Embrace the Passion: Pets in Space 3 Anthology – Review by Michelle Austin

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Embrace the Passion (Pets in Space Anthologies, #3)Embrace the Passion by S.E. Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Embrace the Passion was a great 5 star read and #3 in the Pets in Space Anthologies.
This was a fun read that had so many great stories in it. We get a mixture of action, adventure,suspense, LOL moments and so much more. This also gave me an opportunity to read some new authors and genres that I don’t normally read.

Heart of the cat, Sarafin Warriors Series by S.E. Smith
Desert Hunter,Galactic Gladiators Series by Anna Hackett
Quashi, Mandrake Company Series by Ruby Lionsdrake
Star Cruise:Mystery Dancer, The Sectors SF Romance Series by Veronica Scott
Operation Ark, Project Enterprise Series by Pauline Baird Jones
Cats of War,A Central Galactic Concordance Novella by Carol Van Natta
Hunter of the Tide, The Kraken #3 by Tiffany Roberts
Starway, Alexis Glynn Latner
The Bajo Cats of Anteros XII, By E D Walker
Shadow of the Past, JC Hay
After the Fall, Kyndra Hatch

Reading about all these different worlds was so fun. There are so many great characters and worlds to get to know. All of these authors do a great job of pulling you right in with their writing. You can read a quick story here and there or sit and read it all right away. I can’t wait to read more from them. And another thing that really tugs at my heartstrings about this anthology is that the authors support and donate to Hero-Dogs.org. Coming from a family of veterans I can relate to how important this program really is. If your looking to find something new and exciting, I highly suggest that you 1-click and get started today on this great pet lovers read.

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir – Review by Heather Bahm

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills NovellaOnly This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Melissa Keir’s Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella may be a short story, but it shares a beautifully written romance that brews and cannot be denied. The lead characters both had lessons they learned in their lives and knew what they were and were not willing to settle for in their lives despite what may be laid in their paths. I found how the author laid out several themes in the story were well done. I would love to have seen this written as a longer story, but I enjoyed what was provided. I liked Tuesday’s character, her personality and her sense of morality. Definitely a great female character to be paired against the male lead.

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Getting the Goods by Elizabeth Perry – Review by Heather Bahm

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Getting the GoodsGetting the Goods by Elizabeth Perry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Getting the Goods, by Elizabeth Perry, is an hilarious romantic comedy. From the beginning, the author has you cracking up with the antics of the characters. Never in my wildest dreams would I anticipate that as the logical option, but “bad” decisions always come in pairs. The lead characters are the epitome of what makes this book work and work well. If you do not fall out of your chair laughing throughout this book, you’ve definitely picked the wrong genre. I enjoyed the dynamics of how the story unfolds and the “battles” that occur within the story. It was fun and enchanting to read.

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Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel by Julie C. Gardner – Review by Heather Bahm

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Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel (Friendship & Secrets, #2)Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel by Julie C. Gardner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel is the second book in the Friendship & Secrets series by Julie C. Gardner. This was an emotional read showing life doesn’t always take you on the path you anticipate and may be filled with unexpected and unwanted obstacles. The characters start off strong within the story, but at times felt a little off, but the author does get them under control by the end of the story. Overall, the story was well written with realistic characters and events that occurred, making the story touching and emotional rife where the author was attempting to draw those portrayals.

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Degrees of Acceptance (A Prestian Series Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Heather Bahm

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Degrees of Acceptance (Prestian Series, #2)Degrees of Acceptance by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Via Mari’s Degrees of Acceptance in the second book the Prestian Series. This contemporary romance that holds with the first book of the series in relation to what it delivers. Chase and Katarina’s relationship continues in this story right where it left off in the previous novel and the author maintains the pace. This is a journey that is full of unknowns, but it includes paths that must be taken. The mystery and suspense are perfectly laid out with the remainder of the story, it’s all mixed together creating an alluring sequence from the first chapter(s). We do continue to see growth within the characters from where we initially met them. Be sure to note that this series does need to be read in order; noting how this book finishes, I’m already off to the next – it’s good!

