Tapped by Tarrah Anders – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tapped by Tarrah Anders is the third book in the Night Moves series. This book can be read as a stand-alone.
I found this book to be a quick and easy read, light hearted and fun. It was exactly what I was looking for at the time. The characters were easy to love and hope for. The story kept moving forward nicely. It draws you in and captures your attention without you realising it.
This is the kind of book that you will pick up intending to just read a through chapters and before you know it you are at the end. Tarrah Anders is one of those authors you can trust to consistently produce good books. And this is one you should definitely try!

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Killer Lawyer (Jake Wolfe Book 3) by Mark Nolan – Review by Erica Fish

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Killer LawyerKiller Lawyer by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this installment, Killer Lawyer Mark Nolan has hit it out of the park again. This is the third book and it has just as much action, mystery, suspense, drama, and humor as the first two books. I love the characters that Mark Nolan writes about Jake and Cody. Now one would think that Jack and Cody are male characters, you would be half right Jake is a man and Cody is his ex-military dog that goes with him everywhere. That is what I love about the Jack Wolfe stories the fact that there is a human male character, Jake as a main character and a male dog character, Cody as the other main character. I find myself yelling at the kindle as I was reading this story. There was something always coming around the corner. This whole series has been amazing. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

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Flash Point (Nite Fire #1) by C.L. Schneider – Review By Chantelle Smith

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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With this being my fourth book from this author you would think I would know what to expect from her, but C.L Schneider has once again created an unique read that is captivating, vivid, magical and utterly brilliant. The mentally visual read is stunningly descriptive with brilliant world building and great characters. This author has created a flowing read that keeps you invested in the story, so much so you think you are living the life of our main character Daliha Nite.

This read is filled with suspense, mystery, fantasy and danger. To make it even more enjoyable is that it’s a Shifter read, one that is unique and different from other Shifter reads I have read. This book is also filled with twists and turns throughout, and keeps you guessing for most of the story!

This is an amazing fantasy read that exceeded my previous expectations of this author, and captivated me from the get go, this read shouldn’t be missed. I’ll eagerly be awaiting Book 2 Chain Reaction to see how much more this story progresses!

Reviewed by @tillytillzz

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Player (21st Century Courtesan #1) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Birna Bjornsdottir

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

I just finished reading Player *book 1* by Pamela DuMond.

Meet Evie Berlinger – a woman with many layers – a teacher, a sister, a daughter, a friend and an escort.

She has had to overcome a lot of hurdles in her young life, one being an incident that made a lasting impression on her 13 year old self, something that she still thinks about today.

Evie is a very selfless, caring person that tries her best to take care of everyone around her and when her empathic abilities come back in full force, she decides to use them in order to help Dylan McAlister.

Dylan McAlister has an interesting background as well and like Evie, he has had to learn to live with his not so perfect past.

Being an escort can be demanding enough but Evie goes above and beyond for her clients that are going through some tough times.

Amidst all of this, Evie starts to receive some fan mail.

Who is sending these letters to her and what is their ultimate goal?

I know I can’t wait to find out!

This was such an interesting book to read – very refreshing with some very solid characters!
I loved Evie’s friends and I loved meeting Dylan’s family as well.

Thumbs up for Pamela DuMond – I can’t wait to read her other books!

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C.L. Schneider – Review by Debi Kircher

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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nite Fire: Flash Point by C.L. Schneider

4 Stars

This is my first book by this author and it’s a genre I don’t normally read but the synopsis had me completely curious and I’m glad I took the chance. This was a great book and the storyline was unique and felt real enough that I almost could believe that Dahlia and her kind really do exist.

The beginning had me a bit confused but it didn’t take long to fall into a rhythm with the story. I started out not liking the character of Dahlia, the beginning made it very hard to find any sympathy for her. When she was forced to run away from her own world and found herself hiding in the human world I started looking at her differently and by the end of this first book she had grown on me.

While I am still not completely in love with this genre I found that the writing was simply amazing and it was a very smooth flowing and it was enough that I absolutely must read the next in the series.

