Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Cindy Rushin

Apocalypse ThoughtsApocalypse Thoughts by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I liked this novel. I enjoy post apocalyptic novels and zombie novels so this novel checked both of these marks. I like these kind of novels because they offer a look at how quickly civilization and people fall apart when something catastrophic happens. The author created a really interesting story and I couldn’t stop reading it until the end. The author introduced a bit of a curve ball at the end and I cannot wait to see where this curve goes in the next book.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Amanda Swindle

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There is just so much to this book, so many layers to unravel! Black Canvas is full of mind games that keep you guessing, deception, and control (or lack thereof!). I would read some parts and think “oh my gosh, I know where this is going” and then a bit later, be shocked to see that I was totally wrong. You will not guess this one. It is darker and more twisted than most of the things I have read recently, but in a train wreck you can’t look away from sort of way. It catches you unaware, and you cannot help but continue to the next page, and then the next chapter….It does start a little slow and confusing but once you get into the meat and potatoes of the platter, things go straight to the psychological complexities. Without giving anything away, I loved the use of the mask in this book. The physical use of hiding behind it, and the psychology of being able to be whoever you want to be, and still be “unseen” was such a fun concept. This book is for anyone that likes to keep guessing, and still be in for a surprise. My only complaint with this book is that I finished it in 3 days LOL. Well written and well researched!

Reviewed by: @zoltrixes

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Master Descallia (Masters of the Consulate Book 1) by Sylvia Black – Review by Betsy Melano

Master Descallia (Masters of the Consulate)Master Descallia by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Salvatore Descallia is not only the head of the Descallia Clan but also the overlord of the Masters (the vampire clans). The humans and vampires live in harmony as much as possible in this world. Salvatore’s job as the overlord is to make sure the vampire clans are staying out of trouble and at the same time keeping an eye on the syndicates to ensure they don’t cause trouble for the vampires.

From the beginning I was very intrigued by the concept of the book. Within the first few chapters, we meet Lucianna better known as Luce and learn of the attraction between Salvatore and Luce. I quickly got sucked into the story and finished the book within a day. I enjoyed learning about the characters and figuring out what their job or purpose is.

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The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior Series Book 1) by Griffin Brady – Review by Tracy Wilkin

The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior, #1)The Heart of a Hussar by Griffin Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought it was time to step out of my comfort zone and try something different. Broaden my literary horizon. So I took the chance and read this wonderful and mesmerising tale. I am really glad I did. I was taken back to a time long ago and a read of a life unknown. I love being transported to another time and watching these eclectic and endearing characters lives unfold. This story had a little of everything that captures a readers attention and keeps them riveted to the end. The author laid out an energetic and detailed canvas of danger, romance, dramatics and mystery all beautifully presented for a readers thrilling enjoyment. This story was entertaining and written in prolific quality. I was spellbound by the 17th century. 4 stars.

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Exiled South by Harriet Cannon
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Genre – Women’s Fiction, Historical Fiction, Southern Fiction
Page Count – 268 pages
Cover Designer – Lauren Sheldon Koehler Books
Synopsis –
Lizbeth Gordon, a school counselor and master at facilitating conflict resolution in everyone’s life but her own, returns home to South Carolina after her husband’s sudden death.
Seeking solace at the ramshackle family cottage, she walks the winter beach, but the quiet life doesn’t last. An elderly aunt has troubling family stories: a blockade runner hunted as a traitor after the fall of Charleston, and ancestors who disappeared during Civil War Reconstruction. Curiosity drives Lizbeth into roots research that dead ends.
Tentacles of the past reach across the continents when Lizbeth takes a job at an international school in Rio de Janeiro. She meets a multiethnic descendant of Confederate exiles, with the Gordon surname and nineteenth-century documents. Robert Gordon’s letters describe bold escapes from Federal blockaders and Civil War intrigue in Scotland. Laurette Gordon’s diary shares a heart-wrenching story of sacrifice.
Can the keys to generations-long secrets open a path to family reconciliation and healing?

Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just when I thought I knew what was going on and what would happen, I was thrown for a loop. This book needs to be read with no interruptions as it just holds you between the pages and keeps you there. I really enjoyed this.book and will be reading so much more from this author!

