The Coward of Grimsby by Eric Daniel Ryan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Aristocrat Braddock gets sucked in by the Tale of the sunken and forgotten Spanish gold, told to him by fisherman DuFont. Striking out to find this ship and gold becomes Braddock’s newest mission. Countless tragedies befall him and the crew along the way, but only he makes it back. Will he be able to convince others if his innocence?
Short, yet full of adventure, this was certainly a good book to read. The story was compelling and interesting and not anything I have read before. The pacing was quick and the plot sound. Great conclusion in the end.


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Secluded: A paranormal romance by Petra Abernathy
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A tale of a young lady who is a part of a network of priestesses under the control of greedy lords with an iron grip. In her escape she learns about the history of her kind, other magical creatures and her own heritage, all the while attempting to stay out of the lords hands.
Greta was a good main character in that she had enough independence, curiosity and willpower to buck the system. She places her trust in 4 magical men who end up loving her dearly. There is a cliffhanger at the end. Well written and easy to follow along.
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The Dancing Alphabet Letters: Literacy on the Move: Book 4 by Arlene N Cohen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The quest to teach our kids to read can be pretty stressful, especially when the children feel like it becomes a chore. One thing that this author really brought forward, is the variety of ways that learning can be incorporated into play, and in this book specifically movement of dance and more. There are too many examples to list here, but the illustrations make this a easy book to follow, even those of us with two left feet. I think that this is a great book to add to any family’s library.

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The Robot and Automation Almanac - 2022: The Futurist Institute by Jason Schenker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

For years the effects of Automation have been studied, however, this book brings us thoughts in the form of essays by leading thinkers in the industry who share their knowledge and can give their opinions on what will be “big” in the upcoming year.
I found this to be very interesting. The topic is always welcome, and the people who head up the different essays were well versed in their respective fields. I think that this will be an interesting book to revisit and see how much of it truly came to be.


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Simon Says by William Poe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Simon is a troubled man who has a dark past. This is the first of a series of books that chronicle his journey of self-discovery. Showcasing his ups and especially his downs, his flirting with many types of drugs and his self-destructive behavior, as he attempts to deal with his emotional trauma from his years with the Unification Church.
This was a deep book; it is not lighthearted as it shouldn’t be. The topic of self-identity and the issues this can cause you is handled very well. I highly recommend getting all three books in this series.


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Northwoods Pulp Reloaded by T.K. O'Neill
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3 short stories are here to thrill you in this book. Drug use, gambling, money laundering, bank robbing, you name it, the author has put it in here. The characters are loud and out there, some more than others, but the stories here certainly bring a good time and exciting venues that will leave you feeling the adrenaline rush of bad deeds.
Good writing and a compelling plot in each of the stories makes this an enjoyable book. Action crime and bad guys are all here, and the bad guys are the main characters.


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A FALL IN PARIS: It’s never too late for a good girl to turn a little naughty by J.D. Siders
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

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A Fall in Paris - Siders ($2.99)
Janette flees to Paris from her overbearing Mother in Boston, and she stumbles into down on his luck Gerard. He sees it as a way to distract him from his miseries that are soon coming to collect and the two begin a whirlwind romance, full of deceit, gambling, broken trust and lust.
The two are quite a pair, they both feed off of each other’s vice’s and Gerard opens Jannette’s world to the darker sides of life. The writing was a little clunky, some of the phrases used by Gerard made me laugh out loud. The writing

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Love in the Time of Wormholes by Jess K. Hardy
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Sunny is a Hospitality hostess on board the ship and she ensures that every customer there has the most splendid time they can. She fixes any problems and works with her team to create unforgettable adventures in space. When a new team member turns out to be a one night stand from her past, Sunny is off balance and unsure.
I didn't like Sunny, she was so hung up on Freddie that she did not come across as a capable Hostess with this amazing reputation. I also found her a bit to petulant as a character, I truly enjoyed Freddie more. The races and Sci-Fi portions were interesting and did work to flesh out the story. I received an ARC and voluntarily decided to leave a review.

