tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2764326728017097372024-03-25T00:31:35.831+01:00My Crazy Life Full With BooksWelcome! This is a blog with books and reviews. Enjoy!
Welkom! Dit is een blog met boeken en reviews. Veel plezier! Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.comBlogger234125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-82352929607149170702024-02-22T12:53:00.004+01:002024-02-22T12:53:47.701+01:00Slay Bells Ring: The Rise of the Banner Elk Slayers<p>An enjoyable read</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQx9RgKyYi8iuLkW0nbty-jBSDpkBj9WnosYmNIyMeBLaGmIV8KHYbUf03ahlbWjA-74Z5YDagYp8qeotxDWu-NoD7ivb7sBG7qDY4wPmuvzgT9vCUGaWs3c5G6n3ZOfl3TGPSLClXIw4QsdgwLSVbAKJI4prBGxDBKV4zE6_kGneF0RVJ8WVbkOf_tWAx/s330/Slay%20Bells%20book%20cover.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="330" data-original-width="203" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQx9RgKyYi8iuLkW0nbty-jBSDpkBj9WnosYmNIyMeBLaGmIV8KHYbUf03ahlbWjA-74Z5YDagYp8qeotxDWu-NoD7ivb7sBG7qDY4wPmuvzgT9vCUGaWs3c5G6n3ZOfl3TGPSLClXIw4QsdgwLSVbAKJI4prBGxDBKV4zE6_kGneF0RVJ8WVbkOf_tWAx/w246-h400/Slay%20Bells%20book%20cover.JPG" width="246" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><p>Due to work and some travels I read a christmas horror book with delay in <br />February.</p><p>However, I enjoyed it very much. It was written very well with a good sense<br />of humor.</p><p>Did I say the characters were great too?</p><p>Normally I don't like horror themed stories, but this one was a fantastic read.<br />So, without a doubt I give 5 stars for this book. </p><p>Ps. Although it is a Christmas themed book, don't hesitate to read it during<br />other periods of the year!</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>As always I want to thank booktasters for their patience and for providing me<br />a free copy in return of my honest review, which I did.</div><div><br /></div><div>I also want to thank S. David Acuff, the author, as well for sending me the<br />free copy.</div><p><br /></p>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0North Carolina, USA35.7595731 -79.0192996999999917.4493392638211517 -114.17554969999999 64.06980693617885 -43.863049699999991tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-43587609710965064222024-01-18T11:30:00.002+01:002024-01-18T12:05:49.296+01:00Jirvania: Book 2 in the Julu series<p>"What a beautiful book!"</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWfpMwLR6a3Od4GzHCk2uRQXFzW-K5eSXSkkAML50y6EuucteI-KjQzYqzIZspOEGE5u7Aywx-ERXsmnkF2jY6iXb3l-uasXwXNKS24TRD0vtWwyq6MJ-kdvyIy4lWr8S1XXkDyWOwEGN7Ic7hodSyYf73SqS6FrQ-v_RMSOgvmGOk_jQOX2Z8jOXNyN6z/s595/Jirvania.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="595" data-original-width="400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWfpMwLR6a3Od4GzHCk2uRQXFzW-K5eSXSkkAML50y6EuucteI-KjQzYqzIZspOEGE5u7Aywx-ERXsmnkF2jY6iXb3l-uasXwXNKS24TRD0vtWwyq6MJ-kdvyIy4lWr8S1XXkDyWOwEGN7Ic7hodSyYf73SqS6FrQ-v_RMSOgvmGOk_jQOX2Z8jOXNyN6z/w269-h400/Jirvania.JPG" width="269" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><p><br /></p><p>The 2nd book I read this year was a fantasy story with the title Jirvania. This<br />beautiful book was written by Jan Anderegg and published on May 9th. 2021.<br />It contains 506 pages in the Kindle edition. So, it took a while for reading and<br />reviewing, but it was worth every minute I spent for this book.</p><p>While reading I always make some notes. These were the notes I wrote down,<br />while reading Jirvania:</p><p>- The story is full of adventure, romance, and self-discovery, keeping readers <br />hooked from beginning to end.</p><p>- The author's vivid prose brings the fantastical world of Jirvania to life, <br />transporting readers to a realm filled with magic and mystery.</p><p>- The characters are complex, relatable, and well-grounded, making <br />them easy to root for and connect with. I really enjoyed reading about the<br />adventures of Jack and Julu. </p><p>Overall, Jirvania is a well-crafted and entertaining novel that offers a <br />captivating story, immersive world-building, well-developed characters, <br />and a heartwarming message. It is a must-read for fans of fantasy literature <br />and anyone seeking an engaging and uplifting read.</p><p>Without any doubt, I give a five star rating for Jirvania. </p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><p>I really want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing me a<br />free copy and for their patience. It took a while for reading and reviewing this<br />beautiful book, but it really was worth all the time. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Source picture: Book cover </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Brussels, Belgium50.8476424 4.357169622.537408563821153 -30.7990804 79.157876236178851 39.5134196tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-27911494495675736812024-01-02T12:24:00.007+01:002024-01-02T12:24:53.920+01:00Triumph Over Trauma<p>With the start of a brand new year, I want to wish the readers of this blog a very <br />Happy 2024 with lots of reading moments!</p><p>In Belgium, the year starts with ideal reading weather: raining, grey and cold.<br />So, I can't do lots of things in the garden neither visiting royal destinations.</p><p>Instead I'm in the sofa, reading and reviewing some interesting books such as<br />Triumph Over Trauma.</p><p>The book is all about use of psychedelics for treating psychological traumas.<br />First the author Randall S. Hansen gave an overview about the history of these<br />treatements and then there were amazing personal stories.</p><p>Although I don't know much about this subject, I liked the book as well as the<br />stories and I can recommend Triumph Over Trauma to people who are interested<br />in the subject. </p><p>Withouth any doubt, I give a 5 star rating!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7OgB_Gt0gDi4jCjSUwfZiS1AFea5JQoSE4Blpr0j1ef_L_u7GhYKxc6uFjwcJzOAZoviZNGThwtL-AZ8TkkvHnXkTp0uprIkj5kpKs3IZoBuVHRrMNTMWSzxFDlScDsEwonO6YlBh7GkJBddRtZJ0IWxluy25aux0C57rjZHMEMhhO7oYhcv9wdH2pR_1/s611/Triumph%20over%20trauma.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="443" data-original-width="611" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7OgB_Gt0gDi4jCjSUwfZiS1AFea5JQoSE4Blpr0j1ef_L_u7GhYKxc6uFjwcJzOAZoviZNGThwtL-AZ8TkkvHnXkTp0uprIkj5kpKs3IZoBuVHRrMNTMWSzxFDlScDsEwonO6YlBh7GkJBddRtZJ0IWxluy25aux0C57rjZHMEMhhO7oYhcv9wdH2pR_1/w400-h290/Triumph%20over%20trauma.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>As always, I want to thank Booktasters as well as the author Randall S. Hansen<br />for providing me a free copy in return of my honest review, which I did.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Some Musings</h3><div>So this was the first post of 2024, I hope to read and review more this year than<br />last year. </div><p>Wish you a very happy Tuesday and enjoy reading! </p><p><br /></p><p>Source picture: Bookcover</p>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Brussels, Belgium50.8476424 4.357169622.537408563821153 -30.7990804 79.157876236178851 39.5134196tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-74798301151665997442023-12-14T16:41:00.002+01:002023-12-14T16:41:35.813+01:00World Upside Down<p>a good book and well written.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiNVG8W3czhQ03C3lP3ICJ92hQEhqYRDKQdcYUyWi9PvGzohCzyfizlFFDPQZfXm2KXexWrfeHzJzdjYssvnX8mcgotbfWCNGR8g-9jXeOAdTE_qGEQEnGU3AOGxhQIqen2b-8_1_Qke8Ak2Py3L4_Z8ZasFkpLB0_A2SP9cyl2b-Bckodlm-i6azg6ZYh/s314/World%20upside%20down.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="314" data-original-width="207" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiNVG8W3czhQ03C3lP3ICJ92hQEhqYRDKQdcYUyWi9PvGzohCzyfizlFFDPQZfXm2KXexWrfeHzJzdjYssvnX8mcgotbfWCNGR8g-9jXeOAdTE_qGEQEnGU3AOGxhQIqen2b-8_1_Qke8Ak2Py3L4_Z8ZasFkpLB0_A2SP9cyl2b-Bckodlm-i6azg6ZYh/w264-h400/World%20upside%20down.JPG" width="264" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My Review</h3><div>It took a while, before I could start reading the World Upside Down, but<br />as always in the books of Louis McCall, it was a wonderful story, which<br />I couldn't put away. </div><div><br /></div><div>It was a thoughtful and meaningful book so, I recommend <br />'World Upside Down: The Life of Paul, God's Chosen</div><div>Messenger' for readers who enjoy biblical history.</div><div><br /></div><div>Without any doubt I give a 5 star rating.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The book</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>Format: 100 pages, Paperback</div><div>Published: February 15, 2023 by Dorrance Publishing Company</div><div>Language: English</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>As always I want to thank Booktasters and the author for providing me a <br />free copy in return of my honest review, which I did. And again thank you<br />for your patience! </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-43955200367659878792023-12-01T09:39:00.002+01:002023-12-01T09:39:23.268+01:00Our Man in Munich written by A.M Sadarwell written book<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiUz__bj3jzZtfDwNJxNy9LZvP5I9atF5gORH2yj3cyKa5x0iRsOfdIH1RS_NOW6yIH7FPcfFwTjUWOspcRPJ6eLrtRZ9w1eV1FkY4xknNoXf5sI0c6nvF39Lc0eYZsO0JIxAJ9bCScLQroO8ZNHiYAI1t6Tz_5wZA1b_QcNExUi1X84q990YzBI8uFU58/s276/Our%20Man%20in%20Munich%20book%20cover.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="276" data-original-width="207" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiUz__bj3jzZtfDwNJxNy9LZvP5I9atF5gORH2yj3cyKa5x0iRsOfdIH1RS_NOW6yIH7FPcfFwTjUWOspcRPJ6eLrtRZ9w1eV1FkY4xknNoXf5sI0c6nvF39Lc0eYZsO0JIxAJ9bCScLQroO8ZNHiYAI1t6Tz_5wZA1b_QcNExUi1X84q990YzBI8uFU58/w300-h400/Our%20Man%20in%20Munich%20book%20cover.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>While reading Our Man in Munich written by A.M Sadar I noted some points</div><div>of the book:</div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>Strengths</b>:</div><div><br /></div><div>A well-developed and complex protagonist - good characters</div><div>A suspenseful and engrossing plot</div><div>Insightful exploration of the themes of war, trauma, and resilience</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Weaknesses:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>The novel's historical setting may not be familiar to all readers</div><div>The novel's ending may be a bit abrupt for some readers</div><div><br /></div><div>I really enjoyed the historical story and the characters so, I give a </div></div><div>4.5 à 5 star rating. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Book</h3><div><br /></div><div>The Kindle edition of Our Man in Munich was published on <br />15 January 2022. It is available on Amazon.