Review of PURE

PURE

Pure Series: Book 1

 

CATHERINE MESICK

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

Mysterious unnatural events control this dramatic novel. Katie, a young USA high school girl, describes her daily life, which turns disastrous, leading her guardian grandmother to decide to return to Katie's birth country immediately - Russia.

But, the suspense does not stop there. Katie's nemesis follows her back to Kyiv. But, she is the Pure one, and it is not.

She has William, her savior, with who she has a teen crush. He has been in the background helping Katie with her conflicts back at high school. But what is he?

The story ends with a clash of good against evil in the castle near the PURE WOODS. Dramatic but predictable.

Ms. Mesick's writing is 'straightforward and fast pace' at times. However, the lulls in the story outweighed them.

But, because of the exciting storyline, which includes vampires and a first love encounter by Katie, I believe it is an excellent Young-Adult series. I recommend the series as so.

Buy the Series and enjoy it, Young Adult.

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Review of The POWER of Your Subconscious Mind

The POWER of Your Subconscious Mind

 

JOSEPH MURPHY

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

I started reading this book in 2008 and pick it up every day to remind me that life goes on and I can change how I see it. Murphy's book did change my life; I will not go into details of how.

But this book, combined with ‘How to Be Idle,’ can do that for you.

See review: https://bit.ly/2UVt81K.

It would take all day for me to explain what I mean. YOU NEED TO READ THESE BOOKS.

Murphy goes into detail on how our human minds work and how we use them. What we read, think, and profess goes into our subconscious mind and stays there.

You can change what goes in your mind by following proven methods given within. Do it today before it’s too late.

A computer maximum is "Garbage in; Garbage Out," and according to this book, the same is for your subconscious mind. So, therefore, I agree with Joseph Murphy 100%.

That is why I recommend this brilliant book.

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Review of ALL THE GOOD GIRLS

ALL THE GOOD GIRLS

 

WILLOW ROSE

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

Because of his family situation and his lack of due diligence, Harry Hunter is the bodyguard of a possible target after the murder of several girls. His unorthodox investigation from an out-side-the box position is not believable.

 Although 'Girls' is well written and starts with an exciting plot, this mystery storyline did not keep me engaged. Also, the ending is not believable and did not entice me to read the second book in the series.

This novel is my second by Willow Rose, and I will most likely read another. but not in this series.   

 

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Review of Marin's Promise

 

Marin's Promise

 

MADELINE MARTIN

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

Two worlds collide in this Romance Novel. Marin is head of a wealthy aristocrat family while her father is away at war against the Scottish.  

Brad's world is that of fighting from the bottom up to reach a criminal life of wandering. But, first, he must take Marin's family castle to save his sister from hanging.

Marin and her four sisters present many problems for Brad after he tricks his way into the castle. Little by little, Brad falls for Marin even though she tries to kill him.

One thing leads to another, including a battle with Brad's cohorts in crime. Finally, Marin promises marriage to Brad, who must put his life on the line to enjoy a life-changing position.

Throughout the time Brad communicates with Marin; each has secretly desired the other. Those consummated desires lead to an explosive ending.

The writing is superb, and the characters believable. My only negative is that a few sex scenes are erotica. But, if you can overlook that, it's an adventurous romance you should read.

 

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Review of Dog Man

 

DOGMAN #1

 

Dav Pilkey

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

It is a fun book with illustrations of Dog Man and his nemesis Petey, a cat, of course. Who else would irritate a dog?

Petey is the mastermind of most of the city's crimes. Dog Man is a policeman who goes after the criminal of somewhat stupid crimes.

One crime stands out for me. Petey deletes all the WORDS of the world. It is incredible and hilarious how Dog Man solves the crime. I am happy to say Dog Man promotes reading in the adventure.

The reading is simple, and the illustrations are funny. Dog Man series is a good one for your nine to twelve-year-old.

I read it on my kindle, black and white. But, my ten-year-old grandson has a book, which is colorful, and he loves it. So, I will see how many he has in the ten-book series and buy him the rest.

