by William W. Johnstone; J.A. Johnstone

4 Stars

Book 1 of The Last Wagon Train

Kensington Publishing

General Fiction Adult; Historical Fiction

This book The Last Wagon Train takes the reader back into the Wild West times. The beginning of steam trains and the end of an era for the Wagon Trains. A railway tycoon gives a huge challenge to the local Waggoner the challenge is accepted and a few things have gone wrong. The book was a little slow to start but a couple of chapters the plot begins to thicken and becomes rather interesting. A few simple twists and turns with some clever tricks are being made. The story follows a couple of tricky characters, a budding romance and friendships being created.

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I received a complimentary copy of this book from  via NetGalley for my honest review of the book  . The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own thoughts, feelings and viewpoints of the book.

by John Whyte, MD, MPH

Published by Harper Horizon

Genre Health, Mind & Body

 5 Stars

This book has been written to those who are at risk of developing any type of diabetes. The book also advises of ways on changing a negative thoughts of diabetes to positive thoughts to prevent getting a diagnosis of diabetes.

I recommend the book to those who are at risk of developing diabetes and those who have prediabetes, gestational diabetes and just been diagnosed with diabetes.

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by Emerson Ford

Description

Inspired by a remarkable true story and brought to life in cinematic detail, an unforgettable tale of courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bonds of family.

General Fiction (Adult), Historical Fiction, Women’s Fiction

5 stars

A young woman finds some old letters which first dates before her birth. The letters send readers back in time just before, during and after WWII. I now have found another genre that I like to read about and it’s about romance, relationships, friendships and war. I rather enjoyed reading the old letters which described the family, relationships and life in general. I’m amazed on how the author Emerson Ford had brought the characters to life and each character was able to tell their story through the letters and characters around them. Some sections are very emotional with happiness, anger and sadness. I love the book and recommend to others to read but could be triggering to those who might have experienced similar in life.

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An absolutely gripping timeslip romance that will have you hooked (A Mandeville Mystery Book 4)

by Callie Langridge

Pub Date Jan 09 2025 | Archive Date Jan 09 2025

Storm Publishing

Genres: General Adult Fiction, Historical Fiction and Mystery and Thriller

4 Stars

The Mandeville Curse by Callie Langridge is a unique story of three families joined together via their great grandparents and grandparents. It was very interesting to read as the stories are connected together. I enjoyed reading how the past and present are connected and the past and present are shared within the story. Both parts gives the reader certain hints of how they are connected and how the supposed curse is applied.

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Healthy Happy ADHD

Transform How You Move, Eat, and Feel, and Create Your Own Path to Well-Being

by Lisa Dee

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Medical, Health Mind & Body, Self Help Genres

Author Lisa Dee wrote about her experiences with ADHD as written in her book Healthy Happy ADHD. Author Lisa Dee writes on how she found that she might be experiencing ADHD symptoms. The book is written basically for women on what ADHD is and the symptoms along with ways of how to deal and cope with the disorder in their daily lives. Day to day life at home, work and out in the community. If you find yourself struggling and feeling that you might have ADHD please see advice.

3 stars

Medical text

Strong Heart, Sharp Mind

The 6-Step Brain-Body Balance Program that Reverses Heart Disease and Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s with a Foreword by Dr. Michael F. Roizen

by Joseph C. Piscatella; Marwan Noel Sabbagh

Strong Hearts and Strong Minds is a text written for those in mind who wish to keep their hearts and minds sharp and strong. I read the first couple of chapters and felt that it was a little too much for me to keep reading due to the medical jargon. I was a little confused and overwhelmed by what they were talking about. It’s an ideal book for those who wish to learn on how to keep their hearts strong and mind sharp and active. I agree with the authors that if something concerns you about your health, heart and mind consult your doctor.

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The Family Ties by Angela Henry is a little slow and confusing at first. It’s intriguing, sitting on the edge of the seat thrilling book along with twists and turns, red herrings and difficult to put down. The book content does indeed reflect the title of the book. The content is full of family lies and stories while a confusing romance is budding. It’s close to the ending of when the real action begins and the clues and hints revealed in earlier chapters are beginning to make sense. A book recommended for readers who love to read mystery and thriller with a touch of love and romance

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City of Fear book 2 an Ava Gold Mystery

Blake Pierce

5 star rating

Ava Gold a newly appointed Detective in the Womens department of the NYPD is looking into the murder of a young woman. Ava is a strong woman, who knows her own mind and goes out of her way to figure out what happened. It doesn’t matter if the victim is from the poor or rich side of town, Ava treats them with respect but also knows how to fight her way out of situations. These situations could be needing her quick wit or thinking even with her fists or feet. The book is not for the quick reader as you might miss out some much needed information. Full of twists and turns, clues leading to other issues, red hearings or dead ends. Edge of the seat thrilling until the end, with a slight cliffhanger leading to the next Ava story.

I received this book for free from Blake Pierce in exchange for my honest review – good or bad.

City of Ghosts

Ava Gold Book 4

Blake Pierce

5 Stars

Riveting

I am awed by Ava’s strong woman, takes no crap from anyone who knows her own mind, and quick to seek out any clues to solve the murders. City of Ghosts, is full of twists and turns and clues to the murder sends Ava anywhere including dead ends and red herrings. This book is not for a quick reader as this book can leave you on the edge of your seat.

I received this book for free from Blake Pierce in exchange for my honest review – good or bad.

City of Bones

An Ava Gold Mystery – Book three

Blake Pierce

5 stars

Ava Gold a widow looking for her husbands murder. Ava a detective is usually  teamed up with NYPD Detective Frank but in this murder mystery in City of Bones Ava goes out on her own. Ava is becoming well known wherever she goes. I am awed by Ava’s strong character who knows her own mind, and quick to seek out any clues to solve the murders. City of Bones, is full of twists and turns and clues to the murder sends Ava anywhere including dead ends and red herrings. This book is not for a quick reader as this book can leave you on the edge of your seat.

I received this book for free from Blake Pierce in exchange for my honest review – good or bad.