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Hi, I'm Suzanne. Proofreader by day, book blogger by night, devourer of books 24/7. My reading tastes: Basically you name it, I probably like it. I read a lot of contemporary and historical, both adult and YA, and I've also been enjoying more and more fantasy lately. Hobbies include: buying and hoarding of books, rambling about books to anyone who will listen, and trying to recommend books to my family and friends whether they are readers or not - because seriously, how can you not love to read books?

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⛄️ SNOW MANY BOOKS, SNOW LITTLE TIME ⛄️ ⛄️ SNOW MANY BOOKS, SNOW LITTLE TIME ⛄️ Do you want to build a snowman? Yeah, neither do we. There’s snow many books, snow little time and these bookies would rather be reading. Hibernate with us at #snowmanybooks2026 ❄️☃️📖🩵📖☃️❄️ The only kind of snowman I’m interested in building is one made out of books, so today I’m sharing a little book snowman made of books from my shelves that have white spines. Books Featured: ⛄️Dsting You, Hating You by Christina Lauren ❄️Ricochet by Becca & Krista Ritchie ⛄️Addicted to You by Becca & Krista Ritchie ❄️Last First Kiss by Julian Winters ⛄️Maybe This Once by Sophie Sullivan ❄️Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert ⛄️On Loverose Lane by Samantha Young ❄️Catch-22 by Joseph Heller ⛄️The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison ❄️Beloved by Toni Morrison ❓QOTD - Are you a fan of snow? Do you get a lot of it where you live? AOTD - We normally don’t here in Virginia but we are forecast to get up to two feet of snow in a storm this weekend. 🥶❄️ ❄️☃️📖🩵📖☃️❄️ This collab & more bookish community fun is hosted by the members of @bookends.friends 🫶🏻 #bookendsfriends #bookishcollab
⚽️ TWO FOR TUESDAY - FROST LAKE HIGH SERIES ⚽️ Thanks so much to @read_bloom for these gifted copies! I don’t read a lot of YA books these days, but I love a good sports romance and I’ve also enjoyed everything I’ve read from Rebecca Jenshak so far, so I just had to give her YA soccer romance a try. So far I’ve read Stealing for Keeps, the first book in the series, and I really enjoyed it. Even though I’m not the target audience for this series, Jenshak’s excellent writing and characterization drew me right in to what ended up being a very addictive read. Claire and Austin, the two main characters, were easy to root for, both in terms of their own separate goals and challenges, but then also of course as a couple. I also thought the forbidden romance angle was a fun one. What I enjoyed most as I was reading the first book was that it made me so nostalgic for the old Sweet Valley High books that I used to absolutely devour as a preteen. It was so fun reading a more modern version of that series, and I’m eager to read the second book in the series. As of today, both books are out in the world so definitely check them out! ❓QOTD - What books were you really into when you were a kid?
Thanks to @macmillan.audio #macaudio2026 #partner Thanks to @macmillan.audio #macaudio2026 #partner for the gifted ALC. 🎧 AUDIOBOOK REVIEW - MY HUSBAND’S WIFE 🎧 Author - Alice Feeney Pub Date - 1/20/26 Alice Feeney just never misses when it comes to delivering atmospheric, twisty thrillers that will keep you guessing. I have included a separate slide with the full synopsis for her latest book, My Husband’s Wife, for those who like to read those, but I went into this one mostly blind and I highly recommend going that route for the wildest ride! I was hooked from the very first couple of pages when a woman returns home after going out for a jog to discover that not only is she locked out of her house, but there’s actually another woman inside claiming to be her. I don’t want to say anything else about the plot except that it was nonstop twists, turns, secrets, lies, and betrayals from that first WTF? moment, and no matter how many times I tried to guess, I never did accurately predict how anything in the story would play out. I don’t like predictable thrillers so my many incorrect guesses regarding the plot twists made for such a satisfying read. Feeney’s writing is all around top notch, as always, both in terms of the characters she creates and the atmospheric settings she places them in. This story is set in England, on the coast of Cornwall, and mostly in a house called Spyglass. Located somewhat remotely, up on a hill, Spyglass just gives off slightly creepy vibes at all times. If you like flawed, messy characters, unreliable narrators, plenty of plot twists, and beautiful atmospheric writing, you’re definitely going to want to check this one out. I also highly recommend the audiobook, which has a full cast narration featuring Richard Armitage, Henry Rowley, and Bel Powley. Their performances were all outstanding, adding to the overall tension and suspense of the story, and I also thoroughly enjoyed the sound effects that were included. It was a phenomenal listening experience! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ❓QOTD - Have you had a five-star read yet this year? If so, what book?
