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Book Review 5 out of 5 stars! First and foremost, this book is part two of "Tales of the Magistrate". It can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading part one first, " The Touch of Murder ". It just helps to set the stage for things and introduce the characters. Overall you will get a better reading experience to read them in order. "I hate paperwork." - Tao Jun (his number one archnemesis!) Being forced into actually doing his job, Tao Jun grits his teeth as he's sent to do a bureaucratic task. Not enjoying a minute of it until things turn interesting. Oh and a crime scene involving a murder and is that another body over there? Gladly taking over the case Tao Jun focuses in on the new task that's keeping him away from his stuffy office. Until a cold chill rushes down his spine as he notices some things about the crime scenes that causes deja-vu for this chaotic magistrate. Facing old demons from his past he knows for a fact were gone...

Book Review 5 out of 5 stars! "I am bored." - Tao Jun Being stuck inside an office is no place for Tao Jun! Luckily someone tosses him a bone in the form of a missing person. Things do turn sour when the case becomes a murder investigation. But Tao Jun will gladly do anything to stay out of the office and away from his archnemesis. . .paperwork! Only things begin to go sideways when Tao Jun finds a whole nest of lies, an assassin group, and a mysterious girl with an interesting past. Not to mention a wanted conman! What was his name again? Tao Jun brandishes his sword Joy and silk robes as he tracks down his leads. Hopefully the trail will end with the correct person being arrested. "Ji Ping, you're as bad as my wife." - Tao Jun "The woman must be an incarnation of the goddess of mercy to put up with you." - Ji Ping First of all. . .I screamed, fine I squealed, when I read that this was going to be about Tao Jun. I met him in the " Tales of the Sw...

ARC Book Review Set to release September 30, 2022! 4 out of 5 stars!   "Dan is back." In a post-apocalyptic world, there's a small town with "odd" rituals. Five years ago a Bride Hunt took place that ended in tragedy for the Marlow family. Now with the pressing hunt coming back around the Marlow family's thrown into unease again. Dan's returned to help the sisters with the upcoming barbaric ritual. Hoping to get through to them and for them to agree to his help. Only Winter Catholicism has a firm hold over the town and the young women who live there. Can Dan get through to the girls? Will things end like they did with the last Bride Hunt? And will Griffin hold up his end of the bargain with Dan? "Not every man deserves a wife." - Rob First of all, this book is a darker one! If the clergyman and the town council all agree on a young woman being in the hunt, then she is in. One of the main characters of the book is only fourteen! Nothing happens ...

Book Review 3.8 out of 5 stars! "I'm just going to walk out there like a normal villager." - Kaia There's nothing "normal" about Kaia Dashul! Having inherited the Dragon Fire, her path is already laid out before her. Only she wants a normal life and to meet a normal boy. Things turn sour when an ancient being's undead army appear in her hometown. Kaia revels in her fire and it causes her to want to pursue her destiny. No matter where it may lead and who she has to team up with. Venturing forth with her unlikely companions, Kaia's ready to do what must be done. But can a seventeen-year-old girl really accomplish things? Does she have enough control over her flames? And will the Shadow Heir ever stop teasing her!? "When a body is raised, the darkest part of that person's soul is also raised to inhabit it." - Shad This is a coming of age story for Kaia. Journeying away from her family and understanding the ways of the world. There are thin...

Book Review Release day is today! September 24, 2022 5 out of 5 stars! First and foremost! Go read " Sunshine and Suspicion " first. It helps to set the stage and introduce Lana, the town, and the location. It's a shorter read than this book and just helps to increase the reading experience of Lana Honeywell and Cherry Grove. This review may also contain spoilers if you haven't read the prequel book. "What was she doing? Running around a field, chasing a ball, hockey stick in hand on a Sunday?" - Lana Lana Honeywell's settling into the town of Cherry Grove nicely. After having the little hiccup when she first arrived things are running smoothly. Having joined the field hockey team of Cherry Grove, Lana's hoping to get more acquainted with everyone. Only things take a turn when someone is found murdered! Having a sense of deja-vu, Lana takes on the task of clearing everyone's name on the team including hers. . .again! Only this time maybe she has ...

Book Review Releasing September 24, 2022 (tomorrow)! 5 out of 5 stars! "Her twelve months of zen, and no men." - Lana Lana Honeywell needed a vacation from life! Moving away from the crazy lights of Sydney and the never ending hustle and bustle. Not to mention having to cover scandals and defuse situations even if they are of her own life! She needs a break and a way to recharge and re-evaluate things. Not to mention distance from an ex. . . Lana finds exactly what she needs in a small town named Cherry Grove. Only things are not as quiet and serene as she had hoped for. . . A grumpy neighbor makes it difficult from the moment she set foot on her  property. Things are about to unravel for this seemingly "peaceful" town. Lana may just get placed in the middle of it all when a body is discovered! "She wasn't here to chase gorgeous men through parks." - Lana Lana's such a great character! I cannot wait to read the next book with her in it. This book w...

