#bookreview Words with Wings by Nikki Grimes

Synopsis:

Gabby’s world is filled with daydreams. However, what began as an escape from her parents’ arguments has now taken over her life. But with the help of a new teacher, Gabby the dreamer might just become Gabby the writer, and words that carried her away might allow her to soar. Written in vivid, accessible poems, this remarkable verse novel is a celebration of imagination, of friendship, of one girl’s indomitable spirit, and of a teacher’s ability to reach out and change a life.

Review:

This was an okay quick read. It’s about a young girl named Gabby who needed an escape from her parents arguments and she falls into daydreaming. Her new teacher at school actually encourages the daydreams and asks her to write them down. Turns out Gabbys daydreams paid off because it turned her into a really good writer. 

This story is written in verse one of my favorite writing formats. But overall very quick just under 100 pages.

Rating:

3 ⭐⭐⭐

#bookreview The Janes by B.M. Hardin

Synopsis:

Don’t doubt them. Don’t doubt anything about them; especially the Blonde One.”Unlike most, Jane had the perfect life. She was happy, content, and the perfect wife. Her marriage was solid, but they were missing one thing; a house and children, which led them to S.J. Lane.But who knew that because of one bad decision, everything, her whole life would change.In a community, were everyone has the same name. Where lies and truth, are one in the same…Who can you trust? What do you believe?What if the giver, is only giving to receive?Jane’s life gets turned upside down. And only THE JANES has the power to turn it all around.But little did she know that she was apart of one big game. And the biggest question of all was…which Jane was pulling the strings?Through secrets and pain, Jane learns the hard way, that not all problems, have an easy fix.Sometimes A JANE has to be thrown in the mix

Review:

2.5 ⭐⭐

I have to be very honest, I didn’t care for this story. I see where the author was trying to do with the MC named Jane and having the neighbors named Jane as well. But as the story went on I felt highly bored. For starters it can be a little confusing with the name “Jane” being mentioned a lot and trying to pay attention to who’s who that’s speaking. 

Also towards the middle it was very clear how the story would end, it was very predictable. I felt this story had a lot of potential but I honestly didn’t like how this story was set up. I wasn’t the biggest fan of the writing and just the over all story. I had this book on my TBR for a while and finally took the time now to read it but I was actually let down. But over all it was okay. If you want a quick read that’s predictable maybe you could check this story out.

#bookreview The Prada Plan By Ashley Antoinette

I decided to start the The Prada Plan Series by Ashley Antoinette. This series ties into two other series the author has out so I finally had the chance to read it. Please check out audio of my podcast sharing my thoughts on the first book of this series.

A Girl Named Rainbow By Krystaelynne Sanders Diggs| #bookreview #netgalley #agirlnamedtainbow

My thoughts/ review:

This is a really cute uplifting children’s book about a little girl named Rainbow and how she one day doesn’t like her name because she keeps getting teased at school. Her mom helps her change her mind about her name and helps her to love the name she was given. This book was done really well I loved illustrations and how colorful and bright they were. I believe this book can help young children with self esteem issues as well as self love. I think young children need more books like this, especially when the media is telling young kids to be and act a certain way instead of learning to love themselves.

Rating: 4.75 ⭐

*I would like to thank netgalley, the publisher, and the author for allowing me to read this book for my honest review**

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