Sadina and the islanders are up against both man and nature as they navigate their way to Alaska. There, they hope to meet the mysterious Godhead, unsure of what separates myth from truth. But the Godhead, now led by Alexandra, is fractured. Within the cracks of their sacred trinity, secrets are revealed that blur the lines of good and evil forever.
After a devastating discovery, Isaac and Sadina are forced to split up. Minho holds the rest of the group together, but it’s his beliefs that are slowly falling apart. What once drove Minho to join his sworn enemies is causing him to question everything. When Sadina finds a clue in The Book of Newt, her mission to meet the Godhead becomes even stronger. Isaac and Old Man Frypan come across an enigmatic traveler and learn that the cure isn’t what it once was. They are shaken to the core when they realize that the immunes aren’t as immune as they should be, and the world as a whole is evolving in a dangerous new direction.
In Alaska, The Godhead and the sacred site of the Maze face something that no generation of Pilgrims before them has ever witnessed. Beliefs will change, futures will be rewritten, and not even the Godhead knows what will happen next.
REVIEW
THE GODHEAD COMPLEX by James Dashner, is the next installment in the Maze Cutter Series. Told in multiple view points with crisp short chapters, with various quests. Readers will continue to find the storyline engaging and the author’s writing creative and fresh.
Readers who enjoy dystopian books and long time Dashner fans will find themselves completely immersed within the pages of this thrilling book
Happy Reading 🫶📖
About the Author
James Dashner is #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Maze Runner series, including The Maze Runner, The Scorch Trials, The Death Cure, The Kill Order, and The Fever Code, and the d Mortality Doctrine series (The Eye of Minds, The Rule of Thoughts, and The Game of Lives). Dashner was born and raised in Georgia, but now lives and writes in the Rocky Mountains.
Full of humor, drama, and adventure, this retelling of a little-known figure of Arthurian Legend, co-written by friends Kaliis Smith and #1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black, is perfect for any knight in training.
Prince Morien was brave and clever and true…
The brave North African knight Morien is on a quest to find his father, who had set off on an adventure of his own and never returned. But every knight he meets wants to fight! At first, Morien is determined to best them all, until he meets some knights willing to quest with him. Together, they discover not only the importance of friendship, but also Morien’s long-lost father!
REVIEW
Sir Morien: The Legend of a Knight of the Round Table by Holly Black and Kaliis Smith
Sir Morien: The Legend of a Knight of the Round Table by Holly Black and Kaliis Smith, is a delightful adaptation of a 13th-century Arthurian tale. The book captures young children attention by using bold colors and wonderful graphics. Having known the tale of Sir M’orienta of the Knights of the Roundtable, made this book an added bonus. For those who don’t know the epic tale of Sir Morien, written into Celtic Arthurian canon in the 1200s and contemporaneous with the tales of Sir Galahad this will be a special treat for you and young readers. I going to gift several young people this delightfully whimsical book.
Thank you @tbrbeyondtours @littlebrownyoungreaders for having me on this book tour
AUTHORS
Holly Black is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of fantasy novels, including the Novels of Elfhame, THE COLDEST GIRL IN COLDTOWN, the Spiderwick Chronicles, and her adult debut, BOOK OF NIGHT. She has been a finalist for an Eisner Award and the Lodestar Award, and the recipient of the Mythopoeic Award, a Nebula, and a Newbery Honor. Her books have been translated into 32 languages worldwide and adapted for film. She currently lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret library.
Ebony Glenn is an Atlanta based illustrator who enjoys bringing stories to life with whimsical imagery. A passion for the arts and great storytelling, she aims to create illustrations that will provide rich literary experiences for young readers as well as incite more joy and magic into others’ lives. She also loves to create joyful and heartwarming crafts to satisfy her endless need to always make new things.
