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Review: Freeing Linhurst: Into the Tunnels by Al Cassidy

With a bold spirit and a nose for a good mystery, one ghostly adventure was never going to be enough for young Jack Alexander. In Freeing Linhurst: Into the Tunnels, author Al Cassidy breathes fresh life into his courageous characters – Jack and Celia – from the first book in the series.

Two years have passed since they first delved into the secrets of Linhurst State School and Hospital, and both have dealt with their first fantastical foray in different ways. Jack has been tormented by the memories of Linhurst, from merciless teasing at school to haunting dreams that […]

Review: Storm Shelter by Raymond Payne

Storm Shelter by Raymond Payne is a vivid illustrated novel based on his 2004 novel Shelter from the Storm, which tells the tale of Juan “Johnny” Lopez and his plans to escape from a juvenile detention center.

With a fellow gang member to help him, Johnny thinks he has everything figured out. He will escape and tell anyone who will listen about the conditions at the facility. At the same time that Lopez is planning to obtain his freedom, Danny Matthews – a young boy who had spent a good part of his life in foster care – is on […]

SPR2019-01-11T14:50:42+02:00September 12th, 2018|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Comics & Graphic Novels Reviews, Contemporary Fiction Book Reviews|

Review: Cold Solar by Anthony C. Robinson

There is always an envelope to be pushed in the realm of sci-fi, and in Cold Solar, author Anthony C. Robinson smashes together unlikely companions in an incredibly creative setting, delivering a memorable and violent romp through a terrifying future. The complex premise and deeply interwoven characters, combined with Robinson’s unpredictable plot lines, makes for a genre-defying novel that reads fast and feverish.

In this visionary future, the dominant corporation that essentially rules Earth is rapidly flying towards a conflict with their oppressed colonies on Mars. While a Mars-Earth battle plot is not unique in the genre, this story […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2019-08-14T12:29:40+02:00September 7th, 2018|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Science Fiction Book Reviews|

Review: Ribbons of Death (Peacetaker Series Book 1) by Edita A. Petrick

Unlikely companions embarking on an adventure to save the world is a popular and perennially successful angle for thrillers, but Ribbons of Death by Edita A. Petrick takes this common form to the next level. Combining elements of mythology, philosophy, psychology and spirituality with good old-fashioned suspense and action, this novel is a fast-paced ride that you won’t want to end.

When an ancient power – long believed to be a myth – rises again and begins to spread madness throughout the world, it is up to Agent Carter and Dr. Hunter to find the puppet masters controlling the Peacetaker. […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2018-10-12T07:14:06+02:00September 5th, 2018|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Action and Adventure Book Reviews, Thriller Book Reviews|

Review: Arklight: Force Interdiction by J.M. Myrick

Novels that could easily fit into 5 or 6 different sections of a bookstore don’t come around very often. Arklight: Force Interdiction by J.M. Myrick is one such creation, a sweeping and creative ride that transcends time, heroic ideals and the traditions of genre.

The plot and premise that Myrick began with Operation: Nightfall is sharpened and expanded in this sophomore offering, with the ancient weapons of the Knights Templar once again being fought over, and the fate of humanity hanging in the balance. Many of the same compelling characters from the first book reappear on Spear Team, the special […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2018-10-11T10:02:59+02:00September 4th, 2018|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Science Fiction Book Reviews, Time Travel Book Reviews|

Review: Voidstalker by John Graham

Envisioning the spread of mankind throughout the stars has been a rather recent development, but these dreams of expansion have sparked countless books, movies, television shows and even space program initiatives. John Graham taps into this common passion to deliver a powerful and frightening vision of humanity’s future in Voidstalker, which more than delivers with its dark, prophetic undertones.

Now that human beings have expanded into new corners of the galaxy, new threats appear, but the old failings of greed and deception still linger, given humans’ darker impulses. Gabriel Thorn is one of the elite operatives who is trained to […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2018-12-07T07:43:54+02:00August 28th, 2018|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Science Fiction Book Reviews|

Review: The Rebellious Earthling: Tale of The Turquoise Mirror by Andi Hayes

For those readers who are looking for both a depraved and darkly amusing novel, The Rebellious Earthling: The Tale of the Turquoise Mirror is a story that should not be missed. Coming across as a long-form allegory for the weakness of mankind and the rise of evil in modern society, this whip-smart book may seem outlandish, but the underlying messages are deeply rooted in reality.

When one of the Fallen Angels insidiously ruins an entire village of peace-loving, animal-honoring goblins, a new horrifying species is created, full of cruelty, selfishness, violence and an (almost) complete lack of morality. In Tartarus, […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2018-10-27T12:37:03+02:00August 28th, 2018|Categories: Book Reviews, Lead Story|Tags: Fantasy Book Reviews, Science Fiction Book Reviews|

Review: 2018 Tax Reforms: And What It Really Means for You by C D Leonard

2018 Tax Reforms: And What It Really Means for You, C D Leonard’s examination of the new tax laws of 2018, is a well-organized, accessible analysis of a generally complex subject.

In this comprehensive overview, Leonard aims to clarify both the facts and the myths regarding the new US legislation known as the Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA) enacted this year by the Trump administration. Because the details of the TCJA can be daunting to a layperson, Leonard endeavors here to try to explain the basics of the new legislation to those who will be affected by it.[…]