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Veil of Deception – Elizabeth Aragon Genre: Action, Mystery, Romance Publisher: Self-published Release Date: 6 December 2024 Format read: Ebook (PDF) Source of book: A copy of this book was provided in exchange for an honest, paid review My Thoughts Veil of Deception is marketed as a murder-mystery romance and an intriguing genre blend that makes you wonder […]
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Authenticity Insurance – Lee Swann Genre: Business, Productivity, Nonfiction Publisher: Koehler Books Release Date: 2025 Format read: Paperback Source of book: This book was provided in exchange for an honest review. My Thoughts Previously on the blog I had reviewed The Fractional Leader’s Playbook, which was a guide for senior leaders who wanted to pivot their […]
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Not Here Anymore – Sienna S. Ross Genre: Drama, Thriller, Contemporary Fiction Publisher: Self-published Release Date: 4 August 2025 Format read: Ebook Source of book: A copy of this book was provided in exchange for an honest, paid review My Thoughts In most stories, you are supposed to identify with the protagonist. You are supposed […]
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Shafted (Serenity Acres: Where Secrets Barely Stay Hidden #2) Genre: Mystery Publisher: Self-published Release Date: 15 October 2025 Format read: Paperback Source of book: A copy of this book was provided in exchange for an honest, paid review My Thoughts Previously on Crokes, I reviewed Dinked, the first instalment of the Serenity Acres: Where Secrets Barely […]
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Dinked (Serenity Acres: Where Secrets Barely Stay Hidden #1) Genre: Mystery Publisher: Self-published Release Date: 2025 Format read: Paperback Source of book: A free copy of this book was provided in exchange for an honest review. My Thoughts I came into Dinked expecting a (somewhat) cozy mystery based on the synopsis, but realised quickly that I […]
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The Fractional Leader’s Playbook – Kellie Hinkle Genre: Business, Productivity, Nonfiction Publisher: Self-published Release Date: 2025 Format read: Electronic (PDF) Source of book: This book was provided in exchange for a paid, honest review. My Thoughts Have you ever seen, or even considered, the idea of an executive NOT working 50+ hour weeks? To be […]
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Citizen Evil [Volume 1] – M.A.S Genre: Fantasy, Romance, Comedy, Manga Publisher: Self-published Release Date: 2021 Format read: Electronic (PDF) Buy: citizenevil.com Source of book: This book was provided in exchange for a paid, honest review. My Thoughts I believe many people have a general awareness of manga by now. But, for the uninitiated, it […]
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Music and Freedom – Zoë Morrison Genre: Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Drama Publisher: Random House AU Release Date: January 1st, 2016 Format read: Paperback Source of book: This book was acquired independently by the Reviewer. Music and Freedom Book Review: A Symphony of Promise That Ends on a Flat Note TL;DR: I really wanted to […]
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As winter draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on what Crokes read in Winter 2024. This season brought a mix of insightful, entertaining, and—at times—disappointing reads. Whether you’re looking for winter book reviews or want to explore the best and worst picks, we’ve got a detailed breakdown of each book reviewed this season. […]
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Radio Silence – Alice Oseman Genre: Contemporary Fiction (Young Adult) Publisher: Publisher: Harper Collins Children’s Books UK Release Date: 25 February 2016 Format read: Ebook Source of book: This book was acquired independently by the Reviewer. My Thoughts Considering the fact that many people love this book, I’m probably in the minority here. The strange […]
