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Helm of Awe (Anchoress Series Book 3) by D.L. Armillei – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Helm of Awe (Anchoress Series #3)Helm of Awe by D.L. Armillei
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Please…. You must read the first Two books to truly understand what’s at stake, who these characters are and why they are important!

We pick back up in Van’s senior year in a very Hunger games sorta style challenge that Van struggles with when she again loses control of her temper and it hurts her again leading her to again believe locking down her emotions is the way to go. Can she learn?

The 3rd book wouldn’t be complete without another time crunch mission, this one to Prince Ferfox (Ie Mr off limits) home… but everything goes to shambles and the clock is ticking.

Can Van embrace her feelings , come to terms with who she might love and fully accept who she is in time?

Must read to find out. I’m sorta sad this Journey is over I’m certainly going to miss Van’s tenacity and angst!

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Plauge of Death (Anchoress Series Book 2) by D.L. Armillei- Review by Melissa Saxton

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Plague of Death (Anchoress, #2)Plague of Death by D.L. Armillei
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Van is back in this spellbinding YA series after spending some time training, coping with the loss of her father and so many members of her team and learning Brux the boy she’s falling in love with is now her protector and completely off limits

Now again Van has 30 days to save both worlds on a mission to check a seal between both worlds and ultimately to find the other items of creation. For whatever reason, Van wants her (let’s face it) selfish best friend along for the ride and to her horror her arch nemesis who’s dating her ex boyfriend will be along for the ride.

A new character and instant chemistry love interest is introduced but is so far beyond forbidden Van struggles to understand her feelings for this one and instead tries to suppress all her emotions thinking it will give her control.

What will she learn in this story? you definitely need to find out.

Please read Book 1. it’s imperative to understand the story!

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Shock Of Fate (Anchoress Series Book 1) by D.L. Armillei- Review by Melissa Saxton

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Shock of Fate (Anchoress #1)Shock of Fate by D.L. Armillei
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Van a wealthy, spoiled and entitled girl has her world turned upside down one night when she finds out there is much more to her than meets the eye and everyone around her is keeping secrets.

She is thrust into an entirely new realm with her (let’s be honest) selfish and shallow best friend and a team of people shes never met but is forced to trust if they are going to complete their mission.

Along the way Van will have to learn more about herself than she ever imagined, including secrets she never knew her family was keeping, about her lineage, what she wants and *gulp* who she may love….

can she make it through the storm of her mission with herself, her friendship and what she thought she knew intact?

this book is a must read to find out and then dive right into the rest of the series you won’t be sorry!

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The Ghastly Gumball by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Ghastly GumballThe Ghastly Gumball by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Meet Lockwood…. desperately looking for a pick me up and for whatever reason chooses a gumball…. and it changes his life forever.

He starts being able to do crazy things and then slowly learns of an entire world full of creatures he was completely unaware of… and someone close has been keeping secrets.

This author never fails to disappoint this was a shorter story in comparison to others but it was rich with creativity, descriptions, character development (I mean… who thinks up a smoking octopus named clyde…haha!)

This is a fun read full of humor sarcasm drama a little bit of heat and can be read in one sitting. This author never fails to disappoint. check it out!

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Apocalypse (Guardians of the Garden Book 2) by Theresa Pocock – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Apocalypse (Guardians Book II)Apocalypse by Theresa Pocock
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This 2nd installment of a great series starts with Seth, who ie desperately struggling between his feelings for his love Miriam and his dedication, love for his sister who is dying.

Situations arise (no spoilers!) where he consistently feels like he has to choose between them, and making a choice will destroy him as he wants his love for both. Does he choose his sister, or does he choose to betray his love? Can he make a choice?

This book continues the storyline of the protection of The elusive Garden of Eden. There’s ebough angst, and inter character drama that will keep you hooked but also somehow find yourself desperately invested in their wants, and needs.

Can’t wait to read the 3rd book!

