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Wild Hare
WILD HARE IS LISTED ON KIRKUS REVIEW AS ONE OF THE BEST INDY BOOKS OF 2019
" Wild Hare is a fast paced work of apocalyptic and dystopian fiction penned by author Laura Koerber. Combining such varied concepts as fantasy and magic with climate change and political domination is no mean feat, but the plot of this adventurous tale does just that," Readers' Favorites
Starred review in Kirkus Review:
"The story manages to weave together a complex tapestry of themes, from climate change to poverty to what qualifies as morality in a world that’s facing catastrophe. The prose is clear and concise throughout, giving readers a sense of each scene and character through the protagonist’s eyes.
A wrenching, complex novel that any fantasy fan would do well to pick up."
In the year 2032, the US is a one party kleptocracy and the forests are on fire from climate change. Bobby Fallon, half human and half nature spirit of the wild hare clan, fights to protect his little part of the North Woods in Wisconsin. This is an except:
“The world is coming to an end, but my personal life is okay, I guess.”
That was my response to Arne’s “How’re ya?” greeting. Then I pushed the oil rags and cigarette butts off the seat of his old pickup truck and climbed in. Arne is used to sour comments from me, so he just threw the truck into gear, gunned the engine, and smirked: “Someone’s got a bee up his butt this morning.”
I let a half mile of clear cut rumble past the window while I thought about my shitty mood. I guess I was in an even shittier mood than usual. The low-hanging, pinkish-gray smoke in the sky was getting on my nerves in a quietly grinding way like bad music or the smell of diesel oil: the kind of irritation that puts you in a crappy mood without you noticing how you got there.
We bounced down Highway 3, dodging potholes, while I contemplated the butchered landscape and wondered grimly if we were going to be on fire right there in Chippewa County soon. I didn’t need a weather report to know it was unusually hot for August. The whole summer had been hot and dry.
Back when I was a kid, I used to enjoy the ride to town because of the way the road wound around through a mosaic of wetlands and forest and lakes. There used to be lots of moose back then too: big, somber, stupid animals. I’d kind of admired the moose because they were so much better at parenting than my folks had ever been.
Mostly gone now: the forest, the marshes around the lakes, the moose.
Some of the clear cut patches have grown back as stands of skinny pines and firs packed together like toothpicks in a box: not a real forest because the animals can’t live in it. Not even a memory of a real forest. The ugly fake forest outside the truck windows pissed me off as much as the smoke. Every fucking thing was reminding me how fucked we all were. Then Arne asked, “What’s the point of being a fucking fairy if you can’t just wave a magic wand and get shit done?”
Yeah, I’m a fairy. No, not that kind. I’m half-human, half-forest spirit from the wild hare clan. There used to be lots of us, but most of the full fairies have either died or moved away with the demise of the forest.
" Wild Hare is a fast paced work of apocalyptic and dystopian fiction penned by author Laura Koerber. Combining such varied concepts as fantasy and magic with climate change and political domination is no mean feat, but the plot of this adventurous tale does just that," Readers' Favorites
Starred review in Kirkus Review:
"The story manages to weave together a complex tapestry of themes, from climate change to poverty to what qualifies as morality in a world that’s facing catastrophe. The prose is clear and concise throughout, giving readers a sense of each scene and character through the protagonist’s eyes.
A wrenching, complex novel that any fantasy fan would do well to pick up."
In the year 2032, the US is a one party kleptocracy and the forests are on fire from climate change. Bobby Fallon, half human and half nature spirit of the wild hare clan, fights to protect his little part of the North Woods in Wisconsin. This is an except:
“The world is coming to an end, but my personal life is okay, I guess.”
That was my response to Arne’s “How’re ya?” greeting. Then I pushed the oil rags and cigarette butts off the seat of his old pickup truck and climbed in. Arne is used to sour comments from me, so he just threw the truck into gear, gunned the engine, and smirked: “Someone’s got a bee up his butt this morning.”
I let a half mile of clear cut rumble past the window while I thought about my shitty mood. I guess I was in an even shittier mood than usual. The low-hanging, pinkish-gray smoke in the sky was getting on my nerves in a quietly grinding way like bad music or the smell of diesel oil: the kind of irritation that puts you in a crappy mood without you noticing how you got there.
We bounced down Highway 3, dodging potholes, while I contemplated the butchered landscape and wondered grimly if we were going to be on fire right there in Chippewa County soon. I didn’t need a weather report to know it was unusually hot for August. The whole summer had been hot and dry.
Back when I was a kid, I used to enjoy the ride to town because of the way the road wound around through a mosaic of wetlands and forest and lakes. There used to be lots of moose back then too: big, somber, stupid animals. I’d kind of admired the moose because they were so much better at parenting than my folks had ever been.
Mostly gone now: the forest, the marshes around the lakes, the moose.
Some of the clear cut patches have grown back as stands of skinny pines and firs packed together like toothpicks in a box: not a real forest because the animals can’t live in it. Not even a memory of a real forest. The ugly fake forest outside the truck windows pissed me off as much as the smoke. Every fucking thing was reminding me how fucked we all were. Then Arne asked, “What’s the point of being a fucking fairy if you can’t just wave a magic wand and get shit done?”
Yeah, I’m a fairy. No, not that kind. I’m half-human, half-forest spirit from the wild hare clan. There used to be lots of us, but most of the full fairies have either died or moved away with the demise of the forest.
- GenresDystopia
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First published June 14, 2019
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About the author
Laura Koerber
18 books247 followersI live on a island in the Puget Sound with my husband and my dogs. I am a retired teacher, presently doing in -home care for disabled people while volunteering at a dog rescue
My degree is in art, and I am a painter, graphic artist, and ceramic sculptor. The writing started about five years ago, a surprise to me and everyone who knows me, since I had never written anything before.
The review for my first book in Kirkus Review: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-re...
I think I learned to write by reading. I am a voracious omnivore of books.
My degree is in art, and I am a painter, graphic artist, and ceramic sculptor. The writing started about five years ago, a surprise to me and everyone who knows me, since I had never written anything before.
The review for my first book in Kirkus Review: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-re...
I think I learned to write by reading. I am a voracious omnivore of books.
