Thursday, July 25, 2013
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Sailors of Stonehenge - Book Review
Sailors of Stonehenge by Manuel Vega
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Former scientist and monk, Manuel Vega sheds new light upon prehistory, on the mystery that shrouds our ancestors the builders of megalithic monuments such as Stonehenge, Carnac, Avebury, Newgrange, Almendres or those at Orkney Islands. He also exposes the information hidden in the classical myths like Jason and the Argonauts, Hyperborea or the Twelve Labors of Hercules, and even in the legends of Atlantis and King Arthur, discovering in the process the cosmic roots of Christianity and Western Civilization. "Sailors of Stonehenge" contains more than a hundred images and figures. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
Rating: 4 out of 5 starsFormer scientist and monk, Manuel Vega sheds new light upon prehistory, on the mystery that shrouds our ancestors the builders of megalithic monuments such as Stonehenge, Carnac, Avebury, Newgrange, Almendres or those at Orkney Islands. He also exposes the information hidden in the classical myths like Jason and the Argonauts, Hyperborea or the Twelve Labors of Hercules, and even in the legends of Atlantis and King Arthur, discovering in the process the cosmic roots of Christianity and Western Civilization. "Sailors of Stonehenge" contains more than a hundred images and figures. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
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Monday, July 15, 2013
A Lesson in Passion - Book Review
A Lesson in Passion by Jennifer Connors
Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
Ginny has a successful career, nice home and good friends. The only thing she's missing is love. Her past attempts at dating always seem to end badly, until a friend recommends some romance novels. Meant to be instructional, Ginny laughs off their usefulness. Ian is a powerful Scottish laird, living in Medieval times. As the new leader of his clan, he is honor bound to make decisions that benefit his people. Tough, but fair, Ian has made a name for himself among the clans of the Highlands. A freak accident leaves Ginny in a world within herself, the world of the romance novel heroine. Fighting off an evil band of Lowlanders, Ginny meets her hero, Ian, powerful laird of the clan McKenna. Ginny soon realizes she is in the body of an Englishwoman and is being forced to live with the McKenna clan. Ginny assumes she must fall in love to move out of this world and back into her own. So before her hero can marry another, she schemes to win him back and hopefully reach her goals. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
I've always enjoyed historical romances, especially if they're based in Scotland. This book is supposedly the first in the Lesson series. After Ginny wakes up in Scotland I was hooked and instantly fell in love with her and Ian. I was so wrapped up in the characters and then the story just ended. And when I say ended, I mean ended. No warning, no conclusion, the story was just over. When I realized that the next book didn't pick up where this one left off I was extremely disappointed. I understand that in each book she'll learn a lesson about love but I just wished the author would have ended the story a bit differently. Other then the ending the book was entertaining.
Rating: 3 out of 5 starsGinny has a successful career, nice home and good friends. The only thing she's missing is love. Her past attempts at dating always seem to end badly, until a friend recommends some romance novels. Meant to be instructional, Ginny laughs off their usefulness. Ian is a powerful Scottish laird, living in Medieval times. As the new leader of his clan, he is honor bound to make decisions that benefit his people. Tough, but fair, Ian has made a name for himself among the clans of the Highlands. A freak accident leaves Ginny in a world within herself, the world of the romance novel heroine. Fighting off an evil band of Lowlanders, Ginny meets her hero, Ian, powerful laird of the clan McKenna. Ginny soon realizes she is in the body of an Englishwoman and is being forced to live with the McKenna clan. Ginny assumes she must fall in love to move out of this world and back into her own. So before her hero can marry another, she schemes to win him back and hopefully reach her goals. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
I've always enjoyed historical romances, especially if they're based in Scotland. This book is supposedly the first in the Lesson series. After Ginny wakes up in Scotland I was hooked and instantly fell in love with her and Ian. I was so wrapped up in the characters and then the story just ended. And when I say ended, I mean ended. No warning, no conclusion, the story was just over. When I realized that the next book didn't pick up where this one left off I was extremely disappointed. I understand that in each book she'll learn a lesson about love but I just wished the author would have ended the story a bit differently. Other then the ending the book was entertaining.
