Pigs by Daniel James – Review by Tausha Treadway

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PigsPigs by Daniel James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pigs by Daniel James. If I could give this book 10 stars I would. I loved every second of it. This story is my favorite kind, full of mystery, murder and running for your life. Its keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time. Its the story of Isaac Reid a former thief who has done his time in prison and wants to start over with life and make amends with his wife and son. The night he leaves prison is the night he begins the fight for his life, literally! A horrible enemy murders his wife and son on his first night of freedom and Isaac is consumed with rage. He is trying so hard to live the life his family wants him to live but he desperately wants revenge. When he finds the gang of killers led by a guy wearing a wolf mask and his assassins wearing pig masks he is in for the fight of his life because the wolf man is determined to kill Isaac. From the first page of this book it keeps you on the edge of your seat and doesn’t really let up. I absolutely loved it! Do yourself a favor and read Pigs!

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Love in the Lowcountry (A Winter Holiday Collection Book 1) Featuring Poinsettias for Carly by Michele Sims – Review by Chantelle Smith

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Love in the Lowcountry: A Winter Holiday CollectionLove in the Lowcountry: A Winter Holiday Collection by Savannah J. Frierson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a brilliant collection of stories, that will hold you captivated and hooked right from the start. Each story brings you along on a journey that you can’t help but not want it to end. Reading a collection of stories helps you find new authors that you will come to love, one of mine was Michele Sims read, Poinsettias for Carly.
This isn’t my first read by this author but this one really had my emotions on a rollercoaster. I couldn’t deny the grin I had while reading it. I loved Carly & Mason’s story, I was hooked from the start, even though it was a shorter read, it definitely wasn’t lacking in content, amazing characters and an even better storyline.

This is a collection of reads not to be missed, a definite set to be read snuggled up with.

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Earl of Darby (Wicked Earls’ Club) (Once Upon A Widow Book 4) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Laura Furuta

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Earl of Darby (Wicked Earls' Club) (Once Upon A Widow Book 4)Earl of Darby (Wicked Earls’ Club) by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Earl of Darby (Wicked Earls’ Club) (Once Upon A Widow Book 4)
By: Aubrey Wynne
5 out of 5 stars

The story Earl of Darby (Wicked Earls’ Club) (Once Upon A Widow Book 4) by Aubrey Wynne is a historical romance. It is a wonderful story to read and I found myself not wanting to put it down until I had finished it. I loved reading about the characters of Miss Hannah Pendleton and Nicholas, the Earl of Darby. Hannah is a young woman who is scheduled for her first season. She is learning that the one she has had a crush on has fallen for another. Hannah feels the attraction when she meets Nicholas. Nicholas is a man who is not seeking out anyone to marry. A tragedy has affected every part of his life. He is surprised when he feels an attraction to Hannah. Will Hannah and Nicholas act on their feelings for each other? There is another who has noticed Hannah as well. Will Nicholas be the one that Hannah chooses? What does the future hold for Hannah and Nicholas? Read this book to find out. I enjoy reading historical romances and this story is an example of the reason why. I love reading about romance, masquerade balls, parties, and the attention that is lavished on the young woman by the men in attendance. The story has some heartbreaking moments however I found that there were more times that were heartwarming and I had a smile on my face. Don’t miss out on Miss Hannah Pendleton’s first season. I highly recommend reading this book.

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane, K.L. Montgomery, Harlow Layne, Amanda Siegrist, A.K. MacBride, Jody Kaye, Syd Ryan, Alyne Hart, Kelsey Cheyenne, Larissa Gail – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First RespondersRisking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane, K.L. Montgomery, Harlow Layne, Amanda Siegrist, A.K. MacBride, Jody Kaye, Syd Ryan, Alyne Hart, Kelsey Cheyenne, Larissa Gail
5 stars

I knew I had to pick this anthology up as soon as it went up for preorder. I mainly got this for KL Montgomery as she is an automatic one click author for me, no matter what its about!
This review focuses on Reconstructed Heart by KL Montgomery

Reconstructed Heart broke my heart from the beginning and took me on a journey inside the minds of police officers and the emotional turmoil they feel on a daily basis and how hard that is to bring into a relationship. Jenna and Trey sparked from the get go but it sure took some time to get from benefits and comfort to showing the feelings for real. Like all of this authors stories, I was invested from start to finish. I loved these characters as they were different in a way from some of her previous characters in her books.

