My Free Life: Prequel to The Brothers of Camelot (My Life Series Book 3) by Necie Navone – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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My Free LifeMy Free Life by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Free Life: Prequel to the Brothers of Camelot is book 3 in My Life series by Necie Navone. In each thought provoking part to this series, the suspense becomes more palpable. Will our leading lady get what she most desires? It truly is riveting reading.

The danger and adventurous actions of these extremely lethal characters is skillfully addictive. This series, once you start reading, is impossible to put down. Every book I have read in one sitting. The content is powerful, stimulating and energetic. There is also mischievous engagement, trickery, violence and passion. A thirst for all romantic activities, this story offers something different. The Life series is a tale of triumph over chauvinism, arrogance and shallowness. A tale of self worth and fighting for your dreams.

My Free Life was a compelling conclusion to this amazing series. I am sad it is the end of the journey, but excited to discover more. 5 stars.

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The Killmore’s (Killmore Series, book 2) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Ashleigh Harrington

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The Killmores (Killmore #2)The Killmores by Martha Sweeney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Killmores by Martha Sweeney is the second book in her Killmore series, thrilling her readers with more mystery and who dunit catchiness. The continuation will keep you enthralled from page one and keep you on the edge of your seat until well after the last page. Continuing the story of Laurie and Aiden, they are beyond larger than life in this story. Laurie is definitely a stubborn woman who is also very sarcastic, both of these traits are offset by her paranoia, but it is understandable. Having lived through the terror of book one has given her right to be paranoid that something like that will happen again. Aiden on the other hand, only wants to help Laurie cope with all the demons that haunt her past. Aiden is quite protective of her, wanting to give her all of his love. But as the nightmares take over her life, will Aiden and his love be enough to save her? The chemistry between Laurie and Aiden is palpable from across the room, between making each other laugh as much as cry and smile really made this story come to life. Sweeney is a newer to me author, having only found her works with the Killmore series. But I am so happy that I picked this one up. I highly recommend reading book one first, otherwise many of the interactions and characters that were present in book two will not make as much sense. I can’t wait to see what Sweeney will bring to her readers next!

Reviewed by @toxikcupkake26

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Must Be Crazy (Darling Cove Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Roxana Yoss

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Must Be CrazyMust Be Crazy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have come to find out that I really enjoy Deborah Garland’s books. I got the opportunity to read Must Be Crazy in the Darling Cove Series. I have fallen in love over and over with the characters that Deborah has created. I love the feeling that I get when I immerse myself in her world, a world that was well developed.

I can’t say that I was surprised to enjoy Edward and Skye’s book – I loved seeing their story and relationship grow. Their trials is what makes this story a wonderful one. I honestly can’t wait to see what she does with this series, and where it goes. This was definitely a 4 Star Book for me!

Reviewed by @ryoss

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My Free Life (Brothers of Camelot Prequel)(My Life Series) by Necie Navone – Review by Heather Bass

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My Free Life: Prequel to The Brothers of Camelot (My Life Series Book 3)My Free Life: Prequel to The Brothers of Camelot by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the final book to the amazing series My Life. I can easily see this one day being a television series. You must read this series in order or you will be lost. I absolutely love mobster romance but this talented author keeps on blowing my mind. You will once again fall in love with these characters. I was hooked from the beginning and I did not stop until the end. It only took me a few hours to devour this incredible story.

Alessandra is now about to graduate University. She is now in her early twenties and she still loves only one man Greyson. Alessandra has a new roll in the Family she is now the Cappo Donna in Italy. She is now the boss. Alessandra starts to see all her friends find there Ones but she is still under command by her papa. She is so happy for her friends but she now wants the same for herself. After all she made a promise to her mother that one day she needs to be free. Alessandra starts to put the plan of her escape together but who can she trust? Will Alessandra finally get her freedom or will still be forever a puppet to her father the Cappo?

I absolutely loved this book. The storyline has it all romance, suspense, mystery, and trust. You will in love with these characters all over again. Alessandra is such a strong young woman. She had a very tough life but she is now ready to live her own life. Her Uncle is my hero. I absolutely love him. He is the father figure that every girl should have. He does anything to make her smile. There are some steamy scenes that will make your toes curl. This talented author will have you at the edge of your seat. I can’t wait to see what this author has in store for these unforgettable characters next.

