Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare Charming protagonists, reprehensible relatives, with an edge-of-your-seat conclusion, as seen through the eyes of the irrepressible feline hero! Looking forward to more adventures with Mary, George, and Catastrophe! Amazon.com *****review An absolutely wonderful book for children and adults! Very well written, and the description of the Highlands where Catastrophe lives is enchanting. As is Catastrophe himself, and his exciting tale. … [Read more...]
FEATURED BOOK: Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
Genre: family cosy cat mystery 8 - 108 years Charming protagonists, reprehensible relatives, with an edge-of-your-seat conclusion, as seen through the eyes of the irrepressible feline hero! Looking forward to more adventures with Mary, George, and Catastrophe! Amazon.com *****review An absolutely wonderful book for children ...and adults! Very well written, and the description of the Highlands where Catastrophe lives is enchanting. As is Catastrophe himself, and his exciting tale. This … [Read more...]
FEATURED BOOK: The Dragon Whisperer by Lucinda Hare
Genre: fantasy & in the case of Scottish wildcat Catastrophe, cosy mystery FANTASY BOOK REVIEW 9/10 ~ Reading Lucinda Hare’s debut novel The Dragon Whisperer is like riding a dragon. You have to hold on tight during the twist and turns, take time to stop and enjoy the breathtaking view, prepare yourself for the sudden lows, enjoy the soaring heights and make sure you’re not on the wrong end of that fiery breath! A tale hatched from Hare’s real-life experiences and devotion to all kinds … [Read more...]
The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett
The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett The first book of the Princelings of the East series introduces us to Princelings George and Fred. Imagine them scurrying around the castle using secret passages, carrying out scientific experiments that occasionally blow up in their faces, or quaffing ale at their favourite tavern. But there is trouble in their world. They may not use much energy, but when they do, it is usually for important occasions. Energy draining to a halt to ruin the … [Read more...]
FEATURED BOOK: Guppy Butter by K. Grivante
Genre: childrens, humor, animals Cute for kids, a bit twisted and funny for adults! A Guppy?? But I wanted a Puppy! Guppy Butter is the darkly humorous tale of a young girl's wish for a puppy, but who ends up getting a Guppy instead. She tries her best to meet her father's demands that if she can keep a fish alive, she'll be allowed to get a puppy. Tragedy after humorous tragedy ensues as she endures the taunts of her older brother and does her best to keep her fishies alive! Complimented … [Read more...]
Dead Diary by L. P. Donnelli
Targeted Age Group:: 11-15 Dead Diary tells the story of Mathilde, a young girl who has to deal with the usual difficulties of growing up: such as problems at school, not being noticed by that special boy, and having to constantly help ghosts find their peace: I’m tired. Dead tired. So tired I can barely stay awake to write this. After helping Mr Bircher search for his head all night, I’m a little annoyed too. Dad doesn’t help. He doesn’t know what it's like for a girl my age, trying to … [Read more...]
FEATURED BOOK: The Perfect Christmas by Patricia L. Christian
Genre: Children' Book A Childrens Christmas Book titled “The Perfect Christmas” The three long-needled pine trees grew up together on a Christmas tree farm in North Carolina, nestled between the Elbow and Shoehorn mountains. All three dream of becoming beautiful Christmas trees. Marshall is a perfect tree: tall, well-shaped, and with beautiful branches. Barney and Butch aren't quite so lucky. Barney has a large bald spot in his branches. Butch is short and stocky. When Christmas comes, … [Read more...]
FEATURED BOOK: All Quiet on Nassau Lake by Maria Schell Burden
Genre: Children Night has come and the baby animals around Nassau Lake are settling down for some rest. Young children will love saying goodnight to each animal family as you read the rhyming verses in this soothing baby animal story. Sleepy baby rabbits, squirrels, otters and others will enchant your little one. Perfect for ages 0-5. Link to buy book … [Read more...]
Goalden Girl by Tracey Morait
Targeted Age Group:: 9-12 Gemma Sutherland isn't happy. A year after the death of her mother, her dad has married Shelley, whose daughter, Portia, is a spoilt brat. As if that wasn't enough they've moved house and Gemma has to go to Naylorsfield Comp where they don't let girls play football like they do at her old school. Frustrated with her new life, Gemma rebels, shocks her dad by becoming a Goth and vows to drive Shelley and Portia away. She also starts a campaign to introduce girls … [Read more...]
TWO AMERICAN HEROES by KENECHUKWU OBI
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41fIbfJm3HL._BO2,204,203,200_PIsitb-sticker-v3-big,TopRight,0,-55_SX278_SY278_PIkin4,BottomRight,1,22_AA300_SH20_OU01_.jpgBobby and Billy are two little American boys that live with their single parents in Alabama. Both boys desire to be heroes, on hearing their schoolteacher talk about it. But their parents do not want them to embark on anything to become heroes without first going to college. Bobby and Billy discover four bags in a bush near their … [Read more...]
