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I review all genres and I post them in 30 spots. Check out previous posts and I'm sure you'll find several books to catch your interest. I am a published reviewer and an award winning one. I am one of the best reviewers around. CELEBRATING 16 YEARS OF BOOK REVIEWS!!

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

The Eidola Project Robert Herold

  When a young girl goes missing, but no one seems to be looking for her, strange things are happening.  Since the missing girl, Molly, snuck out many times even her father wasn't certain of where she might be. He alerted the police with the news of Molly being missing. How will they ever find her?

    This story is perfect for October. Mr. Herold does an amazing job of telling every characters individual story. He weaves the plot in such a way that will make you wonder if you missed some details. There is a little of everything in this book. Psychics, ghost hunters and investigators all have a place in the story. I was enthralled with this book. Can't wait to see what's next for Mr. Herold.

  I did find one issues, well it's more like a suggestion. I think Nigel's story should have been explained a bit earlier.

   I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because it's a wee bit spooky.

Cruel Lessons by Randy Overbeck

    It was supposed to be a simple camping trip. The fifth graders did this every year. No one could have anticipated the way this 1995 trip would play out. These types of things didn't happen to small schools like Foster Middle School. Who would be called upon to sort out the camping trip mess?

  Mr. Overbeck topped himself with this book. Well written with three dimensional characters you'll recognize. Cruel Lessons is intriguing and heartbreaking. It's a story taken straight from society today. I enjoy the slowing building of the story because just when you think you've got it all worked out, another piece drops in your lap. You chose get this one for your TBR pile.

  I didn't find any issues.

   I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because when Mr. Overbeck writes, it's as though he know intimate details of the readers life.

Wednesday, October 4, 2023

 

 


Hello Friends and Followers,

    I just wanted to let everyone know what's happening.  I am still having issues with my sight.  This time it's something new plus the old issues.  I'd give you the names of the issues if I could remember them.  I'm reading when I can and I  post as I'm able. Some off you know I've had trouble with Amazon and Mr. Jeff Bezos.  He's trying to make me pay $50 before I post any reviews. It's illegal to make people pay to post reviews. My lawyer is the one who let me in on that.  So I am doing my best to get Mr. Bezos to take that off my account so I can post my reviews. I do have about 50 reviews to post but remember I  post them in 30 places and that takes time.

   I am doing my best to keep things going. Talk to you soon!

Melanie

      


    

Thursday, September 21, 2023

The Fountain John A. Heldt

     Three siblings move back to Oregon after a series of setbacks. Each one wanted to make things better for the other two. Bill, the oldest, was investigating reports of people finding a way to turn back the clock on their lives. It kept Bill busy but so far they were all unfounded.  Paul and Annie, Bill's siblings, just wanted him to settle into being a widower. Would Bill ever find anything?

     A knockout is the word I'd use for this book.  The story will touch your heart. Mr. Heldt really lets his characters to shine through. You will recognize these characters in your own family. It's the first time I can agree whole heartedly with the author. Get this and make Mr. Heldt an auto buy.

    I found no issues.

    I gave this one 5cheers out of 5.



Daddies of the Shadows #4 Wolf Kate Oliver

  Wolfe's life had never been easy. He never seemed to be welcome anywhere he went. He survived by his wits and muscles. Wolfe knew he'd never find anyone to accept him into their home. That was until he met Lucy. She gave him feelings he'd only seen in his friends. Lucy's life wasn't easy either but she was trying. Could they come together forever?

    WOW! I have to tell you, this series is one of the VERY best. It's easy to get caught up in the story. Kate Oliver has the ability to draw the reader in, one page at a time. The characters are so real they leap off the page. I felt as if I were sitting in the same room with this couple. You may balk at the subject matter but I implore you to step out of your comfort zone and read this series,

   I didn't find any issues. This book does have adult themes and some triggers.  You can't go wrong with this one.Try it anyway. 

    I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5.



 

Thursday, August 24, 2023

An Update

 Hello Everyone!

     I wanted to let you know how things are going with my eyesight.  On Monday, I had shots in both eyes. At the time, Dr. Gordon told me things look about the same.  To me it means no new swelling or bleeders. It means things have just slowed down.  Yes, they hurt. Yes, I'm frustrated. Yes, I'm still reading and posting reviews when I can.

    I appreciate all of you so much. I thank you for hanging in there.  

     I am limited on the amount of time I can read .  Still, I do read.

    Thank you again for stopping by,


                                                                                          Melanie/Kissablysweet1




Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Trevor's Redemption (Arresting Onyx #3.5) Amber Daulton

      Shea O'Bannon can't believe her eyes when she spots her ex singing in a bar. Trevor Madero. Shea felt unsure about seeing him.  He's her ex. Still she enjoys watching him. Trevor couldn't believe his luck. Shea, here within touching distance. He wondered if she'd speak to him and decided to give it a try. Shea was the one that got away.

     This book is fantastic. It really challenges the romantic relationship. Shea and Trevor are great together, but can they get the forever they want.  Love and fear are included in equal measures. This book will take you on a journey where your heart will be in your throat at times, and then your heart will swell with the love. You're gonna be glad you got this.

    I didn't find any issues.

     I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 and can't wait to read more of this author's work.