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One Woman’s Story of Surviving Trauma to Discover Faith and Redemption Debut author, Sarah Vigue introduces us to her testimony about being abused as a child, her involvement with magic and New Age practices, and how God rescued her from generational curses: "There are things I need to tell you—or rather, things I’m not supposed to tell you." Battered by trauma and surrounded by mental illness, Sarah didn’t expect God to come for her. Then He did. This unflinching Christian memoir traces a gritty path from skepticism to surrender—and the healing that followed. In this gritty yet grace-filled testimony, Sarah shares her reluctant journey into faith. Skeptical of the church and terrified of the unseen, she steps into a spiritual world she never imagined—one that challenges her doubts, identity, and sense of belonging. Along the way, she discovers the God who sees, heals, and redeems even the most shattered places. What You’ll Experience in A Tatterdemalion’s Testimony:
 This memoir is not a pretty picture to start. It is full of gritty details about the author's childhood and the extreme abuses she suffered throughout her life. Her rescue and redemption began with a whisper that God is really good, not the killjoy so many think He is. The author shares many of her spiritual struggles in breaking free from the black magic embedded in the deceptive practices of New Age thought. We witness her defeats and victories that lead to her experiencing the abundant life promised in the Holy Bible to all. The victory Sarah experiences is available to all.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Tatterdemalions-Testimony-Surviving-Discover-Redemption https://www.goodreads.com/-a-tatterdemalion-s-testimony-by-sarah-vigue https://www.barnesandnoble.com/a-tatterdemalions-testimony-sarah-vigue You can connect with the author: https://sarahvigue.com https://x.com/sarahlaceyvigue https://www.facebook.com/sarahlvigue https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahlvigue/ https://www.pinterest.com/slv1982 https://www.instagram.com/sarahvigue http://www.tiktok.com/@sarahlvigue https://www.youtube.com/@sarahvigue Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction
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Rooms to let for all SpeciesMulti-genre, multi-volume, author Gary Henson introduces us to his humorous, sci-fi story about unexpected adventures in a small corner of the galaxy, “Auntie Renita’s Galactic Motel”: It's 2323 and the Galaxies are booming with Tourists! Plouton II is a thriving planet of Galactic diversity in the Andromeda Galaxy. Interstellar travelers across the Universe visit and do what all intelligent beings do... look for a motel. Auntie Re's has fresh bed sheets and hot tubs of lava! Enjoy your stay!  This story was fun to read. I love how Jake and Arlo have changed since I read "Arlo and Jake Enlist." No matter where in the universe our heroes go, there will always be greedy bad guys who need to be brought to justice. Jake and Arlo are the human and sentient chameleon to do the job. I can't share any more details without breaking my promise of no spoilers. Read the story and enjoy the ride. Maybe you can drive one of the hover bikes. ;-) I award 4.7 stars because I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Auntie-Renitas-Galactic-Motel https://www.goodreads.com/book/-auntie-renita-s-galactic-motel You can follow the author: https://x.com/garyalanhenson http://garyalanhenson.blogspot.com https://bsky.app/profile/mrgort.bsky.social I have reviewed another book by the author: www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/arlo-and-jake-enlist Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction. Today, I am doing something new. I am introducing a client who has written over 40 books, and I am introducing a talented musician who has a popular YouTube channel. They are one and the same person. Matthew told me he was very sick during the promotion of his book, “All the Best Roads Still Lead West” in December 2020. Privately, he told me he had a very aggressive form of cancer and was concerned about how much time he had left to live. I thought he had died because I didn’t hear from him until the latter half of 2025. Kristopher has an interesting sound. His music has a gentle rhythm and a pleasant melody. The vocals are soft, also. His music is easy to listen to. Here are the cover of an album, a picture of the band, a track from the album titled “I Just Want to Do It All Again” and the picture Matthew uses on his YouTube channel below that:    You can buy his books here:
https://www.amazon.com/matthew-fish-books Here is the review and interview we had for his book, “All the Best Roads Still Lead West”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/all-the-best-roads-lead-west His author X account: https://x.com/Matthew_MFish Here is his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KristopherYoshihara His musician X account: https://x.com/Kristopher21320 His musician Facebook account: https://www.facebook.com/kristopher.yoshihara Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the musician’s music and art A Detective Riley Scott Novel Multi-volume, law enforcement forensics detective Royce Wilson introduces us to “Recreational Murder”: Some murders are for hire. Others are for fun. Tampa Detective Riley Scott thinks he's working a local homicide—until the FBI shows up with chilling news: his case is part of a nationwide killing spree. The murderer is using the dark web to take contracts on some victims… while choosing others at random, just for the thrill. When a former Tampa cop is abducted, the manhunt becomes personal. Racing against a sadistic timeline, Scott and the FBI must decipher the killer’s twisted logic before another body drops—this time, one of their own.  An amazing story! Law enforcement procedurals are becoming a favorite sub-genre for me. I already like cozy mysteries a great deal, but the procedural aspect of the story is fascinating. The grief they experience over unsolved cases is nearly palpable. Their dedication to uphold the law is quite admirable. How often do they reach a breaking point, and are the rigid boundaries flexible? This story attempts to shine some light on that issue. This book is written so well that I felt like I was looking over the detective's shoulder. No spoilers from me so I can say no more, other than read this book! I give 4.9 stars.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Recreational-Murder-Royce-Wilson-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-recreational-murder-royce-wilson You can connect with the author: https://twitter.com/royce_csi https://www.roycewilsonmysteries.com https://www.facebook.com/royce.wilson https://www.instagram.com/royce_wilson_csi Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction Multi-genre, multi-volume author Gary Henson introduces us to the first volume of five of the Adventures of Jake and Arlo, Arlo and Jake Enlist: Jake's retirement consists of beer, brats, watching beach bunnies pass by his patio deck and trading wisecracks with Arlo, his pet chameleon. OK, so it's a one-sided exchange, Jake doesn't mind. That all changes when they are conscripted into service for the Federation of Thirteen Galaxies. (Twelve actually. They lost one of the Galaxies but it's too expensive to change all the letterhead, so there you go.) Book One, 'Arlo and Jake Enlist', follows the adventures of our dippy duo as they are snapped off the beach and into service as ABSs (Able Bodied Spacemen).  