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Introduction: In a world teetering on the edge of chaos, where reality seems to blur with fiction, there comes a story that challenges the very essence of what we perceive. "Peace Tigers" by Dave Martelon invites readers into a realm where science and the supernatural collide, offering a unique perspective on the age-old quest for peace and purpose. Let's delve into this captivating tale that promises to redefine our understanding of reality. Book Overview: "Peace Tigers" takes readers on a journey alongside Malcolm Tilden, a former DC native thrust into a world of ancient prophecies and mystical powers. Paired with his steadfast companion, Aimi Ueshiba, Malcolm must confront the nefarious Music Man and his reptilian army in the aftermath of a global catastrophe. As they navigate a landscape fraught with danger and uncertainty, they encounter eccentric mentors who impart wisdom that transcends time and tradition. Review: "Peace Tigers" by Dave Martelon

Synopsis: Detective Ramesh Ryan's career with Sydney's prestigious Organized Crime Unit is on the up, until he loses a court case against the city's most powerful drug dealer. In disgrace, the detective is relocated to the tiny Australian beach town of Barton. It is off-season in Barton-when its few criminals usually take a well-earned rest. But not this year! With the detective's arrival, the town suddenly becomes murder central. Two bodies are discovered in the space of days, both victims of drug overdoses. Then a mysterious foot is found washed up on the beach, and memories are awoken of an unsolved cold case of the teenager who disappeared fifteen years ago. Add to this a blossoming romance, along with a contract taken out on Ryan's life, and it's clear that the detective has jumped out of the Sydney frying pan into the Barton fire. What follows is an action-packed adventure, thrilling at every turn-where truth and lies are almost impossible to separate, and

In a world dominated by fleeting digital interactions, there's something undeniably special about the written word. The feeling of pen meeting paper, the anticipation of receiving a handwritten letter in the mail — it's a form of connection that transcends time and distance. And what better way to celebrate this timeless tradition than through the enchanting world of books? Welcome to our Bookish Pen Pal Exchange, where we invite you to embark on a literary adventure unlike any other. In this digital age, where social media reigns supreme, we're bringing back the art of letter writing and fostering connections through our shared love of literature. The Inspiration Behind the Exchange The idea for the Bookish Pen Pal Exchange was born out of a desire to create a space where book lovers could come together, connect on a deeper level, and share their passion for reading in a meaningful way. In a world where algorithms dictate our online interactions, we wanted to offer a more

Synopsis: “Please don’t worry, Ava. Your baby is safe with me. I’m going to take care of her like she’s my own…” Ever since my daughter Isa was born, I’ve been struggling. I can’t remember anything, and my brain is in a fog. So when my husband Ned suggests we hire a night nanny, I leap at the chance. As soon as she walks into our home, I feel a wave of relief. I smile at her and notice her eyes are the color of amethysts. A memory flashes across my brain, but before I can grasp it, it’s gone. But something isn’t right. Ned is acting strangely and every time I ask him why, he tells me I’m being paranoid. But I’ve seen him whispering to our nanny and it makes me nervous. He was the one who wanted to hire her, and now I’m wondering why… Then my engagement ring goes missing. Ned is furious—it cost a fortune—but I know I haven’t misplaced it. I always hide it in the same place, and no one knows where except him. But then it gets worse. Our nanny accuses me of leaving my baby face down

SOME KIND OF TRUTH by Westley Smith April 8 - May 3, 2024 Virtual Book Tour Synopsis: A mysterious video. A cold case. A reporter hunting for answers to both. Pittsburgh crime reporter, Steve James, returns home to find a mysterious package waiting outside his apartment door. At first, Steve fears the package could contain a deadly threat from a local mob boss pressuring him to retract his story, which helped put him behind bars. Instead, Steve finds a junior driver’s license belonging to Rebecca Ann Turner, a teenager who went missing from a party twenty-five years ago, and a USB flash drive containing a video of her murder. Horrified by the contents inside the package, Steve is determined to find out what happened to Rebecca and why someone dragged him into uncovering this mystery. But as Steve sifts through the clues and weaves his way around those trying to prevent him from exposing the truth, he continues to struggle with personal issues stemming from his time as

Rise to Rebellion by Julie Bates April 8 - May 3, 2024 Virtual Book Tour Synopsis: Summer 1776. Different missions call Faith Clarke and Jeremy Butler to Philadelphia, where delegates meet to determine the path of the rebellious American Colonies. Faith has been called back to her childhood home to make peace with her terminally ill mother, while Jeremy has been summoned by General Washington to report to Philadelphia to deal with a crisis impacting the Continental Crisis. Yet nothing is as it seems. Her mother’s wandering mind reveals a secret that no one wants to discuss, but Faith realizes must come to light. A child, born out of wedlock, haunts her mother’s memories and destroys her peace. No matter to cost, Faith knows this child must be found for her mother to pass in peace, even as her own family tries to stop her. Only her older sister, Hannah is willing to help her find the truth that will allow her mother to die in peace. Meanwhile, Jeremy Butler hunts for a

THE UNDERHANDED by Adam Sikes April 8 - May 3, 2024 Virtual Book Tour Synopsis: Europe’s last line of defense against neofascism—a history professor? Professor William Dresden has found solitude in the south of France to grapple with his troubled past—a neglected upbringing, failed romances, the recent demolition of his life’s work in academia, and even witnessing genocide, among other secrets. But he soon learns that he has much larger problems when an adrift MI6 officer, Adeline Parker, calls and insists on a meeting, revealing shocking information about his family. Then a bomb explodes. William and Adeline narrowly escape the attempt on their lives and find themselves battling a group of neofascists and extreme nationalists who are inciting violent divisions across Europe. They are pulled into a shadowy war against a cabal called the Strasbourg Executive and pushed to the brink by family betrayals, corrupt institutions, and the Executive’s subversive plots against