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>As always I want to thank Booktasters and the author A.M Sadar</div><div>as well for receiving a free copy in return for my honest review, <br />which I did. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Munich, Germany48.1351253 11.581980619.824891463821153 -23.5742694 76.445359136178837 46.7382306tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-46531070542954823722023-11-12T10:34:00.001+01:002023-11-12T10:34:19.871+01:00A single Spark written by Tayvia Pierce<p> very good book</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuvy3B_dM8IvWte3uRp475T8CiaJ-BMylPD3YlCuTYBGHv8pQtxVyWIYWZqRLKFX9zzwvdTgISnwf7hhIqxrLe7ek1n5IkiiR50pEHshSRjyp_LrKcI3NekCPvupFRmKnnFkFKAsAyTmReu2Avnq6hkZJ3IxsUD_ZQ8oXfgHopjAIQ2gjpqNdXX5gNF64G/s307/a%20single%20spark.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="307" data-original-width="205" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuvy3B_dM8IvWte3uRp475T8CiaJ-BMylPD3YlCuTYBGHv8pQtxVyWIYWZqRLKFX9zzwvdTgISnwf7hhIqxrLe7ek1n5IkiiR50pEHshSRjyp_LrKcI3NekCPvupFRmKnnFkFKAsAyTmReu2Avnq6hkZJ3IxsUD_ZQ8oXfgHopjAIQ2gjpqNdXX5gNF64G/w267-h400/a%20single%20spark.JPG" width="267" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div><div><br /></div><div>A Single Spark by Tayvia Pierce is a well-written and engaging fantasy <br />novel that follows the story of Lady Carys, an overlooked and gossiped-about <br />member of an aristocratic family. When her family is forced to flee their land <br />after rumors of murder and corruption plague them, Carys finds herself at the <br />center of a storm that is even bigger than what they've been through before.</div><div><br /></div><div>Pierce does a masterful job of world-building, creating a fantasy world that <br />feels both familiar and unique. The characters are complex and believable, and <br />the plot is full of twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end.</div><div><br /></div><div>One of the things I loved most about A Single Spark is the way Pierce <br />explores the themes of family, loyalty, and forgiveness. Carys is a complex and <br />relatable protagonist, and her journey to self-discovery is one that many readers <br />will be able to connect with.</div><div><br /></div><div>Overall, A Single Spark is an excellent start to what promises to be an <br />exciting and engaging fantasy series. I highly recommend it to fans of epic <br />fantasy, family drama, and suspenseful fiction.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Without any doubts, I give a 5 star rating and I hope to read more books from <br />this wonderful author.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Book</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>Series Rise Of The Phoenix (#1)</div><div>468 pages, Paperback</div><div>Published: July 1, 2023 by BookBaby</div><div>ISBN: 9798350901061</div><div>Language: English</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>As always, I really want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing<br />me a free copy in return of my honest review, which I did. </div><div><br /></div><div>To end I wish you all a very happy Sunday and a good start of the brand new week!</div><div><br /></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-10020572751845860312023-10-26T10:20:00.002+02:002023-10-26T10:21:27.075+02:00A crack in the world<p> a truly unique and unforgettable read</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><div>Mordechai does a masterful job of blending together elements of cosmic horror, <br />detective fiction, and occultism to create a truly unique and suspenseful read. <br />The story is full of twists and turns, and the characters are well-developed <br />and relatable.</div><div><br /></div><div>One of the things that I enjoyed most about A Crack in the World is the way <br />that Mordechai weaves real-world history and events into the story.<br />This adds an extra layer of authenticity and realism to the story.</div><div><br /></div><div>Another thing that I appreciated is the way that Mordechai handles the <br />occult elements of the story. He does not shy away from the darker <br />aspects of occultism, but he also does not glorify it. Instead, he presents <br />it as a complex and dangerous force that should be treated with respect.</div><div><br /></div><div>Overall, A Crack in the World is a well-written and suspenseful novel that <br />is sure to appeal to fans of cosmic horror, detective fiction, and occultism. <br />I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a truly unique <br />and unforgettable read.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Of course I give a 5 star rating for this unique book! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD5pQ1p1bjUVKuAswIiiWuU-jBmSxAJs-ujqnl-Xu1ywA-WkxFwLFySXD-MyUtrJL7QFobDRwwrE1LE1n-1WGmvk4i09zIr4K7b3OjUt6wRGCVEdR-iBVQ7p1DCbJw3VM0AVRWvxK6FojzgtMftnS9OPTaBtM9VUg1PapZSDjVdrlMRO-xAepoMIy-LvIW/s325/A%20Crack%20in%20the%20World.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="325" data-original-width="207" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD5pQ1p1bjUVKuAswIiiWuU-jBmSxAJs-ujqnl-Xu1ywA-WkxFwLFySXD-MyUtrJL7QFobDRwwrE1LE1n-1WGmvk4i09zIr4K7b3OjUt6wRGCVEdR-iBVQ7p1DCbJw3VM0AVRWvxK6FojzgtMftnS9OPTaBtM9VUg1PapZSDjVdrlMRO-xAepoMIy-LvIW/w255-h400/A%20Crack%20in%20the%20World.JPG" width="255" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The author</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>James Mordechai writes New Weird books and enjoys the placid seas <br />of anonymity. There is no biography other than his books.</div><div><br /></div><div>Although not quite known in this world, James Mordechai's work has <br />been extensively read, studied and acclaimed in other realities. </div></div><div><br /></div><div>More about James Mordechai on this <a href="https://linktr.ee/jamesmordechai" target="_blank">link</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The book</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>Format: 281 pages, Kindle Edition</div><div>Published : March 1, 2023 by Amazon KDP</div><div>Language: English</div></div><div>Available: on Amazon</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>As always I want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for </div><div>providing me a free copy in return for my honest review, which I <br />did. But I also want to thank Booktasters and the author for their<br />patience, because due the summer season and the busy months of<br />September/October it took a while that I had time to read and <br />review this book very well! So, thank you! </div><div><br /></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Sint-Niklaas, Belgium51.1653295 4.138650122.855095663821153 -31.0175999 79.475563336178851 39.2949001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-81623438870732160622023-10-14T10:24:00.001+02:002023-10-14T10:24:36.936+02:00Mystery in the Metaverse<p> a suspenseful novel</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZrIZwjFKvPVdCNf6RTlLFWzB7XmfHC-7ApfNTeLcnzhU6Fps6tvMXimh_rUyP54KbkTKFOT_2Iy0n-CSJmMjyGKwtlaWLlsmqT0V3Wytmdkk-noDEQ330NGInG_YGnjkrrcy92a1_tM-TkNFDDM3NZJf5vJyQ5QoUgonFe6oUODZxEWzccIGDR_2UKyZm/s332/Mystery%20in%20the%20Metaverse.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="332" data-original-width="207" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZrIZwjFKvPVdCNf6RTlLFWzB7XmfHC-7ApfNTeLcnzhU6Fps6tvMXimh_rUyP54KbkTKFOT_2Iy0n-CSJmMjyGKwtlaWLlsmqT0V3Wytmdkk-noDEQ330NGInG_YGnjkrrcy92a1_tM-TkNFDDM3NZJf5vJyQ5QoUgonFe6oUODZxEWzccIGDR_2UKyZm/w250-h400/Mystery%20in%20the%20Metaverse.JPG" width="250" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>Mystery at the Metaverse is a gripping thriller novel by Nick Airus <br />that explores the dark side of the metaverse, a virtual world where <br />anything is possible. </div><div><br /></div><div>Airus does a masterful job of creating a believable and immersive <br />metaverse world. The novel is full of vivid descriptions of the metaverse's <br />landscapes, characters, and technologies. Airus also explores the ethical <br />and social implications of the metaverse in a thoughtful way.</div><div><br /></div><div>The mystery itself is well-crafted and suspenseful. Airus keeps the reader <br />guessing until the very end. The characters are also well-developed and relatable. </div><div><br /></div><div>Overall, Mystery at the Metaverse is a highly recommended read for fans of <br />thrillers, science fiction, and the metaverse. It's a fast-paced and suspenseful <br />novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some of the things I liked about the novel:</div><div><br /></div><div>* The metaverse world is well-created and believable.</div><div>* The mystery is well-crafted and suspenseful.</div><div>* The characters are well-developed and relatable.</div><div>* The novel explores the ethical and social implications of the <br />metaverse in a thoughtful way.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I would recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys thrillers, science <br />fiction, or the metaverse. Therefore I give without any doubts a 5 star rating.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The author</h3><div>To know more about Nick Airus, check his website on next <a href="https://nickairus.com/" target="_blank">link</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The book</h3><div><br /></div><div>Mystery in the metaverse is available from August 11th. 2023. </div><div>It contains 311 pages and is for the ages 16-18 year.</div><div>The book is available on Amazon.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I want to thank Booktasters for providing me a free copy in return<br />for my honest review, which, of course, I did. Thank you so much! </div><div><br /></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Sint-Niklaas, Belgium51.1653295 4.138650122.855095663821153 -31.0175999 79.475563336178851 39.2949001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-29050401137876385232023-10-12T10:08:00.000+02:002023-10-12T10:08:06.984+02:00Where is Lamby? <p> A colorful book for children</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxXaZaDur5-IO1ibImwnLfx5wBf2DuFBPL0YDUOLeXR3gZX4_VMkh3hEU7wOiZHVurDV3iiXZ50TDLQxbnLtcsTYh-nwUJhMxwCfqqhb3db8cpsvfzqC1ULn7CTyAhK593O82TlIyPeKQnXzpnOTR_4DfTWb2xplVJ7cGZJ-hvcyVM1zICzoGVvmarH7kd/s213/Where%20is%20lamby.