I will be reading the rest of these stories as i love first responder stories.

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane, K.L. Montgomery, Harlow Layne, Amanda Siegrist, A.K. MacBride, Jody Kaye, Syd Ryan, Alyne Hart, Kelsey Cheyenne, Larissa Gail – Review by Jana Teppih

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First RespondersRisking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Risking Everything is a steamy anthology that gives us glimpses into the lives of the first responders! I had read three of the writers before (Kara Liane, Amanda Siegrist and KL Montgomery) so of course I checked out their stories first!
Reconstructed Heart by K.L. Montgomery gives us Trey Prince and Jenna Labato that meet on a gruesome accident scene and it takes them on a journey of picking up pieces of a broken heart and rebuilding the faith that has been lost! You know from the first page on that it would take a miracle and the writer gives us one! This story is a true testament to the lives of police officers and it is good to be reminded of it once in a while!
Romance on the Rig by Kara Liane gives us Air Force veteran Sean the “Murf” who is an EMT and a college student Lana. It is a story of recognizing love and trusting in that love and building a future one can rely on! The love takes a long way round as there are some mistakes and a misunderstanding but we all know that love conquers all!

Always Kind of Love by Amanda Siegrist gives us a second chances romance between Ethan McCord, our hot firefighter, and Penelope! It is also a great introduction into her McCord Family series! She gives us assumed unrequited love, PTSD, panic attacks, and dangerous arsonist! You will be sitting at the edge of your seat from page one!
I suggest you pick up a copy as you will not only get 10 hot and spicy stories but also will get a satisfaction from knowing that all the proceeds will go to Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation that honors the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who lost his life when saving other on 9/11. The Foundation honors the military and first responders who continue to make the sacrifice of life and limb for their country!

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Loving Jake (Almost Perfect Series Book 1) by Lisa Lanay – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Loving Jake (Almost Perfect Series)Loving Jake by Lisa Lanay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love when you pick up a new book by a completely new author and it turns out to be everything you ever wanted and more! This was the case for me with Loving Jake from Lisa Lanay. She was a completely new author to myself and I had no idea what to expect other than it was a snazzy blurb that peaked my interest to see what the story was all about. I am so excited to learn this is book one of a new series, the Almost Perfect series and the next book will focus on the secondary character, Zane, that I loved so much in this book!

The characters are very vibrant and lovable in this book, even when you want to slap them, and you will want to slap them several times loll. I loved how this book was real and raw, things didn’t come easy for Jake and Kimberly but when they did finally come together it is explosive and something that I loved reading. I can’t wait to reread this book it was that good and I look forward to finding out what will come for Zane. I am also going to run and check out anything else I can get my hands on from Lisa Lanay while I wait.

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Found in the Lost (Special Forces: Operation Alpha)(The Leonidas Corporation Book 1) by Tarina Deaton – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Found in the Lost (Special Forces: Operation Alpha / The Leonidas Corporation Book 1)Found in the Lost by Tarina Deaton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have not had the chance to read anything from Tarina Deaton prior to picking up Found in the Lost. This is book one of The Leonidas Corporation Books and part of her Special Forces: Operation Alpha sets. I loved this book way more than I even anticipated that I would. It was packed with action, adventure, intrigue and some sweet romance to sweep you away when things seem to be getting too heavy with the story line. I loved the characters and their strength, dedication, and charisma. They truly made this novel as great as it is. Deaton writes them in a way that you feel as if they are real life characters that you want to reach out to and get to know better. By the end of the novel you feel as if they are old acquaintances.

Kinley is a sweet and spunky gal that I could really relate to with her energy. She loves her job and she is about to embark on her first archaeological dig. Little does she know that danger will be around every corner and she will be involved in finding a treasure that has been lost for a really long time. Shane wants to enjoy a very needed vacation and plans to roam the jungles of Guatemala. Things don’t pan out quite as relaxing as they anticipated when danger licks their heels after helping a stranded woman. As you can imagine things get pretty adventurous and crazy. I look forward to seeing what is available by Deaton while I wait for the next book in this particular series of hers.

