Editorial Review For The Wreckoning

  

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Editorial Review For The Wreckoning

This book kicks things off with a goat sock and a text message that would make your HR department clutch its pearls. From there, things only spiral deeper into chaos, absurdity, and more than one questionable bathroom encounter. The Wreckoning strings together a wild set of stories featuring two main threads: one about a guy named Mario dragged into an apocalyptic nightclub brawl with ex-KGB dominatrixes, and another about Max, a 500-year-old vegan werewolf who’s trying to keep his family safe from religious murder cults. Not kidding. Under all the splatter and screaming, you’ll find themes of friendship, identity, loyalty, grief, and the burden of living more lives than one guy should be allowed to.

The book’s strength lies in its full-throttle storytelling. It doesn’t hold back. The voice is sharp, dark, and soaked in sarcasm. The dialogue moves fast and is laced with insults, heavy metal references, and moments of strange tenderness. The action doesn’t just escalate—it careens. If you came for subtle, this ain’t your ride. But the writing is self-aware and surprisingly disciplined underneath all the carnage and filth. The chaos is calculated. Even the dick jokes are choreographed.

This kind of writing isn’t floating alone in space. Think Trainspotting meets Metalocalypse with a side of grindhouse. The book rides the line between horror, satire, sci-fi, and absurdism. It fits in with a growing trend of genre mashups that throw respectability out the window and replace it with fire, blood, and punchlines. There’s also an undercurrent of real loss and some philosophical pokes if you squint past the flying limbs.

People who will enjoy The Wreckoning? Anyone sick of the literary beige. If you’re into horror that doesn’t pretend to be polite, or you’ve ever wondered what it would be like if Slayer wrote a memoir, this might be for you. It’s especially good for readers who like their storytelling unfiltered, their humor sharp, and their werewolves pissed off.

This book is unhinged in all the ways it means to be. It doesn’t try to behave, and thank god for that. Read it if you’re ready for something that feels like a car crash soundtracked by Motörhead—awful, loud, unforgettable, and somehow exactly what you needed.

Editorial Review For NICK and the 996: A Porsche 911 Novel

  

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Editorial Review For NICK and the 996: A Porsche 911 Novel

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This book throws an alien into the middle of Earth’s car culture and somehow makes it work. NICK and the 996 follows Nick R. Bates, an ex-racer from another planet who’s trying to fix both his image and a Porsche 996. His plan? Turn the car into a racing machine worthy of a galaxy-wide competition. There are themes of identity, friendship, and purpose layered between car parts, turbo upgrades, and some surprisingly human moments.

The author knows Porsches. Every technical detail is handled with care. The scenes involving the restoration of the 996 are written with the kind of attention that shows real love for the subject. What’s more surprising is how the book manages to blend gearhead content with character growth. Nick isn’t just bolting on spoilers; he’s figuring himself out too. The friendships he builds are more than just plot devices—they add some weight to the story. The pacing moves fast, but not so fast that it skips over the emotional core.

As a genre piece, it fits somewhere between sci-fi parody and car enthusiast fiction. There’s a little bit of Top Gear, some Guardians of the Galaxy attitude, and a lot of automotive fandom. It's weird. And somehow that’s the point. You won’t find another spacefaring car club president wrenching on a 996 in most sci-fi books.

This one's for readers who like their fiction with fuel injection. If you’ve ever lost a weekend on a forum about headlight conversions or argued about air-cooled engines, this book gets you. If you also like sarcastic aliens, even better.

Is it a serious novel? Not really. Is it trying to be? Thankfully, no. But it does manage to say something about connection and reinvention without feeling like a lecture. If you're into cars and want something different, give NICK and the 996 a shot. Just don’t expect a Hallmark ending.

 

Failing Gravity

  

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Roman Koa knows that to survive, he must be ruthless.

The Slums beneath the floating city of Icaria were never meant to thrive—but they did. A gritty junkyard city of thieves and robot fighters, it’s everything Icaria isn't. Roman has grown greedy after clawing his way to the top of the robot fighting hierarchy with his powerful electromagnet robot, taking from anyone who crosses his path. When Icarians come to the Slums for a night of risky entertainment, Roman takes twice as much.

But when he’s offered the chance to steal advanced tech from Icaria, the job is too tempting to resist—even with Oliver Flint offering it, his former best friend who sold their robotics code for a new life in Icaria. Without Roman.

The job is simple: Roman helps Oliver save Icaria’s failing gravity beams, and Roman gains access to technology to build powerful robots to secure his position as King of Ring and King of the Slums. Roman’s hatred for Icaria is hard to ignore, though and he is tempted to let the city Oliver betrayed him for crash back to Earth, but dooming Icaria means dooming everyone.

As Icaria’s gravity—and Roman’s fragile bond with Oliver—fails, Roman must choose: will he let Icaria crash, or is there a chance for forgiveness, for both his friend and the city?

