Reviews
The Matriarch Messiah: An Epic Sci-Fi Romantic Suspense Thriller
Maxime Trencavel (Tail of the Bird Books)
The Matriarch Messiah by Maxime Trencavel plunges you into a world on the brink of an apocalypse. Ancient prophecies foretell the return of a powerful matriarch who could save—or destroy—humanity. Zara Khatum, a reluctant prophetess, is on a perilous quest to find the mystical cavern of blue light. With rising global chaos, she faces a heartbreaking choice: her love for Peter Gollinger or the fate of humankind. Meanwhile, brilliant scholar Rachel Capsali uncovers a shocking truth about the goddess Asherah that makes her question everything she...
The Sundown of Life
Sonia Weyers (Eudokima)
The Sundown of Life by Sonia Weyers is a heartfelt memoir that chronicles her journey caring for her aging parents through their final years. Weyers recounts the myriad challenges—medical complications, emotional upheavals, and logistical struggles—that accompany the process of supporting loved ones in decline. She vividly describes the emotional rollercoaster of grief, love, and acceptance, underlining the importance of presence, authenticity, and living without regrets. Weyers’s story is richly detailed, featuring moments of tenderness,...
Bodymore Zero
Ian Kirkpatrick (Steak House Books)
Bodymore Zero by Ian Kirkpatrick is a rollicking ride that thrusts you right into the gritty streets of Baltimore, ten years before the chaos of Bleed More, Bodymore. Ralph Reagan drums for his best friend's band, Bad Ass Idiot Train. They are known for their wild concerts and the rebellious frontman KC; their bond feels unbreakable—until a violent night leaves KC dead, or so Ralph thought. When KC unexpectedly reappears, bloodthirsty and unrecognizable, Ralph must confront a sinister secret lurking beneath the city's graffiti and shadows. As K...
Tribal Abundance: Living Courageously in an Uncertain World
Ildikó Oravecz (Citrine Publishing)
In Tribal Abundance, Ildikó Oravecz delivers a personal memoir that captivates, anthropological insight that gets you thinking about the different threads that hold life together, and practical exercises that provide the roadmap for transforming how we live and work. The book is structured into three segments — the principles, the program, and the practice — that outline the journey into building a tribal culture and fully embracing the model as a way of life. Oravecz shares “principles” drawn from her own experiences of dislocation—from aparth...
Hannah's Call To Care
Claudia Clark (Claudia Clark)
In Hannah’s Call to Care by Claudia Clark, twelve-year-old Hannah Stewart narrates her journey from curious animal lover to committed wildlife warrior in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales. When her father rescues an orphaned kangaroo joey named Summer, Hannah learns firsthand that good intentions can sometimes harm wild animals without proper knowledge. Guided by seasoned carers Michelle and Greg, she volunteers at their sanctuary, mastering pouch checks, rescue missions, and the messy realities of wildlife rehabilitation. Along the way, Ha...
The AI Ecosystems Revolution: Transforming the Global Supply Chain through Real-Time Collaboration
Joe Hudicka (Forbes Books)
The AI Ecosystems Revolution by Joe Hudicka delivers a sweeping overview of how artificial intelligence and real-time collaboration can reshape global supply chains. Beginning with a diagnosis of current pain points—hidden costs, siloed data, and the bullwhip effect—Hudicka guides readers through assessing negotiation, analyzing operational performance, and establishing what he calls the Forestream™ model, a continuous flow of densely interwoven supply-and-demand signals. He shows how companies like Amazon, Shein, and NEOM’s Oxagon are already...
SKELLIG: The Tales of Conor Archer, Vol. 2
E. R. Barr (Telemachus Press, LLC)
In Skellig: The Tales of Conor Archer, Volume 2 by E. R. Barr, Conor’s journey continues as he is sent to Ireland to escape the chaos in Tinker’s Grove —the seventeen-year-old Conor Archer, after a series of mystical encounters, has discovered he is part of an ancient shapeshifting lineage called the Roan, with powers linked to the sea and the Otherworld. But peace is fleeting. Conor finds himself hunted by a Japanese war criminal, Otherworld beings, and a wealthy landowner with dark intentions. With the help of friends—an archangel, a shapeshi...
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ROAN: An Urban Fantasy Novel From The Tales Of Conor Archer, vol.1
E. R. Barr (Telemachus Press, LLC)
Roan: The Tales of Conor Archer by E.R. Barr is an epic urban fantasy that introduces a promising series. In this captivating debut, teenage Conor faces a mysterious destiny after a fateful encounter with a stranger in Chicago. Bitten on the hand and haunted by his mother’s passing, Conor’s journey leads him to the quiet town of Tinker’s Grove, Wisconsin. There, amid folklore, strange happenings, and an ancient Indian mound, he begins to unravel secrets that threaten to change him forever. With the help of friendly townspeople and Troubles, a l...
Dueling with Snakes
Jessica Piro (Independently Published)
Dueling with Snakes by Jessica Piro is a gripping work that follows Leila Wells, a formidable fighter and former champion, as she returns to the Rulers of the Realms Tournament with a new partner, fueled by the desire for revenge against Bryan Foster. She has successfully battled her inner darkness—the Phoenix. Leila returns from Russia, determined to confront her past enemies, especially Bryan Foster, who has taunted her through threatening messages and deadly manipulations. As she prepares for the upcoming tournament in Panordom, Leila teams...
The Dragon of Russia
Jessica Piro (Independently Published)
The Dragon of Russia by Jessica Piro is a gripping tale of Leila Wells, a dedicated detective haunted by her past and her inner demons. As she hunts down drug cartels, confronts her emotional trauma, and battles her darker side—the Phoenix—Leila finds herself embroiled in dangerous missions across the United States and Russia. Her journey includes solving murders, foiling terrorist plots, and navigating complex personal relationships. She struggles to control her dark side, the Phoenix, after embracing it during the Ruler of the Realms Tourname...