Posts

Festive Fates: 11 Spirited Holiday Tales Anthology by SE Smith, Jill Wallace, Eliza Sinclair, Kyndra Hatch, Candace Colt, Natalie Palma, Winnie Winkle, Electra Gajdos, Stephanie Harrell, Pauline Baird Jones, Cassandra Chandler – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Festive Fates: 11 Spirited Holiday TalesFestive Fates: 11 Spirited Holiday Tales by Natalie Palma
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a perfect holiday book to get into the paranormal spirit with! There are 11 different stories from a variety of authors that give you exactly what you need. Each story is so well written, I felt they gave me plenty to connect with the main characters in each story. Witches, aliens, shifters and more, with lots of action, romance and adventure. I’m definitely glad I picked up this book. It’s not your typical Hallmark Christmas movie. I recommend this collection of short stories.

View all my reviews

Rise of the Y (The Y Chronicles Book 1) by Angela D. Shelton – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Rise of the YRise of the Y by Angela D. Shelton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love dystopian books and this one did not disappoint. The author did an excellent job of world building. I could picture everything like I was there. Lexi’s character is so close to what I would be like. She is 17 and about to take a test that will determine her future. Her job, her home and her husband will all be decided for her, based on her test results. She knows what she is qualified for, but she doesn’t want a boring life and she sure doesn’t want them to pick a husband for her! If she blows the test, there will be consequences. This was a quick read for me. I read it in two afternoons and I can’t wait to read the next book to see what happens! If you enjoy any of the other dystopian books, please give this one a chance as well. You won’t be disappointed!

View all my reviews

Themes of Kismet by A. Akinosho – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Themes OF Kismet: A Multicultural Meet Cute RomanceThemes OF Kismet: A Multicultural Meet Cute Romance by A Akinosho
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was not my normal go-to kind of story, but I really did enjoy it. Ebun and Noah are very likeable characters. I wish I would have understood her family issues more from the beginning. I felt a little lost as to why she was in danger. But over all this was a very good book about chance meetings and fate. I would recommend it if you’re looking for a good weekend love story.

View all my reviews

Dark Moon Secrets (The Witch Moon Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Dark Moon Secrets (Witch Moon #1)Dark Moon Secrets by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this different take on a paranormal story. Tanjie didn’t known she was a witch until her neighbor passes away and leaves her what she thinks is a bookstore. Her character is independent and a bit stubborn. She wants to make her own life decisions but it seems more like fate already knows what it wants. Alaric is the Alpha’s son and should be next in line if he can stop chasing skirts and start acting like part of the pack. But it’s next to impossible once he met Tanjie. There’s definitely a pull between them. What will it mean for the witches and the wolves?

The author did a very good job with world building and made me like the main characters as well as a few others, from the start. My only complaint is I still have so many questions! I can’t wait until book 2 comes out!

View all my reviews

The Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

The Men of Eden Cove ManorThe Men of Eden Cove Manor by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great book by Naomi Valkyrie! A short, quick read that I was able to finish in one evening. It didn’t feel rushed. I liked the two povs. You could really get to know both Lucifer and Mordecai better. Full of mystery, m/m romance, humor and supernatural, I was definitely impressed. I recommend this fast read.

View all my reviews

Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Necromancy the MusicalNecromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not put it down! I read it in one afternoon. It is considered a young adult book but I’m in my 40s and really enjoyed it. I loved how it was from CeCe’s perspective, the typical 16 year old girl with teenager issues and some magic thrown into the mix. You can tell the author did her research not only on New Orleans, but on necromancy and magic as well. I highly recommend this book, for any age, if you’re into supernatural, magic, or just wanting a good laugh.

View all my reviews

Shadow Bringer (Raven Academy Book 1) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Shadow Bringer: Raven AcademyShadow Bringer: Raven Academy by Brandi Elledge
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me glued to it from the beginning! I really liked Riley’s character. She followed the rules but deep down she wanted more for her life. Asher shows up in her community and turns her life upside down. This was definitely my kind of book and it left me needing more! I can’t wait to read the next book!

View all my reviews

No Amends by Angela Lam – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

No AmendsNo Amends by Angela Lam
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read from Angela Lam. I really wasn’t sure what to expect. The cover and description didn’t really give me a whole lot but I figured I’d give it a shot. It wasn’t bad. The story itself was realistic and kept up a good pace. The fact that it was 2 povs and the time-line went back and forth for both of them, threw me off a bit. It was a little hard to follow. Over all it was a decent read and I would pick up something else from this author.

View all my reviews

My Big Red Monster (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

My Big Red MonsterMy Big Red Monster by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another cute book from Lois Wickstrom! This one is about a little girl who’s afraid of the monster under her bed and her brother doesn’t believe her. My granddaughter is 5 and loved the illustrations and thought it was a good idea to make the monster clean. The ending wasn’t my favorite but it works. My granddaughter is a huge fan of Lois Wickstrom and gets excited when I tell her we have another story to read!

