The Sting of the Scorpion By: Franklin W. Dixon

 

Meh...too much happening in this one.  Didn't really hold my attention, and the ending was a little too pat, even for a Hardy Boys mystery.

Western Alliances By: Wilton Barnhardt

I didn't know what to make of this book when I tarted reading it. I couldn't tell if it was a family drama; a treatise on finance; and art history book; a European history book; a mystery...and after a while I didn't care what it was...I was having a blast following Roberto around Europe and would go where he went.  A mess, in the best possible way, Roberto is charming, a touch evil, sympathetic and someone I enjoyed spending time with.  This was a great surprise and a great read.

 

The Firebird Rocket By: Franklin W. Dixon

I have to say that this one, harkened back to the beginning of the series. It was a well plotted mystery that didn't veer off into a bunch of side stories or tangents.  Added bonsu with this one, they Hardy Boys and Chet got to visit Australia.

You Will Never Be Found By: Tove Alsterdal

A dark, cold mystery/thriller that takes its time, while gripping the reader. Interesting characters entangled with a a series of crimes and each other.  Interestingly told, I'm glad I found You Will Never Be Found!

 

Woman of Light By: Kali Fajardo-Anstine

An extraordinary novel showing the importance of storytelling, the importance of the stories being told, and the importance of who is tell the stories.  Following the story of a family over four generations in the Denver area, Woman of Light shines a light on the resilience of these characters, of a people and on the one sided history that the majority of us are taught. I just adored these characters, and finished the book wanting more of their stories. A wonderful read!

Manuscript: #10 in a popular cozy series By: A Friend

Fans of this series will LOVE this addition!  I'm so thankful that the author trusts me with their book baby!

The Jungle Pyramid By: Franklin W. Dixon

A fun romp through Zurich and Mexico to look for some missing gold.  Add some dangerous animals and a mysterious stranger and you've got a really good time with the Hardy Boys and their friends.

 

Sipsworth By: Simon Van Booy

What an absolutely sweet book!  An honest to goodness, feel good story that is not overly sappy.  It's sweet, charming and just lovely!  I highly recommend!

The Witchmaster's Key By: Franklin W. Dixon

This one lost it's thread about half way through.  While the witchcraft angle was interesting  and the descriptions of England and Ireland were charming, the mysteries were muddled and the ending was too convenient.

 

The Mysterious Caravan By: Franklin W. Dixon

A meandering mystery that takes the boys from Jamaica, to Bayport, to Morocco. With the finding of a mask on the beach in Jamaica the Hardy's and friends are off on an exciting adventure across the world and through history.  Great fun!