Noir's "G-Spot"

Title: Juicy

“G-Spot” by Noire  

Reviewed by T’s Blogging

Good morning family, friends, and page watchers. It took me only one day to finish this book. Talk about AMAZING! Okay, so most readers will automatically draw a few similarities between The Coldest Winter Ever and G-Spot. However, in truth, the only similarities between the two novels would be the heart and soul both urban authors had while writing their books. G-Spot has this urban flare, with an erotic and sexual tension that is entangled with a storyline that will have you screaming, blushing, and praying as you become so involved.  

     Noire’s invites readers into Juicy’s life, which is filled with hardship, grief, death, loneness, drama, and the need to survive. No surprise Juicy ended up with G, Harlem’s heartless, big timing drug dealer.

       Without giving too much of the story away, I must tell you this, “Do not be like me and assume that this book is only about the sweet spot most woman crave to have touched.” Noire offers more than the obvious. This story was masterfully told and there is nothing I would change—well, except what happened to Juicy in toward the end. It was difficult getting through those last few chapters, but it was indeed sweet after reading the last page.

    Thank you Noire for giving us more than just the same ole’ predictable erotic read.

I give "G-Spot" 5 STARS!

Until next time,

T’s Blogging 

Julie James' "Just the Sexiest Man Alive"

 

Title: Blushing
“Just the Sexiest Man Alive” by Julie James

Reviewed by T’s Blogging

Good morning family, friends, and page watchers. Well, it's safe to say that for whatever reason I cannot, for the life of me, stop browsing through the erotica and romance genres. I stumbled upon Author Julie James' novel by accident. Or shall I say it was by fate? Almost immediately, I fell in love with the main character, Taylor Donovan. And could not put this book down. I found myself blushing, giggling, and yelling as Taylor, briefly relocates to L.A. to work on huge case, and finds herself in a mess of all sorts. So, what happened?

Without giving too much of the story away here's a quick recap. Taylor is forced to work with a cocky, gorgeous actor, by default I must add, by the name is Jason Andrews. With women practically losing their minds whenever Jason is seen, he'd developed the idea that he's this irresistible god sent man. And that all women desire to be with him, which includes the head strong Taylor Donovan. As the story unravels readers learn that an issue from Taylor's past, along with Jason's enormous ego and whorish tendencies, keeps her from entertaining the idea of dating a man like him. However, as many of us know, sometimes we ignore all the ringing alarms and find ourselves dating a guy that totally goes against our better judgement. And guess what readers? Taylor is no different. 

Honestly, this was a really great read. For you book lovers that enjoy romance novels without the explicit scenes, this book is for you. This conservatively written novel is charming.

I give "Just the Sexiest Man Alive" 4 1/2 stars.  

Jennifer Malone Wright's "Keeper vs. Reaper

Title: Caught Off Guard
Keeper vs. Reaper by Jennifer Malone Wright

Reviewed by: T's Blogging
2017

Good morning family, friends, and page watchers. I have a new series you must get your hands onto. Of course, there's one major flaw, which I must disclose to you before I give this novel countless accolades. I was distraught when I flipped to the last page or listened to the last track on the CD, only to find that there's a book two but was unable to find the audio version. Talk about being bummed! When you're sitting behind a desk for hours keying information, and the one thing I have to look forward to is getting lost in a world unlike none other. Let's just say the rest of my day didn't go as planned.
     Jennifer Malone Wright's, "Keeper vs. Reaper" offers readers a new world. So what's the story about? Well..., there's this family that's responsible for protecting the souls of those roaming inside the graveyard. And the reapers--I'm sure you can imagine who and what they are. The main character, Lucy, discovers something about herself that changes her life, but what does that mean? Unfortunately, you will have to read the book to find out. However, what I can tell you is this, Wright has brought something worth reading and she has gained a new fan, me.
     Coming from a large family with overprotective siblings, Lucy finds herself attempting to prove that she is ready for the responsibility of keeping the graveyard souls safe. Yet, when all hell breaks loose and Lucy becomes involved with the enemy, things get dicey.

