I SHALL RETURN WITH WINTER

I Shall Return with Winter was an exciting read! There's a lot of action that kept me enthralled. Welburn's story telling is exceptional and his imagination is endless. I highly recommend this story for lovers of dark fantasy.

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Review: The Nightblade

The Nightblade by Matthew Olney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Nightblade by Matthew Olney is the first book in The Sundered Crown Saga, I believe, though, I could be wrong.

This story gives some insight to the Nightblades and their mission. This is such an interesting story with great characters. The only problem I had with the story was that I feel as if the ending was rushed a bit, but I would still recommend this book.



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Review: 11/22/63

11/22/63 by Stephen King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Outstanding!

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Review: The Strangers

The Strangers by Margaret Peterson Haddix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Strangers by Margaret Peterson Haddix is the first book in the Greystone Secrets. Chess, Emma, and Finn Greystone always knew who they were, but things change when three other children with the same names and birth dates catch their attention.

This was an extremely interesting and fun read. I loved the characters, and the mystery that Margaret Peterson Haddix creates kept me turning the pages. I highly recommend this book to lovers of middle grade mystery.



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Review: First Rider's Call

First Rider's Call by Kristen Britain
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

First Rider's Call by Kristen Britain is the second book in the Green Rider series. Karigan G'ladheon refuses to heed the Green Rider's Call. She has went back home in hopes of having a normal life, but things aren't always so easy.

I really loved Karigan in the first book, but for some reason I couldn't get into her character in this book. She seemed like a different character, which is the reason for my rating. The writing and the world Kristen Britain has created is interesting but it wasn't enough to continue with the series.

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Review: Moonlocket

Moonlocket by Peter Bunzl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Moonlocket by Peter Bunzl is the second book in The Cogheart Adventures trilogy. Lily and Robert are trying to figure out what the Moonlocket is, but they get a rude awakening when secrets from Robert's past come to light.

This is a story that can be read as a stand alone, though there are mentions of instances from the first book, it will in no way ruin this story for the reader.

I thought this was a fun, yet sad story at times. I love the characters and the world the author has created.

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Review: Waters of Salt and Sin: Uncommon World Book One

Waters of Salt and Sin: Uncommon World Book One by Alisha Klapheke
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Waters of Salt and Sin by Alisha Klapheke is the first book of the Uncommon World series. Kinneret is determined to have a better life for her sister and herself.

This story had the potential to be a really good read. There was action and magic, which are great for a fantasy novel, and what I look for as a lover of fantasy, and I was hoping to read of a strong female character, but the swooning became too repetitive, and the decisions the MC made were not of a strong willed female.

Others may enjoy this story, but it just wasn't for me.

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Review: The Ashen Levels

The Ashen Levels by C.F. Welburn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Ashen Levels by C.F. Welburn is all five books in one edition, FLEDGLING; JOURNEYMAN; ADEPT; HERO; PARAGON. Welburn has a beautiful writing style, and a wonderful imagination. This story has a very unique magic system and odd, wonderful characters. I can't say enough about this story. If you read one book this year, or any other year, for that matter, you must read The Ashen Levels! You will be thoroughly delighted!

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Review: Green Rider

Green Rider by Kristen Britain
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Green Rider by Kristen Britain is the first book in the Green Rider series. Karigan G'ladheon has run away and finds herself in a situation that is fraught with danger.

This is a beautifully written adventure of a young girl trying to find her way. Great world building and wonderful characters have made this one of my favorite stories.

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Review: Wishtree

Wishtree by Katherine Applegate
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wishtree by Katherine Applegate is about Red. A tree, but not just any tree. Red is a Wishtree.

This story wasn't what I thought it was going to be, but I found it to be imaginative and creative. I loved the characters, and the writing was simple but enticing. A great story of the differences of people around us and the feelings these differences can evoke. I feel all children should read this book.


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Review: The Shadow Tribe: The Savers

The Shadow Tribe: The Savers by Jaffrey Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Savers by Jaffrey Clark is the fifth book in The Shadow Tribe series. The children have found out about themselves.

Great series! One of my favorites!

Read my review of book one here:

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Review: The Shadow Tribe: The Takers

The Shadow Tribe: The Takers by Jaffrey Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Takers by Jaffrey Clark is the fourth book in The Shadow Tribe series. Joby has befriended Tara and Mickam and they are on the cusp of solving the mystery.

I love this series. I love the mystery and I love the characters. Great storytelling by Clark. I recommend this book to lovers of fantasy.

You can read my review of book one here:

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Review: Siege of Shadows

Siege of Shadows by J.A. Andrews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Siege of Shadows by J.A. Andrews is the final installment of The Keeper Chronicles. Sini came from the streets and is now with the Keepers, but she feels she doesn't fit in. Will she be able to find a place to call home?

