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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Brandy Vaughn

Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book two in the series of the gas lamp fantasy genre. I’ve grown fond of Madame Chalamet and her talents for ghost talking. We are introduced into a new city with some new characters and another mystery. There’s a lot of action that doesn’t require Chalamet’s skills as a ghost talker but she sure does get into a mystery. Can’t wait to read book three!

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Brandy Vaughn

Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #1)Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book one in the historical gas lamp fantasy series. This is my first time reading this genre. I’m enjoying this novel! It’s set in my favorite time period historically. There’s judacious use of metaphors and impressive world building. I laughed at the use of a woman’s weapon described as man-stopper! Mediums are ghost talkers in the wonderful mystery with a little bit of romance.

Review by @bilberrysweet

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Desiree Ottinger

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jessa is the youngest daughter of a widowed father, who has his sister filling the void of mother for his daughters. Growing up, Jessa is inexplicably drawn to plants and flowers. They seem to want to sing to her, but her father has strictly forbidden her from pursuing such thoughts as it could lead to being “fae-touched”. People who are “fae-touched” are turned over to the Vigil, who in turn take them away to some unknown place. When her aunt is summoned to help a friend in a border town, Jessa jumps at the chance to leave their quiet town for the opportunity to sketch other plants and protect her aunt. However, she finds it harder and harder to block out the whispers as she is drawn into a mystery that must be solved before the wrong person is blamed. Can she keep the whispers at bay? Or will she find that she must embrace the whispers to solve the issue at hand?

I really enjoyed reading this book. The characters were well written, and the story moved along at a good pace. It was interesting to read how Jessa worked through her struggles and found herself in the process of solving the mystery. There is more to her story then the author let the reader in on and several questions left unanswered in regard to her family. I am looking forward to reading more about Jessa’s story!

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Sharon Funkhouser

Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #1)Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Madame Chalamet converses with the dead. She is a professional ghost talker, one who belongs to a society of repute in the ghost talking business, and consults regularly with the gendarme, officers of the law. She does not partake in the dog and pony show by which fraudulent Ghost Talkers swindle the wealthy.
It is by her police consulting that Elinor Chalamet finds herself under house arrest with the Duke de Archembeau while dead man is identified as a relative of the Crown and items of political importance are discovered missing

This novel was absolutely riveting- various storylines interwoven with commonalities turned the pages quickly. I look forward to many more Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries!

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Anastasia Dodson

Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a quick, fun read. It is the second story in the Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries series and I would recommend reading book number one first, because this one picks up not long after book one ended.. It was fast paced, funny and we go along with the main characters trying to help solve the mystery. I enjoyed this book and well written book. I am looking forward to reading more by this author in the future.
Happy Reading!

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Melissa Fink

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was one of the first books I have read by Byrd Nash and it was amazing. I feel like this book was slower paced than the 1st but eventually picks up. It really was a great book and I read this one in a day! I highly recommend if you love ghost stories and mysteries! I will be reading more by this author because it was an amazing read.

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Nite Fire: Exit Strategy Audiobook by C.L. Schneider – Review by Ashley Hasting

Dahlia will forever be one of my favorite characters from a series as amazing as this! 🙂 We are at the final book and man, what an amazing ending! So much has happened with the other 4 books, and so much was added to this one book alone. Half of her team went to another world to retrieve Creed’s brother, as well as tackle what they can. While they are there, the apocalypse happens on Earth. Dahlia struggles with the dragon in her heart, I will always remember this series, and might even binge listen again! 🙂

Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Megan Watson

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The narrator/main character of this story gives me Sherlock Holmes/Nancy Drew vibes. She’s drawn to questions and puzzles and puts herself in situations she shouldn’t by sheer stubborn will.
  Jessa travels with her aunt to a town called Milburn after her aunt receives a letter requesting help from a friend. In Milburn, near the Crossing, the Dyott Mill seems to be smothered in secrets and mysteries and it will take everything Jessa has, including what she’s scared of to solve the investigation and hopefully save the life of a few people.

