Thursday, April 7, 2022
Thursday, January 13, 2022
Making More Money for YOU!: Mutual Fund Investing on a Budget for Beginners by Magnus CarterMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
If you want to get a yacht, big mansion, fast car, vacation whenever and wherever you want, then you need money. And if you don’t have that, then you won’t be able to afford any of that. The author of this book lays out quick tips, strategies and plans on how to invest the money you do have, how to avoid mistakes with it and then how to make sure it multiplies while you enjoy the Dividends.
It was an interesting book and many of the tips and advice given are good, nothing breakthrough in the book though. If you are looking for advanced investment strategies, then you will not be able to get much out of this book. For beginners its good.
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What's Wrong with a Pet Dinosaur?: Poems and Drawings by Tony PhilipsMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
You would think that a book of poetry geared towards children wouldn’t be good for adults, however, this one had me laughing as I read it to my little kids. The Illustrations are very well done, and the language used is easy for the kids to understand, so it’s a great book to kick start their imagination. The rhymes and word repetition are also great for beginner readers and those starting to get more comfortable with their solo reading.
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Honorable Profession: A Novel of American Politics by Andy KutlerMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Two people who are on opposite sides of politics, a young lady who still holds a optimistic and naïve view, and her father, a retired secret Service agent who has a cynical and jaded view come together in this book. Megan, to help her charismatic Professor win an electoral race, her father Dan to rekindle his relationship with his daughter and to protect her.
The dynamics in this book are so much more than simple politics. The push and pull between Dan and Megan is really interesting and I think many can relate to their relationship and how it is constantly evolving.
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Monday, January 10, 2022
Fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace: A Competency-Based Approach to Understanding and Fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion ... for Structured Learning Book 2214) by Wesley DonahueMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Diversity might not seem very important to some; but in our world, knowing what diversity is, how it can help you and how you can foster it in your workplace; is a cornerstone of what this book is about. The author gives us some really good definitions, examples, scenarios for the concepts and all of this is rooted in his considerable experience.
I really feel that this is one of those books that you will use over and over, lend it to friends and co-workers and dog-ear/highlight bunch of pages. It was well written, easy to understand, and really backed up it’s arguments with facts.
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Tea O'Clock by Atticus RyderMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
A great little book of magic, about a quirky wizard who loves his tea and whose magic might not be so good. A fun way to entice young kids into reading, this was perfect for my 7-year old’s reading level. Percy is a great character, he is easy to identify with, while he might not be able to relate to everybody, or like them, he is still a good guy. A sweet book that isn’t too long and is fun for all ages.
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Seduction of the Seducer of Seducers - Another Platitudinous Upanishad: A Memento for an Eternal Life by Inderpreet KaurMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
This book is a dramatic conveyance of the life of Mayuri, a fictional woman who lives in India. Many supporting characters are in here as well, ones that shape Miyuris life from childhood into adulthood. Using Poetic language and deeply rich descriptions, the author weaves a spellbinding world of love, courage, and knowledge.
While the premise sounded interesting, I found the book incredibly hard to read. The flowery language seemed to go over my head. It was hard to follow some sections as well.
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Friday, January 7, 2022
Success Against the Odds: What Interesting People Did by June RaleighMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Great for book clubs.
Covering the tables of famous people from our past that are connected to the Bible, this book showcases the hardships they endured and overcame. You can use this to draw lessons and inspiration for your own life. Jesus Christ is given ample book space as well.
There were ple ty of views, points for discussion, and theories in this book (towards the end) that I think would make this an ideal candidate for book club discussions.
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The Second Child: A story of Hope, abuse, generational mental illness and addiction, and families by Regina ToffoloMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Raw and Honest
Covering the course of the author's life, this book is a reckoning or a unburdening, of her emotions, sorrows, joys and memories about her past. Her life as the second biological child was important and counted and deserves to be told.
I found this book to be very interesting. Especially as I am younger, it is good to have a view if how the older generations dealt with abuse, mental health issues and addictions. The honesty in this book is refreshing and can be a valuable teacher.
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Frost Mate by Elle BeaumontMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
A unique twist on the Krampus legends. The world is Frosteria and Captain Korreth is more focused then ever, training his recruits for the fight against the Changeling hordes. He doesn't need a Mate, and yet, a mate bond is in his reach. Will he and his newest recruit Zira be able to resist?
This was an interesting book, very well written and I liked the characters. I found out it will be a series and I am eager for the next one.
I received an ARC for free and voluntarily decided to leave a review.
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Thursday, January 6, 2022
The Black Crescent by J.N. JamiesonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
The worst place to be would be behind Enemy lines with no easy way out. Jim McGraw is in such a place, when he and his crew just realized they were transported in time. Vikings all around a tropical Island, bent on destruction, Jim and his crew decide to help the Islanders before they search for a way home.
Time Travel, sea adventure, rescue story, action, this book has it all. The characters were developed, the plot was arching, detailed and the ending was satisfying, all things you need for a successful book. Great read and will read again.
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One Starry Knight: An Illustrated YA Fairy Tale Romance by Chrisitine E. SchulzeMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Evren is rescued by a handsome, yet aloof and distant Knight. Sir Jaspar was unable to walk away from the woman at the slave market, and he cannot rightly explain his compulsion to head south, searching and yearning. Will the two be able to heal their scars, both internal and external?
A young adult romance, gentle in all ways, even how it portrays the more dangerous elements of this world. It is an enjoyable story and the mysteries that surround the two are revealed in a satisfying manner.
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Monday, January 3, 2022
The Tidings: Volume One, November 1943 To January 1945 by Nick MezinsMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
In 1943, two women started communitating with other beings on a different plane. The women and later their family members interpreted these beings as “higher” than us, The Almightly God and his Spirits. The book chronicles the conversations between the various people and the responses they received from the Spirits. In as much, the writing is a bit stilted, but the author makes the point that these beings do not think as we do. I found the book interesting, but I am uncertain whether this is a true accounting of what happened. I am a skeptic, I confess and as such take this book as fiction more than anything else.
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Artwords by Beatriz M RoblesMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
This isn’t a book; more it is a collection of art and the words suggested within them. I LOVED the “Taboo”, funny, suggestive and I laughed out loud. I love when a book can help me relax and enjoy myself and this one certainly delivers on that front. I am not usually one for Poems either, but the artistic way the Author brings the specific words to life within the page of another book, is visually and intellectually pleasing. This is definitely a book to read again and again.
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Thursday, December 30, 2021
The Coward of Grimsby by Eric Daniel RyanMy 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 AbernathyMy 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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