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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Shelly Kittell

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

What a terrific Sci-Fi/Adventure story! I went into this story not sure what to expect and the author blew me away. The story of two people that are out for nature hike and end up somewhere they never dreamed of. The descriptions of both worlds and the cave were such that it was easy to visualize them as you went along. What an adventure to just take yourself and supplies and go into the unknown. Reading about it is the only way I’d do it. The author gave me a story about it that had me engaged and so into it that I didn’t want to stop reading. The characters were well-written. I could relate to Thomas because I’m from that generation. “I’m with stupid” was our jam. This was a story with a bit of a spine chill yet an exciting thrill. The buoys on the lake made me think of a Stephen King moment. I hope to see more from this. Loved it. Highly recommend it.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Rachel Moss

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

This was a really interesting and quick read! If you don’t like a lot of visual writing you may want to skip this one though, because it has a lot of visuals! You definitely have to have a vision. This was a different Sci-Fi than I’m used to reading, and I really did enjoy this one. It had more to do with portals and dimensions than being in space. I easily got lost in this one and had a few chuckles throughout reading it. This was a really great read and I highly recommend it.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Kayla Kearney

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Even though this story was quite unlike anything I’ve read recently, I thoroughly enjoyed the adventure that the characters and the reader themselves went on with this book! The author has great attention to detail, the book was incredibly hard for me to put down, and the best part of it all was it was a great way to spend the afternoon, taking less than two hours to read! I felt like I was being transported to another world as I spent the afternoon devouring this novel. I was so sad to reach the end! I thoroughly hope that the story of Thomas and April continues, their friendship was so adorable and I thoroughly enjoyed the constant back and forth between the two of them. Can’t wait to read more by this author!

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman
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Genre – Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Adventure, SCI FI
Page Count – 339
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An ancient prophecy foretells the diabolical plans of an exceedingly intelligent and powerful being. To ensure reality continues to unfold as desired, the ‘god’ entity will utilize the innate powers contained in the Dokkaebi-of-all-Creation to destroy various universes that make up the MultiVerse.
Celestial beings most capable of stopping these plans for destruction become trapped in an alternate reality. Can they escape this illusion before their fates are sealed forever?
Former twins from the lost continent of Atlantis will play pivotal roles in countering the threat of total annihilation for untold numbers of lives across the MultiVerse. Will they be able to help save their current home worlds and the mentors who have taught them so much?
A beautiful and enlightened queen is enlisted in the team’s quest to find an ancient artifact that could assist them in locating the Master Mage. This wizard is their only real hope for defeating the former celestial leader. Can this strange and unassuming being provide what is needed?
While the outcome cannot be fully predicted from the discovered text and images, both sides prepare for an inevitable confrontation as the ancient prophecy plays out. As ‘gods’ and mortals face off in the battle for the future of all creation, which ideals and forces will reign supreme?

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Genre – Science Fiction, Military, Action
Page Count – 256 pages
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Give the Enemy Hell!
At the ass-end of the galaxy, Allied Forces—including the 142nd Mobile Special Ops Team, better known as Daire’s Devils—stand ready to defend the contested colony planet Demeter from military invasion and corporate exploitation.
But when the Allied Forces are infiltrated by those determined to secure the secret designs of AeroCom’s new prototype flag ship, the Galloway, the newest member of the Devils, Corporal Katrion Alexander, finds herself facing off against an unexpected menace, synthetic operatives indistinguishable from living beings.
She and the Devils must neutralize this new threat, but how when the enemy wears a trusted face?

The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Amanda Swindle

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

In this fast paced story, Thomas sets out on a hike and turns out to be one heck of an adventure. I am not typically a Sci-Fi reader but this one kept me wanting to know what happens next. I really enjoyed how well the scenes were set and the pictures laid out for you. The geeky references to Star Trek and other sci-fi related shows really made me smile. I enjoyed that the main character is not your typical young stud that winks at all the ladies and wins them over, but a 60 yr old man with realistic expectations. It definitely reads smoothly, and easy to follow, with intricate characters and character growth along the way. This is a new author for me, but I really enjoyed the writing style and pace. Overall, I would say 4.5 stars, and I will be delving into some other Leon Stevens books soon!
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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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

