Posts

Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Morgan is a nurse with 20 years of experience. Nothing surprises her anymore. With the ability to see ghosts after a near death experience.

When Esmeralda, a man-hungry woman, sets her sights on her boyfriend Caleb Lightfoot, Morgan starts to wonder about a future with Caleb, even though she feels like their relationship is moving too fast.

This was a fun and entertaining read. I had not read the first novel but the cover for both caught my attention.

I loved the characters and Morgan. My best friend is a nurse so reading this gave me a bit of an insight into what her days are like as well as others who work in a hospital.

So far, I saw there were only two novels in the series so far. I hope the author decides to write more.

View all my reviews

Blood & Vengeance (The Casket Girls Book 2) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Blood & Vengeance (The Casket Girls #2)Blood & Vengeance by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Desiree is hunting the remaining vampires with some help from Theron.
Jacob is a vampire that wants to find a way to hunt without killing.
I could not put this book down. The setting of New Orleans makes this all the more reason to read this. I’ve never been there but I am adding New Orleans on my places to visit list. I love reading books that make me want to travel.
The author did not disappoint. I hope we get novels in this series. The covers are so beautiful and alluring that it entices one pick it up.
I love supernatural elements and this novel has so much of it. Such an enticing novel.

View all my reviews

Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny Book 3) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny #3)Between Darkness & Light by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In the third installment, Julia is plagued by apparitions that only she can see and hear. This causes her to betray people she calls family to Valentino, The King of Vampires.

The last thing Matthew wants to see is Julia after her betrayal. He is finally building a new life for himself.

I really enjoyed this novel. I couldn’t stop myself from reading. The author has a way of making one invested in the characters and the consequences of their actions.

I don’t want to give too much away but I highly suggest reading this series.

I saw that there will be a fourth novel and I am really excited.

View all my reviews

Pursuit into Darkness (War of Destiny Book 2) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Pursuit into Darkness (War of Destiny #2)Pursuit into Darkness by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Seventy years after the end of the first novel, Julia has lived in peace as her powers develop more. But the peaceful days come to an end when Valentino arrives to destroy the threat to his leadership. When fleeing fails, fighting is the only option.

It has been a long time since I read the first novel, however, I was able to keep up and enjoy this novel.

I still have a soft spot for vampire stories and the originality gives this a refreshing and engaging feel while reading.

I see there is a third novel. I look forward to seeing what happens next.

View all my reviews

Vive la Resistance (Donovan Trait Book 3) by Seelie Kay – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Vive la ResistanceVive la Resistance by Seelie Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Donovan the three year old vampire lawyer is back! This time there is war raging between the Half Bloods who are fighting for survival and a place within the Vampire Nation who treat half bloods cruelly.

While this war is raging, they also have to be careful not to let it be known to the humans.

Donovan and his family are fighting the Vampire Coalition that wants them dead.

I haven’t read the second novel but this was also a run read but it was just as suspenseful as the first novel. There felt like there was so much at stake and I was on the edge of my seat as I read.

I will need to go back to read the second novel and find out how Donovan and their characters found themselves fighting the Vampire Coalition but I also hope we see Donovan again.

View all my reviews

Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Jake the Growling Dog Shares His TrailJake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jake’s favorite thing to do is hike his trail. He even sees his friend Neet, the squirrel.

But the two become uneasy when Jake spots set of tracks that doesn’t look familiar.

This causes the pair to be unable to sleep and wonder who the tracks might belong too. The next day, Jake is out with his dog friends Bodhi and Luna who follow him on the trail to find out who the tracks belong to.

This may be a kids book with pretty pictures but I love the message and lesson that it conveys.

I saw that the author has more books in the series. I can’t wait to read them to see what other messages she wants to convey to children.

View all my reviews

The Mermaid and the Ice Cube Necklace (Mermaid Science) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Mermaid and the Ice Cube NecklaceMermaid and the Ice Cube Necklace by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

During a picnic, Maia the Mermaid makes an ice cube necklace for Trezzie.

When Fig almost drowns in the water, the ice on the necklace becomes bigger and helps Fig stay above the water, being used as a life preserver.

Reading this made me feel like I was back in 5th grade science class. Learning about the phases of water. Now only did I enjoy the pictures but it was great to learn about water and how it freezes.

I think I am starting to get into middle grade books again after so many years of not reading them.

View all my reviews

The Day the Librarian Saved the Galaxy by Stephanie Wilson Peterson – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

The Day the Librarian Saved the GalaxyThe Day the Librarian Saved the Galaxy by Stephenie Wilson Peterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such fun and reminded me of being a kid reading My Teacher is an Alien by Bruce Coville.

When alien attack and kidnap the kids at school in order to get glorp, it is up to Sophia, her brother Aidan and the school librarian, Mrs. Booker to save them all.

