The British Frontlines by Thomas J. Eyre - Book Review

Book Description: 

Patrick Regan is a man on a mission. Expertly trained by the Royal Marines and with crack sniper skills, he's always taken the fight to the enemy, but now he realises that whilst he's been away Great Britain has been attacked. 

His parents are dead, his sister is missing and he's getting zero help from the authorities, Regan is forced to face the faceless: the insidious thugs of the invading Russian Mafia. With their sights set on the complete domination of Britain's organised crime, their toxic regime of bribery, intimidation and violence has even infiltrated to the very top of Britain's military intelligence. 

Once again Regan prepares to take the fight to the enemy, but this time, he's hunting them on home soil.

The British FrontLine is a violent roller coaster thriller and Patrick Regan will sink to any low to get the job done. Not afraid to get his hands dirty, he is more alpha male than Lee Child's, Jack Reacher, or Mark Dawson's, John Milton. 

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Thomas J Eyre was born in Oxford and moved to Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire when his family relocated in 1969. He left school at the age of 15 and worked as a cook, waiter, plate collector and washer-up in his parents transport cafe before joining the Royal Navy in 1973. As an Aircraft Handler/Crash-Rescue Fireman he served on Great Britain's last true fixed wing aircraft carrier, HMS Ark Royal before she was scrapped in 1978. Yes he hears the cries of derision from serving and former members of the Fleet Air Arm who served in big ships since the "Big A" was scrapped, but even the Royal Navy called them through-deck cruisers and they didn't have catapults to launch them, nor aircraft landing at 250 knots. 

Since leaving the Royal Navy he has worked as a long distance class 1HGV driver, drayman, fettler and mechanical engineer. He worked on contract in Libya and in 1995 became a Bachelor of Science after graduating with a 2:1 honours degree from Bournemouth University. A motorcycle accident in 2000 left him with serious injuries, finished his engineering career and almost his life. He now lives in Poole in Dorset and after many years writing stories for his own amusement has been prompted by friends and family to publish some of them.

The Second of his books, The British FrontLine, follows Royal Marine Sergeant Patrick Regan who is repatriated from the fighting in Afghanistan to bury his mother and step father, after they are killed in an explosion that destroyed their yacht. On returning back to Great Britain, Regan finds out his half-sister, Susie, is missing and he sets about finding her. The body count begins to rise when he discovers that Susie has been abducted by Russian Mafia gangsters. 

Thomas is currently writing the Third in this series, which will be published around the middle to end of 2018.

Book Review by Carmen:

Even though this book didn't catch my attention in the beginning, it wasn't long before this book became quite interesting. One thing I wasn't too fond of is that there wasn't a lot of detail about the character Patrick Regan, there isn't a lot about him as a person. I ended up giving this book a three star rating and got a copy in exchange for an honest review. 

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Tattooed Love by Simone Elise - Book Review

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When your heart rules your mind, you don’t get to choose who you love. But what if that love could lead to your own destruction?

Amber is a rebellious high school senior and the only girl in a family of outlaw bikers. Her four brothers left when she was young to keep her away from their style of life, but despite their efforts, she’s wrapped up in criminal activities and her life is rapidly spiraling out of control. 

With her life finally going up in flames, adding fuel to that fire is smoldering and infamous biker Jax. As she begins to fall for her dangerous love and throw caution to the wind, Amber might not be able to turn back from the risky path she’s chosen...

Being together might be dangerous, but, after all, outlaws are meant to break the rules.

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Hi guys! 
My name is Simone, most know me as Explode. My passions are writing, tattoos and my family. Writing to me, is an outlet. I write every day, regardless of my mood or commitments. I can’t say I get inspiration for my books. They come to me out of nowhere and then I plot it out and before I know it I’m ten chapters deep.
Writing is an art and I think everyone has a story in them but only certain people are able to tell them. 

Book Review by Carmen:
I didn't think that I was going to enjoy this book due to it's dark atmosphere, but surprisingly I did. One thing I will say is that there seems to be repetitive actions that all the characters seem to do, and I found that a bit frustrating at times. I also found Jackson Johnston's behaviour strange at times. Overall, I gave this book a four star rating and got a copy in exchange for an honest review. 