J.A. Andrews' storytelling is delightful, her characters alive, and her world vivid. Andrews has a unique way of bringing her characters forth and bringing them to life, and making you care for these people as if they are your family and friends. I don't usually get so emotionally attached, but Andrews' characters had my emotions running all over the place. I laughed, cried, got angry, and hopeful. This story has everything a great fantasy novel should have.

I love this trilogy so much that it has a place right next to my Tolkien books on my shelves, and there is no higher honor that I could give Andrews' story than that. This is a clean fantasy and a must read. I highly recommend Andrews' works. You will not be disappointed.

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Review: The Hiding Place

The Hiding Place by C.J. Tudor
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Hiding Place by C.J. Tudor is her second novel. Joe is going back to where he was born, but does he really want to? No...not after what happened. Can he face his past, or will it consume him?

Tudor does it again! With her writing, solid characters, and her infusion of horror mixed with mystery, this story will keep you on the edge of your seat while quickly turning the pages. This is an excellent tale of fear, confusion, and self loathing. I highly recommend this story to anyone looking for an intense read.

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Review: The Shadow Tribe: The Son of a Soldier

The Shadow Tribe: The Son of a Soldier by Jaffrey Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Son of a Soldier by Jaffrey Clark is the third book in The Shadow Tribe series. Joby and Tara team up with Mickam to try to find the answers they need to solve their mystery.

I read the first three books and found The Shadow Tribe to be a quite engaging series. With wonderful writing, Clark has a way of bringing his characters to life and making us care for them. We see their struggles and feel their torment. While the series starts out with us meeting Joby, we are introduced to an array of wonderful, and not so wonderful people. The setting is like any other city that has its wealthy and poor, but Clark puts you in that city as if you were actually living there yourself.

With great descriptions, Clark's imagination and character development takes us into Joby's world. Full of mystery and intrigue, and did I forget to mention magic? Yes, magic, as with a lot of fantasy, Clark adds an element of magic that I've not read about bringing something new to the genre. I highly recommend this series to middle graders and adults alike.

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Review: The Shadow Tribe: The Girl with the Stars

The Shadow Tribe: The Girl with the Stars by Jaffrey Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Girl with the Stars by Jaffrey Clark is the second book in The Shadow Tribe series. Joby meets Tara, just another homeless kid, and they search for answers to a mystery.

I read the first three books and found The Shadow Tribe to be a quite engaging series. With wonderful writing, Clark has a way of bringing his characters to life and making us care for them. We see their struggles and feel their torment. While the series starts out with us meeting Joby, we are introduced to an array of wonderful, and not so wonderful people. The setting is like any other city that has its wealthy and poor, but Clark puts you in that city as if you were actually living there yourself.

With great descriptions, Clark's imagination and character development takes us into Joby's world. Full of mystery and intrigue, and did I forget to mention magic? Yes, magic, as with a lot of fantasy, Clark adds an element of magic that I've not read about bringing something new to the genre. I highly recommend this series to middle graders and adults alike.

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Review: The Shadow Tribe: The Boy with the Scar

The Shadow Tribe: The Boy with the Scar by Jaffrey Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Boy with the Scar by Jaffrey Clark is the first book in The Shadow Tribe series. Joby is homeless, and he does what he has to do to survive.

I read the first three books and found The Shadow Tribe to be a quite engaging series. With wonderful writing, Clark has a way of bringing his characters to life and making us care for them. We see their struggles and feel their torment. While the series starts out with us meeting Joby, we are introduced to an array of wonderful, and not so wonderful people. The setting is like any other city that has its wealthy and poor, but Clark puts you in that city as if you were actually living there yourself.

With great descriptions, Clark's imagination and character development takes us into Joby's world. Full of mystery and intrigue, and did I forget to mention magic? Yes, magic, as with a lot of fantasy, Clark adds an element of magic that I've not read about bringing something new to the genre. I highly recommend this series to middle graders and adults alike.


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Review: Elevation

Elevation by Stephen King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stephen King does it again! Though a quick read, King finds a way to get you into the story and he doesn't let go. You find yourself rooting for the characters and sometimes you find yourself crying for them. I just loved this story. Short but sweet, it is.

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Review: Mariel of Redwall

Mariel of Redwall by Brian Jacques
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mariel of Redwall by Brian Jacques is the fourth book in the Redwall series.

All I can say is this series is so much fun to read. I highly recommend it.

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Review: Mattimeo

Mattimeo by Brian Jacques
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mattimeo by Brian Jacques is the third book in the Redwall series.

I just love this series. It takes me back to when I was a kid. It is so much fun to read!

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