Pro-Choice: A Financial Guide for Women by Crystal Stranger, E.A.

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Crystal Stranger’s “Pro Choice: A Financial Guide for Women,” by Crystal Stranger, is a thorough guide for taking control of your financial situation. The book springboards off research that shows the distinct advantages women have in investing and business and explains how to use these to accomplish financial goals. When I say this book is comprehensive, I mean it.

The book covers everything from education to taxes to retirement accounts, all in a way that is easy to understand. Stranger's uses her experience as a financial consultant and tax expert to give you an inside look at being successful financially without drowning you in jargon. One of my favorite things about the book is that it uses examples to help you understand the material, which really helped me to understand the ideas. Another thing I like about the book is that it acknowledges that everyone is different and encourages you to create a financial plan that meets your needs.

I'd recommend this book to any woman who wants to read a straightforward book that’ll give her the knowledge to accomplish her financial goals!

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Opiate Addiction by Taite Adams

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I'm reviewing a book unlike any book I've reviewed so far. The book is called "Opiate Addiction," by Taite Adams. I bought the book because I have a cousin who is losing everything due to an opiate addiction, and I want to get a better grasp of what he's going through. If you are an addict or know someone with the addiction, you're familiar with the devastation it causes, but knowing why it does what it does and how to beat it are mysteries. 

This book starts with the basics -- what are opiates and how they work -- before going into what is opiate detox, methods of attacking addiction, etc. What I love about this book is that the author writes from firsthand experience, so the book really has a personal, humanistic touch. The writing is clear and concise, while still being thorough, making the book easy to get through yet informative. I would recommend this book to anyone who is or knows an opiate addict. Taite Adams does the subject justice.

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Gothic Immortal: The Necropath (Book .666) by Christian Masters

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Having read and enjoyed Nightsongs: The Necropath Book 1, I got very excited when I learned about a new prequel novella to the series, featuring a character I love, Gothic.

The novella is called, Gothic Immortal: The Necropath Book .666. It takes the reader on Gothic’s journey from being a young boxer interested in violence and vampires to a necros. The story begins near the turn of the 19th century, covering Gothic’s death, time in the necrosphere, and return. As someone who was fascinated by Gothic in Nightsongs, I loved getting to learn about his origins in this book. You really get to see a different side of Gothic as he learns about the necrosphere. Much of Gothic’s knowledge of the necrosphere and abilities of those in it comes from interesting, almost philosophical conversations with his brother, Frederick, and the enigmatic, sage-like Bourne. The dialogue is extremely engaging and really shows the curious, inquisitive side of Gothic that you might not associate with someone with such a strong thirst for blood.
 
You definitely don’t need to read this prequel for the Necrosphere series to make sense, but it gives the reader a lot more insight into Gothic’s character and motivation. Recommended for anyone who is a fan of the series and even more so if you're a Gothic fan!
 
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The Heartless Game by Lola Allen

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“The Heartless Game,” by Lola Allen, is an urban love story, set in London, that follows a young woman as she learns the reality of relationships in adulthood.

Twenty-four-year-old Tamara Reynolds discovers many of her friendships are superficial, and begins questioning her identity, but is sparked back to life when she meets the sexy Ray-J.

One of the strengths of this book is the theme of change, which Lola Allen writes perfectly. Tamara goes through ups and downs, but it’s how she deals with them that counts, not that they happen. Another perk of Lola Allen's book is the eclectic cast of characters from the somewhat-quiet Tamara to the energetic Ray-J.

The relationship between Tamara and Ray-J is paced realistically with pushes and pull, and does include some rather steamy scenes. Allen also does an incredible job bringing London to the reader with descriptions and scenes that really capture the culture. A great read for anyone who wants a fresh urban romance written by a brilliant up-and-coming author, Lola Allen.

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Nightsongs: The Necropath by Christian Masters

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Christian Masters' “Nightsongs: Necropath,” the first book in a series, is a horror novel with bone-chilling villains and protagonists that you root for as they move through unspeakable horrors. One of the main characters is Steven Pierce, a man battling the demons of his past and the literal monster of his present, called Gothic. He joins forces with Steven to help him discover what happened when his mother was murdered.

