I was nicely surprised and a little creeped out by this free short story that the author offered for signing up to receive his newsletter. This is the kickoff to his series of Vince West. It’s Urban Fantasy with a touch of light Horror – my definition. The main character has sold his soul and … Continue reading The Demon Phone by Sean Erik
Series
BLOWBACK (Detective “Cadillac” Holland Mystery Series Book 1) by H. Max Hiller
This dynamic start to what I think will be a great series that had me quickly swiping pages. Set in New Orleans, the area is a character and part of the plot adding an enjoyable dimension to the story. The story jumps the reader in the middle of Detective Holland’s life with some of the … Continue reading BLOWBACK (Detective “Cadillac” Holland Mystery Series Book 1) by H. Max Hiller
Clara Young Series: Book 1 – The Murder In Stall #4 and Book 2 – The Murder in the Precinct by Renee Marski
This is a combined review because I had the pleasure of reading the first 2 books in this series. Are you a Veronica Mars fan? If so, then Clara Young will be right up your alley. Young, and growing up in an atmosphere of police procedure, she has a good idea of how to approach … Continue reading Clara Young Series: Book 1 – The Murder In Stall #4 and Book 2 – The Murder in the Precinct by Renee Marski
Fireflies and Cosmos: Interstellar Spring Book 1 by J. Darris Mitchell
Wandering the Texas Book Festival is always interesting. This author, dressed in his space traveling attire, presented a captivating pitch for his series. The series is already well established and ready for the reader to enter into the adventure. With characters that you can immediately make a connection with, this book had me reading almost … Continue reading Fireflies and Cosmos: Interstellar Spring Book 1 by J. Darris Mitchell
Breaking the Flame (#3 Shadow’s Fire Trilogy) by Christopher Patterson
This is the last book in the Trilogy, and I have enjoyed all of them. The central character Erik continues his journey and his maturing along with discoveries of evil lying in wait. The complicated and brave Dwarfs are here in full force and Erik has learned to listen to his dagger. A well-done conclusion … Continue reading Breaking the Flame (#3 Shadow’s Fire Trilogy) by Christopher Patterson
Substitute Soloist – An Andy Veracruz Mystery Book 4 by D. R. Ransdell
Having recently finished the third in this series I happily jumped into #4. I have read this whole series, and while the first three were somewhere slightly above a Cozy in the mystery department, this book is solidly in the Mystery genre. The author has added a lot of depth to not only the main … Continue reading Substitute Soloist – An Andy Veracruz Mystery Book 4 by D. R. Ransdell
Saving Thandi (Adventures of Jabu & Friends) Book 2 by Kate S Richards
I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in this middle school adventure and could not wait to see where Jabu would lead us next. A nice surprise was the return of the character Ice, who added a lot more depth to the attitude of the other characters. This is a series that I have now recommended … Continue reading Saving Thandi (Adventures of Jabu & Friends) Book 2 by Kate S Richards
Heirs of Jior (Book 3) by Wendy L Anderson
Worth the wait! Those of you who follow this blog or any of my social media know I read – a lot. To be totally honest I actively keep track of just a few authors. Others I keep ½ an eye on but those I regularly check on to see what is coming when – … Continue reading Heirs of Jior (Book 3) by Wendy L Anderson
The Elizabeth Street Epiphany (Book 4) by Aaron S Gallagher
Today is the day – RELEASE DAY for Book 4 of the Bennett & DeMarko series – and I have been not so patiently waiting!! I have had the pleasure of reading all of this series and was so happy to see this one finally released. Book 3 left the reader hanging in a major … Continue reading The Elizabeth Street Epiphany (Book 4) by Aaron S Gallagher
Sophie Washington Queen of the Bee by Tonya Duncan Ellis
Another book gem I discovered at the Texas Book Festival. This is the first book in this series and introduces us to 10-year old Sophie. When her parents push her into a spelling bee, Sophie pushes back until a challenge from an irritating classmate makes her dig in her heels. Throw in a best friend, … Continue reading Sophie Washington Queen of the Bee by Tonya Duncan Ellis
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