
Comedy and the Feminine Middlebrow Novel: Elizabeth von Arnim and Elizabeth Taylor
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Elizabeth von Arnim and Elizabeth Taylor wrote witty and entertaining novels about the domestic...

Great Victorian Inventions: Novel Contrivances and Industrial Revolutions
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Who invented the flying machine? Was the Titanic really the first 'unsinkable' ship? How would one...

Merissa (13303 KP) rated The Flight (Close Proximity #4) in Books
Nov 27, 2018
I loved this book! It's a novella, and I really wish it wasn't! I could have sat down with this one and read happily for much longer. Instead, I got all the good bits in one easy read, including a perfect HEA for our guys. There is plenty going on, but the pacing is smooth. With good supporting characters, a great storyline, and a couple of smoking hot MCs, this is a story I highly recommend.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and my comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!

Acanthea Grimscythe (300 KP) rated The Switch House in Books
Jan 31, 2019
Because this book is short, I can’t go too far into detail without letting loose a spoiler or two, so I’ll keep this review pretty vague. What I can say is this: if you’re a fan of vividly gory scenes, this is a must-read. If you’re a fan of the occult and ritualistic scenes, this book is for you. If you like your horror with a bit of a psychological twist, please DO grab The Switch House.
Seriously, Meyer doesn’t disappoint. Brimming with non-stop action, The Switch House is an excellently crafted novella of terror. Easily completable in one sitting, I cannot recommend this book enough. From fully developed characters to a twisting plot that you’ll never see coming, Meyer is an ace and an author to look out for. I can’t wait to read more of his work.
The Switch House was received free of charge. All opinions expressed are purely my own and without bias.

Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2423 KP) rated Nogged Off in Books
Nov 3, 2019
I love this series, and I enjoyed getting to visit Julia at Christmas. I was able to get fully lost in this story right away since I already know the series characters and the setting. The plot was fun with some good twists before we reached the end. Barbara Ross includes some fun Christmas traditions that are unique to Maine without slowing down the story, and they give us that all important Christmas feeling. There are a couple of recipes at the end of the story, as always, to enjoy during the holiday season.
NOTE: This story is a novella, roughly 100 pages, and was originally part of the novella collection Eggnog Murder. If you have that book, there is no need to buy this ebook. If you haven’t read the story, now is the time to sit back and enjoy this Christmas trip to Maine.

Smolder (Underground Encounters #1)
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I never thought a gym crush could be deadly... We all lead double lives in a way. Only the most...
Paranormal Romance

Tokyo Heat (Nights #3)
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I want him. I love him. But I don't know if he feels the same way about me — Gabe I cherish...
M_M Contemporary Romance

Merissa (13303 KP) rated Second Wind in Books
Nov 4, 2022
This is a novella and, as such, I don't usually give them 5-stars. This one, though, I have no choice BUT to do so. It has so much to it, you get the full story. Yes, it could be fleshed out in parts but if there's no need, why do it?
I loved how Martin and Gethin communicated from the start, their relationship built on openness and trust. You see it grow and change as things happen between them.
Fading to black doesn't take away any of the intensity between these two. And I loved how Luke showed up (from another standalone in the same world). I am loving this world and am always drawn in by A.L. Lester's writing style.
Absolutely loved it and highly recommend it. And grab Out of Focus too, while you're at it!
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!

The Bridgertons: Happily Ever After (Bridgertons, #1.5-8.5; 9.5)
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New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn presents a collection of 'second epilogues' to her...