Review: Storm Front

Storm Front by Jim Butcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Semi-gritty, this is a Supernatural tale that kicks off a series. It has some good action and builds a mythology around the main character, Harry Dresden. He is a wizard of sorts and is brought in to help the police solve crimes that may not be "normal". He also has a past that apparently puts him at odds with some sort of wizard council. Overall, the story is okay...good, not great. I will venture forward with at least the next couple as this series was recommended to me by a friend whose judgement I trust.

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Review: Post Captain

Post Captain by Patrick O'Brian
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This entire book is so bleak and you really begin to feel for Capt. Aubrey. His reputation is trashed, he is on the run from the debtor's prison goons, and even his relationship with Stephen takes a bit of a beating. While it is not a "happy turn" it still gives some satisfaction in the end. I think the fact that there is still no magic fix given to our protagonist, the story holds just that extra bit of realism that makes this series so amazing.

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Review: Fight the MonSter: Find a Cure for MS

Fight the MonSter: Find a Cure for MS by Doug Dandridge
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I will skip talking about my own contributions and leave that to other reviewers, but I will say that the other tales in this little tome are VERY worth the time, and not only that, but all proceeds go to an excellent cause. If you are wanting "feel good" horror, skip the introductory tale. That story alone was worth this book and perhaps the most chilling tale I have read.

The audio version is a highlight reel of excellent talent and really displays the amazing narrators that make up the Falcon Sound team.

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Review: Reversion: The Inevitable Horror

Reversion: The Inevitable Horror by J. Thorn
My rating: 0 of 5 stars

This book is a bit cerebral in its approach to horror. It is not full of spine-tingling stuff that has you on the edge of yoru seat, instead, it has a lot to offer the mind as you journey through a very interesting take on "after-life"(?)

I did find myself wanting a bit more action at times, but once I got into the flow, I found this to be a very pleasant read that fit perfect in small doses during my day.

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Review: The Gift

The Gift by Rhonda Hopkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a well-crafted and that is easy to see as a Hallmark Christmas movie. It does not tread (nor does it need to) on any uncharted ground, but is simply a good story that leaves you feeling warm when you finish.


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Review: Raising Hell - A Quincy Harker, Demon Hunter Novella

Raising Hell - A Quincy Harker, Demon Hunter Novella by John G. Hartness
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was just plain fun. There is something here that hooked me. It was dark, and full of sarcasm. It gets a little "left-wingy" at times which I could do without, I just thought it was the writer being a bit "snarky". The story did not need jabs at Fox News to have a good story. Also, there was one VERY long and protracted Latin section I could have done without. But as for the story and the characters, all top-notch and I will be digging in to this series in the very near future.

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Review: The Final Dawn: A Debut Novella of Revenge, Betrayal and Treacherous Love

The Final Dawn: A Debut Novella of Revenge, Betrayal and Treacherous Love by Alice Catherine Carter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story grabbed me from the start. Set in Russia during World War II, this story is as cold as the landscape and just as harsh. Valeyria is shaped by events that happen in the opening scene and harbors a hatred that will never melt. No spoilers, but strap in for an afternoon and enjoy the ride. The ending is the reward.

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