BOOKS... I love reading and have read a lot of GENRES in my lifetime. Being a book reviewer for Net Gallery and many various authors, I have contributed many reviews to Goodreads, Amazon, LibraryThing, and my blog page here. I get to read all the books I love and then share by reviewing the read. These are my true feeling of what I feel of each novel I read. If you would like me to read your novel and review it, please email me: at agdwhd@gmail.com
Friday, March 28, 2014
Wild Montana Sky By: Debra Holland
Title: Wild Montana Sky
Author: Debra Holland
Publisher: D.H.
Series: Montana Sky # 1
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"Wild Montana Sky" by Debra Holland was a beautifully written historical western romance read. This author did a good job about presenting this enjoyable story of the move from Boston to Montana for Elizabeth Hamilton. It was indeed interesting to see a Boston lady becoming a woman of the west. I enjoy how this novel was very realistic aspects of this area in the west in the late 1800's of this wild 'Montana Sky.' I will say at this point that I did find "Wild Montana Sky" somewhat predictable but still a good read. Be really for some mystery, little romance and good notations of a
beautiful scenery but most of all seeing Elizabeth change from a Victorian woman who would be able to survive the wilds of the west as a proper Montana lady. Will Elizabeth find love in Montana?
The characters were well developed, portrayed, colorful and even believable only to give you a good enjoyable read that will definitely hold your attraction.
If you are a cowboy lover of a western romance and a clean cut one then this novel "Wild Montana Sky" would definitely be a good read for you.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Rising Dark (The Darkling Trilogy Book, 2) A.D. Koboah
Title: Rising Dark v
Author: A.D. Koboah
Publisher: Twenty Four Publishing
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Series: The Darkling Trilogy, Book 2
Rating: 5
Review:
"Rising Dark" by A.D. Koboah was a very good paranormal vampire read that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This Reverend Avery Wentworth journey from London to America and back and forth was a real live adventurous journey. After Avery's visit to America his life will never be the same for "he will come against a much older, darker evil that will steal his soul and turn him into a creature of the night." From wandering into this 'wilderness of despair' Avery will be faced with the 'shocking evils of the world of slavery.' I will say at this point be aware that there will be scenes of this read that will be horrible...and that's all I will say about that. In the end of "Rising Dark" what does the three words 'Wait for me' mean to Avery?' Will he see his beloved Luna again? This is the second novel 'Rising Dark' Book 2 which is a sequel to Dark Genesis. I believe to fully understand this second read I would recommend you pick up the first Book One. This read is definitely one read that once you start you will not want to put down until the end. I found this read a deep one where
you will be caused to think about what is going on and how this slave issue may relate to our history. This author has put a lots of thought in the read where you will find that each page is so full of actions along with many twist and turns and in the end you will given a good read.
I found the characters were very well developed, captivating, colorful, even believable in some sort of way and in the end this author will leave the reader waiting for the next book. Would I
recommend? Yes, especially if you are a vampire lover of this paranormal world you have
definitely come to the right place for a good interesting read.
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Hairweave Killer By: Hood Chronicles
Title: Hairweave
Author: Hood Chronicles
Publisher: Worldhaven Agenda
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"Hairweave" by Hood Chronicles was indeed a wonderful erotic mystery thriller read. As I was reading I kept thinking is this Mr. Hood's novel because it was so different from his other writings. However, I will say it was excellent read being so well written ..."fast-paced of sex, murder and yes...mayhem." I was caught up in this read from the first chapter and not able to put down until the very last word. This author really worked his magic with keeping the reader on the edge of their seats and keeping the reader wondering just what was going to be happen next. "Hairweave" was so well done featuring "Monique Stevens(undercover cop) as she find herself trying to prove his innocence and even grows attached to him for all the wrong reasons." Now, I will stop here and say you must pick up the excellent read of "Hairweave" to see how this author will bring it all out to the reader. I don't want to spoil any of it but I will say it will be truly an unforgettable ride in the 'web of deception.' This will be one 'ultra-erotic thriller' ride. All that is left to say is Wow what a ending! Would I recommend? YES! I look forward to many more of these reads!
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Thundakatz By Hood Chronicles
Title: Thundakatz
Author: Hood Chronicles
Publisher: Woodhaven Agenda
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"Thundakatz" by Hood Chronicles was another one of this author good urban reads. Now, I must say up front this is a Adult read so get ready for a very steamy and hot along with some of the 'most raunchiest' reads ever. This author will present to the reader seven stories of 'women who posses an insatiable appetite for younger male conquest.' I enjoyed this author's flow of the reads as each short story was well written and as always given it's Hood affect as only this author does so well for his readers. I have read all of this author's novels and he never fail to disappoint the reader with his sway of writing as he tell a story of these 'colorful Chocolate cougars.' So, if this is your kind of read...sit back and enjoy because this author knows how to give it all to the reader.
