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Hell Holes Series by Donald Firesmith ~ Reviews and Giveaway

Posted: August 2, 2021 in giveaways, Guest Post, horror, Paranormal or fantasy, reviews, Science Fiction
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A Slave’s Revenge
Hell Holes Book 4
by Donald Firesmith
Genre: SciFi, Paranormal Horror
When demonic aliens kill his father and transport 15-year-old Paul Chapman, his sister, and mother to Hell as slaves, he learns just how far he’ll go to survive, get revenge, and regain his freedom.
After killing his father, a marauding band of alien demons captures 15-year-old Paul Chapman, his mother, and his twin sister. Taken as slaves and food to Hell, a planet orbiting a nearby star, their survival is extraordinarily difficult and far from certain. As the years pass, Paul learns he only has two choices: live as a powerless slave or die as food for his masters. How much must Paul collaborate with his demon masters to survive?
Hell Holes 4: A Slave’s Revenge is a prequel to the first three books in the series. Paul Chapman, its protagonist, is also a character in Hell Holes 3: To Hell and Back.
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Oweynagat (which is pronounced “Owen-ne-gatt” and means Cave of the Cats) is the name of an actual cave located at Rath Croghan, Ireland. Ancient legends state that many evil and destructive creatures have emerged from the cave, especially on Samhain, the start of the Celtic New Year. These include a three-headed monster, wildcats, and red birds whose breath withered plants. Referred to as the hell-mouth of Ireland by medieval texts, the cave is also said to contain a portal to another world. It seemed a fitting place to be the source of the hellhounds that attacked Aileen’s village and killed her parents, the terrible event that led to her joining the Tutores Contra Infernum.

With the exception of the hell holes, I have taken great pains to ensure that the Alaskan settings in the book are as they are in real life. To achieve this level of realism, I flew to Alaska, drove the Dalton Highway up to the Yukon River, and toured Eielson AFB. I have relied heavily on Google maps, Google maps street view, photographs of Coldfoot and the Trucker’s Café, and both photographs and articles on military equipment such as Strykers and Pave Hawk helicopters. I also used multiple military advisors.

Video of Dalton Highway Site of the Forest Fire

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To Hell and Back

Hell Holes Book 3

The beautiful young photojournalist, Aileen O’Shannon, is not who she seems. For centuries, she has been a demon hunter, a sorceress who has tracked and killed small bands of demons that occasionally crossed into our world. But that changed when she joined Dr. Jack Oswald’s expedition to study one of hundreds of huge holes that mysteriously appeared overnight in the frozen tundra north of the Arctic Circle.Instead of small sporadic incursions, hordes of demons now pour from these hell holes like water from a sieve. With bombing little more than a losing game of whack-a-mole, Earth’s armies are unable to destroy the portals. When Jack suggests a desperate plan, he is drafted to join Aileen and a team of other sorcerers and Army Rangers to travel to the demon homeworld. Once there, they will unleash a plague virus and set off a nuclear bomb to destroy the portal complex. It’s a suicide mission. But Aileen has given Jack’s wife her word to bring him back safely, and the demons have already killed three men under her protection. Just how far will Aileen go to avoid losing another?
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Demons on the Dalton

Hell Holes Book 2

When hundreds of huge holes mysteriously appeared overnight in the frozen tundra north of the Arctic Circle, geologist Jack Oswald picked Angele Menendez, his climatologist wife, to determine if the record temperatures due to climate change was the cause. But the holes were not natural. They were unnatural portals for an invading army of demons. Together with Aileen O’Shannon, a 1,700-year-old sorceress demon-hunter, the three survivors of the research team sent to study the holes had only one chance: to flee down the dangerous Dalton Highway towards the relative safety of Fairbanks. However, the advancing horde of devils, imps, hellhounds, and gargoyles will stop at nothing to prevent their prey from escaping. It is a 350-mile race with simple rules. Win and live; lose and die…
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This is book two in the series. My review may contain some spoilers.

 My Review

It started with mysterious holes appearing overnight in the tundra of the North Slope in Alaska. A team of seven, including Jack, a geologist, his wife, Angela, a climatologist, Aileen, a reporter with a secret power, and four others are hired by Exxon Mobil to investigate. When the very hounds of Hell crawl out of one of the holes and start killing, the team races south on Dalton Highway, one of the ten most dangerous roads, trying to reach Fairbanks and safety. Soon, imps and gargoyles join the hellhounds in pursuit. Only three of the team members make it to the SUV and begin their escape. The Demon War has begun.

