I loved this book! A fresh approach to Animal Farm with an insect twist! Earth insects are transported through a wormhole to a different planet. They survive, thrive and fight for territory in this allegorical novel. Antuna is a strong female ant who helps to bring the different insect species together to survive on the ' island from home'. But even Antuna can't stop the war from destroying the friends she's made and the progress of the colony. Can't wait for book two!

Coming-of-age story set in 2003 about high-schooler Tommy, who is coming to terms with the fact that he has a crush on another boy. The story starts out with Tommy on a road trip to spend March break at his sister’s house. He’s not excited about spending time at Kennedy’s place until he meets Carter, the son of Kennedy’s friends, William and Sam. Tommy has feelings for Carter that he only ever suspected before. This is a light, celebration of teenage love and how it can be hard to be ourselves….even with the people who love us. Perfect balance of nostalgia for the pre-social-media times and what it’s like to feel the power of our first ‘crush’. I love the cross over with her other novel "Assassins! Accidental Matchmakers"! Great read!

Assassins! Accidental Matchmakers is the exciting first book in the Gates of Westmeath series from debut novelist Jen Desmarais and her husband, accomplished author, Eric Desmarais. This multi-genre, action-packed fantasy thriller starts off with a bang and keeps you guessing right to the end. The sleepy little town of Westmeath, Ontario hosts the peaceful, albeit magical community of Aetherborn folk and their superhero, the 'Phantom'. But why are the citizens disappearing without a trace? From the moment you understand the reason behind the compelling title, Kennedy and Jason are thrown together to use their talents, wits and a little help from their friends to oppose the malevolent forces that are trying to take over their community. Can the Phantom save them and can Kennedy and Jason's blossoming relationship withstand this kind of threat? Set in 2002, I enjoyed the nostalgia of the burgeoning technology and the music of the times that accompanies Kennedy and Jason's romance. Highly recommended for fans of fantasy with action and romance that takes it to another level. I can't wait for book 2 in the series to drop!