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Book: River Class: A True Story Of The Reckless American Youth

Author: Craig Leibfreid

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Language: English

Rating: 4/5

“River Class: A True Story Of The Reckless American Youth” is a memoir written by the author Craig Leibfreid. In this book, author has shared about his journey. When he was in high school, he had done many parties. Alcohol, drugs, girls, music, etc is all that matters. He had first Warren-Haynes experience after graduating from high school.

Craig was close to a girl Natalie since junior high. They went on a vacation to Great Britain along with some other friends. He spent a great time with Natalie in England. They even went to London. As Craig returned from Great Britain, he went to camp with Lehs. There, they were almost hit by mortar fire but were luckily saved. Later, when Craig joined college, his relationship with Natalie ended as she moved away while Craig lived at home with his family in Johnstown. Grab a copy of this book to know about more experiences of an American young boy.

Language of the book is simple and easy to understand. Narration is smooth. Writing style of Craig is nice but a book needs little formatting. Cover art by Jeremy Stump could have been better to make the book eye catchy in the first look. I like to recommend this book to high school students or those who are in college. They could definitely relate to 1 or more experiences of the author.

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Book: River Class: The Way Down

Author: Craig Leibfreid

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Language: English

Rating: 4/5

The Way Down penned down by the author Craig Leibfreid is the sequel of “A True Story Of The Reckless American Youth”. Before returning to Morgantown, Craig came across few grams of psychedelic mushrooms. Later he moved into one-bedroom apartment in Morgantown.

Craig carried his philosophy book “The Critique of Pure Reason” and he carried his bag of mushrooms with him to camp. In the fall semester in Morgantown, he met a nursing student, a beautiful girl. Craig who was still virgin felt his racing hormones. However, nothing happened. He bought few beers for her. Later, when he reached his apartment, the girl-next-door approached him. They made out but Craig didn’t feel connected to that woman’s soul.

Grab a copy of this book to know how meditation, worship helped Craig to be stable mentally. Craig’s journey is worth reading. If you love reading memoirs then go ahead with this book. I appreciate Craig’s courage to share his journey with us. Book contains mature content like drugs, sex, etc. So, it is recommended for adult readers.

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Book: The Old Men Who Row Boats And Other Stories

Author: David Joseph

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

“The Old Men Who Row Boats And Other Stories” written by the author David Joseph is a collection of short stories. These stories are set mostly in Spain. There are total 14 short stories in this collection.

First is the titular story “The Old Men Who Row Boats”. Old men row boats in the morning hours at Retiro Park. This made them feel manly and it’s a great physical activity for them to move their limbs. One of the men who row boats is Javier who lived in a small apartment near the Reina Sofía Museum. Javier had never married and had no children. His routine is to have coffee before rowing.

My favourite among the collection is “The Girl at the Chocolate Shop”. It’s a story about a tiny Chocolate Shop where people of different profession or age stop by. It is about the smile of a girl who works at the Chocolate Shop. There are many rumors about the reason of a girl’s smile.

These short stories are unique and interesting. Characters of the stories are penned well by the author. If you are looking for a stress buster or something to enjoy in your short break, you could enjoy one story at a time. Language of the book is simple and cover photo is nice. I enjoyed all these stories as they have unique plot. I like to recommend it to short story lovers. Looking forward to read more such short stories by the author.

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Book: The Royal Bond

Author: Keylee C Hargis

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

The Royal Bond written by the author Keylee C Hargis is the first book in The Bond Series. Story features a young werewolf Scarlett Madison. In the country where she lives, their lives are dictated by the Personal Status System. Scarlett’s family is too poor and they are the sectors i.e. at the bottom. Since, Scarlett was hungry she stole bread and ran from the alpha police of Intelligence Pack.

To punish her, she was given a Community Service at the War Pack that has the scariest of fighters. When Scarlett was there for the Community Service, she heard that Royal Alpha King Christian is coming to visit the pack. What Scarlett didn’t expected was that she will be mated to the king. Grab a copy of this book and read the further story to know what will happen next.

I always love to read stories of werewolves/witches. Storyline is intriguing and this story kept me on the edge of my seat. While reading, I was curious to find out what gonna happen next in the story. Language of the book is lucid. Cover photo is nice. I appreciate author’s imagination and her smooth writing. Really enjoyed every bit of this book.

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Book: unNecessary Pain

Author: Erica Nobles

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Language: English

Rating: 4.5/5

unNecessary Pain written by the author Erica Nobles is a poetry book. It is a collection of eight poems that describes the path from heartbreak to healing. My favourite from the collection are: Turn Back Time and Life Goes On. This book is an emotional read. One could relate to one or more poetry lines.

If I could turn back time and undo the words I said.
If I could turn back time and undo the way I behaved.
If I could turn back time and undo our holding hands
and our first kiss.
If I could turn back time and not reveal my hopes and
dreams and fears to you.

I really appreciate that author has shared deepest of her emotions with the readers. Not everyone has the courage to do that. Most of us go through a phase of life when we have to go through suffering, pain, etc. Sometimes we feel like undoing the things we had done in the past. I could relate well to the poems. These poems has also thrown a light on how God helps us and prevent us from going on the wrong path.