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Julie McComas

Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Fun, quick and easy read for me. It felt like a cozy mystery with a few ghosts thrown in, which makes total sense with Elinor being a Ghost Talker. Being a visual person, I enjoyed picturing each and every scene. This is the second part of a six-part novella, and I read it first for one reason only; I wanted to see if it truly stood alone. In my opinion, it does. I would even feel comfortable suggesting this book to my 16-year-old granddaughter.

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Chrissy Spulak

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novella is a prequel to the Blood Fae series. It is the first work I have picked up from this author, and I am not disappointed. This is a quick, but compelling, read. The main character, Jessa, is relatable, and I had no problem falling into the world of the fae along with her. As Jessa struggles with coming to terms of who she really is and what she really wants, there is no shortage of mystery and intrigue, as well as vibrant storytelling. I absolutely will be looking into more work from this author. I highly recommend this short book! You will wish it were longer!

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Ashley Johnson

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really quick and fun read. It’s the prequel to a series that I am excited to read. The world building was good and the mysteries surround the main part of the story was really interesting. I hope Jessa steps out of her shell more as the story goes on. Ready for more.

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Freedom Rings (The Circle Book 3) by Brenda Hardwick – Review by Ana Evelyn

Freedom Rings: Book Three of The CircleFreedom Rings: Book Three of The Circle by Brenda Hardwick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Read this as a stand alone and yes there were some moments where I was a bit confused. However that was only a handful of times, so truly this CAN be read as a standalone. However if you want to know the full in’s and outs – read the previous two books unlike me. This book was overall a good read and had a lot going on. Good vs evil, race issues & discrimination if you would ( gave me Hitler vibes or current day race issues you see in the news :/ ), betrayals, growth, Changes, lots of action, and literally so so much more. This book will suck you in and keep you hooked until you finish it. I hope to read the first two books some day soon so I can get the full background. This is my first book by this author and certainly will not be my last.!

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Nite Fire: Exit Strategy AUDIO by C.L. Schneider Reviewed by Taylor K Stephenson

~ A Must Read in a Shapeshifter Fantasy ~

This is the final book in the series, and I have eaten up every single one. Having the audio version available is such a treat! Cassandra King is a phenomenal narrator who does justice to the series. She really plays Dahlia well, making the character come alive in a new way. 

 

As far as the story goes, Dahlia has remained true to her core self. Without giving in spoilers away, she has also evolved into something quite new. Her supporting roles and friends along the way have developed, as well as the world(s) around her. This is such a unique story line, and is such an easy decision to pick up and read. You definitely won’t regret it.

 

I do have to say even the villains/anti-heroes I find myself empathizing with, or at least seeing from their perspective. This is such a nice wrap up to an enthralling fantasy series I know without a doubt I will be reading again. It was also, just a little bit of a shock I was not expecting!!! While Dahlia isn’t the most lovable character, she certainly is inspiring, strong, and extremely loyal. I haven’t met a character or being quite like her yet, and it was such a pleasure to hear her story. Love, love, love this series.

 

Reviewed by @taylorkstephenson

Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Kayla Kearney

Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was delightfully surprised by how much I loved this book, even more so than the first! A twist of romance in this paranormal delight made it easy for me to devour this book in a short time, despite the romance part moving a bit slower than the previous novel. I am so in love with how the author puts hard work into developing each and every character in his books, makes it SO much easier to feel like you are a part of the drama in the story. I was happy that this picked up shortly after the ending of the first book and also talks a bit about what happens between the novels. No doubt will I be reading the next book in the series!

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Kayla Kearney

Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #1)Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As someone who has always been interested in what lies await for us in the afterlife, upon hearing that this series focuses on a medium in the Morpheus Society, I knew it was a no-brainer that I had to read this book. I have always been interested in the 1900s, which is when this book takes place, so enjoyed seeing ‘signs of the times’ throughout the story of a heroine and a duke up against a ghost. I loved the slow-burning romance that takes place between the two main characters, and found other characters you encounter to be well-written as well. I hope to see more of these characters in future novels, this one is certainly not the last that I will read by the author. Delicious Death, here I come!

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Nite Fire: Exit Strategy Audiobook by C.L. Schneider – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Stars!!

This series is fantastic….and I highly recommend listening this series from the beginning but it is also bittersweet it is the end…..

