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January 18, 2024

Letters from Another Galaxy

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Letters from Another Galaxy 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Steven Radich ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Those who are fans of sci-fi/fantasy books should get their hands on Steven Radich’s book “Letters from Another Galaxy”. The main character of the story is Bill, an inmate who was serving his time in prison. One day, Bill and other inmates were taken from the prison on Earth to the planet Xerox.

Human trafficking became the fastest-growing sector of the Home Galaxy economy. There, women were kept as pets or in private zoos. Read the story to find out what will happen when Bill meets an influential Bruin family.

On the other hand, three extraterrestrials invaded Earth at the same time in China, New York and Australia. What would residents of Earth do in such a situation?

The author has handled multiple subplots well. I appreciate the vivid imagination of the author in world building. The storyline is intriguing and the author has done fantastic work in this book. The writing is descriptive and I was able to follow the story easily. This book has mature content so I like to recommend it to adult readers only.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 18, 2024

Formosan Vampire

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Formosan Vampire 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Amadeus Rockefeller ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Those who enjoy reading horror fiction should get their hands on Formosan Vampire penned by the author Amadeus Rockefeller. The story begins from Lyudao Prison, Taiwan and the year is 2022. The main character of the story is Seth Ardelean, a death row inmate and a vampire awaiting his execution. He doesn’t want to live without his wife and daughter. He is a ‘Formosan Vampire’.

Before Seth’s execution, Eunice Wang, a legal representative from Xin Tai-Yang Associates visited Green Island Prison to interview Seth. She was told that he wants to die by execution only and people wonder why. After getting a few details from the vampire, Eunice wanted to leave but due to a power cut, she had to spend more time with the vampire. He forced her to listen to him about the historical epic of his life as the Formosan vampire king. Eunice was surprised to know that Seth has spent four hundred years on Formosa.

Since the book contains violence, vampirism and cannibalism, this book is for mature readers. The author has managed to write the story in different timelines well. When Eunice was listening to Seth’s story, it sent chills down my spine. If I would have been in her place, I would have run from the prison without even looking back ever. The narration is smooth and you won’t feel like putting this book down. Those who enjoy reading stories involving history, horror, etc should definitely get their hands on this book. Seth’s character is interesting and I had a great time reading this book.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 17, 2024

The Phantom Firefighter

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: The Phantom Firefighter 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: J.W. Jarvis ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
The Phantom Firefighter written by the author J.W. Jarvis is the first book in the First Responder book series. The main character of the story is a thirteen-year-old Noah. The pandemic caused a strain on his parents’ relationship. They had a divorce and Noah’s mom moved two states away. His dad has to work all the time so they can afford the basic things in life. Noah doesn’t have any siblings to play or share chores with.

Noah has a nighttime reading ritual with his dad. This time, he is reading The Fearless Firefighter. This book introduces Noah to Zach who aspires to be a firefighter after high school. When Noah fell asleep while reading the book, he was transported across space and time where he met Zach. His father also had a similar dream. Read this book to find out if it was just a dream or was there more to it.

Those who enjoy reading fantasy stories should definitely get their hands on this book. This book is full of action, adventure, suspense, humor, etc. The character of Noah is written well by the author and he won my heart so soon. The writing style of the author is amazing. I like to recommend this book to teenagers and adults.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 16, 2024

Scorched

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Scorched 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Theresa Gage ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Scorched written by the author Theresa Gage is the second installment in the Flame series. The main character of the story is Aidan. After his father’s death, his brother Santurin became the king. Aidan loves a girl named Yvonne. He wants to marry her and has a plan to propose to her.

Aidan was plagued by his nightmares since his twin brother Cosmo and he shoved the evil sorcerer inside the dark mirror world. To seek revenge, the sorcerer is free now and he has thrown Aidan into the dark mirror world. Will he be successful in protecting his family?

The plot of the story is gripping. I couldn’t put this book aside once I started reading it. The author has done fantastic work in this book. The cover photo is nice with a suitable title.

Go ahead with this book without any hesitation.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 16, 2024

Sad Eyes: Book One: 1912 to 1939

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Sad Eyes: Book One: 1912 to 1939
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Dan Perkins ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“Sad Eyes: Book One: 1912 to 1939: A Nurse’s love of her country during WW II” written by the author Dan Perkins is an intriguing read. The main character of the story is Mary Ellen Murphy. She was born in 1912 and is from Waterloo, Iowa. When she was 12, she realized that she doesn’t want to spend her entire life in Waterloo.

Being a nurse has always been attractive to Mary. While growing up, she thought about being an Emergency Room nurse as there she would need to make quick decisions in the matter of life or death. When Mary told her parents about going to nursing school in Chicago, they wanted her to be in Iowa so she could be closer to family. Mary spent time volunteering at St. Mary’s hospital so she could decide better about her career.