Hilarious story! I laughed hard in many parts of this book. The story is very entertaining. Jake is out of his league in more ways than one. Pretty much every situation Jake finds himself in requires medical attention of one kind or another. For an old submariner, he pulls it together at crunch time. I love science fiction; it's my top, favorite genre, and this story does everything right to keep the pole position. I can't say more without revealing spoilers. Read this book! I award 4.8 stars because I am picky about certain things. You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Arlo-Jake-Enlist-adventure-begins-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-arlo-and-jake-enlist https://www.barnesandnoble.com/arlo-and-jake-gary-alan-henson You can follow the author: https://x.com/garyalanhenson http://garyalanhenson.blogspot.com https://bsky.app/profile/mrgort.bsky.social I have reviewed another book by the author: www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/auntie-renitas-galactic-motel Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction. (Plus One Book 2) by Amanda Nelson and Lisa-Marie PotterStudent Autumn Haze’s motto is: no men until she completes her bachelor of nursing degree. Years before, Autumn learned the hard way men are just a distraction she can’t afford until she’s established her career and what she wants. While moonlighting as a Plus One companion pays the bills, she struggles to follow her rules after meeting her newest contract. Pediatric Hospitalist Jensen Edwards is still recovering from a bad breakup that left him the talk of the hospital. Now he’s receiving a best doctor’s award, but after he hires Autumn as his plus one, Jensen is on edge. If word gets out that he hired a companion, rumors are bound to circulate, making work unbearable—again. Their chemistry as a fake couple is undeniable, but can a chance at a real relationship override their fear of commitment?  What a fabulous story! This second volume in the series did not disappoint in any way. It was every bit as entertaining as the first book. The roles were flipped from the first book and that made it all the more fun to read! No spoilers from me, I promise, so that limits what I can say. I found the supporting cast to be as authentic as the main characters, even the nearly silent one! Read this book, you will enjoy it, make no mistake about that. 4.9 stars from me. I am picky about certain things!  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Just-What-Doctor-Hired-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/just-what-the-doctor-hired https://www.barnesandnoble.com/just-what-the-doctor-hired and many other fine online platforms You can connect with the authors: https://www.nelsonpotter.com https://x.com/ANelsonLMPotter https://www.instagram.com/anelson.lmpotter https://www.threads.com/@anelson.lmpotter https://www.tiktok.com/@nelsonpotterduo Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the authors’ introduction Multi-genre, multi-volume author PJ Braley introduces us to her quartet of unusual love stories, “The Bookbinder's Apprentice: and other Impossible Love Stories”: What makes love “impossible”? Is it the place, time, or the people involved? Or not believing that—in every life—there exists a moment when unquenchable desires can be ignited by the casual smile of a stranger, a moment’s misjudgment, or the serendipity of being in the right place at the right time? Is it fate or fantasy?
P.J. Braley weaves the answers to these questions and scenarios into a collection of four unforgettable love stories that might be impossible, but, perhaps, after touching the hearts and minds of hopeful romantics, they may seem “possible” after all.  This quartet of unusual, romantic stories is superbly written! The author's skillful handling of the English language places her in rare company. Each story defies the normal bounds of the genre and delights me to no end. The title story is my favorite because I served as a printer's apprentice and learned a little about the ins and outs of movable type. I was startled by the conclusion of that story. I wholeheartedly give a solid, five-star rating to The Bookbinder's Apprentice. I only find such a perfectly written book once a year.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Bookbinders-Apprentice-other-Impossible-Stories-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/the-bookbinder-s-apprentice-braley https://www.barnesandnoble.com/the-bookbinders-apprentice-and-other-impossible-love-stories-braley You can connect with the author: https://x.com/PJBraley https://pjbraley.com/ www.instagram.com/pjbraley www.facebook.com/PJBraleyAuthor https://.pjbraley.bsky.social Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume author and jewelry designer, Alene Geed introduces us to her latest book, “The Creative Mind of a Jewelry Designer: Inspiration, Passion, and the Journey to Your Creative Self”: The Creative Mind of a Jewelry Designer shares the eight strategic steps to discovering your passion and taking your own creative journey. Beautiful color photos of unique jewelry pieces and of gemstones in the Gemstone Myths section make this book a visual delight. -Discover the uniqueness of being a jewelry designer -Appreciate and celebrate your creative personality -Create your own passionate life -Increase your powers of observation -Examine the source of your inspiration -Develop perspective that takes you far beyond your career -Learn strategies for personal growth -Master the eight steps to begin your own creative journey.  I expected to see pictures of beautiful, handmade jewelry, and I wasn't disappointed! What I didn't expect was a journey of discovery for the author's creative passions. I also didn't expect to be invited to discover my own passions in life. What a wonderful surprise! My thanks to the author for helping me identify some of the most important things in my life. I felt my creativity was nonexistent or very limited. I learned otherwise. Read this book and prepare yourself for a wonderful adventure!  You can buy this book:
