Under Romance: A 4 Sparkler Paranormal with immortals, archangels, demons. “Immortal Justice” by Faith V. Smith is a decent read with interesting characters.
And Teresa has two new movie reviews for you: By the Pricking of My Thumb 1984, and The Sittaford Mystery 2006
Have a bunch of new stuff for you to check out today.
First up, under “Romance” you’ll find three new ones:
“Phenomenal Impact” by Natalie J. Damschroder is a 5 Sparkler short novella (65 pages) that gives you action, adventure, and a touch of romance. It’s science fiction romance at its best.
“Through the Void” – another one by Natalie Damschroder. This is a short story (42 pages), 5 Sparkler read that is also full of action, adventure, and romance with a HEA that satisfies.
A Heart for All Time by Linda Tillis is a 4 Sparkler time-travel romance that takes you back to the late 1800s in North Carolina. It’s a sweet story that gives you a HEA that satisfies as well.
Under “Teresa’s Movie Reviews”, she gives you her insights into Agatha Christie’s “Body in the Library” and “By the Pricking of My Thumbs”.
I just finished SPRING UPON A CRIME by ML Erdahl – a 5 Sparkler Cozy mystery. Below are my thoughts. You can read the full review under “Mysteries”
Thoughts: I loved this story! This was the second in the Seattle Wilderness series. I enjoyed the first one enough to pick this one up as well – and wasn’t disappointed. This is a solid follow up to “Winter Takes All”. We are once again pulled into the life of Crystal, a wilderness guide who seems to stumble into murders. In the way of all cozy mysteries, she is our amateur sleuth who finds out who the killer is (and almost gets herself killed in the process). In this one, she has to save her friend Roxie the chef from being prosecuted for the murder of Roxie’s boss. She’s up against the local cops, developers, loggers, and tree-huggers. I especially loved the character of Emerson. He is perfect. The characters are fun and realistic and the imagery is amazing. The author shows us the northwest without being overly descriptive. And the light romance between Crystal and Conner is well done as well, although Conner isn’t in much of this book due to a sprained knee.
As the month draws to a close (already!), here are some new books for you to consider:
Under Fantasy: The Executioner’s Apprentice by D.K. Holmberg. This is a 4 sparkler book only because I was given the second book in the series and had no clue what was going on at first. The writer is an excellent writer with great characters and worldbuilding, but I strongly suggest reading the first book in the series first then this one. You’ll understand a whole lot more.
Under Fiction: Bernie and Bertie by Mike Owens. This darkly humorous book is about two serial killers who find love. Can’t say I liked it. Definitely not my kind of story, but that doesn’t mean someone out there won’t enjoy this kind of story. Take a look if you’re into dark stories.
Under Nonfiction: The Ultimate Memory Activity Book by Alexis Olsen and Phil Fraas. I liked this 5-Sparkler ebook so much, I purchased the paperback version for myself. Definitely recommended.
From Teresa:
Under movies: Sleeping Murder
Under Teresa: The Fabric of Civilization.
Enjoy!
I have one new review and two for Teresa.
My review is for the entertaining book “Flirting With Fairies” by Peg Pierson. This 4 Sparkler story shows what’s happening to book characters when their authors aren’t working fast enough or writing well. It’s fun, silly, and gives you a HEA that satisfies. Even though there are romantic elements, you’ll find the review in the Fantasy section or on Goodreads:
Teresa has two reviews – neither of which scored very high for her. The first is a movie “Lord Edgware Dies” a 1934 Agatha Christie film adaptation.
The second is a 2-Sparkler review for “Before and After the Book Deal” that you’ll find on Teresa’s review page.
