Review

The Sound of Suffering

by Darin C. Brown

Release date: February 21st, 2019

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I received a complimentary ARC copy of The Sound of Suffering by Darin C. Brown from NetGalley and Doc Squared Publishing/Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), Members’ in order to read and give an honest review.

Hunter is on a quest to find out what the aura’s, scents and sounds he experiences around people mean.  This is the second book in the Masters of Perceptions series, the first I have not read but feel it didn’t hamper my ability to enjoy the story.  Young Hunter is autistic and suffers from overwhelming stimuli when he comes in contact with others. At this point, he is learning a little bit about himself and his abilities.  While excelling at school and working his way through earning his Karate belts he still struggles with learning how to handle his…

Review

Beneath the Sugar Sky (Wayward Children #3)

by Seanan McGuire

Release date: January 9th, 2018

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I received a complimentary ARC copy of Beneath the Sugar Sky (Wayward Children #3) by Seanan McGuire from NetGalley and Tor in order to read and give an honest review.

Seanan McGuire is definitely one of my favorite fantasy authors. Her books have it all, perfect prose, masterful plots, exciting worlds and engaging characters and the same is true for her Wayward Children series. This dark and whimsical series like all of her work is so well written that it grabs hold of you and takes you twisting and turning into fascinating new worlds. McGuire addresses, race, sexuality, religion, illness, disabilities, mental health etc. and handles it with such nuance.  Her characters are multifaceted and each face personal challenges that so many can relate to.  

The series revolves around students housed at Eleanor West’s Home for Wayward Children.  The Home for Wayward Children is a safe haven for children who have traveled to different…

Review

Down Among the Sticks and Bones

by Seanan McGuire

Release date: June 13, 2017

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I received a complimentary ARC copy of Down Among the Sticks and Bones by Seanan McGuire from NetGalley in order to read and give an honest review.

Seanan McGuire is definitely one of my favourite fantasy authors. Her books have it all, perfect prose, masterful plots, exciting worlds and engaging characters and the same is true with her Wayward Children series.
Among the Stick and Bones is the second story and a prequel to Every Heart A Doorway. Among the Sticks and Bones shares the events that led sisters Jack and Jill to Miss West’s Home for Wayward Children.

We first meet parents Chester and Selena Wolcott, more concerned with social status and proper appearances than raising twins Jacqueline (Jack) and Jillian (Jill). To them, the twins are nothing more than accessories which…

Review

Middlegame

by Seanan McGuire

Release date: May 7th, 2019

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I received a complimentary ARC copy of Middlegame by Seanan McGuire from NetGalley and Macmillan-Tor/Forge in order to read and give an honest review.

Being an avid fan of Seanan McGuire already, I have to say she has definitely outdone herself. McGuire’s books have it all, perfect prose, brilliant plots, engaging worlds and multi-faceted characters and the same is true for her new book, Middlegame.

As always this dark and whimsical story like most of her work is so well written and incredibly intelligent that it fully engages you with topics that challenge you on all levels.

James Reed an alchemist and apprentice to the once great Asphodel Baker who created him. Reed becomes convinced that he can create and control a diety that would give him control and power.  He decides to create twins, each an important half of a whole, but…

the early morning tide,

a sunrise burned into the

sky… fire.

A breaking,  not  waves or light,

something inside.

The wing beat of sea gulls

scatter across the sky,

regathering they pass by again.

You crumble like dry leaves

in the palm of my hand,

surrender your last sigh and

like driftwood slip away.

art by Rick Loggia

Pixabay

Taking our time meandering around

No pressures to be found

Nice warm sunny day

In the merry month of May

Children playing at the park

Dogs here and there, listen to them bark

Families all having fun

A wonderful day to just sit out in the sun

©Susan Zutautas 2019

This was written forWeekend Writing Prompt by Sammi. Using the word meander write a poem, prose or short story using only 47 words.

Review

Healing Body Meditations

30 Mandalas to Enhance Your Health and Well-being

by Mike Annesley with Steve Nobel

Release date: May 7th, 2019

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I received a complimentary ARC copy of Healing Body Meditations 30 Mandalas to Enhance Your Health and Well-being by Mike Annesley with Steve Nobel from NetGalley and Inner Traditions/Findhorn Press in order to read and give an honest review.

“Beautifully written and illustrated, this book is a must-have for all those who would like to have more balance in their lives and enhance their well-being.”

Whether you’re familiar with of meditation or new to the practice, Healing Body Meditations by Mike Annesley is a great book for all levels.

Although familiar with the chakra system, I really learned a lot of useful information here. The author gives detailed explanations of the symbolism behind each chakra, the body parts it corresponds to and how to determine if they…

Ministering Angel

Lay your hands on him

Sing your healing song into his heart

Soothe his troubled mind

Wrap your ancient wings around him now

Banish all anxiety, and with it,

Its hateful twin – we named it “fear”

Place a gentle kiss upon his brow

Help him know he is encircled with love

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