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Leila Marie Lawler is a writer and avid reader based in the Pacific Northwest. Before pursuing writing full-time, they spent over a decade working in education. When not working on their next book, Leila Marie Lawler can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.
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.
Karen LopezOctober 21, 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.
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Barbara GomezJanuary 29, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Carol MooreJuly 07, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Richard HillMarch 31, 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. Not bad at all.
Kenneth NguyenDecember 19, 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.
Karen HernandezJuly 09, 2025
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.
Christopher GonzalezMarch 31, 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. Worth the time and money.
Christopher TaylorJune 05, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Betty ThompsonJanuary 31, 2025
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.
Mary LeeFebruary 17, 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.
Charles JohnsonFebruary 26, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Daniel MillerNovember 01, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. 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.
Betty LopezNovember 30, 2025
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.
Charles RobinsonJuly 06, 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. Still a good book.
Sandra ThomasApril 06, 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.
Jacob FloresAugust 26, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Amanda MartinDecember 25, 2025
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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Michael WilliamsApril 04, 2024
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.
Donna YoungFebruary 15, 2024
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.
Kevin SanchezDecember 30, 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.
Ryan DavisJuly 21, 2024
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Melissa MartinDecember 07, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
John WhiteOctober 06, 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. Worth the time and money.
Barbara GomezDecember 14, 2024
It was just alright. 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.
Sarah CruzMay 09, 2024
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.
Donna CruzAugust 13, 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.
Cynthia WhiteNovember 24, 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.
Michael ThomasFebruary 10, 2024
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.
Sharon EvansNovember 04, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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 EvansMarch 24, 2024
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. A generous 3 stars.
Donna PhillipsMarch 08, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Paul MitchellNovember 08, 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.
Mary SanchezMay 26, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Donna CruzDecember 09, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. 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.
Mary WilliamsDecember 07, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donna RobertsNovember 30, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Patricia WilsonAugust 29, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Amanda NguyenAugust 17, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Matthew WrightDecember 08, 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.
David SmithAugust 31, 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.
John HallMay 08, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Rebecca ThomasOctober 21, 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. Still a good book.
Matthew WrightFebruary 03, 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.
George JacksonSeptember 01, 2025
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.
Barbara DavisApril 01, 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. Worth the time and money.
Cynthia WilliamsNovember 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. Still a good book.
Sharon MartinJuly 22, 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.
Jennifer BakerApril 19, 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. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Christopher EvansJuly 27, 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.
Deborah GarciaDecember 01, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Amanda KingJanuary 23, 2025
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Sarah CruzNovember 26, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Laura KingMarch 23, 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. Not bad at all.
Margaret AllenFebruary 10, 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.
Ryan EvansMarch 10, 2025
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.
William HillApril 04, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Matthew LopezApril 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Cynthia WhiteMarch 26, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Kenneth ReyesJanuary 07, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Susan TorresAugust 16, 2025
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.
Emily TurnerDecember 11, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Joshua RobinsonOctober 15, 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.
Christopher ReyesJuly 04, 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.
Paul MitchellOctober 14, 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.
Christopher ReyesMay 15, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Andrew CollinsJuly 19, 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. Worth the time and money.
Linda ScottMay 20, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Betty MartinJune 07, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Mark JohnsonJune 13, 2024
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.
Matthew WrightMarch 13, 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.
Linda WilsonMarch 05, 2024
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.
Jennifer WilliamsJune 10, 2024
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.
Dorothy RiveraSeptember 27, 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.
Kevin DavisNovember 09, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Susan NguyenNovember 17, 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.
Deborah EvansMarch 23, 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.
Margaret GomezJanuary 31, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Dorothy WilsonJanuary 21, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Rebecca HallAugust 24, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Anthony WilliamsJanuary 04, 2024
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 WilliamsJuly 06, 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.
Kimberly JacksonDecember 11, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Linda WilsonMay 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Michael JacksonJuly 30, 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.
Susan HallAugust 03, 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. Not bad at all.
Rebecca MooreDecember 20, 2024
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.
Christopher ClarkJuly 30, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Karen MartinezJuly 06, 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. Just right down the middle.
Susan WilsonJanuary 02, 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.
Barbara GomezNovember 14, 2024
A very satisfying 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.
James KingJune 20, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Charles GreenSeptember 09, 2024
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.
Mary SanchezDecember 31, 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.
Sarah MillerAugust 11, 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.
Patricia AllenJune 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Edward TurnerOctober 13, 2025
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. Will be looking for more from this author.
James GreenJanuary 01, 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.
Daniel BakerOctober 08, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Donald YoungOctober 04, 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.
Betty MartinNovember 30, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Linda HallMay 20, 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. Worth the time and money.
Cynthia SanchezDecember 05, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Mary BrownOctober 28, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
John MillerFebruary 12, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Laura BakerJanuary 25, 2025
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.
Betty FloresNovember 27, 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.
Donald AdamsJune 21, 2024
It was just alright. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Linda RobinsonMarch 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.
Gary DavisFebruary 26, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Margaret EvansOctober 22, 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. Worth the time and money.
Ashley KingOctober 03, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Donald YoungDecember 11, 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.
Ryan LeeMay 15, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Michelle GonzalezMarch 15, 2024
A very satisfying read. 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 RobinsonSeptember 17, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Donald MartinezAugust 23, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Joshua SanchezDecember 03, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Robert MillerJuly 15, 2025
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.
Kevin TaylorSeptember 26, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Ryan ScottJanuary 19, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Dorothy TaylorJuly 12, 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.
Charles GreenMay 13, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Betty ScottDecember 19, 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.
Eric ScottMarch 16, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Patricia LewisNovember 09, 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.
Edward KingFebruary 16, 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.
Sharon ThompsonFebruary 21, 2025
A very satisfying read. 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 LeeMarch 04, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Laura AdamsJanuary 05, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Emily CruzJanuary 06, 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.
Michael JacksonMay 29, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Anthony ClarkOctober 13, 2024
Such a great read. 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.
Michael NguyenOctober 28, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Donald MartinezNovember 19, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Steven EdwardsJune 07, 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.
Jennifer RobertsJuly 21, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Melissa ParkerApril 23, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sharon EvansJune 20, 2024
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.
Susan HallSeptember 23, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Joshua CollinsJune 22, 2025
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.
George JacksonDecember 21, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Robert RamirezMarch 30, 2024
An average read for me. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Edward MitchellFebruary 07, 2025
It was okay. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Barbara SanchezNovember 23, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Joshua JohnsonSeptember 29, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. 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.
Gary ThompsonSeptember 15, 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.
Jessica HarrisSeptember 20, 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.
Jessica ClarkAugust 03, 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.
Laura KingNovember 21, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.