tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35518180985149772652024-03-08T07:07:50.550-05:00Books, Novels & MoreBooks Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.comBlogger149125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-80634137296855357672022-07-09T00:56:00.002-04:002022-07-09T02:29:26.766-04:00Book to Film: WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING in THEATERS 7.15.22<p><br /></p>
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-87077148882448692592020-07-22T02:06:00.000-04:002020-07-22T02:11:57.518-04:00Book to Film: 365 DNI Streaming on Netflix [Trailer]<br />
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The blazing hot film, 365 DNI (365 Days,) is taking Netflix viewers and social media by storm. The film is based on the first installment of a book trilogy by Blanka Lipinska.<br />
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The polish film is causing quite a stir.<br />
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While the film has some scorching love scenes, it's amped up fully loaded, by the fact that actor Michele Morrone graces the screen with his presence. That man is walking sin. He's a delicious looking specimen.<br />
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His face, his mouth, what he does with his mouth, his swag, his temper, his impressive package, his neck grabs...<br />
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Chile...<br />
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Just....just watch the film if you haven't already.<br />
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Hell, watch it again if you have.<br />
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Morrone has become quite popular,<br />
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His Instagram now has over nine million followers. At the start of the film streaming in America on Netflix, he was at 900,000 followers.<br />
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Needless to say, this film has skyrocketed his name.<br />
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Oh, by the way, the chemistry between the actors that portray characters, mob boss, Don Massimo Torricelli and Laura Biel, is off the chain<br />
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There's been some serious rumblings that a sequel will be happening. Can't wait for that....and perhaps since it's based on a trilogy, a third installment will be on the horizon as well.
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Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-12427356881432761962020-04-01T02:01:00.004-04:002020-04-01T02:09:19.522-04:00THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW [Movie Trailer]<br />
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The book of the month selection for February is the bestselling thriller <b>The Woman in the Window</b> by A.J. Finn. The film adaption hits theaters May 15, 2020.<br />
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The film stars Amy Adams, Gary Oldman and Julianne Moore.<br />
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Take a look at the "edge of your seat" trailer.<br />
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Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-28458213271504986572018-06-05T21:26:00.002-04:002018-06-05T21:26:15.804-04:00DOWN A DARK HALL [Horror] Releases 8.17.18 [Movie Trailer]<br />
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-39086397554585495852018-06-05T21:19:00.003-04:002018-06-05T21:19:40.946-04:00Book of the Month: [May 2018] - THERE'S SOMEONE INSIDE YOUR HOUSE By Stephanie Perkins<br />
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Last month's book of the month selection (May 2018) was the superb fun read 'There's Someone Inside Your House' by Stephanie Perkins. Where to begin with this deliciously creepy read? I'm an avid fan of horror movies and horror stories. So it was a complete thrill that this book encompassed the thrill of a horror movie and infused it so seamlessly into a chilling novel.<br />
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I have to say if felt more in the realm of the <i>Scream</i> movie franchise, but far more gruesome.<br />
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This was not a let down effort. The story was unnerving. It was edge of your seat suspense, a chilling ride to the end.<br />
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Grab a copy of this horror gem and get your spook on.
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"Turn on—all—the lights before reading this hair-raiser full of serious Scream vibes." –Seventeen</blockquote>
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-64638757721567997752018-05-20T14:48:00.000-04:002018-05-20T14:48:33.978-04:00Book of the Month: [April 2018] - THE BELLES By Dhonielle Clayton <br />
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The April book of the Month selection was the phenomenal read The Belles by Dhonielle Clayton. This was a fantasy world come to life with brilliant prose. The story evolves with a unique cast of characters and one spell bounding tale.