📚 MY 2026 MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK RELEASES 📚 📚 MY 2026 MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK RELEASES 📚 Hey book friends, today I’m sharing my most anticipated book releases of 2026. I meant to post this the first week of January but time got away from me. Better late than never, right? This way you have an idea of what books I’ve be reading and reviewing throughout the year. This selection is of course subject to change and will grow as I learn more about releases coming out later in the year, but this is what I’m excited about as of today. I’ve already read and reviewed several of my January ones and those did not disappoint, so I’m hoping I’ve got a good selection here. It’s romance heavy of course since that’s my happy place, but I also have a few thrillers, some historical fiction, and some cozy fantasy reads. If you know of any you think I might like that I haven’t already listed, please share your book recs in the comments. ❓QOTD - Are we excited for any of the same books? If not, what’s a book you’re excited for this year?
🩷 PINK WEDNESDAY 🩷 Hey book friends! I hope 🩷 PINK WEDNESDAY 🩷 Hey book friends! I hope your week is going well so far and that you’ve been reading some wonderful books. I haven’t done a pink Wedneday post since before Christmas so I thought it would be fun to do one this week, especially since I’ve started adding some pink Valentine’s Day decor to my bookshelves. I don’t usually decorate for Valentine’s Day, but I got a little sad when I took down my Christmas decor so I decided to pick up a few Valentine’s decorations. Needless to say, this post is equal parts book stack and shelfie. My stack features two pink books that are on my TBR and the rest are favorites from recent years. A few of those were also gifted by @berkleyromance, so huge thanks to them. 🩷 Books Featured: The Bodyguard Affair by Amy Lea (TBR) The Rom Con by Devon Daniels (TBR) The Kiss Countdown by Etta Easton Technically Yours by Denise Williams A Love Like the Sun by Riss M. Neilson Swept Away by Beth O’Leary Overruled by Lana Ferguson The Lust Crusade by Jo Segura Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood Battle of the Bookstores by Ali Brady ❓QOTD - Have you read any of these? Do you get sad when you take down holiday decorations or are you more glad to just put your rooms back in order?
Thanks for the free e-book & #gifted ALC @berkleyr Thanks for the free e-book & #gifted ALC @berkleyromance #BerkleyPartner #Berkley & @prhaudio #prhaudiopartner 🌳Review - THE MAGIC OF UNTAMED HEARTS (Wild Magic 3)🌳 Author - Raquel Vasquez Gilliland Pub Date - 1/13/26 (Physical copy purchased by me) The Magic of Untamed Hearts focuses on Sky, the youngest Flores sister. I’ve been excited to read this one ever since witnessing what happened to her in the previous book, and this ended up being my favorite book in the series. Sky had mysteriously gone missing in the woods 8 years ago and was rescued by her family, but when she returned, no one in her town believed her account of what had happened. While the truth was that she had been trapped in a dreamlike state, haunting the land of the living like a ghost, the townspeople choose to believe she just recklessly ran off. Sky’s strong connection to nature and wild animals, who come to her side when they sense her distress, has townspeople calling her a freak and avoiding her as much as possible, leaving Sky feeling very isolated and struggling to reconnect to her old life. Adam Noemi, Sky’s neighbor, is a struggling journalist in need of a big story to save his career. While she was living as a ghost, Sky had followed Adam around a bit and had grown to actually like him. Sky has never told her story to the media so she agrees to give Adam an exclusive interview in exchange for him pretending to be her friend out in public to show people that she is not the freak they think she is. The writing is lovely, and I loved the dynamic and the chemistry between Adam and Sky as their relationship slowly evolves. What stood out to me most though was Sky’s psychological journey as she really comes into her own. I thought the author did a great job writing this character as having undiagnosed autism, and I also loved the magical witchy vibes & the Latine rep. The spicy romance, especially the clear communication between partners, was well done too. I read this one as an immersive read and was captivated by Elena Ray’s narration, especially in the flashback scenes while Sky was a ghost. So good! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ❓QOTD - Your choice for a wild animal sidekick & why?