5 Stars
The View from Here by Leon Stevens

The View from Here is a wonderfully written Sci-Fi/Adventure that once you start reading you won’t want to stop till you’ve finished . This is a fairly new author to me and I’m definitely a fan already and can’t wait to read more from him. This is a fast paced story that will keep you turning the pages to see what is going to happen next. This is a story about Thomas and the hike he sets out to do. Only he didn’t realise the adventure he was really going to go on. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. If you like adventure and Sci-Fi then this is definitely worth the read.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This Sci Fi Adventure story is certainly different. We are taken on a journey to another place or is it another time? It seems this author has many different genres, but I guess that is what you get when you read from the artistic view of an author, musician, songwriter, and composer. His writing shows he is an eclectic person loves to engage, captivate, and entertain and keep his audience on their toes. I think it would be very interesting to get inside his head, although I am not sure I would find my way back. Anyhoo, you will find yourself strangely intrigued by this quirky and vividly imaginative tale if you are able see things from outside what is considered the norm.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Kelli Harper

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is unlike anything I have read before. I have never had a book that has drawn me in and kept me there just waiting to see what happens next. I am usually a romantic comedy kind of girl and this story is far from that. There are moments when you are just reading along and holding your breath hoping that nothing bad happens. Then you take that deep breath and just read along anxiously hoping that the main characters get from point A to point B with out failing. This book was very interesting and I hope there is a sequel, I really would like to know what is next for our adventurers.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Kerry Baker

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I honestly didn’t know what to expect going into this book. It is a new author to me and with such a vague description it almost felt like going in blind. For me this book was all about the characters. They are what initially oulled me into the story and they are also what kept my interest the most. The author makes it so easy to believe the characters and their story. I found myself completely absorbed by them.
I really enjoyed this story. It is what I expected but it was well written and a great read. This is definitely worth your time.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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

This was a book, not to be passed up in any form or shape at all! I found the adventure astounding in more ways than one. The descriptive techniques by the author really created a visual masterpiece I really enjoyed how the story flowed, with the author’s technique and making the story come to life!

I am someone as much as Thomas I would say, who loves to go on the adventure of a nature walk, but I like him, would not expect anything more to come of it. What happened to him was visually amazing and something beyond his eyes and mind I would say. I loved the adventure itself, what he got experience was something that an experience for the reader as well, visually speaking. I loved how things flowed from that moment on and what happened and what Thomas got to experience. Breathtaking book, I could not put this one down. It was a book I will not forget reading. When I concluded it, I felt very much at peace, and full of amazement with visual images soaring through my mind! Loved it!

A very impressive author in writing I would say! Highly recommend this thrilling adventure and this very creative author as well. Both are very high on my recommendation list! Truly a treat, and not one that should even be considered to be past up. The book takes you on a journey, that is far beyond the far corners of your imagination. Loved this beautiful book and for all it contained!

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Carrie Reed

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

5 stars!!!

Excellent book! I was so engrossed in this story and absolutely did not want it to end! I really hope there will be more added onto this book soon, I really want to see what happens with April and Thomas in their future. I really liked reading about this world they stumble upon and the quick friendship they formed, even with an age gap. Everything was so vividly explained and described that it was really easy to picture what this world looked like. Dorito leaves was a funny way to describe the taste of the food, and calling whatever creature they met Flick. This was a really fun read, and I can’t wait to check out more by this author.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Kerry Carr

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this sci-fi adventure story. The author does an amazing job of world building and the description of the world inside the cave to the world outside the cave is what really makes the reader feel they have crossed over into another place.

The characters are well written. Both are adventurous and wanting to learn more about the place they have found no matter how crazy it seems.

The main point of this story for me is the characters resilience and their determination to survive what ever this new world throws their way. Using only their combined knowledge they need to figure out what this place is and why its there. What I liked is the fact that the characters do get things wrong which makes them feel very real and human.
You are taken on a adventure into a strange unknown world. And they only have their  knowledge and health  to survive the tasks and things that will be thrown at them. Will they survive this unique and different world?

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this adventure story. This is a newer author for me which I enjoyed their writing style as well as their attention to details. This is a well written story where the characters pull you in from the beginning. It is a story about Thomas and what happens when he sets out on a hike. The thing about this hike is something that he did not expect and an adventure of a lifetime. He is a great character that brought the story to life. He made me want to know what was going to happen next. This is a fast paced story that will take you on an adventure that was hard to put down. An engaging story that you don’t want to miss. I enjoyed the character growth as well as the growth of the plot. I really enjoyed this book and what the characters brought to the story. I highly recommend it.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens
Genre – SCI-FI, ADVENTURE
Page Count – 160 pages
Cover Designer – Leon Stevens with images from BookBrush

What would you do if you found yourself on or in another world? Do you have the skills and knowledge needed to survive or to make sense of what you see?
Thomas sets out on a hike he has done many times before. Taking only what he needs for the three or four hours he expects to be gone, he passes a vehicle in the parking lot. The handwritten note on the dashboard read: Not Abandoned. The view at the end of the trail was not what he expected—neither were the friendships.
Two people with adventurous spirits, heading off into the unknown with only their physical fitness and combined knowledge to get them through everything they may encounter.
How far could you make it?