Jack told his story of how it all began in the first book. Now, Angela tells what happens next.

As the three survivors race down the highway, they encounter more and more demons. And the demons have some surprising tricks up their sleeve that don’t bode well. It’s attack after attack. Every time it seems like they’ve found safety, it goes to hell in a hand basket. Even the military, with all of their technology and weapons, don’t stand a chance.

After what I’ve just read, I have now decided that if there’s ever an apocalypse, I’ll take zombies over demons any time. Some of these of creatures are dumber than a box of rocks, but they are guided by higher demons, smart ones, and can inflict major damage.

The author sure doesn’t give his characters a break. And he keeps the action and suspense at full throttle. How many demons are there? Do they have a weakness? And most important, how do we stop them? The answer is one you can’t begin to imagine.

I take from the ending that there’s more to come. I have an idea where it will go and sure excited to see how that works out.

4  Stars

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What Lurks Below

Hell Holes Book 1

It’s August in Alaska, and geology professor Jack Oswald prepares for the new school year. But when hundreds of huge holes mysteriously appear overnight in the frozen tundra north of the Arctic Circle, Jack receives an unexpected phone call. An oil company exec hires Jack to investigate, and he picks his climatologist wife and two of their graduate students as his team. Uncharacteristically, Jack also lets Aileen O’Shannon, a bewitchingly beautiful young photojournalist, talk him into coming along as their photographer. When they arrive in the remote oil town of Deadhorse, the exec and a biologist to protect them from wild animals join the team. Their task: to assess the risk of more holes opening under the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and the wells and pipelines that feed it. But they discover a far worse danger lurks below. When it emerges, it threatens to shatter Jack’s unshakable faith in science. And destroy us all…
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I love unexplained acts of nature. Makes for such a chilling plot. When holes start appearing in the Arctic Circle , a team of experts is sent to investigate. Once they arrive, things get worse as more holes appear. And then something straight out of Hell crawls out. A horde of otherworldly creatures that have only one thing in mind. Killing mankind. With nowhere to run, the team seeks shelter in an old station. But the horde won’t be denied, and like an octopus with a sealed bottle full of yummy bait, they will find a way in.

I was almost rubbing my hands together in twisted anticipation before I started this one. Mysterious holes appearing. Something beyond imagining crawls out. The fate of mankind hangs in the balance. Oh yeah. I knew I had to read this book.

There’s a mixed bag of character’s. Ones you come to like and respect and some not so much. The author doesn’t seem to mind killing off either one. Keeps you on edge when things get down and dirty. Which doesn’t take long at all.

The story is strong and there’s a sub plot that makes things even more interesting. Also, the blend of science fiction and horror leaves the story wide open for the author to go in many different directions.

The ending. Well, it’s an end, but also a cliff hanger. That’s because this is really the beginning of something much bigger. I’ll be grabbing the next one immediately. Got a good feeling about this series.

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Donald Firesmith is a multi-award-winning author of speculative fiction including science fiction (alien invasion), fantasy (magical wands), and modern urban paranormal novels.
Prior to recently retiring to devote himself full-time to his novels, Donald Firesmith earned an international reputation as a distinguished engineer, authoring seven system/software engineering books based on his 40+ years spent developing large, complex software-intensive systems.
He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with his wife Becky, his son Dane, and varying numbers of dogs and cats.
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fISh OUt of WaTER by Marc Jedel ~ Review and Giveaway

Posted: February 3, 2021 in Cozy Mystery, giveaways, reviews
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An Ozarks Lake Mystery

by Marc Jedel

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fISh OUt of WaTER – An Ozarks Lake Mystery
Cozy Mystery
1st in Series
Publisher: BGM Press
Number of Pages: 275

My Review

Some of my favorite things about cozy mysteries are the small town atmosphere, the quirky, colorful characters and the fun clues sprinkled throughout that lead to the conclusion, which often leaves me surprised as to who did it. I got all of that along with some southern flavor. I couldn’t help but think of a song and it kept repeating in my head while I read this book, “Over the mountains and through the woods, to grandmother’s house we go.” I had a lot of fun with the author’s Silicon Valley series and Marc’s new Ozarks Lake series is off to a great start. I’ll be following along to see what happens to his characters next time around.

