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The Discovery of Magic (The Intrigue of Magic Series) by L. J. Evias – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Discovery of Magic (The Intrigue of Magic, #1)The Discovery of Magic by L. J. Evias
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow I can’t believe I have never read anything by Evias before! This book was absolutely amazing! Following Alice and friends while they navigate different parts of Parsa evoked almost a nostalgic feeling of being a teenager again! As someone who used to be in the archery club at my highschool it made me really happy that Alice was an archer. Evias is an author to for sure look out for! With wonderful characters and a solid fast paced plot The Discovery Of Magic pulls you into a world you don’t ever want to leave! I cannot wait for the second book!

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun and unique prequel! With only sixty-six pages this paranormal romance flew by. Acheron and Errapel deserve the happiest of ever afters and I hope Naomi Valkyrie expands on this intriguing world she’s created! Even though the book is short she includes tons of details and vivid imagery in her writing! I would love to and need to know more about Valkyrie’s amazing world!

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The Secret Aftermath (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Series) by Gloria Oliver – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Secret Aftermath: An Urban Fantasy Thriller (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Book 2)The Secret Aftermath: An Urban Fantasy Thriller by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m so happy that The Discoveries of Julia Xero got a book 2 and I finally got to read it! What an amazing main character! Following Julia through her perilous journey has kept me on the edge of my seat! Gloria Oliver has such a fun and engaging way of writing that makes you feel so close to the action! Here’s to hoping for a book 3 and more adventures with Ms Xero!

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Dark is the Wood (Enchanted Tales with Dragon Scales Series) by Kristin Ward – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Dark is the Wood: A Young Adult Fantasy RomanceDark is the Wood: A Young Adult Fantasy Romance by Kristin Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dark Is The Wood
(Enchanted Tales With Dragon Scales book 1)
By: Kristin Ward
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

Such a fun and enjoyable read! Dark Is The Wood is a perfect blend of the fairy tales that are so nostalgic to us, mixed with enough uniqueness to make them new again. It makes it all the more cozy and comforting to read! Gillian is strong, brave, and believable as a character. Ward’s writing style and character development hits the mark without feeling overwhelming and just makes you want to know more. I will definitely be looking for her next book in this wonderful series Treacherous Is The Tower!

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Blood & Ravens (The Casket Girls Book 1) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Susan Ratchford

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

A.D. Brazeau hit my sweet spot with this first book in The Casket Girls series. I am a sucker for any paranormal romance that includes vampires and Greek mythology! Also Blood and Ravens is perfectly spicy, loved it so much! I loved the tension between Greer and Theron. It was the perfect amount and the backdrop of 1700s New Orleans was really cool and well written. Of course I am going to snag the second book in this tantalizing series, Blood and Vengeance! I highly recommend this series!

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Alchemy of Glass (The Apothecary Series) by Barbara Barnett – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Alchemy of GlassAlchemy of Glass by Barbara Barnett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing sequel to The Apothecary’s Curse. Barbara Barnett weaves a beautiful world beyond your wildest dreams! A world full of darkness and hope, Celtic and fairy lore, and amazing characters. Gaelen is such a fun and complex character, I enjoyed seeing Barnett’s world through his eyes. This series is truly unique and well thought out even the tiniest detail has purpose. I highly recommend reading this wonderful tale of you’re wanting to go on a journey through the bad and the good.

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The Rebirth Part 1 (Planet Amazon Series) by Crystal Dawn – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Rebirth: Part One (Planet Amazon #0)The Rebirth: Part One by Crystal Dawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Like any amazing story it all starts with a book. Andrea finds in it the library and it sparks her desire to find Atlantis. She never knew what she would find there but a trip through a doorway at the bottom of the ocean brings her to new friends, her mates, and a tournament she just has to win. This book is so unique and so fun with the perfect amount of steaminess. I knew right away that I would have to read the other books in this series. I love the relationships between the characters, they are so well written. Andrea is a great female lead as is written with so much strength. I really enjoyed this story.