Thanks for the free e-book & #gifted ALC @berkleyr Thanks for the free e-book & #gifted ALC @berkleyromance #BerkleyPartner #Berkley & @prhaudio #prhaudiopartner 🎵 Review - FOR OUR NEXT SONG (Glitter Bats 2) 🎵 Author - Jessica James Pub Date - 1/13/26 (Physical copy purchased by me) This installment of the Glitter Bats series is a sapphic romance that focuses on Jane, the band’s keyboardist, and Keeley, their drummer. The two of them have been great friends for over a decade now, but whether they realize it or not, more intense feelings have been simmering between them for nearly their entire friendship. When the two of them pair up to work on a project together, all of those feelings come bubbling to the surface and they have to decide whether to embrace or ignore them. I just loved being back in this world with the bandmates from the Glitter Bats! I flew through this book in a couple of sittings and finished the last page with a very contented sigh. There was so much to like in this book, but there were several aspects that I thought the author handled especially well. The first is the way Jane and Keeley had to try to explore their feelings for one another in the face of a complete lack of privacy due to their fame. The second is the intensely personal decision of when a person is comfortable coming out. Jane’s family is very religious and she doesn’t know if she’s ready for them to know about her bisexuality yet. I thought the author explored both of these aspects in a way that felt very authentic. Jane and Keeley were an easy couple to root for. I loved the way they worked together and the top notch banter between them. I was also so angry on their behalf because of the invasiveness of the paparazzi/media, and it had me rooting for them all the more. I was also pretty invested in the music industry drama involving the band’s former label. I alternated between the e-book and the audiobook and would definitely recommend both formats. The audiobook is narrated by Bailey Carr, Jeremy Carlisle Parker, and Nicky Endres, who all turn in solid performances. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ❓QOTD - Who are some of your favorite bands or musicians? AOTD - Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, 80s music
Thanks for the free book & #gifted ALC @berkleyrom Thanks for the free book & #gifted ALC @berkleyromance #BerkleyPartner #Berkley & @prhaudio #prhaudiopartner 🏛️ Review - THE LUST CRUSADE 🏛️ Author - Jo Segura Pub Date - 1/13/26 The Lust Crusade is the third book in Jo Segura’s adventure romcom series, Raiders of the Lost Heart, and I was obsessed with reading it as soon as I saw the cover and realized it’s set in Greece, which is number one on my travel bucket list! I love a librarian main character, and Dani is plucky, sassy, and so easy to relate to. When we first meet her, she has suffered a major loss and is grieving the loss of Theo, an archaeologist who specialized in ancient Greek archaelogist, and the man Dani has pined over for years. Theo disappeared over a year ago on an archaelogical trip to Greece and was presumed dead, and Dani was devastated. Dani’s grief journey takes her on a solo trip to Greece because she feels like it will somehow help her to feel closer to Theo. Imagine Dani’s surprise when she actually finds Theo alive and learns that he was kidnapped by smugglers who want him to find a priceless gemstone called the Eye of the Minotaur. When they capture Dani as well, Dani and Theo pretend to be in a relationship and work together to try to find the gem in exchange for their freedom. I thought this story was perfectly balanced between the fast-paced action/adventure scenes and the slower, more intimate moments as Dani and Theo reconnect and grow closer than ever before. I also loved that it was all set against the backdrop of Greece and had hints of Greek mythology sprinkled throughout. It fed my love of romance as well as my wanderlust! This one is perfect for fans of: ✨Brother’s Best Friend ✨Forced Proximity ✨Fake Relationship ✨Only One Bed I read this one with my eyes and ears and thoroughly enjoyed Kyla Garcia’s entertaining narration. She did a wonderful job giving distinct voices to each character so that it was easy to follow along and she captured the humor, the tension and suspense, and the more emotional moments so well. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 ❓QOTD - Do you watch action-adventure movies? What’s your favorite? Or what’s number one on your travel bucket list?
