Van Laven Chronicles by Tyler Chase - Book Review

**Review done in conjunction with Say What Savannah Mae**

Blurb:
An action-packed, psychological thriller that explores the depths of obsession and betrayal, and the shocking lengths a man will go to hold on to what he desires most... 

Sometimes the enemy within is worse than the enemy without… 

Lord Comron Van Laven is the brave but deeply troubled heir to throne. Lady Vaush Bastionli, is the spirited daughter of his mortal enemy, the one woman he should never love. But when a cruel twist of fate forces them to rely upon each other for their very survival, old hatreds are supplanted by something far too powerful for them to resist. 

But a startling revelation about Vaush’s true origins threatens to destroy Comron’s kingdom. Meanwhile, his own deeply disturbing family history may prove to be his undoing. Possessed by his fiery passion for Vaush, yet compelled to protect his realm, Comron embarks on a thrilling, inter-planetary odyssey that plunges the couple into the midst of epic battles and raging political power struggles. 

Those seeking to kill or control Vaush relentlessly hunt the two as they race to Novoxos where Comron can help Vaush fulfill her destiny and save the Empire from a horrible, apocalyptic fate. If only Comron’s internal chaos doesn't destroy them first…

Review:
5 Stars

Wonderful Adventure novel! :)
Wow! I love adventure novels. I've read the classics and the mainstream novels, and I loved this one just the same. This author can grab you in a few pages, read the quick look on amazon, and if you aren't hooked, then I'm going to vote that this is not the genre for you. Chase develops a main character you love to hate, and really develops him well. He's strong, flawed, and in love. When your an heir to the throne, you have to be careful, everyone is making moves, and so many people want to use you.

I felt like fans of Game of Thrones would really enjoy this novel. There's action, adventure, suspense, love, and a really well thought out storyline. What do you do for love? Is love actually real? Chase does an outstanding job in this novel of showing and not telling. Some indie authors always feel the need to tell us everything going on, when in reality to connect to the story and the character, we need to see it, we need to see it in the movements, and the actions, and the sighs. It's something that takes practice but this story did an amazing job of this.

This novel flowed well, it had me hooked a couple of pages in, and I didn't want to put it down. This is the type of book you call into work sick for! Outstanding and can't wait to read other things by him! 

*I was provided a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

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Review: Caged in Winter by Brighton Walsh! 5 star read!

Caged in Winter 
Brighton Walsh

Blurb:
Aspiring chef Cade Maxwell is immediately, viscerally attracted to Winter Jacobson. But it's not her mouthwatering curves he's drawn to--it's the strange emptiness in her eyes. When Cade saves her from a drunken customer with grabby hands, he's shocked at her response...

Winter doesn't need Cade's help. After a lifetime of getting by on her own, she's happy to rely on herself. She's exactly seventy-six days away from graduating college, and if she can hold it together that long, she'll finally be able to rise above the crappy hand she was dealt.

But now, every time she turns around, Cade is there, ready to push her, smile at her, distract her from her plans. Winter knows she can't afford to open up--especially to a man she's terrified to actually want...

Review:
Grade: A
by Catherine for Sunshine & Mountains
I absolutely loved the dual points of view, I love knowing what both characters are feeling and thinking. This is one amazing book. The emotions you feel from both characters will leave you breathless.

Winter is closed off and a bit stubborn. She doesn't want or need anyone's help. She's been on her own for a long time and until she met Cade she preferred it that way. She doesn't want to feel hope but Cade has a way about him that she just can't help it. Cade is awesome. He is fiercely protective about those he cares about and loves. He's determined to break down Winter's walls and make her see she doesn't have to be alone anymore.

This is one emotional rollercoaster of a ride, with laughs and heartbreak, but so worth the ride. Its real and heartfelt and one amazing story. The author has a way of writing that pulls you in and won't let you go until your finished.

I was given a copy by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.