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Author Archives: J D Jung
A much needed reminder of our ratings
Dear readers, authors, publicists and publishers, I have received numerous comments on books that have received a “3 bookmark” (highly recommended) rating. Some of you have asked, “Why did my book only receive 3 bookmarks?” Since we only post reviews … Continue reading
A Drinkable Feast: A Cocktail Companion to 1920s Paris- Philip Greene
(Reviewed by JD Jung) “When spring comes to Paris the humblest mortal alive must feel that he dwells in paradise.” – … Continue reading
Posted in Food & Cooking, History
Tagged 1920s, cocktails, Hemingway, Lost Generation, Paris, Prohibition, WWI
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Corkscrew: The highly improbable, but occasionally true, tale of a professional wine buyer – Peter Stafford-Bow
(Reviewed by Don Jung) Prep school failure Felix Hart got his first job as an inventory clerk at a wine shop. Little did he realize that this would set the stage for his career as a premier wine buyer in … Continue reading
Posted in Modern Literary Fiction
Tagged book review, dark humor, wine
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The Seeker’s Riddle: A Novel of First Contact – Andrew Calhoun
(Reviewed by Dorothy Rendon) Locke Howden is a 17-year-old with ambitions to rescue himself and his sister from their dead-end existence in south Texas in the 23rd century. Mankind is using local wormholes to colonize the galaxy and Locke wants, … Continue reading
Posted in Sci-Fi/Speculative/Fantasy/Mythology
Tagged science fiction, space
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A Matter of Conscience – James Bartleman
(Reviewed by JD Jung) “…Canadians in general are more prepared to help the poor of the Third World than the First Peoples in their own country.” James Bartleman, retired Ontario lieutenant governor and member of the Chippewas of Rama First … Continue reading
Posted in Culture, Historical Fiction, Political fiction, Social Justice
Tagged Canada, Indigenous peoples, Ontario, sociology
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The Bouncer – David Gordon
(Reviewed by JD Jung) Joe Brody endured a rough childhood, was kicked out of Harvard and then enlisted in the U.S. military in Special Forces training. Unfortunately, opiates got the bet of him, so he was sent back to the … Continue reading
Posted in Crime, Mystery and Thrillers
Tagged crime fiction, dark comedy, New York
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Torment: A Novella – H.D. Hunter
(Reviewed by JD Jung) “I wish I could tell them how hard it was. How hard it still is. I wish I could tell them that just because a person doesn’t understand what it means to be broken doesn’t … Continue reading
Posted in Modern Literary Fiction
Tagged coming-of-age, mental illness, short books
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Life is a Test: Real Beliefs by Ryan Bey – Ryan Bey
(Reviewed by Jeyran Main) Life is a Test reads like a self-help book written with the intent on providing an insightful look towards living and existence. It is apparent that the author is determined to have an impact on the … Continue reading
Posted in Non-fiction
Tagged Christianity, Islam, philosophy, Religion
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The Alien Diaries – Glenn J Devlin
(Reviewed by Dorothy Rendon) Colin Brayton is an old-book expert in a failing book store. Maddy Prentice is an expert linguist, still reeling from the defection of her fiancé. Both are hired by the mysterious billionaire, Asher Bradford, to live … Continue reading
Posted in Romance, Sci-Fi/Speculative/Fantasy/Mythology
Tagged aliens, Romance, science fiction
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Please be patient
I realize that lately we have been slow to post reviews, as well as responding to your requests. Please bear with us as I can assure all of you that this is only short-term. Personally, my focus has been on … Continue reading