N. Anderson

The Frailty of Innocence

Revisado: 07-06-20

Aaron Paul Lazar’s Voodoo Summer explores the innocence of children. The plot follows preteens through the vastly different realities of their home life and the outside world. More often than not, the collision guides children’s social compass as they mature.

The book’s main character, 13-year-old Gus LaGarde, has had a few run-ins with the harsh realities of the world before his adventure starts during the Summer of 1966. He’s no stranger to the evils of arson and murder, but now rape, incest, and racial bigotry have been added to the list of his ethical dilemmas when he meets Willy. Their budding friendship immerses him into the taboos of the South, and Gus takes on bullies of all ages to preserve his perception of right and wrong.

I recommend Aaron Paul Lazar’s, Voodoo Summer: a Gus LeGarde Mystery, for any reader looking to remind themselves of the frailty of innocence. - N. Coney

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Wait for it! The crescendo is worth it.

Revisado: 05-24-20

Stalking, pedophilia, suicide, human trafficking, and murder, all enough to create a suspense thriller on their own, collide for the ultimate storyline in Kristen Middleton’s, Forget Me Not.

Divorcee, two-time widow, and single mother, Amanda, travels home to Summit Lake, Minnesota to claim an unexpected inheritance and finds that a menacing presence has followed her. Her usual assured nature becomes irrational and apprehensive as her stalker’s harmless pranks begin to terrify her and endanger those she loves. Amanda engages in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with her prowler but gets her no closer to discovering his identity. Be that as it may, the story behind her ex-husband’s possible suicide unravels unforgivable suspicions and truths that lead her right to the monster that she helped create.

While some of the predicaments in which the characters find themselves can be a bit cliché, Middleton masters layering unsuspecting twists in the plot that throttle the reader and her characters into the next crisis.

Middleton takes her time weaving the reader through the backstory, consequently giving the novel a slow start. Nevertheless, it all adds to the character build of the ominous “Him.” The facets surrounding his need for revenge and acknowledgment is what kept me holding on, waiting for him to show himself. I loved that he was not an easy reveal, and the ending was more than I could have asked.

Kristen Middleton’s, Forget Me Not, is a great listen for anyone who likes to experience their thrills in a crescendo of suspense laced chain of events.

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All-time FAVORITE

Revisado: 05-07-20

This is one of my all-time favorite books. I've listened to it on Audible over 30 times over the past few years. Its more suspense than horror, but I love the connection between the characters and the historical plot that could be so real even though its fiction. This book opened the door for my own writing journey and is one of the reasons why Brandon Massey is my all-time favorite author. The book ended with a cliff hanger and I'm still waiting for my ending.

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A Must Read

Revisado: 03-27-20

The storyline moved fast and kept me interested. Having the different voices of the characters made the story come alive. I was left with so many questions. Iwant more of the story.

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Now one of my favorites

Revisado: 02-05-18

I am officially now apart of the Brenda Hampton fan club. Even though the book was more full of mischief than naughtiness I loved every minute of it and will be reading the other Naughty volumes to keep up with the characters.

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Surprised

Revisado: 06-14-17

I almost didn't listen to it because I thought it wouldn't be ghostly enough for my taste, but I loved every minute of it

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