Review by @debikircher

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The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections, #5)The Way You Are by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections) by Sylvie Stewart
4 Stars

This is book five in the series The Carolina Connections but it can be read as a stand-alone. This is an easy going romance with not too much drama. I’ve been reading some intense books lately and this was a nice respite. This is my first book from this author and it was quite enjoyable. I will be looking forward to reading more of her books. The main characters were well rounded and likeable ( maybe not so much Troy). The secondary characters were interesting as well. I’m assuming they were in the books prior to this one. I liked that Brett wasn’t portrayed as a Greek god/ billionaire stud. He was good looking and fit but he was also pierced and tattooed yet wasn’t a “bad boy”. He was respectful, smart and had a good job. He is a walking contradiction. All this to say that I loved him. Luv was great, she made me laugh on several occasions. They both had amazing personalities with chemistry that continued to build throughout the story.

I was delighted with the baseball aspect of the story. I love baseball and football so when I get to read a book that involves either sport, I am thrilled. The humour and witty banter definitely made this a fun read. I highly recommend it.

Review by @annahirsch
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The Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler – Review by Amanda Pierce

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The Lies We TellThe Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler tells us a story of lies and deception and how easily that can overwhelm your life. Overall, I enjoyed the characters in the book, and there were many twists and turns leaving you unsure of what was going to happen in the end. I liked that this could be realistic fiction with a lesson of how lies can unravel and take over your entire life, not knowing what will happen next. The book was well written, but some of the transitions from past to present were sometimes hard to follow. This is the first book I have read by this author, and I can easily give It 4 stars and I would definitely read other books she writes.

Review by @amandarae6884

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C.L. Schneider – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nite Fire: Flash Point is a paranormal fantasy by C. L. Schneider. I have not read this author before, so I was not sure of what to expect, but the reviews were fairly good. I don’t usually read this genre, having felt that I have read all there was to read from this topic. How wrong I was. I always marvel at how different each author is and the different stories and varied detail and character traits. These stories are always imaginative and creative. Nite Fire: Flash Point was no exception.

To the story. The story was dramatic, packed full of action, deception, danger, and lovin. The energetic storyline is highly addictive, and this author is one I thoroughly enjoyed and will definately be reading more in the future. 4 stars.

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C.L. Schneider – Review by Sue Kemp

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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nite Fire: Flash Point
By C.L. Schneider

I was very interested to see what journey C.L. Schneider would take me on with this book as I haven’t read anything by this author before, I was not disappointed, and I doubt that you will be either. If you enjoy books that have so much action piled into it then you need to do yourself a favor and get a copy. But be prepared for a long read. This book will take you on Dahlia’s journey, Basically Dahlia is a shapeshifter and has got herself into some trouble and is not hiding from people who want her harmed. Nite Fire Flash Point will also give you some mystery, magical encounters and monsters. I have to say the author has great writing skills and this book just seemed to flow. Some points in the book I was made to feel that I was almost part of the storyline. Can’t wait to see what happens in book two of the series.

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Bad Things Happen: Gripping Psychological Suspense (Ashes to Ashes Book 1) by Rowena Holloway ~ Review by Liz Vrchota

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Bad Things Happen (Ashes to Ashes, #1)Bad Things Happen by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have really had a fantastic streak of luck with finding some wonderful new authors this new year! Rowena Holloway just made this list with Bad Things Happen: Gripping Psychological Suspense (Ashes to Ashes #1). I had no idea what to expect going into this but I knew I would love it once I saw the cover and read the excerpt. It had me just with that. What I found inside was quite the story and I felt like I took a little getaway to London for the afternoon! It was a great escape for the snowy day.

Charlotte Ashe is sick of being the the weather girl. She wants so much more and dreams of covering the big stories one day. An opportunity blows her way in the name of Joey Baptiste, and it may not be the golden story she bargained for all along. In fact it could actually put her and his life in danger! The twists and turns were hard to predict, something I enjoy when it comes to these types of novels. I thought it was quirky which helped with the one part that I did find a bit off, which is the jumps in the timelines. It made the story flow well in the long run. Overall, a great read and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next one in the series!

