Nevermore Trilogy

The Nevermore Trilogy

Books 1-3

Anniversary Edition

Shannon Mayer

4 Bookgasums

I had some issues with this trilogy due to not being a fan of post apocalyptic stories and due to the fact that my husband has end-stage kidney failure.  I have read most of Ms. Mayer’s other works and I am a huge fan of her writing.  Ms. Mayer’s does not let you down when it comes to her character development, her storyline and her amazing ability to draw you into the story and have you biting your nails as you turn the pages. 

There are twists and turns that will have you on an emotional roller coaster throughout this trilogy so have your teddy bear, some chocolate and some Kleenex at the ready.

Technical/Formatting:  I read the book in the Mobi/Kindle version and found no issues with the formatting.

Story Line:  In a world torn apart by a supposed medical wonder drug can two people find love?  Is there a cure to be had and if so will it really work? 

Character Development: Sebastian and Mara were well fleshed out characters that you couldn’t help but feel for and cheer on.

Grammar and Other Nit Picking: I found only a few spelling error and they were not so bad as to stop the story flow.

While not a big fan of this trilogy, I will say that Ms. Mayer’s lives up to her great story telling and I look forward to reading more from this fabulous author.

Book 1 https://www.amazon.com/Sundered-Anniversary-Nevermore-Trilogy-Book-ebook/dp/B01M1J58XM/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1480519754&sr=1-1&keywords=nevermore+trilogy

Book 2 https://www.amazon.com/Bound-Anniversary-Nevermore-Book-2-ebook/dp/B01M65BRRV/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1480519754&sr=1-2&keywords=nevermore+trilogy

Book 3 https://www.amazon.com/Dauntless-Anniversary-Nevermore-Trilogy-Book-ebook/dp/B01MXKFG1B/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1480519777&sr=1-3&keywords=nevermore+trilogy

Magically Delicious

Magically Delicious

Book 4

Magic & Mayhem Series

Robyn Peterman

4 Bookgasums

Lucky Charms are not the only thing that is Magically Delicious

Eccentricities abound in Assjacket, WV and I wouldn’t want it any other way.  Ms. Peterman brings us another ‘bang your head’ hilariously funny story in this latest addition to the Magic and Mayhem series.  With lines like, “HoHos were deliciously destructive”, you know you are in for a non-stop redonkious read.

Technical/Formatting:  I read the book in the Mobi/Kindle version and found no issues with the formatting.

Story Line:  While some of the story line was a little out there that is what makes Ms. Peterman’s books so great so I am only deducting one Bookgasum for this.

Character Development: Zelda and all of the other characters are well developed and feel as if they are real. You can really come to love or hate the characters which to me is a true sign of how well written the characters are.

Grammar and Other Nit Picking: I found only a few spelling error and they were not so bad as to stop the story flow.

I cannot wait the next book in this series and in Ms. Peterman’s other series.

https://www.amazon.com/Magically-Delicious-Magic-Mayhem-Book-ebook/dp/B01MA3LASM/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1479224709&sr=1-1&keywords=magically+delicious+robyn+peterman

Venom and Vanilla

Venom & Vanilla

Book One of the Venom Trilogy

Shannon Mayer

5 Bookgasums

“Which monster do you want to become?”

This new trilogy is full of action with a touch of humor and a lot of creativity.  It is the first adult paranormal book I have read that brings in the old Greek gods along with the shifters and vampires.  I found myself singing/humming “Super Trooper” by ABBA while reading the book due to the non humans being called ‘Super Dupers’ by the main character. 

The story flowed effortlessly with me only stopping to research a few Greek gods as I have forgotten most of those stories.  I didn’t find many if any spelling, grammar, or formatting (Kindle version) errors.  I couldn’t put this book down and the end came too quickly for me.  I cannot wait to see what Ms. Mayer’s has in store for Alena and the Super Dupers next.

https://www.amazon.com/Venom-Vanilla-Trilogy-Book-ebook/dp/B01KI00WYU/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1474994202&sr=1-1&keywords=venom+and+vanilla

Vampyres, demons, a baboon named Blobbityflonk, Candy Land and marathon closet sex.