4 Stars

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Synopsis

A small-town homicide. A community swamped in secrets. Can married amateur sleuths bait and capture the killer before the truth slips away?

 

Elizabeth Trout had escaped her rural Arkansas hometown. Compelled to sort through her deceased grandmother’s belongings, she and her new husband Jonas make an unexpected trip to the family ranch. But when the property manager turns up dead, Elizabeth is rocked when her ex-boyfriend-turned-deputy arrests her for the murder.

 

With incriminating evidence and the sheriff convinced he’s got the right suspect, Elizabeth and Jonas must fish for clues on their own. But with a multitude of potential culprits and her husband’s contrasting personality, Elizabeth fears she may be left dangling on the hook for a crime she didn’t commit.

 

Can these newlyweds net the real killer before Elizabeth is jailed for murder?

 

Fish Out of Water is the charming first book in the Ozarks Lake Mystery series. If you like quirky characters, clever twists and turns, and puzzling whodunits, then you’ll love Marc Jedel’s humorous tale.

Buy Fish Out of Water to reel in a slippery catch today!

 

About Marc Jedel

For most of my life, I’ve been inventing stories. Living in many places around the United States, including a lot of time in the South, has given me a particularly keen appreciation for those who feel like a “fish out of water” sometimes.

My writing skills were honed in years of marketing leadership positions in Silicon Valley. While my high tech marketing roles involved crafting plenty of fiction, we called these marketing collateral, emails and ads.

The publication of my first novel, Uncle and Ants in the Silicon Valley Mystery series, gave me permission to claim “author” as my job. And achieving Amazon Best Seller status gave me even better adjectives to use in front of “author.” This has led to way more interesting discussions than answering “marketing.”

Telling the stories in the Ozarks Lake Mystery series has given me an enjoyable opportunity to spend time with characters that somewhat resemble people I’ve known. Writing alternating chapters from the perspective of each spouse of the newlywed Trout couple allowed me to experience multiple personalities without getting a visit from mental health professionals.

Author Links: Website / Bookbub / Facebook / LinkedIn / Goodread

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What’s New On My Book Shelf #391 and The Sunday Post

Posted: January 24, 2021 in Freebies!, giveaways, reviews, What's New on My Bookshelf
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Reading, Read, Peaceful, Woman, Dusk, Outside, Outdoors

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Sunday Post

I’m also linking up with The Sunday Post hosted by Kimberly @Caffeinated Book Reviewer.

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Some chit chat.

President Biden is now officially in office. I’m not much to talk politics so I’ll just say I’m hopeful about the changes coming our way.

One of the things I mentioned I was going to do this new year is get back to posting reviews and visiting and commenting like I used to. As for the reviews. I actually have a bunch written ahead like I used to and they will be coming your way soon. And I’ve been finding time to visit your blogs. Maybe not every day yet, but at least several times a week. I sure did miss that.

And I’m really enjoying the warm up we are having here. It’s been 60s to 70 and even though some of the days are cloudy, it feels more like a normal winter and I even spy some green grass growing! I sure am excited for spring and summer and have plans that I hope I can keep. I’m even trying to figure out when to take another vacation. Not going to wait until later in the year this time. Hurricane Sally left me sitting in the dark for my last vacation. I still have lots of work needs doing to make things remotely like they used to look. One step at a time. Right?

Stay safe and have a great new week!

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Some new books.

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The Snowman Killer (Alaska Cozy Mystery Book 1) by [Wendy Meadows]  Witchnapped in Westerham (Paranormal Investigation Bureau Cozy Mystery Book 1) by [Dionne Lister]  Hazardous Duty: Squeaky Clean Mysteries, Book 1: An Amateur Sleuth Mystery and Suspense Series, Christian Fiction by [Christy Barritt]

Deadly Dog Days: Dog Days Mystery #1, A humorous cozy mystery by [Jamie Blair]  Maggie and the Black-Tie Affair (A Carita Cove Mystery Book 1) by [Barbara Cool Lee]  Hot Under the Collar (The Dogmothers Book 1) by [Roxanne St. Claire]

The Ghost Hunter Next Door: A Beechwood Harbor Ghost Mystery (Beechwood Harbor Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by [Danielle Garrett]  Inn Over Her Head (Dusky Cove B&B Cozy Mysteries Book 1) by [Di Davis]  One Summer: ...at Charlie's Diner (Baker Girl Trilogy - Cozy Romantic Mystery Book 1) by [Mary Jane Forbes]

Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 1) by [Carrie Pulkinen]  Navy SEALs of Chance Creek Vol 1 & 2 by [Cora Seton]  Manhunt (A Rocky Mountain Thriller) by [Ann Voss Peterson]

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Upcoming reviews.

