Great story…. pulled at my heart strings. No doubt this story makes you think of the “what if’s” in life. The story was heart felt from a lonely man and trying to process his thoughts and grief. The voice of the narrator really pulled me in right from the beginning. The story was great and looking forward to continuing this series to see how Conner’s character evolves. 💜💜💜💜💜
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler and Brooke Tentler is a fantastic young adult fantasy story that has some truly great characters right at its centre. This is the first time I can recall reading a mother/daughter author combination and for these two it definitely worked. I thought the whole book was really entertaining. I loved the idea that the kids were trying to live up to these creatures’ expectations in a supernatural way. The whole book had a fun feel about it and I really felt like I engaged with the characters.
This pairing between authors felt natural and the book reflected this in the pace and flow. I really hope we see more from them in the future.
Flowers in December – Audio Book
By Jane Suen
4 stars
This was a really lovely audio book and I enjoyed listening to it.
I really enjoyed Connor’s story and could feel all of his emotions. I can only imagine the kind of loss that he is currently going through but he was really well supported by the local community. They all clearly loved his mother very much as did he. The way in which the author wrote this story felt like I was going through the grieving process with Connor. Along with Connor were some really lovely secondary characters, I especially liked Mary Ann; she seemed so sweet and genuine. The narrator really got the emotion of the story across well.
A beautifully written story and i would definitely recommend the audio book.
Four stars
I’ve previously read this book from Suen and loved it so was very excited to get my ears on the audio version. The narrator did a fantastic job bringing this book to life and pulling the reader in. Very engaging and very moving. Here’s hoping the rest of the series will come to audio soon as well!
Flowers in December by Jane Suen
Narrated by Rich Miller
Four Stars
Flowers in December is a self enlightening story by Jane Suen. I have read three or four books by Ms. Suen, but I have to say I think this is my favorite so far. This story was personal for me having lost my mother this last year. This short story was beautifully written and very emotional. This book had me from the first page to the last. Conner Norton’s struggle with grief is prominent in this story as he returns to his hometown town for his mother’s funeral. After the funeral he stays to get his family affairs in order, which brings on self reflection. This book took me on an emotional roller coaster, I definitely needed my box of tissues. Conner’s strength of character made this story flow. I highly recommend this book.
This is the first book narrated by Rich Miller, but definitely won’t be the last. I really enjoyed his voice and he really brought the characters to life.
Review by @sunbarn
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler and Brooke Tentler – Review by Gail Guerrero
Four Stars
This story was very entertaining. The kids of great paranormal monsters are not so great. It gives you a view of the what if. These kids are not as amazing as their parents but they’re amazing in their own way. I enjoyed the story for the most part. There were some moments that I was felt could be better. The kids were good characters. I think the plot needed some work. The base was there with the characters it was just a meh story line. I feel like these kids could do anything. Would love to see them brought back with a different story. Overall I would definitely read from these authors again especially about these kids.
Flowers in December AUDIO BOOK by Jane Suen was such an emotional read. Having lost a family member recently I felt the thought process was very human and realistic. There are a lot of human moments and acceptance in the process. While it was a quick story there was a good plot, lots of details, and an emotional journey. I found the narrator’s voice really soothing and the pacing well done
I loved listening to this entertaining audio. This is my first audio from this author. I loved being pulled into the story by the voice of the narrator. This is a great author who has chosen a great narrator for her story. I enjoyed the tone of voice and the voice changes throughout the story. This is a story about loss of a parent and loss of yourself. The characters are lovable, connectable and will pull you into their world. A story of a man who loses his mother and has returned home to realize that he has no one left in his life. He finds companionship in the cat that his mom left behind. Will this cat be the healing that he needs? Will he finally be free of the evils and be able to heal? I highly recommend this audio, it is truly worth the pick up
This is the first book in the series. This audio book is just over two hours long. This story follows Connor as he travels back home to lay his mother to rest. Connor has barely been back to his hometown in over 20 years and he is not looking forward to it. He has so many feelings of regret that he has carried with him throughout his life since he left. Now he is all alone except for his cat, Tom. This was such a heartfelt story of a lonely man facing his past and wondering what his future holds.
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I’m one for young adult books and I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. The different perspective on each character gives you an insight on just what’s going on in a 13 year old’s mind. It reminded me very much when I was younger and wishing I had awesome friends like Vlad, Damien, Lily and the other misfits in the group. I had a good chuckle about the situations these kids got themselves in. I highly recommend if you need a good chuckle or want to remember being a preteen again.
