Mythical Books: October 2017

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

REVIEW Sitting In Silence by Nicholas Rinth

From a beginning filled with bitter ruminations, to an ending that embraces reality and its sufferings, Sitting in Silence is a reminder to accept what the world hurls in your path, and to let those hardships shape you into something better.

Earl Javorsky’s DOWN TO NO GOOD is wildly original, wildly energetic, wildly funny – it’s just straight up wild, and I mean that in the best possible way. – Lou Berney, Edgar Award-winning author of THE LONG AND FARAWAY GONE

"I was hooked after first few paragraphs, this book is soo good.

The story is fast paced, there is no dull moments, non stop action and writing is really good. Story grabs you from the first moment and you can't put the book down till the very last pages." - Anie, Goodreads

"This is such a great book. I recommend it to fans of contemporary romance and anything space-related. It's magical. It's sad. It's beautiful. You'll love it. " - Chloe, Goodreads

"Esme's Wish is a beautiful example of a light, friendship-focussed fantasy, which I can see appealing to avid, peer-absorbed, teenage readers, with a yen for escapism... and dragons. [...] The strength of Foster's debut novel is its flawless prose style, underpinned with an intriguing and slowly unravelling mystery, based on the universal truth of the bond between mother and child."- Brydie, Goodreads

18+ "Protector’s Claim is a deliciously fantastic and twistedly beautiful masterpiece that will annihilate your heart while stripping your soul piece by piece. The mind-blowing complexity of the magnificent plot along with the incredible depth of the stunning characters left me absolutely breathless and wondrously shocked." - Amber, Goodreads

Please note: While the companions of this series are YA, the main books are for adult readers only

Aryiah has been triggered to become one of The Witches, a coven charged with protecting the citizens of Ovialell with their magick and healing abilities. The only catch? In order to take her place with The Witches, Aryiah will have to die.

The Blood Books trilogy is Underworld meets The Craft that fans of Harry Potter, The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, and Twilight will enjoy! Readers are praising this "must read" trilogy as "unputdownable" and "purely addicting."

My name is Lucifer. You can call me Lucy – I’m also known as the Devil and Satan, though why my idiot brothers came up with those nick names is beyond me. I’m a Guardian Angel and I run Hell. Yup, I’m the CEO.

Book today while rooms are still available.

At Hotel Paranormal, your satisfaction is guaranteed.

Proceeds will go towards One Minds Institute, helping mental health on a global scale.

Second chances are always on the menu. Except for Pen. For Xander, it’s a chance to make amends and to sever his toxic relationship with the druglord
Both seeking a place where they feel like they truly belong, they end up finding each other, and in the face of tremendous fear and self-doubt, they end up finding themselves

When college senior Jane Lamb dies suddenly, she discovers that the afterlife is less pearly gates and fluffy clouds and more standing in line at the DMV. But before she can spend eternity lamenting over her short, unremarkable life, she’s offered a do-over—as a Conduit, a reincarnated messenger contracted to reap souls.

"Choosing Hope is a beautifully crafted novel that will take you on a heart-breaking journey full of hard choices, the dark feverish passion of an affair, and all the anguish that comes with it. Despite the main character’s inner conflict, Kammier does an amazing job leaving readers feeling empowered and uplifted." - Jessica, Goodreads

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors Alexandra Ivy, Laura Wright, Lorelei James, Lara Adrian, and introducing Nazarea Andrews and Megan Erickson. Six Dark Tales. Six Sensual Stories. Six Page Turners.

REVIEW Wolves & Roses (Fairy Tales of the Magicorum #1) by Christina Bauer

Seventeen-year-old Bryar Rose has a problem. She’s descended from one of the three magical races—shifters, fairies, or witches. That makes her one of the Magicorum, and Magicorum always follow a fairy tale life template. In Bryar’s case, that template should be Sleeping Beauty.

“Should” being the key word.

**If you love ghost stories and the paranormal, then THE GHOST CHRONICLES series is the perfect new read for you!**

"The story itself is one I love and I quickly got lost in the Dragonverse world. It had such unique aspects of the story and I could hardly put the book down. I loved the pace of the book as well as the main character, Jade. [...] Thank you Zara Quentin for the wonderful book and lovely message and I cannot wait to find out what happens next." - Sarah, Goodreads

“A fast-paced and frightening ride. Highly recommended for fans of creature horror and the thrillers of Michael Crichton.”—The Horror Review on PREDATORY INSTINCT

“McBride writes with the perfect mixture of suspense and horror that

keeps the reader on edge.” —Examiner

From the author of Never Cry Werewolf comes this suspenseful new series full of dark secrets and heartfelt romance.