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="213" data-original-width="210" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxXaZaDur5-IO1ibImwnLfx5wBf2DuFBPL0YDUOLeXR3gZX4_VMkh3hEU7wOiZHVurDV3iiXZ50TDLQxbnLtcsTYh-nwUJhMxwCfqqhb3db8cpsvfzqC1ULn7CTyAhK593O82TlIyPeKQnXzpnOTR_4DfTWb2xplVJ7cGZJ-hvcyVM1zICzoGVvmarH7kd/w315-h320/Where%20is%20lamby.JPG" width="315" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>Where is Lamby? is a charming and interactive rhyming picture book that <br />follows a young girl named Bea and her teddy bear for a week. </div><div><br /></div><div>The book is written in simple, yet engaging verse, and the illustrations <br />are bright and colorful. </div><div><br /></div><div>Where is Lamby? is a wonderful book for young children of all ages. <br />It teaches important lessons about friendship, helping others, and <br />never giving up. It is also a great book for introducing children <br />to the concept of rhyme.</div><div><br /></div><div>Overall, I highly recommend Where is Lamby? to parents and caregivers <br />looking for a fun and engaging book to read with their children.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Of course I give a 5 star rating to this wonderful book for children.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Author</h3><div><br /></div><div>Where is Lamby is written by Genna Rowbotham and published in May<br />2022.</div><div><br /></div><div>👉Want to know more about her, check this <a href="https://www.gennarowbotham.co.uk/" target="_blank">link</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>As always, I want to thank booktasters and the author as well for providing<br />me a free copy in return of my honest review, which I did. </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Derbyshire, UK53.1046782 -1.562388524.794444363821157 -36.7186385 81.414912036178848 33.5938615tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-53326537548030566192023-09-25T11:26:00.001+02:002023-09-25T11:26:55.578+02:00Saint Bloodbath<p> A page turner</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>Saint Bloodbath by Frederick Douglass Reynolds is a true crime book,<br />which kept my attention from the beginning till the end. I wanted to <br />know how things would turn out.</div><div><br /></div><div>Reynolds's writing is vivid and suspenseful, and he does a masterful job <br />of recreating the crime scenes and the investigation that followed.</div><div><br /></div><div>I highly recommend Saint Bloodbath to anyone interested in true crime, <br />social justice, or the human condition. It is a well-written and thought-provoking <br />book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.</div><div><br /></div><div>Without any doubt I give a 5 star for this book. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9UkkcUCGyI-McyNsGWHcYL2Mkba1HiOC101p2EvFGTvM6iP_53DeBYtV7wIrtyhPH7NF7bLOms680Jn7o4HslFbdc9FZ_z0pNzociAU-l6vBJDzF_h_ZBUEk2BS6htPEnrWc0XnMt8cwAsZITjI7J4SXgy4GGt7Ry4jAdKipqUzUOYAvMC0Uv_z70h0v1/s459/Saint%20Bloodbath.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="459" data-original-width="353" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9UkkcUCGyI-McyNsGWHcYL2Mkba1HiOC101p2EvFGTvM6iP_53DeBYtV7wIrtyhPH7NF7bLOms680Jn7o4HslFbdc9FZ_z0pNzociAU-l6vBJDzF_h_ZBUEk2BS6htPEnrWc0XnMt8cwAsZITjI7J4SXgy4GGt7Ry4jAdKipqUzUOYAvMC0Uv_z70h0v1/w308-h400/Saint%20Bloodbath.JPG" width="308" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The book</h3><div><br /></div><div>Saint Bloodbath was published on May 4th. 2023. It has 375 pages.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The author</h3><div><br /></div><div>👉 To know more about the author Frederick Douglass Reynolds check<br />his page on this <a href="https://frederickdreynolds.com/?fbclid=IwAR1hbKsVYoMlo1-CCIS2hyv_Vo1Gt18p6myEObLukMlDi5_mPZogN5d-n58" target="_blank">link</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>📚✎ I want to thank Booktasters for providing me a free copy in return<br />of my honest review, which I did. Thank you! </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Californië, Verenigde Staten36.778261 -119.41793248.4680271638211551 -154.57418239999998 65.088494836178853 -84.2616824tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-46470636655525301252023-09-17T10:32:00.000+02:002023-09-17T10:32:39.249+02:00My Queen, My love: A Novel of Henrietta Maria<p>Captivating novel</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjddalBP3sR87u2u2S_GFNsWHI-xQ9g_tqb5yzni84dMaF22dPj_A6Cl8-H0rhdsIK1lwwAEa6WDpbVOOYmSKg2XdKrrw4YwJyEQCCO-uLw-FycJbAYmeArOLQoMT-89L9mE4OSLDRvlK0e83sX-C2KJMhAKwpeHi_tti0qHJxi_KAotSyZwPvYIkmWNeMZ/s305/My%20Queen%20my%20love.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="305" data-original-width="206" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjddalBP3sR87u2u2S_GFNsWHI-xQ9g_tqb5yzni84dMaF22dPj_A6Cl8-H0rhdsIK1lwwAEa6WDpbVOOYmSKg2XdKrrw4YwJyEQCCO-uLw-FycJbAYmeArOLQoMT-89L9mE4OSLDRvlK0e83sX-C2KJMhAKwpeHi_tti0qHJxi_KAotSyZwPvYIkmWNeMZ/w270-h400/My%20Queen%20my%20love.JPG" width="270" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>Due to my interest for royal history, I was very keen to read "My Queen, <br />My Love: A Novel of Henrietta Maria" written by Elena Maria Vidal. </div><div><br /></div><div>The book didn't let me down, it captivated me from the beginning <br />to the end, although I knew how the story continued...</div><div><br /></div><div>The author wrote this book very well and she painted a perfect picture <br />from the 17th. century. It was very nice to read.</div><div><br /></div><div>So without no doubt, I recommend this book to all royal history lovers.<br />I hope to read more books written by Elena Maria Vidal.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm very pleased to give a 5 star rating for this captivating novel.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div>As always, I want to thank Booktasters for receiving a free copy in return<br />for my honest review, which I did. </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Parijs, Frankrijk48.856614 2.352221920.546380163821155 -32.8040281 77.166847836178846 37.5084719tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-59198035176094349752023-08-28T09:41:00.000+02:002023-08-28T09:41:56.214+02:00Maelstrom of Darkness<p> A great thriller</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKA4gm7qF74Eyvif3L4H4t_v2q72-nWov080FYyT6oUfX99qvcoedsSH5oClkrzRdbzCtr2e5k0PQITBG4rF6kYhpDvy43iwpmv7i51bb0lF-wQ3d0DGbLLhOHrl7W3VeXPmlO1_9XId9xdWw7WWuI51JUIQ_zvJB_RQ663dZ4zMUy8aNzvdS0ZcI6hGsS/s472/Maelstrom%20of%20Darkness.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="472" data-original-width="314" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKA4gm7qF74Eyvif3L4H4t_v2q72-nWov080FYyT6oUfX99qvcoedsSH5oClkrzRdbzCtr2e5k0PQITBG4rF6kYhpDvy43iwpmv7i51bb0lF-wQ3d0DGbLLhOHrl7W3VeXPmlO1_9XId9xdWw7WWuI51JUIQ_zvJB_RQ663dZ4zMUy8aNzvdS0ZcI6hGsS/w266-h400/Maelstrom%20of%20Darkness.JPG" width="266" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>Maelstrom of Darkness is the second book in the Alex Schofield series, <br />and it picks up right where the first book left off. </div><div><br /></div><div><div>Maelstrom of Darkness is a fast-paced, suspenseful thriller that will <br />keep you on the edge of your seat. The plot is well-crafted and the <br />characters are well-developed. The book also explores some interesting <br />ethical questions about the potential dangers of biological research.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you are a fan of thrillers or science fiction, then you will definitely <br />enjoy Maelstrom of Darkness. It is a well-written and thought-provoking <br />novel that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some of the things that I liked about the book:</div><div><br /></div><div>* The plot is fast-paced and suspenseful.</div><div>* The characters are well-developed and believable.</div><div><br /></div><div>Overall, I enjoyed Maelstrom of Darkness and I would recommend <br />it to fans of thrillers or science fiction. Without any doubt I give a<br />5* rating of Maelstrom of Darkness.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Author</h3><div><br /></div><div>In 2022 I made an Author in the picture blogpost about D.W. Whitlock.</div><div>You can read it on this <a href="https://mycrazylifefullwithbooks.blogspot.com/2022/05/author-in-picture-dw-whitlock.html" target="_blank">link</a>. </div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Cult of Darkness</h3><div>👉 Check also my review about the first book of the series:</div><div>Cult of Darkness on this <a href="https://mycrazylifefullwithbooks.blogspot.com/2022/05/cult-of-darkness.html" target="_blank">link</a></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-41090445752324411022023-08-14T13:45:00.000+02:002023-08-14T13:45:24.096+02:00Benghazi<p> "Fantastic historical novel"</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVki2yoc5hGYRBooqyt_r6e4034BVHx8s3IRVcTIgYmTKRpYDDfEF22yteketD7p-W_TrorHQJR7Xtrf5psQUT0ulvLlFcWmfAp9BNhtHlvsMs4kNP8zw_5L29dE5qzuTNbCy3JQHJFIuuYyN4NCRSR96gFkcwVm8U5aiNPW40amPqECivNXCjTfkKyhdM/s310/Benghazi.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="310" data-original-width="206" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVki2yoc5hGYRBooqyt_r6e4034BVHx8s3IRVcTIgYmTKRpYDDfEF22yteketD7p-W_TrorHQJR7Xtrf5psQUT0ulvLlFcWmfAp9BNhtHlvsMs4kNP8zw_5L29dE5qzuTNbCy3JQHJFIuuYyN4NCRSR96gFkcwVm8U5aiNPW40amPqECivNXCjTfkKyhdM/w266-h400/Benghazi.JPG" width="266" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>Benghazi written by Salah El Moncef is a fantastic historical novel and <br />wonderful to read. </div><div><br /></div><div>The book is beautifully written and evocatively captures the sights, sounds, <br />and smells of Benghazi during this time. El Moncef does an excellent job <br />of bringing the characters to life, and the main character Mariam Khaldoon <br />is a particularly memorable and sympathetic protagonist.</div><div><br /></div><div>A few thoughts on this book:</div><div><br /></div><div>* The characters are well-developed and believable</div><div>* The book offers a unique perspective </div><div>* Benghazi is a powerful and moving novel that will stay with you <br />long after you finish reading it.</div><div><br /></div><div>Therefore, I recommend the book highly for everyone who is interested in<br />history and who wants to read a fantastic novel!</div><div><br /></div><div>Without any doubts I give a 5 star rating!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The book</h3><div><br /></div><div>Benghazi is a wonderful novel written by Salah El Moncef and published<br />On October 16th. 2022.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>Of course I want to thank booktasters and the author for providing me a free<br />copy in return of my honest review, which of course, I did. Thank you! </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Italië41.87194 12.5673813.561706163821157 -22.58887 70.182173836178848 47.72363tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-45242584370351480572023-07-25T10:12:00.000+02:002023-07-25T10:12:18.654+02:00ECOrenaissance<h2 style="text-align: left;">ECOrenaissance: A Lifestyle Guide for <br />Cocreating a Stylish,<br /> Sexy, and Sustainable World</h2><p>A very inspiring book</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBrODwychWrpiqkvRU0OrZNJfzVZzZxLwca21UQG7q80d0Vt57jO1fPdZ2jpBpBvVitFn4NFdTYIisMC1SfIwM1WEumWKwJOR68yWjpOGtrhSeKivr423lH9zGIMLuDY3p_w8It17jUPsKQohq61sUOUz0H5mger_OREa3G3WGywQb_PpvvU5-XoppVFI/s259/eccorenaissance.