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The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Carrie Reed

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The Traveler: Book 3The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Intriguing. I enjoyed this book more than I thought I would. Harry is a wonderful character, and has such an interesting history. He goes into stasis and then when he comes out it, he is a new being. He remembers all his previous lives, which he has hundreds and thousands of them. In this story, we see his life as a mantis, and meet Bakari. I couldn’t understand why she would take Harry, and honestly still don’t but, it was nerve wrecking watching Tristan and Elena worry over him and where he was. Harry in the mean time is content and is learning how to connect with his own power again, as we get a glimpse of his previous lives. It seems like through this ordeal with Bakari, Harry is able to come into a different form, one that leaves Tristan and Elena speechless. Great read, very creative story!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Very fun! I really enjoyed Zarina’s story and adventures. Not only was I entranced with the difficulty Zarina goes through to get a dress for her gala, and all the trouble she gets into and causes, but there is a great lesson to be learned in thinking of others above yourself, and not having “the world revolves around me” mentality. Zarina was irritating me in the beginning, she seemed to think she should get whatever she wanted, whenever she wanted and the schemes to make sure she isn’t slighted in any way are terrible. She soon learns that everything is not all about her and she might be more important to her kingdom than “just a pretty face”. I really loved watching her realize how much she liked helping all the families and people she helped on her way back to the castle and how nice she was. My heart broke for her family, and how the people of her kingdom perceived her family, but she grew into a wonderful young lady. The magic of the dress is such a clever and fun twist, helping her along her way.

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The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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The Traveler: Book 3The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was another fun and exciting read that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Book three in the series did not disappoint. The growth in Harry in this final book was immense through his need to escape and hope to get total those he loves. As always, the humorous interactions between Tristian and Harry and now Elena will instantly make you smile. The ending honestly made me want more but it ended with great revelation.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Tammy Wood

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I thought this was a very well written YA fantasy.

The premise of the story, is a spoiled princess wants a one of a kind dress for her coming out party. The kingdom is facing some hard times, but she is oblivious. She quickly realizes the gravity of what is going on, and does what she can to help her kingdom.

A coming of age story in a fantasy backdrop. Loved it!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider

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In one fell swoop, the resistance was shattered. Lives were taken. Hope was lost. Peace slipped like grains of sand through his fingers. So did the Crown of Stones. Now, forced into hiding, Ian Troy grapples for a way to save the realm—and free its people—from the sadistic clutches of Mirra’kelan’s new self-appointed emperor. Plagued with the knowledge of a tragic future, he strives to influence events and save those he cares for. But his magic has betrayed him, and Fate has other plans.

Marked by the crown, hindered by the transformation spell contained within, each cast brings Ian one step closer to becoming more beast than man. Each move brings the death and destruction foretold in his vision inexplicably nearer. With Langor on the brink of war, and King Malaq’s plan for peace hanging in the balance, Ian returns to the ancient past; seeking an end to the eldring spell and a means to thwart Jem’s growing domination. What he finds there sets off a chain of revelations that leads Ian places he never thought to go.

Entrusted with the future of his race, Ian becomes the linchpin for lasting change. But how much weight can one man carry? And how much is he willing to sacrifice in the name of peace?

Magic-Borne is the exciting final installment in The Crown of Stones Trilogy.

~ AMAZON ~ AMAZON TRILOGY PAGE ~

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C. L. Schneider is the award-winning author of The Crown of Stones Trilogy and the Nite Fire Series. While her main focus is dark epic and urban fantasy, she also pens the occasional horror or apocalyptic tale. Born in a small Kansas town, she resides in New York’s scenic Hudson Valley Region with her husband and two sons. To learn more about the worlds she creates, please visit her website http://www.clschneiderauthor.com/ or connect with C. L. Schneider on social media, where she is an active part of the indie author community.