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So We Lie by Willow Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What do you do, when you find evidence that a convicted killer wasn’t actually the killer? With one still on the loose, FBI agent Eva Thomas isn’t believed when she informs her superiors, and she struggles to find support when she sets out to go after the true killer of mom Arlene Wood.
I loved that Eva was so dogged in the face of adversity and that she was able to show her balance of work and private life. Not many books out there have heroines who are mothers, so this was a welcome change, and the author made a good choice of characters.


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Dead Luck by Don Heywood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Local Detective is clearing out the evidence of a bad case when he stumbles upon the journal of the 10-year-old victim. The boy’s entries read as a fantasy story at first but as the Detective reads on, he discovers unsettling connections to other places and events, and this prompts him to question everything he has ever believed in. From horrific murders to the mystery surrounding it all, this book will take you on twists and turns of the plot in an attempt to keep you guessing at the true motives of everyone involved. A detailed story, well written and great for losing yourself in for hours!

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The Pebble Champion by Alan David Pritchard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Christopher loses his mom, and the event proves to be very traumatic for him. While the people surrounding him wish him well and try to help, he truly only feels some semblance of peace when he skips stones across the lake. This sets up a hauntingly beautiful story about loss, grief, acceptance, and newfound love.
While this book is very emotional, it is so very well written that you will not even notice the pages flying by until you reach the end. I think this will be one of those books that stick with me for a while.


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Double Down by C J AXLEROD
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Hollywood actor is the unfortunate victim of an attack and his life is forever changed. Alex, even though he hires a team of security to protect him, learns through more events, that he can truly only ever rely upon himself and he needs to take things into his own hands if he wants to survive what’s coming. The use of a body double is used often in literature and in movies, but the author has brought the concept to life in his vivid description of scenes. You can almost hear the creepy music being piped in as Alex is facing off with Aaron. A great book!

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American Conspiracy by M.J. Polelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The president-elect is dead, and the blame falls squarely on the shoulders of detective Murphy. Murphy is determined to restore his good name and sets off into the investigation of murders and disappearances. This investigation leads him to stumble upon a plot against the new president elect and Murphy sees his moment to save them all and shine. This story was fast paced and Murphy was a really likeable character. His name sort of foreshadows how everything keeps happening to him and I felt really bad. I loved his doggedness and his courage to stay the course. Overall a great thriller to read and

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Once Upon a Murderous Delusion by A.G. Russo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A small town in New England is not the place where you might think to find a string of gruesome murders, but here we are. The term serial killer bandied about and the local police are at their wits end even as they cling to their pride and resist calls for the FBI to come. Is the killer linked to the local psychiatrist hospital? Or something even more sinister? This book, a thriller with hair pin turns of the plot was really intriguing and well done. I liked Val and her resilience in the face of adversity. A great book!

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Who Cares? A Guided Self-Help & Devotional Journal for the Seasons of Life by Dr. Melita J. Murray-Carney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Navigating the mountains that life throws at us is hard to do, and sometimes we simply need a helping hand. In here the Author showcases her years of experience working with those in need by giving us discussion prompts, affirmations and short anecdotes, meant to showcase the spirit of the human soul. The book has Christian undertones as seen in many of the affirmations, though even someone of a different faith, or no faith can still use the book and get some good thoughts form it.

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The Andean Cross: A Novel by Lawrence Clayton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A tale for the ages, this book plays on the idea of what if. What if the Americas weren’t discovered by the Spanish (or Vikings, or other culture), but rather by Jesus and his Apostles, shipwrecks, months at sea, traversing rough country sides all the while, exploring the ideas and teachings of Christianity which make this book feel richer and more fulfilling than most.
This was an interesting book and it was intriguing, while I do not subscribe to the authors beliefs, I viewed this as an entertaining piece of fiction and enjoyed the story.


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Broken Promises: How Insurers Put Profits Over Promises by David Skipton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Insurance Industry wants your money, but they do not want to pay you when you need it most. This much is known, how do you avoid this and how can you ensure you are not taken advantage of by your Insurance company?
This book had really good information on how to understand the claims process, the codes they use and even what to look for that can be red flags for you later on. This book is very important for people to read so they can keep their hard earned cash!