Review by @lizaileen
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Killer Lawyer (Jake Wolfe Book 3) by Mark Nolan – Review by Candida Hopper

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Killer LawyerKiller Lawyer by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Killer Lawyer (Jake Wolfe Book 3)
By Mark Nolan

This book grabbed my attention from the beginning and kept me on the edge of me seat throughout the entire story!! This book is intense it has drama, action, suspense, and so much more. I loved how the story is told from different POV’s including Cody the dog, I thought that was original and awesome. There are some unexpected twists and turns in this story that kept me entertained and biting my nails. This was an excellent read. I won’t give any spoilers so you must go out and get this book and the ones before this because this author is one heck of a storyteller and has become one of my favorites. I highly recommend this book!

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Shadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Jana Teppih

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Shadow's Keep: A NovelShadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shadow’s Keep is another mind-bending novel by Meghan O’Flynn. I had read her Ash Park series and The Jilted so I thought I was prepared for it … but I wasn’t … I was not prepared for the depth of darkness and creepiness that had soaked into the fibre of the story … the backwoods mentality … the southern mysticism … the power of white men in small communities … the bodies piling up …
Shadow’s Keep is a true Meghan O’Flynn story – small clues that seem insignificant, the twists and turns, the confusion when you look up with tears in your eyes and ask yourself ‘How on Earth is it possible??” and it is … The details that make the big picture, the story flowing from one shocking moment to another and weaving a fabric that feels like it is getting tighter and tighter and you can barely breathe and …
I read the last day chapters two times and I cried … both times … the pictures the words painted … my heart was breaking and nothing could put it back together … A complete masterpiece!

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Nite Fire: Flash Point by C.L. Schneider – Review by Susan Mowdy

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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read from C.L. Schneider and I was presently surprised on how much I loved it. This story will completely suck you in!

We meet Dahlia who was exiled from her drag world over 100 years ago. She’s a master at keeping her dragon identity a secret from the human race until. She moves around so people don’t start questioning why she doesn’t age. She loves her job in the crime field because she’s helping to keep the secret of her world.

I absolutely loved the storyline and all the surrounding characters. The book reads like a murder mystery but then the author has a way to completely build this world up and it kept me glues to the pages! Can’t wait for this next one!

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Angles MC #2) by T. Birmingham – Review Cindy Mayberry

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC Book 2)Written in the Stars by T. Birmingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Written in the Stars
Fallen Eagles MC Series
Book 2
By T. Birmingham
☆☆☆☆☆
This is book 2 in this suspense series. This story holds you captive with the budding romance as well as suspense. This book is not for those under 18 do to graphic violence and adult Content.

This is Winter and Eagles incredible story. Eagle is the president of the Fallen Eagles MC. He has given a lot to his country. Including his time with his kids. As president of the motorcycle club all of the members are veterans, as well as family. Trouble is in the air.

Winter is her own person. She does things her way. She also owns and runs the Salon in town. Her family is close and have each others back.When murder comes knocking on this town. Everybody comes together to protect each other.

T. Birmingham has done it again. This book is a real page turner,I could not put it down. While it is a full length novel. It was a fast read. The characters make the story real. The suspense will keep you reading as well. Be sure to read book 1 first, it will help you to know everybody in this story. Now bring on book 3 as there is more to be told T. Birmingham!

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The Way You Are ( A Carolina Connections Novel #5) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Lucy Berson

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The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections, #5)The Way You Are by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Way You Are, A Carolina Connections Novel #5, by Sylvia Stewart. This is the fifth book in the Carolina Connections Series. I have loved them all and of course this book was no different. I absolutely love this authors books and her writing is absolutely amazing.
We met Brett in previous books and now we finally get a look at him. When he meets Liv at a baseball game, a little crush is developed on both sides but the only issue is….. Liv has a boyfriend. So, Brett is friend- zoned. When he sees something that can change their status, will they be able to move past the friend zone and actually be a couple.

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC Book 2) by T. Birmingham – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC Book 2)Written in the Stars by T. Birmingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Written in the Stars is the second book in the Fallen Eagles MC series. It can be read as a standalone, however it does make references to events that happened in the first book. If you want to find out the details of those events, go back and read the previous story.