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Other posts on my blog this week.

Cover Reveal ~ A Side Of Murder ~ A Cape Cod Foodie Mystery by Amy Pershing

The Broken Spine ~ A Beloved Bookroom Mystery by Dorothy St. James

Dead Silent ~ Excerpt and Giveaway

The Twelve Tasks ~ The Djed Chronicles by Katherine E. Wibell

The Scent Of Leaves by Kathryn Trattner ~ Excerpt and Giveaway

Books From The Back Log #59 ~ Saving Horses In WWII

The Friday 56 #237 ~ Breakfast At Cannibal Joe’s

Grand Openings Can Be Murder ~ A Bean To Bar Mystery by Amber Royer

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What’s New On My Bookshelf #384 and The Sunday Post

Posted: November 22, 2020 in Freebies!, giveaways, reviews, What's New on My Bookshelf
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Reading, Read, Peaceful, Woman, Dusk, Outside, Outdoors

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Sunday Post

I’m also linking up with The Sunday Post hosted by Kimberly @Caffeinated Book Reviewer.

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Some chit chat.

Been a crazy week. I did a lot of cleaning. Started organizing my Christmas decorations to get them ready to put up. Cooked a lot. Binged some shows and holiday movies. And worked a bit of overtime. I’m so ready for a vacation! My last one I spent in the dark when Hurricane Sally roared through here. I think I’ll start planning my vacations for some time other than hurricane season. LOL

I wish you all a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving!

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Some of my new books.

RAWR by [Eddie Generous]  Bane County: First Moon (Book 3) by [J R RICE]  Bane County: Hungry Moon (Book 4) by [J R RICE]

Inside the Echo (The Flint K-9 Search And Rescue Mysteries Book 2) by [Jen Blood]  The Redemption Game (The Flint K-9 Search And Rescue Mysteries Book 3) by [Jen Blood]  Where the Monsters Live: A Dark Revenge Thriller by [Duncan Ralston]

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Dead in the Garden: A Romantic Cosy Mystery (Grasmere Cottage Mystery Book 1) by [Dahlia Donovan, Claire Smith, Hot Tree Editing]  In The Beginning, There Was a Murder: An Amateur Female Sleuth Historical Cozy Mystery (Miss Riddell Cozy Mysteries Book 1) by [P.C. James]  Plain Jane Wanted: A gorgeous, funny, heart-warming love story about starting over. (English Channel Book 1) by [Rose Amberly]

Helmets and Lipstick: An Army Nurse in World War Two by [Ruth G. Haskell]  The Redemption Game (The Flint K-9 Search And Rescue Mysteries Book 3) by [Jen Blood]  Nailed (A Ron Ketchum Mystery Book 1) by [Joseph Flynn]

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Other posts on my blog this week.

Holiday’s Inc ~ Can one woman’s big idea save a town?

To Fetch A Villain ~ Four Fun “Tails” Of Scandal And Murder

A Christmas Carol Murder by Heather Redmond ~ Excerpt and Giveaway

Cat Conundrum ~ A Crazy Cat Lady Cozy Mystery by Mollie Hunt

The Friday 56 #233 ~ The Blood Gospel

Nothing Good Happens After Midnight ~ A Suspense Magazine Anthology

Books From The Back Log #55 ~ Shelter Me

The Stories Stars Tell by C.L. Walters ~ Excerpt and Giveaway

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My Monday Minis #61 ~ The Raven by Jonathan Janz

Posted: November 9, 2020 in horror, reviews
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Welcome to My Monday Minis where I share short reviews about books I’ve read.

I’ve read a bunch of books by Jonathan Janz and this was another good one.

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 The Raven

by Jonathan Janz

 

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My Review

I’m a huge reader of dystopian, apocalyptic and horror novels and this had plenty to offer. It also had some strange beings, which is something else I’m drawn to.

