The Score

Not going to lie, this series is legit good. I am continually surprised how much I enjoy the characters and the plots. The spice level doesn't hurt either! The Score is the third in the series although you can easily read this as a standalone. It follows Allie as she navigates her senior year and what she wants her future to look like. She and her boyfriend of three years have just broken up because he expected her to drop her dreams so she could help him pursue his (rude). But now she must decide between Hollywood and Broadway. To further complicate matters she has a passionate steamy night with campus' biggest player. He's a big hockey star, loaded, and handsome. The problem is Allie doesn't do casual, and Dean doesn't do relationships. What could go wrong?! Cute, sexy, and fun. 

Devotions from the Front Porch

I really enjoyed this devotional. Each day there was a Bible verse, a real life reflection (most of which were very relatable!), a beautiful photo, and a prayer. They were succinct but packed a punch. It was an energizing way to start each morning. This is definitely a devotional I will save and re-read again in the future because I enjoyed it so much. 

Lore Olympus v. 9

I don't know if the series is dragging on too long, but I am slowly caring less and less. Not only that, I forgot to reread book 8 before this and man I definitely had to look up what happened in that book because I forgot a lot and it made it harder to read this one. My favorite part of this series is the illustrations, they are top notch and so vibrant. I feel like we are getting closer to the end so I plan on sticking around to see it completed, I'm just losing a little steam.

How to Protect Bookstores and Why

This was an important read that every book lover/consumer should read. I love the format that follows 12 bookstores and talks about issues they face, ways they've overcome obstacles, and ends with ways for readers to get involved. I loved learning about these book stores in the process and I want to visit them all! Obviously one of the biggest threats to bookstores is Amazon, followed closely by healthcare affordability, and lack of government support. Ways to help independent bookstores thrive include: writing reviews, buying books, going to author events, helping change legislation, wearing store merchandise in public, not using Amazon and not using Goodreads.... Sorry, I have a Librarything and a Storygraph as well, but Goodreads is my bread and butter. I love being able to easily see what my friends are reading, have multiple shelves, and see reviews in real time. I know, I know. I am part of the problem! But. Nothing comes close to this interface, sorry. I know Amazon is ripping large amounts of free data off of me, but.... I'll allow it. Necessary read for all and it definitely has spurred me to action! 

The Love Haters

It sickens me how much I love all of Katherine Center's books. I eat them up every time, I have yet to be disappointed. She could write a book about two kitty litter executives falling in love and I would think that was the greatest thing since sliced bread. I FLEW through this rom-com. I couldn't put it down. The witty banter was top tier and I don't care how unbelievable or cheesy the plot was I drank it up like dehydrated man lost and wandering in the desert. Katie Vaughn has been sent to the Keys to film a promo for the US Coast Guard. She is a little nervous for two reasons, 1. her job is on the line so this has to be her best piece of work ever and 2. she has no idea how to swim. She loves being behind a camera but not when the stakes are so high. When she arrives in the Keys she immediately falls in love with Rue her landlady and aunt of the Hutch, the coast guard subject she is being paid to film. Hilarity follows along with some wrong assumptions, and a side of love. Perfect fluff. I'll have another!

Fairy Tale

What can't Stephen King do? This epic quest starring a 17 year old boy and his ailing dog is masterful; it's a wonderful homage to fairy tales and legends. When Charlie helps the grumpy old man down the street he has no idea what he has gotten himself into. He's convinced that he has to help this grumpy old man and his adorable dog and despite his initial thoughts, comes to like the crotchety old man and adore his dog Radar. Little does he know that another world awaits and an adventure beyond anything he's ever read or seen in the movies is about to occur. So much fun, Fairy Tale combined so many elements from the Wizard of Oz, Something Wicked This Way Comes, Shrek, Rumpelstiltskin, and more. Dark at parts, but come on, it's a fairy tale. The audiobook narration was SUPERB. Do yourself a favor and listen to this one! I don't want to spoil anything, but it's so good!

Secret Indiana

As a Hoosier I enjoyed reading this fun little travel guide about the weird, quirky, and hidden gems in the state. I was aware of maybe a dozen or so of the locations (I happen to live by two of them) and was really intrigued by the others. Some of the locations were kind of meh, but some were super interesting and I hadn't heard of. Will I go out of my way to visit all these locations? No, but if I am ever near one of them I may pop over (especially if it is one of the free ones). I feel like I am better equipped to win Hoosier Jeopardy now. This is a great little coffee table or bathroom book because you can read a few locations at a time. Each location has a two page spread with photos, the address, a little write up, accessibility features, and information on whether or not it's free. Interesting for sure. Now I know that Indiana is more than the RV capital of the world, we are also the goldfish capital of the world. Who knew?!