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Real Monsters
Brian Gallagher
2019 Finalist
286 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Maureen Dangarembizi for Readers' Favorite
Real Monsters by Brian Gallagher is a horror novel in its own league. When Frank Ort, a former resident of the Bohemian Forest, tells his great-grandson, Sean O’Shea, what he’d seen in his homeland, he has no idea the story would have far-reaching consequences in the future. Sean never forgot his great-grandfather’s story and now that he wants to write a new novel he is inspired to prove the existence of supernatural creatures like vampires and werewolves. Sean and his friends expect to find a basis for all the superstitions in Europe but not to actually find real monsters. Not only do they attract dangerous creatures of the night, but their presence in Europe attracts an old foe. Craig Breedlove has escaped Winnebago Mental Health Institute and has resumed murdering men of the cloth. On his way to the Vatican, Breedlove learns that his former captors are nearby.
It has been a long time since I read a horror story that surprised me and Real Monsters has done so in the best way possible. This story is not just horror but has splashes of romance, crime, and drama that give it a unique flavor. The fact that Brian Gallagher addresses the controversial topic of Catholic priest abuses and cover-ups makes for an interesting read. This was my favorite subplot. Depending on who is reading, the villain becomes something of a hero, an avenger of the innocents. It was so satisfying for the perpetrators to be punished, at least in this fictional story. Real Monsters also exposes some of the weaknesses in society that let wicked men continue to do evil acts without reprisal. This book is a must-read for fans of horror and conspiracy theory fiction like The DaVinci Code.
Real Monsters by Brian Gallagher is a horror novel in its own league. When Frank Ort, a former resident of the Bohemian Forest, tells his great-grandson, Sean O’Shea, what he’d seen in his homeland, he has no idea the story would have far-reaching consequences in the future. Sean never forgot his great-grandfather’s story and now that he wants to write a new novel he is inspired to prove the existence of supernatural creatures like vampires and werewolves. Sean and his friends expect to find a basis for all the superstitions in Europe but not to actually find real monsters. Not only do they attract dangerous creatures of the night, but their presence in Europe attracts an old foe. Craig Breedlove has escaped Winnebago Mental Health Institute and has resumed murdering men of the cloth. On his way to the Vatican, Breedlove learns that his former captors are nearby.
It has been a long time since I read a horror story that surprised me and Real Monsters has done so in the best way possible. This story is not just horror but has splashes of romance, crime, and drama that give it a unique flavor. The fact that Brian Gallagher addresses the controversial topic of Catholic priest abuses and cover-ups makes for an interesting read. This was my favorite subplot. Depending on who is reading, the villain becomes something of a hero, an avenger of the innocents. It was so satisfying for the perpetrators to be punished, at least in this fictional story. Real Monsters also exposes some of the weaknesses in society that let wicked men continue to do evil acts without reprisal. This book is a must-read for fans of horror and conspiracy theory fiction like The DaVinci Code.
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The Meadows
London Clarke
2019 Honorable Mention
444 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Anne-Marie Reynolds for Readers' Favorite
The Meadows by London Clarke is a terrifying tale of the supernatural. Scarlett, fresh out of rehab, needed a new start and The Meadows in the Shenandoah Valley seemed like the right place. A huge mansion going for a song; she planned to turn it into a bed and breakfast but other forces had different ideas. Voices, fleeting glimpses of shadows, a lady in black and a strange substance dripping through the ceiling. Strange people start to give Scarlett warnings and then a tunnel is found, running under the house. After Scarlett is injured by a malevolent spirit, she decides she must fight back. She has no idea what she is about to unleash; a 10-year-old murder, satanic cults and demons - things are about to take on an even more nightmarish quality. Can Scarlett survive demonic and human forces? Or will she run and leave it all behind?
The Meadows is another great offering by London Clarke, full of suspense and terror. Once I started to read, I couldn’t put the book down. London Clarke has an excellent way with words and she really knows how to draw a reader in. I think she dealt with the subject of alcohol and drug abuse very well, weaving it neatly into a story will thrill all fans of the supernatural genre. The characters are drawn out gradually through the story, with more details about their backgrounds and lives being woven deftly in, threading throughout the entire story. There is a lot going on here; supernatural violence, sexual situations (nothing graphic), satanic cults, demons, malevolent spirits, and the inevitable ghost hunting team. Great story! I did wonder, at the end, whether there would be a sequel to this book. I hope so!