I think in some ways, I like this book better than the first one, and the first one was good. I really related to Winter’s character, the “otherness” and her particular brand of sensitivity. This book does deal with some serious events involving murder, the process the murderer uses, and other issues that may trigger some readers.

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The Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler – Review by Crystal Davidson

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The Lies We TellThe Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This story is told from mostly Natalie’s perspective. Brittany Butler is a new to me author. Aside from the actual plot, I found the story to be lacking excitement until about halfway through. There was very few laughs, a little bit of action, and a lot of life lessons. It wasn’t the type of book I could read in one day. The story jumps between present and past until about halfway through, when it all merges and makes better sense. The story is a second chance romance that touches on some real life situations that might be hard to read for people who have experienced miscarriages. There’s a bit of language suitable only for adults. 3 stars!

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Shadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Erin Wolf

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Shadow's Keep: A NovelShadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Shadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn, 4 stars.

Deputy Sheriff William Shannahan struggles. There are many things holding him back. He feels like he is just playing a role. Until the vicious murders begin in their quiet little town. The first one is labeled a dog attack, but William has his doubts. He has a feeling there’s more to it. Can he discover what is really going on before even more bodies turn up? Or is it just his imagination, like everyone else seems to think?

This a suspense book like nothing I have read before. It is not what you think. It is very obvious from the beginning that William is quite broken. Everything he lived for is gone. But he still wants to serve and protect. So he tries to put aside his troubles for the better of his town. The story itself has William learning many things, taking him deeper into the mystery. It will keep you on the edge of your seat, guessing what it really going on until the end.

If you like suspenseful stories, this book is for you.

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The Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler – Review by Naomi McDonald

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The Lies We TellThe Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Right off, I will tell you that if you are looking for a fluffy romance novel, this is not it. The Lies We Tell is full of dysfunctional characters and the sticky situations they get themselves into. Overall, the story was good, but I wasn’t really into the switching back and forth between the past and present. I would just be getting into the story and then it would change lanes, which works in some books, but I think a chronological telling would have been a smoother read.

The main character is…perpetually messed up and full of bad decisions. I really wanted to like her, but she comes across as a basket case. And the people she has in her life aren’t much better. I think this book shows just how important open and honest communication is in relationships, and just how devastating it is when people don’t have those skills.

While I wasn’t completely taken in by this book, the more down-to-earth story can be a good change of pace once in awhile.

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The Lies We Tell By Brittany Butler – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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The Lies We TellThe Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
The Lies We Tell By Brittany Butleris a new adult romance book that once I started reading I couldn’t put it down until I finished it. This story is told from Natalie’s POV and other characters as well.This is my first read by this Author but it definitely wont be my last. I found it bounced back and forth between past and present and at times I was very confused but I was intrigued to keep going to see what happens next.Get ready for a wild ride that will have your emotions going up and down. Find out what Natalie’s future holds .I highly recommend reading this book.i cant wait to read more from this Author.

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The Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler ~ Review by Liz Vrchota

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The Lies We TellThe Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have not had the pleasure of reading anything by Brittany Butler before The Lies We Tell, but once I saw that catching cover and the luring blurbs I knew I had to give it a go. I am glad that I did. This was a different bit of a read for me. I knew that I wouldn’t really get along with or connect with the main character very much but still the concept was gripping. Natalie is a liar, and she has no problems admitting it. For me that would drive me nuts. She also has some serious communication issues but that may just be a personal opinion too I am not positive. So we follow the life of a liar, and it is pretty messy and entertaining. My only complaint would have to be the major time jumps. Several were just darn confusing as a reader to piece together. Otherwise I really enjoyed this and look forward to seeing what else is out there by Brittany Butler!

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC Series Book 2) by T. Birmingham ~ Review by Liz Vrchota

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC Book 2)Written in the Stars by T. Birmingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was hooked on the Fallen Eagles MC series by T. Birmingham with the very first look at book one, ‘A Terrible Beauty,’ and I have been stalking… watching like a well mannered fan, all things by T. Birmingham since! ‘Written in the Stars’ is the second book in the series and I would highly recommend that you read them in order for that full understanding and enjoyment. The characters do have some crossovers and I had a few a’ha moments that were because of reading the first book as well.