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Blackveil - Book Review
Blackveil (Green Rider #4) by Kristen Britain
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Once a simple student, Karigan G'ladheon finds herself in a world of deadly danger and complex magic, compelled by forces she cannot understand when she becomes a legendary Green Rider-one of the magical messengers of the king. Forced by magic to accept a dangerous fate she would never have chosen, headstrong Karigan has become completely devoted to the king and her fellow Riders.
But now, an insurrection led by dark magicians threatens to break the boundaries of ancient, evil Blackveil Forest-releasing powerful dark magics that have been shut away for a millennium. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
Rating: 5 out of 5 starsOnce a simple student, Karigan G'ladheon finds herself in a world of deadly danger and complex magic, compelled by forces she cannot understand when she becomes a legendary Green Rider-one of the magical messengers of the king. Forced by magic to accept a dangerous fate she would never have chosen, headstrong Karigan has become completely devoted to the king and her fellow Riders.
But now, an insurrection led by dark magicians threatens to break the boundaries of ancient, evil Blackveil Forest-releasing powerful dark magics that have been shut away for a millennium. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
Friday, July 12, 2013
Agenda 21 - Book Review
Agenda 21 by Glenn Beck, Harriet Parke
Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
“I was just a baby when we were relocated and I don’t remember much. Everybody has that black hole at the beginning of their life. That time you can’t remember. Your first step. Your first taste of table food. My real memories begin in our assigned living area in Compound 14.” Just a generation ago, this place was called America. Now, after the worldwide implementation of a UN-led program called Agenda 21, it’s simply known as “the Republic.” There is no president. No Congress. No Supreme Court. No freedom.
There are only the Authorities.
Citizens have two primary goals in the new Republic: to create clean energy and to create new human life. Those who cannot do either are of no use to society. This bleak and barren existence is all that eighteen-year-old Emmeline has ever known. She dutifully walks her energy board daily and accepts all male pairings assigned to her by the Authorities. Like most citizens, she keeps her head down and her eyes closed.
Until the day they come for her mother.
“You save what you think you’re going to lose.”
Woken up to the harsh reality of her life and her family’s future inside the Republic, Emmeline begins to search for the truth. Why are all citizens confined to ubiquitous concrete living spaces? Why are Compounds guarded by Gatekeepers who track all movements? Why are food, water and energy rationed so strictly? And, most important, why are babies taken from their mothers at birth? As Emmeline begins to understand the true objectives of Agenda 21 she realizes that she is up against far more than she ever thought. With the Authorities closing in, and nowhere to run, Emmeline embarks on an audacious plan to save her family and expose the Republic—but is she already too late? (Summary from Goodreads.com)
This is the first book I've listen to on Audio. It was my husband's and he highly recommend that I listen to it. I do prefer actually reading a book but I think by listening to this one, it gave me a different feel for the story. Dystopia genres are not my thing but this one was quite interesting and kept me hooked all the way to the end. Emmeline starts out as a quiet girl and does as she's supposed to do but then begins to ask questions, leading her to take charge of her own life. I agree with my husband, this story was eye opening and for a dystopia type book, I did like it.
Rating: 3 out of 5 stars“I was just a baby when we were relocated and I don’t remember much. Everybody has that black hole at the beginning of their life. That time you can’t remember. Your first step. Your first taste of table food. My real memories begin in our assigned living area in Compound 14.” Just a generation ago, this place was called America. Now, after the worldwide implementation of a UN-led program called Agenda 21, it’s simply known as “the Republic.” There is no president. No Congress. No Supreme Court. No freedom.
There are only the Authorities.
Citizens have two primary goals in the new Republic: to create clean energy and to create new human life. Those who cannot do either are of no use to society. This bleak and barren existence is all that eighteen-year-old Emmeline has ever known. She dutifully walks her energy board daily and accepts all male pairings assigned to her by the Authorities. Like most citizens, she keeps her head down and her eyes closed.
Until the day they come for her mother.
“You save what you think you’re going to lose.”
