Intense, Interesting and Exciting all in one!
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I really didn't know what to expect when I first picked this book up. I will admit I'm some what a fan of 50's music which did influence me a little bit in buying this book. The way he explains himself in his story almost makes you feel apart of it. He does a fine job of being descriptive and getting the message he wants to get across. I would say to anyone who is a fan, likes music or just wants to read about someone who has gone from nothing to something, read this book. It's inspirational to see what someone has gone through to get to the top. Nothing is easy in life, and if you need some motivation just read his story.
4143687
An intense and interesting story, that moves at a rapid pace. I really enjoyed reading this book!! I highly recommend it.
4904339
It was intriguing, funny & intense all at the same time! It involves fun magic.
1017712
The story continues  and what an intense ride this is  John Howell is an outstanding story teller and does not disappoint!  Exciting and suspenseful with non-stop action and lots of twists, turns, and surprises, this is an amazing read.  Tons of thrilling, nail-biting action  this story kept me on the edge of my seat and I could not put this book down!  I was caught up in each moment, and I couldn't wait to find out what would happen next. The tension and action kept building  excellent and thrilling!  I highly recommend this book and the entire series!
3576929
I loved it! I'm not even sure how to explain how much I loved this the drama and action picked up a lot In the second book! Packed full of surprises in almost every chapter! I can't wait until the next one comes out I'm excited to find out what happens next
4298522
Badass, non-stop action and over the top sequences, this is a wild ride and

exciting and intriguing at the same time, from beginning to end.

Matti James wants to know why everything is connected, and how a tragedy

that happened decades ago is related to an upcoming attack to the President,

everything here is so darn interesting.

I love Matti! She is ruthless, badass and is willing to do anything to find what

she wants, like climb a volcano, literally anything. The settings in this story are

presented really well, I like the fact that is all set in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a

very serious plot yet it happens there where theres supposed to be party all the

time, everything mix so well and the other characters add some nice balance

with some comedy in the middle, much to Matti disapproval, everyone should

give a try to this book, you would become addicted to Mattis life immediately.
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I was so excited about this one because it seems to be set somewhere in the Middle East. It was refreshing to read something that wasn't set around a bunch of buildings and in the middle of a city. Add in the magic and it made it even better!
  The desert is a dangerous place to be for a human. The stories have been passed down and told all over their communities. Even though most of the magical beings haven't been seen in a long time, they know they're there. But Amani knows she needs to get away from there. So she tries to do the one thing that makes sense: Escape.
  The action and adventure in this one was amazing! The adventure was amazing. I could picture all the desert and them trecking across it. I could picture how hot it was and also how their body ached afterwards as well. As far as the action, that book is a page turner from page one. I knew it would be interesting after the first chapter. And I was NOT wrong. I loved that there were so many surprises that came out of nowhere! They definitely served for some of my more entertaining Goodreads updates, but it was so fun to see how everything kept turning up!
  The romance was amazing! I mean it was barely there, but the tension!!! The romantic tension is there and it was as thick as the desert sand they were walking on. Alot of the time they spent trying to ignore each other and then when it finally happened, IT HAPPENED. I cannot wait to see how it develops in the next installment!
  As some of you know, I'm currently in school for Library Science and one of the classes I'm taking this semester is Storytelling. Because I've been studying this, one of the things that stood out to me was the diversity and the way the stories were told. It was so cool to see how stories of the religion changed based on where they are from or who is telling the story. It was nice to know that I can apply what I'm learning to the books I've read.
  But even still, with all the great things, the only thing I didn't like was the fact that to me it felt like a filler a little. It seemed to get all the OMG moments towards the end and it seemed that that was being used to set up the next book. Don't get me wrong, it was still good, but it did seem like it was setting it up for an even more epic next book. And for that reason, it makes me wonder why they entire book wasn't that way.
  This book was interesting in so many ways! I can't wait to see what else will happen! This series has a very promising start.
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Whew! This was an intense read from beginning to end, which barely any downtime, which Stokes does warn readers of at the beginning. I had to set the book down a few times just so *I* could take a breather before venturing back into this epic fantasy world. I enjoyed every page of it. From the description of all the armor and weapons and battles and so much more, lots of research into medieval warfare and leadership must have gone into the preparations for this series. And let's have some amazing magic and magical creatures while we're at it, shall we?
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Let me just start with WOW! This book is intense and fast paced. It took me a few days to read and not because it was a hard read or long, life kept interfering. I didn't want to put it down!

I love the chemistry between Emily and Shane. They have so much in common yet are still trepid. The trepidation they are feeling is not unfounded though. They both have a great deal to fear in their personal lives and business-wise.

They take a big but natural step in this book and we find out Emily's secrets. Be prepared to be angry. I know I was and righteously so on her behalf. But, maybe things aren't as they appear. I can't wait to get my hands on the next book. I need to know what I'd going on and will happen! I also want to know more about Jessica and Seth! Maybe they'll get there own stories one day??

This book is a cliffhanger like the last one as they immediately pick up where the last one finished. Trust me when I say the game is afoot because, as we learned from the last book, Brandon Sr. is cold and calculating as if his life is one big chess game. Be prepared for some shifting players and more than just Emily's secret see light.