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Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance May – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Priscida is an alley cat who started off wandering the streets and hunting for food, until she is found and through many experiences learns about greatness and what it means, she learns how she can identify it, but can you do the same as Priscida has done and discover what greatness means by reading her story?

This is a heart warming tale for all ages with an inspiring message.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Trish Ann

Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series and I was not disappointed. The chemistry between Brant and Colleen was sweet. I love the meddling old folks in the small town as it adds to the charm and the adage of what it is like to live in one. I found the characters to be easy to relate and connect with which helped move the story for me. I am definitely looking forward to more books from this author!

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As usual, this amazing author does a truly wonderful job in putting together a story that hooks you right from the start, and really holds that grip on you. I expect nothing less from this amazing author. I was hooked and interested in the concept of the story straight on, and I could not let go of this one.

The emotions are so real in this one. You felt the wonder of the two star crossed souls, but for me I felt their pain and worry so much. It ran deep, but I really felt the attraction was running deeper than there own pasts and hurt. I found Brant and C.C. really had something special, there bonding was not just sugar and all things nice, you really had that dash of spice as well. I was full of emotions on this spinning ride, it was beautiful, but deep as character depth and growth goes. Wonderful read. I loved how they seemed so different at first glance, and once they stopped butting heads (which was comical and funny in its own way which I did admire) I found they found ground, that literally could sweep them off their feet! They were real and a wonderful development in the story. I could not get enough of this story and characters!

Love this author with all the passion and love with in my heart! The author is a very wonderful writer, and their stories always take my soul, and give me quite a ride. They are not to be passed up. Or this book, I would recommend them both on the same account! Love this book and this amazing author!

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Rebecca Steele Living the Dream (Rebecca Steele series Book 3) by Joanne Patterson – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Rebecca Steele Living The Dream (The Rebecca Steele series Book 3)Rebecca Steele Living The Dream by Joanne Patterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had not read the other books in this series, but the cover really attracted me in this one. Being a country girl myself, I was truly ready to get my saddle on and give this book a whirl. In small words, I loved this book and the characters. I laughed and chimed in with a good beat all the way through. I will be going back to the previous novels for sure and seeing what else the author has written for me to enjoy reading!

I must say Rebecca was a treat to read on. I truly loved how she was written, and truly how real she was to myself as a reader. She faces and goes through a lot of struggles. Only after things seemed to finally from what I gathered from past events, seem to be going in the right direction. I loved how things seemed bad, she kept that hope and the will to keep on going alive within her soul and her heart!

I think a lot of us can relate to Rebecca in different ways. She was a strong willed character, and was one not to be messed with. She was knocked off her horse a few times, but she never gave up and kept on going. O lived that quality of her, and her determination was real and a very admirable trait! I also loved the other characters, which were a joy to read on as well. This book was not predictable as well. i was surprised with twists and a little bends here and there. It made the book more than I expected. I loved the book and how easily it flowed as I read, I could not get enough. I am so happy I got to read this wonderful book and discover a beautiful series by a very talented author!

As said, this book was a fun ride! I loved how easily the book flowed and everything came together, and really how relatable the characters made the book easy to meet on level with! I will be reading the first two for sure! Needless to say, this is a must read book and a must read author! highly recommend both!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One woman is trying her hardest to be another and become everything she thinks he needs, while he keeps returning to her, his wife, while she is stuck being the other woman. She looks at herself in the mirror everyday, but all she sees is her, her face, her hair, her life, she is in control as she bends herself to fit inside this image, to keep the secret that it is her on the outside, but she is on the inside and it is this which makes this woman feel in control, but is she really in control, or is it just an illusion?

This is a psychological thriller which will make you think, it will make you question everything you know about what is happening and why, it will keep you on your toes while you try and figure out what is real, what is memories and what is fantasy.