Blurb/Synopsis:
Ever since his discharge from the military, injured veteran Ashton Covert has been running his family ranch—and running himself into the ground to prove he still can. Ben Malton knows about running too. When he takes refuge in Ashton’s barn after an accident in a Wyoming blizzard, he’s thinking only of survival and escaping his abusive criminal ex, Dallas. Ashton has never met a responsibility he wouldn’t try to shoulder. When he finds Ben half-frozen, he takes it upon himself to help. But deadly trouble follows Ben wherever he goes. He needs to continue on, except it may already be too late. Working together brings Ben and Ashton close, kindling fires not even the Wyoming winter can douse. Something about Ben makes Ashton feel whole again. But before they can ride into the sunset together, they need to put an end to Dallas’s threats. Ben can make a stand, with Ashton’s help—only it turns out the real danger could be much closer to home.
Andrew grew up in western Michigan with a father who loved to tell stories and a mother who loved to read them. Since then he has lived throughout the country and traveled throughout the world. He has a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and works in information systems for a large corporation. Andrew’s hobbies include collecting antiques, gardening, and leaving his dirty dishes anywhere but in the sink (particularly when writing) He considers himself blessed with an accepting family, fantastic friends, and the world’s most supportive and loving partner. Andrew currently lives in beautiful, historic Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Author Links:
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Twitter @andrewgreybooks
For Other Works by Andrew Grey
(Please Be Sure To Stop by His Website to See All of His Works)
**** Disclosure of Material: I received a final and/or advanced reader copy of this book from RBTL Book Promotions and the Author/Publisher with the hope that I will leave my Unbiased Opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that… My Opinions. I am posting this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”. *****
Check out these new reviews:
Under Fantasy – Moorigad – a 4 Sparkler review for this epic fantasy
Under Mystery: A 4 Sparkler review for “Crimson at Cape May” by Randy Overbeck. A paranormal mystery from 1999 Cape May
Under Romance: “Orange Blossoms-Love Blooms” – a three star sweet contemporary
Under LGBTQ – “Half a Cowboy” – a five star book from Andrew Grey
No matter how far you run, you can never really escape a haunted past.
Darrell Henshaw—teacher, coach, and paranormal sensitive—learned this lesson the hard way. With his job gone and few options, he heads for Cape May to coach a summer football camp. The resort town, with gorgeous beaches, rich history and famous Victorian mansions, might just be the getaway he needs. Only, no one told him Cape May is the most haunted seaport on the East Coast. One resident ghost, the Haunted Bride, stalks Darrell, begging for his help.
He can’t refuse.
Joining forces with Cassie, a street-wise teen and another sensitive, he investigates the bride’s death and discovers her murder is connected to a far greater horror. But can Darrell and Cassie expose those behind the crimes before they end up being the killer’s next victims?
Dr. Randy Overbeck is a veteran educator who has served children as a teacher and school leader. For more than three decades, his educational experiences have included responsibilities ranging from coach and yearbook advisor to principal and superintendent and he’s lived the roles of many of the characters in his stories. An accomplished writer, he has been published in trade journals, professional texts and newspapers as well as in fiction, with his third published novel. As a member of the Mystery Writers of America, Dr. Overbeck is an active member of the literary community, contributing to a writers’ critique group, serving as a mentor to emerging writers and participating in writing conferences such as Sleuthfest, Killer Nashville and the Midwest Writers Workshop. When he’s not writing or researching his next exciting novel or sharing his presentation “Things That Go Bump in the Night,” he’s spending time with his incredible family of wife, three children (and their spouses) and seven wonderful grandchildren.
Reviewers have been generous in their praise of the work.
“A haunting, yet fast-paced whodunit that captures the reader’s attention from page one. A wonderful book!”—Alexandra Ivy, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author
“Delivers an unpredictable mystery along with a powerful look at people…Completely engaged by the intrigue.”—Long and Short Reviews
“With both elements of mystery and suspense, readers across genres will find this second book about Darrell Henshaw intriguing…I highly recommend it.” ★★★★★—Literary Titan
“It’s a ghost/mystery story filled with suspense and action. The plot is so engrossing it had me hooked from the very first page.” ★★★★★—Nana’s Reviews, Greece
“The well-plotted storyline keeps a steady pace through two-thirds of the book and then gradually ups the ante, adds tension, grit, drops more pieces of the puzzle then explodes.”—V. Williams, Rosepoint Publishing
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Check out Vicky’s 4 Sparkler review of this book on the Mystery page.