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="259" data-original-width="208" height="259" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBrODwychWrpiqkvRU0OrZNJfzVZzZxLwca21UQG7q80d0Vt57jO1fPdZ2jpBpBvVitFn4NFdTYIisMC1SfIwM1WEumWKwJOR68yWjpOGtrhSeKivr423lH9zGIMLuDY3p_w8It17jUPsKQohq61sUOUz0H5mger_OREa3G3WGywQb_PpvvU5-XoppVFI/s1600/eccorenaissance.JPG" width="208" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>ECOrenaissance is a lifestyle guide that explores the intersection of <br />sustainability and style. Zaroff argues that it is possible to live a more <br />sustainable life without sacrificing our sense of style or luxury. <br />She provides a wealth of information on eco-friendly products <br />and services, as well as tips on how to make sustainable choices <br />in every area of our lives.</p><p>ECOrenaissance is a well-written and informative book that provides <br />a comprehensive overview of sustainable living. Zaroff's writing is clear <br />and engaging, and she does a great job of weaving together personal <br />stories, expert insights, and practical advice. The book is also <br />beautifully designed, with stunning photographs and illustrations throughout.</p><p>Overall, ECOrenaissance is an excellent resource for anyone who is <br />interested in learning more about sustainable living. It is a well-written, <br />informative, and inspiring book that will help you make positive changes <br />in your own life.</p><p>However,some of the things she writes about my not be available <br />in all areas.</p><p>Overall, ECOrenaissance is a great book for anyone who is interested in <br />learning more about sustainable living. It is well-written, informative, <br />and inspiring, and it will help you make positive changes in your own life.</p><p>That's why I give a 4 star rating for this book. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div>I want to thank Booktasters and the author, Marci Zaroff as well for <br />providing me a free copy in return of my honest review, which I did. </div><div><br /></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com2Brussel, België50.8476424 4.357169622.537408563821153 -30.7990804 79.157876236178851 39.5134196tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-23203216471422098972023-07-06T13:34:00.006+02:002023-07-06T13:34:47.334+02:00A Thing With Feathers<p> A great debut novel</p><p><br /></p><p>Written by J.John Nordstrom</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt7kmTET770Ev5Nd0uDeRkhja0FpKrEjVjnRBG1JU4eHPC0BJaKpV3niqtxMm83nsm0fWdeHMwoi9GTEiq5YM6NW-NWhsVtgJYYhpkUwhF5mHSGWMhqklxyt6Y3F8aWP2uik4PwOWM4AP1tWM1aWOFvgITr9kwKqsr8WlOxhIKuofc0PiEzm5OBRuowsU2/s316/A%20thing%20with%20feathers.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="316" data-original-width="208" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt7kmTET770Ev5Nd0uDeRkhja0FpKrEjVjnRBG1JU4eHPC0BJaKpV3niqtxMm83nsm0fWdeHMwoi9GTEiq5YM6NW-NWhsVtgJYYhpkUwhF5mHSGWMhqklxyt6Y3F8aWP2uik4PwOWM4AP1tWM1aWOFvgITr9kwKqsr8WlOxhIKuofc0PiEzm5OBRuowsU2/w263-h400/A%20thing%20with%20feathers.JPG" width="263" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>A Thing With Feathers is a fantastic story, very well written with lots<br />of humour, suspense, drama, fear and passion.</div><div><br /></div><div>The characters are developed well and I enjoyed the interaction<br />between the characters. </div><div><br /></div><div>I also liked the writing style as well as the story on itself.</div><div><br /></div><div>To conclude: A Thing With Feathers is a must read and I hope there<br />will be a sequel soon.</div><div><br /></div><div>Without no doubts, I give a 5 star rating!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The author</h3><div>To know more about the author, check his page on this <a href="https://thewritingcollectivetwc.wordpress.com/a-thing-with-feathers/" target="_blank">link</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I really want to thank Booktasters, for providing me a free copy in return<br />of my honest review, which I did. </div><div><br /></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com1Washington D.C., District of Columbia, Verenigde Staten38.9071923 -77.036870710.596958463821153 -112.1931207 67.217426136178844 -41.880620699999994tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-83584548105596770132023-06-22T16:06:00.002+02:002023-06-22T16:06:43.214+02:00 Tangle of Choices: An Intriguing Continuation of the Neglected Merge Trilogy<p>Author: Eve Koguce</p><p><br /></p><p>Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD3Y4LtM0XIBCvcMAhepvQaEl_jfOIOSKe7w7o1RWqIMaRqJD1L-1bN7z4dMpdpERFp564e0-TISgb5V99gOV0L0BbOIsuQHoqvEboiRABFfamtn9s8U1WG_W_9O5Ai-lztosBATW1uBhfSilTI1Db7vQdVLGUotNCCJco48FHXmthHjF96AohepAudnZc/s346/Tangle%20of%20Choices.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="346" data-original-width="217" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD3Y4LtM0XIBCvcMAhepvQaEl_jfOIOSKe7w7o1RWqIMaRqJD1L-1bN7z4dMpdpERFp564e0-TISgb5V99gOV0L0BbOIsuQHoqvEboiRABFfamtn9s8U1WG_W_9O5Ai-lztosBATW1uBhfSilTI1Db7vQdVLGUotNCCJco48FHXmthHjF96AohepAudnZc/s320/Tangle%20of%20Choices.JPG" width="201" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>A wonderful fantasy story! </p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Amazing world</u></b></p><p>One of the most notable aspects of Tangle of Choices is Koguce's<br />exceptional world-building. With vivid descriptions and meticulous<br />attention to detail, the author paints a vibrant tapestry of fantastical<br />realms, each with its own unique attributes and complexities.I<br />enjoyed being in those other world very much! </p><p><b><u>The characters</u></b></p><p>The author explores the intricate dynamics between characters,<br />delving into their relationships and internal struggles. This <br />attention to character development adds a layer of realism and<br />relatability, making the reader invested in their fates.</p><p><b><u>Intrigue</u></b></p><p>The plot of Tangle of Choices is a masterful blend of adventure, <br />suspense, and political intrigue.</p><p><b><u>Writing style</u></b></p><p>Koguce's writing style is elegant and immersive, capturing the <br />essence of the magical elements within the story. </p><p><b><u>Conclusion</u></b></p><p>To conclude, Tangle of Choices is a satisfying continuation of the <br />Neglected Merge trilogy, offering a seamless blend of fantasy, <br />adventure, and emotional depth. It's a must read for everyone who<br />likes fantasy. </p><p>Without any doubt I want to give a 5* rating.</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div>I want to thank Booktasters and the author, Eve Koguce for providing<br />me a free copy in return of my honest review wich I did. Thank you! </div><div><br /></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Australië-25.274398 133.775136-53.584631836178843 98.618886 3.035835836178844 168.931386tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-42829070416492461852023-05-29T13:31:00.005+02:002023-05-29T13:31:53.240+02:00Pirate Cove: An Insider's Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal<p> "Intriguing story"</p><p><br /></p><p><i>Although it is a busy period as the touristic summer season has started, I<br />menaged to read and review a splendid book: Pirate Cove: An Insider's <br />Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal.</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOi3H7Uivwhg7vuF-8rqtm2pg9DlZZRxowk4uPYIxP7In_dLyfxu30aY4MoQCnzvTGPq1x7R9c0Xgn1lj1T5NvX_MVCuhQUKtz-XphZUBIziUO6ucTmPmbMY4v_feJK0443qTAmnxyMfw9wpAFVCorEOyl9RHtcbHoq1KR-z2Ci_2diOmrsBSruf2zSA/s313/Pirate%20cove.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="204" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOi3H7Uivwhg7vuF-8rqtm2pg9DlZZRxowk4uPYIxP7In_dLyfxu30aY4MoQCnzvTGPq1x7R9c0Xgn1lj1T5NvX_MVCuhQUKtz-XphZUBIziUO6ucTmPmbMY4v_feJK0443qTAmnxyMfw9wpAFVCorEOyl9RHtcbHoq1KR-z2Ci_2diOmrsBSruf2zSA/w261-h400/Pirate%20cove.JPG" width="261" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i><p></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>'Pirate Cove: An Insider's Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal'<br />read very quickly. I enjoyed the story. I was a bit shocked what the main<br />character had to do. It intrigued me. Of course I wanted to know the end. </div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway this book really is worth to take a look. Without any doubt I give<br />a 5 star rating!</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Book</h3><div>Pirate Cove: An Insider's Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal<br />was written by Richard D. Bailey. It contains 252 pages. The expected<br />publication date is 7 November 2023. </div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I really want to thank Booktasters for providing me this intriguing read in <br />return of my honest review, which I did. </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0New York City, New York, Verenigde Staten40.7127753 -74.005972812.402541463821152 -109.1622228 69.023009136178842 -38.849722799999995tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-64098582576115864082023-04-24T12:33:00.001+02:002023-04-24T12:33:17.341+02:00Neglected Merge<p> An entertaining book</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>While reading and reviewing a book I always make notes, but this time I<br />forgot to write things down, because Neglected Merge took me in a world<br />I never could imagine before.</div><div><br /></div><div>It is very entertaining, it has great characters and a fantastic plot. That's<br />why I recommend Neglected Merge to all who like to read wonderful<br />fantasy books.</div><div><br /></div><div>Without any doubts I give a five star rating for this entertaining book!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVj_KsmxFNkVs8ILnhOVgCgN_dDsj-zcrNPPwqTlPEbaGPhoO1QrQO7WDbkiXKvLBHKHBRFn7gRPZKtlwX4clOE77X4aHp_ddFUBXNKlXxPscA4lXtMcFs7eYBzGi8siOOfJarwVpfWdBf54TX_dRcLPL3ROJroadL_yogXKwAHq6-6bl2Ez6Og5ERog/s333/Neglected%20Merge.