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- April 08, 2020

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The Myrtle Hardcastle series by Elizabeth C. Bunce

- October 06, 2020

Twelve-year-old Myrtle Hardcastle has a passion for justice and a Highly Unconventional obsession with criminal science. Armed with her father’s law books and her mum’s microscope, Myrtle studies toxicology, keeps abreast of the latest developments in crime scene analysis, and Observes her neighbors in the quiet village of Swinburne, England. When her next-door neighbor, a wealthy spinster and eccentric breeder of rare flowers, dies under Mysterious Circumstances, Myrtle seizes her chance. With her unflappable governess, Miss Ada Judson, by her side, Myrtle takes it upon herself to prove Miss Wodehouse was murdered and find the killer, even if nobody else believes her — not even her father, the town prosecutor. Hey guys! The Myrtle Hardcastle series is a sweet and witty detective collection, both of which are now available to purchase. This middle grade series is full of twists and turns, and absolutely delightful for readers of all ages. However, since it is middle grade, enjoy this g...

As If On Cue by Marisa Kanter

- July 23, 2021

Lifelong rivals Natalie and Reid have never been on the same team. So when their school’s art budget faces cutbacks, of course Natalie finds herself up against her nemesis once more. She’s fighting to direct the school’s first ever student-written play, but for her small production to get funding, the school’s award-winning band will have to lose it. Reid’s band. And he’s got no intention of letting the show go on. But when their rivalry turns into an all-out prank war that goes too far, Natalie and Reid have to face the music, resulting in the worst compromise: writing and directing a musical. Together. At least if they deliver a sold-out show, the school board will reconsider next year’s band and theater budget. Everyone could win. Except Natalie and Reid. Because after spending their entire lives in competition, they have absolutely no idea how to be co-anything. And they certainly don’t know how to deal with the feelings that are inexplicably, weirdly, definitely developing between...

The Disappearing Act By Catherine Steadman

- June 16, 2021

Once a year, actors from across the globe descend on the smog and sunshine of Los Angeles for pilot season. Every cable network and studio looking to fill the rosters of their new shows enticing a fresh batch of young hopefuls, anxious, desperate and willing to do whatever it takes to make it. Careers will be made, dreams will be realized, stars will be born. And some will be snuffed out. British star Mia Eliot has landed leading roles in costume dramas in her native country, but now it's time for Hollywood to take her to the next level. Mia flies across the Atlantic to join the hoard of talent scrambling for their big breaks. She's a fish out of water in the ruthlessly competitive and faceless world of back-to-back auditioning. Then one day she meets Emily, another actress from out of town and a kindred spirit. Emily is friendly and genuine and reassuringly doesn't seem to be taking any of it too seriously. She stands out in a conveyor-belt world of fellow auditionees. B...

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Stalking Jack the Ripper by Kerri Maniscalco

- December 23, 2017

“Hurry along, then,” I said, grabbing my journal. “I want to sit by the window.” “Hmm.” “What now?” I asked, losing patience. “I usually sit by the window. You may have to sit in my lap.” (Can you see why Thomas is my favorite character?) Groomed to be the perfect highborn Victorian young lady, Audrey Rose Wadsworth has a decidedly different plan for herself. After the loss of her beloved mother, she is determined to understand the nature of death and its workings. Trading in her embroidery needle for an autopsy scalpel, Audrey secretly apprentices in forensics. She soon gets drawn into the investigation of serial killer Jack the Ripper, but to her horror, the search for clues brings her far closer to her sheltered world than she ever thought possible. The amazing thing about this book is that the mystery is literally the least of my concerns. Of course, Audrey Rose is running around for months trying to figure out who the murderer is, but it felt like a road that sh...

Hunting Prince Dracula by Kerri Maniscalco

- March 26, 2018

“Next stop, Bran Castle. And all the delightful miscreants who study there.” “We’re about to study there,” I reminded him. He sank into his blanket, doing a poor job at hiding his smile. “I know.” Hunting Prince Dracula was such an amazing book. I loved Stalking Jack the Ripper so much; especially because of Thomas. Thomas is literally wonderful; don’t fight me on this, okay? Following the grief and horror of her discovery of Jack the Ripper's true identity, Audrey Rose Wadsworth has no choice but to flee London and its memories. Together with the arrogant yet charming Thomas Cresswell, she journeys to the dark heart of Romania, home to one of Europe's best schools of forensic medicine...and to another notorious killer, Vlad the Impaler, whose thirst for blood became legend. But her life's dream is soon tainted by blood-soaked discoveries in the halls of the school's forbidding castle, and Audrey Rose is compelled to investigate the strangely familiar murders. Wha...

The Myrtle Hardcastle series by Elizabeth C. Bunce

- October 06, 2020

Twelve-year-old Myrtle Hardcastle has a passion for justice and a Highly Unconventional obsession with criminal science. Armed with her father’s law books and her mum’s microscope, Myrtle studies toxicology, keeps abreast of the latest developments in crime scene analysis, and Observes her neighbors in the quiet village of Swinburne, England. When her next-door neighbor, a wealthy spinster and eccentric breeder of rare flowers, dies under Mysterious Circumstances, Myrtle seizes her chance. With her unflappable governess, Miss Ada Judson, by her side, Myrtle takes it upon herself to prove Miss Wodehouse was murdered and find the killer, even if nobody else believes her — not even her father, the town prosecutor. Hey guys! The Myrtle Hardcastle series is a sweet and witty detective collection, both of which are now available to purchase. This middle grade series is full of twists and turns, and absolutely delightful for readers of all ages. However, since it is middle grade, enjoy this g...