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July 29, 2019
Wild Hare is a clever parody of the society we live in. The visitor to the small town of Bear Lake is greeted by a billboard that reads “REPORT ILLEGAL ALIENS;” the town’s police has been privatized and is now run by militia strongmen, who, by the way, also run the town’s gun shop; the corrupt congressman and his two Russian guests have investments in Lake Bear Resort, a development suspected of being a front for money laundering. Exaggerated, yes, but unmistakably mimicking today’s political environment, and so cleverly funny!
Bob Fallon owns a small piece of ancient forest nearby. He is half human, half fairy of the hare clan, and as such he has powers full humans don’t have. The century-old trees, the seeping rocks deposited by former glaciers, and Secret Lake where water fairies reside will enchant nature lovers. Fallon is angry at humans responsible for the degradation of all this natural beauty, for the disappearance of the wild animals whose habitat the timber companies have destroyed, and for the delicate water fairies who succumb to pollution and deforestation.
The story opens with a striking first line from Fallon, and a literary gem: “The world is coming to an end, but my personal life is okay, I guess.” Fallon deplores the state of affairs, but he is determined to fight back, and he uses his magic power to that end. That is the way his (full fairy) mother raised him: “feed, fornicate, and fight!” (He is a hare, after all.) The story flows with never a slow moment. The primary characters are endearing despite their flaws. I was “in” the story from the beginning and never left it. Author Laurie Koerber’s story telling talent is further demonstrated when she comes up with the perfect ending.
If the political climate gets to you, take a break and read Wild Hare. The story is witty; it is well written and well structured; and Koerber treats us to amazing descriptions and lively scenes. It is magic for the soul.
Bob Fallon owns a small piece of ancient forest nearby. He is half human, half fairy of the hare clan, and as such he has powers full humans don’t have. The century-old trees, the seeping rocks deposited by former glaciers, and Secret Lake where water fairies reside will enchant nature lovers. Fallon is angry at humans responsible for the degradation of all this natural beauty, for the disappearance of the wild animals whose habitat the timber companies have destroyed, and for the delicate water fairies who succumb to pollution and deforestation.
The story opens with a striking first line from Fallon, and a literary gem: “The world is coming to an end, but my personal life is okay, I guess.” Fallon deplores the state of affairs, but he is determined to fight back, and he uses his magic power to that end. That is the way his (full fairy) mother raised him: “feed, fornicate, and fight!” (He is a hare, after all.) The story flows with never a slow moment. The primary characters are endearing despite their flaws. I was “in” the story from the beginning and never left it. Author Laurie Koerber’s story telling talent is further demonstrated when she comes up with the perfect ending.
If the political climate gets to you, take a break and read Wild Hare. The story is witty; it is well written and well structured; and Koerber treats us to amazing descriptions and lively scenes. It is magic for the soul.
October 24, 2020
Wild Hare is set in the future where the US is ruled by a corrupt militia and nature has been decimated and polluted by human greed.
It has an unusual protagonist – Bob Fallon – progeny of a human father and a nature spirit of the Hare clan. Bob has been witness to several changes in the world – none of them good – and now lives in a small private forest with a couple of friends. He has inherited some magical powers but ‘Fairy magic has never been strong compared to human stupidity and greed. And money.’
Bob manages to scrape by with some driving jobs and in a crunch, by using his magic to con shopkeepers in a small way. But when he needs to bail out his friend from prison, he does something drastic that sets off a chain of events.
Bob Fallon is a metaphor for the average human being. Most of us have that fairy part – the part that is in tune with nature. The other part of Bob Fallon, the indifferent part, we have that too. We know what’s wrong with the world but choose to ignore it. To quote from the book, ‘The world is coming to an end, but my personal life is okay, I guess.’
Wild Hare is a multi-layered and textured story. It probably has some political parody that I didn’t catch because of not being familiar with the political drama in US. However, the concept of a totalitarian government is independent of geography. So is climate change.
The book is definitely worth a look. The only thing I found off-putting was the cover.
It has an unusual protagonist – Bob Fallon – progeny of a human father and a nature spirit of the Hare clan. Bob has been witness to several changes in the world – none of them good – and now lives in a small private forest with a couple of friends. He has inherited some magical powers but ‘Fairy magic has never been strong compared to human stupidity and greed. And money.’
Bob manages to scrape by with some driving jobs and in a crunch, by using his magic to con shopkeepers in a small way. But when he needs to bail out his friend from prison, he does something drastic that sets off a chain of events.
Bob Fallon is a metaphor for the average human being. Most of us have that fairy part – the part that is in tune with nature. The other part of Bob Fallon, the indifferent part, we have that too. We know what’s wrong with the world but choose to ignore it. To quote from the book, ‘The world is coming to an end, but my personal life is okay, I guess.’
Wild Hare is a multi-layered and textured story. It probably has some political parody that I didn’t catch because of not being familiar with the political drama in US. However, the concept of a totalitarian government is independent of geography. So is climate change.
The book is definitely worth a look. The only thing I found off-putting was the cover.
April 19, 2020
Twenty years in the future, unchecked climate change and government by the rich, for the rich, has taken its toll. In the boondocks of Wisconsin, Bob, half-fairy (the magical kind), is politically apathetic, but when magical family members and friends become collateral damage in the economy's war against nature, things finally gets to the point where he’s mad as hell and just isn’t going to take it anymore.
Helping him are his abilities to fly, to mess with time and to exert superhuman powers of persuasion on the unsuspecting.
This novel is extremely enjoyable. Bob and his friends are vividly portrayed and very likeable, and the local politicians and their militia are satisfactorily awful. But Bob’s first victim? Is he good, bad, or simply trying to get by and make a buck? We’re dragged into Bob’s psyche and his tortured dreams as he wrestles with his anger and his conscience. And the plight of his local fauna and his paranormal friends is heart-rending.
Laura Koerber’s visceral descriptions show us what climate change is taking from us. And leave us with a couple of things to ponder: What would it take for an individual to take direct, one-to-one action against the selfish opportunists that our broken democracies have placed in charge of our environment? And how would things pan out if people did so en masse?
Helping him are his abilities to fly, to mess with time and to exert superhuman powers of persuasion on the unsuspecting.
This novel is extremely enjoyable. Bob and his friends are vividly portrayed and very likeable, and the local politicians and their militia are satisfactorily awful. But Bob’s first victim? Is he good, bad, or simply trying to get by and make a buck? We’re dragged into Bob’s psyche and his tortured dreams as he wrestles with his anger and his conscience. And the plight of his local fauna and his paranormal friends is heart-rending.
