SPR’s book reviews of new self-published books
Cute Poodles, Sweet Old Ladies and Hugs: Veterinary Tales by Dr. P.J. Miller
For anyone who’s ever wondered what goes on behind closed doors in a veterinary clinic, Cute Poodles, Sweet Old Ladies and Hugs provides an entertaining glimpse into the world of pet care.
P.J. Miller, a real-life vet. is a transplanted New Yorker who set up his practice in Florida, supported by a sassy and very competent support staff. Miller provides a wide spectrum of patient and owner anecdotes that are oftentimes hilarious (Mrs. Sweet and Cuddles) and sometimes poignant (Katie and Willy). The book is a tongue-in-cheek misnomer, as Miller’s practice seems to consist of less-than-grateful owners and those who […]
Doubloon Cove: The Secret of the Ancient Visitors, an enjoyable middle grade novel by Kelly Novak, harkens back to classic sleuths like the Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, and the Three Investigators.
What young teenage girl doesn’t have a secret or two? Megan’s Munchkins, a work of middle grade fiction by Pamela Foland, shows us that secrets come in all shapes and sizes.
Psychological thrillers are supposed to be compelling but the really good ones, like Frozen Statues, Perdition Games by L.E. Fraser, will really throw the reader for a loop.
Being the Best You! by Fayth Thomas is a charming and informative children’s book about caring for people and finding out what you want to be when you grow up. Darwin is given an assignment at school to see what job he might want to do when he’s an adult. At first he’s not really sure, but then he realizes he likes caring for his grandmother who has diabetes and decides he wants to be a doctor, which has all his fellow students cheering.
The Dragon King by Mike Shelton is the exciting conclusion to The Alaris Chronicles series, a strong fantasy series with a heavy emphasis on dragons and sorcery. In this third installment, the evil Wizard Kanzar may have been vanquished, but Bakari, now the Dragon King, Battlemaster Alli, and High Wizard R