Rewired (Progress Series #3) by Amy Queau Book Review

"Trauma is trauma, no matter what the experience or to whom.  But it's what we do with it afterwards that defines us, challenges us, and either stops us dead in our tracks or propels us to move forward,"  Amy Queau writes in Rewired, the third book in the Progress Series.  I can’t get this quote out of my mind and I think it is a perfect summation of what the Progress Series is about.
 

The Pact by Drs. Sampson Davis, George Jenkins and Rameck Hunt

This isn't a book I would normally pick up - my boyfriend had to read it as an assignment for a college course and I decided to read it as well.  That being said, I don't regret reading this book at all.  The Pact: Three Young Men Make a Promise and Fulfill a Dream by Drs. Sampson Davis, George Jenkins and Rameck Hunt with Lisa Frazier Page is an inspiring true story of three inner city kids overcoming all odds and becoming doctors. 

Render by Stephanie Fleshman Book Review

Are you ready for an action packed young adult novel that will keep you guessing?  If so, look no farther than Render by Stephanie Fleshman.  Render has everything to keep a reader intrigued - plot twists, mystery, adventure, a love story and well developed characters. 

Author Discussion Group Event ~ Jodi Daynard

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The Midwife's Revolt is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon this novel is rich in detail, character and intrigue! The Midwife’s Revolt takes the reader on a journey to the founding days of America. It follows one woman’s path, Lizzie Boylston, from her grieving days of widowhood after Bunker Hill, to her deepening friendship with Abigail Adams and midwifery, and finally to her dangerous work as a spy for the Cause. A novel rich in historical detail, The Midwife’s Revolt opens a window onto the real lives of colonial women.

Farsighted by Emlyn Chand Book Review

When you think of the typical book hero, what do you instantly think of?  Strong, intelligent, popular, a jock?  I'm not saying Alex, the hero in Farsighted by Emlyn Chand, isn't smart or strong, but he definitely isn't a jock or popular.  In fact, Alex is pretty much an outcast in addition to being born blind.  With the help of the supporting characters Alex will learn about himself and hopefully change the future.

Off Limits by Sawyer Bennett Book Review

Are you ready for the hot, sexy, steamy, fun, second book in the Off Series by Sawyer Bennett?  If you are then you will not be disappointed in Off Limits!   

What I Didn't Say by Keary Taylor Book Review

We all make mistakes and bad choices.  Some are big mistakes that change your entire life.  Jake Hayes knows all about those big mistakes and bad choices.  In his senior year of high school, Jake's life is changed forever when he gets drunk at a party and gets into a car with a drunk friend.  On his way to Samantha Shay's house the car goes off the road and Jake's injuries are so severe he loses his ability to talk and the ability to tell Sam he's been in love with her for years.

Rating a Book...When do you decide?

I was recently reading a book and within the first half of the book I realized I had made my mind up about what star rating I would give this particular book.  Then I got to thinking about when I usually decide what star value a book is.  Is it normal to judge a book within the first half?  Or is it more prudent to wait until you have completed a book to decide the rating?  Is there something that causes you to instantly dock points from a book? 

To Catch a Bad Guy by Marie Astor Book Review

What would you do if you were "downsized" from your last position while your boss who happens to be your ex-boyfriend will obviously not give you a reference?  You might get a little desperate and accept an offer for a job from your friend without knowing too much about the company.  That's the situation Janet Maple finds herself in in To Catch a Bad Buy by Marie Astor.

There Comes a Prophet by David Litwack Book Review

I once saw a documentary that said in a thousand years, if our society crumbled, there wouldn't be much left of our buildings or our culture.  There Comes a Prophet by David Litwack makes me think of that documentary and reflect on what would people think of us today.  Now, I know that probably wasn't the goal Mr. Litwack had when he set out to write this book, but that is what's resonating with me.

Along the Watchtower by David Litwack Book Review

Lieutenant Freddie Williams is a war hero wounded in Iraq who must now undergo the long journey of recovery.  Frederick is the dauphin of the mystical kingdom who must undergo four trials to ensure the safety of his people and earn his right to be crowned king.  Freddie inhabits the waking world of therapists and learning to move forward after the tragedies that have befallen him.  Frederick quests at night blurring the lines of reality and fantasy for Freddie.  Both have important missions where failure is not an option. 

Souls of Darkness by Eleanor T. Beaty Book Review

What's the best way to start out a book?  With a bang! That's how Souls of Darkness by Eleanor T. Beaty starts out and the fast pace remains throughout the whole story. 

Walk Away With Me by Darby Davenport Book Review

I'm not one to normally read novellas, they are simply too short for me.  I sometimes feel that there just isn't enough development to the story in 100 pages.  Or that it ends abruptly.  But Walk Away With Me by Darby Davenport made me want to try a novella again. 

Interrupted (Progress Series #2) by Amy Queau

Are you ready for the emotional rollercoaster of a sequel to Progress?  Interrupted (The Second Book in The Progress Series) by Amy Queau picks up exactly where Progress ended.  After the events of the first book, we find Charlie and Jesse going their separate ways.  While, Charlie moves on seemingly quickly, Jesse has a harder time.  I give this book 5 stars because it will make you laugh, cry, shake your head and believe in "normal" love again!

Delayed Penalty by Shey Stahl Book Review

Delayed Penalty by Shey Stahl follows the journey of Evan, a hockey player in the NHL and Ami, the woman he finds brutally assaulted in an alley.  While this book deals with the heartbreaking truth of rape, the author handles the subject matter delicately and does it justice.

 

Off Sides by Sawyer Bennett Book Review

Have you ever read a book where you have to seriously think to figure out something you didn't like about the book?  Well, that's Off Sides by Sawyer Bennett for me....  I had to really think hard about something that I didn't like.  And the only thing I could think of is that the main characters fell in love in a very short time.  But Ms. Bennett doesn't make it seem like it's a short time, so I guess when characters have such chemistry, it works. 

 

Love of Truth by CT Oliver Book Review

Catching some sun, having adventures, cooking good food, lounging with a good book, playing with her sidekick Larry (the dog), and enjoying catching up with friends--that's all Amelia Adler has planned for her beach side vacation.  That is until she locks eyes with her gorgeous neighbor Craig Patrice.  Love of Truth by CT Oliver follows two people who meet on vacation and have an instant connection, but can that connection last once they get back into the real world?

Meetings of Chance by Darlene Deluca Book Review

What would you do if you stumbled upon a secret that could change your family's life forever?  How would you handle it?  Who would you turn to?  Those are the questions that Megan has to deal with in Meetings of Chance by Darlene Deluca all the while dealing with the recent death of her mother.

Progress by Amy Queau Book Review

Some of my gauges of how much I truly like a book are:
Can I put it down easily?
Can I can watch a movie instead of read the book?
Am I okay with only reading a chapter or two then putting the book down for awhile?
Do I constantly think about going back to the book if time doesn't allow me to read it right then and there?

So by that gauge I must have truly loved Progress by Amy Queau because I read it in one afternoon.  And I do love this book.  I say I read it in almost one sitting--only stopping to give the dogs a potty break and to get some dinner (I would've been content to not take that break).

Daughter's Justice by Thaddeus Nowak Book Review

What would you do to right a wrong?  How far would you go?  Who would you trust to help you seek justice and not cloud the line of revenge?  Stephanie, the main character in Daughter's Justice by Thaddeus Nowak has to deal with just those questions.  As well as the minor problems of people wanting to burn her at the stake for being a witch and her mother stealing the kingdom's treasury.  Daughter's Justice is a perfect follow-up to Mother's Curse that will have you wanting to hide from the reality so you don't have to put the book down!