The Soul of the World by @jg_silverman #Fantasy #AmReading #ReviewShare

The Soul of the World by Joshua Silverman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The writing definitely deserves applause. This is definitely better than the first book in the series. All of the characters are complex. The fantasy elements are richly developed. From start to finish, the pace is fast and does not lag. There were no unnecessary dialogue or scenes, especially ones that did not connect to the key focus of the book. In the end, everything was connected.

The protagonist has a driven goal which by 30% of the book has the reader rooting in his favour. Good or bad, his reactions were strong and clear in a way that made me like him even more. Despite the need to do what others wanted him to do, he was intent on finding his way.

An easy story to read and even better story to love. Four stars from me.

Disclosure - As a Quality Reads UK Book Club member, I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I received no monetary compensation for my book review. This book review is based on my thoughts, opinion and understanding of the book. This book review does not reflect the opinion of other book club members.

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Dance for a Dead Princess by Deborah Hawkins @DeborahHawk3 #Mystery #Romance #ReviewShare

Dance for a Dead Princess by Deborah Hawkins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is one of those books that is a great conversation starter and can make conversations go on for a long time because you'll want to turn every angle around so nothing is missed. If it isn't already obvious, I love mysteries.

The theory or rumour that Princess Diana knew of her assassination plan is a strong point of debate. That alone would have anyone scrambling to read this book. Some readers will point out that the involvement of royalty was nothing but a mcguffin but I think it draws on the idea of how we perceive people which is the very foundation of this book.

Both main characters perceive each other in a strong, stubborn manner which later has them backtracking. I had just finished an Atwood book when I got to this so my expectations were high. The introduction felt forced but by the time you reached 25%, you start to have a relationship with the characters and there's no turning back.

If you are looking for a fabulous "carry you away" type read, this is it. The characters are human and wonderful. They are frail and faulty. You can see yourself in each one of the decisions they must make. It's not the "rending of the loincloth" type romance, either, and I'm so happy it’s not.

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A 3rd Time to Die by George Bernstein @georgebernstein #pnr #bookreview #reviewshare

A 3rd Time to Die by George Bernstein
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is so well written and heartfelt that without the paranormal elements, it is hard to believe it is fiction. The major question A 3rd Time to Die tries to answer is - what is another definition for love? Commitment? Devotion? Sweet pain? Perseverance? Acceptance?

Both main characters have to make choices which helps them learn, give, receive, and grow in a relationship. Maybe all that comes close. Imperfect people loving imperfect people, finding out who they are between their past lives and present time.

I delight in being surprised in the books I read, and it's fun to discover the surprises in this one. Authors who give courageously, who put themselves out there for the world to see, who help me see the world in a new way, are tops in my estimation, and George Bernstein does it with A 3rd Time to Die.

This book is so worth reading, it is thought provoking and very real. The author is so accomplished at characterization that I could clearly see from Ashley's viewpoint and why she acted in the manner that she did. I truly felt a strong connection with the main characters.

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