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October 24, 2023
#BadMoonRising is here! Day 24: The BEK Curse by Jonathan Pongratz #horror #novella #thriller @TPolen6
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October 23, 2023
#BookReviews: Goodbye Old Paint (The Hat #7) by C.S. Boyack @Virgilante and Deep in the Forest Where Poetry Blooms: Just Her Poetry Book Two by D.L. Finn @dlfinnauthor #Fiction #GoodReads #Kindle
Hi everyone. Today I have two book reviews for you by authors who are some of my faves: C S Boyack and D L Finn Here are my reviews >>>
About the Book:
Lizzie and the hat haven’t been as careful as they think. When the FBI comes knocking, they know all about their nighttime pursuits.
Who even knew we had a Geospatial Intelligence Agency? This obscure part of the intelligence community has a problem that requires a special skillset. Lizzie and the hat are tasked with ridding the intelligence server farm of a gremlin infestation. They’re ill prepared for this one, because .357 magnum revolvers are designed to deal with larger and hairier problems.
The Feds aren’t giving Lizzie much chance to weasel out of the assignment, and they reluctantly accept the job. Lizzie faces some unique trials and has to make new friends to get through the assignment, and avoid a debilitating curse at the same time.
It’s been a hard road for Lizzie during this series, and she’s due for a couple of small upgrades. These are solo titles in a larger series, and you should be able to read any individual one without feeling lost. The series is dark humor at its base, but this one tends a little more toward the humor.
My Review:
A fun, entertaining, and thoroughly enjoyable read
Though I haven’t read all the books of this series, and often the one’s I have read aren’t in order, I enjoy each and every one. While this is book 7 of The Hat series, it works well as a stand alone novel. I’m sure I would have had much fun with revisiting old characters and other shenanigans had I read all of them, but still this book stands out on its own.
I love the story premise of a Government Agency having a problem with Gremlins. I’ll say no more on that to avoid spoilers.
Here are some lines/paragraphs I loved …
‘“Our weapons are unsuited to this job, but we have to do it anyway. It’s like cleaning your bathroom with a fork. Good for what it’s intended for, but not much else.”’
And …
‘The glop slowly reversed course, like a slug making an about-face. “What the hell is that?” the hat asked. “My sourdough starter. I just fed him, so he’s feeling frisky.”’I found this so hilarious and freaking inventive!
And …
‘”I’m nice, see. I’m practically smiling.” He curled his brim upward.’
For pure entertainment value and lots of laughs and imaginative quirks, Goodbye Old Paintgets 5 stars from me. If you love a quick, fun read, then this book is for you!
About the Book:
Embark on a captivating journey with D. L. Finn as she guides you through the intricate landscapes of free verse and symbolic poetry. Hike with her through the magical forest, feel the wind on your face riding on the back of a Harley, or bask on the warm Hawaiian shores. Her search for life’s magic invites the reader to traverse through the four seasons in part one. Emotions, observations, and stories weave through part two’s texture. Whether the words explore a sunset, healing, or magic, each poem flows through moments where poetry blooms.
My Review:
A captivating collection of poetry to take you through forest, the ocean’s depths, & riding a Harley
So many of these poems touched me. Some are full of sadness, others hope, and yet more are on the fun, whimsical side of life, but all enjoyable. So many stood out for me, it’s difficult to highlight just a few. Here are some of the titles of these wonderful poems:
Safe, Muses, Peek, Gratitude, Encounter, Oak Branch, Puddles, Emerging, The Beginning, My Magic, Goodbye, Life’s Song, and–finally, but not all,–As the Sun Sets. Such a short list from a most enticing selection. Below are a few lines that struck me in particular:
‘FROM GRATITUDE: My strawberry plants stretch out like a slow summer yawn.’
And
‘FROM OAK BRANCH: The tree branch dangles like a child’s loose tooth.’
And
FROM AS THE SUN SETS: … nature’s artistry |awakens my stagnant soul | inspiration flows
It pains me to stop there. You have to read this book. Then read it again. And then some more. Honestly, this is a collection of poems to revisit and dip into as each season assaults or inspires. Deep in the Forest Where Poetry Blooms gets a solid five stars from me.
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NOTE ON RATINGS: I consider a 3-star rating a positive review. Picky about which books I give 5 stars to, I reserve this highest rating for the stories I find stunning and which moved me.
