Audiobook Tour and Giveaway: Thunderbird Rising by John H Thomas

 

Book Details:

​Book Title:  Thunderbird Rising: A Maxx King Thriller by John H. Thomas
Category:  Adult Fiction (18+),  366 pages
Genre: Thriller (Alt History, Espionage, Conspiracy) with some Sci-fi
Publisher: John H. Thomas
Release date:  May 2024
Content Rating: PG-13 +M: The plus is for some violence, and the theme of September 11, 2001

Book Description:

Maxx King is a former Army Ranger turned cybercrime investigator trying to get his life back on track when he has an unexpected confrontation with a ruthless Chinese spy. Struggling to understand the escalating violence, he discovers a clandestine US-China conflict centered around a device of unknown origins with the power to trigger massive natural disasters.

Caught between competing US government agencies, Chinese assassins, secret informants, and a rising number of deaths, Maxx must get to the truth before the next catastrophe strikes. Things get personal when it turns out his girlfriend, Gabby, has been working on the covert project and may be the source of damaging leaks that threaten national security.

The clock is ticking, and a break in the code reveals that something big will happen on September 11th, 2001.

Thunderbird Rising is an action-packed alternate-history thriller full of uncertain loyalties, deceit, and international espionage set in Seattle and New York City.

This conspiracy thriller is a great fit for fans of Jack Slater, Matthew Reilly and Steve Berry.

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Meet the author:    

John lives in the Seattle area with his wife and the world's sweetest cat: Karmann. Raised in a nomadic military family, he is annoyingly curious, a consumer of whiskey, and a political junky at heart, but his greatest interests are his family and their collective shenanigans.

Connect with the author:   Website  ~ X ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ 

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My Review

Thunderbird Rising is my first introduction to the writing of John H Thomas. It, also, the start of his A Maxx King Thriller series. Oh my goodness, what a roller coaster of a read it was for me. I found the alternate history to be intriguing. Living during the time of the tragedy of September 11, 2011, the novel did make me think about the "what ifs". It was thought provoking, action packed, suspenseful, and thrilling. I loved getting to know Maxx and taking the twists and turns right along with him. I never knew where else he was going to lead me from chapter to chapter. I thought it was a fabulous and hard to put down.

I had the pleasure of listening to the audio version of Thunderbird Rising. I enjoyed listening to the narrator, Scott Fleming. His performance was superb and a perfect addition to the book. His voice made it more exciting than it was already.

I am going to give Thunderbird Rising a very well deserved five plus stars. I highly recommend it for readers who love to read exciting thriller fiction. I am looking forward in continuing the series with the second installment from A Maxx King Thriller series, Masters of War, to see what adventure author, John H Thomas, will take his fans on next. 

I received an audio version of John H Thomas' Thunderbird Rising from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

Audiobook Tour and Giveaway: Beyond the Light of the Willow Tree by Daniel E Chambrello

 

Book Details:

Book Title:  BEYOND THE LIGHT OF THE WILLOW TREE by Daniel E. Chambrello
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 268 pages
Genre: Fantasy, Inspirational, Action & Adventure
Publisher:  The boy. The dragon. & the cherry tree swing.
Release date:  April 2025
Content Rating: PG: There are approximately ten violent scenes in the Roman timeline but not they are not graphic at all, and one kiss between characters.

Book Description:

​In the deepest dark, there is only light.

With each new generation, precious souls are called upon to serve a higher purpose. But each calling is forged in challenge and fear, and every journey hinges upon the choices made.

In present-day North Carolina, Gabriel is devoted to his wife, Jennifer, and their five rambunctious kids... until the day tragedy strikes the Connor household, setting in motion a chai of events that will transform humanity.

In ancient Rome, young Gabrielus leaves his humble village to become a protector of the emperor. He dreams of bringing glory and wealth to his family and returning a hero to his love, Jennamine. But the path ahead is steeped in grief and vengeance, and Gabrielus will be forced to make a choice that echoes through the ages.

One soul. Infinite journeys. A universe of possibilities.

