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The 7th Dimension (The 21 Tattoos Series Book 2)
Derek Hollinger, a plastic surgeon, finds himself at a crossroads. Life weighs heavily on him, and when inexplicable tattoos begin to spread across his body, he takes them as a sign of cosmic upheaval. Suddenly, his world feels orchestrated by hidden forces. A teenager’s brutal assault, a cryptic old woman, and a dying gang member capture his attention, each thread tugging at a larger mystery he cannot ignore. Convinced these events intertwine, Derek embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim control of his life. Along the way, he must outwit Spider, a ruthless criminal bent on destruction, and uncover a path toward the divine.
The 7th Dimension by Monica Broussard is a taut thriller, reminiscent of The 9th Gate and infused with echoes of Dan Brown’s bestsellers. Though it is the second installment in a series, Broussard skillfully provides context, allowing new readers to immerse themselves without confusion. The novel is an eclectic fusion of genres, melding the grit of Elmore Leonard’s crime tales, the intrigue of religious thrillers, and the structure of a police procedural.
At the center stands Derek, a layered and compelling protagonist. The tattoos mark more than his skin; they symbolize a reckoning with the very core of his existence. To shed them, Derek must confront his misplaced values and the moral rot threatening his soul. Yet the danger is not solely internal. The malevolent Spider stalks him with equal menace, ensuring that Derek is besieged both from within and without. This dual conflict heightens the suspense, drawing readers deeper into his desperate struggle. The more we discover about Derek, the more his plight elicits pity, and the more we long for his release from the curse he bears.
Broussard demonstrates remarkable control over atmosphere and tension, driving the narrative toward a searing climax in the book’s final act. Her dialogue rings true, her pacing sharp, her tone deliberate and assured. The 7th Dimension delivers a chilling, thought-provoking tale that cements Broussard as an author capable of balancing imaginative concepts with gripping execution.
Pages: 230 | ASIN : B0DC1R9XTV
The Wonder of Archaeological Digs
Finders follows a group of university students on an archaeological dig in Cornwall who uncover an ornate, gem-encrusted Celtic relic filled with ancient mystery. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
I’ve often felt there’s something magical hiding just out of reach in the British landscape. I like walking to hillforts, standing stones, burial mounds, and the like. And I’m interested in reading about archaeological discoveries, watching videos about digs, and listening to history podcasts. All that came together in the opening of Finders.
Capturing the personalities of college students while keeping the story focused and moving forward can be a challenging task. What character did you enjoy writing for? Was there one that was more challenging to write for?
I especially enjoyed writing as Ozzie, mostly because of his wry sense of humour about the world and himself. I got stuck some way through the first draft when my bare, vague plot plan didn’t work, but Ozzie kept making me want to discover what happened next.
It was hard to express the main antagonist’s narcissistic megalomania and at the same-time make him seem like a real person rather than a moustache-twirling, melodramatic villain.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
The fascination of exploration and discovery, particularly the discovery of what lies beyond the material realm; and, tied in with that, shifts in awareness. At least I think those are themes. To be honest, I never thought about the book’s themes until my developmental editor asked me what the central theme was . . .
Where does the story go in the next book, and where do you see it going in the future?
Mercie, Ozzie and Petroc journey through what Petroc calls “a more subtle level” of existence, where the relationship between mind and matter is different, as is the relationship between one mind and another. After confronting two of their enemies there, the three return to the dig. Now seeing the “normal” world in a new light, they confront the third of their enemies in a way they did not anticipate.
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On the Edge
When I picked up On the Edge, I expected a quiet memoir, but what I found was something more like a raw confession and an unfolding diary of spiritual transformation. Adria Sanders takes the reader through her past lives, telepathic experiences, encounters with entities, and moments of stark human vulnerability. She moves from memories of childhood déjà vu to complex visions of portals, parallel universes, and whispers from the Akashic realm. The book reads as both a personal story and a larger meditation on what it means to live as a soul searching for purpose in an unpredictable world.
I found myself pulled into her honesty. At times, the writing feels like a friend sitting across from me, sharing secrets. There’s no glossing over the strangeness of what she describes. She talks about past life memories, premonitions, and the deep ache of longing for a love she feels spanned centuries. That kind of openness takes courage, and I believe the emotions she puts on the page. Her vulnerability is the kind that makes me pause and think about the invisible threads in my own life. Some passages are heavy and hard to process, and yet they carry a warmth that kept me reading.
