Category: Book Reviews

Book: Santa Claus Origins

Author: Yazzi

Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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As Christmas is next month, I am glad to get my hands on the book Santa Claus Origins, first part in the series. In Mount Minimota, there is an Orphanage of {Her Lady Mary’s} Garden of Youth. Kris and his younger brother Jone are orphans. They were orphaned at a young age. They always looked after each other while growing up. One day the ice sheet began to break apart and Jone fell through a gap in the ice sheet. Even though Kris tried to save his brother but couldn’t.

Kris changed. He is not so smiley anymore. He even protected other kids from bullies and ended up getting a warning from Lady Mary. After turning seventeen years old, Kris would leave the orphanage to enter the real world where he has to work to bring food to the table. Read the story to know how Kris would be chosen to be the next Santa/Savior. Readers would be amazed to read about Kris’ training to become the next Santa.

Cover photo of the book is eye-catching. The title of the book couldn’t have been better than this. Once I started reading this book, I couldn’t put it down until I finished it. I am impressed by the author’s work in this book. Pace of the story is fast and I didn’t feel bored anytime while reading it.

This book is highly recommended for readers of all ages.

Book: Fire Wave

Author: Ana Stanojevic

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 4/5

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Fire Wave is the debut novel of the author Ana Stanojevic. Main character of the story is Aiyana. She is a normal girl who lives in a normal world and works as a chemical analyst. When she read about the attack at the Argon Chemicals, she was determined to investigate the case herself. There could be a risk for her in this. She may lose her job. But curious Aiyana went to the company at night wearing black clothes. She ignored the Warning sign placed by the police.

Aiyana lives in Iron City, her hometown. The mysterious attacker breaks into Ihode Labs. Some chemicals have been stolen. This reminded Aiyana about the obsidian that she found when she investigated Argon Chemicals.

The dialog narration is done nicely. Cover photo of the book and the title is suitable. If you enjoy reading stories about fast paced adventures then you shouldn’t miss to get your hands on this book. Plot is intriguing and one couldn’t put this book down without finishing it.

Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

Book: Ruth Ready: While You’re Waiting On Your Boaz, You Better Be…

Author: Kitty Arceneaux

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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“Ruth Ready: While you’re waiting on your Boaz, you better be…” penned by the author Kitty Arceneaux is an interesting read. I like the author’s idea to get a mentor who is strong in her faith. Our mentor helps us in enhancing who we are.

This book introduces Boaz and Ruth to the readers. Also, the readers would get to know what they represent. The man I want, The Man I need poem is amazing. This book will help women who are looking for a prospect. They will gain some clarity about whom they should choose as a life partner and how to be Ruth Ready themselves.

This book is not just for single women but for married women also as being Ruth-Ready is continuous. There are thought provoking questions and exercises included in the book. This book will direct women towards being a Godly wife. They will be inspired to have a healthy relationship after reading this book. I am glad to get my hands on this book. Written in 100 pages, one could finish this book in a single or two sittings. I am impressed with the author’s way of writing. It’s a book worth reading. I am sure readers would take away at least something useful from this book.

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Book: Jon B: Are You Still Down?

Author: Dominique Carson

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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Jon B: Are You Still Down? is a non-fiction book penned by the author Dominique Carson. This book sheds light on the male artist Jon B. At the age of five, Dominique was amazed with Jon B’s voice and musical composition. In the 90’s Jon B gained much popularity. In 2009, Dominique attended first Jon B’s concert in New York.

Dominique was glad to get a chance to interview Jon B. All thanks to her journalism career. It was amazing to read how Jon B didn’t give up on his musical dreams. Jonathan David Buck or Jon B was from a musical family. At the age of 19, Jon signed his first recording and publishing contract.

It is very natural to think that a person is talented and therefore successful but nobody sees the hard work one puts behind it. The way Dominique has introduced Jon B to the readers is highly appreciated. I enjoyed reading this biography of Jon B. Reading about a man of music is an honor for me. I like to highly recommend this book to those who love reading biographies or about Jon B. Well written book.

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Book: Sad Bitch Poems

Author: Lily Dihann

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 4/5

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‘Sad Bitch Poems’ penned by Lily Dihann is the debut book of the author. It is a collection of poems that describe the author’s feelings as she navigates through the different aspects of life.

I loved the below lines from the poem “I Hope You Cry”:
I hope you miss me
I hope you miss me in the way that you miss the June sun in December
I hope you ruminate over me
I hope you ruminate over me the way you ruminate over April showers in July
I hope you need me
I hope you need me in the way that you need the moon to light the dark
I hope you dream of me
I hope you dream of me in the way that you dream of love in February

Some of my favorite poems from the collection are: I Promise To Try, I Hope You Cry, Abstract, etc. Being an overthinker, I related very well to the poem ‘Thoughtful Rambles’.

The line that I loved the most from this book is “There is a certain amount of darkness that is necessary to see the stars”. Please be advised that the poem’s content is sensitive. Language used in the book is simple to understand. The feelings that the author has described are relatable. This is a short read. Because of simple language, those who want to give a try to reading poetry should go ahead with this collection. Poetry fans should pick this one. I loved this collection.