🎧 AUDIOBOOK REVIEW 🎧 Thanks to @prhaudio #p 🎧 AUDIOBOOK REVIEW 🎧 Thanks to @prhaudio #prhaudiopartner for the gifted ALC. Title - ANATOMY OF AN ALIBI Author - Ashley Elston Pub Date -1/13/2026 Anatomy of An Alibi is the story of two women whose lives have become intertwined by a murder that threatens to expose their deepest, darkest secrets. Aubrey works as a bartender and is haunted by the tragic death of both of her parents. Ten years laters and all Aubrey is after is justice for her parents and specifially the truth about what happened that terrible night. Aubrey believes that attorney Ben Bayliss knows the truth about what happened that night. Camille Bayliss is Ben’s wife, and between being married to a powerful attorney and coming from money herself, Camille appears to have it all. Camille isn’t happy though. She thinks Ben has been doing something shady and keeping secrets, but she hasn’t been able to prove it because he keeps such tight tabs on her and literally tracks her every move. A chance encounter with Aubrey allows the two women to hatch a plan that might get them both exactly what they’re looking for — if they don’t get caught. Aubrey will pretend to be Camille for a few hours, while Camille drops off the radar so she can spy on Ben. When Ben turns up dead, all plans fall apart and the suspect list is long, as was the list of questions that I wanted answers to. I really enjoyed the way Elston had this story unfold through multiple POVs and through multiple timelines. We had the perspectives of both Camille and Aubrey, as well as Ben’s law partner, Hank, who was also a suspect, and even the perspective of Ben himself for a few chapters. I was fascinated by the premise of intricately crafting an alibi and just as equally fascinated by how quickly all of that planning can come unraveled. The audiobook was such an addicting listen. It did take me a few chapters to really get used to all of the characters but once I did, it became easy to keep up with the different POVs and I got sucked into the story. If you like a fast-paced, twisty, suspenseful read, Anatomy of an Alibi is the book for you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ❓QOTD - What are you reading to start off the week?
Thanks to @gallerybooks #partner for the #gifted A Thanks to @gallerybooks #partner for the #gifted ARC and to @simon.audio #partner for the gifted ALC. 🐈‍⬛ Review - A KILLER KIND OF ROMANCE 🐈‍⬛ Author - Letizia Lorini Pub Date - 1/13/2026 This was such a fun read! It follows Scarlett Moore, a young woman who has made a name for herself reviewing crime fiction on a local podcast. Her boss decides to have her also work on the network’s popular romance book show. There’s just one problem - Scarlett does not do romance. She doesn’t date, doesn’t read romance books, and has no interest in either. That is, until she and Rafael cross paths again. Rafael is the tattooed bad boy who stole, but then broke, Scarlett’s heart five years ago when he disappeared from her life. When someone starts re-enacting the gruesome murders Scarlett has been discussing in her podcast and the police ignore Scarlett when she tries to point that out, Scarlett decides to take matters into her own hands and play amateur detective. I was equally invested in both the romantic subplot of this story as well as the “let’s catch a killer” one. I especially enjoyed the romantic subplot because Rafael is serious book boyfriend material, and I loved how patient he was with Scarlett since she was so determined to protect her heart at all costs. She had some big walls up that he needed to break through. I thought the two of them had fantastic chemistry and was hardcore rooting for them as a couple. I thought the author did a great job of balancing the romantic elements with the more suspenseful elements surrounding Scarlett’s efforts to catch the killer. It reads like romance suspense, but with a slight tilt towards rom-com. I did an immersive read and absolutely ate up the audiobook. Lindsey Dorcus narrates and her performance is fantastic, capturing both that romantic chemistry between Rafael and Scarlett, as well as the suspense and tension surrounding the murder investigation. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 ❓QOTD - How’s your week going so far?
Thanks for the free e-book @berkleyromance #berkle Thanks for the free e-book @berkleyromance #berkleypartner #Berkley 🤠 Review - DOWNPOUR (Griffith Brothers #2) 🤠 Author - Maggie Gates Pub Date - 12/16/25 (physical copies purchased by me) With the way I devoured this book, it’s safe to say that I am still fully in my spicy cowboy romance era! Ray Griffith is a bullrider who suffers a terrible fall that leaves him paralyzed and wheelchair bound. Even though he’s resistant to it and has pushed away most of his family members, he does need some help as he continues to recover from the accident. Enter Brooke, a home health care worker who is a disaster at her job and on the verge of being fired if Ray refuses to let her help him. Brooke may be a hot mess, but she’s beautiful and an absolute ray of sunshine so Ray takes pity on her and reluctantly agrees to let her work for him. I love a grumpy-sunshine romance anyway, but this one just felt really special. Ray’s accident and subsequent paralysis has put him in such a dark place, and while he has spent months pushing everyone else who loves him away, something about Brooke just gradually gets through to him and makes him start to fight to get as much of his normal life back as he possibly can. She’s so patient with him and her bubbly personality is just so infectious that it wins over everyone in the Griffith family, including Ray. The spice and the romance is of course fantastic, but for me, the heart of the story was really all about Brooke helping Ray to get his life back. I also loved seeing the other members of the Griffith family again, and of course, the adorable cow, Mickey, who walks around with pool noodles wrapped around his horns and turns up in the most unexpected places. Can’t wait to read the next book in this series! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 ❓QOTD - It’s almost the weekend. Do you have anything fun planned?
