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The Frencolian Chronicles Book 1: A Chosen Love by Carolyn Ann Aish (Christian Medieval Adventure)
Review: snippet: Lady Elissa Jane Dorai thought she was escaping from her betrothed's arms that fateful day when she ran away from the castle; instead she was only running into them. The knight who rescued her from certain doom was none other than her betrothed, Baron Chatelain (Sir Louis) but never having met him before, Elissa had no idea this knight was her husband-to-be. Will she realize who he is before it is too late for them?
Lady Elissa Jane Dorai lived in Leroy, a land of castles and knights. She was engaged to be married against her will and decides to escape her unwelcome suitor by running to her aunt's castle in Samdene. On the way there, Elissa is injured when her horse rears up and she is thrown off. Due to her injuries, Elissa loses her memory and the adventure begins.
Sir Louis, Baron Chatelain to some, was betrothed to his friend Dorai's sister Elissa and was to be wed the next day. He decides not to tell her who he is when his patrol runs across her on her trek to her aunt's castle and decides to trick her brother for allowing her to escape him. He never realizes the trouble he will be causing himself and others due to his "trick". Will Elissa ever regain her memory and be able to marry her betrothed? Will Louis and Elissa ever fulfill their betrothal or will it come to naught when the prince instead sets his sights on Elissa? How will Elissa choose between the two men vying for her love?
This book was one that takes you back to the time of knights and castles, kings and queens. Ms. Aish gives very vivid details in her descriptions of the scenes that will hold your attention and keep your interest till the end of the book. If you enjoy reading about medieval times with jousts and betrothals, be sure to pick up this book. This is just the first in a series of the Frencolian Chronicles which to this point contains nine books. Featured Author: Sherri Myers for Romance Junkies (http://www.romancejunkies.com/)
The Frencolian Chronicles Book 2: A Daughter's Love by Carolyn Ann Aish (Christian Medieval Adventure)
Review: Couldn't put this book down - excellent writer. My 85 year old father read it in 2 days! This book is good for all ages! Highly recommend the whole series! Featured Author: Val "VHM" (Amazon Reviewer)
The Frencolian Chronicles Book 4: Treasures by Carolyn Ann Aish (Christian Medieval Adventure)
Review: An exciting and descriptive story containing all of the emotions. The young Elissa experiences them all. A well told story that shows us whatever the depths of despair, if we search and have faith, there is always a way through the darkness.
Compelling reading with more adventures to look forward to in the Chronicles to come.
~ Reviewed By Helen K. Ertel Featured Author: Helen K. Ertel
The Magical Door Series Book 1: The Artist's Magical Studio by Aytul Akal (Children's Picture Book)
Review: FORMAT: Flip Book Viewer. Also available in CD, PDF, & Electronic Download.
The quality of the writing and the illustrations compares well with the best in hard-copy picture books. The Flip Viewer actually lets kids turn the page AND hear the sound. When a group of fanciful artisans get together, they wonder how Muti, an artist who works with clay, always has the most profitable day at the regular market where they sell their wares. There is much fun and sneaking around when they band together to discover the secret of Muti's success. Akal's delightful prose, and Delioglu's lush and quirky illustrations, keep your interest until the last word. Aytul Akal has long been one of Turkey's writing treasures, with many books for children and adults, as well as poems, to her credit. Mustafa Delioglu is an acclaimed Turkish artist and illustrator, having shown his portraits and other art work in many countries.
I highly recommend "The Artist's Magical Studio." This book is delightful
Rating: 5 of 5 Stars! Featured Author: Margot Finke (http://mysite.verizon.net/afinke/Book%20Reviews.htm#Review)
One Heart One Way
Review: "Treachery, treasure and truth lead Ricole and Blaise down a pathway to love in Amiri's delightful tale. The humor is well done and touching, especially when Ricole convinces Blaise's father to pick daffodils for his queen. The author includes historical trivia that makes her story even more interesting. ONE HEART ONE WAY is a book that will delight readers who love suspense, magic, and a happy ending."
