Amidst Traffic
Do you feel as if your views on a subject have changed by reading this text? After reading this book, it has made my faith in God stronger. Knowing that no matter what he is always with me and to believe in miracles a little more. We may not see the miracle or even believe it but it has happened and will keep happening.Did you find any flaws in the book? One of the few self-published books that the book club has read that is flawless. It is nice to know the author took the time to show pride in his work making sure it was flawless.
What are your concerns about this book? So many people will read and not understand the meaning and see how all the stories connect. So many people will read 3-4 stories and stop not realizing that the full meaning will only be revealed after reading the whole book.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
THE GARDEN The Unauthorized Biography of Adam and Eve
Who in this book would you most like to meet? The main characters of course, Adam and Eve. They were witty and easy to relate with despite the sci-fi elements that were added to the story. The bit of Eve's telepathic powers being ahead of Adam's did make me laugh. Do any characters grow or change during the course of the novel? I think both Adam and Eve grow in different ways. They learn to live together despite their differences and when Kane kills Able they feel grief and horror like any other parent would feel in present day.
List the characters and describe them. There are easily more than 30 characters in this book and if you find it confusing, the author has graciously included a list in the beginning so you can refer to this.
This was one my favourite reads. It was written well and the editing was polished. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Diary of a Beverly Hills Matchmaker
Top 3 things I liked about the setting in this book. The parties, award shows and the traveling.Cover. The cover fit the book's topic. It was fun and reflected Marla just as she was in the book.
What are some of the book's themes? Matchmaking, marriage and celebrities. All themes were presented in an absolute funny way.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Barbed-Wire Butterflies
If you were to talk with the author, what would you want to know? If she has plans to write another novel and what would it be about. She is a very gifted person I would love to meet. If you could rewrite the ending, would you? No, I wouldn't rewrite any of it. The ending fit.
Is the story plot or character driven?
Character driven.
Disclosure - I received a free copy of the book which did not affect my honest opinion.
The Mountain City Bronzes
Who in this book would you most like to meet? The artist, just to string him up and kill him all over again.
Do any characters grow or change during the course of the novel? I feel Kevin developed in the story as he was supposed to grow for his age. It is hard for a 10-year-old to understand a lot. But felt that he learned an important lesson.
List the characters and describe them. Kevin – 10 year old boy who plays at the jail where his father works. Chester and Lorne – two men who frequent the jail. The sculptor – only talked about in the past tense.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Sleeper's Run
Top 3 things I liked about the whole book. I liked the idea, because deep down I feel like this truly happens. Many things are kept secret from the public. If you were to talk with the author, what would you want to know? How long he worked on this book and how much research he carried out.
Make a list of facts you learned from the story. It started in Miami. Eric had been in the air force for 8 years. His father was killed by a drunk driver. He had a pilot’s license at 14. He considered Tony a true friend. James was his best friend from the service. Eric was brainwashed to kill the president. He fell in love with Trishna. Nathan picked Eric for the project. There was 6 sleepers. Trishna was in CIA. Michael was fired and prosecuted. Eric's death was faked. Experiments took place at Guantanamo Bay.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Which secondary character resonated most with you and why? Sonja, Lance's dead wife. She was dead throughout the book, but her ghost was always with Lance.Where did the story take place? Story took place in AZ.
Was it a good book? Absolutely an amazing book. Could not put it down. The plot sneaks up on you and then you just won't put this book down.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Primal
Did this book give you any new ideas about yourself? Why? I too would do everything in my power to save my family.Did you like the way the story ended? It ended just like it should have. It was the only wayher family would ever be truly safe.
What did you think was the most interesting part of the book? When Alison divided the brothers and took them out one at a time. The chase was excruciating. Running through the woods in the dark. It was rainy and muddy.
What do you think the author was trying to accomplish with this novel? Wanted to write a really good book for a wide audience. I loved it and can't wait to read more books by her.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Ghost Leopard: A Zoe & Zak Adventure (Volume 1)
If you were to talk with the author, what would you want to know? If he had actually been to India. His description is spot on and allowed me to take a trip there as well, even if it was a fictional trip. Did anyone in the book do something you did not like? The monkey man and rhino butt tried to kill them
If you were in a problem situation like one in the book, how would you have acted? I would have listened to Mukta and believed in his visions.
Was the story/characters credible? The entire book was credible where the characters were concerned. Although the story seemed a little out of this world, who knows where a child's imagination can take you?
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
An 8-track to 81 Chapters - Experience/Limited
Did you find that the cover and title represented what the story was really about? How so or how not?The cover is alright, neither good or bad. Text was a little hard to read though.
What did you think of the ending?
I wouldn't rewrite the ending. Wouldn't change a thing concerning this book. Liked it the way it was written.
Consider the ending. Did you expect it or were you surprised?
It ended as I expected, I did love the build up though.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
The Symbolon: Book 2 of The SIbylline Trilogy (Volume 2)
Is the plot well-developed? The story is well developed. You get just enough detail to keep it interesting without dragging you down with useless information.Who in this book would you most like to meet? Paolo - He's very intriguing. Good man that's rich and available.
Do any characters grow or change during the course of the novel? Paolo is portrayed, as a user and manipulator at the beginning. But in the end he was a trust worthy, loyal friend.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Daimones (Daimones Trilogy, #1)
What kind of book is this? Fiction - Aliens, Almost everyone in the world dead at the same time. What was the author's purpose or purposes in writing this book? To get people thinking, what if?
List the five major events in the story in the correct order. Thousands of dead animals. Car wrecks everywhere. Almost everyone dead. They find Laura. Dan talks with the aliens
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Untimed
What did the title have to do with the book? Everything, The whole book was based on time travel.Tell in your own words how the setting of the story made it more interesting. I really like the true history references the author made in the book. Like all the different places, the author took me in the book.
Did this book remind you of anything that has happened to you? Nothing like this has ever happened to me. Never been a time traveller. Never had to pick pocket to survive. Did make me feel grateful for what I had.
Did this book give you any new ideas about yourself? No new ideas. Did enjoy the book which surprised me because I don't usually enjoy time travel books.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Forged in Grace
3 things I liked about the book … I liked that Grace was healed on the inside. Liked her and Marly reuniting. After the fire, Grace was able to heal people.Top 3 things I liked about the whole book – The author really developed every character. Liked Grace going to Las Vegas, where no one stared at her. Like how, she made Graces mother a hoarder.
Top 3 things I liked about the main character – Grace went totally out of her comfort zone, by leaving the small town. She was strong and forgiving. She tried to use her gift, to help people.
Top 3 things I liked about the setting in this book – The glitz and glamor of Vegas. All the flashy hotels. The wedding chapels, being on every corner.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Fighting the Effects of Gravity: A Bittersweet Journey into Middle Life
Tell in your own words how the setting of the story made it more interesting. Each little story into Robinson’s life made me laugh. Did this book remind you of anything that has happened to you? The book reminded me that I am fighting gravity also. Just like Robinson, sadly gravity is winning.
Did this book give you any new ideas about yourself? I need to laugh more at myself and stop taking things seriously.
If you were in a problem situation like one in the book, how would you have acted? Robinson is fighting gravity I myself am fighting the same battle. I know everyone has had this happen, going through this, or will have this happen to them. Nice to read this from a man’s perspective.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Deadly Memories
Favourite character(s) … Saul, Jayne, Mrs. Blackstone Favourite location / setting … When Saul found Jayne in the tree and she spoke.
Favourite scene …. When Jayne told Saul, not to go.
Favourite quote … "When I look into your eyes, I see that I am known and understood as never before."
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.