Francesca of Lost Nation: Lucinda Sue Crosby

   Francesca of Lost Nation follows Francesca, 59 and her granddaughter Sarah, 10 in their adventures. I honestly don't have much to say about the novel. I thought the writing tended to be a bit bland at times. There was nothing really wrong about the writing it just wasn't my style. 
   It felt kind of like a historical fiction piece. So if you like a story filled with an antiquated feel to it. I recognize it was well written; however, it didn't really capture my attention.
   I think that if there had been a little more action and less description that it would be a much more interesting read. So I think you should get this if this kind of thing appeals to me, but it wasn't really up my alley.
   Other people greatly enjoy this story due to its odd sense of humor and sensitivity; however, this kind of book was never very appealing to me. For me it failed to draw me into the story.

   A free copy of this book was provided by the author for reviewing purposes. 

Nothing Down: Mike Reuther

   I'll admit that I'm not a Baseball fan. I'm basketball through and through, but like it says on the back of the book 'You don't have to be a Baseball fan to enjoy this page-turning novel'. This is entirely accurate. Nothing Down is about a rookie Major League Baseball player, Homer Newbody, who is quickly ostracized for publicly stating that he'd happily play for nothing more than 'meal money'.
   This story really is captivating. The way Homer is willing to stand up for his beliefs even if they're not popular. This story really shows a strong faith in America, for the fact that he isn't interested in money like so many people are.
   This is a surprisingly touching tales about sticking to your morals no matter what, and following your dreams.
   It really was a page-turner. This story about a young American hero was brilliantly told.

This book was provided for free for reviewing purposes by the author.

Judge: R.J. Larson

   Judge is a pretty good book. What I got from it is the infinite is kind of like god. With prophets and holy missions.
   Kien Lantac didn't expect to be sent on a special mission from the Infinite on his first day of military leave. He's frustrated because his mission has absolutely nothing to do with his skills as a military judge in training. His job is to warn the people of ToronSea against turning against the Infinite in favor of a goddess that is quickly becoming the popular way of worship.
   Ela of Parne is the Infinite's chosen prophet. She is sent to Parne to try and rid the town of their unholy notions. However when she gets there she doesn't quite get what she expected.
   Although I'm usually pretty against books with religious undertones I thought this was an exciting tale that leads you through all of the different obstacles that Ela and Kien must face together and separately. This is an exciting tale that captures your attention from page one.
   It shows the importance of keeping true to yourself no matter what the consequences. That makes a pretty good story to me.

   A free copy of this book was provided by Bethany House publishers for reviewing purposes.   

The Scrolls of Xavier: John A. Ashley

   Okay, this was a pretty interesting science fiction genre novel. I was really impressed by the descriptiveness of the story. I always thought what made a good novel was the feeling you got when you read it. If you felt like you were right there with the characters while they're jumping through hoops to survive. When you find yourself rooting for the "good guys" to win. That's what makes a good novel.

   John Ashley certainly managed to accomplish that here. I felt myself hoping the characters could pull through just one more time. John Ashley certainly didn't disappoint with this story.

   I loved how the plot developed in completely unexpected ways. I've always hated being able to guess the ending of a story, but I never had to worry about that with this story. The characters were enticing, and the romance was complicated. All in all I would definitely recommend this story to anyone interested in a good science fiction book.

   A free copy of this e-book was provided by the author for reviewing purposes.