Category: Fiction

Sunday Reviews

The Clan of the cave bear by Jean M. Auel

This novel of awesome beauty and power is a moving saga about people, relationships, and the boundaries of love.

Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read

Through Jean M. Auel’s magnificent storytelling we are taken back to the dawn of modern humans, and with a girl named Ayla we are swept up in the harsh and beautiful Ice Age world they shared with the ones who called themselves The Clan of the Cave Bear. A natural disaster leaves the young girl wandering alone in an unfamiliar and dangerous land until she is found by a woman of the Clan, people very different from her own kind.

To them, blond, blue-eyed Ayla looks peculiar and ugly – she is one of the Others, those who have moved into their ancient homeland; but Iza cannot leave the girl to die and takes her with them. Iza and Creb, the old Mog-ur, grow to love her, and as Ayla learns the ways of the Clan and Iza’s way of healing, most come to accept her. But the brutal and proud youth who is destined to become their next leader sees her differences as a threat to his authority. He develops a deep and abiding hatred for the strange girl of the Others who lives in their midst, and is determined to get his revenge.

My Thoughts

this series has been a favorite for me from my teenage years. it’s incredibly interesting and detailed. I recommend it .

Sunday Reviews

The Fox that Burns by K.N. Gemme

My parents were two of the most powerful individuals in the supernatural world. Yet, that didn’t stop an unexpected betrayal, or a neglected evil, from attacking our home when I was nine years old. I lost my parents, my home, and my childhood that night.
It’s been a thousand years since that day. I’ve watched the world change, move on, and forget. To survive, I tried my best to do the same. I learned to hide the elemental powers I’d inherited from my mother by pretending to be a strong Spirit Witch while doing what I could to ignore what I’d inherited from my father, even though the need to stop dirty souls was an itch on my own.
In recent years, that itch drove me to become a consultant crime scene analyst for the New England division of the Supernatural Department of Honor, or SDH for short. I willingly bore witness to crimes that tempted instincts I’ve spent lifetimes burying, because I knew my assistance helped stop dirty souls without exposing my Familiar, my Shadow or myself.
That was, until I put it all at risk when I offered to drive to Maine to do — what should have been — a simple confirmation of identity but turned into a race against the clock to save a young girl’s life. For when the fox burns, everything will change, whether I want it to or not…

Disclaimer: The Fox That Burns is the first novel in a long-running series. It’s an intricate story with many pieces, where Book One barely scratches the surface. Expect unanswered questions and cliffhanger that may not be answered until the very last book. And yes, there will be a slow-burning romance that will take time to develop. If you enjoy those kinds of stories, the Soul Bite novels will not disappoint. If not, you’ve been warned

My Thoughts

The disclaimer is correct. and I am afraid that I never got past the first book so far. the first one is well written, and I probably will be going back to the second but there was a personal disagreement between the author and I so I kinda forgot about the second book for a while. the first one was really good…so good I still have a signed copy on my bookshelf and refise to let go of it .

Sunday Reviews

The Darkangel by Meredith Ann Pierce

The Darkangel, a vampire of astounding beauty and youth, can only summon his full power when he finds his 14th and final bride. But for Aeriel, whom he kidnaps to serve his brides, there is something about him–something beyond his obvious evil–that makes her want to save him rather than destroy him. The Darkangel–Pierce’s first book, originally released in 1982–was an ALA Best Book for Young Adults, a New York Times Notable Children’s Book, a Parent’s Choice Award Superbook, and a Booklist Best Book of the Decade.

My Thoughts

This was the first vampire novel I had ever read.  it’s the first one in a trilogy. all three of them are great reads.

Sunday Reviews

Fireflies , smores, and that time I might have accidentally kinda started a faerie war by Alex Nonymoous

It takes a special kind of evil to be a mean girl at an autistic summer camp, but Faith Harris has been excelling at that ever since she first arrived.

Whenever that was. Despite her obsession with Faith, Lots and the rest of her cabinmates can never seem to pinpoint exactly how long they’ve known her.

Still, Lots is going to enjoy this summer. She only has a couple of years left until she’ll have to leave camp and the friendships she’s made there behind, so she’s determined to make the most of it.

Even with camp attendance dwindling. And her best friend signing up to spend a lot more time away from Lots than they’d previous discussed. And the entirety of Faerie declaring war against her cabin after Lots accidentally annoys Faith into revealing her true nature.

Yup, this summer is going to be perfect.

My Thoughts

my son bought me this for my birthday. he was super excited about it. the author is pansexual and autistic. and they write characters that show queer and autistic traits. I honestly felt seen . the story was so much fun and it was something that was truly rich characters.

Sunday Reviews

Sessions with a Demon by Finn O’Malley

Are you ready for your first session of therapy?