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My Free Life: Prequel to the Brothers of Camelot (My Life Series Book 3) By Necie Navone – Review By Michelle Austin

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My Free LifeMy Free Life by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Free LIfe: Prequel to the Brothers of Camelot was a great 5 star read and book three and conclusion of the My Life Series.

From this day forward, life is what I make it, and all I can say is, let the fun begin.

Alessandra is the Capo Donna of the Canzano family and has been planning her escape for years. She has been through so much growing up, she was trained by her uncle from a young age to fight and lets just say this girl can definitely take care of herself.

Those three words…my free life…bring me a feeling of peace. When I leave, it’ll be forever.

She is finally so close to her goal and there has also been one man on her mind, Grayson. Will she finally be able to connect with him? Will everything fall in place for her?

There are so many edge of your seat moments, along with action, loss, several emotional moments, drama, and so much more. We even get a little hot and steamy time as well, which was a surprise twist. I really enjoyed this whole series, reading about Alessandra and her struggles through the years and the great friends and family that she had. All of the secondary characters were great and I would love to see more from all of them. Her father on the other hand was not my favorite and I hope he gets his in the end. Necie Navone has done a great job of pulling me right in with her writing, I loved it. I’m looking forward to the next book in the Brothers of Camelot series.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Dangerous Ground: Tina and Chase’s Story by Alice Rachel – Review by Jana Teppih

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Dangerous Ground: Tina and Chase's StoryDangerous Ground: Tina and Chase’s Story by Alice Rachel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dangerous Ground: Tina and Chase’s Story by Alice Rachel is the seventh instalment in her Under Ground series ( know it is a bit difficult to get it straight what story comes when and you really should check out the Recommended Reading Order to get it right). It is NOT a standalone and the author states it as well so be warned, you will be so incredible lost if you do try to start with this one … I feel for you …
This story AND the whole series, it is scary how much our reality reflects the fiction or is it actually vice versa? “Numbers clearly show that the lower class as a whole consumes fewer resources in year than the upper class in five months.” Doesn’t is sound familiar? And there is so much more in this story where you suddenly find yourself thinking, what is reality and what is fiction …
This story has so many layers, it tells as the story of many, it gives us context to many events in the lives of the characters we have met before … I have always struggled really hard when reading this series … especially now when seeing how the world around us is growing darker and darker … at times I think that I cannot continue reading, it is too much but … I go back, again and again, every time a new instalment comes out … Thank you Alice Rachel for putting our anguish into words and giving us an illusion of that it is only fiction, giving us hope that if there are the ones fighting for others in her stories that there are also the ones out here … I am a bit apprehensive while waiting for Breaking Ground … what does the writer have in store for us?

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The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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The First Backwards ChristmasThe First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams was a cute short book that can be read on a cold afternoon when you have some time to just relax with a book and a cup of coffee.

Jack Furst had been living In South Pole, Alaska watching families one by one leave the town. Not much is left and before he knows it, the mayor is leaving too. Jack is dating a woman by the name of Joyce Nicholson who is a pilot and has been helping other towns by bringing supplies to them. What happens when Joyce is moved to be stationed somewhere else?

When the new Mayor gets the bright idea to hang Christmas trees upside down and do everything backwards, no one knew if it would help. Before long, the news of how South Pole, Alaska is celebrating Christmas becomes known all over and more and more families and relatives come to experience it.
I thought the book was well written and was a perfect read for me when I was stuck home one afternoon.

 

Review by @xchellex

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A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove NovellaA Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Must for Christmas was the perfect Christmas novella for the Darling Cove series by Deborah Garland. I love quick novellas that give you updates on series that you fell in love with. Faith is 30 days from her due date for the twins and the Mallory family is getting ready for Christmas. Can Faith and Greg get a Christmas miracle? What an emotional roller-coaster this book was; I missed these characters and didn’t want this book to end. I want more from this series and this author.