http://www.alenesadornments.com https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Mind-Jewelry-Designer https://www.goodreads.com/-the-creative-mind-of-a-jewelry-designer You can follow the author: https://x.com/AleneJewelry http://www.alenesadornments.com https://facebook.com/alenesadornments https://www.pinterest.com/alenegeed https://www.instagram.com/alenesadornments https://www.youtube.com/alenesadornments Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume, multi-genre author Scott Patterson introduces us to “The Sasquatch Chronicles”: John sets out for a quiet hunting trip, expecting cold air, open sky, a few beers with a friend, and maybe a good story to tell. It’s a trip they’ve taken many times before. It was meant to be a simple escape. Time in the wilderness, familiar ground, and a chance to fill the freezer with meat. But deep in the forest, something ancient is watching. Something that has survived in secret and hidden from the world. A violent encounter leaves him bloodied and shaken. When John regains consciousness, he’s no longer in the world he knows. He’s being held in a secret mountain stronghold by a tribe of beings more intelligent and far more terrifying than legend ever claimed. As fear begins to shift, he questions everything he thought he knew about myth, survival, and the boundaries of his own mind. Caught between two worlds, John must walk the narrow path between survival and trust. With each day that passes, he faces a decision that could cost him his life. Fight for freedom, or become part of something far older and more powerful than he ever imagined.  Such an interesting book! I loved it. I am committed to not revealing spoilers! There is so much I want to say and can't without breaking my own rule. This is not your average cryptid story. This is in a field by itself. There are monsters in the story, but I won't be the one to tell you who they are. This book is written quite well. There is a good balance among action, dialogue and description. Read the book, you won't be sorry. I give 4.7 stars because I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sasquatch-Chronicles-Scott-Patterson-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-the-sasquatch-chronicles https://www.barnesandnoble.com/the-sasquatch-chronicles-scott-patterson You can connect with the author: https://x.com/PattersonAuth https://scottpatterson-author.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-patterson-91879931 Tags: action and adventure, cryptids, fantasy, mythical animals, Bigfoot Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the author’s introduction. Multi-volume, horror-and-science-fiction author Craig Crawford introduces us to the finale of the second season of the Project Threshold series, “Operation Rogue Weather”: Things blow out of control as an unnatural storm manifests and starts eating everything in its path. Team Berger and Riker arrive on the scene, their last communication with Talise pinpoints her at the center of the storm. They have no choice but to wade inside, hoping they can find Talise’s team and figure how to stop this force before it rolls over the Earth. Except none of them count on having to confront a dark goddess . . . Multi-volume, horror-and-science-fiction author Craig Crawford introduces us to the finale of the second season of the Project Threshold series, “Operation Rogue Weather”: Things blow out of control as an unnatural storm manifests and starts eating everything in its path. Team Berger and Riker arrive on the scene, their last communication with Talise pinpoints her at the center of the storm. They have no choice but to wade inside, hoping they can find Talise’s team and figure how to stop this force before it rolls over the Earth. Except none of them count on having to confront a dark goddess . . .  I am digging this series so much! The construction of the stories are wonderful. We get to read only the good stuff. Most of the boring and in-transit material has been left out. The character lineup changes in each story with the main characters present most of the time. Some of their discussions and reactions when faced with the weird and usually dangerous critters are quite enjoyable. I am glad they are on the job because I am not sure I could handle it. 4.9 stars because I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Project-Threshold-Operation-Rogue-Weather-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-project-threshold-operaation-rogue-weather https://www.barnesandnoble.com/project-threshold-rogue-weather You can connect with the author: https://x.com/CRAIGLCrawford https://www.facebook.com/CraigLCrawfordWriter https://craiglcrawfordbooks.com https://projectthreshold.com I reviewed the first book in the Project Threshold series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-berger I reviewed the second book in the Project Threshold series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-talise I have reviewed the third book in the Project Threshold series: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/team-riker-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed the fourth book in the Project Threshold series: “Finale”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-finale I have reviewed the fifth book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two, "Team Berger": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-season-2-team-berger I have reviewed the sixth book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two, “Team Riker”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-season-2-team-riker I reviewed the seventh book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two, “Team Talise”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-s-2-team-talise I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/the-beginners-guide-to-being-evil-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/zombunny-by-craig-crawford Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the author’s introduction. Award-winning, multi-volume, co-writing team Amanda Nelson and Lisa-Marie Potter introduce us to the first volume of their Plus One series, “Men in Books Aren’t Better”: Pressured by her looming deadline and an unfinished romance manuscript, author Molly Covington applies her immersive research skills and goes all in. She hires a male companion for inspiration during three days of research in Las Vegas. Enter sexy, confident Jared Washington—an extreme sports enthusiast and relationship skeptic who moonlights as a Plus One male companion. Molly’s contract puts him within arm’s reach of buying his own business and making his dreams come true. The chemistry between her and Jared is surprisingly easy. Before their Vegas rendezvous comes to an end, one of them will need to lay all their cards on the table to discover if they’ll be lucky in love.  These authors can WRITE! I loved this story. It is wonderfully written in alternating points of view chapters, and I enjoy that style of writing a lot. It is so intimate, and the characters come across so real. I am committed to not giving away spoilers, but I could gush about this story quite a bit. Read this book, I'm sure you won't be disappointed. 4.9 stars from me.