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Marianne Monson writes contemporary fiction and has always been fascinated by character-driven stories. They hold a degree in English Literature and previously worked as an editor before transitioning to writing their own books. Marianne Monson lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Steven RobertsOctober 12, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
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Nancy JohnsonJanuary 27, 2025
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Brian MitchellOctober 15, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Christopher GomezOctober 10, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Karen TurnerDecember 01, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Nancy BakerJune 23, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Nancy BakerJuly 05, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Melissa CampbellMarch 01, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Barbara HillJuly 07, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Richard LopezSeptember 12, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Michael JacksonFebruary 28, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Eric HallJuly 30, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Deborah AllenOctober 15, 2025
It was okay. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. A generous 3 stars.
Anthony ReyesNovember 26, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Charles GarciaOctober 30, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Carol WhiteNovember 21, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Donna HallApril 06, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
John NelsonSeptember 06, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Still a good book.
Dorothy CarterMarch 08, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
William SmithDecember 30, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Charles ThomasApril 18, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Ashley ParkerMay 27, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Nancy ThompsonOctober 11, 2024
It was just alright. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. A generous 3 stars.
Donna CarterJune 17, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Gary WilliamsJuly 11, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Robert LewisMay 28, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Christopher GomezFebruary 15, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Michelle DavisJuly 31, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Matthew ThomasNovember 14, 2024
A very satisfying read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Thomas BakerJune 12, 2025
It was okay. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Ryan RobertsJune 13, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
Ashley WilsonNovember 19, 2024
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Christopher FloresJune 28, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Daniel MitchellJanuary 25, 2024
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Cynthia AllenSeptember 17, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Mary JohnsonDecember 06, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Mark TorresMay 26, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Kimberly ScottFebruary 07, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Margaret RamirezJanuary 07, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Barbara HarrisMay 01, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Melissa HillOctober 06, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
David WilsonFebruary 12, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Mary AndersonOctober 15, 2024
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
Karen WilsonSeptember 15, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. A solid 4 stars from me.
Eric MooreNovember 28, 2024
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Charles WilsonJune 21, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Daniel RobertsMarch 12, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Charles LeeJune 09, 2025
It was just alright. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Donna CarterMarch 09, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Mark GreenMay 07, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Ashley FloresSeptember 26, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Mark CollinsMay 20, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Michael KingMarch 23, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Deborah MartinezJune 18, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Michael JonesAugust 26, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
William SmithNovember 08, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Donna RobinsonDecember 26, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nancy GomezJune 17, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Ashley EvansMay 20, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Cynthia BakerNovember 05, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Sandra RobertsApril 16, 2024
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Michael JacksonJuly 23, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Nicholas GarciaDecember 18, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Donna LopezApril 21, 2024
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
William CarterDecember 10, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Edward WhiteNovember 19, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sandra KingJanuary 01, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Brian RamirezNovember 07, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Melissa LopezMay 01, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Mark RobertsNovember 11, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
William ParkerFebruary 05, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Lisa ReyesNovember 12, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Thomas WilsonOctober 04, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Susan CollinsJune 18, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Rebecca WalkerJune 04, 2025
It was just alright. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Just right down the middle.
Nancy ThompsonOctober 22, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Barbara RobertsMay 26, 2024
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Susan RamirezApril 06, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Andrew GreenDecember 06, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Rebecca AdamsOctober 30, 2024
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Donald FloresJanuary 28, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Nancy ReyesNovember 22, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sandra ScottOctober 02, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Andrew NelsonApril 09, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Donna CarterNovember 20, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Cynthia ClarkSeptember 27, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Rebecca RobertsNovember 25, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Margaret MillerApril 20, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Anthony WrightMay 17, 2025
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Michelle LewisApril 30, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Mark TorresMarch 22, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sarah MitchellAugust 19, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Nancy WhiteMay 26, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Stephanie ParkerSeptember 26, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Daniel EvansMay 09, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Andrew NelsonJuly 04, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Betty ClarkApril 04, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Gary ScottOctober 27, 2025
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Laura ThompsonMarch 22, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Just right down the middle.
Jessica CampbellNovember 08, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Betty GomezOctober 02, 2024
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Andrew PhillipsSeptember 19, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Margaret WrightOctober 18, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Gary ScottOctober 20, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
Amanda JohnsonJanuary 02, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
George WrightNovember 28, 2024
A very satisfying read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
George RamirezJuly 10, 2025
An average read for me. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. A generous 3 stars.
Anthony EdwardsJanuary 27, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Michael JacksonSeptember 19, 2025
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nancy CollinsFebruary 08, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Joshua KingOctober 14, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Sharon RiveraOctober 31, 2025
It was just alright. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Rebecca ClarkJune 17, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Thomas CruzSeptember 19, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Edward KingSeptember 27, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Donna ThomasMay 18, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Lisa ReyesAugust 01, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Christopher ReyesNovember 14, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Eric RobinsonJanuary 08, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Donna AndersonNovember 06, 2025
A very satisfying read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Donna AndersonMay 09, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Anthony ParkerMarch 15, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Rebecca ClarkNovember 26, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Mark CollinsMarch 12, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Michael LewisJune 18, 2024
It was okay. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Amanda SmithSeptember 02, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Eric MitchellSeptember 18, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
David YoungAugust 24, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Rebecca LeeJanuary 11, 2025
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Steven RiveraMarch 10, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Mark SanchezJuly 18, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Thomas HarrisMay 22, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Thomas DiazJanuary 16, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Betty ReyesMay 31, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Melissa AdamsNovember 21, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Deborah MartinezMay 31, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
John MartinezNovember 01, 2024
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Karen ScottNovember 11, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Donna MooreApril 13, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Margaret DiazJune 10, 2025
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Michelle ClarkJune 11, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Deborah MillerAugust 25, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Susan WalkerJanuary 30, 2024
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
Nancy EdwardsOctober 23, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Edward BrownJanuary 08, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Nancy JohnsonFebruary 25, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Joshua RiveraMay 07, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Patricia WhiteDecember 24, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Mark WalkerFebruary 14, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
