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Is Ladykiller by Katherine Wood inspired by The Talented Mr. Ripley

07.09.2024 by Jen Ryland // Leave a Comment

Is Ladykiller by Katherine Wood inspired by The Talented Mr. Ripley? The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia is a classic 1950s psychological suspense story that has been adapted multiple times, included a recent Netflix version. I didn’t realize right away that Ladykiller might be a (loose) retelling. Let’s discuss!

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Categories // Reviews Tags // adult fiction, new books, YA contemporary

Best YA Books About Immigration

Immigration is again a hot button issue in the United States. If you are a parent, teacher, or teen reader looking for YA books that discuss immigration, the Dreamers, and undocumented non-citizens, I have books for you. Check out my list of Best YA Books About Immigration

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My Favorite College Romance Books: Sweet to Spicy

01.17.2023 by Jen Ryland // 4 Comments

If you love College Romance Books, I have two amazing book lists for you: My favorite New Adult College Romance Books, many of which were spicy romance, AND my favorite Young Adult Books Set in College. Check them all out below!

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Categories // Lists Tags // adult fiction, YA contemporary

Review of Begin Again by Emma Lord

01.16.2023 by Jen Ryland // 3 Comments

I was excited to try this new book by the author of Tweet Cute. A story of grief, growth, and knowing your worth, Begin Again was a charming read. Check out my Review of Begin Again by Emma Lord

Review of Begin Again by Emma Lord
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Categories // Reviews Tags // YA contemporary

YA Books That Feature Abortion

Women’s reproductive rights have been front and center in the headlines, so I decided to compile a list of YA Books That Feature Abortion. These are fiction; if you have non-fiction that is targeted to the YA age, please let me know and I will add it.

YA Books That Feature Abortion
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Review of Very Bad People

03.29.2022 by Jen Ryland // 4 Comments

I really enjoyed Kit Frick’s debut YA book. What did I think of her new YA Dark Academia novel, Very Bad People? I’m here to tell you! Check out my review of Very Bad People!

review of very bad people
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Categories // Reviews Tags // new books, YA, YA contemporary, YA mystery

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