Aug 11, 2007
Bent Coin by Stephen Byers
“Bent Coin” by Stephen Byers begins in 1898 with the death of Suzanne’s mother, followed by fond memories of her father told in creative flashbacks. When her father dies, Suzanne inherits his Chicago real estate business. She meets Harry Matheu, a truck driver with a greedy hidden agenda, whom shelater marries. However, two weeks after they begin dating, she has him investigated and... read more
Aug 11, 2007
The Naked Jaybird by Stephen P. Byers
The setting for “The Naked Jaybird” by Stephen P. Byers is modern day Canada, focusing on the life and experiences of one private investigator – Rolland Royce. A bright young man with a hero for a father to live up to, he becomes entangled in a suspected Chinese scheme to attack from Canada to bring America to its knees. Rolland takes a job as a bodyguard for Mr. Stanley, an important... read more
Aug 11, 2007
Dayspring Dawning by Jeanine Berry
“Dayspring Dawning” by Jeanine Berry is the first book in a series based upon the world of Gaea. The struggle mounts between the humans who have newly turned back to the Sky Gods and those who follow the aliens that have come to teach the psiborn how to use their talents to further the human race. Just a few superstitious peasants clinging onto the old ways in fear of change, but is everything... read more
Aug 10, 2007
Walking With Elephants by Karen S. Bell
In this chatty first-person tale, “Walking With Elephants”, Karen S. Bell introduces the reader to Suze Hall. Suze has lived a conventional life, aside from a yearlong relationship with an art student while she was in college. She defines herself by what she is to other people. She is Bob’s wife; Skip, Ilana and David’s mother; Marcia’s friend; Elliot’s co-worker. She... read more
Aug 10, 2007
Rumors of War by Peggy Tibbets
The Gulf War is the backdrop of “Rumors of War” by Peggy Tibbets. “Rumors of War” delves into the disruption caused by the overseas conflict during the early 90’s resulting in the activation of Phillip Singleton’s reserve unit. After a tearful goodbye, Ilene Singleton takes over the reigns of running the household while undertaking the stressful job of overseeing some... read more