A Faire to Remember: Magically Suspicious Mystery Book 1 (Magically Suspicious Mysteries)
There’s something afoot at the faire…
Running a Renaissance Faire that employs and houses a bunch of misfit paranormals means Verla Faeth is well-acquainted with mischief and mayhem. So when her ex, Finn Taragon, shows up unannounced with a puppy in tow as a token of peace, she’s prepared for almost anything. Except tripping over a dead body, finding out the dog is a Cerberus, and apparently, she’s moved from wanna-be seer to crosser-of-the-dead.
Finding the murderer will be hard enough, but having Finn move in next door to her might just be her undoing.
Purchase: Amazon
About Misty:
Misty Simon always wanted to be a storyteller…preferably behind a Muppet. Animal was number one, followed closely by Sherlock Hemlock… Since that dream didn’t come true, she began writing stories to share her world with readers, one laugh at a time. She knows how to hula, was classically trained to sing opera, co-wrote her high school Alma Mater, and can’t touch raw wood. Never hand her a Dixie cup with that wooden spoon/paddle thing. It’s not pretty. Touching people’s hearts and funny bones are two of her favorite things, and she hopes everyone at least snickers in the right places when reading her books. She lives with her husband, daughter, and two insane dogs in Central Pennsylvania where she is hard at work on her next novel or three. She loves to hear from readers so drop her a line at misty@mistysimon.com.
Links: http://www.mistysimon.com
Blurb: Death isn’t the end for eighteen-year-old Avery Williams, and her final resting place isn’t beyond the Golden Gates. No, the Queen of the Damned has plans for her and, unbeknownst to Avery, fought hard to gain possession of her soul. As Hell’s newest succubus, Avery is expected to siphon life from the living. It only takes a long, meaningful kiss, but for a virgin like Avery, kissing guys she barely knows isn’t something she’s comfortable doing. Avery focuses on the upside of her fate—she’ll be returning home, or so she thinks. When the Queen of the Damned cuts her off from her old life, Avery is determined to find a way back to her family and friends, even if it means facing Hell’s fury if she’s caught.
About the author:
Cherie Colyer is best known for her young adult, paranormal romance thrillers, including the Embrace series (featuring witchcraft) and Challenging Destiny (a story about outsmarting heaven and hell.) She usually has several book projects in the works. She lives in Illinois with her family. Sign up for Cherie Colyer’s newsletter and get a deleted scene from the Embrace series.
Website: https://cheriecolyer.com/
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Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5288487.Cherie_Colyer
Bookbub author page: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/cherie-colyer
Buy Links:
Amazon: https://amzn.to/2ImvzED
Barnes&Noble: https://bit.ly/2K00UND
Apple: https://apple.co/36oOrKQ
Excerpt:
His laughter bellowed out of the small bathroom. “You’re going to have to loosen up if we’re going to be living together.”
“Do not!” I called back.
The shower started, but he’d left the door open. “Succubi are supposed to be promiscuous. Not shriek at the sight of a naked man.”
“Well, I’m not most succubi, and you’re not a man,” I retorted.
My jaw dropped when I opened the closet and found it stuffed with clothes. The things on the right were obviously Cole’s. A hint of his cologne wafted from them. The left side, however, was crammed with juniors’ jeans, skirts, tops, sweaters—everything I could possibly want and not department store knock-offs. Designer brands that I used to dream of owning.
I fanned through the various items, wishing I had time to try them all on. If my best friend knew the road to Hell was stocked with the best clothes, she’d purchase a first-class ticket.
“So I’m not a man?” Cole asked from behind me.
He leaned against the doorframe, wearing a towel that conveniently hung low enough to emphasize his six-pack abs and the muscles leading to…you know. He didn’t bother to dry off either. His chest glistened with water droplets.
“I have parts that beg to differ,” he added.
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