The Meadows by London Clarke is a terrifying tale of the supernatural. Scarlett, fresh out of rehab, needed a new start and The Meadows in the Shenandoah Valley seemed like the right place. A huge mansion going for a song; she planned to turn it into a bed and breakfast but other forces had different ideas. Voices, fleeting glimpses of shadows, a lady in black and a strange substance dripping through the ceiling. Strange people start to give Scarlett warnings and then a tunnel is found, running under the house. After Scarlett is injured by a malevolent spirit, she decides she must fight back. She has no idea what she is about to unleash; a 10-year-old murder, satanic cults and demons - things are about to take on an even more nightmarish quality. Can Scarlett survive demonic and human forces? Or will she run and leave it all behind?
The Meadows is another great offering by London Clarke, full of suspense and terror. Once I started to read, I couldn’t put the book down. London Clarke has an excellent way with words and she really knows how to draw a reader in. I think she dealt with the subject of alcohol and drug abuse very well, weaving it neatly into a story will thrill all fans of the supernatural genre. The characters are drawn out gradually through the story, with more details about their backgrounds and lives being woven deftly in, threading throughout the entire story. There is a lot going on here; supernatural violence, sexual situations (nothing graphic), satanic cults, demons, malevolent spirits, and the inevitable ghost hunting team. Great story! I did wonder, at the end, whether there would be a sequel to this book. I hope so!
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Devil's Den
A Nephilim Thriller - Book 1
Jeff Altabef
2019 Bronze Medal
296 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Susan Sewell for Readers' Favorite
A man looking for his mother after many years of estrangement unexpectedly finds himself embroiled in a demonic war that threatens the continuity of the world in the exciting and action-packed novel, Devil's Den (A Nephilim Thriller Book 1) by Jeff Altabef. Sixteen years ago, Steven left Philadelphia to embark on a secret and dangerous career. To keep Kate, the only woman he ever loved, safe from his enemies and his darker side, he never returned ... until now. Recently, the demons which continually hound Steven, trying to turn him, have stepped up their harassment. To get answers to why they are attached to him, Steven returns to his childhood neighborhood to find the solution to his burgeoning dilemma. While searching for the cause behind his tortured past, Steven receives a cry for help from Kate. Her daughter, Megan, has been abducted and Kate wants Steven to rescue her. With demons fast on his heels, Steven discovers that an ancient evil plan of doom and destruction is under way. The kidnappers are into something far more diabolical than anyone can imagine, and more than Megan's life is at stake. Has the battle for the end of the world been initiated? What has Steven to do with it?
Non-stop action and chills abound in the astounding speculative novel, Devil's Den (A Nephilim Thriller Book 1) by Jeff Altabef. This book has a thrilling plot, complete with formidable characters, magnificently blended with heart-pounding scenes filled with blood and guts. It starts with a bang and continues to build to an explosive finish. The book is set in the year 2041 in a realistic and lifelike dystopian story world that is disturbingly close to the current state of our planet. With government control and the clear distinctions between classes, it doesn't take much imagination to see the story unfold in our lifetime. All the elements in the story mesh well together to form an extraordinary novel that will enthrall those who enjoy books set in the real world with a touch of violence and a supernatural twist.
A man looking for his mother after many years of estrangement unexpectedly finds himself embroiled in a demonic war that threatens the continuity of the world in the exciting and action-packed novel, Devil's Den (A Nephilim Thriller Book 1) by Jeff Altabef. Sixteen years ago, Steven left Philadelphia to embark on a secret and dangerous career. To keep Kate, the only woman he ever loved, safe from his enemies and his darker side, he never returned ... until now. Recently, the demons which continually hound Steven, trying to turn him, have stepped up their harassment. To get answers to why they are attached to him, Steven returns to his childhood neighborhood to find the solution to his burgeoning dilemma. While searching for the cause behind his tortured past, Steven receives a cry for help from Kate. Her daughter, Megan, has been abducted and Kate wants Steven to rescue her. With demons fast on his heels, Steven discovers that an ancient evil plan of doom and destruction is under way. The kidnappers are into something far more diabolical than anyone can imagine, and more than Megan's life is at stake. Has the battle for the end of the world been initiated? What has Steven to do with it?
