Runnin’ with Frogs
Title: Runnin’ with Frogs: A Navy Memoir
Author: George R. Worthington
Publisher: Authors Press
ISBN: 1643146262
Pages: 232
Genre: Biography
Reviewed by: Dan MacIntosh
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Although George R. Worthington’s memoir is centered around his American naval career, it also reads like an overview of modern military history. Worthington’s military career began at the U.S. Naval Academy, and his first assignments began in the early 1960s. His career took him from Hell Week training, all the way up to the highest corridors
Paul of Tarsus
Title: Paul of Tarsus: A study of his letters Volume ll
Author: Edward Monjay
Publisher: Page Turner Press and Media
ISBN: 978-1649082213
Genre: Religion
Pages: 165
Reviewed by: Lisa Brown
Hollywood Book Reviews
A scholarly exploration based on both scripture and archeological evidence, author Edward Monjay’s Paul of Tarsus: A study of his letters volume ll, presents to inquiring minds, a deeply intriguing work which takes readers on a thought provoking and perhaps ultimately perspective-altering journey through the writings and beliefs of the
God’s Child
Title: God’s Child: Memoirs and Philosophy of Life
Author: Terrence Steven Lake
Publisher: GoldTouch Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1954673908
Pages: 142
Genre: Worship & Devotion
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
The differences that make us up as individuals should be celebrated and even bring us together to love each other as our brothers and sisters of the world. But often, it is those differences which cause turmoil amongst each other – rather than bringing us together. It is a sad fact of
Between Tomorrow and Yesterday
Title: Between Tomorrow and Yesterday
Author: Ev’one-yaY Eulasson
Publisher: XlibrisUS
ISBN: 978-1524558611
Pages: 190
Genre: Play & Scriptwriting / Writing Reference/Playwriting
Reviewed by: Anthony Avina
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One of humanity’s oldest and most preserved means of both entertainment and expression has always been plays. From the Ancient Greeks to the age of Shakespeare and modern-day Broadway, plays and musicals have always been a means of showcasing artistry and creativity while conveying an important message. As William Shakespeare once said, “All the world’s
Lost in the Shadows
Title: Lost in the Shadows: One Memory, Two Loves
Author: Alan M. Oberdeck
Publisher: Great Writers Media
ISBN: 978-1-954908-14-7
Genre: Christian Fiction
Pages: 141
Reviewed by: Allison Walker
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It was a dark and stormy night when the stranger’s Ford careened off the side of the road and left him injured on the side of a mountain. Hurt and suffering severe amnesia, the stranger can’t recall who he is, where he’s from, or what he was doing when the accident happened.
JOSHUA: The Odyssey of an Ordinary Man
Title: JOSHUA: The Odyssey of an Ordinary Man
Author: Theckedath M. Mathew MD
Publisher: Odyssey Press, Inc.
ISBN: 0988713004
Pages: 596
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewed by: Aaron Washington
Hollywood Book Reviews
The storytelling in JOSHUA: The Odyssey of an Ordinary Man by author Theckedath M. Mathew MD, is nothing short of exceptional. The author knows how to capture the reader’s attention by including amusing literary elements in his story. The first thing you notice about Theckedath M. Mathew’s writing is his attention to detail.
