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CONFORM by Ariel Sullivan

Rating: 4 / 5 CONFORM by Ariel Sullivan follows Emeline, a young woman living in a distant future. It is a place with advanced technology, constantly cutting ties to the past. People are rated based on their genes and their potential for bringing new life into society. Emeline works sorting human art for destruction while… Continue reading CONFORM by Ariel Sullivan

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THE ORDEALS by Rachel Greenlaw

Rating: 3.5 / 5 THE ORDEALS by Rachel Greenlaw follows Sophia DeWinter, a young woman who was indentured to her uncle as a young child. She has been on the hunt for a way out, and making it into Killmarth College might just break the hold he has on her. Problem is, you have to… Continue reading THE ORDEALS by Rachel Greenlaw

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THE STOLEN LIFE OF COLETTE MARCEAU by Kristin Harmel

Rating: 4 / 5 THE STOLEN LIFE OF COLETTE MARCEAU by Kristin Harmel follows the title character. She has been a jewel thief for nearly her entire life, stealing from those who deserve it and donating the funds to those with a need. This begins during WWII. When he and her mother see the Germans… Continue reading THE STOLEN LIFE OF COLETTE MARCEAU by Kristin Harmel

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FALLING LIKE LEAVES by Misty Wilson

Rating: 4 / 5 FALLING LIKE LEAVES by Misty Wilson is a young adult romance set against an small town autumn backdrop. When Ellis' parents announce a separation and a plan for Ellis to join her mother living with family for the fall in the small town of Bramble Falls, Connecticut. It is the last… Continue reading FALLING LIKE LEAVES by Misty Wilson

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THE UNDOING OF VIOLET CLAYBOURNE by Emily Critchley

Rating: 4 / 5 THE UNDOING OF VIOLET CLAYBOURNE by Emily Critchley is set in the late 1930s. The story follows Gillian, a young woman without any really interested family connections. When her new roommate Violet determines they'll be friends, she finally has someplace to belong. Violet takes Gillian home with her for the Christmas… Continue reading THE UNDOING OF VIOLET CLAYBOURNE by Emily Critchley

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THE MEMORY DRESS by Jade Beer

Rating: 4 / 5 THE MEMORY DRESS by Jade Beer tells a story in two timelines. In 2018, we are following Jayne, a young woman who lives a relatively quiet life. When her job as a dog walker leads to a run in with an elderly neighbor, Jayne quickly sees that Meredith needs help. Meredith… Continue reading THE MEMORY DRESS by Jade Beer

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AN INCONVENIENT WIFE by Karen E. Olson

Rating: 3 / 5 AN INCONVENIENT WIFE by Karen E. Olson is a modern take on a Tudor era mystery. Kate is newly married to the very wealthy Hank Tudor, but a headless body being fond near their summer house throws their relationship and their lives into a tailspin. Kate didn't exactly expect perfection in… Continue reading AN INCONVENIENT WIFE by Karen E. Olson

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NIGHTBIRDS by Kate J. Armstrong

Rating: 3 / 5 NIGHTBIRDS by Kate J. Armstrong is set in a world where magic is illegal, but those with money and power can always find a way around the law. Enough money can buy a kiss from a Nightbird, a woman who can bestow magic with a kiss. These women have been taught… Continue reading NIGHTBIRDS by Kate J. Armstrong

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NIGHT OF THE RAVEN, DAWN OF THE DOVE by Rati Mehrotra

Rating: 4 / 5 NIGHT OF THE RAVEN, DAWN OF THE DOVE by Rati Mehrotra follows Katyani, taken in by the royal family as a guardswoman, sworn to protect the crown prince. She's bound to the queen through a soul bond, but she's also part of the family. The royals are beset by a series… Continue reading NIGHT OF THE RAVEN, DAWN OF THE DOVE by Rati Mehrotra

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WISH YOU WERE HERE by Jodi Picoult

Rating: 4 / 5 WISH YOU WERE HERE by Jodi Picoult follows Diana, a young woman working in New York City. She and her doctor boyfriend Finn are planning a trip together to Galápagos and she knows that he is planning to propose. Everything seems to be going perfectly, but then Covid hits. As a… Continue reading WISH YOU WERE HERE by Jodi Picoult