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I love to read and write reviews, and I welcome solicitations from indie and self-published authors as long as they follow the rules stated in my profile (i hate spam!)

I prefer histfic or scific, or history, but I will read just about anything. If you're an author looking for a review (or more... and no, I don't mean in a dirty way! ;) ) come on down and check out my profile and reviews. Have a wonderful day!

ETA: If you're interested, please DM me instead of commenting here.

Update as of Nov 2021 - I had comments on my reviews enabled so that anyone could comment on them, but somehow - whether through some GR update, or my own mistake, I had DMs unknowingly limited to friends only. I have just changed this option so that anyone, friend or not, can DM me. Have a great day!

Hello Mrs. Strawberry,

I saw that you openly solicit people to query you regarding book reviews, so I hope you don't mind if I do the same. I am Kiran Bhat. I am an Indian-American polyglot, traveler, and writer. I have traveled to over 130 countries, lived in 18 different places, and speak 12 languages. I try to use my lifestyle and perspective as a means to create globalised works of literature. I'm in the middle of a book tour, but have realized that I have done very little work to get reviews of my work onto the Internet; I am trying to fix this now. Would any of you guys be interested in reviewing my novel, we of the forsaken world...?

In a distant corner of the globe, a man journeys to the birthplace of his mother, a tourist town destroyed by an industrial spill. In a nameless remote tribe, the chief’s second son is born, creating a scramble for succession as their jungles are being destroyed by loggers. In one of the world’s sprawling metropolises, a homeless one-armed woman sets out to take revenge upon the men who trafficked her. And, in a small village of shanty shacks connected only by a mud-and- concrete road, a milkmaid watches the girls she calls friends destroy her reputation.

we of the forsaken world…, published by Iguana Books on January 22nd, 2020, is structured as a linguistic chain comprising the accounts of 16 people, connected along subtle lines, who indirectly witness these four narratively and geographically diverse central storylines. The story flows and recombines like digital connectivity, throwing into question pre-21st century assumptions about narrative logic and, I hope, embodying the way in which modern communication unites this planet every second, everywhere.

If you are interested in reading it, you can get a copy on amazon (https://www.amazon.com/we-forsaken-wo...), or I will happily send you a review copy if you pm me. Just let me know what works for you.

Best wishes,

Kiran

Hello M.M.,
I have a sci-fi that I think may be of interest to you,
The Battle for Allegra: Conscripted is a short story (12,000 words). My book is a military sci-fi that is about an alien invasion, and it has a good amount of action, so it may be of interest to a thriller fan like you.
The main character is a 20-year-old fisherman from a quaint village who's got a lifelong crush. But, he ends up getting ripped away from both his girl and his home to fight a gruesome war.

If you are interested, you can get a free review copy here on Story Origin:
https://storyoriginapp.com/reviewcopi...
But, if you really want a paperback version of my novelette, just send me an email at [email protected]

I have a book coming out called: The Ultimate Sex Mindset
Counter Ejaculation Issues and Strengthen Performance Through Creative Activities for a Satisfying and Fulfilling Life

Here's a little description of what it’s about:
Inside this book, you’ll discover how you can drastically boost your sexual performance, improve your game, and enjoy better sex life.

From understanding how to solve pre-ejaculation and other common sexual health problems to a breakdown of intimacy and how you can form a deeper, more meaningful connection with your partner, this book also covers how you can explore sex and make use of technology to take your relationship to a new level.

Here’s what you’ll discover inside:
What Sex and Intimacy Mean to Men
How Men and Women View Sex Differently
Understanding – and Overcoming – pre-ejaculation and common sexual health problems
A Detailed Breakdown of Intimacy
Practical Strategies for Overcoming Barriers and Exploring Sexuality
Sexting and Flirting in the Modern Age
Why Foreplay is Important to Relationships
Sexual Fantasies and Positions to Improve Intimacy
And Much More!

Grab it on booksprout: https://booksprout.co/arc/29172/the-u...

Caleb wrote: "Hello M.M.,
I have a sci-fi that I think may be of interest to you,
The Battle for Allegra: Conscripted is a short story (12,000 words). My book is a military sci-fi that is about an alien invasion..."

Please send me a (Goodreads) DM. Thanks!

Sabrina wrote: "I have a book coming out called: The Ultimate Sex Mindset
Counter Ejaculation Issues and Strengthen Performance Through Creative Activities for a Satisfying and Fulfilling Life

Here's a little d..."

I love R and Ring new authors but only if they read the rules in my profile regarding my R and Rs. Thank you.

Hi M.M.
If your interested I would love to have you review my horror novel In the Shadows. Set in modern day New York City it is written in a gritty noir style; corrupt city, cynical police detective and monsters!

From the back cover:

"New York City detective Al Russo is a walking cliché and he knows it. His obsession with his job and the adrenaline rush it brings has led to a failed marriage and a taste for alcohol.

