Sunday, February 6, 2022

Die Trying by Nicholas Ryan (Goodreads Author)

5 out 5 stars  *****

Dystopia has more than one cause, each manifests world devastation and survivor struggle. Other than world war, alien invasion, or magical conjuring of evil, zombies have their own realm. What sets one zombie story apart from another is the imagination of its author. Nicholas Ryan writes a thrilling story using choice vocabulary and sentence structure that brings fantasy a tinge of reality. The storyline may follow other plots but the character creation and their interaction with one another elevates Die Trying above most.

 

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Beyond Biden: Rebuilding the America We Love by Newt Gingrich (Goodreads Author)

 

5 out of 5 stars  *****

A coherent explanation of events that precede and follow the election of Joe Biden as President of the United States, the democrats' campaign and efforts to assure that outcome, and the woke Far Left direction they are trying to impose on America.  The author backs his findings with historical accounts, polls, graphs, and charts in the back of the book. Gingrich sees America's future challenges being met by the private sector, the American people, rather than more government legislation that hinders the growth of ideas and over-regulates freedom. The sharp contrast between the Trump and Biden administrations poignantly display the counter productivity of this current regime from the prosperous, energetic strength that Trump conveys. International powers are emboldened with Biden in office because of his withdrawal from Afghanistan which resembles surrender.  Broken promises and a lack of transparency are also major factors that separate Biden's presidency from Trump's. Newt Gingrich is optimistic about America in this book even though he stresses the seriousness of the Progressive agenda to turn America into an apologetic, weaker power who accepts dependency on government to meet people's needs and dependency on foreign countries for natural resources, like oil and natural gas. He quotes Ronald Reagan's motto that capture's the American spirit, "You ain't seen nothing, yet."

Monday, January 31, 2022

In Touch Daily Readings For Devoted Living January 2022 by Dr. Charles Stanley

 


5 out of 5 stars  *****

These daily devotionals are an integral part of my life, now; a first routine as significant as taking my meds, which coincides with the early morning hours. These scripturally inspired writings touch me with divine intent that calm my spirit and humble my ego. My conscious conversations with God start first thing in the morning. I am better suited to face any circumstance with a proper perspective based on love and truth. God bless Dr. Charles Stanley for being His holy conduit.

Sunday, January 30, 2022

Explore the Bible: Personal Study Guide, Winter 2021-22 by Robert B. Evans III

 


 



5 out of 5 stars  ****

This Bible Study Guide is about Ezekiel and Daniel. Ezekiel, the prophet, informs Israel about their inevitable destruction in Jerusalem, their subservient existence in Babylon, and their eventual restoration after their discipline and repentance. Daniel lives during these Times of the Gentiles. He is one of the captured Godly remnant subject to Babylon and eventually, Persia, who conquers Babylon. These two books of the Bible display God's sovereignty at all times. God's people demonstrate their faith and ultimate power of God in Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's survival of the extremely hot kilns into which they were thrown for not bowing to a pagan king.

Vicarious by Rhett C. Bruno (Goodreads Author), Wil Wheaton (Goodreads Author) (Narrator), Katherine McNamara (Narrator)


4 out of 5 stars  ****

Another dystopian world that has humanity filtered through the latest science technology to treat a select few in a separated living space from those who must deal with nature on their own without the perks of an advanced society. The advances are questionable since lessons learned from trial and tribulation fade with dependence on government for every human need. Procreation is managed by selective breeding; hence, the human love interest in this story unfolds from that stage. The protagonist realizes love, all along, has been directing his behavior as it takes him for an adventurous experience in both worlds and beyond. 

Thursday, January 20, 2022

Mission Critical (Gray Man #8) by Mark Greaney (Goodreads Author)

 


5 out of 5 stars  *****

A story of espionage and intrigue, Mission Critical (Gray Man, #8), captures the audience in its excellent telling. Mark Greaney writes beautifully transposing listeners from their particular perspective to world stages where he resurrects strong, engaging characters from his keen imagination. The plot has a quick pace as supporting players enter the story and the web broadens. The romance between a key individual and the protagonist is tempered by family issues that are central to the plot.

Thursday, January 6, 2022

The Roach by Rhett C. Bruno (Goodreads Author), R.C. Bray (narrator)

 

 

Rhett Bruno writes and R. C. Bray narrates a great story in a familiar genre, Fantasy/Fiction Dark Hero, with a unique twist: A wheelchair-bound survivor of everything from child abuse to urban crime. The author writes in the first person; so, the protagonist's point of view is where the audience enjoys the mystery and discovers just how difficult life can be for the handicapped. Simple tasks taken for granted require planning, execution, and usually assistance. The Roach overcomes overwhelming odds with his resolve and brutal introspective honesty. The supporting cast of characters develop interesting and probing scenarios that delve into mankind's psyche as suspense builds and action thrills solving crimes of jealousy, hate, and greed.