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Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Vampire StateVampire State by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Vampire State is the first book that I have read by Alexander Charlambides so I was not exactly sure what to expect with this other than I loved the cover and had to know what would happen between them. I am glad I took a gamble, especially since Vampire novels usually have super high standards for me being an avid fan of the classics. I loved the way the characters were developed and brought to life right before your eyes as you read. The world building was fantastic and made the story believable and realistic even with the fantasy elements. I loved the added twist of romance with the love triangle blooming between Rowena and Vincenzo and Luka. Not only does Rowena have to determine her future as either a vampire or a pale but she is going to have to make a decision regarding her heart. I loved this adventure and look forward to seeing what else is available and to come from Alexander Charalambides. I am sure it will be something I can sink my teeth into as well.

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Love in the Lowcountry (A Winter Holiday Collection Book 1) Featuring Poinsettias for Carly by Michele Sims – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Love in the Lowcountry: A Winter Holiday CollectionLove in the Lowcountry: A Winter Holiday Collection by Savannah J. Frierson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love in the Lowcountry is a sweet and heartwarming collection of winter themed stories conveniently in one nice package deal. I loved the vast array of novels that cover many genres from paranormal to the second chance romance. I am going to leave a little tidbit about the sweet second chance romance novella, Poinsettias for Carly by Michele Sims, an already favorite author of mine.

I loved that the title, Poinsettias for Carly also mentions A past unresolved is never the past… I feel like that gives you a good indication of what you are in store for with this little read. I love that while this was a short and fast paced read I never felt slighted or bored and like I was missing pieces. Carly was a fun character who brought the emotion to life in the tale of her finding the spirit of Christmas and dealing with a past that has come back to face her in the future. Will she get her second chance at love and a happily ever after? For that and more fantastic other reads you will have to pick up this set for yourself!

Review by @lizaileen
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Knight Watch (An Alliance Agency Novel Book 1) by Maddie Wade & India Kells – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Knight Watch (An Alliance Agency Novel #1)Knight Watch by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story has it all. Adventure, bad guys, strong men and women, romance. I don’t know how two authors can write together to make such a seamless story flow so well, but Wade and Kells have no problem doing that with this series! I really enjoyed reading this story and look forward to reading more from these authors!

I love the characters. I love the story line, the plot twists, and the overall adventure. I love the tension between the secondary characters. And I love the dirty romance.

This book is sure to be on my list of favorites! You should really go check it out!

Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks

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Pigs by Daniel James – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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PigsPigs by Daniel James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pigs by Daniel James is an action packed crime novel, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers on their feet. It follows Isaac, newly released from prison and determined to stay away from the life that got him locked up – a life that isn’t going to let him go so easily.

The book opens with a fairly graphic torture scene which sets the tone for the rest of the book. If you find that uncomfortable, you won’t enjoy the book. Personally, I’m not a huge fan of graphic violence but it added to the tension which got me hooked.

This is the kind of book where you can never really relax. Like Isaac, you’re always looking over your shoulder, never feeling safe. Although much of the story comes from Isaacs perspective, occasionally chapters show us what other characters are up to giving us a broader perspective and time to let Isaac stew.

Pretty much everyone in this story is a criminal, but James achieves a variety of motivations and personal morals which make it easy for readers to pick a side. I particularly liked Grace, who prefers to talk people into doing her bidding to avoid having to use her gun.

For me, this is a five star book. A real page turner, with plenty of interest and action to flesh it out. Once I got going, I struggled to put it down!