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Camellia Beauregard is a Belle. In the opulent world of Orleans, Belles are revered, for they control Beauty, and Beauty is a commodity coveted above all else. In Orleans, the people are born gray, they are born damned, and only with the help of a Belle and her talents can they transform and be made beautiful. But it's not enough for Camellia to be just a Belle. She wants to be the favorite—the Belle chosen by the Queen of Orleans to live in the royal palace, to tend to the royal family and their court, to be recognized as the most talented Belle in the land. </blockquote>
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-31116682103310035552018-04-04T15:43:00.004-04:002018-04-04T15:54:21.881-04:00BOTM: July 2017 - March 2018<br />
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It has been a busy time and I have not updated on Books, Novels and More in a few months. <br />
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Summer reading is always a joy. Finding the time to take a moment and crack open a book you've anticipated reading is a glorious way to relax after a busy week. My TBR pile continues to grow, but that's a good thing. Trust me...it just solidifies the fact that in the literary world, there continues to be interesting writers releasing quality work...creating new stories to uncover and devour.<br />
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The book of the month for July 2017 is the thriller <i>All the Missing Girls</i> by Megan Miranda. <br />
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Forget everything you think you know about those closest to you, sometimes they're the ones you really don't know. But then again, it could just be your suspicions running amok.
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Get your read on and grab a copy of this month's book of the month selection.
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“This thriller’s all of your fave page-turners (think: Luckiest Girl Alive, The Girl on the Train, Gone Girl) rolled into one.” —TheSkimm</blockquote>
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It’s been ten years since Nicolette Farrell left her rural hometown after her best friend, Corinne, disappeared from Cooley Ridge without a trace. Back again to tie up loose ends and care for her ailing father, Nic is soon plunged into a shocking drama that reawakens Corinne’s case and breaks open old wounds long since stitched.
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The August 2017 book of the month pick was the the must read thriller <i>Into The Water </i>by Paula Hawkins. This is a taut mystery thriller that will stay with you well after the last page is read. This gripping tale is one that can't be missed.<br />
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If you want a page turning suspense that will anticipate each twist and turn, grab a copy of last month's book of the month selection.<br />
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The September book of the month selection is the powerful debut novel <i>The Hate U Give</i> by Angie Thomas. <br />
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Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Khalil was unarmed.<br />
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Last month, the October book of the month pick was the engrossing thriller <b>The Good Widow </b>by Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke. It's been a busy and hectic time, so it's been a minute since I've posted on The Chocolate Chick. I definitely wanted to pop in and update the blog with a few posts, including the October book of the month post.<br />
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While this post is late, the book of the month selection was posted under the book of the month section on the right of the blog page or at toward the end of the blog page if on a mobile device on October 6, 2017. The book of the month selection will always be posted by the the 10th of the month in that section, even if the blog post is not up at the time.<br />
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<b>The Good Widow</b> is must read roller coaster thriller that will leave you reeling.
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The November book of the month selection will be posted in the book of the month section tomorrow!<br />
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Elementary school teacher Jacqueline “Jacks” Morales’s marriage was far from perfect, but even in its ups and downs it was predictable, familiar. Or at least she thought it was…until two police officers showed up at her door with devastating news. Her husband of eight years, the one who should have been on a business trip to Kansas, had suffered a fatal car accident in Hawaii. And he wasn’t alone.
For Jacks, laying her husband to rest was hard. But it was even harder to think that his final moments belonged to another woman—one who had left behind her own grieving and bewildered fiancé. Nick, just as blindsided by the affair, wants answers. So he suggests that he and Jacks search for the truth together, retracing the doomed lovers’ last days in paradise.
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This is definitely a late post. But, it is a crazy busy time and of course that is a good thing. On top of that, it's my favorite time of the year. I'm obsessed with winter and the holiday season. While I love to read in general, there is something about finding time to read on a cold day, curled up with a good book and cup of hot chocolate or coffee.<br />
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With that being said, the book of the month selection for last month was a gripping suspense thriller by James Patterson and David Ellis. <i>The Black Book</i> was the November 2017 pick. You will never go wrong with a James Patterson read.<br />
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Being a cop runs in Billy Harney's family. The son of Chicago's Chief of Detectives, there's nothing Billy won't give up for the job - including his life. Left for dead alongside his tempestuous former partner and a hard-charging assistant district attorney out for blood, Billy miraculously survives. But he remembers nothing about the events leading up to the shootout. Charged with double murder and desperate to clear his name, Billy retraces his steps to get to the bottom of what happened. When he discovers the existence of a little black book that everyone who's anyone in Chicago will stop at nothing to get their hands on, Billy suspects it contains the truth that will either set him free...or confirm his worst fears.