5 STARS: IT WAS AMAZING! I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN! — Highly Recommended.
4 STARS: I WOULD PULL AN ALL-NIGHTER — Go read this book.
3 STARS: IT WAS GOOD! — An okay read. Didn’t love it. Didn’t hate it.
2 STARS: I MAY HAVE LIKED A FEW THINGS —Lacking in some areas: writing, characterisation, and/or problematic plot lines.
1 STAR: NOT MY CUP OF TEA —Lots of issues with this book.
Goodbye Old Paint: a-fwd.com/asin=B076VWBYGZ
Deep in the Forest Where Poetry Blooms: a-fwd.com/asin=B076VWBYGZ
I’d love to hear what you think of these reviews. Thanks for stopping by 
***Due to limited energy and time, I will be taking a break from publishing review posts for the foreseeable future. Thank you for following my reviews all this time! Now and then, I will post a review for any authors in my online circle, but won’t be reviewing traditionally published books. I’ll pop in from time to time with updates and teasers on my planned projects. Hugs, Harmony 
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#BadMoonRising is here! Days 22 & 23: Killing the Butterfly by Dale Ward #thriller #suspense and Infected (SFV-1 Book 1) by Terry Tyler #psychologicalthriller #dystopian @TPolen6 @ DWardMedia @TerryTyler4
Hi everyone! It’s October, which means it’s a whole month of Bad Moon Rising! You can find this paranormal fun-filled fest over at Teri Polen’s place … Day 22 HERE and Day 23 HERE
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October 21, 2023
#BadMoonRising is here! Day 21: Fan Mail by Joseph Lewis #thriller #mystery #crime @TPolen6
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October 20, 2023
#BadMoonRising is here! Day 20: The Gift (Harbor Pointe 2) by Gwen Plano #novella #family @TPolen6 @gmplano
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#BadMoonRising is here! Day 19: A Peril in the Bayou (A Medium’s Peril 2) by Teagan Ríordáin Geneviene #paranormal #supernatural @TPolen6 @teagangeneviene
Hi everyone! It’s October, which means it’s a whole month of Bad Moon Rising! You can find this paranormal fun-filled fest over at Teri Polen’s place … HERE
As yesterday was my writing day, here is day 19. I now have just under 6000 words on book 1 of the Harmony House of Horrors series, and 2500 on book 2 … yep, there’s a story (pardon the pun!) there 
Day 20 will arrive soon!
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October 18, 2023
#BadMoonRising is here! Day 18: Seal the Deal by Armand Rosamilia #horror #psychologicalthriller @TPolen6 @ArmandAuthor
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October 17, 2023
#BadMoonRising is here! Day 17: Sir Chocolate and the Chinese Candy Dragon by Robbie and Michael Cheadle #childrensbook #Halloween #cooking @TPolen6 @RobertaEaton17
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October 16, 2023
#NewBook: The Gift by Gwen M Plano @gmplano #suspense #familydrama #feelgoodfiction #harborpointeseries @StoryEmpire
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all doing well.
Today, I’m delighted to announce the release of the second book in the Harbor Pointe Series: The Gift. I’ve read every novella in the series, and I love them all! You can find the series HERE.
My Review:
A heart-wrenching and heart-warming story of struggle, determination, the kindness of strangers, and—ultimately—redemption through forgiveness
‘A scream echoes through the snow-laden branches of redwood trees that crowd an old Chevy pickup.’ From this gripping opening line, the author drags the reader into the scary world of Shelly, a young woman of 16 who finds herself pregnant, rejected by her parents, and alone in a snowstorm. To make matters worse, her truck runs out of fuel in a remote forested wilderness, and Shelly goes into early labour.
This is a heart wrenching and heart-warming story of struggle, determination, the kindness of strangers, and—ultimately—redemption through forgiveness. Faith and the importance of community thread throughout this narrative, with characters that make us root for them and care what happens. Below are some lines I loved …
‘Evidence of little Annie was nowhere to be seen, even though she lived in their broken hearts.’
And …
‘Basically, I need someone on the ground who cares as much as I do. Someone I can depend upon to assess situations quickly and mobilize. I want this area preserved for our kids’ kids.’ … An important reminder in this day and age, where climate change and the destruction of natural habitats is a real problem.
And …
‘He sits and stares blankly, reviewing the last hour. A job, a home, and—soon—a marriage.’ … A wonderful reflection on how life can turn on a hairpin without warning.
If you like cosy reads about family, community, coming of age, and coming to terms, you are sure to love this book. The Gift by G M Plano gets a solid five stars, and I highly recommend this feel-good read.
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NOTE ON RATINGS: I consider a 3-star rating a positive review. Picky about which books I give 5 stars to, I reserve this highest rating for the stories I find stunning and which moved me.
5 STARS: IT WAS AMAZING! I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN! — Highly Recommended.
4 STARS: I WOULD PULL AN ALL-NIGHTER — Go read this book.
3 STARS: IT WAS GOOD! — An okay read. Didn’t love it. Didn’t hate it.
2 STARS: I MAY HAVE LIKED A FEW THINGS —Lacking in some areas: writing, characterisation, and/or problematic plot lines.
1 STAR: NOT MY CUP OF TEA —Lots of issues with this book.
Universal Purchase Link for The Gift: https://mybook.to/TheGiftbyGwenMPlano
#BadMoonRising is here! Day 16: Prisoners of the Wailing Tower (Minstrels of Skaythe 5) by Deby Fredericks #fantasy #suspense #thriller @TPolen6
Hi everyone! It’s October, which means it’s a whole month of Bad Moon Rising! You can find this paranormal fun-filled fest over at Teri Polen’s place … HERE
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