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The Traveler: Book 3 (The Traveler Series Book #3) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Traveler: Book 3The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

The Traveler: Book Three is the third instalment in The Traveler series by Deborah Dugan. As with the previous books, it is a complex thought-provoking sci-fi fantasy with time travel, adventure, action, time and space/reality travels, energy manipulation, danger, drama, high stakes, risks, intrigue, tension, plenty of originality & imagination, humour, and deeper themes that makes this another highly creative read.
As we discovered at the beginning of this adventure (Book #1)- The Traveler is an ancient ‘being’ who has travelled the universe and has taken on various forms over millennia, then using these ‘experiences’ as a means to gaining knowledge and power. This book explores time, reality, energy manipulation, dimensions, and much more. The Traveler finds himself in danger, and so the tension mounts as I followed along to find out how it all played out in the end. Colour me intrigued!
As this is the third book in the series which follows The Traveler on their journey, and continues the ‘adventures’ we started back in book one, I highly recommend reading the previous books before starting on this one, as they will help ground you in the story, as well as provide interesting and important details that will help enhance your overall reading experience of this book, and series as a whole.
Again, I felt this book was more emotional and impactful than the previous books- the series definitely seems to be getting better and better with each new instalment. There are even more threads, more attention to detail, depth, and development here than the first two- and even though I really enjoyed the first two books, this one is better still.
Another unique, interesting, and thought-provoking read.
I wonder what Ms. Dugan, and Harry, have in store for us next?
Happy reading!

Thank you, Deborah Dugan!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Traveler Book 3 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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The Traveler: Book 3The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Harry is back after another period of stasis where he regenerates his life force and adapts to become a new configuration, but a lot has changed and so when he finds his way back to Tristan, there are a lot of new things he has to learn, but he is willing and able to do it. He first finds his friend’s house and makes his way to a flower bed so that he can work out when and where he is, feeling relieved is an understatement when he realises that Tristan is still there, but his new configuration confuses Tristan at first, but as soon as he realises that it is Harry, he is very happy to have him back.

As Harry learns about what has come to pass during his stasis, he finds that there are new amazing things to experience, as well as new frustrations and dangers, much like his past lives, there are always new emotions to experience and new dangers to watch out for, but again, life is not a straight line and obstacles are thrown in his way. As night falls and another day moves into the quiet time when Harry is awake, but all other people and things are asleep, he experiences something completely new and scary and so he has to quickly learn how to adapt and what he can do to keep himself safe and get back to Tristan.

As this new situation develops, Harry has to investigate an occurrence which involves the energy which flows throughout the universe and he realises that he may be in a position to help someone, but that it may also be the beginning of a breakthrough of his understanding of his own existence and powers, but will he be able to stay objective which he investigates and decides whether the pros of helping this individual outweigh the cons, or will he put himself in more danger than ever before? This is another in depth look into existence and reality in its many forms and asks the hard philosophical questions in such a way that you learn about life and learn to love the characters all at the same time and this is something which is both enriching and exciting, albeit at times mind boggling in the best possible way.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Jerricka Brown

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first book by this author. I was hooked from the beginning. All the aspects the author used in this book worked wonderfully together. The characters were so likable and entertaining. I always enjoy a good fairy tale and this is one.

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The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Traveler: Book 3The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book 3 in the uniquely quirky The Traveler series by Deborah Dugan. This series is an unusually different Sci Fi fantasy adventure story with time travel.
The Traveler is an original tale that captivates and intrigues its audience. The Traveler/Harry is a fascinating character. I recommend you read the books in order to learn about this timeless ancient being and his travels and encounters and appreciate the levels of the story.
Deborah have skilfully woven fantasy and science fiction to give the reader an imagery that is creative and thought provoking and imaginative storytelling. It is engaging, and has an emotionally charged storyline.
To save himself and others Harry must drive himself to the point of grave danger and beyond. Will they survive?
I recommend this series to lovers of sci-fi and fantasy who are looking for something that is original, entertaining and thought-provoking.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Mary Espinoza

