Caleb Monroe

This was a story I found myself able to relate to straight away. What few people may know about me is that I used to be an agoraphobic and didn’t leave the house for close to three straight years, except on very rare occasions when accompanied by someone close to me.

In Breaking Free, Jacob (an agoraphobic man) encounters a strange mythical beast known as a Griffin, which he soon befriends. I found Jacob’s second person narration to be well constructed and unique. The book was full of show more action and moved quickly, with dramatic peaks that had me glued to the page.

Jacob’s bond with young Griffin, Shadow is that of best friends. The love and understanding that passes between them is nothing short of extraordinary. When it came to the ending, I wasn’t too sure what to think. It went on a strange tangent and although tangents don’t normally phase me, the way this particular ending was crafted had me rather confused.

This was a heartfelt tale with many dramatic twists that I feel fans of mythology and fantasy will love.

I give this a rating of 3.5-4 stars as the formatting of the e-book was rather poor and did make it quite difficult to read. Overall, a short, sweet yet dramatic tale about overcoming past trauma and fighting for what is right. show less

Ben is drifting along in life until a chance meeting with Jenna throws him into the path of a deadly cult that want them both dead. Ben and Jenna join forces in a race against time to stop the Cult of New Beginnings from taking over the planet. Ben and Jenna travel the globe in a bid to stop the cult and ultimately save the world. Would you save the world or save your world?

This debut novel from Caleb Monroe is a twist on the age-old good versus bad. Good guys Ben and Jenna battle to beat a show more cult in claiming artifacts from across the globe. The duo add Sam and Clark to their team as they meet them along the way.

The premise is exciting, intriguing and full of twists and turns. Endearing characters and descriptive use of language bring the story to life. This novel held my interest throughout, I just had to know what happened next.

My only criticism would be that the ending is a little abrupt, but no doubt all will be revealed in the next chapter of The Quarantine Series.

Sincere thanks to Caleb Monroe for sending me a copy of this novel in return for an honest review. I'm looking forward to reading the second instalment! 4/5 stars show less

Part 3 of 3. Colour throughout. Just like watching an Emma Peel and Steed episode, and well connected to the tv series with references to the Hellfire Club. Fun, quick read.

Part 2 of 3. Colour throughout. Just like watching an Emma Peel and Steed episode, and well connected to the tv series with references to the Hellfire Club. Fun, quick read.