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="203" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVj_KsmxFNkVs8ILnhOVgCgN_dDsj-zcrNPPwqTlPEbaGPhoO1QrQO7WDbkiXKvLBHKHBRFn7gRPZKtlwX4clOE77X4aHp_ddFUBXNKlXxPscA4lXtMcFs7eYBzGi8siOOfJarwVpfWdBf54TX_dRcLPL3ROJroadL_yogXKwAHq6-6bl2Ez6Og5ERog/w244-h400/Neglected%20Merge.JPG" width="244" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The author</h3><div><br /></div><div>Neglected Merge is written by Eve Koguce. You can read more about the<br />writer on her lovely website on this <a href="https://evekoguce.com/" target="_blank">link</a>. </div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br />Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I received a free copy of Neglected Merge via Booktasters and the author</div><div>as well, in return of my honest review, which I did. </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Belsele, 9111 Sint-Niklaas, België51.1428369 4.086182822.832603063821153 -31.0700672 79.453070736178844 39.2424328tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-35942210157013042382023-04-17T10:38:00.002+02:002023-04-17T10:38:36.890+02:00WOAD<p> A beautiful novel</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>What a beautiful novel! I really enjoyed reading WOAD because it was more<br />a fairy tale than a fantasy novel. I also liked the detailed way of the story. <br />The writing style was very fluent and pleasant for reading. It contained parts<br />of mythology which I absolutely adore. Therefore I give a recommendation<br />and a 5 star rating!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEo32g6ulqwVRSosguqeLVqtBv5fspy7ONGIZTnha_L9cDFGt6xZq5a29iJtz93Q_yk4PDmMxfFKCeJ6Rnd7ajU3weDFBArPv3eqgp2ON_2EcMpxlv6z5_16bfQeIw6_KqiLA-zrwsPTncEeOYfGnyvLuRX_AnXvuf04w7V_8wRDW2MDF1Iq5SSkM9TQ/s308/WOAD.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="308" data-original-width="204" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEo32g6ulqwVRSosguqeLVqtBv5fspy7ONGIZTnha_L9cDFGt6xZq5a29iJtz93Q_yk4PDmMxfFKCeJ6Rnd7ajU3weDFBArPv3eqgp2ON_2EcMpxlv6z5_16bfQeIw6_KqiLA-zrwsPTncEeOYfGnyvLuRX_AnXvuf04w7V_8wRDW2MDF1Iq5SSkM9TQ/s1600/WOAD.JPG" width="204" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The book</h3><div><div>Publisher : Montag Press (12 November 2022)</div><div>Language : English</div><div>Paperback : 254 pages</div><div>ISBN-10 : 1957010207</div><div>ISBN-13 : 978-1957010205</div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The author</h3><div><br /></div><div>WOAD is beautifully written by James Isaac.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing me a free<br />copy in return of my honest review, which I did. </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Londen, Verenigd Koninkrijk51.5072178 -0.127586223.196983963821154 -35.2838362 79.817451636178845 35.0286638tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-62413635716428209412023-04-06T11:02:00.004+02:002023-04-06T11:06:09.392+02:00Is What I'm Thinking True?<p> A Fantastic book</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My Review</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>I always enjoy fantastic children's book with a great lesson. <br />This book has it all and the more the layout was extremely <br />beautiful and colourful.</div><div><br /></div><div>I recommend this book to parents and teachers, because <br />it's a good guide.</div><div><br /></div><div>Without any doubt I give five stars for this fantastic book!</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVUu-IoUst29igpa1iRszTBX0PkBqxfFiQio4wtYWc2WffUad_Gy1i5j-1-zvgJCcQUK-txbKl4IUejIwIiJoxhYyyNZYbdcXgj2EkXdUAP9KVbqh5AgzfQGWWraZ-8gST5vBcPqJdPOM5CimOg0G5FpZIedhOeDq_uxwh54-tAtLGIG1N_-Ez_q4kdg/s208/Is%20what%20I'm%20thinking%20true.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="208" data-original-width="206" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVUu-IoUst29igpa1iRszTBX0PkBqxfFiQio4wtYWc2WffUad_Gy1i5j-1-zvgJCcQUK-txbKl4IUejIwIiJoxhYyyNZYbdcXgj2EkXdUAP9KVbqh5AgzfQGWWraZ-8gST5vBcPqJdPOM5CimOg0G5FpZIedhOeDq_uxwh54-tAtLGIG1N_-Ez_q4kdg/w396-h400/Is%20what%20I'm%20thinking%20true.JPG" width="396" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The author</h3><div><br /></div><div>Is What I'm Thinking True was written by Lynn McLaughlin.<br />She has a lovely website on this <a href="https://lynnmclaughlin.com/" target="_blank">link</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Book</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>Author : Lynn McLaughlin Co. (7 November 2022)<br />Engels</div><div>Paperback : 36 pages</div><div>ISBN-10 : 1775001784</div><div>ISBN-13 : 978-1775001782</div><div>Age : 4 - 10 </div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I want to thank Booktasters and the author Lynn McLaughlin as<br />well for providing me a copy in return of my honest review, which<br />I did. Thank you very much! </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Brussel, België50.8476424 4.357169622.537408563821153 -30.7990804 79.157876236178851 39.5134196tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-36099215385516361832023-04-03T12:20:00.004+02:002023-04-03T15:56:21.513+02:00The Twin: Who Are They? And Who Are We?<p> A book that makes you think!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjrznB1IK7Bm5EoVgkHYbuocqUMCWgUH9xADE33hrohxi1QnHW49nwmyVF4tJz3_VyHEoHEtq6S-oigArCboZ9NSSlcZEa5hwcvMPqpuoB5iiUmXhPIdiZhGzwr69tFkQOpxU4jVWCVe-1kLqRqD6YQ0V2TDP7PjzCGwvRzwd1F5fgaULroQCJTjKrrQ/s270/The%20Twin.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="270" data-original-width="181" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjrznB1IK7Bm5EoVgkHYbuocqUMCWgUH9xADE33hrohxi1QnHW49nwmyVF4tJz3_VyHEoHEtq6S-oigArCboZ9NSSlcZEa5hwcvMPqpuoB5iiUmXhPIdiZhGzwr69tFkQOpxU4jVWCVe-1kLqRqD6YQ0V2TDP7PjzCGwvRzwd1F5fgaULroQCJTjKrrQ/w268-h400/The%20Twin.JPG" width="268" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>This certainly is a book that makes you think! Are the things the way they<br />really are? </div><div><br /></div><div>I liked the layout very much and the story as well, although I missed the<br />depth of the characters. Perhaps they could be more explained?</div><div><br /></div><div>However I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to read <br />a good science fiction story.</div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway I give a 4 star rating for " The Twin: Who Are They? <br />And Who Are We?"</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The book</h3><div><div>Format: 124 pages, Paperback</div><div>Published: September 14, 2020 by Minds Unfettered</div><div>ISBN: 9781735277905 (ISBN10: 1735277908)</div><div>Language: English</div></div><div>Author: Karel Jan Kosman</div><div>Available: Amazon</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I want to thank Booktasters for providing me a free copy in return of<br />my honest review, which I did. Thank you! <br /></div><div><br /></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Praag, Tsjechië50.0755381 14.437800521.765304263821157 -20.7184495 78.385771936178855 49.5940505tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-64427169537129611272023-03-27T10:13:00.000+02:002023-03-27T10:13:52.066+02:00Two: One Destined to Addiction the Other to be Free<p> A good read</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-T0eDuJpSbbXTjF-Fyr2YjpfGFcYm5TmwSqfILUFWM4EjUHAT_vmijhRpyXOiNXTYrE69bI3iq59IBLvCL6918XP6dYADBU-YyjqK5PcL3XjAgY_GmD0HtQHO64nqLDyjXIBSNug2dL8JYT3iWWOzIvbEaXm50N5m1wq61RQZj-R5dD_XWrfoRnlJYQ/s308/Two.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="308" data-original-width="209" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-T0eDuJpSbbXTjF-Fyr2YjpfGFcYm5TmwSqfILUFWM4EjUHAT_vmijhRpyXOiNXTYrE69bI3iq59IBLvCL6918XP6dYADBU-YyjqK5PcL3XjAgY_GmD0HtQHO64nqLDyjXIBSNug2dL8JYT3iWWOzIvbEaXm50N5m1wq61RQZj-R5dD_XWrfoRnlJYQ/w271-h400/Two.JPG" width="271" /></a></div><br /><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>Due to the interesting topic, addiction, I wanted to read this book very detailed.</div><div>Meanwhile I had lots of emotions: sadness and joy because of the two different<br />stories. I missed a bit of the depth of the book, on the other hand I liked <br />the simplicity. </div><div><br /></div><div>I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in the topic.</div><div><br /></div><div>It was a bit difficult to rate this book well, so in doubt between 4 and 5 stars, <br />I chose the highest rating, which is 5 stars.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Book</h3><div style="text-align: left;">Published by Sandriam Publications Inc.; 1e edition on 17th March 2019.</div><div style="text-align: left;">The book contains 124 pages.</div><div style="text-align: left;">Written by Alexander T. Polgar</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I want to thank booktasters for providing me a free copy in return of my honest<br />review, which I did. </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-40162388472101341692023-03-22T07:51:00.004+01:002023-04-02T12:03:17.197+02:00Author in the picture: Marc Terreur<p>Het is met een bijzonder groot genoegen dat ik de auteur in de kijker<br />blogpost nieuw leven inblaas met een bijzondere schrijver:<br />Marc Terreur. </p><p>Ik ken Marc al bijna 22 jaar als collega. Ik wist dat hij ook heel <br />bekend is als gitaarbouwer en zanger. Ik had een beetje schrik om zijn<br />boeken te lezen en te reviewen omdat ik, als ik een verhaal niet leuk vond,<br />het eerlijk moest zeggen. Gelukkig was mijn angst totaal ongegrond.<br /><br />Zowel de verhalen in het Nederlands als Hare Halfway in het Engels<br />zijn pareltjes in de kinder- en jeugdliteratuur met telkens een mooie <br />les erin. </p><p>Omdat het nu ook Jeugdboekenmaand is, wil ik voorstellen om allemaal <br />even kennismaken met de schrijver: Marc Terreur. </p><p><i>It is with great pleasure that I refresh the author in the picture posts on<br /></i><i>my blog with a special writer: Marc Terreur.</i></p><p><i>I have known Marc as a colleague for almost 22 years. I knew he was famous<br />as a luthier and singer. However, I was a little scared for reading and <br />reviewing books because if I didn't like a story, I would have to say it honestly. <br />Fortunately, my fears were totally unfounded.</i></p><p><i>Both the stories in Dutch and Hare Halfway in English, are gems in <br />children's and youth literature, each with a beautiful lesson in it.</i></p><p><i>Because it's now youth book month, I would suggest, let's all meet <br />the writer: Marc Terreur.</i></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirPN00AYsdP-mqA7q0mdJL6Ca5YM3N8F9W_pI6iP-nhaf1PMVY7__IswfJVtRQSFm1uWPJbewqYL2IUW8r1GoOvdQCRyI5DmUdEsSP122iY49NEL9z8xPuD5XdHmrIqF0NXnrJDlTYcp-xXkbPNpD-cowjulQ1HNs5TDwiMcqqnF6hra4Eh5mNyTdVKA/s1081/Marc%20Terreur%20in%20Oneindige%20Verhaal%20in%20SintNiklaas.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="522" data-original-width="1081" height="194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirPN00AYsdP-mqA7q0mdJL6Ca5YM3N8F9W_pI6iP-nhaf1PMVY7__IswfJVtRQSFm1uWPJbewqYL2IUW8r1GoOvdQCRyI5DmUdEsSP122iY49NEL9z8xPuD5XdHmrIqF0NXnrJDlTYcp-xXkbPNpD-cowjulQ1HNs5TDwiMcqqnF6hra4Eh5mNyTdVKA/w400-h194/Marc%20Terreur%20in%20Oneindige%20Verhaal%20in%20SintNiklaas.