Sassy Reviews

August 30, 2025

Transgression of Magic

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Transgression of Magic 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: S.A. Schneider ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Transgression of Magic by S.A. Schneider is the second installment in the Town Magician series. The story follows Samual, the youngest Town Magician, accompanied by his trusted advisor, Rory. Together, their reputation continues to grow with every performance. Yet, despite the applause, Samual often struggles with self-doubt, wishing he could perfect his craft.

Recently, the duo thrilled audiences with a daring, death-defying table act. While the crowd was amazed, Samual remained discouraged, frustrated that he stumbled over even the simplest tricks. Rory reassures him not to be so critical of himself, but Samual is determined to master his magic, knowing the weight of responsibility that comes with being the Town Magician.

Readers who enjoy middle-grade fantasy will find this book an absolute treat. I thoroughly enjoyed it—S.A. Schneider has done a remarkable job. The cover is appealing, the title fitting, and the storyline engaging from start to finish. Of all the characters, Samual stood out to me the most. This is a captivating read that young fantasy fans will surely love.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 29, 2025

The Identity Lie

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: The Identity Lie 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Corinne Arrowood ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
The Identity Lie is the second book in Corinne Arrowood’s Fit the Crime series. The story follows Babe, who is now living a civilian life after serving in The Corps. Chop, also known as Faraday, has saved Babe’s life more than once, and as a favor to him, Babe takes a day off work to help look for Chop’s wife, Hadley. Chop hints at Babe’s unusual abilities—being able to see what others can’t, hear the unheard, and sense things beyond normal perception.

When Babe arrives at Chop’s home in search of Hadley, he discovers a note with the impression of an address scribbled on a bedside pad. Following the lead, he finds Hadley hiding in a closet, while a dead man lies sprawled on the bed. Furious at being dragged into a drug situation, Babe learned of the reality: Hadley is addicted, her sister is raising her son Jagger, and she has been involved with other men in exchange for drugs—something Chop had feared to admit to Babe earlier. As the story unfolds, Babe is forced to confront haunting pieces of his past.

The New Orleans backdrop is vividly captured, adding richness to the narrative. Babe’s character is well-developed, and the book ends on a gripping note that left me eager to pick up the third installment soon.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 29, 2025

The Innocence Lie

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: The Innocence Lie 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Corinne Arrowood ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
The Innocence Lie by Corinne Arrowood is the first installment in the Fit the Crime series. After serving as a Marine, Captain Vicarelli is adjusting to civilian life in New Orleans—a city where danger often lurks unseen.

At Louie’s Tap, Babe’s attention is instantly drawn to Trinity. With her caramel-toned skin and jet-black hair, she captivates him before a single word is spoken. Meanwhile, busser Sean Finnegan accepts an invitation to a woman’s hotel room. When he steps out to grab pizza, he returns to find her dead—and suddenly becomes the prime suspect. Convinced of Sean’s innocence, Babe steps in to vouch for him. But in New Orleans, crime hides around every corner, and the truth is never simple.

Fans of crime thrillers and steamy romance will thoroughly enjoy this fast-paced read. The cover is striking, the title fits perfectly, and Corinne Arrowood’s writing style is sharp and engaging. This gripping story kept me on edge from start to finish—I couldn’t put it down.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 28, 2025

Lost in the Reflecting Pool

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Lost in the Reflecting Pool 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Diane Pomerantz ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Lost in the Reflecting Pool is a powerful memoir by Diane Pomerantz. Diane first met Charles on a blind date—he was thirty-eight, a psychiatrist, while she was a psychologist. Charles quickly won her over with flowers, home-cooked meals, laughter, and even by bonding with her dog.

The two eventually married, celebrating with a beautiful wedding and honeymoon in California. Yet, small doubts crept in when Charles’s words or actions didn’t sit right with Diane. As they struggled with infertility, Diane was fine with taking all the responsibilities. Over time, she found her confidence waning. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer, the cracks in their marriage widened, and she began to see Charles’s lack of support and the troubling red flags in their relationship.

This memoir takes readers on Diane’s journey of pain, strength, and resilience. Will she find a way to move toward a better life? I admire the author’s courage in sharing such a personal story. For anyone in an abusive relationship, this book offers both insight and encouragement to find the strength to leave. The title could not be more fitting.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 27, 2025

Indy and the Deep Dug Hole

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Indy and the Deep Dug Hole 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Mike and Leanne Horobin ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Indy and the Deep Dug Hole, written by Mike and Leanne Horobin, is the first book in The Adventures of Indy series. When Mr. Jones takes his playful pup Indy to the beach, she notices a child digging with spades. Inspired, Indy sets her mind on creating the deepest hole in the world.

The very next day, Indy begins digging her own hole and soon vanishes into it. Along the way, she uncovers fascinating discoveries—an ancient Roman village, a pot filled with treasure, prehistoric bones, and more. But Indy doesn’t stop; her curiosity drives her to keep digging further. What happens when she suddenly realises she is far from home? You’ll have to read the book to find out!

