REVIEW Anthony Wilson LIFE IN THE ATMOSPHERE

Book Info:

Title: Life in the Atmosphere
Author: Anthony Wilson
Genre: Young Adult  Action Sci Fi
Publication Date: January 19, 2018

Synopsis:

Jahlil Adams is just a regular teenager. In fact, you could say that he is “super regular” with his glasses, comic books, and cheap fashion sense. He doesn’t want popularity. He doesn’t want a pretty girlfriend. He wants to just be who he is. Well that and not to be bullied by Max Maniac. 

Yet, everything changes once Mr. Malachi gave Jahlil a necklace that he didn’t even want. 
After that, everything was not the same. In fact, Jahlil began to realize that there was much more to who he was. There was much more to who Mr. Malachi was. There was much more to his existence. The lid of limitations was lifted from Jahlil’s life. 
Now, all that mattered was the limitations that the sky had to offer. 

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Review :
[Flora]

This is an excellent story for those who have been bullied.  I was a bullied child and wished I had this book to read when I was in school.  The plot is smoothly written.  It is suspenseful and adventurous and touching.  It had me guessing who is really a threat to Jahlil.  It is a book filled with relatable and loveable characters.  Jahlil is a wonderful character, who tells the tale of his high school life and beyond.  The sky is truly the limit for this young man's future.  I love that the author uses words and idioms that a high school child might use and some that were probably because he spoke more to his mom than his classmates which made it so much more real to me.  I can see this book becoming a must read in schools.  It is a book I would recommend to young readers on a fourth grade to adult reading level.  Sometimes it is hard to find books that can be written for younger readers but relatable to older children.   It is a page turner for reluctant readers.  This is a great book for all those reads.   I will look for this author's books to read again. I will recommend this to my family and friends with young readers.   I have become a fan. 

Author Bio:

REVIEW IN THE VEIL OF SHADOWS Nadia Blake and Logan Keys

BOOK INFORMATION

Title: In The Veil of Shadows
Series: Land of Gods
Author: Logan Keys and Nadia Blake
Genre: Science Fiction/Fantasy/Mythology
Publication Date: February 14, 2018

SYNOPSIS

He claims the souls of the living for the Underworld... and she is next. Thanatos, God of the Dead,

meets his match in Warrior Princess Gaea, making him question his entire existence.

Warrior Princess Gaea seeks revenge against the King of the Gods, Zeus---a path that leads

her to the underworld and right into the arms of Death himself. Justice has nothing to do

with the battles waged beyond the veil and when she shows up naked in the Lands of Gods,

ready to make Zeus pay, Gaea's not given the ending that she deserves.

Thanatos, King of the Dead, has lived his life to serve those in the transition of passing.

A long and lonely existence consoling those who face eternal suffering or bliss.

But when he meets with the fiery and brazen Gaea, it makes him question his life

of solitude and the part he plays in human fate.

Together, these two will learn that love can break all boundaries---both mortal and immortal.

That it can conquer all...even death.

This story is for romance readers who love passion,

mythology, and magic in an optimal tale of opposites attracting.

Book Order:

In the Veil of Chaos

In the Veil of Shadows

In the Veil of Vengeance

In the Veil of Ruin

In the Veil of Mischief

In the Veil of Sorrow

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REVIEW

[Flora]

This series is a wonderful story for readers who love romance and mythology.  This is the second book in the Land of the Gods series.  It is a book with action, revenge, injustice, strong female characters and exploring the mindset of immorals and death.  It was a fast read with that cant put it down feeling.  While this book and each book in the series can be read as a stand alone book, it is the continuity of each book in the series that has this world developing wonderfully.  The first story was about the star crossed lovers, Hades and Persephone, who are a big help in carrying on this story line.  The authors have a talent for getting into the mindset of these immortal beings and their interaction with humans.  

In this tale revenge for an injustice most horrible, the strength of one extraordinary warrior, who confronts the gods who use humans as pawns, play things and pets.  It is because of this that Gaea, Warrior Princess, ends up in a new path. It is the gods who have a hard time understanding the filting life and passion of humans with their love for their family, kingdom and justice.   The story is filled with sadness and anger and devotion and change.  I am hoping that the continued series means more facets of this world are revealed.      

Amazon/Goodreads rating: 4.5/5

In Patti's Imagination rating: 8/10

AUTHORS BIO:

Nadia Blake:

Nadia is a wanderer, lover of fantasy, romance, action, magic, and mystery. When she’s not writing, she’s casting spells on her husband and thinking up ways to bring more love and light to her family. The proud mother of two kids, she’s also the owner of a lovable dog and an ornery cat. If you like her stories, please feel free to visit her on Facebook where she hangs out sporadically or drop her an email.