Dez was a fun character. Though I felt at times that some of his actions weren’t quite believable, who am I do judge when he’s roaming the wilderness, having to face down creatures of myth with no special powers of his own. I chalked it up to future character growth. Which he did do.  And there were some really good bad guys. Can I call bad guys really good? Sure, when they are doing dastardly deeds like they’re supposed to.

There’s a couple of scenes that were like apocalyptic shootouts at the OK Corral. Loads of action there. Be prepared for some gory stuff that makes you cringe.

I read this in one sitting and had quite the fun time. Another winner from Janz.

4 STARS

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Thanks so much to Flame Tree Press and Author Jonathan Janz for a complimentary copy.

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Synopsis

Fearing that mankind is heading toward nuclear extinction, a group of geneticists unleash a plot to save the world. They’ve discovered that mythological creatures such as werewolves, vampires, witches, and satyrs were once real, and that these monstrous genetic strands are still present in human DNA. These radical scientists unleash the bestial side of human beings that had been dormant for eons, and within months, most people are dead, and bloodthirsty creatures rule the earth. Despite the fact that Dez McClane has no special powers, he is determined to atone for the lives he couldn’t save and to save the woman he loves. But how long can a man survive in a world full of monsters?

FLAME TREE PRESS is the new fiction imprint of Flame Tree Publishing. Launched in 2018 the list brings together brilliant new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices.

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Stillwell by Michael Phillip Cash ~ Review and Giveaway

Posted: October 6, 2020 in giveaways, Mytery/Thriller, Paranormal or fantasy, reviews
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A Haunting on Long Island Book 1
by Michael Phillip Cash
Genre: Paranormal Thriller Mystery
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My Review

I’m always in for a haunting tale. This was really good.

You have a man who has lost his wife to illness. He’s coping with grief and struggling to take care of his children.

Finally, he goes back to work, taking a listing for a mansion that’s purported to be haunted. He quickly discovers it is. And also finds out an evil entity is holding his wife’s spirit captive.

There’s also something strange happening with one of his children. The young one is being haunted in his dreams and awakens many nights terrified by horrific nightmares.

It’s all he can do to keep it together. So many demons to battle, real and otherwise, past and present.

Michael’s characters are always genuine. They could easily be someone you know. In Stillwell, I feel he dug real deep for these characters. You can’t help but empathize with some of them. Loathe others. And hope you never meet some in a dark alley.

The author gives you a solid mystery, some eerie interludes, and enough creepy atmosphere to make your hairs stand on end and keep you looking over your shoulder at every tiny noise.

If you’re a fan of hauntings, this is one for you.

4 Stars

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Paul Russo’s wife just died. While trying to get his family’s life back in order, Paul is being tormented by a demon who is holding his wife’s spirit hostage on the other side. His fate is intertwined with an old haunted mansion on the north shore of Long Island called Stillwell Manor. Paul must find clues dating back hundreds of years to set his wife’s soul free.
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Michael Phillip Cash is an award-winning novelist and screenwriter. His novels are best-sellers on Amazon under their genres – Young Adult, Thriller, Suspense, Ghost, Action Adventure, Fantasy, Paranormal Romance and Horror.
Michael writes full-time and lives on the North Shore of Long Island with his wonderful wife and screaming children.
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What’s New On My Book Shelf #379 and The Sunday Post

Posted: October 4, 2020 in Freebies!, giveaways, reviews, What's New on My Bookshelf
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Reading, Read, Peaceful, Woman, Dusk, Outside, Outdoors

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Sunday Post

I’m also linking up with The Sunday Post hosted by Kimberly @Caffeinated Book Reviewer.

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Some chit chat.

Hurricane Sally unleashed a huge can of whoop ass on me. My front porch got torn all up. The roof has to be replaced but I didn’t get flooded. And my huge pecan tree fell in the back yard, tearing up the back patio and landing on my pool. I’ve been through plenty of hurricanes, some bigger than Sally, but I’ve never been so scared. I went to bed around 10 p.m. when the power went out. It was a Category 1. I woke up around 3 A.M. and the wind was blowing so hard it sounded like harmonics out there. My son and I huddled in the hallway until daylight and the wind died down some. We were without power for around a week and a half and over two weeks without internet service. The clean up will be ongoing for months. Trees are still laying in yards and on houses. We are so thankful to be okay. As soon as I get things more managed, I’ll start visiting everyone’s posts again.

