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Lucinda Berry | Author Interview

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About The Author
Lucinda Berry, a USA Today bestselling author, is a former psychologist and leading researcher in childhood trauma. Millions of readers across the globe have enjoyed her many bestselling books. Her books’ success includes film options and translations across many languages. In addition to being a best-selling author, Berry is a devoted mother and avid marathon runner.
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🐇How does your background in psychology influence the way you write complex characters and thrilling plots?
First, lots of my books are drawn from real cases or experiences. But as a whole, my role as a psychologist gives me a unique perspective into character development. The same skills that made me a successful psychologist, also make me a good writer-to get inside the psyche of another person. The ability to set aside my own thoughts, ideas, and prejudices in order to view the world through someone else’s lens.

🐇Describe your newest book, One In Four, in three words.
Murder. Addiction. Trauma.

🐇As a big fan of Big Brother and reality TV, could you share what inspired One In Four?
Honestly, I just like the idea of someone dying on camera with everyone watching and the fallout afterward.

🐇Do you find it challenging to write about sensitive topics like addiction and childhood trauma?
I’ve lived in this world both as a writer and psychologist for so long that I’m very desensitized to writing and/or talking about tough subjects. It used to be uncomfortable for me, but I’ve done it so many times that I’m very comfortable in these spaces. I exist in sensitive topic land:)

🐇What do you hope for reader’s experience or feel after reading One in Four?
Like they just got off of a rollercoaster.

🐇How has your writing process grown, and what excites you most about starting a new book?
I approach each book with the motivation that it’s going to be the best one.

🐇How do you find balance when writing about heavy subjects?
I do lots of running and hiking.

🐇What advice do you have for aspiring writers?
Never give up. Just keep writing. Write shitty first drafts.

🐇What’s next for you after One In Four? Any new projects in the works?
My next audio thriller comes out 10/21/25 and I’m so excited for it!

I really appreciate Lucinda Berry taking the time to chat with me. Their new thriller, Four In One, is available now in paperback, ebook, and audiobook. Help spread the word about Lucinda’s new book by liking and sharing this interview! Love author interviews? Sign up to my mailing list so you never miss one.

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Bunny

Mother’s Day | Book Recommendations

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Hi Friends,
Happy Mother’s Day! I’m not a mom yet, but I hope to be one in the near future. But I love to read, so here are some Mother’s Day book recommendations! I know you’re likely celebrating with family today, but if you have a free moment or two, consider picking up one of these books.

First-Time Caller by BK Borison
Inspired by Sleepless in Seattle, this heartwarming book features a single mother as the female protagonist. I adored the mother-daughter relationship in the book, and the plot about her finding love again was awesome!

Heartless by Elsie Silver
This single-dad romance features a female lead who becomes a more prominent mother figure to the child than his biological mother. Honestly, I loved how she fell for the father, but cared for his son first. Also, the romance is super steamy, and I loved how it ended!
Related Post: Heartless | Book Review

Reckless by Elsie Silver
I’m obsessed with this accidental pregnancy story. Seeing the two leads become parents was great, and their connection was electric right away! Despite some negative opinions on surprise pregnancy books, this one is very well done.

The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
The female main character is recruited to train three young witches and becomes someone they can rely on. Despite not being their biological mother, she grows to care for them. The found family dynamic in this book was wonderful, especially the bond she developed with the girls. Also, a romance develops between the female protagonist and the girl’s father-figure guardian, which is lovely.
Related Post: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches | Book Review

I hope you enjoyed this post and discovered a book recommendation perfect for unwinding after your Mother’s Day, regardless of how calm or hectic it was. Please like and share this post with fellow readers. Plus, I’m celebrating all of you, whether you’re a mom in the traditional sense or a mother figure. Mothers come in many forms, including fur moms, those hoping to be moms, and almost moms, such as women who have experienced a loss through miscarriage or other heartbreaks. So, if you’ve shown the love and care of a mother to someone, then you deserve to be celebrated.

