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Bud Brown is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Bud Brown enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.
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.
Ashley RamirezDecember 24, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
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Dorothy ReyesOctober 06, 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.
Christopher TaylorOctober 27, 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.
Susan AndersonMay 11, 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.
Eric WilsonDecember 26, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Steven MooreApril 26, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Barbara SanchezOctober 22, 2025
An average read for me. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Joshua GomezJanuary 14, 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. Still a good book.
George ReyesDecember 04, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Robert WilsonAugust 01, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Steven RodriguezMarch 23, 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.
Charles KingJuly 30, 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.
Steven FloresFebruary 23, 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.
Michelle CarterJuly 05, 2025
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.
Dorothy MillerNovember 11, 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.
Amanda GonzalezJune 16, 2025
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.
Sharon DavisMay 18, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. A solid 4 stars from me.
Dorothy ReyesApril 25, 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.
Carol HernandezApril 14, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Stephanie AllenMarch 09, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Ashley RodriguezMay 14, 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.
Donna CollinsDecember 09, 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.
Stephanie HarrisAugust 24, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Carol SanchezAugust 23, 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.
Cynthia GreenSeptember 11, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donna GonzalezMay 27, 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.
Nancy PerezJuly 11, 2025
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Daniel MartinezSeptember 28, 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.
Melissa MartinJanuary 03, 2025
An average read for me. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Deborah ThomasJuly 17, 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. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Michelle EdwardsJanuary 16, 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.
Steven EvansDecember 19, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Margaret ClarkMarch 19, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Michelle RodriguezDecember 20, 2024
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
William RamirezAugust 14, 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.
Ryan ScottFebruary 19, 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.
Laura HillOctober 04, 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.
Dorothy CarterJune 07, 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.
Charles WhiteNovember 30, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Steven CarterFebruary 12, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Joseph TorresDecember 15, 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.
Joseph JacksonMarch 23, 2024
It was just alright. 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.
Donna GonzalezAugust 09, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
James HallNovember 02, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Robert WhiteApril 29, 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.
Lisa NelsonNovember 22, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Brian AllenMarch 09, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Patricia ParkerDecember 08, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Richard WrightSeptember 18, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Anthony CarterNovember 25, 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.
Christopher TaylorAugust 02, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Mary LopezMarch 30, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Steven RodriguezJune 15, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Jennifer PerezSeptember 14, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Betty MillerFebruary 01, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Mary WhiteMarch 07, 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.
Jennifer NelsonSeptember 07, 2025
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.
Mary WalkerDecember 03, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Gary NelsonApril 06, 2025
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.
Cynthia ThomasJuly 29, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
William RamirezJune 17, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Ryan GonzalezAugust 16, 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.
Deborah ThomasOctober 29, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Michael BrownJanuary 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
David KingMay 08, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Richard WalkerApril 27, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Joseph ThompsonJuly 03, 2024
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.
Thomas MartinFebruary 22, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Linda AllenJune 14, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Barbara TaylorOctober 04, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
David KingNovember 27, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Kenneth MartinFebruary 07, 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. Just right down the middle.
Steven RodriguezMarch 07, 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.
David GreenOctober 09, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Carol SanchezJune 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Dorothy TorresJanuary 20, 2024
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.
Elizabeth SmithNovember 09, 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.
Brian AdamsNovember 27, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Karen JohnsonMarch 22, 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.
Amanda HarrisOctober 16, 2025
An average read for me. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. A generous 3 stars.
Mary HillJanuary 19, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Cynthia GreenNovember 17, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Betty MartinezFebruary 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.
Anthony CarterFebruary 24, 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.
Cynthia HernandezApril 29, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Jennifer TorresSeptember 02, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Edward MillerMay 07, 2024
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Still a good book.
Paul AdamsJanuary 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. Glad I picked this up.
Steven CarterAugust 22, 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. A generous 3 stars.
David GreenMarch 13, 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.
Gary NelsonAugust 07, 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.
Brian TurnerNovember 18, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Michelle CarterAugust 20, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Emily KingFebruary 14, 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.
Robert WilliamsMarch 21, 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.
Lisa YoungSeptember 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Elizabeth LeeNovember 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.
Robert LeeApril 06, 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.
Jennifer JohnsonMay 26, 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.
Thomas JohnsonAugust 21, 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.
Rebecca ScottFebruary 19, 2025
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.
William DiazJanuary 15, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Donna ClarkApril 15, 2024
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Donald CruzSeptember 19, 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.
Robert YoungNovember 13, 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.
Amanda NguyenMay 18, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Just right down the middle.
David GomezApril 25, 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.
Margaret DavisSeptember 09, 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.
Daniel CollinsJanuary 13, 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.
David KingApril 06, 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.
Jacob CruzSeptember 20, 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.
Jennifer LewisAugust 08, 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.
Nancy PerezApril 14, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Donna ClarkDecember 01, 2025
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.
James TaylorJune 13, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Joseph MartinMay 15, 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.
Melissa WilliamsApril 06, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Thomas PhillipsMay 12, 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.
Nancy BakerFebruary 22, 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.
Deborah WilliamsFebruary 14, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Dorothy HernandezOctober 19, 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. Worth the time and money.
Dorothy ReyesApril 18, 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.
Joshua JohnsonApril 01, 2024
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.
Joseph GomezApril 21, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Eric DavisOctober 27, 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.
Sarah RobinsonFebruary 15, 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. Worth the time and money.
Charles RobertsAugust 16, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Cynthia GreenSeptember 16, 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.
Nancy AndersonApril 29, 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.
Sandra TurnerMarch 30, 2025
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.
Dorothy JohnsonJuly 31, 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.
Susan ClarkOctober 17, 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.
Robert LeeFebruary 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.
Susan FloresNovember 23, 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.
William GomezJune 15, 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.
Jessica RiveraNovember 23, 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.
Dorothy HernandezOctober 25, 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.
William GomezAugust 22, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Dorothy NelsonFebruary 26, 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.
Charles MooreAugust 31, 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.
Jennifer LewisDecember 04, 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.
Carol MartinezMay 04, 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.
Steven YoungAugust 20, 2025
An average read for me. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Just right down the middle.
James RobinsonNovember 22, 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.
Brian CarterSeptember 25, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Charles RobertsFebruary 03, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Jessica LewisJuly 04, 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.
Michael BrownJuly 13, 2024
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.
Stephanie GomezMarch 05, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.