Woken up to the harsh reality of her life and her family’s future inside the Republic, Emmeline begins to search for the truth. Why are all citizens confined to ubiquitous concrete living spaces? Why are Compounds guarded by Gatekeepers who track all movements? Why are food, water and energy rationed so strictly? And, most important, why are babies taken from their mothers at birth? As Emmeline begins to understand the true objectives of Agenda 21 she realizes that she is up against far more than she ever thought. With the Authorities closing in, and nowhere to run, Emmeline embarks on an audacious plan to save her family and expose the Republic—but is she already too late? (Summary from Goodreads.com)
This is the first book I've listen to on Audio. It was my husband's and he highly recommend that I listen to it. I do prefer actually reading a book but I think by listening to this one, it gave me a different feel for the story. Dystopia genres are not my thing but this one was quite interesting and kept me hooked all the way to the end. Emmeline starts out as a quiet girl and does as she's supposed to do but then begins to ask questions, leading her to take charge of her own life. I agree with my husband, this story was eye opening and for a dystopia type book, I did like it.
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Freedom Come All Ye: A Tale of William Wallace - Book Review
Freedom Come All Ye: A Tale of William Wallace by Hazel B. West
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
In a time of hardship, a young man becomes a legend. William Wallace's uncle always told him that freedom was the best of things, but when his beloved Scotland fell under English rule by the hand of the tyrant Edward Longshanks, he knows that the freedom he thought was sacred is in danger of disappearing forever. When his patriot father is killed in battle, William knows his time has come to stand up and take his place to fight for Scotland. Gathering a small resistance of young men, they hide out in the woods and fight the English occupiers in hit and run warfare. When William finds out that the man in charge of the English garrison is the man who killed his father, he knows the battle is more personal than he thought it at first. After an attack to some of his friends, his only thought is to track down General Jack Moore and challenge him to combat. William finds himself caught up in eminent danger at every turn, inevitable capture and even romance with the beautiful Marion Braidfoot. He soon finds that being a leader is not at all as easy as he thought it was in the beginning and endures trial by error in his attempts to keep his comrades safe, all the time trying to keep himself from Jack Moore's clutches. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
The story of William Wallace has always intrigued me so I was extremely excited when I won this book. And I'll say that I was not disappointed. It was interesting to get a feeling what his life might have been like for him as a teenager. There was constant action and because I love reading anything dealing with Scotland, I was hooked after the first two chapters. If you love Scotland and its history then I believe you'll enjoy this book as much as I have.
Rating: 5 out of 5 starsIn a time of hardship, a young man becomes a legend. William Wallace's uncle always told him that freedom was the best of things, but when his beloved Scotland fell under English rule by the hand of the tyrant Edward Longshanks, he knows that the freedom he thought was sacred is in danger of disappearing forever. When his patriot father is killed in battle, William knows his time has come to stand up and take his place to fight for Scotland. Gathering a small resistance of young men, they hide out in the woods and fight the English occupiers in hit and run warfare. When William finds out that the man in charge of the English garrison is the man who killed his father, he knows the battle is more personal than he thought it at first. After an attack to some of his friends, his only thought is to track down General Jack Moore and challenge him to combat. William finds himself caught up in eminent danger at every turn, inevitable capture and even romance with the beautiful Marion Braidfoot. He soon finds that being a leader is not at all as easy as he thought it was in the beginning and endures trial by error in his attempts to keep his comrades safe, all the time trying to keep himself from Jack Moore's clutches. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
The story of William Wallace has always intrigued me so I was extremely excited when I won this book. And I'll say that I was not disappointed. It was interesting to get a feeling what his life might have been like for him as a teenager. There was constant action and because I love reading anything dealing with Scotland, I was hooked after the first two chapters. If you love Scotland and its history then I believe you'll enjoy this book as much as I have.
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Before I Go To Sleep - Book Review
Before I Go To Sleep by S.J. Watson
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
'As I sleep, my mind will erase everything I did today. I will wake up tomorrow as I did this morning. Thinking I'm still a child. Thinking I have a whole lifetime of choice ahead of me ...' Memories define us. So what if you lost yours every time you went to sleep? Your name, your identity, your past, even the people you love—all forgotten overnight. And the one person you trust may only be telling you half the story. Welcome to Christine's life. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
This is the authors debut novel. The story begins with Christine waking up confused and not knowing where she is. She suffers from a brain injury so every morning she wakes up with a clean slate. When Christine gets her journal, we begin to get a clear look into her life. There's twist and turns and the story will keep you on the edge of your seat all the way to the end. Before I Go To Sleep is one of the best suspense thrillers I've read in a long time.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars'As I sleep, my mind will erase everything I did today. I will wake up tomorrow as I did this morning. Thinking I'm still a child. Thinking I have a whole lifetime of choice ahead of me ...' Memories define us. So what if you lost yours every time you went to sleep? Your name, your identity, your past, even the people you love—all forgotten overnight. And the one person you trust may only be telling you half the story. Welcome to Christine's life. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
This is the authors debut novel. The story begins with Christine waking up confused and not knowing where she is. She suffers from a brain injury so every morning she wakes up with a clean slate. When Christine gets her journal, we begin to get a clear look into her life. There's twist and turns and the story will keep you on the edge of your seat all the way to the end. Before I Go To Sleep is one of the best suspense thrillers I've read in a long time.