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane, K.L. Montgomery, Harlow Layne, Amanda Siegrist, A.K. MacBride, Jody Kaye, Syd Ryan, Alyne Hart, Kelsey Cheyenne, Larissa Gail – Review by Cassi Rogers

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

*This is a review of the story written by K.L. Montgomery titled Reconstructed Hearts.*
This story was written beautifully from the male characters point of view. Trey has been on the police force for a long while. Of course throughout his career he has dealt with and seen quite a bit of devastation. However, nothing prepares him for the terrible news that is delivered to him by a newer trooper on the unit. The bearer of bad news, Jenna, is younger and beautiful. The two end up becoming friends and try to develop a no-string attached sort of relationship. Things keep coming up and Trey has a hard time dealing with the weight of the trauma and weight of his career. He keeps pushing Jenna away thinking it is the right thing to do.
The push and pull of this story is charmingly frustrating. The emotions and the characters are so easy to relate to. It makes you think about all the things our blue line family has to go through and see on a daily basis. I thoroughly enjoyed this story.

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Love & Omens (Crescent City Ghost Tours Book 2) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Love & Omens (Crescent City Ghost Tours, #2)Love & Omens by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another amazing story from Carrie Pulkinen! She is able to pull in the sights and sounds of The Big Easy making them into a wonderfully interesting and thrilling story. It amazes me how the characters don’t seem afraid but I’m not sure I could live in the museum. I understood Blake nervousness at times. I also loved the whole Wonderland theme throughout! Very cool!

I loved getting Sydney’s story. Blake seems like the perfect guy for her and he seamlessly fits into the story. This also introduces some new characters…Claire—-GAH! We also get to see the ghost/tour crew again and see what they have been up to.

This story surprised me and gave me shivers all at the same time. I loved that! That makes me want to keep reading for the shock value plus the romance story. I look forward to more from these characters.

PS…I didn’t realize that the Macey we meet here is the same Macey from her other series til the note at the end. Great Crossover!

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Earl of Darby (Wicked Earls’ Club) (Once Upon A Widow Book 4) by Aubrey Wynne

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Genre – Historical Romance, Regency

Page Count – 161 pages

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Miss Hannah Pendleton is nursing her pride after her childhood crush falls in love with another. Determined to break a few hearts of her own, she hurls herself into the exciting and hectic schedule of a first season. Hannah finds the glitter and malice of London and its society both intriguing and intimidating. Always clever and direct, the smooth manners and practiced words of the gallant but meticulous bachelors do nothing to stir her soul until…

Since his wife’s suicide on their wedding night, the Earl of Darby has carefully cultivated his rakish reputation. It keeps overprotective mamas at bay and provides him with unlimited clandestine affairs. But when Nicholas sees a lovely newcomer being courted by the devil himself, her innocence and candor revive the chivalry buried deep in his soul. The ice around Nicholas’s heart cracks as he desperately tries to save Hannah and right a hideous wrong committed so long ago.

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Bestselling and award-winning author Aubrey Wynne is an elementary teacher by trade, champion of children and animals by conscience, and author by night. She resides in the Midwest with her husband, dogs, horses, mule, and barn cats. Obsessions include wine, history, travel, trail riding, and all things Christmas. Her Chicago Christmas series has received the Golden Quill, Aspen Gold, Heart of Excellence, Maggie award, and thrice nominated as a Rone finalist by InD’tale Magazine.

Aubrey’s first love is medieval romance but after dipping her toe in the Regency period in 2018 with the Wicked Earls’ Club, she was smitten. This inspired her spin-off series Once Upon a Widow. In 2020, she will launch the Scottish Regency series A MacNaughton Castle Romance with Dragonblade Novels.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider

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Genre – Epic Fantasy

Page Count – 503 pages

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What if you were born with an addiction to magic? What if your pleasure meant their pain?

Ian Troy is one of the Shinree, a fallen race born with an addiction to magic. Enslaved and drugged to suppress their deadly desires, the Shinree live to serve their masters. After years of forced combat in Rella’s long, brutal war, Ian is desperate for peace. With defeat imminent, he defies the queen’s orders and wields the Crown of Stones; an ancient relic of untold power. Unaware of the artifact’s true nature, he ends the war, but pays a terrible price.

A decade later, Ian is still running from the blood in his veins and on his hands. Curbing his cravings with wine and regret, he struggles to forget. But when a fateful encounter with a pretty assassin brings him down that dark path again, Ian’s addiction is awakened—and denial is no longer an option. With the realm he gave up everything to protect once more in jeopardy, Ian becomes embroiled in a violent race for control of the Crown of Stones. As deceptions unfold, the truth becomes clear. To save the realms, he must embrace the one thing he fears most: his own power.