Laura Koerber’s visceral descriptions show us what climate change is taking from us. And leave us with a couple of things to ponder: What would it take for an individual to take direct, one-to-one action against the selfish opportunists that our broken democracies have placed in charge of our environment? And how would things pan out if people did so en masse?
July 23, 2019
Rarely do I worry how well a story is going to unfold. Either it will be a good story, or it won’t. With Laura Koerber’s Wild Hare, that wasn’t the case. I loved how it was developing and feared Koerber, like a long-distance runner, would eventually stumble and wander off course. With each turn of page, I pleaded Laura, “don’t screw up, don’t screw up.”
I was worried because narrator Bob Fallon, half wood fairy (of the Hare clan) and half human, was oozing endearing characteristics. He was totally appealing, until he did the totally unacceptable and I had to find ways to justify his behavior.
His world, years from now, was ten time worse than ours in every way. Some bad people were no worse than now, but they were as bad. The good people, if you include the fairies that still survived, were much worse off, but better off too with magic at their disposal. (I was relieved to learn the water fairies had a cell phone.)
With adventures too numerous and interesting to usefully summarize here, Bob Fallon did his best to right wrongs, save the vulnerable, and win the heart of a possibly darn good life partner. The author had to manage all sorts of fairies and their various skills, corrupt officials, stealing, drinking, a love interest with an autistic child, global warming, jail escapes, and much worse; no way could Koerber pull this off.
But she did and did so brilliantly.
The ending was unsatisfactory, just as death is unsatisfactory. The end of a good thing is rarely a good thing, and rarely have I enjoyed a book as much as Wild Hare.
I was worried because narrator Bob Fallon, half wood fairy (of the Hare clan) and half human, was oozing endearing characteristics. He was totally appealing, until he did the totally unacceptable and I had to find ways to justify his behavior.
His world, years from now, was ten time worse than ours in every way. Some bad people were no worse than now, but they were as bad. The good people, if you include the fairies that still survived, were much worse off, but better off too with magic at their disposal. (I was relieved to learn the water fairies had a cell phone.)
With adventures too numerous and interesting to usefully summarize here, Bob Fallon did his best to right wrongs, save the vulnerable, and win the heart of a possibly darn good life partner. The author had to manage all sorts of fairies and their various skills, corrupt officials, stealing, drinking, a love interest with an autistic child, global warming, jail escapes, and much worse; no way could Koerber pull this off.
But she did and did so brilliantly.
The ending was unsatisfactory, just as death is unsatisfactory. The end of a good thing is rarely a good thing, and rarely have I enjoyed a book as much as Wild Hare.
September 17, 2019
Sharp, realistic characters. A believable near future. (minus the fairies)
The thing that first struck me in this book was this feeling of "Oh! I know people exactly like that." At a few times, this changed to "Ugh... I know too many people like that..." Which I think is a credit to the author for making such realistic characters, even if it's in a fictional near-future. (with magic!)
Besides character, the world-building here is solid. I got a distinct picture of just how trashed everything was, from the environment to the government, etc. It's a bleak, depressing and realistic projection of where we might go. The fairy magic, too, was interesting and had a unique spin on different tropes I've encountered. It was an interesting dimension adding to this backwoods/dystopian/fantasy feel.
I knocked off one star because the plot does meander at points. The conflict, in general, is present throughout the book, but it doesn't feel like it's really in the driver's seat the whole time. Ultimately, this feels like a slice of life sort of book, with rural, backwoods fae-creatures trying to get by while the world is falling apart around them. A quick fun read, always quality prose and dialog, I can recommend this for fans of the genre.
(I read this via a kindle lend)
The thing that first struck me in this book was this feeling of "Oh! I know people exactly like that." At a few times, this changed to "Ugh... I know too many people like that..." Which I think is a credit to the author for making such realistic characters, even if it's in a fictional near-future. (with magic!)
Besides character, the world-building here is solid. I got a distinct picture of just how trashed everything was, from the environment to the government, etc. It's a bleak, depressing and realistic projection of where we might go. The fairy magic, too, was interesting and had a unique spin on different tropes I've encountered. It was an interesting dimension adding to this backwoods/dystopian/fantasy feel.
I knocked off one star because the plot does meander at points. The conflict, in general, is present throughout the book, but it doesn't feel like it's really in the driver's seat the whole time. Ultimately, this feels like a slice of life sort of book, with rural, backwoods fae-creatures trying to get by while the world is falling apart around them. A quick fun read, always quality prose and dialog, I can recommend this for fans of the genre.
(I read this via a kindle lend)
December 23, 2019
An intriguing, nuanced blend of magic, nature, and politics.
September 22, 2019
I have read many of Ms. Koerber works and enjoyed them all in their own way. Each tends to take on a life of it's own, some more so than others. Although 'Wild Hare' did not hold my interest as much as others I have perused, it still contained one of the things I like most about this author's work. That of the descriptive abilities of this writer. She indeed has the knack, the talent to paint a picture with her words. A talent many writers are lacking in.
Well worth a look.
Well worth a look.
October 6, 2020
3.5 stars
I received this book for an honest review. All expressed opinions, cynical or otherwise, are my own.
I have never been a huge fan of political flavored fiction. I am also probably the wrong person for the message this book espouses - I am a Southern boy from OL' Alabama, as it were. Still, Koerber writes with a keen wit, and deft ability at storytelling that is enthralling. And she didn't even have to hand me some cake.
The year is 2032, and everything is pretty crappy. Except for Bobby Fallon, for him things are pretty OK. Bobby is half-fairy, half-human, and all attitude. Things start to go worse for this member of the Wild Hare Clan when his buddy Arne gets locked up. What follows is a meandering mix of a romance, revenge, and self-discovery plot.
Koerber has talent, and a storyteller who understands the nuance of human emotions, timing, and the general rhythm of a plot. The characters in Wild Hare are all believable, unique, and strong. Bobby Fallon's development, in particular, is well handled and enjoyable. As for the writing itself, there are times when the prose really sings, and the flow of the writing comes close to being masterful. In those moments it is a very hard book to put down.
In others, it was as problematic to keep reading. The characters are indeed strong, but not always likeable; Bobby Fallon's unrelenting pessimism and ornery attitude can be a put-off. There are also times when the plot meanders too far, and a stronger narrative hand might have served to keep things on track. This is also a book with very strong opinions.
