High Fae Academy – Year One: Fae Paranormal Romance by Kaylin Peyerk – Review by Erica Fish

High Fae Academy - Year One: Fae Paranormal RomanceHigh Fae Academy – Year One: Fae Paranormal Romance by Kaylin Peyerk
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by Kaylin Peyerk. I really like the YA Paranormal Romance genre. It is one of mystery and can really be good or sadly it can be bad. High Fae Academy is great. The character building is intriguing. I found the characters were complex and individually cemented in the story. Tiana, the main female character, is a powerful half-human/half fae. She can command all the elements and each one of the guys who are trying to court her command one element. This makes it tough trying to decide which one to be with. What is a girl supposed to do? Let us not forget to mention that there is a little prophecy about Tiana. I highly recommend this book. You will want to read it to see how Tiana does with all that is going on with her.

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High Fae Academy – Year One: Fae Paranormal Romance by Kaylin Peyerk – Review by Jenni Bishop

High Fae Academy - Year One: Fae Paranormal RomanceHigh Fae Academy – Year One: Fae Paranormal Romance by Kaylin Peyerk
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

High Fae Academy – Year One: Fae Paranormal Romance by Kaylin Peyerk is a sweet paranormal romance story that is a reverse harem. I am a fantasy paranormal lover and like them done well. Kaylin has done well with this first book but I wanted to see more character building as I couldn’t quite grasp a relationship with them and who they were/are. It also felt a little rushed in the start and did simmer down and I was able to fall into this intriguing story. Our Heroine suddenly finds her world turned upside down as she is drawn into the world of paranormal and suddenly attracted to five fae and not knowing how to deal with it all.

I look forward to reading the rest of the series as I can see Kaylin growing with it.

 

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Midnight in the House of Lang by Bree M. Lewandowski

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Genre – Romance, Dystopian

The year is 3034. All power has reverted to steam.

Airships darken the sky. Europe crumbles under war.

In imperial Vienna, war has been a distant whisper–heard but not seen, until terror drops from the sky, bringing bloodshed across Austria. Now, beloved granddaughter of the emperor, Thea Lang, and her elder brother must flee to the safety of Belarus.

Suddenly a refugee, all she longs for is to return home to her city, her people, and the man who raised her. That is, until “home” shifts in the reflection of a pair of black eyes and a voice like midnight.

Captain Irek Surov fights for Russia and the countries who need its aid. His entire life has marched in service and protection till a young woman with the fervor and beauty of Russian folklore sirens brings his heart to a halt.

Between them, there can be no future. Their lives lie in opposite directions and war has no mercy for lovers. Yet, between their two hearts an indelible cord has been woven. Perhaps even the flames of battle cannot burn it away.

~ AMAZON ~

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Rise (The Larussio Legacy Book 2) by Via Mari

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Giovanni Larussio is the don of the most powerful crime family in Italy. A man who has the ability to sway great forces at work in the world, he and his cousins are known for their ruthlessness in crushing enemies. After finding himself in charge of the largest casino in Vegas, the desire to dominate Serena Moretti threatens to be the catalyst his enemies need to guarantee his downfall.

Serena Moretti’s family has suffered years of hardship and oppression at the hands of the Larussio family. They raised her to believe the Larussios were the enemy, but whenever Giovanni is near, submissive desire courses through her veins. If she continues to succumb to his dominance, will she see the danger it creates before it is too late?

Is the sheer magnitude and muscle of Giovanni’s reach enough to protect her from his enemies? Will her family forgive her perceived betrayal? Can their love endure amidst the chaos and bring the two families together?

~ AMAZON ~

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Via Mari was raised in both the United States and United Kingdom and travels extensively. As a child she spent uncountable hours traveling and always enjoyed reading to pass the time, and this pattern has continued in her adult life. In fact, you can still find her curled up in an overstuffed chair when the wood fire is crackling and popping, reading a page-turning novel until the early hours of the morning, especially during the harsh winters of the Midwestern United States, or engrossed in a book as she travels from place to place researching for her own novels or attending conferences.

Via’s inspiration to publish stemmed from research as she began writing love scenes for her own novels. It became apparent there seemed to be a cultural divide between what people believed was normal or vanilla sexual behavior and that which people considered BDSM, and she felt compelled enough to write about the differences, similarities, and extreme feelings and levels of trust individuals in dominant and submissive relationships must have, and the desires that are at the heart of these relationships.