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Bunny

Lightening In Her Hands | Book Review

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About The Book
Teal Flores must master her powers, find her mom, and resist Carter Velasquez. To get his inheritance before 30, Carter needs Teal to play his wife. Fake marriage? Check. Living together? Double check! Romantic sparks and some serious drama, courtesy of Teal? Triple check! Perhaps their quest to find Teal’s mother might unexpectedly lead them to true love.
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My Rating

I loved the first book in this series, so I was very excited to jump into the second installment! The series is about the Flores women, each possessing magical abilities. Sage Flores was the protagonist of the first novel. Following their mother’s departure, she and her two younger sisters were raised by their great-aunt. The first book left me really looking forward to this one, which is all about Teal, the middle sister. She appears cold in the first book, but it’s plain to see she’s got a lot of issues from her childhood and a really toxic ex. She’s also bipolar, and being a bipolar girl myself, I really love books that explore the disorder.

Marriage of convenience and friends-to-lovers are the romance tropes in this book, which made me nervous. But I loved watching Teal fall for someone and open up. Given her last relationship, many of her views and actions regarding relationships were understandable. With that being said, my feelings toward Carter, the love interest, were mixed. I was glad Teal called him out on his behavior and made him understand he should support her.

And seeing Carter understand Teal after she let him in? Yeah, that totally made me root for them. However, this book didn’t change my mind about the friends-to-lovers trope. I still don’t like it very much. Although some books have changed my mind about this trope, this one unfortunately didn’t. But, I thought their relationship was cute, and the love scenes were hot.

“You’re not broken. And you’ve always been my first choice.”

I really loved how they handled Teal’s powers being tied to her emotions. Those of us with bipolar disorder understand the difficulty of managing our emotions. While multiple factors contributed to her inability to control her magic, they all affected her emotions. The author really showed how she struggled with her emotions.

To me, the book’s most captivating aspect was the sisters’ journey of understanding and accepting their mother’s absence. And Teal’s whole emotional journey and finding herself was amazing. I especially loved how much her character grew throughout the book. And the ending was perfect!

Overall, it was good, but not as good as the first one. It was far less engaging than I had expected. No hate, but the plot dragged sometimes, and the romance wasn’t amazing. I really thought it would be a bit more entertaining, still I would recommend. If you like slow-burn stories with magic, friends-to-lovers, and lots of feels, give this book a try.

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Bunny

May 2025 | To Be Read

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Hi Friends,
I’ll be sharing what I plan to read in May today. Like the last few months, I’m using reading prompts to pick my May reads. I’m in a serious romantasy reading mood, so I included as many romance novels as I could on this month’s reading list.

Buy The Book: Homerun Proposal by Maren Moore

Buy The Book: Funny Feelings by Tarah Dewitt

Buy The Book: Nightweaver by R.M. Gray

Buy The Book: Holding The Reins by Paisley Hope

Buy The Book: Our Infinite Fates by Laura Steven

Buy The Book: Reckless by Lauren Roberts
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Bunny

All In | Book Review

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About The Book
A killer’s on the loose in Vegas, leaving no trace and changing their MO every time, so Cassie Hobbes and the Naturals are called in. Each victim has a mysterious number tattoo, and it’s a code the team has to crack. With each clue, the Naturals get closer to the killer, but the risk grows higher. As tensions escalate and the personal cost increases, the team faces deadly challenges and impossible decisions.
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My Rating

The Naturals series continues with its third installment, focusing on teens with special abilities working for the FBI. Each teen has a unique skill, with Cassie, the protagonist, being one of the profilers in the group. Together, they are all essential in catching the most dangerous serial killers. I thought this book had a really good storyline. In addition to the captivating mystery, there were also several intriguing subplots. Plus, the Las Vegas setting was amazing.

Even though Cassie’s still the main character, this story’s really about Sloane, the statistics whiz. I’m glad we got more of her backstory, since her role was minimal in the first two books. I think this is the first time we see just how tight-knit this group of teenagers is. The FBI brought them together, but they’re family now.

That mystery was a page-turner; I always love the chapters from the unsub’s point of view. Those chapters aren’t scary, but they’re really cool. I can’t put down the books in this series because they’re so fast-paced and gripping. I also thought Sloane’s backstory was really interesting, but kind of heartbreaking.

“Luckily for us, I’ve never met a bad idea I did not immediately embrace like the dearest of friends.”

There’s a surprising twist in the book about a new development in Cassie’s mom’s case. This crazy twist totally shocked me and left me dying to know what is going to happen next! Unfortunately, my feelings toward Cassie haven’t changed; I’m still not a big fan. I’m always disappointed when I dislike the main character.

