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The Crown of Stones Trilogy Box Set (The Crown of Stones Series) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Amanda Swindle

The Crown of Stones Complete TrilogyThe Crown of Stones Complete Trilogy by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Crown of Stones is the first series I have read from C.L.Schneider and was an amazing intro into this author. The trilogy is composed of Magic Price, Magic Scars, and Magic Borne.
In book one (Magic Price) we meet Ian Troy: Bounty Hunter. Ian lives in exile and has a rough and rugged past. When the past comes back to haunt him, he must once again take up magic to abolish the threats. Book two (Magic Scars) follows book one, and Ian Troy is in trouble. To suppress his magic, Ian has been tortured and drugged into submission. Ofcourse, our hero isn’t going to sit back while the world around him, and within him, crumbles. In an attempt to answer the questions in his head, and facing his past over again, Ian uncovers secrets that were perhaps better left unfound. Book three (Magic Borne) brings us to the end of Ian’s story and The Crown of Stones in order to free himself, and his people, from the torment and suffering they have endured.
The Crown of Stones Trilogy is a dark fantasy full of adventure, twists, and hard decisions. The characters are believable with their trauma and back story trickling in, and their reactions to events as they happen. Readers should be advised that some parts do get quite heavy as our hero traverses not only the trauma around him, but also within himself. This was a fantastical series and I will be looking into more works from C.L.Schneider!

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
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Genre – Dark Paranormal Romance
Page Count – 82
Cover Designer – EmCat Designs

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He’s my new obsession and the key to avenging my people. René is the only one who cares about the dead, because he knows deep loss. We’re kindred spirits. I’ll give him relief from his pain, and he’ll give me everything – including his life.

René

Three years of being steeped in death, booze, and pills have finally caught up with me. I think I might be cracking apart. Who is the otherworldly woman that visits me in the darkness? She’s the new addiction I can’t give up; and she’s left her mark on me – literally.

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Sinister Styx explores the midnight and shadows, befriending things that live in nightmares.

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Mr. Lucky (Trentbridge Crime Series Book 1) by Lee Wood

A single instant shattered Detective James Sheldon’s perfect life. Eighteen months later, he is begging for loose change on the streets and contemplating suicide.

In a strange twist of fate, he wins a record-breaking 168 million lottery. But what should be a life-changing dream becomes a heart-pumping nightmare.

Suddenly James finds himself thrust into a dangerous game where he’s forced to confront drug dealers, crime bosses out to destroy him, and the personal demons that keep him up at night. The question is – can he come to terms with his new wealth?

Totally unpredictable!

Not your usual crime novel plot.

 

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Before semi-retiring and turning to write novels, Lee had a varied career. He spent more than 20 years working in the music industry. Everything from playing in bands as a teenager to running an indie record label and record shop during the punk rock era to starting a music collector’s magazine and building it from zero to a circulation of 14,000 copies a month.

He’s met virtually every top ‘pop star’ and achieved one of his lifetime ambitions when he became manager of The Troggs, one of his all-time favourite bands from his teens.

He wrote a best-selling book on the Sex Pistols in 1988, which was published by Omnibus Press and thanks to their well-oiled publicity machine sold a respectable 60,000 copies. It was also published in Japan – in Japanese!

He has lived in Cambridge for most of his life and looks on writing as a new adventure. He still finds time to play the guitar (Fender Stratocaster) and is currently learning to play the drums with his wife. They found a drum teacher who has a studio with two kits and they are learning to play together side by side.

Mr. Lucky, is the first novel in the series. They are all available in eBook and paperback formats.

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Notebook Mysteries – Art of Deception (Notebook Mysteries Series) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Jules Herbert

Notebook Mysteries ~ Art of DeceptionNotebook Mysteries ~ Art of Deception by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I truly love this series and this latest addition to the series did not disappoint in any way at all! This super talented author always writes so vividly that you can truly see all the characters and events that are happening as if you were really there! The way she weaves her storylines and historical aspects is incredible. This can be read as a stand alone, as all the books in the series can be BUT I say go read them all! You will love them and want to know everything I promise you!