View all my reviews

Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Chasing CheerChasing Cheer by Heather Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The perfect weekend holiday read! I’m a huge fan of the Hallmark Christmas movies and this book could absolutely be made into a movie! It was a quick read that kept me interested the entire time. Holly’s character is so sweet. I felt bad for her not really understanding why she struggled more than her father. I was a bit surprised they didn’t teach her growing up. But if you want to be put in the Christmas spirit, grab this book and a cup of hot cocoa!

View all my reviews

Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Allan Evans kills it again! Cade is back in book two facing more challenges. After stopping a serial killer in book one, he finds out about a website for serial killers to challenge each other! And besting the cop who caught the last serial killer is their goal. This book I feel is darker than the first but again, very well written. Allan Evans has a very unique writing style that I’m drawn to. If you like murder mysteries I highly recommend this book. It can be read alone, however do yourself a favor and don’t miss out on book one!

View all my reviews

Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another great book from Allan Evans! The cat and mouse game between the killer and our hero, Cade, is very well written. I would really like to dive deeper into Cade’s character but the story itself was a quick and easy read. I was never really left wondering what was going to happen next, but I thoroughly enjoyed the boom and am looking forward to reading the next installment. As always, I recommend reading this or any other story from Allan Evans.

View all my reviews

Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand Series Book 1) by Nicole E. Kelleher – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand, #1)Wild Lavender by Nicole E. Kelleher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from Nicole Kelleher and I really enjoyed it. Wild Lavender is the first book in this series. I was hooked from the first chapter. I loved Anna’s character and how strong she was. Lord Roger reminded me of my ex so he was easy to hate haha. Larkin was easy to love too. I was cheering for them the whole time. I am absolutely ready to start book two!

View all my reviews

Wondogfilled (Boys Unboxed) by Dr. Kimberlie Harris – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. (Boys Unboxed)Wondogfilled: Look, a Dog! The story for children who love dogs between the ages of 0-8. A perfect addition to home and classroom libraries. by Dr. Kimberlie Harris
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first children’s book I have read from this author. My 5 year old granddaughter loved the illustrations and thought the story was cute. She kept saying “That’s not a dog” and laughing. I thought the ending could have been better. I see she has another book and I look forward to reading it as well. The book is rated 0-8 years old but I think 0-5 is probably more accurate.

View all my reviews

Notebook Mysteries ~ A Party to Remember (Notebook Mysteries Series) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Notebook Mysteries ~ A Party to RememberNotebook Mysteries ~ A Party to Remember by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Yet another great book in the Notebook Mystery series! Emma is such a wonderful character that I have enjoyed in each book so far. In this story, they get invited to a party by a couple that they don’t normally see. Naturally, Emma is suspicious. Is there something going on, or is this just a party? Very quick read that keeps you turning the page.

View all my reviews

Shadow’s Fall (Shadowstalker Series Book 3) by Natalie Johanson – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Shadow's Fall (Shadowstalker Series Book 3)Shadow’s Fall by Natalie Johanson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series. I did not have the opportunity to read the first two before reading Shadow’s Fall. I was able to keep up, however I would like to go back and start at the beginning. That being said, I really enjoyed this book. It’s a dark fantasy story with a wonderfully written main character named Rose. I connected with her very easily. I do recommend this book, however do start at the beginning of the series.

View all my reviews

Heart’s Rescue (Fallen Hearts) by Meredith Hart – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Heart's Rescue (Hearts Below, #1)Heart’s Rescue by Meredith Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was the first book by this author that I have read. I wasn’t sure what to expect but it sounded interesting and the cover was cool. I’m so glad I gave it a chance! It started a little slow and confusing for me but within a few chapters I was addicted. I really liked Rowan’s character and I felt connected with Arryn’s character. The world building was excellent and what an interesting world it is! I liked the ending and am looking forward to reading more.

View all my reviews

The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 1) by K.L. Small – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring #1)The Magic Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by K. L. Small. I was intrigued by the title and the cover photo. I got hooked from the beginning. Russell is very relatable, especially to kids at the preteen age. He doesn’t want to be responsible for his grandpa! He’s got his own issues to deal with, like an old friend turned bully and his slipping grades. This book took me on adventures right along side Russell and his grandpa. I would recommend this book for many age levels and to be read to a younger group. I look forward to reading more books from this author.

View all my reviews

Mesmerised (Hybrid Lovers Book 2) by Toya Richardson – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Mesmerised (Hybrid Lovers #2)Mesmerised by Toya Richardson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not my first book from Toya Richardson but probably my favorite so far.
She did such a great job with the character development and Donna is very relatable. I am really starting to enjoy the different POVs in a story and this book did very well with it. I would say this story is fast paced and flows nicely. If you enjoy paranormal romance books, this is one you should consider. I’m glad I did and look forward to reading more of her books.