I loved Mrs. Booker. The way she talked to the aliens, you just knew she was going to be a fun character and not all that she seemed.

I wish this was a series cause I would love to read more of Mrs. Booker.

View all my reviews

The Curse of a Faeblood by MK Lorber – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

The Curse of a FaebloodThe Curse of a Faeblood by M.K. Lorber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ember is an orphan who has been isolated but wishes to find others who have FaeBlood. She has to leave when her mother is killed.

Gavyn is a warrior that will protect his town. What happens when Ember stumbles upon the town?

The cover caught my attention and I don’t really many stories involving Fae so I decided to give it a try. The slow burn romance between Gavyn and Ember was well done. And I loved the world building around the small village.

I can’t wait for the next book.

View all my reviews

Manipulator’s War (Ruarnon Trilogy Book 1) by Elise Carlson – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Manipulator's War (Ruarnon Trilogy, #1)Manipulator’s War by Elise Carlson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ruanon is the heir of Tarlah, this involves lessons in fighting, history of the kingdom and more importantly how to run the Kingdom that will one day be theirs to rule. Because they are non binary, Ruanon works twice as hard to prove themselves to their father who is the current King.

The dangers of ruling over a Kingdom hits Ruanon in the face one night when their parents are kidnapped after a foiled assassination attempt. Now Ruanon is unsure of who to trust as they attempt to rule the kingdom and prevent war from a neighboring Kingdom.

Lihn finds herself in an unknown location while on a school trip to Australia. How did she get there? And more importantly, how does she get back home?

I really enjoyed this novel. It was fast paced and unpredictable. I couldn’t wait for both storylines to come together and how it would.

The main character being non binary is what cause my attention the most. It is not something I’ve seen before in the fantasy genre.

I saw that this is supposed to be a trilogy so I can’t wait for the next book.

View all my reviews

A Veil of Gods and Kings (Apollo Ascending Book 1) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

A Veil of Gods and Kings (Apollo Ascending, #1)A Veil of Gods and Kings by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I went into this just wanting something different to read. I love Greek Mythology but the last series I read was Percy Jackson, so I went into looking for a fun read.

Apollo is half mortal, when his father gives him the ultimatum to either ascend immediately or spend the next year mentoring Prince Hyacinth.

The two start out as enemies but that could change over time. This is a dual POV novel. Sometimes that works for me, where it enhances the story and other times it can feel repetitive. Thankfully this was not the case with this novel.

Greek Mythology tends to have some tragic elements which I have a feeling this will be. I do want to read the myth that this story is based on.

I am looking forward to reading the next novel in the series.

View all my reviews

Blood & Ravens (The Casket Girls Series Book 1) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Blood & Ravens: A dark, paranormal romance (The Casket Girls Book 1)Blood & Ravens: A dark, paranormal romance by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Greer is kidnapped in France and wakes up on a ship to New Orleans with the intention of being forced into a marriage to a someone she doesn’t know.

Theron is exiled to live amongst humans and selects Greer as his food.

I’m a sucker for vampires stories and when I saw the cover and premise, I was interested.

I don’t want to give too much away. I suggest reading this if you like supernatural or vampires.

I look forward to the next novel in this series.

View all my reviews

Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #2)Hush, My Darling by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It has been a while since I picked up mystery novel but the cover and title caught my attention.

This focuses on Elizabeth Benoit, who is the sheriff of a small town. She has had hardships of her own to overcome.

With the arrival of new recruit. Lila Dayne, her past may be coming back.

Two bodies surface, with similarities, a serial killer may be the culprit.

I don’t want to give too much away but I recommend this novel.

I hope there is more in this series and I will be reading the first book.

View all my reviews

The Hunted (Vampire Navy SEAL: Sam & Layla) by S.B. Alexander – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

The Hunted (Vampire Navy SEAL: Sam & Layla, #1)The Hunted by S.B. Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The concept of vampires and sworn enemies made me read this book.

Layla was raised to hunt and kill vampires and Sam is a vampire Navy Seal, meaning he is very strong.

His green eyes attract her. Is it possible her family was wrong about vampires?

I’ve been reading graphic novels a lot lately so it was fun to be sucked into a novel again.

The character development was amazing as was the plot.

This is my first novel by this author but it won’t be my last.

View all my reviews

Lost Soul (War of Destiny Book 1) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Lost Soul (War of Destiny # 1)Lost Soul by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Julia is forced from the man she loves into an arranged marriage with Gregory, a merciless man. A stranger offers her freedom but the price is a thirst for blood and to join the Vampire resistance.

This novel was more than expected based on the unsuspecting cover. I expected Julia to try to find a way back to Adam but this has twists and turns that I didn’t see coming.

