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To Build a Fire by Jack London

To Build a Fire by Jack London

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Frightening.

You wouldn’t expect a short story thriller about man versus nature to be scary, yet Jack London implemented the fear factor perfectly. I’m impressed with the vivid descriptions and imagery that Jack London could show in this tale. It felt like I was in the Yukon with the man and wolf-dog. Expertly written and memorable. I feel inspired!

I highly recommend To Build a Fire and would re-read it. My reading engagement was high throughout the story, and I’m shocked I didn’t read this sooner. The foreshadowing is superb. I am interested in reading more novels by Jack London.

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How to Get Rich by Donald J. Trump

Trump: How to Get Rich by Donald J. Trump

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


A great read!

I had a lot of fun reading this book. While I didn’t agree with some things, much of the information is rock-solid. I am grateful that Donald J. Trump created this book, and I’ll read more from him soon. The pictures were a fabulous addition, and it was nice to get into Donald’s head and see things the way he did. I recommend it.

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The Secret Doctrine of Wealth by Alexander Lux

The Secret Doctrine of Wealth: Discover Timeless Principles to Reshape Your Financial Destiny by Alexander Lux

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


It’s a helpful read.

Pros:

1. The book cover is noticeable.
2. The book’s title is excellent.
3. It’s novella length.
4. It’s edited.
5. I learned a lot.
6. I highlighted many sentences, even whole pages’ worth of information.
7. I took notes and applied some exercises in this book.
8. Positive reinforcement helped me learn and understand doctrines.
9. Alexander Lux created a fabulous conclusion for this book.
10. This book helped me realize some of my weaknesses and offered solutions to the problem.

Cons:

1. Some of the information was repetitive.
2. This book would have been better if it had been shorter.

I highly recommend this finance book. It’s easily one of the best I’ve ever read.

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Shadows of Fear by Maggie Ford

Shadows of Fear by Maggie Ford

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


It’s fantastic.

Pros:

1. It’s an excellent psychological thriller.
2. It’s novella length.
3. It’s the beginning of a series.
4. My reading engagement was high.
5. It’s expertly written.
6. The book cover is good.
7. The mystery.
8. The cliffhanger.
9. It’s a clean read.
10. The twists.

Cons:

1. Emily never gets a gun.

I recommend this book.

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Shadows and Whispers by Michael Jess Alexander

Shadows and Whispers by Michael Jess Alexander

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


This collection is excellent.

A Forest Haunt:

It is a unique story about a man who wishes to live a secluded life but is bombarded with unfortunate circumstances and paranoia. The ending is wild, but it makes sense after thinking about it. 5 stars.

Famished:

I like the name of this story, and it fits the overall theme. My reading engagement was high throughout it, and the ending made me think. 5 stars.

Illusive:

This is another interesting short story about the unexpected occurring and what an opportunist does for freedom. A creature feature. 4 stars.

A Slave to Love:

This is a unique spin on a horror short based on Valentine’s Day. It reminded me of the TV series Dexter. This horror tale hits hard, and the length is perfect. Michael Jess Alexander should make shorter tales like this one. 5 stars.

On the Edge of Oblivion:

Michael Jess Alexander switches it up by alternating POVs involving the supernatural, dark fantasy, and mystery. 4 stars.

Chiornamas = disability
Zatol = to bother
Chianudor = flatulent

Michael Jess Alexander is an expert at crafting horror shorts and flash fiction. In this order, my favorite tales were A Slave to Love, Famished, and A Forest Haunt. Another notable aspect of this collection that I admire is that it is a clean read. I wish other horror writers would do the same.

Please give me more seasonal horror shorts featuring Valentine’s Day and Christmas!

I received a free book copy and am leaving this review voluntarily.



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Crimson Silhouettes

Is anyone safe from the monster that prowls the night?

Skye Noir, a hardened detective from New York City, finds herself in the vibrant and mysterious city of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Known for its pristine beaches and bustling tourism, Skye soon learns there is more to this city than meets the eye. Her new boss, Lieutenant Chambers, assigns her a case involving several disappearances, eerily similar to a cold case from years ago. But as she delves deeper into the investigation, she discovers disturbing evidence—pools of blood and strange, otherworldly occurrences.

And with Halloween approaching and a full moon on the horizon, Skye can’t help but feel a sense of impending doom. Nightmares and the feeling that something sinister lurks in the shadows haunt Skye despite her new partner, Detective Lily Quinn’s reassurances. Will she be able to solve the case before it’s too late? Or will the next full moon bring unimaginable horrors to San Juan?

Fans of supernatural mysteries and thrillers will enjoy this chilling tale of twists and turns. It is a must-read for readers who loved High Moor and The Town That Cried Werewolf.

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The Visitor by Sergio Gomez

The Visitor by Sergio Gomez

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


It’s better than I expected.

Pros:

1. The book cover is noticeable.
2. It’s novella-length.
3. It’s well written.
4. The cuss words are not overbearing.

Cons:

1. I won’t re-read this.

I don’t understand nor agree with the bad ratings.

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A Colossal Injustice by Miguel Angel Hernandez Jr.

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It is perfect for James Patterson and Robert Galbraith fans, as it features alternating POVs and a blend of genres.

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The Secret Gift by Daniel Hurst

The Secret Gift by Daniel Hurst

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Exciting.

Pros:

1. It’s short.
2. The book cover is fantastic.
3. Perfect for the holidays if you’re into thrillers.
4. It’s well-written.
5. It’s edited.
6. It’s realistic.

Cons:

1. I won’t re-read this.
2. The police might be smarter in real life than what Daniel Hurst portrays in this book.

I won’t re-read this short story, but I would be open to reading more books from this author.

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Xmas Break by J. E. Rowney

Xmas Break: A Christmas Thriller by J.E. Rowney

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


It’s better than you think.

Pros:

1. It’s a good read.
2. Several genres are blended into this story, such as romance, thriller, mystery, and horror.
3. The title is fitting, mainly after reading the story.
4. It’s an atmospheric thriller, which I enjoyed.

Cons:

1. I didn’t like the main character, Isla.
2. I don’t like Isla’s name, chiefly when compared to Greg, James, and Clara.
3. I didn’t like some one-liners.
4. Some of the romantic stuff made me cringe.
5. I won’t re-read this.

I’d be open to reading more from this author, but the romantic aspect of this story makes me cringe.

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