Magic-Price is the award-winning first installment in The Crown of Stones trilogy.

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Addie: To Wager on Her Future (Other Pens, Mansfield Park book 5) by Leenie Brown – Review by Angela Hayes

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Addie: To Wager on Her Future (Other Pens, Mansfield Park #5)Addie: To Wager on Her Future by Leenie Brown
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Addie: To Wager On Her Future is the fifth book in the ‘Other Pens, Mansfield Park’ series by Leenie Brown. This is a great regency romance which is full of drama, trouble, danger, risk, angst, emotion, and even a little humour -which was well placed to balance all the drama and angst.
Ms. Brown is a ‘new-to-me’ author, so I wasn’t sure of what to expect going into this book. But I do enjoy a good period piece- and the blurb intrigued me, so I took a chance and jumped in. I am happy that I did, because this story delivers everything you could want from a great regency romance.
The characters are fully developed, with their own personalities, quirks, and flaws. The have been so well crafted that the became ‘real’ and very believable. Some characters were entirely likeable- whilst others were quite detestable- and Ms. Brown easily sways us in either direction. The story is well woven- having just the right amount of drama, angst, and tension to keep me hooked.
Addie is unlike a lot of women of her times- strong, capable, determined, independent, and forward thinking. She has grown up in and around the world of horse racing, and horse breeding. When her father is taken ill, she stepped up and has been running things ever since. But her brother brings trouble home with him, which threatens everything she holds dear. What happens when a new ‘friend’ steps in with a solution. Will this bring and end to their problems, or will this complicate things even more? It is well worth the read to find out.
This may be the fifth book in the series, but it can be read as a standalone. But having said that, I am intrigued about what the other books may hold, so I will definitely be going back to meet the other characters and follow their stories.

Thank you, Leenie Brown!

 

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Hula Girl by Lara Ward Cosio – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Hula GirlHula Girl by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. This is a romance story that kept me turning pages until the end. I loved being pulled into the story right from the beginning. This is an engaging story that heat up the pages. What happens when a workaholic meets the beach bum on vacation? Than they run into each other after vacation and pretend to be engaged. Are they really pretending or is there more to it? They are great characters with a strong chemistry. This is a must read.

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Testament of Feats: Book of Judgement Book One by K.H. Jones – Review by Heather Lovelace

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Testament of Feats: Book of Judgment,Testament of Feats: Book of Judgment, by K.H. Jones
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was exactly what I was looking for! Dark fantasy, excellent characters, a riveting storyline… I truthfully had a hard time walking away from the book. Even when I finished the last page. This story just felt so much bigger and grandeur than the pages could contain. I am thrilled to have found this author and to find that this book is part of a series. Fantasy lovers – this book is a must read!

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Forbidden Love; Written by Lisa Jones Gentry, As Told by Joe Steele – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Forbidden Love: Written by Lisa Jones Gentry as Told by Their Son Joe SteeleForbidden Love: Written by Lisa Jones Gentry as Told by Their Son Joe Steele by Lisa Jones Gentry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a romance story about a couple who fall in a forbidden love relationship. This book took me on an emotional roller coaster of various emotions that kept me turning pages until the end. I had a hard time putting this book down once I started it. The characters are engaging and connectable. I enjoyed how this book was told in POV of the son and told with so much emotion. I highly recommend reading this book, it will pull at your heartstrings and warm your night.

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Loving Jake (Almost Perfect Series Book 1) by Lisa Lanay – Review by Heather Lovelace

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Loving JakeLoving Jake by Lisa Lanay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I couldn’t put this down! Immediately I was in love with the main characters and traveled the emotional rollercoaster gladly. From start to finish this book was a wonderful combination of plot and emotion and romance. Just a great book that stands well on its own. I cannot wait to read the rest of the series!