Non-stop action and chills abound in the astounding speculative novel, Devil's Den (A Nephilim Thriller Book 1) by Jeff Altabef. This book has a thrilling plot, complete with formidable characters, magnificently blended with heart-pounding scenes filled with blood and guts. It starts with a bang and continues to build to an explosive finish. The book is set in the year 2041 in a realistic and lifelike dystopian story world that is disturbingly close to the current state of our planet. With government control and the clear distinctions between classes, it doesn't take much imagination to see the story unfold in our lifetime. All the elements in the story mesh well together to form an extraordinary novel that will enthrall those who enjoy books set in the real world with a touch of violence and a supernatural twist.
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The Melancholy History Of Mayfly
Mutch Katsonga
2019 Silver Medal
187 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Lesley Jones for Readers' Favorite
In The Melancholy History Of Mayfly by Mutch Katsonga, a man sits alone and afraid in the squalor of his prison cell, reflecting on his life in his final few hours. A priest convinces him to write his thoughts and feelings down on paper to heal his soul before he bids farewell to the world. As he begins the painful journey into his memory, he retraces the events that led him to his fate. Raised by his mother in a town filled with superstition, his unique 'gift' becomes a curse that separates him from his peers and the world around him. The taunts and rejection of the townspeople result in a reclusive life with only vivid nightmares for company. He enjoys his ‘secret wanderings’ away from the eyes of others, where he meets his kindred spirit, Gemini. This brutally honest account of a man contemplating his life as he faces death will touch your heart.
The author is an absolute master of taking you on the journey with the tortured soul of the protagonist. This is much more than a supernatural story but more one of human relationships and the power that self-doubt can have on your perception of reality. There are such heartwarming passages throughout the story, and his relationship with Gemini was a true love story. I felt immersed in this tragic story from the first page and warmed to the main character considerably. There are many intense moments in the story, the feelings of remorse a person has when they look back on their life and the regrets they may have.
This quotation resounded so strongly for me: ‘When a person can learn to conquer their fears, their anger, their insecurities, their prejudices…only then can they testify to having a real strength. Only when a person learns to conquer their heart, can they achieve any measure of greatness.’ This summed up the message behind this tragic tale. The twist at the end was a superb example of great storytelling; all the loose ends and unanswered questions in the plot were resolved. The ending was simple but profound. I would highly recommend this book to anyone that appreciates the art of excellent descriptive writing, a unique story line and a book that makes you reflect on your own life.
In The Melancholy History Of Mayfly by Mutch Katsonga, a man sits alone and afraid in the squalor of his prison cell, reflecting on his life in his final few hours. A priest convinces him to write his thoughts and feelings down on paper to heal his soul before he bids farewell to the world. As he begins the painful journey into his memory, he retraces the events that led him to his fate. Raised by his mother in a town filled with superstition, his unique 'gift' becomes a curse that separates him from his peers and the world around him. The taunts and rejection of the townspeople result in a reclusive life with only vivid nightmares for company. He enjoys his ‘secret wanderings’ away from the eyes of others, where he meets his kindred spirit, Gemini. This brutally honest account of a man contemplating his life as he faces death will touch your heart.
The author is an absolute master of taking you on the journey with the tortured soul of the protagonist. This is much more than a supernatural story but more one of human relationships and the power that self-doubt can have on your perception of reality. There are such heartwarming passages throughout the story, and his relationship with Gemini was a true love story. I felt immersed in this tragic story from the first page and warmed to the main character considerably. There are many intense moments in the story, the feelings of remorse a person has when they look back on their life and the regrets they may have.