Via has been partnered for a multitude of years with her soulmate and when not writing, enjoys spending time with their family, including an adorable fur-baby, gardening, or walking for exercise in town or around a big city to research her next novel.

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Who: A Stalker Series Novel by Megan Mitcham – Review by Sara Oxton

Who (Stalker, #1)Who by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who by Megan Mitcham a five-star read that will keep you guessing. This is the first novel in the Stalker series and wow it kicks off with a bang. My goodness the tension and drama in this is just off the charts, it will keep you guessing and nicely hot all the way through, Larkin Ashford is a wonderful character, there was just this wonder about her, there is just something about her, she will surprise you, she puts her everything into business, but maybe she shouldn’t. Your heart will jump with lark her story is so palpable. I cant wait for the next story in this series.

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Who: A Stalker Series Novel by Megan Mitcham – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Who (Stalker, #1)Who by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Who, is the first standalone novel in a new “pulse-pounding psychological thriller series”, by Megan Mitcham. Featuring a fiercely independent and headstrong women in Billionaire Larkin Ashford it also contains a thrilling plot line, steamy chemistry and twists you definitely won’t see coming. It is a romantic psychological thriller full of suspense and I was gripped from page one. Larkin has built a successful fashion empire but it’s been built on bribes and when she starts receiving threatening messages she retreats to her rooftop hideaway where a mysterious and handsome man believing she is about to jump, rescues her. Larkin can not ignore the chemistry between them, and it sizzles of the page, however her friends warn her that he could be her stalker. In searching for her mystery man she uncovers dark secrets which threaten her empire unless she can determine the truth.
This is a fast paced psychological thriller with a great lead character in the sexy, sassy billionaire Larkin. The storyline had me hooked and the twists and turns kept me guessing until the end. I look forward to reading future books in Mitcham’s ‘Stalker’ series.

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A Moore Affair (Moore Family Saga Book 4) by Michele Sims – Review by Erica Fish

A Moore Affair (Moore Family Saga #4)A Moore Affair by Michele Sims
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Moore Affair is the fourth book in the Moore Family Saga by Michele Sims. I recommend reading the previous book to better understand the characters and their build up through the stories. Michele Sims does an amazing job building the characters and their story lines. In this book Miles is marrying Bella. Bella is wondering if she can handle marrying a music man. There are secrets that Miles has been hiding from Bella. Can their marriage survive the secrets? Will Bella be able to remain happy? What is in store for Miles and Bella? I highly recommend this fast pace story.

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Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 4-6): A Small Town Romantic Comedy Series by K.L. Montgomery

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Genre – Romantic Comedy

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Love small town romcoms with strong, quirky heroines and down-to-earth heroes? What about crazy shenanigans and well-deserved happily-ever-afters set at the beach? Welcome to Romance in Rehoboth!

Book 1: Badge Bunny – cop meets ER doc in this enemies-to-lovers tale

Chris Everson has a pretty sweet life: a great job as a state trooper, lots of buddies to hang out with, and he lives at the beach. What could be better? But he’s harboring a secret–a secret that doesn’t fit with his whole tough guy cop persona. He’s gone to great lengths to keep his secret from his guy friends AND the women he dates.

Brynne Miller’s job as an ER doctor means she’s always meeting cops. In fact, she’s dated so many that her friends call her “Badge Bunny.” But she will never date Chris Everson. Nope. Not a chance. He managed to piss her off within two seconds of meeting him…and first impressions are everything.

Aren’t they?

Book 2: Wedding War – can the offspring of two rival families save their wedding businesses without falling in love?

Jason Friday’s family business has kept the grooms of Delmarva in style for over forty years. Hannah Robinson’s family has been doing the same for brides for nearly thirty.

A squabble over twenty years ago turned the two families into mortal enemies. As their businesses grew, their rivalry only became more cutthroat…until Über Brides sets up shop in Rehoboth Beach. This bridal superstore chain is known for slashing prices, squeezing every drop of discounts from their vendors, and running family-owned shops out of business.

The days of the Fridays and Robinsons serving the brides and grooms of Delmarva are numbered unless Jason and Hannah can band together to run Über Brides out of Rehoboth Beach. Can they manage to work together and ignore their growing attraction to each other? Or will they lose both their jobs and their families when they succumb to their desires?

