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Book: A Night At The King’s Inn

Author: Alec Arbogast

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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“A Night at the King’s Inn” is the second book penned by the author Alec Arbogast. Main character of the story is Theodore who is an introvert guy. On the other hand, his sister Alice is an adventure lover. She always plans something and invites Theodore also. This time, his sister has invited him to speakeasy in Manhattan’s West Village. As he exists The Cat’s Meow, he enters another bar where his eyes fell on the most beautiful and aberrant-looking gramophone.

Just in few moments, Theodore found himself being transported to a different place and time. The portal has transported him to a posh hotel and into a masquerade ball in twentieth-century England. Grab a copy of this novel and find out yourself what happens next.

The way author has described the aura of the places in the story is much appreciated. I loved this novel especially because of the details with which Alec has described everything. Language is easy to follow and cover photo looks brilliant. After reading Alec’s first novel, I was curious to get my hands on the second one and I must say that it’s worth reading story.

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Book: Beyond The Stars

Author: Christine Clinton

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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Beyond The Stars penned by the author Christine Clinton is a kinda book that fits perfectly to my reading taste. Story has two main characters: Izzy Karmen, a beautiful city girl and Jerome Beckham, a charming and heartbroken cowboy.

Izzy went on one-week vacation to Rockwall county in Texas with her grade school best friend Kristyn Summers and her boyfriend. They have planned to attend the team roping event there. When they were in the bar for a rodeo dance party, Izzy received a call from home and she got to know that her father has been arrested with the charges of shooting some woman. Izzy’s parents aren’t the kind of parents one would wish to have.

Frustrated Izzy left the party alone and she ended up in front of Jerome’s barn. Jerome offered her to stay at his place for a night. Next morning, Izzy has to leave but they both feels that it is not their last meeting. Grab a copy of this book and read it yourself to know will they see each other again?

Storyline is quite interesting and I couldn’t put this book aside once I started reading it. Title of the book is appropriate and I enjoyed every bit of this story. Cover photo is nice. I like the stories involving ranches, cowboys, strong female characters, romance, etc. It’s a captivating story. Go ahead with it.

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Book: Call It Kismet

Author: Heather Hummel Gallagher

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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“Call It Kismet” is another interesting novel written by the author Heather Hummel Gallagher. Story is set in the year 1994-1995 in different US states. Protagonist of the story is Lucy. She is working as a portrait photographer from past few years and this earned her enough money to pay her rent. Eight years ago, she lost her parents in a tragic car accident. She couldn’t stay in a house that will remind her of her parents every single day. So, she moved into an apartment.

She received quarter-million dollars in the copyright infringement suit. Now, life has given her an opportunity to fulfill her dreams. She wanted to be an intellectual property lawyer so she could help other photographers protect their rights. She has another option to drive cross country with her camera. Read this story to know what Lucy will choose?

This is an intense story and perfect for weekend binge reading. It’s a great novel for light reading. Heather’s writing style is amazing and her narration is smooth. Cover photo of the book is eye catchy. Once I started reading this book, I couldn’t stop myself until I reached the last page. Heather’s novels storyline are interesting. Go ahead with this one without thinking twice.

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Book: Priscilla

Author: J Jerome

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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Frank is a 39 years old black man. He is married and has a child on the way. With the blessings of Dr King, he speak against injustices. Even though Frank was an innocent and a good hearted person, he lost his life. Frank when received a phone call that his wife has went into labor and he need to reach hospital soon, he know he is risking his life by stepping out. On the way, he was murdered amidst the riots situation in the country. Frank’s wife Anne lost her life while delivering Priscilla, a baby girl.

Aunt Tricia took really good care of Priscilla. But sometimes Priscilla finds herself in the situations where she needs to take decision that are too big as compared to her age. Priscilla kept on making wrong decisions one after the another. Find out how her life gonna be affected with all that. Cover photo of the book is amazing showing Priscilla. Language used in the book is easy to understand. Writing of Jerome is smooth. This story is unique. Sometimes my heart felt heavy full of emotions and at other times I found myself enjoying the story and getting involved deeper and deeper in Priscilla’s journey.

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Book: The Lacquered Talisman: A novel of 14th century China

Author: Laurie Dennis

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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“The Lacquered Talisman: A novel of 14th century China” is the debut novel of the author Laurie Dennis. This book revolves around the life of Zhu Yuanzhang aka Fortune. Zhu’s family had a bean curd shop and the product quality attracted many faithful customers in Ferry Village but one unfortunate event made his family to lose their shop. Zhu’s family had to leave their place and later they had to face many struggles then to survive. A plague that swept through China destroyed livelihood and families. Now, Zhu is left alone. He joins a Buddhist monastery and is on a path to find the Ming Dynasty.

Grab a copy of this novel and find out more about Fortune’s journey. Storyline is so interesting. This is the first time that I have read a novel that is set in China. This book is written beautifully and the detailed descriptions made it a captivating one. Cover photo of the book is nice and it kept me on the edge of my seat. It’s a gripping story and you won’t be able to put down this novel once you will start reading it. I enjoyed every bit of this novel and is now looking forward to read next book by Laurie.