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Men-Books-Arent-Better-Plus-One-ebook https://www.barnesandnoble.com/men-in-books-arent-better-Nelson-Potter https://www.goodreads.com/-men-in-books-aren-t-better and many other fine online platforms You can connect with the authors: https://www.nelsonpotter.com https://x.com/ANelsonLMPotter https://www.instagram.com/anelson.lmpotter https://www.threads.com/@anelson.lmpotter https://www.tiktok.com/@nelsonpotterduo Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the authors’ introduction You can buy this book: https://www.amazon.com/Men-Books-Arent-Better-Plus-One-ebook https://www.barnesandnoble.com/men-in-books-arent-better-Nelson-Potter https://www.goodreads.com/-men-in-books-aren-t-better and many other fine online platforms You can connect with the authors: https://www.nelsonpotter.com https://x.com/ANelsonLMPotter https://www.instagram.com/anelson.lmpotter https://www.threads.com/@anelson.lmpotter https://www.tiktok.com/@nelsonpotterduo Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the authors’ introduction Why You Can and Should Homeschool Your Child Speaker and podcaster Maeve Jemison introduces us to her debut book on Amazon, “Home Is Where The Truth Is”: Today’s youth have a lot going against them as they trudge onto their school campuses. Sitting in cold, hard desks they’re force-fed facts that quickly zap the joy of discovery right out of them. Next, they’re indoctrinated with progressive ideologies meant to sexualize them and incite hatred for America. The fear of a gunman kicking in their classroom door constantly looms in the back of their mind. This is the loneliest, most anxious, and depressed young generation our world has possibly ever seen. Oh, and on top of all that...they might not really be a boy or a girl. You can keep subjecting your kids to the poison, or you can bring them home to flourish. This book gives you the pro tips and encouragement to discover what millions of other parents already have: the best thing for their families is to take back control of their lives and their children’s education. So what’s stopping you? • You fear that your children won’t be adequately socialized? • You don’t have the patience, organizational skills, or time? • Homeschoolers are just weird! This book dispels those lies and fifteen others that society erroneously believes. Ahead of you awaits a family bond you never imagined possible, and the role of primary guide for your child down the path God created them for. Even though it starts in your living room, this mission will be far-reaching. At the very least, your impact will be felt down to your grandchildren’s generation. At most, to all of eternity.  This wonderful book pulls back the curtain and exposes the lies that people have spread about homeschooling! The author presents a logical case for the explosion of homeschooling in recent years. She shares her and others' experiences as she carefully deals with each misconception about homeschooling. She offers a lot of good advice and practical tips to be a successful homeschooling parent. Being flexible is key.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Home-Where-Truth-Should-Homeschool-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/home-where-truth https://www.barnesandnoble.com/home-is-where-the-truth-is-maeve-jemison You can connect with the author: https://maevejemison.com/ podcast links on her website. https://www.instagram.com/maevejemison Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume author Barry Maher introduces us to his debut fiction novel, “Legend”: This growing cult classic is now available in a new edition. It ranks with the best, most imaginative, and most inspirational novels of the genre. It has been favorably compared to Dune and The Postman (the books not the movies). The story takes place in a decaying city of the future, a city that is in the process of devouring itself. The heroes—a young man and woman—escape their rough lives on the streets only to be trapped between a parasitic government and an insane satanic netherworld. The only way for the young woman to triumph is to penetrate what cannot be penetrated. The only way for the young man to survive is to become a god. In this futuristic, post-apocalyptic novel, the author convincingly portrays one of the major elements of so-called spiritual fiction—an imaginative presentation of self-discovery amid life’s hindrances and limitations, out of time and place.  Interesting story, I enjoyed reading it. The story unfolds slowly, a fair amount of description and information is told from a first-person point of view and which affords deep intimacy with the characters and the settings. Different characters share their part in the overall plot, and there are lots of twists and turns as a result. I don't give spoilers, so I will say no more except that you will enjoy the story of life that is brutal for most people. I award 4.9 stars.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Legend-Barry-Maher-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/Legend https://www.barnesandnoble.com/legend-barry-maher You can follow the author: https://x.com/barrymaher http://www.barrymaher.com https://bsky.app/profile/barrymaher.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/barry.maher.98 tags: dystopian, future, science fiction, tyranny, oppressive government Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume, historical fiction and teen and young adult fiction author Dan L. Walker introduces us to his latest book, “The One-Man Iris Davis Fan Club”: Sam Barger returns in this Classic quest story set in the 1960s with a damsel in distress, a reluctant hero, and a journey into the unknown. Sam pursues his dream of commercial salmon fishing but soon finds his whole life turned upside down. The One-Man Iris Davis Fan Club takes Sam out of his familiar Alaska home on a mission across the West into a world he has only read about. Once more, Sam has to think on his feet and adapt to new surroundings as he tries to do the right thing.  A fabulous, coming-of-age story set in a turbulent period of American history! The author has done a wonderful job of bringing the characters to life. They are all on point and serve the plot ever so well. The activities of daily living seem so authentic to the situations Sam finds himself in. I have never run a gillnet or anything like that, but I might even survive the first day based on what I learned in the book. I give 4.9 stars to this marvelous and touching story! I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.danlwalker.com/index.html https://www.amazon.com/One-Man-Iris-Davis-Fan-Club-ebook https://www.barnesandnoble.com/the-one-man-iris-davis-fan-club-dan-l-walker https://www.goodreads.com/-the-one-man-iris-davis-fan-club You can connect with the author: https://x.com/DanWalkerAuthor https://www.danlwalker.com/index.html https://www.instagram.com/dlwalkerak/ Copyright © Mark L. Schultz 2025, except for the author’s introduction. Multi-volume, multi-genre author, Wayne Kerr introduces us to his exciting story about Formula 1 racing, “The Braking Point”: Follow two young drivers, Niki Madera and Shu Wheeler, as they compete in an adrenalin-fueled season of Formula 1 racing. Ride along as they work hard in the simulator… Adjust and fine tune the racing lines and braking points during practice sessions… Then push it to the limits in qualifying… Perform a daring dance of speed, precision and pure guts during the race… When every element comes together taste the glory of a podium finish! Off the track, things aren't any easier, as they must manage the complex dynamics with teammates, rival drivers, friendships and family. Imagine hurtling down a grandstand straight, the engine howling, with a bright red Ferrari closing the gap behind. At speeds over 300 km/h, the next corner is approaching fast. Should you apex early or late? Make the decision and choose the ideal BRAKING POINT! Multi-volume, multi-genre author, Wayne Kerr introduces us to his exciting story about Formula 1 racing, “The Braking Point”: Follow two young drivers, Niki Madera and Shu Wheeler, as they compete in an adrenalin-fueled season of Formula 1 racing. Ride along as they work hard in the simulator… Adjust and fine tune the racing lines and braking points during practice sessions… Then push it to the limits in qualifying… Perform a daring dance of speed, precision and pure guts during the race… When every element comes together taste the glory of a podium finish! Off the track, things aren't any easier, as they must manage the complex dynamics with teammates, rival drivers, friendships and family. Imagine hurtling down a grandstand straight, the engine howling, with a bright red Ferrari closing the gap behind. At speeds over 300 km/h, the next corner is approaching fast. Should you apex early or late? Make the decision and choose the ideal BRAKING POINT!  