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What is there not to like about a book that has the Disney Fairytale feel to it?! This book was a fantastic fantasy read that I feel young readers would really enjoy! I mean come on there’s fairies, magic, adventure, evil villains, witches, and castles it has everything that the world of fantasy needs. The novel is being told from Zarina’s point of view; she is also the main character. Zarina is a spoiled princess, (like the evil sisters from Cinderella spoiled) with quite a bit of older siblings. And as tradition would have it, she is about to have very her own Royal Advancement. And being the spoiled princess that she is, she has to have the best, most extravagant dress that the kingdom has ever seen, and even though there are plenty of troubles brewing in the kingdom, the only important thing to the Princess is having this amazing gown for her big day! Deals were made, but like always, anytime you make a deal… it doesn’t come out the way you thought it would. Now, Zarina has to make a choice on whether or not she is going to come to the rescue of her family’s kingdom. Does Zarina stay the spoiled princess or does she grow up and fight for her kingdom? The only way to find out is to pick up the book and get lost in the world of Zarina and her kingdom.

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Mary Espinoza, March 2023

The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Traveler: Book 3The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This installment of the Harry’s adventures had me on the edge of my seat. I can’t really tell you much because it might just spoil it. At times, you feel you are right there with him experiencing his small world, teetering on the edge of his “cliff.” The story keeps you engaged and thinking as you follow along. I couldn’t put it down because I wanted to know what was going to happen next with Harry. I love Tristan and Elena but Harry is my favorite. He’s also our main character. Critter was an interesting twist. The story had a really interesting flow and ran smooth. I enjoyed the story and can’t wait to read what happens in his next adventure.

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The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan

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Humans ask, how does time bind us, but The Traveler asks: how shall time be unbound?

Humans ask, what is reality, but the Travler asks: what is reality within the fluctuating energy of time and space.

In Book 3 of The Travler series, Harry’s experiences take him from Tristan’s flower bed to a soul-shaking revelation that puts him on the cusp of regaining full awareness of his power. This next evolutionary step may change his place in this reality forever.

Harry’s growth in understanding and manipulating energy flows is never without risk. His current configuration puts him in grave danger that he must find a way to escape. He must forcefully extend his energy manipulation to save himself and another, but will his inherent compassion hold him back?

~ AMAZON ~

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Deborah Dugan has wanted to be a published author since the age of ten or so. She has independently studied quantum physics, metaphysics, and all things extraterrestrial, for decades. She is an avid fan of sciencey stuff. She was born and raised in the Midwest and currently lives in the Pacific Northwest. In fact, she has lived in the Pacific Northwest for so long that she almost (but not quite) qualifies as a PNW native, according to some actual PNW natives, aka Seattleites. She is disqualified from being a full PNW native, and truly pitied, because she drinks tea instead of coffee. She has no current plans to return to the snow, heat, and mosquitoes of the Midwest, and will remain among the dripping evergreens and slugs of the PNW for the foreseeable future. She has several grown children and a number of frenetic grandchildren, as well as an old dog. You can find out more by going to her Facebook page at RealityCheck | Facebook, and her web site, http://deborahdugan.com/.

Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Shea Gilkerson 3/25/23

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These books are a series and are intended to be read as such. Excellent reads!

Elinor is back again, still with Tristan’s help and now with an assistant who has a lot to learn – and the excitement just keeps ramping up. When the daughter of a nobleman goes missing, Elinor is hired for the case to find who kidnapped her. As usual, Tristan goes along. As their relationship continues to develop, Tristan is acting a bit strange and giving commands to Elinor. When she gets a clue about her father, she takes off to figure it out – will she stay safe? Will Tristan forgive her for going against his wishes and not protecting her safety?