This quotation resounded so strongly for me: ‘When a person can learn to conquer their fears, their anger, their insecurities, their prejudices…only then can they testify to having a real strength. Only when a person learns to conquer their heart, can they achieve any measure of greatness.’ This summed up the message behind this tragic tale. The twist at the end was a superb example of great storytelling; all the loose ends and unanswered questions in the plot were resolved. The ending was simple but profound. I would highly recommend this book to anyone that appreciates the art of excellent descriptive writing, a unique story line and a book that makes you reflect on your own life.
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Truly Unfortunate
Knollville Curses Book 1
C.A. King
2019 Gold Medal
176 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Lit Amri for Readers' Favorite
Life is hard for 24-year-old Truly Alaney. She works three jobs to keep living in an apartment owned by a horrible landlord and to pay for her psychiatric consultations. She has trouble sleeping and suffers from nightmares. She has no memories of her childhood. When certain individuals die from ostensibly unfortunate accidents, something from her past seems to be the culprit. Truly Unfortunate (Knollville Curses, Book 1) by C.A. King is set in Knollville, a decent town with decent parks with “well-sculptured gardens and ornamental trees”. It starts like a subtle psychological drama where a young woman has to endure unscrupulous men and hard-earned living. When deaths start to occur, the plot reveals that it has more layers that one might think.
Truly is easy to empathize with but Jeff and Miranda are a pair of detectives who raise the mystery vibe up a notch. Initially, I had to slightly suspend disbelief with Jeff as he seemed a bit too conveniently intuitive. That said, when all the dots are connected and a hidden truth is revealed, all the strange happenstances make sense. King’s Truly Unfortunate is a swift-paced supernatural tale with a good dose of mystery and horror. The ending has some ambiguity regarding protagonist Truly that I feel is fitting, which also makes a great start for the Knollville Curses series. This is a solid story from King and I look forward to reading the next book.
Life is hard for 24-year-old Truly Alaney. She works three jobs to keep living in an apartment owned by a horrible landlord and to pay for her psychiatric consultations. She has trouble sleeping and suffers from nightmares. She has no memories of her childhood. When certain individuals die from ostensibly unfortunate accidents, something from her past seems to be the culprit. Truly Unfortunate (Knollville Curses, Book 1) by C.A. King is set in Knollville, a decent town with decent parks with “well-sculptured gardens and ornamental trees”. It starts like a subtle psychological drama where a young woman has to endure unscrupulous men and hard-earned living. When deaths start to occur, the plot reveals that it has more layers that one might think.
Truly is easy to empathize with but Jeff and Miranda are a pair of detectives who raise the mystery vibe up a notch. Initially, I had to slightly suspend disbelief with Jeff as he seemed a bit too conveniently intuitive. That said, when all the dots are connected and a hidden truth is revealed, all the strange happenstances make sense. King’s Truly Unfortunate is a swift-paced supernatural tale with a good dose of mystery and horror. The ending has some ambiguity regarding protagonist Truly that I feel is fitting, which also makes a great start for the Knollville Curses series. This is a solid story from King and I look forward to reading the next book.
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Witches Protection Program
Michael Phillip Cash
2018 Finalist
216 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Liz Konkel for Readers' Favorite
Witches Protection Program by Michael Phillip Cash finds Wes Rockville confronted with the last thing he expected: witches. After Wes has failed to transport one prisoner, he's given one last chance to prove himself and save his career. His father sends him to the Witches Protection Program to work with Alastair Verne. His first assignment is to investigate a cosmetic company's upcoming release of Pendragon Glow face cream, which turns out to be a witch's sinister plan of a global takeover. Wes isn't sure how much he believes in witches until he's tasked with protecting the cosmetic company heiress, Morgan Pendragon, who happens to have a few spells up her sleeve.
Michael Phillip Cash has a sharp humor, often drawing it out of action moments, and through Wes as he learns about witches and magic. Wes is the outcast of his perfect family, not quite living up to what his brother has accomplished, so he's sent to this secret program to find a place for himself. Alastair has been at the job a while so he has all the answers and brings Wes into this hidden world of magic and spells, good and evil. Morgan knows there's something going on with the glow cream that her aunt hasn't shared, but she's also loyal and has a deep understanding of right and wrong. She's very strong-willed and is anything but a damsel in distress, which makes her so likable. Witches Protection Program is a unique gem, one that's fast-paced with twists, action, and fun characters.