Detective Russo is called to investigate, what appears to be, a simple traffic accident that resulted in the death of a homeless person. However Al uncovers evidence that things may not be as they seem. His suspicions appear to be confirmed when he is confronted one night by a shadowy figure claiming the accident was actually murder. The figure threatens violence unless the perpetrators are delivered to him to extract vengeance.

The threats are followed by several unspeakable acts of savagery that are meant to send a message. A police operation hastily organized and executed to apprehend the person responsible for the violence ends in bloodshed and death.

Detective Russo now finds himself alone, tracking an ancient enemy of man long since dismissed as legend. He must put his own life in danger and betray everything he believes in an attempt to prevent further bloodshed that would result in the deaths of tens of thousands."

If your interested I would be happy to send you a paperback.

Thanks for listening,
Larry

Lawrence wrote: "Hi M.M.
If your interested I would love to have you review my horror novel In the Shadows. Set in modern day New York City it is written in a gritty noir style; corrupt city, cynical police detecti..."

DM me for contact details. I'd be happy to R and R for you. :)

Hi MM!
My novel Witch of the Wild Beasts is just launching and it seems it may be your cup of tea. It is historical fantasy set in the Philadelphia Penitentiary in 1854, and it features Evalina, who has a very special connection with animals. I would be happy to send you a paperback, as this is what you say you prefer. Let me know. Thanks! Catherine
M.M. Strawberry wrote: "I love to read and write reviews, and I welcome solicitations from indie and self-published authors as long as they follow the rules stated in my profile (i hate spam!)

I prefer histfic or scific,..."

Catherine wrote: "Hi MM!
My novel Witch of the Wild Beasts is just launching and it seems it may be your cup of tea. It is historical fantasy set in the Philadelphia Penitentiary in 1854, and it features Evalina, wh..."

Just sent you a DM. :)

Hi M.M,

Thanks so much for putting this offer out there for us! I have a collection of short stories you may be interested in. There are 6 stories, 4 of which are scifi/dystopian, 1 superhero(ish), and 1 fantasy(ish). Only 73 pages, so they could probably be read in an hour or so. Here is the Amazon blurb:

A cloned child questions his origins with a prejudiced stranger. A scavenger reminisces in a scorched wasteland on what exactly scorched the wasteland. A poster child for a meat-free society smells a steak and asks a few too many questions. A certain sheriff triumphs (temporarily) over a certain outlaw archer. A college kid can fly but is scared of heights. In a followup to the opening story, clone soldiers banter about the meaning of life.

Robyn and the Hoods and Other Stories

https://www.amazon.com/Robyn-Hoods-Ot...

If this is something you'd be interested in, let me know! I'd be happy to send you a paperback.

Hello M.M. Strawberry! :)

I have a mystery & suspense novel that I think may interest you.
My novel is called THE HUNT by Jacqueline Terrill.

Here is the amazon link for you to view: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0833196M9/...

If this story peeks your interest you can email me @ [email protected], and I can provide you with a complimentary copy at your choosing.

Thanks, and have a great day.

Jacqueline TerrillJacqueline Terrill

Hi Mrs. Strawberry,
Would you be interested on reading a contemporary fiction novel? My name is Andrew and I'm an indie author. My debut novel got 5 and 4 star review from Reader's Favorite and Self-Publishing Review. I'm sure you'll like it!
https://www.andrewramzbooks.com/
Below you can find the synopsis. Please let me know if you're interested. Many thanks!
Cheers,
Andrew.


Jaeden Phillips is not an ordinary nine-year-old child. While other children dream of material things, all Jaeden wants is something that goes beyond the extraordinary. His friends and relatives know how special his dream is, but what nobody knows are the noble, tender, and pure intentions that he keeps secret.

Through his determination, love, and faith, Jaeden carries out his master plan to change his life and make true what he desires the most. Soon afterward, when things seem to improve, he falls ill and is diagnosed with a strange disease that turns his world upside down. But what Jaeden does not know is that this will be that path that will take him on the adventure of a lifetime.

A Dream Come True is an emotional and moving tale that young readers and adults will love. A story that reflects on how beautiful and wonderful human beings can be when interacting with others in intimate moments. A Dream Come True is a lovely and memorable novel of human closeness.

Andrew wrote: "Hi Mrs. Strawberry,
Would you be interested on reading a contemporary fiction novel? My name is Andrew and I'm an indie author. My debut novel got 5 and 4 star review from Reader's Favorite and Sel..."

Jacqueline wrote: "

Hello M.M. Strawberry! :)

I have a mystery & suspense novel that I think may interest you.
My novel is called THE HUNT by Jacqueline Terrill.

Here is the amazon lin..."