I haven't read a racing book in a long time and this was a great way to return to the driver's seat. This book definitely deserves the pole position. I love how the book is structured around each race of a Formula One season, the top level of racing. The details about the cars from the driver's position and the pit crew are fascinating. The characters, at all levels, come across very authentically. Don't get me wrong, it's not only about the race; many of the characters have lives away from the track. I won't say more to avoid spoiling the reading for you. This wonderful story gets 4.9 stars from me. I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Braking-Point-Formula-Racing-Novel-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-braking-point https://www.barnesandnoble.com/braking-point-wayne-kerr You can follow the author: https://waynekerrnovels.allauthor.com https://www.tiktok.com/@waynekerrnovels You can write Wayne: [email protected] I have reviewed other books by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/framed-black-swann-investigations-book-1-by-wayne-kerr https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/a-pinot-noir-to-die-for-a-black-swann-investigation-book-2-by-wayne-kerr https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/murder-on-the-okanagan-express-a-black-swann-investigation-book-3-by-wayne-kerr https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/-ric-a-dam-doo-the-snow-devils-by-wayne-a-d-kerr Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the author’s introduction. Multi-volume, multi-genre author Craig Crawford introduces us to the seventh book in the Project Threshold series, “Team Talise”: Mourning Milla, Talise keeps her team moving forward. Kali survived but she’s not the same and her growing power scares Kali as much as it does Talise and Bodi. They return to the northeast to take another shot at the unstoppable entity. Bodi gets in over his head and a stranger asks for help from Talise, but nothing is ever as it seems . . .  I love this book and the series! I hope Craig never runs out of inspiration for this series! This volume expands the Project Threshold universe in a wonderful way. We are getting to know more members in the organization and learning more about other members. Some even show up off-duty. One of the good things about the series is that each book and each story can stand alone yet they connect in minor ways that enrich the total experience. Sure, you can read them out of order, but there is more pleasure to be had by reading them in sequence. I don't give spoilers, so I cannot reveal any further details. Get this book, get all the books and rest assured that more are coming. 4.8 stars from me as I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Project-Threshold-Season-Two-Team-Talise-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-project-threshold-season-2-team-talise https://www.barnesandnoble.com/project-threshold-season-2-craig-crawford You can connect with the author: https://x.com/CRAIGLCrawford https://www.facebook.com/CraigLCrawfordWriter https://craiglcrawfordbooks.com https://projectthreshold.com I reviewed the first book in the Project Threshold series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-berger I reviewed the second book in the Project Threshold series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-talise I have reviewed the third book in the Project Threshold series: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/team-riker-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed the fourth book in the Project Threshold series: “Finale”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-finale I have reviewed the fifth book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two, "Team Berger": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-season-2-team-berger I have reviewed the sixth book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two, “Team Riker”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-season-2-team-riker I have reviewed the eighth book in the Project Threshold series, “Operation Rogue Weather”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/operation-rogue-weather-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/the-beginners-guide-to-being-evil-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/zombunny-by-craig-crawford Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the author’s introduction. Multi-volume, multi-genre author Grim introduces us to “Wolves Among Prey”: The third book in the Now Comes Grim series, Wolves Among Prey follows Deep, the last of his kind—a shapeshifter with the ability to heal, transform, and adapt beyond human understanding. Left for dead on a battlefield, he rises to find himself utterly alone—until he crosses paths with Rosemary, a psychic operative for the Unified Planets Intelligence. Fascinated by his abilities, she doesn’t just seek to understand him—she seeks to control him. Manipulation turns to alliance, and alliance into something far more dangerous: a family. From their union comes Gentry and Shallow, two children unlike any the galaxy has ever seen. Gentry, a prodigy of intelligence and strategy, possesses a mind that can predict and outmaneuver even the most calculated of enemies. Cold, methodical, and impossibly advanced, he doesn’t just learn—he anticipates, shaping the future before it happens. Shallow, on the other hand, is an enigma. Born with congenital insensitivity to pain, he moves through life without fear, his mind a deep well of untapped potential. But beneath his quiet exterior simmers something unpredictable, something even his mother cannot fully grasp. As war looms and the shadows of power close in, Deep and Rosemary must decide what it means to raise the next evolution of warfare. Their children are not just heirs to their abilities—they are something new entirely. And when the wolves go out among the prey, finally revealing themselves, the galaxy will never be the same. A gripping tale of survival, manipulation, and the creation of something far more powerful than war itself, Wolves Among Prey explores what happens when the last of a species refuses to die—and instead, builds a legacy.  