From Amazon: Having escaped through the magical doorway in an old, gnarly tree, Twigs and Thistle enter the ravaged realm of the thunderbird. Trees have been burned, mountains scarred and not a single living creature can be seen in this desolate land. But then the friends discover some hideaways who are living in fear. A foolish choice has been made, and now the protected have become the hunted. The angered thunderbird wants revenge, and Twigs and Thistle must face the mythical beast in order to improve their chances of finding a doorway home. In this, the second book of the enchanting series, Broken Twigs, the feisty fae and her elf friend must find their courage if they ever hope to see Faerie Forest again.

My Review: I found this book to be an awesome fantasy filled with fairies, and more, in a truly make-believe setting. The characters come to life with the illustrations that support them. Children learn many lessons and honesty is one lesson. Children learn what can happen if one steals what isn’t theirs, and the consequences of such acts. Highly recommended.

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From Amazon: Poetic fuel for that fire inside your body and soul. Changeling is written by Anna Casamento Arrigo

My Review: As I read this book, I was drawn into each poem, deeply, and emotion flowed within my person. I liked all of the book and especially “Mass”. One can see the beauty of the words with the delightful artistry of the graphics included. Five stars!

From Amazon: HOW TO WRITE FOR SUCCESS LITERARY MAGAZINE – SECOND ISSUE, due in September and March each year, contains interviews of literary icons, poems from five-star poets, articles and poems from Chief Administrators, Administrators, a round-up of the network’s news and achievements over the past six months of all five forums, and more, Read and be entertained by acclaimed poets around the world from the following Literary Forums:
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From Amazon: A humorous, feel-good tale to keep you laughing! Alan has been accused of being a vampire, a vampire in heaven. His canine buddy, a little Pekingese named Nippy, also comes under question. No one understands how Alan has managed it, but his heavenly body has changed. He has actual blood coursing through his heavenly vessel, and he’s become addicted to the stuff. When he’s labeled a vampire, everyone becomes concerned that his condition could spread. As a result, heaven is placed under quarantine. Its pearly gates are closed until the mystery is solved. Fortunately, Alan gets help from unexpected sources, including heaven’s canine community. A little dog named Nippy becomes a friend that supports Alan as he tries to find a solution to his woes. Mayhem and laughter come together to make this a tale that will leave you smiling.

My Review: This is the first book that I’ve read by Bazinet. She has woven a lovely take on heaven and a vampire, one that takes caring about others to new level. We all can learn from the narrative, laugh, commiserate with the loss, and be happy regardless of what comes our way. For Alan to realize his full self, finally, was scripted within this book. Five stars.

From Amazon: Getting Away with Murder. Claire is happily married to the charismatic Max Maric and living the dream in a luxury house in the prestigious Sandbanks area of Poole Harbour. She loves her husband and their precious son, Freddy. Her life is perfect. Or so she thinks. Annabelle is Max Maric’s lover. She’s a wealthy widow and is all set to marry him, just as soon as he’s divorced. Her life will then be perfect. Or so she thinks. One man, two women, but they can’t both have him. And he doesn’t get to choose – the schizophrenic decides, with a sophisticated plan to eradicate her nemesis in the most heinous of ways. The intended victim needs a friend. Fortunately, she has a new one she’s become close to. But nobody told her that false friends are worse than open enemies.

My Review: This book sucked me in immediately. Normally, I don’t read many murder books but this story was woven so tight, I had to finish it as soon as possible. Luxury, wealth, high street clothing, gorgeous women and men, add in some mental disorders and a couple shrinks, one bloody cocktail. Five stars! Oh, she might kill again. After all, she got away with her first murder. Conniving she is, indeed!

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