This is a book review of four books from a series of books that I stumbled across a while ago, and I just fell in love with them. If you liked Harry Potter, then I just know you will love these books written by the very talented G. Norman Lippert. Each of the links below will start an ebook download on your computer in the Kindle format known as MOBI. You can also visit the James Potter website for the EPUB version of the books for IBooks and Nook. To download the fourth book in a different format please visit the Morrigan Web. I give each of the following books 5 stars, and yes, I really did like them that much!
James Potter and the Hall of Elders Crossing
The first book in this new series follows James Sirius Potter as he ventures to Hogwarts for his first year of school and the adventures that ensue as he gets sorted, makes new friends, and tries to learn what it means to be the son of a hero. While doing all of that and his school work too, he and his friends stumble across a plot that could mean an all out war between the magical world and the muggle world.
James Potter and the Curse of the Gatekeeper
In this second book James is getting to know himself a little better, but still has trouble trusting his instincts. He also now has a new headmaster to deal with, and of course the whole possibility of the war between the two worlds has not been finished in any way. Who could be behind the plot and is it possible that someone actually put this plan into motion hundreds of years ago when Hogwarts was just founded? There is only one way to find out - download this book and start your adventure!
James Potter and the Vault of Destinies
The third book finds James and his family on their way to America where James and his brother Albus will be attending an American wizarding school for the year. Some old faces from previous stories will show up and join in the adventures as James and his friends delve further into the plot and try to figure out just who has the answers and if there really is anything that can be done to stop it from happening.
James Potter and the Morrigan Web
In the fourth book the plot has not only been exposed but it has begun and it was all started by one simple phrase uttered in New Amsterdam, or New York City to muggles. Just what will the future for both the wizarding world and muggles alike hold. Are these two worlds destined to clash and crash head on or can peace and the vow of secrecy be brought back into order and allow life to continue? Is there more to the plot that must be discovered and can James really do anything about it?
January 29, 2014
January 25, 2014
Caught in the Killing Zone
Caught in the Killing Zone
Written by: M. Charles
Stars: 1.5
I am always willing to try new books by new authors, and the majority of the time I am very pleased and satisfied with the books I have read, but not this time. The first issue was with the formatting of the book for a Kindle - there were several very obvious typos, sentences were broken up as if a new paragraph had started, and that was just the beginning of the problems I had with this book. Now, don't get me wrong, I liked the basic premise of the story being told, but it needs a lot of work and the author used too many euphemisms either out of embarrassment or inexperience when attempting to write the sex scenes (and yes, there were quite a few of them!) which nearly made me put down the book for good.
The characters were anything but real, unless you live in a world where it is perfectly normal to fall in love and be engaged within a few hours or days of meeting (the author had this happen twice). A world where a 30 something year old woman suddenly decides that she is bi-sexual after one encounter, which also causes her to suddenly decide she just can't get enough of either men or women. Other than all of the above, the story line was a good one, and I honestly think with a good editor and some rewriting this could be an excellent book. Other warnings to prospective readers, this book does have violence, and drug use as well as the many sex scenes so it really is for adults only.
Written by: M. Charles
Stars: 1.5
I am always willing to try new books by new authors, and the majority of the time I am very pleased and satisfied with the books I have read, but not this time. The first issue was with the formatting of the book for a Kindle - there were several very obvious typos, sentences were broken up as if a new paragraph had started, and that was just the beginning of the problems I had with this book. Now, don't get me wrong, I liked the basic premise of the story being told, but it needs a lot of work and the author used too many euphemisms either out of embarrassment or inexperience when attempting to write the sex scenes (and yes, there were quite a few of them!) which nearly made me put down the book for good.The characters were anything but real, unless you live in a world where it is perfectly normal to fall in love and be engaged within a few hours or days of meeting (the author had this happen twice). A world where a 30 something year old woman suddenly decides that she is bi-sexual after one encounter, which also causes her to suddenly decide she just can't get enough of either men or women. Other than all of the above, the story line was a good one, and I honestly think with a good editor and some rewriting this could be an excellent book. Other warnings to prospective readers, this book does have violence, and drug use as well as the many sex scenes so it really is for adults only.