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The December book of the month pick was THE MAGPIES by Mark Edwards. This page turner was an engrossing suspense thriller that pulled you in and wouldn't let go until the reader turned the very last page. There are interesting characters compiled in THE MAGPIES, and the churning of their story will leave you shook.
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The January 2018 book of the month selection is simply put...a must read. The unraveling of the current administration with Trump as the leader is a threat to our democracy, freedom and safety.
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Since Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th President of the United States, the country―and the world―has witnessed a stormy, outrageous, and absolutely mesmerizing presidential term that reflects the volatility and fierceness of the man elected Commander-in-Chief.
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Never before in history has a presidency so divided the American people. Brilliantly reported and astoundingly fresh, Fire and Fury shows us how and why Donald Trump has become the king of discord and disunion.
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The February book of the month pick was the intense read <b>The Good House</b> by Tananarive Due. This is a story that will grip you into a sense of what you truly believe about good and evil. Take a ride through amazing writing that draws the reader in with precision and an unmistakable curiosity of what lurks behind the doors of <b>The Good House</b>.<br />
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The March book of the month selection was the shocking psychological thriller 'Behind Closed Doors' by B.A. Paris. Forget what you think you know on the outside, the truth is far more sinister. This book was profoundly disturbing. It kept you drawn in...you will not be able to put this book down.
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The book of the month selection for June 2017 is <b>Carter & Lovecraft</b> by Jonathan L. Howard. I must admit, one of the main reasons I wanted to read this novel was due to the fact that the story would encompass the H.P. Lovecraft theme in a very different and unique way. Throw in a former detective, grisly murders, paranormal events and a descendant of H.P. Lovecraft. It just screams...a must read. And of course, any story that includes a quaint bookstore is a winner in my eyes. But, this is all premature, because I am just beginning to read what I hope will be a page turning win.<br />
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The book of the month pick for May is <i>Salem's Lot</i> by Stephen King. This is a classic from the literary master of horror. I've watched the movie version of <i>Salem's Lot</i> several times, but never got around to reading the book. Being that I'm an enthusiastic fan of Stephen King, it is always a joy to begin reading one of his bestselling works that has remained on my 'To Be Read' list for far too long.<br />
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The new book of the month selection for April is a dark thriller from best-selling author Jeff Menapace. In <i>Bad Games</i>, the first installment in the <i>Bad Games</i> trilogy, the horror centers around a family on vacation...attempting to enjoy a bit of quality family time. Their peace is interrupted by the disturbing arrival of vicious "visitors" that were not invited.<br />
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This twisted well crafted tale plunges into the nightmare that unleashes the will to fight back...by a family that refuses to go down without a fight.
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Delve into the page turning thriller that will surely creep you out, have you leaving the lights on and double checking the locks.<br />
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TIME TO PLAY. PARTICIPATION IS NOT AN OPTION.
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The Lambert Family is heading to Crescent Lake, a rural cabin community in western Pennsylvania, for an idyllic weekend getaway. Some fishing, some barbecue, some games...
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"Psychological thrillers that take you to extremities of fear and suspense. An absolute MUST HAVE collection."- John Dixon, two-time Bram Stoker Award-winning author
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-22766006732661791262017-03-31T00:44:00.000-04:002017-08-11T02:41:56.903-04:00Book of the Month: [March 2017] - ILLUMINAE (Illuminae Files Book One) By Amie Kaufman / Jay Kristoff<div style="text-align: center;">
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The book of the month pick for March is a doozy. This month's selection is <i>Illuminae </i>by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff.<br />
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<i>Illuminae</i> is book one in the thrilling <i>Illuminae Files Trilogy</i>. I am exited and intrigued about the possibilities of what will be unearthed within the pages of this much talked about series.<br />
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Based on the synopsis and buzz around the series, the authors have crafted a very unique storytelling style...immersing the reader into a riveting dystopian sci-fi adventure.<br />
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Told through a fascinating dossier of hacked documents—including emails, maps, files, IMs, medical reports, interviews, and more—Illuminae is the first book in a heart-stopping trilogy about lives interrupted, the price of truth, and the courage of everyday heroes.</blockquote>
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The book of the month selection for February was a must read thriller titled <i>The Woman in Cabin 10</i> by Ruth Ware. You will not be able to put this suspense thriller down. Delve into a story that encompasses the nuances of what a perfect conundrum of a story should be.<br />
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<i>The Woman in Cabin 10</i> propels the reader deep into a mystery of what one woman says she witnessed...but when no tends to believe her, a riveting page turning thriller unfolds.