An engrossing, compelling read that deserves more than five stars. Written with a new flare offering something fresh to the world of books that readers desire and crave.

I give "Keeper vs. Reaper" 5 Stars and can't wait to sink my mind into book two.

Happy reading folks.

-T's Blogging  

Rhonda Bowen's "Man Enough For Me"

Title: Not My Cup Of Tea
Man Enough For Me by Rhonda Bowen

Reviewed by: T's Blogging
2017

Good morning family, friends, and page watchers. I have to share this one with you. Before I go spilling the beans, can I please come clean about something? Okay, here I go. I sent my cousin, who shall remain nameless, to the library to get a few books, and I specifically told her, "Please do not bring me back any baby momma drama novels," which I am ashamed to admit I used to associate with books from the African American genre. Now, before you go bashing me, I can admit when I'm wrong. And I can even admit that my stereotypical views needed major reprogramming. However, I refuse to lie, it was hard for me to even attempt to read this book until it somehow found it's way in my lap. So what changed? Let me tell you.
     Rhonda Bowen's main character, Jules Jackson is a single, well-put-together woman that is an over-thinker and as one of the most overbearing, up in your business, always has something negative to say mother. And while Jules' mother makes it very clear how disappointed she is about Jules' life and career choice, Jules also struggles with daddy issues. Unknowingly, Jules upbringing plays a big role in her focusing on work and staying as far as she can from any man that rings any warning/proceed with caution alarms. However, there's always that one guy that can slip right between the walls that a woman barricades her heart inside. And in this story that man's name is Germaine Williams.
     To refrain from giving you all the details let me just say, Germaine catches Jules' eye and before you know it, the wall around Jules' heart is down and she is intoxicated by like, lust, and maybe even love. But, in every relationship, or so it seems, something happens and destroys the bliss. Now, the questions that kept nudging me to read more were: will Jules' past issues with trust resurface, causing her to create an issue between her and Germaine? Or is the smooth talking guy really a wolf in sheep's clothing? And guess what? The answers to these questions are awaiting book lovers in this Christian base novel, that is enriched with wholesome and religious metaphors that's good for the soul.
     Although this book taught me that I cannot judge a book by the genre, I have to admit the story does lack in the character and reader connection. I can definitely relate to Jules' issues with trust. However, at times her emotions read forced. For example, if Jules were a real person, and we were friends, I would view her as fake--someone that can turn on and off her emotions at any given time. It is as if the main character's emotions were only surface. Perhaps my feeling stem from the fast pace of the novel, but that may be a stretch.
     Nonetheless, I enjoyed this read. And honestly, I would read more books written by Author Rhonda Bowen.

I give this read 3.75 stars

Until next week.

T's Blogging    

Philip Benz's "The GreenSeed Conspiracy"

Title: Hot Shots and Gun Shots

“The GreenSeed Conspiracy” by Philip Benz

Reviewed by B. Smart

6/13/16

1:36 p.m.

Duncan Stone is the perfect soldier. He’s a straight shooter and a team player—one of the good guys. Stone works for the government and does everything he’s told—until one day when he fails a critical mission which results in him getting stuck with guard duty at an old warehouse. Later, he’s given the chance to prove himself in order to get back in the ring. However, after discovering the unscrupulousness of the side he’s on, Stone decides to go up against the one body he swore he’d protect. The GreenSeed Conspiracy is about one man’s uphill battle against a powerful, corrupt government that negotiates with ruthless gangs to fight terrorism at any cost.

Author Philip Benz makes the reader feel as though they are a part of a real live action movie; his prose is gripping, visceral, and tantalizing. The novel has an exceptional storyline and fascinating characters that struggle with obeying morally questionable orders from their superiors and listening to what their guts tell them. Benz makes the reader question the lengths the characters go to complete their missions and follow commands, leaving the reader to imagine real-world implications. The novel suggests that choosing between one’s country and one’s principles is never an easy or a simple choice.

