Monday, January 20, 2025

Taj's Sabbatical: Book One, Sol System Enforcer Chronicles

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Taj's Sabbatical:

Book One, Sol System Enforcer Chronicles


Taj was looking forward to his two-year sabbatical from the Sol System Enforcers. At the young age of 62, he was hoping for another 50 years as an Enforcer, but right now, he needed time off. Taj, and his partner Taddy, were planning travel to Festival City in the Asteroid Belt.


But, evil never rests. As Taj prepared for a peaceful retreat, his enemies had a different plan. Someone very powerful wanted Taj dead and wasn't afraid to target his family to prove their point. All Taj knew was that he must present himself in Armstrong City of Luna in a single day, or Taddy would die on the Carousel.

Taj's family all spring into action to rescue Taddy and prevent Taj from sacrificing himself. By Taj's side were Sammy and the Twins, three of the best military class synthetics found in the Sol System and fellow Enforcers ready to fight. Together with Taj's dead father Fencer, who recently transferred his consciousness into the ARK, his mother Dyani and younger brother Jayce they battle time and powerful enemies in order to survive.



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The importance of family cannot be overemphasized. Most people can go to any length, even in the face of deadly odds, to protect their families. 
Taj's Sabbatical by Artell Smith and Troy Smith is a sci-fi and suspense thriller that tells the story of dedication to family and sacrifice above everything.

Taj, a 62-year-old enforcer, was enjoying his sabbatical when he got a message that his partner, Taddy, had been captured by Fayzaan, the evil and sadistic Crown Prince, who was hellbent on revenge. His only option was to surrender himself to save Taddy's life. Taj contacted his parents and brother, who swung into action. With the help of other enforcers and very skilled synthetics, they embarked on a dangerous journey to save Taddy and Taj.

I totally enjoyed the book. I particularly loved the fact that it was set in the future, with very amazing technological advancements and innovations. These innovations were at first difficult to grasp, but they were well described, which made them easy to envision. I also loved the bond between the family members and the core values, such as sacrifice and love, shown by the members of the family. Equally noteworthy was the sacrifice, bravery, and grit displayed by the other enforcers and synthetics, which was very heroic and commendable. The terms in the book were well described and explained, making it very easy to understand and enjoy the story. I totally loved the story.

I did not dislike anything about the book. Although I found a few terminologies a little hard to understand, they were adequately explained. There was a beautiful balance between action and emotion, which made the book way more interesting. The author's writing style was very refreshing, with very interesting innovations and technological advancements. I really enjoyed the book.

I rate this book 
five out of five stars for its intriguing and suspense-filled story. The book was expertly edited, and I found no grammatical errors while reading it. I wholeheartedly recommend this book for lovers of sci-fi books with intriguing technological innovations. I also highly recommend this book for individuals looking for a beautiful suspense-filled thriller novel. This book will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat. -OnlineBookClub





Sunday, January 19, 2025

Afterworld: The Haunted Realm Beyond Our Stars (Next Life)

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Afterworld:

The Haunted Realm Beyond Our Stars

(Next Life)


Death comes, and misery follows.

With nothing but his guts and a cryptic mark dubbed as a conquest, can a Kansas native outlast the carnage of a distant realm?

As a man in his early twenties, Leon never contemplated what would happen after his death. Like those before him, he never knew what to expect next.

We live in a cruel world, and one crueler still awaits.

After Leon's sudden demise, he's cast into the brutal reality of our dystopian afterlife, where oppression reigns supreme-leading to the enslavement of souls and their sacrifice to appease their captors.

In a world riddled with treachery and unseen horrors, Leon must summon every ounce of his resolve to survive. But as the darkness closes in, will his strength be enough to defy the odds, or will he and the chaotic cosmos succumb to oblivion? 







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Friday, January 17, 2025

Peregrinator: Short Stories

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Peregrinator by Bryan Yentz - Short Stories


Seven days traveling, seven short stories influenced by the changing locale.

A distressed man witnesses three strange individuals on board his overseas flight and is both fearful and intrigued by their odd behaviors. While traversing the beautiful cliffs of Howth, a spectator is haunted by an image of death which may or may not have occurred. In Paris, a vile criminal meets his match when two strangers appear outside a train station…

These and other brief narratives are captive to the surreality of the moment and void of any easy answer. These are ruminations on both the macabre and human, travelers and natives journeying through melancholic spaces in time. 





Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Thomish: Book 1 of the Amish Apocalypse

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What if the Amish were ancient technological beings that recivilized Earth every time we screwed it up, simply hiding in the background, waiting?

Thomas is thrown into a wild set of circumstances when the bombs go off, and he is trapped in an underground bunker with his daughter. He also has a secret. One that would likely have him killed if discovered. What choice does he have? Will he become part of the secret society of the Amish or does he have his own agenda? 






Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Nemesis Vector

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Nemesis Vector


As an alien fleet emerges from the dark side of the moon, astronauts Rex Huntley and Rory Scott are thrust into a battle for humanity’s survival. With their crew gone and Earth’s defenses crippled, they race to warn Houston of an impending invasion. Meanwhile, Sahara, waiting for the safe return of her husband, faces her own trials on Earth. Nemesis Vector blends the emotional depth of human connection with the pulse-pounding action of a space epic.


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Monday, January 13, 2025

The Invitation

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The Invitation


The Invitation by Roy Kern takes readers on a curious journey of friendship, secrets, and the haunting echoes of the past. When a group of college friends receives mysterious invitations to a luxurious reunion on the enigmatic Larkspur Island, they are thrust into a world where nostalgia and luxury mask deeper, darker secrets. What begins as a celebration of old memories quickly spirals into a tense unraveling of hidden truths, betrayals, and unresolved emotions.

As they explore the island’s beauty and mystery, each friend must confront their past and the choices that have shaped their lives. But not everyone will leave Larkspur Island unscathed. In this gripping tale of suspense, The Invitation is an exploration of trust, guilt, and the inevitable clash between past and present.

Saturday, January 11, 2025

Yakuza and the Underworld

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Someone said to me," In the Japanese sense, it's not about morality or injustice, it's about face and honor." I'll give you an example of that. That's Yakuza. It can be said that it is cancer in Japan. Police officers call Yakuza Bouryokudan (violence groups), but Yakuza members often call themselves “Gokudou” (Adelstein: Tokyo Vice, p. 3), which means the ultimate path. First, I will write about the background and history of Yakuza. After that, I will introduce various crimes committed by Yakuza. These include sexual slavery, prostitution, drugs, gun smuggling, and more. Then we will talk about the most important organizations of Yakuza. Japan's most important groups are Yamaguchi-gumi, Sumiyoshi-Rengou, Inagawa-kai and Tou-A-kai. Finally, I will describe recent events. I interviewed Jake Adelstein and a government official at the Japanese National Police Agency about the important content of this study. Adelstein is a former Yomiuri Newspaper reporter and a Yakuza expert.


 
 



Taj's Sabbatical: Book One, Sol System Enforcer Chronicles

    Taj's Sabbatical: Book One, Sol System Enforcer Chronicles Taj was looking forward to his two-year sabbatical from the Sol System En...