Failing Gravity is a high-octane, cyberpunk-inspired adventure about friendship, betrayal, and the fight for forgiveness.

Editorial Review For The Atlas Agenda

  

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Editorial Review For The Atlas Agenda

There’s espionage. There’s memory control. There’s a spy whose job is to erase people but who keeps catching feelings and carrying dead men's skin samples in a copper case. The Atlas Agenda kicks off in Marrakesh with a lyrical prologue and a market full of fake teeth whiteners, rogue memory-tonics, and a spy who prefers the truth wrapped in trade lies. The book follows Al-Khafi, a field agent with the Bureau Mechanika, as he digs into a forbidden mark that’s part symbol, part conspiracy, and still burning through the remnants of Europe’s sanitized ruins. Lira Varga, another operative, possibly more dangerous, shadows him through it all. She watches but doesn't step in until someone starts shooting.

This book works best when it lets its scenes breathe. The souk in Marrakesh hums. Casablanca gleams but feels empty. A sniper almost takes out Al-Khafi right when things get interesting. The pacing holds steady without rushing. The dialogue cuts sharp but doesn't try too hard. Every setting has a physical presence. You can almost smell the steam, the metal, and the bad decisions. The author builds tension by letting it simmer instead of blowing things up every chapter.

It reads like dystopian spy fiction but sidesteps the usual cliches. You don’t get gadgets. You get broken memory tabs and outlawed lullabies sung by mechanical birds. The story is not about a big final showdown. It’s about what happens when people who are trained to forget start remembering the wrong things.

Readers who liked The Memory Police, The Peripheral, or any story about secret agencies burying the past will probably get into this. If you’ve ever wanted a spy novel with less flashy tech and more existential dread, this one’s for you.

Final word: The Atlas Agenda doesn’t hold your hand. It expects you to keep up, stay sharp, and maybe wonder who's curating your own memories. Read it if you like your espionage with truth as the real weapon.

A Nation Without

  

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What if the entire U.S. government vanished in seconds?

A single explosion. The President. The Vice President. The Speaker of the House—gone.
In a heartbeat, the leadership of the most powerful nation on Earth is erased.
Christopher Ames never asked for power. As a behind-the-scenes political advisor, he had no vote, no office, and no desire to lead. But when a catastrophic attack collapses the chain of command, he’s thrust into the Oval Office under emergency protocol.
Now, America teeters on the edge of chaos.
The media calls him unqualified. The public questions his legitimacy. A rising domestic militia wants him dead. And the enemies of the state? They smell blood in the water.
But Ames has a secret. He’s not here to play politics—he’s here to rebuild America from the ashes… or die trying.
Smart, cinematic, and chillingly realistic—A Nation Without delivers a high-stakes political thriller that grabs you from the first page and doesn’t let go.

Editorial Review For Gavril's Plan: Life and Death

  

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Editorial Review For Gavril's Plan: Life and Death

Anastasia V. Fedkin’s Gavril's Plan: Life and Death introduces readers to a future scarred by World War III, where the boundaries between control, freedom, and survival blur. The narrative follows Rohan, a reluctant student with hidden powers, navigating life in a restrictive society governed by a ruthless regime. With themes ranging from human cybernetics to mutant persecution, this book isn’t exactly your relaxing weekend read—think less escapist fantasy, more depressing peek into humanity’s inevitable decline.

Fedkin crafts a setting that feels eerily real, effectively capturing a post-war environment where every conversation could be your last. The strengths of the story lie in its clear portrayal of government surveillance, power struggles, and the desperation of people caught in between. There’s also some sharp commentary here, especially regarding authority and resistance, giving readers plenty to chew on.

This book fits right into the dystopian sci-fi genre, echoing classic themes of oppression and rebellion. It doesn't exactly break new ground, but it taps effectively into current anxieties about technology, privacy, and state power—perfect for those who prefer their fiction with a side of existential dread.

If you enjoy questioning authority, or simply get satisfaction from watching fictional governments implode, you'll probably like this book. On the other hand, if you're looking for a cheerful, feel-good read, you might want to keep browsing.

Overall, Gavril’s Plan: Life and Death is recommended for readers who can stomach a gritty exploration of humanity’s darker tendencies. It’s thought-provoking, grim, and a bit unsettling—which may be exactly the point.

 

Editorial Review For Wild Life

  

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Editorial Review For Wild Life

In Wild Life, Eric Leafton introduces readers to an alien planet where tigers talk, dinosaurs roam, and humans are the villains. At the heart of the story is Gem, a human child adopted by a tiger named Lumis. He grows up among wild creatures and constantly tries to befriend animals who would rather eat him than chat. Typical childhood, really.

Leafton's writing shines when he shows relationships forming between unlikely friends. Gem’s interactions with his adoptive family are believable and warm without becoming overly sentimental. The story cleverly mixes themes of acceptance, revenge, and the classic struggle between nature and technology. For a book with talking animals and laser guns, it manages to say something thoughtful about how creatures relate to each other.