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A Time for Reckoning by Neil Turner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tony Valenti takes on the case of Grazyna Zaluski. Her hopefully soon Ex-Husband owns pretty much everyone she needs to be impartial in order to gain a fair divorce. Forced into a corner, deportation and more is on the table is Tony cannot protect this young woman.
A thrilling novel, that takes us on a look at the immigration courts and how some Americans’ take advantage of vulnerable immigrants. Toni is another powerhouse in this book, bringing justice to his cases against all odds.

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How I Found My Superpowers: An Introduction to the Spirit World by Katharine Branham
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book is a memoir of the author’s life as a Physic. She details the rise of her powers, how she “channels” different energies, how she receives warnings in advance of events and how she uses this information to help her clients. She also goes into some detail in regard to the Psychic telephone industry and certain practices she disagrees with.
I was more interested in the industry information section of this book, than in anything else. It read like a friend telling me about all these amazing things that happened to her, but there wasn’t really anything interesting about it all. Others might get more out of this than I did.


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Beta Bots by Ava Lock
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

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The female androids are at it again! Cookie is up to new antics; her Beau is captured, and she attempts to break him out. To do so she needs help and so we are introduced to exciting new characters. With the new additions, we are in for some interesting times, I think. I liked the new characters, and I liked that Cookie was still hung up on Wayne even is he is a lowly human. The broad spanning of genres here will entice many to give this series a try.


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Self-Health Fix: How to Stop Being a Forever Patient and Start Taking Charge of Your Well-Being - PLUS Your Personal Health Rating Scale by Rosalind Ferry
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

In a world of ever consuming healthcare, be it physically or financially, a way out of the system should be something everyone strives for. The author gives us a book that sets out chapter by chapter, a guideline of common problems and helpful solutions you can undertake.
I was hoping for some breakthrough information in this book, but most of the advice given was either self-explanatory, or common sense. The only good chapter was chapter 14 where there is a health evaluation form and it helps you determine your own state of health.


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Ill Intent: A Medical Thriller by Geoffrey M. Cooper
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A scientist pens a letter to his niece, one that will kickstart a murderous spree. FBI Agent Karen Richmond and Brad Parker return in the third book of the series to take on this case. The author spins another murder mystery heavily set in the medical genre. The duo is able to bring back the banter and high level of intelligence that drew you I in the first 2 books, but I felt like the story followed the same formula and was hoping for something new. Other than that, it was still a good book and still worth reading.

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Start Chasing Nothing: A Guide to Lasting Happiness and Inner Peace by Elaine Chung
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is centered around a three-step formula (simplified it is See, Stop and Shift), as well as an emergency list. By using these, the author hopes you will be able to find lasting happiness and peace. What I found most promising in the book is that it does not require anything form you other than a little time. This inclusivity is well suited to the authors promise. I really liked that the author was so honest though the topic might want someone to sugarcoat the advice. I also liked the thoughts on the emergency list, I think they may make it more effective.

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Calm For Surgery: Supertips For A Smooth Recovery - Scientifically Proven Ways To Reduce Stress, Anxiety, Pain and Complications by Dr. Chris Bonney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

For someone like me who is very afraid of any surgical procedure, this book is a welcome helper. The author, Dr. Bonney, gives us ways in which we can lessen our anxieties and fears before the surgeries, as well as useful tips and best practices for after in order to speed up our recovery.
I found that the tips and advice given here sound common sense and they are also tips that would help those of us that are coming up on a big event (like childbirth). I certainly think that using this book will help me feel a little better about my upcoming surgery.

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Bye Bye Bully: a bully story gone right! by Isabel M. Peña
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book deals with bullying and centers on two young girls who are on opposite sides of this topic. Amanda, a victim and Mildred, a bully are both thrown into an unusual situation when Mildred loses her memories after being hit with a rock. Amanda and Mildred strike up an unlikely friendship after and learn about each other’s lives in a new way.
I liked the story for my daughter who is just entering that age where bullying is going to be a problem. This helps her visualize some situations and it also presents her with a view of looking deeper into a person’s reasons for their actions. Overall a good book for younger kids.