Fashionable Dead and Wed

Book 7 Hot Damned Series

Robyn Peterman

4 Bookgasums

Vampyres, demons, a baboon named Blobbityflonk, Candy Land and marathon closet sex.

  Now that is the way to start a book

Oh, by the way, did I mention that Steve Perry is a unicorn. Its true because Mother Nature said so. 

 I know, right.  It just blows the mind.  Ms Peterman starts the book with a bang and just keeps it going throughout the entire story.  There is humor, mystery, family drama, and love.  All the bases are covered in this story.

I laughed and I cried.  Let’s face it I went through many tissues through the last third of the book.  Most were happy tears but there was that one time where they were tears of fear and worry.  If you are needing a positive, upbeat love story for the ages then this is a book for you.

Even with the fast pace of Ms Peterman’s stories she is able to draw the reader in with her vivid descriptions and her wonky, yet realistic characters.  There was a electronic formatting issue in the beginning of the Kindle version I read but that just gave me a chuckle.  No real spelling issues but there were numerous added or wrong words that made me have to stop reading and re-read the sentence a few times to figure out what was going on.  Due to the number of these errors I have had to give the book only 4 bookgasums. 

I enjoyed the story and was glad to see the wedding take place.  I cannot wait for the next installment to find out if the other members of the Royal family can be saved and to find out what a half Hellhound and half baboon will look like.

https://www.amazon.com/Fashionably-Dead-Wed-Seven-Damned-ebook/dp/B01KKRQ6I2/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1474374738&sr=1-1&keywords=dead+and+wed

Ash

Ash

Book 6

Shannon Mayer

4 Bookgasums

Ash takes place between Windburn and Rootbound and is told though Ash’s point of view.  I had a hard time getting into this book because I knew how it would end but I kept on reading and I am glad that I did.  You will be able to feel the love and devotion Ash and Peta have for Lark and it will lift your spirits, I promise you.

I read this as a Kindle and found no formatting errors.  Likewise, there were little to no spelling, grammar, or punctuation error to hinder my reading enjoyment.  Again, Ms Mayer delivered an amazing story with a lot of twist and turns.  She answered questions but threw all new questions at us.  There are new characters such as Norm the yeti.  There are emotional tsunamis that left me sad and then had me laughing.  I cannot wait to read the next installment, Spirit Sown.  But first I am going to go re-read the series to see what else I might have missed the first read through.

I received this book as an ARC for an honest review.  I have also purchased the book because I enjoyed it and wanted to add it to my collection of this series.  I think the fact that I purchased the book, even though I already had a copy speaks to how well I enjoyed the book and the series.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JE26P58/ref=s9_acsd_simh_bw_c_x_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-3&pf_rd_r=W43XY9YA4QF95M1T23PT&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=2102488362&pf_rd_i=133141011

Liam

Liam

Book 2 in the Rylee Epilogues

Shannon Mayer

4 ½  Bookgasums

‘Hang on to Your Panties’

This is a must read for fans of either/both of Ms Mayer’s

Rylee and the Elemental series.

Within the first few pages I was emotional thinking about those poor little ogre babies and then again when we learn what is going on with the dragons and those sweet babes.  The gang thought they had saved the world from total destruction but did they really or is the end just starting?

I found no formatting errors (Kindle version) and honestly I was so caught up in the story that I don’t remember if there were any grammar issues.  I was able to read the book straight through without interruption which for me gives the book a higher rating. 

Ms. Mayer draws you into her world with rich backgrounds and complex characters.  With each chapter and each book you can see the characters grow and sometimes get tore down from all that life has thrown at them and yet they keep going.  Rylee and the gang weave their way into your heart and their joys and sorrows become yours.

I look forward to many more stories from Ms. Mayer and cannot wait to see what world she has in store for us in the future.

https://www.amazon.com/LIAM-Rylee-Adamson-Epilogues-Book-ebook/dp/B01IFXF454/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1468846659&sr=1-1&keywords=liam#navbar