This book has a lot going on! Birmingham has a way of doing that. I wasn’t quite used to it with the first book but by now I am. She writes multi-level stories. While there is plenty of mystery and intrigue to keep you well in your toes from beginning to end, woven throughout is a tale of love and and the drama that life also spins into it. Reading one of Birmingham’s novels always promises to be something like a trip to the cinema in my mind, and this one did not disappoint at all!

I really enjoyed Eagle and Winter as the main characters. These two were a great balance for one another and it just worked. It wasn’t a contrived romance either, something I found rather refreshing! I absolutely can’t wait to find out what we will get with the next book in the series!

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC Series Book 2) by T. Birmingham – Review by Robin Rankin

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Written in the Stars (Fallen Eagles MC Book 2)Written in the Stars by T. Birmingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Written in the Stars by T. Birmingham is the second book in the Fallen Eagles MC series. This book was so much more than I was expecting.

Winter and Davis are amazing together and were even before they were together. They seemed like two pieces of a whole and they worked for me.

Winter reminded me a bit of my younger daughter. She is sarcastic and hard to connect with emotional when she is feeling out of control. I think we all do it to some extent but Winter makes it an art.

Davis is truly a hero. After serving our Country and sacrificing so much during that time and getting hurt both physically and mentally. He didn’t allow any bitterness and anger change him for the worse.

I’m surprised how much I enjoyed this book and enjoying this series. It’s definitely not the typical MC series or least not like the ones I’ve read in the past and I like it.

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Surviving Jordan (Surviving Series Book 3) by Virginia Wine – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

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Surviving Jordan (Surviving Series Book 3)Surviving Jordan by Virginia Wine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Surviving Jordan- Virginia Wine

5-stars

This book had me sitting on the edge of my seat from start to finish as I got so wrapped up in the story. This is the third book in the Surviving Series and my absolute favorite of this series and of these authors so far! I would highly suggest reading this series in order as each book follows the next.

I felt so invested in Ben, Jordan and Steel’s story that I read this book in record time as I couldn’t bring myself to put this book down. This story was action-packed, suspenseful, captivating, steamy, thrilling and so unbelievably entertaining.

I can’t wait to read book 4 to continue with this incredible series!

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Shadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Debi Kircher

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn

5 Stars

I spent a little bit of this book totally confused as to what was going on…when it finally sunk in I was totally hooked. I love this author and her creative storylines. After reading her Ash Park series I was already a forever fan and this one just strengthened that. One of the reasons I love this author so much is because she has taken a genre that I do not read and made me read it and look forward to reading more.

This one creeped me out a bit but I could not put it down, and as always I try to figure it out as I go…well I should have already known that wouldn’t work with this authors writing. The ending totally twisted me up and all the way through i would think aha I got it..just to say in the next few pages…no i don’t LOL

Not going to go into the details of this story..Read it, and if you feel a little confused at some points..Stick with it, it’ll all make sense I promise.

Loved it and can’t wait for more from this amazingly talented author!

Review by @debikircher

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The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections #5) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Tracy Manderson

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The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections, #5)The Way You Are by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections #5) by Sylvie Stewart

5 out of 5 stars

The Way You Are is the fifth book in the Carolina Connections written by Sylvie Stewart and I have read every book in this series and I loved them. Ms. Stewarts writing just gets better with each story/book. The characters are crazy but fun crazy that feed of the crazy. They are well developed and we even get to see our favorite couples from the first few books.
Brett MacKinnon, is a nice guy and a frequent resident of the friend zone. He has terrible taste in woman. So when Brett hears this tiny little girl with the booming voice he goes and talks to her. He is determined to ditch the friend zone and show her he is boyfriend material. Too bad the position’s already been filled by a ball-playing caveman who could flatten him with his pinky.
LIV: There are really only three things she needs in life: sex, baseball, and winning. Her hot boyfriend and season tickets take care of the first two, while she always do her best to cover the last. So developing an unexpected crush on a new friend is more than a little inconvenient. She doesn’t have anything but friendship to offer Brett, but with the way he looks at her, and makes her feel things he has her wishing she did.
BRETT: Has been put in the friend zone so often, they’ve got a sandwich named after him. You’d think he’d be used to it by now. But when it comes to the delectable Liv and he will pull out all the stops to show her he is the guy for her.
Can Brett get out of the friend zone what will it take for Liv to see him more than a friend? You will have to read this great book to find out.
I highly recommend this book/series…
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The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Michelle Austin

