In Our Town of Halloween...

I can't believe that it's September already!

Now anyone that knows me will tell you exactly how much I hate winter. I hate the cold. I hate the rain; and I especially hate snow because it is both of those things put together. But I quite like Autumn. Fall. Whatever you want to call it. 

I like the cooler air in the mornings and the colours of the leave changing. I like the hazy sunshine and the way that the days are still quite warm even if they are airy.

Anyway... After I posted the Modern Gothic kit I had a little light bulb moment that the Baddest Witch In Town papers would look great in black and orange as well as black and white. I then decided to play on the whole Witch angle, hence the Hat and Broomstick patterns. But, of course, I could launch a kit in Halloween season without incorporating pumpkins now could I!? If you follow me on Instagram you might have seen my post with a little behind the scenes designing of the scroll work on the Pumpkin Patch designs.

I hope you like them, and check them out on my Etsy store.

Until next time.... Happy Crafting!

The Hallow Eve digital paper pack is available here. 

Modern Gothic

New Etsy Product Alert!!

So I've been working on a few projects lately; some of them have been intentional and some have kind of just happened. This was one that kind of just happened.

I had been in the process of designing some printable planner packs that you could print off and would work with most of your favourite planner brands, and as part of those pack was including six background papers that co-ordinate with the six divider designs. 

However once I started designing the sheets for the Modern Gothic planner I was on a roll, and next thing you know I had fourteen designs. So what else was I to do than put them all in a bundle.

The Modern Gothic Paper kit  no in the Etsy Shop. 

Book Review: The Accidental Demon Slayer by Angie Fox

The Accidental Demon Slayer by Angie Fox
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This wasn't the best book that I have ever read, but it certainly wasn't the worst either.

In all honesty, this book nearly ended up on the Did-Not-Finish shelf. I got to around chapter 4 or 5 and was seriously considering putting this one down. I think this was because you basically get the kitchen sink thrown at you in the form of a studded/rhinestone covered, pink leather wearing, Harley riding, biker long lost grandma that just so happens to to be a witch, a small (I think) green glow-y eye dart throwing demon, and a talking jack russell. All within the first chapter or 2. The start of this book had some major pacing issues. Everything seemed to happen one thing right after another, for no real reason.

Because you get thrown into this world there is no real set up or backstory for the main character Lizzie. I also think that her character accepted everything way too easily. The grandmother she has never met, shows up on her pink Harley, barges in and looks her in the bathroom and starts casting a spell and when she finally lets Lizzie out after getting rid of a demon (Lizzie got rid of the demon) Lizzie discovers that she can now understand, and have a full blown conversation with her dog. Her reaction to all this is basically 'Guess I'm a demon slayer that can talk to her dog...Okay, great now what do we do next?'. To me, it all felt a little unrealistic, and I would have liked to see her have a bit more of a hard time coming to terms with it all.

Some of the other characters were interesting, I feel like the pacing issues seem to stop once Dimitri's character was introduced. I also feel at this point the story started to seem less chaotic and it had a better flow and I feel that the overall story and writing style improved. I do think that Dimitri's character could have been developed a bit more, but overall he seemed to be one of the better written characters. I like the relationship between him and Lizzie and I think that it is something that can be developed over more installments I the series.

Once you get past the first 4 or 5 chapters this book really does pick up, and the overall writing style is good. I feel like there could have been more backstory in the beginning and a little more character building along the way. If I came across the second book really cheap I might consider getting it, but I would go out of my way to do so, nor would I loose any sleep if I didn't read it.

This book didn't quite meet my expectations by is certainly not the worst thing I have ever read and it did have some funny moments.


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Book Review: The Paramedic's Witch (Extreme Medical Services #5) by Jamie Davis

The Paramedic's Witch by Jamie Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is turning out to be a really gripping series. This was another action packed and fast paced story that I just couldn't put down.

This book focuses on the aftermath/clean up after the Errington Family building was blown up in the start of the previous book. A member of the demolition crew has taken two of three summoning idols from the rubble. The fact that they cause bad luck is one thing, but things take a turn fro the worst when they are used as part of a game of D&D.