This story is amazing! It answers so many questions in "Now Comes Grim". I love the story on multiple levels. Besides filling the knowledge gaps, it is well written. The characters are consistent in their growth and care deeply for their family members. Since they are considered bad guys, they are being pursued and must evade the government forces. Until something changes. I am committed to not giving any spoilers, so you are going to have to read the story for yourself. Only Mother could get it out of me. She is the scariest in the family. I subtract a tenth of a point because I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Wolves-Among-Prey-Comes-Grim-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-wolves-among-prey You can connect with the author: https://twitter.com/GrimCalebWilcox https://twitter.com/grimbooksllc https://www.instagram.com/grimbooksllc I have reviewed the first book in the series, Now Comes Grim here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/now-comes-grim I have reviewed the second book in the series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/whispers-of-power tags: warriors, military, action, planets, space travel, war, terrorists, spies, intelligence, traitors, Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz, except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume, multi-genre author Craig Crawford introduces us to the second book in the second season of the Project Threshold series, “Team Riker”: Hannah and McCoy lost two of their closest friends during the confrontation with the genocidal Alaskan entity and they’re not sure how to move on. Kurt and Cass bolster their ranks but Kurt struggles against his Alaskan curse. Riker continues hunting the monster that killed her parents while trying to stop an entity killing those who trespass on its domain, and they enter the most dangerous house in Alaska . . .  I am digging this series so much! The construction of the stories are wonderful. We get to read only the good stuff. Most of the boring and in-transit material has been left out. The character lineup changes in each story with the main characters present most of the time. Some of their discussions and reactions when faced with the weird and usually dangerous critters are quite enjoyable. I am glad they are on the job because I am not sure I could handle it. 4.9 stars because I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Project-Threshold-Season-Team-Riker-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-project-threshold-season-2-team-riker https://www.barnesandnoble.com/project-threshold-season-2-craig-crawford You can connect with the author: https://x.com/CRAIGLCrawford https://www.facebook.com/CraigLCrawfordWriter https://craiglcrawfordbooks.com https://projectthreshold.com I reviewed the first book in this series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-berger I reviewed the second book in the series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-talise I have reviewed the third book in this series: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/team-riker-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed the fourth book in the Project Threshold series, “Finale”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-finale I have reviewed the fifth book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two: "Team Berger": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-season-2-team-berger I have reviewed the seventh book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two: "Team Talise": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-s-2-team-talise I have reviewed the eighth book in the Project Threshold series, “Operation Rogue Weather”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/operation-rogue-weather-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/the-beginners-guide-to-being-evil-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/zombunny-by-craig-crawford Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume, multi-genre author Grim introduces us to the second volume in the Now Comes Grim series, “Whispers of Power”: Before war consumes the galaxy, before the battlefield is drenched in blood, there are the whispers—of power, of betrayal, of men willing to sacrifice everything to shape the future. In the shadow of military empires, two rising forces—Marcus Hound and Johnny Dorsea—begin their journey, not as warriors, but as boys bound by fate. Raised in a world where strategy is survival and leadership is instinct, they learn the rules of war before they ever step onto the battlefield. But war is not just fought with weapons. Behind every mission, every victory, lurk those who pull the strings—politicians, spies, and unseen forces manipulating the galaxy’s fate. When a covert directive threatens everything they believe in, Marcus and Johnny must navigate a treacherous web of loyalty and deception, where the real enemy isn’t always the one holding a gun. As battle lines blur and alliances fracture, the choices they make will define not just their future, but the fate of entire worlds. Because in war, power isn’t seized—it’s whispered into existence.  A wonderful story by itself! Even better as a prequel to Now Comes Grim. Marcus Hound is so smart! He is playing chess like a Vulcan when others are learning checkers. I found myself rooting for Marcus and Johnny over and over. I had to remind myself they are bad guys more than once. I am committed to not giving spoilers, so the writing is quite good. The characters are very human with good and bad traits. The plot is full of twists and turns. I read this so fast, maybe I should reread it. I will certainly enjoy it again. 4.9 stars because I am picky about certain things. You will love this story if you like a military angle, a little bit of spy craft, lots of sci-fi and human nature on display. Humans are so predictable most of the time.  You can buy this book: https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-of-Power-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-whispers-of-power-by-grim You can connect with the author: https://twitter.com/GrimCalebWilcox https://twitter.com/grimbooksllc https://www.instagram.com/grimbooksllc I have reviewed the first book in the series, Now Comes Grim here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/now-comes-grim tags: warriors, military, action, planets, space travel, war, terrorists, spies, intelligence, traitors, Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume, multi-genre author Craig Crawford introduces us to the first book in the second season of the Project Threshold series, “Team Berger”: Alaska changed everything. Project Threshold lost key people and is still trying to sort itself out. Berger moves up in the ranks and begins training a new leader. He crosses paths with a dangerous psychic but gets sidetracked tracking down Katie and Jessie before they disappear forever. The team goes head to head against something decapitating people in the desert, killers in the skies, and they try to stay out of the path of a vengeful ghost that will not stop . . .  This volume expands the Project Threshold universe in a wonderful way. We are getting to know more members in the organization and learning more about other members. Some even show up off-duty. One of the good things about the series is that each book and each story can stand alone yet they connect in minor ways that enrich the total experience. Sure you can read them out of order, but there is more pleasure to be had by reading them in sequence. I don't give spoilers, so I cannot reveal any further details. Get this book, get all the books and rest assured that more are coming. 