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David Welky writes contemporary fiction and has always been fascinated by character-driven stories. They hold a degree in English Literature and previously worked as an editor before transitioning to writing their own books. David Welky lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.
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I have mixed feelings about this one. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
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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.
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Donna ScottOctober 09, 2024
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Nancy AllenJune 03, 2025
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.
Richard GomezAugust 17, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. 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.
Betty LopezNovember 02, 2024
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.
Ryan WilsonJanuary 07, 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.
Kevin ClarkOctober 12, 2024
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.
Betty BrownFebruary 13, 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.
Paul FloresNovember 16, 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.
Gary JohnsonMay 02, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Kimberly WhiteDecember 23, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Nicholas MitchellFebruary 16, 2025
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.
Patricia BakerSeptember 17, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Rebecca HillFebruary 17, 2025
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.
John WilliamsMarch 15, 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. Not bad at all.
Rebecca SmithNovember 26, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. 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.
Thomas CarterApril 28, 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.
Thomas CruzOctober 23, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
David PerezMay 20, 2025
A very satisfying read. 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.
William JohnsonNovember 02, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. 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.
Anthony NguyenJanuary 09, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Emily GarciaSeptember 30, 2025
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George TorresSeptember 02, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Daniel GomezMay 18, 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.
Ryan TurnerMarch 12, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Paul CollinsApril 03, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Ryan WilsonMarch 08, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. 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.
Mary HarrisAugust 25, 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.
Melissa RiveraMarch 09, 2025
A very satisfying read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
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Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Karen RodriguezDecember 27, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Paul CollinsJune 08, 2025
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.
Linda GarciaJanuary 26, 2024
Such a great read. 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.
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Nancy ReyesOctober 17, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Jessica JohnsonOctober 22, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Stephanie DavisOctober 14, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
William JohnsonMarch 19, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Betty RodriguezAugust 22, 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.
Melissa AndersonFebruary 01, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Jessica RodriguezOctober 14, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Steven ParkerJanuary 13, 2024
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.
Rebecca TaylorNovember 04, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Jessica RodriguezMarch 11, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Carol EvansOctober 02, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Kimberly BrownFebruary 01, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Deborah ClarkJanuary 04, 2025
Pretty good overall. 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.
Nancy KingJune 02, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Daniel JacksonApril 04, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Nicholas TaylorJuly 19, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Lisa GomezMay 02, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Betty RodriguezSeptember 30, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Kevin WhiteJanuary 28, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Thomas GarciaAugust 01, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Mary NelsonFebruary 22, 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. Still a good book.
Sandra LewisMay 06, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
John ParkerJuly 04, 2025
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.