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From New York Times bestselling author of the “twisty-mystery” (Vulture) novel In a Dark, Dark Wood, comes The Woman in Cabin 10, an equally suspenseful and haunting novel from Ruth Ware—this time, set at sea.
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In this tightly wound, enthralling story reminiscent of Agatha Christie’s works, Lo Blacklock, a journalist who writes for a travel magazine, has just been given the assignment of a lifetime: a week on a luxury cruise with only a handful of cabins. The sky is clear, the waters calm, and the veneered, select guests jovial as the exclusive cruise ship, the Aurora, begins her voyage in the picturesque North Sea. At first, Lo’s stay is nothing but pleasant: the cabins are plush, the dinner parties are sparkling, and the guests are elegant. But as the week wears on, frigid winds whip the deck, gray skies fall, and Lo witnesses what she can only describe as a dark and terrifying nightmare: a woman being thrown overboard. The problem? All passengers remain accounted for—and so, the ship sails on as if nothing has happened, despite Lo’s desperate attempts to convey that something (or someone) has gone terribly, terribly wrong…
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The January 2017 book of the month selection is <i>The Couple Next Door</i> by Shari Lapena. This riveting thriller is a page turner with shocking twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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As always...happy reading!<br />
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A domestic suspense debut about a young couple and their apparently friendly neighbors—a twisty, rollercoaster ride of lies, betrayal, and the secrets between husbands and wives. . .
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Anne and Marco Conti seem to have it all—a loving relationship, a wonderful home, and their beautiful baby, Cora. But one night when they are at a dinner party next door, a terrible crime is committed. Suspicion immediately focuses on the parents. But the truth is a much more complicated story.
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Detective Rasbach knows that the panicked couple is hiding something. Both Anne and Marco soon discover that the other is keeping secrets, secrets they've kept for years.
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Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-56466132328257547402016-12-29T14:09:00.000-05:002017-08-11T02:51:03.568-04:00Book of the Month: [December 2016] - STALKING JACK THE RIPPER By Kerri Maniscalco<br />
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The book of the month selection for December is titled <i>Stalking Jack the Ripper</i> by Kerri Maniscalco. I was instantly interested in choosing this novel as my next read simply by the title as well as the lure of the infamous murderer Jack the Ripper. It doesn't hurt that the book is presented by James Patterson who happens to be one of my favorite authors. I was also intrigued to pick up a debut novel. Debut reads are important to the writers as well. It is always interesting to see what is put forth in a writer's first effort. <br />
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This month's book pick, <i>Stalking Jack the Ripper, </i>sounds like one hell of a read. The story centers around a young woman who's interested in murders that are happening quite frequently. She begins to investigate and pours over the forensic evidence. Jeopardizing her safety and her life, she becomes involved in trying to solve the murders being committed by a serial killer. But will she get too close to the truth? <br />
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The debut novel from Kerri Maniscalco takes place in 1888. The spin of history with good old fashion storytelling is a recipe for a macabre thrill. I can't wait to begin reading <i>Stalking Jack the Ripper</i> by Kerri Maniscalco.
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Seventeen-year-old Audrey Rose Wadsworth was born a lord's daughter, with a life of wealth and privilege stretched out before her. But between the social teas and silk dress fittings, she leads a forbidden secret life.
