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A novella of The Cat's Eye Chronicles.

Release Date: February 28th, 2014

By the age of nineteen, all Harpies know how to fly—except Caprion. He has yet pass the test of the Singing and gain his wings. His family has disowned him in shame and people are beginning to talk. Now an evil voice haunts his dreams, taunting him, drawing out his worst fears—that he will remain wingless forever.

Caprion decides to find the root of this insidious voice, no matter what it takes. He journeys to the secret prisons of the Harpy underground, where he meets a young slave named Moss. In those sunless, decrepit cells, a forbidden friendship is formed. Can Caprion and Moss find the source of the voice? And can Caprion save Moss from a terrible fate?

Join young Caprion as he journeys down, down into the earth, finding his wings and forging a friendship that will change him forever.

T. L. Shreffler lives in Los Angeles, CA. She loves diversity, fantasy, romance, iced tea, long walks, philosophy, and thrift store shopping. She recently graduated with a BA in Badass (Creative Writing) and her poetry has been published consecutively in Eclipse: A Literary Journal and The Northridge Review. She is author of The Cat's Eye Chronicles (YA/Epic Fantasy) and The Wolves of Black River (PN Romance.)

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Caprion's Wings blog tour schedule and links:

2-23-14 | Spotlight Mimsey Style | Please Don't Feed the Mimsey

2-24-14 | Spotlight/Excerpt | The O'Raven Chronicles

2-25-14 | REVIEW & Theme Song |  Lindsay and Jane's Views and Reviews

2-26-14 | Spotlight/Excerpt | Oh My Shelves

2-27-14 | Character 5Q Q&A Caprion | Intisar Khanani

2-28-14 | REVIEW & Would you Rather w/Caprion | TTC Books & More

3-01-14 | Spotlight/Excerpt | A World of Words

3-01-14 | REVIEW & Spotlight | Genieva's Book Blog

3-02-14 | REVIEW & Author top 10 | Becca Anne's Book Reviews

3-03-14 | REVIEW & This OR That with Moss | Paranormal Book Club

3-04-14 | REVIEW & Guest Post | Alina Popescu Writes

3-04-14 | REVIEW & Interview | Inkspelled Faery 

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Modern Disciples: Volume 1

 Modern Disciples: Volume 1 


I recieved this book in exchange for an honest review!

I found this book amazing, the twist and turns made this book a page turner and I could not stop reading it once I started. The God's that you are introduced make you believe that they could really exist. The main character Ryan had me going through a roller coaster of emotions. After reading so main books with major cliffhangers this book was a nice change! I loved the book and will not feel complete until I know the entire story!!!

I wanted to thank the author for the opportunity to read and review there book, I have already told my friends and family that is a must read!

Modern Disciples Vol. 3:

Modern Disciples Vol. 3:
By: I. S. Anderson

The story is about 6 disciples: Lisa, Jane, Ryan, Angie, Sajaad, and Armand. The story starts in Florida with Lisa and Armand. Lisa is soon jetting off to Japan. In Japan Lisa meets up with another disciple, this time a daughter of Aphrodite. Lisa also meets a disciple of another one of the Japanese Gods. Even though Lisa starts the journey in Japan alone however the other disciples in her group soon join her…

This Story is told from Lisa’s POV this time. Unlike the last book I could really relate to Lisa and her issues. This story brings you in and gives you a better understanding of how it feels to be the daughter a daughter of a God. The story is well developed and I really enjoyed it! This book is a page turn and really draws you in. This book has more adventure and shows you more mythical creatures than the first two. I think anyone who likes stories of Gods and myths will really enjoy this book.

Mythos (The Descendants, #1)

Mythos (The Descendants, #1) 
by Vrinda Pendred 

I received this book from the author free of cost in exchange for an honest review.

I would like to thank the author, Vrinda Pendred, for the chance to read this book. 