Deft storytelling. Strong characters, good prose, and a easy to pick up plot set themselves off a difficult-to-relate-to protagonist, meandering plot, and a book with a message. The latter, depending on the reader, may actually be a strong selling point. However, for some readers it may make this story a bit of a Wild Hare.
I received this book for an honest review. All expressed opinions, cynical or otherwise, are my own.
I have never been a huge fan of political flavored fiction. I am also probably the wrong person for the message this book espouses - I am a Southern boy from OL' Alabama, as it were. Still, Koerber writes with a keen wit, and deft ability at storytelling that is enthralling. And she didn't even have to hand me some cake.
The year is 2032, and everything is pretty crappy. Except for Bobby Fallon, for him things are pretty OK. Bobby is half-fairy, half-human, and all attitude. Things start to go worse for this member of the Wild Hare Clan when his buddy Arne gets locked up. What follows is a meandering mix of a romance, revenge, and self-discovery plot.
Koerber has talent, and a storyteller who understands the nuance of human emotions, timing, and the general rhythm of a plot. The characters in Wild Hare are all believable, unique, and strong. Bobby Fallon's development, in particular, is well handled and enjoyable. As for the writing itself, there are times when the prose really sings, and the flow of the writing comes close to being masterful. In those moments it is a very hard book to put down.
In others, it was as problematic to keep reading. The characters are indeed strong, but not always likeable; Bobby Fallon's unrelenting pessimism and ornery attitude can be a put-off. There are also times when the plot meanders too far, and a stronger narrative hand might have served to keep things on track. This is also a book with very strong opinions.
Deft storytelling. Strong characters, good prose, and a easy to pick up plot set themselves off a difficult-to-relate-to protagonist, meandering plot, and a book with a message. The latter, depending on the reader, may actually be a strong selling point. However, for some readers it may make this story a bit of a Wild Hare.
August 26, 2025
This is the tale of Bobby Fallon, a half-human half-forest spirit, and his summer of fighting and change, as he calls it. It takes place in 2032, in northern Wisconsin, with its gutted wilderness and gang-like militia that are basically in charge of town.
While a little choppy at times from chapter to chapter, this is an intriguing and entertaining tale of unique characters just trying to live their lives. I appreciated how the characters were so unapologetically themselves, right down to some strong language that nevertheless fit. And there were some fun and lovely descriptions - a couple of my favorites: "...a voice like the air brakes on a semi..." and "powerboats buzz incessantly across the waters like demented lawn mowers...".
The story is told in first-person from Bobby's perspective, in his easy, distinct voice. It touched on a variety of thought-provoking topics, including politics, religion, forgiveness, how one deals with the big things in life, and avoiding taking on the violence and hatred of one's enemies. The magic in the story was somewhat subtle, with some parts deliciously surreal.
Overall, this is an engaging story that gives the reader plenty to think about. An enjoyable read!
(I read this book through Kindle Unlimited.)
While a little choppy at times from chapter to chapter, this is an intriguing and entertaining tale of unique characters just trying to live their lives. I appreciated how the characters were so unapologetically themselves, right down to some strong language that nevertheless fit. And there were some fun and lovely descriptions - a couple of my favorites: "...a voice like the air brakes on a semi..." and "powerboats buzz incessantly across the waters like demented lawn mowers...".
The story is told in first-person from Bobby's perspective, in his easy, distinct voice. It touched on a variety of thought-provoking topics, including politics, religion, forgiveness, how one deals with the big things in life, and avoiding taking on the violence and hatred of one's enemies. The magic in the story was somewhat subtle, with some parts deliciously surreal.
Overall, this is an engaging story that gives the reader plenty to think about. An enjoyable read!
(I read this book through Kindle Unlimited.)
August 13, 2025
Creative and Thought Provoking with a Memorable Protagonist
Wild Hare is an imaginative blend of folklore, satire, and dystopian storytelling. Laura Koerber creates a world that feels both familiar and strange, weaving together small-town grit with magical realism in a way that draws you in. I especially enjoyed her creativity in crafting the different worlds within the story and the vivid details that made them feel alive.
Bob, the half-human nature spirit at the heart of the novel, is a fascinating character. His sharp wit, complicated morality, and unexpected moments of vulnerability kept me engaged from beginning to end. The themes of climate change, corruption, and survival are handled with nuance, making the book not only entertaining but also deeply thought-provoking.
This is a unique and layered story that rewards readers who appreciate complex characters and inventive world-building.
Wild Hare is an imaginative blend of folklore, satire, and dystopian storytelling. Laura Koerber creates a world that feels both familiar and strange, weaving together small-town grit with magical realism in a way that draws you in. I especially enjoyed her creativity in crafting the different worlds within the story and the vivid details that made them feel alive.
Bob, the half-human nature spirit at the heart of the novel, is a fascinating character. His sharp wit, complicated morality, and unexpected moments of vulnerability kept me engaged from beginning to end. The themes of climate change, corruption, and survival are handled with nuance, making the book not only entertaining but also deeply thought-provoking.
This is a unique and layered story that rewards readers who appreciate complex characters and inventive world-building.
May 12, 2025
No one does magical realism and animals/nature quite like Laura Koerber. This book reminds me one of her earlier works but is quite unique and stands on its own merits and protagonist. While my political leanings are quite different from the author's, I still give credit where credit is due, and this is a fantasic indie book with sharp writing, witty lines, and timely social commentaries. While the animals, faeries, and other magical creatures are a bit much for my tastes, there is plenty of action and economic/social tropes for people to be entertained by or identify with. The landscape, animals, and climate are frequent themes of Koerber's work, and Wild Hare(clever wordplay again) is no exception. If you like political thrillers, magical creatures, or environmental commentaries, you will find something to enjoy with the good writing here.
August 16, 2022
What Was That?
There is no simple synopsis for this book. I can't even figure out how many genres it fits into but I loved it! I can see why it raises the hackles of right-wing Americans but if it had been written 10 years ago, it would have been considered to be a dystopian fantasy with a touch of magical realism. The setting is in a state near Canada and environmental damage is a large part of the story. It's not a global warming conversation but a sobering truth of what we've done to ourselves for profit. It's not an argument because it has already been done. Throughout the crazy yet political plot, the threads come together to a satisfying but realistic end. Looking for a quick but quirky read? This is it!