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Vile City by Jennifer Lee Thomson - Book Review

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DI Duncan Waddell has big problems. He’s borderline diabetic. The paperwork is piling up faster than the underwear at a porn shoot.
Now his best pal DC Stevie Campbell, who’s in a coma after being attacked by a suspect, has started to talk to him. Trouble is, only Waddell can hear him.
The last thing he needs is the country’s biggest case to land on his lap.
Three women have gone missing in the city he used to love, but is fast coming to despise, victims of the GLASGOW GRABBER, as their assailant has been dubbed by local hack and all round thorn in Waddell’s backside, Catriona Hastie.
Shelley Craig is the latest victim, snatched as she and her boyfriend took a shortcut through Glasgow city centre.
And she’ll do anything to make it home.

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I'm owned by a rescue dog, and have been scribbling away all my life. 

I also write as Jennifer Thomson and my new novel, Vile City (Detective in a Coma book 1), will be published by Caffeine Nights in 2017 under my full name Jennifer Lee Thomson to fulfill a promise to my dying dad who passed away after a long battle with cancer. 

When I'm not writing fiction, I writes self-help books (as Jennifer Thomson) on bullying, dog care, vegetarianism and dating. In my spare time inspired by TV shows and movies like The Walking Dead, Z Nation and Dawn of the Dead, I plan how to survive a zombie apocalypse. My obsession to zombies led me to write a zombie novel. 

Book Review by Carmen:

This book has a dark theme and atmosphere. I felt that things were given away too soon in the novel, even though it had a slow start; things could have been more gradually revealed and also a little bit later in the book as well. Overall, it was an enjoyable book that I gave a rating of 4 stars and got a copy in exchange for an honest review.

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Lost Dragon by Abraham Williams - Book Review

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Joseph Nathaniel is running from his old life in America, searching for a chance at a new life abroad when an unexpected encounter changes his life forever; putting him on a collision course with a mystical being waiting for a mortal partner to restore a long-lost heritage. Meanwhile, an ancient enemy has seized power in Japan after destroying a once-powerful rival clan. Joseph's journey earns him a chance at a life he could never imagine, promising great rewards while pushing him into an all-but-forgotten rivalry endangering him and the ones he has come to love.

Lost Dragon takes the reader into a world of honor and corruption, magic and technology, antiquity and modernity, where two cultures and view points collide in a post-modern world. 

Join Joseph Nathaniel on a journey of adventure and discovery as he learns about himself and a world hidden from the eyes of most outsiders.

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Abraham Williams is a new author who was born in Texas. He spent many years in the military where he traveled Europe. Currently he resides in Texas and loves reading a variety of authors but tends to favor Sci-Fi. He plans to publish more of his works when they are ready. He is now trying different genres on for size to see how each one feels with his writing style.

Book Review by Carmen:
I enjoyed reading about the culture of Japan, along with the myths and legends. Sometimes the characters got a little bit confusing for me; the ending makes me wonder if there will be a sequel to this novel. Those that enjoy action will like this book; I ended up giving this book a four star rating and got a copy in exchange for an honest review.

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Diamond Rain by Michael Gallagher - Book Review

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Even Hardened Mossad Spies Need A Rescue Sometimes

At its heart, Diamond Rain is a high-octane thriller, weaving readers through the streets of foreign locales and whisking them away just as quickly to follow the main characters to their next destination. As the plot unfolds, the stakes intensify, pitting Thomas and an eclectic mix of comrades against a Chinese general hell-bent on world domination. 

From tough beginnings in the Bogside of Derry during the Irish 'Troubles', Thomas and his family slip away to coastal Maine. After more hardship, Thomas forms lasting bonds with Lanky and Billy and he embarks upon a career as a photographer.

Thomas takes a job with an international news organization when events threaten to overturn the world. During an assignment, chance brings him Kefira, only to see her snatched away from him in the blink of an eye. But all is not lost. Kefira manages to pass a powerful technology to Thomas just as she is on the verge of kidnap.

Equipped with Nanotech, Thomas believes he can rescue her and defeat a reincarnated Mao Tse Tung in Central China. Can he master the Nanosuit and reverse his fortunes? One thing is certain, he'll do everything in his power to try.

