With the dissolution of her marriage and the death of her mother, Cheryl Strayed has lost all hope. After years of reckless, driven only by Sheer determination , Cheryl hikes more than a thousand miles to the Pacific Crest Trail, alone. Wild powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one young woman forging ahead against all odds on her journey that Madden's, and ultimately heals her.

This book was labeled as young adult fiction, but I genuinely think anyone who likes stories about college-aged people learning about themselves and connections with others. The story was told from the alternating perspectives. One belonged to college freshman Penny, who is quirky, but not in an annoying manic pixie dream girl way. Her voice was fresh, funny, and real. The other perspective belonged to 21 year old Sam. His voice was distinct from Penny's, and I enjoyed following their individual struggles, as well as the unique ways their stories intertwine. This book was a great beach read that I highly recommend to people of all ages.

A friend of mine suggested that I might like the Hulu series "Normal People." Upon hearing it was based on a book, I obviously had to go read the book first. I definitely understand why my friend recommended it. This is a coming of age story that explores a complicated relationship between two people as they navigate growing up and becoming adults. However, if you are looking for a happy, heart-warming story, this book is not for you. It's honest, tender, and heart-wrenching at times. Though there are sweet moments, I wouldn't call this a happy story, but that's okay. Overall I do not regret the time I spent reading this book. Just check with yourself first to make sure you're in the mood to feel a complex range of emotions.

Funny as all the other book in the Neighbor from hell series

A person will reap what he sews Beauty shines through in the good you do. I am sorry, forgive me are hard to say but when said form the heart they bring great joy your way. Obey now, play later. Disobey now, pay later. Those who are tardy may miss the party Two wrongs never make a right Find someone with a hole in their heart and fill it with God’s love And the list goes on…………

Widow Liza Schrock is the owner of the Amish Charm Bakery. She is content to cook mouthwatering recipes for her community and stay unwed. That changes when widower Jacob Graber moves town. Now they both get a second chance at love, unless the secret from her past gets in the way. Very enjoyable and easy read.

That book dragged in the beginning but I continued on.the ending was sad but expected

This book was a little absurd. I don't typically read sci-fi that involves an entirely new universe and various alien creatures, so maybe it's just not for me. However, I did enjoy many aspects of this story. Chambers created an entire universe with new creatures, social structures, and cultures. From a sociological perspective, it was fascinating. The relationships between the characters were definitely the most intriguing part of this book. The plot itself left a lot to be desired. It truly was about the journey and not the destination. If you enjoy world building and escaping into complex relationships between various species, then this book is for you. However, if you like an adventure story driven more by plot, you may want to look elsewhere.

This is my 6th read. Author James Banks led the reader in a 90 day devotional to pray for a child who despite your best effort did not display the best results expected and hence is a distorted picture of the one desired and expected. The author encourages the reader to believe that the mighty hand and heart of God is still at work and that he really has the last say in the matter. He encourages the reader to cheer up and to continue to live in the sunshine of God’s perfect will and purpose.

This mystery collaboration includes J.W.Jackson and Brady Coyne, respective heroes of the individual authors. Taking place once again on Martha's Vineyard it follows the detective and lawyer as they investigate two deaths that are eventually linked. When a former US president is scheduled to visit the island to help diffuse a union strike of the ferry operators the connection between the two deaths is finally made. Any fans of either author will enjoy the island setting and fast paced mystery.