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

The Robot and Automation Almanac - 2022
Simon Says+ GR CROSSPOST
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

Beta Bots
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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