The GreenSeed Conspiracy, while engaging and stimulating, weakens in momentum near the second half. It has a lot of potential, but loses the reader due to the excessive third person point of view jumping. As a result, the reader forgoes attachment to several key characters and is indifferent to their respective fates. Furthermore, the novel is over loaded with military jargon and exhaustive detail about the weapons used which may be unappealing to some readers. Horrifyingly grisly at some points and extremely explicit, this novel is not for the faint of heart.

Nevertheless, it’s an enjoyable read with an interesting enough plot. Fans of The Running Man or Brave New World will love this novel.

I give “The GreenSeed Conspiracy” 3 out of 5 stars.

Cheers,

B. Smart

Lindsay Edmunds' "New Sun Rising"

Title: Another “Girl on Fire”

New Sun Rising: Ten Stories by Lindsay Edmunds

Reviewed by S. Davis

October 28, 2015

11:00 p.m.

New Sun Rising: Ten Stories by Lindsay Edmunds is not your typical dystopian novel. The novel follows Kedzie Greer, a sixteen-year-old girl who is sick of living in her hometown and leaves in search of adventure. Along the way, she sparks a movement that causes the people living in this futuristic, dystopian society, to finally think for themselves. However, each of the ten chapters is comprised of different voices telling Kedzie’s story.

The novel is set in a world run entirely by the Networld, which is basically the Internet on speed. People are governed by machines rather than people. However, Kedzie’s hometown of Stillwater is perceived as backward; namely, the inhabitants grow their own food rather than eating the processed food the government puts out, hold town meetings democracy-style, and appreciate things such as art, music, and beauty. For someone who has never read author Lindsay Edmunds’s previous novels, the concept of this future world was hard to grasp.

Edmunds does something unique in that she uses an extremely different voice in each of her chapters to tell Kedzie’s story, which is an interesting and brave thing to do. Edmunds is able to distinguish one character from the next simply by their voices, which is no easy feat. However, this took away from the meat of Kedzie’s story because the reader never really knows exactly what Kedzie was fighting for and arguing against. Rather, the reader receives how others perceive Kedzie and how they feel about her beliefs. In this area, the novel is lacking because readers thirst to know more about Kedzie as a character and the movement she was involved in.

The first half of the novel was slow compared to the last half, in which events happened rather quickly. And at the conclusion, the reader is left unsatisfied because it is clear that Edmunds has a sequel in mind. It will be interesting to see the next chapter in Kedzie’s life and how Edmunds presents her to the audience next time.

I give New Sun Rising: Ten Stories 4 out of 5 stars!

                                               

Until next time,

S. Davis 

Jason Parent's "Seeing Evil"

Title: What is in Your Future?

Seeing Evil by Jason Parent

Reviewed by K. Royce

9/27/15

7:00 p.m.

How do you stop a crime that has not been committed? That is the issue for Detective Samantha Reilly when she receives information about a murder that has not happened; especially when that information comes from high school freshman, Michael.

Seeing Evil is a suspense thriller that will keep you turning every page. After a traumatic event, author Jason Parent’s main character, Michael, awakens with a strange new talent. The teen’s new ability enables him to assist Samantha in solve a missing person’s case. He is deeper into darkness when a shy and abused girl, Tess Masterson, asks him to look into her future. What he sees sends him right to Samantha. Together Samantha and Michael will try to prevent one murder. Meanwhile, Michael tries to save the woman that had rescued him.

You will be drawn into the struggle that Samantha faces between serving her community as a detective and fighting to stay alive. In addition, Michael is a character that most can relate to, the severely misunderstood kid who just wants to make it through high school. This well-written book is a quick read, seeing, as you do not want to set it down. It is perfect for a cold day with some hot cocoa.

I give Seeing Evil 5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy!

K. Royce

Peter Bailey's "Walk in the Flesh"

Title: Nanobots Gone Wild

Walk in the Flesh by Peter Bailey

Reviewed by S. Davis

September 29, 2015

4:00 p.m.