The Bride Wore Chocolate By: Shirley Jump
Title: The Bride Wore Chocolate
Author: Shirley Jump
Publisher: Zebra
Series: Recipes With Romance #1
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"The Bride Wore Chocolate" by Shirley Jump was a delightful fun contemporary romance.
his author really made the read very interesting with after each chapter we were given delectable
recipes that were served up with a lots of chocolate.
We find that the heroine had vowed to live life by the book, never to throw caution to the wind
as she had once. Now Candace (Candy) was living life where it was safe, therefore picking out
a very boring fiancee by the name of Barry Borkenstein. However, a Michael Vogler (hero) comes into the picture showing Candy that she should trust her heart and take that leap of faith with him.
Will Candace be willing to take the plunge after her wacky grandmother, mother, and her girl
friends (Rebecca & Maria) know that she was unhappy with her present decision? This is where I say you must pick up "The Bride Wore Chocolate" to see what and how of it all will turn out for
Candace.
Be ready to laugh out loud because the author will definitely have you doing just that, along with the wonderful recipes that used lots of chocolate, a funny grandmother, marrying mom, good friends, and some hot sex along the way in this good novel.
The characters were off the chart good being well developed, portrayed, colorful, and most were even
likable all making this a good romantic read. This was definitely one of those read that once you
started reading it was hard to stop until it was finished and I would recommend "The Bride Wore Chocolate" as a good read.
Monday, March 24, 2014
Girl Talk By: Charmaine Galloway
Title: Girl Talk
By: Charmaine Galloway
Publisher: Charming Gal Publications
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"Girl Talk" by Charmaine Galloway were a beautiful 'collections of poems, prayers and worlds of
encouragement' and so inspirational and definitely written for any young lady. I only wish I could get this read into their hands because this author really gives us some good reading that is just for them.
Just a little about "Girl Talk"
From the beginning of the read this author talks of 'Girl Power' taken from Psalm 139:13-14
Girl U Rock...a beautiful poems presented by this author...answers to why you rock!
Beautiful....
"YOU NEED TO ALWAYS KNOW
YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL IN EVERY WAY
LOVE YOURSELF
RESPECT YOURSELF
DESPITE WHAT OTHER MAY SAY"
This Is Who I Am
Hello Fear
Never Give Up On Your Education
Girls, Girls, Girls
"I ONLY WANT THE BEST FOR YOU
I LOVE YOU AND I HOPE YOU LISTEN"
Celibacy
"MAKE RESPONSIBLE DECISIONS AND DO WHAT'S RIGHT"
On to Part Two: Friendships and Relationships taken from l Corinthians 15:33
I Bet
Friends "SO PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHO YOU CALL YOUR FRIENDS
MAKE SURE THEY HAVE YOUR BACK IN THE END."
Boy Please
Wrecking Ball
Part Three: Where Is The Love? taken from John 3:16
I Need Love
Jesus Love
You Are My Everything
Part Four: Corruption of the World taken from I John 2.16
WWW Dot Com
It Could Have Been U
Devil You Won't Keep Me in the Dark
"LET ME GET ON MY KNEES AND PRAY
TO THE LORD AND HE SHALL SET MY MIND FREE"
Don't Get Lost in Society
A Message to Young Girls...Beautiful stated from Charmaine Galloway
Part Five: My World, Through My Eyes...Amazing Grace! from the author John Newton
A Prologue for the My World Through My Eyes...Charmaine Galloway
From here we get more truly beautiful poems and prayers by this author Charmaine Galloway....
In reading these poems I am sure you will find many that will touch you!
and last...
About The Author...
This is where I will say this author is simply amazing in her gift of writing and with that being said I hope you will pick up this phenomenal read "Girl Talk"...you will not be disappointed in this depth of writing for the young ladies. You will find a lots of good reading young ladies! Just sit back and let it all soak in and in the end you will see and say Wow... what revelations this author has given to the reader to think about. To the author...Thank You for sharing such a wonderful amazing gift of a read to this special group of young girl readers.
By: Charmaine Galloway
Publisher: Charming Gal Publications
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"Girl Talk" by Charmaine Galloway were a beautiful 'collections of poems, prayers and worlds of
encouragement' and so inspirational and definitely written for any young lady. I only wish I could get this read into their hands because this author really gives us some good reading that is just for them.
Just a little about "Girl Talk"
From the beginning of the read this author talks of 'Girl Power' taken from Psalm 139:13-14
Girl U Rock...a beautiful poems presented by this author...answers to why you rock!
Beautiful....
"YOU NEED TO ALWAYS KNOW
YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL IN EVERY WAY
LOVE YOURSELF
RESPECT YOURSELF
DESPITE WHAT OTHER MAY SAY"
This Is Who I Am
Hello Fear
Never Give Up On Your Education
Girls, Girls, Girls
"I ONLY WANT THE BEST FOR YOU
I LOVE YOU AND I HOPE YOU LISTEN"
Celibacy
"MAKE RESPONSIBLE DECISIONS AND DO WHAT'S RIGHT"
On to Part Two: Friendships and Relationships taken from l Corinthians 15:33
I Bet
Friends "SO PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHO YOU CALL YOUR FRIENDS
MAKE SURE THEY HAVE YOUR BACK IN THE END."