Andy wrote: "Hi M.M,

Thanks so much for putting this offer out there for us! I have a collection of short stories you may be interested in. There are 6 stories, 4 of which are scifi/dystopian, 1 superhero(ish)..."

Skye wrote: "Hello, my name is Skye and I'm a new indie author. I mainly write contemporary/dark/tragic romance. If you think you might be interested, I would like to send you one or more of my ebooks for you t..."

All of you, please DM me and we can discuss further details. Thanks and have a fantastic day!

Hi, Would you be interested in a memoir? My memoir is My Persian Paradox: Memories of an Iranian Girl. It is a coming of age story, living in Iran under dictatorship. Thank you so much! Shabnam

Shabnam wrote: "Hi, Would you be interested in a memoir? My memoir is My Persian Paradox: Memories of an Iranian Girl. It is a coming of age story, living in Iran under dictatorship. Thank you so much! Shabnam"

That would be a interesting read for me! DM me :)

Hi M.M. Strawberry,

Would you be interested in reading my new book A Hymn of Death? It would be a pleasure if you were) It is a book that will surely leave you reeling and grappling for more as the characters are slowly cemented into you emotions page by page.

Here is a short description:

In a poetic swirling of misery and death, the past and present are weaved together like a tapestry, telling the tale of a man drowning in his memories while searching the present for the death the fallen world of infection had forgotten to give him… and in the end finding hope and the redemption he thought he’d lost so many years before.

As though the heavens had called up all the saints and left behind only the wretched and rotten, Ralph Yale now spends his days hiding away alone in the cold desolate mountains, wrestling with a God that left him behind in a world of chaos where evil men run rampant like rabid dogs and the innocent are slaughtered like sheep. The night torments him as dreams of a loving past and those he lost fill his head, and he grips to them like holding the blade of a knife. By day he spends his time shoveling snow, maintaining his cabin, and speaking with the only other life he’s deemed worthy in the world, his dog. But hope and redemption finally comes when he stumbles upon a blind girl stranded in the forest, and just like the mingling of water and wine, their paths are drawn together until the bitter end.


Thanks,
Ben

SEEKING BETA READERS FOR SPY/THRILLER BOOK, PERCEPTION AND DECEPTION III!
Comment, message, or email me at [email protected] if interested in a free PDF copy in exchange for your honest review! This is the third book in a spy series, however, the first two books do not need to be read to get into the story. Each book has a stand-alone case to solve, so you won't get lost starting here.

See the official book trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk5nM...

Synopsis:
Twenty-two year old Faith Evans is a former special agent for the Real Life Immersion Program, an organization that the FBI calls upon in the midst of unsolvable cases. After being betrayed by RLIP, she decides to cut ties with them permanently and move on to a normal life. So when she’s asked to return to the agency to help with a difficult case, her immediate answer is no. However, she soon discovers that the case involves the kidnapping of her former partner's teenaged grandson, Paul Spencer. There’s no way she can stay away and sit quietly.

Paul was being groomed to become a future tech agent, but having computer hacking skills of his caliber at such a young age may have exposed him to a dangerous cybercrime ring that wants to use him for something life shattering. The agency suspects that Paul’s computer club classmates may have been the associated link. Faith is the only agent young enough to pass as a high school student and must befriend Paul’s classmates to find out what’s going on. But when politicians suddenly get involved, this case may be far more twisted and dangerous than she initially realized. On top of everything else, RLIP seems to be attempting to recruit Faith's new husband, Ashton Mathis, into the agency.

Goodreads page: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...

***This book will be released sometime around early May. I'm looking for readers to beta read the book for feedback as well as writing and posting reviews on Amazon and Goodreads within a two day window of the book release so that it gives the book a jumpstart in the way of rankings. I would give you a free PDF copy of the book within the coming weeks, then you would write your honest review and wait to post it until the two day window.

Hi, I'm Stefen Farmer, Author of Interstate Narcos, and I would like for you give me a review.
https://www.interstatenarcos.com/
[email protected]

From ages 18 and up
Urban/Fantasy
Interstate Narcos---197pages
Published 08/23/19

Brief Syponsis:
It’s been said, if you were to start your own business, chances of you returning to prison were slim. So, the S-man did just that. On the road to success, and eager for a brighter future, he wound up doing those same things that he'd vowed never to do never do again. The business of transporting, and smuggling goods across state lines is what gives him a continuous amount of motivation. But everybody knows, behind every good man there’s a good woman, and he believes the love of his life keeps him on track.
Those long, lonely days in prison were used meeting contacts and setting things up for the future. While others thought he was wasting his time, he knew otherwise. His charismatic ways have always attracted the right people in his life. From the woman he wants to marry one day, all the way down to gathering resources and planning his life like a professional chess player.
In the beginning, though, it was rough for him, adjusting to freedom after so many years in prison. B kept him up to date with all the happenings, the funerals, who came home and who went in. He cherished those 20-minute phone calls. So did the others, separated from their families. It’s a billion-dollar business that he didn’t care for, promising himself never to see the inside of a prison cell again.
B had bad vibes and had told him so the first night he’d spent at her apartment. Of course, having her man back meant everything, but she hoped that he’d changed, and would have his mind on positive things.
https://www.walmart.com/search/?query...
https://www.smashwords.com/books/sear...
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/inte...
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=interstate...

