The Finalist by Joan Long

The Finalist by Joan Long
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Finalist is a good premise and the plot has potential, but it feels a little underdeveloped, particularly when it comes to character depth. I would have enjoyed the book if it gave more background on the primary characters. I feel as though the intent of the book was to maintain a wholesome approach, but it sometimes translated as cheesy. Despite these things, it did keep me turning the pages to figure out the villain. A worthwhile read, but not as good as I had hoped. #JennReviews #TheFinalist #NetGalley

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The Club by Ellery Lloyd

The Club by Ellery Lloyd
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Club tells the story of The Home Group, an elite club of the of affluent celebrities. It has some twists and turns, but none were a shocking surprise when the whys and hows were revealed. I never was able to form an attachment with any of the characters, although they were decently developed – none of them were particularly likable. Overall, it was an entertaining read, but it never invoked a sense of suspense for me. #TheClub #NetGalley #JennReviews

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Mecca by Susan Straight

Mecca by Susan Straight
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Told from various character viewpoints, Mecca will pull you in as the stories of each gently intertwine. Mecca is a cultural experience that teaches, reveals, and invokes empathy and understanding of lived experiences of the characters. This book will make your heart ache, stir your rage at the injustices, and make you yearn for more at its end. The only thing I disliked about the book was (1) that it had an end; and (2) how it ended. I wanted to keep reading and felt a sense of loss when I realized I had read the last page. Mecca is a cultural experience in and of itself and is a definite five star read that will take the reader on a cultural journey. #Mecca #NetGalley #JennReviews

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The Summer We Buried by Jody Gehrman

The Summer We Buried by Jody Gehrman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Summer We Buried was provided by #NetGalley and #DreamscapeMedia as an advanced reader listen in exchange for an honest review. This is story about the power of binding experiences and how impactful single moments in life can be. I have so many things to say about this listen that I can’t say for fear of spoilage. The best summary I can offer is that this is worth your time – its poignant at times, creepy at others, a story of choices, a story of love and hate. #TheSummerWeBuried #JennReviews

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