I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, “Chris Miller’s books scare the crap out of me.” So why do I keep reading them? The man can weave a story! Twenty-six years have passed since The Damned Place, and life for the characters has been mostly normal. But you know it can’t last. This … Continue reading The Damned Ones (The Damned Books #2) by Chris Miller
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Seeds of Desire: A Tales of Desire Novel by Jessie Scott
This is the second book I have enjoyed from this author. While they appear as a series, each book is a standalone story with new characters. A common theme connects them. The sex is not always perfect, the characters are not perfect, their worlds are far from perfect, and all of that adds together for … Continue reading Seeds of Desire: A Tales of Desire Novel by Jessie Scott
Blue Sail (The Iron Age of Piracy Book One) by Aaron S Gallagher
One of this author's most prominent talents is the development of his characters. They are fully formed people in every aspect and that is reflected his books. This time he outdid himself. The main character, Piter has a many faceted personality and his second, Gwendolyn – well, let's just say I know who she is … Continue reading Blue Sail (The Iron Age of Piracy Book One) by Aaron S Gallagher
The Ordinary Sin by Mario Kiefer
In another addition to this “anything but Ordinary” series, Mr. Kiefer continues to weave a family saga. He has entwined Hispanic Folklore, the LGBT community, and generations of family life. Once again, he pulls the reader into a world, that even if foreign, the reader can easily relate to the characters and intense emotions contained … Continue reading The Ordinary Sin by Mario Kiefer
Manufactured Witches by Michelle Rene – Texas Author Project YA Award Winner!
It’s been a while since I read a book that transported me fully into a story. I saw this author accept the Indie Author Project Best YA Book for the State of Texas and speak with such genuine appreciation for her reading audience that I could not wait to start the book. Let's start with … Continue reading Manufactured Witches by Michelle Rene – Texas Author Project YA Award Winner!
To Squeeze A Prairie Dog by Scott Semegran
A few weeks ago I had the privilege of attending the awards ceremony for the Indie Author Project for the state of Texas. This book won for the entire state of Texas, and after reading it, I can understand why. A humorous glance at the mundane parts of state work with glimpses into the political … Continue reading To Squeeze A Prairie Dog by Scott Semegran
Waters Plantation by Myra Hargrave McIlvain
In the continuing family saga started in the book The Doctor’s Wife, Myra McIlvain once again pulled me into the time and environment of Texas, this time in the late 1870s. She captured a difficult part of the state’s history, as well as the human emotions of that time, and did it with respect and … Continue reading Waters Plantation by Myra Hargrave McIlvain
Moriarty Takes His Medicine (A Professor & Mrs. Moriarty Mystery) by Anna Castle
The second adventure for Professor and Mrs. Moriarty. With a tagline that states, “Behind every master criminal, there’s a brilliant woman with expensive tastes.” How could this book be anything but wonderful? I fell in love with Angelina (Mrs.) in the first book and was thrilled that she once again plays a major role in … Continue reading Moriarty Takes His Medicine (A Professor & Mrs. Moriarty Mystery) by Anna Castle
OCAAT Book Two by Ruthie Robinson
I have patiently been waiting (2 years!) for the conclusion to this story and it was definitely worth the wait! Two of my favorite characters and half-sisters Sydney and Shelby are back. They have matured and become strong women who are trying to find their way. Ruthie Robinson has a way of telling an intense, … Continue reading OCAAT Book Two by Ruthie Robinson
Tea with a Dead Gal, A Boo Done It Mystery by Gretchen Rix
This is the second book in this entertaining series. While I love Boo Radley, the unruly mastiff who keeps finding dead bodies, the banter between sisters Olive and Flannery keep the book moving along in an amusing way. Add in a dash of an old flame FBI agent returning, various campy neighbors and the lovely … Continue reading Tea with a Dead Gal, A Boo Done It Mystery by Gretchen Rix
