The premise was funner than the execution.

Imagining a Canada besieged by a vengeful USA in the 2100s, this is a tightly told story with excellent art, well imagined characters, and an inspired yet truly believable plot-line. Another homerun for [a:Brian K. Vaughan|24514|Brian K. Vaughan|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1204664235p2/24514.jpg].

A fascinating character study of three college friends, now middle-aged, who were once were in a grunge band that created exactly one hit song that their former (and long deceased) band-mate purchased from them and made famous. Now raising children, navigating mid-life crises, and figuring out whether they should sign the release form to allow the song to be used in an upcoming biopic about their dead band-mate, this was a captivating read of some not so likeable people. I still enjoyed [b:The Vacationers|18641982|The Vacationers|Emma Straub|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1386629708s/18641982.jpg|26440459] more, but Emma Straub is now on my auto-read list.

Pru, a San Francisco tourist boat captain, is trying to atone for her parents' drunk driving accident that took their lives and hurt multiple others. She secretly knows that hot pub-owner Finn's dad was killed by her parents which is putting a big stumbling block in the way of their budding romance.

Really sweet, and I'm looking forward to getting to know many more characters as the series progresses.

Very slow moving due to high amount of world building and description. Not my favorite, but I've heard good things about the second book in the trilogy, so I'll keep reading.

Review to come after publication date.

A super sweet and adorkable look at a graphic novelist's road to her wedding, plus an inspection of the rite itself. Lovingly illustrated and thoughtfully researched, this is another wonderful addition to the works of [a:Lucy Knisley|731384|Lucy Knisley|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1361051635p2/731384.jpg].

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Two kids grew up in a horrible foster home. After a terrible incident, Mallory escaped into a loving family while Rider stayed in the system.

After four years of therapy to help combat her PTSD induced problems with speaking out loud, Mallory decides to finish her senior year at an actual high school, where she and Rider reunite. Sparks fly, but can they overcome the ghosts of their past?

I had a bit of an issue with the insta-chemistry/throbbing hormones between Mallory and Rider, as they were basically brother and sister for many years in their foster home, but after I got over it I enjoyed this tale.

A fun and enlightening listen about two brothers' decision to travel the Oregon Trail the way it was supposed to be done - by covered wagon. Thoughtfully researched, honest about both the good and horrible aspects of pioneer travel, and humorous, The Oregon Trail made me want to look at maps and plan my own epic cross-country journey.

The author narrated the audiobook and did a wonderful job. Great pronunciation, clarity, and I loved when he read his brother's dialogue.

Interesting urban fantasy, with gargoyles, demons, and Layla who has both in her heritage. I enjoyed the banter and the sexy stuff with the hot demon who Layla didn't have to worry about sucking out his soul (because he doesn't have one), but everything else was fairly formulaic and cheesy. A fun, light read for fans of the genre.