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The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams – Review by Sheri Schrader

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The First Backwards ChristmasThe First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams is a sweet, holiday story. This is a short story that tells the origins of Backwards Christmas in South Pole, Alaska. The story of hometown man Jack and the pilot Joyce. Jack is worried that his town is going to fade away as people are moving away to more prosperous cities. After Joy urges people to vote for Jack in the mayoral race Jack has to solve the problem of the city. Not only does Jack need to solve the city’s problem he must also figure it out so Joyce can stay based in the town.
This a very quick fun holiday read. I like the characters. Jack is sweet and has a bit of a silly side. Joyce is caring and smart. The two are a fun couple who genuinely care for people and each other. I recommend this if you need to get in the Christmas spirit. I look forward to reading more about South Pole, Alaska in the future.

Review by @sherimichelle1

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria DeBlassie

5 -Stars

This novel is a short collection of essays that really make the reader see life in a different perspective. It helped me to see beauty in the average daily thing such as cutting an onion. I really found the authors work fascinating. I felt very relaxed and mellowed out while reading this book. It was great to really step back from life with this book.

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The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The First Backwards ChristmasThe First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams
4 Stars

This is a feel good Christmas story. It takes place in a small town called South Pole in Alaska. The population has been slowly dwindling in the past few years. Jack Furst loves the town and between him and his girlfriend Joyce, they come up with a crazy idea to bring a little life back into the South Pole.

Though short, it is a cute story with a Hallmark feeling to it. I admit, I did get teary eyed at the end. It definitely gets you into the Christmas spirit.

Review by @annahirsch
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Isabella’s Painting (Karina Cardinal Mystery #1) by Ellen Butler – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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Isabella's Painting (Karina Cardinal Mystery #1)Isabella’s Painting by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Isabella’s Painting by Ellen Butler is the first in her Karina Cardinal Mystery series. We are introduced to Karina, the hero of the series, as she gets caught up in solving the mystery of a strange painting she suspects may link her potential father-in-law with a major art theft.
Karina is a great character! She reminds me of Catherine Morland from Northanger Abbey in the ways that she snoops around to uncover the secrets of her too-perfect boyfriend and his family. Unlike Catherine, though, Karina’s suspicions are more the product of her observant and analytical mind than novel-fuelled fantasies. Karina is a lobbyist for a medical organisation and so has a law degree and strong morals which make her a perfect lead for this series!
It’s a really enjoyable book! The mystery is enthralling and the romance enticing. The story is well fleshed out with supporting characters and various events giving the main characters time and space to develop. The story is told from Karina’s point of view, which works well as we find out her suspicions but can’t find out if she’s right or not until she does.
For me, this is a five star book and I’m looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I’d recommend it to art fans and people who like a bit of mystery with their romance!

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria F. DeBlassie – Review by Caralee Loonat

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Everyday Enchantments:Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria F. DeBlassie
4 Stars!!!!

This is a very unique book and a very refreshing author. This is my first time reading this author and I have to say that I found this book to be quite interesting. The whole concept of magic in everything is just so refreshing. I really found myself getting caught up in the creative world the author was creating. I found that it really made me look at life and see just how magical it really is.

There is just so much going on in this book that you really need to just get lost in it. The author
brings so much creativeness to this book. You can easily get lost in the ramblings of this book. It
was such a unique book and I am so glad that I was able to read it. This is like a trip down a road less traveled and everyone should read a book like this at least once if not again and again I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Born To Fight (Can’t Resist You Book 1) by Brittany Anne – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Born to Fight (Can't Resist You, #1)Born to Fight by Brittany Anne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Born To Fight is the first book in the Can’t Resist You series by Brittany Anne. I had never read any of this author’s work before and after reading Born To Fight I’ll definitely be reading more.
Born To Fight is the story of Hunter and Rain who are thrown together when Rain saves Hunter’s life after a brutal attack from enemy forces. Hunter is the leader of the resistance who are trying to take back power from the UNR who are in control of the USA.
The chemistry between Hunter and Rain is instant. Rain has lived in a bunker alone for 2 years after escaping from her brutal husband, the leader of the UNR. Rain keeps her identity a secret as she’s scared of what would happen if the resistance knew her true identity.
This story had me gripped from the very first page and continued to keep me gripped right up to the very end. There are so many twists and turns, just when you think you know what’s going to happen, the author shocks you and takes you on a different journey.
Both Hunter and Rain are very strong characters and have suffered so much adversity in their lives. You really can’t help rooting for them and hoping that they will get their happily ever after.
Having thoroughly enjoyed Born To Fight, I’m really looking forward to see what the next instalment in this series brings.

