Books by Katydid

Bloom Elementals of India: Book 1 Written by: Sudha Kuruganti Bloom creates a unique world in the Indian culture. It illustrates the beauties that come from living in that area of the world along with the diversity in perspectives, language, and way of life. Sudha Kuruganti takes this world and adds the elements of fantasy to make this story a unique take on reincarnation and finding true love. Samantha is a young woman who comes to India to visit her grandmother before starting college. Vikram is the son of a flower shop owner who is looking to prove himself. Both have their own unique struggles in life. Can they work together to fulfill a 200 year old prophecy? This story is intriguing and uses fantasy and culture differences to create a plot line that draws the reader and tells of Indian folklore.

Spindle A Fractured Fairy Tale Written by: J.E. Taylor This fractured fairy-tale takes the story of Sleeping Beauty and flips it on its head. Instead of a witch, there is a dragon with a personal vendetta- wanting revenge for the killing of a dragon king. Instead of a bystander prince, the son of the dragon queen finds his true love in his enemy's daughter. With all the magical elements there, like the magical hedge between kingdoms, this fractured fairy-tale creates a beautiful world of magic and wonder while bringing in diplomacy and peace-keeping. Rory (otherwise known as Rapuzel) is a sweet girl who hates the thought of taking life, even when necessary for hunting. Zachary is the vicious dragon prince who finds sport in killing humans for revenge. Can Rory tame the beast in Zachary and help forge peace between the kingdom of light and the kingdom of dragons? Only J.E. Taylor can weave this story while adding in steamy elements of romance.

Did You Hear About the Prinz Party? Your Favorite Faerie Tales Just Got Real Written by: Eiran Naomi Omid This collection of faerie tales has three short, modern retellings of Cinderella, Snow White, and Sleeping Beauty. The best of three is the retelling of Cinderella. With a realistic plot line and a hint of fantasy in the appearance of her fancy dress from her mother who had passed away, the story moves quickly and tells the tale of gaining independence and freedom from bullies. The Rapuzel retelling starts with a crazy ex-girlfriend placing a curse on the future child of her old boyfriend. After a childhood filled with overprotecitve parents, Rosamond is let loose the moment she turns 18. While the switch from protected child to the freedom of an adult happens overnight is unrealistic, especially when the curse is supposed to take place only a week after her 18th birthday. The romance happens quickly just the way teenage romances do. The retelling of Snow White has some o...

Pride and Pancakes Happily Ever Austen Written by: Ellen Mint Pride and Pancakes is a short and sassy story about a returning washed-up rock star and a reporter who are at each other's throats until they are snowed in together and the sexual tension is too much to bare. Beth Cho is a reporter who goes for the throat as she is trying to prove to herself and the world that she is someone worth listening to. Tristan Harty is a has-been musician who wants to come out of retirement. As these two fight before succumbing to their lust for each other the tension is high. They have some witty sparring. This story is a fast-tracked romance where the two characters give into their sexual tension in explicit escapades while snowed in at the cabin where they meet. While there are some light plot holes such as why they met at the cabin in the first place, the romantic story is brief but enjoyable. The explicit nature of the sex was unnecessary however the way the two characters reconci...

Love, Michael A story of regrets an d second chances Written by: Gina A. Jones This is a well-written story that covers the difficult topics of divorce and abuse along with reconciliation and forgiveness. While the story is based upon a true story, it is a graphic story which made it hard to listen to. The process of forgiveness is reaffirming despite how terrible Michael was to her. Overall, I would not listen to this book again. With language and graphic scenes it was a bit much for my perspective. For one who doesn't mind those, this would be a great listen.