At one peak in the action, Israel deploys tactical nukes to defend against a nano swarm of Chinese men thronging into Armageddon Valley and Europe pays for the Israeli decision when a hastily organized UN peace initiative imposes Sharia Law. 

Pick up this sci-fi techno thriller filled with artificial intelligence deploying a devastating breakthrough in quantum computing and weapon systems of the type NASA and Google just bought from D-Wave Systems. A second chance in love depends on Thomas's wits and mastery of psychic powers that let him travel the Internet. Vengeful gestures haunt him, but love nurtures his strategies.

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Michael James Gallagher is an established author who began his writing journey with a gripping, post-cold-war espionage thriller: "Tsunami Connection". His strong-willed heroine Kefira delighted readers worldwide as she overcame enormous odds in preventing genocide and finding a way to trap a cunning and resourceful ex-Fenian terrorist named Macaulay.

When not writing or dancing tango, Michael spends his time developing hilariously informative Internet-ready learning modules for his adult students studying in their homes. Planning and editing numerous language textbooks complements his writing experience. He has encouraged high school dropouts to realize their academic dreams for 35 years in Montreal, Canada.

Book Review by Carmen:

Even though I enjoyed this book, it wasn't quite my taste. Some of the jargon seemed confusing at times. I got a copy in exchange for an honest review and gave this book a three star rating. 

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The Stilt House ~ by D.C. Waterman

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As an illegitimate fishing guide on the waters of south west Florida, Shamus Pickford rarely gets a day off to enjoy the sport he’s done his entire life, but when he does, he calls on his old friend Klinger Nowel to accompany him. All the stars have aligned to make this trip happen. The tides were checked and the weather was noted, all were a go. The two set off at the break of dawn in hopes of catching that one big one, but when they spot a precarious plane flying over Charlotte Harbor, Klinger’s contagious enthusiasm and curiosity gets the best of them, a decision they will soon regret.

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D.C. Waterman is a passionate outdoorsman with a fever for writing. Daily, he skims the shallow water of Charlotte Harbor on his skiff brain storming and researching his next story. When D.C.’s not exploring his next story, you’ll find he’s quite the companion for adventure.


I was pleasantly surprised with  the twists in this book.  Although my fishing knowledge is lacking.  I picked it based on  my curious side, and books descriptive nature.  Shamus  was in South Florida enjoying a day off with his friend Klinger.  They start talking about fishing rods, and different sorts of fish, it's foreign to me.  I do feel excitement when he describes crashing waves on the boat, the water and beautiful scenery. This begins as a simple fishing story rod, bait, boat and all.  Little did I expect they would be in the middle of a drug drop and a plan gone haywire.  Shamus and Klinger should have minded their own business.  Instead prying eyes lead to Klinger getting kidnapped.   Lester and Eliot get involved in a plot to make some fast cash.  When a bad deal gets even worse, there are no winners.  Shamus and Klinger realize the simple things in life can't be taken for granted.  The story had a nice pace with unexpected twists and turns.  I was not expecting a surprise ending.  I give this book three stars.  I was pleasantly surprised for a book I picked on a whim.  I  understand how these events could be real.  I know a people personally,who have been in the wrong place at the wrong time.  I received this book in exchange for an honest review. I rate this book 3 out of 5 stars.

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Author Spotlight Saturday ~ Interview with Nik Krasno

Please Welcome Nik Krasno, author of Mortal Showdown. Hi Nik, we are happy to have you on Genuine Jenn! Let's get started. 

Tell us a little bit about yourself and why/what inspired you to write? When did you start writing?

I was born in Kiev, Ukraine (then - USSR) in the seventies. At the age of 17, seeing the enormous Soviet Empire crumbling, I immigrated to Israel, where became a lawyer by the age of 23.
Ukraine turned independent in the meantime and offered endless business opportunities as a newly emerged market, so I returned there in the late nineties already as an Israeli citizen and established with partners an international law firm there. As a lawyer I counseled a wide range of multinational sovereign, corporate and individual clients, engaged in diverse areas and industries.

