Bella Jewel's "Til Death"

Title: Publisher Read

“Til Death: Part I” by Bella Jewel  

Reviewed by T’s Blogging

Good morning family, friends, and page watchers. Talk about an odd, erotic novel with the kind of sex most women would die for. Yes, my last statement is a bit cliché, but trust me when I say, Author Bella Jewel has given booklovers something bookshelves have missed.

     Jewel’s main character Katia finds herself married and in love with a man that can’t possibly love her back, because he is so emotionally out of touch. And secondly, all Katia’s husband, Marcus, can offer her is clit throbbing, highly sensational sex followed by a coldness after kissing every inch of her. Very typical of a Dom, or is it?

Til Death, is an easy read, despite the flipping back and forth from past to present, which at first will have readers’ heads spinning. However, as the story starts to untangle booklovers will easily fall into the groove of the story as well as fall in love with Katia—she is such a likable character. As for Marcus, will…, he has this closed off behavior that is oddly exciting, entertaining, as well as magnetic.

Before I give my stamp of approval on this read there’s two questions that must be asked. One, will all erotic tales piggyback off 50 Shades of Grey? And two, do all Dominates have the same dark and sinister backgrounds and demeanors? As an avid reader, I fear that the genre I’ve fallen in love with is becoming predictable.

Nonetheless, I loved this book and give “Til Death” 5 stars.

Happy Reading

T’s Blogging 

Jason Helford's "From a Killer's Mind"

Title: A Publisher’s Read

From a Killer’s Mind by Jason Helford

Reviewed by K. Royce

9/26/16

7:00 a.m.

John has a need that drives his every move. This need tells him when to eat, when to wake up and when to go “shopping”.  After one of his shopping trips, to get a middle-aged blonde woman, things begin to unravel. A passing sign triggers some repressed memories of his childhood abuse and causes John to start a break from reality.  Things continue to spiral out of John’s control when he gets home and has further dissociative blackouts. When he finally comes to, the woman is dead. And once the police are involved, John fears he will no longer be able to hide his dark side.

Jason Helford gives the reader a disturbing glance into the mind of a serial killer. The kind of story that should not be read alone at night, well honestly it doesn’t matter when its read. This story  lingers within your thoughts long after the pages have stopped turning. It is believed that matters of the psyche always leave readers examining their own consciousness. And when the author starts a story at 100 mph, not conforming to similar books within this genre which take a steady pace, hooking the reader after several chapters and some never find that sweet spot, “From a Killer’s Mind” is the opposite. This read plagues the mind and hooks readers instantaneously.

This read is for anyone that enjoys a good thrill. It is not a typical horror story where after a few chapters the plot is easily figured out. The twists continue to come from start to finish and the language of the story pulls the reader in, almost as if they are the one suffering the psychotic break. Helford’s writing style and descriptions of the crime scene are not for the faint of heart, but if that can be tolerated this book is definitely worth a read.

I give this story 5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy!

K. Royce

Zeynep Guvenc's "Homeless"

Title: A PUBLISHER’S READ!

Homeless by Zeynep Guvenc

Reviewed by K. Royce

5/28/16

4:00 p.m.

We see them every day, and yet we don’t…, the homeless. They live on streets, under bridges, in cars, and possibly inside houses. They have become part of the fabric of society; and yet, many well-to-do individuals will walk pass the dispossessed man or woman who is asking for food or money, as if they are as insignificant. And mentally, the passersby will make excuses like, “If I give that homeless man any money he would just spend it on drugs.” But could it be that the person asking for help is really homeless? Is it possible that the streets have become his or her home, the place that they have come to feel comfortable and accepted? Let’s take it a step further.  Perhaps a homeless person has a roof over their head and yet they feel displaced, such as an immigrant.

Author Zeynep Guvenc’s Homeless is an excellently written novel that examines both the homeless on the streets and the displaced living behind closed doors. This story expertly intertwines the lives of five immigrant families and each dealing with their own shortcomings; the plight of immigrants, homosexuality, drug abuse, teen pregnancy, and infidelity all linking each of the families together. As well as giving readers insight into the lives of those living on the streets of San Francisco and their hardships. Guvenc writes about the homeless individuals from the depths of her soul, as if she knows their stories personally, and her understanding creates a connection between the reader and the characters within the book.

Readers will enjoy every word. And fall in love with the author’s writing style. Each chapter has a series of vignettes that moved the story along and addressed each character’s story. Not once throughout the book was a date mentioned or when time had passed an actual amount listed, this gave the story a feeling of timelessness. Some of the chapters were written in a very post-modernist style of a character’s internal monologue; this was an excellent feature to the story as not many authors attempt to do this anymore, and yet Guvenc succeeded.

I give Homeless 5 out of 5 stars and nominate it for a Publisher’s Read.

Enjoy!

K. Royce

S. L. Saboviec's "Guarding Angel"

Title: A Publisher’s Read

“Guarding Angel” by S. L. Saboviec

Reviewed by B. Smart

3/19/16

9:07 p.m.

Guardian angel Enael’s world is shaken to the core when she meets Kaspen, a charming and mysterious angel who completely alters the way she perceives the human race. Unlike her, he empathizes with his wards, influencing them easily, and she slowly finds herself falling for him; not knowing the reason for their inescapable attraction to one another. All is well until Yasva, Kaspen’s malevolent ex-lover, renounces her place in Heaven and becomes a vengeful demon that is hell-bent on keeping the two apart. Enael has to choose between what matters to her more—the love that she has for Kaspen or her loyalty to Heaven and the humans she serves.

Author S. L. Saboviec’s novel is erotic, sensual, thrilling, and romantic. Love triangles are as old as time, but this story’s is told in an original, creative, and thought-provoking way due to its dedication to the main characters’ motivations, the supporting cast’s actions, and every individual’s choices. The relationships in the novel have catastrophic consequences for not only those involved, but the entire world. As a result, Saboviec’s captivating characters keep the reader hooked for the novel’s entirety, and her exquisitely crafted world makes one feel as if they are actually a part of the battle of good versus evil.

Guarding Angel is a satisfyingly paced, fast read with well-rounded characters and a beautifully devised plotline. There is a good balance of descriptions and dialogue which makes the story harmonious and intriguing. Featuring a courageous heroine who is willing to die for the one she loves, this novel is one that has the reader engrossed from cover to cover.

I highly recommend this to fans of the Fallen series by Lauren Kate.

This is a Publisher’s Read!

I give “Guarding Angel” 5 out of 5 stars.

Cheers,

B. Smart