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The Apothecary’s Curse (The Apothecary Series) by Barbara Barnett – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Apothecary's CurseThe Apothecary’s Curse by Barbara Barnett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From the description, I knew this book would be filled with many twists and turns, but what I wasn’t expecting was to be drawn into an unique series that will have everyone glued to the pages. The settings of Victorian London and more were so well written and vivid I felt like I was there and I didn’t want to leave! Barnett is such a creative and great author I would love to look more into her work. Her writing style had me hooked from the first page! The exchanges between Simon and Gaelan kept the story moving and it touched upon so many different things I really enjoy like celtic lore and steampunk. I am very excited that Barnett is releasing a second book in this intriguing and wonderful world!

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The Queen’s Dance (Heart & Hand Series Book 2) by Nicole E. Kelleher – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Queen's Dance: A Sizzling Slow Burn Fantasy Romance (Heart & Hand Series Book 2)The Queen’s Dance: A Sizzling Slow Burn Fantasy Romance by Nicole E. Kelleher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

They were right! I do need to go back and read the first book! I absolutely loved this slow burn romance! Trian and Lady Claire’s relationship is O M G! This book has everything a girl could ever ask for weaved into the perfect gripping tale. You definitely can read this as a stand alone but why would you want to?! I was moved by Kellehers writing and characters! I will definitely be looking for more books by this amazing author!

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The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether edited by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Chaos ClockThe Chaos Clock by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Enter a fantastical world filled with many original stories that make you think, feel, and wonder. Time moves for all beings, but while reading these stories I felt like time stood still. I got lost in each story and loved every one of them. Each tone, theme, and character were all uniquely different and displayed each author’s talents. I can’t even pick a favorite story because they all touched on so many different things! I wish I could rewind time and read it again because I truly enjoyed the steampunk and horror aspects! I highly recommend giving this anthology The Chaos Clock a read if you have the time.

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Susan Ratchford

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In The Midst Of Omens (Book 1)
By: Nicole Bailey
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

What an amazing re-imagining of the great story of Gilgamesh! I was absolutely glued to this book from page one and can’t wait to get my hands on the next one. Nicole Bailey does a divine job of making her characters feel real and her writing style is superb. I especially like the relationships between Gilgamesh and the people in his life. As someone who loves ancient worlds I am in love with how Bailey portrayed this one. This was truly a breath of fresh air! Such a wonderful story!

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wasabi
By: C.A. King
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

Wasabi by C.A. King was a brilliant ending to her Evil Sushi Series. From the beginning these books have been quirky, fun, and engaging. I love the humor that King brings to not only this series but a lot of her other books as well. I will never hesitate to pick up a C.A. King book because I know it will be a gem. That being said, the Evil Sushi series is unlike anything you’ve ever read! I highly recommend giving it a try!

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One Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper – Review by Susan Ratchford

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One Quarter VillainOne Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One Quarter Villain
By: Cori Cooper
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

One Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper Is a wonderful and magical fairytale romp for all ages to enjoy! This book was so fun and quirky. I really enjoyed reading it and will be looking for more books by Ms. Cooper in the future! Maddy was such a believable and relatable character, who is struggling with who she is and who she wants to be. I just love how Cooper tackled, both lighthearted and intense themes in this fantastical story!

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Master Oradea (Masters of the Consulate Book 10) by Sylvia Black – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Master Oradea (Masters of the Consulate #10)Master Oradea by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was right up my alley! If you are like me and are a sucker for a dark vampire romance, you should check out this series Masters Of The Consulate by Sylvia Black! It will check every box for you as well and the best part is each book can be read as a stand alone! It’s the perfect mix between sexy and supernatural. I absolutely loved it! I know I will be picking up all the other books in this series and binge reading away! Absolutely recommend!

