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16.2.24

Mr Magenta

Mr Magenta

By Christopher Bowden

Genre:-Crime Fiction/Thriller

Pages:-174

Publisher:-Langton & Wood

Blurb:-Stephen Marling thought he knew his aunt Flora. But when he inherits her house in a quiet south London square a series of discoveries among her papers brings to light another person entirely.

Who, for example, is 'Mr Magenta' and what part did he play in her life?

In the process of uncovering the secrets of one life, Stephen is forced to re-evaluate his own and decide what he really wants. Was he right to turn his back on Nancy Steiner, the young actress he met in New York, when he came home to take up his inheritance?

Interweaving past and present, the story takes him from a Brooklyn bookshop to a theatre in Marseille to a cottage on the east coast of England where the truth about Mr Magenta is finally revealed

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My Review:-When Stephen Marling inherited his Aunt Flora's house, as well as all her belongings, Stephen didn't know what to expect. Was he just going to sort out what he wanted, throwing everything else out, if only. As Stephen starts to go through his Aunt Flora's things, there was many memories that he remembered. But then he came across a piece of paper that could change everything...Mr Magenta. Stephen soon found paperwork and photos of a person he had no idea who it was. It wasn't long before Stephen started to look at his own life. Was he right to leave Nancy Steiner?

If you are looking for a cozy read with a bit of romance and some hidden secrets this is a book for you. With the book only being 174 pages it's one you can easy read in one sitting.

Jubilee

Jubilee

By Stephen K. Stanford

Genre:-FICTION/Science Fiction/Space Opera

Pages:-288

Publisher:-Flame Tree Press

Blurb:-It was meant to be an in and out mission...

Jubilee is a lawless, artifical world existing within it's own parallel universe; a seething cesspool of vice ruled by an eccentric Al.

So they say.

Detective Col and Danes are sent to Jubilee on a hastily organised mission to recover the body of a leading conservative politician (someone it seems, has been a naughty boy). But the corpse has been switched and the imperilled partners are drawn together. They might be falling in love, or they might be saving the galaxy-either way the authorities will not be pleased.

FLAME TREE PRESS is the imprint of long-standing Independeny Flame Tree Publishing, dedicated to full-length original fiction in the horror and suspense, science fiction and fantasy. The list brings together fantastic new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices. Learn more about Flame Tree Press at www.flametreepress.com and connect on social media @FlameTreePress

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My Review:-Jubilee, run by the Al Douglas, a parallel universe, where you can do as you please. When Col and Danee are suddenly sent to Jubilee to collect a body of a politician who has died, they expected it to be a easy job, but how wrong can it be. The body is waiting for Col and Danee, but there is a problem, it's not the right body, someone has swapped this body before they got there.

Col's wife goes missing as well, and Cole and Danee are put in the frame for murder. Has this something to do with the missing body that was swapped and if so, who is behind it and most importantly why?

This is a detective crime story but also a sci-fi one. The pace of the story was a bit slow at the begin but soon picked up speed, with some humour and romance. The characters were interesting and likeable.

The Hanging Moon

The Hanging Moon-Leopard's Bane Book 3

By Phill Featherstone

Genre:-Fantasy

Pages:-256

Publisher:-Opitus Books

Blurb:-In the thrilling third instalment of the mesmerising fantasy series, “Leopard’s Bane," the star-crossed lovers Yalka and Peglar face their most dire test yet. With their fates intertwined, but cruelly separated, Yalka finds herself imprisoned, caught in a dangerous game orchestrated by Vancia, Peglar’s stepmother, and his vengeful half-brother, Ragul.

As Yalka faces the darkness of her captivity, her loyal friend Eylese learns of her plight and sets out on a daring mission to rescue her. However, just as Yalka manages to escape disaster strikes when Peglar is captured and brought before Ragul, now the despotic ruler of the city. He is condemned to die by hanging at the next full moon. Peglar's fate appears sealed and despair grips the hearts of the lovers as they face the looming spectre of their separation, possibly forever.

Night falls on the eve of the full moon and a crowd gathers to witness the horror. The ritual begins and Peglar mounts the scaffold. All seems lost but then as the moon rises an unexpected twist of fate sets off a startling and unexpected chain of events.