The stories flow quickly from one to the next, and at times I found myself wishing she had lingered a little longer on certain ideas to let them sink in. The blend of paranormal experiences and deeply personal struggles creates an intensity that can feel a bit overwhelming, yet it also reflects the richness of her journey. In a way, it adds to the authenticity. It’s not a polished guide; it’s full of questions she doesn’t always answer, and that’s what makes it feel alive. I appreciated the mix of skepticism and surrender in her voice. She doesn’t preach. She just tells it as it came to her, and I respect that.
I’d say On the Edge is a book for the curious. It’s for readers who enjoy stories about spiritual awakening, past lives, and the mysterious side of existence, but also for those who simply want to sit with someone else’s raw experience of searching for meaning. If you want a memoir that feels like sitting in the middle of someone’s storm, seeing both the fear and the wonder, then this book is worth your time.
Pages: 261
Finders
Robert J. Collins’ Finders kicks off a sprawling story rooted in ancient mystery and young discovery. The novel follows a group of university students on an archaeological dig in Cornwall, where what starts as a search for pottery shards and Roman tiles quickly transforms into something much more extraordinary. At the center is Ozzie, a dry-witted archaeology student who stumbles into a buried enigma, an ornate stone with gem-encrusted carvings and hints of long-lost rituals. As the dig deepens, tensions rise among the team, strange local figures emerge, and what lies beneath the surface, both literal and emotional, begins to shift their reality.
Reading Finders felt like being caught between a campus comedy and a mythic awakening. I absolutely loved the banter between the students. It’s quick, playful, and often funny. Ozzie is a wonderfully grounded narrator, the kind who doesn’t take himself too seriously but still brings a lot of heart to his observations. Collins has a real ear for dialogue. It’s chaotic, clever, and completely believable. But what surprised me most was how seamlessly that humor folded into something deeper. The archaeological details are rich but not overwhelming, and the slow burn of supernatural or symbolic significance unfolding in the knotwork stone was addictive. I didn’t expect a book about digging to keep me turning pages this fast.
The writing isn’t afraid to take its time. Collins lingers in conversations and small moments, and sometimes that gives it a slower pace than I wanted. But by the end, I appreciated the buildup. The characters felt real, not in a polished, archetypal way, but in the clumsy, lovable, kind-of-annoying way real people do. I was drawn to Mercie and her mystical side, to Carl’s playful chaos, and even to the mysterious Petroc, who might be charming or dangerous or both. The book flirts with fantasy, but it keeps one muddy boot firmly planted in the real world. That mix makes it special. It reminded me of Susan Cooper or early Neil Gaiman, only with more beer and sunburns.
Finders is for readers who like their magic grounded and their characters messy. If you enjoy smart young adult fiction with ancient puzzles, witty dialogue, and the tension of something just-about-to-happen, this book is worth your time. It’s not flashy. It’s not fast. But it leaves you curious, unsettled, and thrilled. I can’t wait to see where the story goes next.
Pages: 260 | ASIN : B0FBXCM5BW
Buried Treasure
Buried Treasure is a spiritually rich and emotionally resonant novel that follows the intertwining journeys of Cassie and Stella, two women navigating pivotal crossroads in their lives. Cassie, grieving a miscarriage and at odds with her husband over the pace of healing and next steps, attends a mystical retreat that gradually reveals not only her emotional truth but a deeper, spiritual clarity. Meanwhile, Stella, a wise, older therapist also at the retreat, undergoes her own awakening, rediscovering a magical inner world tied to fairies, healing, and forgotten memories. Through soulful conversations, dreamlike sequences, and otherworldly encounters, the book guides readers through themes of loss, joy, self-discovery, and the ethereal presence of unseen guides.
From the first page, I was drawn into the gentle rhythm of Lovell’s prose. The writing is lyrical but never pretentious, with a voice that feels both sincere and tender. She writes like someone who truly believes in the healing power of storytelling. The emotional depth in Cassie’s inner journey, her grief, doubts, hope, and quiet courage, feels real. And then there’s Stella, whose spiritual adventure becomes something far more than fantasy—it reads like a deep meditation. Lovell doesn’t just tell a story; she invites you to breathe it in slowly. The blend of mysticism and raw emotional honesty never feels forced, it works.
The book walks a fine line between metaphor and message. There were moments when I felt swept up in the magic, especially when Stella stepped into the world of fairies and healing pyramids. Other times, it leaned into spiritual exposition, slowing the momentum. But maybe that’s the point. It’s a story you sit with, one that asks you to slow down and feel. Lovell’s voice is warm and wise, like she’s gently holding your hand through your own personal remembering.
Buried Treasure is not your average novel. It’s part love story, part spiritual manual, part soul balm. I’d recommend it to anyone who’s been through loss, who’s questioning their life path, or who just wants a reminder that magic can live in our most broken places.