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Just Ducky (Weird Shifters Series) by C.A. King – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Just Ducky (Weird Shifters)Just Ducky by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If the cover didn’t catch my eye the plot definitely did! Wonderfully unique and a breath of fresh air! I absolutely love C.A. King and everything she creates is a masterpiece in my eyes! Just Ducky is another amazing and unexpected creation that has everything you’re looking for wrapped up with a fair amount of humor! Such a fun read, I will definitely be looking out for the next books in her Weird Shifters series! I highly recommend this book and many others by C.A. King!

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War in Sorcery’s Shadow (Ruarnon Trilogy Book 3) by Elise Carlson – Review by Susan Ratchford

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War in Sorcery's Shadow (Ruarnon Trilogy #3)War in Sorcery’s Shadow by Elise Carlson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I started The Ruarnon Trilogy from book one and admittedly I did take a long break from it . It was amazing how easy it was to slip right back into the author’s world and how it felt like no time has passed since I finished the second book, Secrets of The Sorcery War. The plot is fast paced and engaging without feeling rushed and the setting is so easily visualized. What really stands out in this series is Carlson‘s writing skills and the growth the characters go through, especially Linh and Ruarnon. It is truly unique and very enjoyable to read. I highly recommend this amazing fantasy series. You will not be disappointed.

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Touched: Elemental Passions Book One by Skye Turner, Sloane Nicole, April D. Berry, C.J. Pinard, Danielle Jamie, Darlene Tallman, Julie Morgan, Livell James, Machelle Hanleigh, and Melissa MacKinnon – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Touched (Elemental Passions #1)Touched by Skye Turner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Praise for Touched, I absolutely adored this book. The relationship between Aeris and Callum was done absolutely perfectly! It didn’t feel rushed or unauthentic and this book had so many twists that I didn’t expect! I really hope there is a book 2 because I need to l know where else their relationship leads! I also loved how the authors blended the human world with the Fae’s world Laric. It felt like it was just outside their reach so close but so far. It added a lot of suspense that helped the story feel that much more intense! I can’t wait to read more books by this amazing team!

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Before I Let You Go by Kellie Wallace – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Before I Let You GoBefore I Let You Go by Kellie Wallace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Before I let you go
By: Kellie Wallace
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

This book was everything I could’ve hoped for and more! I laughed, I cried, and I was wowed by Wallace’s world! If you are looking for a romantic, supernatural fantasy look no further! Before I let you go, has everything but the kitchen sink! It’s an amazing twist on a genre that can sometimes come off as predictable! This book was so far from that it was refreshing and unexpected, A true gem!

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Mistaken Identity (London Detective Agency Series) by Stephanie R. Caffrey – Review by Susan Ratcford

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Mistaken Identity (London Detective Agency Book 1)Mistaken Identity by Stephanie R. Caffrey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mistaken Identity is the first book in the London Detective agency series and wow what an amazing introduction. The characters pop out of the pages right into your lap. Our heroine, Evelyn is an amazing character to get to know and so strong! You can feel the spark between her and Patrick right away! This mystery is fast paced and has a nice slow burn romance so the intensity never stops! This book is completely addicting and I cannot wait to read book Two in this enticing series!

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It Comes From Within (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Susan Ratchford

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It Comes From Within (House Valdis #2)It Comes From Within by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading House Valdis Origins: Xenobia I knew this was going to be a uniquely addicting series. The blend of science fiction and fantasy in the books makes everything feel new and exciting! From vampires to ghosts to aliens they all have a refreshing twist. Just like the series itself, completely unexpected and unpredictable! Xen is such an entertaining character to get to know and each page just flies by with fast paced action and intrigue! I would highly suggest reading these books in order (starting with the prequel) to understand and fully take in Naomi Valkyrie’s amazing world!

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The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis #1)The Rise of House Valdis by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading House Valdis Origins: Xenobia I knew this was going to be a uniquely addicting series. The blend of science fiction and fantasy in the books makes everything feel new and exciting! From vampires to ghosts to aliens they all have a refreshing twist. Just like the series itself, completely unexpected and unpredictable! Xen is such an entertaining character to get to know and each page just flies by with fast paced action and intrigue! I would highly suggest reading these books in order (starting with the prequel) to understand and fully take in Naomi Valkyrie’s amazing world!