In this exciting tale, treachery and undying love collide, loyalties are tested, sacrifices made, and the power of the human spirit shines bright against the backdrop of a corrupt society. Will Yalka and Peglar find a way to reunite and rewrite their destiny? The answer lies under the hanging moon.

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My Review:-This is Book Three of the 'Leopard's Bane' series. I've had the pleasure of reading and reviewing Book One and Two. I would like to say a big thank you to Phill for given us another great book. I've been looking forward in seeing what happened to Yalka and Peglar, but also what would become of Ragul and his mother Vancia. Nothing was going to be safe for Yalka and Peglar if they stayed together. Being imprisoned by Peglar's stepmother Vanica and his half brother Ragul, Yalka knows she needs to get out and that's up to Eylese to get her free, but not everything goes to plan. Will Yalka and Peglar ever be able to be together again and be free of Ragul and Vancia. Sorry I don't do spoilers, you need to read it yourself to find out what becomes of them all. All I will says is the lover between Yalka and Peglar is so strong and real that you can feel it, because of Phill being a great writer.

Chasing the Light

Chasing the Light-The Photographer's Trilogy Book Two

By Julia Boggio

Genre:-Romance

Pages:-340

Publisher:-Home by Midnight Publishing

Blurb:-On the outside, Francesca March is a confident woman and an entrepreneur, but on the inside, she’s a quivering mess with a painful secret.

When she runs into ex-boyfriend Krish Kapadia, old feelings bubble to the surface, but her instincts tell her to push him away again.

He’s still sexy. He still has a bad habit of rescuing her. But she’s still broken. Plus he’s got a nice new girlfriend who could easily win a beauty contest. His life is working out just how he’s always wanted.

But when Krish finally discovers her secret, will that change his plans? Or will he stay the course with the life he always said he wanted? And even if he did choose her, will Francesca let him?

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My Review:-'Chasing the Light' is Book Two in 'The Photographers Trilogy'. I have read and reviewed Book One 'Shooters'. I would recommend that you read Book One first before diving into this book. After five years not seeing Francesca, there she was at a wedding and all those feelings came running back. Krish has had five years to get his life sorted and is where he wants to be... or is he really. Krish is caring, thoughtful, ambitions and talented. Francesca is stubborn, talented and has a secret she wants to keep. This story is set around an extravagant Indian wedding, with Bollywood dancing, and everything that comes with it. We also get to meet Connor and Stella again from Book One

How Boys Learn

How Boys Learn

By Jeff Kirchick

Genre:-Contemporary

Pages:-180

Publisher:-Atmosphere Press

Blurb:-In today’s world, young men grapple with concepts like “toxic masculinity” that often lead to self-doubt and aimlessness. Such ideologies can push them toward negative influences online or unproductive behaviours. How Boys Learn by Jeff Kirchick presents a different perspective, delving into the nuanced journeys boys navigate. These stories offer insight into friendships, relationships, sexuality, and the quest to become better individuals.

Kirchick’s collection captures diverse experiences: from a conflicted teenage wrestler in rural Pennsylvania to a post war society designed to curb “bad ideas,” and a doctor’s encounters with family and an unusual patient. Love is the overarching theme, whether it’s the characters’ connections with others or their pursuit of self-love.

Originally penned in 2010 under the guidance of esteemed author Edmund White at Princeton University, these tales have been refined for a wider audience. Kirchick’s aim is to impart lessons on struggle, humanity, and discovering love in unexpected corners. How Boys Learn invites readers to explore the complexities of growing up and finding love amid life’s challenges

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My Review:-'How Boys Learn' is an intriguing anthology of seven short stories. Having five boys I was interested to see what this book would bring. A book about teenage boys/men and some things they go through-growing up, relationship, depression, need to be accepted, eating disorders and mental health, as well as everyday challenges they have to cope with. I found it thought provoking and interesting to a point that it left me thinking after I finished it.

15.2.24

Artificial Wisdom-Read Along. Q12

Artificial Wisdom - Read Along

By Thomas R. Weaver

Q12:-Chapter 63. Is Solomon the right choice for a dictator?

A:-This is a hard one, at the beginning I would of said no but then as I read more I thought who else would be better than Al but now I've finished the book I'm not to sure.

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