Dahlia, a dragon shifter, is trying to pick up the pieces of her life after the fall of Sentinel City…but with missing friends, the veil between the worlds, monsters galore…..will Dahlia finally bring her inner dragon out to help save the world?!?!

There is so much to this story… details that grab you and adventure and action that await! While I am sad this series is over (but will definitely listen to all the books again) I’m excited to see what the author brings out next for my listening pleasure.

Nite Fire: Exit Strategy Audiobook by C.L. Schneider – Review by Amanda Glaspie

This was a wonderful final conclusion in this series. I cried at the end because it was over. The culmination of everything brought it all full circle. There was the perfect amount of action, hope, and heartache. I loved every minute of it. I can see people potentially being disappointed with the ending, but I think it was the best option for all. Definitely give this whole series a listen!

Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Lisa Helmick

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

So this one is a huge let down for me. I grabbed it from the blurb expecting a girl and a fae world story. That is not what I got. I got a kid who tries to solve a mystery and make adult decisions while traveling with aunt. There is a small touch of fae mentioning but mot at all what I felt the blurb led me to believe. It also seemed slow moving and there is a lot of narrative which led me to skimming.

Maybe I just wasn’t in the right frame of mind when I picked it up but it was a let down for me. The cover is wonderful as is the title but it took way too long to get anywhere.

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae Book #1) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Angela Hayes

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

Whispers in the Waters is the first book in the Blood of the Fae series by Sarah Chislon. This was such a wonderful little find- a surprising little gem of a story that captivated me right from the very first page. I didn’t expect to love this book as much as I did, but Ms. Chislon cleverly wove a spellbinding tale that had me engrossed the whole way through.
It is a fantastic Gaslamp fantasy with historical details, a bit of a whodunnit mystery, with masterful world building, suspense, danger, adventure, action, secrets, paranormal details, and dramatic developments- also with some dystopian elements. The worldbuilding and mystery captured my attention and imagination, and I devoured the pages just to discover how it all played out in the end.
Jessa is one of three sisters; she has a love of nature- plants in particular which prompted her herbalist interests. She may only be 16, but she really is wise beyond her years. She holds a secret, one that could cause quite a scandal in their society circles if it were to be revealed. So, she is determined to keep her secret caged within her, never to come to light. But that may not be quite so easy when she accompanies her aunt on a trip to aid an old friend. What happens when they arrive at their destination begins quite an intriguing adventure…..
I am thrilled to find that this is the start of a new series, one I am excited to continue asap.
Highly recommended.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Sarah Chislon!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Toni Sellers

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book, well written fantasy novella. It is a prequel to her new series Blood of the Fae. It’s an easy read with a fantastic writing style. Set in historical Victorian times. It’s very descriptive in world building and to get you set up for more to come.

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Sheri Schrader

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Whispers in the Water is a prequel novella to kick off the author’s new Blood of the Fae series. This is a Victorian gaslamp story with a slow start. There is a lot of story-building and character-building in this initial story. I enjoyed the characters and the premise. I look forward to the next book to see where this series will go. Jessa is smart and curious. I want to see how she develops as a character. The story also provided some nice intrigue and mystery. There is a lot of good here, and I can’t wait for the next book.

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Audrie Harrington

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cross between a fantasy with the Otherworld and fae and mystery. The main character, Jessa, is an herbalist who lost her mom when she was young and now lives with her two older twin sisters, her father, and her aunt. Her aunt gets upsetting news and decides to travel towards a town near a crossing. Jessa talks her aunt into letting her tag along so she can try and figure out the mystery that her aunt is keeping secret. She also really wants to sketch the countryside. Jessa meets new people and steps out of her comfort zone to make small talk with others so she can help her aunt. It was an interesting read and I just learned it is a prequel!

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Santana Hicks

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jessa Caldwell comes from a proper family. One where the ladies are all proper and timid. She may try her hardest to become a proper lady but she has always known that she is different from her sisters.

Her aunt got called to help a friend in another town and Jessa offered to accompany her. What was waiting for them was not what Jessa was expecting. The friend owned a mill that had bad things happen to it over and over. Jessa takes it upon herself to find out why the mill is being targeted and by whom.

