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Jul 21, 2022

Bernard Leo Remakus- The Paraclete

Genre: Psychological Thriller 5 Stars Thrilling What a chilling story in The Paraclete by Bernard Leo Remakus. I wasn't sure what the meaning of the word, Paraclete meant, so I looked it up. It means, "the Holy Spirit as advocate or counselor." And once I knew what that meant, as I am not familiar with all the ins and outs of the Catholic church, only by reputation, I sat back and read this chilling story. This story tells about the Catholic church, their running, and the ran

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Jul 20, 2022

Paityn E. Parque- Madness

Genre: Science Fiction/ Dystopian YA 4 Stars Death is only the beginning! What an interesting premise in a thrilling story in Madness by Paityn E. Parque. This is the first book of Parque's that I've read. Ezra is a very interesting character, so much that she is killed, and finds herself in a world that is beyond her own world, not even Hell could compare. This author has a great imagination and I'm glad it's being shared with stories. The story brings in the believable, eve

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Jul 19, 2022

Marlisa Kriscott- Aaron After School

Genre: Christian contemporary romance 4 Stars Enjoyed this story! What a wonderfully told romantic story in Aaron After School by Malrisa Kriscott. This author brings the story to life. The characters had a lot of depth, and were very realistic. The reader is introduced to a widower, Aaron, who is deeply guarding his heart. Aaron's colleague, another teacher, Jill likes, really likes, Aaron, but she has settled for being just his friend. It's a clean, cozy romance with the th

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Bill Greene- The Parasitic Role of Elites

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Jul 15, 2022

Bill Greene- The Parasitic Role of Elites

Genre: Nonfiction/history/politics/economics 5 Stars The history of history! What a remarkable and intriguing title in The Parasitic Role of Elites by Bill Greene. I haven't read work from this author before, and I enjoyed this title. It's interesting how this author's mind works, and how he examines the history of nations, some surviving while looking into other's demise. This book gives a lot of information about economics, prospering, and failing nations. There is a lot o

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Jul 15, 2022

Lee Matthew Goldberg- Immoral Origins

Genre: Suspense/Thriller 5 Stars Brilliantly chilling What a superb story in Immoral Origins by Lee Matthew Goldberg. I am a definite fan of this author! Whatever this author writes, I want to read. The characters had a lot of depth, and were very realistic. This is the first book in The Desire Card series. It is definitely a heart-pounding, whats-going-to-happen-next thriller. Here we are, 1978 NYC, more precise, Hell's Kitchen. The reader is introduced to Jake, and he is a

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William J. Craig- All Along the Watchtower: Murder at Fort Devens

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Jul 14, 2022

William J. Craig- All Along the Watchtower: Murder at Fort Devens

Genre: True Crime/Murder 3 Stars Interestingly written True Crime Tale Craig writes about the Murder at Fort Devens in All Along the Watchtower: Murder at Fort Devens. I am a fan of true crime stories. This is the first book written by this author that I've read. The story of Elaine Tyree, a soldier at Fort Devens and how her husband hired another Green Beret, to kill her. This book was written very well. It's a good book, and it tells the story of a murdered woman. There are

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Jul 13, 2022

Alice Walker- The Color Purple

Genre: Black & African American Historical Fiction/LGBTQ 5 Stars Brilliant What a brilliant story in The Color Purple by Alice Walker. It is remarkable as the first time i read it. It's a diary of Celie, who writes to God. It's the 20's and 30's (in the previous century) and the story tells of the horror of men having sex with their daughters. The majority of the characters are African-American, and I believe that should be mentioned, because the story revolves around their c

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Jul 12, 2022

Rod Glenn- No Chance In Hell

Genre: Horror/Sinister 5 Stars Very intense and raw! A thrilling (and chilling) read! What a terrifying and magnificently chilling story in No Chance In Hell by Rod Glenn. It's not just about war. It's not just about defending; it's about surviving the enemy of monsters ... damned Devils. Major Guthrie is on a secret mission, black ops to be exact with his team over seven soldiers, and this is unlike anything they've ever faced before. I've read Glenn's Sinema series, so I wa

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Jacob Paul Patchen - Words That Matter: Family

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Jul 12, 2022

Jacob Paul Patchen - Words That Matter: Family

Genre: Children/Inspirational 4 Stars A fun and inspirational read Patchen pens a fun story in Words That Matter: Family. I have read work from this author before, and I really enjoyed it. It's a grand children's story, and it shows what a family means, even if they aren't all related. It's important to know the word family, but also feel "family." Silly goose is a grand character, and it reminds me of times where children still had innocence, and were learning about real lif

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Jul 11, 2022

Douglas Green- A Dog of Many Names

Genre: Animal/Rescue/Survival 5 Stars Magnificent What a magnificently poignant story in A Dog of Many Names by Douglas Green. Green's inspiration for the story is his rescue dog, and the story is one of survival, and dealing with past abuse, which is only identified by behavior. This dog had several names, and he finally found his forever home with the author. It's something that is unimaginable, and yet, the dog, a mix-bred with German Shepard, cowers and shakes, and someti

