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BullyingK2b LibraryKids Difficult IssuesSocial SciencesSocial Emotional LearningPsychologyPicture Book
J.S. Jackson 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. J.S. Jackson lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.
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.
George ThomasDecember 05, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
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Stephanie TorresJuly 02, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Nancy DiazNovember 05, 2024
It was just alright. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. A generous 3 stars.
Carol MooreNovember 23, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
William WalkerFebruary 10, 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.
Brian AndersonNovember 21, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Carol WalkerDecember 18, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Daniel CampbellMay 15, 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. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Paul CruzJune 02, 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.
Charles RodriguezJanuary 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Kenneth NguyenAugust 19, 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.
Barbara GreenApril 05, 2025
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Charles DiazNovember 18, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Daniel LopezJuly 31, 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.
Ashley YoungMay 14, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Amanda TurnerMay 07, 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.
Kevin MartinezNovember 24, 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.
George ThomasJuly 31, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Cynthia GreenJune 20, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Andrew JonesMarch 12, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Jacob CarterApril 08, 2024
A very satisfying read. 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.
Margaret CruzOctober 07, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Richard CruzFebruary 15, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Jennifer DiazMay 31, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Just right down the middle.
Patricia PhillipsMarch 31, 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.
Michael CampbellApril 28, 2025
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.
Sarah RamirezFebruary 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.
Michael AdamsMay 23, 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.
Edward HernandezMarch 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.
John KingNovember 21, 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. Worth the time and money.
Charles EdwardsNovember 04, 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.
William MitchellApril 02, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Michelle ScottAugust 30, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Michael GarciaDecember 18, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Amanda TurnerOctober 09, 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. A solid 4 stars from me.
Donald EvansJune 07, 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.
Kimberly MartinApril 11, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Emily JacksonMay 06, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Donna BakerDecember 17, 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.
Michelle ScottMarch 23, 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.
Patricia RiveraNovember 16, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Kevin TaylorAugust 20, 2025
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.
Cynthia AllenMay 02, 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.
Kenneth NguyenAugust 29, 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.
Brian TurnerJuly 09, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Christopher DiazNovember 15, 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.
Melissa BakerApril 04, 2025
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 TurnerMay 20, 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.
Thomas RobertsJuly 09, 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. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Margaret CruzOctober 28, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Jacob RamirezFebruary 26, 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.
Robert LewisDecember 29, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Robert ThompsonJanuary 08, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Kimberly MartinJune 01, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Elizabeth WrightJune 07, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Robert LeeApril 16, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Stephanie RiveraJanuary 12, 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.
Linda JacksonFebruary 07, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Karen YoungJanuary 16, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Eric AndersonSeptember 20, 2025
Such a great read. 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 RodriguezJanuary 18, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Deborah RodriguezOctober 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.
Patricia WilliamsSeptember 27, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Sarah EvansOctober 28, 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.
Linda JacksonAugust 20, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
William AllenJanuary 22, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Mark MitchellJune 28, 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. Will be looking for more from this author.
Jessica TorresFebruary 20, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Melissa ParkerMarch 29, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
William WrightMay 18, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Emily JacksonJanuary 20, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Joshua KingFebruary 15, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
George CampbellMarch 18, 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.
Karen CampbellDecember 15, 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.
Lisa MartinNovember 14, 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.
Carol JacksonApril 23, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Edward AllenDecember 08, 2024
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.
Karen HernandezAugust 27, 2025
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Christopher TaylorDecember 16, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Daniel ThomasOctober 01, 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.
Kenneth KingMarch 14, 2024
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Donna GomezDecember 17, 2024
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Jessica RobinsonDecember 14, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sharon GarciaOctober 19, 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.
Jessica MooreApril 04, 2024
It was just alright. 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.
Thomas LopezOctober 18, 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.
Cynthia ThomasFebruary 25, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Donna GomezApril 14, 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.
Richard MartinDecember 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Ashley SanchezDecember 07, 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 WalkerFebruary 25, 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. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Matthew CarterAugust 19, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Kimberly GonzalezMay 02, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
William JonesNovember 06, 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.
Anthony MitchellJuly 17, 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. Worth the time and money.
Amanda TurnerFebruary 17, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Ryan SmithAugust 22, 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.
Thomas GreenSeptember 20, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Lisa CruzDecember 16, 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.
Mary ThomasJanuary 08, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
William MitchellFebruary 21, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. 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.
Jacob DiazApril 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.
Michael DiazAugust 27, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Deborah CampbellJuly 20, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Kimberly HillDecember 25, 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.
Christopher ParkerJune 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
William NguyenMarch 13, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Margaret RobertsJanuary 26, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Sarah GomezFebruary 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Betty NguyenDecember 19, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Carol RiveraJuly 05, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Emily WhiteAugust 30, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Sarah BakerJuly 28, 2024
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.
Steven ReyesApril 17, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Sharon PerezFebruary 04, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Eric FloresSeptember 28, 2024
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.
Steven SmithMay 27, 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.
Andrew PerezJune 07, 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.
Thomas GreenApril 07, 2024
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.
Deborah BrownAugust 05, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Michelle TaylorJune 21, 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.
Michelle GreenOctober 19, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Joshua CruzMay 19, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Thomas RodriguezNovember 15, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Kevin SmithFebruary 20, 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.
Nancy SanchezNovember 09, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Mary HarrisMarch 09, 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
William TaylorJanuary 29, 2024
An average read for me. 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.
Rebecca AllenSeptember 18, 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. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sandra CampbellMarch 13, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Patricia ScottAugust 07, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Kimberly GonzalezJune 29, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Melissa PerezJune 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. Would probably read it again at some point.
Emily BakerMay 29, 2024
It was okay. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. A generous 3 stars.
Patricia PhillipsApril 11, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Jennifer DiazSeptember 06, 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. Still a good book.
Deborah LewisDecember 02, 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.
Betty NguyenAugust 05, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Kimberly WalkerMarch 10, 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. Enjoyable weekend read.
Linda JacksonMarch 09, 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. Glad I picked this up.
Joseph RodriguezMay 19, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Thomas FloresJune 25, 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.
Kimberly MartinAugust 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. Still a good book.
Lisa MartinApril 15, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Linda JohnsonFebruary 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.
Dorothy LewisOctober 27, 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.
William WalkerFebruary 24, 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.
Steven WalkerAugust 28, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Sarah TurnerOctober 17, 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.
