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Joan S. Stark 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, Joan S. Stark can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Amanda TaylorJanuary 25, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
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Brian WilsonApril 12, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Paul TorresSeptember 08, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Eric GonzalezJanuary 04, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Dorothy GonzalezJune 10, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Ashley FloresJune 02, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Patricia NelsonApril 08, 2024
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.
Elizabeth GarciaSeptember 01, 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.
Linda EvansSeptember 09, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sharon ClarkMay 28, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Brian TorresSeptember 02, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Jennifer TurnerSeptember 08, 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.
Nicholas MillerNovember 27, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Matthew PerezNovember 08, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Sarah BrownJanuary 22, 2025
A very satisfying 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.
Rebecca MillerAugust 24, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Cynthia JacksonSeptember 14, 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.
Robert RodriguezAugust 27, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Brian TorresAugust 13, 2024
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Daniel PhillipsApril 24, 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.
Carol WrightJuly 04, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Michael PhillipsFebruary 27, 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.
Kevin GreenNovember 24, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Michelle PerezOctober 19, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Paul CarterJune 07, 2025
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.
Sandra JohnsonJanuary 10, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Linda YoungAugust 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joshua RobertsSeptember 20, 2024
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.
Donna CampbellOctober 14, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Kimberly RobertsMarch 27, 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.
Jacob HillMay 04, 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.
Nancy GomezMay 07, 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.
Deborah BrownJuly 02, 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.
Melissa BrownApril 07, 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.
Nicholas BrownAugust 03, 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.
Melissa MitchellOctober 30, 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.
Steven KingFebruary 18, 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.
Paul TorresJanuary 30, 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.
Amanda TaylorJanuary 06, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Margaret DavisSeptember 22, 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.
Brian FloresApril 10, 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.
Sarah BrownOctober 07, 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.
Jacob GarciaMay 30, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. 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.
John BakerFebruary 12, 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.
Kevin TorresApril 16, 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.
Michael RamirezJuly 06, 2024
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.
Emily GarciaJuly 03, 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.
Kimberly PhillipsMay 17, 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.
Ashley WhiteApril 12, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Donna MitchellJanuary 16, 2024
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.
Paul NguyenJanuary 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Thomas CarterDecember 10, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Lisa SmithAugust 06, 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.
Lisa JohnsonJuly 23, 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. A generous 3 stars.
Dorothy DavisApril 19, 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.
Gary RiveraJanuary 31, 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.
Richard ScottJanuary 15, 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.
Joshua MartinezJanuary 09, 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.
Robert EvansMay 17, 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.
Nicholas JonesAugust 04, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Laura BakerDecember 29, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Sharon YoungAugust 27, 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.
Kenneth WilliamsMay 27, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Gary JohnsonMay 03, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joshua BakerMarch 01, 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.
Eric ReyesOctober 11, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Jacob WilliamsOctober 11, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Carol LopezNovember 29, 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.
Anthony DavisApril 29, 2024
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.
Amanda MooreFebruary 20, 2025
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.
Brian WalkerFebruary 09, 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 ClarkAugust 29, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Worth the time and money.
James HernandezOctober 01, 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.
Jennifer TurnerSeptember 28, 2024
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Just right down the middle.
Mark DiazMarch 29, 2025
It was just alright. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Cynthia HarrisNovember 12, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Donna MooreOctober 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. Worth the time and money.
Donna NguyenApril 12, 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.
Matthew RamirezMay 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Karen FloresMarch 25, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Thomas RamirezJanuary 01, 2025
It was okay. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Kenneth AllenMay 19, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Ryan PerezApril 05, 2024
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 JohnsonOctober 14, 2024
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.
Michael WalkerApril 27, 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.
Emily SmithAugust 17, 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.
Michelle ThompsonNovember 25, 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.
Barbara HallJune 26, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Mark AndersonNovember 27, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Susan WalkerSeptember 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.
Rebecca ThompsonJuly 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. Worth the time and money.
Kenneth RamirezAugust 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.
Stephanie LeeJune 16, 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. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Kenneth WrightNovember 21, 2025
It was okay. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Joshua BakerDecember 04, 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.
Rebecca ThompsonJanuary 25, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Dorothy GonzalezSeptember 04, 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.
Donna GarciaJune 14, 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.
Sarah RiveraAugust 27, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kenneth AdamsMay 22, 2024
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.
Barbara CollinsNovember 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. Worth the time and money.
Michael RamirezJune 06, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Stephanie YoungJuly 18, 2025
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.
Ashley FloresJune 26, 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.
Donna NguyenNovember 20, 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.
Thomas RamirezApril 10, 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.
Ryan ScottMarch 26, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Brian WilsonNovember 30, 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.
Mark CarterOctober 19, 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.
Andrew MartinezMarch 01, 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.
Christopher YoungDecember 09, 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.
David WhiteOctober 12, 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.
William FloresJuly 22, 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.
Ryan FloresMarch 17, 2025
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.
Rebecca SanchezJanuary 02, 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.
Carol GreenJanuary 01, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Jennifer LopezFebruary 28, 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.
Patricia CarterAugust 18, 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.
Lisa AndersonOctober 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Andrew GreenFebruary 14, 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.
Jessica DiazOctober 28, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Elizabeth KingJuly 30, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
John ThompsonFebruary 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. Just right down the middle.
Richard ScottJanuary 12, 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.
Michelle DavisMarch 01, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Edward MillerOctober 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.
Sarah RiveraNovember 11, 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.
Daniel JacksonMarch 10, 2025
An average read for me. 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.
Jessica DiazJune 26, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Brian TorresApril 11, 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.
Charles BrownJanuary 24, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Carol ThomasJuly 04, 2025
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.
Charles HernandezMarch 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Patricia CarterFebruary 10, 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.
Eric RiveraJune 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Thomas EdwardsNovember 04, 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.
Dorothy CarterDecember 19, 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.
Paul HernandezMay 23, 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.
Linda GreenJuly 03, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Thomas CarterJanuary 29, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sandra CruzSeptember 25, 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.
Betty HernandezJune 27, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Charles CampbellMarch 21, 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.
Michelle PerezSeptember 25, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Carol ThomasMarch 04, 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.
Nicholas GreenOctober 18, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Nancy GomezNovember 16, 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.
Mary RodriguezJuly 09, 2025
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.
Linda CollinsOctober 28, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.