WITCHES OF ARMOUR HILL - ALYSSA COOPER

Margaret May Reis knows how strange she is; people have been telling her for years. At sixteen years old, though, Maggie begins to realize that strangeness is only half the story. Maggie isn’t just strange – she’s a witch. Sent to live with a cousin she’s never met, in a city she doesn't remember, Maggie is sure that life as she knows it is over. It doesn't take her long to learn that Peterborough is not at all what it seems. Her first week in the city, Maggie meets a stray cat named Elowen, who seems to appear out of thin air, and a strange girl named Rhosyn, who introduces her to a coven of witches, and assures her that life will never be the same. The newest member of an ancient coven, Maggie discovers new friends, new powers, and a new lease on life. As she works with her young sisters to hone their magical skills, they stumble across the coven’s darkest secret, one that their governing council has kept hidden for over a century. Caught up in a conspiracy that began with the very first generations of witches, Maggie and her friends tumble down the rabbit hole, reaching blindly for the truth. It will take three young witches to uncover the secrets that their Matriarch left behind over a century before.-Book synopsis By Alyssa Cooper Book Author

Maggie is 16 and has been bouncing around from house to house ever since her family died  when she was young but she never seemed to stay at a relative's house for long. When she ends up with Sandra her great cousin and meets a girl named Rhosyn who she quickly becomes friends with. Soon she finds out a magical secret about herself and why accidents always seems to happen to her.

Maggie always wondered why strange things happened to her and when she meets Rhosyn things start to make sense as she's introduced to Amelia, one of the three leaders of a group called the Coven, a group of witches. When Maggie starts having dreams about her sister and no one seems to be giving her a straight answer on her or seems to be hiding something from her she finds herself in a mystery and an adventure that leads to disastrous consequences.

I loved the sense of adventure and mystery, it was a page turner and always seemed to keep my attention. The characters developed well as did the plot and each character contributed something to the story. In some cases i connected with a character i don't think i could completely see myself in, which shows me a different perspective. While at some times the book seemed too slow I was happy that it continued the plot without getting too much into a meaningless sub plot. My favorite character was Rhosyn, I loved her laid back attitude and how she wasn't afraid to express herself if someone ticked her off or she didn't like them. I loved the storyline and how the author wrote the characters and moved along the plot I also enjoyed learning about her history and seeing where the book took the main character next and how she handled it. The ending made me sad but left room for a sequel.

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SPIRIT OF THE HIGHWAY- Deborah Swift

Ralph Chaplin has fallen for beautiful copper-haired Kate. There is only one problem - he is a Roundhead soldier, and she is a Royalist Lady.
It is 1651, and for the last ten years England has been ripped apart by a bitter civil war. Ralph and Kate are on opposing sides, but Ralph wants to build a new England, one of peace and plenty. He volunteers to fight at the Battle at Worcester, thinking it will finish the bloodshed for good.
But the Roundheads are not the heroes he imagined, and soon Ralph has made a deadly enemy; one who will pursue him to wreak vengeance.
Worse, Ralph's radical beliefs in freedom for all have made him just as many enemies at home, as he has on the battlefield. Ralph finds himself on the run, forced to eke a living as a highwayman.
And then his avenger arrives. The one who seeks to kill those he loves most.
Can Ralph save Kate? Book synopsis By Deborah Swift Book Author

 I hate writing mean reviews however when I come across a book that just doesn’t speak to me I want to be honest but also nice. All the reviews are in my opinion and while it does seem harsh at times I am sure that there is a certain type of audience for each type of book.

However  I’m afraid I’m not a part of the audience for Spirit of the Highway. Honestly, I lost interest within the first chapter. I tried to push through it but it didn’t seem to work for me. However, I am positive though that there will be people who enjoy this book. I encourage you to try it for yourself and see if you enjoy it. I want to thank the author for sending me this book in an exchange for an honest review.

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Wonderland

Wonderland

Robert McKay

If the title of this book sounds familiar, it is. Wonderland is the story of Alice and the Looking Glass with a twist. A superbly science-fiction otherworldly twist. In McKay’s take on the classic Alice story, Alice is more than the humble Lewis Carroll version, she is a feisty 13 year old who seeks adventure and the life of a pirate. Her mother isn’t supportive of her daughter’s dream and this begins the adventure of Alice in an intergalactic setting.

Don’t be expecting a talking white rabbit in this story! In this adaptation, the White Rabbit is a pirate ship/creature that speaks, and is, of course, late for a very important date. The Cheshire cat is a cat-man, Tweedle-Dee and his brother Tweedle-Dum are characters that you might expect to meet on South Beach pumping iron and showing off their muscles. So if you are expecting a Disney cartoon type tale, forget it. This retelling brings new life to some characters we thought we knew.

It was nice to read a book where each and every character added to the overall story and plot movement. The characters were memorable and each one we remember from the Carroll novel, Disney film or other version has an integral part to play in Alice’s adventure. Even if you have never read the original or seen the Disney movie, this is a book you will enjoy reading. I even liked the evil Queen! What a solid and lovingly evil character she is!

All in all I enjoyed the plot, the story and characters, I found it intriguing the way he changed the feel and look of the story.