Grab this book and find out why it's one of my faces! We already know there is no ending, so no Happily Ever After this time.
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What an original, intriguing, super hot offering this was.  There was so much going on, yet the author held onto her reins tight and steered us through a mine filled plot with pure effortless delight.  I have to say that even after reading so many of her books and expecting some kind of emotional battle, the author slayed me within the first few pages!  and not content with that, she did it again and again - what a roller coaster of a ride!  I also have to say that to highlight the plight of the GLBT community in Russia was a very brave thing to do - well done author (let's hope that Vladimir Putin doesn't read the book and she finds a real life assassin on her tail!).  Now to the book - Your lover has died, you slowly piece by piece restore your heart and then suddenly, something truly wonderful happens and you fall hopelessly in love again.  But one day, your "dead" lover returns!  As I said before, an emotional roller coaster!  Oh and did I mention the twist? - didn't see that one coming!  This is the second book of the Assassins Series, it was much darker and intense than the first one and I loved it!
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This book had my blood pumping, as the main character in this book is constantly living in fear and looking over her shoulders. It was an exciting read, where we delve into the lives of people who are either hunted or involved with the Mafia families.

If you read the blurb, you can see what choice Emma made and has to turn to Carter Reed to help her. The initial stages of the book are a bit of a blur for Emma as she is in shock at what she has done. She has lived in fear for a long time and we soon find out why. When Carter Reed comes into the story, you can see the type of person that he is now is a lot different to the one she knew years ago. He is cold, guarded and you have to work damn hard to get him to trust you.

Emma was a bit frustrating at times, but as a whole I liked her. She will do anything for the people she cares about, as there are very few people that she can call friends. She has a good heart, but sometimes I wanted to shake her because she either thought things over too much or not enough, and often it got her in trouble. Carter Reed well, he is certainly cold, feared and deadly but he is also sex on a stick!! Lol He is very confidant and he is a weapon himself. Even though he was hard on Emma to begin with, I could see that he was doing it to get her to open up and make the decisions for herself. As the story unfolded, you could see how much he cared for her (and for how long) and what he has done to keep her safe.

The author has done a good job getting this story across. I enjoyed it from cover to cover, and the few issues I had didn't really affect the story at all. Being in this world was intense and I felt that I had to look over my shoulder at times too Can you trust everyone around you? Carter Reed may have been deadly to begin with, but even more so now Emma is close to him. The chemistry between these two is a bit intense, but you can see that once they get it on, its going to explode for them both!! I really hope to see more in this series When do the Mafia ever keep their word?
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Wow! I could NOT put the book down! It was fast paced and had many different things happening all at the same time! Sara Caine is called in to investigate hauntings in an assisted living center which used to be a famous Hollywood hotel... and she finds more than she had expected! (No more about the story because you MUST read it yourself!!!)

This story not only has paranormal but historical references... and what happens will shock you as the tale unfolds. There are indeed many layers to the story, and this is what makes it quite an intense yet enjoyable read! The author has created a world that you can see, hear, and feel - and you are pulled in with the characters as they try to solve not only the hauntings but also mysterious deaths of the residents. Sara, Johan, and the others are well developed so that you care what is happening. You even feel sorry for Nurse Lou as everyone seems to be ganging up on her and accusing her of mischief. (We can see the whole picture, poor Lou can't.) There are some characters we aren't sure about... and others that are simply creepy! There were twists and turns that really had me thinking! (Isn't that what makes reading a great book more fun?!)

I was given a free copy of this book - and I am happy to write this review. I am already deep into the NEXT book in the series because I love Dominika Waclawiak's writing so much! I HAVE to know what happens next to Sara!!! READ this book! You will be glad that you did!
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This book is awesome! There is no easing in to it - you are immediately thrown into an abstract world full of turmoil. Dangerous, sentient thunderstorms are brewing and everyone is running for their lives. The author doesn't hold your hand, he throws you straight into the storm! He gives you some incredible characters to cheer for while you go into battle alongside of them. Not much will be explained at first, but if you keep reading you will DEFINITELY be rewarded. When the timing is just right, things will be revealed. The story line is excellent, and the heroes are relentless! You will feel for them as they navigate this intense world, full of mystery, supernatural powers, and danger. The book is fast paced, and you won't want to put it down. I am eager for book two!

I highly recommend The Icons of Man to anyone interested in action or fantasy - Hunger Games and Harry Potter fans, definitely read this!
2980011
Exciting storyline! Just over too soon! Looking forward to next release!
3777468
The stories these characters face are fascinating! There are so many awesome elements in this series! It is unique, exciting, and fun! I can't wait to read the next one!
559381
Drama, love, crime, and misfortune follow all these characters and make for an exciting story I couldn't stop reading. The first story started off a bit slow, but the build to the climaxes were incredible!

I'm mostly loving how real these characters are and how we all can relate and empathize with their passion to get out of these outrages situations the author has made our entertainment.

I can't tell you too much without giving away the juicy twists and turns, all I can say is grab a copy for yourself, put the kids to bed, and enjoy!
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Excellent story with nonstop action and a great ending!