The Prologue of the book seemed to be a bit out of place for me at first, I was unsure what it had to do with the story; however, later on in the book the prologue starts to make sense. This story is about Itzel Loveguard and how she comes to know her Half Brother Oz and his friend Seth. Itzel learns that she is part of race that isn’t exactly human in fact she is a descendent. She is thrust into a world of Myths and Magic. This book took me on an adventure. I found myself relating to Itzel and wanting things to work out for her. I had a hard time putting the story down. I was unsure of this book to start out with but I found myself following the story in my imagination. I found myself pulled into the story not wanting it to end. The book leaves you with a bit of a cliffhanger so I am looking forward to the release of the next book.

Water's Edge (Troubled Times, #1)

Water's Edge (Troubled Times, #1) 
by Rachel Meehan 

Synopsis:

With their own water and power supplies, fourteen year old Nairne, her brother Zane and father Daniel are well prepared to cope with the effects of climate change, but most people are less fortunate. Thousands are fleeing the chaos and social unrest brought about by severe floods, heat waves and droughts which are sweeping across the UK.

When Nairne persuades her father to house some of the evacuees on their smallholding in the south of Scotland she plunges the family into a world of violence, deception and murder.

Nairne soon discovers the truth. With society at breaking point, she has to grow up quickly as she alone can take revenge on those responsible. She discovers that the fortress Daniel built to give his children a chance, has become the prize in a struggle where winning can mean the difference between life and death.

Review:

This book caught my attention because it was a story dealing with Global Warming. The book was told from the a third person point of view. Nairne was the main character and it starts off with her mother dying. Nairne lives with her father Daniel and her brother Zane. Her father Daniel is a Carpenter, her brother Zane was in an accident and sustained severe head trauma, so he was held back a year in school and his learning skills are a bit slower than normal. 

The story was set in the UK. The details the author uses to describe London was great and I could see it perfectly clear. I could feel and see all of the details in my head as the author was describing them. 

I found the story predictable in places but I still found myself wanting to see how things played out. The ending of the book I found interesting. I feel as if the story was unfinished at the end. So I can not wait till the second book comes out. 

Second Coming (The Descendants, #2)

Second Coming (The Descendants, #2) 
by Vrinda Pendred (Goodreads Author) 


The main character of the story is Itzy. Itzy boyfriend Aidan, her brother Osiris, and Seth (who is Osiris friend and roommate) are all descendant from aliens who have joined with Humans. 
The only real humans are Devon (who is Itsy best friend), Ash (who is Itsy friend, Devon’s boyfriend and Itzy’s ex-boyfriend), and Itzy’s mother. 

Quetzal and Horace are two new characters who have been introduced in this book. They are aliens who have just arrived on earth.

The story continues in this book, both Aidan and Itzy relationship grows closer. But the journey they have in front of them is not an easy one. 

Itzy and her brother are also closer in this book, and their relationship continues to develop. They begin to feel like actual siblings and start to act like them as well. 

I truly loved this book; it has action, adventure as well as drama. This book has me crying and laughing. The descriptions the author uses make me feel like I am there and actually experiencing everything the characters are experiencing.

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes YA, drama, or Sci-Fi. This book is an amazing read, it is my favorite in the series so far!

MANGROVES AND MONSTERS (The Stolen Nickel Series)

MANGROVES AND MONSTERS (The Stolen Nickel Series)
by Sharon Cupp Pennington

The story takes place on the Caribbean island of Jacqueme Dominique. It is a mystery type of book, it has a bit of romance, and of course a murder. I did blush while reading certain parts but it was not inappropriate for the scene.

The main Characters of the story are Charlie Cooper (also called Coop), Angeline St. Cyr, Brent St. Cyr, and Kat. 

I could not pick just one favorite character as all the characters in the book were well developed and I came to care for all the characters.
 
After the first book the second was easier to understand what the writer was doing. I liked how it wasn’t just told from one point of view and you got to see in side all the main characters. I was not able to home in on who the bad person (I’m not saying who it is) was and only figured it out as the main characters did. Although I will say my gut was screaming at me something was not right with a couple of the characters. Also Willem Voorhees does make an appearance. 

I felt every emotion that the characters felt. Even though I have never lost a child or someone I loved I was able to understand a little of what they were going through, I could feel everything the characters were feeling and it was very refreshing. I did cry and laugh and want to shot someone, so the author did a great job of pulling you into the book. This book was a page turner and once I got started I had a very hard time putting the book down. 