The final volume of the critically acclaimed mystery series featuring Jane Austen as amateur sleuth
March 1817: As winter turns to spring, Jane Austen’s health is in slow decline, and threatens to cease progress on her latest manuscript. But when her nephew Edward brings chilling news of a death at his former school, Winchester College, not even her debilitating ailment can keep Jane from seeking out the truth. Arthur Prendergast, a senior pupil at the prestigious all-boys’ boarding school, has been found dead in a culvert near the schoolgrounds—and in the pocket of his drenched waistcoat is an incriminating note penned by the young William Heathcote, the son of Jane’s dear friend Elizabeth. Winchester College is a world unto itself, with its own language and rites of passage, cruel hazing and dangerous pranks. Can Jane clear William’s name before her illness gets the better of her?
Over the course of fourteen previous novels in the critically acclaimed Being a Jane Austen Mystery series, Stephanie Barron has won the hearts of thousands of fans—crime fiction aficionados and Janeites alike—with her tricky plotting and breathtaking evocation of Austen’s voice. Now, she brings Jane’s final season—and final murder investigation—to brilliant, poignant life in this unforgettable conclusion.
PRAISE FOR JANE AND THE FINAL MYSTERY
• “Poignant . . . Elicits deep emotion out of Jane’s struggles against her own mortality. This is a fitting send-off for a beautifully realized series.”— Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
• “Barron developed Jane’s narrative voice by reading Austen’s collected and published letters, and it is neither spoiler nor surprise to say that series readers will be sorry to say goodbye to Jane Austen, amateur sleuth.”— Booklist
• “[Barron] has brilliantly combined authentic historical and biographical details with skillful plotting and a credible evocation of Austen’s wry, distinctive voice. She brings the English author’s final investigation to a poignant, unforgettable close. Fans of this historical series will not be disappointed.”— First Clue
This book was received from the Author, and Publisher, in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.
This is a non spoiler review, because you as reader need to read this book. Also, I feel sometimes I have in the past gave away to much of the plot line. This has diminished the pleasure for would be readers.
Jane and the Final Mystery by Stephanie Barron is the final installment to her “Being a Jane Austen Mystery” series, set in the Georgian era.
March 1817, Jane Austen latest manuscript comes to a halt, as she is grappling with the illness that will soon take her in July of that year. She travels to Winchester College accompanied by nephew Edward to investigate the death of one of his former schoolmates at Englands prestigious prep school, Winchester college.
William the son of her dear friend widowed Elizabeth Heathcote is the key suspect in the murder of Arthur Prendergast.
Stephanie Barron has captivated readers since 1996 in her wonderful mystery series that featuring Jane Austen as an amateur sleuth. Meticulous researched, Barron has consistently written exceptional books. The voice of Jane Austen rings true, along with the authors ability to draw readers into a rewarding mystery The rich imagery of place and time along with the characters themselves were absolutely wonderful and so vividly descriptive. If you are a lover of Jane Austen or cozy mysteries themselves, please reward yourself with this book series.
Happy Reading 🫶📖
Thanks to @soho_press, @Austenprose
AUTHOR
Stephanie Barron is a graduate of Princeton and Stanford, where she received her Masters in History as an Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Fellow in the Humanities. Her novel, THAT CHURCHILL WOMAN (Ballantine, January 22, 2019) traces the turbulent career of Jennie Jerome, Winston Churchill’s captivating American mother. Barron is perhaps best known for the critically acclaimed Jane Austen Mystery Series, in which the intrepid and witty author of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE details her secret detective career in Regency England. A former intelligence analyst for the CIA, Stephanie—who also writes under the name Francine Mathews—drew on her experience in the field of espionage for such novels as JACK 1939, which The New Yorker described as “the most deliciously high-concept thriller imaginable.” She lives and works in Denver, CO.
Today I’m excited to participate in the Bookstagram & Creative Tour for One Last Touch by Jade Church hosted by MTMC Tours.
