It's Monday What are you reading?

Monday, April 30, 2018

Guess what...Its Monday! What are you reading this week?

This meme started with J Kaye's Blog   and then was taken up by Sheila from Book Journey. Sheila then passed it on to Kathryn at the Book Date.  It's a meme where you share what you read last week, what you're currently reading and what you plan on reading that week.

Thanks for stopping by. First let me just say that I have been in a little bit of a reading slump (for lack of a better word)... But I have regained some much needed reading pep,
and below is what I am still reading this week. But not much has changed since last week, but still enjoying these reads.  

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Review: Blood Harvest by Michael Weinberger

Saturday, April 28, 2018

Title: Blood Harvest
Author: Michael Weinberger
Pages: 316  
Category: Horror/Fantasy
Pub. Date: 6/1/2011
Publisher: Purple Mountain Pub.
Format: Paperback
ISBN#: 0983768307
Series: The Hidden Amongst Us #1

Synopsis: 
Steve Jacobs isn't a Vampire...not really...then again... It doesn't really matter what he is or was anymore because Steve abandoned the darkness of his former life over a decade ago when he left the only people he ever considered to be family and ran to California. There he joined the Los Angeles Police Department, graduated first in his class at the Academy and now works as a Detective in the Homicide division. Respected by his fellow officers and enjoying a special bond with his Captain, whom he considers to be his mentor, Steve feels that he has finally found a place where the world makes sense and he can leave his dark past behind. So when his Captain calls in the middle of the night and instructs him to come to a highly unusual crime scene, Steve does so without question. Arriving on the scene Steve discovers that the entire staff and patronage of nearly one thousand people at a popular and hedonistic Los Angeles nightclub have suddenly and mysteriously collapsed where they stood and appear to be dead. Rumors of a biological or chemical terrorist attack are doubted by the large number of LAPD and emergency personnel on the scene, but there seems to be no other explanation for the unnerving occurrence. Then, before Steve can even fully begin his investigation, the case goes from unusual to absolutely bizarre with the appearance of an exotically beautiful and seductive woman in the company of a large, incredibly powerful white haired man. Both individuals are people that Steve thought he had left behind over a decade ago, but he now finds his past and his present are interwoven together in a mystery that threatens to destroy everything that he holds dear. Steve quickly learns that what happened at the nightclub was only the tip of the iceberg in a much larger conspiracy of greed that, if he is unable to stop, will enslave an entire society of people, the existence of whom the rest of the world isn't even aware, and are the people that Steve used to call his family.

My Review:  
 This review will be short and to the point.

First just let me say that I love reading Vampire books as well as the Horror and Fantasy
But this book was all over the place and hard to keep up with. The writing style did not keep me interested except in just a few places.

I know that not all books are for everyone. I will say I did finish it but for me this book did not leave me wanting to find out more. 

So for the reasons above I will be giving this book the Breath of Life rating:



Two Clock Rating!! 

Disclosure: I did receive the above book in exchange for my honest opinion and or review. But the Opinions are my own and yours may differ.

About the Author: 




Michael Weinberger graduated from University of Pacific after earning his undergraduate degree in Sports Medicine and then went on to the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1993 at the age of 25. He returned home to Las Vegas and operated a successful chiropractic office until the fall of 2000 when a severe arm injury forced him to step away from his chosen profession. It was during his recovery that he began writing.

Michael Weinberger enjoys writing, archery, martial arts, deep-sea fishing, movies and is a self-confessed “foodie.” He lives in Las Vegas with his wife and two daughters where, when not otherwise engaged, can usually be found shooting arrows into the garage from the custom archery bows he makes in his spare time.

The author welcomes all comments, reviews and inquiries at his website:

www.michael-weinberger.com


 
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Book Blogger Hop #8

Friday, April 27, 2018



Book Blogger Hop is another post I'm going to be trying out and this one has a topic each week, which is something I've been trying to bring to the blog.  I'm really excited about this one because I have a hard time coming up with something fresh to talk about and I'm hoping this helps.

If you would be interested in doing your own post, please CLICK HERE to learn more about this great hop!

