Review: Captive

Captive by Jex Lane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Captive was the perfect name for Jex Lane's debut novel because I was completely captivated. Everything about this novel kept me engaged from the settings to the characters to the story's arc. Well done, Jex Lane!

Masterfully crafted this novel is action packed from the first page til the end leaving me craving more. Book 2 in the Beautiful Monsters series already has quite the undertaking in living up to the standard that Captive has set, but I have no doubt that Jex Lane will accomplish this task. Don't keep us waiting too long or I'll have to stalk you on social media for the release of the second installment. LOL

If there is one thing that disappointed me it was the relationship between Tarrick and Matthew I wanted more. I desperately wanted them to share their feels to each other, but I quite understand why this did not happen… yet.

You have me hooked and I will certainly be looking out for book 2. Congratulations and much success in the future.


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Review: Raven's Peak

Raven's Peak by Lincoln Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Raven's Peak is an outstanding, action packed adventure that kept moving rapidly till the bitter end. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel from the settings, to character development and the relationship between Abigail and Haatim. I look forward to the next installment of the series. Don't keep us waiting too long Mr. Cole.

I was a little jolted in parts of this story, one being the Interlude. That pulled me right out of the story and it took a day to get back to it. I understand why Mr. Cole choose to use this tactic, but I'm not convinced it worked well. Once I started reading I was glad I did. What a ride Mr. Cole took us on. The other jolt was the ending, it just stopped. Without the prelude the ending would have had me furious, but I tend to do that with my stories, so I forgive you for that one Mr. Cole. LOL

Overall this novel is well-written, well-developed and an author I will read more from. Well done Mr. Cole! Keep up the great work.


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Review: Eve

Eve by Patti Larsen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In giving full disclosure, I received this novel free because I nominated it in the Kindle Scout program, and boy, am I ever glad I did.

What an incredible story from start to finish. It was so good I could barely put it down. (Even to work, LOL) The way Larson weaves the story is nothing short of stellar. I loved everything about Eve from the characters, to the world, she made everything believable. There is not one moment in this story where I questioned what was happening or who these characters were. Well done, Mrs. Larson.

As a side note I wanted to add that my normal genres are not Folklore, Fantasy, Science Fiction because it's very hard for me to picture a world that doesn't exist, but after reading Eve I may have to try some other novels in this genre before quickly moving on from them. So thank you, Mrs. Larson for opening my eyes to a world I have been blind to in the past.


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Murder in 4th Hour by Michael Gregory
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novel was entered in Kindle Scout program and was one of my first nominations. Unfortunately, it was not selected, but I bought a copy and read it anyways. I'm so glad I did. What a great story from start to finish. A smart mystery that kept me guessing until the very end.

The characters of Jack and Chris are so well developed I felt as if I knew them both. The story moved along precisely right, giving the reader enough detail to visualize the scenes and scenarios, but never boring the audience. The way the two main characters played off each other was nothing short of excellent writing.

I'm not sure why this story wasn't chosen by Kindle Scout. (And we'll probably never know) But, I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery, YA, or a just a great read.


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Review: Follow the Crow

Follow the Crow by B.B. Griffith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an excellent novel, full of mystery and intrigue. This novel was definitely a surprise. I began reading not expecting much, but boy did I get a great piece of literature. I will be looking at more from this author. Highly recommend this novel if you love face paced mysteries with a touch of supernatural. The supernatural element mixed with realism was crafted so beautifully I never once questioned the realistic nature of the story. Well done B.B. Griffith!

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Review: Spoiled Little Princess Wears a Rat

Spoiled Little Princess Wears a Rat by Regina Puckett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A children's illustrated novel with a moral inspired story. I enjoyed the story and the illustrations that went along well with the story. My only advice for the author would be to make your text a little more prevalent. There were some pages of the novel that the text was diluted by the illustration and therefore became difficult to read. That is the only reason I give this work 4 stars.

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Review: Confessions of an Ugly Girl

Confessions of an Ugly Girl by Alice Wasser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What can I say about this novel? It is hilarious. There are very few novels that I have read that had me laughing out loud, but this is definitely one of them. The author writes the novel like a diary of Millie Glockenfeld, which allows the reader a peek of her inner mind. Millie represents most woman, in my opinion, with her self-doubt, never believing she's good enough for anyone, until she meets someone she feels isn't good enough for her. Sad really, but it's the human way, I suppose. Funny story with many laugh out loud moments. I'll be looking at Wasser's other novels for sure.

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