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Review: Deathless Creatures by Katie Wilson

Deathless Creatures by Katie Wilson

A heartbroken young woman with a passion for art history and an apparent inability to die is introduced to the shadowy world of immortality in Deathless Creatures by Katie Wilson, a romantic and macabre vampire thriller.

In the gloomy post-Covid world of Seattle, a tragic accident derails Sarah Woodward’s life, but a chance encounter with another loner sets her headache-wracked existence on a death-defying new course. Finding solidarity and perhaps an explanation for her isolation, the intensity of love overwhelms them both, with dangerous consequences.

From its shocking opening page to the dramatic finale, this supernatural thriller exudes a gritty […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-19T10:36:55+02:00May 28th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Vampires Book Reviews|

Review: Time to Dance, Time to Die by Leonora

Time to Dance, Time to Die by Leonora

A captivating novel that intertwines the elegance of ballet with the ominous threads of a psychological thriller, Time to Dance, Time to Die: A Paranormal Tale of Devotion, Deceit, and Murder by Leonora provides both an insider’s look at the world of ballet and a chilling narrative of ambition turned deadly.

Erica, a young and hopeful dancer, receives the life-altering opportunity to audition for the prestigious Romanova Ballet Conservatory. Accepted under the tutelage of Madame Alexandra Romanova, a renowned former star of the Kirov Ballet, Erica’s dreams appear to be within her grasp. However, the world of ballet proves to […]

Jeyran Main2024-06-18T12:26:22+02:00May 22nd, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Thriller Book Reviews|

Review: A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments by Bob Ashley, Charles F. Smith, and Gordon W. Schuett

A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatment by Bob Ashley, Charles F. Smith , and Gordon W. Schuett

An informative and passionately penned book that will leave readers better prepared and protected the next time they cross paths with the slithering species, A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments: Bad Medicine, Snake Oil, Potions, Elixirs and Kits by Bob Ashley, Charles F. Smith, and Gordon W. Schuett is a surprisingly eye-opening and entertaining account for its niche subject. With more than two million snake bites each year, as well as roughly 100,000 deaths, understanding the dangers of snakebites is a critical issue, particularly in tropical regions, and this book offers both a historical overview and specific treatments that can […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-05-21T17:01:42+02:00May 21st, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews, Lead Story|Tags: Science Book Reviews|

Review: Le Yankee Noir by Samuel E. Pair

Le Yankee Noir: The Power of Acceptance by Samuel E. Pair

Earnestly exploring the perennial struggle of being a stranger in a strange land, Le Yankee Noir: The Power of Acceptance by Samuel E. Pair is a powerful reflection on communication, respect, and the revelatory nature of connection.

In the midst of a modest career in the aerospace industry, Samuel E. Pair was offered an unexpected opportunity to travel to France and oversee the rescue operation for the new A330 Airbus propulsion system that was behind schedule and at risk of failing entirely. Initially leaving his family behind and heading for Toulouse, with no knowledge of French and no connections in […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-13T17:42:58+02:00May 15th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Memoir Book Reviews|

Review: The Guide by Greg Munck

The Guide by Greg Munck

A straight-shooting memoir of turmoil and triumph on the many battlefields of life, The Guide: Survival, Warfighting, Peacemaking by Greg Munck is an astute and unflinching look at military life through the eyes of a native son.

Carrying readers through decades of growing up too fast, straightening out in the Marine Corps, falling in love, finding a deep commitment to God, and working hard to find a more peaceful path, this is an emotional and evocative account of survival and resilience. Within the recollections of Munck’s past, particularly those from childhood and his direct experiences in warfare, there are starkly […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-05-13T17:40:00+02:00May 13th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews, Lead Story|Tags: Memoir Book Reviews, Military Book Reviews|

Review: Walking with Evaristo by Christian Nill

Walking with Evaristo by Christian Nill

Passionate and personal confessions from a justice-driven storyteller, Walking With Evaristo: A Memoir of Celebration and Tragedy in the Land of the Achí Maya by Christian Nill is a captivating account of a nearly forgotten calamity.

After embarking on a journey to Guatemala for extended service in the Peace Corps, the author is exposed to the eye-opening wonders of a culture far removed from anything he’s ever experienced, yet he soon finds connection through shared values, curiosity, and basic human kindness. While working on various infrastructural and ecological projects in the municipio of Rabinal, he engages with the local Mayan […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-13T17:41:40+02:00May 10th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: History Book Reviews, Memoir Book Reviews|

Review: Doctor Lucifer by Anthony Lee

Doctor Lucifer by Anthony Lee

Medical malpractice takes on a whole new meaning in Doctor Lucifer by Anthony Lee, a disturbing and dark peek into the vulnerabilities of the medical system and the quiet heroes who keep it safe.

A nightmarish and deadly shift in the hospital for Dr. Mark Lin leaves his confidence shaken and his credibility in question, but the string of near-deadly patient crises feels suspicious, particularly in the midst of a malware attack that has destabilized internet protocols across the hospital. When he finds inexplicable discrepancies in the medication orders he placed, he knows that he’ll be held responsible for the […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-05-08T16:46:57+02:00May 8th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews, Lead Story|Tags: Thriller Book Reviews|

Review: Stress, Anxiety and Panic Attack Relief for Teens and Adults by Kris Knack Noeldner

Stress, Anxiety and Panic Attack Relief for Teens and Adults by Kris Knack Noeldner

Detailing the causes of and potential treatments for mental health struggles in our modern age, Stress, Anxiety, and Panic Attack Relief for Teens & Adults: 13 Proven Holistic & Conventional Techniques for a Happier Life in a Stressful World by Kris Knack Noeldner is a quick and clear-eyed read with valuable advice relevant to most everyone.

In the face of a growing generational crisis of anxiety, depression, and mental health disorders among teenagers and adults, this book offers both an explanation of symptoms and a healthy guide for management and treatment. Based around thirteen different strategies for relieving stress and […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2024-06-11T17:50:30+02:00May 6th, 2024|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Psychology Book Reviews|