Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Band Sinister Author: KJ Charles Publisher: Self-Published Length: 224 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Band Sinister is a delightful novel to lose oneself in. KJ Charles fulfills every expectation for her most faithful readers as well as any reader who might be new to her work but are the most ardent devotees of... Continue Reading →
Title: Witchmark Series: The Kingston Cycle: Book One Author: C.L. Polk Publisher: Tor Books Length: 320 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Witchmark is a crunchy sweet paranormal fantasy steampunk lover's brain candy. I recommend treating yourself to it. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: In an original world reminiscent of Edwardian England in the shadow of... Continue Reading →
Title: A Sinner Without a Saint Series: The Penningtons: Book Four Author: Bliss Bennet Publisher: Self-Published Length: 298 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: Bliss Bennet’s prose is engaging and indicative of the time, and while the story gets off to a bit of a slow start, in the end I enjoyed the romantic... Continue Reading →
Title: For a Glance Series: The Serpent's Throne Trilogy: Book One Author: Dan Ackerman Publisher: Supposed Crimes Length: 211 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: In Ackerman’s mellifluous prose we learn of Lucifer’s failed marriage, his failed attempt at fatherhood to a daughter who is more devilish than the Devil himself, and that, by and... Continue Reading →
Title: A Light Amongst Shadows Series: Dark Is the Night: Book One Authors: Kelley York and Rowan Altwood Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 344 Pages Category: Gothic Horror, Mystery/Suspense, Paranormal, Historical Romance Rating: 5 Stars At a Glance: This was, without a doubt, the perfect storm of everything I look for in a book. My imagination... Continue Reading →
Title: Black Wings Beating Series: The Skybound Saga: Book One Author: Alex London Publisher: Macmillan Length: 432 Pages Category: Young Adult, Fantasy At a Glance: Overall, there’s some really nice world building to enjoy in this story, but it’s home to characters that I didn’t grow to care for in spite of the author’s efforts... Continue Reading →
Title: Guarding My Heart Author: S.C. Wynne Publisher: Self-Published (2nd Edition) Length: Short Novel Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: All in all, this was another enjoyable read for me from this author, perfect when I was in the mood for a quick shot of romance with a side of danger, something SC Wynne delivers... Continue Reading →
Title: The Greenwood and the Grail Series: The Arthur Quartet: Book Three Author: Harper Fox Publisher: Self-Published Length: 160 Pages Category: Historical Fantasy At a Glance: Fans of Arthurian legend, mythology, ancient and mystic prophesy, and a world that allows you the luxury of floating through it, questioning the existence and immaterialism of that existence,... Continue Reading →
Title: Shaker of Earth Series: SPECTR Series Two: Book Five Author: Jordan L. Hawk Publisher: Self-Published Length: 117 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: #TeamGrayleb for the win, as always. Getting to say that Jordan L. Hawk delivers yet again never gets old. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Charleston is reeling beneath the onslaught of... Continue Reading →
Title: A Ferry of Bones & Gold Series: Soulbound: Book One Author: Hailey Turner Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 390 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: A Ferry of Bones & Gold is filled with the kind of fertile and clever magic that makes it a magical must-read experience. A book with this much dedication... Continue Reading →
Title: We Have a Decision Series: Mrs. Shaw's Club: Book Two Author: Steph Marie Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 231 Pages Category: Contemporary, Teen Fiction At a Glance: The characterizations in this novel are not explored much beyond the surface level, but the story is sweet and heartwarming, and its messages are delivered loud and clear.... Continue Reading →
Title: The 7th of Victorica Series: Gadgets and Shadows: Book Two Author: Beau Schemery Publisher: Harmony Ink Press Length: 350 Pages Category: Steampunk, Teen Fiction At a Glance: The 7th of Victorica reads like the opening salvo for something much greater and more supernaturally sinister on the horizon. Despite a few rough patches, it ultimately... Continue Reading →
Title: Found at Sea Series: Tales of Fate: Book One Author: Jaclyn Osborn Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 267 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: This one comes highly recommended for lovers of a pure and unapologetically romantic tale of love and redemption. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Captain Kellan Flynn is cursed. All men fear him,... Continue Reading →
Title: The Artist Author: Bonnie Dee Publisher: Self-Published Length: 153 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: A bit Beauty and the Beast with a hint of The Ugly Duckling, The Artist is a sweet and romantic tale that proves beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Creating love from... Continue Reading →
Title: No Regrets Author: Alex Jane Publisher: Self-Published Length: 71 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: No Regrets makes an impact that is impossible not to feel and, in no uncertain terms, succeeds under the influence of Ryan and Lucas. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Ex-soldier Ryan Jones likes precisely two things—his kitchen and the music... Continue Reading →
Title: Married to Murder Author: S.C. Wynne Publisher: Self-Published Length: 183 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery At a Glance: Married to Murder is a quick and satisfying read, full of warm and tender moments but with an edge of the dramatic murderous sort that cuts the sweet in just the right way. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Death Days Author: Lia Cooper Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 257 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: This book has everything that should have made it a slam-dunk for me: age gap, taboo attraction, slow burn relationship, and more paranormal fun than you can shake a smudge stick at. Unfortunately, it was more a miss... Continue Reading →
Title: Bitten by Her Series: Regent's Park Pack: Book Five Author: Annabelle Jacobs Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 187 Pages Category: F/F Romance, Urban Fantasy At a Glance: Sexy, sensual, and rife with the painful yearning of a wolf for her absent mate, which Jacobs conveys so unmistakably, this book hits all the right romantic notes.... Continue Reading →
Title: Reasonable Doubt Series: Hazard and Somerset: Book Five Author: Gregory Ashe Publisher: Self-Published Length: 458 Pages Category: Contemporary, Murder Mystery At a Glance: Gregory Ashe's talent for telling a compelling story is matched in his ability to create atmosphere in each and every scene. This series just keeps getting better with each new installment.... Continue Reading →
Title: The Heirs of Fortune Series: Valerian's Legion: Book Two Author: Heather Domin Publisher: Self-Published Length: 228 Pages Category: Historical, Ancient Rome At a Glance: I am so in love with this series. Love the characters, love the history, love the affirmation of the love Valerian and Dardanus feel for each other, and love Heather... Continue Reading →
Title: Admiring Ash Series: Love Letters: Book One Author: Anyta Sunday Publisher: Self-Published Length: 41k Words Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a charming start to this collection that fans of the author should enjoy. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: A is for Ash Heartford. Adorable, strong, and independent. Abandoned by his parents and attached... Continue Reading →
Title: Bleed Series: Flesh and Bone: Book Two Author: Joel Abernathy Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 236 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Horror At a Glance: Once again, Abernathy’s talent for telling an emotionally fraught story and methodically engaging me in the lives of his characters is absolute. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Vengeance. My purpose, carved deeper... Continue Reading →
Title: Vanilla Clouds Author: Roe Horvat Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 117 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: For a breezy trip to new romance, with a few gusty winds before you get to the end, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend adding this novella to your reading list. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: “I could spend days... Continue Reading →
Title: Exhale Series: Flesh and Bone: Book One Author: Joel Abernathy Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 254 Pages Category: Fantasy, Horror At a Glance: When considering authors whose writing and imagination I’ve loved escaping into for a while, I can now add Joel Abernathy to that prolific list. He has a voice I’ll be seeking out... Continue Reading →
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