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Son of the Borderlands By Joseph Sterk: Book Review

 3.5/5 

This book was sent to me by the author for review and has not impacted the review in any way. The opinions expressed are mine and mine alone.

My thoughts on this book are mixed. To start, Son of the Borderlands, has a really good introduction that makes you really curious and draws you in as a reader. Great opening chapter. Joseph Sterk also knows how to utilize descriptive writing. He paints an amazing picture in the reader's mind. On that same note, it carries forward into the characters. They are vivid and well thought out. My main issue is that the main character is not someone who is likeable, so I felt a disconnect with him. Going through the entire book, I only liked a couple of characters, none of them were main characters. 

Son of the Borderlands, did have a good overall plot and an interesting twist. What it was lacking though was a true climatic moment, which in turn made the conclusion only okay in my books, pun intended. It also got kind of slow in many parts, which is where my attention faded. I was looking for that part that was going to make me say wow. A redeeming quality is that as far as created worlds go, this is a well thought out and carefully planned world. Goes back to the descriptive writing comment, painting that picture for the reader. A little personal peeve from the days of notes from my creative writing teacher, is using the same words to start sentences. Writers must find creative ways to start sentences. Over use of names, he, she, they, the, and these kinds of words makes it feel too repetitive. 

Overall, Son of the Borderlands, was a decent read for those who enjoy dark fantasy and carefully crafter worlds.

 

The Confession by Prose Maven: Book Review

 2.25/5

This book was sent to me by the author, this has not impacted the review in any way. The opinions presented are mine and mine alone.

The Confession by Prose Maven starts with a great introduction that captures the reader's attention. As far as the actual writing itself, the author shows skill and is able to keep things flowing at a quick pace. It lacked details though. Not much was described to help paint a picture or utilize the five senses, leaving the reader with a faint image. When comes to characters, I felt the same way. We barely know anything about the main character, and the police detective, we know nothing about. As a result it just felt shallow. 

Then comes the lack of logic involved. It is stated at several points about possible patient confidentiality conflicts. These rules don't apply in this situation, several murders have been confessed to, no signs of remorse, and clear intent to continue killing. Even when lives are in danger, she still worries about this. Its an obligation to report when there is a threat to human lives. No conflict. The author tries to explain this away throughout the book, but the reasons don't have logic or law behind them. When an active crime scene and certain situation comes along that I won't mention to avoid spoilers, she tells the police that they can't stop her form entering. Actual law would prevent her entry. She would be arrested for not only her own safety, but from putting police lives in danger, should they have to go in after her. In writing, details matter, and these details were big strike outs that made it difficult to enjoy the book. 

Overall, I would not be recommending the book for all the above reasons.

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After the Fall by Ellis Grayson: Book Review

 2.25/5

This book was sent to me by the author to review. The opinions presented are mine and mine alone. It has not been swayed by the author.

After the Fall, let's just say that it is a mixed bag. It starts with a really good introduction that draws the reader in, containing enough action to make you curious. The overall plot and storyline are good, they show a lot of promise. Then you start noticing the unpolished, seemingly unedited work. Paragraphs that cut off midsentence and pick up in a new paragraph to finish the sentence. Commas and periods that are missing or misplaced. Paragraphs where 4 or more people are speaking in one, when each person speaking, should be a new paragraph. Its editing that could really help make the book better.

On the character front, it has a great villain, which is a huge plus. As for the rest of the characters, they are very shallow, not deep. I struggled to connect with any of them. No real background is given, nor description for the characters that would allow an image to form. Another thing that was distracting, was that every time a flashback, change of venue, or perspective happened, it was announced as "Flashback" "Someone's Perspective" "Outside this place". As an author this is not necessary, let the change or shift happen and be explained through the writing itself, the shift should be obvious enough or explained well enough that it is clear. 

It did also have some good twists along the way and a great climatic moment. After the climax, it dragged on, when it should have been condensed, and been winding down. Some parts of the book were a bit cheesy as well, not really seeming to fit how a person would act, or speak. 

Overall, I see promise, but a lot of work is needed to polish it and make it seem complete. 

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The Saderian Chronicles: Book 1: Settling New Hope 

Science fiction novel by Tony Peters

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Saderians had a perfect home world in Haskins, before it was ripped away from them violently by their merciless enemy, the Jaggru. Even in the vastness of space, war over territorial boundaries can get fierce. Planner Cody Tilghman must find his people a new home world and try to help them survive. The Jaggru will stop at nothing to see them fall. Captain Rooke and Fleet Commander Ballard won't let the Jaggru win, protecting their people and ensuring a future is vital. New alliances must be forged, lest other races meet the same fate as the Saderians, displaced and homeless. In the planet of New Hope lies their future, but an alien planet has dangers of its own. Which is more perilous, space wars or the planet itself?

