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Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated A Plague of Shadows (Harbingers of Light, #1) in Books
Jan 12, 2018
[A Plague of Shadows] by [Travis Simmons] was a very quick read. I really enjoyed the characters and the plot. I see it is called "A New Adult Dark Fantasy" but I do not see what makes it 'adult'. I usually equate that with content that I can't put in my classroom. I did not find any of that in this book. To me it was a simple battle of good vs. evil. I hope to read the next installment in [The Harbingers of Light Series].
Alison Pink (7 KP) rated Lean Mean Thirteen (Stephanie Plum, #13) in Books
Jan 15, 2018
The 13th book sees the return on Dickie Orr as a main character in the series. Maybe I shouldn't say return, Dickie has been mentioned & appeared in several of the previous PLum novels, but in this one he is front & center. Dickie is unknowingly involved in a drug smuggling, gun running, money laundering business that is fronted by his law firm. As usual Stephanie pulls herself into the mix in a strange way & eventually finds herself being chased by mafioso armed with flame throwers.
Li Hughes (285 KP) rated The Winter Sea (Slains #1) in Books
Aug 9, 2017
The lyrical writing style: an occasional overblown misstep but overall very good (1 more)
The obvious research and detail
The intertwined story device: not my favorite (1 more)
Some weak story devices and characterization
This book draws obvious parallels with Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series, so I was initially skeptical and expected to put it down almost immediately. But beyond the basic framework of the story, everything else about The Winter Sea stands very well on its own. It's not without its weak points, but overall this was a very enjoyable read.
Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Bang (B-Squad, #2) in Books
May 7, 2019
this is another fab read from this author that you'll never want to end. i couldnt put it down till i'd got to the last page. this is the second novel in the series, which picks up straight from the epilogue of the first novel brazen. the characters are fab and mixed with the interesting story gives you an amazing book. the chemistry between the characters is hot and steamy and sets the pages alight as you read.
highly recommended
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Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Toughest Cowboy in Texas (Happy, Texas, #1) in Books
May 7, 2019
This s a good small town romance story. You are always in for a good read with this author. This author has a fab way of bringing you fab characters with equal amounts of laughter and tears in each story. This is a fantastic start to this new series. Fantastic characters, you will just fall in love with as you read. I can't wait to read more from this author in the future.
Highly recommended
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book
Highly recommended
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book
Ande Thomas (69 KP) rated Akata Witch (Akata Witch, #1) in Books
May 30, 2019
Okay, don't get me wrong. I can see what people see in this series. I don't know what I thought I'd expect considering I generally don't like fantasy, and I definitely don't like Harry Potter. It's just not my jam. In many ways, Akata Witch is very HP, just in Nigeria. In other ways, it's so steeped in African mythology, it's a true breath of fresh air from the normally very European folklore that fantasy so often draws from. It's definitely a book I'd recommend.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2322 KP) rated Mind Scrambler (John Ceepak Mystery, #5) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
An overnight trip to Atlantic City brings a chance encounter between Danny and ex-girlfriend Katie. When Katie dies a few hours later, Danny and Ceepak join the efforts to find her killer. Even for a series that tends to be dark at times (at least by my standards), this one was especially grim. Still, watching the two leads interact is always a treat.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-mind-scrambler-by-chris.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-mind-scrambler-by-chris.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2322 KP) rated Skating Around the Law (Rebecca Robbins, #1) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Rebecca Robbins has returned to her small home town just long enough to sell her mother's roller rink. But when the town handy man is found murdered in the women's bathroom, she realizes she needs to get his murder solved quickly since no one is interested in it. A typical cozy series debut, but I really enjoyed the characters and found the story fun.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-skating-around-law-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-skating-around-law-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2322 KP) rated This Pen for Hire (A Jaine Austen Mystery, #1) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Freelance writer Jaine Austen takes on the job of writing a love note for a desperate young man. Then the object of his desire is killed and he is accused of the crime. Can Jaine free him? This is the first in a very funny mystery series. Light and fun. If that's the kind of mystery you enjoy, this is right up your ally.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/03/book-review-this-pen-for-hire-by-laura.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/03/book-review-this-pen-for-hire-by-laura.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2322 KP) rated Mr. Monk Goes to Hawaii (Mr. Monk, #2) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Natalie is heading to Hawaii for a friend's wedding, but unfortunately Monk tags along. When a wedding guest is murdered, Monk finds some flaws in the crime scene. Will the new horrors of the island distract him from solving the case? There are some distractions to the main mystery, but they are entertaining. This is another great read for fans of the series.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/01/book-review-mr-monk-goes-to-hawaii-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/01/book-review-mr-monk-goes-to-hawaii-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.