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December 10, 2016
On the 10th day of advent K.J. recommends to me….
Every day on the run up to Christmas I am going to recommend a book that I truly enjoyed reading.
On the 10th day of Christmas K.J’s advent recommends;
A Soul Divided by Daniel M Quilter (Twitter @dquilter6)
Filled with complex relationships, agendas, betrayal, and vices, not to mention witty banter this book will be sure to leave a smile on your face.
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On the 10th day of advent K.J recommends to me
A Soul Divided by @dquilter6
https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Divided-Blood-Fire-Trilogy-ebook/dp/B00P8F83PQ
#KJsAdvent #MustRead #Bookboost
Please note: this is something I am doing in recognition of the books I have enjoyed. The authors do not know they have been selected, and have in no way asked to participate. I receive no form of profit from these recommendations.
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December 9, 2016
On the 9th day of advent K.J. recommends to me….
Every day on the run up to Christmas I am going to recommend a book that I truly enjoyed reading.
On the 9th day of Christmas K.J’s advent recommends;
Two Hearts Surrendered by Tamara Ferguson (Twitter @Tammysdragonfly)
The perfect balance between vivid imagery and great interaction
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On the 9th day of advent K.J recommends to me
Two Hearts Surrendered by @Tammysdragonfly
https://www.amazon.com/HEARTS-SURRENDERED-Wounded-Warrior-Romance-ebook/dp/B016VYD1AE
#KJsAdvent #MustRead
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December 8, 2016
On the 8th day of advent K.J. recommends to me….
Every day on the run up to Christmas I am going to recommend a book that I truly enjoyed reading.
On the 8th day of Christmas K.J’s advent recommends;
Mayan: Atlantis Returns by Neil Enock (Twitter @NeilEnock)
A cast of well-developed, interesting characters to guide the reader through an entertaining story of discovery and reflection
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On the 8th day of advent K.J recommends to me
MAYAN – Atlantis Returns by @NeilEnock
https://www.amazon.com/MAYAN-Atlantis-Returns-Millennia-Book-ebook/dp/B01LYW31L6
#KJsAdvent #MustRead #Bookboost
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December 7, 2016
Some amazing 5 star reviews from Readers’ Favorite for The Severaine
Here’s a taste of what’s being said;
Reviewed By Christian Sia for Readers’ Favorite
“There are books you pick up, read, savor, and put aside; you forget them and move on to the next. But there are some you read, put down, and they continue to haunt you for a very long time. K.J. Simmill’s The Severaine is the kind that you will read and find it very painful to put down,
The Severaine is beautifully written, fast-paced, with very compelling characters. You’ll find intrigue and betrayal, and a powerful and plot-driven conflict. There is a lot of action to hasten the pulse of the reader’s heart, a lot of beautifully crafted scenes that leave the reader looking forward, anticipating more surprises. I enjoyed the hints of Norse and Greek mythology. This book combines different genres — thriller, dystopian, and fantasy — to weave a spell that will have readers entranced as they leaf rapidly through the pages. This is one of the stories I would love to watch on screen, a very entertaining read.”
Reviewed By Romuald Dzemo for Readers’ Favorite
“It is in dire times that heroes are made and Daniel is one such hero, a character that readers will fall in love and suffer with. He is a man with his own woes, but very keen on the sense of good and justice. Once again, here is a monumental struggle between the forces of good and evil and K.J. Simmill demonstrates a great skill in characterization and plot, with each page laced with surprising twists to arrest the attention of readers and have them turning the pages. As one reads this beautiful and impassioned, gritty story, it becomes even harder not to imagine it being played out on the big screen. The prose is elegant and highly descriptive, conjuring up images that will stay in readers’ minds for a very long time. It was a delight reading The Severaine.”
Reviewed By Divine Zape for Readers’ Favorite
“The Severaine features many powerful themes and the most dominant one is the clash of evil against good and the author explores how the human mind can be twisted to want to use a dark power for very personal and egotistical ends. The author demonstrates great knowledge of ancient mythology, featuring entities like Zeus and creating a universe where evil and God co-exist. The evil power in this narrative will remind some readers of the magical Ring in the Lord of the Rings. Besides creating a very powerful conflict, the author also creates heroes who are so human, flawed, but guided by something beyond themselves — a deep sense of justice and the will to fight for what they believe in. K.J. Simmill’s book is the kind that you read and then pick up again to read.”
Reviewed By Arya Fomonyuy for Readers’ Favorite
“K.J. Simmill starts the narrative with powerful descriptions, drawing the reader in by introducing the conflict, first in the minds of the characters and, not so long from there, the reader is swept off their feet and pulled into a world of intense action. The story is well paced and the author has the uncanny skill of building tension in readers with well-crafted scenes that leave them longing to know what follows after. The language is impeccably good. What I enjoyed about the writing is that the author doesn’t shy away from telling and, although this is book two in the series, readers are not bogged down with unnecessary backstory. The Severaine is a masterpiece and I won’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking for a great read. Great writing, plot, and characters.”
Reviewed By Ruffina Oserio for Readers’ Favorite
“There is a lot I loved about K.J. Simmill’s writing. The first is the powerful cast of characters. Then there is the great writing with descriptions that are compelling and that draw the reader in irresistibly. It is interesting to see how the author pays attention to details without sacrificing the pace. The reader is introduced to the conflict right at the start, and the hook comes across forcefully when the author presents the monster and its thirst. Then there is also the personality of Daniel, a man plagued with dreams and visions of a bleak future. I enjoyed that K.J. Simmill’s characters are very human, that they know fear, that each has something to worry about. For instance, Daniel “feared the night more than his death. Death was an end, a release, and through it he would find peace. But to sleep was to invite dreams.” The Severaine is huge entertainment.”
