Heal!

informative book

HEAL! Wholeistic Practices to Help Clear
Your Trauma, Heal Yourself,
and Live Your Best Life

written by dr. Randall S. Hansen

My review

In "HEAL! Wholeistic Practices," Dr. Randall delivers a compassionate
and insightful exploration into the journey of healing from trauma.
With expertise and empathy, Dr. Randall offers readers a roadmap to
navigate their own paths towards healing, empowerment, and living
their best lives.

I liked the way Dr. Randall writes and thinks. His book is built up very
well and is so informative.

Overall, "HEAL! Wholeistic Practices" is a profound and empowering
resource for anyone seeking to embark on a journey of self-discovery,
healing, and personal growth. With its compassionate guidance,
practical tools, and transformative insights, this book serves as a
beacon of hope for those ready to embrace their inherent capacity for
healing and live their best lives.

Without any doubt I give a 5 star rating to this book.

Booktasters

I want to thank booktasters and the author as well for providing me a 
free copy, in return of my honest review, which I did. I'm sorry that it
took a while (due to work) for reading and reviewing.  

Source picture: Book cover

Slay Bells Ring: The Rise of the Banner Elk Slayers

An enjoyable read

My review

Due to work and some travels I read a christmas horror book with delay in 
February.

However, I enjoyed it very much. It was written very well with a good sense
of humor.

Did I say the characters were great too?

Normally I don't like horror themed stories, but this one was a fantastic read.
So, without a doubt I give 5 stars for this book. 

Ps. Although it is a Christmas themed book, don't hesitate to read it during
other periods of the year!

Booktasters

As always I want to thank booktasters for their patience and for providing me
a free copy in return of my honest review, which I did.

I also want to thank S. David Acuff, the author, as well for sending me the
free copy.

Jirvania: Book 2 in the Julu series

"What a beautiful book!"

My review

The 2nd book I read this year was a fantasy story with the title Jirvania. This
beautiful book was written by Jan Anderegg and published on May 9th. 2021.
It contains 506 pages in the Kindle edition. So, it took a while for reading and
reviewing, but it was worth every minute I spent for this book.

While reading I always make some notes. These were the notes I wrote down,
while reading Jirvania:

- The story is full of adventure, romance, and self-discovery, keeping readers
hooked from beginning to end.

- The author's vivid prose brings the fantastical world of Jirvania to life,
transporting readers to a realm filled with magic and mystery.

- The characters are complex, relatable, and well-grounded, making
them easy to root for and connect with. I really enjoyed reading about the
adventures of Jack and Julu. 

Overall, Jirvania is a well-crafted and entertaining novel that offers a
captivating story, immersive world-building, well-developed characters,
and a heartwarming message. It is a must-read for fans of fantasy literature
and anyone seeking an engaging and uplifting read.

Without any doubt, I give a five star rating for Jirvania. 

Booktasters

I really want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing me a
free copy and for their patience. It took a while for reading and reviewing this
beautiful book, but it really was worth all the time. 

Source picture: Book cover 

Our Man in Munich written by A.M Sadar

well written book

My review

While reading Our Man in Munich written by A.M Sadar I noted some points

of the book:

Strengths:

A well-developed and complex protagonist - good characters

A suspenseful and engrossing plot

Insightful exploration of the themes of war, trauma, and resilience

Weaknesses:

The novel's historical setting may not be familiar to all readers

The novel's ending may be a bit abrupt for some readers

I really enjoyed the historical story and the characters so, I give a 

4.5 à 5 star rating. 

The Book

The Kindle edition of Our Man in Munich was published on 
15 January 2022. It is available on Amazon.

Booktasters

As always I want to thank Booktasters and the author A.M Sadar

as well for receiving a free copy in return for my honest review, 
which I did. 

A single Spark written by Tayvia Pierce

 very good book

My review

A Single Spark by Tayvia Pierce is a well-written and engaging fantasy
novel that follows the story of Lady Carys, an overlooked and gossiped-about
member of an aristocratic family. When her family is forced to flee their land
after rumors of murder and corruption plague them, Carys finds herself at the
center of a storm that is even bigger than what they've been through before.

