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Drenched in Midnight: Three Days of Night
Drenched in Midnight is a haunting, dreamlike novella that drifts between love story, myth, and psychological unraveling. The book follows James and Laura, a couple who accept an invitation to a mysterious island resort called Embra. Their stay begins as an idyllic digital detox but quickly turns into a surreal exploration of memory, identity, and transformation. Guided or maybe manipulated by their enigmatic host, Byron, they find themselves entwined with an island that seems alive, pulsing with strange bioluminescent flowers and whispers of their own family histories.
The writing has that cinematic quality where you can almost smell the salt air and feel the humid stillness of the jungle. When the seaplane lands and the couple is greeted by linen-clad hosts whispering, “Welcome to the Isle of Embra,” I felt the tension coil right there. The author doesn’t rush. Every description of the glimmering tide pools, the glowing flowers, the hushed castle, is deliberate, seductive. It’s a slow burn that rewards patience. My favorite early moment was when James and Laura touch the glowing sand on the beach and realize it’s alive somehow.
What I loved most about this book is how it blurs reality. The alternating chapters between Byron, James, and Laura make you question who’s really telling the truth or if truth even matters here. Byron’s chapters, especially “The Host” and “The Keeper’s Secret,” have this eerie calm, like a cult leader convincing himself he’s benevolent. There is a quiet but unsettling intensity in the way he speaks of “guiding” his guests toward transcendence, and his fixation on the bloom, a luminous, sentient flower that draws life from human emotion, evokes both fascination and dread. But the emotional anchor is really Laura. Her realization that her family’s history is entwined with the island carries profound emotional weight. It’s that classic gothic moment, bloodlines tangled with curses, but reimagined with a sci-fi shimmer.
There are scenes that stuck with me long after I closed the book. When James and Laura find the Night Garden, for instance, the glowing petals, their bodies literally lighting up as they make love under the bioluminescent canopy, it’s both erotic and terrifying. The writing there is electric, unapologetically sensual without being gratuitous. You can feel the island consuming them, memory and identity merging until you’re not sure if they’re still themselves or just vessels for something ancient. Then there’s Byron watching them from the shadows, whispering, “The flower remembers.” That line still echoes in my head. It’s creepy, beautiful, and sad all at once.
Drenched in Midnight lingers long after its final page, not because of shock or spectacle, but because of the quiet reverence it builds for mystery itself. Hilbert crafts a world where memory, desire, and the natural world intertwine in unsettling harmony, leaving the reader both captivated and unsettled.
Pages: 136 | ASIN : B0FP9L8K3G
Forgiven: A Novel
Forgiven tells the story of the Covo family as they face overlapping crises that test faith, morality, and love. Nicky Covo, a Holocaust survivor and aging psychiatrist, is sued for malpractice after a former patient’s suicide. His wife, Helen, grieves her dying daughter. His daughter, Kayla, wrestles with schizophrenia, creative paralysis, and religious doubt. His son, Max, struggles under career pressure. And hovering above them all is Sister Theodora, Nicky’s sister and a nun in Greece, who tries to heal her fractured family through faith. Across continents and faiths, the book explores guilt, forgiveness, and the ways suffering reshapes belief.
Reading this book felt like stepping into a storm of emotion. I admired the quiet power in the writing. The prose is unhurried but charged with feeling. I liked how the story moved between the ordinary and the sacred, between New York apartments and Greek monasteries. The characters felt raw, sometimes painfully so, and I often found myself wincing at their honesty. Nicky’s battle with disbelief hit hard. His bitterness toward God made sense, and his eventual return to faith felt earned. Kayla, though fragile, had a haunting beauty in the way she sought meaning through music. The dialogue felt real, especially in its awkwardness, and I appreciated that the author didn’t clean up the messiness of family life.
There were moments when the narrative lingers on introspection or theological debate. Yet, I can’t say I minded much. There’s a rhythm to the book. The writing is filled with quiet compassion, and by the end, I felt changed. Forgiveness here isn’t cheap. It’s painful, slow, and human. That truth stayed with me.
Forgiven reminded me of the emotional depth and moral searching found in Marilynne Robinson’s novels, especially Gilead, with its quiet struggle between faith and doubt wrapped in the tenderness of family love. I’d recommend Forgiven to readers who like stories that sit heavy in the heart. It’s for those who’ve doubted, who’ve loved someone they couldn’t save, or who’ve wondered where God goes when life falls apart. It’s not a light read, but it’s a good one.