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I have been crazy busy, but I wouldn't want it any other way. I usually strive to post my book of the month selections during the first week of each month. But recently this has not been the case due to time restraints. Anywho...<br />
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Regardless of a hectic schedule, I make sure to find the time to relax with a good book. I've also had the pleasure of reading a couple of fab reads in the last month or two but haven't found the time to post about them. However I will do so at some point.<br />
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The book pick for the month of November is a suspense thriller that I have been dying to read. <br />
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<i>The Heiresses</i> is a page turner written by the author of the <i>Pretty Little Liars</i> book series, which is now a wildly popular television show. My mindset is ready for a suspense thriller, so I surely hope this will be a good one. Somehow I don't think it will be a disappointment.<br />
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*<i>This blog post entry was originally posted on my main blog on 11.11.16 </i>
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Was it suicide . . . or murder? And who will be next: Aster, the beautiful but reckless girl who’s never worked a day in her life—and who’s covering up her father’s darkest secret? Her older sister, Corrine, whose meticulously planned future is about to come crashing down around her? Perhaps it will be Natasha, the black sheep of the family who suddenly disinherited herself five years ago. Or maybe the perpetually single Rowan, who had the most to gain from her cousin’s death.
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<i>*This BOTM post was originally posted on my main blog on 10.15.16. I have been crazy busy and literally forgot to post the entry on the book blog.</i>
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Fall is here and I have to say I'm very giddy about that. This is my favorite time of the year. It is the beginning of the build up to the holiday season. The fact that Halloween is almost here is a thrill as well. I associate Halloween with all things scary. So this gives me yet another reason to watch horror movies, which leads to Halloween night...a tradition of watching iconic horror movies. But of course...I simply cannot forget to mention the joy of curling up with a good book or a kindle, grabbing a comfy throw and a huge mug of hot chocolate with extra marshmallows during the Fall/Winter seasons.<br />
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The October book selection is a book that captures a reader's interest with just the intricate plot dynamic. A young girl sets out to get revenge on the person she feels is responsible for her friend's death and the deaths of others. But is all what it seems? I cannot wait to find out.<br />
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The book pick for October is <i>The Wrath & the Dawn</i> by Renee Ahdieh. This is the debut novel from Ahdieh. Take a moment and travel back in time to immerse yourself with a new spin on a popular folktale. This fantasy young adult mystery weaves a tale that includes an unexpected love story.
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Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson are back as Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele for the highly anticipated <i>Fifty Shades of Grey</i> sequel, titled<i> Fifty Shades Darker</i>.<br />
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-9666588047343084352016-09-24T12:56:00.000-04:002016-09-24T12:56:40.379-04:00Book of the Month:[September 2016] FLAWED (Book One) by Cecelia Ahern<br />
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It is so crazy when it's time to choose a book of the month selection. I literally have to stop from listing at least three books to the mix. Specifically for the 'book of the month' picks. This is of course a direct result of my very lengthy TBR book list. The smorgasbord of anticipated reads that I want to devour continues to grow. <br />
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Well...maybe just an extra two hours added onto the day for reading. *Sighs*<br />
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Anywho, moving on.<br />
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I'm seriously hyped about the book pick for September. I can't wait to start reading it. This young adult dystopian novel centers around a biracial young woman who has it all, which includes living a perfect life. She is part of the elite society...the flawless society. The flawed population is treated just as you would expect second class rated citizens to be treated and worse. But that is the punishment that was bestowed to an individual based on the flaw or act that was violated in the eyes of the powers that be. Celestine makes a decision that changes the scope of her life completely. She must fight the very society that she was once a part of.<br />
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The September book of the month selection is <i>Flawed</i> by Cecelia Ahern. <i>Flawed</i> sheds a light on social injustices in a dystopian world. However when it's all said and done based on the world we live in today. Is that world really so different?
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Grab a copy of FLAWED and immerse yourself with a good book.<br />
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As always...happy reading.
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Note: This Book of the Month post was originally posted on my entertainment blog on 9.6.16. I literally forgot to post this to my book blog. </span></i><br />
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Celestine North lives a perfect life. She's a model daughter and sister, she's well-liked by her classmates and teachers, and she's dating the impossibly charming Art Crevan.
But then Celestine encounters a situation in which she makes an instinctive decision. She breaks a rule and now faces life-changing repercussions. She could be imprisoned. She could be branded. She could be found FLAWED.
In her breathtaking young adult debut, bestselling author Cecelia Ahern depicts a society in which perfection is paramount and flaws are punished. And where one young woman decides to take a stand that could cost her everything.