The 1300 Years’ War: Volume 1
Title: The 1300 Years’ War: Volume 1
Author: Robert Maddock
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1643675183
Pages: 508
Genre: History
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
History of any sort has always been a serious passion of mine. I find it altogether fascinating to be told about the past and believe that it can and will help us to have a brighter future by learning from the mistakes of our past. So as someone who has an avid interest in
Government 2.0
Title: Government 2.0
Author: Joseph Gorski
Publisher: Book-Art Press Solutions LLC
ISBN: 978-1949338508
Pages: 86
Genre: Politics & Government/Non-Fiction
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
Power is ever shifting in our world. Whether it is power on a personal level or power on a much grander scale, there are those that seek power over the population. The need for control has been a popular tool for many to wield over the years, most of all the
The Dogs of Lenin
Title: The Dogs of Lenin
Author: Linda Freeny
Publisher: Toplink Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 978-1949502688
Pages: 476
Genre: Suspense Thrillers/Literature & Fiction
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
Establishing trust is one of the oldest and most hard-fought battles one can make on a personal level. Whether it is to build trust between a body of government and its people or to build the trust between a would-be couple, trust is an essential bond which people must have to truly create a healthy
The Theseus Conspiracy
Title: The Theseus Conspiracy: A CID Agent Jacqueline Sinclair Novel
Author: Victor Alvarez
Publisher: Black Rose Writing
ISBN: 978-1684338139
Pages: 350
Genre: Fiction / Espionage
Reviewed by: Philip Zozzaro
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A Navy Seal Team is enroute on a dangerous mission to obtain a high value asset. Their transport must navigate waters which are fortified with explosive mines. Once they get to the asset’s location, they must free him from a high security prison. Their asset’s code name is Theseus.
Devil’s Erudition
Title: Devil’s Erudition
Author: Darin Graves
Publisher: GoldTouch Press, LLC
ISBN: 9781955347303
Pages: 93
Genre: Religion & Faith
Reviewed by: Rae Capri
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Some people wonder exactly what their true purposes are for being created and living amongst other living organisms on the same planet. If we give off negative phrases or energy, the world will respond in kind or lack thereof. Nature has a great way of snapping us all back into
Dakota’s Angel
Title: Dakota’s Angel
Author: Bertrice Woods
Publisher: XlibrisUS
ISBN: 978-1465363718
Pages: 204
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
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Dakota’s Angel by author Bertrice Woods is a breathtaking and heartfelt novel about a young girl, Angelica Peters. Having lost her parents at a young age due to tragic circumstances, Angela is adopted by her auntie, Nicole. Close to where Nicole lived, was a close-knit pleasant family, the Donaldson’s. They warmly welcome Angel
The Second Truth
Title: The Second Truth: Korean War
Author: John Viola HM2
Publisher: Workbook Press LLC
ISBN: 978-1-954753-53-2
Pages: 66
Genre: Military History, Memoir
Reviewed by: Jason Lulos
Hollywood Book Reviews
The Second Truth: Korean War by author John Viola was a highly enlightening read for several reasons. First and foremost, it dawned on me how little I knew about the Korean War – even though it is referred to as the “forgotten war.” Between the epic conflict which was World War II – and
The Chronicles of Marcus-Volume 2
Title: The Chronicles of Marcus-Volume 2: The Book of Life
Author: Martiza Vicenta
Publisher: Westwood Books Publishing LLC
ISBN: 978-1648033940
Pages: 542
Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
The concept of destiny has always been one that is highly contested in the world. Some believe wholeheartedly that destiny is what we make of it, and is dictated by our choices; while others believe that destiny is wholeheartedly predetermined, and
Whispering Woods
Title: Whispering Woods
Author: L. C. Markland
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ASIN: B092QRGQXK
Pages: 110
Genre: Crime / Mystery
Reviewed by: Jake Bishop
Hollywood Book Reviews
Detective novels, as well as crime and mystery stories, come in all shapes and sizes. There’s often an enormous amount of sameness to their narratives. In truth, there are some similarities in this one as well. There are bodies found in the woods. There is the hunt
Kidnapped in Jerusalem
Title: Kidnapped in Jerusalem
Author: Beatrice Fairback Cayzer
Publisher: Authors Press
ISBN: 978-164314555X
Pages: 342
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