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Book: Heartless Hette

Author: M. L. Farb

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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Heartless Hette is an intriguing story penned by the author M L Farb. Princess Hette’s father is dying. He has ruled his kingdom without a wife since Hette’s birth. Now, Hette feels that she is powerful enough to rule the kingdom after her father. But until her father’s death, she has to follow him. Hette’s father is making her see suitors.

One of her sorcerers introduced himself as Friedrich. When the Princess refused his offer, the sorcerer threatened her and he stole her heart. Using her heart, he could control her. Princess now has a clockwork heart and she has to take the advice of Konrad, a Court fool to get her heart back. They have to track the stealer.

The story is riveting. I couldn’t put it down once I started reading it. Cover photo of the book is eye-catching. Writing style of the author is impressive. Pace of the story is fast and I didn’t feel bored anytime while reading it. I appreciate world building. It’s a must read story.

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Book: Grace, Grit & Gratitude

Author: Tara Coyote

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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Grace, Grit & Gratitude is the memoir of Tara Coyote. When Tara was 22 years old, she became a single mom. When her son Willow was fourteen years old, she met Tom. Within two years, Tom and Tara got married. Tom was a father of two kids already. Tara wanted to have her own child with Tom. But after being five years into the relationship, when she heard from Tom that he didn’t ever want to have a child of theirs, Tara’s world shattered. It was at that time, she came in touch with the horses. On the trip to Bali, Indonesia, Tara found her answer to be with horses.

Years ago, Tara had a friend Debbie with whom she vibed well. Tara and Debbie grew up together and had many experiences together. When Debbie was forty four years old, she was diagnosed with blood cancer. She could live only for forty six years on this Earth. Debbie’s death taught Tara to let go of the ones who are no more as it is true love. After Deb’s death Tara’s world fell apart.

Read her story to find out what all happens in Tara’s life. How the healing power of horses made a difference in her life. The story is worth reading. It’s an insightful read with many valuable lessons. I am grateful to Tara for sharing her story with us. Cover photo of the book is eye-catching and suitable according to the story. It’s a book worth reading.

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Book: Utah!

Author: Levi Rogers

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 4/5

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Utah is the debut novel of the author Levi Rogers. This book will introduce readers to the most misunderstood state Utah. Lee, Becca and Analise are a small family that lives in Logan, Utah. There’s a level-two evacuation meaning be packed and ready to go at the moment’s notice. There is a danger of wildfire. Becca is too tired from the marriage and especially motherhood responsibilities that she thought a destruction of the planet is better than marriage or motherhood. They moved towards Salt Lake City and on the way they remembered about the past events from their life: the unexpected pregnancy, death of Becca’s father, etc.

This book gave me much information about the state of Utah. It also made me realise that being a parent is not that easy. Pace of the story is slow at times. Writing style of the author is nice. Cover photo could have been more creative. Language used in the book is lucid and I was easily able to follow the story. It’s a book worth reading. Go ahead with it.

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Book: What Lurks In The Shadows

Author: S.C. Shannon

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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“What Lurks in the Shadows” penned by the author S.C. Shannon is the debut novel of the author. Story features a Twenty years old girl named Grace. She lives with her parents and older brother in Los Angeles. Power outages have become common these days. People started looting and rioting in the streets. Grace’s family left Los Angeles so they can be safe. After a few hours drive, they reached a small town
just outside of Lake Tahoe.

There was an old family cabin, hidden deep in the
woods. Grace and her family learnt some survival techniques. They became new people and had lost many closed ones. Their life was normal for 226 days but on day 227, the monsters came. Grace was left alone to survive. She lost her family and started having nightmares. Her notebook is her companion to share her feelings. Will Grace ever be able to live a normal life again? Will she be able to defeat the monsters?

Cover photo of the book is well designed. The title of the book couldn’t have been better. The story is well paced. It hooked my attention from the first page itself. The author has created an interesting world in the story. It would be amazing to see a movie based on this story. Those who love to read stories involving mystery, horror, suspense, etc should pick this book.

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Book: The Morning Star Entanglement

Author: Ebonie Wayne

Available On: Amazon

Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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The Morning Star Entanglement is the debut book of the authors Ebonie Wayne. Main character of the story is Feyisayo. Feyisayo and her little sister Tutu didn’t have memories of their father. Whenever they asked their mother about their father, they didn’t receive proper answers. Both Fey and Tutu are home for a summer break. Tutu saw on old luggage in the attic. On opening it, she found letters from her father addressed to Fey and her.

When Tutu told Fey about this, Fey got frustrated thinking why her mom was lying all the time and why she didn’t want them to meet their father. On confronting her mom, Fey discovered more about it. She is now determined to track her father. She moved to Munich for a study-abroad semester at TMU. There she met a guy Iben with whom she fell in love. Read this intriguing story to find out what happens next in the story.

Cover photo of the book looks nice. The plot of the story is interesting. Writing style of the authors is nice. I enjoyed every bit of this story. The authors have done a great job in their debut book and I am highly impressed. One shouldn’t miss to read this story. It’s worth reading one.

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