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;">Marc Terreur with his book "Understanding Guitars"<br />in one of the most special book shops in Sint-Niklaas</p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Wie is Marc Terreur?</u></b></p><p>Liefhebbende partner, vader en opa. Luisterend oor. Perfectionist in <br />mijn gitarenatelier. Gedreven leraar. En verder draait mijn leven rond <br />creëren, op allerlei terreinen. </p><p>Op mijn website <a href="http://www.marcterreur.com" target="_blank">www.marcterreur.com</a> noem ik mezelf niet voor <br />niets een ondermeerpersoon. </p><p><br /></p><p><i><b><u>Who is Marc?</u></b></i></p><p><i>Loving partner, father, and granddad. Listening ear. Perfectionist in </i><i>my <br />guitar studio. A passionate teacher. Apart from the above, my life <br /></i><i>revolves around creating, in many different areas.<br /></i><i>On my website <a href="http://www.marcterreur.com" target="_blank">www.marcterreur.com</a> I introduce myself as an </i><i>among-others <br />person. </i><i>Yeah, that's me. An among-others person.</i></p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Wat geeft je inspiratie? </u></b><br /><br /></p><p>Muziek, maar dat komt hierna nog aan bod. Slapen! Geen grap: <br />ik heb al meerdere gedichten gedroomd. Niet dat ik ze dan maar woord <br />voor woord hoef op te schrijven, maar de aanzet is er wel, en een <br />enkele keer veel meer dan dat. Vaak ook kleine voorvalletjes uit de <br />realiteit. Zonder de plot van Haas Halfweg te verklappen: mijn eigen <br />brievenbus heeft model gestaan. </p><p>Bij Floortje Nachtegaal is het heel anders gegaan. Mijn vader <br />vertelde weleens bedtijdverhaaltjes. Bekende dingen, zoals <br />Hansje en Grietje, maar er was ook één sprookje bij dat ik <br />achteraf nooit heb kunnen terugvinden. Dus mogelijk door <br />hem bedacht? Helaas kon ik me daar maar één vage flard <br />van herinneren. Op een goeie dag gaf ik mezelf een schrijfopdracht: <br />bouw rond dat ene flinterdunne gegeven een compleet nieuw verhaal. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_T1G5Zk7cAB-7UVWBWlwgw81Xu5vGQ7pWvs9OxA5XJureiu5GB_MnnAN3XnmQxfQcNFP3rUW7gcm4RBYt6ChpzAgbQITuo5J3cYeVxTHd9MjJRoGprYdbqdS6KM3j2Y7h3LGnRZlozQrwgw_8GvvBCKuO1OaVRfdySTZ2ehnTQ5yIJbMQKVb26DQIgw/s679/Marc%20Terreur%20Haas%20Halfweg%20en%20het%20boek%20van%20alles.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="660" data-original-width="679" height="389" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_T1G5Zk7cAB-7UVWBWlwgw81Xu5vGQ7pWvs9OxA5XJureiu5GB_MnnAN3XnmQxfQcNFP3rUW7gcm4RBYt6ChpzAgbQITuo5J3cYeVxTHd9MjJRoGprYdbqdS6KM3j2Y7h3LGnRZlozQrwgw_8GvvBCKuO1OaVRfdySTZ2ehnTQ5yIJbMQKVb26DQIgw/w400-h389/Marc%20Terreur%20Haas%20Halfweg%20en%20het%20boek%20van%20alles.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><i><b><u>What gives you inspiration?</u></b></i></p><p><i>Music, but that will be discussed later. <br /></i><i><br /></i></p><p><i>To sleep! No joke: </i><i>I have already dreamt several poems. Not that they’re <br />completely finished when I wake up — that all I have to do is write them down —, <br />but the onset is there, and </i><i>sometimes much more than that.</i></p><p><i>Often also small incidents from day-to-day life. Without revealing the plot <br />of Hare Halfway: know that my own </i><i>letterbox was the starting point.</i></p><p><i>Things went very differently with Flory Nightingale. My father </i><i>sometimes <br />told bedtime stories. Familiar stuff like </i><i>Hansel and Gretel, but there was <br />also one fairy tale that I </i><i>was never able to find afterwards. My guess is that <br />he had invented it himself. Unfortunately, I could only remember <br />one vague fragment.</i></p><p><i>One day I gave myself a writing assignment: </i><i>build a completely new story <br />around that single, wafer-thin element.</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhksgCzxoWJrCJ7LR1O9n16OoJbckj_uuvgwejrVoFtA0X9eYfbL0SGz904f0ys0ah7IPFU3JtKN6jMnWwxVlkyitJ9gfPBuhSdVJjsLoZsd6p1RQfGifzYvwBEf-HiQRGEIMIcpmmgJ_MZfyCvXmsltS0D2o6VQLBQ1vJHSg8_-ENSTW8cYxvu20RPeA/s344/Marc%20terreur%20reading%20his%20book.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="274" data-original-width="344" height="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhksgCzxoWJrCJ7LR1O9n16OoJbckj_uuvgwejrVoFtA0X9eYfbL0SGz904f0ys0ah7IPFU3JtKN6jMnWwxVlkyitJ9gfPBuhSdVJjsLoZsd6p1RQfGifzYvwBEf-HiQRGEIMIcpmmgJ_MZfyCvXmsltS0D2o6VQLBQ1vJHSg8_-ENSTW8cYxvu20RPeA/w400-h319/Marc%20terreur%20reading%20his%20book.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i><p></p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Beïnvloedt muziek je werk? Schrijf je bijvoorbeeld op muziek? <br />Kun je iets creëren in stilte?</u></b> </p><p>Muziek is ontzettend belangrijk voor mij. Een leven zonder kan ik me <br />niet voorstellen. Ik speel zelf sinds mijn tiende, zat in massa’s groepjes, <br />schrijf liedjes (tekst en muziek), breng muziek uit ... Dat gitarenambacht <br />is duidelijk niet uit de lucht komen vallen. Als ik gitaren repareer <br />klinkt daar bijna altijd muziek bij, maar schrijven met muziek <br />lukt me niet. Dat vraagt complete concentratie, en dus ook complete <br />stilte. <br /><br /></p><p>Liedjes kunnen we wel inspireren, of terugvoeren naar een <br />bepaald moment. Een tekst als Saterdag <br /><a href="https://azertyfactor.be/tekst-lezen/saterdag" target="_blank">(https://azertyfactor.be/tekst-lezen/saterdag)</a> is een goed voorbeeld. </p><p><br /></p><p><i><u><b>Does music influence your work? For example, do you write to music?<br /></b></u></i><b><i><u>Can you create something in silence?</u></i></b></p><p><i>Music is extremely important to me. I cannot imagine life without it. </i><i>I started <br />playing the guitar at the age of ten; I was in numerous bands; </i><i>I write songs <br />(lyrics and music) and release albums... That guitar craft </i><i>clearly didn't <br />come out of the blue.</i></p><p><i>Music plays almost incessantly in my guitar workshop, but writing is <br />different. That requires complete concentration and, therefore, complete silence.</i></p><p><i>Songs do inspire me, though. They have the power to instantly throw me <br />back to a certain time and place. <br /></i><i>A text like Satyrday <a href="https://azertyfactor.be/tekst-lezen/saterdag" target="_blank">(https://azertyfactor.be/tekst-lezen/saterdag)</a> is a </i><i>good example.</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i> </i></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUQj1IMgJOnfJYQg37kww-tb241xakzu6ynDu4HLuMrPG97vWpNpjr82GVsa5S_JG8YnLztMLrVixi-3SHPFWe63I8vQaNUlUygnlJqYXQUZfweIHlyxIDB9bUGY4vpbSohWHlK7xeeolLW2aro8eqK8ifvLgK8tPX3uMYuiRkK4oljtbJ8FdE37l33w/s717/Marc%20Terreur%20Nacht%20van%20de%20Broze%20Dichters.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="717" data-original-width="526" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUQj1IMgJOnfJYQg37kww-tb241xakzu6ynDu4HLuMrPG97vWpNpjr82GVsa5S_JG8YnLztMLrVixi-3SHPFWe63I8vQaNUlUygnlJqYXQUZfweIHlyxIDB9bUGY4vpbSohWHlK7xeeolLW2aro8eqK8ifvLgK8tPX3uMYuiRkK4oljtbJ8FdE37l33w/w294-h400/Marc%20Terreur%20Nacht%20van%20de%20Broze%20Dichters.JPG" width="294" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Heb je een bepaalde dagroutine?</u></b><br /><br /></p><p>Dat lukt me niet, helaas. Elke dag is anders. Ik werk vijf halve dagen per <br />week voor het stadsbestuur, gedeeltelijk ter plaatse, gedeeltelijk via <br />thuiswerk. Soms doe ik namiddagen van tweeënhalf uur, een andere <br />keer begin ik om kwart over zeven ’s ochtends en werk ik vijf uur door. </p><p>Mijn gitarenatelier neemt de andere halve dagtaak in beslag, en méér: <br />in de vooravond en op zaterdagochtend ontvang ik klanten die <br />instrumenten komen brengen of ophalen, doe ik de boekhouding <br />en onderhoud ik mijn websites en sociale media. In de tijd die dan <br />nog overblijft probeer ik te schrijven, te koken, te lezen — en wat <br />later op de avond een aflevering van een goeie serie te bekijken, <br />of een stuk van een film (deel twee is dan voor de volgende dag). <br />Tussendoor tracht ik samen met mijn vrouw een paar keer in de <br />week een uurtje te wandelen, of te fietsen op een zonnige zondag. </p><p>De rest van de familie is er natuurlijk ook nog, en zo kom ik telkens <br />tot de conclusie: ik weet niet hoe ik het allemaal gefikst krijg.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><i><u>Do you have a specific daily routine?</u></i></b></p><p><i>I would like that very much, but unfortunately all my days are <br />different. I work five </i><i>half-days a week for the city council, partly <br />on site, partly from home. Sometimes I do afternoons of two and a <br />half hours; other </i><i>times I start at a quarter past seven in the morning <br />and work for five hours in a row.</i></p><p><i>My guitar workshop takes up the other half-day's work, and more: <br /></i><i>in the evenings and on Saturday mornings I receive customers; I do <br />the bookkeeping </i><i>and maintain my websites and social media. <br />In the remaining time </i><i>I try to write, to cook, to read — </i><i>watching an <br />episode of a good series later in the evening, </i><i>or part of a film <br />(part two is usually for the next day).</i></p><p><i>Somewhere in-between, my wife and I try to go for a nice nature <br />walk once or twice a week, or enjoy a bicycle trip on a sunny Sunday.</i></p><p><i>The rest of the family is also still there, and that's how </i><i>I keep coming <br />to the same conclusion, over and over again: <br />I don't know how I get it all done?!</i></p><p><b><u><br /></u></b></p><p><b><u>Sinds wanneer schrijf je al verhalen en wanneer heb je de stap <br />gezet om echt te publiceren?