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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Angela Hayes

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

‘Journeys Through AllCreation’ is the third instalment in the ‘Journeys Through’ series by James Talisman. As with the previous books, this is an intriguing sci-fi and fantasy adventure story. We embark on this new adventure with many familiar faces playing their part, as well as some interesting new additions to the cast.
I enjoyed the first two books and was intrigued to see where this ‘journey’ would lead us. As this is the third book in the series, with a lot of recurring characters, as well as some over-arching storyline, I really recommend reading the other two books before embarking on this journey as having all the backstory, previous adventures, character introductions, and other important information contained in those first two books will definitely enhance your reading experience of this third instalment.
This is another well thought out, multi-layered, complex, and intriguing action-packed adventure. With all creation at risk of destruction we join a quest seeking an ancient artifact that has the power to help save creation from disappearing. A powerful being with evil intent threatens to wreak havoc- making for a high stakes journey, action-packed adventure full of danger and mystery.
Along with the other two books in this series, we are provided a thought provoking read with plenty of action that also explores themes of consciousness, relativity, spirituality, ancient wisdoms, time travel, reality, the multiverse, and much more.
The ending definitely leaves room for more adventure/s, so I am very interested to see what Mr. Talisman has in store for us next.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, James Talisman!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Erin Wolf

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was absolutely incredible. Urban fantasy is my favorite genre, so I am pickier with these books. I loved it from the beginning! A spider shifter — wait, what?!?!?! I have never read about one before and was instantly intrigued. The author did not disappoint. Not only is Aranha a unique and original creature, she is endearing also. She has a heart of gold, does what she thinks is right and will do anything to protect the innocent and those she cares about. But she’s not perfect, she has her own struggles too. The other characters in the book are also well done and make this world even more complete.

Then there is the story. This is also very unique and different. The author did not use a cookie cutter base and make changes . She went out of her way to create something new a different — and blew the others out of the water in the process. The tale she weaves is so magical and gripping. I could not put it down and urge the author to give us more set in this fantastic world.

If you are a fan of urban fantasy with string female lead characters, great supporting characters, and a story of action and heart, this book is for you.

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Stephanie nicole

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This paranormal read was just simply amazing, the writing was out of this world and I just simply couldn’t put it down. The depths that the author goes to describe our characters were amazing, her plot was fantastic, and her word play was brilliant. Full of paranormal characters, excitement, suspense and more our author really knows how to draw her readers in and keep them on the edge of their seats. One thing that I really loved about this story is that it was told from a duel POV, which made it unique in its in oh way. But what happens when two paths cross to save one human girl? Well you’ll have to read this story to find out for yourself.

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Michelle Collier

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a great mystery! Adrijana want nothing more than adventure in her life. When she goes to the palace with her father, she gets more than she thought. She discovers the truth about herself and is thought to have killed the queen. She and Dragan one of the mesmerist helps her to uncovers the truth of the murders happening around them. I love this book. Such great characters.

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Jess Engel

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yes! Yes! Yes! I waited for this book to be available after being hooked to the first two in the series and it delivers!

The author continues to utilize descriptive imagery and provides a depth to his characters that is nearly unmatched by other authors! Though it is a complex MultiVerse, he brings it to life and connects the story so well it’s easy to keep track of the events, worlds, and universes within the storyline. This final chapter was action-packed and so satisfying with every last detail recorded.

In this installment of the series, everything has culminated into a camaraderie of good throughout the MultiVerse battling evil to save many universes from total destruction and allow their ways of life to continue.

I’m so excited to see what this author will do next!

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review by Erica Shoebridge

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Aranha is the last of an extinct species – the webmakers. Raised without a community, she got used to life on the run with her single mother, keeping to the shadows and staying out of trouble. When her mother died, she kept up the practice, and has a very solitary life. Now, she hunts serial killers to cut them down for food. When she meets Dag at a seedy bar, she is shocked to learn that he is also a species nearing extinction – and gives off pheromones for days. The unlikely duo end up on a mission together that will pit them against vampires and werewolves – two species that can kill them with their venom. In the process, they gain some answers about their ancestors and the future of their species.

I enjoyed the plot of the novel, and liked femme fatale Aranha. Her attraction to Dag is scorching. I found myself struggling to keep engaged in some parts, but I’m glad I stuck with it in the end.

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Lorralei Hoerner

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yes Yes Yes!!! This book is just totally fabulous! I was already intrigued by the cover and the story just takes off. The story is paranormal fantasy romance but can I just say I loved having something new of Webmakers? The story really pulls you in……Aranha is a shifter and I really loved her character. She is more like a hero in a sense, preys on bad people who do bad things. She meets Dag, and loved that he is a DayWalker and he is immediately drawn to Aranha. Dag feels like Aranha can help him find out what the vampires are up to…as the feeling is they are up to something not good.