Boy Please
Wrecking Ball
Part Three: Where Is The Love? taken from John 3:16
I Need Love
Jesus Love
You Are My Everything
Part Four: Corruption of the World taken from I John 2.16
WWW Dot Com
It Could Have Been U
Devil You Won't Keep Me in the Dark
"LET ME GET ON MY KNEES AND PRAY
TO THE LORD AND HE SHALL SET MY MIND FREE"
Don't Get Lost in Society
A Message to Young Girls...Beautiful stated from Charmaine Galloway
Part Five: My World, Through My Eyes...Amazing Grace! from the author John Newton
A Prologue for the My World Through My Eyes...Charmaine Galloway
From here we get more truly beautiful poems and prayers by this author Charmaine Galloway....
In reading these poems I am sure you will find many that will touch you!
and last...
About The Author...
This is where I will say this author is simply amazing in her gift of writing and with that being said I hope you will pick up this phenomenal read "Girl Talk"...you will not be disappointed in this depth of writing for the young ladies. You will find a lots of good reading young ladies! Just sit back and let it all soak in and in the end you will see and say Wow... what revelations this author has given to the reader to think about. To the author...Thank You for sharing such a wonderful amazing gift of a read to this special group of young girl readers.
The Sweetheart Rules By: Shirley Jump
Title: The Sweetheart Rules
Author: Shirley Jump
Publisher: Berkley Publishers
Series: Sweetheart Sisters #2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"The Sweetheart Rules" by Shirley Jump was a wonderful contemporary romance and was the second in the 'Sweetheart Sister' series. I really enjoyed this fun romantic read of how this author was able to present all of this to the reader. What will happen when two older ladies help match up a couple in the town of Rescue Bay. Now, how and what will they to make this happen?
What I loved about "The Sweetheart Rules"
"The Sweetheart Rules" was a sweet romantic story of Diana Tuttle and Mike Stark that was very captivating and once you start this novel you will find it hard to put down until the end. You will find from the read that both of these two people will have some serious problems that each will have to overcome before they can have the 'happily ever after.' From the read you will be able feel the chemistry and even their passion they have one another, however, what other demons will they have from their pass? After they see the mistakes they have made in their life will they be able to learn from them and move on with their life? We find that Diana the heroine is a veterinarian who owns a animal shelter with a teenage son Jackson. The hero Mike was a Coast Guard mechanic who is suddenly was having to care for his two daughters Ellie and Jenny. Now, how will all of this turn out?
What else did I loved about "The Sweetheart Rules"
I found the characters were simply off the chart...well developed, likable, well portrayed, colorful and also well rounded for Diana, Mike, Ellie, Jenny, Jackson, Luke Olivia, grandma Greta, Harold
and I am sure I have left out a few but all really made this read such a amazing read. I will say the secondary characters were will wonderfully presented.
I would definitely recommend that you must pick up "The Sweetheart Rules" to see how this author brings it all out to the readers. You will find this novel is romantic, funny...I laughed so hard because this author did her magic in it all. I found that this author really presented the reader with a well written script that in the end giving the reader a amazing wonderful story of romance of true love finally all coming together.
Author: Shirley Jump
Publisher: Berkley Publishers
Series: Sweetheart Sisters #2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:
"The Sweetheart Rules" by Shirley Jump was a wonderful contemporary romance and was the second in the 'Sweetheart Sister' series. I really enjoyed this fun romantic read of how this author was able to present all of this to the reader. What will happen when two older ladies help match up a couple in the town of Rescue Bay. Now, how and what will they to make this happen?
What I loved about "The Sweetheart Rules"
"The Sweetheart Rules" was a sweet romantic story of Diana Tuttle and Mike Stark that was very captivating and once you start this novel you will find it hard to put down until the end. You will find from the read that both of these two people will have some serious problems that each will have to overcome before they can have the 'happily ever after.' From the read you will be able feel the chemistry and even their passion they have one another, however, what other demons will they have from their pass? After they see the mistakes they have made in their life will they be able to learn from them and move on with their life? We find that Diana the heroine is a veterinarian who owns a animal shelter with a teenage son Jackson. The hero Mike was a Coast Guard mechanic who is suddenly was having to care for his two daughters Ellie and Jenny. Now, how will all of this turn out?
What else did I loved about "The Sweetheart Rules"
I found the characters were simply off the chart...well developed, likable, well portrayed, colorful and also well rounded for Diana, Mike, Ellie, Jenny, Jackson, Luke Olivia, grandma Greta, Harold
and I am sure I have left out a few but all really made this read such a amazing read. I will say the secondary characters were will wonderfully presented.
I would definitely recommend that you must pick up "The Sweetheart Rules" to see how this author brings it all out to the readers. You will find this novel is romantic, funny...I laughed so hard because this author did her magic in it all. I found that this author really presented the reader with a well written script that in the end giving the reader a amazing wonderful story of romance of true love finally all coming together.
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