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Obligation To The Family
The short mystery thriller novels in this series can be read as stand-alone books but we would recommend following the sequence and feeling the intense build-up as each of the murderers are introduced in Mr Davies, 1A Penn Road and Jay Deux. They all then meet up in the final book, The Gentleman.
The three murderers are tasked with an assassination and must work together to kill the target for the good of the family. But things do not go as planned. The target reveals a secret about the family and as a result… one of them ends up dead!
King of the Forgotten Darkness: A Raven’s Tale Fantasy
King of the Forgotten Darkness, by Erik Goodwyn, is a sweeping portal fantasy that follows Liam Panregon, a trauma-scarred man wrestling with his past in a polished, tech-obsessed society called Midworld. But Midworld isn’t the only world. Liam is from Erentyr, a dark, war-ravaged realm of magic and myth, which he fled as a child after a devastating family tragedy. Now, haunted by memories, tormented by dreams, and drifting in emotional limbo, Liam learns his mother may still be alive—and the only way to save her is to return to the very nightmare he escaped. What unfolds is a deeply personal tale of grief, recovery, and reckoning, layered with high fantasy lore, psychological nuance, and existential stakes.
Goodwyn’s prose walks that delicate line between poetic and punchy. Moments of vivid beauty flash alongside gut-wrenching internal monologues and bursts of raw action. The first half is a slow burn, and I mean that in the best way. We linger inside Liam’s trauma, his simmering anger, the mundanity of a life that doesn’t fit, and the emotional cost of “normalcy.” It felt brutally honest. I found myself really feeling for Liam—not because he’s noble or heroic, but because he’s lost, complicated, and relatable. The world-building, split between sterile sci-fi futurism and moss-drenched fantasy realms, is done with skillful contrasts. The tech-saturated Midworld is chillingly familiar, while Erentyr oozes mythic weight and danger.
What really stuck with me, though, was the emotional arc. This book doesn’t just dabble in trauma—it stares it down. The nightmare sequences are genuinely haunting. The tension between forgetting and remembering, between escape and confrontation, gives the story real soul. There were a few places where the dialogue dipped into exposition a bit too heavily, and some transitions between worlds felt slightly abrupt. But those are small bumps in a ride that’s otherwise immersive, meaningful, and heartfelt. Goodwyn’s background in psychology shines through, lending the story layers of metaphor without ever feeling clinical.
I’d recommend King of the Forgotten Darkness to readers who love fantasy that goes deeper than dragons and quests, though it has those too. If you’ve ever wrestled with ghosts of your own, or questioned where you belong, this one’s going to land. Fans of Neil Gaiman, Robin Hobb, or even Ursula Le Guin’s more introspective work will find a lot to chew on here. It’s for those who want their escapism laced with truth, and their heroes cracked but unbroken.
Pages: 344 | ISBN : 978-1803417653
Metabolic Reboot: From Crisis to Cure with The Power of Food
In Metabolic Reboot, James and Crystal Bass share an unflinchingly honest journey from the shock of a devastating diagnosis to a powerful transformation grounded in whole-food nutrition, faith, and intentional living. The book begins with Crystal’s painful diagnosis of Paget’s Disease—a chronic and degenerative bone condition—and blossoms into a practical and emotionally rich guide to reclaiming health through diet, low-impact exercise, fasting, and holistic supplements. With detailed explanations of bodily systems, a wealth of nutritional guidance, and heartfelt testimony, the Basses aim to educate, inspire, and offer a path forward for those battling chronic illness.
What struck me most was the raw sincerity of the storytelling. The opening chapters are heavy with emotion—there’s fear, grief, and a sense of helplessness that’s almost tangible. But woven through that vulnerability is this strong, unwavering love between James and Crystal. They don’t pretend to have all the answers, and that humility makes their advice land with more weight. When they talk about organic food, supplements, and lifestyle shifts, it doesn’t feel preachy—it feels like a hand extended to help you up.
It is worth noting that parts of the book felt a bit encyclopedic. The lists of nutrients and supplements were informative and broke up the emotional rhythm of the narrative. I appreciated the clarity and practicality. There’s no fluff. No empty promises. Just a real couple navigating pain, offering what worked for them. I found myself dog-earing pages and writing notes for my own pantry overhaul. It’s clear they’ve done their homework—and lived it.
Metabolic Reboot isn’t just a wellness book. It’s a love story. It’s a faith journey. It’s a wake-up call. If you’re someone who’s hit a wall with conventional treatments, or if you’re just looking to live with more intention, this book is worth your time. It’s especially helpful for those dealing with chronic illnesses or seeking gentle, sustainable health practices.
Pages: 96 | ISBN : 978-1963737936
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