4.8 stars from me because I am picky about certain things. You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Project-Threshold-Season-2-Team-Berger-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-project-threshold-season-2-team-berger www.barnesandnoble.com/project-threshold-season-2-craig-crawford You can connect with the author: https://x.com/CLCrawfordAuthr Note: this is a new account. https://www.facebook.com/CraigLCrawfordWriter https://craiglcrawfordbooks.com https://projectthreshold.com I reviewed the first book in this series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-berger I reviewed the second book in the series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-talise I have reviewed the third book in this series: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/team-riker-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed the fourth book in the Project Threshold series, “Finale”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-finale I have reviewed the sixth book in the Project Threshold series, season two, "Team Riker": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-season-2-team-riker I have reviewed the seventh book in the Project Threshold series, season two, "Team Talise": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-s-2-team-talise I have reviewed the eighth book in the Project Threshold series, “Operation Rogue Weather”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/operation-rogue-weather-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/the-beginners-guide-to-being-evil-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed another book by the author: www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/zombunny-by-craig-crawford Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction Trailer Park Travails book 11Multi-genre, multi-series, multi-volume author Mary Lu Scholl introduces us to her latest story, “Sorry Bigfoot Safari”: This is the eleventh book of the Trailer Park Travails Series. Patty Decker is a true curmudgeon. She just tries to get along writing her novels and living in polite southern society. Unfortunately, everytime someone dies unexpectedly, or disappears, she has to figure it out - she is a newcomer, you know. Beliefs can be polarizing in a small community. The subject of Big Foot comes up. Then someone mentions UFOs. Before long the park is divided. Then someone disappears. Aliens? Beasties? Pick a side and enjoy this latest book.  I love the author's books. They are funny and fun to read. Cozy mysteries are my fourth favorite genre to read and Mary Lu's writings have played a big part in the ranking. This book has a ghost, an untimely death that may or may not involve Bigfoot and UFOs! What's not to love! That's all I am saying because I am committed to not giving spoilers. Get your copy of the book, buy all of her books if you don't already own them. 4.9 stars from me because I am particular about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Sorry-Big-Foot-Safari-Travails-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-sorry-big-foot-safari You can connect with the author: https://x.com/MaryLScholl1 https://www.facebook.com/maryluschollauthor https://www.instagram.com/maryluscholl https://www.amazon.com/author/maryluscholl My review of “Rhiannon” Lady Leprechaun” is here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/rhiannon-lady-leprechaun My review of the fourth volume in the Nature Coast Calamities, “Pu’ka and the Pirates” is here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/puka-and-the-pirates My review of the second volume in the Nature Coast Calamities, “Big Foot and The Bentley” is here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/big-foot-and-the-bentley My review of the first book of the Trailer Park Travails series, “Camper Catastrophe” is here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/camper-catastrophe-by-mary-lu-scholl My review of the second book of the Trailer Park Travails series, “Mobile Mayhem” is here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/mobile-mayhem My review of the third book of the Trailer Park Travails series, “Birds, Bees and RVs” is here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/birds-bees-and-rvs-by-mary-lu-scholl My review of the fourth book of the Trailer Park Travails series, "Trailer Trauma" is here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/trailer-trauma-trailer-park-travails-book-4 My review of the ninth book of the Trailer Park Travails series, "Fatal Philandering" is here: https:/www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/fatal-philandering Tags: Florida, cozy, mystery, brother, fiction, action, UFO, UAP, cryptid Copyright © Mark L. Schultz 2025, except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume, multi-genre author Trina Jordan introduces us to her book, "IMAGINE: No War & No Corruption": Imagine no more wars: so far, at least 18 wars have occurred that ended with the loss of our husbands, brothers, fathers, nephews, and other family members who died in the name of 'power to control.' Imagine no more need for politicians: we have had numerous politicians say they will help us commoners, only later to find that they are or have become just as corrupt as their opponents. Imagine that all of the murderers and rapists were sent to a prison island 4000 miles from citizens. Imagine a treaty proposal that would unite all 7 continents.  Using personal imagery, the author describes what she thinks would be the perfect society for the entire world. I promise not to give spoilers. There is much I cannot say about this story. I am sure she has thought about this for a long time. She asks for your indulgence while you read her book and then invites you to join her in creating the perfect society. I am picky about certain things, so I give 4.9 stars to this book.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/IMAGINE-No-War-Corruption-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-imagine-no-wars You can follow the author: https://twitter.com/tjmb052010 https://trinajordanbooks.com https://www.amazon.com/trinamjordan http://www.linkedin.com/in/trinajordan I have reviewed other books by Trina: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/how-to-live-change-your-path-learn-from-my-mistakes-by-trina-jordan https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/how-to-live-to-live-is-hard-never-give-up-by-trina-jordan-mba You can visit our previous interview: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/how-to-live-to-live-is-hard-never-give-up-by-trina-jordan-mba Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction Multi-volume horror writer Craig Crawford introduces us to his latest answer to nearly every writer's question, what if, “Zombunny”: A little girl comes across the world’s softest stuffed rabbit. Frank thinks the bunny is weird as hell with its bright green fur and mouth stitched shut. His daughter Penny’s enthralled, though—and he can’t say no to that face. Then a bully at school gets bitten. Even though it couldn’t have been anyone else, Penny swears it wasn’t her … … Zombunny just wants to keep her safe. That’s all.  