This Weeks Topic:  
 

How do you organize your books for review? Does it work for you or have you had to change it? (submitted by Elizabeth @ Silver's Reviews

Well for the past two years my review book shelves have been moved between two homes, one north the other south. And they are usually placed on a shelf near my desk. But something needs to give, any suggested would be greatly appreciated. Especially now since I am trying to start blogging more. 


So how do you organize your books for review? I would love to know, leave me a comment below! Hope you all have a great Friday!
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Review: Shackled by Angela Carling

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Title:  Shackled
Author: Angela Carling
Category: Young Adult
Pub. Date: 6/1/2012  
Publisher: Acacia Pub.  
Format: Paperback 
Pages: 204
ISBN#: 1935089544

Synopsis:  
After shy, quiet Lucy and her family move from their small hometown in Minnesota to Seattle, Washington, she is surprised when Ryan, the most popular boy at school, asks her out. Soon, she is swept up in a whirlwind romance and her naive and trusting nature allows her to fall head over heels in love with her too-good-to-be-true suitor. Suddenly, Lucy finds herself enraptured by the excitement of her new relationship, leaving her blinded to the warning signs of danger ahead. Can her fairy tale romance last, or will she find that her prince charming is more like a wolf in sheep's clothing?  

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Teaser Tuesday

Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. 
 Anyone can play along! Just do the following:
  • Grab your current read
  • Open to a random page
  • Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
  • BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teas. 

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It's Monday What are you reading

Monday, April 23, 2018

Guess what...Its Monday! What are you reading this week?

This meme started with J Kaye's Blog   and then was taken up by Sheila from Book Journey. Sheila then passed it on to Kathryn at the Book Date.  It's a meme where you share what you read last week, what you're currently reading and what you plan on reading that week.

Thanks for stopping by. First let me just say that I have been in a little bit of a reading slump (for lack of a better word)... But I have regained some much needed reading pep,
and below is what I am still reading this week. But not much has changed since last week, but still enjoying these reads.  
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Review: Magic in the Backyard by Kellie Elmore

Saturday, April 21, 2018

Title: Magic in the Backyard 
Author: Kellie Elmore 
Category: Poetry  
Pub. Date: 4/1/12  
Publisher: Winter Goose Publishing  
Format: Paperback 
Pages: 132 
ISBN#: 0985154829



Synopsis:  
Growing up in a small town, Kellie Elmore learned of love and loss within her humble "backyard" surroundings. Weaving stories inspired by these emotions and the vast nature of the East Tennessee foothills has become her passion. You will feel the enchantment at the center of this collection of prose and poetry as you are completely taken in by the allure of Magic in the Backyard.

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Book Blogger Hop # 7

Friday, April 20, 2018


Book Blogger Hop is another post I'm going to be trying out and this one has a topic each week, which is something I've been trying to bring to the blog.  I'm really excited about this one because I have a hard time coming up with something fresh to talk about and I'm hoping this helps.

If you would be interested in doing your own post, please CLICK HERE to learn more about this great hop!

This Weeks Topic:
  
13th - 19th - Is there a fictitious town in a book that you would love to live in? What makes it appealing? (submitted by Elizabeth @ Silver's Reviews)

It has been a little while since I posted one of these. But I really love the questions and it is fun going back through and remembering some of the amazing authors and books. And this one kinda had me searching. But I would have to answer this one with "Forks". Yes I know it is an actual place, but I am not talking about now, or the real place. I am talking about Forks, the small town where Bella and Edward lives. Need I say more.

So what do you think? What fictitious town would you love to live in? Leave a comment and let me know. Maybe we have some same ideas of a fantasy home that would be a great home. And as always, have a great Friday!
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Review: Love on the Range by Jessica Nelson

Wednesday, April 18, 2018

Title: Love on the Range
Author: Jessica Nelson
Category:  Christian Historical Romance
Pub. Date:  4/3/2012
Publisher:  Love Inspired 
Format: Paperback 
Pages: 288 
ISBN#: 0373829140



Synopsis:  
Any other socialite would view being packed off to a remote
Oregon ranch as a punishment. But Gracelyn Riley knows
that this is her opportunity to become a real reporter. If she
can make her name through an interview with the elusive hero known as Striker, then she’ll never have to depend on anyone ever again.