You can never really hide from what you're meant to be...

A blood curse. Deadly secrets. A dark stranger.

Seventeen-year-old Gracie Mason is homecoming queen, co-captain of the cheerleading squad, and a member of the student council. She’s also a budding burglar. While attempting her inaugural break-in, Gracie blacks out and wakes up far away from the scene.

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Winter King comes a breathtaking new tale of love and adventure set in the mystical land of Mystral

A raw, gritty, urban poetic expression with an exploration of choices we have to make at the crossroads of life. The thoughts are honest, harsh, but hopeful.

Three teenagers.

One witch.

Twelve souls.

"In this intense thriller... Girard takes readers down a disturbing, provocative path; both sides start to make sense as information is revealed and theories are debated. It's a fast-paced nail-biter with a resourceful heroine, packed with surprises that force readers to question every revelation and take nothing at face value." ―Publishers Weekly [Starred Review]

“Stacey Rourke delivers a heart pounding thrill ride …Your heart will race and your breath will hitch with each terrifying step the Horseman’s steed takes as he closes in on his next unsuspecting victim.” -2 Girls & A Book

“Ms. Rourke has a definite talent for taking characters from stories that we read growing up and giving them such a unique twist that they almost seem like an entirely new fictional character.” -My Book Filled Life

Can you face the consequences of cheating the Fates? Alexander the Great journeys to India, where he and Ashley are welcomed with feasts and treachery. With their son, Paul, being worshiped as the Son of the Moon, and Alexander’s looming death, Ashley considers the unthinkable: how to save them and whether she dares to cheat Fate?

“It is a book that all fantasy lovers will find addictive and thrilling.” — Readers’ Favorite
“There are several great adventures in this story of a girl trying to escape from Creators” and “The prose sings in many places thanks to expert description.” — Publishers Weekly An Amazon Best-Seller A Dante Rossetti International Award Finalist Reader’s Favorite 5 Star Rated

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Audrey Byrnes doesn’t mind playing the wild Irish princess for London’s elite aristocracy—as long as they buy her novels. With her father’s Dublin theater in ruins and her sister’s illness growing worse, she’s the only person who can save her family from the gutter.

he is still out there, hunting for her - Saved by H.L. Anderson

Can two broken souls be repaired, or will the demons of the past and present come between the repressed love that grows between them?

Fear doesn’t devastate; it stirs the inner pot. It is a tender love story that triumphs heartbreaks and sets the foundation of deep lasting future relationships - a delightful emancipation from social intrigues and cultural constraints.

unconventional in a good way - An Unconventional Mr. Peadlebody by D.L. Gardner

"This is a fun novel that was quite unconventional. In a good way. Different than most vampire stories. Enjoyed the suspense in not knowing how this tale would end. Some great characters that had me on the edge of my seat, enthused. Could be a nice escape for any reader who just likes a good quirky paranormal adventure. Both smart and comical at the same time." - Brenda, Goodreads

Secrets in the Woods is a gripping tale about Emilia Long- an Investigative Reporter and her quest to find out the circumstances surrounding her mother's death. Long's quest begins after reading documents left for her by her adopted mother revealing that she was abandoned as an infant at a Brooklyn hospital. The revelation led Emilia on a suspenseful journey to find her birth mother.

"The story is breathtaking and fast paced. I love a well written novel that is not only enjoyable to read but one in which I learn something new.

This is J.M. LeDuc's first YA novel. He it it out of the ballpark. I can't wait for the next book in the Kiche Chroncles. I can't wait for my kids at school to read it. They are going to love it as much as I do."- Paula, Goodreads

"She hasn't been ready to go. It seems maybe her family is ready to move on. That's what makes the whole story so incredibly sad for them all and for me to read. It was excellent and difficult to put down and difficult to read. And yet also heartwarming and heartbreaking to read. Such a delightful dilemma." - Lynne, Goodreads

The last thing he’s looking for - Trusting Him (Bromley Brothers #1) by Laura N. Andrews

"This was a great read. Staying with the whole honesty theme, I can not wait to read Trey's brother Henry's story. The ending of this book is pretty well the beginning of his book and if the way this one ended is anything to go by then it is going to be an incredible read." - Nathosa, Goodreads