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
The Sweetest Dark - Book Review
The Sweetest Dark by Shana Abe
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
For fans of Lauren Kate and Libba Bray, The Sweetest Dark is filled with thrilling romance, exciting adventure, and ancient magic. Shana Abé brilliantly captures the drama of post-Victorian England, while unfolding a passionate love story that defies time.
“With every fiber of my being, I yearned to be normal. To glide through my days at Iverson without incident. But I’d have to face the fact that my life was about to unfold in a very, very different way than I’d ever envisioned. Normal would become forever out of reach.”
Lora Jones has always known that she’s different. On the outside, she appears to be an ordinary sixteen-year-old girl. Yet Lora’s been keeping a heartful of secrets: She hears songs that no one else can hear, dreams vividly of smoke and flight, and lives with a mysterious voice inside her that insists she’s far more than what she seems.
England, 1915. Raised in an orphanage in a rough corner of London, Lora quickly learns to hide her unique abilities and avoid attention. Then, much to her surprise, she is selected as the new charity student at Iverson, an elite boarding school on England’s southern coast. Iverson’s eerie, gothic castle is like nothing Lora has ever seen. And the two boys she meets there will open her eyes and forever change her destiny.
Jesse is the school’s groundskeeper—a beautiful boy who recognizes Lora for who and what she truly is. Armand is a darkly handsome and arrogant aristocrat who harbors a few closely guarded secrets of his own. Both hold the answers to her past. One is the key to her future. And both will aim to win her heart. As danger descends upon Iverson, Lora must harness the powers she’s only just begun to understand, or else lose everything she dearly loves.
Filled with lush atmosphere, thrilling romance, and ancient magic, The Sweetest Dark brilliantly captures a rich historical era while unfolding an enchanting love story that defies time. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
The story was beautifully written and I enjoyed every moment of it. My heart went out to Lora and the boys! It did make me cry which is why I think I liked it so much. Not very many books cause that emotion to go through me. Shana Abe didn't disappoint and she had me falling in love with Lora right in the beginning. If you loved her previous books about the Drakon then I'm sure you'll enjoy this too. Needless to say, I'm looking forward to the next installment!
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 starsFor fans of Lauren Kate and Libba Bray, The Sweetest Dark is filled with thrilling romance, exciting adventure, and ancient magic. Shana Abé brilliantly captures the drama of post-Victorian England, while unfolding a passionate love story that defies time.
“With every fiber of my being, I yearned to be normal. To glide through my days at Iverson without incident. But I’d have to face the fact that my life was about to unfold in a very, very different way than I’d ever envisioned. Normal would become forever out of reach.”
Lora Jones has always known that she’s different. On the outside, she appears to be an ordinary sixteen-year-old girl. Yet Lora’s been keeping a heartful of secrets: She hears songs that no one else can hear, dreams vividly of smoke and flight, and lives with a mysterious voice inside her that insists she’s far more than what she seems.
England, 1915. Raised in an orphanage in a rough corner of London, Lora quickly learns to hide her unique abilities and avoid attention. Then, much to her surprise, she is selected as the new charity student at Iverson, an elite boarding school on England’s southern coast. Iverson’s eerie, gothic castle is like nothing Lora has ever seen. And the two boys she meets there will open her eyes and forever change her destiny.
Jesse is the school’s groundskeeper—a beautiful boy who recognizes Lora for who and what she truly is. Armand is a darkly handsome and arrogant aristocrat who harbors a few closely guarded secrets of his own. Both hold the answers to her past. One is the key to her future. And both will aim to win her heart. As danger descends upon Iverson, Lora must harness the powers she’s only just begun to understand, or else lose everything she dearly loves.