Book 3: Stage Mom – a single mom fights for her special needs daughter while the nice guy learns to take a stand

Everything about Larissa Emerson is strong.

Her personality.

Her snark.

Her aversion to men after one too many disappointments.

Her unwavering fight to ensure her special needs daughter is treated like any other girl–a fight that ramps up when she begs to compete in a beauty pageant.

Mateo Flores is in his first year of heading up the Little Miss Rehoboth pageant, and he’s not about to screw it up. He knew he’d be dealing with stereotypical pageant moms, but he never saw this one coming. She hits him like a hurricane, all strength and beauty and attitude.

How can he say no to a force of nature like Larissa Emerson?

~ AMAZON ~

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Read Between The Lines (Freshwater Book 1) by Belinda Williams

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Kat Chalmers is a high achiever. As the co-host of a leading current affairs program, she’s earned nationwide acclaim for her interview skills. And now she plans to use those skills to find out more about her mysterious neighbour, Matt Goodridge.

Matt works long hours as an obstetrician and doesn’t like talking about his past. He’s also intrigued by his famous neighbour, although getting to know her is difficult when she prefers to be the one asking the questions.

But Kat can’t seem to stay away. Matt’s like no one she’s ever met and she finds herself letting her guard down. Meanwhile, Matt is discovering that the woman behind the carefully crafted television persona is entirely different to who he thought she was.

When Matt learns Kat has secrets of her own to hide, he begins to wonder if some secrets are too good to keep . . . even if it means risking your heart and your professional reputation.

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Belinda Williams is a marketing copywriter who allowed an addiction to romance to get the better of her. Her other addictions include music and fast cars. Her writing hasn’t paid for a Lamborghini just yet, so she settles for her son’s Hot Wheels collection and writing hot male leads with sports cars. Belinda lives in Sydney, Australia.

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Anger (Hero High Book 2) by Mina Chara

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Genre – FICTION / Fantasy / Coming of Age / Romance / Action & Adventure /

Page Count – 95 pages

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I have to be brave, they’re watching.

I was an every day part of the Hero Channel’s most famous show Hero High, until I met the Figure in the Flames and the copycat Dr Dangerous.

Living at the superstructure is risky and invasive, especially when trying to figure out where two new real super villains come from. I can’t let the cameras see what I’m doing, because I’m pretty sure they’re in on it, and people are getting hurt.

I can’t trust The Hero Channel.

I’m not even sure who the bad guys are anymore. There’s too much to keep track of. My hero, Captain Fantastic might actually take me under his wing, if it wasn’t for his real mentee Ashley who basically hates me.

Someone’s lying to me.

Maybe everyone.

Anger is book 2 in the Hero High series and is set in the near future world of Icon City, a place filled with powered one-percenters.

~ AMAZON ~

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Mina Chara is a young adult looking to make a life writing fun stories that are always about something important. Mina spends most of her spare time drawing her characters and worrying. Also she has a real cute dog, and finds it weird to write about herself in the third person.

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Holding Out for You by Anna Paige – Review by Sara Oxton

Holding Out for YouHolding Out for You by Anna Paige
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Holding Out For You by Anna Paige a five-star read you don’t want to hold out for, you need to get reading. I have loved reading this author before, but this one just went to the next level, I was an emotional wreck after reading this one, I was so emotionally invested in this story, I felt like it was a part of the equation. Be warned that when you start this story, you will not be able to put it down for nothing, I didn’t even get up to refill my wine glass I was so into this story. Ashton Hunter and Blair Martell will make you feel their passion, heat and pain they will wring every emotion out of you and make you feel each and every word of the page. Do not miss this amazing read.

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P.A.W.S. (The P.A.W.S. Saga, Book 1) by Debbie Manber Kupfer – Review by Sara Oxton

P.A.W.S.P.A.W.S. by Debbie Manber Kupfer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

P.A.W.S. by Debbie Manber Kupfer a five-star read that will whisk you away. This is the first novel in the P.A.W.S. Saga and if you like a paranormal YA story then you won’t go wrong with this one, it has a little something for everyone. Miri is a great character and one that will take you along with her on her journey. What a journey that it is, after a life of secrets and reveals she will wow you with her strength. After loosing her Omama she could just give up, but she doesn’t, the silver charm keeps her stronger than she can imagine in more ways than she can imagine as well. All I can say is bring on number two, I needs more Partnership in my life.

