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2021 Recap: My Top Ten (Fifteen) Books

January 6, 2022January 5, 2022 / beckmank / 6 Comments

I couldn't get it down to ten, so check out my top fifteen books of 2021. I read a variety of genres, I think there's a little something for everyone here.

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Police Navidad. A mini review.

November 18, 2021 / beckmank / 1 Comment

4.5/5 Stairs - This Christmas-themed cozy mystery will make you laugh, warm your heart, and get you into the Christmas spirit!

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Fatal Solutions. A mini review.

November 9, 2021 / beckmank / 1 Comment

5/5 Stairs. If you enjoy cozy mysteries with quirky characters and humor throughout, give the Crossword Puzzle Mysteries a try!

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July 2021 Wrap-Up

August 1, 2021 / beckmank / 3 Comments

It's time for the July wrap up. I only read seven books this month, but they were all terrific! What should I read in August?

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Double Wide. A mini-review.

July 23, 2021July 23, 2021 / beckmank / 3 Comments

5/5 Stairs. One of my favorite series! Ms. Archer changes the narrative up in this outing. Davis Way is kidnapped, and the story is told through a series of letters, emails, and newspaper articles.

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