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The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections, #5)The Way You Are by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Way You Are was a good 4 star read and book five in the Carolina Connections series.

Brett meets Liv at a baseball game but quickly finds out that she has a boyfriend who plays for the team. Brett was quickly put in the friend zone with Liv.

The friendship grows between these two and his attraction to Liv continues to grow. And the jealousy continues to build from Troy, he doesn’t like Liv hanging out with Brett. The best I could hope for was that she’d eventually lose interest in Troy and decide she liked me instead – Brett

While out with a bunch of his friends Brett witnesses something that changes everything. He talks to Liv’s cousin letting him know what he saw. Could this be his chance to finally have Liv for himself?

There are some more unexpected twists and turns that added a great element to the story. I also had several LOL moments. Overall I really liked Brett and Liv’s story. Sylvie Stewart pulls you in with her writing, I look forward to reading more from her.

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The Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler – Review by Emma Morreale

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The Lies We TellThe Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A plot twist? In a book about lies? What?!
But seriously, I did not see that coming and it made up for almost everything else I wasn’t too fond of.
Natalie is a liar. It’s pretty helpful as an author, I would imagine. But she lies about everything and honestly it got old after a while. The lies were something I could relate to since I was a pretty big liar as a child and it would be about the most ridiculous things that I didn’t need to lie about but it would make whatever situation I was currently in just a little bit easier. As with our lovely main character Natalie, it doesn’t hold up well in the long run. SOOOO many of her problems could have been solved with a short conversation and although I know this is how Natalie operates, but this is really similar to when characters make stupid decisions for drama’s sake. Not a fan of that. This instance is a bit different since Natalie has always been like this but still.
The story gets pretty intense and the twist is worth it.

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The Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler – Review by Maura Harper

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The Lies We TellThe Lies We Tell by Brittany Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“There is no room for your past when you have a new future.”

“The past doesn’t matter… It is just a part of the lies we tell”

“He ages like fine wine. I, on the other hand, age with Botox.”

This is the first book I’ve read by this author and it was almost like a “blind date” read because the blurb is so vague (I really like the blurb doesn’t explain the whole book). THE LIES WE TELL focuses on one main character with three very important secondary characters who move the story along. It is told in single POV in past and present tense. While tense is always mentioned at the beginning of a new chapter, there were times when I didn’t know whose past we were going to be reading about – or what timeframe. I had to slow down and pay attention so I would know who I was reading about.

It is a well thought out story and I was surprised by the weight of the story. This book isn’t all fluff and romance. There are certain times in the story that I wanted to throw my Kindle against the wall because I did not like what was going on and there were times I wanted to shake them all and tell them to move along and don’t look back. In the end, this was a satisfying read.

I give THE LIES WE TELL 4 super solid stars.

Review by @mauraharper

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Shadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn – Review Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shadow’s Keep: A Novel
By Meghan O’Flynn
Rated 4 stars

This story was a shock to me and my mind is still reeling with the possibilities. I never figured this out. This is a perfectly weaved story of suspense. It opens my eyes to a darker side of life. It’s is a typical Meghan O’Flynn book with amazing characters you want to love and shows the harshness of the world and what happens when those two meet.

The characters are light and fluffy on the surface. It’s the story behind their smile that get me. My main emotion was hope but then it turned to shock while reading. This is very smoothly written and easy to read and follow along. All of this easily draw me into the story and the “unknown” keeps me coming back.

I was left with a few unanswered questions. Things I couldn’t figure out how they happened. I could have missed the answers but I’m not sure. Still a freakishly good story.

Review@lisahelmick
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