Filled with lush atmosphere, thrilling romance, and ancient magic, The Sweetest Dark brilliantly captures a rich historical era while unfolding an enchanting love story that defies time. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
The story was beautifully written and I enjoyed every moment of it. My heart went out to Lora and the boys! It did make me cry which is why I think I liked it so much. Not very many books cause that emotion to go through me. Shana Abe didn't disappoint and she had me falling in love with Lora right in the beginning. If you loved her previous books about the Drakon then I'm sure you'll enjoy this too. Needless to say, I'm looking forward to the next installment!
Monday, July 8, 2013
Iced (Dani O'Malley #1) - Book Review
Iced (Dani O'Malley #1) (Fever #6) by Karen Marie Moning
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars!
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Marie Moning comes the first book in her hotly anticipated new urban paranormal trilogy, set in the world of her blockbuster Fever series.
The year is 1 AWC—After the Wall Crash. The Fae are free and hunting us. It’s a war zone out there, and no two days are alike. I’m Dani O’Malley, the chaos-filled streets of Dublin are my home, and there’s no place I’d rather be.
Dani “Mega” O’Malley plays by her own set of rules—and in a world overrun by Dark Fae, her biggest rule is: Do what it takes to survive. Possessing rare talents and the all-powerful Sword of Light, Dani is more than equipped for the task. In fact, she’s one of the rare humans who can defend themselves against the Unseelie. But now, amid the pandemonium, her greatest gifts have turned into serious liabilities.
Dani’s ex–best friend, MacKayla Lane, wants her dead, the terrifying Unseelie princes have put a price on her head, and Inspector Jayne, the head of the police force, is after her sword and will stop at nothing to get it. What’s more, people are being mysteriously frozen to death all over the city, encased on the spot in sub-zero, icy tableaux.
When Dublin’s most seductive nightclub gets blanketed in hoarfrost, Dani finds herself at the mercy of Ryodan, the club’s ruthless, immortal owner. He needs her quick wit and exceptional skill to figure out what’s freezing Fae and humans dead in their tracks—and Ryodan will do anything to ensure her compliance.
Dodging bullets, fangs, and fists, Dani must strike treacherous bargains and make desperate alliances to save her beloved Dublin—before everything and everyone in it gets iced. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
Dani "Mega" O'Malley is actually how I pictured her! If your expecting this book to be like the previous five then you'll be disappointed. I was expecting it to be different and that's why I loved it so much. I heard people thinking that this book was a YA novel...to let you know it is definitely not!! If you have not read the first five books then I highly recommend that you do. It will help you understand some of the characters even more. Dani did not disappoint me! Her energy and feistiness had me laughing at times. It was awesome to get to know Ryodan more and Lor too! The story was terrific and I could not put it down to save the life of me.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars!From #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Marie Moning comes the first book in her hotly anticipated new urban paranormal trilogy, set in the world of her blockbuster Fever series.
The year is 1 AWC—After the Wall Crash. The Fae are free and hunting us. It’s a war zone out there, and no two days are alike. I’m Dani O’Malley, the chaos-filled streets of Dublin are my home, and there’s no place I’d rather be.
Dani “Mega” O’Malley plays by her own set of rules—and in a world overrun by Dark Fae, her biggest rule is: Do what it takes to survive. Possessing rare talents and the all-powerful Sword of Light, Dani is more than equipped for the task. In fact, she’s one of the rare humans who can defend themselves against the Unseelie. But now, amid the pandemonium, her greatest gifts have turned into serious liabilities.
Dani’s ex–best friend, MacKayla Lane, wants her dead, the terrifying Unseelie princes have put a price on her head, and Inspector Jayne, the head of the police force, is after her sword and will stop at nothing to get it. What’s more, people are being mysteriously frozen to death all over the city, encased on the spot in sub-zero, icy tableaux.
When Dublin’s most seductive nightclub gets blanketed in hoarfrost, Dani finds herself at the mercy of Ryodan, the club’s ruthless, immortal owner. He needs her quick wit and exceptional skill to figure out what’s freezing Fae and humans dead in their tracks—and Ryodan will do anything to ensure her compliance.