No Were to Run

No Were to Run
Robyn Peterman
4 Bookgasums
If ‘asscanoe’ offends you, then this is not the book or author for you.
Ms. Peterman’s sense of humor will have you laughing out loud or banging your head against a wall. Heck, you might just do both. Along with action and humor there are many, many new colorful words to learn. Make sure to include them in your next conversation with a co-worker or loved one.
There were a handful of grammar issues but they didn’t seem to slow down my reading or my enjoyment. I read this story on a Kindle and had no formatting issues. Overall I would say the book is solid and there should be no major issues to give you a technical headache.
I did end up with a crying headache by the end of the book but every touching, crying scene was from tears of happiness. Ms. Peterman really knows how to draw you into the characters and their world. I cannot wait to spend time with everyone in Hung and I am especially looking forward to see how Sandy handles Hung’s naught sheriff.

https://www.amazon.com/No-Were-Run-Shift-Happens-ebook/dp/B01GR9HRVW/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1468844267&sr=1-1&keywords=no+were+to+run#navbar

Rootbound

RootBound

Shannon Mayer

4.5 Bookgasums

25 years after Lark’s banishment in the desert, the mother goddess again has a mission for her.  Once again, Lark is thrown in a race against Blackbird.  Who will win?  Will the mother goddess again protect her favorite, Blackbird?  This is just part of what takes places in this newest adventure in the Elemental series. (This story picks up right after the Rylee book  “Blood of the Lost”).

Another book full of action, adventure and even heartbreak so be prepared to bite your nails one minute and then reach for a tissue the next.  Not sure how much more Lark can handle but I will sure be tuning in to find out.  With only a few books in the series left I am wondering how Ms. Mayer will spin the few remaining stories.  My fingers are crossed that there may be a happy ever after to this series without any of my favorites dying.

I read this as a Kindle and found no formatting errors.  Likewise, there were little to no spelling, grammar, or punctuation error to hinder my reading enjoyment.  Again, Ms Mayer delivered an amazing story that drew me in right from the start.

I received this book as an ARC for an honest review.  I have also purchased the book because I enjoyed it and wanted to add it to my collection of this series.  I think the fact that I purchased the book, even though I already had a copy speaks to how well I enjoyed the book and the series.

https://www.amazon.com/Rootbound-Elemental-Book-Shannon-Mayer-ebook/dp/B01CPQZYKC/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1465401816&sr=1-1&keywords=rootbound+the+elemental+series+book+5

Rylee

Rylee: The Rylee Adamson Epilogues Book 1 Shannon Mayer

5 Bookgasums

I was super excited to see that Rylee was back, yet at the same time I was still heartbroken over the loss of Alex.  Ms Mayer’s mentions Alex throughout the book which made the book bittersweet as I am still not over his loss.  Just a few pages into the book and I was tearing up with the memories of those we lost in the books and the thought of those precious babies, children, and those yet to be born never getting to know their parents.  Yuppers, grab your tissues it will be an emotional read for many of you.

I will say that with all of the death and destruction at the end of the Rylee series, it was nice to see so many babies.  It was also nice to see Rylee come to terms with what she has become and what she has lost. Like everything Rylee does, she embraced her new identity and even gave it and her a new title.  No longer a Tracker, Rylee is now a Huntress.  Along with the old and new members of the gang, they have a new mission or would that be a new twist to the original mission?  Find and protect the children.

“Things change, times change, and I changed with them.” 

Ms Mayer has given life to a finished series and has done so beautifully.  It feels like we have only turned the page since the final book in the Rylee series and we are off again on a new and exciting adventure.  Ms Mayer does a wonderful job with the weaving of the storyline and the character development and you are drawn into the gang’s lives right from the start.

There were only two or three spelling errors but I am sure Ms Mayer will get these corrected and an updated version of the book will be put out ASAP or maybe it already has. I had no formatting issues reading this story on my Kindle.  Overall, I only had to stop once and that was mainly to laugh at the wrong word (darn spell-check) that had been used.

There is a reason Ms Mayer is on my top 5 authors list.  I am sure she will soon be on your list as well.  Cannot wait for more, which a little birdie told me would be coming very soon.

https://www.amazon.com/Rylee-Adamson-Epilogues-Book-ebook/dp/B01FPJIULQ?ie=UTF8&keywords=Mayer+shannon+rylee&qid=1463329440&ref_=sr_1_4&sr=8-4

Maggie Goes to Hollywood

Maggie Goes to Hollywood (Maggie MacKay Magical Tracker Book 6)

Kate Danley

4 Bookgasums

A new evil has set up home, in Hollywood no less.

