Sakshi's Bookshelf

  Book: Electric Summer  Author: Jedi Christensen  My Thoughts: From the very first chapter, Electric Summer pulls you in with warmth, humor, and heart only to rip the ground out from under you. Jedi Christensen delivers a sci-fi mystery that feels both futuristic and painfully relatable, centered on friendship, loss, and the cost of chasing dreams in a world built on spectacle. Nick, Judy, and Scott feel like real people you might know. Their shared plans make the early chapters feel light and optimistic, which makes the sudden tragedy all the more devastating. The emotional fallout is handled with care, allowing grief to unfold naturally instead of rushing it for plot convenience. The setting of Future World is imaginative and fun on the surface, but it slowly reveals itself as something colder and more unsettling. Bright lights, smiling mascots, and endless entertainment create a perfect backdrop for a mystery where the truth is actively buried. The investigation unfol...

Book: Rose's Thorn: A Joe Erickson Mystery Author: Lynn-Steven Johanson What stands out most in this book is its emotional honesty. The author does not hide the impact that trauma and stress have on Joe Erickson and his work. Joe’s instincts and experience play an important role as the case becomes more intense. His unorthodox methods add unpredictability and tension to the investigation. The plot develops steadily, allowing suspense to build naturally. Each revelation feels meaningful and well placed within the story. This is a thoughtful and serious crime novel. It is dark, emotional, and deeply engaging. Rating: 5/5⭐  

  Book: Scalawag's Rugrats! Author: Crash Le Comique  Scalawag’s Rugrats is a charming and heartfelt children’s story that reimagines the life of a once-notorious pirate cat who discovers that his greatest adventure lies not in treasure hunting, but in fatherhood. Scalawag, now a devoted dad, brings his larger-than-life swagger into family life, hoping to teach his sons courage, confidence, and a strong sense of justice. His playful desire to raise boys who stand up against injustice like Mick Jagger adds a fun, modern twist that will amuse adult readers while delighting young ones. Equally compelling is the gentle presence of Princess Anna Dora, whose warmth and compassion beautifully balance Scalawag’s bold spirit. Together, they create a loving home where values are taught not through lectures, but through everyday actions and affection. The story shines in its quieter moments, especially Scalawag’s nightly habit of giving thanks before bed a simple yet powerful ritual that...

  Book: Santa's Audit Author: Crash Le Comique  Rating: 5/5 Santa’s Audit is a thoughtful holiday tale. At first glance, it reads like a playful Christmas story, but beneath the festive surface lies a deeper message about fairness, compassion, and the emotional world of children. The story centers on an unexpected twist: the Federal Bureau of Gift Management discovers errors in Santa’s gift-giving system. This bureaucratic invention immediately adds humor and originality to the narrative, transforming the familiar myth of Santa Claus into something fresh and contemporary. The Bureau’s investigation reveals a troubling pattern. Some children who go to bed full of hope, having left out cookies, wake up on Christmas morning without a gift.  The emotional impact of this moment is portrayed with sensitivity, capturing how deeply such disappointment can affect a child’s heart. Rather than reinforcing judgment, the Bureau challenges the system itself, arguing that more children ...