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Getting the Goods by Elizabeth Perry – Review by Chantelle Smith

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Getting the GoodsGetting the Goods by Elizabeth Perry
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Getting the Goods is a stand-alone novel from author Elizabeth Perry. My only issue is that I didn’t find this book sooner. I absolutely loved everything about this read, this author has a brilliant writing style that totally connects the reader to the storyline and the amazing characters she has created.

This read was filled with laughs, banter, passion, feistiness, romance and a whole lot of brilliance. I loved the concept of this book, Gabriella has taken it upon herself with the help/guidance of best friend Maria to become a mother in the most unconventional way – stealing sperm, but what she never expected was for Conner Andrews Victim Number 1 to come barrelling back into her life after the humiliation she faced the morning after with him. Especially when she finds out that he is her new boss!
The connection and the back and forth banter these two have from the start is what really sets the tone to this read. Gabriella is always wanting to find any way possible to push Conner’s limits, and what she doesn’t realise is that Conner is actually finding it quite refreshing and amusing, to be honest, is one of the things he actually likes about her. But underneath all the back and forth banter, you could tell there was something sizzling especially after spending time with Conner’s family. They both realise there is actually more to each other than the deal/agreement they made while on their week getaway could something actually become of them? Could Conner go against all he knew and settle down & become a father as that is a major part of being in Gabriella’s life? Can Gabriella finally get her HEA and become pregnant and have the family she always wanted? And will Conner be apart of that life?

I read this book in one sitting! I was truly captivated with this read and couldn’t put it down, it had me laughing out loud, grinning from ear to ear and even feel some of their pain in certain situations through this book, maybe even a few tears. But this was an amazing comedy romance read that I would read over and over again.
With that being said there were many secondary characters in this read that most defiantly deserve their own book such as Carter & Maria, I would love to read their story especially if Conner and Gabriella are involved in the story!

This is an incredible read that has set me up for reading more of Elizabeth Perry’s books. This is a book not to be missed!

Reviewed by @tillytillzz

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Maura Harper

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Everyday EnchantmentsEveryday Enchantments by Maria F. DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

EVERYDAY ENCHANTMENTS is like a book of poetry. It’s a collection of essays written by Maria DeBlassie about everyday things (as stated in the title). From Eggs to Hair to Reading and so much more, this book brought memories back of things I had forgotten and things I have yet to discover. Each essay is about 2 pages long so it’s the perfect book to read while sipping a cup of tea or when you have a few minutes between tasks. It is easy to put down after reading a few “chapters” and picking up again later.

Here are a few of my favorite:

Crocheting Infinite Blankets: “Your first was a monstrous purple affair…” (Does the author know me personally?)
On Mondays: “They are the ugly duckling of weekdays…”
I Live in Stories: “I live in stories because I am uncomfortable anywhere else.”
Reading Late into the Night: “You’ve lost track of time.” (Sheesh, stop looking in my windows…hehe)

Sometimes I thought I understood how the book was put together because they seemed to be in “categories” and then something off topic would be written and I realized that it is just a book to enjoy, not analyze.

I originally rated this with 4 stars but after writing this review and going back over my highlights, I’m changing it to a 5 star review because I enjoyed even more the second time around.

Review by @mauraharper

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Mouse Trapped (Satan’s Devils MC Series Book #9) by Manda Mellett – Review by Angela Hayes

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Mouse Trapped: Satan's Devils MC #9Mouse Trapped: Satan’s Devils MC #9 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

