Toronto Book Review

HEAVEN IS BEYOND IMAGINATION BY DR. JACQUES LAFRANCE

Have you ever pondered the mysteries of heaven, wondering what lies beyond the veil of earthly existence? Do you dare to envision a place where the boundaries of time and space dissolve, and the promise of eternal bliss beckons? Dr. LaFrance’s multifaceted background, spanning from his tenure as a computer science educator to his pursuits […]

BERTRAM FINDS A FRIEND BY JIM SHIELDS

Who would have thought that a rooster and a worm could forge an unbreakable bond? “Bertram Finds a Friend” by Jim Shields defies expectations with a heartwarming tale of an unlikely friendship that will captivate children and adults alike. Jim Shields, an author dedicated to creating engaging and educational content for children, delivers a delightful […]

SARIMANOK BY BOB HOBMAN

Bob Hobman’s “Sarimanok” is a riveting narrative that captures the spirit of adventure and the profound connection between humanity and the sea. This non-fiction account details the audacious voyage of the traditional sailing ship Sarimanok from Bali to Madagascar. Hobman’s writing is both poetic and factual, offering readers an immersive experience into the world of experimental maritime archaeology.  The […]

THE COCO LOCO TIGER OF THE MOUNTAIN BY RICHARD ALVAREZ & DIANA M. ALVAREZ

In the heart of Costa Rica’s lush rainforest, a touching tale of friendship and courage unfolds in “The Coco Loco Tiger of the Mountain” by Diana Alvarez. This enchanting story, featuring a vulnerable tiger cub and a brave Macaw parrot, is bound to captivate the imaginations of young readers while imparting valuable life lessons. Diana M. Alvarez, […]

AND THE HILLS REPLIED BY SPARHAWK HUTCHINS

In “And The Hills Replied,” David Casterline, writing under the pseudonym Sparhawk Hutchins, masterfully blends historical fact with rich mythology, creating a captivating narrative that transports readers from the ancient sands of Egypt to the rugged hills of medieval Scotland. This intricately woven tale offers a unique perspective on history, myth, and the enduring power […]

HARVEST OF SOULS CROSSOVER PART 2 BY VA MCCLOUD

VA McCloud’s “Harvest of Souls Crossover Part 2” is a thrilling continuation of an epic spiritual warfare saga that delves into themes of faith, resilience, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Set against a backdrop of intense battles and supernatural events, this novel offers readers a riveting journey that is both heart-wrenching and […]

HARVEST OF SOULS CROSSOVER BY VA MCCLOUD

In “Harvest of Souls Crossover”, V.A. McCloud weaves together the physical and spiritual realms to invoke a narrative that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Set in a world very much like our own yet, at the same time, completely different, “Harvest of Souls Crossover” exposes the reality of the Unseen realm by incorporating it into the seemingly casual story […]

SHH… MOMMY HAS A MIGRAINE BY PENNY TEAGUE

“Shh… Mommy has a Migraine” by Penny Teague is a gentle and heartfelt children’s book that helps kids understand what it’s like when a parent has a migraine. With lovely illustrations by Abid Rozdar, this book takes readers through a day in the life of a family dealing with mommy’s migraines. The story is told from […]

THOSE VOICES BY TINA HARMON

Tina Harmon’s “Those Voices” is an unflinching, deeply personal exploration of a family grappling with the harrowing realities of mental illness. Through the lens of her own experiences, Harmon paints a vivid and often heartbreaking portrait of life with a mother suffering from paranoid schizophrenia, offering readers an intimate look at the complexities and challenges that come with such […]

THE CONSCRIPT BY ALASTAIR DAVIE

In a riveting tale that intertwines espionage, betrayal, and redemption, Alastair Davie’s “The Conscript” delves deep into the morally complex world of a young physicist turned Russian sleeper agent during World War II. Alastair B. Davie, a retired corporate publicist with a rich background in marketing, takes readers on a journey through history with his […]