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Daire’s Devils (Daire’s Devils Series Book 1) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Daire's DevilsDaire’s Devils by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jump into an action packed high stakes military Sci fi adventure!

this is a well done military Sci fi that starts out with Kat a MC who thinks she’s been dispatched to a boring assignment but it turns into anything but. This multi POV military Sci fi brings so much camaraderie, sarcasm, quick humor and strong attention to detail that you feel immersed in these characters adventure and its hard not to like any of them.

I did feel like the action was a tiny bit rushed so I had to slow down my typical reading style to make sure I got all of the well built details but it is worth it as you can easily miss important bits it you aren’t paying attention.

this adventure is left open with hopefully more story to come as you’ll be invested in the outcome of the story at the end!

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The Bear at Midnight (Orkneyinga Murders Book 4) by Lexie Conyngham – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The Bear at Midnight (Orkneyinga Murders #4)The Bear at Midnight by Lexie Conyngham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jump right into political intrigue and well done historical mystery crime solving.

The leader of the hall of Buckquoy dies. There needs to be a replacement but there is no male heir. There is an illegitimate son, a nephew and a local all who could assume the role and an Earl has to decide.

The leaders wife, now a widow has a daughter who seems to have her favorite to take over, but when the daughter turns up murdered so many questions ensue. Who killed her, and why? is it to influence the selection of the leader? is the mother involved, is it completely unrelated?

this story is a great historical crime novel which will both let you learn of culture, political intrigue and hierarchy but also have you lost in this story desperate to find out what actually happened.

You won’t regret this read!

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Journeys Through Collection: Volumes 1-3 by James Talisman – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Journeys Through Collection: Volume 1-3Journeys Through Collection: Volume 1-3 by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A mysterious voice is heard inside the minds of multiple people across time and the multiverse to spread warning and encouragement for the amazing journey they are about to undertake. Beings across time and space will have to work together to save the multiverse from complete destruction.

This series is the first Sci-fi series that had me hooked from Page one. The intricate world building and character development is nothing short of amazing.

There is multiple POV in this story, and this story will explore the theories of multiverse, consciousness, time travel, prophecies, spirituality, and ancient wisdom.

the characters introduced will grow, learn and change with each subsequent story leading to a action packed conclusions.

Can they save multiverse from destruction? Will “good” or “evil” prevail.

This is a can’t miss series!!!

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Melissa Saxton

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

Prepare for another adventure into multiverse this time with twins Matt and Rashella at the healm who have to find an ancient artifact and save entire universes from being erased… the entire multiverse is in danger!

Yet again this author has you delving into consciousness, spirituality, time travel and prophecies while expertly building worlds and developing characters in a way that hooks you to their journey and you can’t stop reading!

I truly enjoy how the returning characters have changed and grown as the series progressed in complicated and beautiful ways. It’s imperative to read the first two books if you want the full effect from this fantastic series.

This is a can’t miss and a GEM of an author who truly understands writing and projects passion and true literary art in every word.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

wow! this book is an incredible dive into the possibilities of parallel dimensions or possibly other worlds!
This hooked me in the first 3 pages and I finished it in one sitting. Thomas and April do not know one another but their paths cross and an ultimate journey begins.
Exploring an entirely different world and having to solve puzzles using their combined math and science knowledge and survival skills.

What do they find? Can they get back to earth? Is there other life out there?

This Novella feels like the start to a series that will be captivating. I can’t wait to see if it is!

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Face the Fire (Moore Family Saga Book 5) by Michele Sims – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Face the FireFace the Fire by Michele Sims
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Miles and Bella have it all, a wonderful hot and spicy marriage, a set of healthy beautiful twins and a thriving business in the music industry.
under wraps is Miles Paranormal gifts that he hides from the world.

but success always comes with jealousy, intrigue, danger and competition. Can Miles and Bella keep their family safe, their secrets safe and their relationship alive? Can they withstand jealousy and others wanting to take what they’ve earned?

Great Paranormal Romance! I did not read the other stories and didn’t need them to understand them

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles Book 2) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Melissa Saxton

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To be a Fae Guardian (Realm Chronicles, #2)To be a Fae Guardian by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Here we are again with a terribly young queen with insight far beyond her tender age of 16 years old.

