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Ian A.L. Getty 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. Ian A.L. Getty lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.
Such a great 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.
Elizabeth MartinezJune 06, 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.
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Kimberly JohnsonFebruary 12, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. 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.
Matthew ThompsonJanuary 18, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Karen HernandezFebruary 03, 2025
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.
Stephanie HallFebruary 13, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Michael WrightJune 04, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Jessica RamirezAugust 12, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Cynthia LopezDecember 15, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Karen LeeNovember 13, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Barbara RiveraMay 08, 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.
Lisa GomezJune 07, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Joshua LopezNovember 26, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Michelle BakerMay 18, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Donna LeeJanuary 29, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Sarah ClarkAugust 13, 2025
It was okay. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Michael GomezJuly 31, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Gary ParkerMay 27, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Linda ScottFebruary 14, 2024
Such a great 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.
Barbara WilsonApril 03, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Robert JohnsonSeptember 19, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Melissa LewisApril 14, 2024
It was okay. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Sarah HernandezMay 05, 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. Worth the time and money.
Michael GomezSeptember 18, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Matthew ThompsonOctober 29, 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.
John AdamsMarch 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Jessica JohnsonJanuary 25, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Margaret CampbellMay 27, 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.
Patricia CollinsSeptember 27, 2025
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Donald ThomasNovember 14, 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.
Michael ThompsonNovember 27, 2025
It was okay. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Kimberly JohnsonJune 20, 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.
Charles EdwardsOctober 07, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Deborah HarrisFebruary 17, 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.
William WilsonApril 04, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Rebecca FloresJuly 13, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Joseph RamirezJanuary 02, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Paul ThompsonAugust 09, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Karen DavisFebruary 01, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Margaret RodriguezMarch 29, 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.
Betty MooreMay 28, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Eric GomezSeptember 10, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
George AndersonMay 03, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Eric GomezAugust 28, 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.
Sharon MillerMay 06, 2024
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.
Jennifer CampbellJuly 29, 2024
Such a great 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.
Margaret TaylorApril 28, 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. Worth the time and money.
Charles EdwardsAugust 07, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Steven JacksonOctober 11, 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.
Anthony GomezMay 28, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Jessica JohnsonApril 16, 2024
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.
Jennifer CruzFebruary 11, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Laura RobinsonSeptember 10, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Michael HallSeptember 13, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Margaret CruzMay 26, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Laura TorresAugust 02, 2025
A very satisfying read. 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.
Linda ScottJuly 16, 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. Worth the time and money.
John HernandezApril 10, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Margaret GomezDecember 28, 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.
Kenneth AllenAugust 08, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Donald HarrisJuly 16, 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.
Sharon LeeMarch 21, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Lisa AllenJanuary 26, 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.
Andrew NelsonMay 17, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
George MitchellJuly 08, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Lisa ThomasOctober 07, 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.
David WilliamsNovember 22, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Jennifer WilsonSeptember 24, 2025
Such a great 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 CollinsSeptember 19, 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.
Deborah HernandezJuly 08, 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.
Richard YoungJanuary 08, 2024
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.
Gary NelsonApril 16, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Barbara GarciaNovember 06, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Anthony ScottNovember 15, 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.
Kimberly JohnsonOctober 19, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Kimberly WilsonApril 12, 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.
Joshua GreenFebruary 15, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Joshua LopezJanuary 17, 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.
Daniel GarciaOctober 07, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Deborah WilliamsJune 21, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Kenneth ClarkAugust 12, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Dorothy ReyesSeptember 06, 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.
Linda ScottJuly 09, 2024
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.
Daniel LopezNovember 12, 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.
Melissa PhillipsMarch 28, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Elizabeth DiazMarch 12, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
George CarterJuly 25, 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.
James WrightJuly 22, 2025
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.
Matthew EdwardsJanuary 30, 2024
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.
James MartinezOctober 07, 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. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Kenneth MooreAugust 30, 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.
Laura AdamsOctober 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. Worth the time and money.
Patricia AndersonFebruary 14, 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.
Melissa TorresDecember 29, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Sarah WilliamsDecember 30, 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.
Margaret MitchellApril 18, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nancy YoungJanuary 08, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sharon CampbellJune 16, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Edward HallOctober 29, 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.
Paul ThompsonApril 28, 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.
Susan ThompsonApril 29, 2025
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.
James LeeMay 06, 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.
Joseph JonesFebruary 11, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Matthew EdwardsOctober 02, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Kimberly EdwardsDecember 11, 2024
A very satisfying 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.
Carol MartinezMay 05, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Nicholas HillMay 21, 2024
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.
Margaret MitchellAugust 14, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Ryan MitchellSeptember 11, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
David TaylorApril 30, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. 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.
Joseph AndersonJune 16, 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.
Eric GomezJanuary 22, 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. Worth the time and money.
Richard DavisNovember 04, 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.
Richard NguyenSeptember 18, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Laura LopezMarch 15, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Patricia ClarkJuly 03, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Daniel RiveraFebruary 27, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Andrew NelsonApril 11, 2025
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.
Andrew AdamsMay 11, 2024
It was just alright. 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.
Thomas MartinMarch 25, 2025
An average read for me. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. A generous 3 stars.
Joshua LopezFebruary 06, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. A generous 3 stars.
Susan WrightApril 20, 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. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Jacob WrightApril 27, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Daniel MooreMarch 17, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
David MartinJuly 29, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Laura AdamsAugust 11, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donna HernandezFebruary 29, 2024
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Just right down the middle.
Rebecca AdamsJune 03, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Edward MartinMarch 12, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Nancy YoungMarch 25, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
William WilsonJanuary 01, 2025
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.
Karen HernandezJuly 31, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. A generous 3 stars.
Nicholas HernandezAugust 26, 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.
Barbara WrightMarch 31, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Patricia TorresDecember 18, 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.
Richard DavisJanuary 28, 2024
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.
Stephanie BakerNovember 16, 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. Worth the time and money.
Kenneth YoungOctober 09, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Ashley FloresMay 01, 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.
Christopher JonesMarch 10, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
David MartinJuly 12, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Eric PhillipsNovember 23, 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.
Brian ScottSeptember 02, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Lisa TaylorJune 09, 2024
It was just alright. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Just right down the middle.
Betty PhillipsNovember 20, 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.
Barbara WrightJanuary 13, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. 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.
Carol CruzFebruary 04, 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.
Richard HarrisSeptember 01, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Karen ReyesJune 19, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Sarah HernandezJanuary 06, 2025
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.