Everyone’s got issues, even demons.
When Ren, a Synergy demon, begins showing favor towards his human assignments, it raises alarm among his superiors. His punishment is one he never anticipated: Weekly sessions with famed demon therapist Dr. Lilith Madson.

A moral debacle ensues when an intriguing human recognizing his invisible presence on the streets and forces him to realize Lilith may have a wicked agenda of her own. Whose side will he take? The human with the all-consuming need for revenge or the delusional therapist determined to wreak havoc?

My Thoughts

Okay I shared the announcement of the sequel last week. so I thought it was a good time to review it on my own personal page. This book is a well written roller-coaster. the characters are strong and the plot is sound. by the end you are simply wishing for more – and more os about to be released.

Sunday Reviews

The Changeover by Margaret Mahy

A clammy hand pressed Laura down onto her knees beside Jacko’s bed. It was the hand of terror, nothing less.’

It was a warning. Laura felt it when she looked in the mirror that morning. There had been others: the day her father left home, the day she met Sorensen – the boy with the strange silver eyes.

But nothing had prepared Laura for the horror of today. And now her little brother, Jacko, was fighting for his life after being sucked dry of his youth by the sinister Carmody Braque.

Laura knows there is only one way to save Jacko; she must join Sorensen and use his supernatural powers to change over if there is to be any hope for her little brother.

An unforgettable, supernatural romance.

My Thoughts

This was quite a good read. Very young adult romance. I always wanted to read more about the characters.

Sunday Reviews

The Hunger games by Suzanne Collins

The first novel in the worldwide bestselling series by Suzanne Collins!

Winning means fame and fortune. Losing means certain death. The Hunger Games have begun. . . .

In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV.

Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister’s place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before-and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.

My Thoughts

I love the idea that this was built on. I see several plot holes in the story…but it is not a terrible read. I enjoyed the story. The characters are sympathetic and overall the story was a good read.

Sunday Reviews

During delicate negotiations with an aggressive race called the Sindareen, Deanna Troi mysteriously falls ill and dies, and Commander Riker sets out on a journey across time to bring her back to life.

My Thoughts

the problem with trying to do book reviews is I have always been a voracious reader. And while I have met books I didn’t care for those too can make reviews. this book felt like I was revisiting old friends as it was several years after watching the show discovered it. If you enjoyed sttng I recommend this book. the characters were on point. and it feels like it fills in Deanna and rikers story.

Sunday Reviews

Discover the Brilliant Verse of The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson

Emily Dickinson’s poetry is a profound exploration of life, nature, love, death, and the human spirit. The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson gathers the entirety of her remarkable work, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the mind of one of America’s greatest and most enigmatic poets.



A Poet of Depth and Mystery

Dickinson’s unique voice and innovative style broke the conventions of her time, blending vivid imagery, stark honesty, and contemplative introspection. Her poems, often brief yet deeply evocative, delve into universal themes with an unparalleled emotional intensity. From her musings on immortality to her observations of the natural world, Dickinson’s poetry resonates with timeless beauty and insight.



Key Themes in Dickinson’s Poetry:



Nature: The beauty, mystery, and symbolism of the natural world.

Life and Death: Profound reflections on mortality, grief, and the afterlife.

Love and Loss: The complexities of human relationships and emotional longing.

Faith and Doubt: An exploration of spirituality and existential questions.

Individuality: A celebration of self-expression and the inner life.



A Timeless Legacy

The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson offers a comprehensive collection of her extraordinary work, showcasing the genius of a poet who continues to inspire readers with her bold imagination and profound truths. This collection is a treasure for poetry lovers and anyone seeking to connect with the beauty of the written word.

My Thoughts

My introduction to poetry was this book, followed by Edgar Allen Poe. Her poetry is still one of my favorites.

Sunday Reviews

Deryni Rising by Katherine Kurtz

The classic novel that introduced the Deryni and launched Katherine Kurtz’s career.

In the land of Gwynedd, the Haldanes have long ruled and have long kept a dangerous secret: there are those of their blood who possess the magical powers of the Deryni. To be Deryni in a land ruled by the all-powerful Church is to be branded an outcast.

But now, young Prince Kelson is about to assume the throne after the mysterious death of his father. He must be told of his magical heritage. For his legacy is being challenged by a woman who does not hesitate to lay full claim to her Deryni powers. And to face her in magical combat, Kelson must learn a lifetime’s worth of magic in a few short days.

If he loses, he dies as his father did. And if he wins, he is King—but all the world will know that he is also Deryni…

My Thoughts

This was the first high fantasy book I had ever gotten my hands on and it created a long time love for the genre. the characters are richly written and the world building is amazing. I honestly could visualize the story.