 

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Endless Night (Dylan Hart Book 2) by R.M. Gilmore – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Endless Night (Dylan Hart #2)Endless Night by R.M. Gilmore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series and I loved it just as much if not more than the first book. One of the things I enjoy about this author’s writing is how she creates details that make me feel as if I am part of the story. I have no problem connecting with the characters. If you have not read the first book, I highly suggest it as it will help get to know the characters more. The lovable Dylan is back in this story and headed to New Orleans this time. She is dealing with vampires and this time we add voodoo and curses to it. Dylan is still my favorite with the sassy attitude and humor it really just makes her a well rounded character. I highly recommend this must read book and this series.

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Holding Out for You by Anna Paige – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Holding Out for YouHolding Out for You by Anna Paige
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a new age adult story that I loved from the beginning until the last page. This is an author that is fast becoming one of my go to when I need a good romance story This is a well written story that has characters that are full of heart and they make the story realistic. Blair’s brother’s best friend, Ashton, has been a person that she cannot stand as they were growing up. Ashton has always thought of Blair as a bratty and complicated. Now that they are adults, this could change everything for them. With hidden feelings, could the hatred for each other really be something more? I loved the banter and chemistry between them. They made the story flow into what this story is, a real page turner. I highly recommend their story, you won’t regret picking up this book.

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The Finder of the lucky Devil (The Lucky Devil series Book 1) by Megan Mackie – Review by Kerry Chalmers

The Finder of the Lucky Devil (Lucky Devil Series Book 1)The Finder of the Lucky Devil by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Finder Of The Lucky Devil. By Megan Mackie. The only thing more dangerous than using your magic to help a cybernetic spy find a missing criminal, is being the criminal he’s looking for…

Rune (Anna) is hiding in plain sight, after her and her husband were caught for embezzlement. Rune inherited a magical bar from her late Aunt and she hides her powers under the ruse that all spells are her late aunts doing. Then along come St Benedict and her whole world turns upside down. I truly enjoyed this story it captivated me from the beginning, such a unique tale that will have you guessing throughout. I would highly recommend.

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Hail Mary by Hope Anika – Review by Anna Hirsch

Hail MaryHail Mary by Hope Anika
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hail Mary by Hope Anika
5 Stars

Hail Mary kept me enthralled until the very end. It s the first book that I have read from this author and definitely won’t be the last. Hope Anika is an excellent writer who can easily weave multiple plots into one captivating story. Filled with mystery, romance and characters you’ll fall in love with, this is a romantic thriller that you don’t want to miss.

Wynn is a snarky, independent woman who, given her past, doesn’t trust anyone. She owns a farm with a boarding house. Her tenants are all elderly and she cares for them as if they were family. Trying to keep her head above water, she cares for them the best that she can.

Beau is a former DEA agent. After getting seriously injured and losing his wife, he returns to the county and becomes the new sheriff. Realizing that the bank was robbed by one of Wynn’s tenants, he meets the headstrong and beautiful woman. Sparks fly and the chemistry is electric. Meanwhile a serial killer strikes again and shoots fear into the hearts of the people. Beau has his plate full all while trying to battle his demons.

The author managed to keep me guessing until the end. It’s not often that I can’t figure out who done it. The story captivated me with its unique characters, suspense and humour. I definitely recommend this book.

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Endless Night (Dylan Hart Book 2) by R.M. Gilmore

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After accepting an invitation from an old acquaintance, Dylan finds herself in the center of New Orleans.
When a new foe makes herself known, the romance of her evening is halted.
New information comes to light and the battle for survival begins.
“Reality bites. I bite harder.”

~ AMAZON ~

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Holding Out for You by Anna Paige

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My big brother was my favorite person in the world.

He was my friend, my ally, my protector all my life.

Everyone loved him, looked up to him almost as much as me.

My big brother’s best friend, though?

He was my nemesis, my tormentor, my least favorite person on earth.

Ashton Hunter was a complete jerk.

And yet, like my brother, everyone loved him.

Not me, though.

No way.

Not after a lifetime of his snide comments and not-so-subtle jabs.

Years of treating me like the bratty little sister he barely tolerated.

But I refused to let him deter me from seeing my brother.

I’d just have to ignore him.

Like I always had.

