Monday 28 November 2011

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A unique and intriguing twist on the escape theme; looking at different prisons across England really lends a realistic element that helps this book stand out. The recon detail seems so realistic; you can’t help but wonder if the authorities have looked into these seemingly obvious escape plans.
The downside to this novel is the lack of emotional ties between characters. The whole situation comes from the need to be reunited with wives, yet they then proceed to show little understanding of what real love is. There are also some slight inconsistencies.

This book would be one I would recommend for anyone who is interested in crime genre novels and would rate it a 3/5.
Cover for 'Steps to Heaven'

Where to start, this book was for me conflicting, throughout I wanted to see more of the main characters, their thoughts and feelings, I wanted to be drawn into his story just a little more. I had to remind myself that this is a crime novel, and one I really enjoyed. The story was interesting and informative; I enjoyed getting to know the characters and understood the story line. The twists in the story were captivating and kept me trying to answer that age old question, 'who done it", I did work it out, but not until I was three quarters of the way forward. I would read more in this serious as i did enjoy this, if I had to offer constructive criticism it would be for the author to add more depth to the characters.
Therefore I would rate this a 4/5.

Sunday 20 November 2011

Maggie's Fall
This is an absolutely lovely story of finding love when you least expect it. The characters were lovely, so much so that I hope the sheriff gets his woman! I liked Maggie and Witt; their story had me rooting for them throughout. I also have to say T.J was enchanting and very sweet. I would have liked to see Maggie give Bronc a wakeup call. I would definately recommend this.
If I had to offer any criticism i would have to the cover does not do it justice.

The Man Behind the Vampire

This is the exciting fourth book in the Silver Series. Initally when considering the fourth book, I thought I would write Vlad's story, but I couldnt, it needed to be Darius. The end product delves over 800 years to tell his story, starting in the 1300's to the present day. The story, is exciting, sexy and mysterious. The main characters are so different and yet so right for each other.

I am really excited about getting this book out there, and hopefully it will be ready for release in the next week.

So what's next? With Christmas hot on my heels, I had planned to take some time out before starting the next book. However Vlad's story continues to run through my head and it just won't leave, so I am going to have to make a start on it.

The Man Behind the Vampire.


Darius has spent centuries running from his past, he has lived through the grief of loosing everyone close to him, lost his one chance at fatherhood. Betrayed by those closest to him, turned in to a vampire by force, he lives through the centuries as only half a man, ony half a vampire. Until he joins the Silver Wolf Pack, there he makes friends and finds a family. When he meet's Mary he is enchanted by her naivity and kind nature, finding himself in love with her was unexpected.

But Mary fears the unknown, especially other specie. He offers her a glimpse into his life, hoping she will see the man behind the vampire, bearing his soul through words. He hadn't dared to hope this life and love would finally be his, he was right. An enemy from his past comes to claim him. To leave Mary is to loose her, to stay might kill her.
Shades of Night (Demon's Gate)

I have to say I enjoyed this book, the story of Kristoff and Alexadra is enchanting. The writing flowed well and I enjoyed getting to know the characters. Combining the magic of the fae and characters returning from the dead, albeit briefly, provided a twist that offered the reader a glimpse into the characters more softer sides. I have to say I am looking forward to reading Edwards story. I do think there could have been a little more depth to the characters, which would have drawn me further into their world. I was a little disappointed at the intimate scene between Kristoff and Alexandra, I was expecting magic.

I would recommend this book and hope to read Edwards story, therefore I rate it 3/5.

Thursday 10 November 2011

Book Reviews

Hi everyone, so far I am really enjoying this blogging lark. The reviews are going great, sales are good and its great to support other authors. The only downside I have found so far is this, I work full time, have 3 children and spend my evenings in online marketing, when I go to bed I read for reviews.

The problem with this, I am still only 2/3 of the way through editing 'The Man behind the Vampire'. So I have a plan -

I am going to clone myself and send the clone to do my day job, as long as said clone is loud and noisy the boss probably wouldn't notice.

Hire a nanny for my children, did Bowlby say that the mother didn't always have to be the attachment figure?

I need to pay my daughter to do my marketing for me.

Hire a cleaner to keep my house running.

No problem, now where do I start?????????????
The Healer's Dance (Dancing with the Wind)

The Healers dance - Jeanette Rayleigh

http://www.amazon.com/gp/reader/B00637KAOA/ref=sib_dp_kd#reader-link



The Healers Dance has left me with one burning question - will there be a second following the two main characters, Stefan and Emily?

The story told by the author is in a word lovely, containing great description, and a good storyline this is one to read. I really felt like I understood the characters and liked the developing romance, especially the twists that followed. With some great magic, no sexual scenes and crude language, I feel this would be a great young adult romance.

The only negative for me is that I was unable to pinpoint the era the story was set in, at times I felt it was historical, and then not so sure. However I still really enjoyed this and would rate it 4/5.

Monday 7 November 2011

Six of Hearts

Cover for 'Six of Hearts'

The author gives us a glimpse of his writing style in the form of 6 short stories, each of which were enjoyable and different to the next. In my opinion a short story should keep the reader guessing to the end, this was the case with these stories, and I particularly liked 'a flight of eagles'. The author is writing a novel at the moment and i would like to see how his stories progress.

They are certainly a good, quick read and i would rate them a 3/5, mainly because the descriptions could have been a little more creative but still a good read.

Alyse Bingham - The Trio

The Trio: A Collection of Completely Unrelated Short Stories
It has been many years since I last read a short story. When asked by the author to review her trio of short stories, I wasn’t sure what to expect. What I didn’t expect was some very vivid writing that carried you into each story. The endings were profound and touching in at least 2 of 3 of the stories. I really liked the writing style and would certainly read more of the authors work.

I would rate this short collection 4/5 and recommend that fans of short stories check them out