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Meet the Author:

At the base of a mountain in Connecticut sits a peach orchard in a quiet neighborhood. Here, hawks soar high as coyotes slink among the trees, leaving trails of wisdom and mystery. In the early hours, the veil between worlds is as thin as the morning mist. This is where Daniel E. Chambrello sits and thinks. As the youngest of five, Daniel is a born observer, preferring solitude as he questions everything from consciousness to Catholic doctrine. While journeying and experiencing love, heartbreak, and so much in between, Daniel’s knowing has expanded, and his questions have grown deeper. When a good friend handed him a book by a spiritual teacher, it was a life-defining moment, confirming all Daniel had known as truth and further kindling a story that he’d felt called to write since childhood. In this ethos, Daniel’s first novel sprung forth—a spiritual guidebook weaving together love, adventure, and truths that are best felt rather than described.​

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Enter the Giveaway:

BEYOND THE LIGHT OF THE WILLOW TREE Book Tour Giveaway

My Review:

I found that Beyond the Light of the Willow Tree to be a great debut for author, Daniel E Chambrello. I enjoyed this book of love, faith, and hope. The characters had depth and were relatable. The plot was exciting, adventurous, and thought provoking. I loved the lessons to be learned throughout the book. This is one of those stories that would, at times, toyed with my emotions. It was a pleasure listening to the audiobook of this tale in one day. I had to keep playing and did not want to hit that pause button up until the end. It was a great way to spend my time while doing my chores while being entertained at the same time. I loved it. 

Beyond the Light of the Willow Tree is narrated by  Louise Porter and Brad Grochowski. Eric Priessman. I enjoyed their performance that brought the author's words to life. I thought their narration was a perfect addition to the book. 

I am going to give Beyond the Light of the Willow Tree a very well deserved five plus stars. I believe that fans of Inspirational Religious Fiction with a fantastical theme, will enjoy it as much as me. I would love to get my hands on more books from the talented Daniel E Chambrello in the future.

 

I received an audio version of Daniel E Chambrello's Beyond the Light of the Willow Tree from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

Audiobook Tour and Giveaway: The Girl of Many Crowns by D H Morris

 

Book Details:

​Book Title:  The Girl of Many Crowns by D.H. Morris
Category:  Adult Fiction (18 +),  305 pages
Genre: Historical Fiction 
Publisher:  New Classics Publishing
Release date:  October 4, 2024
Content Rating: PG due to some mature subject matters, but no graphic violence, language, or sexual content.

"The Girl of Many Crowns offers a riveting glimpse into the tumultuous life of Judith, the first princess of France, against the richly detailed backdrop of medieval Europe. D.H. Morris masterfully blends history and human drama, making Judith’s struggles both personal and profoundly symbolic of the era’s precarious politics." - review by Gina Rae Mitchell

"D H Morris' talent shines through in this debut. She no doubt did extensive research to bring this story to life. I loved how they were able to portray Judith. The historical details were so vivid, I felt as though I was transported back in time and living in the medieval times." - review by Amy Campbell, Locks Hooks and Books.

"The book sent me down the rabbit hole of reading more about Baldwin Iron Arm, which itself was a super exciting bonus activity (and yes, a bonus – the author is a descendant of Baldwin Iron Arm and Judith – can you even imagine finding your ancestors back to… years 837 – 879?)." - review by @this.human.reads

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Book Description:

The true story of a powerful Knight and a runaway Queen who unite to defy an empire.

The Kingdom of Francia  – 856 

Thrust into the political intrigue surrounding the throne of Francia, young Princess Judith loyally supports her father, King Charles.  She strengthens his kingdom by marrying twice for political alliance.   

But, when Judith refuses to marry a third time at her father’s command, King Charles imprisons her in one of his palaces.

Baldwin “Iron Arm” is a trusted knight and companion to Princess Judith’s brother, Prince Louis. Baldwin helps protect Francia and the king’s family from Vikings, rebel Lords, wars, and assassinations plots. 

When Judith and Baldwin fall in love without the blessing of the king, will they be able to hold on to their faith and each other after unleashing the fury of an empire?

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Meet the Author:

​A native of San Diego, California, D. H. Morris has lived on four continents and traveled through many countries. She has four children and eleven grandchildren and currently lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre and Choral Music education and pursued graduate work in English at USU and law at the University of Utah. She is also a published playwright.

As a descendant of Judith and Baldwin, the author discovered their intriguing story while doing a genealogical project. This journey inspired her to research everything about the 9th Century – including food, politics, travel, war, education, clothing, jewelry, religion, holidays, marriage customs, and medicine. She loves talking about this remarkable time in history when the European countries we know today were being formed and fighting for their very existence.​

connect with the author:  website ~ pinterest~ goodreads

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Enter the Giveaway:

THE GIRL OF MANY CROWNS Audiobook & Book Tour Giveaway

My  Review: 

I am a huge fan of history and genealogy. After years of researching, I found that I was a descendant of Judith of Flanders. I was so fascinated with her, her life, and wanted to read as much about her. I was excited to find there was a new historical fiction based on Judith called The Girl of Many Crowns. D H Morris' talent shines through in this debut. She no doubt did extensive research to bring this story to life. I loved how they were able to portray Judith. The historical details were so vivid, I felt as though I was transported back in time and living in the medieval times. She was such a strong, brave woman to fight for what she believed in and live the life she wanted. I admired her determination and courage all throughout the book.

I had the pleasure of listening to the audio version of The Girl of Many Crowns. I thought the narrator did a wonderful job of bringing Judith to life. Their performance was a great addition to the story.

I am going to give a The Girl of Many Crowns a very well deserved five plus stars. I highly recommend it for history lovers and for those who enjoy historical fiction based on a true story. I would love to read more like this one from D H Morris in the future. They have earned themselves a new fan with me. 

I received a paperback copy of D H Morris' The Girl of Many Crowns from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

Audiobook Tour and Giveaway: The Sun's Shadow by Sejal Badani

 

Book Details:

Book Title:  THE SUN'S SHADOW by Sejal Badani
Category:  Adult Fiction (18+), 333 pages
Genre:  Literary
Publisher:  Lake Union
Release date:   January 28, 2025
Content Rating:  PG-13. Two-three scenes without description.

Book Description:

“A captivating story… richly woven narrative with vivid characters. A perfect story."

From the bestselling author of The Storyteller’s Secret comes an unflinching exploration of betrayal, forgiveness, and the healing power of a second chance.

Celine’s life is spiraling out of control. She’s in danger of losing the beloved equestrian farm that was her childhood home. Her distant husband, Eric, is devoting a suspicious amount of time to a stunning new colleague. Then her young son, Brian, receives a devastating cancer diagnosis. How much worse can things get?

Felicity has uprooted her career and her teenage son, Justin, to get closer to Eric. She’s tired of keeping his secrets―that Eric’s frequent “business trips” have been spent playing family with them. Felicity is determined to get her happily ever after, even if it means confronting Celine at a delicate time.

​But when Brian’s prognosis worsens, and a transplant from Justin becomes his best chance at survival, Felicity must make a wrenching decision about her son’s well-being―and Celine must accept that the “other woman” is her only hope. In another life Celine and Felicity might have been friends. Can they put aside the pain between them to do what’s best for their families―and their own futures?

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Meet the Author:

​Sejal Badani is the Amazon Charts, USA Today, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Storyteller’s Secret and Trail of Broken Wings. She is also a Goodreads Best Fiction award and ABC/Disney Writing Fellowship finalist whose work has been published in over fifteen languages.

Connect with the author: Website  ~ X/Twitter ~ Facebook ​~ Pinterest
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Enter the Giveaway:

THE SUN'S SHADOW by Sejal Badani Audiobook & Book Tour Giveaway

My Review:

I have enjoyed previous releases from Sejal Badani. I was honored to have the chance to read their newest novel, The Sun's Shadow. I was far from being disappointed. I can not say how much I loved this book. This is one of those stories that will invoke a variety of emotions all throughout. I would advise others to keep their tissues handy at all times. They will thank me later. The author does a wonderful job in writing a story of difficult decisions, struggles, pain, and thought provoking. I was often wondering and asking myself, "what would I do?". It demonstrated the complexities of difficult relationships, struggles of moving past traumatic pasts, and the power of forgiveness. It was not a plot that I could have easily been able to predict and never knew what would happen from scene to scene. I did not want to stop turning the pages, continuing to turn the pages, and staying up late at night doing so. Overall, I thought it was a fabulous read.

I had the pleasure of listening to the audio version of The Sun's Shadow. I believed the performances of the two narrators, Kate Rudd and Vanessa Johansson, were superb. They were a great addition to bringing the story to life.

I am going to give The Sun's Shadow five stars. I believe readers who enjoy reading drama filled fiction will love it as much as me. I hope to have more novels in my hands from the talented author, Sejal Badani, in the future.

I received an audio copy of Sejal Badani's The Sun's Shadow from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

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Audiobook Tour and Giveaway: The Axe by Linda Griffin

 

Book Details:

​Book Title:  The Axe by Linda Griffin
Category:  Adult Fiction (18+),  66 pages (1 hour, 46 minutes)
Genre: Mystery, Suspense
Publisher: ACX (ebook edition by The Wild Rose Press)
Release date:  July 2024 (ebook edition September 2023)
Content Rating:  PG-13. A few f-words. Sexual violence that is not depicted, but is described by the victim (not explicitly) and may trigger some listeners. ​

Book Description:

Sweethearts Eric Leidheldt and Desiree Chauveau are spending a weekend at his uncle's cabin when they encounter two strangers cutting wood. Eric is knocked unconscious, and Desi is viciously attacked. The following day two police officers come to their apartment to arrest Desi. Her assailants are dead, murdered with an axe, and her fingerprints are on it. She confesses but is she really guilty? Eric is determined to stand by her, but the physical and emotional effects of the attack severely challenge their relationship. ​

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Meet the Author:

Linda Griffin knew she wanted to be a "book maker" as soon as she learned to read and wrote her first story at the age of six. Her passion for the printed word also led her to a career with the San Diego Public Library. She retired to spend more time on her writing and has had stories published in numerous literary journals The Wild Rose Press has published nine of her novels. In addition to the three R's—reading, writing, and research—she enjoys travel, movies, Scrabble, and visiting museums and art galleries. .

connect with the author: website ~X ~ facebook ~ instagram ~  goodreads

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Enter the Giveaway:

THE AXE by Linda Griffin Book Tour Giveaway

My Review: 

I did not hesitate to have the chance to listen to The Axe by Linda Griffin. It was a short tale but it was full of mystery and suspense. There were moments that made me a little confused as to where the author was going with this, but it all came together in end. I thought the characters were easy to like and I enjoyed getting to know them. The plot was fast paced that had me often guessing what could possibly happen from scene to scene. I had no difficulty listening to the whole book without having to hit the pause button. It was a great way to be entertained while having to deal with daily chores. Overall, a good thrilling ride that had me hooked from the start until the very end. I loved it. 

The Axe is narrated by Eric Priessman. I enjoyed his voice while listening to this version of the book. I believe his performance was just what author needed to bring this story to life. 

I found that The Axe to be a five plus star read. I highly recommend it for readers who enjoy reading and or listening to quick mystery and suspense. I would be interested in diving into more books from the talented Linda Griffin in the future. 

I received an audio version of Linda Griffin's The Axe from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

Audiobook Tour and Giveaway: Pilgrims by M R Leonard

 

Book Details:

​Book Title: PILGRIMS by M.R. Leonard
Category:  Adult Fiction (18 +),  412 pages
Genre: Science Fiction
Publisher:  Blue Castle Press
Release date:  November 2024
Content Rating: PG-13. There is death in my book. There are also religious profanities “God damn”. There are also a few swears (not many but some “F” bombs said by the villain at the end). There is no description of sex but my protagonist follows an online creator who does adult content (her content is never described at all other than to say it exists). The main thing is the violence in my book. It is not gory but it does involve children dying.

Book Description:

Latin was a dead language—until the aliens arrived.

Out-of-work Latin teacher and borderline alcoholic Austin DeSantis is determined to spend his final days in the arms of a prostitute—that is if the aliens don’t exterminate humanity first.

But when the aliens land at the Vatican, begin speaking Latin, and reveal themselves to be Catholic, the world turns upside down.

Pressed into service as a translator and thrust into the center of humanity's first contact with a cryptic alien race, Austin must uncover their true intentions before religious turmoil rips the planet apart. But with Austin caught between the Catholic Church, the US military, and an enigmatic alien AI, he'll have to decide where his loyalties lie as the fate of humanity hangs in the balance.

PILGRIMS is a sci-fi retelling of Augustine's Confessions, mixing a high-concept premise à la Children of Time with the ceaseless pacing and rich characterization of Red Rising.

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Meet the Author:

Michael Leonard was born and raised in Boston, but the cities he’s spent the most time in are Beijing, Florence and Edgartown (in that order). After graduating from Boston College, he pursued a career in law before becoming a China market entry advisor and accumulating a few lifetimes worth of adventures in just nine short years. Somewhere along the way he lost his faith but he found it again in graduate school at MIT. Married with two young sons, he can be found discussing his next novel with his ten pound dachshund as he strolls around Boston Harbor.

connect with the author: website ~ X ~ instagram ~ goodreads

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Enter the Giveaway:

PILGRIMS by M.R. Leonard Book Tour Giveaway

My Review:

Pilgrims is a good debut novel for author M R Leonard. I have to admit I am not a fan of fantasy and science fiction, particularly those containing aliens. After reading the description, I was not sure if this book would be for me. However, my interest was piqued and I wanted to open the first page to find out if it would be or not. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I did enjoy it. It was full of action and adventure, often thought provoking, with the addition of some suspense. I never would have guessed that I would have liked an alien filled novel this much. The plot was fast paced and easy to keep me engaged. The characters were well developed and relatable. I thought it was a good way to spend the hours away on the cold, snowy days. It is probably one of the best novels from the science fiction genre I have read to date.

I am going to give Pilgrims four and a half stars. I have no doubt fans of aliens, science fiction, and fantasy fiction will really enjoy it. I would be interested in other books written by M R Leonard in the future. I thought this one is definitely worth a read and not to be missed. 

I received paperback copy of M  R Leonard's Pilgrims from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

Audiobook Tour and Giveaway: And She Was Never the Same Again by Natasha Pryde Trujillo, PhD

 

Book Details:

Book Title:  And She Was Never the Same Again: A Multigenerational Memoir by Natasha Pryde Trujillo Ph.D.
Category:  Adult Non-Fiction 18 yrs +,  285 pages
Genre:  Multigenerational Memoir
Publisher:  Violet Echoes Press
Release date:  April, 2024
Content Rating: PG-13: discusses trauma, near-death experiences, grief

"Dr. Trujillo has done an exceptional job of opening her life of grief and loss for her audience to experience. The intentional nature in which this book is written provides a welcome comfort of hope. Her words encourage her audience to look at those 'isms' we humans all own and instead of wanting to avoid seeing them, to look at them and learn how to navigate and accept; especially when it is too late to share those sentiments when you could have." —Feathered Quill Book Reviews

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Book Description:

And She Was Never the Same Again is about you. It is about your family and your friends, everyone you've ever met, and all the strangers you have yet to meet.

It takes you on a journey of gains and losses that stretch generations, cultures, identities, and decades of time. It awakens you to the inevitable and makes you look at things most people want to avoid seeing. It explores near-death experiences; medical, individual, and intergenerational trauma; the stigmatized death of a partner; perfectionism; athletics; first loves; and the gaping holes that become permanent fixtures within us when those we love the most die.

​You will feel, you will learn, you will grown, and you will never be the same again.

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Meet the Author:

Dr. Trujillo is a counseling and sport psychologist, consultant, educator, author, and human. Labels don’t make her better or worse-equipped to deal with inevitable grief throughout life. She’s passionate about the power of storytelling and wanted to illustrate nuanced ways we cope with grief. Like you, she’s had losses and decided risking vulnerability may encourage others to redefine relationships with loss to live more holistic and intentional lives. She hopes this limited collection of stories can build the realization that there’s no “right” way to grieve.

connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ goodreads

Interview: 

What is a multigenerational memoir? How did you land on writing one?

I had never heard this phrase before. I made it up! My book is part memoir, part self-help, part psychological/education, and part biography of those who are impactful to me. It spans several generations of people and experiences. Thus, it is a multigenerational approach of some of the people who most influenced me, woven with theories and concepts from my experience and specialties as a psychologist and my own personal narratives. I landed on writing one because it isn't just my stories that have affected who I am and why I am this way. It shows that we don't just exist alone; we are forever influenced by the dynamics and experiences of those around us as well, whether we are aware of it or not.

What is the biggest misconceived notion about grief?

The biggest misconceived notion of grief is that it has a stopping point for truly significant losses; the grief stays with us forever. I often explain this as grief changing shape over time but never really going away. Another way I like to describe it is that we grow around it, rather than shrinking or evaporating over time. Some things fundamentally change us, and their impact simply won't be erased. Assuming there is an endpoint to such suffering is harmful, and I see this play out in my clinical work a lot. People often have expectations and rules for themselves that come with a lot of guilt and shame that they aren't "grieving" right if they are still hurt. It means it mattered to them, not that they have some type of undiagnosed pathology.

Name one of the most fascinating aspects of grief that you learned through your research.

One of the most fascinating aspects I have learned is that we don't just grieve death losses! We lose and grieve all kinds of situations. It is everywhere when you look around. It is fascinating that this isn't more widely known or discussed. Often, when I bring up the grief and loss that may accompany someone with an eating disorder going to treatment or an athlete choosing to retire, they are amazed that they could be grieving because no one has died. But in both cases, things they held dear to them and relied on died, whether they had human forms or not. With loss comes grief.

In your book, you discuss identity transitions. Can you explain what that is and why it is important in the context of grief?

We go through several transformations in life. If I use myself as an example, I was known as a student and athlete as a child. When I retired from sports, my life mainly became about being a graduate student, and then, post-graduation, I became an early career professional. These identity shifts are monumental and carry many gains and losses. You can also look at this regarding the roles I have and will play in my social relationships. As a young daughter, granddaughter, and niece, I was taken care of others. As I have aged, I have become a caretaker to some of my loved ones and assume this will continue, with particular roles switching entirely as time goes on. This is important in the context of grief because these transitions encompass both gains and losses. We grieve certain aspects of our identity as they change. I had a horrible time when my life as an athlete was over. But I also relished that I didn't have to stress about sports anymore. It was both/and both desirable and undesirable consequences. Our identity transitions are full of them.

In the book, you mention that different genders mourn differently. Why is it important for us to be aware of gender grieving patterns?

I was speaking about this in the context of my own family and culture. There were clear patterns in how the men and women in my Mexican family coped with loss. Understanding the cultural underpinnings and societal expectations of what is "acceptable" or "normal." When we pay attention to intersectionality, which is the interplay of our different social identities (e.g., ethnicity and gender), it can provide more context and understanding as to why certain people are the way they are, what influences them, and how to best support them. Seeing these patterns on a broader scale can also be analyzed and discussed. It can inform how we support groups of people based on the identities they may hold and how those identities are affected in specific spaces. You must also look at each person as an individual, yet it is also paramount to consider their collectives in figuring out how to best support them.

Tell us about the writing of the book. What was your process, and how did it unfold?