🏒 Review - THE PERFECT ASSIST 🏒 Author - Ji 🏒 Review - THE PERFECT ASSIST 🏒 Author - Jillian Arly Pub Date - 1/8/26 The Perfect Assist is the second book in Jillian Arly’s Green Bay Bobcats hockey romance series. I loved the first book in the series so I was eager to dive into this one, and I’m thrilled to say it does not disappoint! Niko is the team captain of the Green Bay Bobcats and he’s also a single dad to Sophia, the most precious almost five-year old you’ll ever meet. Niko has been struggling to find reliable childcare for Sophia, which has made his already challenging schedule even more challenging. Sadie is a yoga instructor who has been hired by team management to help get the Bobcats playoff ready. Sadie is also in need of a new place to live now that her current roommate (Coach Ellie from the first book) is moving in with her boyfriend. When Niko and Sadie meet and it becomes clear how good Sadie is with Sophia, Niko offers Sadie the apartment he had originally built for a live-in nanny in exchange for helping out with Sophia. Sadie loves Sophia already and is a little sweet on Niko as well, so she readily agrees. I love a single dad/nanny romance and this one was fantastic! Niko quickly endeared himself to me because he’s such a wonderful father to Sophia, and I also very much related to that side of his personality where he doesn’t want to inconvenience anyone else with his struggles. I also loved Sadie and her determination to follow her own passions even though it’s clearly not what her snobbish family thinks she should be doing. Sadie is also exactly the right person to be in Sophia’s life right now, as she helps Sophia to express some of her feelings regarding her absent mother. I loved the chemistry between Niko and Sadie and the slow burn of their relationship, but it was their scenes with Sophia that truly melted my heart. If you like spicy hockey romances, a team that feel like family, and want to experience goat yoga, I highly recommend The Perfect Assist! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 ❓QOTD - Have you ever tried to do yoga or meditation? What do you do for self care?
📚 26 in 2026 READING CHALLENGE 📚 I don’t 📚 26 in 2026 READING CHALLENGE 📚 I don’t have too many goals for 2026 as of right now, but one that I know I want to continue to focus on is reading the older books from my TBR. I have a terrible habit of buying books that I want to read but then getting distracted by newer, shinier books and neglecting the ones I’ve already purchased. I had a lot of luck with this backlist challenge in 2024 and 2025, so I’m doing it again this year. Below are the 26 books from my physical TBR that I’m determined to read in 2026, and I’ll be using a TBR jar to determine the order I’ll be reading them in. I drew my first two titles from the TBR jar today and those will be Queen Charlotte and Into the Tide. I’m hoping to do mini-reviews for all of the ones I read like I did last year, but we’ll see how it goes. Wish me luck! Queen Charlotte by Julia Quinn The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon Kill for Me, Kill for You by Steve Cavanagh The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig She’s Not Sorry by Mary Kubica Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry James by Percival Everett Rewind It Back by Liz Tomforde Wyatt by Jessica Peterson All Too Well by Corinne Michaels Crimson River by Devney Perry The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent Walkoff Wedding by Maren Moore Into the Tide by Laura Pavlov On Loverose Lane by Samantha Young Hook Shot by Kennedy Ryan Sunshine and Spice by Aurora Palit The Rom Con by Devon Daniels Next to You by Hannah Bonam-Young Mr. Nice Spy by Tiana Smith You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria Phantasma by Kaylie Smith The Other Mothers by Katherine Faulkner Ready or Not by Cara Bastone The Highland Fling by Meghan Quinn An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon ❓QOTD - Have you read any of these? Or are you doing any challenges this year?
