But first, here's a post about why good books deserve more good reviews.
Anyway...
As with the previous posts like this one, if you want to know more about the book, or the author, click on whichever it is you want to learn more about, and it will take you to the appropriate page on Goodreads. Clicking on my rating should take you to my actual Goodreads review for the book in question.
Don't forget: the format I've reviewed may not be the format I read. Also, please remember that I read across multiple genres and age ranges, so you should always check if a book is suitable for the intended reader, especially when children are involved. Sometimes reading the book's description on its Goodreads page will be enough for this, but other times you may need to check elsewhere to figure out the genre and/or recommended reading level.
OK... On to the reviews!
The Writer's Pen and Other Poems by K. MorrisMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Having read previous poetry collections by the author, I was eager to read this one. I was not disappointed. This is a great collection of thought-provoking poems. “Indefinable” is a particular favourite of mine from this collection.
*NOTE: I was given a free advanced copy of this book by the author. This has in no way influenced either my opinion of this book, or the contents of my review.
Samantha by K. MorrisMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
A powerful and well-written story.
Missing in London by Rita Lee ChapmanMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was an enjoyable read. The plot was captivating enough to grab my attention and hold it well throughout, and the characters were well-rounded and believable. I did sort of feel like Anna forced her way in to this mystery though, so it didn't feel quite as natural for her to be involved in seeking answers as in the first two books, and part of me was agreeing with her husband's comments about how she should let it drop, even as the rest of me wanted her to keep seeking answers so I could find out what happened too. Still, that was my only real issue with the book.
Abby & Holly, School Dance by Janice SpinaMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was a fun and entertaining read, with a great cast of characters, an interesting plot that moves at a nice pace, and a fantastic message to teach.
Gray: Part I by Lou CadleMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a realistic story with a believable plot. Also, the main character and how she manages to survive are as realistic and believable as the plot. I'm enjoying this story so far, and curious as to what the "event" was.
Gray: Part II by Lou CadleMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
I'm enjoying this series for the most part. However, though there were parts of this book I really liked, there were also parts I struggled with. Nothing to do with the writing style or anything. I just found certain parts hard to read, especially with being such a big animal lover.
Gray: Part III by Lou CadleMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
I had trouble picking a rating for this book. I found it to be well-written, and I liked it better than part two, but not as much as part one. I also found some parts of it hard to read. There were parts of the story I loved. But there were also parts I had issues with. Plus, I still have some questions. Why was almost everyone who survived crazy, apart from the two main characters? Also, did Coral's family survive? It would have been nice to find out what happened in the community after they left it, and get some hint as to the potential chances of the survival of the human race as a whole too.
Into the Woods: Tales from the Hollows and Beyond by Kim HarrisonMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a great collection of stories, which makes for an enjoyable companion to the main series. I loved "Two Ghosts For Sister Rachel" and "Million Dollar Baby" especially.
What's in a Name? Volume 2: Stories of Life and Romance by Sally CroninMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
As with almost every book of this sort, I enjoyed some of these tales more than others. However, they were a great collection of well-written stories, containing a variety of well-rounded and interesting characters, and I found something to like in every one of them. Lily's story in particular was a favourite of mine, since I thought it was really sweet. As I said though, there was something to like about every story in this collection.
Leela The Chinchilla: An adventure story of how to make your dream come true by David EmilMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
This was a really sweet read. However, there were a few things wrong with it. For one thing, the family Leela belonged to didn't seem as bothered as they should have been about her being gone; I know this was Leela's story, but a real show of emotion would have been nice. For another thing, Leela's character description and how she actually behaved didn't match; Leela was described as being fearful and never having tried to escape before, and yet she's suddenly now boldly exploring the world... It doesn't fit; she should at least be showing obvious signs of fear while exploring the world. Chinchillas are cautious creatures, and I can tell you for a fact even the bravest of my own chinchillas would never be that bold. A few other points: a cage big enough to be considered spacious for a chinchilla wouldn't be easy enough to transport that it could go in the back of a car like that. Leaving a chinchilla overnight in a carbboard box is just asking for trouble, since they'll likely have chewed their way out of it long before morning. Also, you'd think any animal would know for his or herself that it's supposed to be nocturnal, even if they've not met any other animals of the same species since soon after their birth. I get that this is a fictional story, but some accuracy in facts would have made it easier to enjoy and believe it could happen.
True Confessions of Adrian Albert Mole by Sue TownsendMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
The part of this book where we actually got to hear from Adrian was pretty good, though it felt more like a collection of random letters that were gathered together than the diary format I'd enjoyed from the previous two books. The part from the author was vaguely interesting, but I'm unsure why it was added. The part from Margret was boring, more immature than Adrian Mole's first diary, and didn't seem like it even belonged in this book.
Thief by Barbara G.TarnMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hariel is a great character, who brings new meaning to the phrase, "A lovable rogue." I enjoyed getting to know him, and reading his story.
Angelica, Scholar by Barbara G. TarnMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book had an interesting main character, who is your typical writer, living in a world that isn't quite as typical as it seems. It also has a fascinating plot. Plus, getting to see some idea of the author's original early pieces of writing was a fun addition to the book.
Otherside by Barbara G. TarnMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Having not read much steampunk, I can't say how well this does for a steampunk novel. I enjoyed the fantasy and romance elements of it though, and thought it had a great cast of characters.
Record of Blood by Sabrina FlynnMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
A fascinating and well-written mystery, with a wonderful cast of characters. I enjoyed getting to know more about the main characters' pasts, while at the same time attempting to solve the case they were on. The attention to historical detail was excellent too. The only thing I disliked about the book was the "to be continued" cliffhanger style ending... I always hate when authors do that.
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