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Xu Yan 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, Xu Yan can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.
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.
Patricia HallAugust 13, 2025
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.
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Rebecca MillerOctober 10, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Daniel TurnerDecember 02, 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.
Anthony MartinDecember 16, 2025
A very satisfying 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.
Nicholas GreenJune 08, 2024
Such a great 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.
Christopher LewisMarch 31, 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.
Melissa YoungDecember 13, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Mark JohnsonFebruary 23, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Anthony HernandezFebruary 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.
Joshua JacksonJuly 26, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Joshua WalkerApril 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Margaret HallMay 01, 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. Worth the time and money.
Jacob GomezNovember 11, 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.
Michelle MooreApril 27, 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. Still a good book.
Joseph ThomasJune 01, 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.
Elizabeth CarterNovember 02, 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. Still a good book.
Karen AdamsAugust 25, 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.
Stephanie ScottJanuary 11, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Sandra BakerFebruary 20, 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.
Deborah EvansOctober 02, 2024
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.
Mary MartinezJuly 04, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Richard PerezOctober 15, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Michael RobertsJuly 31, 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 RamirezJuly 04, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Laura PerezJune 18, 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.
Ashley FloresAugust 25, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Donald WalkerAugust 31, 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.
Jacob JacksonJanuary 14, 2024
It was just alright. 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.
Cynthia SanchezMay 01, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Karen AdamsMarch 08, 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.
Steven SanchezAugust 31, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Melissa JonesDecember 20, 2025
A very satisfying read. 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 TorresAugust 12, 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.
Jennifer ReyesNovember 09, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Jennifer LopezAugust 27, 2024
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.
Melissa JonesJanuary 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.
Anthony YoungFebruary 27, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Linda WilsonFebruary 25, 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.
Mark EvansFebruary 28, 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.
Joseph PerezNovember 06, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Sharon SanchezApril 26, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Dorothy SanchezJuly 18, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Elizabeth CarterOctober 13, 2025
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.
Daniel ParkerAugust 20, 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. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Patricia MooreNovember 14, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Elizabeth GomezJune 06, 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.
John SmithSeptember 22, 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.
Steven SanchezJanuary 09, 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.
Jessica TurnerMay 10, 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.
Elizabeth GarciaDecember 02, 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.
Lisa WrightDecember 17, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
William ParkerApril 27, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Susan ParkerJuly 27, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Robert RobinsonMarch 20, 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.
Emily YoungDecember 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Ryan ParkerMarch 31, 2025
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.
Jacob HillSeptember 12, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Betty JacksonFebruary 06, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
James ParkerMarch 20, 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.
Sharon AndersonJuly 19, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Karen AdamsJune 13, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Donna JacksonMarch 04, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Sharon SanchezFebruary 07, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Charles WalkerFebruary 11, 2024
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.
Jessica GarciaJuly 26, 2025
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.
Sharon BakerJanuary 12, 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.
Dorothy SanchezApril 28, 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.
James HarrisMarch 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Richard GreenSeptember 01, 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.
Sarah JohnsonSeptember 28, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Melissa YoungDecember 09, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. 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 JohnsonJune 13, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Dorothy TorresJuly 12, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Michael RobertsFebruary 26, 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.
Lisa YoungJuly 05, 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.
Mark JohnsonDecember 20, 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.
Anthony GomezJanuary 27, 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.
Nancy RobinsonJanuary 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.
Kimberly ReyesApril 20, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Deborah ParkerJanuary 08, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Ashley FloresJune 16, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Susan ParkerAugust 21, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Patricia GreenApril 26, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Sandra AdamsApril 18, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Melissa ScottDecember 26, 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.
Matthew HernandezJuly 26, 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.
Edward RamirezDecember 02, 2025
Such a great 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.
Laura HarrisMay 27, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Eric ReyesAugust 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Brian TorresNovember 12, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Eric RamirezMarch 31, 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.
Sharon MitchellJanuary 27, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Rebecca ScottJuly 12, 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.
Mark JohnsonFebruary 26, 2025
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.
Robert LewisSeptember 26, 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.
Ryan RiveraJuly 05, 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 WilsonApril 10, 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. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Amanda YoungSeptember 20, 2024
An average read for me. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Robert JonesApril 10, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
William JacksonAugust 08, 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.
Steven DiazJanuary 27, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
David RamirezSeptember 23, 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.
Daniel TorresJune 14, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
David GonzalezMarch 08, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Robert RobinsonDecember 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.
Dorothy MooreJanuary 20, 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.
Betty GarciaAugust 28, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
George DavisMay 09, 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.
Robert JonesSeptember 23, 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.
Elizabeth CarterJanuary 23, 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.
William EvansOctober 29, 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.
William JacksonApril 14, 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.
Daniel ParkerSeptember 20, 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.
Dorothy MooreFebruary 07, 2025
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Nicholas ClarkMarch 27, 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.
Richard EdwardsOctober 17, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Kimberly WilsonJanuary 31, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Just right down the middle.
Dorothy HallAugust 06, 2024
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Jennifer DavisJanuary 27, 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.
Andrew WilsonMarch 31, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Carol FloresJanuary 03, 2025
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.
Dorothy HernandezMay 26, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Donald MartinAugust 28, 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.
Brian HillMay 05, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Laura AllenMay 13, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Michael CampbellMay 10, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Amanda LeeJune 23, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Cynthia TaylorApril 17, 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.
Joshua JacksonOctober 28, 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.
Kevin HillFebruary 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Laura RamirezMarch 30, 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.
Deborah HillJune 07, 2024
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.
James GomezMay 17, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Steven DiazJuly 28, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Steven SanchezSeptember 02, 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.
Andrew GonzalezJanuary 10, 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.
Eric RiveraDecember 17, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Christopher JohnsonNovember 06, 2024
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Just right down the middle.
Melissa CampbellOctober 31, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Charles AndersonMarch 17, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Deborah PhillipsMarch 16, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Paul ScottJanuary 24, 2025
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.
Robert MartinAugust 15, 2024
It was okay. 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.
Betty SanchezMay 28, 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.
Nicholas MartinezJune 21, 2024
A very satisfying read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Robert LewisFebruary 27, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Joshua WalkerFebruary 17, 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.
Daniel TaylorApril 15, 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.
Jennifer MitchellNovember 13, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.