Short Stories I-IV by David M. Brown

I gave this book a shot. I even tried each of the stories in this book of four quick reads. None of them could hold my interest.

I gave this short story collection 2 out of 5 stars **

Hollowland (The Hollows, #1) by Amanda Hocking

I loved this book. Amanda Hocking has a wonderful imagination. This fast paced story about zombies, lions, and tigers kept me reading almost non-stop. I don’t think there was a moment in the book where I ever found I had lost interest in the story.

The fact that this is the first zombie book I have ever read and I just could not stop reading.

I will be definitely investigating the rest of her books in the near future.

I gave this book 5 out of 5 stars.  *****

The Jinx by D. F Lamont

I received this book as a goodreads giveaway.

The overall plot of the story sounded alright and I was hooked by the books synopsis. Then I began reading the book. The hook for me was lost during the first few chapters.

Too much prose and not enough action. I think this will make it hard for children who are not avid readers to finish reading this book.

I set the book down with hopes to go back and finish it and have only found that I have lost total interest in the book.

I give the author 2  out of 5 stars for effort. **

The Book of Deacon by Joseph Lallo

The Book of Deacon is a good book indeed.

I really enjoyed this tale. It is quite long but well worth the read. Joseph Lallo has a really unique way of telling a story. Those who love fantasy will really enjoy this story as well.

I could tell you the details about this story but I refuse to give any spoilers. Instead I will only quote the author by telling you the given synopsis describing the book.

"Product Description

Myranda is a young woman more interested in staying alive than being a hero. Orphaned by a continent-spanning war that has gone on for decades too long and shunned for failing to support it, she has been on the move since she was only a child. One can hardly blame her when she thinks that the chance discovery of a fallen soldier's priceless cargo is the moment that will change her life. No one could predict just how great that change would be. It will lead her through an adventure of rebels and generals, of wizards and warriors, and of beasts both noble and monstrous. Each step of the way will take her closer to the truth of her potential, of the war, and of the fate of her world."

You got to read this book is all I can say from here!

I gave this book 5 out of 5 stars. *****