Due to the hurricane I won’t be doing my 31 Days Of Thrills And Chills feature this month. It’s such fun and I hate not doing it but I don’t have time to sit down and write reviews for every day of October. I’ll be doing it again next year though. And I might try something similar for Christmas. We’ll see.

Stay safe and take care!

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Immortal Ops by [Mandy M. Roth]  Critical Intelligence (Immortal Ops Book 2) by [Mandy M. Roth]  Thrill of the Chase (The Parker Sisters Book 1) by [Lorhainne Eckhart]

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Click on the cover for my review of Witches Protection Program.

 

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Other posts on my blog this week.

Living Among The Dead by Adena Astrowsky

On St. Nick’s Trail by M. K. Scott ~ The Talking Dog Detective Agency

The Beast Series by Luke Phillips ~ Spotlight and Giveaway

Snowball’s Christmas by Kristen McKanagh

Hollyberry Homicide ~ A Berry Basket Mystery by Sharon Farrow

Deadly Getaway by Karen M. Bryson

Witches Protection Program by Michael Okon ~ Review and Giveaway

Cracked ~ An Anthology Of Eggsellent Chicken Stories

A Book Magic Mystery ~ Murder in Devil’s Cove by Melissa Bourbon

Campaigning Can Be Deadly by Charlotte Stuart

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Witches Protection Program by Michael Okon ~ Review and Giveaway

Posted: October 1, 2020 in giveaways, reviews, urban fantasy, YA
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Witches Protection Program
by Michael Okon
Genre: YA Urban Fantasy
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Poor Wes. He’s failed again and now he’s been given one last chance to prove himself qualified to be in law enforcement. He’s sure it’s a prank when he’s assigned to the Witches Protection Program.

It’s no hoax. But it takes some convincing for Wes to believe in witches. He gets it in spades.

His first assignment, protect a witch, heiress Morgan Pendragon, from her evil aunt. Her aunt is cooking up a diabolical scheme to rule the world.

Wes will have to catch on quick if he’s to save Morgan and himself from a witches brew of trouble.

This was a fun story with some likable and not so likable characters. Got to take the good with the bad.

Wes is a pain in the beginning. Then he finds his place and becomes someone to cheer for.

Morgan is a reluctant witch, wanting nothing to do with her aunt or the other witches and their schemes. They’re not going to give her a choice though.

There’s some cool weapons, compelling characters, and a showdown at the end that I wish I could see for myself. Just imagine the pile-up when drivers look up and see witches flying in the sky.

I like a good witch, but I have a thing for the bad ones too. There’s one, Morgan’s aunt, who will chill you to the bone. Too powerful for anyone’s good.

Grab a broomstick and hang on tight. It’s a bumpy ride.

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Wes Rockville, a disgraced law-enforcement agent, gets one last chance to prove himself and save his career when he’s reassigned to a 232-year-old secret government organization.
The Witches Protection Program.
His first assignment: uncover a billion-dollar cosmetics company’s diabolical plan to use witchcraft for global domination, while protecting its heiress Morgan Pendragon from her aunt’s evil deeds. Reluctantly paired with veteran witch protector, Alastair Verne, Wes must learn to believe in witches…and believe in himself.
Filled with adventure and suspense, Michael Okon creates a rousing, tongue-in-cheek alternate reality where witches cast spells and wreak havoc in modern-day New York City.
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Michael Okon is an award-winning and best-selling author of multiple genres including paranormal, thriller, horror, action/adventure and self-help. He graduated from Long Island University with a degree in English, and then later received his MBA in business and finance. Coming from a family of writers, he has storytelling in his DNA. Michael has been writing from as far back as he can remember, his inspiration being his love for films and their impact on his life. From the time he saw The Goonies, he was hooked on the idea of entertaining people through unforgettable characters.
Michael is a lifelong movie buff, a music playlist aficionado, and a sucker for self-help books. He lives on the North Shore of Long Island with his wife and children.
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What’s New On My Book Shelf #378 and The Sunday Post

Posted: September 13, 2020 in Freebies!, giveaways, reviews, What's New on My Bookshelf
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Reading, Read, Peaceful, Woman, Dusk, Outside, Outdoors

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

I’m also linking up with The Sunday Post hosted by Kimberly @Caffeinated Book Reviewer.