I cannot wait to read the next book in the series as this one left me wanting more. 
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes mysteries, romance, or someone who just want a good read!

Hoodoo Money(The Stolen Nickel Series)

Hoodoo Money(The Stolen Nickel Series) 
by Sharon Cupp Pennington

The major part of this story takes place in New Orleans. It is a murder mystery with a bit of romance. I did blush while reading certain parts but it was not inappropriate nor did I feel like it was something I could not discuss with my family. 

The main Characters of the story are Charlie Cooper (also called Coop), Angeline St. Cyr, Braeden McKay (also called Brag), and J. Sanderson Montgomery (also called Sandman). 

I could not pick just one favorite character as all the characters in the book were well developed and I came to care for all the characters.

I found the story line a bit odd in the beginning but after the first few chapters it flowed very nice. I liked how it wasn't just told from one point of view and you got to see in side all the main characters. 

I was not able to pick out the bad person (I’m not saying who it is) out and only figured it out as the main characters did. 

I could feel everything the characters were feeling and it was very refreshing. I did cry and laugh and want to shot someone, so the author did a great job of pulling you into the book. This book was a page turner and once I got started I had a very hard time putting the book down. 

I cannot wait to read the next book in the series as this one left me wanting more. 

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes mysteries, romance, or someone who just want a good read!

Chasing Darkness - Unbinding Fate, #3

Chasing Darkness (Unbinding Fate, #3 ) 
by Colee Firman

I received this book for free for an honest review

This book starts off a few months after the last one ended. Time is spent in both Ravensbog and Greystone. Addy goes through every emotion possible and seeing her work through the good and the bad drives the story on. Then ending was a bit of a cliffhanger but not nearly as bad of one as in the second book! 

This book is even better than the other two. I actually felt like I was the one going through everything. I laughed, cursed, and cried. This book put me on a roller coaster and once i started it I was unable to put it down, I just had to know what was going to happen next. I have not felt so amazing after reading a book in a long time. It took me through every emotion and left me wanting more!

I recommend this series to everyone this book brings in so many components and blends everything together perfectly!

Thank you so much to the Author Colee Firman for allowing me to read this wonderful series!

Dissever = Unbinding Fate, #1

Dissever (Unbinding Fate, #1) 
by Colee Firman

First off, I would like to say thank you to the Author for giving me the chance to review this book.

The story follows Addison, Abby as her friends and family calls her. Addy find herself in this book. She has to go through a lot and finds out about herself.

I had a hard time getting through the first couple chapters but once I did I fell in love with the characters and the book. There are quite a few people introduced in the first couple of chapters, but after you met most of the characters it gets easier. Not that the book is simple because it is not. There is a lot of depth to the characters and the story-line is very good. I cried several times during the course of the book. Which is not something I make a habit out of.

I found this book extremely hard to put down after I really started reading it and got past the first few chapters and was able to figure out all the characters. The twist and turns made this book a real page turner. I am on pins and needles looking forward the the next book.

Sanctify - Unbinding Fate, #2

Sanctify (Unbinding Fate, #2) 
by Colee Firman

I was given this book by the author to read for an honest review.

The book has a lot of twist and turns and it ends in a cliffhanger. I loved the book! It though me for a loop at points but it was a page turner. I had a very hard time putting it down. I could feel what Addy was going through; the pain, the joy, the sadness. By the end of the book I thought I had been on a roller coaster. I was not happy with the ending but can only think that whatever is going on Tanner is just trying to protect Addy since he loves her so much. Although I was a fan of Gage's from the first book at it continues into this one, Tanner really starts to grow on me.
I can not wait to read the next book.

I want to thank the Author Colee Firman for giving me the opportunity to experience this series!

Winter

Winter 
by Andrew Boyd 

I firstly want to say thank you to the author Andrew Boyd for the opportunity to read his book in exchange for an honest review!

This story is about a zombie named Adam. It is told mostly in flashbacks but you do have some of it told in the present as well. Having lived in Colorado the descriptions the author had were amazing and made me feel like I was back there.