4 STARS Featured Author: Faith V. Smith for Romantic Times,
Review: "I feel as though I've just returned from Dinas Bran where I sat to sup with Celtic King Elisedd and his son, Prince Blaise. ...a well-written, captivating story."
5 HEARTS Featured Author: Brett Scott for the Romance Studio,
Review: "...a wonderful story, full of romance and adventure and quests and Celtic lore and I definitely recommend it."
4 STARS Featured Author: Chere Gruver for Timeless Tales,
Review: "...a quaint romance that touches the true romantic in all of us." Featured Author: Catherine McHenry, for Romance Reviews Today
Review: "The humor is well done and touching, especially when Ricole convinces Blaise's father to pick daffodils for his queen. The author includes historical trivia that makes her story even more interesting. One Heart One Way is a book that will delight readers who love suspense, magic and a happy ending."
Featured Author: Faith V. Smith, Romantic Times Book Club, http://www.romantictimes.com/
Sweeter Than Wine
Review: "...an outstanding novel, rich in emotion, with descriptive passages so vivid they bring to life early 20th century Sonoma with breathtaking beauty. The characters are three dimensional and alive...a breathtaking story of acceptance, faith, and love...a heartwarming and unforgettable read." Featured Author: Terrie Figueroa, for Romance Reviews Today
Review: "...a riveting story of second chances in life and love. I enjoyed this story, Alice's determination to be a good business woman was admirable, while I was reading about her learning the wine making business I was thinking 'You Go Girl'! I thought Siegfried was very sexy and imagined what his accent sounded like. All I have to say is, I like it!"
4 1/2 ROSES Featured Author: Ronica for A Romance Review
Review: "...a nice tale of healing as well as romance. Both Alice and Siegfried has to deal with personal demons - prejudice, loneliness, guilt, et cetera - and the way they deal with these as well as each other is beautifully handled. Set amidst the rich atmosphere of wine-making and the aftermath of WWI, this story's setting is intriguing in itself. The great romance is an added and much welcome bonus." Featured Author: Mrs. Giggles
The Kennedy Girls
Review: "This reviewer enjoyed The Kennedy Girls for many reasons. Seeing Louise struggle with her heritage and her need to better herself was moving. Afton's need for independence was understandable and it was easy to feel happy for her when it was achieved. Gillian proves first impressions can be changed. The Kennedy Girls takes you through a roller coaster of emotions and still leaves you satisfied at the end." Featured Author: Kim for Fallen Angels Reviews
Review: "The Kennedy Girls by Jina Bacarr makes you forget the world you currently live in, at least for a little while. The story is that good. The characters are that well-rounded, and so very appealing. And the feel, the excitement of the historical setting in which the story is set, is tangible. Ms. Bacarr manages to take three fictionalized characters and place them into historical fact, not always an easy task, but she accomplishes the feat with a deft hand and a true voice. I actually did an internet search on the character names. I was not certain that these three young women were but the inventions of the mind of a creative writer. Finally convinced that, indeed, Louise, Afton, and Gillian were not, and never had been, actually breathing, I marveled at the writers well-rounded portrayal of the idealism of the 1960s as seen through the eyes of these so-real ladies."
4 HEARTS Featured Author: Linda Alexander for The Romance Studio
Review: "It is a wonderful story and for those who know the 1960's only from hearsay and books, I recommend this book. It's a look into the lives of two young women and how far we have come from those times, and a human look at the larger than life figure that many knew as Jack Kennedy. Excellent story, it brought back memories and even tears. I loved it!"
