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Book Spotlight: Heir to The Sun by Karen Lykkebo
After a volatile relationship, all Aura wanted was to start a new life far from her ex-boyfriend, Dave. A sleepy café in a small town seemed the perfect place to reinvent herself, and when a mysterious woman befriends her, enchanting her with fairytales and offering an escape to another world, Aura could have got into more than she bargained for. But when Dave unexpectedly shows up, angry and determined, Aura’s left with little choice but to run. This time, she runs far, far away, across an invisible border to another world; a world of magic where everything is possible. A world, where Aura is known to everyone but her, as The Princess of Light. And although her new title comes with the daunting responsibility of saving the world, the prize of doing so could give her what she’s always A family. As Aura engages on a magical journey of discovery, her hopes to break free from Dave once and for all soon start to fade as she realizes that breaking up with The Angel of Darkness is easier said than done. And even the light needs darkness to cast shadows... Will Aura have the courage to embrace her new world, or will the shadows of her old life keep her in darkness forever?
By Marie Sinadjanabout a year ago in BookClub
Book Spotlight: Grave Covenant by Tobias Youngblood
Already troubled by his younger brother’s untimely death, Ridley faces hell when his fiancée disappears, leaving only a cryptic note. On a quest to get her back, Ridley’s fate becomes intertwined with an insectile shapeshifter and an enigmatic, knife-wielding young girl with an agenda of her own. If Ridley is to have a prayer at saving his fiancée, he will need the help of his strange new friends. In a world where dragons still exist, and vampires hide in the shadows, an even greater threat lurks deep beneath the Outskirts … a god-like menace waiting to add Ridley’s bones to its collection. And Ridley’s fists won’t be enough this time … he’ll have to transform into something else entirely.
By Marie Sinadjanabout a year ago in BookClub
Book Spotlight: Healer's Blade by Kyrie Wang
2023 Page Turner Book Awards - FINALIST 2023 Wishing Shelf Awards - FINALIST A healer on the run. A rebel knight after her heart. Will she betray him to save the England she loves? Eighteen-year-old healer Aliwyn is consigned to solitude after medical failures leave her alienated from her village. With a rebellion against William the Conqueror rumbling on the horizon, she longs to practice her medicine in peace. But when she agrees to hide an orphaned Norman girl, Aliwyn is plunged into the bloody war over the fate of England – a war she’s done her best to avoid. A daring escape from enemy arrows entangles her with the young rebel leader, Tobias, and she is swept into a world of rival factions and secret alliances. Faced with the insurgent army, she must make difficult choices about treating those she despises. Worst of all, Tobias's compassionate nature turns her perceptions of the enemy upside down. After she unravels the fiery secret underpinning the rebel army, Aliwyn is challenged to take fate into her own hands and save England from sweeping destruction. Can she find the courage to fight for what she believes? And can she resist the magnetic charms of the man she’s vowed to defeat? Step into a riveting & magic-free YA fantasy adventure with an authentic historical setting and irresistible slow-burn romance. Set in medieval England rocked by the early introduction of gunpowder and populated by Celtic-inspired tribes, Healer’s Blade is a page-turning read that’s perfect for fans of alternative history. If you like stories with high stakes, political intrigue, and nail-biting action but prefer them to be free from language and sexual content, grab Healer's Blade today! Healer's Blade is FREE on Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk from Oct 18-20.
By Marie Sinadjanabout a year ago in BookClub
Book Spotlight: Disenchanted by Brianna Sugalski
The Princess Bride and Buffy the Vampire Slayer meet Sarah J. Maas' Throne of Glass in this Breton legend-inspired fantasy debut brimming with wry humor, epic adventure, and an irresistible romance. Lilac Trécesson is a prisoner in her parents' castle after a most wicked secret was revealed on the eve of her fifteenth birthday. Years later, her Accession looms upon her father's decision to abdicate, and between the riotous townsfolk and scheming nobles bent on snatching her throne, she prepares for the worst… Until a letter arrives from The Witch of Lupine Grotto, containing a curious offer to banish her curse forever. She begrudgingly trades her coronet for a cloak and ventures into the forest Brocéliande, only to find herself cornered by a bloodthirsty barkeep who demands her help in exchange for protection against the even deadlier forces of the woods. With only the protection of her inherited dagger—and unsolicited help of the sardonic stranger who inserts himself on her quest—Lilac must find the impious enchantress and return in time to claim her crown. Pity the fool to underestimate the girl with subpar blade skills but the spite to make up for it. This is the tale of a cursed princess, A crestfallen killer, The town that wants them to burn, And the witch who can save them both.