There is no simple synopsis for this book. I can't even figure out how many genres it fits into but I loved it! I can see why it raises the hackles of right-wing Americans but if it had been written 10 years ago, it would have been considered to be a dystopian fantasy with a touch of magical realism. The setting is in a state near Canada and environmental damage is a large part of the story. It's not a global warming conversation but a sobering truth of what we've done to ourselves for profit. It's not an argument because it has already been done. Throughout the crazy yet political plot, the threads come together to a satisfying but realistic end. Looking for a quick but quirky read? This is it!
October 21, 2020
Every once in a while a book comes along that is just a pleasure to read. Wild Hare ranks among these. The story line caught me from the very beginning, gradually unveiling truths about the protagonist, like a dance of the seven veils, that rendered him more appealing with each turning of the page. But this characterization doesn’t form the limits of what made this book so appealing. Within it teem an abundance of sardonic, ironic and humorous one-liners that left this reader laughing out loud. I cannot go into supportive details for fear of giving away the surprises of the read. All I can safely say is Really Good, like Italian food, a satisfying mouthful in every bite. Do not miss it. I certainly hope that there are sequels to follow for there is an abundance of rich soil in which Wild Hare would have no problem in sustaining them.
December 31, 2022
I read Koerber's
Coyote's Road Trip
and it blew my mind. Koerber is a goddess. If I could write half as well as her I'd be happy. I repeat what I wrote in the Coyote review - why this woman doesn't have a major publishing deal with a series soon to follow demonstrates that publishers and video makers are interested in money, not good storycrafting (I mean, seriously, what percentage of what's streaming is really worth watching?).
This is worth watching. And reading. Multiple times.
Again, Ms. Koerber, WOW!
This is worth watching. And reading. Multiple times.
Again, Ms. Koerber, WOW!
February 16, 2022
Nice
It was not what I had expected. It was very different but it was good. I hope you all enjoy it as well.
It was not what I had expected. It was very different but it was good. I hope you all enjoy it as well.
October 9, 2020
Let me start by saying this book definitely has an audience. However, it had a lot of ideology that will only appeal to a third of the population. If you are Team Blue, you will love this book. If you are Team Red, run away, because it ain't f0r you and has nothing to offer. If you are Team Purple in the center, it's just "meh." I thought this book would end up as a three-star rating for those reasons, but the abrupt ending and oversimplified reaction by Taylor after a revelation (mind blowing one) from Bob lost another star. I also think the blurb was bit misleading because this wasn't really about protecting the forest. It was more akin to getting bail money for a buddy in prison (the best part of the story). The rest of my review will contain spoilers.
The Good.
Prison shouldn't earn a profit by how many prisoners are in it. This absolutely must change in real society. Seeing a world where prisoners paid daily room and board (thus increasing bail costs) was fascinating. I really liked the premise and was glad to see it was a giant part of the plot.
I used to be a big Simpsons fans. Seeing a dog named "Poochie" made me smile.
I liked the idea of the poachers being stuck in the fairy time world and not even caring. It was kidnapping, (Bob isn't a very good person) but it was a unique way to do it without getting caught.
Bob's plan to get bail money with the bear hunt fraud. He will go beyond all social norms to get what he wants.
Trying to pay Arne's bail money and constantly being denied reminded me of the Tupac/Tim Roth movie, Gridlock'd. Again, these were my favorite scenes.
Bob showed a little "humanity" after murdering the gun shop clerk. Considering all his other flaws (see the Bad section), it showed a minimal amount of growth in him.
Arne's words when he finally did get bailed out. He didn't thank his friend, he insulted him, just like real friends do.
I liked the fact Bob was a horrible person. Many of his crimes were petty. I accepted them. Some of his crimes were too much. Therefore, his terrible personality belongs in the next section too. Usually protagonists only have drug abuse or womanizing flaws. Bob was allowed different issues with his character.
The Bad.
Bob is a major criminal. Sure, he steals petty cash from people with his glamour power, but he also uses it for sex. Think about that. He glamours women to go to bed with him. If he gave them a drug or too much alcohol, you'd call it what it is: Rape. Bob is a serial rapists and doesn't even apologize for it. He also murders and kidnaps people. Sending people to the fairy time world is kidnapping. He does so much evil (for the greater good? Against people who deserve it?) that is was severely disappointing that he never grew, learned, or suffered. The only growth he has is to admit murder is wrong. He doesn't turn himself in or anything, he just promises not to do it anymore. Most people don't have to murder someone first to realize this fact of life.
Not only that, but Taylor accepts all of this. How many single mothers do you know will listen to a man admit to murder, then display fairy magic, and not grab her son's arm and run away forever! She literally accepts it all in the moment. This is what I meant when I said the ending was rushed. Taylor and Bob get to live happily ever after despite her new knowledge of his power and his crimes. She has to be the biggest moron of the book or simply doesn't care about Bryan.
The prose got a bit too purple for my taste at points. A minor issue.
The author was ignorant on firearms. Bob asked for a single shot pistol, then his murder victim spun a cylinder. The cylinder holds bullets. A single shot wouldn't need one by definition. Perhaps single action was meant? Furthermore, pistols use bullets, not shells. This is another area where Team Blue won't care (or possibly even realize the mistake) but Team Red will scoff and ridicule. The book is only meant for one audience.
The Technical.
The book is in first person.
There is violence and profanity.
The Good.
Prison shouldn't earn a profit by how many prisoners are in it. This absolutely must change in real society. Seeing a world where prisoners paid daily room and board (thus increasing bail costs) was fascinating. I really liked the premise and was glad to see it was a giant part of the plot.
I used to be a big Simpsons fans. Seeing a dog named "Poochie" made me smile.
I liked the idea of the poachers being stuck in the fairy time world and not even caring. It was kidnapping, (Bob isn't a very good person) but it was a unique way to do it without getting caught.
Bob's plan to get bail money with the bear hunt fraud. He will go beyond all social norms to get what he wants.
Trying to pay Arne's bail money and constantly being denied reminded me of the Tupac/Tim Roth movie, Gridlock'd. Again, these were my favorite scenes.
Bob showed a little "humanity" after murdering the gun shop clerk. Considering all his other flaws (see the Bad section), it showed a minimal amount of growth in him.
Arne's words when he finally did get bailed out. He didn't thank his friend, he insulted him, just like real friends do.
I liked the fact Bob was a horrible person. Many of his crimes were petty. I accepted them. Some of his crimes were too much. Therefore, his terrible personality belongs in the next section too. Usually protagonists only have drug abuse or womanizing flaws. Bob was allowed different issues with his character.