Mouse Trapped is the ninth book in Satan’s Devils MC Series by Manda Mellett. This story centres on Mouse, a techie/supreme computer whiz- who has appeared in previous books. He’s always played a quiet, supporting character in the past- who we didn’t get to see too much of. He had intrigued me whenever he’d made an appearance, and I’ve wanted to know his story since the first time I met him. Mouse has Native American Indian heritage (half Navajo Indian) which makes him even more intriguing in my mind. I always felt that there was so much more to him than what we were being shown, and in this book, I discovered just how deep those waters flow…
This book could be read as a standalone, without feeling like you’re missing information, or storyline- but be prepared to develop a Manda Mellett addiction, one book may not be enough!
I loved following along on this story- as I have come to expect from Ms. Mellett, there was a lot more to this story than it first appears. Her stories are always unpredictable, with twists and surprising developments, and this one was no different- taking me on a ride I won’t soon forget! She had me reading with bated breath, devouring every page to discover what would happen next. There was action, drama, suspense, emotion, heat & sizzle, brotherhood, camaraderie, some humour, a great storyline, wonderful characters, and much more….
If you love a really well written, original, and riveting MC story- with complex, interesting and endearing characters- then this is definitely the book for you!
I can’t wait to see what she will do next?!

Thank you, Ms. Mellett!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Changeup by Mary Billiter – Review by Shannon Fowler

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The Changeup (Resort Romance #6)The Changeup by Mary Billiter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Here’s a cute story with a little mystery. Mary Billiter is the author of the Resort Romance novels. Each book is about a different set of characters. Each story is based in a hotel within the Point Resorts. While this is book 6 there is no need to read them in order. But you will definitely want to read all of the books.

Rebel Roberts is our leading lady and is trying to save herself with the help of the FBI. But trouble seems to follow Rebel no matter where she goes. Ryan McHenry is a soon to be sheriff’s deputy in Rebel’s new town. He can read Rebel’s lies across town, but when they discover a dead body together, he knows that there is more going on, not just with Rebel but with some of the locals in town too.

I liked reading about these two characters and their little adventure. Billiter has an easy style to read, which makes for a quick read. She writes about characters that are real but in such a way that the reader can escape into the characters world forgetting about their own problems.

Another Mary Billiter recommendation.

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PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMOND – Review by Debi Kircher

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Player (21st Century Courtesan #1)Player by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

PLAYER (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMOND

4 Stars

So this book was a pleasant surprise as far as it was definitely not what I expected I would be reading after reading the synopsis. This is my first book by this author and I loved everything about it except the ending…. The flow was awesome and I wasn’t even paying attention to where I was in the story and then just like that it was done and I had no idea this story would be continued, thankfully it did not end on a huge cliffhanger but there was enough of one that I wanted to throw my kindle when I was done.

I loved Evie once I got to know her, and that didn’t take long after reading about her life growing up and then where she was in the present. She has a special ability that has allowed her to make enough money to take care of her mother and her sister, but she wants out and has finally gotten to the point where she can move on yet there are a few men that are making that very hard for her as well as a stalker that she just can’t shake. She has fallen in love with Dylan, one of her clients and this whole part of the storyline had me so frustrated and although I loved them together they still had me so angry and I wanted to crawl through my kindle and slap them both.

I need the rest of this story, I have so many questions and I need to know what the future holds for Evie, will she be able to identify her stalker, will Dylan and Evie figure it out and have a future together? And so many other things…

I highly recommend this book, it was awesome and I can not wait to check out what else this author has available.

Review by @debikircher

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings By Maria F. DeBlassie – Review by Katie Kearney

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Everyday EnchantmentsEveryday Enchantments by Maria F. DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic & Daily Conjurings By Maria F. DeBlassie. I think we could all benefit from enjoying life’s small things and that’s what I took away from this book. This isn’t my usual read but I’m really glad I took a chance because by the end I had a bit of a different look on life. This book is filled with thought provoking experience and I love the writing style. There’s many of lessons that could be learned from this book. There’s emotion written in that readers can feel. While this is a more thought provoking book it’s a very relaxing book to read. The perfect book for a Sunday afternoon, cozy chair and hot cocoa. I’m giving this wonderful book a five star review and highly recommend it to anyone no matter what your reading likes are.

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Embattled Hearts (Military Romantic Suspense) (Lost and Found Book 1) by J.M. Madden – Review by Robin Rankin

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Embattled Hearts (Lost and Found, #1)Embattled Hearts by J.M. Madden

Embattled Hearts by J.M. Madden is the first book in the Lost and Found series. This is another book I have had in my kindle for far too long and just how read. I wish I had not taken so long to read it. I have a huge soft spot for Veterans and wish there was more done for them. But an injured Veteran has my heart completely and totally.