Launch - Note from the Author This is my 10th trip to Harmony Valley. Support Your Local Sheriff pits tall, dark and quiet Sheriff Nate Landry against community activist Doris Schlotzky and the sister of the woman he almost married, Julie Smith, who shows up in town with the toddler son Nate didn’t know existed.

life as a zombie - Better Off Undead by James Preller

"A book with a conscience that doesn't look away from the work we need to do to make our world right. The main character has to deal with the double burden of entering the confusion of his teen years and his inexplicable transformation into zombie. " Larry, Goodreads

“… a stunning new Middle Grade novel that is part historical fiction, part action adventure mystery, and all around fun. Featuring a cast of wacky, interesting kids I was hooked on page one and enjoyed every twist and turn of the creative plot. Gardner is a writer to watch.” ~Dan Elish, Award-Winning Author of BORN TOO SHORT: The Confessions of an Eighth-Grade Basket Case

"The author has given readers a first class story. Her descriptive details bring it to life. The characters are well fleshed out. The pace of the story builds throughout to an exciting ending. I found everything I want to find in a cozy mystery within the pages of this book." Lori, Goodreads

"In DEAR DEPARTED, a dedicated illusionist intent on exposing a murderous charlatan meets a skeptical woman intent on saving her aunt's life and fortune. Sparks fly, sensuality ignites the pages, and the truth dangles just beyond reach." --Linda O. Johnston, author of paranormal romance, romantic suspense and mysteries including KNOCK ON WOOD, a Superstition Mystery

In this riveting entry in the celebrated thriller series, former intelligence operative Will Cochrane—a "ruthless yet noble" (Ft. Worth Star-Telegram) man from whom "Bond and Bourne could learn a thing or two" (Madison County Herald)—comes out of hiding to expose a conspiracy involving a past assassination that reaches to the highest echelons of the U.S. government.

From Amazon Bestselling Author Michele E. Gwynn (Once Upon a Midnight, Oct, 2016 Amazon US; The Winter Wishes Collection, March 2017 Amazon UK) comes a collection of 3 disturbing tales that walks the line between this world and the next.

"I absolutely loved this book! I got halfway through it and then my kindle died and it was a little tortuous to have to wait for it to charge so I could continue to read it. [...] I love how the story alternated between two character point of views. It really shed light on more things that were going on than if the story was just told from Evie's point of view. " - Felicia, Goodreads

18+ "I am a total sucker for a hate to love story and I couldn’t get enough of this one! Anyone who loves witty banter and sexual tension out the roof should check out this book. I can’t wait to see what Katia comes up with next!" - Ashley, Godreads

Moss depicts the Las Vegas that tourists imagine but rarely see. The grifters, freaks and CEOs for whom the city is a palette of creative larceny, dark secrets and easy debauchery. Put Quentin Tarantino and David Lynch in a room with a laptop and they couldn't dream up the bizarre characters and narrative turns that Moss layers into Vegas Tabloid. --Geoff Schumacher, Author, Sun, Sin & Suburbia: The History of Modern Las Vegas

"This is an excellent story about strong women and family bonds that just happens to include various paranormal elements. The plot has multiple twists that are unexpected and a lot of diverse characters. It made for a quick read. I also liked the romance between Jake and Brenna, though mostly in the background, it fitted in nicely with the story line." - about book #1 Lisa, Goodreads

Warning: This isn't your momma's vampire romance. It's not Twilight or the Shade, either. It's Blood Courtesans: Luxury, fast cars, adventure, whirlwind romance and cold, hard fangs.

18+ Nothing can ever be Something That Simple… as love.

WARNING: TRIGGERS, SEX, VIOLENCE & MURDER -This is not for the faint at heart. It can be disturbing. It is a bad, bad world we live in. ***Good does triumph over Evil***

you might just believe in magic again - Wolfmoon Series by Nikki Broadwell

Is magic gone from the world? Was it ever here? Read Moonstone and you might just believe in magic again! Fans of Juliet Marillier's 'Daughter of the Forest' series will find themselves right at home.

18++ "This story honestly made me cry, it made me laugh, it made me cry some more, I mean there was even a point that there were the big ugly crying because of the story. As you know I am not a huge reader of chick lit, I like the fangs and fur and glitter and all that jazz, but for a book going out of my comfort zone, I really liked it." - Andretta, Goodreads

18+ He’s afraid to take the leap . . . She’s afraid of the fall

A dark prince to her Cinderella barmaid . . .

Rico . . . Prince in the shapeshifter House of Terriot

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