This is the cutest horror story I have ever read! Is there blood? Yes! Lots of blood. Is there a monster? Yes. No spoilers from me! I am not fond of gory stories but I think I have been bitten by something because I love this story. Do I look flushed? I am feeling a bit warm. I am going to lay down for a little while, take a couple of Tylenol. I am sure I'll feel better in the morning. Buy this book and read it now before anything else goes wrong.  You can buy this book: https://www.amazon.com/Zombunny-Craig-Crawford-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-zombunny https://www.barnesandnoble.com/zombunny-craig-crawford You can connect with the author: https://twitter.com/CRAIGLCrawford https://www.facebook.com/CraigLCrawfordWriter https://craiglcrawfordbooks.com https://projectthreshold.com I reviewed the first book in this series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-berger I reviewed the second book in the series here: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-team-talise I have reviewed the third book in this series: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/team-riker-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed the fourth book in the Project Threshold series, “Finale”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-finale I have reviewed the fifth book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two: "Team Berger": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/p-t-season-2-team-berger I have reviewed the sixth book in the Project Threshold series, season two, "Team Riker": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-season-2-team-riker I have reviewed the seventh book in the Project Threshold series, Season Two: "Team Talise": www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/project-threshold-s-2-team-talise I have reviewed the eighth book in the Project Threshold series, “Operation Rogue Weather”: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/operation-rogue-weather-by-craig-crawford I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/the-beginners-guide-to-being-evil-by-craig-crawford Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction Authors S. Jackson and A. Raymond introduce us to When Angels Fly: We often find ourselves daydreaming about what our futures will be like. This may be especially true if one lives in an environment most would consider less than desirable. Some are lucky to find their futures much like their childhood dreams. Others find the paths to their dreams strewn with hurdles. Growing up, Sarah dodged her mother’s blows. She often hid in her room crying about her life. Still, she believes in her future and the happiness it can bring. In their book When Angels Fly, authors S. Jackson and A. Raymond tell Sarah’s story--their stories. The authors use their journals to describe Sarah’s experiences of family dysfunction, strength, courage, faith, abuse, grief, and so much more. You’ll read how, like many, she attempts to escape from her mother’s abuse through marriage. And like many, she learns it is not a viable alternative. Then Sarah experiences a parent’s ultimate tragedy twice, the deaths of her sons, Joshua and Eli. When Angels Fly is about much more than the telling of a family’s tragedy. It is also the story of finding faith after it has wavered. Most of all, it’s a story of love lost and found.  This is a powerful and moving story! I laughed a few times, got angry more than once, cringed a lot, and my eyes got sweaty quite a few times. The medical knowledge displayed is obviously from someone who is an insider, yet it is not overwhelming. The structure of a diary or journal is a little unusual, yet it adds a framework that is ultimately helpful to the reader. I award 5 stars to When Angels Fly.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/When-Angels-Fly-S-Jackson-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-when-angels-fly https://www.amazon.co.uk/When-Angels-Fly-S-Jackson-ebook You can follow the author: https://x.com/MaryLSchmidt https://whenangelsfly.net https://www.facebook.com/mary.schmidt.50/ https://www.instagram.com/mschmidtphotography/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/-Mary-Schmidt https://www.threads.net/@mschmidtphotography https://www.deviantart.com/mschmidtartwork https://www.pinterest.com/marylschmidt/ Mary has the largest book board in the world on Pinterest. 210,161 covers as of this moment in February 2025: https://www.pinterest.com/marylschmidt/books-worth-reading/ I have reviewed another book by the author: https://www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/her-alibi Cancer, childhood cancer, oncology, faith, spirituality, Christian faith, domestic abuse, death, memoir, inspirational Copyright © 2025, 2017 Mark L Schultz except for the author's introduction Multi-volume, multi-genre author JD Edwards introduces us to the first volume of his new series, “The Scions of Faerie”: Not every hero wears a cape: Embark on an epic YA fantasy adventure as Ian Prescott confronts the demons of a haunted past and fights to free civilization from darkness and oppression. Ten years after surviving a brutal attempt on his life, Ian faces a new threat when a dark mage, Lord Turok, returns to eradicate the last remaining Scion of Faerie by sending a hellhound to finish what he started. When myths gain life, a hero is born. Ian escapes the clutches of his parent’s assassin a second time and learns that all magic comes with a price. Now, armed with Brander, his ancestor’s legendary flaming sword of Celtic myth, Ian must confront the shadows of his past while battling mythical creatures and unlocking ancient magic. As he travels to mysterious worlds where Celtic legends spring to life, Ian’s fight for justice pulls him into a high-stakes war to save his beloved aunt from eternal imprisonment and prevent an impending civil war. But to banish Lord Turok to the underworld forever, he must confront the ultimate question: how much is he willing to sacrifice? Sometimes, the price of revenge is your very soul. Will Ian sacrifice himself to avenge his parents, save his aunt, and prevent Faerie from eternal servitude to Lord Turok? Or will the Dark Lord rule the world with an army of fearsome creatures and a magical talisman bent to serve his evil desires?  I like a longer book because it gives the author a chance to develop the characters and situations. Many of the characters experience growth in different situations and the world-building is wonderful. The author has put a lot of thought and work into this series. I enjoyed it and you will also. A fabulous beginning to this YA fantasy adventure! 4.8 stars because I am picky about certain things.  You can buy this book:
https://www.amazon.com/Scions-Faerie-Chronicles-ebook https://www.goodreads.com/-the-scions-of-faerie https://www.editingleindiehouse.com/thescionsoffaerie You can follow the author: http://faerierealm.50megs.com https://www.threads.net/@twyrch https://www.instagram.com/twyrch https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdedwardsauthor https://www.facebook.com/FaerieRealms https://www.wattpad.com/user/FaerieRealms https://www.pinterest.com/twyrch https://www.tiktok.com/@faerierealms I have promoted another book by the author here: Indomitable: The Story of Eliza Harris by J. D. Edwards - Word Refiner and here: www.wordrefiner.com/book-reviews/the-phantom-seer Copyright © 2025 Mark L. Schultz except for the author’s introduction |
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