Book Review 3.8 out of 5 stars! "As I was trying to fit in, I couldn't help feeling like I was the only one standing out." - Shufen Shufen has had to make a decision she didn't really want to make. . . Leaving her father's house next to the beautiful sea she's settling for a home with her mom. . . A place in a small town centered around weird activities. UFO's and paranormal happenings. Shufen has a rational mind that focuses on Science and things being explained by Science. But when an odd trio of teenagers catch her eye at her new High School things change. Being drawn to one of the three in particular Shufen may just have to come to terms that Science cannot explain everything in life. . . "I closed my eyes and messaged my brain as I ignored her conspiracy theory brain." - Shufen I liked Shufen and how her mind worked. She wasn't afraid to speak up about situations, aside from the usual teenager thing. Wanting to blend in and not draw atte...

Book Review 4.8 out of 5 stars! "Of course, I always knew I was ugly." - First line of the book! Alex has known ever since he was born that he had a deformed face. One that would cause many to steer clear of him or make rude comments about. His home soon became a prison he couldn't venture out of, not that he wanted to. Lacking any human touch of any kind Alex grew darker. Until Jessica brought some hope into his life. Only his face is stopping her from getting near him. He knows she's repulsed and she is far out of his league. But could she look past his face? He knows that she would appreciate everything he could do for her. Or will he be cursed to remain alone and untouched until the day he dies? And why is the mansion so empty of people? "Stop the world I want to get off." - Jessica I can completely relate to this line! Jessica was a great FMC and I enjoyed reading about her. Her journey throughout the book was interesting and I am very much ready for th...

ARC Book Review 4 out of 5 stars! Set to release September 20, 2022 "There will always be someone who thinks of me as their villain. The least I can do is be a damn good one." Rory's on a mission to find the ones' responsible for a family members murder. One who was very close to Rory. Her path is paved with vengeance and justice but it is her "little" secret. . . Keeping things from her family and friends while trying to maintain a "normal" life can be trying. Not to mention will they still look at her the same if they knew? Events take a turn for the worse and everything is brought to the forefront. Except for Rory's side of things. . . Now sentenced, Rory has to navigate through a new realm with a whole slew of issues. Including those who deem themselves superior to Rory. The only thing keeping Rory going is the fact she may have reached the end of her trail! But will she be able to accomplish her task? Can she even survive this realm? And w...

Book Review 5 out of 5 stars! First and foremost! This book is a duet! " Sinners Anonymous " is the first book in the series and if you haven't read it yet, that is okay. You will have a better reading experience if you read book one first. Since the couple from book one are present in book two and three. However! Books two and three are a duet! Meaning where two leaves off, three picks right up. Spoilers a head if you haven't read " Sinners Condemned " first. "But I'm going to take you anyway, and then I'm going to ruin you." - Rafe Penny knew all along something wasn't right with the whole "gentleman" thing. She would have never used such a word to describe the man. Now sitting in a car with the sight of Blake and Rafe's busted knuckles it is all confirmed! But does she really want to see what's under the façade? The full spectrum that is Raphael Visconti? Rafe has decided to give the world the finger and sit whilst ...

Book Review 5 out of 5 stars! "I'm taking you on a trip." - Jasper Tabitha's relationship ended on a bad note. . . After NOT getting that dreamy moment she's content with crunching numbers at her job. Until a devilishly-handsome-tornado comes whirling into her office. Jasper, her best friend, has the perfect cure for her depression and it isn't staying there! Ready to be whisked away to a tropical island? Did I mention there's close proximity? Two friends are suddenly faced with alone time together, were they ever "just" friends? Tabitha knows she's out of Jasper's league and only his friend, yet. . . "What do you say we eat desert first?" - Jasper Who doesn't want to get jerked out of the Mundane rat race and given an all-paid for vacation?! No questions asked, I would take one right now! I absolutely loved this short story! It's only forty-four pages of pure romance and fluff. I loved the relationship the two had and e...

Book Review 4.5 out of 5 stars! "A curse, which bids one each for redemption, over and over." Kiki and Janine have moved away from the sensational TV show "Spectral Analysis". Both needing to connect to things pertaining to themselves. Kiki going home to Scotland and her reconnecting to the coven, while Janine's finishing that degree and potentially marrying her love! Only things start to go array. . . A curse has been brought to light that can no longer be ignored. Coincidences have been popping up everywhere and everything's coming to a head! Placing Janine and Kiki back in the middle of things. Testing their friendship and love for the men in their lives. Will the men hang onto them or flee? Will Kiki have her awakening? And will Janine ever get to have a peaceful life? "Most people fancy dating a witch as cute, but then they delve deeper into things, and they dinna understand it." - Gwen This book made me want to burn some sage and lavender, so...