Dodging bullets, fangs, and fists, Dani must strike treacherous bargains and make desperate alliances to save her beloved Dublin—before everything and everyone in it gets iced. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
Dani "Mega" O'Malley is actually how I pictured her! If your expecting this book to be like the previous five then you'll be disappointed. I was expecting it to be different and that's why I loved it so much. I heard people thinking that this book was a YA novel...to let you know it is definitely not!! If you have not read the first five books then I highly recommend that you do. It will help you understand some of the characters even more. Dani did not disappoint me! Her energy and feistiness had me laughing at times. It was awesome to get to know Ryodan more and Lor too! The story was terrific and I could not put it down to save the life of me.
Sunday, July 7, 2013
Kitty Rocks the House - Book Review
Kitty Rocks the House (Kitty Norville #11) by Carrie Vaughn
Rating: 4.5 of out 5 stars
On the heels of Kitty's return from London, a new werewolf shows up in Denver, one who threatens to split the pack by challenging Kitty's authority at every turn. The timing could not be worse; Kitty needs all the allies she can muster to go against the ancient vampire, Roman, if she's to have any hope of defeating his Long Game. But there's more to this intruder than there seems, and Kitty must uncover the truth, fast. Meanwhile, Cormac pursues an unknown entity wreaking havoc across Denver; and a vampire from the Order of St. Lazaurus tempts Rick with the means to transform his life forever. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
I always have a hard time putting any of Carrie Vaughn's books down and usually I have them read in a few days time. This is the eleventh book in the Kitty Norville series and she did not disappoint!! I've been hooked in the series since the beginning and I'm always looking forward to the next installments. I never seem to get enough of Kitty's wit and how she can talk her way out of certain situations. With each book I find myself falling in love more and more with her and Ben's relationship. I do hope that never changes. I was shocked slightly how the story ended and do hope that character does return soon... Needless to say the book was excellent and I can't wait for "Kitty in the Underworld". By the way, if you love werewolves and vampires then go out and pick up this series but make sure you start at the beginning with "Kitty and the Midnight Hour".
Rating: 4.5 of out 5 starsOn the heels of Kitty's return from London, a new werewolf shows up in Denver, one who threatens to split the pack by challenging Kitty's authority at every turn. The timing could not be worse; Kitty needs all the allies she can muster to go against the ancient vampire, Roman, if she's to have any hope of defeating his Long Game. But there's more to this intruder than there seems, and Kitty must uncover the truth, fast. Meanwhile, Cormac pursues an unknown entity wreaking havoc across Denver; and a vampire from the Order of St. Lazaurus tempts Rick with the means to transform his life forever. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
I always have a hard time putting any of Carrie Vaughn's books down and usually I have them read in a few days time. This is the eleventh book in the Kitty Norville series and she did not disappoint!! I've been hooked in the series since the beginning and I'm always looking forward to the next installments. I never seem to get enough of Kitty's wit and how she can talk her way out of certain situations. With each book I find myself falling in love more and more with her and Ben's relationship. I do hope that never changes. I was shocked slightly how the story ended and do hope that character does return soon... Needless to say the book was excellent and I can't wait for "Kitty in the Underworld". By the way, if you love werewolves and vampires then go out and pick up this series but make sure you start at the beginning with "Kitty and the Midnight Hour".
Saturday, July 6, 2013
Crimson Stain - Book Review
Crimson Stain by Jim Fisher
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
THE SHOCKING TRUE STORY OF THE ONLY AMISH MAN EVER CONVICTED OF HOMICIDE.
On a cold, gray March evening near Mill Village, Pennsylvania, Edward Gingerich brutally murdered and mutilated his wife as their two children looked on in horror. It was an act of madness that would shock his small Amish community...and the nation. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
Out of all books I have read in my life this one really affected me. First I'll say my husband grew up in the Brownhill community and after we got married we lived there for four years. I didn't know the Gingerich's personally like my In-Laws did but I got to know my Amish neighbors who were mentioned in the book. So this story hit close to home. Being the avid reader that I am, I can't believe it took me this long to read it. When it came to describing the way Ed killed his wife, Katie...it was gruesome. Ed Gingerich was more disturbed then I've ever imagined. For me the story was well written and it described Ed's life before that dreadful evening of March 18, 1993. I breezed through it but that may be because of my connection to the area and for knowing some of the people mentioned in the story.