John had a major injury while serving overseas and still resents the limitations the injury has placed on him not only in his daily life but also professional. He is just a grumpy angry Marine, but when he’s around Shannon some of that seems to fade.

Shannon loves working with the agency and the guys. Being the only female in the office doesn’t bother her a bit. She has a ghost from the past come back or at least she thinks it’s that ghost. Thankfully John is able to step in and help her.

There is suspense, romance and some hot moments in this book. I think the biggest thing it shows is love is blind. If you truly love that person you don’t notice the things that they consider imperfections. Already read the synopsis of the next book and looking forward to getting to it soon.

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Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic and Daily Conjurings By Maria F. Deblassie – Review By Felicia Bates

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Everyday EnchantmentsEveryday Enchantments by Maria F. DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Everyday Enchantments: Musings on Ordinary Magic and Daily Conjurings
Maria F. Deblassie
4 out of 5 stars

I try to read or listen to a form of personal development every day. While Everyday Enchantments is not a self help or personal development book and she certainly doesn’t spend the span of the book telling you how you should live, I was drawn to it because it was written to show the joy of the seemingly small things in life and centered on mindfulness. The book is comprised of essays so you can take your time indulging in the writing of you so choose.
Maria F. Deblassie’s writing style is captivating and each story almost has a calming effect. She does a great way of making you reflect upon your life and how you approach it. There is magic in the day to day but you have to choose to see it. I would give Everyday Enchantments four stars and I look forward to rereading it from time to time as well as more to come from Maria F. Deblassie.

Review by @fnbates

 

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The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams – Review Sarah Oakes

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The First Backwards ChristmasThe First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great read about reinvention. South Pole Alaska is slowly becoming a ghost town as residents leave. When the mayor resigns, local Jack Furst is volunteered into the role. Can he come up with a way to restore their town?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns that I just couldn’t put down. Well developed characters like the supportive Joyce living her dream or Jack wanting to help others. Extremely enjoyable as a prequel to learn how all the traditions came to be.
I loved the feel of a small town community working together to brainstorm ideas with the sense of a small town with little shops and friendly people.
I also loved the visual detail throughout the novel like with the Christmas tree and decorations or the Santa costume full of vivid colours against the snow white landscape. Also the sense of the elements in the cold and the snow as if you could feel it And the unusual but refreshing take on Christmas. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

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Across From You By Amabel Daniels – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Across From YouAcross From You by Amabel Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Across From You By Amabel Daniels is a wonderfully written romantic comedy that I had a hard time putting down once I started reading. This is Lexi and Jack’s story. Lexi is a woman who has sworn off men and is trying to guard her heart But then she meets Jack. Jack is looking for love and can’t stop thinking about her. Will she give Jack a chance to win her heart?can he convince her that he wants a relationship with her? Will these two get their HEA? I highly recommend reading this book especially if you want to know what happens next .I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland – Review by Lisa Helmick

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A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove NovellaA Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Must for Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella
By Deborah Garland
Rated 5 stars

This is a story filled with characters about strong family ties. It also gives me a feeling of the love between not only the main characters but also the whole family. It’s nice to see Greg and Faith again. She is pregnant with twins and they have just come back from Skye and Edwards wedding. Then all heck breaks loose. Can they recover together or will they lose faith?

I loved seeing all the characters from the previous books in here. This family has such an amazing bond between them. Each has had a disconnect for a bit but they have all come back. When there are times of need? They all cover for each other. The guys…well their bonding has its fun times. They girls….give good advice. I particularly liked the relationship Greg has always had with his Dad. This one shows so much of that love between them and (hopefully Greg can carry that forward.

This story made me a little emotional at times. I also chuckled a few. Hopefully this isn’t the last in the series but maybe Lily can get a story now and we can still touch base with a few of these wonderful characters!

If you have read the previous series you will enjoy this. If you have not read the series you will enjoy it as well but maybe not have such a deep understanding of the characters. Either way it a great read!

