The Butterfly Crest- Eva Vanrell

Posted on May 20, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Ishita RC) Between probability, possibility and inevitably, if you were destined to die, how would you choose to live? On a day as unremarkable as any other, Elena Vicens, a young woman living a seemingly ordinary life except for disturbing dreams, receives a letter remarking upon an inheritance from her mother, nineteen years…

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Labor of Love: The Invention of Dating- Moira Weigel

Posted on May 17, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by JD Jung) “…dating itself often feels like the worst, most precarious form of contemporary labor: an unpaid internship. You cannot be sure where things are heading, but you try to gain experience. If you look sharp, you might get a free lunch.” ...or dinner. In fact, when women first joined the work force,that's the…

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Blues Highway Blues (A Crossroads Thriller) – Eyre Price

Posted on May 13, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by JD Jung) "Poor mannish boy, Danny, hear me        singing straight at you You know you sold your soul. And now          you've lost that                                              …

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Round Seventeen & 1/2: The Names Have Been Changed to Protect the Inefficient – Rich Siegel

Posted on May 7, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Don Jung) We’ve evolved from the mad men of the 1960’s and 70’s to the internet and social media of the twenty-first century. However, one thing hasn’t changed. The advertising industry still tries to get you to buy products that you didn’t even know you wanted. And specifically, who does this? The copywriter…

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A Fine Imitation – Amber Brock

Posted on May 3, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by JD Jung) “She had sacrificed a friend to save herself, and for what? To be disdained by her husband? To become the queen of meaningless social rituals? To be a good girl but a bad person?” Vera Longacre knew her future. Her mother constantly reminded her of what was expected while she was…

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United States of Japan – Peter Tieryas

Posted on May 1, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Don Jung) Just image…what if the Axis powers defeated the Allies in WWII and Japan took over the western United States? This curious twist on history is what Peter Tieryas writes about in his novel, United States of Japan. This intriguing story takes place in Southern California after the takeover. and a video game…

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Divine Ecstasy (The Guardians of the Realms Book 8) – Setta Jay

Posted on April 29, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Ishita RC) Sacha was born into slavery to demented Gods. All her life she only knew the meaning of torment and anguish until she was gifted as a Guardian of the Realms. She has learnt how to hide her pain and shame under the cover of duty and family. The last thing anyone…

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Heirloom: A New Orleans Thriller – Lisa Rey (Author), LD Sledge (Contributor)

Posted on April 27, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by JD Jung) “…probably the most incredible story that ever came out of a city that was accustomed to sordid weirdness from Voodoo to political murder…how can a world so beautiful to the eye conceal such sick human behavior … Heirloom was the worst. I wish I could wipe the images from my mind…

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Searing Ecstasy (The Guardians of the Realms Book 7) – Setta Jay

Posted on April 23, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by Ishita RC) Drake, the powerful dragon and leader of the Guardians, had the responsibility of protecting all inhabitants of the four Realms for centuries more than that he can remember. He never imagined finding a mate while upholding his responsibilities. But then he meets her under the most unusual circumstances. The only problem is…

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The Complete Review Guide to Contemporary World Fiction – M. A. Orthofer

Posted on April 20, 2016 by J D Jung

(Reviewed by J.D. Jung) As an aficionado of contemporary world fiction, I’m always on a quest to discover more works translated into English. The internet is a great resource, but I spend too much time desperately trying to find authors like ones I’ve enjoyed in the past. After all that work, I usually come up…

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