Review of CrackerJack!

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I see, the beginning of this book is boring. I didn't really enjoy the detailed description in this book. It might help the readers to visualize the story, but sometimes it sounds boring and makes me want to just skip that part. Thank you for the informative review.
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Thank you for your review. I'm glad that you enjoyed the book so much. I did also find the beginning of the sample very descriptive and slow. I'm sure many will enjoy this read and genre, but I'm going to pass on it.
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This review reveals a lot about the weary aspects of this novel, and indeed it seems unnecessary when the author prefers to write lengthy passages about the characters' morning routine and dressing preferences.
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Being an Italian myself, I can certainly agree that Italians have a distinct temperament about them. That's not racist, it's an observable fact. In any case, stereotypes are funny because they are mostly true. Lighten up, people. Life's too short to not have a sense of humor.
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Post by Joneisha Adderley »

I’m looking forward to digging into this novel to know how Cindy and Alonzo will be able to find each other amid the seemingly difficult challenges.
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Post by Leslie Kunde »

I think I would be too annoyed with the repetitions you mention in your review. While I always get a kick out of words like tussle, I know it would get under my skin to have it repeated over and over. Thanks for the review.
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I appreciate your review, although this is decidedly not the book for me, I enjoy being able to read your review to confirm my interest level!
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Post by Gabriella H »

This seems like a romance novel with some elements of mystery. It isn't quite what I was expecting, though. Cindy seems like a fun character, but the repetitions, clash between romance and suspense, and slow pace sound discouraging.
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I don't think this is the book for me. There are too many details that can make it uncomfortable to read, so I'll pass on this one. However, I hope that those who decide to give this book a chance will enjoy reading it. Thank you for sharing this honest review.
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Post by ikechukwuamarachi+55 »

I quite agree that such a routine of dressing up in the morning can be boring to the reader. Therefore, the author needs to make it interesting. Thanks for an interesting review.
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Post by Judy O »

From the review, it seems to be a romantic book with a different kind of storyline. I would like to know more about Cindy and Alonzo's story..
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The book seems like a mix of romance and suspense that looks into the world of a stenographer. Congratulations on Book of the Day!
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Post by Gabriela Contreras »

I am not sure if this is truly a book that perfectly combines mystery and romance, or if this book does not have a clear plot. After reading the review, I am still not sure what this book is about, nor am I convinced that the author truly makes clothing interesting.
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Post by Honsby »

Cover well designed and story captivating. The blend of romance and suspense makes it a go-go. But with the term tussle (tussled or tussling) it is hyperbolically hilarious to me especially with Cindy's tussling escaped with Alonzo. Shea Rose did quite a thing with the story. Nice!
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Post by dragonet07 »

While the concept seems intriguing, especially the main character being a stenographer with these fantasies, I’m not sure about the romance-to-suspense ratio. A story like this sounds as though it should have equal parts both, but the review suggests otherwise. Romance readers might like it, though. Thank you for the helpful review.
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