Pages: 337 | ASIN : B0FHXML7BD
The Quest Home
Daniel C. Davis’s memoir is a deeply personal exploration of what it means to build and belong within a family. The book follows Davis’s journey from childhood reflections to marriage, fatherhood, and the emotional architecture of creating a true home. Told through intimate vignettes and lessons drawn from family, love, and loss, the story is both memoir and meditation. Each chapter feels like a room in a house, built with care, filled with lived experience, and connected by a common thread of love, faith, and self-discovery. It begins with Davis’s parents teaching him that a home is made through connection, continues through his partnership with his wife, Quinnyana, and culminates in the formation of their family and the profound lessons that come with it.
The writing is clean and heartfelt, full of small moments that hit hard because they’re real. I loved how Davis didn’t pretend to have it all figured out. He let his uncertainties live on the page. His stories about learning to listen to his wife, confronting fear, and realizing that home is something you create every day hit close to home. There’s a warmth to his voice that makes even the simplest moments, like losing tater tots or hearing a song in a car, feel loaded with meaning. The structure is steady, but the tone is conversational, which made the emotional turns land even harder. I found myself nodding, smiling, and sometimes tearing up at how familiar his lessons felt.
What stood out most to me was the humility in Davis’s storytelling. He never writes like he’s teaching a class on love or family. He writes like someone learning alongside you. His openness about vulnerability, grief, and the courage it takes to stay connected in a world that constantly pulls people apart is refreshing. Some passages made me pause, not because they were complex, but because they were so honest. The idea that home is not a place but a practice, a daily act of choosing connection, lingered with me long after I finished. There were moments where I wished he’d gone even deeper into certain conflicts or emotions, but maybe that restraint is part of what makes the book feel genuine. It’s not about drama; it’s about meaning.
I’d recommend The Quest Home to anyone who’s ever wondered what it really takes to build a life with someone. It’s perfect for couples, new parents, or anyone reflecting on family and legacy. The book is full of love and life lessons that feel earned rather than preached. Davis’s journey reminded me that home isn’t something you find once. It’s something you keep building, brick by brick, moment by moment, through connection, patience, and faith.
Pages: 127 | ASIN : B0FPPCB7C8
Born From My Own Awakening
Star People’s Wisdom takes readers on a sweeping exploration of consciousness, from the Akashic Records to the Quantum and into the newly revealed Megaquantic Field, as well as weaving together personal experiences, channeled messages, and cosmic insights. Why was this an important book for you to write?
Star People’s Wisdom was born from my own awakening and multidimensional experiences. It felt essential to share this wisdom because humanity is ready to remember its divine origins. The book serves as a bridge between science, spirituality, and cosmic consciousness, a transmission meant to awaken, heal, and expand the reader’s awareness of who they truly are.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?
I wanted to reveal the existence of the Megaquantic Field, a new energetic dimension beyond the quantum level, and to teach readers how to reclaim their energetic sovereignty. The book emphasizes self-healing, higher communication with benevolent star beings, and understanding that love and frequency are the keys to transcending the old human matrix.
For readers new to exploring higher dimensions and looking to learn more, where would you suggest they start?
Begin with stillness, through meditation, presence, and heart awareness. Let Star People’s Wisdom guide you intuitively rather than logically, as each page carries activations for consciousness expansion. From there, explore practices such as Akashic Records or Quantum Healing to deepen your connection with the higher realms.
What is one thing that you hope readers take away from Star People’s Wisdom?
That they are infinite beings of light with the power to heal, create, and remember their multidimensional essence. My hope is that the book inspires readers to live from love, unity, and higher awareness, fully embodying the truth of who they are.
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on spiritual concepts, interdimensional beings, and personal evolution. It encourages
readers to explore their own inner wisdom, connect with higher consciousness, and
participate in the ongoing evolution of humanity.
Blending mystical insight with lived experience, this book explores the dynamics of
reincarnation, karmic retribution, DNA evolution, and the awakening of feminine
consciousness, as well as the discovery of a completely new field never known before – the
Megaquantic Field – along with breakthrough new knowledge in the Quantum Field and its
levels. The book offers a new perspective on a variety of higher dimensions waiting for us to
discover.
Through direct channeling contact with interdimensional beings, including the Founders,
Arcturians, Lyrans, Lemurians, Blue Avians, Andromedans, Teta-uli, Piki, the Galactic
Council, Celestials, and more, this work unveils the deeper structures of existence and offers
a roadmap for personal transformation and planetary service.
It weaves together timelines, star lineages, and the soul’s multidimensional nature, guiding
readers through energetic shifts, spiritual integration, and cosmic remembrance.
Key themes include:
Interdimensional Realms & Star Beings: Descriptions of various high-frequency
beings, their missions, and their connection to humanity’s evolution and guidance.
DNA & Cellular Transformation: Exploration of human genetics; particularly the
activation of dormant DNA strands, the double X chromosome, and shifts in the
feminine reproductive system, even on a physical level as part of Earth’s ascension.
