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Kayla (19 KP) rated If I'd Known in Books

Jun 4, 2018 (Updated Jun 4, 2018)  
If I'd Known
If I'd Known
Rebecca Donovan | 2017 | Young Adult (YA)
4
4.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Lackluster
I loved the Breathing Series. I've read them several times each and keep going back to them because I love Rebecca's story weaving and character development. This novella has neither of those.

If your looking for a rain cloud main character you may enjoy it. She's doom and gloom from beginning to end and it's kind of exhausting.

This novella (I keep calling it that because the length of this can't even qualify as a book) takes place during one single day. Just one. That one day is packed with so much drama, crazy happenings, and arguing that it leaves your head spinning.

You know nothing about any of the characters at the end of this, aside from that they're all incredibly flawed. You'd think you'd learn more about the main character at least, but we've been left with only her bitchy attitude and that she never lies.

As much as I love Rebecca's previous books, I just can't recommend this one.
  
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BookwormMama14 (18 KP) rated With This Ring?: A Novella Collection of Proposals Gone Awry in Books

Jan 2, 2019  
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With This Ring?: A Novella Collection of Proposals Gone Awry
Karen Witemeyer | 2016
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
This was a very entertaining collection of stories. I was thoroughly entertained with these proposals gone awry. From Texas 1879, to Kansas 1901, there are enough laughs and gasps to go around.

I love reading novella collections because it gives you a taste of the author's style. The love of reading does have a lot to do with finding a book, genre, author "to spark your fancy". I went several years without reading much because I was trying to force myself to read a style that I just wasn't interested in. Now, I have read more in half a year than I typically read in several years put together. I have read several books by Mary Connealy, but this was my first taste of the other authors. I can honestly say that I am looking forward to reading their full length novels now. Very humorous and sprinkled with faith. This novella collection is the perfect combination of stories for any reader who loves a good western romance.
  
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Merissa (13690 KP) rated Summer Fire (The Lake House, #1) in Books

Dec 17, 2018  
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Summer Fire (The Lake House, #1)
Kate Austin | 2015
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
I received this book from Jar O' Marbles in return for a fair and honest review.

This is a short contemporary romance that nevertheless manages to convey the whole build up to the romance plus the anguish that Jack has lived through. There is depth to this novella which usually is missing due to the nature of the book. Somehow, Kate Austin has managed to give you their backstory, and how their relationship developed, plus Jack's history, all in a few short pages. This made the story all the more enjoyable.

If I had one complaint, it would be that you didn't find out anything really about Kara's creepy ex-fiance and family but that isn't really relevant anyway. That's just me being nosy.

Thoroughly enjoy this novella and although this story was wrapped up exceedingly well, was left wanting more from The Lake House. Highly recommended.

Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
  
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TravelersWife4Life (31 KP) rated Live Without You in Books

Feb 24, 2021  
Live Without You
Live Without You
Sarah Grace Grzy | 2019
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Even though this is a novella I think it was laid out very well and not rushed. Sarah Grace Grzy took the time to give background on the characters that really helped me feel like I had a vested interest in the outcome of the characters. It was a well-researched book in that facts were legitimate regarding the medical scenes and flashbacks that took place. I liked how both characters in this book were realistically flawed and that they acknowledged it and strove to do better. I also appreciated how Sarah Grace Grzy presented the gospel in this book.
I give this book a 4 out of 5 stars for the great story layout, relatable characters, and for the realistic dilemmas that the characters faced. This novella did not read like an author’s first work, but that of a seasoned veteran. I am looking forward to reading more by Sarah Grace Grzy.
  
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Lyndsey Gollogly (2893 KP) rated Pandomus ( Pandomus chronicles book 1) in Books

Dec 5, 2022  
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Pandomus ( Pandomus chronicles book 1)
Carissa Andrews | 2022
7
7.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
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Pendomus ( Pendomus chronicles book 1 )
By Carrissa Andrews
⭐️⭐️⭐️

A secret hidden in plain sight. A devastating attack. And a world hanging in the balance.

There are a lot of things I wish I'd known earlier - but three top my "wow, she was naive" list.

First, there are others on Pendomus. Second, a prophecy is in motion, and I hold the key to the survival of literally everything. Third, I'm being hunted by a madman who is desperately trying to wipe me from existence.

So yeah, no pressure.

I wasn’t sure for most of this book I feel like I missed a pre novella or something. It just plunges you in without any real idea of what’s happening. But as it goes on it’s worth sticking with the story has so much potential and is quite interesting especially towards the end. Worth sticking with I think.

Edit: there is a novella 0.5 called Tragectory