There are so many gorgeous visual descriptions you feel like you’re right there, and Elinor’s witty banter, strength and capabilities make her one of my favorite female protagonists I’ve read about. Add some paranormal, the Morpheus Society and mediumistic abilities and it all blends into an excellent series.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Beverly Finnie

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Dress to Remember is a different take on a fairytale. A darker take that was written beautifully. Not all fairytales are sunshine and roses, however most there’s a lesson to be learned from the story being told. When I started it I wasn’t too sure what I was reading, but it didn’t take long to follow the story the authwas trying to tell.
Princess Zarina is spoiled, selfish, naive and the youngest of 13. And despite all that she’s the center of attention, even more so because her Advancement Ceremony is rapidly approaching. Ignoring the warnings of things not being safe due to the raiders, she sets out for the perfect dress. Well she gets that perfect dress and it changes her life. It starts by upending it, and the adventure she embarks on to get back to her home and family is a humbling one. She learns so much about the people she once ignored, but not without difficulty. She also has the help of “the dress.” Magic has been imbued in it to get her to where she’s meant to be in life.
Does she make it back home?
What happens with the raiders?
If you enjoy darker fairy tales it’s something you should definitely check out! You want beautiful character growth this book gives you exactly that. You want an intriguing story, it gives you that as well! Check it out.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Betsy Melano

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Madame Chalament Ghost Mysteries series. The book takes Elinor and Tristen on an adventure full of intrigue while they search for a missing nobleman’s daughter. The addition of Twyla, an fairly inexperienced apprentice brings the reader to understand Elinor more.
The author has an amazing talent of world building and takes us readers on a amazing adventure along side the characters. I have read many books by this author and I’m never disappointed. I love Elinor’s strength, knowledge, charm, and so much more. I can’t wait for the next book in the series.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62313582-spirit-guide” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1662430079l/62313582._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62313582-spirit-guide”>Spirit Guide</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19182817.Byrd_Nash”>Byrd Nash</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5434267609″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
This is book three of the Madame Chalamet series and is just as good as its predecessors. Elinor and Tristan are on the hunt to find out who and why someone has kidnapped the daughter of a nobleman. The nobleman thinks the Society, a group that Elinor works for, is behind it. Will she be able to remain impartial and do some good investigating? What will the fate of Elinor be when she comes up missing herself? How will she dig herself out of this mess? These books are pleasant reads and can be read in one sitting. I felt like the chapters were a bit short but they still packed in a lot of information that kept the story moving forward. While I can recommend this book on its own I strongly feel that one should read books one and two to get a better understanding and feel for the characters.
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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Shadel Ayerbe

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A dress to remember by K.L. Small is a story full of magic and love. The magical experience of it being a children’s story made it all that more enjoyable.

Strong-willed For her birthday in two weeks, Princess Zarina desires a unique outfit for the Royal Promotion Ceremony. She bargains with an enigmatic dressmaker for a ball gown that will be remembered by all. For her, the dressmaker fashioned a stunning black gown. Zarina had not anticipated this clothing, though. Even more so when fire fairies twirl over the skirt.

Zarina becomes stuck within the enchanted dress after the arrangement with the dressmaker goes awry. She is on her own to make it back to the castle. But, attackers overrun the country and slay the King and Queen. Zarina the Princess must avoid being taken.

Every page was exciting and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. It is a very unique story with even more one of kind characters. The story really transports you into their world. I couldn’t put the book down.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Sharon Funkhouser

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As a member of the Morpheus Society, an elite, highly trained group of Mediums, Madame Chalamet is required to provide mentorship to an aspiring Medium at least once every ten years. Not a job she much enjoys, Madam Chalamet is even more disgruntled to have been saddled with a know-it-all of an apprentice who touts natural talent ahead of book smarts. When the Duke de Archembeau appears with a nobleman friend who’s daughter has recently disappeared, she displays her own natural talents of Ghost Talking to discover what has happened to the missing daughter and her attractive maid.
This thoroughly enjoyable series continues to entertain, moving through new mysteries and tales of love, while simultaneously furthering the heroine’s personal motives of learning the identify of her father’s killer.
Anxiously awaiting Book 4!

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3)
By Byrd Nash
4 Stars

This series is so fun to read! Madame Chalamet can communicate with the dead. She is intelligent, independent and daring. She also helps the Gendarme in solving murders which usually puts her in precarious situations. This story is no different. Although each book in the series is connected, it can be read as a stand-alone. You won’t have too much trouble following the underlying story.

