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Holiday Favorites

Posted on October 31, 2022 by Patricia Kiyono

Our Tuesday Fox asked, “Do you have a favorite Christmas/holiday novel? What about your favorite movie? Do you restrict reading/viewing of Christmas/holiday themed books/movies to the holiday season?”  I’ve mentioned before that I watch very few movies, so we’ll start … Continue reading →

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Never-ending TBR, Part Eight

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Patricia Kiyono

I’ve got three mysteries and a romance for you this month! Two are by authors new to me, and two are from familiar favorites. Crossed by Death by ACF Bookens Stitches in Crime, Book 1This was a nice cozy mystery set … Continue reading →

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Never-ending TBR, Part Six

Posted on June 27, 2022 by Patricia Kiyono

School is out for the summer, and my evening rehearsals are down to once per week. I have more time to read, and I indulged myself this month! Here are my reviews for this period: What If… By Anne PerraultThis … Continue reading →

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Reading Challenge 2021, Part Ten

Posted on October 18, 2021 by Patricia Kiyono

It seems that the busier I am, the more I read. Perhaps it’s because it’s my way to de-stress at the end of a full day. Anyway, I’m getting closer toward my yearly goal of 50 books. Take a look … Continue reading →

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Reading Challenge 2021, Part Six

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Patricia Kiyono

This month, I read three more cozy mysteries and one romance. Regular visitors to the blog will recognize these authors. The Cereal Murders by Diane Mott DavidsonGoldy Schultz Mystery, Book Three After her frightening experiences as a live-in chef in … Continue reading →

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Reading Challenge 2021, Part Two

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Patricia Kiyono

This was mystery month for me! Two mysteries are continuations of series I’ve visited before, and one is new. For a little variety, I included an inspirational historical romance. Here are my Goodreads reviews: A Nose for Crime by Noel … Continue reading →

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Rambling Reader Reviews, Part Eleven

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Patricia Kiyono

Each year since 2012, I’ve set a reading goal in Goodreads, and since 2015 my goal has been set at 50 books read in the calendar year. Other than in 2012, I’ve managed to meet my stated goal each year, … Continue reading →

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Rambling Reader Reviews, Part Ten

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Patricia Kiyono

This month I read a few books written by good friends, in addition to continuations of series I can’t seem to put down. Hairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. HartmanKitty Beret Cafe Mystery, Book 1Fellow sweet romance author Ruth J. … Continue reading →

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Rambling Reader Reviews, Part Nine

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Patricia Kiyono

This past month, I’ve been continuing to read my way through two mystery series. I guess once I start on something I like, it’s difficult to leave until I see my way to the end! Here are the four titles … Continue reading →

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Rambling Reader Reviews, Part Eight

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Patricia Kiyono

It seems that the busier I get, the more I read. As I mentioned last week, this is the way I de-stress. So since this was an insanely crazy month with my daughter getting married, I actually read more than … Continue reading →

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