Stef wrote: "Hi, I'm Stefen Farmer, Author of Interstate Narcos, and I would like for you give me a review.
https://www.interstatenarcos.com/
[email protected]

From ages 18 and up
Urban/Fantasy
Interstate..."

Please DM me. It'll be much easier to work out the details that way.

My book "My Foreign Master's Degree " is an innocent sharing of my life transforming experience of studying in Australia that changed my life. The book also talks about magical experience of meeting God in Melbourne. Book available for free from 1 to 5 June 2020. Pls be kind to provide your valuable reviews.

https://read.amazon.in/kp/embed?asin=...

My Foreign Master’s Degree- When Dreams Encounter Realism, Miracles Happen (Book by Parul Bhatia)

My book "My Foreign Master's Degree " is an innocent sharing of my life transforming experience of studying in Australia that changed my life. The book also talks about magical experience of meeting God in Melbourne. Book available for free from 1 to 5 June 2020. Pls be kind to provide your valuable reviews.

https://read.amazon.in/kp/embed?asin=...

My Foreign Master’s Degree- When Dreams Encounter Realism, Miracles Happen (Book by Parul Bhatia)

Hi M.M Strawberry,

Maybe you'd like to review my new book (Woman's fiction), Pride and Intentions. The book finally came out yesterday. If you like books like The Notebook and Pride and Prejudice, I’m sure you’ll like this book. A novel about great love that only happens once in a lifetime and lasts forever.

An unofficial guide to love and trust
A romantic story and family drama,
A tale about female strength... Set in beautiful castles in the middle of the twentieth century, this is a story about Doris Rose the daughter of an English oligarch who cannot forget the poor young man who stole her heart a long time ago when her parents forcefully separated them.

But love has the power to turn the dark tragedy of their past into a miracle.
Reborn as one of the richest men in England, the former poor boy from her childhood returns to the lives of her parents ...
Morally marred by lies, deception and secrets from her parents ’distant past, the former mistress of Magnolia Castle, Doris Rose, is forced to abandon her wealth and become an ordinary girl from the suburbs.
She blames the very man she secretly loves for her misfortune.
Is the love stronger than hatred? Is love stronger than wealth?
How will the turbulent relationship between the oligarch’s daughter and the poor thief of her heart end? Are they ready to put everything at stake for the sake of love?
Doris Rose tells us this story as an old lady. It is a tale about the power of a woman; about her strength to defeat everything that can break her heart; how every woman can become strong,
confident, independent and able to recognize true love.
An edifying story that will make you believe in love that is maybe right in front of your eyes even if you haven’t learned to recognize it yet.

My email: [email protected]

Hi M.M,

Regarding your kind offer, I have a novel VICES/VIRTUES that has been well-reviewed by both KIRKUS and IndieReader.
https://www.amazon.com/Vices-Virtues-... (Though I read on your profile you don't have an ereader so I can send a physical copy) Here is the description:

On the surface, VICES/VIRTUES it is about Cristela Davila, a bright young woman who works at a real estate office by day and moonlights at a professional S/M dungeon at night. However, the intertwining stories explore a wide range of topics. American poverty is placed at the forefront as Cristela, inheriting her mother's welfare shame, goes to great lengths to hide her own status as a welfare recipient from her college friends. Race is relative, as Justine, the daughter of a Kenyan heiress and Italian nobleman, is deemed as "white" by her Kenyan side of the family. Agency is shown as Daisy, a daughter of the Florida backwoods, devices a clever way to free herself from abuse. Exploring the interacting lives of this diverse group of women via a series of vignettes, VICES/VIRTUES highlights how very universal the seemingly unconventional can be.

Hope you're interested!
Beatrice

Everyone, please DM me, I get many comments and likes on my reviews that I do not always see the notification that this thread has been commented on.

M.M. Strawberry wrote: "Everyone, please DM me, I get many comments and likes on my reviews that I do not always see the notification that this thread has been commented on."

When I try to message you I get the message saying that you're not accepting messages

Jason wrote: "M.M. Strawberry wrote: "Everyone, please DM me, I get many comments and likes on my reviews that I do not always see the notification that this thread has been commented on."

When I try to message..."

Huh that's weird, I don't recall setting messages to private, but there it was in my settings. Possibly automatically done by GR or something. IDK.

Anyway, private messages are now enabled for everyone, so hit me up in a DM. Thanks :)