This story is quite amazing and I truly loved it. The characters had me totally drawn to them and the story for me flowed. Totally worth the read!!

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Santana Hicks

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aranha is the last of her kind, a Webmaker, which is basically a spider shifter. She hides in the darkness hunting only those who have done wrong. She is lonely and filled with dark thoughts until one of her hunts turns into a rescue mission for a young werewolf. After she rescues the werewolf, Jonah, he immediately imprints on her causing her dark and dreary life to be less so.

Dag, a Daywalker, is one of few of his kind left. Years ago both the Daywalkers and the Webmakers were eradicated by other supernatural species. Thinking Webmakers were extinct, he was shocked when he saw one waltz into his bar. Dag is immediately interested in Aranha’s existence. At the same time, vampires are up to something and it is up to Dag, Aranha and Jonah to find out exactly what.

I really enjoyed this book, the other took a really interesting concept and turned it into an incredible adventure.

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Misti Maggio

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the series and yet again I was captivated. The phenomenal world building and character development continue in this book. I couldn’t put it down till I was finished. I highly recommend reading the first two books before this one. I look forward to more by this author in the future.
Reviewed by @mimimadge

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Erica Fish

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Mesmerist by Claire Luana was a book that I could not wait to read. I never hesitate to pick up a book by Claire Luana because I know that there is an adventure waiting for me. I was not disappointed at all. This book is full of adventure. Around every curve, there is something else to surprise me. The characters are complex and fully developed. This story is about the Royal family and the trouble they are in. Adrijana is the village girl who gains access to the court when the queen was pushed to her death. She has a lot on her plate and she is trying to mount an investigation and she needs to do it quickly. I highly recommend this book to see what happens to Adrijana and her investigation.

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Kerry Baker

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic addition to an already amazing series. If you haven’t read the first two books yet I would recommend doing so immediately. With each new book that comes out I have found the series is going from strength to strength. I am always instantly hooked on the writing and genuinely can’t wait to see what is going to happen. The book is imaginative and so well written. I have come to learn not to start reading one of these books unless I have time to finish it because I just don’t want to put it down. This was a brilliant book that I cannot rate highly enough.

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review by Caralee Loonat

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I like finding new authors and I also like new series. I found that this author has a very unique world she has created and really draws the reader in. I really like how the characters are unique and refreshing. I was certainly drawn into this new world and I was not wanting to put the book down.

I like how there is tension as well as a bit of romance. The book is well balanced. I was drawn in with the tension of the factions and just didn’t want to put the book down till I saw how things would end. I look forward to reading more from this author and also see how this series progresses.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Ariel Jensen

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After an invite from a childhood friend takes Adrijana to court, her life is flipped upside down after a seemingly simple question. Being new to the court, Adrijana becomes the obvious suspect in a series of deaths. How can she prove her innocence? Aligning with a royal Mesmer, she sets out to unravel the mysterious deaths and ultimate plot to destabilize the only home she’s ever known. What will it take to unravel the truth and protect those dearest to her?

This young adult fantasy mystery will draw you in immediately. Having never read anything by this author, something was intriguing about the short synopsis that first drew me to this book. As with any new-to-me author, I was skeptical but I’m so relieved to find that this book was one of the best YA fantasy books I’ve ever read.

The flow of storytelling is so incredibly polished that the reader becomes immersed in the world of Adrjssia from the first page. Claire Luana does an eloquent job of setting the tone and atmosphere of this new world without drowning the reader in minute details. This story could have easily been drawn out into multiple books but it works perfectly as a stand-alone tale. I am a reader who typically tries to figure out the mystery before the narrator does. However, this was not the case in this book. The reading was easy enough to follow along while gripping to keep me drawn to the moment instead of jumping ahead. There’s an expertly practiced balance between the mystery, depth of the characters, and seductiveness of journeying with Adrijana.

Overall, this book deserves nothing less than five stars.

Reviewed by @arielmj

A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Jamie Truex

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The last of her kind. Alone and always looking over her shoulder to try and stay alive. Aranha is a webmaker who can shape shift into a spider. While ridding the world of bad guys, she finds a young boy who needs her help desperately. She vows to protect him, even after finding out he is one of her mortal enemies. One night she meets Dag, a daywalker, also suppose to be an enemy. He is very attractive, but she has been a loner for so long. Can they be together? I really enjoyed this book. I would love to learn more about the webmakers and their history. Fingers crossed for a sequel!

