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Watch Me Die by Erica Spindler – A Review

Watch Me DieWatch Me Die by Erica Spindler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Despite the fact that I was suprised to discover after beginning it that this book was not the first part of a series–the dust jacket says nothing about the previous books–I was able to enjoy it as a stand-alone novel. There were details about the main characters that I’m sure I missed because I haven’t read the other books, but it didn’t impact my reading enjoyment.
The story is fast-paced and the suspense builds with each turn of the page. Ms. Spindler kept me guessing right to the very end.
I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good thriller and I look forward to reading the other parts of the series.

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Cannibal Hearts by Misha Burnett – A Review

Cannibal Hearts (The Book Of Lost Doors, #2)Cannibal Hearts by Misha Burnett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really can’t say enough good things about Mr. Burnett’s style. Cannibal Hearts is every bit as thrilling as its predecessor, Catskinner’s Book. Once again, the author’s original concepts impress and delight as the horrors abound. His attention to detail and the depth of his characters–James and his mostly non-human friends as they exist undetected for what they are in the real world–continue to ensure a read that I couldn’t wait to get my hands on every time I had a spare moment to myself.

Hands down, this is one of the best sci-fi series I’ve ever read. I can’t wait for the next installment!

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Catskinner’s Book by Misha Burnett – a Review

Catskinner's Book (The Book Of Lost Doors)Catskinner’s Book by Misha Burnett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Full of non-stop action, I loved the twists and turns as the story of James and Catskinner unfolds. This well written sci-fi novel by Misha Burnett is set in a realistic world into which a reader can escape. Alive with imaginative creatures, Catskinner’s Book is an original that I had a hard time putting down.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a great sci-fi story, and I couldn’t wait to start into Book Two – Cannibal Hearts.

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Wicked Appetite by Janet Evanovich – a Review

Wicked Appetite (Lizzy & Diesel #1)Wicked Appetite by Janet Evanovich
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Having never read a Janet Evanovich novel before, I ventured into Wicked Appetite with no expectations. I was pleasantly surprised at the humour and the easy way it reads.

Once I got past the suspension of disbelief one must hold in order to fully enjoy this story, I couldn’t put it down. The witty, funny and entertaining conversation between the characters was a delight to read, and the fact that I never knew what was coming next kept me enthralled right to the very end.

I would highly recommend this book for the lover of fantasy/romance fiction. I can’t wait to pick up the next in the series!

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