Pierce does a masterful job of world-building, creating a fantasy world that
feels both familiar and unique. The characters are complex and believable, and
the plot is full of twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

One of the things I loved most about A Single Spark is the way Pierce
explores the themes of family, loyalty, and forgiveness. Carys is a complex and
relatable protagonist, and her journey to self-discovery is one that many readers
will be able to connect with.

Overall, A Single Spark is an excellent start to what promises to be an
exciting and engaging fantasy series. I highly recommend it to fans of epic
fantasy, family drama, and suspenseful fiction.

Without any doubts, I give a 5 star rating and I hope to read more books from 
this wonderful author.

The Book

Series Rise Of The Phoenix (#1)

468 pages, Paperback

Published: July 1, 2023 by BookBaby

ISBN: 9798350901061

Language: English

Booktasters

As always, I really want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing
me a free copy in return of my honest review, which I did. 

To end I wish you all a very happy Sunday and a good start of the brand new week!

Saint Bloodbath

 A page turner

My review

Saint Bloodbath by Frederick Douglass Reynolds is a true crime book,
which kept my attention from the beginning till the end. I wanted to 
know how things would turn out.

Reynolds's writing is vivid and suspenseful, and he does a masterful job
of recreating the crime scenes and the investigation that followed.

I highly recommend Saint Bloodbath to anyone interested in true crime,
social justice, or the human condition. It is a well-written and thought-provoking
book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Without any doubt I give a 5 star for this book. 

The book

Saint Bloodbath was published on May 4th. 2023. It has 375 pages.

The author

👉 To know more about the author Frederick Douglass Reynolds check
his page on this link. 

Booktasters

📚✎ I want to thank Booktasters for providing me a free copy in return
of my honest review, which I did. Thank you! 

My Queen, My love: A Novel of Henrietta Maria

Captivating novel

My review

Due to my interest for royal history, I was very keen to read "My Queen,
My Love: A Novel of Henrietta Maria" written by Elena Maria Vidal. 

The book didn't let me down, it captivated me from the beginning
to the end, although I knew how the story continued...

The author wrote this book very well and she painted a perfect picture 
from the 17th. century. It was very nice to read.

So without no doubt, I recommend this book to all royal history lovers.
I hope to read more books written by Elena Maria Vidal.

I'm very pleased to give a 5 star rating for this captivating novel.

Booktasters

As always, I want to thank Booktasters for receiving a free copy in return
for my honest review, which I did. 

A Thing With Feathers

 A great debut novel

Written by J.John Nordstrom

My review

A Thing With Feathers is a fantastic story, very well written with lots
of humour, suspense, drama, fear and passion.

The characters are developed well and I enjoyed the interaction
between the characters. 

I also liked the writing style as well as the story on itself.

To conclude: A Thing With Feathers is a must read and I hope there
will be a sequel soon.

Without no doubts, I give a 5 star rating!

The author

To know more about the author, check his page on this link. 

Booktasters

I really want to thank Booktasters, for providing me a free copy in return
of my honest review, which I did. 

Tangle of Choices: An Intriguing Continuation of the Neglected Merge Trilogy

Author: Eve Koguce

Rating: ★★★★★  (5/5)

A wonderful fantasy story! 

My review

Amazing world

One of the most notable aspects of Tangle of Choices is Koguce's
exceptional world-building. With vivid descriptions and meticulous
attention to detail, the author paints a vibrant tapestry of fantastical
realms, each with its own unique attributes and complexities.I
enjoyed being in those other world very much! 

The characters

The author explores the intricate dynamics between characters,
delving into their relationships and internal struggles. This
attention to character development adds a layer of realism and
relatability, making the reader invested in their fates.

Intrigue

The plot of Tangle of Choices is a masterful blend of adventure,
suspense, and political intrigue.

Writing style

Koguce's writing style is elegant and immersive, capturing the
essence of the magical elements within the story. 

Conclusion

To conclude, Tangle of Choices is a satisfying continuation of the
Neglected Merge trilogy, offering a seamless blend of fantasy,
adventure, and emotional depth. It's a must read for everyone who
likes fantasy. 

Without any doubt I want to give a 5* rating.

Booktasters

I want to thank Booktasters and the author, Eve Koguce for providing
me a free copy in return of my honest review wich I did. Thank you! 