The novel sits comfortably in the young adult adventure genre, echoing trends seen in fantasy survival stories. Think Tarzan but with dinosaurs, spaceships, and fewer vine swings. Younger readers who enjoy action-packed adventures with a dash of heart will find plenty here.

While Wild Life won't make you rethink life's big questions, it will hold your attention. It’s ideal for those who like their coming-of-age stories to involve triceratops fights and revenge-seeking tigers. Go ahead and read it—just don’t be surprised if you find yourself rooting for the talking animals over the people.

The Marvellous Adventures of Flashrat

 

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The Marvellous Adventures of Flashrat is a Choose Your Own Downfall book—or , if you prefer, a Decide Your Own Death.

In this deeply questionable tale, you play as Scott Macarthur, council toilet cleaner (freelance). A man of simple pleasures and even simpler hygiene habits, Scott resides in an abandoned shopping trolley in his local park after being booted out by his wife—who, as it turns out, has been up to all sorts of shenanigans with Scott’s best friend. But hope is not lost! There’s a chance—a tiny, whisky-stained chance—that Scott might just be a superhero in the making. He’s got a costume (sort of), a purpose (ish), and a mentor: the mysterious, possibly imaginary vigilante known only as Flashrat. Is Flashrat a genuine English-speaking crimefighter? Or is Scott just incredibly dehydrated and off his rocker from drinking something blue he found behind the Co-op? Will you guide Scott toward redemption, heroism, and maybe even a home with an actual roof? Will Scott get his revenge on his wife, or will you lead him to a gooey, romantic, mills-and-boony reunion? …or will your decisions lead him to an inevitable, blood-soaked end involving evil mad scientists, the Yakuza, an evil genius living inside a volcano, a wolf-man (of sorts), a mysterious cobbler, the Brotherhood of the Bogbrush, secret microfilms, and, of course, the KGB? Be warned: ADULTS ONLY! Contains humour as black as your ex’s heart.

Finding Theon: The Traveler Book One

  

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A missing king, rumors of war coming from the north, and a southern prince determined to preserve the peace that has lasted a generation. An agent, known only as The Traveler, is sent across time and space to protect a prince in a medieval era while keeping her true origins a secret. The prince, along with four loyal companions, journey north to find a missing king who can provide stability to a strategic realm. The Traveler must quickly earn the trust of this small group and finds herself growing attached to the one man distrusted the most. As the group heads north, it quickly becomes clear that things are not what they seem.

RAY TAYLOR AND THE TORN AND TATTERED TREASURE MAP

  

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5 STARS Readers' Favorite

• N. Degen's skill in storytelling is evident in the way the tension and pace are maintained throughout the book, ensuring readers are constantly engaged.
• The story includes themes of friendship, loyalty, and the importance of perseverance.
• The story challenges vocabulary and presents moral dilemmas, stimulating critical thinking and empathy.
• It teaches valuable life lessons and portrays a hero who is brave, kind-hearted, and persevering.
• It's recommended for those who love tales of adventure and discovery.

He was just an average kid… until the map of a hundred kings' treasure called his name.
Ray Taylor – an average school boy from a small town who, to his great disappointment and regret, happens to be belowaverage in height – is growing up with his pediatric nurse mother, and without a father, whom he misses very much. Pestered by the bully Murrayand his pals, he is saved from the daily grind of school routine by his love of drawing, something that his sketch-filled notebook and the constant complaints of his teachers attest to. But there is a special secret that he can only entrust to his best friend, retriever Buddy. Yet there is something that beckons him even more than hisartwork, and his first, timid infatuation with his classmate Jane – that is the search for infinite treasures.

By a stroke fate, having been detained in the home of a strange elderly neighbor, Ray finds himself in the company of 17th century cutthroats and takes his place as the seventh and, as it so happens, missing member of a crew of pirates. On board of the schooner Celestine, Ray sets off on dangerous and captivating adventures across the seven, in no way resembling each other, distant worlds, in search of the seven glowing magical stones hidden there.

It is these magical stones that, instead of seven keys, open the seven chests that lie undisturbed in a grotto on a mysterious, paradise-like island of Tuki-Tuki, on the bottom of which repose the seven parts of the torn and tattered map of the buried treasures. The legends promise the daredevils, who have reached the grotto, treasures fit not just for a single king, but enough to satisfy the desires of an entire hundred kings. Their way is guided by the dead Bloodthirsty Cook himself, through the pages of his Secret Book. Battling the devils in hell, at cards, bad-mouthing and cursingCaptian Archie and his crew, Cook reveals to Archie each new step, but only after Archie undergoes ordeals, on dry land and on the high seas. Crowning all of these is the puzzle of Cook himself. Where should they sail to and where should they search? All the hidden answers would be revealed in The Secret Book, if only all of its pages weren't left entirely blank...
Set sail with Ray on a dazzling, danger-packed voyage across seven mysterious worlds—and discover how even the smallest hero can unlock the greatest treasures.