And often it is on the edge of your seat exciting. Since my studies don’t cover the Vikings (except for the glorious TV show, Vikings) I must admit to being a little out of my element at times, but it all starts to make sense after a while and it is always a fun read. The story is contemporary with throwbacks to early Viking/English wars. Birdie, the main character is a lovable young lady, homeless after years of foster care. Yet, I wish I could visit the characters again. But it managed to tell the whole story without the need for a book two. But otherwise, this was a fantastic read. And I almost think that they were necessary for the whole picture. I loved his fierce loyalty to Birdie, especially because. Birdie rocks my socks, and Grey (the male lead) is sizzling hot. Reading Birdie's story was like catching up with an old friend. I know I'm gushing right now, but I loved this book that much. Reece has to be one of the most talented authors on the planet.

On the other hand, just in warning, it does have some very violent scenes. 5/5: I'm still in bliss from reading Crux by Julie Reece. Okay, maybe there was a kiss or two, but that was expected. In fact, this one is tame enough that anyone could read it and not be embarrassed by sexual, much less sensual acts of the main characters. Okay, it wasn’t the erotic volcano that Moira Rogers’ book was. But then I didn’t feel it fair not to read this one by Julie Reece, just to make sure it got a chance. Double Wahoo Here’s what it’s all about: She should have run. Not only is she an awesome bird, but her debut YA novel, Crux, totally rocks And I just so happen to have ONE Ebook of said rocking YA novel Crux up for grabs today. That cleared up, I read the other one, by Moira Rogers, first. Wahoo I’m so, so excited to be a part of Julie Reece’s blog tour.

So I picked them both up not knowing which one he was alluding to. Well, I found two titles of Crux and both were free. Wow! What a wonderful, unexpected find! I think I mentioned that my husband recommended a book titled Crux to me a while back.