Thanks so much to @dellromance @randomhouse #partn Thanks so much to @dellromance @randomhouse #partner & @prhaudio #prhaudiopartner for the gifted copies. 💙 Review - IN YOUR DREAMS (When In Rome #4) 💙 Author - Sarah Adams Pub Date - 12/30/2025 I’m so sad that the When in Rome series is coming to an end, but I don’t think Sarah Adams could have ended it on a more perfect note than she has with In Your Dreams. This is a he falls first, brother’s best friend romance that had me positvely giddy the entire time I was reading. Madison has returned home to Rome after years of trying to make it in NYC’s intense culinary scene. With her confidence at an all time low, Madison just really needs a fresh start. That fresh start comes in the form of a job offer to be the head chef at a new farm-to-table restaurant. The only catch is that the restaurant is owned by James Huxley, her brother’s best friend. Madison has no idea, but James has been in love with her for years and so he is hoping that even if she only sees him as a friend, he can make her happy with this job of her dreams. I absolutely loved the chemistry and the banter between James and Madison. They were adorable together and so supportive of one another, so it was very easy to root for them to find their way to a happily ever after. Aside from the fabulous romance, I also appreciated the anxiety representation that is present in the story and thought Adams did a great job in the way she presented such a sensitive topic. Overall, I just really loved being back in this charming small town one last time, seeing Madison’s siblings again, as well as the other familiar sights and sounds of Rome. I did this as an immersive read and thorougly enjoyed the audiobook, which was narrated by Chase Brown and Christine Lakin. They captured James and Madison so perfectly and were just such a delight to listen to. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ❓QOTD - If you could visit or live in any fictional setting, which would you choose?
Thanks to @stmartinspress and @macmillan.audio #ma Thanks to @stmartinspress and @macmillan.audio #macaudio2025 #partner for the gifted copies. 🌩️ REVIEW - THE STORM 🌩️ Author - Rachel Hawkins Pub Date - 1/6/26 The Rosalie Inn has a storied history of being one of the few structures in St. Medard’s Bay, Alabama that has been able to withstand the monster hurricanes that have struck the Gulf Coast over the years. These days, however, the Rosalie and its current owner, Geneva Corliss, are struggling to stay afloat. When true crime writer August Fletcher checks in for an extended stay while writing a book about the town and a suspicious death that took place during one of the devastating hurricanes years ago, Geneva hopes this will help to revive her inn’s business. What she doesn’t realize is that a storm is coming, in more ways than one, when August brings a guest with him. Lo Bailey, one of Geneva’s mother’s former best friends, has come to town to try to clear her name since she was the prime suspect in the suspicious death August is so interested in. I really enjoyed this book. Hawkins’ writing is so vivid and atmospheric when it comes to describing the hurricanes that they practically feel like characters in the story. I’m also a big fan of dual timeline stories so I enjoyed having the backstories for Lo, Geneva’s mom, and their friend Frieda revealed to us using that device, as well as the many secrets that were revealed over the course of the book. While I wouldn’t say this is a heart-pounding adrenaline rush of a thriller, it was definitely a well-paced, twisty and suspenseful read that is rife with tension. It was also very satisfying watching each piece of the puzzle click into place as we moved closer to the truth of what happened all those years ago. I highly recommend the audiobook! It has a full cast narration featuring Alex Knox, Cathi Colas, Dan Bittner, Jane Oppenheimer, Patti Murin, Petrea Burchard, & Stephanie Németh-Parker, and it was such an addicting listening experience. I devoured the book in a couple of sittings. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ❓QOTD - What was your first read of 2026? 🏷️ Book recommendation
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How we use cookies

We may request cookies to be set on your device. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website.

Click on the different category headings to find out more. You can also change some of your preferences. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer.

Essential Website Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features.

Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refusing them will have impact how our site functions. You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site.

We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain.

We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. You can check these in your browser security settings.

Other external services

We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Since these providers may collect personal data like your IP address we allow you to block them here. Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. Changes will take effect once you reload the page.

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You can read about our cookies and privacy settings in detail on our Privacy Policy Page.

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