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Delores Fossen 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. Delores Fossen lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.
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.
James PhillipsJune 20, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
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Susan WrightMay 09, 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.
Donald RamirezDecember 21, 2024
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.
Joshua ClarkFebruary 14, 2024
It was just alright. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. A generous 3 stars.
Laura HallDecember 25, 2024
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.
Betty LopezJanuary 11, 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.
Steven LeeDecember 27, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Gary KingFebruary 14, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donald MartinezOctober 20, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
James MitchellMarch 14, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
David LewisMay 06, 2025
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.
Barbara ClarkSeptember 03, 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. Worth the time and money.
Margaret TorresAugust 29, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Joseph ScottDecember 22, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Ryan AdamsMay 20, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Barbara AdamsAugust 06, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Jennifer YoungMarch 09, 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. Still a good book.
Emily ParkerMarch 17, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
David GonzalezMarch 11, 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. Worth the time and money.
Richard MooreJune 25, 2024
It was just alright. 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.
Kenneth PerezJune 03, 2025
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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Mark RobinsonSeptember 23, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
George WilliamsMarch 17, 2025
An average read for me. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Just right down the middle.
Laura SmithJanuary 14, 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.
Amanda RodriguezOctober 25, 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.
Gary GomezJanuary 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Robert BakerFebruary 05, 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.
Mary AllenAugust 12, 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.
Susan TurnerOctober 11, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
David JohnsonMarch 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Cynthia ParkerSeptember 11, 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.
Kevin ClarkJanuary 22, 2025
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Daniel ThompsonDecember 27, 2024
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.
Kimberly CruzNovember 25, 2024
It was just alright. 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.
Kenneth SmithMay 02, 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.
William WilliamsFebruary 20, 2024
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.
Charles MartinezJuly 11, 2024
Such a great read. 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.
Mark ParkerNovember 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Robert BrownJune 05, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Thomas TorresSeptember 23, 2025
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.
David JohnsonJuly 15, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Cynthia LopezMarch 09, 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.
Robert MooreNovember 15, 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.
Ashley NelsonSeptember 16, 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.
Sandra RobertsFebruary 17, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Patricia CarterDecember 15, 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.
Brian LewisOctober 10, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Donald RamirezOctober 03, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Michelle GarciaJanuary 14, 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. Worth the time and money.
Michelle FloresMarch 04, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Matthew HernandezNovember 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Ashley ReyesJanuary 12, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Susan JacksonSeptember 01, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Deborah AndersonNovember 23, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Charles SmithOctober 13, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Melissa TaylorSeptember 16, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Joshua ScottNovember 21, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Nicholas SanchezJune 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.
Robert RobertsDecember 15, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Carol AdamsMay 23, 2024
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.
Donna RamirezFebruary 14, 2025
An average read for me. 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.
Nicholas BakerMay 01, 2024
It was just alright. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Linda SanchezMarch 17, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Cynthia JonesDecember 30, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Ashley PerezJanuary 21, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Edward PerezDecember 03, 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. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
John FloresJanuary 09, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Donald WhiteAugust 07, 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.
Robert ReyesJune 07, 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. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Rebecca LopezJanuary 12, 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.
Cynthia LeeNovember 02, 2025
A very satisfying 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.
Joseph ScottJuly 12, 2024
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.
Michelle JonesJune 17, 2025
A very satisfying read. 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.
George HallJuly 16, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Stephanie TorresAugust 28, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Deborah PerezNovember 26, 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.
Susan EdwardsJanuary 02, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. 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.
Amanda TorresNovember 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.
Kenneth SmithOctober 08, 2024
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.
Donna LopezMay 29, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Rebecca SanchezJune 14, 2024
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.
Deborah PerezMay 16, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Thomas JonesSeptember 01, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Kimberly CarterFebruary 05, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
George HarrisApril 28, 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.
Kimberly ThomasJanuary 13, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kimberly CruzApril 24, 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.
Donald HernandezFebruary 10, 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.
Thomas MartinezAugust 01, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Matthew GarciaJanuary 24, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Rebecca AllenSeptember 26, 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.
Deborah PerezJune 04, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joseph RobinsonJuly 14, 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.
Michael GreenOctober 10, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Eric WilliamsOctober 06, 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.
Mary YoungJanuary 25, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Donald BakerOctober 03, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Deborah EdwardsSeptember 28, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sarah ParkerOctober 20, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Robert HillMay 10, 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.
Joshua AndersonMarch 20, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Brian HillMay 24, 2024
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.
Linda WhiteFebruary 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. Worth the time and money.
Joshua ParkerAugust 02, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Nancy HallOctober 20, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Carol ThomasMarch 29, 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.
Nicholas WilliamsJanuary 31, 2025
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.
Kevin ClarkNovember 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. Worth the time and money.
Kimberly AdamsApril 13, 2025
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.
James NelsonMarch 02, 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.
Robert HillAugust 23, 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.
Susan EdwardsDecember 21, 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.
Ashley PerezDecember 20, 2024
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Nicholas WilliamsNovember 04, 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.
Sandra PhillipsOctober 03, 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. Worth the time and money.
Mark ParkerFebruary 26, 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.
Paul GreenOctober 07, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kenneth WalkerFebruary 26, 2024
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.
Joshua ParkerAugust 08, 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.
Michael AllenJune 23, 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.
Kimberly AdamsJanuary 30, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Donald MartinezJanuary 23, 2024
A very satisfying 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.
Jennifer BrownFebruary 03, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Elizabeth YoungMarch 09, 2024
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.
George HallMarch 29, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Susan KingFebruary 06, 2025
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.
Emily ParkerMarch 08, 2025
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.
Margaret MartinezAugust 28, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Joshua MartinezFebruary 11, 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.
Kenneth PerezJanuary 07, 2025
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.
Anthony BrownJune 27, 2025
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.
Joshua MooreOctober 08, 2025
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.
David SanchezNovember 30, 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.
Anthony MitchellJune 19, 2025
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.
Gary GomezFebruary 05, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Nicholas BakerJune 30, 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. A generous 3 stars.
Mary AllenMarch 04, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Daniel YoungNovember 02, 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.
Rebecca TorresOctober 09, 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. Not bad at all.
Steven DiazSeptember 12, 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.
Dorothy DiazMay 01, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Charles MartinezMarch 27, 2025
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.
Amanda KingMay 28, 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.
Robert MooreJune 09, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Jacob WalkerDecember 09, 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.
Elizabeth TaylorSeptember 20, 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.
Kimberly MooreSeptember 05, 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.
Melissa RiveraAugust 15, 2024
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Melissa GomezJune 09, 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. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
