Book Review - When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole

 

Sydney Green was  born and raised in Brooklyn but, her beloved neighborhood seems to keep changing everyday. Neighbors who she knew her entire life are disappearing, for sale signs are popping up, and new condos are sprouting up everywhere. Sydney feels that her community is losing it's past and present. She decided to create a walking tour to encourage others to learn about the community's history. She finds an unlikely assistant in one of the new arrivals to the block and her neighbor, Theo. As Sydney and Theo begin to research the community's history, they realize something darker is lurking beneath the surface.

I thought this was going to be an interesting book but, it turned out to be a flop. The book took forever to get to the plot. I read more than sixty percent of the book and I decided that the book was no longer worth the effort. The author slowly builds up the story and starts to hint where the story goes but, it just took to long to get there. I didn't care for any of the characters and didn't like that Sydney was mean to Theo when he was trying to be nice to her.  Theo did do some silly things but, I don't think some of it warranted Sydney's venom at times. I thought the author's writing style was off-putting during some parts of the novel.  However, I did like learning the interesting facts about Brooklyn and I actually ended up researching it some more and taking my own walking tour.

Book Review - Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat #1 by Johnny Marciano

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Klawde had it all. He was the High Commander of his planet, he had sharp claws and fine fur, along with loyal followers. However, all that changes when he was betrayed and sentenced to the worst punishment possible. He was exiled to a small planet named Earth.

Raj had everything he wanted. He lived in a cool apartment in Brooklyn and his friends lived in the same building. All of his favorite stores were in walking distance. Then his mom gets a new job in Elba, Oregon and then he is forced to move. Then the summer begins and Raj has no friends. His mother encourages him to join a nature camp to find new friends.

I thought the book was a fun read. I enjoyed that the book switched back and forth between Raj and Klawde. The dialogue between Klawde and Raj was witty and funny. It was funny seeing everyday human interactions and things from a different perspective. I thought the illustrations were a nice added treat. Overall, a fun and interesting read especially for fans with feline companions.

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Book Review - Start Where You Are Note Cards by Meera Lee Patel

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Tucked away in a beautiful sturdy keepsake box houses 12 beautifully decorated cards and envelopes. Each of the twelve gorgeous  illustrated card has a different quote illustrated by the self taught Brooklyn based Meera Lee Patel. The cards are perfect for any occasion and can be used as hostess gift or kept to be shared with others.  I gave a few cards away and they were a hit and the others I am saving to be framed. My only qualm is a few cards were very simple but would be perfect for those who don't like overly intricate designs.

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