Rancher Trevor Cruz can’t believe his secret identity is being
endangered by an overly chatty city girl. But if there’s one thing he knows, it’s that Gracie’s pretty little snooping nose is bound to get her in trouble. So he’ll use her determination to find “Striker” to keep an eye on her…and stick close by her side.


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Teaser Tuesday

Tuesday, April 17, 2018

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. 
 Anyone can play along! Just do the following:
  • Grab your current read
  • Open to a random page
  • Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
  • BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teas. 

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It's Monday What Are You Reading

Monday, April 16, 2018

Guess what...Its Monday! What are you reading this week?

This meme started with J Kaye's Blog   and then was taken up by Sheila from Book Journey. Sheila then passed it on to Kathryn at the Book Date.  It's a meme where you share what you read last week, what you're currently reading and what you plan on reading that week.

Thanks for stopping by. First let me just say that I have been in a little bit of a reading slump (for lack of a better word)... But I have regained some much needed reading pep,
and below is what I am still reading this week. But not much has changed since last week, but still enjoying these reads.  
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Breath of Life Bible Journaling

Sunday, April 15, 2018





For the past week or two it has come to me about starting to share my love of  Bible Journaling here on my blog.  The Breath of Life Bible Journaling will be posts where I share with you at least one or two of my pages from My Creative Bible that my daughter gave me for Christmas two years ago. I will also be sharing the Scriptures that coincides with them as well as possible chatting a little on my personal views concerning the passage.  

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Review: A Place In This Life by Julie Rieman Duck

Saturday, April 14, 2018

Title: A place in this life
Author: Julie Rieman Duck
Category: Young Adult 
Pub. Date: 4/17/2012 
Publisher: Self pub  
Format: paperback 
Pages: 268 
ISBN#: 9781475081



Synopsis:  
For Natalie Miller, it’s just another family vacation. For someone else, it’s the opportunity he’s been waiting for.
With only a single peck from a guy named Frank, Natalie’s anything but experienced with boys. But when Todd pops out of the water, says hi, and tells Natalie he has leukemia, all of that changes.
She’s never had attention like this from a boy, let alone one who’s a real charmer with sex on the brain and the experience to match. Drawn to Todd like a magnet, Natalie gives him her friendship, her love, and her body. Even when she’s tempted by gorgeous, healthy schoolmate Alex, Natalie’s desire to love and care for Todd pushes her to see how far love can go in spite of the potential for death of the relationship — and death of the one she loves.


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Review: the Lonely Mile by Allan Leverone

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Title: The Lonely Mile 
Author: Allan Leverone
Category: Thriller 
Pub. Date: 10/01/11
Publisher: Stonehouse Ink   
Format: Paperback  
Pages:  308
ISBN#: 9780615547114



Synopsis: 
When struggling hardware store owner Bill Ferguson witnesses a kidnapping in progress, he reacts instinctively, breaking up the crime and saving a young girl. But the kidnapper, a sociopath known as the “I-90 Killer,” escapes and vows revenge, targeting Ferguson’s own daughter as his next victim. Now one terrified father must unravel a plot that may go much deeper than he realizes, racing against time to save his only child from an unthinkable fate.

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Teaser Tuesday

Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. 
 Anyone can play along! Just do the following:
  • Grab your current read
  • Open to a random page
  • Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
  • BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teas. 
Read more »

It's Monday What Are You Reading?

Monday, April 9, 2018

Guess what...Its Monday! What are you reading this week?

This meme started with J Kaye's Blog   and then was taken up by Sheila from Book Journey. Sheila then passed it on to Kathryn at the Book Date.  It's a meme where you share what you read last week, what you're currently reading and what you plan on reading that week.

Thanks for stopping by. First let me just say that I have been in a little bit of a reading slump (for lack of a better word)... But I have regained some much needed reading pep,
and below is what I am still reading this week. But not much has changed since last week, but still enjoying these reads.  
Read more »
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