5 HEARTS
Featured Author: Louise Riveiro-Mitchell for The Romance Studio
Review: THE KENNEDY GIRLS sweeps readers back to 1960 and the tumultuous time of civil-rights, segregation, and a young man who wanted to be President to change it all…The buzz of the convention is palpable as the story progresses. Kennedy’s dreams for the country shine through as the reader is treated to snippets of his speeches, and witnesses the excitement and even danger of a country on the verge of change. Ms. Bacarr pens a fine historical piece with the Kennedy girls, giving us a view into the turbulent beginning of the '60’s.
The dreams of three women and one country are evidenced in this superb novel from Jina Bacarr. Download THE KENNEDY GIRLS for a bit of historical exhilaration. Featured Author: Liz Ragland-Thompson, Romance Reviews Today
Hotline To Heaven by Darrell Bain
Review: Should all stories have a moral? This novel doesn't seem to think so.
At first you might expect angelic heroine Violet Smith to insist on a moral: after all, she has worked for the Salvation Army for quite some time, and had grown up with God-fearing parents who sent her to an all-girl school. But charming (and good looking) scammer Ed Tanner easily dissuades her from looking for one, and instead teaches her his own versions of how to relax and just have fun.
From the couple's first meeting at a street corner to several amusing encounters with the press, "Hotline to Heaven" delivers a light-hearted look into the planning and execution of "a perfect scam," and even works in a love story in between. The pacing is great, the writing style brisk and effective.. "Hotline to Heaven" generally makes you wonder what happens next, although smack into the middle you're no longer quite sure who to root for: Violet, Ed or the disgruntled apartment manager.
I wondered several times what stand the author actually wanted to take out of all this. In the end, I realized that the author never meant to take any stand: He simply wanted to tell good story. And from all technical aspects, "Hotline to Heaven" is a good story -- just don't expect to find a moral at the end! Featured Author: Aileen Suquila-Santos for Inscriptions Magazine
Review: Darrell Bain pushes the envelope of plausibility in this lighthearted, entertaining tale of a con artist and the woman who steals his heart.
HOTLINE TO HEAVEN is the story of a con artist who falls victim to his own weaknesses in this humorous tale of love and duplicity.
Ed Tanner just pulled off the greatest con. Too bad that he took a bimbo to Las Vegas to celebrate and she absconded with the money. With very little left in his pockets, Ed drops a quarter into the Salvation Army's coffers and meets the beautiful, extremely innocent Violet. Soon he finds his way to the Salvation Army's shelter, and into the heart of Violet.
Despite other's protests, Violet invests her life savings in Ed's new scheme. While she believes he's sincere, Ed has a brilliant idea to line his pockets yet again. He starts God's Fan Club with Violet at the forefront, looking like an angel. He isn't, however, prepared for his heart to be swept away by the innocent.
Ed introduces Violet to the simple things of life such as pretty clothes, jewelry and alcohol. Soon she finds herself swept away on the publicity and excitement of her new life, completely unaware that the man she loves is planning to leave her high and dry.
While Violet's innocence is almost unbelievable, the sharp contrast she provides to the Ed's world provides the reader with sparkling entertainment. The book is a quick read, with a wonderfully deft voice that leaves the reader quite satisfied by the end. Darrell Bain's cast of characters and fun plot will have the reader looking for more of his work! Featured Author: Cindy Penn, Senior Editor/Web Wizard for
Review: A tale of a lovable rogue. Ed Tanner meets Violet Smith, a Salvation Army sister and the sparks begin to fly. Not only is he attracted to this angel but a scam forms in his mind. He cons the beautiful but utterly innocent Violet into helping him build a fan club for God. The biggest scam this side of hell. Only problem is Ed falls in love with Violet as he turns her from the cloistered world where she lives into his world of never knowing where the next dollar comes from. A delightful and funny tale of corruption, fraud and deceit mixed in with love, innocence and faith. Bain has written an excellent book with real-to-life characters and twists and turns that keep you wanting to read until you reach the satisfying end. Featured Author: Iris Leach (http://www.sharpwriter.com)
Review: Ed Tanner was a scam expert. After Ed and his attorney partners, Al and Ruthie, closed up their last phone scam, Ed went to Las Vegas and lost it all. It was December and when he came upon a Santa ringing a bell for the Salvation Army, he dropped in one of his last quarters. That was when he met Violet Smith, who was Santa's helper.