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Jennifer reimer

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love paranormal stories to begin with and this one did not disappoint. I love when authors come up with different ways of how they interrupt the paranormal, its so refreshing and really makes me think about it. Aranha is an amazing character and the love she has for helping and making everything good. I always enjoy back stories to a character and this one didn’t disappoint, it really makes you understand the character more, and what they have been thou. I loved how creative the characters are in this book. This book was very well written and captivating, it kept me entertained the whole time.

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a huge fan of this gifted author. The first two books hooked me and held me deep as I read and this one was certainly no different. The story brings you in the world to which the characters reside, and bring on so much development as use of description to make you really feel you are right with the characters.

I would defiantly say this one, is my favorite so far. I feel the author is so talented, they keep introducing new things to the next installment to keep the reader interested and for sure wanting more. I can never get enough of this series. Fantasy, space, good vs. evil, what’s not to love truly? I found the description use for the senses the author uses, sensational! Its really fine wok to achieve that I find, and the power it brings over you as you envision, is unlike no other!

What I love about this series, and this book especially, is the the way the book captivates and makes my mind work. It makes me use parts of my brain that I normally do not. It makes me think. Plain and simple. In a good way! The face flows very nicely and there is not a dull moment in this book. Wonderful and amazing read, I would not recommend passing this book up or the books prior in the series!

Love this series and the amazing work this author does so much! I hope they just keep on writing. I look forward to the new installments all the time! I can never get enough or bored with the books or series. I loved this one for reasons, you need to read this one. It is captivating and that’s all I shall say! Truly highly recommend this series, this amazing book, and this out of this world author!

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was outstanding. A battle of good and evil through the multiverse. You can’t help but jump into the book because the “twins” pull you in from the first two books. Their adventures continue with the Lightseekers against the DoH. The author does an excellent job portraying these characters. From the Masters of Shimbalah to Zenon the wolve-man who roams the woods around it. I personally loved how the book traveled throughout the multiverse. There were separate teams at work to save the Earth spread out. This book really is so amazing. It makes you think and wonder about things. I really loved it and highly recommend it and the whole series. I would give it more than a 5 if I could. I look forward to reading more.

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Piper Foster

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Aranha chacter is nicely written. Dag honestly I struggled with the name as it reminded me of a YouTuber. The characters however did have a great connection and that what is brought into the book.
I would highly recommend reading this for you teenagers.

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Ashley Johnson

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Can I call this author the King of Worldbuilding and character development? Because that’s what he is! This series was so good and exciting. It kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time and I still want more. If you haven’t read this series stop what you are doing and read it now!

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)
By James Talisman

4-stars

This is the third book in this authors Journeys Through series, a series that I believe should be read in order as each new book continues following characters from previous books.

Having read the previous books of the series I had high hopes for this one, and I was not disappointed. Just like the rest of this series this one kept me thoroughly entertained the whole way through and almost in awe of the imagination this author has.

I will say that this is one of the most detailed books and series I’ve ever read, which at times I found slightly overwhelming because it’s a lot to take in, but it didn’t take away from the amazing one-of-a-kind storyline.

I look forward to reading more from this author in the future!

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this fantasy story. This is the third book in this series which I highly suggest reading the previous two books. This is a standalone series but to help your enjoyment of this series and this author, it would be helpful to read them. I have enjoyed this author’s writing style and books from the first one I picked up. The characters pull you in from the beginning and they bring the story to life. This book is no different. It is a well written story that is full of action and is a battle for the future. I found this book to be fast paced and hard to put down. The growth of the plot and the characters are great throughout the story. It made the story easy and entertaining to read. You don’t want to miss what happens next in this series. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Rayne East

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Delightfully different
I absolutely loved this book. Captivating and well written, this book kept me intrigued right through until the end. Such a unique concept which was delivered brilliantly. Aranha was very easy to like and I connected with her instantly. Dag was an interesting character. I really enjoyed the dual POV and getting into their thoughts and motivations. With action and a bit of romance this paranormal adventure is not to be missed.

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Back at it trying to fight crime as a consultant. Dahlia is heading down a path of body parts in Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors. When I read a book in one sitting I would say I got sucked into it. I actually think book 3 was my favorite!
Casey is definitely a liability who could lead to the death of Dahlia if they aren’t careful. Which frustrates me! I understand he’s going through a lot with his sister taken, but now he’s jeopardizing the well-being of his best friend.
Then there’s Alex Creed. Dahlia is definitely struggling keeping him in the dark about her reality. As well as the other realities of their world. The most recent case involving all kinds of body parts from all different creatures is proof of that.
But how far will it go?
Can they get to the bottom of the case without that revelation?
Is Casey’s deception going to cause major issues for Dahlia?
I think everyone who comes across this review should read this series! Especially if you like the supernatural mystery, it doesn’t let you down!

