The Secret of Sinbad's Cave by Brydie Walker Bain

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Brydie Walker Bain's "The Secret of Sinbad's Cave," book 1 in the Natnat adventure series, is a treasure-hunt adventure young readers are sure to love.

The main character is the adventurous young student Nat Sheppard. When she is informed that she'll have to leave the farm she loves, her sister Kathleen suggests they go on one last adventure. When Nat and her friends discover a secret room with maps holding clues to treasure, they go on an epic adventure ... with professional treasure hunters hot on their trail.

One of the things I like about this book is the large cast of characters, allowing all readers to find someone to relate to. The characters go to a number of whimsical, exciting locations, such as the unique Glowworm Caves.

I'd recommend this book to young readers (8 - 15) who enjoy adventure/action and interesting characters.

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Barbara Baker by Steven Hugh

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“Barbara Baker” by Steven Hugh is a novel about adjusting to life after an extraordinary event.

The story follows Barbara Baker, a nurse whose life is turned upside down after a vicious attack.

Hugh does an excellent job of letting the reader into Barbara’s mind, granting the reader insight into her decisions and thoughts.

One of the things I love about this book is the relationships are developed and nuanced. If family dynamics are important in your novels, you’ll like Hugh’s approach to writing characters.

Another area where the books shines is in the writing itself. Hugh incorporates subtle details in his writing that give his narration an authentic, real-world feel.

I’d recommend this book to anyone who likes character-driven novels with an emphasis on family and a dash of suspense.

SUPER SPORTY 3: THE MECHANICAL MENACES by Ellie Firestone

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Ellie Firestone's "Super Sporty 3," book 3 in the Super Sporty series, is a fun children's book with an imaginative plot and lovable characters.

The story follows the adventures of two horses named Sporty and Harley. In addition to being part of a horse basketball team, they are superheroes who must battle evil robots. There is no shortage of action or adventure in this book!

The illustrations in this book are colorful and cute and are sure to delight younger readers. The text is arranged in short chapters. This book is beyond the level of a picture book, and probably would be best enjoyed by a reader 7 or above, or a younger child with an adult reader.

Overall, this is a great read for young readers who like action, adventure, and horses!

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In Search of Spice by Rex Sumner

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“In Search of Spice,” by Rex Sumner, is a book that brings together historical fiction, romance, and fantasy to create a story filled with action, adventure, relationships, and endearing characters. The story follows the voyage of a carrack searching for the storied land of Hind, rumored to be rich with spices. 

The journey takes crewmembers to a variety of beautiful lands, meeting a variety of very different people along the way, from friendly to hostile to mysterious. Sumner does an excellent job capturing the essence of “culture.” Although the book is fiction, the descriptions have a historical feel to them, bringing a layer of realism to the book.

The maps are also a nice touch, making it easier to follow the voyage as you read. My favorite aspect of the book, however, is the eclectic cast of characters, especially the strong female characters. Sumner develops all of his characters, even minor ones, my favorite being the intelligent, determine Hinatea. I'd recommend“In Search of Spice" to anyone who likes books that transcend genre and have strong characters.

Future Cities by Stefano L Tresca

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Stefano L Tresca's "Future Cities" springboards information about the dramatic growth of the urban population during the next 30 years and the tremendous opportunities provided by that change. 

Tresca interviews people, from a Chinese entrepreneur to an investment director to a startup CEO, among others. The interviews ask illuminating questions that bring the reader startling, affecting information. There's an interview about a tile company that can create energy from human footsteps that really highlighted the importance of forward-thinking for me.

At the least, this book will make you think about things you've never thought of before. At the most, it will prepare you for success in a changing world.

I'd recommend this book to anyone who wants a powerful read about the changes the next 30 years will bring.

The Immortal Coil by J. Armand

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“The Immortal Coil,” by J. Armand, is a sci-fi fantasy (with action and horror elements) that follows a young man as his life is turned upside down by the arrival of otherworldly intruders. The novel opens with Dorian, an aspiring model, at a casting call. His life seems normal – the hunt for work, relationship with his family, experiencing a new place – until he sees a CDC van in his neighborhood. Strange, right? Turns out, it was just a small sign of what is to come – an encounter with terrifying mutant creatures. Dorian finds himself on a life-or-death adventure, learning about the creatures and trying to figure out a solution. He meets some interesting characters along the way, such as Noah, a martial arts expert whose weapon of choice is a short version of the katana. Armand does an excellent job balancing scifi/fantasy world building with lots of action and adventure. I’m a huge fan of fight scenes, and was pleased to learn Armand writes gripping, vivid scenes that put you right in the thick of the action. I'd recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of sci-fi fantasy with lots of action. 

Hopelessness by K.M. Lessing

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In “Hopelessness,” part 4 in “A True Story,” K.M. Lessing once again invites readers to explore her no-holds-barred view of modern life, this time focusing on the feeling of hopelessness that arises when analyzing one’s existence. Lessing opens explaining that her book is aimed at people who find the common “escapes” from society, such as alcohol, TV, social media narcissism, etc, worthless, before diving headfirst into a combination of criticism of societal norms and reflections on her past. Some of the recurring themes revolve around religions, greed, sexuality, and shallowness, among others. A lot of the material is very relatable, such as the anecdotes about corporations nickel and diming the average American over every transaction (eg Lessing talks about the printer cartridge racket).  Compared to the other books in the series, this one covers a wider breadth of topics. The book made me thing about a lot of issues that I had considered before, but not analyzed. I’d recommend this to anyone who wants to take a critical look at the way society operates and their own place within society.

Madman Across the Water by Caroline Angel

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Caroline Angel's "Madman Across the Water" is a horror novel about an evil in the woods that is killing people... Whatever this thing is, it's not new. The locals have heard about it for generations, but it's behavior is becoming more drastic...more brutal. 

People decide to take a stand, but the thing in the woods is merciless and powerful. Does anyone stand a chance? Angel writes with bone-chillingly descriptive narration that paints dark scenes filled with horror. As is required for horror writers, she has a knack for building tension, making your hair stand on end at all the right moments. She also writes an eclectic cast of characters, none of which are immune to what lurks in the woods, which is important for allowing me to get immersed in the story. I'd recommend this to you if you want a fresh horror novel to read before your soon-to-be-delayed bedtime!

Gotcha!: Your Little Black Book to a Safer E-xperience by Dr. Sally Ernst

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"Gotcha! The essential handbook on Cyber Security," by Dr. Sally Ernst, is a must-read for anyone looking to address the growing threat of cyber security vulnerabilities in their business or organization. Before you can address the problem, you need to understand.

"Gotcha!" does an excellent job breaking down the field of cyber security so that someone with minimal knowledge of the topic can understand it. There's a list of the different kinds of attacker profiles and their objectives that really sheds light on what your business/organization is up against. After granting the reader an understanding of the threats, Ernst goes on to the action items -- how to make your organization or business safe? The book is well-written and concise with visual aids, such as graphics and charts, that make the read easy to digest. I would recommend this book to you if you want to get the low-down on how to keep your organization or business safe from cyber threats.

Madcap Mulligan Jokes for Kids: Volume I by D.K. Nanook

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I bought "Madcap Mulligan Jokes for Kids: Volume I" by D.K. Nanook for my nine-year-old niece (she's a big jokester), and she loved it. The print is relatively large and the formatting is easy on the eyes, perfect for young readers who aren't ready to sift through a bunch of text crammed onto a page. The jokes are clean and very funny. There's a good mix of different topics to keep the reader interested. Although the book is aimed at kids, adults will get a kick out of the jokes, too.