It’s a favorite contemporary romance. Sarah and Isaac’s story is raw, messy, and filled with real emotion. The chemistry between these two is hot while also having such a beautiful emotional depth. I will be reading more novels by Jewel E.Ann

This is a most enjoyable book as are all of Smith’s Botswana takes. This book has a couple of interesting story lines, including 2 where things are quite different from what they seem to be initially and one that puts Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni’s life in jeopardy. There is also a very touching couple of scenes from the Orphan Farm.

This is a book that 1) Uses just the right number of words to say what it needs to, 2) Can tell a beautiful story set in the harshness of a poor community in Ireland, and 3) Can beautifully contrast the very best and very worst of human behavior. In short, this is an amazing book, and I will be reading more by this author.

Excellent book and this book is really three stories in one. As with all the “#1 Ladies Detective Agency” books, the setting is Botswana and the title story centers around finding a beauty contestant who is morally sound. Also, we see Mr. J.L. B. Matekoni struggle with a personal challenge, and Mma Makutsi does outstandingly well in a new role. To read these books and know these characters is to love them and Botswana.

4.5* sweet story, told in verse, of Jude, a Syrian girl who moved to the U.S. as tensions heated up in Syria.Jude and her mom leave behind a dad/husband and a brother/son. The brother had left home to fight for a safe, better life. Jude and her mom worry about those in Syria while starting to fit into their new life in IL with mom's brother and family. Jude is exposed to prejudice while also navigating middle school and budding friendships.

I found the book very intriguing. It held my interest throughout the whole story.

THIS IS A VERY UPLIFTING BOOK INVOLVING MANY GENERATIONS. tragedy, hurt, healing and joy. I won't be specific but if you're curious have a read.

Since childhood, people told Tandi that she was useless and no good, and she believed them. Then she found the prayer box, and she finally was convinced that all those people were wrong.

While it is possible that I read this book when I was in school, I don’t remember any of it, and I certainly would not have appreciated it the way I do now. I did this as an audio book and the reader did such an amazing job of not only bringing the old man to life but of using his voice to make you feel like you were right there. I highly recommend this book, specifically as an audio book. It will be more than just a read; it will be an experience.

Some funny parts! Interesting how she uses her life experiences as fodder for jokes