</u></b> </p><p>Tegen mijn dertigste was ik klaar met wat mijn schrijversdebuut <br />moest worden. Uitgeverij Dedalus zag 'een goeie roman-in-de-knop' <br />maar trok een jaar en twee rewrites later alsnog de stekker uit mijn <br />literaire droom. Van de weeromstuit begon ik gitaarbouw te studeren, <br />en mijn leven ging een heel andere kant uit. </p><p>Gitaren en muziek traden op het voorplan; ik schreef enkel nog <br />liedjes, en artikelen in muziekmagazines. In 2015 kwam dan mijn <br />blog Understanding Guitars, die uiteindelijk leidde tot het <br />gelijknamige boek. </p><p>Dat ik me ten langen leste opnieuw op het literaire pad begaf, is <br />eerder toevallig gekomen. </p><p>Eind 2016 heb ik een cd met kinderliedjes uitgebracht, <br />De Wondere Wereld van Tucker Zimmerman <br />(die is trouwens nog altijd verkrijgbaar, via mijn webshop <br />op <a href="https://marcterreur.myshopify.com/" target="_blank">https://marcterreur.myshopify.com/</a>). </p><p>Maar goed, toen ik bezig was aan een vervolg, realiseerde ik me <br />dat het verhaal dat ik daarvoor bedacht had beter op een andere <br />manier tot zijn recht zou komen. Het werd Kleine Veritée Vuurvlieg, <br />een scenario voor een animatiefilm. Ooit wil ik dat script nog <br />herwerken tot een jeugdroman. </p><p>Maar zo is de stap gezet. Er volgden inmiddels drie jeugdverhalen, <br />waarvan ik er in 2020 twee heb uitgebracht als e-boek — <br />een van die twee nu ook als papieren boek. </p><p>In 2021 heb ik me voor het eerst aan poëzie gewaagd. Mijn allereerste gedicht, <br />Nesten, werd opgenomen in een bundel van de bib van Sint-Niklaas, <br />en prijkte dit jaar als Weesgedicht op een raam in de Prins Albertstraat. <br />Tussendoor belandde ik op de podia van de <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHx_RVHZQzc&list=PLkHmdhfiPsPn1oKt-GUgo9_zFZUEWJnqi" target="_blank">Nacht van de B(r)oze Dichters</a> <br />(2022) en<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIjnxoSXiaU&list=PLkHmdhfiPsPnrjCu9vHr3sbehb5oYmrI3" target="_blank"> Gedichtendag 2023</a>. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil-vi5weHZNtW3w0Ba5OgYj2RGTIB41Vr_EwRxsp7kOkfCW8LH4ZdaYNO-soFtTBkjC7jgIZZloTnbF27I0QhlkLIbk4WSg4NQLE4hRAk0iwBQ4Ra_n1h-lZly2uYS5z9LQk1YBHv5GHmGRY6H9e00oOrY5Xxi2WIWiBQ2HFdw2Nqs0RQYrDay4u-qAw/s346/Marc%20Terreur%20Prins%20Albertstraat%20Sint-Niklaas.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="346" data-original-width="263" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil-vi5weHZNtW3w0Ba5OgYj2RGTIB41Vr_EwRxsp7kOkfCW8LH4ZdaYNO-soFtTBkjC7jgIZZloTnbF27I0QhlkLIbk4WSg4NQLE4hRAk0iwBQ4Ra_n1h-lZly2uYS5z9LQk1YBHv5GHmGRY6H9e00oOrY5Xxi2WIWiBQ2HFdw2Nqs0RQYrDay4u-qAw/w304-h400/Marc%20Terreur%20Prins%20Albertstraat%20Sint-Niklaas.JPG" width="304" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><b><i><u>Since when do you write stories and when did you take the <br /></u></i></b><b><i><u>step to actually publish?</u></i></b></p><p><i>By the age of thirty, I had finished what was supposed to become my writing <br />debut. Publisher Dedalus saw 'a good novel in the bud' </i><i>but still, a year <br />and two rewrites later, they pulled the plug on my </i><i>literary dream. In response, <br />I started studying guitar building, </i><i>and my life took a completely different <br />direction.</i></p><p><i>Guitars and music came to the fore; all I wrote were songs, and articles </i><i>in <br />music magazines. In 2015 I started my Understanding Guitars blog, </i><i>which <br />eventually led to the book of the same name.</i></p><p><i>That I at long last set out on the literary path again happened rather by <br />accident. At the end of 2016 I released a CD with children's songs, <br /></i><i>The Wonderous World of Tucker Zimmerman (which is still available, <br /></i><i>by the way, via my webshop at <a href="https://marcterreur.myshopify.com/" target="_blank">https://marcterreur.myshopify.com/</a>).</i></p><p><i>While working on a sequel, I suddenly realized that the story I had come <br />up with would do better in a different form. It became Little Verity Firefly, <br /></i><i>a screenplay for an animated feature film. I still hope to rework that <br />script into a youth novel someday. Anyway, this is how it happened.</i></p><p><i>Three youth stories have followed since then, two of which I have <br />released as e-books in 2020. One of those is now available as a <br /></i><i>hardcover book.</i></p><p><i>Finally, in 2021, I started writing poetry. My very first poem, Nesten, was <br />included in a collection </i><i>of the library of Sint-Niklaas. It was also featured <br />as a so-called “Orphan Poem” </i><i>in 2023, adorning a window <br />in the Prins Albertstraat. </i></p><p><i>In between, I made it to the stages of the </i><i><br /> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHx_RVHZQzc&list=PLkHmdhfiPsPn1oKt-GUgo9_zFZUEWJnqi" target="_blank">Night of the B(r)oze Poets </a>(2022) and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIjnxoSXiaU&list=PLkHmdhfiPsPnrjCu9vHr3sbehb5oYmrI3" target="_blank">Poetry Day 2023</a>.</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoaT7SVSzF05Z-D8oob3P3FSkDRs-Go_FMVvJIzaIn-O4JgPWqPp-QB0uaFYvKnUydFnEcQndNCk7QrICKrmRUyZYTJjIcCiYjH8gbfu1XBSt82w2SkLMWWkXD3au8_q_-5SFcSRB0JExfsz6DJTkenBeX8DODre5uLAdGapcy4751hjghPigBw1Amqw/s710/Marc%20Terreur%20Hare%20Halfway.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="544" data-original-width="710" height="306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoaT7SVSzF05Z-D8oob3P3FSkDRs-Go_FMVvJIzaIn-O4JgPWqPp-QB0uaFYvKnUydFnEcQndNCk7QrICKrmRUyZYTJjIcCiYjH8gbfu1XBSt82w2SkLMWWkXD3au8_q_-5SFcSRB0JExfsz6DJTkenBeX8DODre5uLAdGapcy4751hjghPigBw1Amqw/w400-h306/Marc%20Terreur%20Hare%20Halfway.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i><p></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><b><u>Je verhaal naar de buitenwereld brengen geeft dat<br /></u></b><b><u>angst of vreugde?</u></b> </p><p>De beide. Het voltooien van een verhaal brengt een gigantische <br />euforie teweeg, al begint meteen ook de twijfel: is het wel goed genoeg? <br />Die tweespalt houdt een tijd aan: je e-boeken op Amazon zien staan is <br />fantastisch, een papieren boek in handen houden nog veel meer. <br />Maar hoe gaan lezers reageren? En bloggers zoals jij? Die spanning <br />(‘angst’ is misschien een te groot woord) gaat pas liggen als je de <br />eerste positieve recensies ontvangt. Slotsom: ik ben superblij. <br />Tot nu toe kregen mijn beide verhalen alleen maar vijf sterren. <br />Ook van jou dus. Bedankt, Kathleen! </p><p><br /></p><p><b><i><u>When releasing a story to the outside world, do you feel fear or joy?</u></i></b></p><p><i>Both. Completing a story brings huge euphoria, although doubt <br /></i><i>immediately strikes: is it good enough? That discord lasts for quite <br />a while: </i><i>seeing your e-books on Amazon is fantastic, holding a paper <br />book in </i><i>your hands even more. </i></p><p><i>But how will readers react? </i><i>And bloggers like you? That tension <br />(‘fear’ is perhaps too strong a word) </i><i>will only lie down when you <br />receive the first positive reviews.</i></p><p><i>Conclusion: I'm super happy. So far, both of my stories have only <br />gotten five stars. Also from you! </i><i>Thank you, Kathleen!</i></p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Wat zijn je favoriete boeken & muziekgenres?<br /></u></b><br /></p><p>Vroeger verslond ik boeken, maar aangezien er geen 48 uur in <br />een dag zitten, gaat het tegenwoordig meer met hapjes nu en dan. <br /><br /></p><p>Sommige boeken dienen als research voor mijn schrijfwerk, bv. <br />A Sideways Look at Time van Jay Griffiths, of <br />Desert Solitaire van Edward Abbey. <br /><br /></p><p>Daarnaast gaat mijn voorkeur uit naar de betere roman. <br />Favorieten aanduiden is vreselijk, maar ooit zou ik zeker <br />The World According to Garp genoemd hebben, een uitstekend <br />verfilmd meesterwerk van John Irving, Ik heb de voorbije jaren <br />ook genoten van werken van Paolo Cognetti, Roberto Camurri, <br />Tom Lanoye en massaal veel anderen. Maar ik doe groot <br />onrecht aan hen die ik hier niet vermeld. Ik lees ook weleens <br />een boek over muziek, zoals Hoe muziek werkt van David Byrne, <br />of 1971 Never a Dull Moment, van David Hepworth. <br />Of biografieën van muzikale helden! De foto hieronder spreekt <br />boekdelen, ook over mijn gevarieerde muzikale smaak. <br />Die gaat van symfonische rock tot singer-songwriter, en wat <br />daar zoal tussenin zit. Alleen jazz is minder mijn ding, al heb ik dat <br />zelf ooit gespeeld. </p><p><b><i><u>What are your favorite books & music genres?</u></i></b></p><p><i>I used to devour books, but since there are no 48 hours in </i><i>a day, at present <br />it’s more about snacks now and then. </i><i>Some books serve as research for my <br />writing, e.g. A Sideways Look </i><i>at Time by Jay Griffiths, or Desert Solitaire <br />by Edward Abbey. </i></p><p><i>In addition, I prefer the better novel. Naming favorites sucks, but once </i><i>I <br />would surely have answered: The World According to Garp, a John Irving <br />masterpiece that was later turned into a superb </i><i>film. The past few years I also <br />enjoyed works by Paolo Cognetti, Roberto Camurri, </i><i>Tom Lanoye and many <br />others. But I'm doing great injustice to those </i><i>whom I do not mention here.</i></p><p><i>On occasion, I like to read a book about music, </i><i>such as How Music Works, <br />by David Byrne, or 1971 Never a Dull Moment, </i><i>by David Hepworth. <br />Or biographies of musical heroes! </i><i>The photo below speaks volumes, <br />also about my varied musical taste. </i><i>It goes from symphonic rock to <br />singer-songwriter, and almost everything in </i><i>between. Only jazz isn’t really <br />my cup of tea — although I have played it myself, at some point in my life.</i></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiojHGNKO7BbB6Pc_YKQtmfDX_3JkYQU9JKWYxd09x1jmYHgmSjgZBzxMvWx5a4uFb8k2eWu4pBGq4l2DsQ9cuD96VCopbbLP8d5OiXygevKb6jREEe-od2oH_rxxXsPb4NMwL9jUsRveJgIVdw05aoduiIogDe2gu8Hu0AXslsm6g4LjrsPUDHTOROlw/s542/Marc%20Terreur%20favourite%20books.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="301" data-original-width="542" height="223" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiojHGNKO7BbB6Pc_YKQtmfDX_3JkYQU9JKWYxd09x1jmYHgmSjgZBzxMvWx5a4uFb8k2eWu4pBGq4l2DsQ9cuD96VCopbbLP8d5OiXygevKb6jREEe-od2oH_rxxXsPb4NMwL9jUsRveJgIVdw05aoduiIogDe2gu8Hu0AXslsm6g4LjrsPUDHTOROlw/w400-h223/Marc%20Terreur%20favourite%20books.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Hoe is je passie voor gitaren en gitaarherstellingen begonnen?</u></b></p><p>In de jaren ’70 vertoefde mijn zeven jaar oudere broer in de wereld <br />van de folk. Hij sleet vele uren in Het Reservaat, een legendarisch <br />café in de Sint-Niklase Nieuwstraat en verre voorloper van <br />Muziekclub ’t Ey in Belsele. Edi kwam geregeld thuis met <br />een instrument: gitaar, banjo, mandoline, viool ... </p><p>Veel deed hij daar niet mee, maar ík probeerde alles uit en bleef <br />eraan plakken voor de rest van mijn leven. Ik zal een jaar of <br />tien geweest zijn, toen ik mijn eerste gitaarakkoorden leerde. <br />We maken een grote sprong vooruit. Begin jaren ‘90 deed ik <br />een tijdje aan houtbewerking: ik maakte al eens een kastje, <br />maar sneed en beitelde ook beeldjes. Toen ik per toeval in de <br />telefoongids stootte op het Centrum voor Muziekinstrumentenbouw <br />in Puurs, heb ik me onmiddellijk ingeschreven. Het was de ideale <br />combinatie van twee hobby’s. Ik volgde er les van 1992 tot 1996 <br />en ben zelfstandige in bijberoep geworden in 1995, toen ik <br />Marcus Guitars & Basses heb opgericht (<a href="http://www.marcusguitars.be" target="_blank">www.marcusguitars.be</a>).