January 22, 2014
Where to find some great books
Just incase you didn't realize it, I own a Kindle e-reader and would be lost without it. Currently I have over 400 books on my Kindle, mostly my own but a few are for my young daughter. Even though I have so many books already, I am always on the look out for more. One of my favorite ways to find new ebooks is with a newsletter called "One Hundred Free Books". But it is more than just a newsletter, there is also a great website that goes with it. I have yet to read a newsletter or visit the site and not click on at least one book listed!
So if you have ever found yourself without a book to read, you can solve that problem by visiting OneHundredFreeBooks.com and signing up for their newsletter. Then once you know you have a selection of books being sent to your inbox, stay on the site and look around, you never know what you might find!
January 14, 2014
Idaho 100
Idaho 100
: The People Who Most Influenced the Gem State.
Written by: Martin Peterson and Randy Stapilus
Star Rating: 4.5 stars!
I got this book for a couple of reasons, first, I live in Idaho state, and second, I like history and when you put the two of them together, I am a happy reader. In this book, the authors have compiled a listing of Idaho's top 100 people. In order to qualify for their listing each person had to meet a certain requirements like having lived in the state of Idaho long enough to have qualified for resident status, at least in today's terms. They had to have made an impact on the state that took it in a direction it would not necessarily have gone in without their influence. Though the majority of the people on the list will have names that you might recognize, there are many that you won't know at all, and some that many would love to forget.
I would recommend this book to anyone interested in history, and specifically Idaho history. This could and probably should be on every Idaho History teachers desk and used to spark discussions and debates in the classroom.
: The People Who Most Influenced the Gem State.Written by: Martin Peterson and Randy Stapilus
Star Rating: 4.5 stars!
I got this book for a couple of reasons, first, I live in Idaho state, and second, I like history and when you put the two of them together, I am a happy reader. In this book, the authors have compiled a listing of Idaho's top 100 people. In order to qualify for their listing each person had to meet a certain requirements like having lived in the state of Idaho long enough to have qualified for resident status, at least in today's terms. They had to have made an impact on the state that took it in a direction it would not necessarily have gone in without their influence. Though the majority of the people on the list will have names that you might recognize, there are many that you won't know at all, and some that many would love to forget.I would recommend this book to anyone interested in history, and specifically Idaho history. This could and probably should be on every Idaho History teachers desk and used to spark discussions and debates in the classroom.
January 10, 2014
Bulger On Trial:Boston's Most Notorious Gangster and the Pursuit of Justice
Bulger On Trial: Boston's Most Notorious Gangster And The Pursuit Of Justice
Written by: David Boeri
Stars: 3
If you have any interest in true crime, or mobsters, this book will take you into the dark life of James "Whitey" Bulger and his crimes committed mostly while a part of the Winter Hill Gang. This book was a long time in the writing in that the author, David Boeri, had been following the crimes of James Bulger for many years, including the many years that Bulger was a fugitive. This book will take you through each killing either performed by Bulger, with him as an accessory, or ordered by him and carried out by other members of his gang. If you don't know the sorted tale of Bulger's rise to power, you just might be amazed where he got a lot of assistance from, and how he knew when it was time to disappear.
Wondering why I only gave this book 3 stars? The major reason is that by the time I finally got to the end of the book I was glad I was finally done with it. Not because of the content, but because it was repeated so many times I started to feel that I could recite each crime committed by Bulger and in their proper order. Basically, I just got bored reading the same things over and over again. Some repetition is expected since this did cover his trial, but I felt like Mr. Boeri was hitting me over the head with it, repeatedly. I think if the book were tightened up a bit, it wouldn't have caused such a reaction in me. Do be warned that there is foul language, and some gruesome details about the crimes committed along with a few pictures, so this book is best for adults.
Written by: David Boeri
Stars: 3
If you have any interest in true crime, or mobsters, this book will take you into the dark life of James "Whitey" Bulger and his crimes committed mostly while a part of the Winter Hill Gang. This book was a long time in the writing in that the author, David Boeri, had been following the crimes of James Bulger for many years, including the many years that Bulger was a fugitive. This book will take you through each killing either performed by Bulger, with him as an accessory, or ordered by him and carried out by other members of his gang. If you don't know the sorted tale of Bulger's rise to power, you just might be amazed where he got a lot of assistance from, and how he knew when it was time to disappear.Wondering why I only gave this book 3 stars? The major reason is that by the time I finally got to the end of the book I was glad I was finally done with it. Not because of the content, but because it was repeated so many times I started to feel that I could recite each crime committed by Bulger and in their proper order. Basically, I just got bored reading the same things over and over again. Some repetition is expected since this did cover his trial, but I felt like Mr. Boeri was hitting me over the head with it, repeatedly. I think if the book were tightened up a bit, it wouldn't have caused such a reaction in me. Do be warned that there is foul language, and some gruesome details about the crimes committed along with a few pictures, so this book is best for adults.