When Legends Rise: Daphne Self: Book Review

 3.5/5

I was sent this book by Ambassador International, the opinions are my own and are not influenced by the publisher.

As far as introductions go, this one was good. It makes you curious and grabs your attention. Action and intense, great way to start a book. The action scenes were scattered throughout the book and when they were presented it was done with skill. I did find myself wishing that these scenes would happen more than they did. That being said, I did find my attention fading at parts. Something needed to be there to really complete the attention grabbing parts that a good action/sci-fi novel should have. As a whole, the storyline was good, it just needed that extra push to make it captivating. Plot as a whole was good. A great idea.

A personal peeve of mine, maybe its my creative writing training, but the same words were used to begin sentences too often. More variety helps it from feeling repetitive. Same goes for the sentence structure, it felt choppy in parts. Just changing the order of words, can make a difference in this. 

Characters, here is a mixed bag for me. Abigail and Jules were well done. Where it fell short was in some of the supporting characters. I found it a challenge to connect with them and feel what they should have been feeling. A redeeming factor in the book, was the ending. The conclusion had action and emotion, two things that a good ending should have. 

Personally, I would not be inclined to pick up the second book. A decent book, just missing that hook that I need for a sequel. 

Fire and Sword by Simon Scarrow Review

Fire and Sword by Simon Scarrow 4 Stars

This is the third installment in the Napoleon-Wellington quartet. Napoleon is set on another war with countries in Europe. He continues to win and take over more of Europe. The countries allying against him can't seem to coordinate attacks together, helping Napoleon to defeat them one at a time. Meanwhile Wellesley continues his push for fame, making a name for himself as a general with strategic skills.

I was certainly more intrigued by this book. A better, more action-packed book in this series. Napoleon's arrogance is growing and you can see just why he ends up being exiled. I love that we see so much of the characteristics of these two generals. We see their fates twisting around each other, until they are bound to meet in the final installment. Scarrow brings in hints as to other world events that shape their lives, without making it a long and boring addition. Plot and characters continue to be strong driving points in Scarrow's novels, as well as his historical research that he brings into his novels. Overall I would recommend this novel for those who love history.

The Generals By Simon Scarrow Book Review

The Generals: Wellington and Napoleon Quartet Book 2 3.25 Stars

In the second installment of this quartet, we see Napoleon rise in power and reputation in France, as well as Arthur Wellesley become a General himself and rise in his reputation in Britain. Napoleon works on bringing Egypt and Italy under French rule, before fighting to establish peace in France again. Wellesley does the same in India, rising to power, before he returns to Britain.

I still find it tough going back and forth between these 2 story lines. I know at some point they will meet, but just when you get into a story, it moves back to the other character. I am really loving the history and obvious research that went into creating this series. I also love how deep the characters are. They jump off every page and ping little bits of memory from things I already know. The plot is great, although he can't really deviate too far, as history has set out his plot for him already. Overall I will finish this series, but for me it is in the one time read category, not a keeper, but good enough to read once.

Book Review- Thomas Greanias- The Promised War

Thomas Greanias- The Promised War (Pocket Star Books 2011) 3.25 Stars

Sam Deker works for Israel’s counterterrorism unit and he has just been captured in a trap. While being tortured for information he manages to escape. Somehow he is taken back in time and is found by the Israelites waiting to invade Jericho. He must now become a spy once again and save the Israelites of the past as well as the future.

The intro was decent, not great, but not bad either. Then the book just gets a little too weird for me, I guess I have never been into the whole time travel thing. I thought that if it was done right I might enjoy it, but in this case I did not. The overall plot was pretty good, but the religion aspect was kind of frustrating. I do not enjoy reading books with a lot of religion in them, especially when the author takes liberties with facts. The characters were good, but again not great. I am used to characters with more depth from this author, but I did not find that in this novel. Overall I just thought that this book was okay.

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Book Review- Thomas Greanias- The Atlantis Revelation

Thomas Greanias- The Atlantis Revelation (Pocket Star Books 2010) 4 Stars

Conrad Yeats is exploring the inside of a destroyed Nazi submarine following clues that have led him to what could be a deadly discovery. Hitler was searching for Atlantis and what he found could have altered the result of the war. Now Yeats must put a stop to a deadly scheme that could jumpstart Armageddon. It is another race against time and this time it might just cost him everything he holds dear.