The author crafted the mystery in the third book exceptionally well and made it superior to the others in the series. The mystery was so good, I couldn’t guess the unsub’s identity. However, the book wasn’t perfect. There were way too many plots going on at the same time! But, it makes sense. With all the questions from earlier books, the author was probably using this one to connect everything.

Overall, the author’s writing in this series isn’t exceptional, but Criminal Minds and CSI fans will be hooked. For me, this series is a top-tier YA mystery, with each book being a quick and easy read. While the formula is similar for all these books, the plots and characters are engaging.

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Bunny

We Listen And We Don’t Judge | Book Edition

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Hi Friends,
I wanted to share one of my Bookstagram posts with you. A couple of months ago, I took part in the “We Listen And We Don’t Judge” trend. I also wanted to share my (maybe controversial) book opinions here. While these views aren’t super unpopular, I predict some readers might disagree with these takes.

If you enjoy this type of content and would like to see more posts similar to this one, I encourage you to follow me on Instagram, where I regularly share additional bookish content. Let me know what unpopular book opinions you have in the comments. To ensure you don’t miss out on new posts, sign up for our blog’s mailing list before you go.

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Bunny

Spark Of The Everflame | Book Review

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About The Book
Healer Diem Bellator dreams of escaping her village, ruled by tyrannical god-offspring. Her mother’s disappearance reveals a dangerous secret, thrusting Diem into a world of royalty. She’s caught in her mother’s mysteries and a civil war. The king’s heir watches Diem closely, while rebels seek her alliance. Diem must navigate love, power, and politics to protect her family and humanity.
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My Rating

This book went from indie publishing to a traditional publishing deal thanks to its BookTok fame. The story centers on Diem Bellator in a realm ruled by the children of Gods. Despite being a skilled healer who always follows the rules, her family’s life has been disrupted since her mother’s disappearance. In the book, Diem finds out her mom had secrets, and some could be about her. This book has magic, adventure, and a slow-burn romance.

I loved every character, even the ones I didn’t like, because they were all important to the story. But I loved Diem the most! She was a powerful female character, but showed she had soft moments and insecurities. Another thing I loved was her amazing relationship with her brother and how brave she was, always helping others, even if it was dangerous.

The romance in this book is another story altogether! I wouldn’t call this a love triangle, even with two romantic interests, because Diem’s chemistry with one is obvious, and I’m rooting for them. I haven’t read a truly great enemies-to-lovers/he falls first story in a long time, but this one was amazing! Normally I don’t like slow burn romances, but this one worked great.

“It’s not the worst thing to break a little every now and then. It builds character.”

The book was so immersive, I loved it from start to finish. Even though the ending was kinda predictable, it was still shocking and sets up the next book perfectly. My only problem was that the world was a little hard to grasp at first. I needed to reread the first few chapters a couple of times to fully understand the universe. Don’t worry though, as the book progresses and we discover more about the Gods and the world, it becomes easier to understand.

Overall, I gave this a solid five-star rating! I loved that book and will definitely recommend it to others. If you like fantasy books with some romance, give this one a try! If you aren’t a fan of spicy books, you’ll be relieved to know this one is pretty clean. I wouldn’t say that it’s a closed-door romance, but more like a cracked-door romance.

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Bunny

What Lies In The Woods | Book Review

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About The Book
As children, Naomi, Cassidy, and Olivia believed in magic. Then one summer, Naomi suffered a brutal attack but survived. She and her friends identified the attacker, leading to the capture and prosecution of a serial killer. But the girls are hiding something. Years later, all grown up, Naomi must confront the truth about what happened in the woods.
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My Rating

My expectations were sky-high for this book because of the rave reviews and the author’s popularity in the mystery/thriller genre, leading me to anticipate a five-star read. Though the synopsis included many elements I usually enjoy, I almost gave up on the book, which is disappointing.

Naomi, the story’s protagonist, survived a brutal attack over twenty years ago while exploring the woods with her two best friends. Now, years later and with her assailant dead, Naomi doubts her own memories. The story felt like a true crime vibe, reminding me of similar incidents I’ve heard about over the years (i.e. the Slender Man stabbing).

The mystery is kinda cliché, a past secret revealed years later. I’m not complaining, but common plots need twists, otherwise they’re predictable. And, sadly, it was as predictable as could be. I saw the ending coming a mile away, so the book was a bit of a letdown.

“Nothing good comes from digging up old trouble.”