Or—more accurately—like I always pretended to.

I was used to pretending when it came to Ash.

But some feelings refuse to stay hidden forever.

***

My best friend was better than all the other friends on earth.

Hands down.

My partner in crime, my ride or die, my brother in every way that counted.

His little sister, though?

She was an entirely different story.

Blair Martell was…complicated.

Where her brother acted like she was made of glass,

I tried to make her shatter.

When others bowed to her wishes,

I challenged every word out of her pouty little mouth.

She wasn’t meant to be on some pedestal.

And I made sure she knew it.

Maybe she hated me for the way I treated her,

But I knew exactly what she needed.

Even when she didn’t know.

And after so many years of biding my time,

I was finally going to be the man to give it to her.

~ AMAZON ~

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She lives in a rural town in North Carolina where the only activity is the rhythmic color change of the solitary stoplight and a very real threat of being carried away by mosquitoes. The only alternative to terminal boredom is writing, making life interesting if only on the page.

Anna is happily married, with one amazing son and a pair of hilarious pets. When she’s not writing, she’s trying to make a dent in her TBR pile. Given that she’s constantly adding new titles to the list, the chances of her ever finishing are slim.

And she’s completely fine with that

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Love is What You Bake of it (The Meraki Series Book 1) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Erica Fish

Love is What You Bake of it (Meraki, #1)Love is What You Bake of it by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute story by Effie Kammenou. Her plot line is great and she paints a picture with her descriptive details. Her characters are sound and complex. I feel like I am right there with Kally. It is funny to read about the character family members and how they are meddlers. Kally is a successful woman. Then Max comes into her bakery. Her life is a little more difficult now that Max has come into her bakery. I recommend you read this story to find out about Kally’s decision.

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Music Man (Romance in Rehoboth #1) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Erica Fish

Music Man (Romance in Rehoboth Book 1)Music Man by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

K.L. Montgomery always has the best plot lines and characters. I am never disappointed when I pick up her books. Her characters are complex and many layers go into their personas. They are so real and I personally feel like I am in the story with them.The plot line is one that could happen in everyday life. To be honest that is one reason why I love reading K.L. Montgomery’s books. Who can honestly say that they did not fall for a music man? Even if it was just a crush. Jack’s story is just that. He is a musician man but also a single dad. Claire is that girl. She just had a milestone birthday and has fallen for her “Music Man”. What will become of the relationship with Jack and Claire? I highly recommend you reading this story to find out.

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License to Bite: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 1) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Bobbi Wagner

License to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #1)License to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in this author’s new series, I enjoyed it from beginning to end. I have read other books by this author but this one is my favorite. Jane and her friends went on a girl’s trip that turned out differently than what she expected. She meets Ethan who is a vampire that thinks she is his former love and he turns her. But now she is faced with figuring out how to be a vampire to get her license before it turns deadly for her. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I enjoyed these characters. They made the story feel realistic and I had no problem connecting with them. The chemistry between Jane and Ethan was great. What will happen between Jane and Ethan?

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Love is What You Bake of it (The Meraki Series Book 1) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Love is What You Bake of it (Meraki, #1)Love is What You Bake of it by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not my first book by this author but it is my favorite. It is a sweet second chance romance that is written with lots of heart and soul. The characters are well developed and made the story feel realistic. I had no problem connecting with them and could easily see them as friends. Kally has loved and lost, now she feels she is unworthy of love until he walks into her life. Content with her business, she wonders about Max and if he is worth it all? I enjoyed watching them grow together throughout the story plus their chemistry is great. Will Kally take a risk at love again? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens with them.

 

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Love is What You Bake of it (The Meraki Series Book 1) by Effie Kammenou

 

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Genre – Contemporary Romance

Page Count – 263 pages

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The only love Kally Andarakis is baking is in the form of the sweet treats she whips up in her café, The Coffee Klatch.

Kally never believed herself to be a person worthy of love, but when an intoxicating man she considered out of her league pursues her, she risks everything to be with him. Later, when tragedy strikes, truths are revealed that leave Kally brokenhearted and untrusting.

Eight years later, Kally is a successful pastry chef running the café she’d always dreamed of owning. With a home of her own, a profession she’s passionate about, and the support and love of friends and family, Kally is content with the life she has carved out for herself.