Review by @lisahelmick
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An Agreement (Summer in New York #3) by Lindsay Marie Miller – Review by Tracy Manderson

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An Agreement (Summer in New York, #3)An Agreement by Lindsay Marie Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An Agreement (Summer in New York #3) by Lindsay Marie Miller
5 out of 5 stars
An Agreement is the third book in the Summer in New York series written by Ms. Miller and she did not disappoint. This author is an amazing writer with her unique storytelling. The characters are amazing and the plot two broken find each other and heal each other. The description of New York and Louisiana were incredible.
Can friends turn into lovers? When someone friend zones you can you become more? You will have to read this amazing story.
Bailey is still single at twenty five. Not the future she had in mind. If only she understood men. How they think. What they want. So far, online dating is a bust. Until her new friend Carter agrees to help me. He’s rugged and sexy in a brooding kind of way. Too be bad he’s got her in the friend zone. Because the only man she want’s is him.
From the moment they met, Carter can’t stop thinking about her. She’s everything any man would dream of having. But she’ll never be his. He is broken and lost. He’s not good enough for her. No man is. That’s why he is breaking the guy code and spilling all of our secrets. So she won’t be subject to the manipulative ways of men. Because Bailey deserves her knight in shining armor. Even if he’s not himself.
Why isn’t Carter good enough for Bailey? Can they fight their demons together or will is destroy them? Will they have a happily ever after?
I highly recommend this book/series…
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Hope’s Decree (The Fated Book 1) by Angela McPherson – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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Hope's Decree (The Fated #1)Hope’s Decree by Angela McPherson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hope’s Decree is book one in the Fated series by Angela McPherson. I have not read work by this author for a while and it was a fantastic break from the norm, for me. This story was well balanced, with just the right amount of suspense, paranormal activity, energy, intensity and attraction.

Trinity has the frustrating ability to hear others thoughts, which she deals with with a lot of trepidation and uncertainty. And being a relative of the ever curious Pandora, how else could she be?? The timing that allowed me to read Hope’s Decree could not have been more perfect. I was ready for a story with a difference, and I can say it was a whole lot of different wrapped in excitement and wonder.

Angela McPherson has totally blindsided me with the ingenious quality and complexity of the story and its characters. I cannot wait for more. 5 stars.

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Degrees of Control (A Prestian Series Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Degrees of Control (Prestian Series, #3)Degrees of Control by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Degrees of Control (A Prestian Series Book 3) by Via Mari is ​the third book in the series and is a suspense erotic romance story. This book continues on from the others and should not be read as a standalone because you will not have all the information about the characters and their world behind you. It took awhile for the story to rev up but when it did it got interesting and I sat up and took notice. I enjoyed but I found myself having issues with Kate she frustrated me in this book because she wasn’t willing to bend and always assumed the worst. There is lots of action and danger, secrets and mystery that will keep you intrigued to know what is going to happen.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Shoot Me (Lie to Me #2) by Lynda Filler – Review by Katie Matthews

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Shoot Me (Lie to Me #2)Shoot Me by Lynda Filler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Shoot Me is the second book in the Lie to Me series and I loved every second of it! I really enjoy this authors writing style, her descriptive language allows me to feel like I am really there in her stories and in this case in Mexico – I really could imagine everything that I was reading, the sights, the smells, the colours – everything was vivid in my mind!
This book should be read after book 1 as it is a continuation, one that follows the ending of book 1 very quickly time frame wise. Layla is moving after trying to get over Mateo leaving her the way he did. A change if scene and a place full of sexy men certainly seems to be the idea that Layla has to help her achieve this! And this distraction comes with the name Pablo! Oh he was a hot one!! There was certainly a lot of passion between the two of them!
Alongside all the passion and culture that the author includes in her stories Ms Filler adds other aspects too from a social and political side, this makes her books refreshing to read.
From the writing style side, it did take me a little time to get into but I liked the past and present telling of the story and the format it was written in – it suited the story well.
I am looking forward to more from this author again in the future!

@katiem

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The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The First Backwards ChristmasThe First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams is a short but cute christmas romance story. I wasn’t sure what I was getting when I first looked at he book but the story is original and a little magical and you will enjoy each and every bit of it. Christmas in South Pole, Alaska has never been quite like this one, it’s a little zany, a little wacky and a little fun. Just what the town needs. It encompasses all there is that is christmas, family and friends, love and joy, spirit and caring. It is simplistic in it’s telling which is spot on.

This is a feel good story that can be read in one nice relaxing afternoon.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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