Rating: 4.75⭐️
Uncharted Grounds, the third book in Maya’s Blog’s series is indeed uncharted territory for the characters here.
Lara McKenzie’s format of having her character, Maya, chart her growth and life events through a Blog that’s grown substantially from 5 readers to a inter species paranormal readership of millions , including ones she now includes as friends and found family, has become a stunning journey of inspiring personal growth and self discovery.
But it’s a realistic one, full of painful and awful moments of despair and even death. Those have been equally terrifying and tragic for Maya and those around her.
And this deals with the consequences of that event, the aftermath, and the unexpected repercussions that it will bring upon Maya’s relationship with her shadow demon warrior fiancée.
There are hilarious scenes, terrifying moments, utter heartbreak, and solemn moments of thoughtful reflection upon her own experiences and past history that make her look at her current situation and how she feels about going forward.
I can’t say enough about how much I love this beautifully written series about Maya and her journey through her new life , her friends and how she has grown up and dealt with each new challenge she’s faced.
While this is a fantasy/science fiction universe, the parallels to a contemporary world are very real and heartfelt. And often heartbreaking.
Keep your tissues close by.
This is a deeply personal and emotional story that connects with each reader in differently.
Highly recommended.
Love these covers with their specific topics, this one being Genevieve who had a big role here.
Cover Illustration Main image by Manuka Madushan, Digital Illustrator.
MAYA’S BLOGS:
Espresso Yourself #1
Brew Diligence #2
Uncharted Grounds #3
Flat White Flag #4
Little Bean #5 (coming soon)
Buy link
Uncharted Grounds: A Paranormal Comedy with Heart (Maya’s Blogs Book 3)
Blurb
Life hasn’t been normal since a mermaid resurrected Maya Rivers.
Between supernatural side effects, the terrifying mermaid mafia who wants more than she’s prepared to give, and a shadow demon who would raze realms to keep her safe, Maya is trying to figure out who she is—and where she truly belongs.
In a world of chaotic friendship and found family, one thing’s certain: Maya isn’t just surviving anymore.
She’s ready to stand her ground.
- Publication date: July 21, 2025
- Language: English
- Print length: 310 pages
- Book 3 of 5: Maya’s Blogs
Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words 