I am so happy that this is series and I have more adventures and plot to look forward to.

It is always a great feeling when you finish a book that surprises you in a memorable way.

View all my reviews

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection, #4)Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hope has the power of telepathically, which she uses to help people, though she does it from a distance. When she connects with Russ, she is not sure why she is unable to disconnect with him, but she tries to help him nonetheless. In time, the two form a strong bond, but still do not understand the reason for the connection.

I do not want to give too much. I have a few of the other books in the series, and really enjoyed them. This novel was no different. I enjoyed paranormal stories, with telepathic connection. The mystery of why Russ and Hope were connected kept me engaged while reading.

I am hoping for later books in the series.

View all my reviews

Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Cosplay WorthyCosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Layla Bennett dreams of being a comic book artist. She has the chance to meet her favorite comic book artist Vic Williams at a convention but the meeting doesn’t go well when she becomes speechless.

Things take an unexpected turn when Vic and Layla connect online and soon get into a long distance relationship.

I really enjoyed this novel even more so with an African American protagonist. Not something I see a lot when it comes to stories like these.

I loved Layla and her ability to make costumes for Cosplay. It is amazing the things people are able to make.

I highly recommend this story.

View all my reviews

The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

The Traveler: Book 2The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Traveler is an ancient being, who has taken numerous forms to gain power and more experience.

Seeing as this is the second book, I don’t want to give anything away. I didn’t read the first one but I definitely will now to help fill in the gaps though I was too confused or lost while reading this novel.

This was more emotional than I expected with a title called ‘The Traveler’. I will admit while reading I kept thinking of Doctor Who.

I don’t know if there will be another novel in the series or not. I hope so we can read more about the The Traveler’s experiences.

View all my reviews

The Worry Knot by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

The Worry KnotThe Worry Knot by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Travel back in time to seventh grade, where homework and crushes were all there was to worry about.

Rourke Berger is hoping to make this year perfect but with obstacles such as neighbors will make that a difficult goal to reach.

I thought the cover and premise looked fun. The worries of seventh grade seemed like a lifetime ago to me so seeing it from Rourke’s view was even more exciting.

I went into this book thinking it would be like Diary of a Wimpy Kid with hilarious plots and characters but it was actually really heartwarming.

Rourke has a lot of problems going on, not only in his own life, with his sibling, but with the lives of his friends, which causes him to worry.

I highly recommend this novel to not only middle school but everyone. It went into this believing it was going to be a novel full of humorous chaos with Rourke, but finished it with a different perspective. I love it when I am wrong about a novel.

View all my reviews

A Bride for Noah (Brides of Broken Arrow) by Cheryl Wright – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

A Bride for Noah (Brides of Broken Arrow #1)A Bride for Noah by Cheryl Wright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After the death of his father, Noah believes that the large piece of land will be legally his on his birthday. In order for that to happen he must marry within a month or lose the land.

Mary Stanton has no money and jumps at the chance of marriage if it means escape.

This becomes a marriage of convenience but will the two find love?

I usually don’t read historical romances much but the plot caught my attention. It was a heartwarming story and I was hoping that Mary and Noah could make it work.

I noticed there were a novels in this series and if this are just as heartwarming as this, I look forward to reading them.

View all my reviews

Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Return of the Elf LordReturn of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In a desperate attempt to bring his family back, solider Bernard tries to change their fates. Instead he changes history and almost destroys the world in the process.

Alva has a dilemma of her own as her partner has started the countdown of ending the world in their own way.

The two join forces to stop the world from ending but at what costs.

This was a book I couldn’t put down. The cover caught my attention but the premise was even more interesting. I was worried that I wouldn’t get immersed into the story but I was hooked right away.

I look forward to reading what happens next.

View all my reviews

A Spider in the Garden by Courtney Davis – Review By Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

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

Living alone for two hundred years, Aranha is the last of the spider shifters.

Dag is a vampire who can walk in sunlight. The two at some point may become extinct.

Once they meet, things get complicated as Dag sees a future in Aranha’s face.

I don’t really like spiders but the cover caught my attention before I read the premise. Not often you see spider shifters in a paranormal romance novel so I couldn’t pass it up.

I am glad that I picked this up. It was a wild ride but I did not want to put this book down even with the main character being a spider shifter. It was a refreshing take on the genre. With the romance being between a spider shifter and a vampire, I will admit I was curious how that was going to work.

Overall, I really enjoyed this and recommend this people looking for something different to read.

View all my reviews

A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After a roadside bomb leaves her burned, former Army Sergeant Gina Fisher takes comforter in teaching online and sewing.

But her inner peace may come to an end when arson Inspector Byrce Cambridge takes an interest in her but she shoots him down. Seeing him again the next day at the bowling alley, Gina can’t resist the connection between them.