I loved the newest book in the Maggie MacKay series.  It was great to see old characters and meet new ones along the way.  Never a dull story when you dive into Maggie’s world.

As far as grammar, spelling, and punctuation I had to take off an entire bookgasum due to the same issue between 5-10 times.  Wrong words were used.  Completely wrong words were used, not misspellings or similar words but completely wrong words like using ‘driveway’ when you mean ‘peanut butter’.  I feel by the time a writer has re-read their work, it is read by 2 beta readers, relatives and an editor or some combination of these the errors I found should never have been there, especially the number of them that I found.  I expect better than this from an author with so many good books on her shelf.  These errors made me stop reading to figure out what was going on and then to wonder why they were not caught and fixed before publication.  This is one of my three top peeves when I am reading.

The storyline was great.  It brought a return of some of the great characters you will find in Maggie’s world.  This time though we may need to find new characters to hate as some of those we thought were enemies are now frienemies.  Ms Danley does a great job of keeping her readers guessing and second guessing.

If you loved the first five books in the series then rest assured you will love this one too.  You won’t want to put the book down until the very end and then you will be looking to see when book seven will be released.

If you are new to Maggie, then please start with book one in the series so you can get the character development from the very beginning.

A must read series!

http://www.amazon.com/Maggie-Hollywood-MacKay-Magical-Tracker-ebook/dp/B01DK6K2DA/ref=la_B004HXIXGY_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1461689357&sr=1-2#customerReviews

Replica

Replica
Book 2 of the Blood Borne Series
Shannon Mayer & Denise Grover Swank
4 Bookgasums

Red Panties on Sale

This is the second book in the collaborated series Blood Borne.  I am glad to say the authors did a fabulous job of creating a full and rich story. Based on the story’s ending I am excited to see there will be more books in this series.

Each chapter is from one of the two main characters points of view.  I am not a fan of this style as it makes the reading choppy which in turn makes it harder for me to get drawn into the story and the characters’ world.  

I did not notice any grammar, spelling or other errors that would slow down my reading.  I read this book in a mobi format and did not find any formatting issues either.  However, I was not a fan of each chapter only having 2 lines on the page before having to turn the page.  That just seems like a way to add to the page count.  This wouldn’t stop me from buying the book but it was annoying.  I did receive this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

It was great finding and reading a book with not one, but two strong female leads. The characters were well fleshed out making me want to find out more about them.  I love the addition of the two new male characters.  We will definitely be seeing some sizzle in upcoming books.

 I was left with questions that I cannot wait to find out more about.  What is the book?  Who are the Blood Witches?  What has been prophesied?   Who is the Queen and what will she do with the book?

http://www.amazon.com/Replica-Blood-Borne-Book-2-ebook/dp/B01AZ3OBMO/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1459270605&sr=1-1&keywords=replica+shannon+mayer

Windburn

Windburn

Shannon Mayer

4.5 Bookgasums

Lark has faced fire and water and now must face the third element; air.  Air was the element that killed her mother and baby brother while she watched helplessly as a child.

Where Firestorm ended, Windburn picked up smoothly and ran.  For me this book may have had a little too much going on in it.  New adventure, death, characters from the Rylee series and so much more.  At times I had to stop and take a deep breath or wait for the tears to stop blurring my vision.

It was so nice to see Griselda (from the Rylee series) when she was much younger and before the madness set in and the same goes for Jack.  It was also to learn more about Peta’s past and to learn how an Element’s guardian is created.  I think both this and the Rylee series are intertwined in such a way that even if you have not read the other series you can still understand what is going on in the current read.

I read this as a Kindle and found no formatting errors.  Likewise, there were little to no spelling, grammar, or punctuation error to hinder my reading enjoyment.  Again, Ms Mayer delivered an amazing story that drew me in right from the start.

I received this book as an ARC for an honest review.  I have also purchased the book because I enjoyed it and wanted to add it to my collection of this series.  I think the fact that I purchased the book, even though I already had a copy speaks to how well I enjoyed the book and the series.

http://www.amazon.com/Windburn-Elemental-Book-Shannon-Mayer-ebook/dp/B017S1KQ0M/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1454358709&sr=1-1&keywords=windburn