Until the day Max Vardaxis walks into her café…

With arguing parents, meddling relatives, an overly energetic grandmother, a man-crazy best friend, and the long ago, mysterious disappearance of a grandfather, this new man in town is just one more complication in Kally’s life, if not the main one.

Kally must now decide whether to keep her heart safe or to once again take a ‘whisk on love.’

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Effie Kammenou is a believer that it is never too late to chase your dreams, follow your heart, or change your career. She is proof of that. At one time, long ago, she’d hoped that by her age, she would have had an Oscar in her hand after a successful career as an actor. Instead, she worked in the optical field for 40 years while raising her two daughters.

 

In 2015, three years after the death of her mother from pancreatic cancer, she published her debut novel, Evanthia’s Gift, book one in a women’s fiction, multigenerational love story and family saga, inspired by her mother and her Greek heritage. Kammenou continues to pick her father’s brain for stories of his family’s life in Lesvos, Greece, and their journey to America. Her interview with him was published in the nationally circulated magazine Reminisce.

 

Evanthia’s Gift: Book One in The Gift Saga was a 2016 finalist in the Readers Favorite Book Awards.  Waiting for Aegina: Book Two in The Gift Saga was awarded finalist status in the 2019 International Book Awards and Chasing Petalouthes, the last book in the trilogy, had also placed in the Readers Favorite Book Awards for the 2018 contest.

Her latest novel, the first book in a new contemporary romance series, is now complete. Love is What You Bake of It, follows Kally’s path to independence despite her sometimes stifling family and her tumultuous road to finding love. But it wouldn’t be a Kammenou novel without a delve into the past, or the references to mouth-watering foods.

 

Effie Kammenou is a first-generation Greek-American who lives on Long Island with her husband and two daughters. When she’s not writing or posting recipes on her food blog, aptly named cheffieskitchen, you can find her entertaining family and friends or traveling for ‘research.’

 

As an avid cook and baker, a skill she learned from watching her Athenian mother, she incorporated traditional Greek family recipes throughout the books for a little extra ‘flavor.’

 

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Theater Arts from Hofstra University.

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Anne by Zarina Macha – Review by Erica Fish

AnneAnne by Zarina Macha
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I will warn you if abuse of a child is a sensitive topic this book may be hard for you to read. Anne grew up in what appears to be a perfect home on the outside, but behind the door another tail is told. Anne is taken to her Aunt’s house but because she has been home schooled, school is tough. She is sent to a boarding school. This is when it becomes rough for Anne. In this story, Anne is a confused teenager. Zarina Macha does an amazing job with this difficult subject. Her plot line is engaging and I fell in love with the characters. I recommend this story and a box of kleenex.

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Age of Secrets (The Druid’s Brooch Series Book 8) by Christy Nicholas – Review Carrie Reed

Age of Secrets (Druid's Brooch: #8)Age of Secrets by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

I love this series. This is not my typical genre but ever since I have started this series, I have been completely invested. The details of the adventures, the way the story is told and how each character is described really makes me feel like I am inside the story with them. In this book we meet Fingin and his 2 companions Sean and Bran. They are on a journey to find Fingin’s grandmother who may or may not be real. The friendships that are forged, the adventures that are had, the obstacles they face, make for an awesome story that you will not want to stop. This book can be read as a stand alone but honestly starting from the beginning is the best and it is completely worth it.

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License to Bite: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 1) by Carrie Pulkinen

 

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Genre – Paranormal Romance

Page Count – 164 pages

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Drinking blood sucks.

Governor’s daughter Jane Anderson is used to getting what she wants. When a girls’ trip to Mardi Gras thrusts her into the arms—and fangs—of New Orleans’ hottest vampire, he gifts her with immortality, super strength, and a complexion to die for.

There’s only one tiny problem. Jane faints at the sight of blood.

When Ethan Devereaux meets Jane, his cold, lifeless heart learns to beat again. Convinced she’s his late fiancée reincarnated, he turns her, claiming her as his own. But when Jane wakes up dead in Ethan’s attic, she’s loud, obnoxious, and downright ornery. He doesn’t know if he should kiss her or stake her, but one thing’s for certain…

She is so not his long-lost love.

But Ethan turned her, so he’s stuck with her. Jane has three weeks to learn the ways of the vampire and get her license, or she’ll be staked. If Ethan can’t help her overcome her aversion to blood, his undead life might also be on the line.