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Mad About Matt (A Red Maple Falls Novel, #1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Heather Bahm

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Mad About Matt (Red Maple Falls #1)Mad About Matt by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mad About Matt, by Theresa Paolo, is the first book in the Red Maple Falls series. This second chance romance is utterly sweet with a mix of drama running abound. Shay is a strong female character is this book though she may not always make the best decisions. She feels that she is on the path she needs to be on and holds firm to those strides. Matt is a protector, it’s driven in his DNA. He exudes those traits throughout the story, whether they across good or bad. Add these two back into the same pot and the question on whether the sparks will reignite or it they will sparkle, then fizzle out. Theresa Paolo wrote a well paced story with solid characters. In the midst of their story, secondary characters are introduced that set the stage for the series to continue. A worthwhile read that I enjoyed each moment.

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Born to Fight (Can’t Resist You, #1) by Brittany Anne – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Born to Fight (Can't Resist You, #1)Born to Fight by Brittany Anne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Born to Fight is the first book in the Can’t Resist You series. The main story can be read as a standalone. The epilogue leaves things open for subsequent stories.

A resistance fighter and a woman on the run, what could possibly go wrong? Everything. When Hunter is faced with death, he is saved by a stranger. He has lived his life fighting and relationships have been low to non-existent on his priority list, but the woman who saved him stirs up emotions he didn’t know he could still feel. At a crucial time in the Resistance movement, Hunter is losing focus.

Rain has been in solitude for two years, thankful to be alive. She takes a big risk when she finds a man near death and decides to help him. When she learns about who he is, she wants to be honest with him about who she is, but she doesn’t want to risk being sent back to her past life. She’d do anything to avoid that, including lie to the man she is falling in love with. Her lies may destroy everything Hunter has sacrificed everything for.

The only thing about this story that was a bit vague is what the motivation for the Fall is. The story starts after it has already happened, but it isn’t clear on what the catalyst was that initiated the conflict. I’m guessing this may be talked about more in the stories that follow.

Born to Fight has secrets, danger, love, betrayal, adventure, and a happy (but ill-timed) surprise around Chapter 13. As mentioned in the synopsis, this book is definitely intended for adult readers. If you are triggered by violence against women, this might not be the book for you; otherwise, get a cup of tea and settle in!

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Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True Book 1) by Alex Bailey – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Once Upon a Romance (A Dream Come True, #1)Once Upon a Romance by Alex Bailey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Christmas story that both warmed my heart and pulled at my heart strings at the same time. This story took me on not just a magical Christmas journey but also an emotional roller coaster. The characters are fun, connectable and lovable. Eight year old Ariel and her Aunt Sophie need a little Christmas magic and a stranger just might be what they need. A Christmas story to warm your heart. I highly recommend reading this story as it will put a little Christmas spirit and magic in your heart.

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Rhapsody and Rebellion: (Once Upon a Widow) (Enduring Legacy Book 7) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Rhapsody and Rebellion (Enduring Legacy #7)Rhapsody and Rebellion by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed the drama, romance, action and even some humor in this story. The plot is creative and engaging. The characters are connectable and lovable. They took me on a journey of twists and turns that left me sitting on the edge of my just waiting to see what would happen next. Alisabeth loses her husband only to meet Gideon who turns out to be her late husband’s cousin. They brought this story to life for me and their chemistry is awesome. I highly recommend reading this book.

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Must Be Crazy (Darling Cove Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review By Felicia Bates

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

Must Be Crazy is the third book in Deborah Garland’s Darling Cove series and so far it’s my absolute favorite. I was drawn to the story the second I read the first page and my attention was captured throughout the entire thing. The characters are the type that you can’t help but relate to and want what’s best for them as if they’re your own close friends. It doesn’t hurt that we have met these characters in the first two books as well. The synopsis of Must Be Crazy is incredibly intriguing and I don’t want to spoil anything about the story here but I will say that this book touches every emotion, the road to happiness for Skye and Edward is anything but smooth and nothing short of entertaining.
I’ve really enjoyed the Darling Cove series as a whole but this one surpasses all my expectations. I’m looking forward to reading more from Deborah Garland in the near future but this 5 star read was definitely satisfying enough to hold me over. I highly recommend Must Be Crazy!

