There is something so beautiful about writing. I don’t believe I am the only writer to feel this way, returning back to the work in progress and re-reading what I have already produced feels right! It is something I have missed far more than I realized. It is that feeling of coming home, being where I belong, and I must continue to make this house my home for all my days. The plethora of ideas that have been tumbling from my imagination the last few weeks has been awe-inspiring for me.

As I review what I have already written, and refine some pieces as I go, it makes me giddy! For what’s ahead, I am ecstatic to finish this work. Not to be “done” with it, but to see that final product and present it to the readers. I hope it does not disappoint, that with each book I have written and publish it is a constant state of improvement.

Loving this.

Aside from reading and reviewing the wonderful works of C. E. Clayton I have been having a whirlwind of the last two years! This month has been crazy, ups and downs, but by far more ups than downs :). I am 35, officially. I went to Colorado with a friend and saw more, enjoyed the state I miss the most, and wish I was there with my family now! I’ve posted pictures in here, as well. My sister had my newest nephew to the batch as of October 22nd, making the 4th Libra in our family! The last few days were difficult, the fresh fear and shock that my sister went through having him (her 4th child/boy) with an emergency c-section was quite the adventure. Not one I imagine she is eager to go through again (the emergent c-section), but oh, how we love him already!

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Writing. I have done some writing. As such, the wheels began turning once more, and the ideas are overflowing! I KNOW! I MUST WRITE! AHHHH! Hah. Well, I will be focusing on it once more, as I put the issues with the Chiari to the side. Now, this does  not mean I am not taking care of myself! It means…I have to see a specialist, out of state, because Texas has No Chiari Specialists, and see one elsewhere. At a later date. I need to finish this book, it pours out of my mind like hot lava, devouring everything else in its path. This will be my focus. Trying to get out an exercise more-walking with my kids, or by myself- and getting this book Knocked Out. I’m honestly already sick of dealing with the Chiari and the plethora of ignorant doctors. So, my energy is better spent elsewhere. I’ll manage this as best I can, for now.

I know where I belong in life at this point in time, and what I need to be doing. Reading, Writing, Praying.

I cannot fawn enough over C. E. Clayton’s writing, and Book IV did not disappoint! I’ve already begun Book V, but needed to share my review for IV.

See below ;)! I keep impressing, and will continue to, read C. E. Clayton’s work! You are missing out if you haven’t, yet!
The Intrigues of Arcadia by C.E. Clayton

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

😍😍😍 Is this not an appropriate review? No? Alright, fine! I will write a detailed review tonight or tomorrow! Going to start the next book ASAP!

Here we go…Intrigues of Arcadia indeed! Absolute love, rolled straight into the next book already. This book contains so many wonderful bows I can’t help but feel true bliss. Though it does end on a bit of a cliff hanger, it’s not in a way that made me feel crazy/angry! Instead, I was left Elated! You enter a world of political plays taking advantage of our beloved group, using their dire situation to their gain. The benefactor, as much as she can be called, is indeed as shrewd as you can imagine. A perfectly cast character who you know, as a reader, to be wary of for our protagonists. Yet, the benefactor is only one moving part in this game of chess played within Arcadia. Desires for earning higher rank, pirates, loves blossoming, fruition of hopes and dreams all come together to lead into book V! The detail must be appreciated, as I could see and feel all that each character went through. A beautiful balance, for me, of the undercurrent of events, fighting, and romantic endeavors that wavered and crested. Read, Love, Enjoy!

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Finished this book last night, and as always, I’m enthralled with Clayton’s writing and story telling! Read the review below, or check it out on Goodreads!

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The Machines of Theda by C.E. Clayton

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Let me identify first, I graciously received a copy of the book from the author. I have read the predecessors to this book, and will be reading its successors! If you haven’t read the first two in this series, DO! It’s no secret I am in love with C.E. Clayton’s writing, and will always be a fan of her ever growing skill as an incredibly talented author <3!

Now, onto the review :).
This book was such a contrast to the first two it took me by surprise! My favorite experience as a reader is in seeing how authors blossom as they continue to progress in their craft, and Clayton has made impressive progress. The detail that was presented was well balanced with the intrigue and action, introducing new characters that you could completely understand the range of emotions that followed in their wake. We also get to revisit previous characters, which I will say no more on! Throughout this book we get to experience the blossoming relationship between Tallis and Tomas, and I love and appreciate just how well paced things are for the two. Their relationship is not like what is seen in today’s society, but something that should be more aspired to, and that made me love their situation and characters all the more.

Through the discoveries that both Tallis and Tomas experience you are introduced to a land that is steampunk, which I adored. Personally, I have always been fascinated with it, and now I got to experience a taste of it in The Machines of Theda! I read the entire last half last night, foregoing several hours of sleep-that’s how enthralled I was with the book to see where it went and how it ended, and am more than eager to start book IV! For as large of novel as this is, it went quickly, in my opinion. The last half is especially compelling, but I don’t want to ruin this for anyone! Just know our Tally is as brave, and sometimes reckless, as ever, but that’s what makes her so endearing and human.

Wonderful job, Mrs. Clayton! Can’t wait to read the rest of your works!

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