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The second book in the Flawed series is titled <i>Perfect</i> and will release on April 4, 2017.<br />
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<i>Mick Sinatra 3</i> by Mallory Monroe <br />
<i>Reno Gabrini: A Family Affair</i> #13 by Mallory Monroe<br />
<i>Tommy Gabrini 5: The Grace Facto</i>r by Mallory Monroe<br />
<i>Twist Me Series </i>(Trilogy) by Anna Zaires<br />
<i>End of Watch</i> by Stephen King <br />
<i>The Murder House </i>by James Patterson / David Ellis <br />
<i>Mick Sinatra 4: If You Don't Know Me By Now</i> by Mallory Monroe<br />
<i>I Almost Forgot About You</i> by Terry McMillan<br />
<i>The Game You Played</i> by Anni Taylor <br />
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-1388147669680440802016-08-22T00:40:00.000-04:002016-08-22T00:40:09.622-04:00Book of the Month: [August 2016] - I ALMOST FORGOT ABOUT YOU By Terry McMillian<br />
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The book of the month selection for August is Terry McMillan's newest novel, <i>I Almost Forgot About You</i>. I'm a fan of Terry McMillan's novels, yet realized I hadn't read her recent work. <i>I Almost Forgot About You</i> was also one of the books I wanted to read this summer. Terry McMillan's writing style flows with such a matter of fact, in your face narrative that you can appreciate as a reader.<br />
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The August book of the month pick centers around a woman who has hit a certain period in her life where she finds herself at a crossroads. Life altering decisions are made and a leap of faith sends her on a journey to reclaim her life and realize that just because you supposedly have it all doesn't mean you stop growing, learning and reaching even higher; for the dreams you didn't even know you had.<br />
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Grab a copy of <i>I Almost Forgot About You</i> by Terry McMillan today. Immerse yourself with a good summer read. I'm about to.<br />
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As always...happy reading!
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The #1 New York Times bestselling author of How Stella Got Her Groove Back and Waiting To Exhale is back with the inspiring story of a woman who shakes things up in her life to find greater meaning.</blockquote>
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In I Almost Forgot About You, Dr. Georgia Young's wonderful life--great friends, family, and successful career--aren't enough to keep her from feeling stuck and restless. When she decides to make some major changes in her life, including quitting her job as an optometrist and moving house, she finds herself on a wild journey that may or may not include a second chance at love. Georgia’s bravery reminds us that it’s never too late to become the person you want to be, and that taking chances, with your life and your heart, are always worthwhile.
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Big-hearted, genuine, and universal, I Almost Forgot About You shows what can happen when you face your fears, take a chance, and open yourself up to life, love, and the possibility of a new direction. It’s everything you’ve always loved about Terry McMillan.
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As we begin to really get into summer, the anticipation of delving into new reads and uncovering gems along the way is still there. While I don't post every book I read, I like to at least post a book of the month and highlight additional books of various genres periodically. For the month of July, comes a thrilling page turner from bestselling suspense author James Patterson w/ David Ellis. The July 2016 book of the month selection is <i>The Murder House</i>.<br />
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I wanted my next read to be a mystery thriller and <i>The Murder House </i> seems like it might fit the bill.<br />
<a name='more'></a>Whenever you mix wealth, revenge and murder together, the end result is usually laced with a shocking twist that leaves readers baffled at the end. Of course, that's what a good suspense novel is supposed to do. Regardless of the complexities of the story, a suspense thriller should leave a reader with questions, but ultimately and seamlessly crafts a mind blowing mystery that keeps you guessing till the end.
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Grab a copy of <i>The Murder House</i> by James Patterson w/ David Ellis and get your read on.
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As always...Happy reading!
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It has an ocean-front view, a private beach--and a deadly secret that won't stay buried.
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No. 7 Ocean Drive is a gorgeous, multi-million-dollar beachfront estate in the Hamptons, where money and privilege know no bounds. But its beautiful gothic exterior hides a horrific past: it was the scene of a series of depraved killings that have never been solved. Neglected, empty, and rumored to be cursed, it's known as the Murder House, and locals keep their distance.