Karmic Healing & Soul Contracts: Methods for resolving karmic imprints through
spiritual rituals, offerings, and ancestral connection; the parent-child relationship as a
portal for soul growth.
Energy Clearing & Implant Removal: First-hand accounts of energetic interference,
multidimensional implants, and the liberation of personal energy fields.
Earth Grid Work & Portal Activation: The role of star seeds and Earth Grid workers
in rebalancing the planetary energy field and activating sacred sites.
Channeled Messages & Instructions: Direct messages and instructions from
various beings, offering guidance on meditation, breathing exercises, and energetic
practices to support personal and planetary ascension.
Collective Consciousness & Unity: Messages of unconditional unity, the return of
Avian beings, and the remembrance that all beings are interconnected within the
greater whole.
Personal & Collective Evolution: Emphasis on personal growth, self-awareness,
and the collective evolution of humanity, including the integration of different aspects
of self and the shift to a higher vibrational state.
Dimensional Shifts & Ascension: Information on different dimensions, the
transition to higher levels of consciousness, and the symptoms and experiences
associated with these shifts.
Visions, Prophecies & Dimensional Travel: Vivid experiences in crystalline
pyramids, gelatinous dimensions, and spheres of ancient Atlantean knowledge
guarded by dolphins; prophetic insight into Earth’s shifting trajectory and energetic
recalibration.
Star People’s Wisdom is an invitation to reclaim your multidimensional identity, remember
your soul’s purpose, and embody the frequencies of the New Earth. It is a guidebook for the
awakened, the curious, and the star-born, those who are ready to heal, rise, and co-create a
future in harmony with the cosmic rhythms of light and consciousness.
Eastern Shadows
Peter Nordgren’s Eastern Shadows unfolds as a gripping crime mystery set in Thailand’s bustling streets and shadowy back alleys. The story follows Shane Morris, a disillusioned journalist drawn into a desperate mother’s search for her missing daughter, Ploy. What begins as a reluctant favor becomes a labyrinth of lies, corruption, and guilt, leading Shane deep into Thailand’s underworld. The narrative moves between America and Thailand, weaving together lost souls, powerful tycoons, and the ghosts of past choices. It’s both a mystery and a meditation on how people lose themselves trying to do what’s right.
Nordgren’s writing is sharp, cinematic, and drenched in atmosphere. The sense of place is stunning. Bangkok hums with noise, and the atmosphere feels thick. The pacing hit just right, with slow burns and sharp turns that caught me off guard. I loved the dialogue. It sounded real, sometimes harsh, often sad, always human. But what really stuck with me was the contrast between the external chaos and Shane’s quiet unraveling. He’s not a hero, not really. He’s a man scraping at the edges of his own failures, using someone else’s tragedy as a way to find purpose again. It hit harder than I expected.
At times, the prose is very detailed, but even in those moments, the emotion carried me through. The scenes of Ploy’s fear and confusion are haunting. The cultural texture feels lived-in, not like research notes. You can tell Nordgren knows Thailand, not just its beauty, but its rough corners. The deeper I got, the more I realized this wasn’t just a thriller. It’s about guilt, redemption, and the ghosts we make for ourselves. I felt uneasy, angry, hopeful, sometimes all at once.
I’d recommend Eastern Shadows to readers who like their mysteries rich with grit and emotion. It’s perfect for fans of atmospheric crime fiction, travelers drawn to Southeast Asia, or anyone who likes a story that makes them think about the mess inside people’s hearts. It’s dark and heavy, sure, but it’s worth the ride.
Pages: 334 | ASIN : B0FLZJ6YN7
A Struggle Between Two Worlds
Kevin Matthew Hayes’s A Struggle Between Two Worlds is a bold and heartfelt space war epic that follows Lieutenant Jaxon, a pilot caught between duty and despair in a solar system torn apart by conflict. The story begins with heart-thumping battles above the moons of Mars, shifts into tense debriefings aboard a massive carrier, and spirals into a deeply human story about faith, loyalty, and survival. It’s part space opera, part war journal, and part meditation on what it means to keep going when everything you care about seems to be slipping away.
The writing doesn’t waste time. It throws you straight into the action with vivid detail and the silence of space pressing in from every side. The dialogue feels natural, even when it’s clipped and military, and that helps ground the futuristic setting in real emotion. There’s something lonely about it all, a kind of quiet heartbreak that runs under the explosions and heroics. I could feel Jaxon’s exhaustion, his doubt, and his fear. I also admired the author’s balance between world-building and humanity. The space battles are cinematic, but what lingered with me were the small moments like Jaxon’s conversations with Quincey, the call home to his wife and daughter, and the silence after loss. Those pieces hit hard.