Join the supes of New Orleans Nocturnes as they lighten up the darker side of the Big Easy in this fast, steamy romantic comedy.

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Carrie Pulkinen is a paranormal romance author who has always been fascinated with things that go bump in the night. Of course, when you grow up next door to a cemetery, the dead (and the undead) are hard to ignore. Pair that with her passion for writing and her love of a good happily-ever-after, and becoming a paranormal romance author seems like the only logical career choice. 

 

Before she decided to turn her love of the written word into a career, Carrie spent the first part of her professional life as a high school journalism and yearbook teacher. She loves good chocolate and bad puns, and in her free time, she likes to read, drink wine, and travel with her family.

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Hail Mary by Hope Anika – Review by Erica Fish

Hail MaryHail Mary by Hope Anika
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Let me catch my breath. This book had me on the edge of my seat, standing up, yelling at the kindle and totally shocked at times. If you want a good read that gets your mind going this would be a good one. Hope Anika has created a story that gets your adrenaline going. The characters are complex and engaging. The plot line twists and turns like a roller coaster, not to mention that the action is great. There is a bank robbery that small town sheriff Beau has to catch the robbers. Enter in Wynn who has her past with law enforcement, on the wrong side but hey that makes her character work. Let’s throw in a murder into the mix and the small time is needing answers. I highly recommend this book. You will have to see what Beau and Wynn find out about what the heck is going on.

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Of Magic & Scales by Natalina Reis – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Of Magic and ScalesOf Magic and Scales by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. This is a M/M romance-suspense story that I couldn’t put down until the last page. I was pulled in right from the beginning. This is not my first book by this author but it is my favorite. It is a well written developed story that has characters that bring the story to life. There are twists and turns that kept me turning the pages just waiting to see what would happen next. Aiden and Neal’s chemistry was awesome. Will they figure out their relationship before they become victims of murder? Bodies are piling up, you don’t want to miss this book. I highly recommend this must read book.

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Indebted to the Vampire (The House of Durand Book 1) by Erin Bedford – Review by Carrie Reed

Indebted to the VampiresIndebted to the Vampires by Erin R. Bedford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!!

I love paranormal romance, and this book is so different from any others that I have read before. The characters are perfect, and I really like when each chapter tells me whose point of view the story is from. The chemistry between the characters is definitely there and the story is enticing. There are so many humorous scenarios as well. Piper is sassy and spunky and some of her quips are amusing, but at some points I wish she would just stay quiet for her own good. The six brothers all seem protective over her, knowing she is nothing like any of the other maids they have had before, she is not throwing herself at one or all of them. When their older vampire friend Valentine comes to visit, he takes a liking to Piper and now it seems like shit is about to hit the fan, and that is where we leave off with book one. I was so wrapped up in this story I was surprised when it ended. I can’t wait to read the next book of this series and look forward to seeing what becomes of Piper and which brother she ends up with…
I would highly recommend this book!

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Indebted to the Vampires (The House of Durand Book 1) by Erin Bedford – Review by Anna Hirsch

Indebted to the VampiresIndebted to the Vampires by Erin R. Bedford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Indebted to the Vampires (The House of Durand Book 1) by Erin Bedford
4 Stars

Piper is in desperate need of a job. When the temp agency sends her on this one, she’s not too happy to be a maid but takes it anyway. The live in position will help her stop living in her car. Cleaning house for a bunch of stuck up rich folk can’t be that bad, right? Stepping into the mansion was like stepping back in time. A butler even greeted her upon arrival. Unfortunately her clumsiness got the better of her and a Qing Dynasty vase became her victim. Piper becomes indebted to not one but five drop dead gorgeous brothers who will do anything to guard their secrets.

The thing that I liked the best about this book is that it’s a slow burn reverse harem. Piper had multiple fantasies about each throughout the book but nothing really happened. The buildup of anticipation is escalating and book two should be fantastic. Piper is headstrong, stubborn and klutzy. She becomes an interesting challenge to the Durand brothers. Each brother is unique in character, I loved them all. My favourite is probably Antoine. When those two connect, it will be electric. I gobbled up the story and before I knew it, I was finished the book. It ends on a cliffhanger which sucks but now I’m anticipating book two. I need to find out what happens. This is the first book that I have read from this author and I enjoyed her writing. I will definitely be searching for more books from her.
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