Blue Ticket by Sophie MacKintosh

I really loved this dystopian read!  The lack of control experienced by the women in this story reminded me of the plight of the women in The Handmaid's Tale.  In both stories the women's choices were taken away forcing them to conform to rules set by those in power.  I found the main character especially compelling . The ending was different than I was expecting but it made sense in relation to the story. I would definitely read more books by this excellent author!

Chosen Ones( The Chosen One Book #1) by Veronica Roth

I absolutely loved this book! I really liked Sloane's complexity and her relationships with the other chosen ones. The detailed and vivid descriptions included throughout the story were a treat to read. I really like how Roth included articles, interview transcripts and other materials because it enriched the story. There were twists that I would never have guessed and the action in the last half of the book was exciting. I can't wait to read book 2!

No One Saw (A.L McKittridge #2) by Beverly Long

A very slow read with not a lot of action until the end of the book. I liked the mystery and I love the characters which is why I'm giving it a 4 stars. I felt bogged down by reading all of the interviews with different persons of interest. It was somewhat difficult to keep track of everyone who was being interviewed. The resolution was satisfying. I would read another book in this series.

Hollywood Park: A Memoir by Mikel Jollett

I experienced many emotions while reading this excellent memoir.  It was hard to read of the trauma that the author and his brother experienced in childhood while living in Synanon and while living with their mother.  I am thankful  they had such a loving father and stepmother who were there to support and nurture them. That support allowed Mikel and his brother to overcome their shared past.

Followed East( Book 2 of The Exalls Attacks) by Andre Gonzalez

Wow, what a wild ride of a read! Gonzalez grabs the reader from page one and doesn't let go! I loved how book 2 picks up a few years after the events of book 1. I really enjoyed learning about The Crew as well as more about the Exalls. I found the main villain in this story very chilling. The cliffhanger ending makes me excited for the third and final book in this engrossing series.

Little Creeping Things by Chelsea Ichaso

 I really enjoyed this book. I really didn't know what to make of Cassidy at times but the ending definitely cleared up any confusion. There were so many surprises along the way. I really liked how the author allowed the reader to understand Cassidy's thought process.

Breath Like Water by Anna Jarzab

What an excellent and heartfelt read! I loved that the story centered on competitive swimming because I've always loved to swim! It was really interesting to be immersed in that world. I loved all of the characters in this book but especially Susannah and Harry! The emotional ups and downs of this story really moved me. I look forward to reading more books by this author!