Review: Fated Origins

Fated Origins by May Freighter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed reading this novel. I actually started to pick this book up and read it as a standalone in the beginning, but that is not recommended. I, instead, started with the first book in this series (Russian Roulette), and was able to keep up with the progress of this series without a problem. Since this is book four of the set, I strongly recommend starting out with book one and continue to read the books in this series in order.

I enjoyed following along with Helena and Lucious as they both encounter a variety of obstacles that threaten to drive them apart. If you're a fan of vampire novels or paranormal/supernatural style books in general, you should give this series a try. I received a copy of this ebook from the author and wanted to share my honest opinion of it here.

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Review: Crumbling Control

Crumbling Control by May Freighter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this book. The third installment for this series is well written and draws you right into the storyline. Helena has interactions with a wide variety of curious characters in this novel, and it's packed with action up until the end. Oh, and another thing...you probably won't expect the ending.

I received an ecopy of this book from the author but wanted to share my honest opinion of this book here. I strongly recommend you start with book 1 in the Helena Hawthorne series if you just happen across this review and decide to check this book out, that way you can become acquainted with the characters and their journeys up to this point. You will not regret it.

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Review: Demon Gates

Demon Gates by May Freighter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a wild ride this series is turning out to be! I enjoyed reading this novel as much as the first book in the series, and this book is also YA reader appropriate, or ideal for readers that love enjoying the adventure of intermingling humans and supernatural creatures without all the extra sexy times tossed in.

This story includes a wide variety of characters - hunters, vampires, demons, angels, witches...the list could go on. It's definitely a good read for people that are interested in paranormal/supernatural characters and events. I received a copy of this novel from the author but wanted to share my honest opinion about it here.

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Review: Russian Roulette

Russian Roulette by May Freighter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed reading this novel. The characters are so real, and the adventure is just starting! I wasn't sure what to expect from this series (or this novel) when I first started reading it, but I'm glad that I was able to get started with the Helena Hawthorn series.

Expect it to end on a cliffhanger of sorts...but now I can't wait to see what happens next in this series. I would recommend this book to any reader that enjoys supernatural/paranormal adventure sets that are ideal for YA readers. I received an ecopy of this novel from the author but wanted to share my honest opinion here.

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Review: versus

versus by Andrew Mackay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shockingly dark novel!

I really enjoyed reading this book. It was a little shocking to me at first, to be honest. The cover makes this story seem like this story could potentially end up a bit on the adventurous/light-hearted side of life. I would not necessarily start reading this novel with that in mind.

Daryl and 'Freddie' each have their own issues that build up to this point...this one day. I don't want to reveal too many spoilers, but if you think you might be interested in reading a book that focuses on the tragedy of and individual that suffers from a long life of going unnoticed, or being overshadowed...this book might be for you.

I can definitely say that this ends up being one day I would have wished I'd skipped school completely. I did receive an ecopy of this book from the author, but wanted to share my honest opinion of it here.

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Review: Isabella's Airman

Isabella's Airman by Sofia Grey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another great romance combined with sci-fi elements by Sofia Grey - Be prepared to step out of time, and a little out of line, along with the characters in this book. I received a copy of this ebook from the author but wanted to share my honest opinion here.

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Review: Lila's Wolf

Lila's Wolf by Sofia Grey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great story that combines romance and sci-fi elements. This is book 2 in this great new series by Sofia Grey...I look forward to reading more from this author. I received a copy of this ebook from the author, but wanted to share my honest opinion of this novel here.

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Review: Captain of the Monte Cristo: a space opera retelling of the classic tale

Captain of the Monte Cristo: a space opera retelling of the classic tale by Sarah K. L. Wilson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this book. I love retellings of classic stories and fairy tales, and this one is no exception. It is easy to fall into sync with the characters in this story (whether you have read the actual classic story it's based on or not), and find yourself placed in their shoes as this story progresses. Since this story is being retold in an enhanced sci-fi/space-oriented setting, it may be easier for individuals that enjoy reading space based fiction to fall into this retelling at a quicker pace, but I think it is an enjoyable read for anyone to pick up and get started on, no matter where they may be starting from.

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Review: Murder Of Convenience

Murder Of Convenience by Carrie Marsh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this mystery. The characters were very heartfelt in this story, and you will find yourself getting wrapped into the mystery that is life while reading it. A double death occurs in a short matter of time in the same small community, and Marcie cares for her friends so much, she has to try to figure out what really happened.

While this story doesn't include any talking animals, it does include a larger picture of small town life and how connected all it's citizens are. I found myself trying to figure out just what happened and why all through this book, and then in the end noticed Marcie uncovered a few facts I seemed to not have paid attention to during my initial reading.

It is a quaint story about a woman that wants to find justice for friends that have been wronged. I consider it a fairly average book as far as the enigma of the mystery element goes...but the characters in this book reach out and say hello as you work on letting the story flow. I received a copy of this book from the author and wanted to share my honest opinion of this book here.

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Review: Alpha Wolf: A Paranormal Science Fiction Thriller

Alpha Wolf: A Paranormal Science Fiction Thriller by Sarah Noffke
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed reading this book. I received an ecopy from the author and wanted to share my honest opinion here. I really enjoyed learning about all the characters in this story, and I am curious to know which avenue this series will be taking next. I'd recommend this book for any fans of paranormal and/or sci-fi literature.

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Review: Wanted

Wanted by Jo Ho
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely LOVED this book! It was great fun (and a little depressing in some parts) to travel around with Chase, Bandit and Sully, and they tried to discover more about the company that was tracking them (or at least the dog) down. A lot goes on in this book, and it's all definitely YA appropriate. I don't want to give away any more spoilers than I may already have...so check this book out if you're up for an interesting take on canine experiments gone wrong. I received a free ecopy of this book from the author, but wanted to share my honest opinion about it here.