A tragic hero, a beautiful yet frightful heroine, an inspiring love story; all of these components make up what is a beautiful tale in Kidnapped in Jerusalem by author Beatrice Fairbank Cayzer. It starts out with a tone of misery and becomes a story full of suspense and intrigue, which inevitably leads readers to wonder if these
Emerald Greed
Title: Emerald Greed
Author: Brian Ray Brewer
Publisher: GoldTouch Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1955347112
Pages: 222
Genre: Fiction / Adventure
Reviewed by: Philip Zozzaro
Hollywood Book Reviews
Chico Borba is a conquistador who is intent on plundering the riches of foreign lands for love of country and his own fulfillment. When he and his roving band of thieves reach the Pentanals of Brazil, they set upon a native tribe. Chico snares the tribal chief and comes upon a beautiful emerald. When the Chief refuses
The Saga of Bridget and Amanda: New Challenges
Title: The Saga of Bridget and Amanda: New Challenges
Author: Carole Love-Forbes
Publisher: Create Space
ISBN: 978-1532776762
Pages: 310
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
“Funny how life can lift you and how hope can pave your way,” affirms author Carole Love-Forbes. The Saga of Bridget and Amanda: New Challenges is the second volume in the series. It is a continuation of the story of Amanda McNeely and Bridget Wodehouse. I
The Saga of Bridget and Amanda
Title: The Saga of Bridget and Amanda: The New World
Author: Carole Love-Forbes
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 978-1542995856
Pages: 232
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
The Saga of Bridget and Amanda: The New World is a fascinating novel with well-drawn characters and settings. This is the first volume in the trilogy by author Carole Love-Forbes.
Based on true events that happened in American history, the book tells the stories of two women,
The Life and Times of a Pioneer Family
Title: The Life and Times of a Pioneer Family
Author: Cheryl Hammack
Publisher: Gold Touch Press
ISBN: 978-1-955347-57- 0
Pages: 74
Genre: Historical fiction
Reviewed by: Nicole Olson
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Cheryl Hammock’s novel The Life and Times of a Pioneer Family begins with a young man named Rusty. He is a hardworking man who is dedicated to his work as a blacksmith. One day he is introduced to Shari – they fall in love and
Silent Echoes
Title: Silent Echoes
Author: Reverend Carl Yount
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1647536305
Pages: 120
Genre: Inspirational & Religious Poetry
Reviewed by: Christina Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
For centuries, humanity has craved to find creative and profound ways of expressing their emotions and using this format to not only channel these feelings, but to understand them and work through them on a deeper level. One such format is the use of poetry. From the first Epic Poem from an unknown writer
An Accidental Family
Title: An Accidental Family
Author: Cheryl Moran
Publisher: Xlibris
ISBN: 978-1483640198
Pages: 136
Genre: Romance / Contemporary
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
One of the most important things that a person can have in their life is often family. While many may automatically connect family with blood relations, that is not always the case. Family is not always determined by blood, but with the bonds we share with one another. As American writer
Dings
Title: Dings
Author: Lance Fogan
Publisher: Author Reputation Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1649612786
Pages: 280
Genre: Medical Fiction
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
Dings is a moving unabridged tome that chronicles the life of Sandra Golden and that of her family, and a medical diagnosis on her son that takes them all by surprise. Sandra is managing the home while her husband, Sam, is away on active military duty in Iraq. One day, she is summoned by the principal of the school
Rescuing General Patton
Title: Rescuing General Patton
Author: Curtis Stephen Burdick
Publisher: Gene Freak Publishing
ISBN: 9798559437002
Pages: 191
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewed By: Dan MacIntosh
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Curtis Stephen Burdick confesses that his work of fiction, Rescuing General Patton, “pays nostalgic homage to films such as The Eagle Has Landed, The Dirty Dozen, Where Eagles Dare, even Saving Private Ryan” in the book’s Afterward. Then in the work’s acknowledgements,
A Wall of Shame
Title: A Wall of Shame
Author: George Amos
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1647537289
Pages: 210
Genre: Historical Fiction / Mystery
Reviewed by: Philip Zozzaro
Hollywood Book Reviews
The end of World War II in 1945 brought a collective sigh of relief for most of the world. The evil of the Axis powers and their dictatorial leaders had been brought to an end. However, the end of one war had ushered in the underpinnings of future squabbles. Germany served as ground zero,