View all my reviews

Vampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Vampires of AtlantisVampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The title is what really got my attention. I love reading about vampires and the city of Atlantis has always intrigued me. I was not disappointed. I love the fact that Katherine isn’t a pushover and I can definitely relate to her character. The story moves pretty quickly and keeps you hooked from the beginning. There’s plenty of action and some steamy parts. There has to be a second book because I need to know if she finds the stone and many more things. I definitely recommend this book.

View all my reviews

Conversations with the Tarot by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Conversations with the Tarot: Bewitching Meditations on Reading the CardsConversations with the Tarot: Bewitching Meditations on Reading the Cards by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read several books by Maria DeBlassie and I really like her style of writing. This book made me feel like I was having a conversation with her and learning about the cards. I’m sure I will read this one more than once. As always, I never get what I think I expect from her books, but I get exactly what I need to. If you are interested in tarot cards, I recommend this book.

View all my reviews

Oathbreakers Anonymous by Scott Warren – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Oathbreakers AnonymousOathbreakers Anonymous by Scott Warren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book that I have read by this author. It did not disappoint. I just couldn’t put the book down. I had to know what happened next! The world building and character building was so good I felt I was there. If you like fantasy books that will keep you turning the page, give this a shot!

View all my reviews

Forbidden Blood (The Shadow Chronicles Book 4) by CR Robertson – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Forbidden Blood (The Shadow Chronicles Book 4)Forbidden Blood by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in the Shadow Chronicles series. I have been hooked since book one! Vampires, lycans, battles, love…I can’t ask for anything more. This book follows the sister of the main character that we have previously followed. The author does such an amazing job world building and character building. Please give this book a shot.

View all my reviews

The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

The Misery House (The House on the Hill #1)The Misery House by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by David Kummer. It is written in multiple POVs. Sometimes I don’t like that but it worked in this book. It helped build the suspense. It also shows the common fear of the creepy house on the hill. Every town has that one scary house that kids dare each other to go in. But what if there’s really something bad in there? This book leaves a killer cliffhanger and I can’t wait for book two!

View all my reviews

Soul Redeemed (War of Destiny Book 5) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Soul Redeemed (War of Destiny #5)Soul Redeemed by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 5th book in the series. I absolutely recommend you start at the beginning and give this whole series a shot. Plenty of vampires, action, love, guilt, learning. You won’t be disappointed! I’m glad there is room for another book because I wasn’t ready to say goodbye to these characters. Like the rest of the books, I had a very hard time putting this one down.

View all my reviews

Fallen Soul (War of Destiny Book 4) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Fallen Soul (War of Destiny #4)Fallen Soul by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 4th book in a very good series. This one is from the point of view of Lane instead of Julia. Lane is a lone vampire who feeds off of humans and vampires as well. Other vampires think he is insane and Valentino has ordered him killed on sight. He get surprised by Julia one night and realizes not all vampires are the same. He meets and helps her group. I’m not sure what to think about his “relationship” with Kali. Either way, it was a great addition to the series!

View all my reviews

Rise of the Hunter (Blood Prophecy Series) by Barb Jones – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Rise of the HunterRise of the Hunter by Barb Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book sounded very interesting to me and I have read other books by this author. There is a lot going on in this book and different point of views. I found it difficult to stay engaged in this one. It was a good story but it didn’t catch me like some. It was action packed and had wonderful characters, some old and some new. I am interested in seeing what happens next so I will be picking up the next book. Overall not a bad read.

View all my reviews

Truly Unfortunate (Welcome to Knollville Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville #1)Truly Unfortunate by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another truly amazing book from C. A. King! You think you know, and then here comes the twist. Truly had a bad childhood and as an adult, things don’t seem to be better for her, despite her efforts. She’s working three jobs to pay her rent and her psychiatrist. I really enjoyed this book and recommended you give it a try.

View all my reviews

People Safari by Feather Chelle – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

People SafariPeople Safari by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a very cute story about how animals possibly see us humans. How we live must really be very peculiar to them and even rather scary. My 4 year old granddaughter found the story amusing. She really liked the illustrations too. I would definitely consider purchasing this book for gifts as well.

View all my reviews

Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Jamie Truex

/0 Comments/in /by

Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by Sinister Styx and I’m hooked! This is a dark paranormal story filled with plenty of paranormal creatures, lust, love, murder and more. The cover caught my attention and the synopsis was intriguing, but the story was more than I’d hoped for. It was very fast paced and an easy read. I felt a connection with Belladonna. I can only hope there is more to come. I highly recommend this book if you like dark paranormal stories. I can’t wait to see what else this author has in store.

View all my reviews