In this book, Madame Chalamet is saddled with an apprentice, Twyla. Twyla is an eager student who unfortunately speaks before thinking. It ends up for some awkward situations. Not having seen the Duke de Archambeau for a few months, he enters Madame’s life with the disappearance of a Baron’s daughter. Nothing is simple in this ghost talker’s life. The disappearance of the young lady is linked to someone in Madame Chalamet’s past. Once again in danger, can Chalamet make it through this as et alive?

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third instalment of the Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries. I would recommend reading the first 2 books as they give more information on the background and relationships between the characters.

I found this book to be slightly more serious than the others but is still as entertaining and gripping as the first two. I enjoyed the progression of the underlying story running through each book – things are starting to come together for Elinor’s personal mystery.

There continues to be character development in this instalment which I enjoy, particularly seeing a more vulnerable side to Elinor in the new challenges and dangers she faces on her way to completing her ‘mission’. She remains a strong character as we learn more about her when catching glimpses beneath the armour as her limits are tested.
I wasn’t expecting the introduction of the new character, Twyla, to be so significant. She presents as such a contrast to Elinor as she seems to fumble about, trying to get her bearings and making mistakes which require rectifying, that it creates a new and interesting dynamic to the group leading me to question the impact moving forward.

Another aspect I particularly enjoyed, was the continuing build in attraction between Elinor and Tristan Fontaine and the development of their relationship. I love their back and forth and I find myself rooting for the growing relationship – I often smile when reading their interactions.

Once again while this is a fairly short novella, there’s so much packed into it that you don’t miss a thing. While I wish the stories were longer, they are written in a way that that although short doesn’t take away from the great story line or negatively impact the plot.
It’s paced well to suit its length and once again I am left anxiously awaiting the next book in the series!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Lisa Helmick

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute story that easily kept my interest. There is a lot of action and suspense. I really wanted to know what could possibly happen next. At first I really disliked the main character, Zarina. She annoyed me with her spoiled bratty selfishness. As the story moved along and she started making changes 8 actually became invested in her, her dress and her story.

Overall this is a delightful fantasy story. I would recommend for a younger audience (tween). This is a first time author for me. The story has nice flow and easily engages the reader.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spirit Guide, by Byrd Nash, is the third in a six-part ghost paranormal series, which includes Ghost Talker, Delicious Death, Spirit Guide, Gray Lady, Underground Haunt, and Ghastly Mistake.

I highly recommend reading book 1 and 2 before devouring this third installment as you will learn much about our main characters, their relationship thus far, and backstory as they worked their previous cases. Byrd Nash weaves such masterful stories of intrigue and mystery that will have you trying to recognize all the clues so you can figure out the culprits right along with the main characters.

In this installment we find our heroine, Madame Elinor Chalamet, being saddled with an apprentice, Twyla, who is far from knowing everything she should. These two, along with Tristan Fontaine, the Duke de Archambeau, try to help figure out the disappearance of a couple of young women, one of whom is linked to the Morpheus Society. It’s during this investigation that Elinor learns that her nemesis, Parnell Lafayette, has stumbled on new paranormal techniques that are scary and dangerous.

Tristan and Elinor also start to grow closer in this installment, though the snarky banter I’ve come to love from these too is still very present. This is definitely a slow burn romance, which is not my usual style, but I love seeing their slower pace because it allows me to see them grow as people and as a potential couple. I honestly can’t wait to read the next installment as Ms. Nash made me fall in love with these characters through her descriptive writing, amazing mystery plot twists, and humorous banter between characters. You should definitely pick this series up as it just keeps getting better.

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Spirit Guide: Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries by Byrd Nash – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Madame Elinor Chalamet returns in another ghostly mystery to be solved, together with Tristan Fontaine, the Duke de Archambeau in the city of Alenbonné, she is still on the hunt for her fathers murderer, but when she is tasked to find a missing lady and her maid by the Duke, as the missing person is the daughter of a friend, she prepares to investigate. Although, as ever, nothing is smooth sailing for Elinor and as all the interviews have been completed and any new leads turn to naught, things seem to come to a standstill, or at least they appear to, until a visit to an old friend connects two seemingly unconnected facts.

