Books and Magazines
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All Is Not Forgotten By Wendy Walker: She Needs Everlasting Help to Heal
By Alexandra Blockton ablockton@lc.edu Initially, no family in today’s society enjoys going through the day-to-day drama typical households experience with teenagers. Jenny Kramer, who is only a sophomore in high school, loves to party with…
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Straight On Til Morning: A Twisted Tale for the Boy Who Never Grew Up
By Ashtyn Britt abritt@lc.edu I have read every Twisted Tale so far, and this one has been one of the most enticing adventures yet! Written by Liz Braswell, this novel gives a much-needed sequel to…
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So This is Love: A Twisted Tale for the Books!
By Ashtyn Britt abritt@lc.edu I have read every Twisted Tale so far, and this one has been my favorite book yet! Written by Elizabeth Lim, this novel takes a unique spin on the story of…
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The Kowtow Wife, Who Doesn’t Want a Divorce; “Open House” by Elizabeth Berg
By Alexandra Blockton ablockton@lc.edu Initially, reading this novel Open House by Elizabeth Berg had my mind all over the place while reading. Trying to figure out why Sam just doesn’t realize she is better off…
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A Blood Sucking Vampire with No Identity: A Review of “Fledgling” by Octavia E. Butler
By Alexandra Blockton ablockton@lc.edu Imagine waking in the middle of nowhere, uncertain of your surroundings or even your own identity, in the middle of struggling to gain consciousness after an outrageous attack. That is what…
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“Man on the Run,” A Case of Karma
Alexandra Blockton ablockton@lc.edu Knowing your childhood friends would cost you your marriage. Or, worse, finding out your spouse never really cared for you from the beginning of your marriage. Wil, Kyle, Allen and Jay…
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Did Lifetime’s VC Andrews Casteel Series Do the Books Justice?
Ashtyn Britt abritt@lc.edu Trigger warning: The following article will mention sexual assault, grooming, and incest. If any of these things would be upsetting to you, I recommend you not proceed with this article. The…