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills NovellaOnly This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is creative and engaging, it’s full of drama and romance. Tuesday and Blake are great characters that make this story flow which I read in one sitting. Tuesday runs a food truck in a small town while trying to escape her past. When she hires a special needs boy, she doesn’t realize the problems it will cause. Then meets Blake by accident, they like each other from the start but a force is working against them. They are sweet together and I highly recommend reading their story.

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir – Review by Maura Harper

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills NovellaOnly This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So fun!!!!

I’ve been reading a lot of “sweet romance” lately and this one has a “closed door” scene so I’m not sure it how it would be classified, but I would NOT be embarrassed recommending to my elderly mother’s book club.

Copper Mills seems to be a typical small town with personalities and allegiences that run deep.

In ONLY THIS TUESDAY we are introduced to the Mayor of Copper Mills and one of it’s beautiful residents. It’s a quick read and I read every word from beginning to end.

I appreciated the diversity of characters. The fact that people of different abilities and the families who care for them are handled with Grace and dignity.

I absolutely have added this series to my “must read” pile.

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The First Backwards Christmas by Brooke Williams – Review by Lisa Boltiador

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

The first backwards Christmas is a touching and creative holiday tale! Located in the South Pole, a couple has to find ways to keep the town going and stay together. All the things the town come up with are unexpected, endearing, and sound really fun. This is a great feel good story for this time of year. Something perfect to read as you snuggle under your blanket with a cup of hot chocolate.

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Rhapsody and Rebellion (Enduring Legacy) By Aubrey Wynne – Review by Laura Furuta

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Rhapsody and Rebellion (Enduring Legacy #7)Rhapsody and Rebellion by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rhapsody and Rebellion: (Once Upon a Widow) (Enduring Legacy Book 7)
By: Aubrey Wynne
5 out of 5 stars

The story Rhapsody and Rebellion: (Once Upon a Widow) (Enduring Legacy Book 7) by Aubrey Wynne is a historical romance book. This is a book that I loved reading. It is a wonderful romance story and has some amazing characters. I loved reading about Alisabeth and Gideon. Alisabeth married her best friend. While they had affection and loyalty for each other the passion that is seen in other relationships wasn’t there. Then tragedy strikes making her a widow. As she wonders what is next in her life she meets Gideon. Alisabeth is strong, beautiful, and full of life. She is a wonderful character to read about. Gideon is a man that enjoys being single. He has responsibilities and doesn’t care for the matchmaking that he has to endure. He loves his mother and so when she begs him to take her to her Highland home he agrees. It is there that he meets Alisabeth. There is an attraction between these two from the very beginning. She has him thinking of the future and it involves them together. Gideon is beginning to learn about the clan and his Scottish heritage. I enjoyed reading about the McNaughton Clan and their history, legends, and ceremonies. Will Gideon and Alisabeth find a future together? Political unrest has come to Scotland. Will plans that are being plotted put Gideon, Alisabeth, and Clan McNaughton in danger? Will this couple get an HEA? Read this book to find out. Gideon at first had a hard time with the differences between himself and the clan. As the story progresses, I liked that he has an open mind. I grew to love both Gideon and Alisabeth with every chapter that I read and I was rooting for their happiness. There are additional characters that are introduced and I enjoyed reading about the part they play in the story as well as their interactions with Gideon and Alisabeth. This is a story that is enjoyable and one I would recommend reading.

