This is a story of drugs, dealers, users and the world that surrounds them. While I expected a gritty, dark and dreary story this book has some positive light elements going through it. The main character Jesse is a washed up 30 year old going nowhere fast. However when he meets Jack Davis (recently having … Continue reading Three-Fingered Jack Davis by D. J. Swykert
Fiction
The Far Empty by J. Todd Scott
This was a 5 Star gem hiding on my "to be read" shelf. Way back in April of 2016, I was attending the Texas Library Association Conference and heard a panel of speakers who then gave the audience a copy of their books. The copy I have is an Advanced Reader and has the cover … Continue reading The Far Empty by J. Todd Scott
Fading Grace by Christine Roney
This novella led me to a lot of thought. I read the blurb a while ago and was intrigued with the story of an older woman feeling and then becoming invisible. How many of us over 50 have felt this? The shop door that is not held for you, the waiter at the restaurant who … Continue reading Fading Grace by Christine Roney
Into Spring: The Next Generation by Larry Landgraf
While wandering through the Texas Book Festival, I had the pleasure of meeting this author. I was not shopping for books but rather for information. I wanted to know if paying for a booth at the Festival was worth it for Indie Authors. Larry was very helpful with information and provided me with his latest … Continue reading Into Spring: The Next Generation by Larry Landgraf
Hard Revenge Book 1 – Michelle Angelique Series
This author is re-releasing this popular series, now under his own name with new covers and a slight polish. I for one am glad he did as previously it was not on my radar. This is a realistic and gritty book (Rated R for language). The main character, Michelle, turns into an incredibly strong woman … Continue reading Hard Revenge Book 1 – Michelle Angelique Series
Beyond Stone by Christine Roney
Here is the fourth and final nominee for Best Book of the Year. The main character Andrea (Andi) is a sculptor and an anonymous street artist. While her art is well received she is dealing with depression and issues from her past. The story travels between the semi-glamorous art world and her studio. Pills, alcohol, … Continue reading Beyond Stone by Christine Roney
Poets, Artists, Lovers by Mira Tudor
While the summary of this book says fast paced I found it to be more of a meandering through various characters and their interpersonal relationships. The story follows several woman and a few men as they weave in and out of each other's lives as well as from current day back into their pasts. While … Continue reading Poets, Artists, Lovers by Mira Tudor
Always With You by Hannah Ellis
I am bouncing with joy to be participating in a BLOG TOUR hosted by Lola! I was so worried about doing this because you all know my rule - If I don't read it - I don't review it! Signing up to be part of a tour puts the pressure on - what if I … Continue reading Always With You by Hannah Ellis
The Splendid Baron Submarine by Eric Bower (Book #2 Bizarre Baron Inventions)
This is the second book in a series - but is perfect as a standalone too. I read the first book in the fall and have recommended it to anyone who would listen that had readers in 3rd grade through middle school. W.B. is living in a time of horse drawn carriages but with parents … Continue reading The Splendid Baron Submarine by Eric Bower (Book #2 Bizarre Baron Inventions)
Target In the Sun by Lynda Filler
This book is written in short chapters that are mostly emails and journal entries. There are three main characters: Carlos, orphaned at a young age with family ties in the Mexican Cartels, Mia, an older woman looking for life in trips to Mexico away from her husband and son, and, Lucia, an FBI agent who … Continue reading Target In the Sun by Lynda Filler
