Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie Tale by Danielle Ackley-McPhail and Day Al-Mohamed – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie TaleBaba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie Tale by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“Come, Best Beloved, and sit you by my feet. I shall tell you a tale such as sister Scheherazade could have scarce imagined”. Ali bin-Massoud is living in England away from his desert home as he serves as an apprentice to the famed Charles Babbage. Then one night a mysterious box is delivered by a clockwork falcon and Ali’s world is never the same again. Ali has been summoned home on the death of his father and as he makes his journey home he faces much danger, heartache and has to battle thieves. The journey takes all his faith, knowledge and his skill with steam-driven technology, and with a little love he realises his destiny. Ali also has to solve the mystery of the puzzle box and the clockwork djinn as an ancient legacy and his life are at stake.
I found this to be an intriguing read, I liked how the authors wove the retelling of the faerie tale into a new story with a steampunk vibe. The characters were well defined and I fell in love with Ali and I felt invested in his journey and adventures as he looked for answers and returned home. The world Ali lived in was wonderfully created by the authors and I felt totally immersed in this world, I could see, smell, and feel what he did. I’ve not read a steampunk genre book before, however I enjoyed this one and although it was a different type of story for me personally it is one which I am glad I have read as it was an original story and it definitely had me hooked from beginning to end.

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Sex-O-S;The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (Italian Teens, Novel 2, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (The Italian Saga, #4)Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sex-O-S
The Tragicomic Adventure
of an Italian Surviving the First Time
By Gaia B Amman
☆☆☆☆
This could probably be the best YA story for teens and their raging hormones.
Leda and Nico are the best of the best friends. She is the Tomboy and he is the bad boy. But is he really a bad boy? Is she really a tomboy? These teens are about to find out! This is the best true story about growing through the teen years. You will laugh on one page and cry on the next. At least I did. This story has an Italian twist to it as well. But all things are not the expected fairytale. Getting through those teen years has unanswered questions, unexpected trials and hurt feelings.

Gaia B Amman has researched and wrote this story for the YA teens out in the world. She answers questions that nobody wants. As well as following these young teens as they grow into adults. I love the characters in this story. They just fit! Gaia B Amman has done a great job with this story. Thank you!

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

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

I really enjoyed reading “Love Is What You Bake of It,” by Effie Kammenou! I think what I loved most about it was how realistic the characters were. Life is a mess, and so are the lives of the main characters, Kally and Max. Their stories are full of hurt, struggles, and betrayals, but there’s always still hope. This was such a heartwarming read and I thought the recipes sprinkled throughout the book were great! I’m excited to read more from this author!

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Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie Tale by Danielle Ackley-McPhail and Day Al-Mohamed – Review by Finn Cunningham

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Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie TaleBaba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie Tale by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have always been a huge fan of both faerie tales an anything steampunk so if you are also a fan, i definitely recommend this book! I love this book from the second i opened it all the way to the very last word. As a retelling of the story of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, it is very well written and I wholeheartedly recommend this book! The characters really brought this book to life, and i just could not put this book down! I look forward to reading more from these two authors!

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Sex-O-S; The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (Italian Teens, novel 2, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Kayla Interdonato

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Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (The Italian Saga, #4)Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (