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#RiseUpReads October 2025

It's Elementary by Elise Bryant

Read at your own pace. There will be a discussion post on Litsy at the end of the month.

Content warnings: racism, domestic abuse, kidnapping, bullying, classism, murder, infidelity

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I‘m so excited this is the first book in a cozy mystery series because I freaking loved and totally related with Mavis charter! The characters and mystery were really solid and I enjoyed the little dash of romance. I am very excited to read the next book ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

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Very similar to their other collection: My Nest Isn't Empty...
Cute, and lighthearted, but I felt like I'd already read it.

49/80

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"Here's what I've learned in my life: Motherhood has no expiration date."

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Staring this for a bingo

Mini book haul. My husband was playing an outdoor gig and there was a church yard sale going on next door, so I _had_ to go visit it, right?

This was a very fun, cozy mystery about a mom who maybe witnesses a crime and the chaos ensues. A fun collection of characters, some nice surprises and a little bit of romance. I look forward to more books with Mavis! 4.5⭐️
Another #bookspinbingo!

“Lives, as flimsy as fabric, could be snipped capriciously with the shears of random moments of self-interest.”

Lounging with my library book, under the electric blanket, watching the sad news about measles outbreaks and banned Bradford Pear trees. Work was busy and I want a nap. 😴 Looking forward to a nice dinner 🍽️ prepared by my chef husband and watching Severance 📺