Book Review: Isle of Savages by T. Briar

Author:  T. Briar
Title: Isle of Savages
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Pages: ebook
Published: June 13th 2017
Where I Got It: My shelf (Given to me by the author/publisher for my honest and unbiased opinion)



On July 20, 20— a charter school’s sponsored sail from San Diego to Hawaii hits a reef during a violent storm. Sixteen souls abandon ship. Nine students, along with the hated captain and first mate, wash up on what they believe is a deserted island. 

Separated into three groups by circumstance and mutual distrust, treachery and death lurks for all. Over the course of a single day, one student betrays all the others. Another drowns. Two others get ambushed by a great white shark. And, like falling dominoes, the captain, first mate, and six students fall prey to a tribe of bloodthirsty cannibals. 

In the face of almost certain death, who will escape from the isle of savages to tell the tale? 

I was immediately drawn in by the cover and the summary. SCARY!!

The story follows a group of people who wash up on a deserted island. The group is separated into three groups for many different reasons. There is a lot of distrust and hatred all because of the captain and his first mate who also survived. However, they soon learn they all share a common threat....cannibals. 

A nightmare, but an entertaining nightmare. One of my fears is getting eaten; which is a very common fear. I also fear getting lost on an island thanks to my love of the show LOST. Thanks guys! *grumbles about never going over the ocean in a plane or boat*

The story jumps right into the meat and potatoes of the story. I do wish we had gotten a chance to see the events on the boat. Something seriously bad had happened before they crashed. It drove me insane not really getting that back story. I feel it would've added to the story to see these characters before the crash.

However, a part of me does feel that it was wise to just toss us on this island with these people because there is a sense of who is reliable? Who can WE trust as the reader? It did add to the suspense there. But me being me...I like all the juicy details. 

There is some jumping around between everyone. It was done well and I wasn't confused about who was who. Kuddos there. 

Holy cow that ending. I didn't know what was going to happen!

Overall, I really did like this story. It certainly did its job and scared me. The thought of fighting off cannibals! *Shudders* The ending was good. I go back and forth about wanting more information about their time on the boat before crashing. If you like a bit of thriller, I recommend this. Quick and it was good and it did remind me of my fear of islands and being eaten. 4 stars!

Audiobook Review: Wild Irish Witch by Tricia O'Malley

Author: Tricia O'Malley 
Narrator: Amy Landon
Title: Wild Irish Witch
(Mystic Cove #6)
Genre: Romance, Fantasy
Pages: Audiobook
Published: January 8th 2016
Where I Got It: My shelf (Audible)



As a gifted healer, Fiona O’Brien has led a magickal life, though most certainly not an easy one. 

Born and raised in the small town of Grace’s Cove, Fiona faces undue criticism and scrutiny from the town’s elite and religious sectors. When Fiona is credited with healing the daughter of one of the town's leading families, the local priest demands she be arrested and put on trial. The charge? Witchcraft. 

Only the love of a warm-hearted man with a booming laugh – and the kindness of strangers – will help her win a battle against closed minds and moral hierarchy. Through it all, Fiona holds on to her faith that light must prevail against the dark. 

And when Fiona is given a choice – one which will forever change the fabric of her life – she learns that she must know heartbreak to truly understand her gift.  

Oh my. I've been dreading these last couple of books since that means the series is nearly done. However, I decided it was time to dive into this. 

This story follows the mama bear of the gang of magical ladies. We get to see her "modernly" and her in her youth. She tells her daughter and granddaughter about John her one true love and how she lost him. 

I will admit I dear cry during the scene we knew that was coming. It was all so sad and tragic. I would have a hard time making the choice she did but Grace was right...she had to do it. So sad! So tragic! Ughhhh my poor heart! THE FEELS! 

I adore Fiona and I fell for John. How can you not? Especially with his little sheep pal? Super cute. 

That "priest" was a monster!! GRR!! 

I loved the format of the story. I felt like I was sitting in the room with the girls listening to this tale. I think it helped that I listened to the audio so I was literally listening in on the story. 

Now...I did have an issue with the end. I liked it but didn't. I am still trying to sort out my feelings about what happened. I can't say without spoilers, but I am unsure how I feel. Emotionally I liked it, but reasonable and logical Carole is still grumpy about it. 

For sure I am happy the author left this with a chance at more storylines we can see. There is one more book that follows Grace...so I am curious to see what happens. 

Should I even say anything about the narrator? She is amazing as per normal. I adore her!!!

Overall, I do think this is one of my favorites of the series. I adored John and Fiona. It made me feel strong feelings. I am torn with the ending. Maybe reading the next book will cement my feelings. We shall see. I'll stamp this with 5 stars. It was just so good even with my fenced feelings with the ending big reveal. 

California Here I Come - Happy Early Easter

Hey all! I just wanted to say a happy Easter! Thursday, at the butt-crack of dawn, I'll be jumping on a plane to visit my family! I'll still jump on my phone and comment and check my comments, but my presence will be limited. I'll be back Tuesday so only a mini vacation! Miss ya'll!

I'll take pictures!!

Tell Me Something Tuesday: Where I Get My Books

Tell Me Something Tuesday is a weekly discussion post on Rainy Day Ramblings where Rainy discuss a wide range of topics from books to blogging. Weigh in and join the conversation by adding your thoughts in the comments. If you want to do your own post, grab the question and answer it on your blog.

  

Where do you get your review books?

I have a ton of places I like to get my books I review:

- Library
- Bookstores
- Amazon
- Audible
- Netgalley
- Publishers
- Authors
- Gifts
- Books I win
- Loving the Book Events
- Premier Virtual Author Book Tours
- HF Virtual Book Tours & Book Junkie Promotions


So many sources!! :) 

National Pet Day was last Wednesday. Love my furbabies!