Violet had lived a very sheltered life. She lived at the same Salvation Army in which she worked. Instant attraction sparked between the two. Knowing he had only the clothes on his back, Violet offered Ed rest at the shelter. While there, he came up with the idea of his next scam, God's Fan Club.
Violet used her small life savings when Ed received his calling from God for them to begin a club in His name. Elijah Wilshire, Captain Mission Director, tried to talk Violet out of it, but she believed Ed really did have a calling. The club was an over night success! Money poured in! But Ed knew soon that he, Al, and Ruthie would have to divide the money and run. (A good scam never lasted long.) The problem was that Ed had fallen in love with Violet.
Violet really was as innocent as she sounded! It was hard for me to swallow just how gullible she was made out to be! However, the plot was great and the story flowed very well. On a personal note: I wish it had ended differently. BUT that is only MY opinion. The ending it has is good and I still have the satisfaction that I love to have when I end a great novel. I consider this a good read and intend to keep it for future rereading! Featured Author: Detra Fitch (http://www.huntressreviews.com)
Review: Ed Tanner, aka "Boilerroom", is between scams. He's a good con artist, good enough that he usually has time between jobs to enjoy the fruits of other people's labors. Unfortunately, he has a weakness for women, and the redhead with whom he chose to celebrate his latest success ran off with his take. He needs an idea for another scam fast, and more immediately, he needs dinner.
He takes advantage of the hospitality of the local Salvation Army shelter and meets Violet Smith, a wide-eyed innocent straight out of a girl's boarding school who is now under the sheltered protection of the Army deacon, a family friend. Violet has a pure faith in God, the face of an angel and the body of Lileth. Ed knows she is the key to his next scam as surely as surely as Jesus knew Judas would sell him out.
Making up a story mostly based on truth, that he has put his trust and bank account in the hands of the wrong woman, Ed manages to get a temporary job helping out in the shelter. It is when he is playing Santa Claus, helping ring the bell with Sister Violet, that it comes to him. God's Fan Club, the perfect scam. People join the club for a nominal fee to have their letters answered by God through the closest thing to God on earth, Violet Smith.
Ed knows the public will accept anything if it is delivered through a physically perfect package, a package for which he himself has a dangerous appreciation. He knows abandoning Violet when the scam is up will be the hardest thing he's ever done. He's fallen for her as easily as any mark he's ever hustled.
Darrell Bain, a humor writer whose first book focused on he and his wife's adventures while operating a Christmas tree farm (Life On Santa Claus Lane), wrote Hotline To Heaven in response to his mother's complaint of "You never write romance!"
While he makes a commendable attempt to please his mother, this is definitely more of a humor piece than a romance. His tongue-in-cheek approach will be appreciated more by the male than the female reader. I enjoyed its incorrigible hero, the wide-eyed, luscious Violet and the suspense of seeing how it would play out for them in the end. Can he win the girl, save the scam and come out on top? Which leopard will change its spots in the end. Featured Author: Joey Hill, Stateport Pilot News, Southport, NC
Review: What happens when you cross the poster child for Scams-R-Us with Snow White? Well, Darrell Bain gives his readers a perfect example in his book HOTLINE TO HEAVEN.
Ed Tanner is down on his luck. He's narrowly escaped criminal prosecution for his last scam bilking people from their hard earned money. And to top it all off, poetic justice has played her hand when a Las Vegas bimbo bilks him of his last dollars. He's now wandering the streets, looking for a free place to lay his head for the night.
Sister Violet Smith is a bell ringer for the Salvation Army. She's as pure as the driven snow and to Ed Tanner, must be the last virgin on the face of the earth. But her angelic face and glowing purity pierce his heart. He decides to stay at the Salvation Army and even tricks them into letting him stay a few days in exchange for dishwashing in order that he can get to know Violet Smith.