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Only This Tuesday By Melissa Keir – Review by Laura Furuta

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills NovellaOnly This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella
By: Melissa Keir
5 out of 5 stars

The novella Only This Tuesday is a wonderful romance story. It has the amazing characters of Tuesday Benson and Blake Rodgers who I loved reading about. Tuesday is a patient, kind, and caring person. She has come to Copper Mills to escape her past. She operates the food truck Tuesday’s Tacos. She is also one that enjoys giving young people opportunities and that is why she offers a job to a local youth in town. She then finds herself in an unexpected situation. Blake is the mayor of Copper Mills. He loves the small town and does everything he can to make sure that it is a wonderful place to live. He also has ideas that keep the tourist trade growing. When he first meets Tuesday there is an instant attraction that forms. He finds himself thinking of her constantly. Tuesday guards her heart. She, however, can’t stop thinking about Blake. While she normally keeps her heart hidden there seems to be a small crack in the wall she has around it. Will this couple act on their feelings for one another and become more than friends? Will any relationship that they have survive bigotry, gossip, and an ex-girlfriend? Will they find happiness and an HEA? Read this story to find out. This is a wonderfully written book that once I started reading I didn’t want to put down. There are additional characters that you are introduced to who work and own businesses in the town. I enjoyed reading about their part in the story and also how they interact with Tuesday and Blake. This is a book would highly recommend reading.

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Across From You By Amabel Daniels – Review By Stacey Baxter

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

I really enjoyed this novel my cheeks hurt due to all the smiling and laughing I’ve been doing while reading this story! I just couldn’t put it down my eyes were glued to the pages. There has been afew moments while reading this novel that I’ve laughed out loud i just couldn’t keep it in so be prepared for that to happen ?. It definitely leaves a lasting impression even now while writing up this review I’m thinking bout the story which has me smiling like a Cheshire cat! It’s a novel i highly recommend its absolutely brilliant and i can’t wait to sink my teeth into more books from this author!

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Mad About Matt (A Red Maple Falls Novel, #1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Debi Kircher

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Mad About Matt (Red Maple Falls #1)Mad About Matt by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mad About Matt (A Red Maple Falls Novel, #1) by Theresa Paolo

4 Stars

I simply adore books about small towns and the people that live there. I already have a list of towns I want to live in and Red Maple Falls has now been added to this list.

This was such a great story and my first by this author and it makes me wonder why I’ve never found these books before now. This was a great second chance themed book about two people who were tore apart years ago by a person who put greed and social standing above what truly matters in this world, although they both played a small part in what ended up happening.

Can they get past what happened and even if they can will they be able to escape what happened in the time they were apart?

I loved this and the authors writing style had me hooked throughout…it flowed beautifully and I can not wait to dig in to the the rest of this series. I highly recommend reading this.

Loved It!!!

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Burning Night: where the ashes of the past awaken the future by Nikki Broadwell – Review by Debi Kircher

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Burning Night: where the ashes of the past awaken the futureBurning Night: where the ashes of the past awaken the future by Nikki Broadwell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Burning Night: where the ashes of the past awaken the future by Nikki Broadwell

5 Stars

The first book I read by this author I claimed might just have been my favorite of the year and that has not changed, this one is totally different which has led me to believe that this author can write anything in any genre. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I read the synopsis and as I read I kept getting deeper and deeper and found that I could not put this book down. I never knew from one minute to the next what was going to happen.

This was a fast moving story with many OMG moments and even more emotions. I think I felt every emotion that has a name and then even some I can’t explain. I felt totally out of control through most of the book, not much different then what Collie was feeling and as her dreams progressed and she had trouble working out whether things that happened were a dream or reality, I found myself wondering the same thing. I had a bit of trouble connecting to any of the secondary characters, well except for Tim but so did Collie and I think the author did this on purpose because it helped bring me into the story that much more and I seriously wanted to slap a few people upside the head more than once.

I absolutely loved this book and I loved the journey I feel like I was on with Collie, I really didn’t want it to end and I can not wait to read more from this author, she has definitely joined my list of doesn’t matter what she writes I’ll read it and I highly recommend you giving this one a go.

I Loved It!!!

