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This book was INCREDIBLE! It may very well be the best book I have read thus far this year. It is such a powerful story that had me teary-eyed at some points and downright sobbing at others. It hit me with all the feelings and I couldn‘t put it down!

This is a DNF for me. I read about 60 pages and just couldn't get into it. The story flips between 2015 and 1822. The 1822 storyline is interesting but the main character in the 2015 time period annoys me. I have stacks of books waiting so I am going to stick with my 50 pages rule. If I don't really like it it's okay to not finish.

Hmm, this looks interesting.

"A lady knows how to be strong, Kate—and is also smart enough to be sweet, for when just being strong won‘t roll the stone."

My kindle first book of the month. I just started it and I'm already so engrossed. This quote is a great view of how women must work harder in our world.

This gets a pick because the history and genealogy is compelling. The main character is a lot pushy (sometimes inappropriately so) and some of the story is overly convoluted. But ultimately the historical aspect is too good, and that‘s why I kept reading.

Yay can‘t wait to read this one!

I‘m so tired, but this is really good. I learned about Denmark Vesey in college but had forgotten that I knew about this rebellion. I keep thinking “one more chapter”. Maybe after this one 😴😴

Up next! My kindle first pick for October. I love historical fiction and dual narratives and unexpected twists, so this is right up my alley.