A Gladiator's Love by Lance Morcan

      Leonidas' life changes after Roman soldiers showed up at his family's home. They killed everyone. Leonidas was the only one to survive. As they were leaving, some of the soldiers put Leonidas in a wagon and he ended up a gladiator.  He was undefeated. His fights were brutal. Many times he fought until death. What more could Leonidas want?

     I found this to be an unusual, but wonderful short story. It's well written and the characters well defined.  I enjoyed this love story. It came together in a different way. It's along the lines of 'Romeo and Juliet'. You are going to enjoy this short story. I applaud the use of characters many wouldn't have put together.

     I didn't find any issues here.

      I gave this one four cheers out of 5. It need to be just a bit longer to adequately build the story. It loses it's intensity too quickly.

Architect of Hope (The Natasha Saga #1-4) by Heather Greenis

      When you live near water, you sort of expect to find strange things on the shore.  It was a surprise though for Keeghan and William to find a bottle with a note inside. They opened the bottle and found it wasn't a note, it was a photo inside. Keeghan was interested in the photo and wondered who the family was.  She had no way of knowing this particular photo would play such a big part in her life. Would she ever find out why?

     This book is the product of a top level storyteller. The characters so well defined you'll swear you know them personally. The emotions are palpable. The love, deep and true. This book will rip your heart out and show it to you, then shove it back in your chest! BEST. BOOKS. EVER. Bring tissues, you'll need them. You'll regret it if you wear mascara while reading this one.  Four books and each is just as glorious as the last. I loved being able to read all four at one sitting. I was however, depleted when I finished. Ms. Greenis should be YOUR auto-buy, for me she is.  I rate this book right up there with 'Gone With the Wind'. 

     I found no issues with these books.

     I gave this one 5+ cheers out of 5 because it rings all the bells.

   

The Anniversary Box by Tom Murphy

   Peggy Moore is getting married! Oh, not now but in a few weeks she and her fiancé will be making the trip down the aisle.  As Peggy and Michael take care of the last minute issues,  They begin to deal with things they weren't prepared for. The stress of the wedding was immense. Peggy wonders if they will even get married. Do you think they can resolve the issues in time?

    If you are looking for a quick read with a wonderful message, this is it. You can feel the love between Michael and Peggy. It's a carefully crafted, well defined book. The characters could be neighbors, friends or relatives.  The simple message enclosed in this book should be shared by all newlyweds. This book helps many to start out on the right track in their message. Everything about this book  makes it a must have tool. Get yours today. You'll be glad you did.

     I didn't find any issues here.

     I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because it is truly a love story for the ages.

Cyberdawn: Beginnings (Cyberdawn #1) by Mark Anthony Tierno

       The world has changed.  Or has it? Many unusual events are happening.  No one has any idea why.  Black Jack Hannigan has seen things he can't explain. He's heard things no one else has.  Moving the world ever closer to unity. It seems everything is all tied up with a big bright bow. Black Jack thinks everything is  happening just a bit fast.  He gathers some friends to check it all out. Will his investigations cause more problems?

    This book is a very different look at the possibilities.  Mr. Tierno gave this book just the right twists and turns to keep you involved. This book brought to mind an old Twilight Zone episode.  The writing and characters in this book are fantastic. While including the changes to our world, Mr. Tierno added even more new things to our world. Well written, fantastic characters and a story in class by itself will keep you turning pages until the end.  This book will leave you breathless. Get your copy NOW!

     I found no issues.

     I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because it truly is an engaging and unique look at what our world could be.

   

Little Red's Riding by Nicole Casey

     Ruby decided she'd had enough of New York. She wanted  to go back to Wyoming. Home. It meant open spaces, peace and quiet and friends.  Ruby  told Aiden she was going home and he should come with her. Aiden didn't think he'd like it.  When Ruby arrived home she found things had changed already.  The rodeo was setting up again. Ruby loved the rodeo. It meant cowboys and trick riding. Ruby was one of the best. She might find she has competition this year.

    You are gonna enjoy this one. Forget the Little Red Riding Hood you heard as a child. Reds grown-up and she's experiencing life.  It's cleverly written with characters you've seen in many western shows. They are love-able for the most part, still there are those cowboys you can't trust. Ms. Casey took this story and made it bigger and bolder.  She kept the fun of Little Red Riding Hood and then pumped up the wolf. This impressive and engrossing story keeps you wiggling in your seat.  It's a steamy times 4 book. Give it a try, I know you are going to enjoy it as much as I did.

     The only issue I found is that everyone seems to bow down to Ruby. She is never dismissed by anyone. It's a little one sided in Ruby's case. 

     I gave this one 4 cheers out of 5 because of the issue listed above. You will enjoy it despite the issue.

Bart's Escape Out the Gate by Lisa Reinicke

       This child didn't close the gate and so his pet got out. The pet wasn't small. It was a dinosaur. He was making a mess all over town. The child called and screamed and yelled foe Bart the dinosaur to come back home. Nothing works so the child has to get creative. He uses food to get Bart back in his gate.

     Such a fun read for children as they  hear all the chaos the dinosaur is causing. They shout ideas on how to capture Bart. This is a very well written book and the characters couldn't be more love-able. It teaches a lesson of responsibility to the children. I love a book with a lesson. Children will listen if it involves another child.  Hurry and get your copy of this book. Your little is just going to love it!

     I found no issues in this one.

      I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because Bart stole my heart with all his shenanigan's. 

Wilhelmina's Wish by Lisa Reinicke

      Wilhelmina is a tiny fairy. She doesn't think she's pretty because she has a unibrow.  She just didn't want to look like she did. Her unibrow weighed her down when she flew. Mama Fairy told her she was beautiful but Wilhelmina didn't believe her. Mama even decorated her unibrow and when she was finished, Wilhelmina went out to play.

     This book will help reinforce the idea that YOUR CHILD is pretty or handsome. It's well written and the fairies are the perfect people to tell this  story. Your child will love the illustrations and will want to hear it again and again. You should get your copy today. I fid children will listen to the moral of a story and not even know it.

     I didn't find any issues with this one.

      I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because the lesson it teaches is invaluable.