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Chris Batts 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. Chris Batts lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Carol WalkerSeptember 11, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
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Deborah WhiteDecember 06, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Sarah BrownSeptember 15, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Mary ClarkSeptember 20, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Ryan CruzFebruary 10, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Mary MitchellMarch 20, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. 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.
Karen RodriguezApril 14, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Andrew RodriguezAugust 02, 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. Not bad at all.
Thomas DiazSeptember 06, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Rebecca SanchezSeptember 18, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
James SmithJuly 28, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Steven LopezSeptember 06, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Nicholas HernandezJune 16, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Christopher HernandezSeptember 01, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Edward FloresFebruary 25, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Rebecca MartinezApril 11, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Richard ReyesMay 19, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Ryan JohnsonJune 04, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Donna ThomasNovember 08, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Daniel WhiteFebruary 18, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Gary TaylorJune 13, 2024
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.
Gary LopezOctober 28, 2025
A very satisfying 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.
Karen GomezNovember 22, 2025
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Rebecca ReyesAugust 16, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kenneth LewisJanuary 14, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Stephanie FloresJuly 28, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Sharon MillerMay 25, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
John MillerJune 01, 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.
Brian MooreAugust 22, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
William SmithSeptember 27, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Matthew HernandezJuly 08, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Nancy AndersonMarch 05, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Carol LewisNovember 07, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Sarah EdwardsAugust 12, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nicholas MillerOctober 29, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Robert GonzalezMarch 26, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Mary HarrisJuly 28, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Emily SmithJune 30, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Margaret AndersonMay 28, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
William LewisNovember 22, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. 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.
Donna YoungMay 19, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
James CruzJanuary 30, 2025
It was okay. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Edward GreenApril 19, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Sharon ThompsonJanuary 07, 2025
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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Charles MillerJune 20, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Daniel WhiteOctober 17, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kenneth EdwardsMarch 11, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Daniel JacksonJune 13, 2025
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.
David HillFebruary 25, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Charles MartinJune 17, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Stephanie GomezOctober 29, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Kimberly KingOctober 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
John CampbellDecember 03, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Linda MartinJune 18, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Emily PhillipsApril 19, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Joshua WhiteOctober 11, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Rebecca CampbellJune 04, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Christopher RobertsAugust 23, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Karen ParkerNovember 06, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Lisa GreenSeptember 18, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Donna RobinsonJune 03, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Emily RobinsonFebruary 19, 2025
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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Anthony TaylorJanuary 05, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Laura AndersonJune 18, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Kimberly KingOctober 01, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Susan CollinsMarch 31, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
James CruzJuly 04, 2024
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.
David HernandezAugust 01, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Steven LopezFebruary 08, 2024
It was just alright. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Just right down the middle.
Carol PhillipsMarch 13, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Joshua ReyesJanuary 02, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Susan DiazJune 22, 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.
Charles DavisOctober 04, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Jennifer CarterMarch 01, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Worth the time and money.
Nancy TurnerMarch 29, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. 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.
Paul SanchezApril 28, 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. Still a good book.
Emily AdamsJuly 21, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Laura CampbellMay 13, 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.
Sarah EdwardsJuly 06, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Margaret RamirezNovember 21, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
John GonzalezNovember 17, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Christopher WilliamsJuly 15, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. 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.
Eric SmithDecember 06, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Karen WalkerMarch 25, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kimberly KingOctober 04, 2025
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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Rebecca MartinezOctober 16, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
William SanchezNovember 12, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Robert EdwardsJuly 11, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Ryan KingMarch 08, 2025
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.
William SmithDecember 30, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Gary WilliamsMay 29, 2024
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Still a good book.
Michael WilsonOctober 29, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Eric SmithSeptember 28, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Elizabeth LopezSeptember 19, 2025
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. Glad I picked this up.
Daniel ReyesOctober 22, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Linda NguyenFebruary 25, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Elizabeth SmithApril 03, 2025
An average read for me. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Sharon ThompsonJune 28, 2025
A very satisfying read. 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.
Betty NguyenJanuary 19, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Edward PhillipsJune 10, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Patricia AdamsOctober 23, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. 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 LewisFebruary 27, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Michael TaylorSeptember 19, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Edward RiveraDecember 07, 2025
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.
Jessica MartinezDecember 15, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Rebecca ReyesMay 02, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Christopher MartinOctober 15, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Susan LopezSeptember 05, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sharon GarciaApril 13, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Matthew DavisFebruary 11, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Nicholas AllenApril 20, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Nicholas AllenAugust 30, 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. Glad I picked this up.
John WalkerNovember 13, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Stephanie HernandezJune 19, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kevin NelsonAugust 22, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Matthew HernandezJuly 25, 2025
An average read for me. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. A generous 3 stars.
Donald CarterMarch 10, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Sharon ThompsonNovember 12, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
William LewisSeptember 14, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Emily RobertsOctober 03, 2024
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 LewisFebruary 17, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Karen TurnerApril 28, 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.
Stephanie WrightDecember 27, 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. Worth the time and money.
James CruzJune 27, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Joshua WhiteFebruary 12, 2025
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.
Ashley EvansFebruary 23, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Kevin WalkerAugust 11, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Deborah CollinsDecember 09, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Joseph AndersonAugust 25, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Kimberly RodriguezAugust 30, 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. Worth the time and money.
Thomas JacksonMarch 20, 2024
A very satisfying 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.
Michelle MartinezSeptember 28, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Mark MartinezApril 06, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Emily EdwardsJuly 20, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Sharon DiazApril 29, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Barbara RamirezJanuary 05, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Carol LewisSeptember 01, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. 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.
Nicholas WilsonApril 02, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Edward PhillipsJanuary 18, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Gary WhiteApril 20, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Ryan MartinezDecember 05, 2025
An average read for me. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Kimberly ThomasJune 29, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Elizabeth HarrisDecember 18, 2025
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Mary WalkerJuly 06, 2025
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Kimberly HarrisJanuary 29, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
David RiveraSeptember 01, 2025
An average read for me. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Lisa AdamsJuly 03, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Elizabeth RodriguezMarch 07, 2024
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.
Kimberly LopezApril 28, 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.