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Book: The Dragon From Guangzhou

Author: DW Plato

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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“The Dragon From Guangzhou” is the historical fiction written by the author DW Plato. Story is set in the beginning of nineteenth century. The seas surrounding China and South East Asia are ruled by the ruthless pirates. Story features Mógū, a woman pirate. This book takes us on her adventurous journey. She was given up by her mother and went to orphanage nuns. The part where Zheng Yi fell in love with her and kidnaps her intrigued me the most.

How Mógū’s life will change after becoming the wife of famous pirate? Unveil it yourself by reading this novel. Length of the book is 213 pages so one could read this novel in a single sitting. Cover photo is nice. Mógū’s character is quite interesting and I enjoyed reading about it.

DW Plato’s writing is amazing. Her story has the power to hook the readers till the last page. I liked the ending of the story. It’s a worth reading novel if you love reading stories involving history, battles, etc.

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Book: Trials & Tribulations of Modesty Greene

Author: DW Plato

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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“Trials & Tribulations of Modesty Greene” is a historical fiction novel penned by the author DW Plato. It revolves around Harriet Tubman and her ancestors. Story begins from the year 1979 and features Mo’destee Vert living in Senegambia with her family. When Africans were captured and taken to America as slaves, Modesty was called by a man that she is a girl and he could make her a woman. She is now known as Modesty Greene.

Mo’destee befriends Ethel, Robert Bank’s daughter. With the new crop going in, Robert bought three men and Mo’destee. Robert told Ethel that she is innocent but these slaves should know who the real boss is. Grab a copy of this novel to find out what difficulties Mo’destee has to face.

This is a great story that has mature as well as sensitive content. Story involves history, rape, torture, slavery, freedom, etc. This story is riveting and hooked me in it. If stories involving history are of your interest then this is a great fiction to pick. Story is told from multiple POVs and characters are well written. It’s a great fiction and would be a great addition to your bookshelf.

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Book: Trigger Point: A Luc Fortesque adventure

Author: Douglas Misquita

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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Trigger Point written by the author Douglas Misquita is a Luc Fortesque adventure thriller. It is the third installment in the Luc Fortesque adventure thriller series. Story features Luc Fortesque who is under an Interpol Red Notice. He knows about the terrorist plot that has the power to put the world under huge threat and it can incriminates the Holy See also. Isn’t it strange how knowledge of something could put you in danger and sometimes can also cost you your life. One of the oldest espionage agencies in the world were closing on him.

On the other hand, Raymond Garrett has taken a difficult job in his hand i.e. to bring down El Fantasma. But El Fantasma desired to unite the fragmented drug operations run by paramilitary groups. Grab a copy of this book and get to know whether Luc and Raymond get successful in achieving anything?

The story is full of action all the time with a fast pace. I couldn’t put this book aside once I began to read it.

Even though it’s a part of series but can be read as a standalone also.
If you are a fan of adventure thrillers then this one you couldn’t miss at all. Language of the book is medium. Cover photo is nice. Writing style of author is professional and I enjoyed reading this.

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Book: Searching For Sarah

Author: Phillip Vega

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

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“Searching For Sarah” written by the author Phillip Vega is a great fiction/LGBTQ novel. Tom was in the middle of a conference call when he received a phone call from Detective Skaryd informing him that his sister Nina Ruiz is dead. Tom’s world turned upside down immediately. He reached to his sister’s condo in Clearwater. Soon, Tom’s wife Gabi also joined him.

When Tom and Gabi went to meet Nina’s attorney for the will, Tom found out that Nina wanted her funeral to be out of the box. She wanted Tom to execute her funeral with a woman named Sarah. By reading Nina’s journal entries, Tom realized that he didn’t know his sister that much even though he was under the impression that they share everything.

Grab a copy of this novel and find out who Sarah is? Will Tom be able to find her? Language of the book is simple and I enjoyed reading it. Since the novel has some journal entries, I enjoyed it even more. This is a great story for light reading. After a long time I have got hands on an amazing story.

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Book: The Best Doctor In Town: A Tall Tale From The Hills

Author: Amelia Townsend

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Language: English

Rating: 4/5

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“The Best Doctor in Town: A Tall Tale from the Hills” written by the author Amelia Townsend is a story that is inspired by actual events. Story is set in Southwest Virginia. Dr. Nicholas “Briggs” Oxenbriggs is the most renowned doctor at the Lone Mountain Medical Center in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. One day when he saw his mother dying, he wished to be a doctor so that he could free patients from their pain and they could be in peace forever.

Recently, Ira, father of Eliot West has been admitted to the hospital. Eliot is a police officer. Dr Briggs is handling his father’s case with his chief resident Dr Ash McKay. After a light stroke, McKay observed the reports of Ira but he just agreed with what Dr Briggs suggested. After few days, Eliot’s father was admitted again to the hospital. Dr Ash and Dr Briggs are suggesting different things to West family. Read this story to dig deeper why the patients are dying?

Cover photo of the book showing police officer’s badge, reporter’s notebook, doctor’s syringe, etc looks amazing. Title of the book is appropriate. Language used in the book is simple to understand. My interest in the story developed after few pages. Some descriptions could have been shorter. Character of Dr Briggs is interesting and unexpected. Storyline is intriguing and I was curious to know what gonna happen next until I reached the last page.

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