The Bad.
Bob is a major criminal. Sure, he steals petty cash from people with his glamour power, but he also uses it for sex. Think about that. He glamours women to go to bed with him. If he gave them a drug or too much alcohol, you'd call it what it is: Rape. Bob is a serial rapists and doesn't even apologize for it. He also murders and kidnaps people. Sending people to the fairy time world is kidnapping. He does so much evil (for the greater good? Against people who deserve it?) that is was severely disappointing that he never grew, learned, or suffered. The only growth he has is to admit murder is wrong. He doesn't turn himself in or anything, he just promises not to do it anymore. Most people don't have to murder someone first to realize this fact of life.
Not only that, but Taylor accepts all of this. How many single mothers do you know will listen to a man admit to murder, then display fairy magic, and not grab her son's arm and run away forever! She literally accepts it all in the moment. This is what I meant when I said the ending was rushed. Taylor and Bob get to live happily ever after despite her new knowledge of his power and his crimes. She has to be the biggest moron of the book or simply doesn't care about Bryan.
The prose got a bit too purple for my taste at points. A minor issue.
The author was ignorant on firearms. Bob asked for a single shot pistol, then his murder victim spun a cylinder. The cylinder holds bullets. A single shot wouldn't need one by definition. Perhaps single action was meant? Furthermore, pistols use bullets, not shells. This is another area where Team Blue won't care (or possibly even realize the mistake) but Team Red will scoff and ridicule. The book is only meant for one audience.
The Technical.
The book is in first person.
There is violence and profanity.
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November 19, 2019I loved this book. The story revolves around a half-breed forest fairy, Bobby Fallon, who uses his limited magical powers to con shopkeepers into letting him walk out with extra fags and toilet roll. Bobby hangs out in the woods with a selection of tramps and full blood fairies, but beyond their carefully guarded refuge,America has become a Trumpian nightmare, embodied by the slogan 'Make Your Own Happiness!'. When Bobby's friend Arne is locked up for non-payment of fines in a seemingly perpetual bureaucratic cycle of despair (very Kafka-esque), Bobby has to resort to extreme measures to find the money to bail him out. Meanwhile, romance blossoms between Bobby and the kind, overweight receptionist at Bear Lake holiday park. This book is kind, insightful, original, scary, funny - and beautifully written.
July 27, 2019
A wild tale of flawed characters, magic and truth
I loved this book. I honestly could not stop reading it and that is a rarity for me these days. I liked the flawed main character with his half magic nature and the quirky cast of secondary characters.
The destruction of the natural world is ever present in my mind so the bigger theme of the story resonated with me. The descriptions were beautiful. I could picture the abandoned resort, smell the air and feel the turn of the seasons in the celebrations by the lake.
But what is most important to me is story, and this book tells a captivating story that draws you in and doesn’t let go until the last page. And it doesn’t hurt that magic and reality are woven together seamlessly.
I loved this book. I honestly could not stop reading it and that is a rarity for me these days. I liked the flawed main character with his half magic nature and the quirky cast of secondary characters.
The destruction of the natural world is ever present in my mind so the bigger theme of the story resonated with me. The descriptions were beautiful. I could picture the abandoned resort, smell the air and feel the turn of the seasons in the celebrations by the lake.
But what is most important to me is story, and this book tells a captivating story that draws you in and doesn’t let go until the last page. And it doesn’t hurt that magic and reality are woven together seamlessly.
September 28, 2019
I have to be honest, it was difficult for me to read this book. The main character’s pessimistic attitude weighed on me heavily. I understood that his surroundings were dismal at best but what happened to look at the bright side. The timeline of the book felt antagonistic like groundhogs day. I did however appreciate the consciousness of the state of the world and the people who govern it.
August 23, 2025
Laura Koeber's 'Wild Hare' is the story of Bobby Fallon and the northern Wisconsin small town he calls home. Set in the very near future, the world he occupies is afflicted with the double whammy of climate change and political upheaval. Bobby is half human, half hare (a nature sprit) and it allows him to wield powers like 'glamouring'-- as in getting people to do things they don't want, and the even neater concept of 'fairy time', which can slow time down to a crawl if one is inside of it. Oh, he can fly too, but not endlessly like Superman, he gets tired.
Despite these powers he can't do much about the corrupt local government, particularly when the militia arrests his friend Arne for having some unpaid tickets. In order to secure Arne's release, he needs to pay his fine, but because work and money are scarce and the fine isn't paid promptly, it's then raised to levels where it's almost impossible to pay off. Quite the little fascist trick. This serves as a catalyst for the rest of the story involving a local Congressman, some bear-hunting Russians, and an extreme act of violence.
There's a great line from the main character that sums up what he often feels living in the town--"I wanted a cigarette, not because I smoke, but because I wanted to burn something up and stub something out."
It's all very well told from Bobby's first person POV. The prose is tight and smooth, and the descriptions of the surroundings, while in a state of decay, still has room for moments of beauty. Bobby's found-family of nature spirits (hares, wolves, ravens, coyotes, water fairies) including Sally along with the 'regular' humans like Charlie, Arne, and newcomer to his life Taylor, give the novel a lived-in feel, these are exactly the kind of people you'd run into in a certain neck of the woods. Despite the supernatural elements, it's very much about how in dire times, when humanity's worst aspects thrive, the need for family (and allies), found or otherwise, becomes more important with each passing day.
Wild Hare is a small slice of a post-America world where no one is truly safe. The story is set in the year 2032 and if you discount the fairy-like strangeness, it doesn't seem that far-fetched, which is the real scary part.
Despite these powers he can't do much about the corrupt local government, particularly when the militia arrests his friend Arne for having some unpaid tickets. In order to secure Arne's release, he needs to pay his fine, but because work and money are scarce and the fine isn't paid promptly, it's then raised to levels where it's almost impossible to pay off. Quite the little fascist trick. This serves as a catalyst for the rest of the story involving a local Congressman, some bear-hunting Russians, and an extreme act of violence.
There's a great line from the main character that sums up what he often feels living in the town--"I wanted a cigarette, not because I smoke, but because I wanted to burn something up and stub something out."