Walk in the Flesh by Peter Bailey is a science-fiction/action thriller that will keep the reader on the edge of their seat throughout the duration of the novel. The book follows Neil, a troubled, ex-military man who has become the government’s secret weapon in order to carry out tasks that no individual could do. The very essence of Neil’s being has been “imprinted” into nanobots, which are then planted into the minds of different individuals to carry out specific tasks. However, once these tasks start to go awry, people on the outside of the government start to notice, including an Iranian pathologist named Ariana.

The novel centers on a futuristic World War III that begins with the bombing of London. The reader goes along with Neil as he carries out top-secret missions in various bodies, or “hosts,” in order to help his country win the war.

Bailey keeps the reader hooked right from page one and keeps the pages turning all the way until the end. One never knows what will happen next in the novel, as is proven by the ending which is left open for a possible sequel to the book. This read is not lacking in the action or graphic descriptions departments. Bailey offers the reader his specific visions of all of the gory details so that the reader can easily step into the story. Bailey also did not disappoint with medical and technical terminology throughout the novel, which pushes Walk in the Flesh into a higher intellectual category of science-fiction. It reminds the reader of old books and movies in which the impossible has become reality.

There were, however, many technical errors. The story itself was good, but it was shadowed by the mistakes.   

I would give Walk in the Flesh 3 ½ out of 5 stars.

Until next time,

S. Davis  

Erin Moynahan by Brian George

Title: Publisher’s Read

Erin Moynahan by Brian George

Reviewed by T’s Blogging

09/17/15

10:07 a.m.

Death is quickly approaching and there's nothing anyone can do, but for whatever reason Erin's parents, refuses to allow the disease to kill her. With no other choice but to try an experimental drug on their child something spectacular takes place, and the young girl will never be the same. 

From the very beginning of this YA novel, readers will become absorbed in a tale that evolves into an action-pack read. Author Brian George starts the story out by taking readers on a sentimental journey, allowing them to witness a dying child at the sea of death who eventually matures into a raging killing machine. Talk about a twisting plot. In the beginning readers are shown the importance of life, only to be taught the need to survive by any means necessary even if that involves taking the lives of others. But the question avid readers and booklovers want answered: Is this book worth your time reading or your money?

Hands down…, this is a phenomenal book. While at times the story and certain scenes read rushed, George makes up for the shortcoming by telling a story that allows readers to become emotionally and imaginatively invested. This is indeed a #mustread.

I give Erin Moynahan 5 out of 5 stars and rate this a Publisher's Read.

Happy Reading,

T’s Blogging 

George Bernstein's "Death's Angel"

Title: Go with your gut!

Death’s Angel: A Detective Al Warner Suspense by George A Bernstein

Reviewed by T’s Blogging

June 15, 2015

12:28 p.m.

We know who is doing it, but why is Angie Dedios having sex with these beautiful women and then killing them? This one question will plague readers as they become submerged in George A. Bernstein’s suspense read, “Death’s Angel.” A novel that will have you craving to uncover the mystery as well as wondering if this is a mystical read, or perhaps this Angie character is a complete lunatic? On the other hand, the question all readers are really dying to know, “Is this book worth their time?”

As an overworked detective, Al Warner, who is being haunted by the demons from his previous case, attempts to catch the town’s newest serial killer. Readers will become just as frustrated as the detective is as he along with his colleagues attempt to catch the murder. However, the most frustrating issues surrounding this entire case as well as this book, might just be how dismissive the police are when they continually overlooked one essential link. Then there are the women who refused to listen to their gut instincts. And lastly, Bernestin gives the reader so much insight that they will find themselves yelling at the characters as they read.

Suspense lovers will eat away at this book and beg for more. And at the end, they will learn that what they thought was predictable turns out to be so much more. With the countless twist and turns Bernstein keeps readers on their toes as they attempt to uncover, who is killing these women? Talk about a book that pulls at your emotions. Better yet, tell the world that Bernstein has the next must read.

Although this is a great read there were a few hang ups such as: the missing punctuation and the use of incorrect words. But in truth, those minor issues do not take away from this story at all. This is indeed a must read. 

I give Death’s Angel 5 out of 5 stars!

Happy reading,

T’s Blogging