Pirate Cove: An Insider's Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal

 "Intriguing story"

Although it is a busy period as the touristic summer season has started, I
menaged to read and review a splendid book: Pirate Cove: An Insider's
Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal.

My review

'Pirate Cove: An Insider's Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal'
read very quickly. I enjoyed the story.  I was a bit shocked what the main
character had to do. It intrigued me. Of course I wanted to know the end. 

Anyway this book really is worth to take a look. Without any doubt I give
a 5 star rating!

The Book

Pirate Cove: An Insider's Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal
was written by Richard D. Bailey. It contains 252 pages. The expected
publication date is 7 November 2023. 

Booktasters

I really want to thank Booktasters for providing me this intriguing read in 
return of my honest review, which I did. 

Neglected Merge

 An entertaining book

My review

While reading and reviewing a book I always make notes, but this time I
forgot to write things down, because Neglected Merge took me in a world
I never could imagine before.

It is very entertaining, it has great characters and a fantastic plot. That's
why I recommend Neglected Merge to all who like to read wonderful
fantasy books.

Without any doubts I give a five star rating for this entertaining book!

The author

Neglected Merge is written by Eve Koguce. You can read more about the
writer on her lovely website on this link. 

Booktasters

I received a free copy of Neglected Merge via Booktasters and the author

as well, in return of my honest review, which I did. 

WOAD

 A beautiful novel

My review

What a beautiful novel! I really enjoyed reading WOAD because it was more
a fairy tale than a fantasy novel. I also liked the detailed way of the story. 
The writing style was very fluent and pleasant for reading. It contained parts
of mythology which I absolutely adore. Therefore I give a recommendation
and a 5 star rating!

The book

Publisher‏ : ‎ Montag Press (12 November 2022)

Language ‏ : ‎ English

Paperback ‏ : ‎ 254 pages

ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1957010207

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1957010205

The author

WOAD is beautifully written by James Isaac.

Booktasters

I want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing me a free
copy in return of my honest review, which I did. 

Is What I'm Thinking True?

 A Fantastic book

My Review

I always enjoy fantastic children's book with a great lesson.
This book has it all and the more the layout was extremely
beautiful and colourful.

I recommend this book to parents and teachers, because
it's a good guide.

Without any doubt I give five stars for this fantastic book!

The author

Is What I'm Thinking True was written by Lynn McLaughlin.
She has a lovely website on this link. 

The Book

Author : ‎ Lynn McLaughlin Co. (7 November 2022)
Engels

Paperback ‏ : ‎ 36 pages

ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1775001784

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1775001782

Age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 10 

Booktasters

I want to thank Booktasters and the author Lynn McLaughlin as
well for providing me a copy in return of my honest review, which
I did. Thank you very much! 

The Twin: Who Are They? And Who Are We?

 A book that makes you think!

My review

This certainly is a book that makes you think! Are the things the way they
really are? 

I liked the layout very much and the story as well, although I missed the
depth of the characters. Perhaps they could be more explained?

However I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to read 
a good science fiction story.

Anyway I give a 4 star rating for " The Twin: Who Are They?
And Who Are We?"

The book

Format:     124 pages, Paperback

Published:     September 14, 2020 by Minds Unfettered

ISBN:     9781735277905 (ISBN10: 1735277908)

Language:     English

Author: Karel Jan Kosman

Available: Amazon

Booktasters

I want to thank Booktasters for providing me a free copy in return of
my honest review, which I did. Thank you! 

Two: One Destined to Addiction the Other to be Free

 A good read

My review

Due to the interesting topic, addiction, I wanted to read this book very detailed.

Meanwhile I had lots of emotions: sadness and joy because of the two different
stories. I missed a bit of the depth of the book, on the other hand I liked
the simplicity. 

I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in the topic.

It was a bit difficult to rate this book well, so in doubt between 4 and 5 stars,
I chose the highest rating, which is 5 stars.

The Book

Published by Sandriam Publications Inc.; 1e edition on 17th March 2019.

The book contains 124 pages.

Written by Alexander T. Polgar

Booktasters

I want to thank booktasters for providing me a free copy in return of my honest
review, which I did. 

This Boundary Will Not Bind Us: Night Gem

 Great characters

My review

It took a while to read the book, due to the lenght of the story but it was
really worth to take the time for reading.