Unfortunately for Steven, David is a walking bundle of trouble, tied up in an affair with Steven’s wife as well as a relationship with a witch named Melissa. The eclectic characters each have their own narrative thread that slowly draws together until a horrific tapestry is woven. As I read, I felt really connected to the characters, rooting for them as I saw their impending confrontation drawing close. Without giving too much away, the end book ends in a dramatic fashion, setting up for the sequel. Recommended for anyone who wants to read a character-driven horror novel!

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A Woman's Pleasure by J.F. Kelly

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"A Woman's Pleasure," by J.F. Kelly, is a collection of stories/interviews that depicts men who are dedicated to pleasing their romantic partners. Kelly springboards off the fact that women generally take longer to orgasm and shows men who put in the time to pleasure their partner, and the result is both partners end up satisfied.

Kelly's book is really the antithesis to most mainstream porn, which often depicts women as there only to pleasure the men. In contrast, this book emphasizes the empowerment of women, which is a much better situation for both parties. There are themes of mutual respect, selflessness, and love. Although this book certainly has an important message, it is also an entertaining, engaging book with lots of sensual scenes that will draw you right in.  Whether you’re a male or a female, if you’re looking for a romantic, sensual read, I'd recommend this book.

 
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Fitness 4Play by Marcus Woods

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"One Night Stand" (Fitness 4Play series) follows Devin Banks (aka Dabs) a player personal trainer who enjoys being single and being a player. He questions his ways when he meets Lucy Jackson, a nurse practitioner, at a bar, and their one-night stand has him hooked. Written in first-person from the male perspective, this novel has a fresh feel to it. 

What's unique about this book is you get to read the male's thoughts, desires, concerns, etc as his feelings for the female deepen. The author flashes back to Devin's earlier days (e.g. college years) to give you a back story on him. The novel is funny, romantic, and sensual (there are adult scenes). You can feel that the book is loosely based on the author's experiences Recommended for anyone who wants a fresh, fun romantic novel!

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Dark Pursuit by Jennifer Chase

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Jennifer Chase's "Dark Pursuit" is a thriller about Emily Stone, a vigilante dedicated to catching serial killers. The novel opens with a vehicle pursuit that immediately grabbed my attention, and the momentum of the plot carried my attention to the very end. Although this book is part of a series, there is enough backstory given to you in this book that you needn't read the others to enjoy it.

In "Dark Pursuit," Emily and her partner and lover, Rick (a former detective), are hunting the Tick-Tock Killer, a serial killer who targets children. The killer has told authorities where the next body dump will be, creating a sense of urgency, which the author relays to the reader perfectly. I felt this sense of anxiety as I read, rooting for Emily as she squares off in a battle of wits with Tick-Tock. Chase writes a strong female protagonist, which is really refreshing in this genre. This is a must-read for anyone who wants a fast-paced thriller!

Tiger Beetle at Kendallwood by Norma Jean Lutz

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"Tiger Beetle at Kendallwood," by Norma Jean Lutz, is a clean teen book about a girl who discovers that changing who you are isn't the best option. The main character, Marcy Hankin, is a smart, scientific girl who loves collecting bugs at the abandoned Kendallwood estate. But when Spence Caldwell, the state football champ, moves into the estate, Marcy loses her bug-collecting stomping grounds, and furthermore, as she's pressured into trying to impress him by her sister, she loses her identity.

As the plot moves forward, the reader discovers that there is more than meets the eye with Spence, and Marcy learns an important lesson. This is a book written years ago, but is still relevant today because of the focus on timeless emotions and situations. This is a book that is engaging and interesting, yet is clean. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants an entertaining read that is wholesome and refreshing.

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The Book on Back Pain by Tom Barber

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Tom Barber's "The Book on Back Pain" takes a holistic approach to addressing back pain. One of the things I love about the book is it emphasizes the many different components that influence the experience of pain, including psychological factors. After the author walks the reader through what pain actually is, he explains various methods for addressing the pain and regaining control of your life. The book is written in an easy-to-understand style with plenty of anecdotes, references, and visual aids (charts, etc). One of the standout strategies to me is the Well-formed Outcomes strategy, from the behavioural communication model of neuro-linguistic programing. Overall, if you're looking to take a holistic approach to dealing with back pain, this is a great resource.

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