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Stan Berenstain is a writer and avid reader based in the Pacific Northwest. Before pursuing writing full-time, they spent over a decade working in education. When not working on their next book, Stan Berenstain can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Rebecca GonzalezJanuary 09, 2025
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.
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Sharon MartinezMay 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. Worth the time and money.
George EdwardsDecember 23, 2025
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.
Linda JacksonJuly 11, 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.
Margaret BrownFebruary 13, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Michael LopezJuly 20, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
George AndersonApril 09, 2025
It was okay. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
James MitchellNovember 12, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
William PerezJanuary 30, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Jessica HarrisJanuary 05, 2024
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. Glad I picked this up.
Joshua WrightOctober 27, 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. Worth the time and money.
Matthew PhillipsSeptember 22, 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. Worth the time and money.
Charles BrownJuly 01, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Elizabeth PerezApril 18, 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. Still a good book.
Sandra JacksonOctober 20, 2025
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.
Jacob YoungOctober 04, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Elizabeth PerezMarch 18, 2024
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.
Ashley RodriguezApril 19, 2025
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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Robert PerezMarch 21, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
David ThompsonFebruary 26, 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.
George KingOctober 29, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Edward MitchellJanuary 20, 2024
Such a great read. 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.
Barbara WilliamsNovember 21, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Joseph WhiteDecember 29, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Mary TorresJune 21, 2025
It was just alright. 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.
Joshua ClarkFebruary 14, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Matthew MillerJanuary 07, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Jacob LopezAugust 22, 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.
Emily HarrisJune 20, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Patricia TorresAugust 25, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Thomas JonesDecember 24, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Lisa RamirezApril 11, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Michelle JacksonAugust 17, 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.
Betty LewisOctober 18, 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.
William SmithJuly 19, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Anthony LewisJuly 05, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Christopher GomezJanuary 23, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Joshua RiveraAugust 23, 2024
Such a great read. 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.
Gary WrightJanuary 22, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Cynthia HallMay 09, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sandra MitchellApril 11, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Matthew DiazApril 17, 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.
Linda SmithOctober 29, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Kevin SanchezNovember 09, 2024
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Richard NguyenMay 11, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Jacob BrownJuly 07, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Emily LewisMarch 08, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Daniel RodriguezJuly 02, 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.
Anthony LewisJuly 04, 2025
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.
Stephanie GreenNovember 30, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Michael PerezApril 03, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Michael ReyesApril 05, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Kenneth JonesJune 23, 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. Worth the time and money.
Richard KingAugust 24, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Matthew DiazJanuary 28, 2024
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.
Nancy GarciaSeptember 06, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donna WalkerJuly 04, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Deborah KingFebruary 04, 2024
Such a great read. 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.
Charles MartinMarch 02, 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.
Daniel WilsonMay 30, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sandra EdwardsFebruary 19, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Matthew SmithFebruary 01, 2024
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Brian WrightJuly 07, 2025
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.
Christopher EdwardsOctober 26, 2024
It was just alright. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Deborah EdwardsNovember 29, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Brian CruzSeptember 22, 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. Worth the time and money.
Kevin SanchezOctober 28, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Patricia ThomasApril 25, 2025
A very satisfying read. 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.
Sarah PerezFebruary 21, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Susan MartinezJuly 26, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Jacob LopezAugust 21, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Jacob JohnsonMarch 22, 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.
Jessica LewisAugust 16, 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.
Ashley AdamsJanuary 23, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
David HernandezAugust 28, 2025
A solid read. 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.
Charles MartinJune 12, 2024
It was okay. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Kimberly SanchezFebruary 13, 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.
Lisa WrightMarch 26, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Dorothy EvansFebruary 01, 2025
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. Still a good book.
Cynthia JohnsonApril 02, 2025
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.
Paul LopezSeptember 07, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Michelle RodriguezNovember 06, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Donna MillerApril 19, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Jacob LopezApril 01, 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.
Melissa GreenJuly 25, 2024
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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Matthew SmithDecember 25, 2024
Such a great 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.
Karen HernandezSeptember 03, 2024
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.
Kimberly WalkerMay 06, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joseph TaylorAugust 20, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Mary GarciaSeptember 02, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Melissa HarrisJune 12, 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.
Stephanie EdwardsMay 03, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
John LeeMarch 09, 2024
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Edward ThompsonApril 14, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Michael PerezMarch 07, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Robert CarterJanuary 30, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Kenneth CarterFebruary 03, 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.
Kevin ClarkJune 10, 2024
A very satisfying read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Anthony LewisOctober 11, 2025
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.
Richard JacksonSeptember 24, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Ashley MartinezJanuary 06, 2025
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Margaret WilliamsMay 17, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Betty ThompsonNovember 22, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Paul GonzalezNovember 30, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. 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.
Karen HernandezOctober 17, 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. Not bad at all.
Edward ThompsonMarch 05, 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. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Donna BakerSeptember 13, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Daniel BakerAugust 24, 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.
Edward TorresAugust 26, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Melissa GreenOctober 13, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. 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.
Jennifer FloresApril 22, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Kimberly RamirezMay 26, 2024
A very satisfying read. 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.
Steven WilsonSeptember 08, 2024
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.
Cynthia RiveraJune 24, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Richard CampbellJanuary 09, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Sandra DavisMay 26, 2024
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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Amanda EdwardsFebruary 18, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Jacob YoungMarch 18, 2025
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.
Daniel BakerJuly 28, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Steven AndersonSeptember 09, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Matthew DiazFebruary 28, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Jacob YoungOctober 29, 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.
Nancy ReyesFebruary 07, 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.
Matthew WalkerAugust 07, 2024
It was just alright. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Daniel NguyenSeptember 22, 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. Still a good book.
Daniel NguyenJune 30, 2025
It was okay. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Gary TaylorNovember 06, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Jacob LopezJune 12, 2024
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.
Brian CruzNovember 21, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Carol RodriguezApril 27, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Charles HallOctober 23, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Emily TurnerSeptember 20, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Emily LewisMay 11, 2025
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.
Kimberly CarterSeptember 22, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Lisa WrightJanuary 08, 2024
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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joshua ClarkNovember 30, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Betty AllenJune 25, 2024
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.
Barbara WilliamsFebruary 11, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Jennifer WhiteAugust 15, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sandra EdwardsOctober 07, 2025
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.
George DavisOctober 01, 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.
Nicholas TorresApril 15, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Matthew ParkerSeptember 06, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Charles MartinMarch 15, 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.
Charles FloresJuly 01, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Rebecca TurnerMarch 03, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Daniel RodriguezSeptember 04, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Margaret ThompsonJanuary 08, 2025
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Elizabeth MartinJuly 08, 2025
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.