Since I’ve read a ton of mystery/thriller books, it’s pretty hard to surprise me, so I’m not usually bummed when I figure out the ending. But, honestly, this book was boring. Though it pains me to admit, I had to push myself to finish. I found the first 75% of the book to be slow and uninteresting. I’m a sucker for unreliable narrators, but this book’s writing just didn’t grab me.

Overall, I thought the story was weak, the characters blah, and the ending disappointing. If you’re into mysteries/thrillers like me, skip this book. Honestly, I don’t get the hype, and I wouldn’t suggest it. Despite this, I may give the author another opportunity in the future.

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Business Casual | Book Review

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About The Book
Nova doesn’t want love, especially not with Charlie. But despite her resistance, she’s drawn to him. So, Nova proposes a one-night stand to stop their distracting attraction. That night changes everything, making it impossible to avoid each other. Especially since Charlie wants to prove their chemistry goes beyond a single hookup.
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My Rating

I hadn’t been a huge fan of the Lovelight Farms series, so I went into the last book with some apprehension. It’s a series of love stories, all in the same small town, but each book happens in a different season. However, characters from the previous books appear in this story.

This story centers around Charlie and Nova. Charlie is Stella’s half-brother, and Stella owns Lovelight Farms. Nova is Beckett’s younger sister, and Beckett is a farmhand at Lovelight Farms. In the books, we really get to know Charlie well. He’s portrayed as this fun-loving, always-positive New York businessman.

Nova had, at most, a minor role in the rest of the books. I wondered why the author picked her as the female lead, but I liked her character, nonetheless. It was fun learning about her, since we knew rather little about her background or her true personality. I also liked that she was a tattoo artist, it’s a profession I’m fascinated by. It was fun getting to know a new character, and seeing more of ones I already knew. I just want to say, their romance was adorable.

“She looks like she could eat me alive. I fucking love it.”

Their relationship started out light and fun, but their connection was obvious from the beginning. I loved watching them change and grow throughout the story. I thought the character development in this book was superb. Plus, it totally showed how scary and tough it is to fall for someone, and to trust them completely.

My favorite thing about the book? Charlie! I loved how the story showed him figuring out what he wanted out of life. He seemed so lost and without a sense of belonging, which made me feel sorry for him. It’s a romance, but it’s so much more than that. It’s about family, too! One important theme is that there are people who love you, even if you’re not aware of it, because home is not only a place but also the individuals with whom you choose to spend your life.

Overall, the only thing I didn’t like about the book was the writing style. It didn’t grab me as much as I wish it did. It was okay, but I didn’t get super hooked. Also, to me, the spicy scenes were just okay, but I can see why some people would consider them steamy. Still, I loved Nova and Charlie together, and the story was, overall, great!

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Bunny

Killer Instinct | Book Review

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About The Book
Cassie Hobbes and her friends are part of The Naturals, an elite FBI teen program. Investigation of a copycat serial killer, mirroring Dean’s imprisoned father, becomes the Naturals’ next case. The team faces dark truths and deadly games. They need to beat a clever copycat to survive.
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My Rating

If you like young adult mysteries, you’ve probably heard of Jennifer Lynn Barnes’s ‘The Naturals’ series. I was so excited to start the second book after finishing the first one. Though not disappointing, the plot of this book lacked a certain something. The teen FBI team of Cassie, Michael, Lia, Dean, and Sloane are back in this book, though now with stricter supervision following the first book’s events.

This time, the storyline centers on Dean’s character. Cassie’s still the main character, but Dean’s way more important in this book. But I gotta say, I really didn’t like Cassie in this book. Compared to the first book, she was less likable and compelling.

I didn’t find this mystery as captivating as the first book. While I stayed interested the whole time, it felt a bit too predictable. I know it’s hard to make each YA mystery book unique, but this one was too much like the first one. They even had similar endings. Still, the characters developed more, particularly Dean; his background’s really interesting.

“It’s not the bad memories that tear a person apart. It’s the good ones.”

The romantic love triangle subplot is resolved in this book. The outcome was disappointingly unsurprising. I kinda wished the author went a different way, but that’s just me. I get why they went with the obvious choice, but I was hoping for something unexpected.

Overall, I can’t wait to see what happens next; the characters and fast-paced plots keep me coming back. Although, I’ll lower my expectations a bit for the next book, but I’m still excited to see where the series is headed and what’s next for these characters.

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Bunny