Mortal Showdown by Nik Krasno

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Rating: ★★★★

 

Nik Krasno's novel, Mortal Showdown, is a thriller of international proportions. Our main protagonist, Misha, has awoken from a coma as a result of an attempted assassination and is thrown into an adventure full of political upheaval and a fight for power. Krasno does not waste any time getting into the meat of the story and has created a fast paced thriller. A bit jumpy at times, the story redeems itself with the fantastical James Bond-esque action sequences. 

The characters are well developed and every character introduced plays an important role in the story's plot. The action is non-stop and makes for a page turning story. This is an easy and fun read for mature audiences. Krasno does not skimp on the action, sex, betrayal, and power hungry characters. Mortal Showdown is perfect read for this summer for fans looking for action and adventure with political undertones. 

Crossbones (Omega Days Series #4) by John L. Campbell

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Rating: ★★★★★

 

Crossbones is the fourth novel in John L. Campbell's Omega Days series. This story picks up with our survivors on the Nimitz and introduces a few new not-so-friendly faces. Crossbones is certainly not lacking when it comes to suspense and ultimate thrills. The characters are forced to face something even deadlier than zombies when it comes to protecting their prize, the Nimitz.  

Campbell continues to impress with his ability to tell a realistic down and dirty fight. Crossbones is filled with heartbreak, revenge, and pain. This novel will leave you chomping at your fingernails and cringing with anticipation. We continue with some of our favorites from the Omega Days series and some favorites finally meet their demise with this story. 

As a huge fan of John L. Campbell and the Omega Days series, I am impatiently waiting for the next book in this series. The ending of Crossbones will leave you counting down the days until the release of book five. Campbell is a master at telling a horrifying zombie story and tugging at your heartstrings with his characters. Keep an eye out for the next book in this series and of course my review when it comes out!

Hikers - Part One: Power (Hikers Trilogy Volume 1) by Lauren Algeo

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Rating: ★★★★★

 

Hikers-Part One: Power by Lauren Algeo is a science-fiction horror novel like no other. From the very first chapter this novel had me hooked. The plot is so unique and frankly quite terrifying! The idea of having someone overwhelm a person's mind and "hitchhike" to make you do their evil bidding is the thing of nightmares. 

The main protagonist is a tortured man who spends his days hunting these "hikers." Algeo does a fantastic job developing our main protagonist and has the writing ability to include an unlikely partner after a particularly frightening encounter. The writing style is fantastic and the story is fast paced and enthralling. As a reader, you will not want to put this book down! 

This is a great read for fans of science fiction and horror. The surprise twist at the end will leave you in shock and on the edge of your seat awaiting the followup. I can not wait to continue this amazing adventure and to see just how much more frightening Algeo can make this story. 

The Dream Shelf by Jeff Russell

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Rating: ★★★★★

 

The Dream Shelf by Jeff Russell is a thrilling and mysterious story about a son trying to figure out who his recently deceased father was in the early years of his life. The Dream Shelf takes the reader on a historical adventure, filled with hardships and gut wrenching decisions. This story tells a magnificent tale of what a father will do to protect his family. Russell does a magnificent job creating characters that are relatable and a story that makes the reader crave more and more. The addition of a love story is a fantastic bonus for the reader. 

The characters are very relatable and you crave answers just as much as the characters in the novel. Russell does a great job including historical facts and creating an inside look at the decisions that needed to be made no matter the cost. Each discovery made gives the reader the same satisfaction and sense of accomplishment felt by the main protagonist.

This story is one of the most memorable novels I have read in a long time. It includes some history and an inside look at the hardships and decisions many men faced during a time of war. This is a well written story that I am sure many will enjoy. I highly recommend this novel to readers of all ages and fans of thrilling dramas.