This is not a book I would recommend to myself but it is a great book full of descriptions and was nice to read!

Under Vanishing Skies

Under Vanishing Skies 
by G.S. Fields

Under Vanishing Skies was given to me for an honest review by the author. 

This book was about a guy who had lost everything when the world ended. He ends up having to deal with a lot of things after one of his friends is killed by Pirates. 

This book was well written, it did have a few grammatical errors but nothing serious. The story line was well thought out. I had expected a little more action then the book had, it also was a bit slow for my liking. I was not able to put myself in that world. I was not given enough detail to transport myself to that world. 

I would recommend this book to anyone who want to read a book with a good storyline. 

I just wanted to say thank you to the Author for giving me the chance to read their book.

What the Faeries Left Behind

What the Faeries Left Behind 
by Amber Michelle Cook

I was given this book for an honest review!

What the Faeries Left Behind by Amber Cook was more like a short story rather than a book. It was a nice break from everyday life. I could relate to the main character and I was disappointed where it ended. I was hoping for a little more as I had really just begun to sink my teeth into it. Overall I would recommend this story to anyone who wants a break from everyday stories!

The Purging (Eons of Darkness, #1)

The Purging (Eons of Darkness, #1) 
by Reed Bosgoed 

I received this book from the author for an honest review his book!

Earth is dying, pollution and overpopulation are the cause. Creatures long thought to be no more than legends have once again revealed themselves. Their goal; to destroy the root of the problem, humans. Mankind's time as the dominant species is about to come to an end. Lines have been drawn between those among the preternatural species who wish the extinction of humans and those who would seek to protect them. The Purging War has begun. The Purging was told from several points of view. The book has vampires, elementals, as well as werebeast. 

This book was very interesting; it was told from several different points of view. This part was the most annoying for me as you were not given any direction that the point of view was changing. The storyline pulled me in and other than the POV changing I found this book a very good read. It was high action and was a page turner. 

I can not wait for the next book to come out!!! I look forward to continuing the series!!!

Thank you to the author for it was a real pleaser reading this book!

Prince of Dark Ness

Prince of Dark Ness
By: Lizzie Starr

The main Characters in the story are Morghan (who is the current ruler of the Alfar-Sindhu people), Coralie (who is the adoptive daughter of the late king), Pagas (The current high chancellor of the Alfar-Sindhu people, and Adoptive son of the late king), and the last main character is Lucidea (She is an American specialist in forensic facial reconstruction).

The story is about a race of people who can trace their ancestry back to when a Fire Elemental (an Immortal) raped a Mortal three times and she then gave birth to triplets who were the first of the three races. One of air, one of water, and one of Earth. The Alfar-Sindhu people are of the water race. The prince has the American Lucidea come so she can help him to identify the skull. She is not allowed to use any technology and must reconstruct the skull from clay.

Coralie has stood by Morghan’s side since they were children. Coralie is in love with Morghan and always has been. She is like a servant to Morghan and make sure he never wants for anything. Coralie is a half born. With one of her parents being a Alfar-Sindhu and her other parent being a human.

I really enjoyed the story and was left wanting more after I finished the story. The way the prince spoke did aggravate me a bit as he had a very thick Scottish accent. The story did take place in Scotland around Lock Ness. Yes you get to meat Nessie and find out where she hides when the tourist try and find her. The writing is amazing and makes you crave more. The main Characters each have their own issues and it adds to the plot.

The story was well developed and leaves you wanting to know how the story will end. I will say the end is a cliff hanger and it leaves you wanting more.

I want to thank the author for the chance to read her book. I absolutely loved it and cannot wait till the second book comes out!

The Dragon Disciples 
By: C. N. Faust

The story also has a set of three gods. 
Morre – the god of death he is associated with humans
Saldon – the god of light and life, he is associated with elves, orcs, halflings, etc.
Azrael – the god of chaos, associated with vampires.

The main story revolves around: Pharun, Encarz, Shrukian, Olympia, Raul, Brisha, Felix, Varijin, and Graeme.

I had a hard time getting into this novel as there are so many characters and they story pulled you in so many directions. However once all the ground work was laid down the story did start to get interesting and I came to care for the characters as each added something to the story. 

