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Shifting in The Realms (The Twin Cities Series Book 1) By Theresa Snyder
In her young adult novella, Shifting in the Realms, Theresa Snyder created a “realm” or alternate dimension where paranormal beings exist. Vampires, shapeshifters, and an assortment of other mythical creatures live together in less than harmony. Setting this hidden location somewhere between the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul the area is called The Realms by its inhabitants. The primary protagonist is a teenage … Continue reading Shifting in The Realms (The Twin Cities Series Book 1) By Theresa Snyder
Trusting Jack (Unexpected Emotion Book 1) Beth Hale
In Beth Hale’s book Trusting Jack the author has created characters so realistic they practically walk out of the pages. From the first chapter where Emma Payne is betrayed by her cheating husband Ryan I liked her character. Although she was devastated by his infidelity and subsequent abandonment, she takes steps to pull herself together and move forward with her life. Supported by her gay … Continue reading Trusting Jack (Unexpected Emotion Book 1) Beth Hale
End of Watch: A Novel (The Bill Hodges Trilogy Book 3) by Stephen King
In the third and final installment of the Bill Hodges trilogy Stephen King brings back Mr. Mercedes, “The Mercedes Killer”, Brady Hartsfield back to center stage. Much like the shark in “Jaws 2”, just when you thought it was safe to look away the big, bad guy returns with an even more diabolical plot. Bill Hodges and his assistant Holly Gibney are now private … Continue reading End of Watch: A Novel (The Bill Hodges Trilogy Book 3) by Stephen King
“Taming James (Unexpected Emotion Book 2)” by Beth Hale
Let me begin by saying this is the second book I’ve read by author Beth Hale and she is fast becoming my favorite romance writer. In her book “Taming James” she once again creates characters that are so vibrant they seem to step off the pages. “Taming James” follows Liv (Olivia) Hughes as she pursues her career in London, England. Having left her home in … Continue reading “Taming James (Unexpected Emotion Book 2)” by Beth Hale
Night Eyes (The Detective Temeke Crime Series Book 2) by Claire Stibbe
Night Eyes is the second book in the Temeke Crime Series by Claire Stibbe and is even more fascinating than the first. Once again Detectives David Temeke and Malin Santiago are called on to investigate a bizarre crime. This time the twelve year old son of Albuquerque Mayor Bill Oliver has been kidnapped. Adam Oliver isn’t your ordinary pre-teen; he’s a Boy Scout whose nickname, … Continue reading Night Eyes (The Detective Temeke Crime Series Book 2) by Claire Stibbe
“A Stranger Came Among Them” by Donald Montano
In his book “A Stranger Came Among Them” Donald Montano has created an historical Western that contains both action and romance. Set in 1866 in the Colorado Territory, this is the first book in this exciting trilogy. Montano effectively builds suspense as he weaves the tale of good guys versus bad guys with enough lust hold the interest of any reader. From the … Continue reading “A Stranger Came Among Them” by Donald Montano
“Magnolia Secrets” by Beth Hale
Addressing the issue of domestic abuse is a challenge in fiction. Beth Hale handles the subject honestly in her romantic thriller “Magnolia Secrets”. From the first chapter in this compelling book I was firmly hooked. The story revolves around Lainey Holley, her husband Chief of Police Evan Holley, and newly hired Officer Walker Bell. Beginning with a hot sexual encounter between Lainey … Continue reading “Magnolia Secrets” by Beth Hale
In The Lap Of The Gods: The Phoenix Series Book 4 by Ted Tayler
Author Ted Tayler continues his Phoenix series with this taut and well plotted fourth book, In the Lap of the Gods. This compact book takes place in approximately a month of time, a month where intense and dramatic changes take place in the lives of Phoenix, Athena, and other members of the Olympus Project. As the group continues their professional brand of vigilante … Continue reading In The Lap Of The Gods: The Phoenix Series Book 4 by Ted Tayler
I’ve Loved These Days: Abigail Phelps, Book One by Bethany Turner
I read this book on the recommendation of a friend. When I first started I’ve Loved These Days by Bethany Turner I was a little skeptical. The book begins with a letter to Jacqueline Onassis. That was enough to grab my attention. The following pages are notes from Dr. Alec Redmond. Dr. Redmond is the psychiatrist who is treating Abigail Phelps, the strange protagonist of … Continue reading I’ve Loved These Days: Abigail Phelps, Book One by Bethany Turner
Between the Beats 