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Addie: To Wager on Her Future (Other Pens, Mansfield Park book 5) by Leenie Brown – Review by Heather Lovelace

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Addie: To Wager on Her Future (Other Pens, Mansfield Park #5)Addie: To Wager on Her Future by Leenie Brown
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This regency romance pulled me in straight away. I love historical romance, the regency era, and all things Austen. This felt very much in the same vein with great connection to the audience, relatable characters, and a well paced storyline. This author is new to me and I am very glad I found her. Well written and recommended!

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane, K.L. Montgomery, Harlow Layne, Amanda Siegrist, A.K. MacBride, Jody Kaye, Syd Ryan, Alyne Hart, Kelsey Cheyenne, Larissa Gail – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First RespondersRisking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Risking Everything is a anthology of some steamy reads involving first responders. Each one is steamier and hotter then the next. They were all great reads and can’t find anything I didn’t like about any of them. I can be honest and tell you my favorite was my K.L Montgomery and involved a trooper named Jenna and a CRU agent named Trey who used to be a trooper. That one had such a great storyline that had me reading page after page to find out what would happen next. Such a great anthology you don’t want to miss out on. Grab your copy today

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Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

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Vampire StateVampire State by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides

5-stars

Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides was a unique and exciting vampire novel. Rowena’s father returns from war having rescued an important person from the Pale population. This provides them with the opportunity to go from living life as poor to having access to things the rich people do. The only downside is they are on borrowed time and must decide to join the Pale population by receiving “The Gift” or becoming something like slaves or worse. She is pulled into the world of politics by charming Pale Vincenzo in his ploy to find progress and equality. Luka, who is different and unique in his own way, sheds a different light on the issue. She has to make a choice though, to die or not to die.

This book was exciting, creative, and invigorating. I loved this new world the author created and how detailed the scenery was. The characters were also developed well. I loved Rowena and Vincenzo the most. I found Luka fascinating but Vincenzo stole my heart at the start. I definitely recommend this book. It is not a traditional vampire read and I loved the change up it gave me.

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The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis Book 1) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Michelle Austin

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The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis #1)The Rise of House Valdis by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Rise of House Valdis was a great 5 star read and book one in the House Valdis series.

Xenobia came to earth seven years ago, We start out with her best friend Maggie giving her a hard time about getting out and dating. But she has a fear that they will see what she really is and she doesn’t want to take that risk. Maggie is the only one who knows what she is.

When someone dangerous resurfaces fiver years later, she is wondering why now? Things take a dangerous turn and she is asked to help a girl named “Mercy”. When she finds Mercy she is being attacked by two men, she saves her and brings her home with her. Can she keep Mercy safe?

Matt is investigating the death of three men, he meets Xen when he goes to question her. He knows that there is more to her story. Matt has his own secret and when he reveals it to Xen she is shocked, I actually had a LOL moment at her reaction.

There is so much more to this story that is told in several POV’s. Overall I really enjoyed this read. Xen ends up finding out that she isn’t alone, will she finally fit in?. All of the secondary characters were great. I was pulled right in by Naomi’s writing.This is my first read from this author and I was pleasantly surprised and I look forward to reading more from her. 1-click and get started today on this great paranormal read.

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Chasing Clay (The DeWitt Agency Files Book 3) by Lance Charnes – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Chasing Clay (The DeWitt Agency Files Book 3) by Lance Charnes is a suspenseful yet intriguing story with twists and turns that had me on the edge of my seat trying to figure out what happens next. I couldn’t put it down once I started reading. Matt’s a smart yet very resourceful man who is a ex-con. He’s been promised an early release from probation if he can finish a job in sixty days. He soon finds himself to be in way over his head. The job involves Nam Ton ware that’s be trafficked . Can Matt figure out where the pottery is from? What does Matt’s future look like? Find out what happens next in this must read. I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Loving Jake (Almost Perfect Series Book 1) by Lisa Lanay – Review by Tracy Barbour

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Loving JakeLoving Jake by Lisa Lanay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What started as a teenage crush on her big brother’s best friend turned into an eventual happily ever after for Kimberly & an unexpected one for Jake as well.

Kimberly had loved Jake for 22 years and when he returned into her life after a bitter marriage and divorce, she was no longer the sly little kitten he remembered.