It's all very well told from Bobby's first person POV. The prose is tight and smooth, and the descriptions of the surroundings, while in a state of decay, still has room for moments of beauty. Bobby's found-family of nature spirits (hares, wolves, ravens, coyotes, water fairies) including Sally along with the 'regular' humans like Charlie, Arne, and newcomer to his life Taylor, give the novel a lived-in feel, these are exactly the kind of people you'd run into in a certain neck of the woods. Despite the supernatural elements, it's very much about how in dire times, when humanity's worst aspects thrive, the need for family (and allies), found or otherwise, becomes more important with each passing day.
Wild Hare is a small slice of a post-America world where no one is truly safe. The story is set in the year 2032 and if you discount the fairy-like strangeness, it doesn't seem that far-fetched, which is the real scary part.
October 6, 2025
Wild Hare is one of those books that’s hard to pin down--part dystopian story, part fairy tale, part political commentary. It’s set in a future America where the government’s gone corrupt, the forests are dying, and everything feels like it’s coming apart at the seams.
The main character, Bobby Fallon, is half man and half hare spirit. He’s got a bit of magic and uses it to glamour people--mostly to steal from them or to scare them when they’ve been jerks. That’s kind of ironic, since he spends a lot of time angry at the government for doing the same thing on a bigger scale. I think the author did that on purpose, showing how easy it is to mirror the same flaws you criticize.
Koerber’s writing is sharp and smooth, and she has a real knack for capturing voice. Bobby’s cranky, cynical tone feels genuine, and there are moments when the prose really shines. Still, Bobby’s not always the easiest character to root for--he’s got a lot of baggage (and unsupported kids, what’s with that) and kind of hates everyone. Personally, I tend to like stories with a bit more light and heroism, but that’s just my taste.
The book takes a strong stance on climate change, politics, and greed. Readers who enjoy dark, thought-provoking dystopias with a strong message will probably connect with it deeply.
For me, it wasn’t exactly my cup of tea, but I can see why it stands out. Wild Hare is well-written, imaginative, and unafraid to dig into big, messy topics. If you like your fiction bold, moody, and a little bit surreal, this one’s worth a look.
The main character, Bobby Fallon, is half man and half hare spirit. He’s got a bit of magic and uses it to glamour people--mostly to steal from them or to scare them when they’ve been jerks. That’s kind of ironic, since he spends a lot of time angry at the government for doing the same thing on a bigger scale. I think the author did that on purpose, showing how easy it is to mirror the same flaws you criticize.
Koerber’s writing is sharp and smooth, and she has a real knack for capturing voice. Bobby’s cranky, cynical tone feels genuine, and there are moments when the prose really shines. Still, Bobby’s not always the easiest character to root for--he’s got a lot of baggage (and unsupported kids, what’s with that) and kind of hates everyone. Personally, I tend to like stories with a bit more light and heroism, but that’s just my taste.
The book takes a strong stance on climate change, politics, and greed. Readers who enjoy dark, thought-provoking dystopias with a strong message will probably connect with it deeply.
For me, it wasn’t exactly my cup of tea, but I can see why it stands out. Wild Hare is well-written, imaginative, and unafraid to dig into big, messy topics. If you like your fiction bold, moody, and a little bit surreal, this one’s worth a look.
May 20, 2025
not your usual fantasy
Wild Hare is a blend of fantasy, environmental fiction, and social commentary. The story tackles small-town decay, environmental collapse, and how hard it is to stay hopeful when the world feels like it’s falling apart. It’s got a strong anti-authoritarian streak and makes some sharp points about politics, money, and who really holds the power.
The mix of real-world problems and magical elements feels fresh, and the writing is raw and honest. It’s not a fast-paced book or full of big plot twists. Some parts felt a little heavy on inner thoughts, but the emotional impact and world-building made up for it.
If you like stories that are a little offbeat, with heart and meaning, this one’s worth a read.
Wild Hare is a blend of fantasy, environmental fiction, and social commentary. The story tackles small-town decay, environmental collapse, and how hard it is to stay hopeful when the world feels like it’s falling apart. It’s got a strong anti-authoritarian streak and makes some sharp points about politics, money, and who really holds the power.
The mix of real-world problems and magical elements feels fresh, and the writing is raw and honest. It’s not a fast-paced book or full of big plot twists. Some parts felt a little heavy on inner thoughts, but the emotional impact and world-building made up for it.
If you like stories that are a little offbeat, with heart and meaning, this one’s worth a read.
June 14, 2025
Wild Hare is a politically inspired novel about Bob, a forest spirit/human, who laments the destruction of his world. Most of his friends have moved away since the government became more concerned with greed than with making the world a better place. The community has also devolved, thinking only of themselves and their wealth. Bob and his friends resist the changes while trying not to turn into the very thing he despises.
I highly recommend this book. The parallels with the world today are prevalent. The writing is excellent and I liked the inner struggles of the characters.
I highly recommend this book. The parallels with the world today are prevalent. The writing is excellent and I liked the inner struggles of the characters.
January 1, 2024
He is half fairy and half man who feels life is not going well for him. His friend makes him think about how he has been living his life. Does he need to revalue his life? Get it get better for him? See just how he gets on
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and I want to review
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and I want to review
August 26, 2024
I really loved this book! I felt at home. It’s a wonderful blend of realism with a touch of magic. Nothing is complicated, it’s written in a way that makes you think you know this world, you’ve already been there, you’re part of it.
January 8, 2020
It was sad to read of the destruction of the fires and even sadder to know that Bobby and Sally's still untouched forest probably won't survive for much longer. The author did a really nice job of describing the very special place. The book is an interesting mix of a created but also very relatable world peopled with interesting characters. It made me think of the future that is headed their way--and our way if changes aren't made and soon. Bobby is a flawed half human and he lets that get away from him sometimes. At the same time he is a very good-hearted friend. Definitely someone you would want on your side. I did enjoy his story very much.
I received a free copy of this book from Booksprout in exchange for an honest review on Amazon and Goodreads.
I received a free copy of this book from Booksprout in exchange for an honest review on Amazon and Goodreads.