January 6, 2014
Seven Seconds: Memories of the JFK Assassination, the Tragedy That Changed America
Seven Seconds: Memories of the JFK Assassination, the Tragedy That Changed America (Kindle Single)
Written by: Holly Millea
Star Rating: 4.5 Stars!
Holly Millea is a journalist that has interviewed a wide variety of public figures and in each interview she always asked the same question. "Where were you when you heard the news that President Kennedy had been shot?" In Seven Seconds Holly shares the answers that she received. Though most are what you would expect to hear about the sadness that was felt by all, there are some very surprising answers that she shares. Though I was not born when President Kennedy was assassinated, I always thought that the entire country and even a large part of the world wept as news of his death spread. So what was said by a few in this short book took me by surprise.
Whether you remember where you were, or if you just want to know how many reacted to the news of the assassination, this is a good quick read that takes you into the thoughts and feelings of many public figures. Do be warned that there is some mild profanity, but only in one or maybe two interviews. The only violence that is mentioned is in direct relation to the assassination. I would say that this book is appropriate for high school age and older readers.
Written by: Holly Millea
Star Rating: 4.5 Stars!
Holly Millea is a journalist that has interviewed a wide variety of public figures and in each interview she always asked the same question. "Where were you when you heard the news that President Kennedy had been shot?" In Seven Seconds Holly shares the answers that she received. Though most are what you would expect to hear about the sadness that was felt by all, there are some very surprising answers that she shares. Though I was not born when President Kennedy was assassinated, I always thought that the entire country and even a large part of the world wept as news of his death spread. So what was said by a few in this short book took me by surprise.
Whether you remember where you were, or if you just want to know how many reacted to the news of the assassination, this is a good quick read that takes you into the thoughts and feelings of many public figures. Do be warned that there is some mild profanity, but only in one or maybe two interviews. The only violence that is mentioned is in direct relation to the assassination. I would say that this book is appropriate for high school age and older readers.
January 3, 2014
What will a book review look like
What will a book review that I share with you look like? First and foremost, it will have the title of the book along with a link to Amazon (or Barns & Noble if not available on Amazon) so you can purchase it and enjoy it as much as I did. Next will be a "star" rating that I give to the book as a general overview of just how much I like the book. Fair warning, few books will get a full 5 stars from me. For a book to get a full 5 stars it has to be completely free of grammar and editing errors, the story must be compelling and fully pull me in, and the characters must read as if they were real people, doing real things in real places. If a book can accomplish this, then it deserves a full 5 stars.
After the star rating will be a paragraph or two of what I thought about the book, but don't worry I won't give out any spoilers. If there are glaring grammar and editing errors I will let you know so that you can decide if you want to try to read the book anyway. I know for some readers that such errors can completely ruin a good story. If the characters feel flat or are just too far removed from being real or are unrelatable, I'll let you know about that too.
The last thing I will include, if needed, will be any warnings about violence, sex, and/or appropriateness of a book to an age group. If you read a review and there are no warnings listed, then it can be read by anyone or to anyone.
I will also occasionally include links to other reviewers, as well as links to newsletters that I think you may enjoy. Let the fun begin now that you know what to expect. Dive right in and find your next book that will whisk you away to some far away land, or maybe take you right into the headlines of your backyard.
After the star rating will be a paragraph or two of what I thought about the book, but don't worry I won't give out any spoilers. If there are glaring grammar and editing errors I will let you know so that you can decide if you want to try to read the book anyway. I know for some readers that such errors can completely ruin a good story. If the characters feel flat or are just too far removed from being real or are unrelatable, I'll let you know about that too.
The last thing I will include, if needed, will be any warnings about violence, sex, and/or appropriateness of a book to an age group. If you read a review and there are no warnings listed, then it can be read by anyone or to anyone.
I will also occasionally include links to other reviewers, as well as links to newsletters that I think you may enjoy. Let the fun begin now that you know what to expect. Dive right in and find your next book that will whisk you away to some far away land, or maybe take you right into the headlines of your backyard.
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