We really see the bonds between the characters grow and develop in this installment. Dean and Jaz start to see Jo as their daughter more and more. In doing so I think that we start to see a softer more caring side to Jaz, rather than just the shoot-first-ask-questions-later, demon hunter slash security professional Jaz. As well as this, the relationship between Jaz and Dean develops and they start to work better as a team (mostly on the whole parenting thing). I think this book also shows Jo more as the typical teen and shows off more of her character.

With Jo getting sent back to her own time, it will be interesting to see how the dynamic between Dean and Jaz will change, and how their relationship to develop.

I really loved this book. This is a series that just keeps getting better and I highly recommend it.

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Book Review: The Paramedic's Hunter (Extreme Medical Services #4) by Jamie Davis

The Paramedic's Hunter by Jamie Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was another fast paced, page turner of a read that I loved every second of.

This is really the beginning of a new story arc, albeit, one that is tied to the arc that the previous three books tell. Dean and company may have stopped The Cause, but it looks as though Dean's problems are far from over. This time round we have some new characters that I think will add some new elements and dimension to this series.

Jaz Errington is a Demon hunter, independent and strong willed. I like her a lot, and can't wait to see how her character develops. I can see the relationship between her and Dean having a lot more fireworks, than the relationship with Ashley. It's going to be interesting to see the chemistry between the two go and to see them deal with the link that they both share. Jo is another new character. I can't really say much about her without giving away spoilers. But I will say that she is a quirky one and plays off Dean and Jaz really well. Also making an appearance was Ashley's Valkyrie sister Ingrid. She seems like a lot of fun and is a near complete opposite to Ashley. I think she will add some humour into the mix as well as create carnage; so that's going to be fun.

This book had loads more action and a bit of a different vibe than previous books, in my opinion, which really grabbed me and drew me in. On top of this is was revealed that there may be more to Dean than meets the eye, so I'm looking forward to see how that element of the story line plays out.

This is totally worth reading, and dare I say, it has possibly been one of my favourites in the series so far.

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Book Review: The Paramedic's Choice (Extreme Medical Services #3) by Jamie Davis

The Paramedic's Choice by Jamie Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was another gripping story in the Extreme Medical Services series.

This book really ends the story arc with The Cause, with plenty of fast paced action that makes for a real page turner. The overall arc has been well paced, so everything feels very cohesive and has a good flow. You never fell as though too much is being given a way in one go so you don't end up with sections that feel like filler, trying to pad things out. This is very well written and you really feel for the characters; I think that the interactions between the characters, and the way that the bounce off each other, adds to the story and makes everything more three dimensional and believable.

I will definitely be reading the next one as the end of this book sets up a whole new story arc that will have a big impact on the characters and their dynamic. I would recommend reading these books one straight after the other as they each, pretty much, pick up where the last one left off.

These are a fun and quirky take on the paranormal/fantasy genre and they are well worth checking out.

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Book Review: The Paramedic's Angel (Extreme Medical Services #2) by Jamie Davis

The Paramedic's Angel by Jamie Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very enjoyable second installment to this quirky little series.

I loved seeing Dean's character develop in this book. How he has come to turns with his job and has adapted to the different kind of patients he sees, as well as his relationship with Ashley. I like Ashley's character. I think there is a lot to learn about her, and look forward to that being revealed in future books.

The underlying story arc remains gripping and there is never to much uncovered at once, just enough to keep your attention and to keep you guessing. I like that the endings of these books set up the next story and leave you wanting more.

Very enjoyable and I totally recommend.

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Book Review: Shadow Rites (Book 10) By Faith Hunter

Shadow Rites by Faith Hunter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loved this!!

This series just gets better and better. Well written, with a plot that continues to develop, and draw you even further into the world of Jane Yellowrock. I like how even though the individual stories in each book get wrapped up and explained, the events still carry over to the next book and tie in with the next story. I think this also helps build the characters, and develop them. They all have so many layers and are so well written that you never get bored of them.

Action packed, with plenty of twists and turns and a great sense of humour. I highly recommend this series.


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