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Review: Desired: Maya & Ben Spin-off Novella

Desired: Maya & Ben Spin-off Novella by May Freighter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I haven't read any of the other novels in this series, so I wasn't already familiar with the characters. I did find it fairly easy to follow along with the progression of the story with no issues (ie...this can be read as a standalone). I enjoyed reading this novella, and would recommend it to fans of fantasy that don't mind a bit of NA style heat.

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Review: Keeping Kyler

Keeping Kyler by Siobhan Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved reading this book! I do love this series, and really enjoyed the twists and turns that happened all through this book. It had a bit of everything, from family drama, to romantic escapades to dangerous curves most people try to avoid. The romance between Faye & Kyler just keeps going, and the ending was perfect! I can't wait to check out the next book.

I received a copy of this book from the author and wanted to share my honest opinion of this book here.

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Review: How to Talk to Ghosts

How to Talk to Ghosts by Erin Hayes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. It focuses on Lita, a young lady that discovers a whole new side of the world after exploring her recently departed uncle Neptune's business with her father. There are surprises galore in this book, and it is the second book I've read by this author...but I plan to follow up with other editions of her work in the future. This is a read I strongly recommend to YA fans, especially those that enjoy fantasy/paranormal and supernatural books.

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Review: Exploration

Exploration by Char Webster
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved this book. It involves many of the same characters from Discovery, the first book in this series, and there was definitely enough going on to drive my reading forward. There are many great experiences in this book (and quite a few dangerous ones as well), and it even ends with a great jumping off point for the next book in this series. I would recommend this book for anyone that enjoys stories with a slight paranormal edge to them.

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Review: Captured

Captured by K. L. Ricks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Awesome read...YA/Teen fantasy book that will keep you guessing!

I absolutely loved this book! I can't wait to read the next book in this series (I've been told it's coming soon...). I did receive a copy of this book from the author, but wanted to share my honest opinion here after experiencing such a thrilling read.

It all starts with Adelyn Innsbruck, and her semi-subservient life in a community where everyone is constantly faced with the fact they have all lost someone during alien raids, and hope that if they hold their head low enough, maybe they'll be passed by when the next group of people gets captured. The first year I noticed being mentioned was the year 2297, so the setting of this story is futuristic and somewhat advanced, but the inhabitants are all being subjected to communist style rule. Adelyn sees her primary responsibility as taking care of her little brother, since she lost both of her parents to an event when they were both captured. It starts out as just another average day at school...then all hell breaks loose!

I am typically the type of person that prefers to leave the finer details out of my reviews (I absolutely hate spoilers!), but if you enjoy YA reads and you are reading for a book that is full of twists and turns...and things turn out not at all how you first suspected...definitely give this book a try. I started reading it early this morning, took a few breaks, and had to return to find out what happened next. By the time you make it about halfway through this book...you won't be able to put it down!

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Review: Brothers of Fang: Blood Betrayal

Brothers of Fang: Blood Betrayal by Iris Sweetwater
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this story. Granted, I haven't read the first book in this set, but after I'd gotten accustomed to the quirks of each character along the way, I found it easy to adapt to what was happening in the story. I would recommend this book to fans of werewolves and paranormal fantasies. I received this book from the author and wanted to share my honest opinion here.

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Captured by K. L. Ricks

Captured (Aoila Series Book 1)

The Aoilites come from the skies, and no one is able to stop them. Each visit ends the same way: one hundred thousand people vanish. If rumors are true, the abducted are fodder for an alien world’s appetite.

Like everyone else living under the totalitarian regime of the North American Alliance, Adelyn Innsbruck fears the Aoilites. She doubts they’ll ever threaten her home, though; Juno Ridge is too small a community for the mass harvesting of people. She’s more concerned with caring for her five-year-old brother, Nikeen, and coming to terms with Kaden, the young man who blames Adelyn—not without reason—for his parents’ deaths.

Then the Aoilites come to Juno Ridge. When they depart, Nikeen is gone, and Adelyn and Kaden find themselves alone and unable to cope with the loss of their loved ones. War with the Aoilites is imminent, and after the capture, the duo are on the run from the government that now deems Adelyn as much a threat as the aliens.

Adelyn doesn’t have time to consider the consequences. She’s only got one goal—to rescue her brother. To do so, she’ll defy anyone in her way, be they alien or human.

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My personal review for Captured:

I absolutely loved this book! I can't wait to read the next book in this series (I've been told it's coming soon...). I did receive a copy of this book from the author, but wanted to share my honest opinion here after experiencing such a thrilling read.

It all starts with Adelyn Innsbruck, and her semi-subservient life in a community where everyone is constantly faced with the fact they have all lost someone during alien raids, and hope that if they hold their head low enough, maybe they'll be passed by when the next group of people gets captured. The first year I noticed being mentioned was the year 2297, so the setting of this story is futuristic and somewhat advanced, but the inhabitants are all being subjected to communist style rule. Adelyn sees her primary responsibility as taking care of her little brother, since she lost both of her parents to an event when they were both captured. It starts out as just another average day at school...then all hell breaks loose!

I am typically the type of person that prefers to leave the finer details out of my reviews (I absolutely hate spoilers!), but if you enjoy YA reads and you are reading for a book that is full of twists and turns...and things turn out not at all how you first suspected...definitely give this book a try. I started reading it early this morning, took a few breaks, and had to return to find out what happened next. By the time you make it about halfway through this book...you won't be able to put it down!