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Carrie Papa 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, Carrie Papa can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Emily ScottJanuary 31, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
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Charles WalkerNovember 22, 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.
Susan WhiteDecember 28, 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. Worth the time and money.
Andrew WilliamsDecember 30, 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.
Charles RiveraMarch 24, 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.
Elizabeth AndersonJanuary 27, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Daniel MitchellApril 13, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Kimberly MitchellAugust 12, 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.
Nancy HallAugust 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.
David DiazDecember 16, 2025
A very satisfying read. 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.
Jennifer MillerJanuary 05, 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. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Melissa TorresNovember 27, 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.
Lisa CollinsOctober 25, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Kevin CruzDecember 05, 2025
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.
Kimberly YoungFebruary 18, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Anthony RiveraJuly 02, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Thomas SmithApril 06, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Mary NelsonNovember 11, 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.
William GonzalezOctober 24, 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.
Mary RiveraMay 13, 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.
Patricia LewisMarch 04, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Jennifer RobertsFebruary 27, 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.
Margaret RobertsJanuary 02, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Kevin LeeAugust 12, 2024
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.
Anthony RiveraMay 23, 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.
Stephanie RamirezJanuary 02, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Lisa MitchellMarch 12, 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.
James RobinsonAugust 27, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Edward JohnsonApril 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Christopher NguyenSeptember 03, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Ryan HernandezNovember 05, 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.
Paul ScottJuly 05, 2025
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.
Ashley LopezDecember 29, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sandra ClarkFebruary 23, 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. Worth the time and money.
Melissa HarrisJuly 10, 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.
Patricia ParkerApril 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
William LeeApril 12, 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.
Richard TaylorNovember 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.
Sarah RodriguezMay 22, 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.
John KingMay 12, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Donna MitchellApril 23, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Donna ReyesJune 07, 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.
Karen KingJanuary 24, 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.
Dorothy LopezJanuary 19, 2025
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.
Edward JohnsonFebruary 26, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Dorothy LopezOctober 03, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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 WhiteSeptember 25, 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.
Donna ReyesAugust 10, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Ryan GreenDecember 13, 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.
Sarah PhillipsAugust 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.
Sandra PerezApril 26, 2025
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.
Nicholas BakerOctober 29, 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.
Susan CampbellAugust 16, 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.
Thomas MitchellJanuary 21, 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.
David RamirezJuly 12, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Christopher ScottMay 28, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Linda WhiteJanuary 06, 2025
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.
Brian CarterSeptember 14, 2025
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.
Richard GomezMarch 30, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
William LeeMarch 03, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Andrew MartinezJanuary 04, 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.
Paul HillMay 11, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Susan LewisOctober 17, 2024
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Still a good book.
Barbara CollinsDecember 23, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Cynthia MooreFebruary 10, 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.
Rebecca ParkerMarch 18, 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. Not bad at all.
Barbara HarrisJune 20, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Andrew LeeDecember 09, 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.
Sandra CampbellApril 13, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Dorothy ThomasNovember 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Joshua GomezJanuary 16, 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.
Ryan HernandezMarch 12, 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.
Rebecca CollinsJune 13, 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.
Thomas LeeJanuary 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Anthony WilliamsNovember 18, 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. Not bad at all.
Brian RobinsonMarch 03, 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.
Melissa WalkerAugust 31, 2024
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Daniel ThomasDecember 02, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Linda WhiteJanuary 12, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Karen LeeMarch 30, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Linda MartinOctober 26, 2025
It was okay. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Deborah CarterMarch 03, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
John LopezJuly 22, 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.
Charles WalkerAugust 04, 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.
Jennifer RobertsDecember 29, 2024
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Ryan GreenNovember 28, 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.
Karen GarciaOctober 15, 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.
Kevin MooreMay 12, 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.
Carol JohnsonJanuary 13, 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.
Andrew RodriguezMay 07, 2024
It was okay. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. A generous 3 stars.
Rebecca GonzalezJune 09, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Margaret CruzApril 20, 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.
Barbara MartinAugust 16, 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.
David WrightNovember 06, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Andrew MartinezMay 13, 2025
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Charles RobertsNovember 09, 2025
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.
Elizabeth ScottApril 25, 2025
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.
Ryan HernandezOctober 09, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Carol DiazMarch 27, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
John MartinOctober 14, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Karen KingJanuary 23, 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. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Robert TurnerJune 29, 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.
Lisa RamirezJanuary 20, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Mark CarterDecember 03, 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.
Joshua DavisApril 10, 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.
Nancy RiveraAugust 27, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Jacob NelsonApril 11, 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.
Stephanie AllenDecember 18, 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.
Michael ThompsonMay 09, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Sharon BakerAugust 15, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Rebecca ReyesJanuary 16, 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.
Michelle RobinsonSeptember 28, 2024
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Donald NguyenDecember 30, 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.
Donna GonzalezJuly 03, 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.
Rebecca TurnerMarch 08, 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.
Stephanie RamirezAugust 04, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Donald ScottJanuary 12, 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.
Rebecca GonzalezNovember 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.
Mary NelsonOctober 19, 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.
Thomas HillNovember 26, 2025
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.
Stephanie AllenDecember 17, 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.
Daniel EvansSeptember 15, 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 GomezJuly 31, 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. Worth the time and money.
Ryan HernandezOctober 10, 2025
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.
Mark ScottJuly 05, 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.
Linda CampbellOctober 23, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
Laura DavisJanuary 08, 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.
Ryan GreenOctober 01, 2025
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Kimberly WilsonJanuary 15, 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.
Mary NguyenDecember 19, 2025
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.
George JohnsonMarch 07, 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.
Richard CarterAugust 08, 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.
Karen GarciaAugust 07, 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.
Sharon NguyenAugust 06, 2025
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.
Elizabeth AndersonMay 22, 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.
Anthony HallOctober 31, 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 ParkerNovember 10, 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.
Eric AllenNovember 25, 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.
John EdwardsDecember 12, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Jacob LeeNovember 21, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Cynthia RobinsonApril 29, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sarah AndersonNovember 20, 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.
Ryan RobertsDecember 18, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Just right down the middle.
Michelle RobinsonSeptember 02, 2024
It was just alright. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. A generous 3 stars.
Rebecca ParkerAugust 02, 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.
Betty RamirezJuly 26, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Karen GarciaApril 30, 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.
Michael HernandezMarch 25, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Jessica TurnerDecember 12, 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.