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The Frame-Up by Meghan Scott Molin

Brief synopsis (no spoilers): MG has an unusual name (Michael-Grace), an unusual best friend (drag queen), an unusual hair color (purple), and an unusual job (only female writer at a graphic novel shop). So when there's an unusual crime in town, she's a great match! Category : Crime fiction Why I chose this book : Amazon First My personal opinion : I really enjoyed this book. It was relatively clean (no language or sex), but it was edgy (showcasing people who are "loud and proud" about their lifestyles). I liked the nerd culture references, and I enjoyed the "girl power" angle. I also appreciate that most of the action in the crime solving part did not involve murder. Nicely done! I don't recommend it to teenagers, but I would recommend it to adults that do not have homosexuality as a trigger. Warnings Language: None Violence: Some fighting, some references to drug lord violence "Adult" situations: Lots of references to sexual interest, but no

The Last of the Moon Girls by Barbara Davis

Brief synopsis (no spoilers) : Lizzy Moon is the youngest in a long line of women with special abilities. Quiet ones, that focus on healing and wellness. But her "kind" are not welcome in her home town, so she moved away to the big city and got a big job. And then her grandmother died, so she inherited Moon Girl Farm, so she had no choice but to return and manage the estate. Her plans for a quick drop-in and getaway are ruined by the state of the farm, an old rumor that has persisted, and some unfinished business. Throughout the story, her grandmother gently speaks to her (figuratively) through a Book of Remembrance that she made and left for Lizzy. Category : Fiction, mystery Why I chose this book : Amazon First My personal opinion : The setting was nice (I grew up in that area, so it was cool to hear location names I recognized), the story-telling was superb, the flow of the story was excellent, and the interaction of the characters was endearing. I wish there were more mys