The story became a page turner towards the end and I didn’t want to put it down. 

The story was about a royal family and who will take the throne. The story is very interesting and deep. It does do a lot of explaining but once that happens it moves along smoothly.

Twisted Memories - Unbinding Fate book 4

Twisted Memories
By
Colee Firman 

Some of the main character consist of the Akori: Addy, Tanner, Remy, Preston, Ryker, William, Lem, Mags, Grimm as well as several other Akori. The Humans in this story are a lot fewer the one main human is Parker.
There are Three different worlds: Tremain (the human world) Graystone (where the 7 main families of Akori live as well as the Sheppard’s) and Ravensbog (where the lower born live and where the fight clubs are.) 

The story continues several months after were Chasing Darkness left off. Parker is introduced as the owner of his grandfather’s music shop which he has turned into a half comic half music shop. Parker has become friends with Addy. Parker also knows Tanner, which Addy finds out within the first few chapters. There are also a lot of gawkers at the estate since Addy used her power to dispel a major hurricane at the end of Chasing Darkness. In this story Addy and Ryker have grown closer. Their relationship is nothing more than a close friendship but that doesn’t stop others from getting the wrong idea. You find out that there are 3 forbidden powers. The story takes place in all three of the worlds. Twisted Memories is an amazing 4th installment to the story so far. This installment is just as amazing as the others if not better. The author brings you into the story and you fall in love with the characters. There are a few you love to hate, but an amazing story needs good and bad guys as well as twist and turns. This story delivered and left me wanting more. This story makes you believe that anything can happen. It also has a few shockers thrown in. The ending is very unexpected and I am not sure how the Author will ever top herself. The story is one of the best I have ever read and I love how the author is able to make you feel like you are right there in the thick of things. I would suggest this book to anyone who likes a good story, for this story is amazing!

Legal Affairs Vol.

Legal Affairs Vol. 1
By Sawyer Bennett

Marcy, McKayla, and Matt (Number 134)
The story is told from McKayla’s point of view. McKayla graduated from Columbia Law School, she is a lawyer who is working at a two person law firm that has just been acquired by a large firm. The story is very steamy. It left you wanting more. The sex scenes are great and leave you wanting more! The story is short but it is very detailed. I cannot believe where it left off as it left me wanting more and not being able to wait till the next one is released.
This is an amazing story and it isn’t just about amazing sex scenes it also had a well-developed story. 
I would recommend this story to anyone who wants a break but also enjoys a good story will well developed characters!

Modern Disciples Vol. 2

Modern Disciples Vol. 2:
By: I. S. Anderson

The story is about 6 disciples: Lisa, Jane, Ryan, Angie, Sajaad, and Armand. The story starts in Las Vegas with Jane and Lisa. Jane’s mother and patron Freya has a task for her daughter. She needs Jane and the group to find her tears. Soon Jane and Lisa are joined by the rest of the group. Ryan the leader of the group splits the group up into groups of 2. The story then follows Jane and Ryan’s part of the adventure…. From there you take a trip to Florida with the group once they are back together. 
A foe from the past shows up. You also get more interaction with the Goddess Freya. 

This Story is told from Jane’s POV this time instead of Ryan’s. The fact that it was told from Jane’s POV I think really made this story more enjoyable. This story brings you in and gives you a better understanding of how it feels to be the daughter of a War and Love goddess. This book is a page turn and really draws you in. This book has more adventure and shows you more mythical creatures than the first. I think anyone who likes myths will really enjoy this book. The story is well developed and I really enjoyed it!

The Atomic Circus

The Atomic Circus
By: K. C. Finn

Caecilius Rex & Kendra Nai are the main characters in this novella. Caecilluis Rex is a detective and Kendra Nai is his good friend and Neighbor, she is also ex-military. Cae is a bit of an odd ball that is always wearing black gloves as well as a turtleneck you find out why during the story. The story brought me in and I fell in love with the characters, the good and the bad. The story starts with a murder, and of course you have Cae in the thick of things. This story is very good and I will not say too much as I don’t want to give anything away. 

Anyone who wants to read a good story will enjoy this story!!!