I loved the introduction to this book. It grabs the reader’s attention and sets them up for a rollercoaster ride. This book was a great conclusion to the trilogy. The plot was fairly good and definitely was action-packed. There were a lot of twists and turns, not all of them unforeseeable, but enough to keep the reader on the edge of their seat. The characters were pretty good, although I abhor sister Serena Serghetti, I have been hoping for her death all along (which actually makes the book more enjoyable). I found it interesting to see what Yeats uncovers and how he deals with the situations he is dealt. I would recommend this series to anyone who loves a good thrill ride.

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Book Review- Thomas Greanias- The Atlantis Prophecy

Thomas Greanias- The Atlantis Prophecy (Pocket Star Books 2008) 4.25 Stars

Conrad Yeats has just seen his adopted father’s burial stone and realizes that there is a hidden code on the tombstone. When America was founded there was built in a warning that could lead to America’s doom. He must work with Serena Serghetti to go through hidden tunnels beneath Washington DC in the hopes of saving America.

I enjoyed how this book picked where the last one left off and dives us immediately into a desperate race against time. The plot was once again fast-paced and it had many action-packed scenes. I cannot wait to read the next instalment in this trilogy. The characters were again good, but not great and I do find the romantic tension between the two main characters to be rather annoying at times. I would certainly recommend this series to anyone who loves a good treasure hunting series.

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Book Review- Ridley Pearson- Steel Trapp: The Challenge

Ridley Pearson- Steel Trapp: The Challenge (Disney Editions 2008) 4 Stars

When Steven Steel Trapp gets to go to the National Science Challenge, he does not expect to be running from both the law and criminals. After trying to do a good thing by running a briefcase back to the owner, he now finds himself trapped in something he cannot stop. He has snuck a look inside the briefcase and is shocked by what he has seen. A new found friend, Kaileigh Augustine, assists him in trying to solve this case, before time runs out.

I really enjoyed reading this book. It had a good introduction that draws the reader in and makes them want to read more. The characters were interesting and I do not think that young readers will have any trouble connecting with them. Although not likely to happen, the situations were realistic in nature. It was a fast-paced, action-packed book, with a great plot. One think that I did think was very realistic was the fact that Kaileigh was able to get away from her “nanny” and remain undiscovered, I am pretty sure that she would have had trouble travelling on her own and not attract attention at that young of an age. Overall though it was a pretty solid read for young adults, and I would have no problem recommending it.

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Book Review- Jennifer Lee Carrell- The Shakespeare Secret

Jennifer Lee Carrell- The Shakespeare Secret (Published in the U.S. as Interred with Their Bones) (Plume 2008) 4 Stars

When the Globe theatre suddenly burns down due to arson and Kate Stanley’s mentor dies in the theatre after giving Kate a mysterious gift, she is forced to dig deep into secrets some wish to remain hidden. The gift is the first clue as to what her friend Roz had stumbled upon, and the thing that will throw Kate into a life on the run. She is an expert her field of study, Shakespeare, and she must use every ounce of her knowledge as she spans the globe in search for the truth behind Shakespeare. She is on a deadly quest for the truth that may just destroy everything she holds dear.

Right from page one I was intrigued by this book. Not being a fan of Shakespeare I still found it interesting to learn so much that I did not know about this literary genius. The plot takes the reader on a twisting and winding road that will keep you up late at night biting your nails in anticipation. Just when you think you have everything figured out, something will jump out of nowhere to make you rethink what you had thought right before you can think about what you think right now. Confusing sentence that makes you stop and think? Well I had to stop and think a few times while reading this, not many authors can make me do this so often. The characters were well thought out and I enjoyed reading about them. I will certainly be looking for the sequel to this book as I expect it to be a good one. There were a few cheesy moments, but most books contain at least a few so I will not nit-pick. I enjoyed the setting as it was interesting to see the different parts of the world, although at times it was exhausting to think about how they could trick airport security so easily.

I recommend The Shakespeare Secret (Published in the U.S. as Interred with Their Bones) to anyone who loves Shakespeare, adventure, or a good thriller.

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Book Review- James Patterson- Cross Country

James Patterson- Cross Country (Vision 2009) 4 Stars

Just when Detective Alex Cross thought that he had seen the worst of the worst, a crime scene comes along that knocks him off his feet. It is by far the most horrific crime scene he has ever scene. An old girlfriend of his is murdered and her whole family is killed along with her. The Dragon Slayer is on the case and he will not let up until he has either died or solved the case. Another scene much like the first comes along and he is shown just how merciless this killer is. He has uncovered something he had never imagined, a foreign thug is using teenage boys to do his dirty work and the man Known as the Tiger is now in Africa. Alex goes against everyone’s advice and follows this ruthless murderer across the globe. Does he have what it takes to survive when everyone wants him dead?