Meanwhile, she is discovering that training an apprentice is just as frustrating as she expected, in some ways, it is even more so, especially when her apprentice acts before they think and their bumbling and clumsy nature causes more extra stress on already stressful case and as if that isn’t enough, another rather drunken and worse for wear friend, turns up and makes Elinor feel guilty and frustrated at the same time. This is as well as confusing feelings towards the prickly Duke and why he has been out of touch, despite the way they spent their last time together and how he just cannot seem to decide how he wants to treat her, but she doesn’t let this stop her from investigating in her own way, however he does insist that she has someone accompanying her when she does.

Things come to a head when it is discovered that her rival has become involved in something more than just ghost talking and that it may lead them to the missing young lady and her maid, but as she dips further into what this rival has been doing, she realises that she is going to have to break his trust and risk herself to find the missing girl, but will her ghost talking abilities lead her into more danger than she is expecting, or can she devise a plan to stop it all from going wrong? What will the Duke do when he discovers that she is missing, how far will he go and what will he do to those who stop him from trying to find her? This is another fast paced mystery where nothing is as it seems and danger lies around every corner, twisting and turning into a tangled web which has to be released so the end is revealed.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Kerry Carr

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in the Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries series. While these books can be read as a standalone I do recommend reading them in order so you can experience the full character growth and understand how they go to the positions they are in now.
We are back with Madame Chalamet and she now has a new apprentice. Things aren’t going great as her apprentice is scatty and not very disciplined even though she has the talent. Things get worse though when Madame Chalamet is approached by Duke de Archambeau to aid his friend in finding his missing daughter.
Things take a turn when the daughter maid is found murdered and with rumours of The Morpheus Society being involved in parties using chosen women as vessels to allow spirits to roam free Madame Chalament knows she needs to get to the bottom of this no matter the risk to herself.

What happened to the missing daughter? What happens to the women who are used at these parties? Have The Morpheus Society really sanctioned them? What dangers are lurking for Madame Chalament if she asks to many questions? And will the romance between the Duke and Madame Chalament finally take off?

These Mysteries will keep you on the edge of your seat with characters that are so well written you feel like you know them. The story keeps you guessing right to the end and i can’t wait to see what the author has planned next.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Having read and enjoyed the previous books in this series, I was looking forward to being back alongside Elinor Chalamet investigating another mystery. Ghost Talker Elinor, and love interest Tristan Fontaine, the Duke de Archambeau have to work together when a nobleman’s daughter goes missing. The pair must discover who has kidnapped her and why, but when others go missing they wonder if the missing girls are linked to a mysterious séance, where ghosts become flesh. Elinor is also still looking for her father’s killer in Alenbonné, and wonders if the Society is hiding something from her. When Elinor decides to investigate alone, despite Tristan demanding she doesn’t, she must use all her wits and ghost talking skills. However, when Tristan discovers that she is now also missing, no one can face his wrath! This is an entertaining story, with great character and a gripping storyline all of which kept me gripped throughout. As usual the descriptive narrative and historical details transported me back in time, making me feel immersed in Elinor’s world.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Nicole Thompson

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The captivating world of Princess Zarina comes alive in this enchanting tale of a magical kingdom, in A Dress To Remember by K.L. Small, featuring kings, queens, knights, carriages, and horses. Known for her beauty and selfishness, Zarina is the thirteenth child of the King and Queen, and her request for the finest dress in the kingdom sends her and her aunt to the mysterious dressmaker deep in the forest. As it turns out, the cloth is cursed with dark magic. On the return trip to the castle, Zarina meets locals who resent the King and Overseer for their oppressive policies, but before she can help, the royal family is killed. This riveting story follows the young princess as she endeavors to save her kingdom with the help of the enchanted dress. Readers won’t be able to put down this entrancing read, sure to be the first of many from this talented author.