By Marie Sinadjanabout a year ago in BookClub
Book Spotlight: Daughter of the Beast by E C Greaves
When the Vulkari raid her village and claim her as their own, Zyntael Fairwinter sees a dark future ahead of her. Unless she can harness the burning will within her to make her escape, she sees only misery, servitude, and despair. But the hound-headed monsters who stole Zyntael away see a whole lot more in that darkness and that will. They see strength. They see sisterhood. And most importantly, they see hope. As the warring Domovoi Empires turn their gaze toward the untamed lands of the Vulkari Wilds, as they seek to turn the monsters and Magicks within them into weapons of war, Zyntael will find herself faced with a choice: Seek refuge from her captors in the rigid society of the conquering Domovoi, or embrace the darkness, embrace the wild within herself, and turn that burning will towards a truer freedom than a mere escape to a mundane life could ever offer her. Steeped in dark Slavic myth, woven in threads of hope and humour, and telling a human story with not a single human upon it's pages, Daughter of the Beast is a rich and unique fantasy coming-of-age story.
By Marie Sinadjanabout a year ago in BookClub
Book Spotlight: Black Stone Heart by Michael R. Fletcher
A broken man, Khraen awakens alone and lost. His stone heart has been shattered, littered across the world. With each piece, he regains some small shard of the man he once was. He follows the trail, fragment by fragment, remembering his terrible past. There was a woman. There was a sword. There was an end to sorrow. Khraen walks the obsidian path.
By Marie Sinadjanabout a year ago in BookClub
Book Spotlight: Blackout Trail by Linda Naughton
When the world goes dark, a doctor embarks on a perilous journey. Doctor Anna Hastings is no stranger to disasters, having spent much of her career as an aid worker in conflict zones around the world. Yet when an electrical phenomenon known as an EMP brings down the power grid, Anna faces catastrophe on a scale she never imagined. She must learn what it means to be a doctor in a world deprived of almost all technology. As the blackout causes planes to fall from the sky, Anna crosses paths with devoted father Mark Ryan in the chaos at the airport. Mark convinces Anna to travel with him and his seven-year-old daughter Lily to their family’s cabin in remote Maine. There Mark hopes to reunite with his wife, and find a safe refuge from a society on the brink of collapse. Journeying across a thousand miles of backcountry trails, they will face a daily struggle against nature. Their biggest peril, though, may come from their fellow survivors. As Anna grows closer to Mark and Lily, she resolves to see them safely home. But can she hold onto her humanity in a world gone mad?
By Marie Sinadjanabout a year ago in BookClub
Book Spotlight: Angels by Rachel Churcher
Angels have lived among us for as long as we can remember. They don't have powers, but they do have wings. They've always hidden their wings, and who they are - until Kane. Melodie Abbott remembers the day she saw Kane's taboo-shattering billboard. A beautiful model showing his wings on Oxford Street, on a photo as tall as a building. When sixteen-year-old Mel finally meets her idol, disaster strikes. Can she find a way to free herself from his shadow, and what will her future hold? 'Angels' is a coming-of-age story, a university heartbreak novel with a twist, a celebration of friendship and desire, and an exploration of attraction, identity and self-expression. It takes courage to find your wings...
By Marie Sinadjanabout a year ago in BookClub
When Americo Ricky Migliore Found Balance Between Work and Hobbies
Introduction In today's fast-paced world, achieving a healthy work-life balance is often a challenge, particularly for business leaders like Americo Ricky Migliore. As the president of a premier tile and stone installation company, Americo’s schedule can be demanding, yet he has successfully navigated the tightrope between professional commitments and personal passions. By implementing effective strategies, Americo not only enhances his personal satisfaction but also boosts his professional performance.
By Americo Miglioreabout a year ago in BookClub
Mia's Gift
In the heart of a vibrant city, where the skyline reached for the stars and the streets hummed with life, there lived a little girl named Mia. At just ten years old, she was an embodiment of joy, creativity, and an unyielding spirit. Her room was a kaleidoscope of colors, adorned with posters of famous dancers, twinkling fairy lights, and shelves filled with dance shoes, costumes, and trophies from local competitions. To Mia, dance was more than just a hobby; it was her lifeblood.
By Oluwafemi Fred-Ahmaduabout a year ago in BookClub
Book Review: The Gratitude Blueprint
Book Review: The Gratitude Blueprint by Stevie Ball In The Gratitude Blueprint: Building Self-Worth Through Thankfulness, author Stevie Ball offers an inspiring and actionable guide to harnessing the power of gratitude. Through a blend of personal stories and practical tips, the book explores how thankfulness can boost self-worth and transform one's outlook on life. Ball provides readers with tools to build their own gratitude practice, ultimately leading to a more positive and fulfilled life.
By stevie h ballabout a year ago in BookClub