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Review of DOOM

 

DOOM

The Politics of Catastrophe

NIALL FERGUSON

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

This profound history of every disaster you know or think you know - from wars, volcanoes, famines to plagues. Mr. Ferguson writes the story's factors one would not think existed.

The depth of each disaster's background is disturbing and not in any history books printed about those events I have read. I am 73 years old and have read much history.

In Niall Ferguson's written words, "the central point of this book - that all disasters are at some level man-made political disasters, even if they originate with new pathogens." His explanations of those horrendous events in history bring the reader to the present day.

While living in lockdown, he proposes why the Asian Flu 1957-1958 is similar to the COVID 2020 and shows the political and network differences at the beginning of the events. In some of his detail, the reader will agree with, some not.

However, his arguments are worth reading if you have an Inquisitive Mind - One of my top 10 reads of my life.

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Review of NIGHT MYST

 

NIGHT MYST

An Indigo Court Novel, Book 1

 

YASMINE GALENORN

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

Cicely returns to her roots as a witch with wind and other powers. At this point, she finds out that a Vampire Fae has abducted her relatives, and her ancient lover is working for that Fae.

Myst, the Vampire Fae Queen of the Indigo Court is out for vengeance, along with all her evil, powerful minions.  Contracting with Vampires by force, Cicely puts together a fantasy A-Team to free her relatives.

With a pending war between Vampire sects, Cicely's team attempts to free her relatives and is turned back. After meeting with her contracted bloodsucker and then her lover, an unusual event changes Cicely's team's odds.

The final intrusion into the Vampire Fae’s Forest leads to an explosive ending where there is no final victor. However, the reader will want more of the adventures of Witch Cicely Waters.

Ms. Galenorn's characters are numerous but are woven into a world well produce that keeps the reader's imaginary attention. People who enjoy stories about witches and vampires will love this book.

 

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Review of BED and BREAKFAST an MURDER

BED and BREAKFAST and MURDER

Fiona Fleming Cozy Mysteries #1

PATTI LARSEN

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

If you love Pugs that fart and follow you around, this book is for you. Fiona or Fee returns to her Vermont hometown because she inherited her grandmother's B&B and her pug; and because she was running away from a bad relationship.

Soon Fee finds out the business may not be hers from a despicable man. That person is found dead in the B&B's garden the next day.

Fee's family is a ‘Police.’ one, and she feels she should have been a detective, as her father was the Sheriff of the town. So, she does the sleuthing of the crime against multiply confrontation with the new good-looking present one.

Fiona does upset many in the small town leading to an explosive ending with an unlikely suspect. Truthfully, the reader should be able to follow the clues as the pug does.

Ms. Larsen's writing is cute and humorous but not the best cozy mystery I have read. Her character Fiona is the only character you will want to follow if you decide to read the series, which I recommend for fun because she is a character. 

 

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Review of TROUBLE TRIANGLE

 

TROUBLE TRIANGLE

Bk#1 Tyler's Trouble Trilogy Series

 

TRAVIS CASEY

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

“Oh, what a tangled web we weave...when first we practice to deceive.” Sir Walter Scott. This quote is appropriate for what happens after Tyler's USA Navy deployment in Hawaii.

Based on a bet with his roommate, Mark, he pursues a young lady, Holly. At the same time, he is enjoying the company of another woman, Debbie, who has a secret connection with the first.

Tyler's past life catches up with him, and he becomes connected to Holly, both physically and legally speaking.  Debbie asks Tyler for a sexual favor, and he complies. Both wrong moves, according to Mark.   

The relationship games begin becoming an emotional rollercoaster ride for all in the TROUBLE TRIANGLE. That triangle leads to an explosive ending which the reader will not see coming.

Mr. Casey's writing is crisp, easy to follow, funny, and at times vulgar. His characters, especially Tyler, come alive in an adult romantic comedy.  

I believe Book # 2 will have some more foot-in-mouth adventures.

