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John W Frazier 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, John W Frazier can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.
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. Worth the time and money.
Melissa HillApril 24, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
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Kenneth ThompsonDecember 22, 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.
Susan RobinsonJuly 05, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Jennifer MooreMay 26, 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.
Daniel TaylorJanuary 14, 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.
Brian RobinsonJanuary 15, 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.
Eric CollinsFebruary 19, 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.
Kevin MillerApril 10, 2025
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.
Sandra BakerJune 18, 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.
Andrew PhillipsFebruary 28, 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.
Ryan ReyesSeptember 07, 2024
It was okay. 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.
Michelle ParkerMay 22, 2025
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.
Lisa GonzalezJuly 09, 2024
A solid read. 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.
Barbara MartinezJuly 07, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Eric CollinsApril 06, 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.
Steven WilliamsJanuary 08, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Edward EvansApril 10, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Joseph FloresMarch 09, 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.
Kevin TorresNovember 02, 2025
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.
Cynthia FloresAugust 16, 2025
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. Worth the time and money.
Joseph ReyesJuly 04, 2025
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.
James CarterMarch 14, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Nancy ThomasMay 24, 2025
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.
Lisa MooreJanuary 21, 2025
It was just alright. 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.
Christopher LeeJuly 13, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Melissa WalkerJanuary 10, 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.
Carol JacksonJanuary 17, 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. Worth the time and money.
Emily CollinsSeptember 03, 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 WhiteDecember 15, 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.
Steven NelsonFebruary 28, 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.
Brian MooreApril 03, 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.
William GonzalezOctober 12, 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.
Kenneth GonzalezAugust 24, 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.
James EvansAugust 08, 2024
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.
Lisa GonzalezApril 08, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Kenneth ThompsonMay 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Amanda JonesSeptember 01, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Mark RamirezNovember 08, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. 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 LeeAugust 27, 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.
Melissa PerezMay 11, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Deborah GonzalezMarch 08, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Brian HarrisAugust 01, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Karen RobinsonDecember 03, 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.
Susan CampbellFebruary 06, 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.
Elizabeth GomezSeptember 08, 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.
Gary EdwardsMay 12, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Daniel SmithDecember 16, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Deborah RobertsApril 08, 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.
Rebecca AndersonMay 21, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Stephanie DavisAugust 02, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. 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.
Mary CollinsOctober 14, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Margaret RamirezSeptember 17, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Mark RamirezMay 08, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Betty PerezJune 06, 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.
Edward SanchezNovember 11, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Donald GomezDecember 11, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Kevin ThomasNovember 20, 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.
Barbara RobertsFebruary 16, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
James CampbellNovember 05, 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.
Richard RobertsApril 03, 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.
Betty FloresSeptember 04, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Robert FloresSeptember 27, 2024
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Donna JohnsonFebruary 19, 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.
Mary SmithNovember 12, 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.
Nancy CarterJanuary 17, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Rebecca RobinsonMay 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Andrew ThompsonMay 21, 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.
Mary SmithNovember 09, 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.
Joseph ClarkAugust 04, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Stephanie NguyenJuly 30, 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.
Paul KingNovember 22, 2024
It was okay. 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.
Mary RobinsonNovember 25, 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.
Kimberly ThomasAugust 03, 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.
George HernandezJanuary 16, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. A generous 3 stars.
Robert YoungDecember 21, 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.
Lisa BrownSeptember 15, 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.
William GomezDecember 09, 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.
Emily HernandezMay 14, 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.
Michelle PerezMarch 22, 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.
Cynthia CarterMarch 15, 2025
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. Glad I picked this up.
Linda CampbellMarch 21, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
George ReyesJuly 05, 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.
Patricia RodriguezJune 19, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Andrew AndersonOctober 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.
Kevin ThomasAugust 15, 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. Just right down the middle.
Karen EdwardsNovember 28, 2024
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Still a good book.
Stephanie DavisAugust 21, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Lisa CollinsJuly 31, 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. Just right down the middle.
Linda HarrisMarch 17, 2025
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Dorothy HallJuly 05, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Joshua TaylorMarch 17, 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. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Barbara CollinsNovember 14, 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. Not bad at all.
Matthew SmithAugust 15, 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.
Karen GomezMarch 05, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Cynthia CarterJune 20, 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.
Mark BrownJune 29, 2024
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.
Donald WrightFebruary 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.
Mary RobinsonJuly 09, 2025
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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Matthew AndersonNovember 11, 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.
Melissa RamirezJune 19, 2024
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.
George ReyesOctober 25, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Robert ParkerMay 16, 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.
Susan ThomasApril 30, 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.
Rebecca GarciaMay 20, 2025
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.
Robert ParkerOctober 23, 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.
George ThomasJanuary 27, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sharon EvansAugust 17, 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.
Karen EdwardsAugust 02, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Matthew AdamsAugust 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.
Donna RobertsJune 24, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
James WrightJuly 30, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. 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.
Margaret ClarkMay 15, 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.
Betty WhiteJuly 06, 2024
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 JacksonJune 16, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Nicholas EvansApril 05, 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. Not bad at all.
Edward WalkerDecember 09, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Gary FloresMarch 18, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
George BrownFebruary 07, 2025
It was just alright. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Just right down the middle.
Sarah MartinApril 29, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Laura BakerSeptember 26, 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.
Gary NelsonFebruary 21, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
John AdamsAugust 03, 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. Worth the time and money.
Edward ClarkJune 16, 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.
Joshua SanchezJune 05, 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.
Carol TorresJuly 25, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Patricia BrownApril 18, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Cynthia ClarkJanuary 10, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Matthew AdamsJuly 20, 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.
Amanda NguyenMay 30, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Karen MitchellMay 05, 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. Not bad at all.
Christopher ScottOctober 02, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Susan CampbellJuly 31, 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.
Eric CollinsJanuary 06, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Thomas FloresJuly 09, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Ryan YoungAugust 31, 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.
Nancy LeeJanuary 02, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Betty RamirezSeptember 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sharon RodriguezApril 09, 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.
Michelle BrownMarch 21, 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.
Rebecca CollinsMay 07, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Emily CarterJuly 23, 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.
Dorothy GonzalezApril 22, 2024
It was okay. 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.
Nancy CarterFebruary 13, 2025
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.
Christopher MartinezOctober 03, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Sandra BakerMay 15, 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.
Mark BakerOctober 20, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sarah WrightNovember 18, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Rebecca HallAugust 08, 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.
Kevin WilsonNovember 18, 2024
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.