Violet has led a tragic life. She was raised by missionaries and schooled in all girls' schools. Her parents were tragically killed the year before. As they left all their worldly possessions to the Salvation Army, Violet suddenly became an orphan and penniless. The Salvation Army takes her as their employee in exchange for working for them. Violet has never been around men and had no idea how to handle herself with such a sinful prospect. Violet had saved all her earnings since the Salvation Army had paid all her living expenses.
It doesn't take long for Ed to convince Violet that he has a calling and she's included in that calling. He's to start God's Fan Club. And she's to be a spokesperson for this fan club. However, he didn't expect to fall in love with her!
Throughout the startup of this club and the ensuing events, Mr. Bain gives his readers a glimpse into human greed, innocence turned wanton and jealousy at those that have. Ed shows his creativeness in thinking up new scams and in keeping one step ahead of the law. Violet, although innocent, learns the joys of life, how to be a woman and stumbles on to how to perpetrate her own scams.
His style of writing includes lots of dialogue and a quick pace to the story.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story and laughed at times so hard the family wondered what in the world I was crying over and hated to see the end. Hopefully Mr. Bain will continue with other misadventures of Ed and Violet. This book is my ticket into the Darrell Bain fan club! Featured Author: Jan Crow, (http://www.simegen.com/index.html)
Life On Santa Claus Lane
Review: Life on Santa Claus Lane is a compilation of stories about the trials and tribulations of a Texas couple trying to make ends meet on their Christmas tree farm. Why Christmas trees? Uh, because they're not as scary as cows or tractors?
What's so hard about making a Christmas wreath anyway? As long as one has his trusty Swiss Army knife it's a piece of cake...er...if one doesn't mind donating a little of his own blood during the process. Darrell's Christmas gift of a sheepskin for his wife Betty SEEMEDlike a great idea at the time. Never fear! The resident pair of killer kittens arrive on the scene just in time to rescue the household from the offending wool.
This book also has tales of intrigue that go beyond the holiday season. Witness the intense drama when Betty sends Darrell on a shopping errand (again and again.) On the farm, danger lurks (as do certain odors), and it's a good thing Darrell has had army training: the possum varmints don't stand a chance! Their dachshund, Biscuit, has the eyesight of an owl which, as a member of the Bain pack, gives him an unfair advantage. How, you ask? Let's just say, he gets in a few good licks.
Included in this work is an international crime thriller. Will Darrell and Betty's clever disguises enable them to escape the notorious justice system of a foreign country? Another eerie tale reminiscent of Poe (or maybe it's a tale of romance?) delves into the mystery: Where did that Viagra pill go, anyway?
Life on Santa Claus Lane contains a lively cast of characters, the two-footed as well the four-footed variety. Whether writing about chickens or about how hard Betty works (as observed by Darrell as he tests out the couch), Bain is keen on describing the wacky side of life. LOSCL is sure to bring a grin to your face, if not numerous all-out, eye-watering belly laughs! Just ask my husband, as he sent me several curious looks while I was reading it! Featured Author: Jeanne Allen for Knowbetter (http://www.knowbetter.com/Default.aspx?tabid=24&mid=345&ctl=reviewview&itemid=132)
Dead Certain by Forrest Barriger (Mystery)
Review: Dead Certain, by Forrest Barriger, follows the travels of treasure hunter and private investigator Burke Thomas (an assumed name, his real name left behind in a colorful distant past). In this story, he gets involved in what he thinks is a cult rescue and recovery operation but soon turns into a labyrinthine plot including mining, land rights, old treasure, idealist aims, and of course, lots of money. The seemingly insurmountable problems faced by our hero are often solved in true heroic fashion by a combination of manly brawn and hard won, intelligent fact searching and puzzling. In the end, all the characters get what is truly coming to them.