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Review of I ALWAYS WANTED TO BE A SPY

 

I ALWAYS WANTED

TO BE A SPY

A Maggie Sloan Thriller

JUDITH A. BARRETT

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

Maggie is a strange but incredible individual. A Librarian who wants to be a spy. Her ability to observe and clarifying a situation is out of the box for an average person.

She sees something and has an immediate recall. Maggie's personality has a wit the reader will enjoy as her supporting characters, including her imaginary sidekicks.

An event at the library she is working puts Maggie and her friends through multi-whirlwind thrilling deadly encounters with an unknown enemy. Consolidated effort brings this adventure to a dreadful gunfight ending.

Ms. Barrett's story has its peaks and lulls, but the peaks outweigh the lulls. The characters and interwoven thrilling events make this a worthwhile read, a series starter.

Thrillers will be thrilled.

 

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Review of I CLOSE MY EYES

 

I CLOSE MY EYES

Close Series; Book One

 

REGINA PUCKETT

 

Reviewed by Author Roy Murry

 

Out of the 1800s, Ms. Puckett brings us two new characters, Lady Jane, the daughter of a Duke, and a young Duke Phillip. Each has a significant conflict with their fathers, which leads to discomfort.

The times dictate society's mores. In Jane and Phillip's case, their betrothal is unconventional for the level of the caste culture of royalty.

The two were found in a simple misunderstanding that Jane's stepmother stained it with a lie. A conflict began, and they were married.

The conflict is not with Jane and Phillip but with others. The devious events that follow throughout by those people bring the two closers.

Their marriage becomes an individual soul searching of the past, which brings them together to the place that Jane sees when she closes her eyes. And, the next chapter in The Duke and Duchess live to begin in Book Two.

I believe this is my fourth Romance novel by Ms. Puckett I have read.  All have been a delightful read. I assure you the series is a tear-jerking read.

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Review of THE MADNESS OF CROWDS

 

THE MADNESS OF CROWDS

 

DOUGLAS MURRAY

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

"Disagreement is not oppression. Argument is not assault. Words - even provocative or repugnant ones - are not violence. The answer to speech we do not like is more speech." is a quote Mr. Douglas Murray uses in his dissertation on Gay, Women, Race, and Trans' evolution. This rational analysis opened my eyes using historical information and events unknown to me.

Mr. Murray's insightful conservative conclusions dissect the grievances of many who are too Woke to the point that they would call this book propaganda. On the other hand, I call his A-to-Z explanations: the mores of the mob dominating our social media and affecting young minds.

The new world metaphysics and intersectionality have a battle on their hands against facts, science, logic, and the truth. Mr. Murray brings this all to light in his long and detailed debates of the issues mentioned above.

The writing is an intelligent and thought-provoking read. "The Madness of Crowds is A BOOK FOR THE INQUISITIVE MIND, ala Murry's Readers Are Leaders.

 

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Review of NEVER DATE YOUR BROTHER'S BEST FRIEND

 

NEVER DATE YOUR

Brother's Best Friend

 

JULES BARNARD

 

Review by Author Roy Murry

 

Oh, the web we spine in our youth. Cali, at twenty-one, believes she is going in one direction with her life and moves with her best friend Gen to Lake Tahoe, working in a casino to make money for the future.

Jaeger, Cali's brother's friend from High School, has made a new life after a significant life-changing defeat. Since their school days, he has cared for Cali - they meet again with Cali's brother Tyler in toe.

The conversations and logic of events the characters evolve into are seeming immature for these young adults. The twist and turn of all of their relationships lead to a rocky road.

Non-commitments and bad decision-making lead to conflicts that all could avoid. Cali is the main character who leads the pack.

Luck plays a significant role in the ending results after a critical turning point without going into detail. Love wins in the end.

The author's writing style is superb, but the plot is so-so. Ms. Barnard leaves openings in this novel with gaps of what happened to... This novel is Book 1 of a five-book series but does not read that way - my only complaint.

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