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Leon Stevens is an author, composer, guitarist, songwriter, and an artist, with a Bachelor of Music and Education. He published his first book of poetry, Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures in January 2020, followed by a book of original classical guitar compositions, Journeys, and a short story collection of science fiction/post-apocalyptic tales called The Knot at the End of the Rope and Other Short Stories. His newest publication is the novella, The View from Here, which is a continuation of one of his short stories. He is currently working on a new collection of poetry.

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Unchained Memory(Interstellar Rescue Series Book 1) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Unchained Memory (Interstellar Rescue, #1)Unchained Memory by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Asia wakes on the side of the road and realizes she’s lost 3 hours of her life with no memory of what happened, and what’s happened will shake her to the core.

cue Ethan a psychiatrist specialist in odd cases comes into the story to try and help Asia. At first Ethan is just there to help her while he realizes he has a few similar cases. however their relationship soon develops long past what’s appropriate for patient and doctor, and as they delve into discovery of the truth they have to outrun operatives bent on maintaining secrets of mind control, aliens, slavery and so much more together.

this story is well written, hooked me from the prologue and the characters are well developed with the stories dual perspective writing kept you wanting more

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by La Toya Lewis

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

The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan really surprised me. When I started the book, I didn’t know what I’d gotten myself into. I felt much like Tristen did when he first saw Harry and I didn’t know how I was going to get through this book. By the time I was done, I loved Harry like an old friend. Who knew that I could love a book whose main character is a spider of all things?! Well written with lovable, relatable characters; I recommend this book to Sci-Fi lovers everywhere. This story is a refreshing take on finding friendship in the most unlikely places. Clever and witty, this book left me in tears. Definitely a wonderful book to start the new year off!

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Lyndsay Withey

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

Wow! Really there is not much I can fully put into words to describe the journey you go on when you read this book! When I first stumbled across this book, I was intrigued by the premise and wanted to know more. From the very beginning of the book, the author tosses the reader feet first into her world. She truly builds a world where the reader can picture exactly everything that is happening. There are so many questions and every time we find an answer more questions come up. This was an amazing story and it has a sequel I can’t wait to read!

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Kristy Nelson

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m so happy I found this author. Her way of writing is an entire storytelling experience. This book grabbed my attention from the very beginning and I was hooked all the way through. She has this way of making you feel completely immersed in the world she has built. I can’t wait to read the next installment!

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Corine Lombardi-Quiles

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was surprised that I enjoyed this book.
I am not a huge sci-FI fan but this author knows what she is doing.
So much happens in this story that you don’t know end game.
The traveler is this being that can take power over all.
But one human can be the savior or demise of man kind.
There are morals to this story that had me hooked.
By the end I did not know how to feel and I love it
So many different adventures go on in this story and I am telling you I may be addicted.
There is a book two and I cant wait.
Love the characters and the worlds that are created it is so creative and defined.
This is a top tier sci-FI read.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Traveler is an exciting speculative fiction novel. I didn’t really know what to expect when I started it, just that I was intrigued, and can safely say I would never have anticipated what it would actually be like. Totally original, and captivating!
Tristan is very down-to-earth and likes things predictable and familiar. He likes to be able to make sense of things, and isn’t particularly fond of surprises. So when the Traveler turns up, he has a lot of questions. And concerns. And panic.
The Traveler is a fascinating creature, and the more I learnt the more I wanted to know. If you’ve ever been disappointed that aliens and fantasy creatures are often humanoid, this will satisfy your thirst for something different!
There’s something Douglas Adams-y in the tone of the story, and there are similarities between Tristan and Arthur Dent. So I would recommend this book to fans of wacky stories like that! And any fans of speculative fiction looking for something new and a bit different. I would not recommend it to arachnophobes, unless you’re working on exposure therapy…
This book gets five stars from me. There’s a sequel out soon which is definitely going on my tbr list! Can’t wait to read more of the Traveler’s adventures.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by stephanie nicole

