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The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight

The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith When I reached the last page of the book I sighed in contentment, because it was just so cute.  Which honestly, is a testament to my short memory, … Continue reading

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How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay

How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay by Julia Alvarez I recently recommended this to someone and was all set to send a link to my review, only to be shocked that I’d never written it up! It’s a great … Continue reading

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Snowed In

Snowed In by Rachel Hawthorne Ashleigh Sneaux’s parents are getting divorced and her mother has whisked her away to a quaint frozen island in the great lakes.  In the tiny community it doesn’t take long to acquire a new self-proclaimed … Continue reading

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Here’s How I See It, Here’s How It Is

Here’s How I See It–Here’s How It Is by Heather Henson Junebug is having a rough summer.  Usually it’s her favorite time of year, her family coming together to put on plays at the summer playhouse her father runs.  Usually, … Continue reading

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Girlfriend Material

Girlfriend Material by Melissa Cantor Kate’s parents are having problems and in order to think things over, her mother has decided to pack up and head to Cape Cod for the summer, dragging Kate with her.  Initially irritated to be … Continue reading

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What Happened to Goodbye

What Happened to Goodbye by Sarah Dessen I’m a pretty big fan of Sarah Dessen when it comes to teen romance. This one wasn’t really about romance though. Sure there’s a girl and boy and they like each other, but … Continue reading

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The Prince of Fenway Park

The Prince of Fenway Park by Julianna Baggott Those of you that know me know that there is simply no way I could resist a book with Fenway Park in the title and a kid in a Red Sox uniform.  … Continue reading

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Larry: The King of Rock and Roll

Larry: The King of Rock and Roll by Iris Ranier Dart Larry is a little fluffy white Maltese with a big talent.  Not only can he talk, but he can sing and compose music!   When Cathy’s dad hits a rough … Continue reading

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