Creatures of the Night by C.A. King – Review by Shana Shipps

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Creatures of the NightCreatures of the Night by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book starts out a bit slow for my liking but the longer I read it, the faster I was flipping through pages. Interesting take on a world apocalypse. Zoe and her twin brother Zilk become of age and go to an academy where they learn to use their abilities. Zoe is a magic welder and her brother is a warrior. She is rumored to be crazy. She has flaming red hair. Little does everyone know that she is actually an immortal god who can bring an end to the plague that has taken over the earth.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spirit Guide is Book 3 in the Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Series. Madame Elinor Chalamet is approached by the Duke de Archambeau, Tristan Fontaine, to help a nobleman find his missing daughter. This time Madame Chalamet has more help than she can handle with the nobleman, Tristan, and an annoying apprentice. The nobleman seems to be gruff and hard to deal with. Tristan instructs Elinor to be careful and insists on her not investigating the case alone. Madame Chalamet’s young apprentice only adds extra stress because she seems reluctant to follow instructions. Matters only intensify when their investigation leads Elinor to her beloved Morpheus Society. Now she must determine if the Society is involved and if so, to what extent.

Book three follows with the relationship between Madame Elinor Chalamet and the Duke de Archambeau, Tristan Fontaine so I recommend reading the first two books. Their relationship is a bit complicated and it seems that there was a spark between them that started when they first met. Yet, neither Elinor nor Tristan seems to know what exactly their relationship is or if it will become more than what it is. Elinor is frustrated because Tristan seems to be attracted to her one minute but then practically shuns her the next. Their relationship started to unfold a bit more in this story and Tristan showed Elinor that he cared through his actions and wanting her to stay safe.

The characters are wonderful and it is easy to root for them. Elinor Chalamet is both a fantastic medium and detective. She is smart, strong, feisty, determined, headstrong, and hits the scariest of challenges head on. Tristan Fontaine is charismatic yet seems aloof and almost comes across as cold at first. In this story his character developed a bit more and we were able to see that his attitude and behavior are more like coping mechanisms. His heart has been scarred from a tragedy in his past and he is still trying to work through the demons of that painful past. Madame Chalamet’s new apprentice, Twyla, seems like a bumbling little twit who has no desire to listen to anyone and is determined to do things her own way. As the story unfolds it becomes clear that she has talents that she has kept well hidden out of fear of the trouble it may cause her. Those hidden talents come in handy for Elinor in this investigation.

I really enjoyed this storyline and the intensified paranormal aspect with the realms between the living and the dead. The involvement of the Morpheus Society was an intriguing twist to the story that added an extra layer of intensity and a layer of possible corruption from within the Society. The storyline kept me hooked to the end and contained a few twists and turns that kept me reading to the end. I highly recommend!

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A Dress to Remember by KL Small – Review by Taylor McGinnis

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This super cute debut novel by KL Small was the perfect book for middle grade fantasy lovers. It was entertaining and well-written, which makes it excellent for capturing the attention of younger readers. There was also a lot of character development for the MC, Zarina, who was the selfish princess and the 13th child of the king and queen. When she and her aunt go to a dressmaker in the middle of the woods and she makes a deal for a magic dress, the adventure begins. I definitely think this is a book that will bring pleasure to it’s intended target age group.

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A violent attack could have marked Kaela Morrow’s end, had Terran Montgomery not intervened. The mysterious stranger, with powers of his own, saves her but is badly wounded in the process. Fearing his injuries could prove fatal, Kaela risks everything and uses her powers of light to heal him.

If discovered, they would be hunted and killed. With their secrets and their lives in each other’s hands, Terran vows to keep her safe. With no other options, Kaela reluctantly agrees.

Yet there is another.

An immortal named Seth Lazarus senses Kaela’s presence as one of his own kind, the first newly born in millennia. After another attempt is made on her life, Seth offers Kaela refuge and a job to keep her close enough to protect her, while searching for a way to teach her about her true parentage. If only Terran were not standing in his way…

No one is what they seem. Danger is closing in from all sides. How can Kaela decide who to trust with her life… when the two men protecting her don’t even trust one another?

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