From the desk of
DONA PENZA TATTLE, ESQ.
AND
ASSOCIATE WRYE
BALDERDASH
Greetings,
"Well, it is finally here... again!" Wrye
announced as he finger-brushes imaginary dust off his shoulders.
Twirling about in her slimming new gown, (been on a
veggie lifestyle aka DIET) extra long to hide her orthopedic shoes and
compression socks, Tattle added, "Yes it is! The following are all
the nominees for the Second Tattle and Wrye Book Award. Otherwise known
as:
THE SECOND FABULOUS
FICTION FABRICATOR FEATHER IN THE FEDORA, WRYE TOAST FROM BALDERDASH AND
TATTLE... JAM OPTIONAL AWARD, DENOTING THAT BALDERDASH BABBLES AND TATTLE
PRATTLES AND GOOD WRITERS WRITE WELL...
TAA DAA! WITH
BOW AND CURTSY
"This was not easy, each and every book reviewed
deserved a finalist spot, but we sniff-sniff
had to pick only six." Tattle dabbed her eyes with gloved fingertips.
"Five," Wrye corrected.
"Six... I added another one. Couldn't help
meself."
Wrye sighs. "Errr... actually seven. I couldn't
resist either."
Announcing the title and author, followed by a
partial, though pertinent, part of our review.
UNTAMED (Duty Bound
#3) by J.S. Marlo
“Wow!
Another well-plotted, nicely paced, and mystery oriented story in the third of
the Duty Bound Series. UNTAMED has not lost any of the steam or power of the
previous two books. It is a stand-alone yet for those who read the first two,
it has a few past references to keep the connection alive. Once again, J.S.
Marlo has taken us on a journey filled with twists and complications that leave
us guessing. There is just enough romance to make you cheer on not only the
individual characters but the couple, hopefully to be a family. Hannah, her son
Rory and even the dog Snowflake are endearing. Avery beams hero in every
possible way, yet has enough tarnish to make him real. This is the perfect read
with an unexpected climax and satisfying end. I’m looking forward to more from
J.S. Marlo.”
UNTAMED
Duty Bound Series
SEDUCING THE DARKNESS,
Darkness, I by Shiela Stewart
“It
certainly has enough sizzle to satisfy the erotic hunger, but that isn’t the
only thing that keeps the heart pumping. The entire book has a tempo, like
listening to a drummer who doesn’t let up. It keeps getting louder and faster.
Sometimes, you have to remind yourself to breathe. My ole heart nearly couldn’t
keep up. I like my paranormal, but not everyone can write a tale that is this
enjoyable while maintaining unrelenting drama, intensity, complexity, and sexy
characters with engaging personality. It is a well told story and has you
yearning to gobble up the next in the series. If you haven’t read it, read it.
If you have read it, get the next book in the series. To paraphrase a starlet
of years gone by, “It’s a wild and crazy kind of vamp ride.”
DOORS by Joanne Renaud
“For
me the bait and hook comes directly from the interplay between Jackie and the
quirky Orne. The banter keeps you grinning, and the romance touches even an old
crotchety guy like me. You watch the relationship develop and cheer them
onward, and you also watch as Jackie grows stronger as each, but not every
riddle, gets solved. At the same time, she doesn’t need Orne to make her
complete. She is very reflective of the strong independent women of our modern
age. She is a refreshing heroine. Thumbs up for DOORS! This is a remarkable
sci-fi tale dripping with delightful romance.”
ABSENCE OF LIGHT by
Rick Giernoth
“This
story has all the elements of horror woven with the eternal fight between good
and evil in a dramatic, fast-paced page turner. The characters are
well-developed, and multi-layered. They reflect the true nature of humanity
with both its flaws and nobility. Rick Giernoth has a unique take on an old
theme. He did not just put a fresh coat on the plot line, he created his own
palette of gory colors. Rick’s story is sharp, crisp and, yes, downright scary.
Personally, I read it with a lot of lights blazing, and still found myself
looking over my shoulder and haven’t slept without a nightlight since. No
matter your personal beliefs, this gives you pause to consider evil at its most
horrific. Plus, it has more than its share of unpredicted twists and shocks. If
you want a thrilling ride of terror, read ABSENCE OF LIGHT!”
HOME WORLD by Michael
W. Davis
"I've
enjoyed everyone of Big Mike's books, and this one will not disappoint. If his
name wasn't on the book, you would still know it was his work. He has a unique
style of writing that mesmerizes, brings you right into the inner voice of the
characters and the inner conflict of the plot. And just when you think
you are about to figure out the ah-ha moment, you discover you didn't and there
is another ah-ha smacking you upside the head. His talent with plot
development, depth of character and realistic dialogue was remarkable. I
enjoyed this book tremenduously, and recommend it needs a place on your cyber
bookshelf!"
TRAITOR KNIGHT by
Keith W. Willis
“I
can’t say enough about the talent oozing from the storyline. There is never any
down time with the plot, it keeps rolling and picking up steam. Keith is a
story-teller puppeteer, just pulling our strings as we dance to his magnificent
prose. Through it all, you see Keith’s unique writing technique. It is not an
imitation of the ole Masters yet it is still fantasy at its finest with that
wonderful wash of enchantment that brings out the possibility that magic can
happen. I have read all of Keith W. Willis’ work, and I do believe TRAITOR
KNIGHT is now my favorite. Hmmm, that is until he writes a new book, that
new one might end up taking top spot. Each book gets better!”
SILENT AUTUMN by
Veronica H. Hart
“There
is a serious underpinning to this story that keeps your heart racing and your
thoughts riveted to the storyline. If you are able to put the book down,
you are still thinking about the possibilities that could happen. The writing
is snappy and quick, and the twist and turns are unexpected. Yet, here and
there a campy light-hearted moment occurs that makes you smile. Only,
don’t get too attached to that smile, soon you’ll be driven by the story’s
intensity once more. Can’t wait to see more from Veronica H. Hart.”
Congratulations
to all our finalist!
Dona
Penza Rutabaga Tattle, Esq. and Associate Wrye Balderdash
of
Blather City, Wannachat
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