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The Santa Suit. A mini-review.

October 26, 2021October 25, 2021 / beckmank / 1 Comment

4/5 Stairs. Curl up with a hot cocoa and your favorite blanket and get lost in the magic of Christmas for a few hours.

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Looking for La La. A Mini Review.

September 25, 2016September 25, 2016 / beckmank / Leave a comment

4/5 Stairs

Looking for La La is British chick-lit, with a little mystery thrown in and a lot of humor.

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June. A lovely summer read.

June 4, 2016June 3, 2016 / beckmank / 1 Comment

4/5 Stairs

It's about family, and love, and commitment, and loyalty. And I found it to be a lovely summer read.

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Big Little Lies. A Mini Review.

May 11, 2016June 21, 2016 / beckmank / 11 Comments

5/5 Stairs.

This book explores some serious topics, but keeps its humor throughout.

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Enchanted August

June 28, 2015November 28, 2015 / beckmank / Leave a comment

2.5/5 Stairs

A modern day telling of The Enchanted April. If you like chick-lit you will probably enjoy this one.

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