</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf3-MKHPHwDYXPQDS147wlyCtX7-ItffcN9y8NZliSTR-l8st9T0bjB4coNNZANHG-1y1k4R-Vai5PAPGZNgWJgAQsh6o7ZjhKGemp1RawEv7uD80Hp0_151yV6lT7rUbb4UJ0Iea4rxCJtZrptIvI_OUqgskbFYdjWroHhnMv-bim8ehkXj5sG1mw8Q/s626/Marc%20Terreur%20gitaren.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="626" data-original-width="447" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf3-MKHPHwDYXPQDS147wlyCtX7-ItffcN9y8NZliSTR-l8st9T0bjB4coNNZANHG-1y1k4R-Vai5PAPGZNgWJgAQsh6o7ZjhKGemp1RawEv7uD80Hp0_151yV6lT7rUbb4UJ0Iea4rxCJtZrptIvI_OUqgskbFYdjWroHhnMv-bim8ehkXj5sG1mw8Q/w285-h400/Marc%20Terreur%20gitaren.JPG" width="285" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><b><i><u>How did your passion for guitars and guitar repairs start?</u></i></b></p><p><i>In the 1970s, my seven years older brother was a fanatic folk music lover. <br /></i><i>He spent many hours in Het Reservaat, a legendary Sint-Niklaas café, <br />situated in the </i><i>Nieuwstraat. This café may be seen as a distant precursor <br />to Music Club 't Ey in Belsele.</i></p><p><i>Edi regularly brought home instruments: guitar, banjo, mandolin, violin... <br />He didn't do much with them, but I tried everything and was hooked for life. <br />I must have been some ten years old when </i><i>I learned my first guitar chords. </i></p><p><i>We're taking a big leap forward. By the early 90’s I had taken up woodworking: <br /></i><i>I had made a cabinet or two, but I also carved and chiseled wooden sculptures. <br />So one day I was leafing through the telephone directory and stumbled upon <br />the Center for Musical Instrument</i></p><p><i>Building in Puurs. I immediately registered. It was the ideal combination <br />of two hobbies. I took lessons there from 1992 to 1996, starting my own <br />company in 1995: Marcus Guitars & Basses (<a href="http://www.marcusguitars.be" target="_blank">www.marcusguitars.be</a>).</i></p><p> </p><p><b><u>Heb je andere hobby’s?</u></b></p><p>Het kwam al aan bod: wandelen, fietsen, reizen, in een boek of <br />film duiken (wat vaak ook een beetje reizen is). Afspreken met <br />mijn zoon of een vriend doe ik graag aan de biljarttafel <br />(carambole of snooker). Een leuke manier om bij te praten, vind ik. <br />Soms wordt er meer gepraat dan gespeeld. </p><p><b><i><u><br /></u></i></b></p><p><b><i><u>Do you have other hobbies?</u></i></b></p><p><i>As I mentioned earlier on: walking, cycling, traveling, diving in a book <br /></i><i>or film (which is often also a bit of traveling). I like to meet up with my <br />son or a friend at the billiard table (playing billiards or </i><i>snooker). <br />I think it's a nice way to catch up. Sometimes there is more </i><i>talk than play.</i></p><p><b><u>Hoe zie je jezelf staan over X aantal jaar als schrijver.</u></b><br /><br /></p><p>Ik zou héél blij zijn mocht een erkende uitgeverij mijn werk willen publiceren. <br />In de eerste plaats wegens de erkenning die dat zou inhouden, maar ook <br />om praktische redenen. Nu verlies ik massaal veel tijd aan technische zaken <br />zoals een boek ontwerpen, of een webshop configureren. En de administratie <br />die er bij uitgeven komt kijken! Plus de boekhouding bijhouden, sociale <br />media inzetten, adverteren ...</p><p>Ja, samenwerken met een uitgever die je een deel van die dingen uit handen <br />neemt, dat zou pas geweldig zijn. Want uiteindelijk hoop ik vooral op meer <br />tijd om te schrijven.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><i><u>How do you see yourself in X number of years as a writer?</u></i></b></p><p><i>I would be very happy if a recognized publisher were to publish my work. <br />First of all, because of the recognition this would </i><i>entail, but also for <br />practical reasons.</i></p><p><i>Now I lose a lot of time on technical matters such as designing a book, or <br /></i><i>creating a webshop. And the administration involved in </i><i>publishing! <br />Plus: maintaining the accountancy, using social media, </i><i>advertising ... <br />Yes, working together with a publisher that would take </i><i>some of those <br />things off my hands, that would be great.</i></p><p><i>Because, in the end, what I mostly wish for is simply having more time to write.</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigymI8c233UizAkEw40hrTIbrP24SAlY6VTUTpuCItzmG9rUA5VcWZtRw-XcW4b4sS2kvQ4e7ePZ5ackyUwoQJp-2jX4700z3o9SKvF2LSCKhg_KYJ69O7gaO7oUU17qk55xDzlKbt1MkWPxVlLPskXNKKyT6QdMbCCzboJG3bGa_wrEeB-xPEdxDO-Q/s654/Marc%20Terreur%20Eye%20Belsele.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="654" data-original-width="533" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigymI8c233UizAkEw40hrTIbrP24SAlY6VTUTpuCItzmG9rUA5VcWZtRw-XcW4b4sS2kvQ4e7ePZ5ackyUwoQJp-2jX4700z3o9SKvF2LSCKhg_KYJ69O7gaO7oUU17qk55xDzlKbt1MkWPxVlLPskXNKKyT6QdMbCCzboJG3bGa_wrEeB-xPEdxDO-Q/w326-h400/Marc%20Terreur%20Eye%20Belsele.JPG" width="326" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i><p></p><p><i>👉 Wil je het review van Floortje Nachtegaal - Het meisje in de klok nog eens <br />nalezen? Kijk snel op deze <a href="https://mycrazylifefullwithbooks.blogspot.com/2023/01/floortje-nachtegael.html" target="_blank">link.</a> </i></p><p><i>👉 Do you want to re-read the review of Hare Halfway and the book<br />of Everything? Check this <a href="https://mycrazylifefullwithbooks.blogspot.com/2023/01/hare-halfway-and-book-of-everything.html" target="_blank">link</a>. </i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i>Source pictures: Marc Terreur</i></p>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0Sint-Niklaas, België51.1653295 4.138650122.855095663821153 -31.0175999 79.475563336178851 39.2949001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-7038084320876800172023-03-16T10:23:00.004+01:002023-04-04T21:46:21.416+02:00This Boundary Will Not Bind Us: Night Gem<p> Great characters</p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><div><br /></div><div>It took a while to read the book, due to the lenght of the story but it was<br />really worth to take the time for reading.</div><div><br /></div><div>A key role in this story is for the great characters. I got the idea I really<br />knew them and that was very nice!</div><div><br /></div><div>So don't be put off by the beginning and the length of the book, but <br />continue reading and you'll discover a wonderful story. The author did<br />a fantastic job.</div><div><br /></div><div>Of course for Night Gem, I give a 5 star rating and I hope to read more<br />books like this.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoTQ6QF85ARVX1Ryw_HwgES6D6-KtVuD_9fF29VAKM1wU72kgBRfOFressmPUiuUarBeqSL6LNvpouHdR5JczQuFA8nb3ta9x-P6kGd5j5uWdIskPNsSoZK_m9Gr-wlJkSJWv8QzmB9bv6tUIEMDvXEdRNI6swA4OLM8NSRk9w6Scce2henw3It8qA7Q/s335/Night%20Gem.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="335" data-original-width="209" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoTQ6QF85ARVX1Ryw_HwgES6D6-KtVuD_9fF29VAKM1wU72kgBRfOFressmPUiuUarBeqSL6LNvpouHdR5JczQuFA8nb3ta9x-P6kGd5j5uWdIskPNsSoZK_m9Gr-wlJkSJWv8QzmB9bv6tUIEMDvXEdRNI6swA4OLM8NSRk9w6Scce2henw3It8qA7Q/w250-h400/Night%20Gem.JPG" width="250" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Book</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>Format: 787 pages</div><div>Published: February 21, 2022</div><div>Language: English</div></div><div>Available: Amazon</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Author</h3><div><div>Music was Erica’s first language; a mirror reflecting her soul. <br />As the rhythm unfolds, it unravels her heart and unleashes her dreams.</div><div>Sadly, Erica lost her singing voice to a tragic illness. Exiled from her <br />passion, she was left craving catharsis. Song after song, story after <br />story, photo after photo, visions of Erosia came to life. It became <br />clear that Erica is more than a musician. She is a vessel through <br />which passion emerges. Through her whisper, she led her band, <br />Erosian Exile – but as her vocal cords deteriorated, writing became <br />her new voice. Her fantasy series, Night Gem, reveals the origins of Erosia.</div><div><br /></div></div><div>More about the author on this <a href="https://ericaxenne.com/" target="_blank">link</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktassters</h3><div><br /></div><div>I really want to thank Booktasters for providing me a free copy in return<br />of my honest review, which I did. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276432672801709737.post-89279933905152234452023-03-09T14:47:00.001+01:002023-03-09T14:47:59.321+01:00Servitude<p> An exciting read</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3-Bq3udqiTmaYZF5OkEzyeqIvERZcIrPd0Lp8OYfYxJVbp2KjMw6Ed3EuSkpf4op6Eeo4Tv3NUf8DcRGgbAqX56cr9eErD9AdW7JUM_eevagLTS33Y427Z6ZO6H0iutFQUeFq1MRLKMd8xq5xRAA9LXj2woFlAGxsyFeuAptdnY5UDuAvLte2CfVFgw/s767/Servitude%20Book%20Cover.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="767" data-original-width="485" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3-Bq3udqiTmaYZF5OkEzyeqIvERZcIrPd0Lp8OYfYxJVbp2KjMw6Ed3EuSkpf4op6Eeo4Tv3NUf8DcRGgbAqX56cr9eErD9AdW7JUM_eevagLTS33Y427Z6ZO6H0iutFQUeFq1MRLKMd8xq5xRAA9LXj2woFlAGxsyFeuAptdnY5UDuAvLte2CfVFgw/w253-h400/Servitude%20Book%20Cover.JPG" width="253" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">My review</h3><p><br /></p><p>Recently I read "Servitude" from Costi Curgu. I must say, the book really got<br />me from the beginning till the end. I was very keen to know the complete<br />story. It has a great main character and a fantastic plot. </p><p>Servitude is a must read for everyone who likes a story full of action.<br />Without any doubt I give a five star rating for this exciting read. </p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">The book</h3><div><br /></div><div>More details about the book:</div><div><br /></div><div><div>Format 320 pages, Paperback</div><div>Published October 17, 2022 by Kult Books</div><div>ISBN 9781738659302</div><div>Language English</div></div><div>It's available on Amazon</div><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">The author</h3><div><br /></div><div>The author of Servitude is Costi Gurgu. He has his own website, check it<br />on this <a href="http://costigurgu.com/" target="_blank">link</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Booktasters</h3><div style="text-align: left;">Of course I want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing<br />me a free copy, in return of my honest review, which I did. </div>Kathleen Van Lierophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05714950998610116888noreply@blogger.com0New York City, New York, Verenigde Staten40.7127753 -74.005972812.402541463821152 -109.1622228 69.023009136178842 -38.849722799999995