In order to do this, she must embrace her differences which makes her scared. Any woman who shows differences are considered to be fae-touched and taken away by the vigil. Jessa will do anything to restore the mill and go back home safely with her aunt.

This book was nice and slow paced, letting you get to know the main character better. There are hints of magic throughout the book. There was a lot of vocabulary about plants that I had to look up. Which was understandable considering Jessa was considered a herbalist.

This book is a prequel to another book in the series called Tattoo of Crimson. The books ends with a nice plot hook for the following book.

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Paula R Sayers

Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This mystery has it all…ghosts, royalty and murder. Elinor is supposed to be on holiday when someone attempts to murder the king. She is trying to solve the mystery before someone else does. I loved that this all took place during a cooking competition to see who is the best chef in the land.

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Freedom Rings (The Circle Book 3) by Brenda Hardwick – Review by Alisa Boomer

Freedom Rings: Book Three of The CircleFreedom Rings: Book Three of The Circle by Brenda Hardwick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book! Not only is it a classic example of good vs evil, but it addresses racial issues from an understanding point of view. Full of magic & action, the main character is such a strong person who always stops to do the right thing. Reading the first two books is necessary because the characters develop throughout the adventure and knowing their backstories is key. I will absolutely be reading this author from now on!

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Anna Hirsch

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson
3 Stars

Honestly, I’m not sure how I feel about this book. On one hand, the author did a wonderful job world building. The story takes place in a Victorian era. It showed the restrictions and standards that women had to live by very well. The writing and speech fit in with the era. The cursed mill was an interesting mystery to be solved and I enjoyed the paranormal aspect especially the fact that the author used the lesser Fae in her story.

On the other hand, I found the story slow. It failed to grip my attention and keep it. I prefer stories with strong female leads. Although Jessa has certain strengths, I found that she was too scared most of the time and she constantly questioned herself. Seeing as this is a prequel, I believe that she will gain confidence and become stronger as the series progresses. I found it sad that my favourite character was the cat. I believe that there are a lot of readers who will enjoy this book but for me I prefer a little more action and intensity.

Review by @Anna Hirsch
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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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

This is the third book in the series and picked up where book two left off. It reads well as a stand alone but would recommend reading the first two books in the series. The plot is well thought out and the characters are diverse and interesting! The pages are filled with such detail that the story comes to life and you just can’t put the book down. That’s plenty of action to keep the reader engaged in the story. The author left the ending in a way that makes me think there will be more to this story. I’m looking forward to more books!

Review by @bilberrysweet

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Nite Fire: Exit Strategy Audiobook by C.L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

Nite Fire: Exit Strategy is an incredible story! This is the first book that I have read/ listened to by C. L. Schneider. From the first word, I was propelled into an incredible action scene and an apocalypse to boot. The action and suspense are present throughout the book. I did not want to stop listening for a minute!

The audiobook quality and the pacing are amazing. Dahlia’s voice is what I expected and her personality shines through. Some of the other male characters’ voices can be a little annoying but overall I thought the performance was great. During some of the intense scenes, the narrator slows down to really provide the needed impact.

Even though there were previous books that I have not read I was able to understand the story and fell in love the with characters. Dahlia is a strong female character lead. The authors’ descriptions of the places and the creatures gave me clear visuals of the world. I love how Dahlias’ shifting is described. I cannot wait to read/ listen to the rest of the series!

Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Katie Matthews

Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ever since finishing book 1 in this series I’ve been looking forward to the second and it didn’t disappoint! I love how the author made me feel part of the story and that I was right there with Elinor trying to figure things out. I really enjoyed the angst going on between Elinor and The Duke – the blossoming slow relationship that’s starting between them is a great addition to the story.
This was a great novella and I am definitely looking forward to reading more about Elinor in the next instalment!!!

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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson – Review by Erin Vosters

Whispers in the WatersWhispers in the Waters by Sarah Chislon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The book is short and it’s very descriptive mainly because it’s a setup for the books to come. The story premise is good and enjoyable, although somewhat slow. Since this is a prequel that is understandable.

I feel like it is definitely good and makes the reader very interested in continuing into the series.

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