Witches Protection Program by Michael Phillip Cash finds Wes Rockville confronted with the last thing he expected: witches. After Wes has failed to transport one prisoner, he's given one last chance to prove himself and save his career. His father sends him to the Witches Protection Program to work with Alastair Verne. His first assignment is to investigate a cosmetic company's upcoming release of Pendragon Glow face cream, which turns out to be a witch's sinister plan of a global takeover. Wes isn't sure how much he believes in witches until he's tasked with protecting the cosmetic company heiress, Morgan Pendragon, who happens to have a few spells up her sleeve.
Michael Phillip Cash has a sharp humor, often drawing it out of action moments, and through Wes as he learns about witches and magic. Wes is the outcast of his perfect family, not quite living up to what his brother has accomplished, so he's sent to this secret program to find a place for himself. Alastair has been at the job a while so he has all the answers and brings Wes into this hidden world of magic and spells, good and evil. Morgan knows there's something going on with the glow cream that her aunt hasn't shared, but she's also loyal and has a deep understanding of right and wrong. She's very strong-willed and is anything but a damsel in distress, which makes her so likable. Witches Protection Program is a unique gem, one that's fast-paced with twists, action, and fun characters.
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Chrysalis
Angie Martin
2018 Honorable Mention
209 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By A. L. Peevey for Readers' Favorite
Angie Martin’s Chrysalis is a carefully interwoven story of the supernatural taking place in a very ordinary little town called Nowhere, Kansas. It is told mainly from the point of view of local sheriff Peter Holbrook, who does have some youthful connection to the extraordinary, provided to the reader via a flashback in which butterflies appear to calm his fear of the Gray, a yearly weather phenomenon of rain, thunder, and lightning. The predictable yet almost comfortable monotony of Sheriff Holbrook’s daily routine and that of the town is disturbed by the single-car crash of a young woman, Kaylen. Her extensive tattoos stand out in conservative Nowhere, yet their significance holds the key to saving the town and its inhabitants from enslavement and destruction by demons!
This book is reminiscent of a popular, long running television series, Supernatural, whose protagonists also have roots in Kansas, but while that series contains some humor of the everyday sort, Martin’s Chrysalis takes itself seriously. It portrays the battle against demonic possession in a plausible way, yet without overwhelming the reader’s senses with the overly graphic violence or sex typical of such novels. I liked Peter Holbrook and his self-imposed unrequited love for Hannah, a waitress at a popular café. I found the plight of Kaylen, whose mission to fight not only the demons extant in the world but the one within her as well, to be particularly heroic and selfless. The fact that she really does not have much choice in the matter makes her role in the story particularly poignant. This very human tale of the supernatural is well-written and worth the reader’s time.
Angie Martin’s Chrysalis is a carefully interwoven story of the supernatural taking place in a very ordinary little town called Nowhere, Kansas. It is told mainly from the point of view of local sheriff Peter Holbrook, who does have some youthful connection to the extraordinary, provided to the reader via a flashback in which butterflies appear to calm his fear of the Gray, a yearly weather phenomenon of rain, thunder, and lightning. The predictable yet almost comfortable monotony of Sheriff Holbrook’s daily routine and that of the town is disturbed by the single-car crash of a young woman, Kaylen. Her extensive tattoos stand out in conservative Nowhere, yet their significance holds the key to saving the town and its inhabitants from enslavement and destruction by demons!
This book is reminiscent of a popular, long running television series, Supernatural, whose protagonists also have roots in Kansas, but while that series contains some humor of the everyday sort, Martin’s Chrysalis takes itself seriously. It portrays the battle against demonic possession in a plausible way, yet without overwhelming the reader’s senses with the overly graphic violence or sex typical of such novels. I liked Peter Holbrook and his self-imposed unrequited love for Hannah, a waitress at a popular café. I found the plight of Kaylen, whose mission to fight not only the demons extant in the world but the one within her as well, to be particularly heroic and selfless. The fact that she really does not have much choice in the matter makes her role in the story particularly poignant. This very human tale of the supernatural is well-written and worth the reader’s time.
