Art lovers and bug lovers unite and visit Imaginari in NYC on Hudson ST. For the next 12 months, this exhibit ties together science, art and storytelling in this unique exhibit.
Imaginari
Murder At La Villette
Cara Black’s latest novel places protagonist Aimee Leduc front and center. After she witnesses Melac, her daughter’s father, being stabbed to death, the killer slips the murder weapon into her hand after assaulting her. Thus when the policemen find her, she is accused of Melac’s murder. Aimee goes into hiding to prove her innocence and find the murderer, convinced it is la Balafre, a serial killer, who has been on the loose for years, leaving eight victims in his wake. Can Aimee find him before she becomes his next victim? Cara Black is a master at the mystery novel…
New digital SAT Test
March 2024 was the first digital SAT exam. What were the results? Internationally, the average SAT score was 1176 out of a 1600 perfect score. To help level the playing field, College Board connected with non-profit Khan Academy to offer free test prep. Some experts say the new test is easier. Read a comprehensive review of someone who took the digital exam to get a thorough breakdown of the new test. If you are taking the SAT test soon, good luck!
The Good, the Bad and the Aunties
According to the author Jesse Sutano, this is the last novel in the Aunties series. I enjoyed all three titles; they provide a humorous window into the workings of Asian- American families. Meddy is traveling to Jakarta, Indonesia, with her newlywed husband Nathan, her mother and her three aunties to celebrate Chinese New Year with their extended family. But when Second Aunt reunites with an old flame, all hell breaks loose, as they find themselves mixed up with three ruthless, possibly mafia business rivals. They must find a land deed and rescue Second Aunt when she is kidnapped. A lighthearted look at the sometimes darker side of business dealings, with matters of the heart thrown in.
The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder
When Freya receives a phone call from her Aunt Carole, she is horrified to learn that her mentor in antique hunting, Arthur Crockleford, is dead due to questionable circumstances. Since her aunt Carole had taken her in after Freya’s parents had died. she feels a responsibility to help her find out the truth about Arthur’s death. Shortly after, they are handed a letter written by Arthur from a local tea shop owner, insinuating that foul play was involved in his death, and containing clues for them to track. This is C.L. Miller’s first novel and I found it very enjoyable, with believable sinister characters and clever sleuths. It looks to be the first in a series, and I look forward to the next novel…
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