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember) by Catherine Banks – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)Outcast by Catherine Banks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Outcast (Her Royal Harem: Ember Book 1)
By Catherine Banks
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

As a woman who is obsessed with the forests and woods and who grew up exploring them, I absolutely loved this book! Ember Jasperwood is an amazingly pure and heartwarming character! Her passion for healing and how her family treats her hit me right in the feels! Did I also mention how much I love the names Catherine Banks picked for her characters? Triston, Riddick, Ember they are all absolutely divine! Outcast is a beautiful blend of magic, hybrids, healing, curses, cures, and a search for the truth. Every page I turned, went faster and faster as I raced towards the end of this book to find out what was going to happen! This book had me completely hooked and I cannot wait until Ms. Banks releases the second one in this entrancing series that is definitely one to look out for!

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets Series) by K. Rose – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Basil (Silver Springs Pets, #7)Basil by K. Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Basil ( Silver Springs Pets book 9)
By: K. Rose
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

The first thing I absolutely love about this series is that each book can be read as a stand alone or in whichever order the reader wants. As someone who would always be looking for the first book in a series, and sometimes not be able to find it, this takes a lot of that stress off the table. Basil is a quirky and fun rom com packed with the supernatural! As a curvy girl myself I absolutely loved the body positivity in this book. I will definitely be looking for more Silver Springs Pets books! I highly recommend giving this series a try!

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The Archcrusade: Tome One (The Archcrusade Series) by K. M. Hogenson – Review by Susan Ratchford

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The Archcrusade: Tome One: The Archspawn - Pilgrimage & PropheciesThe Archcrusade: Tome One: The Archspawn – Pilgrimage & Prophecies by K.M. Hogenson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the biggest book I have read in a long time but please don’t let that affect your judgment! This first book was absolutely amazing! It was masterfully written and the world building is top notch! It’s delightfully refreshing to see an author put new spins on different fantasy tropes and K. M. Hogenson did that in spades! I am absolutely blown away considering this is her debut novel! As someone who loves nature, some of my favorite parts were the names, they were very earthy! I honestly can’t say enough about this book but I am glad I picked it up! I can’t wait to dig my claws into the next one when it comes out!

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Susan Ratchford

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis, #0.5)House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

House Valdis Origins: Xenobia
By Naomi Valkyrie
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

Wow, I never thought a novella of 29 pages would elicit so much emotion from me. The relationship between Xen and Urd grabs you by the heart and won’t let go. Naomi Valkyrie creates a hard but interesting world that I can’t wait to read more about. This is a great introduction to her House Valdis series and I will be looking for my copy of The Rise Of House Valdis (her first book in the official series) very soon!

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Kingdom of the Oceans (Relic Hunters Series) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Kingdom of the Oceans (Relic Hunters)Kingdom of the Oceans by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kingdom Of The Oceans (Relic Hunters Series book 6)
By: Martin Ferguson
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

As always, Martin Ferguson creates an amazing, thrilling, and gripping adventure. This time the chase is for the ever elusive glory filled Atlantis. The stakes and danger were never higher as Adam and Matt face old foes and a new intriguing journey. I am saddened to see this series come to a close, because I highly enjoyed this treasure hunting romp. This book and series is so much fun to read for anyone at any age and of course the cover art is stunning. The only thing I suggest besides picking up this riveting series is starting from book one Eagle Of The Empire!

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Curse of the Forbidden Island by C.A. King – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Curse of Forbidden IslandCurse of Forbidden Island by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Curse of the Forbidden Island
By: C.A. King
Review by: Susan Ratchford
4 Stars

C.A. King’s fantastical imagination strikes again in this Novella. Curse Of The Forbidden Island is a wonderful and intriguing paranormal read that takes you on a fast paced mystery. I thought Selene was a very entertaining protagonist and I absolutely loved the idea of the masks. I really hope this novella is an introduction of a whole new series because 52 pages only whet my appetite for more. I definitely recommend this book and any C.A. King books in general if you like gripping, unpredictable, paranormal stories with great characters and amazing plots.

