul 9, 2018  
Prison Architect
Prison Architect
Simulation
Building (3 more)
Controlling
Stimulation
Easy play
Love it!
Contains spoilers, click to show
I love this game! Building and designing your prison, your prisoners can live in a tiny basic cell or a very luxurious cell, you have to plan the Regim right otherwise you’ll have a riot on your hands

You can select what type of warden to have at the beginning of the game, select male or female prisoners, compete your grants. Make sure cash flow doesn’t go too into the red. Hours and hours of fun!

Lose control of your prison then bye bye

You can be a prisoner trying to escape..

I play on the pc version but that’s not an option to choose on here
  
Affirmative Murder
Affirmative Murder
News & Politics, Society & Culture, TV & Film
10
6.8 (5 Ratings)
Podcast Rating
Little known true crime (4 more)
Good vibes
Funny bants
Minority allies
Taking on difficult topics
F***ed Up S**t
Long-time friends Alvin and Fran talk about the true crime you probably haven't heard of, because most podcasts cover the white male serial killers and not the minority serial killers covered in Affirmative Murder. Sprinkled with adult language, mood lightening occasional humour, and conversations about difficult topics, these two manage to be irreverent, informative, intelligent, and enlightening.
They don't mind if you look sideways at them when you pass them on the street, as long as you look at everyone else with suspicion too.
Welcome to the most educational fact-free zone you ever entered. ♥️