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Detective Jenna Murphy used to consider herself a local, but she hasn't been back since she was a girl. Trying to escape her troubled past and rehabilitate a career on the rocks, the former New York City cop hardly expects her lush and wealthy surroundings to be a hotbed of grisly depravity. But when a Hollywood power broker and his mistress are found dead in the abandoned Murder House, the gruesome crime scene rivals anything Jenna experienced in Manhattan. And what at first seems like an open and shut case turns out to have as many shocking secrets as the Murder House itself, as Jenna quickly realizes that the mansion's history is much darker than even the town's most salacious gossips could have imagined. As more bodies surface, and the secret that Jenna has tried desperately to escape closes in on her, she must risk her own life to expose the truth--before the Murder House claims another victim.
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Full of the twists and turns that have made James Patterson the world's #1 bestselling writer, THE MURDER HOUSE is a chilling, page-turning story of murder, money, and revenge.
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If you're looking for something new to read that is a dark romance laced with edgy and shocking plot twists; The <i>Twist Me </i>Trilogy by Anna Zaires is a blazing series you must pick as one of your summer reads. This is the first series I've read by Anna Zaires, but it won't be the last. <br />
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You will quickly get caught up in this astonishing series that is filled with shock, intrigue, suspense and a dark romance that will leave you baffled...but, perhaps not in the way you think it will.<br />
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Book 1 in the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Dark Romance Trilogy
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Kidnapped. Taken to a private island.
I never thought this could happen to me. I never imagined one chance meeting on the eve of my eighteenth birthday could change my life so completely.
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Now I belong to him. To Julian. To a man who is as ruthless as he is beautiful—a man whose touch makes me burn. A man whose tenderness I find more devastating than his cruelty.
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My captor is an enigma. I don’t know who he is or why he took me. There is a darkness inside him—a darkness that scares me even as it draws me in.
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My name is Nora Leston, and this is my story.
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***Note: This is book 1 of a completed trilogy. Keep Me and Hold Me are now available everywhere. No cliffhanger.***
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<b>Abducted at eighteen. Held captive for 15 months.</b>
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It reads like one of those headlines. And yes, I did it. I stole
her. Nora, with her long dark hair and silky skin. She’s my weakness, my
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I’m not a good man. I never pretended to be one. She can love me, but she can’t change me.
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My name is Julian Esguerra, and Nora is mine to keep.</blockquote>
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<b>HOLD ME (Book Three)</b><br />
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<b>Captor and captive. Lovers. Soulmates.</b>
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We thought we were past the worst of it. We thought we finally had a chance.
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We’re Nora and Julian, and this is our story.
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All 3 books in the New York Times bestselling trilogy, available for the first time in one convenient, discounted bundle. Over 1000 pages of addictive, thrilling dark romance at 30% off the individual books’ prices.
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“Will you ever let me go?”
“No, Nora,” he replies, and I can feel his smile in the darkness. “Never.”
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On the eve of her eighteenth birthday, Nora Leston meets Julian Esguerra, and her life changes forever. Stolen away to a private island, she finds herself at the mercy of a powerful, dangerous man whose touch makes her burn.
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A man whose obsession with her knows no bounds.
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Her enigmatic captor is as cruel as he is beautiful, yet it’s his tenderness that devastates her most. Drawn into his violent world, Nora must find a way to adapt and survive—and find light within the darkness.
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• “I enjoyed this book with fear and arousal, amazed by the beauty in its darkness”
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• “This series will forever be burned into my heart. I loved it from the very first page and mourned the last page because I never wanted it to end.”</blockquote>
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• “Utterly brilliant”
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With summer comes a little more time available to enjoy even more great reads. In my case, I'm also giddy at the prospect of finally being able to dive in on my TBR pile and unearthing the stories that I simply could not wait to read any longer.<br />
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The book of the month selection for June is one of those gems that was ranked high on my TBR list. <i>Beautiful Disaster</i> by Jamie McGuire is the first book in this bestselling new adult trilogy. The <i>Beautiful Disaster</i> series centers around the dynamic and interesting interaction between Abby Abernathy and the quintessential hard to resist bad boy, Travis Maddox, after a not so innocent bet.<br />
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What is destined for these two seemingly complete opposites? Will both get more than they bargained for in the end? I can't wait to find out.<br />
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Grab the first book in the <i>Beautiful Disaster</i> series and begin devouring the pages to find out what millions of readers are talking about.
