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John McCannon 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. John McCannon lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Ryan ParkerDecember 08, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
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Elizabeth EvansDecember 20, 2025
Pretty good overall. 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.
Kenneth SmithFebruary 27, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. 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.
Amanda GreenAugust 17, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Barbara JohnsonJanuary 22, 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.
Daniel KingJune 25, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Michael PerezSeptember 12, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Just right down the middle.
Mark CollinsMarch 29, 2024
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.
Steven NelsonNovember 22, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Brian RobertsJuly 20, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
John RiveraFebruary 17, 2024
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Susan BakerJuly 12, 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.
Richard HillSeptember 16, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sharon NelsonFebruary 08, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Richard RiveraJanuary 19, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Carol RobertsMay 13, 2024
An average read for me. 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.
Lisa WilsonAugust 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Jennifer WilliamsJanuary 26, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. 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.
Ashley LeeAugust 22, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Jacob JacksonJanuary 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.
Lisa BrownAugust 19, 2025
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Sharon LopezOctober 26, 2024
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Steven AdamsFebruary 10, 2025
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Mary FloresNovember 09, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Emily CarterFebruary 12, 2024
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Michelle WhiteAugust 06, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Edward ThompsonAugust 10, 2024
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Margaret HernandezMay 14, 2025
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George TorresNovember 17, 2025
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Robert GreenMay 23, 2025
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Melissa DiazMay 20, 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.
Michelle RodriguezOctober 02, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
John CollinsNovember 18, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donna WrightApril 01, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Edward ThomasMay 15, 2024
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.
Kevin HillAugust 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. Glad I picked this up.
Charles TaylorDecember 17, 2025
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Anthony GonzalezJune 12, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Donna PhillipsAugust 20, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Paul EdwardsSeptember 12, 2024
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Brian LeeMarch 25, 2024
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Melissa MillerAugust 23, 2025
A very satisfying read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Ryan PerezNovember 08, 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. Worth the time and money.
Brian HernandezApril 30, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Robert AdamsOctober 15, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Edward AndersonMay 26, 2024
It was just alright. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Jessica EdwardsSeptember 09, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Kenneth ThomasAugust 29, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Gary RamirezAugust 14, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joseph MitchellAugust 03, 2024
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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Jacob CruzJune 08, 2025
Such a great 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.
Melissa CampbellMay 03, 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.
Jennifer WilliamsNovember 15, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Donna HernandezJune 04, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Elizabeth SmithFebruary 21, 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.
Dorothy KingSeptember 04, 2025
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.
Steven SmithApril 23, 2024
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.
Emily ClarkFebruary 14, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Joseph HallMarch 18, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Sharon WilsonMarch 29, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Sarah PhillipsDecember 13, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Melissa DiazNovember 08, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Edward ThompsonAugust 19, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Christopher GarciaNovember 21, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Jennifer NelsonNovember 28, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
John CollinsDecember 15, 2024
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Anthony GonzalezOctober 19, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Jennifer HallMay 27, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Linda HernandezJanuary 15, 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.
Dorothy TaylorDecember 19, 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. Worth the time and money.
Sarah AllenDecember 06, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sarah TurnerFebruary 08, 2024
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.
Matthew WhiteMarch 29, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
William RobertsNovember 08, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
John WilsonNovember 14, 2024
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. Just right down the middle.
Cynthia ThomasNovember 21, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Matthew GonzalezOctober 09, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Deborah ThompsonSeptember 10, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Richard RobinsonSeptember 26, 2024
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Barbara MooreJune 27, 2024
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Eric BrownOctober 14, 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.
Gary LewisFebruary 25, 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.
George WilsonMay 12, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
David WilliamsOctober 31, 2024
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Kevin MartinFebruary 19, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. 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.
Lisa WhiteSeptember 13, 2024
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.
Joshua TurnerOctober 13, 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. Not bad at all.
Jacob JacksonJune 02, 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.
Deborah DiazFebruary 28, 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.
George ThomasMarch 09, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Paul EvansOctober 24, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kenneth RobinsonNovember 01, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Gary SmithJuly 09, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. 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 WhiteApril 29, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Jennifer HarrisOctober 25, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Joshua MitchellApril 23, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Ryan ParkerJune 07, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Susan YoungApril 02, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sandra WrightJuly 25, 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. Not bad at all.
Amanda CampbellAugust 23, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Mary GarciaMarch 17, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Emily ClarkSeptember 27, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Joseph KingJanuary 22, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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 TorresOctober 27, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Sharon GonzalezOctober 04, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Linda RobinsonJanuary 19, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Donna GreenMay 24, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Barbara ThomasDecember 22, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Linda HillNovember 22, 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.
Andrew WilsonDecember 22, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kevin BakerAugust 02, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Lisa GreenMay 25, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Richard RodriguezSeptember 09, 2024
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.
Jacob ReyesMay 27, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. 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.
Gary LewisMarch 12, 2024
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.
Ryan PerezApril 09, 2025
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.
Kevin BakerOctober 01, 2025
An average read for me. 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.
Dorothy TurnerJuly 08, 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. Worth the time and money.
Laura ParkerApril 21, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Joshua PerezAugust 17, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Rebecca GomezJune 02, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Thomas RobinsonJanuary 09, 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.
Laura RamirezDecember 19, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Amanda HarrisFebruary 11, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Kenneth SanchezSeptember 22, 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.
George ThomasJuly 23, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Charles BakerApril 25, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Edward AdamsAugust 02, 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. Worth the time and money.
Barbara MitchellJune 01, 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. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Thomas SanchezJanuary 16, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Charles TaylorFebruary 11, 2024
It was okay. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. A generous 3 stars.
Steven SmithSeptember 20, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Jacob DiazSeptember 17, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Just right down the middle.
John JacksonAugust 22, 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. Not bad at all.
Jennifer ParkerSeptember 15, 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.
Ashley JohnsonMarch 20, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Lisa AndersonMay 15, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Thomas SanchezMay 25, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Margaret HernandezFebruary 14, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Ashley SmithJune 15, 2024
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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Nancy AllenJuly 20, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Susan RodriguezSeptember 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. Worth the time and money.
Jessica ThompsonApril 30, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
John CollinsDecember 26, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Anthony SanchezJuly 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.
George TorresAugust 16, 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.
Kenneth HernandezSeptember 17, 2025
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.
Elizabeth WilsonNovember 03, 2025
An average read for me. 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.