Title: One Last Touch
Author: Jade Church
Publication Date: October 13th, 2023 Genres: Paranormal Romance
This is a standalone romantic horror perfect for fans of The Haunting of Bly Manor and Spells For Forgetting. If you love haunting romance, mystery and spice, then this book is for you!
I had never seen a ghost before I’d come to Alswell Manor…
Staff who disappear after sunset. Footsteps that echo in the halls. Alswell Manor is at once a place of life and death, love and tragedy. When the manor passes to Georgina after her mother’s death, she is unprepared for how much the old house would feel like home.
Haunted by the mysteries in her past, Georgina is determined to unravel the truth of what happened to her mother, and their twisted connection to the house drawing her in.
With malevolent forces stalking her every move, and a man she could never have growing closer to capturing her heart, Georgina must uncover the truth, before it too claims her.
One Last Touch is a standalone romantic horror perfect for fans of The Haunting of Bly Manor and Spells For Forgetting. If you love haunting romance, mystery and spice, then click to buy now!
INTL Tour-wide Instagram Giveaway!
Head over to my Instagram account to enter the tour giveaway where two readers will win a signed paperback copy of One Last Touch!
Ends on October 28th, 2023. Winner will be announced on @mtmctours’ Instagram account.
REVIEW
From the desk of Gwendalyn
This book was received from the Author, and Publisher, in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.
This is a non spoiler review, because you as reader need to read this book. Also, I feel sometimes I have in the past gave away to much of the plot line. This has diminished the pleasure for would be readers.
A ghostly fast paced read, with some interesting paranormal elements. This book features a dark a sinister manor, along with a heavy dose of spice. Alswell Manor, a haunting place where Georgiana’s mother was murdered on the grounds.
It now has been handed down to Georgiana. An ominous presence is lurking in the shadows and Georgiana is determined to find out what actually happened to her mother.
If you’re into a spicy reads with an urban gothic setting don’t miss this one!
Jade Church is an avid reader and writer of spicy romance. She loves sweet and swoony love interests who aren’t scared to smack your ass and bold female leads. Jade currently lives in the U.K. and spends the majority of her time reading and writing books, as well as binge re-watching The Vampire Diaries.
Jade holds a degree in English and Creative writing and is an experienced freelance editor and beta reader. She previously worked as both a publisher and editor for an independent press and her experience is primarily within the romance and fantasy genres.
Doraan and his entire crew are cursed to never walk on land again. For ten long years, they have roamed the sea, attacking,and pillaging to survive. Doraan placed all his faith in his family to find a way to break their wretched curse, but when he discovers that his hope of freedom was nothing more than a dream, his world comes crashing down.
Kamira is on the run from a life she never wanted. Finding shelter by stowing away on a ship docked far out to sea, Kamira disguises herself as a boy in the hope of making it to the ship’s next port alive. Little does she know-their craft won’t be stopping at any port.
Stuck aboard a vessel full of pirates with no destination in sight, Kamira fears they will not only discover that she is a woman but also a sorceress. Now she must face the threat of being thrown overboard-or worse, being turned in to the empire for hiding her outlawed gifts.
As Kamira struggles to keep her identity hidden and gain their trust, Doraan sees her as a glimmer of hope for their cursed fate, even if it comes with a steep price. With danger at every turn, Kamira and the crew of the Cursed Soul must navigate treacherous waters in an attempt to not only save themselves but all of Emmoria.
This book was received from the Author, and Publisher, in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.
This is a non spoiler review, because you as reader need to read this book. Also, I feel sometimes I have in the past gave away to much of the plot line. This has diminished the pleasure for would be readers.
Captain Doraan, and his crew have been suffering from The Curse of Forcina, for ten long agonizing years. Banned to a life at sea and only allowed to return to land one hour one day a year. Years of trying to break the curse that Doraan has been dealt by his fathers past transgressions. A runaway Legion, Kamira is an Elemental with the power of the four elements. In the Empire of Emmoria, the Elementals who posses extraordinary magical capabilities, are persecuted and destroyed by the Ungifted.