Reviewed  by @roxsannel

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5)King of Pain by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Thrane is a world where the Onlys have the ability to mind-link and are superior to the Hinarr, or Others. Trevyn Dar is the son of one of the deadliest murderers in the known universe. Once a Hunter of Thrane, Trevyn has left that life behind to join an interstellar rescue operation. Lael Saphora is the daughter of the Hinarr resistance movement, trying to free their people from slavery by the Ruling House of Thrane. Can Trevyn And Lael get past the years of animosity between their cultures and bring down those that would see the Hinarr wiped out? The mind is truly a battlefield in this story.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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Forbidden Moon (The Shadow Chronicles Book 3) by CR Robertson – Review by Caralee Loonat

Forbidden MoonForbidden Moon by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow I am so hooked on this trilogy and wasn’t disappointed at all. I just couldn’t put this one down. I was eager to see how things would play out . The author has such a good mix of drama and romance along with adventure. The characters also are easily likeable and grab the reader in.

I like how there was the element of the forbidden love to this trilogy and how that love was what was needed to bring all together. I like how the author has built the world around the characters and how they go about trying to keep peace. I love that they are also paranormal creatures as this really adds to the story and is my absolute favorite go to genre. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by La Toya Lewis

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Black Canvas by Laura Rossi is one of the best books I have read this year. I love a good psychological thriller and this book absolutely delivers! Being in the mind of the main character Aria is a little frustrating at times. I wanted more and better for her than she was accepting for herself, but I couldn’t help but love her and root for her. There are so many great twists and turns and an ending that did not suspect. I was surprised at how satisfied I was with this ending because it was one I would never normally accept but I loved it. Looking forward to reading more from this author!

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Tally and the Angel: Book Two, Canada by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Ashley Westerman

Tally and the Angel Book Two, CanadaTally and the Angel Book Two, Canada by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series is amazing! I love this author’s books, her amazing writing always makes me feel like I’m right there with the characters in everything that is happening. It’s like a nice vacation when I get to read them! There’s always something to learn within the books, and I enjoy reading them to my kids! It’s an adventure without leaving the house!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Ashley Westerman

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was hooked from the first page! My mind kept guessing on what would happen next, and I could never pinpoint it right. I don’t think you can guess the end right. Not being able to figure out the end is one of my favorite things to read. This one didn’t disappoint. This is very well written and I think if you like the dark thrillers then this is for you! I loved it, one of my favorite reads of the year!

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Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by M Policicchio

Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports RomanceBlindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blindsided by T. Christensen

5 out of 5 Stars

Uh-maze-zing! This story of finding friendship and love through betrayal was fantastic.

Kirsa met Brock when they were just 4 years old. After initially slamming him into the sand because he destroyed her sand castle, they were best friends. Kirsa and Brock did everything together, play football, study, share secrets, and hang out with the guys.

Just before the beginning of 2nd grade, their twosome became a threesome with the addition of Victoria, the new girl in the neighborhood. As they grew older, Brock and Victoria became more popular while Kirsa, who was extremely shy, stayed in the background. Brock was her defender and protector from all the others at school that didn’t understand their friendship. At the beginning of their freshmen year, Kirsa saw something that broke her heart and was the end of the threesome.

Brock could only take one side. He took Victoria’s. He believed Victoria. From that day popular Brock and Victoria made it their mission to isolate and terrorize Kirsa, leaving her friendless and alone. Three years later as they are beginning their senior year of high school, Kirsa is still friendless. Enter Rylan, the new guy. Rylan doesn’t heed Brock’s warnings to stay away from Kirsa. Rylan befriends her anyway. Through the new found friendship with Rylan, Kirsa starts to rediscover some of her strength. Brock can’t stand the relationship between Rylan and Kirsa. As Brock starts to break away from the influence that Victoria has held on him since that day in 9th grade, Brock starts to discover that maybe everything isn’t what he has believed all this time.

The author made me believe that highschool could be a place of redemption. The characters, especially Kirsa, are so smartly developed. They each have such depth. I love the scenes between Kirsa and Rylan where they are comfortable and in each other’s space enough that it drives Brock completely crazy. This book makes you feel all the feelings through each character. Fantastic! Wonderful! Great story!!