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The new Abby Abernathy is a good girl. She doesn’t drink or swear, and she has the appropriate number of cardigans in her wardrobe. Abby believes she has enough distance from the darkness of her past, but when she arrives at college with her best friend, her path to a new beginning is quickly challenged by Eastern University’s Walking One-Night Stand.
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Intrigued by Abby’s resistance to his appeal, Travis tricks her into his daily life with a simple bet. If he loses, he must remain abstinent for a month. If Abby loses, she must live in Travis’s apartment for the same amount of time. Either way, Travis has no idea that he has met his match.
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-61289555900673250032016-05-12T18:41:00.001-04:002016-05-12T18:41:50.463-04:00Book of the Month: [May 2016] - DAUGHTER OF DEEP SILENCE By Carrie Ryan <div style="text-align: center;">
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The book of the month pick this month is from bestselling author Carrie Ryan. I have to say, you will instantly be pulled into this story after reading the first chapter. The synthesis of the writing flow and embodiment of this engrossing suspense thriller will take readers on a ride that propels you to anxiously wonder...what will happen next?<br />
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This taut revenge narrative catapults the intrigue to levels that grips the emotions. The devastation one young woman must overcome is deepened upon learning of a possible unforgivable betrayal. The book selection for May 2016 is <i>Daughter of Deep Silence</i> by Carrie Ryan.<br />
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As always...happy reading!<br />
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I’m the daughter of murdered parents.
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I’m the friend of a dead girl.
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I’m the lover of my enemy.
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And I will have my revenge.</blockquote>
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In the wake of the devastating destruction of the luxury yacht Persephone, just three souls remain to tell its story—and two of them are lying. Only Frances Mace knows the terrifying truth, and she’ll stop at nothing to avenge the murders of everyone she held dear. Even if it means taking down the boy she loves and possibly losing herself in the process.
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Sharp and incisive, Daughter of Deep Silence by bestselling author Carrie Ryan is a deliciously smart revenge thriller that examines perceptions of identity, love, and the lengths to which one girl is willing to go when she thinks she has nothing to lose</blockquote>
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<br />Books Novels And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12451677820396897332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3551818098514977265.post-62467348768211817252016-05-12T18:41:00.000-04:002016-05-12T18:41:39.403-04:00Children's Corner: TWINTUITION: Double Trouble [Twintuition Series #2] by Tia and Tamera Mowry<br />
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The second installment in the popular <i>Twintuition</i> children's series titled <i>Double Trouble</i> by celebrity sisters Tamera and Tia Mowry released on May 10.<br />
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This series is a fun read for children and young teens. The premise and uniqueness is a recipe that would make a great television show.<br />
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From actresses Tia and Tamera Mowry comes the second book in their delightful Twintuition series about the superspecial—and sometimes supernatural—bond between sisters!
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In Double Trouble, identical twins Cassie and Caitlyn Waters have adjusted to small-town life in Aura, Texas, but they’re still not used to seeing visions of the future. And their Sight is only getting stronger as their twelfth birthday nears! But even with this new gift, neither girl could have predicted what the mysterious package they received would contain—a connection to the father they know nothing about and the grandmother they never knew they had.
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As the twins struggle to discover more about their own history, they distract themselves by planning a birthday bash with their new friends. But when the visions of the upcoming party show it will be more of a catastrophe than a celebration, the girls work together to keep it fiasco-free.
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Tia Mowry-Hardrict and Tamera Mowry-Housley gained initial fame on the ’90s sitcom Sister, Sister. Tia can now be seen starring in and producing the Nickelodeon series Instant Mom and on the Cooking Channel’s show Tia Mowry at Home. </blockquote>
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Tamera is a host and producer on the hit daytime talk show The Real, currently airing on FOX. Together they’ve created a magical series about twin sisters with a powerful gift and an even stronger connection.</blockquote>
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