Read this story to know what Mary will do further in her life. Mary’s character is inspiring. I could relate well to her character as I am also a career driven woman and don’t accept the fact that women should be dominated by men in today’s society. The plot of the story is nice. Although Mary’s character is fictional, she seems real. It’s a must read book.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 14, 2024

Climbing the Glass Mountain

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Climbing the Glass Mountain 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Allen & David Gliniewicz ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Those who love reading memoirs should get their hands on David’s book “Climbing the Glass Mountain”. In this book, the author has shared the story of his father Allen Gliniewicz. Allen worked at major aerospace and technology companies. He majorly worked with Apollo 11 and Apollo 13.

This story is told from the pov of Allen. When Allen’s father survived the battle, an indelible mark was left on him and he started believing strongly in the divine power. It was amazing to read about the important role of Allen in the Apollo 13 rescue. Allen’s journey into spirituality and the way he interpreted dreams is refreshing and unique to me.

It’s the first time I have read a book by a father son duo in which the son has shared some comments and it was interesting to know David’s opinions. The language used in the book is lucid. I had a great time reading this book as I am from a science background. The title of the book is suitable.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 13, 2024

HUMAN: Behind the Mask

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: HUMAN: Behind the Mask 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Carly Reed ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“HUMAN: Behind the Mask” written by the author Carly A Reed is a poetry book including coordinating scripture and custom artwork. These poems are written on topics like body dysmorphia, mental health, addiction, etc. Through this book, the author wants to inspire readers so they don’t give up. The author who had struggled with mental health, addiction and body dysmorphia has shared her thoughts in this book.

In this book, the author takes the readers on the rollercoaster ride of her sobriety journey. Below lines are from the poem Ashtray in which the author has mentioned how heartbreak can lead to the addiction of smoking, etc.

People talk about dancing in the rain;
Judging by my self-destructive ways,
I’ve been playing in the flames
I haven’t always been this way
First time, first heartbreak
I didn’t know how to handle the pain
High school, starting to party days

These poems are about the healing and self-discovery journey of the author. The healing process is magical and the author’s journey is an inspiration for others to not give up.

This book shows how faith can pull one out from the darkness. Those who are on the path of spiritual growth should definitely get their hands on this book. The writing style of the author is easy to follow. Go ahead with it without any second thoughts.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 9, 2024

Elizabeth’s Mountain

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Elizabeth’s Mountain 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Lucille Guarino ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Elizabeth’s Mountain written by the author Lucille Guarino is an amazing story about love and loss that focuses on two generations. This story has two main female characters. Elizabeth is ninety years old. Her granddaughter Amanda is thirty four years old. When Elizabeth was in high school, she found love. Robbie went to fight a war in South Korea and was Elizabeth’s fiancé. After the loss of Robbie, Elizabeth again found love in life. She is a hopeless romantic just like me.

When Amanda moved in with her grandmother, her grandmother assured her that one day she would find a gentleman just like her Grandpa. Amanda however feels that chivalry is now dead. Read this story to know will she find love after ending the three years relationship.

Those who are fans of women’s fiction novels should definitely get their hands on this book. I loved everything about this book. Lucille’s writing style is amazing. The storyline is written well. If you are looking for a story with dual timelines then go ahead with this book.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 7, 2024

When I Stop Fighting

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: When I Stop Fighting 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Daryl Dittmer ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“When I Stop Fighting: The Unexpected Joy of Getting My Head Out of My Ass” written by the author Daryl Dittmer is an inspirational memoir in which the author has shared his own journey from a troubled kid to a grateful life.

Daryl and his two other siblings were raised by their parents. His mom was strict and taught her kids the much needed manners while his dad wanted his kids to learn how to be self-reliant. Daryl’s dad worked hard and never believed in spoon feeding his kids. While growing up, Daryl fell into the trap of impressing others where he was unable to say No for drinking, smoking, etc. He even went to attend an inpatient treatment program. Read his journey to know how he met various mentors along the way and how his life took a 360° turn.

Daryl’s story teaches us to not have a victim mentality. It tells us the power of faith, consistency, willingness, beliefs, etc in one’s life. The writing style of the author is nice. The title of the book is suitable. It is an uplifting story. I had a great time reading this book. I strongly recommend this book to my fellow readers.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon

January 6, 2024

Om Vel Way

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Om Vel Way 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Seval Seer ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“Om Vel Way: Be Happy and Make Happy” is a spiritual read. The theme of this book is to “Be Happy and Make Happy.”

In this book, the author has mentioned that everything we do is to increase the scale of happiness in our lives. The author is enlightening the readers about what happiness is from an external, internal or unified view. The title of the book is OM VEL WAY. “OM” is the Spirit “VEL” is the Sport “Way” is how the Spirit plays the Sport.

The author has mentioned about the heartful journey of a soul along the path of self-actualization. I loved the part about Siva and Sakthi. The author has explained how Self is the process of self-becoming ultimately and eternally. Self-actualization requires courage and faith. In this book, the author has shared stories with spiritual insights.

Go ahead with this book if you want to begin your journey of self-transformation. The author has done fantastic work in this book. I am glad to read it. The cover photo is nice and the title is meaningful. Strongly recommended to my fellow readers.

𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5/5

★ Book Is Available On Amazon