Review by @debikircher

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir – Review By Lisa Helmick

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills NovellaOnly This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella
By Melissa Keir
Rated 4 stars

This is a cute story from the town of Cooper Mills. I was intrigued by the synopsis. I liked that it was about a food truck owner. Tuesday is a great character and she has heart. She does a lovely thing for a young man. She is intelligent, a quick thinker, and loves small town life. I enjoyed how she met the mayor. Very funny! Blake was an interesting guy. Being the mayor has its good and bad sides. I enjoyed how he loved the town and the people who live there. I loved how he acted like a teenager once he met Tuesday. Then again how excited Blake was when Tuesday said “yes” to a dinner date. Soo excited! It made me smile!

This book is a good solid story that is easy to read and moves along at a quick pace. I liked the characters but didn’t really feel a “connection” to them. This is filled with some fun and goofy times as well as a brief touch on a more serious topic. Good read!

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts Series) by Tarina Deaton – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Imperfect Heart (Combat Hearts Book 4)Imperfect Heart by Tarina Deaton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Imperfect Heart by Tarina Deaton
Five Stars

Imperfect Heart is the fourth book in the Combat Hearts series by Tarina Deaton. This is one of the best series I have read in a long time. This book can be read as a standalone with no problem feeling like you are missing part of the story. However, I recommend you read the whole series because all of the books are excellent reads. This book is Zoe and Tim’s story. The book had me hooked from the very first page and kept me reading long past me bedtime because I just couldn’t put it down until I read the last page. I love Zoe with her feisty attitude and her strong nature even in the tough situations. Tim is a police officer who finds his life turned inside out when Zoe moves in next door to him. The chemistry Zoe and Tim share is white hot of the charts. Like I said above, this is one of my favorite series and I hope Ms. Deaton continues to write more installments in the future. If you like romance, I highly recommend you add this to your. Reading list.

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Ring Tru (Thick as Thieves Book 1) by Janice M. Whiteaker – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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Ring Tru (Thick as Theives Book 1)Ring Tru by Janice M. Whiteaker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ring Tru is book one in the Thick as Thieves series by Janice M. Whiteaker. As this is my first time sampling this author’s work, I had no idea what to expect. It was delicious anticipation, and well enjoyed. I totally devoured this story in one sitting.

Ring Tru is a spicy and angsty tale of lost love reconnected. It was edgy, it was fast paced, it was sexy, it was emotional, it was exciting. Tru and Will locked horns on many occasions, which provided endless entertainment and kept just the right amount of suspense and intrigue to have me spellbound. A great story in a series I cannot wait to get more of. 4 stars

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The Moon in Her Eyes: a witch’s tale by Nikki Broadwell

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Genre—paranormal, historical time travel
Page count: 281
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Emeline Chase is living in the late sixteen hundreds with her now husband, Wampanoag Indian, Samoset. But when she is inducted into an ancient coven her life takes a different turn—instead of saving the witches of Salem, she’s fighting against an ancient evil that is threatening both the past and the present. And one witch in particular is after Emeline, trying to destroy everything she has. When the timelines get mixed up and Samoset no longer remembers who she is, Emeline realizes how very dangerous this new witch is. And the worst of all, she resembles Emeline so closely that no one can tell the difference.

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Nikki Broadwell is a full time writer who lives near the Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. When not writing she walks the trails the ancients walked, their voices whispering in her ears.

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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir

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Series Name : Copper Mills World
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Genre – Contemporary Western Romance/Small Town Romance
Page Count – 119 Pages
Cover Designer – LH Taylor
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Only This Tuesday…

Tuesday Benson sets out to escape her past. A thieving boyfriend. A bankrupt restaurant. Memories of her brother. She’s started over in Copper Mills with a taco truck more popular than most of the local eateries. But when Tuesday hires a local boy to help, will she stir up something more than a tasty treat?

Mayor Blake Rodgers enjoys the simple things in life. An early morning jog. Down-home cooking. The camaraderie of the small-town residents. With his help, Copper Mills has become a trendy tourist destination. But when Blake falls for the controversial food-truck owner, will he lose the town’s backing?

Toss in bigotry and gossip as well as the mayor’s former fiancée, and you have a recipe for disaster.