Fleeing in the night, she takes a small rowboat, and takes a chance aboard a dark ship,The Cursed Soul.
K.C. Smith’s new fantasy adventure was everything I hoped it would be. I found myself completely immersed within the pages of this engaging read. The authors exceptional writing capabilities allows you to be thrown right into a beautiful, vivid and established world with believable characters that I found quite compassionate to read about. The perfect reading experience, that features dual, POV’s, along with magic, pirates, evil sorceress, and a reluctant hero.
Happy Reading 📖
AUTHOR
K.C. Smith (Katelyn) is an author of fantasy and adventure novels plagued with curses. Working as an accountant by day, writing has given Katelyn a creative escape from the corporate world. She lives in Maryland with her husband and their chihuahua, Tank. When not writing or reading, Katelyn can be found rock climbing and traveling the world!
The accidents are not a matter of chance. They are deliberate. As English gentleman William Kensley becomes aware of the danger at Rosenleigh Manor, he pleads for the truth of his past from the only man he can trust—until that man is murdered.
As the secrets unfold into scandal, William’s world is tipped into destitution, leaving him penniless and alone. His only comfort is in the constant friendship and love of Isabella Gresham. If he does not have their nonsense at the seashore, their laughter, their reckless adventures, has he anything at all?
He should have known that would be ripped from him too. When a hidden foe arises from their acquaintances and imperils Isabella’s life, William may be the only one willing to risk his life to rescue her. But even if he frees Isabella from her captors, will he still have to forsake her heart?
Some sacrifice everything for love. Others sacrifice love for everything else. In this haunting tale of rigid social prejudices and heart-aching regrets, the greatest decision of their life will be determined in the garden of the midnights.
PRAISE FOR GARDEN OF THE MIDNIGHTS
• “Hannah Linder’s engrossing new novel is taut with life-and-death danger, twisty turns, and sweet, forbidden romance. Garden of the Midnights is sure to keep you up late turning pages!”— Julie Klassen, bestselling author of The Sisters of Sea View
• “A uniquely atmospheric novel, Garden of the Midnights intrigues from page one and never lets up. Readers will be swept away in the mystery and romance, and find themselves cheering for William and Isabella as they fight for their happily ever after. Hannah Linder’s newest is beautifully written and a wonderful fresh take on the genre. One not to be missed!”— Joanna Barker, author of A Heart Worth Stealing, A Game of Hearts, and Otherwise Engaged
• “Unexpected twists and turns abound in this sweeping Regency suspense! Hannah Linder’s writing is reminiscent of Austen, with fresh storytelling that will keep you on the edge of your seat.”— Kasey Stockton, author of I’m Not Charlotte Lucas and the Bradwell Brothers series
This book was received from the Author, and Publisher, in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.
This is a non spoiler review, because you as reader need to read this book. Also, I feel sometimes I have in the past gave away to much of the plot line. This has diminished the pleasure for would be readers.
Garden of the Midnights by Hannah Linder is truly a lovely regency story.
Hanna Linders’s newest book is full of mystery and romance. The book follows William Kensley and Isabella. William has inherited a sustainable estate, Rosenleigh Manor. When questionnable attempts on his life has moved him to wonder who would want him removed from his new status. Shadows from his unknown father further complicate matters, and he only wants answers.
In a series of events everything changes, and his world takes a devastating twist. His budding relationship with Isabella Gresham is the only light in his tragic life. When she is threatened he must face a foe from his past.
Readers will find the multi-layered mystery complex, along with just enough romance to keep them immersed. William’s faith is tested and his struggle feels real.
What immediately grabbed my attention in this story was the complexity of the characters. All characters were raw, honest, and flawed. This book was filled with compelling characters and I really enjoyed everything that each of them brought to this story throughout the novel. Hanna Linder’s incorporates faith based elements within her storyline that seems authentic, and adds so much to the overall storyline. Fellow readers will enjoy this moving historical fiction.
