A Time Was Read

Twisted Love by Ana Huang

This week’s read? Twisted Love — and baby… a time was read.

A slow-burning romance, family secrets, and enough banter to make me smile right alongside the characters.

I’m breaking down the chemistry, the emotional journey, and why this story worked so well for me from beginning to end.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: Buy, Borrow, or Burn?

Until next week…...

How to Kill a Guy in 10 Dates by Shailee Thompson

This week’s read? How to Kill a Guy in 10 Dates — and baby… a time was attempted.

The first 100 pages had me laughing, the middle had me taking naps, and the ending woke me back up just enough to finish.

I’m breaking down the humor, the pacing, and why this one started strong but lost a little steam along the way.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, ...

A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham

This week’s read? A Flicker in the Dark — and baby… a time was attempted.

A convicted serial killer, a family left picking up the pieces, and a twist I genuinely didn't see coming.

I’m breaking down the reveals, the family dynamics, and why I finished this one with more questions than answers.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: Buy, Borrow, or Burn...

The Princess and the PI by Nikki Payne

This week’s read? The Princess and the PI — and baby… a time was read.

A murder mystery wrapped in family drama, religion, secrets, and just enough steam to keep things interesting 👀

I’m breaking down the tension, the messy dynamics, and how this story managed to balance mystery, romance, and chaos all at once.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: Buy,...

The Kind Worth Killing by Peter Swanson

This week’s read? The Kind Worth Killing — and baby… a time was read.

Murder plots, manipulation, and the kind of characters that make you realize nobody in this story should be trusted.

I’m breaking down the twists, the mind games, and why this one kept me locked in watching everybody spiral.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: Buy, Borrow, or Burn?

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Worthy by Jada Pinkett Smith

This week’s read? Worthy — and baby… a time was attempted.

It gave nuggets, not necessarily a full plate… but definitely enough to have me pausing like “wait a minute now 👀”

I’m breaking down the revelations, the relationships, and the moments that had me wanting just a little more clarity by the end.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: Buy, ...

The Girl Before by J.P. Delaney

This week’s read? The Girl Before — and baby… a time was read.

A house like that? With all those rules?? Already a problem.

I stayed locked in trying to figure out what was really going on and how everything connected.

I’m breaking down the tension, the reveals, and why I enjoyed the ride… and now I’m curious to see if the Netflix adaptation got it right.

Official rat...

His & Hers by Alice Feeney

This week’s read? His & Hers — and baby… a time was read.

A messy case, dual perspectives, and just enough going on to keep me paying attention…

but it didn’t keep me.

I’m breaking down the twists, the back-and-forth, and why this one was interesting in the moment… but not something I’ll be thinking about later.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve r...

Kill For Me, Kill For You by Steve Cavanagh

This week’s read? Kill For Me, Kill For You — and baby… a time was read.

A pact like this?? Already a problem.

I stayed locked in trying to figure out who to trust and how far this was really about to go.

I’m breaking down the twists, the tension, and why this one definitely delivered… even if I didn’t need to experience that chaos a second time.

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Don’t Let Him In by Lisa Jewell

This week’s read? Don’t Let Him In — and baby… a time was read.

It gave chaos. It gave comedy. And it definitely had me trying to piece things together the whole time.

I’m breaking down what worked, what had me locked in, and why the ending didn’t fully satisfy me.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: Buy, Borrow, or Burn?

Until next week&hell...

Once Upon a Time in Dollywood by Ashley Jordan

This week’s read? Once Upon a Time in Dollywood — and baby… a time was endured.

Emotionally heavy and full of moments that should’ve hit… but the story felt all over the place and never quite pulled everything together.

I’m breaking down the emotional weight, the scattered pacing, and why this one didn’t land the way I needed it to.

Official rati...

Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver

This week’s read? Butcher & Blackbird — and baby, a time was read.

Dark, twisted, and somehow still giving chemistry… this one was not for the weak.

I’m breaking down the tension, the dynamic between these two, and how this story balanced chaos, humor, and just enough romance to keep me locked in.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: Buy, Borrow, ...

Reel by Kennedy Ryan

This week’s read? Reel — and baby… a time was attempted.

Love, ambition, and a story that had all the right pieces… but didn’t quite come together the way I needed it to.

I’m breaking down the chemistry, the emotional buildup, and why this one felt like it was reaching for something deeper that it never fully delivered.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: B...

The Secrets We Buried by Becca Day

This week’s read? The Secrets We Buried — and baby, a time was endured.

Secrets, suspicion, and just enough momentum to keep me locked in — even while I was side-eyeing what this story was doing.

I’m breaking down the buildup, the twists, and whether the ending actually answered enough… or left a little too much buried.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tel...

Plus Size Player by Danielle Allen

This week’s read? Plus Size Player — and baby, a time was read.

A dating roster, a confident main character, and one man who quietly starts separating himself from the pack.

I’m breaking down the chemistry, the roster dynamic, and why sometimes the one who’s simply fun ends up standing out the most.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, tell me: Buy, Borrow, or Burn?

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Behind Closed Doors by B. A. Paris

This week, we’re stepping Behind Closed Doors — and baby, a time was read.

Psychological tension. Controlled menace. Revenge that almost stuck the landing.

I’m breaking down the pacing, the payoff, and whether that ending truly satisfied — or left us wanting more.

Official rating inside.

If you’ve read it, send me your Buy, Borrow, or Burn.

Until next week… keep turn...

Read and Review- Season 2 Ep 60

This month we are looking at The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama!

I give quotes from the book with real life examples and discuss life happenings along the way. Let me know what you think!

Thanks for joining me on this reading journey!

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Monthly Meditation Moments -- Season 2 Ep 59

These quick affirmations will set the tone for your month! Make sure you are speaking to yourself and of yourself in a positive way! Once a month you will get a new set of 8 affirmations to say with me as I hope we can shift the atmosphere.

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Dec 1st, 2022

HAPPY NEW MONTH!

Bravery versus Courage Season 2- Ep 58

December is Write a Business Plan Month, Spiritual Literacy Month and Learn a Foreign Language Month!
Let's talk about the differences in these 2 so we can choose to be brave or courageous (depending on the situation). I explain the 6 types of courage and 4 ways to grow in courage.

I DARE you to show up in December in a different way than you have before!!!!