The illustrations are vibrant and captivating, while the cover immediately grabs attention. Indy’s adventurous spirit encourages children to be curious, explore, and embrace new discoveries. The story also highlights the joy of achieving a goal. With Indy’s charming character brought to life by Horobin’s writing, this book is sure to delight young readers—and pet lovers especially will enjoy every page.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 27, 2025

A Journey to the Summit

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: A Journey to the Summit: Learning Life’s Peaks 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Jodie Bonville ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
A Journey to the Summit: Learning Life’s Peaks by Jodie Bonville, with illustrations by Isabella Schaefer, is a delightful children’s book. The story follows an adventurous girl named Molly who has a deep love for nature.

Molly’s greatest passion is climbing mountains. She feels a sense of pride and joy each time she reaches a summit. One day, she sets out to conquer the tallest peak in the land, Mount Serenity. Even when the climb becomes difficult, Molly refuses to give up and keeps moving forward.

This inspiring tale invites readers to discover the important lessons Molly learns on her challenging journey. The storytelling is engaging, and Bonville’s writing truly shines. She should certainly create more books for young readers. Filled with meaningful life lessons, this book is sure to leave a lasting impact on children.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 27, 2025

Starless Midnight

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Starless Midnight 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Lynn Garthwaite ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Lynn Garthwaite’s Starless Midnight is a captivating read.

The story follows Jadai Orion Evans, a twenty-eight-year-old woman who once left the small town of Twin Station with her mother after attending her grandmother’s funeral. Fourteen years later, Jadai returns to her grandmother’s house, now set on remodeling it, and reconnects with old friends—Katie, Doug, etc. She even met a charming officer Greg Dillanian.

As the story unfolds, Jadai, who is biracial, learns of a troubling mystery: people of color have been vanishing from Twin Station. Mrs. Sheridan reveals to Jadai her belief that Jadai’s grandmother was murdered while investigating these disappearances.

The author’s writing style is engaging, and the cover design is eye-catching. I especially loved Jadai’s character—she’s well-developed and compelling. The pacing kept me hooked from start to finish, and the unique plot paired with the small-town backdrop made for an immersive reading experience. I truly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 27, 2025

The Moments I’ll Never Forget

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: The Moments I’ll Never Forget 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Lauren Norley ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“The Moments I’ll Never Forget” by Lauren Norley is an engrossing read. The story follows Lucy, who is grappling with the tragic loss of her parents in a car accident. The driver of the other car, who also died in the crash, was Patrick’s father.

Stepping outside for the first time after her parents’ death, Lucy crosses paths with Patrick when he accidentally spills coffee on her. That chance meeting changes everything. For the first time in a long while, Lucy laughs again, and slowly, her heart begins to mend. A bond forms between her and Patrick, and even after uncovering painful truths from the past, their feelings remain unchanged.

As their journey together unfolds, they travel the world, finding comfort, strength, and healing in each other’s company. This story beautifully captures the essence of second chances and reminds us that love often finds us when we least expect it.

The book’s cover is appealing, the title feels apt, and the author has crafted an evocative backdrop. The storyline is captivating, and once I began reading, I couldn’t put it down.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 27, 2025

Death’s Intern

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Death’s Intern 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: D.C. Gomez ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Death’s Intern by D. C. Gomez is the first book in The Intern Diaries series. The story follows Isis Black, whose life changed drastically after losing her parents at a young age. Living with her godmother, Isis has little family and only one true friend, Bob—a Gulf War veteran who, unlike most, understands her strange war stories.

Her life takes an unexpected turn when Death itself appears at her doorstep. Isis learns that the human she accidentally killed had been serving as Death’s intern. With the position suddenly vacant, Isis is offered the role. Balancing her job as a waitress, she must now decide whether she’s ready to guide souls to their final destinations—one intern assigned to each continent.

The plot thickens when Isis discovers that Bob has mysteriously gone missing. From there, the adventure takes off, full of suspense, humor, and magical twists—including the appearance of a witty talking cat.

This book is a must-read for fans of urban fantasy. I found the humor refreshing, the story highly engaging, and the cover absolutely striking. From the first page to the last, it kept me hooked with its originality and charm.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

August 27, 2025

Ocean of Wisdom

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Ocean of Wisdom 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Ailed De La Torre ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“Ocean of Wisdom” by Ailed De la Torre is the second installment in the Portals of Realms series. Following the Eithiar invasion, Carrick Hollow is slowly rebuilding. Meanwhile, Fírinne and Elisa are happily engaged and preparing for their upcoming wedding.

Deep in the dungeons, Lysander remains imprisoned. His feelings for Elisa have grown into what many see as an unhealthy obsession. He confides in his sister, Moira, about a mysterious book he discovered—marked with strange symbols—that revealed hidden truths about their family’s past. Haunted by visions of Elisa in his dreams, Lysander finds himself unable to resist the pull toward her.

As the characters struggle to understand the true nature of the invasion, it becomes clear that the knowledge Lysander holds could prove crucial. If he chooses to share what he knows, it might give them the chance to prepare for the darkness looming over their world. With danger growing stronger, survival depends on protecting what little remains.

Ailed De la Torre’s writing is richly descriptive, drawing me so deeply into the story that I couldn’t put it down. The characters linger in the mind long after reading, with Elisa’s portrayal standing out the most. Readers who enjoy a mix of romance, fantasy, and horror will find Ocean of Wisdom to be an enthralling read.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon