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Dark Rising Monica McGurk Book Review

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Dark Rising Monica McGurk Book Review of the second book in the of the Archangel Prophecies series Book giveaway and amazon giveaway

 

Dark Rising Monica McGurk Book Review : A few years ago I did a book review of Dark Hope, which was the 1st installment of the Archangels Prophecies. Recently, the author Monica McGurk asked me if I would like to do a sponsored review of the next book in the series: Dark Rising. I jumped at the chance, because I could not wait to hear what how Hope Carmichael the main character’s life had progressed after her last journey, after finding out she was key to human salvation.
The 1st book covered Hopes new life and new friendship with dark stranger Michael. It explores Hope’s mark that she received on the back of her neck as a child and what does it mean? The 1st book also tells the story of Hopes quest to protect those girls thrown in to human trafficking, which takes Hope and Michael to Las Vegas to save girls caught in a ring of trafficking despair. The 1st book is setting up the story of Hope’s destine how it effects mankind. Check out my full review here

 

Dark Rising Monica McGurk Book Review

The 2nd book the story is just as wonderful detailed Hopes tale. Hope’s adventure with the Archangel Michael, her protector/ destroyer continues as they travel over Europe. McGurk continues the story with Hope traveling with the 3 archangels in their human form to Turkey looking for artifacts to aid them on their quest to open the gate. They set up in an abandon house, the tension between the Michael and Hope continues. Hope is determined to help and recover from her past injuries. She takes chances which make the angels uneasy and Michael angry. Slowly they recover clues what take them to France, then to Ireland always leery that the fallen angels are lurking ready to claim Hope for their own.
The book also covers how Hope’s Family is coping at home while searching for clues of Hopes whereabouts. Her parents learn What her neck mark means. He parents grapple with the possibility that Hope was meant for something large then herself but true greatness. The reader understands her parents longing to see their teenage daughter again, if she is alive. I love the duality of showing the other side of the heroine’s world what is fallout at home. Many young adult books avoid the plight of the parents. I love that the parents are not an after thought in McGurks writing helping to develop the plot.
As the story builds it develops into a searching and torment for the main characters. My they find out who is the savior and who is he saving. The finally chapters are riveting the love and anguish that Michael and Hope are felt by the reader. Monica McGurk twist and winds the reader up with the details of the location and stories of the Prophecy . It was a great read.

 

Dark Rising Monica McGurk Book Review

I have always loved this genera of Young Fiction, supernatural and dark love. This is the second book in the series, but unlike most 2nd books in a trilogy it is not a filler/middle book lacking or leaving too many questions open. McGurk answers questions and gives you closure on areas of the plot. This book also leaves you wanting more of the characters and anticipating the next book. It is pleasing that McGurk treats the reader as smart and does not think that love is simple and doe eyed. Love it is messy and complicated, sometimes bigger then oneself. If you are a lover of books that capture forbidden love, then the Archangels Prophecies series is for you. Check it out here:

 

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Dark Rising Monica McGurk Book Review of the second book in the of the Archangel Prophecies series Book giveaway and amazon giveaway

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Monica McGurk has offer my readers the opportunity to win a Copy of Dark Rising along with a Amazon gift card valued at $40 use the Rafflecopter form to enter.
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Cooking, Philadelphia, sponsored posts

Martha Stewart is Coming to Philly

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my ownMartha Stewart and Thomas Joseph are hosting a special cooking demonstration as Martha shares secrets and tips from her new recipes in her latest cookbook, Appetizers at Macys City Center Philly

Martha Stewart’s book signing 2015  at Macys  in Philly! :  I have been a huge Martha Stewart fan for years all way back to when I was 1st out of college and looking for a job.  Everyday,  I would religiously watch Martha Stewart,  my husband would come home and say “What did you make of Martha’s today?” I would make a dried apple rings wreath or some fabulous poultry cooked on wood twigs.  My obsession with all things Martha finally needed intervention when,   I cut up my husbands sweatshirt to make gloves Martha featured on the show that day..

My Husband said   as he held his newly created sleeveless sweatshirt. “We need to find you a job!”

20 years later I am still loving all things Martha Stewart.

I have had the privilege see Martha in person 2 twice. Both during a filming of her shows.   She is amazing to watch live, she is force, witty,  and very funny. Watching either her cook or create is like having you elegant aunt in the room.  You can feel the refinement you want to learn and duplicate.

Do you want to meet her with me?  Also try her food,  and you live in Philly?  Next Thursday is your chance to Meet Martha at a Free Event at Macys Center City,

Martha Stewart and Thomas Joseph will host a special cooking demonstration as Martha shares secrets and tips from her new recipes in her latest cookbook,  Appetizers.
Macy’s Center City
Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 5pm

Greek Hall, 3rd Floor
Philadelphia, PA

Please RSVP to 1-877-55- MACYS (1-877-556-2297) beginning Monday 8/31, from 10-6pm EST Mon-Sat 1-6pm EST Sun.

Reservations are suggested. Seats are first come, first served.

With any Martha Stewart collection purchase of $50* or more in the Home department, receive a $10 gift card,** a copy of Martha Stewart’s Appetizers, and an opportunity to meet Martha and have her sign your cookbook.***

*Purchase must be made between Aug 31 – Sep 10, 2015 at Macy’s Center City only.**One per customer, while supplies last and time permits. ***Gift cards and Martha Stewart books will be distributed Sept 10th. Macy’s gift card valid Sept 10-17th. Martha will sign books after the demo only. Event subject to cancellation or change.

For more information, visit http://bit.ly/MarthaCC15

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own

LIfe, Marriage, Product Reviews

Soul Sessions by Carson Cage

Thank you to Soul Sessions for sponsoring this post. Visit Amazon.com to purchase this book.

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Soul Sessions by Carson Cage  Have you every felt like when you met someone that it was like you knew them forever even though you only just met?  Have you ever felt instantly draw to someone, that in that moment to just knew?  Carson Cage novel Soul Sessions makes you think about these chance meetings.  Are you predestine to meet your soul mate,  have you met these soul mate’s in another life?

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In the book Soul Sessions the main character Nick Dalton is feeling lost, and depressed after missing a doomed airplane flight.   Feeling survivors guilt he falls in to depression not really seeing the value in his life.  Nick feels no real connection with anyone. Nick lives a life of making money and having emotionless relationships.

After spending the weekend with college friends, one of his friends recommends he sees a therapist Katrina DuMont.  Nick starts see the therapist and begins to trust in “the process”.  As a team in therapy,  Katrina  and Nick explore a new age therapies of past lives. Katrina has Nick explore his past lives, finding he has had deep connections and felt real love.  Seeing his past lives love through their eyes of a slave and  dock worker Nick learns what he has missed in his own current life as Nick.   That is where the story gets good.

The author Carson Gage has been interested in the mysteries of life and death since the age of seven, when he survived being run over by a speeding car. This experience led him on a journey of discovery for answers to some of life’s biggest questions.soul sessions by Carson Cage

I have to say I had  a hard time at first getting in this book,  my physical surroundings were the problem.  This is not a book you can read why watching your daughters volleyball practice, or in a room with other people.  Because the Soul Sessions has nuances that take time to build the story, you need the quiet place to think and relate to the book.   Once I sat down, snuggled in my bed with a cup of tea and kids quieted down.  I loved it!  It makes you look at your own life and makes you questions those connections of soul mates.  There were times it moved me to tears and the goosebumps down my whole body.   So I would say yes, read it.

This is a book to add to your kindle list.

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.