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Tally and the Angel: Book Two, Canada by Eleanor Dixon–Review by Jerricka Brown

Tally and the Angel Book Two, CanadaTally and the Angel Book Two, Canada by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The author did an amazon job again. I loved this book just as much as the first. The characters and world were beautifully written. I enjoyed the way it took me on an adventure in another county. I couldn’t put it down. I highly recommend this book to children and adults alike.

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C. L. Schneider – Review by Cathy Greene

Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Flash Point is a great read! I love dragons so I was excited to see where Schneider would go with this and I was not disappointed. Dahlia is such a strong character who would do anything to protect and survive. I love her never give up attitude and enjoyed watching her kicking butt and taking names . This book will keep you on the edge of your seat as Dahlia confronts her past and we go on a wild ride with dragons and other fantastic beings in this epic first book of the Nite Fire series

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Jules Herbert

Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am so addicted to this series, I just want more and more!! Do yourself a huge favour and grab all the Parker Lake novels and read them now!! This book can be read as a standalone and be enjoyed but characters from previous books are all through the book and because I had read the previous 2 books I was excited to read more of the fun they were also having. I can’t wait to read more and see what is next for the wonderful people of Parker Lake. I so wish I could live there!

Book 3 brings us the story of the wonderful Colleen, or CC to her friends, and Brant. After avoiding Brant like the plague, even though she was very attracted to him, gorgeous CC ends up on a date with him where she soon discovers there is so much more to him than she first believed. Brant himself is shocked at how much he opens up to CC right from the very start. Together they get to know each other and love blooms! But we all know the road to true love is not always a smooth one so you need to read this fantastic novel for yourself to see if they can make things work.

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Master Trentino (Masters of the Consulate Book 3) by Sylvia Black – Review by Rayne East

Master TrentinoMaster Trentino by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Delightfully sinful
This series gets better and better with each book. Love the world of vampires, the characters and the storyline. This can be read on its own but I highly recommend reading from the first book in the series to really enjoy the depth of the storyline. Each book builds on the events from the previous one. I’m this one we get to know Master Trentino and Angel. I love watching the connections between the characters unfold. I can’t wait to continue the series with Master Romano.

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Lisa Helmick

Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unlikely to stay is a perfect title for this book. Brant is the town nurse/doctor. His patients love him but they give him a hard time as well. Those oldies are going to be the death of him. Anyway Brant is a nice guy with a difficult past. I love the idea that he wears suspenders. Just not the idea of why he wears them. He’s been in town for two and a half years and has yet to talk it CC. She bolts or shoots daggers at him every time they cross paths. Thankfully her friends intervened if only he could get CC to go along with the plan.
CC thinks Brant too high in social status for her. So she gives him no encouragement. She decided to add to her hair cutting salon and put a gym in next door for the residents. Her friends give her some help but not the kind she really wants.

The elderly in this town are crazy! I think there is something in the water. They all act like teenagers or at least twenty somethings. Kelda leads with pack with live in boyfriend, Burt. Marty and his issues! Ha! These characters are all a hoot!

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Nite Fire: Chain Reaction (Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Cathy Greene

Chain Reaction (Nite Fire #2)Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Chain Reaction is the second book of the Nite Fire series and it’s another great book full of adventure, fantasy and action and a little hint of romance too.
We learn more about Dahlia and get to see more of her kicking butt to protect those she cares for. I love how she never gives up no matter the challenge. I enjoyed watching the team work with Alex and Casey had me snickering with teasing comments. It’s a well written book and I’m looking forward to reading the next book in the series. This series already has me hooked and I have already added it to my top favorite list!

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by La Toya Lewis

King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5)King of Pain by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Though her first book is my favorite, King of Pain is a wonderful addition to the Interstellar Rescue Series. I truly did not know what to expect with this enemies to lovers (one of my favorite tropes) type sci-fi romance. I jumped right in and was hooked immediately, just like with all the other books in this series. I loved seeing old characters pop up so that the stories are all tied together. It was heartbreaking from the start and adventurous to boot. I hope to read more books in this series.