Told in the first person, Barriger’s story paints a picture of a tough Southwest character who likes to solve puzzles. On the one hand, his first love is in treasure hunting, searching out sometimes centuries old facts to track down old booty. On the other hand, he often gets paid to use these same skills to solve mysteries for people. It felt like a cross between Tony Hillerman and old J.A. Jance. Other than a few stumbling blocks such as typos and a couple of descriptions that were just a tad unwieldy, this was a very enjoyable read.
4 Stars Featured Author: Rachel Olivier (http://tcm-ca.com/reviews/130.html)
Review: Rating: ***** 5 STARS
When you begin reading Dead Certain you know it's different. Not because it is written in First person exactly, but because you get an immediate no holes barred picture. The author drags you into the scene with Burke Thomas immediately. Dead Certain is told through the eyes of Burke Thomas a private investigator. Contrary to what you might think this is no ordinary private eye story. Instead it's overall tone gives you a feeling of immediacy that doesn't leave you till the crime is solved.
What's really a clincher is that you think it's over, and it's not. You think you know the answers and you don't.
Dead Certain will keep you on your toes to the very end with one escapade after another, and it's charming first person tone that keeps you turning those pages for another mystery and another laugh. Dead Certain is full of dry humor, which I dearly love. This book has everything to entertain you. A little romance, a lot of humor, and more double crosses than you can keep up with. I enjoyed it no end and didn't put it down till I was through.
It's the ordinary guy solving the craziest swindles in the most precarious ways that keeps you glued to the book. Burke Thomas may not be Magnum PI but he can totally immerse you in suspense and make you want to help him solve it all because you feel as though you know the guy and you are right there with him. He's Magnum, Charlie Chan and Mickey Spillane all rolled into one gigantic man that knows the ropes better than Perry Mason. I can't say enough good things about this mystery. It had little romance (between Merrilee and Burke) but it had plenty of action, crazy stunts, and wild moments that were just plain funny. I highly recommend this mystery, to one and all. It's not a run of the mill book by far. The author, Forrest Barriger knows exactly how to tell a tale with facts and details that oddly enough make you wonder how. It's gritty, ingenious and fabulously entertaining! And you'll have to read it to understand why! Featured Author: Rita Hestand for Romancing the Web Reviews (http://www.crosswinds.net/~romancingtheweb)
Esther by Karen Beck (Children's Picture Book)
Review: It seems every little girl since the beginning of time has dreamed of growing up to be someone special. Although their idea of someone special changes with the situation and age, the dream of growing up to be a queen or at least being treated like one is fairly common. Esther had that same dream.
Review:
Karen Beck has taken a beloved story from the bible and made it into a fun read for children by showing a young girl growing up and the dreams that guided her way. The child will be drawn in by the gentle friendship of Esther and Isabelle. The story moves quickly to keep the child's attention to the end.
Recommendations:
This book is highly recommended for both the child that has grown up with bible stories and religion on a regular basis or one that has not had that opportunity. When my son saw the book on my computer screen, he wanted to read it too. After printing it out for him, I was blessed with a sight that melted my heart as he sat and read the book from cover to cover.
Karen Beck succeeds in writing a book that retells a story from the bible in a way that will appeal to a reader whether or not they are familiar with the bible. The religion does not mask the overall theme of ESTHER.
