There’s something about Wednesdays. It’s the middle of the week where life starts catching up with us — work, stress, responsibilities, and everything in between. So first, I hope everyone is doing good, taking care of themselves, and finding little moments of peace this week. One thing that always helps me slow down and reflect […]
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For this stop on my 50 States Reading Journey, I picked South Carolina—and what better book to represent it than The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd. This one has been sitting on my list for a long time, and I finally got around to it… and I’m glad I did. I’m giving
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There’s something special about reading a story that reminds you what resilience truly looks like, and that’s exactly how I felt after finishing Jordan Chiles’ book. From the very first chapter, I was pulled into her journey—learning about her childhood, the many challenges she faced, and the mental and emotional hurdles she had to overcome.
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Hey readers! The 52 Books in 52 Weeks with Cece Book Challenge is officially in full swing, and I’m loving every moment of this reading journey. One of my goals this year was to read more intentionally and build a community around books, and it’s been amazing seeing so many people reading along. We started
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Hey readers 💛 If you’ve been rocking with me on this 52-book journey, you already know I love a good twist — and His & Hers delivered just that. I recently watched the movie adaptation of His & Hers, and whew… the suspense had me hooked. The storyline pulled me in with its layered characters,
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Happy Wednesday! It’s midweek, which means it’s time for Cece’s Book Review ✨ This week we’re talking about The Heir Apparent — and I’m giving it a 3 out of 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐. If you love royal gossip, layered family drama, and elegant storytelling, this one has your name written all over it. It’s been
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I recently had the pleasure of diving into P.S. I Hate You by Lauren Connolly, and let me just say—this book took me on an emotional rollercoaster in the best possible way. It’s one of those stories that lingers with you long after the last page. At its heart, the novel follows a woman grieving
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This month, I’m thrilled to spotlight and support some of the incredible people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting—especially those who’ve penned books that I’ve absolutely loved. As a true bookworm, I can’t help but dive into the stories and journeys these authors have shared, and I’m excited to introduce you to one that’s particularly
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Blog Written by Cece Hymes Hello, book lovers! I’m thrilled to share my thoughts on Bitter and Sweet by Rhonda McKnight. This is the second book I’ve read by this author, and I was so excited to dive into it, especially after attending her book signing. Let me tell you, it did not disappoint! The story centers
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