Xepherus Reads

  Hello, Fellow Book Worms and Book Dragons!    As I race to the end of this trying year, I look back on the books that I have read. Even though my reading count was not to my liking, nonetheless I managed to read some books that surprised me.   Here are my Top 5 favorite books read in 2020 (not all books were released in 2020): 5) The Survivor's Club by Lisa Gardner - a murdered rapist, a sloppy hit-man, and a group of survivors brings this Lisa Gardner book into my Top 5. The introduction of Detective Roan Griffin into the Gardnerverse is a dynamic and pulse-pounding ride that had me quickly turning the pages to get to the end. One of her best novels, Lisa Gardner has once again solidified herself in my list of top authors. 4) Cross Her Heart by Melinda Leigh - a new author that I tried in 2020 was Melinda Leigh. Her first book in the Bree Taggert series was an emotional entry into the crime thriller genre. Excellent characters that I loved to read fueled this b...

  Hello, Fellow Book Worms and Book Dragons!    The world of books on social media is a lot of fun to be a part of. This year has been a test for all of us. Unfortunately, 2020 has also claimed a lot of reading and blogging time from me. I have done what I could to stay current with releases and read as much as I can.        Now is the time to reflect on 2020 and look forward to 2021's reading goals. I will be posting my usual yearly Book Challenge soon. As well as my own results from this year's challenge. I am determined to remain positive and venture on into my favorite fictional worlds.         I have a small challenge for you. Think back on your year and do the following to make your holiday bright:   Think of those in your life who make you happy (a great start). Think of all the books you have not read and put them in a new TBR.        Read a favorite Christmas story with a cup of your ...

  Hello, Fellow Book Worms and Book Dragons!       Many readers love a book so much that a re-read can enhance the book's story. For me, that includes Harry Potter, the Outsiders, and The Exorcist. Picking up a book that you have already e njoyed and diving in agai n can be a puzzle to some. Why on Earth would someone read a book again?  For me, I do this because of nostal gia and often I wish to see how a book holds up as I get older. A nd what better way to celebrate the spooky time of the year than with a scary read.        The Exorcist is written by William Peter Blatty, and it published by Harper Publishing. It tells the story of young Regan MacNeil, an  eleven-year-old   girl seemingly as ordinary as any girl her age. Artistic, cheerful, and still sleeping with stuffed animals, Regan (or Rags, as her mother Chris calls her) looks as if she could do no harm to anyone. Her mother is a movie star filming her latest pict...