ESTHER is currently available from Writers-Exchange E-Publishing in PDF, HTML, Microsoft reader (lit), and CD ebook formats. The formatting of the book and the eye catching illustrations show the quality and care that was taken in producing a book worthy of the story written by Karen Beck. The ebook is reasonably priced which adds to overall impression that you will want to read more books by this author and publisher combination. Featured Author: Karen Lovett for Women on Writing (http://www.womenonwriting.com/childrens.html#esther)
Review: Esther is a beautifully illustrated ebook that tells the story in an unpretentious style that closely follows the Biblical account of brave Queen Esther who saves her people. The combination of pictures and text will keep the little one interested until the final frame. Featured Author: Carolyn Scheidies, Author's Choice Book Reviews (http:/pages.ivillage.com/crscheidies/bookreviews/id4.html)
Review: Esther is a young Israeli girl who dreams of becoming Queen someday. As she grows into a kind and beautiful young woman her dream comes true when the king chooses her as his queen. Esther's Uncle Mordecai, who raised her since childhood, stays near the palace to be close to Esther. When the king promotes a man named Haman to be over all the princes, Mordecai refuses to bow down to him. This makes Haman furious, and to punish Mordecai Haman decides to have all of the Jews in the kingdom destroyed. Will Mordecai and Queen Esther be able to save their people before it is too late?
This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Queen Esther, who risked her own life to save the lives of her people. Featured Author: Christina Lewis, Book Reviewer
Review: Rating ***** 5 stars
Karen Beck has surpassed herself as an author bringing to children the story of Esther, in an easy to understand book from the bible. Along with the beautiful illustrations comes the familiarly told story of the girl who would be queen.
Esther is a little jewish girl who dreams of becoming queen one day. Little does she know just how true her dream becomes. As she grows into a beautiful young woman, her guardian, Mordecai introduces her to the King Ahasuerus. The king likes Esther and makes her part of his court of ladies, one of which will be chosen Queen. Because of her unselfishness, the King chooses her to be his queen.
When Mordecai hears of a threat to kill the king, he informs Esther and she tells the king.
A man named Haman is promoted to be of great importance and all must bow to him. Mordecal because of his beliefs in God, refuses to bow to Haman. Haman is angry and wants Mordecai hanged, along with all the other Jews.
When Esther hears of this, she tells Mordecai to fast for three days and she will speak to the king herself.
Mordecai fears for her life, but does as she wishes, and tells all the Jews to do this.
Haman orders a gallows for Mordecai, all the while he is invited by the King and Queen to a banquet.
I won't tell the complete story for it will ruin it for others, but I must say that this kind of storytelling does more than just entertain a child, it enlightens them to the bible and God. And this above everything else in life is about a important in life as anything I can think of. I cannot praise Karen Beck enough in her attempt to bring children one of the best stories in the bible. Even though it is written for children, even adults have to love the story and the beauty of this book. What a grand book to add to any children's collection. I'm more than a little proud to give this one a full five stars!!! A must read for young and old. Featured Author: Rita Hestand for Romancing the Web Reviews (http://www.crosswinds.net/~romancingtheweb)
Milward Chronicles Book 4: Patriarch of Pestilence by Robert Lee Beers (Fantasy)
The narrative opens with a letter to the Wizard Milward from his old associate Alten Baldrisson Grisham's Librarian. Milward was notified that war is underway, Adam continues to fulfill dwarfish prophecy, earth quake and a state of siege by the Ortian army are proving bothersome to those living in Grisham. The reader is carried forward with old acquaintances and new. The Emperor, Duke Bilardi, Bardoc and Captain Bilardi all play important roles. Adam and Ethan decide to leave Grisham and before long meet another group in the tunnels beneath the city. Neely, Flynn, Circumstance a ½ elf and adopted son of Ethan and Adam's twin Charity make up the second group. Charity is amazed to learn Adam will soon become a father. Both groups agree Duke Bilardi is a strong contender for the title of Most Evil Personage in Grisham. The Empire has been ripped into individual fiefdoms, Inquisitors practicing dark arts of torture abound and McCabe is on the loose. McCabe, former petty thief now a conduit for a shadow creature. a Seeker is a force to reckon with. Gilgafed the Sorcerer begs Milward for help in dealing with McCabe. Gilgafed is loath to admit that McCabe is on the loose due to his foolishness. Adam finds that while his magical abilities are improving they do need a bit of fine tuning now and again. The story roars on with travel by vortex, on foot and aboard Drinaugh the dragon. Adam appears to defeat McCabe, however the stench of rot proves that is not the case. Adam must use all his power to assure the safety of the known world.
