Review Tales

Eating Ice Cream in Armageddon by Gabriel Bacopa (Book Review #49)

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Jeyran Main

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There is a lot to cover in this book even though it consisted of three completely different short stories.

The first story is about Robert, a great professor of Philosophy in the 21st center and his teaching at the Yale University. He isn’t the most punctual teacher. However, he never misses a class. One day his strike ends, and he misses one session. The school sends a patient that suffers from hebephrenic schizophrenia in his place. The students being unaware of this fact start debating philosophical and theoretical content with him, and to the reader’s astonishment, he can handle them all. Starting from the comparison between the ghost and mush he ends up dazzling all the students questioning everything. This was very comedic, funny and delightful to read.

The second story is about an Arab boy named Michael falling in love with a girl named Halima, in an ice cream shop. His background is very confusing, and even Micheal does not know how to explain it. There are political references mentioned in this story regarding the Israel- Palestine situation and even though it is forbidden for them to talk to each other they end up running away together after a bomb explosion near the mall they were hanging out. The dialogue between the two lovers was childish and had no depth. The overall story had no consistent plot; it was confusing, and some parts kept repeating themselves.

Letters from the Fourth Reich, the third story, is a collection of emails/ letters back and forth between Labeeba & Gabriel. The overall take on the exchange was similar to a dialogue between two people in love. However, what was disturbing was that in one instance Labeeba informs Gabriel that she suffers from mental illness and Gabriel in return responds with “Please don’t make your personality disorder an excuse for you not working.

Honestly, I think you’re a lazy bum”. People that suffer from mental illness are not lazy and are certainly not using their situation to stay at home and not work. Although this is a fictional story, I found that a little offensive later did I find out that the Author is also suffering from such an affliction which made more sense to the whole third story. He wished to express how others might think or treat ones that suffer from mental issues.

I believe this Author has great potential in writing and look forward to reading more of his work.

Written by Jeyran Main

This review as kindly requested by the Author, Gabriel Bacopa.

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Last exit to Montauk – Phillip Vega (Book Review #315)

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Jeyran Main

Rethink Happy: An Entrepreneur’s Journey Toward Finding Authentic Joy by Doug Kisgen (Book Review #53)

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Jeyran Main

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This review is written for Online Book Club.

“I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars.”

Although this book is a fictional story, it comes from a very real place. The Author uses two characters in his tale to express and communicate his message to the reader.

The significance of the message is way more useful than the story, however, sometimes, I believe people listen and learn faster and more effectively when it is said in a tale rather than a more direct approach. What is this message you ask? How to authentically be happy with your life!

Cleve is a successful businessman and has everything a person would want in life, right up until he loses it all. Camino becomes his life coach and directs him towards a journey that he has never taken before. Camino’s approach comes with three fundamental principles quoted from the author “Old school philosophy and new school science towards understanding the secrets of living with authentic joy.”

This book is very uplifting and joyful to read. By the end of the tale, the message is clear, and it does make you wonder about your own life and have you think through the way you are currently living. Time, love, peace and sacrifice are all key to succeeding in this path of fulfillment. In addition, there are some spiritual and religious references included, in hopes of achieving happiness. Many concepts are discussed in this book the tale has a very realistic approach on triumphing setbacks in life.

Struggling is what we do when we cannot find the right path to take and since living in the 21st century comes along with many ups and down, I believe that having this book on your bookshelf will definitely work in your favor especially when times are tough.

Written by Jeyran Main

The Mirror in My Dorm Room – Lashonda Beauregard (Book Review #314)

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Jeyran Main

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The Mirror in my dorm room is a short book time travel novel. It is about a college girl named, Justina who happens to walk through a mirror, going back to 1932. While she is exploring the past, she is considered as a celebrity dating a dashing musician. As she returns and reads more on Laurice Haywood, she discovered a great deal about her life and how she passed away.

I found several editing issues within the work which was a shame since I really liked the storyline. Although the book was short, the author manages to include many references to the timeframe she writes about. The plot is created with care, and it is apparent that the work has been researched.

I recommend this book to people who like to read short stories about time travel.

Written by Jeyran Main

Sirens Wave by J. A. Hazel (Book Review #52)

Posted on October 15, 2017 by Jeyran Main

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Love stories are timeless, and for centuries we have adored reading, watching, and retelling these tales. Sirens Wave is just that and a little more. I am actually surprised that this book has not received its worth of publicity. It really is a gem. Two unlikely people with completely different personalities meet in the most improbable ways and wrestle through this voyage of self-discovery and love for one another throughout this book.

The style of writing is unique and the way the two characters interact is genuinely funny and such a tease. The pace of the story is very well designed to keep you interested right up until the end. Besides the swearing and drug abuse, which the author does give you a warning beforehand, I felt that it was a very well put together plot and summarized in a satisfying way.

Sometimes past experiences, previous demons, and heartbreak cause you to stop feeling the way that one should naturally feel. It explains why Bran was behaving the way he was. The defense mechanisms were written so well, and I applaud the author for including these little touches into her work.

Ava, on the other hand, is oblivious to what is going on around her even though her womanly intuition is alarming her of Bran. The two dance along with their feelings and the situations that arise; leaving the reader wanting to know what happens every page they turn.

I recommend this book to fiction romance readers and look forward to reading more from this author.

Written by Jeyran Main

This review was kindly requested by the Author, J. A. Hazel.

Welcoming K.L Loveley

Posted on October 15, 2017 by Jeyran Main

Storm of Arranon by R.E. Sheahan (Book Review #51)

Posted on October 14, 2017 by Jeyran Main

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This review is written for Online Book Club.

“I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars.”

Erynn is an intercept pilot. There are things she knows about her past that influences the future. Her father is from Arranon, and her mother is from Korin, enabling her to have powers from both sides within her. When Korin and Arranon are at war, she discovers exactly what these powers are and learns about a prophecy that is connected to the planets. She can save everyone only if she finds the way to unlock it.

Jaer, the handsome hero that assists Erynn in escaping, becomes her love interest however the story mostly focuses on Erynn.

This heroine has the ability to connect to animals, and that was a sweet touch to the story. The book is packed with drama, and the author manages to create a beautiful fantasy world that one could vision in their mind as they read it. There is plenty of action, fighting, tension, and suspense.

This science fiction story has a fascinating plot and interesting character building. The ending is not like the normal kind you read and provides anticipation for wanting more, yet not displeased with the outcome.

There are many authors that tend to mix in various genres with their plots but are not that skillful in succeeding. They often confuse the reader or get them lost in their thoughts, however, Storm of Arranon is an exception. You sincerely feel the emotions, the turmoil and understand the story completely. The literary standard of this book was in such capacity, where you would feel and grow with the characters. This factor alone should earn and qualify the book to be four stars.

This book is suitable for young adults as well as anyone that likes to read on science fiction & fantasy.

The only thing I would change is the cover. It is absolutely hideous, and I am not sure why the author selected it unless she wanted to make the following point:

Don’t judge a book by its cover.

Written by Jeyran Main