New York Street Style Review

- February 24, 2018

Depending on how artsy you think of yourself, you may or may not have considered trying out the new coloring book trend. I know that I was very skeptical of the so-called “adult coloring books” because coloring is to practice hand-eye coordination, right? But when I saw this New York Street Style coloring book, I thought why not? And wow. Adult coloring gets a makeover with charming, fashion-forward illustrations from the city that never sleeps. Wherever you’re off to, take New York Street Style with you. Transport yourself to bustling New York, and give life to the city. Beautifully detailed outfits, accessories, and hairstyles complement iconic skylines and intricate street scenes. Embellish whimsical, full-page patterns with your own touch and window shop the elegant stores of New York while you make your way through an iconic city. This sleek, high-end package has an elastic closure and a satin ribbon marker so you can dip in and dip out of your own New York fashion week. Wit...

Every Single Lie by Rachel Vincent

- September 09, 2020

“I think that putting so much fuss into a funeral is a bit like spending all your time worrying about your wedding and none thinking about the actual marriage.” Nobody in Beckett's life seems to be telling the whole story. Her boyfriend Jake keeps hiding texts and might be cheating on her. Her father lied about losing his job before his shocking death. And everyone in school seems to be whispering about her and her family behind her back. But none of that compares to the day Beckett finds the body of a newborn baby in a gym bag-Jake's gym bag -on the floor of her high school locker room. As word leaks out, rumors that Beckett's the mother take off like wildfire in a town all too ready to believe the worst of her. And as the police investigation unfolds, she discovers that everyone has a secret to hide and the truth could alter everything she thought she knew. Oh what a wild ride. This reads like part mystery, part drama, and all round hooking. Every Single Lie starts off on...

Chasing Happiness

- April 08, 2020

Wowow. So much has changed for the JoBros recently. I was never a fan of the Jonas brothers when they were originally together, mainly because I just wasn’t into music as much back then. Still, ever since Priyanka and Nick got married, he’s basically been grouped into my stan list, and all the brothers by extension. Chasing Happiness follows the band’s entire journey, from their formation to their comeback. How the band was formed and all that is probably old new to fans, but it’s not common knowledge for everyone. Not only does the documentary explain how each of them became interested in music, it also shows all the struggles they went through in order to reach the levels of success that they achieves in the 2000s. However, things obviously get really juicy only when they discuss exactly why the band broke up. The brothers also ask each other some tough questions about the decisions that they made at the time, and recount some of their roughest patches over the years. They al...

As If On Cue by Marisa Kanter

- July 23, 2021

Lifelong rivals Natalie and Reid have never been on the same team. So when their school’s art budget faces cutbacks, of course Natalie finds herself up against her nemesis once more. She’s fighting to direct the school’s first ever student-written play, but for her small production to get funding, the school’s award-winning band will have to lose it. Reid’s band. And he’s got no intention of letting the show go on. But when their rivalry turns into an all-out prank war that goes too far, Natalie and Reid have to face the music, resulting in the worst compromise: writing and directing a musical. Together. At least if they deliver a sold-out show, the school board will reconsider next year’s band and theater budget. Everyone could win. Except Natalie and Reid. Because after spending their entire lives in competition, they have absolutely no idea how to be co-anything. And they certainly don’t know how to deal with the feelings that are inexplicably, weirdly, definitely developing between...

The Disappearing Act By Catherine Steadman

- June 16, 2021

Once a year, actors from across the globe descend on the smog and sunshine of Los Angeles for pilot season. Every cable network and studio looking to fill the rosters of their new shows enticing a fresh batch of young hopefuls, anxious, desperate and willing to do whatever it takes to make it. Careers will be made, dreams will be realized, stars will be born. And some will be snuffed out. British star Mia Eliot has landed leading roles in costume dramas in her native country, but now it's time for Hollywood to take her to the next level. Mia flies across the Atlantic to join the hoard of talent scrambling for their big breaks. She's a fish out of water in the ruthlessly competitive and faceless world of back-to-back auditioning. Then one day she meets Emily, another actress from out of town and a kindred spirit. Emily is friendly and genuine and reassuringly doesn't seem to be taking any of it too seriously. She stands out in a conveyor-belt world of fellow auditionees. B...

Warcross by Marie Lu

- March 26, 2018

I’ve never exactly been able to get into video games, despite all my best efforts … but I still love hearing about them, and trying my hand at them every once in a while. Warcross gave me some major Hunger Games meets Ender Game vibes, and I was not disappointed! For the millions who log in every day, Warcross isn’t just a game—it’s a way of life. The obsession started ten years ago and its fan base now spans the globe, some eager to escape from reality and others hoping to make a profit. Struggling to make ends meet, teenage hacker Emika Chen works as a bounty hunter, tracking down Warcross players who bet on the game illegally. But the bounty-hunting world is a competitive one, and survival has not been easy. To make some quick cash, Emika takes a risk and hacks into the opening game of the international Warcross Championships—only to accidentally glitch herself into the action and become an overnight sensation. Convinced she’s going to be arrested, Emika is shocked when ...