Titania struggles as the realm doesn’t appreciate she saved them from disaster and instead condems her. she struggles knowing her instincts are right and true but a council of a different generation can’t see things the way she does.

she perseveres despite some heart lurching goodbyes and she learns not to trust so quickly except in her own decisions. she makes one hard decision after another but continues above all else to put the realm and her kingdom first.

will she regain trust in herself, can she erase self doubt…can she protect a realm that doesnt seem to want her protection and can she mend her poor young broken heart….?

wonderful YA series… its a can’t miss!

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To be a Fae Queen (Realm Chronicles Book 1) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Melissa Saxton

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To be a Fae Queen (Realm Chronicles, #1)To be a Fae Queen by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

the youngest child of a King and Queen who’s lives were turned upside down with tragedy leaves 15 year old Titania as the queen of her realm.

her early rein is fraught with decisions to be made that are far beyond her tender years but Titania though stubborn and headstrong always puts her Realm before herself.

Many will be plotting against her thinking her to young to lead and some of those plotting behind her back will shock you.

Can Titania grow from an entitled princess kept locked up by parents trapped by tragedy into a young leader… her journey and growth will keep you captivated to the last page!

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Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Apocalypse ThoughtsApocalypse Thoughts by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I can’t say enough about this book. Kella, the main character is a snarky, brutally honest girl who we hear all of her inner thoughts and feelings and internal monologs throughout this story and it truly is what makes this story the masterpiece that it is.

Her fierce protection of Huck, her brother who is unique in his world views is an added conflict while they try to traverse the Appalachian trail with something that might just save the world from a virus gone awry turning humans into virus spreaders in one bite.

in our current covid world this story is compelling and the cliffhanger you are left on is a powerful one making you want so much more. you won’t be able to put this one down!.

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Melissa Saxton

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5)King of Pain by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Trevyn, who previously a hunter of thrane is stuck in the legacy of his families brutality which is well known by many. He manages to break free of his families legacy and became captain of a ship of the anti slavery interstellar rescue squad.

Lael, a shape-shifting Hinarr survives a broken heart after the death of her father at the hands of Thrane and fights everyday for her people who are considered “less” as they lack the telepathic ability of the Thrane.

The thrane rule their home planets making the Hinarr slaves, but the deep secrets, conspiracy and political intrigue about to be uncovered is deeper than both of them could ever know.

Trevyn receives orders to intercept a pirate ship smuggling weapons for slavers and finds Lael leading the charge, and begins to question everything he knows.

Thrown togethet by fate, needing to rely on their differences to keep them both alive , can these enemies mend their broken hearts with unexpected Romance?

this was an outstanding read, fast paced, action packed and much like the other books in the series leaves you breathlessly wanting more

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The Unholy by Paul DeBlassie III – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The UnholyThe Unholy by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Claire witnessed her mother’s death at the age of 5. her mother was a medicine woman which Claire Inherits but rejected it and clings to being a natural healer. but increasing visions and obvious medicine woman supernatural happenings are increasing with her everyday including violent dreams and visions.

Claire finds herself back in the community where it all happened as the director of psychiatric care. however all is not what it seems

the clinic is funded by dirty money extorted from wealthy religious zealots who are run much like a cult by the evil arch bishop…. the arch bishop who does not like the power that Claire has simmering just under the surface.

Claire starts asking questions when tragedy strikes and you dive head long into good versus evil struggle veiled in religion.shes threatened, stalked and it gets worse but that would be a spoiler so I’ll let you find out!

this was a good book. I wished the ending had as much care as the character building did in the beginning it felt a little rushed but overall this book was a great look into Indian folklore and religious structure and is worth the read

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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Ember's Secret (Solstice Quartet #1)Ember’s Secret by Catherine Peace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Family secrets, traditions and duty clash with the “regular world” when Austin a TV personality meets Ember a small town girl (so she seems) with a talent for cooking but no one to appreciate it.

Ember however is so much more than she seems….and Austin… somehow can feel this

there is so much angst in Embers story trying to decide what’s best for her and her family and her secrets… not only that you think you know her secrets but oh boy SUPRISE! THERE’S MORE

This was a wonderful Paranormal Romance and well built I look forward to the next one!

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