Come Visit Copper Mills, Arizona–a small town with a heart as big as the wide-open spaces and a long history of making dreams come true

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Melissa Keir has always wanted to be an author when she wasn’t hoping for a career as a racecar driver. Her love of books was instilled by her mother and grandparents who were avid readers. She’d often sneak books away from them so that she could fantasize about those strong alpha males and plucky heroines.

Melissa doesn’t believe in down time. She’s always keeping busy. Melissa is a wife and mother, an elementary school teacher, a movie reviewer with WHMI (a local radio station), owner of a publishing company as well as an author. Her home blends two families and is a lot like the Brady Bunch, without Alice- a large grocery bill, tons of dirty dishes and a mound of laundry. She loves to write stories that feature happy endings and is often seen plotting her next story.

She’d love to hear from you!

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Rhapsody and Rebellion: (Once Upon a Widow) (Enduring Legacy Book 7) by Aubrey Wynne

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Genre – Historical romance/Regency/sweet
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A Scottish legacy… A political rebellion… Two hearts destined to meet…
Raised in his father’s image, the Earl of Stanfeld is practical and disciplined. There are no gray lines interrupting the Gideon’s black and white world. Until his mother has a dream and begs to return to her Highland home.

Alisabeth was betrothed from the cradle. At seventeen, she marries her best friend and finds happiness if not passion. In less than a year, a political rebellion makes her a widow. The handsome English earl arrives a month later and rouses her desire and a terrible guilt.

Crossing the border into Scotland, Gideon finds his predictable world turned upside down. Folklore, legend, and political unrest intertwine with an unexpected attraction to a feisty Highland beauty. When the earl learns of an English plot to stir the Scots into rebellion, he must choose his country or save the clan and the woman who stirs his soul.

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Bestselling and award-winning author Aubrey Wynne resides in the Midwest with her husband, dogs, horses, mule and barn cats. She is an elementary teacher by trade, champion of children and animals by conscience, and author by night. Obsessions include history, travel, trailriding and all things Christmas.

Her short stories, Merry Christmas, Henry and Pete’s Mighty Purty Privies have won

Readers Choice Awards. Dante’s Gift and Paper Love received the 2016 Golden Quill, AspenGold, Heart of Excellence and the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence.

In addition to her Chicago Christmas novellas, Aubrey will release two more Regency

romances in 2018. The Wicked Earls’ Club will release again in 2019. Wynne’s medieval

fantasy series launched in 2017 with Rolf’s Quest, winner of the NTRWA Great Expectations.

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Embattled Hearts (Lost and Found) By J.M. Madden – Review by Laura Furuta

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Embattled Hearts (Lost and Found, #1)Embattled Hearts by J.M. Madden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Embattled Hearts (Military Romantic Suspense) (Lost and Found Book 1)
By: J.M. Madden
5 out of 5 stars

The story Embattled Hearts (Military Romantic Suspense) (Lost and Found Book 1) by J.M. Madden is an amazing story that I loved reading. It had me hooked from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. It has mystery, suspense, and romance. These three things make it a book that kept me turning pages wondering what was going to happen next. I loved reading about the characters of John Palmer and Shannon Murphy. John is a man that is adapting to his life after he returns home injured. He believes himself to be a broken man. He has found himself attracted to Shannon the new office manager at the Lost ‘N’ Found Investigative Services. As his attraction to her grows stronger will he overcome his self-doubts and start a relationship with her? Shannon is a woman who is beautiful, strong, and independent. With some of the strange occurrences that have been happening she finds herself looking to John for help. Shannon also feels an attraction towards John if only she can get past his grumpy exterior. John is in protection mode when it comes to Shannon and vows to not let anything happen to her. With the danger escalating will they find out who it is that is targeting Shannon? What does the future hold for John and Shannon? Will they get an HEA? Read this book to find out. I grew to love John and Shannon’s characters with each chapter that I read. The heat between these two is red hot and there are steamy scenes included that will make the temperature in the room rise. This story also has additional characters that are introduced and most are friendly and helpful to John and Shannon. I enjoyed reading about the way they interact. There are also characters that have their own agenda and will do anything to make their plans succeed. Will these plans be foiled? This is a wonderfully written book. Highly recommended reading.

