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Back after a long hiatus!

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Review: Trophy Life by Lea Geller

August 16, 2021
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August 2, 2021
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July 26, 2021
Review: If Only by Angela Marsons If Only 5

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June 28, 2021
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June 21, 2021
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Review: Only You by Cathryn Grant

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