Passionate Magic By Dawn Addonizio, A Book Review

 This was a fun, fantasy romance with a little mystery stirred in.

The characters were fun and emotionally developed to grant a feeling of camaraderie with the reader. This being a fantasy, you, of course, had some unrealistic events, but that made it a pleasant and entertaining venture.

If you like romances, fantasy, or not, you will enjoy this book. 

Into The Storm: Evidence Under Fire By Rachel Grant, A Book Review

 This book is gripping action from start to finish. And, truth be told, it is also a churning romance, the ups and downs of a roller coaster ride.

Audrey an archeologist, is in a dangerous military exercise during a outrageous winter storm.. Xavier is a military officer, and the other part of the romance/frenemy. A training exercise that brings about surprises and entertaining events that you will enjoy reading..

The pace of this story with the two protagonists work together to exit their situation is suspenseful and complete with a sexual tension between them that keeps you turning the pages. I love that in stories, it is such fun to read.

If you like romances and suspense, you will enjoy this book..

 

Welcome to Antioch College: Book One of The Antioch Adventures By Mitch Goth, A Book Review

 Now I know this is a series, but this first book didn’t capture my interest enough to prompt me to continue to the next book.

The characters weren’t developed enough to grab me emotionally. There probably wasn’t enough writing to do that, but even so, I didn’t get attached at all. Then the plot wasn’t strong enough to keep me turning the pages, anxious to see what happened next. Again, was there not enough story written in the first book?

I am not sold on this series, so sadly, I have no desire to continue to the next installment. I guess I am too conditioned to getting the whole story or at least a big portion of it, to be propelled to the next part. I could only give this 3 out of 5 stars for effort

The Bloody Key: A Bluebeard Retelling By L.J. Thomas, A Book Review

 L.J. Thomas writes the whole story as each main character records their thoughts and antics in their diaries. I really enjoyed that. It gave you each character’s perspective of what happened, but also what the other characters saw and felt about the others in their entries.

The story is well written, compelling you to turn the next page as the events unfold, to find out what happens next. Since this is a retelling, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But I was pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed the telling. If you like the fantasy/fairytales/folklore stories, you will definitely enjoy this one. The story is well done and done well in the historical time frame.

The Headmistress Of Rosemere (Whispers On The Moors, #2) By Sarah E. Ladd, A Book Review

I love reading romances, especially those that are subtle and yet stirring. This book is set in the early 1800’s with factual support of true life at that time. The story is fun. An entertaining read.

The characters are kept in the personalities Sara Ladd created, which are realistic and nonapologetic. They are who they are, and each portrays their flaws as well as their gifts. That builds a bridge of emotional connection to each of them.

The story is simple because living in that era is unbelievable compared to today's technological state, so it keeps you wondering how they survived the cold or isolation, with no electricity and little communication, and many other things we take for granted now. Reading a book like this is an escape back to a calmer, slower time in those days, and it is fun, interesting, and peaceful.

I really enjoyed this story, and now I want to read Sarah’s other books. If you like romances, you will find this a fun read.

 

The Silver Shadow By Liz Tolsma, A Book Review

 Despite the murder aspect, this was quite a pleasant story to read. The characters are enjoyable, their personalities open and inviting or open and intriguing. The plot created a guess-who-did-it chase, and it was fun.

Based on a true crime story, it was an interesting and shocking read, realizing the crime actually happened. Real people suffered the acts and felt the dire emotional impact.

The writing was well executed, maintaining a consistent pace, intrigue, and emotional connection that were enjoyable. I am quite certain anyone reading this book will enjoy it and any other book Liz writes.

House of Lights By Natalie Banks, A Book Review

 

This was a great story. It kept me turning the pages to find answers to the questions it raised throughout the chapters. It started strong and kept the pace up until the end.

The characters were well developed, so you could understand and relate to their turmoil, emotions, and joys. I surely didn’t want to live their lives, but it was interesting enough to want to hear all the details. The main character, Kate, was a normal person, just in the wrong place at the right time, causing her to question everything, including her own sanity.

The writing easily creates pictures in your mind with details that sharpen the images and enhance the emotions attached. I enjoyed not just the story, but the imagery she created. Anyone who likes thrillers, psychological thrillers, or mysteries will enjoy this book. I gave this book 5 our of 5 stars.