A key role in this story is for the great characters. I got the idea I really
knew them and that was very nice!

So don't be put off by the beginning and the length of the book, but 
continue reading and you'll discover a wonderful story. The author did
a fantastic job.

Of course for Night Gem, I give a 5 star rating and I hope to read more
books like this.

The Book

Format: 787 pages

Published: February 21, 2022

Language: English

Available: Amazon

The Author

Music was Erica’s first language; a mirror reflecting her soul.
As the rhythm unfolds, it unravels her heart and unleashes her dreams.

Sadly, Erica lost her singing voice to a tragic illness. Exiled from her
passion, she was left craving catharsis. Song after song, story after
story, photo after photo, visions of Erosia came to life. It became
clear that Erica is more than a musician. She is a vessel through
which passion emerges. Through her whisper, she led her band,
Erosian Exile – but as her vocal cords deteriorated, writing became
her new voice. Her fantasy series, Night Gem, reveals the origins of Erosia.

More about the author on this link. 

Booktassters

I really want to thank Booktasters for providing me a free copy in return
of my honest review, which I did. 

Servitude

 An exciting read

My review

Recently I read "Servitude" from Costi Curgu. I must say, the book really got
me from the beginning till the end. I was very keen to know the complete
story. It has a great main character and a fantastic plot. 

Servitude is a must read for everyone who likes a story full of action.
Without any doubt I give a five star rating for this exciting read. 

The book

More details about the book:

Format 320 pages, Paperback

Published October 17, 2022 by Kult Books

ISBN 9781738659302

Language English

It's available on Amazon

The author

The author of Servitude is Costi Gurgu. He has his own website, check it
on this link.

Booktasters

Of course I want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing
me a free copy, in return of my honest review, which I did.  

Gray Cells

 What a beautiful comic

Source picture: Book cover

My review

I must admit, I love to read comics. As a Belgian, we are raised with the 
classic comics such as Lucky Luke. 

However from the first moment I read Gray Cells Comic, I was sold.
Such an amazing beautiful layout, very well painted and the story was 
fantastic!

I really liked the cover too! So if you like to read interesting and beautiful
painted comics, don't hesitate and read Gray Cells Comic.

I give with lots of pleasure a 5 star rating and I hope plenty of Comics will
follow!

The book

Gray Cells was published on 30 January 2023. It contains 150 pages. 

Booktasters

As always, I want to thank Booktasters and the author as well for providing
me a free copy in return for my honest review. Which I did. Thank you very
much!

The Coven of Deeds

 "A splendid fantasy and adventure book"

My Review

I really enjoyed this fantasy and adventure story very much. It was 
written very well, it had a great plot and good, strong characters. 

I liked the layout and the cover painting as well! 

I recommend this book to all young adult readers who like a
fantastic story with lots of tension.

Of course, I'd like to give a 5 star rating for this splendid book. 

Author

The accidental author - Malcolm started writing in response to his 8
year old daughter's request when he was making up bedtime stories
about dragons and other magical adventures one night.
"You have to write that one down daddy!" Maya insisted.
Maya then provided illustrations and ideas for the book which
incorporates a number of characters based on her close friends and
family. The book won the YA category in the 2017 Purple
dragonfly book awards.

Booktasters

I absolutely want to thank Booktasters and the author for providing
me a free copy in return of my honest review which I did. 

Wellness Wellplayed - The power of a playlist

It was fun to read this book.

Summary

Music is powerful. The right song at the right time can make you smile,
cry, dance, or breathe a contented “ah.” 

In Wellness, Wellplayed, music therapist Jennifer Buchanan shows us
how to develop and use music playlists with purpose, as a bridge
to something deeper within ourselves—and a way to address our
human need to feel, create, and connect.

It has 152 pages, Paperback

Wellness Wellplayed was published September 10, 2021

My review

It was fun to read this wonderful book! It's a splendid mix between
sciences and personal stories. 

The book gives new views about how to use music well. I think I'll
listen to some playlists now :-)

Anyway, I enjoyed reading this book and I would recommend this
to all people who love music.

I give a 5 star rating for this pleasure read.

Booktasters

I want to thank Booktasters and the author Jennifer Buchanan for
providing me a free copy in return for my honest review
which I did.