Writing style of Erica is nice. Poems are written in simple language so beginners could also understand the deep emotions that author has expressed with the help of words. It is a short read that one could finish in a single sitting. I am definitely interested to read more work by Erica Nobles.

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Book: Measures

Author: B. L. Bruce

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

Measures written by the author B. L. Bruce is the third published book of the author. It is a collection of nearly sixty poems. Some of my favorite poems from the collection are: Morro Bay, Fewer, The Color Blue, It Happened Once, etc. These poems explores grief, love, loss, betrayal, etc.

A woman
in the distance
stands in the gray sea,
bends to hold it
in her hands
so tenderly—
I yearned to know
such a caress.

Cover photo of the book looks mind blowing and the title is suitable. Writing style of author is nice. Poems are written as left aligned. Some poems are short whereas other ones are long. They are lyrical in nature and if you are a poetry lover then you shouldn’t miss to read this book.

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Book: The Valkyrie’s Bond

Author: Lucy Roy

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Language: English

Rating: 4.5/5

The Valkyrie’s Bond written by the author Lucy Roy is the first book in Half Blood Rising series. In unions where one is a shifter and one is a witch or a warlock, it’s the witch blood that always won out.

Freya’s father decided to send her away from the royal court of Lindoroth. She’d trained and fought in Watoria, the capital of the realm of Allanor, earning herself a reputation with the local marshals.

After spending six years in Watoria, Freya left the city. She had to go directly to the academy. It will take under three days for Freya to reach Iladel. Prince Aerilius will be attending Aldridge this year and he is Freya’s good childhood friend. Grab a copy of this book to know about the secrets that Freya and prince will uncover.

Pronunciation Guide at the beginning of the book helped me to pronounce easily. World building is nice and characters are penned well. Storyline is very intriguing and author’s writing style is impressive. Cover photo of the book is nice. Pace of the story is medium and I didn’t feel bored anytime while reading this story. I like to recommend it to my friends.

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Book: The Unravelling

Author: Joanna Vander Vlugt

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

The Unravelling written by the author Joanna Vander Vlugt is the first book in the Jade and Sage Mystery book series. Story is set in the city of Victoria. Jade Thyme defended her ex-husband Jules Cranbury. Jules was charged with the second-degree murder of twenty-year-old Swedish actress Anna Von Altman. When the jury announced its decision, Jules was declared not guilty. But soon, Jules was murdered. Jade was questioned at the crime scene for her reasons of being there.

Jade discovered something about the secret justice Society who has been around for twenty years. When Jules has chosen Jade to defend him, Jade’s life was also put in danger because of guilty by association. Now, will the truth uncover who is behind the murder?

The Unravelling is an interesting story with a fast pace. Cover photo of the book is nice and plot of the story is well written. The story kept me on the edge while reading. I love murder mysteries as they wake up the inner detective in me and while reading I keep on thinking who is the culprit. Go ahead with this book without thinking twice.

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Book: Secrets Of The Under Under World: Water

Author: P.S. Whatever

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

“Secrets Of The Under Under World: Water” written by the author P.S. Whatever is an interesting story about a girl Sam who have to look after two world.

Sam and her brother Darby are orphan. They once had love, a shadow of parents, good food, clothes, etc but now with their parents dead, they are living with Aunt C. Sam was stuck on the roof. She was angry because of the bad food she has to eat, old clothes she has to wear and hand-down books she has to use.

Sam fell through the Surface of the earth and lands into an Under-Under World. Luckily she landed on leaves, so her body didn’t broke. Sam realizes soon that she is under the bottom of the world and she has to find a way out to reach the surface. Grab a copy of this book and read it to find out what will happen when she has an encounter with Great Hildinski.

This is really an interesting story that I enjoyed to the most. Author’s vivid imagination is something I really appreciate. Children will enjoy this story a lot. Language of this book is easy to follow and cover photo is nice. It would be great to see this story in the form of a movie.

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Book: Daniel’s Dreams: Monster Mountain

Author: Leanne Brown

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Language: English

Rating: 5/5

“Daniel’s Dreams: Monster Mountain” is an interesting story book written by the author Leanne Brown and illustrated by Yogesh Mahajan. Story features a young boy Daniel who is shy and kind.

Daniel who lacks belief in himself feels butterflies in his stomach oftenly. His sister Darcie is opposite of him. She is strong, independent and has a cute smile. Every night in his dreams, Daniel go on great adventures and meet new people. One night, a corn-yellow, egg shaped monster Dex appeared in Daniel’s room and took him to Monster Mountain. Grab a copy of this book and read it yourself to know why that place is called Monster Mountain and is Dex a good or a bad monster? What advice he will give to Daniel?

Language of this story book is lucid. Cover photo of the book is eye catchy. This book is full of pretty illustrations and is a perfect pick for bedtime reading. I could relate myself to Daniel as I am also shy but adventure loving person. Author’s storytelling skill is mind blowing. This book is perfect and I wish I could give it more than 5 stars out of 5. Truly loved it.

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