Book Review: THE BOOK OF WISDOM by Simon Mercer

  

 

THE BOOK OF WISDOM by Simon Mercer

Very fascinating read. All about symbols and religion and other things you can see in everyday life. That's the part that got to me because I do see them every week and can recognize what they are and what they mean.

Author suggests you keep a sign journal. When you notice something just pause and take in your surroundings, and type of day it is, the breeze and the shape of what you are looking at, where you are physically. Jot all this down in your journal and then try to find the real meaning behind the symbol or sign you have recognized.

Also pay attention to patterns and what they could mean.

Love learning about the past civilizations of people and what they mean for society today. 

Appendices at the end explain a lot more of the terminology and symbols and signs and all about the differences between them all.

More insights into the civilizations and religion groups are also mentioned at the end.

Great reference resource book to keep handy.

 

Book Review: Legends of Yellowstone: The Extended Illustrated Edition (Nannakaz Chronicles) by Kerry Anne Boer

   

 

 Legends of Yellowstone: The Extended Illustrated Edition (Nannakaz Chronicles)

In this special edition there are two different books enclosed. One is the whispering trees, the other the wombat at midnight (in the whispering trees).

What I like about this edition are the pictures that go along with what the author had written in the book. Displays it so effortlessly and with so many details. Love the paths, trails, creeks and other scenes where the girl goes to find clues. She has her journal with her and is a tour guide of sorts. She can tell you where a acertain animal lives and how you can spot them. Even what kinds of signs to look for as some keep to themselves.

The Yellowstone is not in USA but near Australia. Love the ending where the author gives you the references used from centuries ago when they did use expedition tour guides and they noted most everything out there.

The end states the Explorers notes which include a scientific name, found in what terrain, facts about the animal, best time to spot them,  and more special notes from the Yellowstone Whisper.

Great educational and fun read. 

Book Review: Seed of the Defiled by John Edgell

 

 

 Seed of the Defiled by John Edgell

Fantasy genre with other genres mixed in was a bit hard for me to just jump right in. The castration is a bit harsh to read about but it's necessary for the book. Like the adventures the group takes to find the missing heir and their mother. Love stone forest and desert areas. Love Grey wolf and not only the knowledge they bring to the group but also healing methods to help those on the journey. Like all the clues they find and find out who the culprit is that is trying to kill the king. So many different locations in this book that are so very well described. Such small details that make the difference. With so many different names I just know them by the first initial. Ends with appendixes of character and words are explained with how to say them.  Appreciated the appendixes about characters in the story before they were the age they were in the story. Other books by the author a highlighted at the back. I was surprised how it edited and I couldn't believe that there was actually a marriage and because those who did Wrong got their just dues. Never saw a marriage nor how it did end.

Good read if you can finish it to the end. 

Book Review: Summertime & Short Stories by Stanislas Yassukovich

  

 

Summertime & Short Stories by Stanislas Yassukovich

These  international stories are nice to read, takes you away to others problems.

Like the different seasons of the year as they are described in colorful scenes.

Some of the stories relate to alcoholism, mental illness and other diseases. Some got a bit too dark for me to enjoy fully. I felt as if a few were true stories that the author held dear to their heart and soul. I can't imagine them happening to me and how the solution had come about. Doctors would not have performed the surgery where it took place.

Thought twin sisters who are looking for boarders was a bit comical til it wasn't. Can't believe how that one ends. Quite the variety of stories, something for everyone in them.

 

Book Review: Digital Sat Math Workbook Study Guide by Crucible Prep

  

 

Digital Sat Math Workbook e Study Guide by Crucible Prep

What I like about this book is how simple it is to use. There are links that point to online help also. Starts out with you take a test, I consider it an aptitude test to see what areas you really need help with.

I like math but there are some areas I don't do well at all.   The book then breaks it all down into sections to enhance your way of thinking and doing the math so you can achieve a better score in the math portion.  Each section is then explained in further details, showing sketches and charts and other useful information til the light goes on for you.  Everybody has their own way of learning.  Love online tutor help. SO very helpful.

There are also other tests and quizzes along the way to make sure you are getting them right.

After studying, take the test at the very beginning and compare when you first took it.

Very knowledgeable, educational resource book. Keep it handy. 

Aug 25 The Ace of Nerve, Book 2: The White Mouse by Hannah Bryon

  

 

The Ace of Nerve, Book 2: The White Mouse by Hannah Bryon

Nancy has sent Aroha has been sent away with Jules and Nancy is thinking she acted too fast. She wanted the young couple to experience the things of France that she had once done herself.  She regrets that and also that she had whiskey dumped down the drain and she's still missing her medals. Aroha has promised to help her find them....

Love the super details of even the train  before it gets to France, so exact and I can picture myself from train to boat in the journey.

Love learning about their adventures in the city.

Love hearing more of Nancy's spouses and her goal during the war.

So very detailed. Aroha will get help from Jules to find Nancy's medals as he has contacts in that field. Tragedy hits Aroha and she must leave. wonder how that will have an impact on Nancy, hope she returns after a short stay. She has her own secrets and family obligations... The pull of what Aroha wants is fierce.

Love this set of books just on one person, so very detailed, so many phases of her life to share with us.

 

Aug 25 Murder at Rosecliff by Alyssa Maxwell

  

 

Murder at Rosecliff by Alyssa Maxwell

I like this series a lot as I live close by and have actually visited this Bellevue Avenue mansion. They host flower shows and photographs exhibits.

This one starts out when Emma and her spouse Derek have been invited to the ball. Tessie is hosting it at her cottage along the sea in Newport and everybody will be there. The paper has  Ethan handling the information he will need for the event for the paper. So descriptive, the gowns, atmosphere,  flowers, and the food.

Tessie is bombarded with a male visitor and nobody knows who he is and she claims she's not in harm's way. Shortly after the man leaves and another follows him but too late the man is found dead. One is on the wanted list but nobody knows where he is-Ethan... Others find out who he actually was and what he meant to Tessie. I never would've guessed who was involved in the murder. Love the story though how so many follow the clues and track the culprits down. Love the information I learned especially about flooring and how they didn't use nails back in early 1900's.  Love how this all plays out, had me at the edge of my seat.

Love the setting and new things I learned about the city.

Can't wait for the next in this series. Love catching up with my favorite characters also.

Received this review copy from Kensington Publishing via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.

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