I really enjoyed this novel and I felt that the female protagonist being the one that is scarred and a former sergeant when I usually see that as part of the male protagonist to be different and refreshing in a way.

This was definitely a love worth fighting for and worth a read.

View all my reviews

Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 2) by Anise Storm – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan #2)Imperfectly Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an emotional journey I was not prepared for.

Elsa Fitzgerald is one of the most successful real estate agents in New York is dating Anton Kingston but something is missing from this happily ever after.

I don’t want to give too much away but this was an amazing story. I went into this thinking it was going to be another rich guy who falls in love and does whatever he can to keep her from slipping away because of his past but it is not. It is so much more.

I noticed that there are other novels in this series. They look to be standalones but I am excited to see the other couples and what they go through.

View all my reviews

The Bear at Midnight (Orkneyinga Murders Book 4) by Lexie Conyngham – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

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

While I am not one for historical mysteries, I was in the mood for something different.

When the Viking leader dies, it becomes the responsibility of the Earl of Orkney to choose a replacement and also solve the mystery of who killed the previous leader.

What made this such an engaging read is that I could not figure out who the killer one, since most of the characters had a motive and it could be any one of them. The surprise was who did it.

I have not read the previous novel but I plan to know more about the characters and their backstories.

I do not know what to give anything away, but I would definitely recommend it. I hope there is another book so I have more to look forward to reading.

View all my reviews

Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Apocalypse ThoughtsApocalypse Thoughts by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a fun and different read then what I would generally read.

Spring Break in Georgia for Kella O’ Malley turns deadly when people start to become cannibals.

Time is ticking to deliver something important on the path of the Appalachian Trail, with the help of other people she may be able to keep herself and little brother alive.

This reminded me of ‘The Walking Dead’ meets ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ which is one of my favorite shows. I don’t care for zombies too much but the premise was something I could not resist.

Being set during a pandemic also gives the impression of the COVID pandemic that we are currently still presently in or this could be a future where zombies exist. There are so many stories and tv shows about zombies and with each one, I know I do not wish to be apart of it. And if I am, I can hope I can be similar to Kella as far as her role.

I think this was written well and kept me engaged. I recommend for people looking for something different to read.

View all my reviews

Limbo by Laura Koerber – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

LimboLimbo by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The cover and topic in this novel greatly caught my interest and I could not wait to start reading it.

After dying, Alyse finds herself in a deserted town surrounded by souls. What does she do with her loneliness? Throw a block party of course!

But in the midst of planning the party, she learns about herself in ways that she was unable to do while still alive.

Words really can not describe this novel. It is short but it leaves a lasting impression.

I definitely do not want to give too much of the details aways, such as what Alyse learns, but I do highly suggest reading it.

View all my reviews

MURDER OFF ROUTE 82 (Eve Sawyer Mystery Book 3) by Jane Suen – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Murder off Route 82 (Eve Sawyer Mystery, #3)Murder off Route 82 by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was looking for a mystery that would help me escape reality for a while. This was the book.

Not long after solving a crime at the beach, college student Eve Sawyer is asked by a Mom to track down someone.

I have not read the other two novels in the series, but now I think I will marathon them, to learn more about Eve and her detective skills.

This was not a long book but it kept me busy reading and ignoring the world around me for sometime. I was sad when I finished it.

This definitely renewed my love for the mystery genre. I do not read them as often as I once did.

I really hope there is more to come for Eve.

View all my reviews

Master Trentino (Masters of the Consulate Book 3) by Sylvia Black – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Master TrentinoMaster Trentino by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love paranormal romances and it has been a long time since I read one. This captured my attention from beginning to end and I just love the cover.

I have not read the other novels in the series, but I did not feel confused or as if I was missing any important plot points.

Trentino meets Angel and on their second encounter, she gets shot. To save her, he turns her into a vampire. The relationship and chemistry between the two was one of the highlights of the novels. I loved learning more about this world and the other characters.

It was amazing to see how well Angel adapted and the secrets Master Trentino and Angel uncovered.

I read online that novels do not have to be read in order so I am looking forward to reading from the beginning and the rest of the novels that will be released.

View all my reviews

Diabolical Sword (The Charm Collector Book 1) by Melissa Erin Jackson – Review by Moriah Venable

/0 Comments/in /by

Diabolical SwordDiabolical Sword by Melissa Erin Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After the death of her father, Harlow Fletcher leaves the life of bounty hunters and makes a new career for herself as a freelance charm collector. She’s really good at finding rare artifacts.

A sword catches her eye and she knows who might buy it. Unfortunately the sword has a life of its own and causes trouble for Harlow.

This was such a fun read and I loved Harlow. This was a fresh take on the genre and I really enjoyed reading about this world.

I hope we get book 2 soon.

View all my reviews