March book club theme - ✨️ new ✨️ - March 26, 2026 - A lot happens in the fourth book of the Stormlight series. Sanderson is a great story teller, but a very long-winded one. I think there could have been a bit more editing of this one without losing any of the plot or character building. That said, it's still an excellent story.

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A book about new beginnings - March 20, 2026 - This is an easy read. A tale about finding yourself and opening up to new experiences. Perhaps finding some magic and wonder along the way.

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A book about a horse or with a horse on the cover - March 15, 2026 - The third book in the Heroes of Olympus series focuses more on Annabeth and her quest to follow the Mark of Athena. My daughter said this is her favourite so far, but Athena is her favourite goddess so of course it is.

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A book in a different format than your usual - March 12, 2026 - I don't usually read digital format books, I prefer print editions, but this was the version I had access to. This story is quirky, fast paced, with over-the-top characters and scenarios. It's silly and fun. The last line made me chuckle out loud.

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Author name starts with "M" - March 10, 2026 - This compilation of novellas builds the back story of Celaena Sardothien, assassin. It's intriguing enough to make me want to read more.

Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/4

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A book with any type of fruit on the cover or in the title - March 4, 2026 - This book is a mystery/romance. It's quirky and pleasantly entertaining, but easily forgettable.

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February reading wrap-up 📚

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A book with a type "C" character - February 28, 2026 - This is a wonderful, magical, quirky story. A beautiful tale about being different, and that being perfectly okay. The author makes you fall in love with the characters and makes you want to protect them fiercely.

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A book about teen angst - February 25, 2026 - This is the first book in a series about a high school for paranormal teenagers. Drrrrraaaaamaaa! It's cute, and the author doesn't pull punches just because it's written for young adults, but the tone is still a bit too juvenile for my enjoyment.

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Author name starts with "R" - February 24, 2026 - This quick educational guide is good for those who are unfamiliar with governance models but a bit of a snore for those who have prior exposure to board structure. I was hoping for more insight for a new board member entering a previously established and highly functioning board of directors. 🤷‍♀️

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