​Terribly unhappy in his family's crowded New York City apartment, Sam Gribley runs away to the solitude-and danger-of the mountains, where he finds a side of himself he never knew.

This one started out slow but then exploded with drama and romance.  I cannot wait to read the next book! ~ Lynn

Performance - 5
Story - 4
Overall - 4

If you are a fan of Game of Thrones, you are sure to love Errant Spark by Ronelle Antionette. At the heart of the story there are several ruling families and each seems to have his or her own agenda at play. Like GOT there is a power struggle going on with loads of conniving people each making a play for power in some way. You cannot trust anyone because as the story progresses you discover that everyone has secrets. EVERYONE.

On the down side this story started off very slow. Considering all the ground work that the author had to establish it makes sense. Trust me. You need to stick with it. Once it takes off the pages simply fly by. The characters are complex and well defined. While there are several intricate stories intertwining, Jex and Enari's story steals the show. Despite Enari's non verbalization, her emotions speak volumes. With all the backstabbing and closed door scheming, her relationship with Jex is quite refreshing. Add it that the amazing narration and it simply comes to life.

Ginny Ross did a fantastic job narrating Ronelle Antionette's Errant Spark. Since the story centers around several different affluent families from different countries there are multiple dialects for Ginny to use. She did a brilliant job of differencing between the dialects. I would think one the hardest characters to portray would be Enari since her words are inside her head and not really vocalized but Ginny really connected me to this character.

I am looking forward to continuing the series and really hope to explore other selections by both the author and narrator.

***I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour with Audiobookworm Promotions. The tour is being sponsored by Ronelle Antoinette. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.

Normally I get excited for my birthday.  I drop specific gift ideas to all my friends and celebrate it for a week.  But not this year.  Why? Because I turned 40. I hate 40.  I simply do not like the number and all that it implies.  While 40 is a milestone so to speak, it is not one that I am feeling particularly proud of and here is why.

I long for a simpler time.  A time before 40.  I loathe the number and all its preconceived notions. I have decided that from this point forward I will 35 and holding.  Why 35?  Because it is a strong number.  Not too young and certainly not too old.  It has a certain air of wisdom about it.  It says I am still fun but also responsible.  So take that 40 with all your high maintenance and shame.  I refuse to accept you.  You are nothing to me.  I banish thee to deeps of hell where you belong.

2 Girls & A Book is thrilled to introduce you to author, Kate Bonham.  While we haven't had the pleasure of reading her books yet, I am in love with her covers.  Very eye catching!

Title: Whispered Promises
By:  Kristin Mayer
Publication Date: May 21, 2015 (Re-release January 23, 2017) 
Publisher: K Mayer Enterprises, Inc. 
Genre: Suspense

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​Once a person joins The Society, they don’t leave. Ever. It’s a commitment—an until death do you part commitment. 

What happens when someone wants out? No one knows because no one has ever left until … Kenzie Brooks. Finding out her life is a string of misconceptions gives her no other choice but to flee. 

Figuring out how to survive in a world she’s never known will be the crucial first step. Meeting Aiden brings her to life until the secrets of her past lead to lies she must maintain. How can a relationship survive under the very misconceptions that drove Kenzie to leave The Society?

Some sacrifices might be worth it if it keeps Kenzie and those she loves safe. Or will it all be for nothing?