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The Places We Call Home by Kim Ann – Review by Carrie Reed

The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins.The Places We Call Home: A picture book to remind us that home is where all love begins. by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love reading children’s books by Kim Ann and sharing them with my own kids. This book is so beautifully put together and a great lesson that, no matter where you live, or who you are with, your home will always be YOUR home because that is where love begins. Such a cute book to teach kids that it’s okay to be alone and it’s okay to be with your family big or small, and It’s okay to have a different house than others.

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Carrie Reed

Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid's Guide to Homemade Dog Treats (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Pastries: A Kid’s Guide to Homemade Dog Treats by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a cute book. Animals are amazing and, it is sweet to see CJ and Lora taking care of their pets to go as far as to bake them their own treats. This is a great way to show your love to your animal friends, and to get children involved with taking care of their animals while also trying something new like baking. My favorite part would be all the recipes in the back of the book, I can’t wait to try them on my own pup.

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Picking Pismo by Emi Hilton – Review by Tabitha Montero

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Back in the Ring (The Predator Series) by Brooke May – Review by Casey Drieling

Back in the Ring (The Predator #4)Back in the Ring by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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Back in the Ring by Brooke May

Book94/50 was 5⭐️!

This was the 4th and final book in The Predator Series, and it did not disappoint!! I love a good “happily ever after”!

This book follows a known character from the previous books, along with an introduction of a newer character. Is it an accident they keep coming together, or is Fate playing a hand in this deal?

If you haven’t read any books from this series, I highly suggest starting with “The Predator: Part One”, and go from there! You will not regret reading this series!!

As always,
Happy Reading! 🩷

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An Ember of Hope (War of Destiny Series) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Carrie Reed

An Ember of Hope: War of DestinyAn Ember of Hope: War of Destiny by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I don’t really know how to feel about Matthew, I get why he is so upset and I get why he feels so betrayed, because he was but, Julia wasn’t acting as herself, she was under the thumb of Valentino. Sometimes healing and accepting take time, but I feel like he isn’t even trying to understand Julia’s situation. I also don’t know why I am standing behind Julia so hard, I guess I just feel like she is treated differently and looked at differently. While out trying to heal his mind and heart from the loss of Christ, the betrayal from Julia and leaving his ka-tet, Matthew seems to have inserted himself into the role of a human with the Medici family. With them he forms friendships and bonds, it seems at times he wouldn’t have any problems being without his ka-tet permanently, but he struggles, with the loss of his power and the relationships he had with Samual, Mary Anne and Jeffrey. I am really hoping he can come to terms with his loss, deal with the turmoil he is feeling with his lost power and the betrayal and be able to connect and live with his ka-tet again. I know it will take time but I hope he can rekindle somewhat of a friendship with Julia, and I really want to see Valentine taken down.

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G is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker – Review by Carrie Reed

G is for Gossamer: A Children's SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC's BookG is for Gossamer: A Children’s SMART & SOPHISTICATED ABC’s Book by Miss Whitaker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am so obsessed with the visuals in this book. The art is so beautiful I spent a good minute on each page to really take it in. I love that this book is geared towards the ABC at a higher level of learning. The end has a definition for each word learned and that makes it so much more fantastic. I learned what hirsute means! Absolutely fantastic book!

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Ignite My Heart (North Fork Series Book 2) by Alicia Street – Review by Crystal Brehant

Ignite My Heart (North Fork Series Book 2)Ignite My Heart by Alicia Street
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a fast read. There was a good amount packed into it though. The little girl is cute and sassy. There was instant chemistry between the main characters and you can’t wait until they finally admit it. This has a great story line and wonderful characters.

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Chasing Cheer (Emerald Hollow Book 1) by Heather Schneider – Review by Crystal Brehant

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

I read this book pretty quickly. It is a Christmas romance similar to Hallmark or Lifetime Christmas movies. I personally love those types of movies. I think this would actually make a cute movie. It is well written and had great character development.

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Jess Engel

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A great read!! This is a sequel, but can be read as a standalone. The author has an engaging writing style that draws the reader in and the storyline is captivating. We join Neve and her boyfriend, Con, on a trip to help Cons brother and his fiancé with a medical mystery, but it soon unravels into much more!

The author develops plot and characters well and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The author gives us everything in this story and keeps you guessing throughout. This is a well written, engrossing psychological thriller!

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