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The Dinner List. Probably my favorite read of 2019.

November 14, 2019 / beckmank / 2 Comments

5/5 Stairs. My five after reading The Dinner List: Love. Heartbreak. Magic. Beautiful. Hope.

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Red, White & Royal Blue. True love isn’t always diplomatic.

November 13, 2019November 12, 2019 / beckmank / Leave a comment

5/5 Stairs. This story is just what my heart needed right now.

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. A Must Read.

January 22, 2018January 22, 2018 / beckmank / 6 Comments

5 Stairs. I don't know why I'm writing this review - I can't even find the words to tell you how much I loved this book. (But check it out anyway to see my favorite quotes.)

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The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry. (Why didn’t I read this one sooner?!)

June 27, 2017 / beckmank / 9 Comments

5/5 Stairs A beautiful tale of a man who finds a second chance in his life, and he takes it.

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The Lake House. A Mini Review.

May 19, 2017 / beckmank / 2 Comments

3/5 Stairs. Great premise and execution. I just wasn't crazy about the ending.

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Almost 30 years ago I read my first Nancy Drew book, "The Hidden Staircase." I've had a love affair with mysteries ever since. -Kristi.
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