Pages: 162 | ISBN : 1763689905
Awakening 52
In Awakening 52, Jamie Smith recounts a moving spiritual experience that began with a near-death moment in 2014 and led to what he calls a “soul awakening.” The book details his journey through what he describes as portals into the afterlife, guided by eternal beings and flooded with divine love, revealing deep metaphysical truths. Across 22 chapters, Smith uses vivid, emotional storytelling to connect his near-death vision with lessons about faith, life purpose, the soul, and human existence beyond the physical realm.
Smith doesn’t pretend to have it all figured out, which actually makes the book feel more relatable. Right in the first few chapters, he takes us through the intense pain of cluster headaches and his desperate, heartfelt prayer at 2:52 PM, the moment that opened the gateway to his spiritual odyssey. It didn’t feel like a story he polished for effect; it felt like he ripped it out of his chest and laid it bare. His description of the “two-dimensional picture” appearing on his wall was so specific and unusual that it stuck with me; it was the kind of moment that cannot be fabricated, and it set the tone for the deeply personal nature of everything that followed.
Smith’s writing is unfiltered and emotionally charged. While it occasionally digresses and leans heavily on repetition, this stylistic choice ultimately proves effective. It conveys the sense that the author is not merely recounting experiences, but emphasizing the profound impact of each personal revelation. A notable example appears in Chapter Three, Cleansing of Soul, where he describes reuniting with the souls who shaped his life. His recollection of mowing a neighbor’s lawn as a child is unexpectedly moving, not merely nostalgic, but imbued with a sense of reverence. Through such memories, he transforms ordinary, seemingly trivial interactions into meaningful, even sacred, soul connections. The passage evokes reflection on one’s own past and the individuals one might hope to encounter again in a realm of pure light, a deeply resonant and powerful notion.
The imagery, such as valleys of light, swirling cocoons of love, and temples of wisdom, at times, evokes the tone of a guided meditation script. However, it raises a fair question: who is to define the appropriate language for describing a soul’s journey? There is, undeniably, a sincere charm in his unwavering commitment to articulating the ineffable. Chapter Fourteen, Valley of the Hidden Sun, stood out to me. The notion that diverse cultures and belief systems ultimately converge toward a singular, divine source offers a vision of hopeful universalism that is both compelling and deeply resonant.
Awakening 52 reads less like a conventional book and more like a deeply personal confession, an urgent, almost intimate appeal as if the author is quietly imploring the reader to understand something difficult to express. It is not a work that will resonate with everyone; those who seek empirical evidence or neatly defined theological frameworks may find it lacking in structure or rigor. However, for readers who have ever gazed at the night sky and felt a longing for something beyond the tangible, for a deeper, more mysterious truth, this work may offer a powerful sense of recognition. It is heartfelt, sincere, and unmistakably human. And perhaps that, ultimately, is its greatest strength.
Pages: 173 | ASIN : B0F3JV4TV3
Life Beyond Our Human Boundaries
The Gift chronicles your transformative journey from skeptical seeker to confident spiritual guide, uncovering intuitive gifts and ancestral wisdom through decades of metaphysical exploration. Why was this an important book for you to write?
My journey showed me that there is much more to life on earth than we discern with our five senses and I felt it was important to share this with others who are embarking on a similar path. Not only to know of this expanded view of the world but to utilize this dimension to enrich one’s life as well as elevate group consciousness.
What moment during the writing of The Gift felt the most vulnerable to put into words?
Although I believe this memoir made me more vulnerable in general because of my experiences with the beyond, I would say being contacted by extra-terrestrials was by far the most compelling and significant encounter confirming there is life beyond our human boundaries. Admitting to having contact with extra-terrestrials back in the eighties was controversial and looked upon with disbelief.
Were there any spiritual encounters you chose not to include in the book because they felt too personal or unbelievable?
Funny that you should ask that question. Yes, there are many more incredible occurrences that were left out. For instance, my psychic abilities have expanded exponentially. I have met strangers and been able to connect with their loved ones and give a meaningful message. It is not something I consciously do, but when someone who passed on knows I can relay a message they get excited and ask me to do so. I also am able to tune into the years that trauma occurred in one’s life by looking at their energy field which can facilitate healing. Now that I have established a presence, my next book will include a deeper level of exploration.
If you could offer one piece of advice to readers who are just beginning to notice intuitive experiences in their lives, what would it be?
First, be open to the potential that there is much more to the world than what we can see. Secondly, meditate to calm the body and mind to allow a deep level of relaxation that prepares one for hearing their subconscious thoughts as well as connecting to the collective unconscious. These practices can lead to synchronicities and open the gate to the unseen world.
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