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Infinity - Rulers
Glen Shipherd
2018 Bronze Medal
696 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Christian Sia for Readers' Favorite
“Much has changed. You called me an Angel. I have not been called that in a long time. I have regretted my actions that brought me in this place. We are no longer called Angels; Death has renamed us. We are now Death’s Reapers,” is one of the ways Lucifer describes himself and his predicament after losing control of his realm.
What would happen if the Prince of Darkness loses his power and finds his consciousness thrown away from his very essence, lingering in the primordial place of existence — heaven? This is the story that Glen Shipherd develops in Infinity: Rulers, a tale of the shift in powers, a supernatural tale of the fate of angels and mankind’s hope for redemption. Separated from the earth where he’s exercised tremendous power and control, can Lucifer make his way back and be on time to assume his role? What will happen to humans when he returns — if only he does? Read this eternal drama from the masterly pen of a gifted and highly imaginative author.
The story is told in the first person narrative and reflects the depth of anguish experienced by the main character, Lucifer himself. This is a very beautiful entry in the area of angelology, featuring humans, angels, and other beings in the quest for redemption. The conflict is monumental and readers will find it hugely rewarding and entertaining to step into the consciousness of the Prince of Darkness. The prose is beautiful, filled with many images that are capable of making readers wake up in the middle of the night with haunting nightmares. Infinity: Rulers is a compelling read for lovers of the supernatural and the mystical. Glen Shipherd comes across as an expert story teller, with great characters and a very powerful narrative voice.
“Much has changed. You called me an Angel. I have not been called that in a long time. I have regretted my actions that brought me in this place. We are no longer called Angels; Death has renamed us. We are now Death’s Reapers,” is one of the ways Lucifer describes himself and his predicament after losing control of his realm.
What would happen if the Prince of Darkness loses his power and finds his consciousness thrown away from his very essence, lingering in the primordial place of existence — heaven? This is the story that Glen Shipherd develops in Infinity: Rulers, a tale of the shift in powers, a supernatural tale of the fate of angels and mankind’s hope for redemption. Separated from the earth where he’s exercised tremendous power and control, can Lucifer make his way back and be on time to assume his role? What will happen to humans when he returns — if only he does? Read this eternal drama from the masterly pen of a gifted and highly imaginative author.
The story is told in the first person narrative and reflects the depth of anguish experienced by the main character, Lucifer himself. This is a very beautiful entry in the area of angelology, featuring humans, angels, and other beings in the quest for redemption. The conflict is monumental and readers will find it hugely rewarding and entertaining to step into the consciousness of the Prince of Darkness. The prose is beautiful, filled with many images that are capable of making readers wake up in the middle of the night with haunting nightmares. Infinity: Rulers is a compelling read for lovers of the supernatural and the mystical. Glen Shipherd comes across as an expert story teller, with great characters and a very powerful narrative voice.
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Pokergeist
Michael Phillip Cash
2018 Silver Medal
265 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Lisa McCombs for Readers' Favorite
Clutch Henderson is one of the most legendary poker players of all time. He’s playing toward the dream of owning the prestigious gold bracelet. Just moments away from the prize, his dream is squelched by Adam “Ant” in combination with a massive heart attack. Clutch’s life is over. Or is it? When Telly Martin realizes that his own dream of making the big time as a professional card player is actually that…a dream…reality sets in, amazingly in the form of the ghostly Clutch Henderson. Together, Clutch promises, the two of them can and will earn that chunky golden bracelet. Even if winning is the last thing Telly Martin wants to do, presenting the reader with food for thought. Is winning everything?
