Book Reviews

I offer complimentary book reviews to authors and their marketing representatives upon request. If you have a book to be reviewed, please read my guidelines. Lead time of six to eight weeks is preferred as I currently have a waiting list for book reviews. Note: I do not accept unsolicited book reviews.

	Murder in Italy In this true crime story, author Candace Dempsey delves into the mystery surrounding the murder of Meredith Kercher, a British college coed in Perugia, Italy. Is Amanda Knox guilty of the heinous crime? Decide for yourself.
	Peace Corpse Author Charles Neff takes readers to Sweden in this tale of international intrigue, suspense and romance.
	How We Lead Matters From American Girl dolls and gerbils to halftime celebrations and corporate stewardship, Carlson Nelson shares personal stories of some of the experiences that helped to shape her as a mother, a business woman and a leader.
	Whispers Across Time Husband and wife team J. Robert Whittle and Joyce Sandilands offer readers a light-hearted, endearing and uplifting story of a reporter-turned-angel.
	Loyalty's Haven Fans of historical fiction will love Loyalty's Haven, set in British Columbia, Canada and the U.S. Pacific Northwest in the late 1910s.
	Patriot Schemes Charles Neff pens another gripping political thriller - Patriot Schemes - a tale of antiterrorist intrigue set in the United States.
	The Joy of Fundraising Seattle author Terry Axelrod strikes gold with her fundraising "how to" guide, The Joy of Fundraising.
	Giraffe of Montana, Vol. II In this fun story for elementary school age children, author William Piper Bowman brings a cast of animal characters to life.
	Light of Our Times Vibrational health expert Daphne Michaels offers a collection of interviews from The Vibrational Health Show. The book features 18 conversations with health and spirituality leaders including Ram Dass, Donna Eden, Victor Sanchez and others.
	How I Raised a Million in a Month Read Barbara Ann Murray's book for her success secrets on fundraising. This is an excellent resource for any fundraiser.
	Camille Claudel - A Novel Based on the life of French sculptor Camille Claudel, author Alma Bond tells the fascinating, fictional tale of love, betrayal, artistry, discrimination and insanity. Beautifully written, this novel will completely draw you in.
	South of Main Street Check out Robert Gately's first novel, South on Main Street. With rich, engaging characters, you'll have a hard time putting this novel down.
	Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul: The Real Deal The latest in the Chicken Soup series, The Real Deal is just that and so much more. This is a must-read for anyone with a teen in his or her life.
	The Scourge of God Be sure to check out author William Dietrich's latest novel, another excellent novel about the Roman Empire.
	Hadrian's Wall William Dietrich's novel, Hadrian's Wall, is set in Roman England. It is a fascinating read for those who enjoy historical fiction.
	The Demon & The Monk This is the incredible true story of David Grant's life of crime, addiction and recovery. It should be on the "must read" list for ALL parents and teens!
	Educating Waverly Author Laura Kalpakian delivers an incredibly well-written, engaging tale of student Waverly Scott, her cohorts and teachers at the Temple School. Click the link above to read move.
	The Secrets of Jin-shei Alma Alexander, also known as author Alma Hromic, has graced us with a novel destined to be a classic. Don't miss this beautiful tale of sister joined not by blood, but by a sacred bond.
	The Duet Well known youth author Robert Elmer more than succeeds with his first attempt at writing a mainstream novel.
	Where Have All The Smart Women Gone? Be sure to read Alice Rowe's fascinating introspection into the lives of "gifted" women. She shares some startling insights with her readers.
	Hidden Impact Charles Neff's debut novel is an exceptional read that will rivet readers with its politics, history, adventure and romance. Follow Jim Nordberg as he returns to Nicaragua to give his life purpose, finding much more than he bargained for.
	Bound by Loyalty - Book One of the Victoria Chronicles Lovers of historical fiction will enjoy J. Robert Whittle's Victoria Chronicles novels. Set in Victoria, B.C. in the early 1900s, Whittle tells the tale of orphan Nancy Wilson and her newfound friend Dan Brown. J. Robert Whittle is also the author of The Lizzie Series.
	Loyalty's Reward - Book Two of the Victoria Chronicles If you loved Bound by Loyalty, then Loyalty's Reward is a must read. This amazing sequel is well written and even more compelling than Whittle's first "Dan and Nancy" novel. Don't miss this one!
	Sedimental Journey If you are looking for something different, you'll enjoy this novel by Richard Widerkehr. With an imaginative story and ambiguous characters, it is a great book to curl up with on a lazy afternoon.
	Regular Lu This whimsical tale of Regular Lu is not only fun, but it offers a valuable lesson for all of us.
	No More Night Mares, A Dream of Freedom Written by Dawn Van Zant and illustrated by Kim McElroy, this children's book offers a delightful tale about the legend of the wild horse.