Sometimes the technical talk about ships and missiles drags on a bit, and there are places where the dialogue leans heavy on old war clichés. But even then, it fits the characters. These are soldiers trying to stay sane, clinging to ritual and bravado to mask their fear. The pacing slows in the middle, but the emotional punch makes up for it. I also liked how Hayes doesn’t glamorize war. The battles are terrifying, not triumphant. Every victory feels costly. By the end, when Jaxon faces Markov one last time, it’s not about pride or revenge, it’s about finishing what can’t be escaped. That ending stayed with me. It felt raw and real.
This book would be perfect for readers who love classic military sci-fi or flight stories that dig into the human heart behind the machinery. Fans of Top Gun, Battlestar Galactica, or The Expanse will find a lot to love here. I’d also recommend it to anyone who wants an action story that still remembers what it feels like to be afraid, hopeful, and deeply, painfully human. A Struggle Between Two Worlds isn’t just about space, it’s about the fight we all face between faith and despair, and the small, stubborn will to keep flying anyway.
Pages: 35 | ASIN: B0FRW5JRRQ
My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere with Me: Illustrated in American Sign Language (ASL Children’s Books)
Dylan and his mighty monster truck embark on countless adventures in My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere With Me, a vibrant coloring and activity book by Kathleen Marcath. This delightful collection bursts with 77 action-packed pages filled with coloring fun, puzzles, mazes, journaling prompts, and hands-on challenges designed to spark creativity and learning in young minds.
What truly sets this book apart is its thoughtful inclusion of American Sign Language (ASL). Each page introduces children to new ASL signs and helpful tips, seamlessly blending play with education. From the moment I opened the book, the integration of sign language stood out as both unique and valuable. It’s rare to see a children’s activity book that so beautifully encourages communication and inclusivity while remaining entertaining.
Packed with variety, this book offers everything from sentence-writing practice and time-telling exercises to vocabulary building and art activities. The learning opportunities feel endless. I could easily envision this being used not only at home but also within classroom settings. The educational value is immense, children develop language, fine motor, and cognitive skills while discovering a new way to communicate through ASL.
A particularly charming addition is the journaling section. Encouraging kids to write, reflect, and express themselves instills early habits of mindfulness and emotional growth. Teaching children that journaling can be both fun and meaningful is a gift that extends well beyond the pages of this book.
The illustrations by Isaac Liang are simply wonderful. His art radiates energy and perfectly complements each activity. His illustrations bring every page to life, inviting children to immerse themselves in each new adventure. Author Kathleen Marcath’s passion for ASL and Deaf culture shines throughout. Her innovative approach bridges learning and play, encouraging inclusion in an engaging, memorable way.
My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere With Me is a standout treasure among children’s books. It entertains, educates, and empowers, making it an ideal addition to any child’s library or classroom. With its dynamic activities and heartfelt mission to introduce ASL, this book comes highly recommended for readers young and old alike.
Pages: 36 | ASIN : B08MCL5JGL
The Case Against Jasper
The Case Against Jasper is an allegorical mystery set on Wildwoods Farm, where gossiping hens, nervous rabbits, and a wrongly accused squirrel turn a simple accident into a full-blown witch hunt. It begins with Jenny’s fatal fall and the farm’s rush to blame Jasper, her closest companion. From there, the story unravels like a rural courtroom drama with animals as witnesses and moral philosophers. Ink the ferret and Fiona the cat, unlikely detectives, sift through lies, fear, and half-truths to reveal that the tragedy is less about guilt and more about how communities twist truth when panic takes hold.
I found the writing to be both charming and haunting. Wilcox blends the innocence of a children’s tale with the sharp edge of social commentary. The dialogue feels lively, sometimes gossipy, and the pacing, though deliberate, mirrors how real-life rumors spread, slow at first, then uncontrollable. The tone is simple but carries a quiet intelligence, like an old storyteller who knows how to make you see yourself in the animals. Some sections are weighed down by exposition, yet the prose always pulls you back with its sincerity. The setting, rustic, quiet, full of whispering fields, feels alive, almost cinematic.
What struck me most was how human the story felt. Beneath the feathers and fur, Wilcox explores bias, fear, and the instinct to assign blame when truth is inconvenient. The farm becomes a mirror for our own world, where perception often wins over evidence. I felt anger for Jasper, admiration for Ink’s calm logic, and deep sadness for how easily the crowd turns cruel. The ending, more restorative than punitive, felt like a sigh of relief and a reminder that justice is as fragile as reputation.
I’d recommend The Case Against Jasper to readers who enjoy thought-provoking fables and slow-burn mysteries. It’s perfect for those who liked Animal Farm or Watership Down but crave something more intimate, something about forgiveness and truth in small places. It’s not just a story about animals. It’s a story about us, the way we talk, accuse, forgive, and finally, understand.
Pages: 273 | ASIN: B0FRYJLV4W
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