Pokergeist by Michael Phillip Cash is a fun novel full of twists, turns, laughs, and heartfelt sensitivity. The perfect story for an empty day, Pokergeist draws the reader into the lives of both the living and the dead while tickling at the edges of laugh out loud comedy. This is a page turner that demands attention with the moving dialogue and unexpected developments that make this a fun read for any setting. Michael Phillip Cash demonstrates a masterful talent of writing specific and vivid detail that exhibits the lesson of “show, don’t tell” that so often eludes the writer. While reading Pokergeist, I was fully immersed into the Las Vegas attitude of leaving it all behind within those state borders. Cash has found the perfect balance between fictional reality and playful paranormal genres. I loved this story!
Clutch Henderson is one of the most legendary poker players of all time. He’s playing toward the dream of owning the prestigious gold bracelet. Just moments away from the prize, his dream is squelched by Adam “Ant” in combination with a massive heart attack. Clutch’s life is over. Or is it? When Telly Martin realizes that his own dream of making the big time as a professional card player is actually that…a dream…reality sets in, amazingly in the form of the ghostly Clutch Henderson. Together, Clutch promises, the two of them can and will earn that chunky golden bracelet. Even if winning is the last thing Telly Martin wants to do, presenting the reader with food for thought. Is winning everything?
Pokergeist by Michael Phillip Cash is a fun novel full of twists, turns, laughs, and heartfelt sensitivity. The perfect story for an empty day, Pokergeist draws the reader into the lives of both the living and the dead while tickling at the edges of laugh out loud comedy. This is a page turner that demands attention with the moving dialogue and unexpected developments that make this a fun read for any setting. Michael Phillip Cash demonstrates a masterful talent of writing specific and vivid detail that exhibits the lesson of “show, don’t tell” that so often eludes the writer. While reading Pokergeist, I was fully immersed into the Las Vegas attitude of leaving it all behind within those state borders. Cash has found the perfect balance between fictional reality and playful paranormal genres. I loved this story!
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Flower Shields
A Four Horsemen Novel
C.A. King
2018 Gold Medal
168 Pages
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Fiction - Supernatural
Reviewed By Liz Konkel for Readers' Favorite
Flower Shields by C.A. King is the first book in the Four Horsemen series. After flunking out of college, Tara feels at a loss while her job search keeps turning up empty ... until the rain drives her into a family friend's flower shop. She's thrilled to be given a job with the flowers that have always made her feel at home until a woman comes in, asking for some key. She swears the woman's eyes changed to black, but that can't be possible. When a mysterious stranger shows up, looking for the same key, she has no other option but to turn to him for help. He insists he can be trusted, but can she trust someone claiming to be one of the four horsemen?
Michael has lived with his three siblings for centuries, so he's got an air of wisdom about him, but he's also reserved. He balances out Tara, who is still trying to find her purpose in life, and trying to find an identity away from her parents' funeral home. There's a twist that I honestly didn't expect, and it's done in a devastating and fun way. C.A. King creates a detailed mythology to the world that's tragic and beautiful, delivered with precise details and lots of humor. The magic adds lovely touches throughout, using flowers with a special quality in a truly unique way. A fresh twist on the four horsemen, Flower Shields is a fast-paced adventure, with a rich mythology and fun characters. An exciting read for any fantasy lover!
Flower Shields by C.A. King is the first book in the Four Horsemen series. After flunking out of college, Tara feels at a loss while her job search keeps turning up empty ... until the rain drives her into a family friend's flower shop. She's thrilled to be given a job with the flowers that have always made her feel at home until a woman comes in, asking for some key. She swears the woman's eyes changed to black, but that can't be possible. When a mysterious stranger shows up, looking for the same key, she has no other option but to turn to him for help. He insists he can be trusted, but can she trust someone claiming to be one of the four horsemen?
Michael has lived with his three siblings for centuries, so he's got an air of wisdom about him, but he's also reserved. He balances out Tara, who is still trying to find her purpose in life, and trying to find an identity away from her parents' funeral home. There's a twist that I honestly didn't expect, and it's done in a devastating and fun way. C.A. King creates a detailed mythology to the world that's tragic and beautiful, delivered with precise details and lots of humor. The magic adds lovely touches throughout, using flowers with a special quality in a truly unique way. A fresh twist on the four horsemen, Flower Shields is a fast-paced adventure, with a rich mythology and fun characters. An exciting read for any fantasy lover!
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