Rating: 4 out of 5 starsTHE SHOCKING TRUE STORY OF THE ONLY AMISH MAN EVER CONVICTED OF HOMICIDE.
On a cold, gray March evening near Mill Village, Pennsylvania, Edward Gingerich brutally murdered and mutilated his wife as their two children looked on in horror. It was an act of madness that would shock his small Amish community...and the nation. (Summary from Goodreads.com)
Out of all books I have read in my life this one really affected me. First I'll say my husband grew up in the Brownhill community and after we got married we lived there for four years. I didn't know the Gingerich's personally like my In-Laws did but I got to know my Amish neighbors who were mentioned in the book. So this story hit close to home. Being the avid reader that I am, I can't believe it took me this long to read it. When it came to describing the way Ed killed his wife, Katie...it was gruesome. Ed Gingerich was more disturbed then I've ever imagined. For me the story was well written and it described Ed's life before that dreadful evening of March 18, 1993. I breezed through it but that may be because of my connection to the area and for knowing some of the people mentioned in the story.
Friday, July 5, 2013
Theft of Swords - Book Review
Theft of Swords (The Riyria Revelations #1-2) by Michael J. Sullivan
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
THEY KILLED THE KING. THEY PINNED IT ON TWO MEN. THEY CHOSE POORLY.
There's no ancient evil to defeat or orphan destined for greatness, just unlikely heroes and classic adventure. Royce Melborn, a skilled thief, and his mercenary partner, Hadrian Blackwater, are two enterprising thieves who end up running for their lives when they're framed for the death of the king. Trapped in a conspiracy that goes beyond the overthrow of a tiny kingdom, their only hope is unraveling an ancient mystery before it's too late.
ABOUT THE SERIES
The Riyria Revelations is a multi-book fantasy series released as six novels (now out of print) and the current trilogy version containing two books in each volume. Instead of a string of sequels the entire series was conceived as a single epic tale divided into individual episodes. All were written before the first was released so that plot elements are intertwined, yet each is self-contained with it's own conflict and resolution.
The Riyria Revelations and The Riyria Chronicles are two separate, but related series, and you can start reading with either Theft of Swords (publication order) or The Crown Tower (chronological order). (Summary from Goodreads.com)
I never heard of the author before when I came across this book on Goodreads so I didn't know what to expect. The storyline and the characters grabbed at me almost instantly. I fell in love with the friendship between Hadrian and Royce and found myself laughing out loud at times. If you enjoy stories dealing with mysteries and legends or sword fighting and magic then I believe you would enjoy this book as much as I had. Michael J. Sullivan definitely has a gift for storytelling and sweeping you off to a fantasy world. Needless to say I am hooked! I'm now going ahead and ordering the next installment - Rise of Empire!
Rating: 5 out of 5 starsTHEY KILLED THE KING. THEY PINNED IT ON TWO MEN. THEY CHOSE POORLY.
There's no ancient evil to defeat or orphan destined for greatness, just unlikely heroes and classic adventure. Royce Melborn, a skilled thief, and his mercenary partner, Hadrian Blackwater, are two enterprising thieves who end up running for their lives when they're framed for the death of the king. Trapped in a conspiracy that goes beyond the overthrow of a tiny kingdom, their only hope is unraveling an ancient mystery before it's too late.
ABOUT THE SERIES
The Riyria Revelations is a multi-book fantasy series released as six novels (now out of print) and the current trilogy version containing two books in each volume. Instead of a string of sequels the entire series was conceived as a single epic tale divided into individual episodes. All were written before the first was released so that plot elements are intertwined, yet each is self-contained with it's own conflict and resolution.
The Riyria Revelations and The Riyria Chronicles are two separate, but related series, and you can start reading with either Theft of Swords (publication order) or The Crown Tower (chronological order). (Summary from Goodreads.com)
I never heard of the author before when I came across this book on Goodreads so I didn't know what to expect. The storyline and the characters grabbed at me almost instantly. I fell in love with the friendship between Hadrian and Royce and found myself laughing out loud at times. If you enjoy stories dealing with mysteries and legends or sword fighting and magic then I believe you would enjoy this book as much as I had. Michael J. Sullivan definitely has a gift for storytelling and sweeping you off to a fantasy world. Needless to say I am hooked! I'm now going ahead and ordering the next installment - Rise of Empire!
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