On the pages of The Patriarch of Pestilence: Book 3 of the Wells End Chronicles writer Beers weaves an interwoven account against a imaginative framework of multiple narratives and innovative, exceptional characters including humans, dragons, machines, elves and wizards. All come hurdling from Beers' fertile imagination to offer the reader a most exciting read.
Writer Beers presents readers a lavishly drawn anecdote pumped up with all the deceitfulness, hubbub and machination fantasy lovers enjoy the most. The Patriarch of Pestilence: Book 3 of the Wells End Chronicles is a finely-written yarn filled with supposable, meticulously wrought characters striding purposefully through the chronicle. The reader is carried along on a stimulating trek as author Beers deftly presents propensity, enigmatic scenarios and puissant wonderment, consternation and tumult necessary to hold the reader fully engrossed. Credible, often abrasive dialogue pulls the reader into the narrative from the opening paragraph and holds reader attention right to the last lines where we find Adam enjoying new found respect.
The Patriarch of Pestilence: Book 3 of the Wells End Chronicles is filled with the spirit, dialogue and character of fantasy settings known and loved by young and old alike. Ingenious author Robert Lee Beers has constructed a fascinating domain infused with both base and charitable, blameless and depraved, loveable and detestable characters the reader is sure to find engaging. Teeming with strife fittingly resolved in this masterfully engineered suspense filled narrative; The Wells End Chronicles Book 2:
Whispers of War paints a razor sharp, focused account of destiny, cupidity and perseverance. Effect dialog, well-drawn scenarios and characters to love and hate the book is an enjoyable read.
Meant for pleasure reading, The Patriarch of Pestilence: Book 3 of the Wells End Chronicles target audience of young adults will find the book has all the ingredients they wish for in a good fantasy work. Fine book to enjoy by the fire place on a long winter evening or in the porch swing during a hot summer afternoon.
Enjoyed the read, happy to recommend.
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5 Gravestones!
Captain Angus, The Lighthouse Ghost is a very interesting and (dare I say it without scaring the kiddos?) educational read. It takes place at the Cape Lighthouse Station at Cape Otway near Apollo Bay, Victoria on the Southeastern coast of Australia. This is an actual lighthouse, by the way, and a link to the web site and others like it can be found at the end of the book.
Aaron and Gracie are a brother and sister who are on vacation for a week with their parents. They are staying in what was the lighthouse keepers cottage with no TV, video games or other distractions to keep them busy. They arent very happy and think they will be bored to tears for an entire week. That is until they meet Capn Angus, a ghost who was a sea captain until he died in 1825 off the coast of his native Scotland.
Capn Angus has made it his mission, since becoming a ghost, to keep track of all of the old lighthouses and make sure all is well with them. He tells Aaron and Gracie that each lighthouse has its own spirit and Aurora, the one at the Cape Lighthouse, isnt happy because he doesnt feel useful or needed. The Capn asks for the help of Aaron and Gracie to make Aurora happy again. To do this, Capn Angus takes Aaron and Gracie on spirit trips back in time to see their lighthouse being built as well as to learn what happened to ships when there werent lighthouses. Aaron and Gracie learn a lot about their lighthouse and find out a surprise or two along the way about their own ancestors. Its during these trips that they figure out how to make Aurora happy again.
While I thought this book reads easy enough to be interesting to kids between 7-9 or so, anyone can get enjoyment from it. There is excitement in the peeks into history and with the included links to lighthouse site, it also gives you a link between the past and present. You are learning without realizing it and you get a better appreciation for why we must preserve things from the past. I really liked the story and found the lighthouse information interesting. The web site for the Cape Lighthouse is also fascinating and contains some really good pictures. I thought it was neat that the story was about something that really exists and that just made the story even better.
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