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Taming the Wish by Sava Buncic
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Based on the cryptic synopsis, I was expecting a postapocalyptic type of novel. What we got was more a thriller with an authoritarian twist on a global level. Petar, is a clinical doctor who routinely upsets his superiors with his inquisitive nature and his attention to detail. Moved into the scientific field, Petar finds a treatment for obesity, controlling the wish as he calls it and this sets him into the sights of dangerous forces.
While the story itself was interesting, Petar was very egotistical, absent minded and so detail oriented, that the pacing of this story moved very slowly. He was perpetually up against everyone else and he seemed a very selfish character. I also didn’t quite understand the ending, so that left me feeling a little dissatisfied


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Lover Girl by Stephen Kronwith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sammy from the first book opens his door and faces an assassin hired by her father to finish Sammy off once and for all. The two join forces though and set out to save a child all the while staving off another assassin bent on killing the both of them.
This book was better than the first one, a bit more serious and focused than the last. Thus, I enjoyed it more and am glad I picked it up. The writing and the plot are good, and Sammy is a more likeable character now that he is focused on one woman and Angelica is certainly a match for Sammy’s personality.


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Magnify Your Impact: Powering Profit With Purpose by Maggie Z. Miller
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

One big change for businesses today is the importance Consumers are placing on how you affect society around you, what social issues your business supports. This book will teach you how to take you business acumen and apply it towards the communities and problems that can be impacted the most. I found that this was a really good book to read, as a business owner, staying current on societal issues and figuring out what my customers most care about is important as it can directly impact my bottom line. I appreciated the authors attention to detail and the ease of understanding of the information here.

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Selling a Business Blueprint: Step-by-Step Guide with Forms and Agreements by Michael L O'Donnell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you ever considered selling your business this book is a must. Included in the guidelines are sample contracts, scenarios that you might encounter as well as a detailed account of each necessary step in the selling process. I am not going to sell my business right now, however, this book will be a valuable resource for when I m ready to do so. I really liked that the forms were able to be edited which makes them easy to use for each individual.

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Write a New Song: Discovering the Hidden Songwriting Skills Inside of You by Mateo Blae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A book that helps artist break through walls and discover new artistic ways to create new songs. Having a good process to let out your inner thoughts and melodies is a good thing, and this book helps you get to new processes easily. I found this book really interesting, I thought that artist just wrote down what came to them, I never knew there was a whole process behind it. As such, even though I am not a songwriter, I found this to be enlightening and gives me more appreciation for my favorite song writers.

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Mayhem in the Moongarden by E.L. Seer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A delightful book for emerging readers, Mayhem in the Moongarden takes us along with Grubner when he is allowed to finally take care of Mildred’s Moongarden when she is called away for business. Going up against Ravishers, Grubner must learn how to defend the gardens contents before they are all consumed.
My daughters both enjoyed reading this book. The illustrations were neat, and they said the book was really funny in some areas. Readers of the Ethan Fox series will love this new addition.


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Courage Alison: A Redemptive, Character-Driven, Contemporary Fiction Romance Novel by Heather Nadine Lenz
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the fourth in the Courage to Rise series but as the other books, can be read as a stand-alone. Allison is living a pampered life full of luxury that comes crashing down with embezzlement charges that are levied against her husband. Allison is thrust into a much more rural lifestyle where she meets a handsome stranger and must decide where she wants to take her life.
Allison wasn’t the most likeable character in the beginning, but she has a good redemption arc in this book and I like how she had to come to terms with her changed circumstances.


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Stifled: Where Good Leaders Go Wrong by James G. Wetrich
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Many leaders are great at leading their people but fail to recognize and foster talent within their people. Helping your employees better themselves will help the companies bottom line is many ways. The book takes a look at how the world has changed throughout the pandemic and how we as leaders should change with it. The examples and the information given really can help a leader with becoming better in how they work. As one myself I think this book is a great reminder to us to never forget to lift up our people.

