Monday, June 26, 2017

Book Review: Missing by Adiva Geffen

MissingMissing by Adiva Geffen
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Missing by Adiva Geffen was quite an interesting suspenseful mystery novel. It was a multifaceted novel that had many many layers. The best part of this novel was the development of characters. Geffen thoroughly delved into the psyche of each character. I greatly appreciated this it helped to push the story along and helped distinguished each character as well.

While the plot of Missing was well established, the beginning of the novel was a little slow. We start off with the murder of a young girl and then go back in time for how it happened. The premise is great but the delivery was lacking. The story for me did not really keep my attention until after chapter twenty-two. But once it took off it really took off.

As the reader, I really connected with Dikla and Sammy. Those women had total spunk and although they are a little rough around the edges, Geffen really makes you believe or start to believe in their cause. The conspiracy theory and cult-like atmosphere surrounding this mystery lead a sense of urgency to find out what happens to Daria and others like her.

Overall, this novel had great potential and despite the slow start, it was a real good read. If you are looking for a true mystery novel with a little action and snarky comebacks, Missing will fall right in line with you. While there is a small amount of romance in this novel it mainly falls in the mystery/thriller genre.

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Monday, March 6, 2017

Review: And Then I Met Margaret by Rob White

And Then I Met Margaret And Then I Met Margaret by Rob White
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rob White's "And Then I Met Margaret" gave me complete hope in the future. I say this because this book of stories was not only very easy to read but it was quite inspirational. White starts the stories out in childhood and progresses through each stage of his life. What I found most endearing was his ability to find lessons in some of the simplest creatures to the famous people.

White's life was by no means an easy one but the moral of his story was to never stop believing and never take the easy way out. Although the book promotes positivity, definitely positive thinking, I could sense his struggle to never be poor again. Yes, he is rich now but he was not always and he has a true "Started from the bottom, now I am here" story.

Each chapter brings the reader a new catchy saying and ends it with more food for thought. In his lessons, I was able to apply the point to my everyday life, my dreams and aspiration. "And Then I Met Margaret" has me looking closer at the people in my life and those new faces that I meet. You never know may be placed in your path to assist you on your journey; that is the biggest lesson learned from this book.

Learn to be more observant. Learn to really open your eyes and experience life. Learn to listen with all of your faculties. Learn from your past mistakes. Rob White gave a blueprint, not "the" blueprint, but a version of one that I simply found refreshing. Bits and pieces will help me on my journey and I hope that others will read this with an open mind as well.

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Saturday, January 7, 2017

Winter by Reece Ran ~ Book Review

Winter Winter by Reece Ran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Reece Ran's "Winter" was an unexpected roller coaster ride of adventure, mystery, drama and twisted comedy. It read to me like a science fiction with a twist of horror in it. Without giving anything away Ran gives you immediate action at the beginning of this novel. There is something in the snow, or the snow itself is alive. But not only is there an issue with the snow but can one trust the people in your family or your immediate circle. The story is told from the view of the main character, Zimmer Mac. Mac a father, husband, and soldier must put his family back in order and protect them and friends from a very harsh winter.

The story is set in the future well past the year of 2040 and not much technology wise has changed. What surprised me most is the way Ran gets the reader hooked on the action then the "who did it" phase keeps kicking in. I was constantly guessing about who was doing the killing and who was stealing people? Needless to say, I did not have it right at the end but the journey to the very last page had me on edge. Ran's writing style is quick witted and flows quite nicely. Although this is not a zombie novel, I did have the fleeting thought that it should have zombies in it. Low and behold, it was like Ran read my mind and someone mentioned very briefly the word zombie (lol).

Overall I had a great time reading this novel. Although a two or three times a few of the paranormal characters were a little over the top in actions, Ran did balance it very well overall. Looking forward to Reece Ran's next piece. If you wish to read a novel with action and horror with a twist of mystery this is the book for you. I promise you will enjoy it.

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