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“Hunting for a Husband,” by Mindy Steele

Fitting In Leah’s boyfriend of three years has dumped her, then her dad decided to move them hundreds of miles away. Leah misses her best friend, and her two recently married sisters who did not make the move with them. … Continue reading

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“Gelato at the Villa,” by Robin Jones Gunn

Let the Adventure Begin Claire and Grace are two adult best friends that decide to take a trip to Italy together–no spouses or children are included. Although they had both been there in the past, it was a long time … Continue reading

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“The Riding Lesson,” by Jennifer K. Mann

Riding a Horse! Frances loves horses, but has never ridden one. Today, she will. Her friend, Mae, who has horses, has invited her over. But Frances isn’t prepared for what it is like when dreams of horses clash with reality. … Continue reading

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“The Highland Heist,” by Pepper Basham

Lads and Lassies! The mystery solving couple, Lord and Lady Astley, Grace and Frederick, are back, and this time the story begins in America and ends on the other side of the ocean. When Grace and Frederick, walk into a … Continue reading

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“Hazel the Handful,” by Jamie Michalak

The New Baby For a long time, Hazel, the dog, has been number one in her family’s life, especially with her girl, Bea. When a new baby arrives, Hazel feels replaced, and unloved.  The baby gets all the attention, while … Continue reading

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“Peekaboo Dog,” by Camilla Reid

Illustrated by Ingela P. Arrhenius Lots of Fun! Get ready for lots of fun.  This interactive book has something to do on every page including the cover. Dogs do lots of things in this book, including moving their eyes, wagging … Continue reading

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“Our Gorgeous Baby,” by Smriti Prasadam-Halls

The New Baby This title is a tongue-in-check statement by a sibling referring to her new sister.  As people talk about their gorgeous baby, the sister points out the not so wonderful things that she does.  For instance, being awakened … Continue reading

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“Maisy Big, Maisy Small,” by Lucy Cousins

Maisy Hits the Big Time The fun begins with the size of this book, it is very large, measuring more than 11” by 11.” This book of rhymes states the opposite word on each page, such as Maisy fast and … Continue reading

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“The Pursuit of Elena Bradford,” by Ann H. Gabhart

The Husband Hunt Twenty-five-year-old Elena is reeling. First, the sudden death of her father. Next, the discovery that her father had lost all their wealth, and put them deeply into debt. Now, her mother has announced she has scraped together … Continue reading

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“Bunnies on the Bus,” by Philip Ardagh

Illustrated by Ben Mantle Oh No, Bunnies on the Bus! Get ready for some hilarity.  The bunnies are back, and this time they have taken over a bus.  As they zoom through the town, they ignore the bus stops, even … Continue reading

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