I sat down and picked 12 (my favorite number) of the most impactful experiences that I believed informed who/how I was when I began writing. Some of the stories were mine, but some were stories of those who most impacted me, even if I wasn't alive or part of the story. I then recorded interviews with the key players I had access to for each of the stories I told. I then listened to these and began crafting the narrative, adding my own synthesis, experiences, and conceptualization. After a draft, I read it to the key players to ensure accuracy. I had challenging conversations about what, if anything, wasn’t quite right or needed to be reformulated for whatever reason. This process is described in more detail in the preface of the book.

What is your advice to people who are not actively grieving but suffered a significant loss in their lives? Is there more work to be done, more to process?

I don't believe grieving is ever "done" or "over." We move forward, but we don't move on from significant losses. How our lives continue to unfold impact how much these losses affect us day to day. It is not a linear process; sometimes, there is no way to predict how we may be affected. That is normal and, although difficult, shows that there is always more to process and adjust to as life continues. I advise releasing expectations about what you believe you "should" be doing. There is no timeline, and wherever you seem to be on any given day in your grief process is normal. It is okay.

Tour Schedule:

​July 3 - @ashleylynnreads – book shout out
Aug 5 – Over Coffee Conversations – book spotlight / guest post /
Aug 5 – fundinmental – book review / giveaway
Aug 5 - Faith And Books - audiobook review / giveaway
Aug 6 – Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's – book review / giveaway
Aug 7 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / giveaway
Aug 7 - Black Coffee, Brown Cow – book review / giveaway
Aug 8 – Novels Alive – book review / giveaway
Aug 9 – Liese's Blog – book spotlight
Aug 12 – Gina Rae Mitchell – book review / guest post / giveaway
Aug 12 - Diane’s Book Journal – book spotlight / giveaway
Aug 13 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book review / giveaway
Aug  13 - Splashes of Joy - book review / giveaway
Aug 14 – Locks, Hooks and Books – audiobook review / author interview / giveaway
Aug 14 - I'm A Voracious Reader - book review
Aug 15 – Welcome To MLM Opinion’s Reviews – book review / giveaway
Aug 16 – Paws.Read.Repeat – book review / giveaway
Aug 16 – FUONLYKNEW – book review / guest post / giveaway
Aug 19 – Ilovebooksandstuffblog – book spotlight / giveaway
Aug 20 – Olio by Marilyn – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway
Aug 20 – Olio by Marilyn – book review / giveaway
Aug 21 – StoreyBook Reviews – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway
Aug 21 - Miranda's Book Scape - audiobook review / author interview 
Aug 22 – My Reading Getaway – book review / giveaway
Aug 23 – @ashleylynnreads – book review / giveaway

Enter the Giveaway: 

AND SHE WAS NEVER THE SAME AGAIN by Natasha Pryde Trujillo Book Tour Giveaway

My Review: 

I have been on a personal journey of hope and healing in my life the last year or so. I am always looking for books that I can read about others' journey and they were able to find their own identity. When I came across And She Was Never the Same Again: A Multigenerational Memoir by Natasha Pryde Trujillo PhD, I was instantly intrigued and wanted to get my hands on it. I instantly was able to find it relatable within the first chapter. I admire the author to be able to share her story. It was interesting to see how so many life events can affect us all. It was a learning experience within myself to try to be more understanding of myself, as well as, those around me. The more I read, the more I felt comforted and at peace with the author's words. I found it inspiring and will be keeping this book handy on my shelf and go back to over and over again in the future. 

I had the pleasure of listening to the audio version of And She Was Never the Same Again: A Multigenerational Memoir. I enjoyed hearing to Maria McCann's narration and how she was able to bring this book to life. The performance was great.

I am giving And She Was Never the Same Again: A Multigenerational Memoir a very well deserved five plus stars. I highly recommend it for readers who have experienced grief, loss, tragedy, and life struggles. I no doubt they will find hope and healing they have been seeking. 

 

I received a paperback copy of Natasha Pryde Trujillo PhD's And She Was Never the Same Again: A Multigenerational Memoir from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.