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CALLING THE CURVEBALL (A Lawson Family Novel – Book 1) By Tracey Cramer-Kelly – Review By Melissa Agena

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Definitely not what I had expected! But in a good way! Calling the Curveball is the first book in The Lawson Family Series by Tracey Cramer-Kelly. Jamie Lawson was headed to the Major League when a tragic accident happened, which ended his baseball career and killed his wife. Kira Walker recently went through a horrible divorce and is staying with her sister for the summer to get a fresh new start. There was definitely lust at first sight but after Kira got the courage to ask Jamie out things definitely went a whole other direction. Instead of this being a “summer fling,” this turned in to something much deeper. The walls each one has built up from their own pasts start to crumble and neither one of them really know how to deal with it. This isn’t the typical romance. This is much more realistic and much more raw. I was impressed that the author decided to not write full sex scenes. Not every romance novel needs it and this is definitely one that did not need it. What she did was perfect for this story. I loved all the characters and the twists and turns that came about. Kira was fun, feisty and very head strong. It was very refreshing. This story was an emotional roller coaster so make sure to have the tissues handy because there will be lots and lots of tears. All in all, I loved this story! I could not put this book down! Definite page turner that you don’t want to miss out on! I cannot wait for the next book in the series!

Review by @vegasdaisie

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

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Embattled Hearts (Lost and Found, #1)Embattled Hearts by J.M. Madden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There is a lot that I liked about this book.

There is great world building of the agency the veterans work for. We get to meet characters who I assume will be in future stories.

The honesty with how the story talks about reintroduction of certain life experiences after having your world change.

The brotherhood’s importance in keeping bonds to help each other grow.

The way this story is told… It’s not bogged down with a lot of unnecessary details. While at times the subject matter is complex, it is talked about without being preachy or judgemental about the topics .

The romance. Above everything this is a classic romance that I recommend.

I was able to read this story in one sitting and look forward to read the other books in this series.

Review by @mauraharper

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F*cking Frank (Smirk series book 1) by Jen Luerssen – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

F*cking Frank (Smirk Series book 1) by Jen Luerssen
4 stars

This was my first read by This author, and I will be reading more from her. The story was easy to read but i did feel some was just drawn out that didn’t add to the story other than character interactions.
I did like the characters and they were unique i their own ways and I did find this an easy but also funny read it did have some seriousness along the way.
While i didn’t absolutely love this story, doesnt mean others won’t.

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Nathaniel (Dragon Hearts #1) by Carole Mortimer – Review by Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nathaniel (Dragon Hearts #1)
By Carole Mortimer
Rated 4 stars

This is a wonderful story. It starts off with a sassy female arguing with a arrogant guy…..about territory. Their little stunt pulled me in and as the story moved forward it just didn’t let go. Sadly i had to go to work during a pivotal point (Deryk showing up) and I couldn’t get home fast enough. The characters were…well…dragons. That is exciting in itself but they also have that side that is Full Man. Encompassing all the irritating man traits mixed with possession and keeping treasure of the dragon side. Equals a story that will never be boring. A couple times I was thinking “He did What? And then dang if Chloe didn’t sass her way right back at him.

This book has it all! Great writing and a wonderful story. Out of this world characters. It just so happens that Nathaniel has seven brothers. All single and looking for their mate. I think there will be some stories in my future. Although we haven’t met them all I can’t wait!

Review by @lisahelmick

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

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Embattled Hearts (Lost and Found, #1)Embattled Hearts by J.M. Madden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The author created a military-romance that is true to life and the characters are connectable and lovable. The way she protrade PTSD was great and understandable. This story is about John a character that is angry, bitter but didn’t see Shannon coming who is caring, charming. There seems to be an attraction right from the beginning but John doesn’t feel that he is good enough for her. Will he overcome his insecurities to let Shannon in? I highly recommend this book.

Review by @bjwagner

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