Ambrosia Chronicles

Ambrosia Chronicles

By K.C.Simos  

Genre YA Fiction/Fanasty

Books 1-3 The Discovery,The Initiation,The Curse

Law student Alex is pretty normal as the average girl goes. After the worries of exams are over she runs into her crush from high school, Ian. After an encounter with some brutal strangers she is trusted with the great responsibility of keeping a powerful lock safe until she reaches the final destination. Along the way, she gets to know her former high school teacher and her professors’ younger brother. She came to some shocking realizations about the world she lives in. Sudden betrayal, action and adventure lurk around every corner in the series drama and romance also make an appearance.

My Thoughts.

Alex is a nice girl who is definitely relatable. The story seemed to move along nicely and had just enough information about the characters and didn't over-do it with descriptions about what they were wearing. The book included unexpected twists and a bit of violence. I didn't want to stop reading, it blended perfectly, and the plot was well thought out. The books didn't go off topic like similar stories or throw too much at me so I didn't know what was going on. The characters progressed wonderfully they all became different and definitely grew in their own way.

I felt a little bit of disappointment when I read about her having multiple powers. I  hoped this wouldn’t turn into a (oh she's so powerful overnight thing) but instead showed her struggles with getting along with certain people and with handling her powers. I loved the shocking revelations and the sad ending it was a wonderful way to complete the series. As more characters were introduced i found myself liking them and enjoying what they brought none felt unneeded to the story they all seemed to go well together.

This story is best suited for ages 13 and up (any younger have parent read it and see if its’ alright for you to read.)

Book 1: 252 pages

Book 2: 266 pages

Book 3: 233 pages

Total: 751 pages

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(Interview will be up soon!)

Title: Talent

Author: B. Lynn Goodwin

Genre: YA

Publisher: Eternal Press

Publication Date: November 1 2015

Paperback:  284 pages (also available in ebook format)

Synopsis:

Fifteen-and-half-year-old Sandee Mason wants to find her talent, get her driver's license, and stop

living in the shadow of her big brother, Bri, who disappeared while serving in Afghanistan.

She discovers that real life doesn’t have a script as she deals with loss, the manipulation of Bri’s

best friend, her burning ambition to find her talent and figure out what happened to Bri, and

unexpected bits of joy that pop up when she least expects them.

About the Author:

B. Lynn Goodwin is the owner of Writer Advice, http://www. writeradvice.com, and the author of

You Want Me to Do WHAT? Journaling for Caregivers. She’s been published in local and regional

newspapers, plus numerous magazines, anthologies, and online journals. A former drama and

English teacher, she now conducts writing workshops, writes book reviews, edits, coaches writers,

and is currently working on a second book about Sandee Mason’s adventures and a memoir about

getting married for the first time at age 62 to a two-time widower who she met

on…gulp…Craigslist. She lives with her husband, Richard, and her dog, Eddie McPuppers, in

Northern California.

Author's Websites:                

B. Lynn Goodwin’s website:

http://www.writeradvice.com/

http://blynngoodwin.com

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/blynn.goodwin

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lgood67334

Book Blast

The Edge Of Nowhere by C.H. Armstrong is being released today! I have included links to the book and the Authors Synopsis.

Book Links
http://charmstrongbooks.com/
Book Trailer
Barnes and Noble
Itunes
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AUTHOR’S SYNOPSIS

Victoria Hastings Harrison Greene knows her family despises her.  She’s even heard her grandchildren snigger behind her back about the “Immaculate Conception of David” – her fifth child, conceived between husbands.  But Victoria refuses to die before revealing the secrets she’s held locked away for more than 50 years; the secrets only whispered about in family folklore that has made her the feared matriarch of her family.

Widowed with nine children, Victoria will do anything to provide for her children – even murder, and without remorse.  Each day brings greater challenges:  poverty, homelessness, death, starvation, degradation and disease.  Some challenges will require despicable acts to overcome. But at what cost?  Can her family understand the decisions she’s made to secure their futures?

Storm Of Fury

Storm of Fury

Written by Andrew Wood

Genre Fantasy

The story began with a hook luring the reader in along with information about what was going on while moving on the story which is good because a book that stops and just spills information without keeping the plot going makes it boring in some parts. The main character Kaven is an interesting person after flunking school he moved on to the  army.  While on leave for a few days he gets sent away on a mission to deliver a message. At least, that is what he thinks he's doing.  Kaven along with three others are sent into the Storm of Fury a storm created by their God as a punishment. During this mission, they go through trials and learn things they never even thought would be possible.

My Thoughts

I really enjoyed this book it took me off to another place and made me care for these characters the plot was well thought out and the character development was great! You can definitely see that they all have something to bring to the table and it definitely made this story amazing! I loved how the story unraveled also the way it made almost everything not what it  seemed to be. while being descriptive it made me feel like I was in the story!  I was sad and amazed by the end of this book, it is definitely a worthy read for all fantasy readers!

Age I would say 13and up however if younger readers would like to try it have your parents read it first!

It is a 525-page book

Fantasy and Fiction lovers would enjoy this book! Although I would encourage all readers to try this book!

https://www.inkshares.com/projects/storm-of-fury