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Jul 11, 2022

Lali A. Love- Keys to Eternity

Genre: YA/Sci-fi/Fantasy 5 Stars Magnificent third book What a magnificent story in Keys to Eternity by Lali A. Love. This is the third book in the Ascending Angel Academy series. I've read the first two books of this series, and I enjoyed this one as well. Love brings the character's to life. Jo and Alicia come together, in the disarray of the world, and lingering humanity, such that it is. It's filled with action, adventure, and the fight for survival, and connection with e

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Jul 4, 2022

J.T.T Ryder- Hag of the Hills

Genre: Historical Fantasy/Mythological 4 Stars A great read What a grand ancient story in Hag of the Hills by J.T.T Ryder. This is the first book of Ryder's that I've read, and I just found one of those hidden gems, that I'm always looking for. It's a step back to ancient Celtic mythology. It's an interesting tale that brings the fantasy world and the Celtic ancient isle of Skye. What a wonderous and fantastical world built by Ryder. Vengeance, survival and magic fill this st

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Jun 30, 2022

Valinora Troy- Revenge of Queen Rose

Genre: children medieval fantasy 4 Stars Another great adventure What a grand sequel in Revenge of Queen Rose by Valinora Troy. I am a fan of this author! This is the second book in the Lucky Diamond series, and I hope there will be more to come. Again, we meet the twins, Cathy and Alan, and their life is once again full of excitement, danger and adventure. It's an interesting world created by Troy, and how these characters fit right in, even if it's a fantastical world of my

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Jun 30, 2022

Valinora Troy- Lucky Diamond

Genre: Children medieval fantasy 4 Stars Fantastically Magical Read What a wonderous story in Lucky Diamond by Valinora Troy. I have just become a fan of this author! I haven't read work from this author before, and I enjoyed this story. This is book one in the Lucky Diamond series, and I can't wait to read the next one. The characters were adventurous and almost the typical kids, except, they have a "magical compass." The twins, Cathy and Alan try not to listen whenever poss

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Jun 29, 2022

E.G. Radcliff- The Last Prince

Genre: YA/Fantasy 4 Stars Great Read What a good story in The Last Prince by E.G. Radcliff. This is the second book in The Coming of Aed book series. I've read the one before this one, The Hidden King and really liked it. I believe that all books in a series, when possible, should be read, and in order. However, I have read books in a series out of order. This one has been in order. The first one, I was introduced to Aed, and what incredible things were going on in his life,

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Jun 29, 2022

Anne C. Miles - Draig

Anne C. Miles - Draig: The Call of the Lorica 2 Genre: Fantasy 4 Stars A great sequel to Sorrowfish What a grand fantastical story in Draig: The Call of the Lorica 2 by Anne C. Miles. It's the second book in the Call of Lorica series, and a great sequel to Sorrowfish, which I read and enjoyed as well. The story brings in the believable, even if almost impossible. Dane and Sarah are in separate worlds, but definitely have a connection. There are battles, and evil that linger o

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Jun 28, 2022

Kevin Chapman- Deadly Enterprise

Genre: Crime/Police Procedural 5 Stars Another Great Mike Stoneman Novel! What a suspenseful and gripping story in Deadly Enterprise by Kevin Chapman. I've read book one in the Mike Stoneman series. Mike is a detective with the NYPD. The books can be read separately, as each is a standalone, but to really get the feel for Stoneman, read the one that came before this one first. Sometimes, murders fall through the cracks, especially when no one cares or misses the victim. The o

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Maria Yiangou - THE egg-cellent EASTER kids COLORING BOOK

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Jun 28, 2022

Maria Yiangou - THE egg-cellent EASTER kids COLORING BOOK

Genre: Children/Coloring Book/Holiday 4 Stars Great coloring book Yiangou created a "egg-cellent" coloring book in THE egg-cellent EASTER kids COLORING BOOK. I have read work from this author before, and I really enjoyed it. The children can color the pictures, and also learn from it. It's an East Themed coloring book, a great gift for a child's Easter basket. I look forward to reading more by this author. THE egg-cellent EASTER kids COLORING BOOK is a definite recommendation

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Karl Beckstrand - Ma MacDonald Flees the Farm

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Jun 27, 2022

Karl Beckstrand - Ma MacDonald Flees the Farm

Karl Beckstrand - Ma MacDonald Flees the Farm: It's Not a Pretty Picture ... Book Illustrator: Alycia Mark Genre: Children/Picture Book 4 Stars A laugh out loud fun read! Beckstrand pens a funny and entertaining story in Ma MacDonald Flees the Farm: It's Not a Pretty Picture ... Book. Ma Macdonald is a caterer, but she's having a heck of a time with the animals that just won't leave her alone. The illustrations were magnificent. This book would be perfect to read to a child

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Jun 27, 2022

P.L. McMillan- Echoes in the Dark

Genre: Horror 3 Stars Four unsettling stories! What an interesting collection of horror stories in Echoes in the Dark by P.L. McMillan. There are four stories in this collection, Family Roots, Unseen Cost, Affirmations, and Warm. I read each one, and they were pretty good. I don't know if I would call them all horror, maybe some paranormal or witchy. Each one was interesting and written pretty well. I actually liked the story, Warm, the shortest one in the book. Echoes in the

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