If you’ve not already got your copy for the holiday season you can get it here:
The Severaine – UK
The Severaine – US
“It’s not just a book, it’s the gift of magic.” ~ K.J. Simmill
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On the 7th day of advent K.J. recommends to me….
Every day on the run up to Christmas I am going to recommend a book that I truly enjoyed reading.
On the 7th day of Christmas K.J’s advent recommends;
What I Love About Dublin by Amanda Laneley (Twitter @amandalaneley)
Filled with charisma and passion, not only between the characters, but in the writing itself
Buy it here.
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On the 7th day of advent K.J recommends to me…
What I Love about Dublin by @amandalaneley
https://www.amazon.com/What-love-about-Dublin-Contemporary-ebook/dp/B01LXV5CN6
#KJsAdvent #MustRead
Please note: this is something I am doing in recognition of the books I have enjoyed. The authors do not know they have been selected, and have in no way asked to participate. I receive no form of profit from these recommendations.
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December 6, 2016
On the 6th day of advent K.J. recommends to me….
Every day on the run up to Christmas I am going to recommend a book that I truly enjoyed reading.
On the 6th day of Christmas K.J’s advent recommends;
The Power of the Stones by Aidan Stone (Twitter @Lourack1)
A well-paced, enjoyable plot filled with a wide array of vivid and unique characters
Buy it here.
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On the 6th day of advent K.J recommends to me
The Power of the Stones by @Lourack1
https://www.amazon.com/Power-Stones-Tales-Aelfyce-Book-ebook/dp/B01MCTDQX7
#KJsAdvent #MustRead #Bookboost
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December 5, 2016
Book review: Dark Harvest (Dark Moon Series Book 2)
Dark Harvest (Dark Moon Series Book 2) is a paranormal, urban fantasy written by authors Shelly M. Burrows and Michael S. Stewart.
Mike and Bentley were exiled from their home for all eternity. They knew there would be 
things they would miss, the sun, their friends, but they certainly wouldn’t miss the trouble. They had each other and that was all that really mattered. They looked forward to a fresh new start, intending to take full advantage of the opportunity to simply be together. But whilst they may have left trouble behind, it isn’t finished with them yet. Chess and Soren have located a recently unearthed relic. An obsidian sacrificial knife and it is just what they needed. It was rumoured this knife was once used by the Aztecs and said to retain the souls of all killed by its blade. Now they have their own purpose in mind for this ancient relic. They are hell bent on revenge. As the only ones to survive from their brood they have spent centuries avoiding their Sire, Cronus, but the odds are slowly tipping to their favour. Soon will come the time to face him, but first they must gather power, and there are few who would dare stand in their way.
Dark Harvest is an action packed read, filled with vivid, interesting characters. Shelly M. Burrows and Michael S. Stewart write in a way that clearly shows the depth of creation in both world, back stories, and characters. Clearly a lot of time and attention has been spent not only on the gripping main plot, but character arcs and stories. The more you read, the more you feel you know these characters, and thus the more invested in the plights you become. The characters mentioned above aren’t the sole focus of the story, there is a wide cast, each with their own roles to play in events. The paranormal market, being in high demand, has become saturated of late, but this is one story that breaks away from the restrictive notions and breathes fresh life into a genre which is quickly becoming stagnant.
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On the 5th day of advent K.J. recommends to me….
Every day on the run up to Christmas I am going to recommend a book that I truly enjoyed reading.
On the 5th day of Christmas K.J’s advent recommends;
The Calling by Louise G White (Twitter @LGWhiteAuthor)
Action packed with vivid characters and an engaging plot.
Buy it here.
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On the 5th day of advent K.J recommends to me…
The Calling by @LGWhiteAuthor
https://www.amazon.com/Calling-Gateway-Book-1-ebook/dp/B00IZPSKUO
#KJsAdvent #MustRead #Bookboost
Please note: this is something I am doing in recognition of the books I have enjoyed. The authors do not know they have been selected, and have in no way asked to participate. I receive no form of profit from these recommendations.
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December 4, 2016
On the 4th day of advent K.J. recommends to me….
Every day on the run up to Christmas I am going to recommend a book that I truly enjoyed reading.
On the 4th day of Christmas K.J’s advent recommends;
Prince of the Blood by P.J. Webb (Twitter @PletchaPJWebb )
A breath of fresh air. Well-researched, unique, and captivating.
Buy it here.
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On the 4th day of advent K.J recommends to me
Prince of the Blood by @PletchaPJWebb
https://www.amazon.com/Part-One-Prince-Transformation-Chronicles-ebook/dp/B00LS3XL5E
#KJsAdvent #MustRead #Bookboost
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December 3, 2016
On the 3rd day of advent K.J. recommends to me….
Every day on the run up to Christmas I am going to recommend a book that I truly enjoyed reading.
On the 3rd day of Christmas K.J’s advent recommends;
Darkspire Reaches by C.N Lesley (Twitter @darkspires)
A brilliant high fantasy that will keep you hooked from beginning to end.
Buy it here.
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On the 3rd day of advent K.J recommends to me…
Darkspire Reaches by @darkspires
https://www.amazon.com/Darkspire-Reaches-C-N-Lesley-ebook/dp/B00DJE8RP4
#KJsAdvent #MustRead #Bookboost
Please note: this is something I am doing in recognition of the books I have enjoyed. The authors do not know they have been selected, and have in no way asked to participate. I receive no form of profit from these recommendations.
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