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The Road Home by Laura Tonwe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In New York City, Stephanie Willis is wallowing in her loneliness. She may live in one of the most populated urban cities in the world, and yet she suffers from acute loneliness. In her marathon session of rewatching VHS tapes, she starts to see the plights of various heroines in new ways and begins to see valuable lessons from them. This will give her the courage to stretch out her hand and take a leap. A story about courage, love, the determination of the human spirit and a woman’s journey to self-discovery, “The Road Home” will take you on a journey you haven’t quite seen yet.

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Take Six: Essential Habits To Own Your Destiny, Overcome Challenges, And Unlock Opportunities by Veta T. Richardson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Overcoming Challenges, and unlocking opportunities are the essential theme of this book. The book is essentially a biography and a reflection upon her role as a mentor for many young professionals. Using her experience, Veta will help you to really maximize your potential in your career and she also helps you identify one crucial thing: what you want to achieve. Once you know this, she helps you figure out how to achieve it. I think this will be so much more beneficial in application than simply a career setting. I really felt the author’s words and how she had the mentor background. I enjoyed this book.

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Presence & Profitability: Understanding The Value Of Authentic Communications In the Age Of Hyper-Connectivity by Philip Kelley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a thoughtful approach to incorporating technology in a effective manner, as well as the importance in realizing and utilizing your customer base in order to expand your business and make a profit. The two authors really come together in their respective areas of expertise and this resulting book really will prove helpful if your business seems to be struggling in either the technology or customer outreach departments. I found it to be easily understandable and I liked how the information was presented.

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Swarm by John Graham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The 4th in this series, Swarm is a continuation of the story and now Colonel Gabriel Thorn is realizing just how much DNI is controlling all the facets of his life. Frustrated and angry about each new revelation Colonel Thorn is still the only one that humanity has hope in when faced with otherworldly threats.
While I didn’t enjoy that last book as much as the previous two, this book seems to make up for it. I liken this story to some underplots of Star Trek, and I enjoyed the subtle nods to those genres. The author writes a compelling story surrounding Gabriel and his family which will draw readers in easily.


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Predator Moons by J.H. Ramsay
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

With a wild smorgasbord of characters, each unique and adversarial in their own right; the author gives us a Science Fiction blend storyline that is out of this world. Told in the first-person narrative for all characters, this book was very hard to follow at times which made the story drag. I am not sure if a regular ready would stick with the book, I love SciFi and found it to be a hard read, thus I am not sure about others. The author did a good job with making each character their own person though, they did not feel like copies of each other.

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Listen, Think & Speak Like a Doctor: Essential Skills for Medical School & Practice by Smiley Thakur
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Is a good bedside manner innate or learned? Dr Thakur, the author of this book shares with us his anecdotes and thoughts on what makes a good doctor, how he/she can be more effective in listening and understanding their patients, beyond what medical school teaches them.
I think this will be an effective book, I am not a medical professional, but I found many things here that will help me have a better relationship with my Primary Care Physician. This was certainly worth the read.


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The Outside Intervention by Andrew Orange
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kier sets out on a fool’s journey according to some. He is searching for a long-forgotten artifact, clouded in myths and mystery. He hopes using this will help save one of humanities largest cities from utter destruction. Kier must struggle against outside and internal adversaries if he wants to succeed.
I liked the story, Kier was a good nuanced character that grew throughout the story. I liked his struggles, that he wasn’t all-powerful like some authors make them to be. The pacing is slow in some spots, but it still flows well.


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Leaving Freedom to Find Peace: My Life's Journey by Donal H. Godfrey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found this to be a poignant and mesmerizing story. The biography of this authors journey to find peace, his agonizing decision to leave his home country he loves so much for a different country was easily able to garner sympathy and commiseration from me. (I myself immigrated from my home country). The book chronicles the deep roots of racism form the overt to the covert that is prevalent in the united states. This is a book that most should read, especially those who believe that there is no racism in the USA today.

