This is a mostly dark and gritty account. It’s hard to say whether or not I liked it as it was more of an experience that had ups and downs. Also growing up around guns I could relate to some of the experiences the author was describing but others were so foreign that I had … Continue reading Carry: A Memoir of Survival on Stolen Land by Toni Jensen
Demon Dusted By C E Turner
Rarely do the words Fun and Demon go together, but they do when referring to this book. When Dean's eyes land on Myth, little does he realize that his entire world is taking a left turn. Written with a bit of tongue in cheek humor and a lot of action, this book was an entertaining … Continue reading Demon Dusted By C E Turner
The Angel Street Assassination (Bennett & DeMarko Mystery Series Book 5) by Aaron S Gallagher
Full disclosure – I love this series, I’ve read all of this series and I have had the privilege of editing the last couple books in this series (see dedication!). When the author told me this book would be a bit of a wrap up for the drama and angst that has been Harry & … Continue reading The Angel Street Assassination (Bennett & DeMarko Mystery Series Book 5) by Aaron S Gallagher
Camp Lenape – Audio Book by Timothy Baldwin
Back in March, I reviewed this book but when a short road trip appeared on my horizon, I loaded the audio version for entertainment. I already knew it was a great story. The audiobook was wonderful. The two people reading the book did an excellent job and I was once again pulled back into summer … Continue reading Camp Lenape – Audio Book by Timothy Baldwin
Memorial Drive: A Daughter’s Memoir by Natasha Trethewey
While it might seem odd to say that a book centering around a brutal murder is beautiful, the prose and artistic manner that this author writes with makes for a beautiful read. The author takes you along as she tries to present the unfathomable. While she touches on her experiences as a biracial child in … Continue reading Memorial Drive: A Daughter’s Memoir by Natasha Trethewey
Nikau’s Escape (Adventures of Jabu & Friends, Book 3) by Kate S. Richards
This author always has a great adventure in each of the 3 books in the set. While each can easily be read as a stand-alone, I thoroughly enjoyed them in order. This story centers around Nikau who is dealing with a lot of life changing challenges. Presented in a realistic manner, the braid of surfing, … Continue reading Nikau’s Escape (Adventures of Jabu & Friends, Book 3) by Kate S. Richards
Mistakes by the Lake by Brian Petkash
Chronologically from past to present, this author presents a novella and collection of short stories circulating in Cleveland. All of the stories are character-driven with Cleveland as the base. If you are looking for happy endings – this is not it, but instead, through serious and intense characters, your heart is tugged through emotions. At … Continue reading Mistakes by the Lake by Brian Petkash
The Deepest South of All: True Stories From Natchez, Mississippi by Richard Grant
A ramble through the old and new South. Living in the city that’s motto is “Keep Austin Weird” even I was not prepared for the eccentric airs of Natchez. Most of the people described have personality with a capital P. A juxtapose of history is presented with a clear path for the reader to follow. … Continue reading The Deepest South of All: True Stories From Natchez, Mississippi by Richard Grant
Transformation: 30 Years by Julie Cull
The story begins with a teenager struggling to live with an overbearing mother. Rules and no freedom is wearing at the main character, Jenny. Following her life through a rigid high school experience, where she is continuously trying to buck the system, to college life where she has the guardrails removed, we watch as her … Continue reading Transformation: 30 Years by Julie Cull
Two great books – Spider and Playdough! By Educator S. D. Burke
Spider….The Celebrity by S. D. Burke This adorable book will have you laughing and talking with your child about all the ways that you might be able to convince Spider for an autograph! Done with a tongue in cheek attitude that any one would enjoy (including me!) the possibilities are endless. SUMMARY You will never … Continue reading Two great books – Spider and Playdough! By Educator S. D. Burke