Simultaneously with promoting the law office, I worked for an international business group and took part in different projects primarily in real estate as well as in privatization, defense, medicine and telecommunication in Ukraine and some other countries, such as Moldova, Russia, Poland and Lithuania. As my family stayed in Israel while I worked primarily in former Soviet republics, I had to virtually live on the plane between Middle East and Eastern Europe.

Witnessing the meteoric rise of a small number of individuals from modest Soviet citizens to mighty billionaires, who often neglected any rules or laws, I felt compelled to expose to the world the unique phenomena taking place in that less familiar part of the globe. Although the series is about a totally fictional character, it nonetheless reflects the spirit, some of the known scams, 'lawyers folklore' and pretty realistic business ambience. I also tried to portray some cornerstone events in the history of a newly- independent Ukraine and to share some insight into the glorious and simultaneously tragic events of 2013 uprising resulting in ousting of the president, ensuing Russian aggression in Crimea and tensions and war in the Eastern regions of Ukraine.
I started outlining the first book a long time ago, but it wasn't until my friend and a published non-fiction writer agreed to take part in the project that I did anything serious about it.

My premise was that people are always curious how someone makes countless fortunes. Many followed with interest a bio of Facebook's founder or that of Apple's, adapted into popular movies. Their stories may just look trivial when compared with those of their Eastern peers....
After selling my share in the law office, I currently reside and work as an independent legal practitioner and an author in Israel.

What was your inspiration for ‘Mortal Showdown'?

Since the first book ends as a cliffhanger, I, myself, wanted to know what happens next -:), so I had to continue the story. I pretty much saw the development in my mind, so I just needed to put it on paper (or computer for that matter), hopefully in an engaging and enjoyable way. 

What three words would you use to best describe 'Mortal Showdown'?

I guess they would be: "Transgressive action thriller"

Can you tell us if you’re working on anything else at the moment?

Yep, I'm working on the third installment that shall conclude (at least for the meantime) the trilogy. I have some fresh ideas which, if it works out, I want to introduce into the third book.

What was your very first book that you wrote?

It was 'Rise of an Oligarch'. It's a thriller and a historical fiction novel, which opens the trilogy, describes the tectonic perturbations in Ukraine and Michael's (the Oligarch) crafty manipulation of the ever-changing surroundings to benefit him and his inner circle.

Other than your own, what are your favourite books?

Oh, there are lots. I could probably give 10-15 examples in 5-6 genres from thrillers through transgressive and to sci-fi and fantasy. To offer just few, I can mention Puzo's Godfather, Welsh' "Glue" or "Porno", Zelazny's "Amber chronicles" and many more.

When you are writing do you like to listen to music? What is on your playlist?

No, I don't, since I can't ignore the words and then the songs distract. As regretfully I don't go out to the night clubs that much anymore-:), my music sessions are mostly confined to when I'm driving. I have an eclectic taste, which depending on an ad hoc mood includes house, trance, hard rock, but also rap and sometimes even Russian chanson. 

Who is your favorite character in your books?

Michael, as the protagonist, is the most complex of them all. He's a sarcastic, cynical, audacious son-of-a-bitch, but on the other hand - a patriot, a true friend with his own sense for fairness and his own principles, often contradictory to those acceptable by the society. There are no real heroes there. The personages are pretty realistic with their individual vices and virtues.

Do you ever take characteristics or nuances from close friends or family when working on character development and if so has that friend or family member noticed and what was their response to it?

I had a co-author, who's also my close friend, so it was fun to work together on different characters from their 'inception' to full development. I don't remember 'borrowing' any particular trait from anyone.  My close family doesn't read books in English, so I'm privileged not to embarrass them with my bizarre ideas, but orphaned from their input -:)

What’s your favorite treat?

In Ukraine - it's probably borsch, in Israel - shwarma or hummus, abroad - bacon

What’s your Favorite place to read/write?

Reading goes well almost anywhere at home from bathroom to living room sofa with only the former providing some solitude -:), while for writing - it's only my study

If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I'm pretty satisfied with where I am, although some of our neighbor countries aren't. Other than that, if I needed to choose something else, according to Tripadvisor counter, I've visited around 100 cities in 40 different countries. Out of all those, I'd single out Sydney, as I was really enchanted by both her appearance and vibe.


Thanks Nik for taking the time to chat with us on Genuine Jenn! 

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