I found Cross Country to be refreshingly different from the rut Patterson has fallen into with his Cross series. The introduction drew me in right away; it was full of intrigue and the usual despicable murder. Patterson then goes right into Cross at the crime scene with his girlfriend (fellow detective Bree), and we quickly discover that the murdered woman was an old flame. I was very pleased to find out that he would be in Africa following the killer, as that would leave less chance for Patterson’s usual family scenes which are overdone. This is the reason why this book was refreshing, there was less about Alex Cross’ family and more about the case. I did find that the fact that once again his family is threatened to be slightly annoying, as it happens in nearly every single Cross book, and I am sure that this does not really happen as often as Patterson makes it seem. I enjoyed the fast-paced action in this novel and loved the plot. I would definitely recommend Cross Country to thriller fans and readers of James Patterson.

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Book Review- Brad Strickland- Star Trek Deep Space Nine: Stowaways

Brad Strickland- Star Trek Deep Space Nine: Stowaways (Minstrel Books 1994) 3.25 Stars

Jake Sisko and Nog stowaway on a shuttle that is transporting Dr. Bashir down to Bajor, Bajor is full of rebel factions so Jake has been forbidden to go. They plan to return before Jake’s father gets back, in the hopes of avoiding consequences, however things go wrong when they get to Bajor, as Dr. Bashir is taken captive by a rebel group. Now Jake and Nog must team up with a young Bajoran girl, Sesana, in order to set Dr. Bashir free and destroy the rebels plan for taking over Bajor.

I used to love these books growing up, back when I actually liked Star Trek. I discovered that these books were a lot more enjoyable back then, as I did not like reading it near as much as I used to. My problem mostly arose from the fact that I just don’t like reading Sci-fi like I used to, but also with these books you have to watch the TV series in order to understand exactly what is going on. The characters are not explained, the author just assumes that you will know who everyone is, which I did, but it makes it difficult for people to just pick up the book. The plot was decent, although with children’s book sit is often difficult to fit in a lot of detail considering the length of these novels.

I only recommend this novel/series to people who have watched Star Trek Deep Space Nine.

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Tony Peters

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Book Review- Eric Wilson- The Emily Carr Mystery

Eric Wilson- The Emily Carr Mystery (HarperCollins 2003) 3 Stars

Liz Austen is Visiting Victoria, British Columbia for a friend’s wedding when a man sinks the boat they are on and a valuable painting goes missing. Now Liz finds herself thrown into the middle of a mystery. She must try to locate the thieves before it is too late, all while trying to prepare for the wedding. The Thirteen Oaks mansion may not be as safe as it seems and the family may not be as happy as they put on.

Normally I really love this series, but I have found that the deeper I get into this series the more educational Eric Wilson’s books become. I do not have any problem educational as I think that it is a great thing to have in a middle reader novel. That being said it gets in the way of the mystery and slows things down to a crawling pace at times, which made it so that I almost did not finish this one, as was the case with the book right before this one in the series. The overall plot as usual was good, although I would have been happy with more depth. I did enjoy the characters as they were well-created and fun. It had some intense moments, but these were drowned out by fluff.

I am sad to say that I do not recommend The Emily Carr Mystery.

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Tony Peters

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Book Review- Jeffery Deaver- The Twelfth Card

Jeffery Deaver- The Twelfth Card (Pocket Star Books 2006) 4.75 Stars

When a young girl researches her families past for a school project, her life suddenly explodes into a twisted web of danger. Now Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs must stop this cold-hearted killer before he succeeds in his mission. Found at the scene, is the twelfth card from a tarot pack, the hanged man. They must figure out what everything means. Is the girl being hunted down because of the possible changes to civil rights this girl’s project might dig up, or is there some other reason they have yet to discover? Can they end this man’s killing spree before it ends this young girl’s life?

The Twelfth Card grabbed my attention from the first page and refused to let go. I enjoyed how intense the plot was and how smoothly the storyline flowed. It was set up so that the reader would only figure things out when the investigators figured it out. Some of the decoys the killer set up were really well done and left the reader on the edge of their seat, guessing what might come next. I also enjoyed characters; all of them are very intriguing and fit in very well with the storyline. At times I do get a little annoyed with the constant mentioning of the fact that Lincoln Rhyme is paraplegic, but this is so minor it is hardly worth mentioning. I also thought that the book could have ended sooner, cutting out the last thirty or so pages. It was a cute ending, but unnecessary. Overall though I really enjoyed this novel and highly recommend it.

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Tony Peters

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