Review: Left To Die by Lisa Jackson

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Title: Left To Die

Author: Lisa Jackson

Series: To Die #1

Version Reviewed: Finished, Paperback

Website: www.lisajackson.com

GoodReads Summary:

Nothing's More Terrifying. . .

One by one, the victims are carefully captured, toyed with, then subjected to a slow and agonizing death. Piece by piece, his exquisite plan takes shape. The police can't yet see the beauty in his work--but soon, very soon, they will. . . 

Than Being Left Alone. . . 

In the lonely woods around Grizzly Point, Montana, four bodies have been discovered. Detectives Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli have been hoping for a career-making case, but this is a nightmare. Even with the FBI involved, Selena and Regan have nothing to go on but a killer's cryptic notes, and the unsettling knowledge that there is much worse to come. . . 

To Die. . . 

When Jillian Rivers opens her eyes, she's trapped in a mangled car. Then a stranger, claiming to be a trail guide named Zane McGregor, pries her free. Though she's grateful, something about him sets Jillian on edge. And if she knew what lay out there in the woods of Montana, she'd be truly terrified. Because someone is waiting... watching... poised to strike and make Jillian the next victim...

I was a little leery about this book at first. I wasn't sure if I was going to like it. I do have to say that it starts off with a bang. There's no question to it. It lures you in and makes you want to find out who is doing all these horrible things.

There are numerous twists and turns and right when you think you have everything figured out, Lisa Jackson throws you for a loop and switches everything up until you're left clueless and wondering once again.

This book is so suspenseful and carefully planned out that you can't help but to continue.

It's a crazy ride I really want to get into the second book just so that I can figure out what happens after that insane cliff hanger that you're left with in the end. 

Favorite Character:

Rating: 4 Stars.

*This book was borrowed from a friend.

Review: Just A Nice Guy by Phil Torcivia

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Title: Just A Nice Guy

Author Phil Torcivia

Series: 

Version Reviewed: Finished, Paperback

Website: www.torcivia.com

GoodReads Summary:

Is it true that nice guys finish last? It sure seems that way as a divorced man fights his way through a comedic dating scene. Will he ever find his soul mate? Phil has been called the male version of Carrie Bradshaw. Enjoy his humorous essays about relationships and the struggles we all have finding and keeping lovers. Women appreciate his open view into the minds of men. Artist Mike Swaim adds to the hilarity with his brilliant sketches, giving another dimension to Phil's quest for love.

I have to say that this book was amazing and I can't wait to read more from Phil Torcivia. Not my normal kind of read, but it was hilarious and I enjoyed it immensly. And it was a quick read (or maybe I read fast?). Either way, I loved Just A Nice Guy.

This book is basically an insiders look on the dating scene, the hilarity of men and women looking for that one person that they want to spend their lives (or more realistically, their beds) with. We get a look at what really goes on inside a man's brain, and occasionally the woman's. Nothing held back.

This book is definitely not for younger readers. It is intended (and should be kept) as an adult read. It touches on everything from pets, "toys", sex, alcohol, what to do, what not to do, and everything in between, plus more. There's humor on practically every page, and the illustrations are graphic, amusing, and very well done.

This is definitely a book I will pull off my bookshelf and read again in the future. And my husband has already claimed rights on reading it next.

Phil Torcivia is an honest, raw, humorous author. And he does his job very well. 

Memorable Quote:

"If you're going to poke fun at somebody, make sure you can defend or at least laugh at yourself."

Rating: 4 Stars.

*I won this book through GoodRead First Reads.

Review: It Is Said by Edward Medina

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Title: It Is Said

Author: Edward Medina

Series: Mathias Bootmaker and the Keepers of The Sandbox #1

Version Reviewed: ARC, eBook

Website: www.loboed13.wix.com/author

GoodReads Summary:

It Is Said (MBKS1), the first book in the Mathias Bootmaker and the Keepers of the Sandbox trilogy, is a dark fantasy, steampunk adventure full of mysteries, riddles and secrets. This unique tale of redemption is also an Amazon top ten Fantasy and Action Adventure bestseller.
This is the story of Mathias Bootmaker, a young man searching for the better parts of himself. His search for what he's lost begins an amazing journey through a world of extreme imagination. A world he helped to create, but a world he can't remember anything about. It's the story of his life, the birth of creativity, and the true power of the energy all around us.
The world of It Is Said (MBKS1) is a dream embedded within a nightmare. A maze inside a labyrinth. It reads like an adventure. It plays like a thriller. It's designed to make you question every place you go and every character you meet. It's designed to be a puzzle you must solve. Turn the pages. Follow the path. Keep an eye out for clues. Beware of traps. But most important of all… you must not fear the Darke.

I accepted the review for It Is Said a few months ago, but I never actually got around to reading it until now. I've spoken to the author on numerous occasions and he was very nice and enjoyable to talk with.

Unfortunately, I have to admit that I just couldn't get stuck in this book. I tried, I really did. But I found myself getting easily distracted while reading and it was hard for me to get into the story, stay focused on it, and understand what exactly was going on. Mathias Bootmaker just isn't the type of book for me. But I'm not saying it's bad. Someone that likes different types of books than me would definitely enjoy this novel. It just wasn't for me.

Rating: 2 Stars.

*This book was provided for free by the author for review.