June 20, 2019
Reviewed For Readers' Favorite by Grant Leishman
Wild Hare was certainly something different in the reading genre from my perspective. Author Laura Koerber has brought us a tale of fairies and other magical creatures but they are far removed from the usual fairies and fae of fantasy novels. These fairies and half-fairies are, it seems, just normal characters trying to survive in a world gone crazy. Like the animals, the fairies have seen their world and their habitat shrink over the generations due to man’s incessant demands on his environment. Consequently, it appears they are indeed a dying breed struggling for survival. Living at a run-down resort out near Bear Lake, Bob gets by on a day-to-day basis with a bit of petty thievery, using his somewhat limited fairy skills and some odd-job work with his best mate Arne. Always wary about the militia who now run the police force, Bob and his friends lament the destruction of their environment and the loss of personal freedoms in their country. It is 2032 and the all-seeing, all-controlling Government has everyone at their mercy but Bob’s not so sure that he and his fairy friends can take much more. Perhaps it is time to strike back.
I really enjoyed Wild Hare, it was something different. I loved the idea of red-neck, southern characters coupled with the abilities of supernatural creatures such as fairies. Bob, was a fascinating character. Outwardly he cared little about the goings-on around him and sought solace in his limited slice of freedom at his cabin, in the forest and by the lake, but deep down a rebellion was stirring inside of him. To me, as a reader, Bob epitomized the concept of the individual who feels he can do nothing on his own to change the system, so why even try. It takes an epiphany of a little, old lady and his best friend’s arrest to get him riled up enough to take action. Bob was complex, yet simple and that’s what I liked the most about him. The opportunity to learn something of the Native American legends and culture was a real bonus in this story. I particularly appreciated this idea that fairies and their ilk revealed themselves to the Native Americans and lived in harmony with them, but understood that wasn’t possible with today’s modern humanity – a definite indictment on our society, of course. Beautifully written with a descriptive focus and limited dialogue the story eloquently tells of the pain and angst as the fairies watch their world being destroyed by man’s greed, seemingly unable to stem the tide. I can highly recommend this book for anyone looking for something just a little bit different.
Wild Hare was certainly something different in the reading genre from my perspective. Author Laura Koerber has brought us a tale of fairies and other magical creatures but they are far removed from the usual fairies and fae of fantasy novels. These fairies and half-fairies are, it seems, just normal characters trying to survive in a world gone crazy. Like the animals, the fairies have seen their world and their habitat shrink over the generations due to man’s incessant demands on his environment. Consequently, it appears they are indeed a dying breed struggling for survival. Living at a run-down resort out near Bear Lake, Bob gets by on a day-to-day basis with a bit of petty thievery, using his somewhat limited fairy skills and some odd-job work with his best mate Arne. Always wary about the militia who now run the police force, Bob and his friends lament the destruction of their environment and the loss of personal freedoms in their country. It is 2032 and the all-seeing, all-controlling Government has everyone at their mercy but Bob’s not so sure that he and his fairy friends can take much more. Perhaps it is time to strike back.
I really enjoyed Wild Hare, it was something different. I loved the idea of red-neck, southern characters coupled with the abilities of supernatural creatures such as fairies. Bob, was a fascinating character. Outwardly he cared little about the goings-on around him and sought solace in his limited slice of freedom at his cabin, in the forest and by the lake, but deep down a rebellion was stirring inside of him. To me, as a reader, Bob epitomized the concept of the individual who feels he can do nothing on his own to change the system, so why even try. It takes an epiphany of a little, old lady and his best friend’s arrest to get him riled up enough to take action. Bob was complex, yet simple and that’s what I liked the most about him. The opportunity to learn something of the Native American legends and culture was a real bonus in this story. I particularly appreciated this idea that fairies and their ilk revealed themselves to the Native Americans and lived in harmony with them, but understood that wasn’t possible with today’s modern humanity – a definite indictment on our society, of course. Beautifully written with a descriptive focus and limited dialogue the story eloquently tells of the pain and angst as the fairies watch their world being destroyed by man’s greed, seemingly unable to stem the tide. I can highly recommend this book for anyone looking for something just a little bit different.
December 17, 2019
The five stars are not from me! They are from K.C. Finn at Readers's Favorites. Here's the review: Wild Hare is a fast paced work of apocalyptic and dystopian fiction penned by author Laura Koerber. Combining such varied concepts as fantasy and magic with climate change and political domination is no mean feat, but the plot of this adventurous tale does just that. The central character is Bobby Fallon, an acerbic petty criminal who happens to be part forest fairy. Attached to the Wild Hare clan and guarding a small patch of turf, Bobby negotiates the problems of the real world as everything slowly turns to chaos around him. Poking fun at the exacerbation of conservatives, Bobby’s daily struggles are leading him to the end of the world, and he knows it.
Author Laura Koerber has created a truly unusual work of fiction, painting a portrait of a more realistic apocalypse that everyone can actually see coming. Charged with in-jokes about the current state of politics in the USA, the themes are gently wound into a humorous and genuinely compelling tale of ordinary people trying to get on with their lives. Despite the disaster around him and some of Bobby’s more questionable actions, it’s clear that he is written with affection, and grows on you as a fashionable anti-hero rebelling against every plot twist that hits him. The atmosphere is well maintained from scene to scene, dwelling in that strange place where you can’t believe that something is true, yet you know it really is. Overall, Wild Hare is masterful in its blend of satire and dystopian adventure, with a magical twist that offsets the reality of the plot beautifully
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Author Laura Koerber has created a truly unusual work of fiction, painting a portrait of a more realistic apocalypse that everyone can actually see coming. Charged with in-jokes about the current state of politics in the USA, the themes are gently wound into a humorous and genuinely compelling tale of ordinary people trying to get on with their lives. Despite the disaster around him and some of Bobby’s more questionable actions, it’s clear that he is written with affection, and grows on you as a fashionable anti-hero rebelling against every plot twist that hits him. The atmosphere is well maintained from scene to scene, dwelling in that strange place where you can’t believe that something is true, yet you know it really is. Overall, Wild Hare is masterful in its blend of satire and dystopian adventure, with a magical twist that offsets the reality of the plot beautifully
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August 9, 2021
****Review****
Good but Disappointing.
The blurb to this story had me all excited but the actual story was a let down. It was a good story line but it didn’t scream at me like the blurb did.
I think this book would be better suited for someone else, I did enjoy parts of it but it kinda fell flat when it came down to it.
Thank you to Netgalley/Laura Koerber/BookBuzz for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Good but Disappointing.
The blurb to this story had me all excited but the actual story was a let down. It was a good story line but it didn’t scream at me like the blurb did.
I think this book would be better suited for someone else, I did enjoy parts of it but it kinda fell flat when it came down to it.
Thank you to Netgalley/Laura Koerber/BookBuzz for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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