This was a book that presents as one thing and then grips you with another angle snuck in and very well done. I believed I knew where the well written main plot of the story was heading but then through a tangent it became even better. This suspenseful book, with nice surprises along the way, … Continue reading Kalorama Road by E. Denise Billups
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Twisted Christian and Dark Blue Rising of the Foley Chronicles by Nathan Bush
This is the third in a Christian Crime series. I have had the pleasure of reading all and they keep me on the edge of my seat. The book is intense with the drama revolving around two central characters. Verdugo, who is hunting and seeking vengeance on a sex trafficking group, and Berg, a Police … Continue reading Twisted Christian and Dark Blue Rising of the Foley Chronicles by Nathan Bush
The Dark Winter of War by Aaron Hewings
This is another gem of a book discovery from the Tucson Festival of Books. It really was worth the trip! Those who read my blog know I am a bit of a history geek and love a good historical fiction read. This book takes the environment of World War II, throws in spies, Nazis, and … Continue reading The Dark Winter of War by Aaron Hewings
Operation Hail Storm by Brett Arquette
This book came with all the professional bells and whistles to let you know that the author is serious about their craft and willing to invest in their work. If you like Tony Stark and Iron Man then you will enjoy reading this book as it has a similar plot. Replace Tony Stark with Marshall … Continue reading Operation Hail Storm by Brett Arquette
Justifiable Homicide by Jeffrey Warren
I had the pleasure of meeting this author at the Tucson Book Festival. He greeted me by saying he had all 5 star reviews. So, the cynic in me came out. I rarely give 5 stars. In my eyes that’s perfect or pretty darn close and new Indie Authors writing 5 star books are rare. … Continue reading Justifiable Homicide by Jeffrey Warren
Three-Fingered Jack Davis by D. J. Swykert
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
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
A Murder of Saints by Chris Miller
I read this book because the author suggested it to me on Goodreads. No, I do not know Chris so his suggestion made me smile and well, I agreed to read it. Most of you know I am not a horror fan and this book is at the edge of horror for me. There are … Continue reading A Murder of Saints by Chris Miller
Theater District by Tim Wolter
What would you do if you missed the last bus out of a commuter city the day before the Thanksgiving Holiday? And, what if there was an organized homeless society controlling the city. That is the scenario explored in this creative book. The author, a local Texan, has taken what is a concern of many … Continue reading Theater District by Tim Wolter
A Scribe Dies In Brooklyn by Marvin J. Wolfe
Mystery/Thriller This is Book 2 in the Rabbi Ben Series. At a point in the story, the main character, Rabbi Ben is referred to as Rabbi Jason for the Jason Bourne character. While this is true on a lot of levels I found Rabbi Ben to be a better developed person. The interweave of the … Continue reading A Scribe Dies In Brooklyn by Marvin J. Wolfe