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Rebecca Steele Living the Dream (Rebecca Steele Series Book 3) by Joanne Patterson-Review by Elena Tobar

Rebecca Steele Living The Dream (The Rebecca Steele series Book 3)Rebecca Steele Living The Dream by Joanne Patterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Becky meets the obstacles in her path with strength. How much can one woman be expected to take in a lifetime? Poor Becky thinks she finally has her life figured out and on the blissful path that she’s been longing for when suddenly obstacles are thrown in her path. She faces tragedy and so many struggles that I never saw coming in the finale to this series. She is such a strong amazing woman that she finds a way to persevere and make it through to the other side. My mouth literally fell open in shock at several twists in this story and I was so very happy to see how the series wrapped up. The ending definitely made me tear up.

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Rebecca Steele Finding The Dream (Rebecca Steele Series Book 2) by Joanne Patterson-Review by Elena Tobar

Rebecca Steele Finding the Dream (Rebecca Steele Series #2)Rebecca Steele Finding the Dream by Joanne Patterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a sweet story of starting over. This is a really great romance centered around country life. Becky has had such a hard time with men and it’s made her really cautious about opening herself up to another man and really giving it her all. Chance is so different from the other men she’s met. He sees something special in Becky the first time he lays eyes on her and he’s willing to wait as long as it takes and to take things as slowly as she needs to be comfortable. When she finally does let her guard down and lets Chance in they are so adorable together and Cassidy is just the incing on the cake. There are twists and turns in this story that kept me turning the pages until I reached the absolutely beautiful ending. This is a sweet wholesome romance not to be missed.

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The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior Series Book 1) by Griffin Brady – Review by Mandy Ott

The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior, #1)The Heart of a Hussar by Griffin Brady
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book took me completely by surprise! While I have read historical fiction before, I have never had one engulf me quite like The Heart of a Hussar. It was an amazing mixture of history, action, intrigue, and romance. Once I started reading, it was difficult to put down. Griffin Brady provided not only historical information but also wonderful character development and the right mix of everything so the details didn’t bore the story down. The romance was not the sole focus of the book, but it provided just enough drama to make it that much more interesting and entertaining! I have never read anything by this author before but I can’t wait to read the second book in this series!

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The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior Series Book 1) by Griffin Brady – Review by Rachel Moss

The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior, #1)The Heart of a Hussar by Griffin Brady
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really good read! It seemed historically accurate and I was super enthralled while reading this. It was easy to read and for a 400+ page book this went really fast as well. The characters were well written and very enjoyable characters. My only complaint were the names. I know they’ve got to be historically accurate and thank goodness for pronunciation guides! Overall this was an amazing read and I can’t wait to read the next one!

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Nite Fire: Chain Reaction (Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Jamie Zabolotney

Chain Reaction (Nite Fire #2)Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book one captivated me and this second book in the Nite Fire series did not disappoint! There was so much action and drama in this book, I couldn’t put it down. I love Dahlia Nite, she is the quintessential female hero who has her ups and downs and her love for the human race is shown in her reaction to them when things go wrong.

A new drug has shown up in Sentinel City and humans are turning up dead, in very strange ways. Dahlia is able to recognize her own transformations to her dragon form in these deaths. Dahlia and her crew must tamp down any panic in the city and figure out where the drugs are coming from before the city figures out that their reality is much more different than they could have guessed.

I loved the action in this book, add to it the unexpected storyline and you have a great read!

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Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Kerry Carr

Apocalypse ThoughtsApocalypse Thoughts by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great adventure story for young adults. The author does an amazing job of describe the world that is now taken over by a virus that is turning humans into cannibals.
Now she is on a trail with special data about the virus which they need to deliver. With some other survivers she starts her journey away from danger, however danger is always on step behind them.

Our main character Kella is a young girl going into womanhood so as well as dealing with the end of the world she also has to deal with self doubt and worries that come from maturing into a woman. Kella’s character is relatable for most young women who at one time or another will have experienced the same feelings.
This is a great young adult adventure which will keep a reader hooked from the first page. You are taken on an adventure where Kella doesn’t know who she can trust or what she needs to do. All she knows is she needs to get the information she has to CDC however will the cost of this mean risking her life? Will she be able to protect her brother? Or will they both get sick of their bossy cousin who is trying to rule them?

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