Book Review 4.8 out of 5 stars! "The lies, betrayal, double-crossing. This is mafia life." Yeah, Georgia wanted no part of this life! But she had to step in and prevent something from ending worse than it already was. Only when she tries to escape it is on the same day as a certain someone's hunt for blood. . . Georgia has traded one poison in for another, only this new one is deadlier. Wanting her freedom she will stop at nothing to get it back, but at what cost? Andrei has presented a proposal of sorts, will she take it? Or does she even have a choice? And why is there this pull to the man who she should be running away from in fear? "I almost applaud her spirit, standing up to the big bad mobster." - Andrei Georgia's not timid by any means and her mouth may just get her into trouble! She speaks her mind and doesn't hide her emotions. I loved the chaotic banter between her and Andrei so much! Andrei has no idea what he's getting himself into with h...

Comic Book Review 5 out of 5 stars! First and foremost! These comics go in order so if you haven't read " The Blood Below Issue One  ,  Issue 2  or Issue 3 " go read them first! Otherwise there will be some major spoilers and this review will be confusing. They are very quick reads since they are comics, you won't be disappointed! "Fair warning Doc, it's been a Hell of a fucking week for me. . ." - Nick (this is an understatement!) Finally! We are getting some answers! But of course only just enough. . . Nick has caught a major suspect in this chaotic case! Only things get cut short and another lead pops up, one that may just spiral things even more. Not going in alone Nick recruits a new partner, Daisy with her "super powers". I guess the saying of "two heads are better than one" is actually true. Though having a strong body guard has its perks as well. Is Nick actually getting closer to things or is he still grasping at straws? Will...

Comic Book Review 5 out of 5 stars! First and foremost! These comics go in order so if you haven't read " The Blood Below Issue One or Issue 2 " go read them first! Otherwise there will be some spoilers and this review will be confusing. They are very quick reads since they are comics, you won't be disappointed! "Beware, son of Adam, you play a dangerous game." - Barkeep Detective Nick Holden has just lost his partner to a weird disappearing bar! Nick's trying to find answers for the double homicide cases back from Issue One. Only now he's beginning to maybe realize that things are getting a bit more out of control. Wonderland here we come! Running into a certain someone Nick hopes to get some things explained. But will he or will it just scramble things even more? I love this series and the twists and mysteries that Nick is having to deal with! He just isn't catching a break at all. And now with a missing partner he is bound and determined to f...

Book Review 5 out of 5 stars! "I wanted a change." - Waylynn Waylynn's trying to make a new life for herself, starting over. In a new town with a soon to be college debut! She's hoping to gain some "normalcy" with her life, not wanting anyone to know of her secrets or that she sees doctors and takes medicine. She's sick and tired of being sick, never seeming to get better. Putting aside the past only goes so far before it comes back to bite you. Having run into two certain someone, Waylynn's life is about to get fuller. Can she keep her past from these new people? What would happen if they knew the truth? And why does one of them insist on checking the locks of her house all the time?! This book will pull at your heart strings! Not to mention the ending. . .Albany literally breaks your heart with the cliffhanger! You will desperately be wanting the next book as soon as it comes out. I devoured this book and would have read it all in one night. But ap...

Book Review 5 out of 5 stars!   "Thank you, dear reader, for coming on this ride. Now, buckle the hell up." - Dedication for this book! "You are not your brother." Princess Chloe's had enough with the barbaric Vessel Games! Trying to put a stop to it is proving challenging as she cannot make head way. The Games are brutal and many young men loose their lives in hopes of claiming a Vessel wife. But according to many this is a "fair" way of life. A way for young men to obtain one of the very few women able to bare children. Chloe's got plans for years to come but will any of them actually work? She's thrown into a mystery to solve within her original goal of shutting the Games down. How will the princess fair as she fights for every inch of power and control she barely has a hold on? Will she be able to end the Vessel Games? Will her grand plans work or only place others in greater danger? There was "The Hunger Games" vibes all througho...

Book Review 3.8 out of 5 stars! "Monsters are nothing but bullies who hide in the dark. . ." Kara's trying to get back at the people who ruined her life so many years ago. Only things may not have gone the way she wanted them to, dumping her in the middle of a real mess. Not to mention the benevolent ruler's interest in children with certain marks. . . Kara's set on revenge but what happens when the revenge she seeks merges with the need for protecting? "A gilded cage is still that---a cage." - Kara Kara's walking down a path full of aliens, disruptions within an estranged hierarchy, insane rules and laws, along with magic she's deemed a curse. Not being able to see a bright side to things and trying desperately to be accepted, never feeling abandoned again. But at what price will she pay to keep people in her life? Will she be able to find herself and what she's been so desperately searching for? "Why are you afraid of your power?"...