The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo ~ Book Review

The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Claire Lombardo, my hat's off to you. This was one of the most fun reads I've had this year thus far. This dysfunctional family had me laughing, crying, screaming at characters. It really took me on a roller coaster ride of emotions.

I normally pick a favorite character to relate to when reading novels, but I couldn't pick one in this novel. It felt like I could connect to every character; which is so rare and unlike me. I want the stamina and passion of the parents. The oldest daughter gives me Blanche from Golden Girls vibes and I am absolutely here for it. All of the children have a special place in my heart. The sister's bond, to me, represents the true ups and downs in a sibling's relationship. It's not always sugary sweet and nice. There are sometimes when you want to disconnect and disown; Lombardo displaces that nicely in this novel.

I am looking forward to reading more works by Claire Lombardo. This was a really good read.

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Family Secrets by Donna M. Zadunajsky ~Book Review

Family Secrets by Donna M. Zadunajsky
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Simply amazing. I could not put this book down. Family Secrets by Donna Zadunajsky is recipe for success in a fiction novel. The ingredients include drama, mystery, suspense and romance. Zadunajsky also threw in a strong main woman character and a seemingly dysfunctional family. Trust me when I say it was a winning combination.

You will fall in love with the son Colton and you will cry and cheer on the mother Alexis. Zadunajsky took on any subject matters in this novel and the way she chose to work her plot and interweave the characters were pure genius. Have you ever wondered or had your dreams put on hold due to the loss of a loved one or a serious illness? Family Secrets delves into that subject.

I truly enjoyed this books approach to women fighting breast cancer and the strong will to keep the "family" together despite the deceit and secrets. I cannot wait to read more pieces from Zadunajsky.

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