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Some chit chat.

It looks like we have another tropical storm on the way. Right now Sally dumped a lot of rain on the southern tip of Florida. Now it’s beginning it’s emergence into the Gulf. Latest updates have it slowing down which will allow the  storm to strengthen. And that also means a prolonged event with rain and Category 1 winds. We are in the center of the track but that could change now that it’s off of land. This is the peak time for hurricanes and there are several more disturbances out there. Crossing my fingers and toes for everyone.

Stay safe and take care!

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Here are some FREEBIES for ya.

Click on the covers to get your copies. Remember to make sure they’re still free before you hit that buy button.

Shared Madness by [Rick Moskovitz]  The Origins of Miller's Crossing by [David Clark, Tamra Crow]  Dinosaur Lake by [Kathryn Meyer Griffith]

Play Dead (Allie Babcock Mystery Book 1) by [Leslie O'Kane]  Up in Smoke (Glock Grannies Cozy Mystery Book 1) by [Shannon VanBergen]  Stiff in the Sand: Cozy Mystery (Cape Hope Mysteries Book 1) by [Winnie Reed]

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Click on the cover for my review of Misfits.

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Other posts on my blog this week.

The House Of The Setting Son ~ A Misty Dawn Mystery ~ Spotlight and Giveaway

Mystery Follows Her ~ A Multi-Author Cozy Mystery Collection ~ Spotlight and Giveaway

New Release Blitz ~ Time For Sensibility by M. Sinclair

A Circle Of Dead Girls by Eleanor Kuhns ~ Excerpt and Giveaway

Little Bookshop Of Murder ~ A Beach Reads Mystery by Maggie Blackburn

Checked Out For Murder by Allison Brook ~ Spotlight and Giveaway

Misfits by Hunter Shea

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Misfits by Hunter Shea

Posted: September 12, 2020 in horror, reviews
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Misfits

by Hunter Shea

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Genre: Horror

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My Review

I’m always ready for another Hunter Shea book and this was another dive into horror and strangeness.

Meet the misfits. A group of five friends, all with a boat load of baggage. When one of them is beaten and raped, they band together to get revenge. But when things go horribly wrong, the instruments of their revenge want some of their own.

I remember hearing about Melon Heads, either through movies or books. Hunter unleashes these beings in the first chapter of the book and man, it is scary. What an opening for a book that keeps on scaring me. The whole time I read, I felt a bit uncomfortable, edgy. The group of friends and the melon heads got pretty ugly as they set about getting their pounds of flesh. Some scenes made me cringe. And the author doesn’t let up. The closer I got to the end, I couldn’t see how he would wrap it up. Eww, I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy.

For fans of icy fingers up and down the spine, Hunter Shea delivers.

4 STARS

Thanks so much to Flame Tree Press and Author Hunter Shea for a complimentary copy. My review is voluntarily given.

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Synopsis

During the height of the 90s grunge era, five high school friends living on the fringe are driven to the breaking point. When one of their friends is brutally raped by a drunk townie, they decide to take matters into their own hands.

Deep in the woods of Milbury, Connecticut, there lives the legend of the Melon Heads, a race of creatures that shun human interaction and prey on those who dare to wander down Dracula Drive. Maybe this night, one band of misfits can help the other. Or maybe some legends are meant to be feared for a reason.

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FLAME TREE PRESS is the new fiction imprint of Flame Tree Publishing.
Launched recently in 2018 the list brings together brilliant new authors and
the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices.

About Author Hunter Shea

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Hunter Shea is the product of a misspent childhood watching scary
movies, reading forbidden books and wishing Bigfoot would walk past
his house. He’s the author of over 17 books, including The
Jersey Devil (Pinnacle 2016)), Tortures of the
Damned (Pinnacle 2015), and We Are Always
Watching (Sinister Grin). Hunter’s novels can even be found on
display at the International Cryptozoology Museum. The Montauk
Monster (Pinnacle 2014) was named one of the best reads of the
summer by Publishers Weekly. He was selected to be part of the
launch of Samhain Publishing’s new horror line in 2011 alongside
legendary author Ramsey Campbell. His video podcast, Monster
Men, is one of the most watched horror podcasts in the world. Living
with his crazy and supportive family and two cats, he’s happy to be
close enough to New York City to see the skyline without having to
pay New York rent.

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