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While I will admit that I am not normally a Sci-Fi reader this author definitely changed my mind with this book. Our author really knows how to grab ahold of her reader in the beginning and keep them on the edge of their seats while she takes them on a wild ride. The ebb and flow of this book and its plots were both equally beautiful and I loved all of the characters. But more then loving the characters I love how she takes us almost behind the scenes and really let’s us see what makes each character who they are. This story really has it all from the power of friendship, trust, survival and so much more I just simply couldn’t put it down. So if the beautiful cover and the blurb aren’t enough to make you read this amazing story, then I also highly recommend you pick up a copy today.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Ayla Eddy

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a unique Sci-fi fantasy story. It is a story like none that I have ever read before. The author did wonders with creating their own take on how first contact with extraterrestrial happened. There were a number of ways things could have gone in the story, but many times I found that my guesses for what would happen next was not right. I was left wanting to continue reading to know what would be happening next. Had I met the Traveler in the same way I would have had a totally different reaction than Tristan. I highly enjoyed this read. I am most definitely looking forward to continuing this series. If you are reading this review and still trying to decide I would encourage you to stop hesitating and jump into this sci-fi fantasy adventure!

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Jo Frizzell

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book drew me in and kept me wondering! I just wanted to keep reading to understand. Honestly, Tristan’s immediate reaction to Harry was much more mild than mine would have been. My roommate would have been dying laughing at me while I cried in a mixture of fear and confusion. I have to give this author kudos for just having such a knack for showing the world she’s designed with words in a way that makes me want to know if Harry has tried to talk to me and I had the aforementioned freakout and made him leave, or if she has just created this world that is like ours, but not.

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The Traveler by Deborah Dugan–Review by Jerricka Brown

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was amazingly entertaining. I found myself lost in the adventure of it. This is a new author to me and I am so glad to have discovered them. I was taken on an emotional roller coaster, which is new for me while reading a sci-fi book. I highly recommend this.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Stephanie Colley

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

What a ride.
This story takes you’d on adventure and all the twists and turns you would find in most sci-fi books. But this story sucks you in with all the detail and the knowledge you find along the way. The main characters have great chemistry and seem to make the story complete! It was like you were right there with them!
You will not want to put this book down! 100% worth the read.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Liz Vrchota

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Every now and then I come across a book that I struggle with when it comes time to sit down and review. Not because the book was bad but because the book can’t possibly be summed up by my words adequately I feel in a way that could possibly equate the greatness that is the book. This happens to be the case with this one and I just was not expecting it to say the least. I don’t normally choose the sci-fi genre to begin with but this cover drew me in and made me read the synopsis which in turn made me want this journey in my head. I am so glad I picked it up and took the chance because this is one I will be purchasing a hardcopy of to devour over and over again and love thoroughly for years to come. The vivid words and world this author builds inside this book is one I felt as if I walked in myself. She painted this world so beautifully that I felt as if I was there myself. I could see this play out before my eyes as if I could touch the colors and the elements. This could make an amazing movie in the right hands. I won’t ruin anything by sharing much more than what is already shared in the synopsis but you won’t be sad that you picked up this novel. It is one that will make you think and relish all in one sitting. What more could you ask for? I can’t wait to see what comes next!

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The Traveler by Deborah Dugan – Reviewed by Jennifer Murray

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan

The chronology is somewhat distorted, which, having a migraine, like the main character does in the beginning of the story, is a typical occurrence. So with that disruption of linear time, we go on a self reflection for a better understanding of self. interesting concept with interesting characters and I can’t wait to continue the story in the next book.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Kayleigh Allen

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I don’t read sci-fi books, but holy cow this book definitely changed my mind and my outlook on them. Deborah has a way of catching your attention and keeping it throughout the whole book. I actually felt like I was learning so much while reading this book. I felt like I was right there with the characters and doing everything with them. I just couldn’t put this book down at all. This book really does take you on a journey.

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The Traveler (The Traveler, Book 1) by Deborah Dugan – Review by Diana Balderas

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The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh wow.
Man is very hard to describe a book with a few words without spoiling it. I believe that whoever wants to find a fine adventure will turn their heads into this direction.
The author did an amazing job with the story and h9onestly the description made a lot of noise in my head (the good kind) im stocked about the development on the story and the creation of this adventure that the Traveler has to achive. Great characters and super engaging story.

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