I thoroughly enjoyed this page-turner. There were so many elements and twist & turns that I never expected. And full of laughter & tears. I’m struggling to summarize this wonderful story without giving away any of the surprises. How Lisa Lanay has managed to weave so many themes into one story is amazing!

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Addie: To Wager on Her Future (Other Pens, Mansfield Park book 5) by Leenie Brown – Review by Kerry Baker

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Addie: To Wager on Her Future (Other Pens, Mansfield Park #5)Addie: To Wager on Her Future by Leenie Brown
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Addie: To Wager on Her Future by Leenie Brown is the fifth book in the Other Pens, Mansfield Park series. This is a sweet regency romance that will draw you easily into the characters.
I don’t often read regency books so I always enjoy slipping back into the genre. This book was a great way to do that as well. The characters were really enjoyable to read about. The story was well paced and easy to connect with.
It is a relatively quick read so the type of book I would say is perfect for a lazy afternoon. I liked that I didn’t have to have read the other books first although I definitely think I will be adding them on.

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Knight Watch (An Alliance Agency Novel Book 1) by Maddie Wade & India Kells – Review by Debi Kircher

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Knight Watch (An Alliance Agency Novel #1)Knight Watch by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Knight Watch (An Alliance Agency Novel Book 1) by Maddie Wade & India Kells

5 ++++ Stars

I am so loving two of my favorite authors ever teaming up in this series…I especially love since they are both so awesome that the stories flow so smooth, you can not tell there are two authors writing this book.

I love this new Alliance and the people are all fresh and complicated, and awesome, and troubled, and amazing and I can’t wait to read about each one of them.

Kingsley and Sydney were everything each other needed even if they had no idea, Sydney’s past was horrible and it just would not leave her alone. Kingsley gets to head up the Alliance Agency’s first case and must save the niece of a rich and powerful man who is being held for ransom …but further investigation into the whole story brings to light some things that don’t make a lot of sense. I loved the first meeting between Kingsley and Sydney and I fell for him so quick with how he did everything he could to prove to her that she could trust him.

This is going to be an amazing series and I already feel like im completely invested in this group, I can not wait for the next one and all those to come after.

Highly recommend!!

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Summer Break: A Joe Football Novella by Autumn Sand – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Summer Break: A Joe Football NovellaSummer Break: A Joe Football Novella by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! This author continues to impress me with every book that I read of hers. I never hesistate to pick up one of her books, I know that I am in for a page turner. I loved seeing more of the characters we met in Joe Football. They are great characters that make the story feel realistic. In this book we get to see what happens when they go on summer break where secrets are hidden and memories are made. This is a must read.

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane, K.L. Montgomery, Harlow Layne, Amanda Siegrist, A.K. MacBride, Jody Kaye, Syd Ryan, Alyne Hart, Kelsey Cheyenne, Larissa Gail – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First RespondersRisking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane, K.L. Montgomery, Harlow Layne, Amanda Siegrist, A.K. MacBride, Jody Kaye, Syd Ryan, Alyne Hart, Kelsey Cheyenne, Larissa Gail. This is an amazing Anthology.
I loved all the stories but got it because of K.L. Montgomery! Reconstructed Heart is the story of Trey Prince and Jenna Labato. Jenna is a State Trooper and Trey is starting a new job with a Collision Reconstruction Unit. When Trey makes a startling discovery at an accident scene Jenna is the one who tries to help him pick up the pieces. Trey doesn’t think he will ever recover but Jenna is determined to try. Its a wonderful story with a strong Female lead for a change and I really liked that.
Beautiful Persuasion by A.K. MacBride is a great story as well. Its about Raelyn who is reeling from a breakup and Griffin who is a hot, sexy Irishman. When they share a night of passion Raelyn is trying to determine if Griffin is worth losing her family for.
Rescuing Ryan by Syd Ryan is a sweet story about a sexy firefighter named Chris and a girl named Ryan who is working her way thru nursing school any way she can. When she meets Chris he is coming off a bad relationship and he realizes Ryan is going to be his most difficult rescue ever.
I really loved all these stories. You should read this anthology you will not be disappointed.

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