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November Grateful Readings

  November flew by with a handful of books read and many more added to the TBR list.  A good mix of audiobooks and hardcovers. A mix of sci-fi, fantasy, mystery, and strong realistic fiction. Just one non-fiction/ autobiography by Amy Roe.  All The Bad Apples by Moira Foley. Magic realism is set in Ireland. Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby. Two dads coming to terms with their sons' murder seek revenge. In the process, they learn how to let go of prejudice, injustice, and racial differences. Becoming Boston Strong by Amy Roe. Inspirational as I'm getting ready to run Boston 2023. Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng. Mother and son reunited under a system that punishes those that are different. The Wilderwomen by Ruth Lang. Sisters possess unique abilities, sensing and predicting past and future. Reunited to find their lost mother, they will travel far following their instincts, and meet strangers that will point them in the right direction. Sometimes not all that are wonde...

Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas

  This story will slowly capture you and grow with you.   Yadriel only has a few days before the day of the death and his chance to become a full brujo and since he wasn't given the chance to complete the ritual when he turned fifteen like others in his community he has to resort to completing the ritual on his own...what can go wrong when you summon Lady Death?   Strong characters, fast-moving plot, twists, and cliff-hanging/chapter turners. This book has it all~ family, traditions, friendships, romance, teenage angst, and hope.