Hero For Hire By C.B. Pratt, A Book Review

 Sometimes delving into a book can be slow and confusing as you get into the story and the characters. This was no exception, but only because you are in a totally different world from your own, which you need to learn and understand. 

Pratt is a colorful writer, rendering your senses alive and vibrant while you quickly turn the page for more information. It was a good story, with interesting characters that you either decisively liked and wanted to spend time with, knew there was something you didn't know yet about them, or just didn't like them at all. It was written to elicit a reaction rather quickly.

The story is entertaining, and at the end, you want to know what happens to that character next. You know the next book will be an interesting read from the created lead character and all the other characters he encountered in this one. 

The story was well done and enjoyable. I look forward to reading the next one.

It Lives In The Basement By Sahara Foley, A Book Review

 I enjoy reading stories that are supposed to delve into the nightmares, especially around Halloween, but most fail to raise my heart rate or evoke goosebumps. This story surprised me. I am actually still avoiding my basement now. I am not kidding.

Sahara has a letter in the story that the detective is reading in the house they are investigating. The tone and details of events described kicked it off into high gear of fear. Then she took it even further, expanding the cast and events.

I enjoyed the story, but I wouldn't suggest you read it at night. Great job.

Zero Days by Ruth Ware, A Book Review

 Zero Days was a race: a race against time, and a race for justice. This alone kept the story moving. I had figured out ‘the who’ early on, but that didn’t detract from the fun and enjoyment of each page. Of course, I wasn’t certain until much later, but I was pleased that I had been right.

You will root for the lead character, Jacintha (Jack), and feel like you are just like her because she is a down to earth, everyday person. She resonates with everyone; Ruth creates her characters well.

Ruth also plays her scenes well. I had to reread one such scene that I put words into, expecting it to be so, and found out I was so wrong. I had to read it again to make sure I had read it wrong. She is a master. Well done.

I enjoyed this book as I have others of hers and recommend this one to anyone looking for a fun and fast-paced and thrilling read.