In the order I read them, here are my top 10 reads of 2023 (of books released in 2023). Plus a bonus book just because. Chick Magnet by Emma Barry This would be a quick visit. He wouldn’t think about her hair. He wouldn’t confess anything. Under no circumstances would ... more >
Knowledgeable Creatures by Christopher Rowe A dog detective is hired by a female human to investigate a murder that she committed. But of course, all is not as it seems in this strange, mysterious world rendered wonderfully by speculative fiction author Christopher Rowe. Review A dog detective? A confused possible ... more >
Viking Strong by Doug Cenko Ingrid the Viking must face fierce competition to be named the strongest viking. But can she win if she doesn’t know how to swim? Ingrid has everything a Viking could want—a cozy home, a best friend, and very cute kittens. But she’s always wanted one ... more >
Georgie, All Along by Kate Clayborn Longtime personal assistant Georgie Mulcahy has made a career out of putting others before herself. When an unexpected upheaval sends her away from her hectic job in L.A. and back to her hometown, Georgie must confront an uncomfortable truth: her own wants and needs ... more >
Never Trust a Sneaky Pony: And Other Things They Didn’t Teach Me in Vet School by Madison Seamans DVM James Herriot meets Jeff Foxworthy in the real-life adventures of a traveling horse doctor. Climb into the truck alongside large animal vet Dr. Madison Seamans and race to the aid of ... more >
2022 was a challenging year for me when it came to reading. The DNFs were frequent but at least I got through my reading list faster because of them, and yay, ended up with a full ten books to include here. In order of how much I liked them, here ... more >