Logan Keys:

#1 bestselling horror author Logan Keys is currently working on both her new disaster post-apocalyptic series The Long Fall while also embarking on a romantic fantasy journey into Greek mythology. Sign up for her newsletter www.logansfiction.com click "VIP UPDATES" on the right-hand side of the page

Logan says she's not so much a writer as she is a soothsayer and preparer for those who are still blissfully unaware. Her stories aren’t dystopian but rather a warning for the next generation. When she’s not writing disasters, zombies, vampires, superheroes, and robots, she’s fighting against government over-reach and oligarchy using military tactics mixed with a little bit of poetry.

Logan’s currently stationed in Kansas with her husband, two kids, and furbaby while starting her voyage into fantasy, but she’s still “keeping it real” and writing futuristic sci-fi on the daily.

Saving imaginary planets one story at a time she says, “My words are my riot.”

REVIEW Logan Keys and Nadia Blake IN THE VEIL OF CHAOS GREEK GODS FANTASY (LANDS OF GODS SERIES BOOK 1)

BOOK INFORMATION:

TITLE: In the Veil of Chaos Greek Gods  Fantasy (LANDS OF GODS SERIES BOOK 1) 
SERIES: Lands of Gods 
AUTHOR: Nadia Blake and Logan Keys
GENRE: Romantic Fantasy
PUBLICATION DATE:  February 14, 2018

SYNOPSIS:

He will claim a thousand souls to save her. Hades, King of the Underworld, offers Persephone an escape from death...but it comes at a price.

USA Today Bestselling Author Pauline Creeden - Captivating and beautiful, full of magic and politics. This modern twist on The tale of Hades and Persephone has attitude but is authentic enough for any mythology lover.

If I could give it six stars I would! - Goodreads Review

The loss of Persephone's father brings her two choices, wed the man who murdered her family, or die. But Hades has another plan, one that will bring a sweeter pain than death. But to bring this plan to fruition, the two must face their tragic differences once again... in Marriage.

The King of the Underworld offers the ultimate sacrifice, but the questions is... will she burn for him?

One of the most perilous love stories ever told, the myth of Hades and Persephone is famous for its darkness...but now, a new retelling of their love begins in a world thrown into chaos.

For readers who enjoy epic life or death and forbidden romance with a lot of passion and a touch of magic.


Book order:
In the Veil of Chaos
In the Veil of Shadows
In the Veil of Vengeance
In the Veil of Ruin
In the Veil of Mischief
In the Veil of Sorrow

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REVIEW:
[Flora]

The authors did an excellent job.  This reader really thinks that they did a lot of research for this series.  I mean to know what kind of flowers and colors are associated with each of the gods and goddesses is more than this reader's school taught.  They didn't bring a bunch of gods into the story to confuse the story, but they did add just enough main characters and a few supporting characters.  They developed their backstory enough to make the story flow, but not everything, so this reader wants to read the rest of the books in this series.  
I like that it was not the same old, same old that these characters were more modern political and  social problems.  They speak of the ancient gods which helps in the developing storyline.  The descriptions of the locations are so descriptive this reader could see it.  There's a growing mystery that needs to be solved to save the world and the lives of humans and the gods and goddesses.  There is not explicit sexual language or cursing, but adult situations are involved. The whole story is not long and drawn-out and the backgrounds of each person are explained as the story unfolds and flows seamlessly.  I had no idea that two different authors wrote this.  This reader will need to read the rest of this series to see how the whole thing turns out.

Amazon/Goodreads rating: 4.5/5

In Patti's Imagination rating: 8/10

AUTHOR BIO:

Nadia is a wanderer, lover of fantasy, romance, action, magic, and mystery. When she's not writing, she's casting spells on her husband and thinking up ways to bring more love and light to her family. The proud mother of two kids, she's also the owner of a lovable dog and an ornery cat. If you like her stories, please feel free to visit her on Facebook where she hangs out sporadically or drop her an email.

#1 bestselling horror author Logan Keys is currently working on both her new disaster post-apocalyptic series The Long Fall while also embarking on a romantic fantasy journey into Greek mythology. Sign up for her newsletter www.logansfiction.com click "VIP UPDATES" on the right-hand side of the page

Logan says she's not so much a writer as she is a soothsayer and preparer for those who are still blissfully unaware. Her stories aren’t dystopian but rather a warning for the next generation. When she’s not writing disasters, zombies, vampires, superheroes, and robots, she’s fighting against government over-reach and oligarchy using military tactics mixed with a little bit of poetry. 

Logan’s currently stationed in Kansas with her husband, two kids, and furbaby while starting her voyage into fantasy, but she’s still “keeping it real” and writing futuristic sci-fi on the daily.

Saving imaginary planets one story at a time she says, “My words are my riot.”