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Betrayal of the Gods (Relic Hunters Series) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Betrayal of the Gods (Relic Hunters Book 5)Betrayal of the Gods by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Admittedly I was drawn to the Relic Hunters series originally because of its whimsical and interesting cover art. I truly had never seen anything like it before, and as soon as I read the back cover of the first book, Eagle Of the Empire, I knew I had to read it. I was immediately transported into Adam and Matt’s world with no way out. Before I knew it I had finished the first five books of this legendary adventure.
I have never read a series as captivating as this one, where each amazing book is so much better than the last. The inclusion of history and myths makes Adam and the gang’s story feel almost nostalgic. I adore Adam and really enjoyed getting to deeply know his character. Ferguson is very skilled at developing his characters and their relationships so naturally. The flow between past and present was smooth, I also loved the structure of these books and the use of different perspectives other than Adam. It also helped the flow of the story and helped me see it as a whole.
I really enjoyed Ferguson’s tone with The Relic Hunters series and his inclusion of humor with the action. Each book is my favorite book until I read the next one in this entrancing and intriguing series. Every book had me more on the edge of my seat than the last, audibly gasping at the pages. This Young Adult Series will have anyone at any age coming back for more! I for one can not wait to sink my teeth into the Sixth installment of this series Kingdom Of The Oceans!

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Blood of the Dragon (Relic Hunters Series) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Susan Ratchford

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Blood of the Dragon (Relic Hunters, #4)Blood of the Dragon by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Admittedly I was drawn to the Relic Hunters series originally because of its whimsical and interesting cover art. I truly had never seen anything like it before, and as soon as I read the back cover of the first book, Eagle Of the Empire, I knew I had to read it. I was immediately transported into Adam and Matt’s world with no way out. Before I knew it I had finished the first five books of this legendary adventure.
I have never read a series as captivating as this one, where each amazing book is so much better than the last. The inclusion of history and myths makes Adam and the gang’s story feel almost nostalgic. I adore Adam and really enjoyed getting to deeply know his character. Ferguson is very skilled at developing his characters and their relationships so naturally. The flow between past and present was smooth, I also loved the structure of these books and the use of different perspectives other than Adam. It also helped the flow of the story and helped me see it as a whole.
I really enjoyed Ferguson’s tone with The Relic Hunters series and his inclusion of humor with the action. Each book is my favorite book until I read the next one in this entrancing and intriguing series. Every book had me more on the edge of my seat than the last, audibly gasping at the pages. This Young Adult Series will have anyone at any age coming back for more! I for one can not wait to sink my teeth into the Sixth installment of this series Kingdom Of The Oceans!

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War Of The Damned (Relic Hunters Series) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Susan Ratchford

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War of the Damned (Relic Hunters, #3)War of the Damned by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Admittedly I was drawn to the Relic Hunters series originally because of its whimsical and interesting cover art. I truly had never seen anything like it before, and as soon as I read the back cover of the first book, Eagle Of the Empire, I knew I had to read it. I was immediately transported into Adam and Matt’s world with no way out. Before I knew it I had finished the first five books of this legendary adventure.
I have never read a series as captivating as this one, where each amazing book is so much better than the last. The inclusion of history and myths makes Adam and the gang’s story feel almost nostalgic. I adore Adam and really enjoyed getting to deeply know his character. Ferguson is very skilled at developing his characters and their relationships so naturally. The flow between past and present was smooth, I also loved the structure of these books and the use of different perspectives other than Adam. It also helped the flow of the story and helped me see it as a whole.
I really enjoyed Ferguson’s tone with The Relic Hunters series and his inclusion of humor with the action. Each book is my favorite book until I read the next one in this entrancing and intriguing series. Every book had me more on the edge of my seat than the last, audibly gasping at the pages. This Young Adult Series will have anyone at any age coming back for more! I for one can not wait to sink my teeth into the Sixth installment of this series Kingdom Of The Oceans!

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