Happy Reading ♡
AUTHOR
Hannah Linder resides in the beautiful mountains of central West Virginia. Represented by Books & Such, she writes Regency romantic suspense novels filled with passion, secrets, and danger. She is a four-time Selah Award winner, a 2023 Carol Award semi-finalist, and a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW).
Also, Hannah is an international and multi-award-winning graphic designer who specializes in professional book cover design. She designs for both traditional publishing houses and individual authors, including New York Times, USA Today, and international bestsellers. She is also a self-portrait photographer of historical fashion.
When Hannah is not writing, she enjoys playing her instruments―piano, guitar, ukulele, and banjolele―songwriting, painting still life, walking in the rain, and sitting on the front porch of her 1800s farmhouse. Her next novel, The Girl from the Hidden Forest, is releasing on May 1, 2024.
Haunting of Hill House meets found-footage horror in this edge-of-your-seat thriller that explores the power of family ties and the trauma that lurks there.
When Sophia Galich was twelve, she starred in her older sister Layla’s amateur horror movie Vermillion, which recorded raw footage of her very real reactions to scenes her sister concocted in their old Californian house on the coast–Cashore House.
In the years after the film’s release, Sophia’s relationship with her sister became more strained, while her memories of the now-infamous house fueled her nightmares. Vermillion amassed an army of fanatical fans who speculated about the film’s hidden messages, and it was rumored that Layla made a pact with the devil–her soul in exchange for fame and arcane knowledge. Sophia dismissed this as gossip…until Layla disappeared.
Now, Sophia must study the trail of clues Layla has left behind, returning to the very place where it all began. As she gets closer and closer to Cashore House’s haunted heart, she must once again confront the ghosts of her childhood. But the house won’t reveal its secrets without a fight.
Review
From the desk of Gwendalyn
This book was received from the Author, and Publisher, in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.
This is a non spoiler review, because you as reader need to read this book. Also, I feel sometimes I have in the past gave away to much of the plot line. This has diminished the pleasure for would be readers.
When Ghosts Call Us Home by Katya De Becerra is a thrillingly eerie book, with one of the best unreliable narrators I have come across in a YA book.
Sophia Galich starred in her sisters Layla’s home done horror movie, called Vermillion, when she was twelve years old. The movie features Cashore House, a place that holds many secrets. Like the fate of a Russian ballerina who died there in the 1930s. The amateur film footage has a had a huge cult following, because some say it leads watchers to questionable paranormal experience. Now seventeen Sophia’s sisters strange disappearance, moving her to be apart of a documentary reenactment of the malevolent first movie. Sophia hopes to clarify the mystery that shroud her memories of that fated film.
Oh this was such a good book, from the wicked setting to authors ability to create an ominous sow creep as the book slowly unfolds. The unreliable narration from the main MC, along with the backstory, creates a thrilling, addictive paranormal storyline. A definite showstopper, perfect for the spooky season.
Katya de Becerra writes atmospheric young adult horror featuring determined characters, complicated families and enigmatic places. Critics called her debut What The Woods Keep “a thoughtful and compelling horror fantasy” (The Bulletin) and “a narrative that will keep readers enthralled” (Booklist), while her second novel Oasis earned a starred review from Booklist. Katya regularly publishes short fiction in anthologies and literary magazines. She is also co-editor of the anthology This Fresh Hell, which reimagines and subverts horror tropes in new and unexpected ways. As a child, Katya wanted to be an Egyptologist, but instead she earned a PhD in Cultural Anthropology and now works at a university, where she teaches and researches as well as supervises graduate students in Anthropology, Creative Writing and Education. Katya is a short version of her real name, which is very long and gets mispronounced a lot. Her third novel, When Ghosts Call Us Home, is forthcoming in 2023.
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