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Book Review: Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth
Authors: Sandra Tentler and Brook Tentler
FIVE STARS
This is a YA paranormal suspense. Not scary at all but more of an adventure/who-done-it thing. PERFECT read for a preteen or a young teenager (although I also loved it). Six new friends who have “developed” supernatural powers are going on a hunt to find the person who is taking things.
Really cool book and I hope to read more about Southland Academy.
KLH
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is nice little clean book. Deviln and Lily are both in for a big change.
I like how we got both POV from these characters. It’s very cute and nicely written. The plot was nice and easy to follow as well.
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler and Brooke Tentler is a paranormal academic novel. It has a comedic feature that makes it that more enjoyable.
At Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth, aka SASY, someone or something is causing havoc. Random things go missing from SASY students’ houses, and no one knows who is responsible or why. When Vlad’s priceless family ring vanishes and Devlin discovers the culprit, the six friends plan to investigate the clues left behind. Meet Vlad, the world’s most popular vampire’s son, is prone to mishaps and has a strong aversion to blood. Devlin, the werewolf shifter who can’t seem to complete his transformation. Lily, the daughter of a venerable warlock, has a nervous stutter that causes spells to backfire on her. Amber, a ferret shifter with a new friend that isn’t quite as it seems. Along the way, Fiona, the quick-witted snow owl shifter, and Sakana, the black-tip shark shifter, help out. Lily’s new familiar, Sheba, a hairless cat with a sassy attitude, still seems to vanish at inopportune moments, adding to the mystery. Might her unexpected presence in Lily’s life be connected to the missing item?
This book is a very light read. It can be perfect for middle-grader students. It can be great for people with a young heart. I enjoyed every page of this book.
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler and Brooke Tentler is a brilliantly written paranormal story that is a perfect book for early teens. With relatable characters, great world building and a strong storyline that draws you in from the start, the authors take you on a journey of discovery of friendships and abilities. I like that it is told from multiple POV as it makes for a deeper connection to the characters and the writing flows so easily that when it finished I just wanted more. I can’t wait to read the next release from this fantastic writing duo.
Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this paranormal story. This is my first book by this author and I look forward to seeing what is next for them in the future. This is a well developed story that took me on a supernatural journey. The characters are fun and entertaining. I had no problems connecting to them and they certainly brought the story to life. This is a story about a group of supernatural young adults. As things start coming up missing for now reason or why including a valuable ring. This group of young adults decide to follow clues and try to find the missing things. This is a fast paced, engaging story that kept me turning pages. It is truly a great story that took me on a paranormal adventure that I highly recommend.
Review by @bjwagner
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L. B. Anne is best known for her Sheena Meyer book series about a girl with a special gift and a destiny that can save the world. L. B. Anne lives on the Gulf Coast of Florida with her husband and is a full-time author, speaker, and mental health advocate. When she’s not inventing new obstacles for her diverse characters to overcome, you can find her reading, playing bass guitar, running on the beach, or downing a mocha iced coffee at a local cafe while dreaming of being your favorite author.
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Sandra and Brooke are a mother-daughter team who love to come up with fantastical characters and add humor to everything they do. They live in the Midwest with their close-nit family and furbaby.
Brooke is a middle school student who loves to draw animals and anime characters. She has an extensive knowledge of all critters big and small and hopes to one day work in a rescue setting. She’s the youngest twin by six minutes.
Sandra is married to the love of her life, enjoys writing, crafting, and spending time with her family. She has three children, one grandchild, and a dog named Dragon.
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Jane Suen is an award-winning author who writes mysteries and crime fiction, sci-fi thrillers, contemporary fiction, sweet romance, and short stories.
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The Billionaire and the Therapist (Clean Billionaire Romance Reads Book 1) by Kim Koby
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Genre – Romance (clean/wholesome category/contemporary)
Page Count – 118 pages
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Publisher – Kim Koby Books (www.KimKoby.com)
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She’s running from her past. He can’t get beyond a shattered heart. Can two broken people find happiness together? Starting over in Texas was a chance for Natalie to put the past behind her. All she wanted was to feel safe. With notice of her stalker’s upcoming release, it feels like a fleeting dream.
After John’s wife died in a tragic accident, he didn’t think he’d ever breathe again. The only thing that kept him alive was his daughter. When she stopped speaking, John was forced to seek the outside help of a speech therapist.
Can one woman help heal a broken family? As a bond grows between them, John fears a secret will tear them apart. Can Natalie and John find comfort together, or will their pasts destroy the future?
Kim Koby is a writer from New Jersey. She loves to weave tales of love and renewal. Quirky, fun, and lighthearted storytelling is her specialty. Kim’s books share traditional family values. Her focus is on small towns and sweet, clean romance that comfortably allows you to recommend a book you’ve read to your daughter or grandmother.