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Revolutionizing Recruitment: How Recruitment Research Is Reshaping The Industry by Kathleen Duffy
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Recruitment is arguably one of the most important functions in a business, as an HR professional, I know that if you consistently hire the wrong people for a job, it will never work out long-term which can cost the business tons of money. This book was a very god source of information and out of the box thinking to revamp my recruitment practices. I was able to tell that the author really knew what she was talking about in this book. Very good advice in here.

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Chase Greatness: Enlightened Leadership for the Next Generation of Disruption by Rajeev Kapur
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In the past, companies focused more on the customers and the products. Nowadays, they are beginning to see the importance of a low turnover rate and highly motivated employees that can make or break a company. This book takes the principles of leadership and tells you how you can use them to help your company become better and reap more profit. I think the author had some good ideas in here, and with a changing society, businesses must change as well, and this book gave some good insights.

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The Leadership Quotient: Practice Meets Theory by Tony Marolt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Regardless if you are a new leader or if you have been leading people for years, this book will be informative and helpful to building your skills, refining techniques, and broadening your abilities. Using examples, charts and more, the author built a strong set of principles and guidelines that will serve us all well.
I always like to get leadership books and this one had some interesting ways of explaining processes and important skills that need to be nurtured. A very good addition to my library.

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The Knackerman Who Salvaged The Stars by Caroline A. Connell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an odd book; it was almost an homage to various peoples experiences and their moments in life that were poignant enough to set onto paper. A global Disaster shakes the world and people are struck with the sense of survival in the face of death.
The unique media here, the inclusion of social media post-esque writings and tidbits, give this book a much more relevant feel to our current time. I did like the story, I like when an author strives to make themselves something that does not follow the usual plotlines.


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The Harpers’ Holiday Horror: A BBLS Story by Elena Southworth
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Aaliyah Harper is back in the second book in the series. Her antics, along with those of her hilarious and hair-raising family members take them to the Grand Canyon on a family trip that is sure to be one of the most memorable events in Aaliyah’s 9 years of life.
Humor, puns, and a great sense of adventure will carry you through the book and will leave you laughing out loud in some spots. I truly enjoyed the story and will be passing this book along to my avid readers.


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Seraph by John Graham
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Third in the series, Seraph brings us back to Gabriel. Finding out that the dozens of deaths from the last book were only a diversion, Gabriel is intent on tracking down the power behind the attack and they are determined to stop him. A deadly game of cat and mouse begins until some devastating truths come to light.
I really like the last two books and while I still liked this one, I found that Gabriel wasn’t as good as he was in previous book, he made some questionable decisions at times and that threw me off. Overall, it’s still a good book and I hope the author recovers his stumbles in the next book.


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Berlin 2039: The Reign Of Anarchy by Karsten Krepinsky
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Berlin in the year 2039. The world is much more densely populated and only the rich can afford to live in comfort, peace and security. All others are living in slums, divided among racial lines and pushers work hard to keep the divisions going. Hauke, a pusher who is the main character in the story is not a likeable person and he echoes the views of the authorities in disquieting ways. I didn’t like the story as it reminded me too much of my history lessons in Germany of the lives during Hitler’s reign. If this Author’s vision is where we are headed as a society, we are certainly in more trouble than we know.

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Hellward by James Sale
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

James Sale nearly dies when he is a patient of the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. Utilizing the poetic writing style by Dante, James Sale guides us through his experience with an artful flair. At times disturbed and others triumphant, this book certainly will be interesting to read.
While the story was certainly interesting, the style was reminiscent of a stage play for me. I am ok with poems and this one was ok but not something I’ll be re-reading again.


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Virgil by Samuel Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Virgil’s life has been a trail by fire. He has suffered many abuses and traumas that haunt him to this day. The book is set up as a conversation he has with you as you then dive with him into the memories of his past and explore the formative events in his life.
This was a very dark book, and even though there was some light, the detailed descriptions of the trauma will be hard for certain readers. You can use this book as a story of one’s journey to acceptance and a fight for a normal life. Well worth the read if you dare.


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