I generally don’t read science fiction, sticking more to the mystery/thriller/suspense genre, but I’ve been trying to branch out and read things out of my comfort zone.  So when I had an opportunity to read A Line in the Ice by Jamie Craig, I welcomed the opportunity. I found the premise quite interesting.  In the frozen tundra of the Earth, a rift between worlds had opened and creatures are seeping through intent on having their way with the entirety of the Earth. A multinational force of ultra-trained soldiers acts in this arctic wasteland as a[..]

The manner in which Terri Giuliano Long has woven the tale of In Leah’s Wake is perhaps best described as a tapestry of words. I read the book while on holiday and it was the perfect read for my travels in that it provided several things.  It offered a very tight story with engaging characters.  Secondly, it was a quick read which was surprising given the plot and subject of the book.  Since it was a quick read and as I was on vacation, two other people on the trip read the book (during our[..]

NOW ITS A GIVEAWAYAfter I posted my recent review of Iron House, I was contacted by John Hart's publisher who offered a FREE audiobook of IRON HOUSE to one of my blog readers.  Wanting to make sure not to let this opportunity pass, I jumped at the opportunity.  So I'm running my review again and inviting comments.  From the comments, after a 10 day run, I'll randomly select one person to receive this amazing book on audio.  If you want another entry to win the book, tweet about this giveaway and mention @thetrustnovel in the[..]

I discovered John Hart a few years back.  I read his first book and loved it.  I was even more pleased when I learned he had a second book out and I was able to dive right in.  Then, as an added bonus, I learned his third, The Last Child, was soon to be released.  Then I had to wait for number 4. It was worth the wait.  Through each of his 4 books, Hart has progressed to what I would simply call a master storyteller.  In Iron House, Hart strays a bit beyond his[..]