@placexba

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Jenni Bishop

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

You will find yourself engrossed in this unique urban fantasy tale. It is refreshing to see authors come up with new things and this genre is the way to go. This is the authors second book, and I am looking forward to more. I love the cover. Shifters, vampires, and other creatures have staring roles in this tangled web of survival and deceit. Its tale is told from dual POV, so you get a much more in depth look at the characters and the world they belong in. I love that the author makes things look realistic but in a paranormal way. The world that has been created where Webmakers and Daywalkers dwell is easily imagined and is only limited by one’s imagination. There is some violence and a little sexiness.
She has been alone for many many years, preying of the wastes of society. Both find themselves in a battle to save a human girl from the clutches of Vampire’s clutches. Their future and their history have always been entwined. Find out just what does go on in The Garden of Eden.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book three in this amazing series. Dahlia Nite is a detective and is out to ride both worlds, the world of humans and the hidden underground world of supernatural beings, of evil.
In this novel we find Dahlia and her partner Alex in search of whomever or whatever is dismembering bodies, both human and supernatural.
The author really knows how to create a plot that hooks the reader in. I did not put down this book once I began reading it. I thoroughly enjoyed the mystery that needed solving and the intrigue it created. Don’t miss the first two books in this series. You won’t regret reading them in order.

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A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Crystal Jimmo

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A Spider in the GardenA Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this story. The writing was done beautifully, and the story drew you in and it was like watching a movie. Aranha is a badass spider shifter who can see people’s thoughts and memories through spider webs and track them via webs too. She is the last of her kind and is feeling lonely because of it. Dag the vampire turned me off a little at first, but as the story went on and got to know him better, I liked him a whole lot better. I look forward to reading more by this author and cant wait to see what she cooks up!

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Nite Fire: Smoke and Mirrors by C.L. Schneider- Review by Stephanie Driskill

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Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dahlia Nite, not from the Human world but not one to be messed with. I absolutely love this book. The author has created such a strong female lead character that is so easily relatable to even for not being a human. Oh my gosh, the supporting cast of characters are so well developed and written that it is so easy to see the motives for acting the way they do. Can I just say that the otherworld creatures are just as powerfully written and described that I instantly get the visuals of the type of creature they are? Such a great read, with characters going between many worlds and the paranormal activity that is involved! I was very happy to have chosen this as a book to read. I was not disappointed!!! I was hooked from page 1 and did not look back. If you enjoy paranormal and mythological type creatures interacting with humans, this is the book to read! Wonderful elements of suspense and mystery and fantasy all rolled up neatly in the book that is a must read! Great female lead and that is always a plus in my book!

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Stephanie nicole

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Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our author does it again, all I can say for this book is WOW!!! Our main character Dahlia is back again and boy oh boy does she have another mystery to solve. This author really knows how to pull their readers and keep them enthralled until the very end. Full of shapeshifters, mystery, action, drama and so much more that I couldn’t put it down. While it’s the third installment to this series it could be read as a stand alone, that being said I would highly recommend reading the whole series to get the full effect and all of the details for all of our favorite characters. So if your looking for a great new book to read I recommend you pick this one up today, trust me you won’t be disappointed.

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Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors by C. L. Schneider – Review by Santana Hicks

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Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is the third instalment of the ‘Nite Fire’ series and so far the best. The author’s writing is getting more and more intense with each book and I am here for it!

This time, we once again follow Dahlia, a dragon shifter, who is still undercover as a consultant for the police. Dahlia and her partner, Alex Creed, have taken on a new case after finding a pile of severed body parts both human and not. Dahlia is finding it too hard to keep all the secrets from Creed so she lets him in a little. Meanwhile, Dahlia and Casey are still trying to find his sister but with no luck.

Dahlia is in over her head. Along with the case she has her own problems. Her dreams are starting to become different, more like visions so she tries to get to the bottom of that while trying to figure out this case.

Things are pointing in the direction of non-human activity. Dahlia has to try to solve the case while trying to cover up involvement from supernatural species.

This is not a stand alone book. It takes place shortly after the other two in the series thus far.

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier–Review by Jerricka Brown

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first book by this author and I really enjoyed it. I loved all the elements this book has to offer. It kept my interest. The way the story flowed was amazing. It was a good change from what I normally read. I can’t wait to see what happens next in this series.

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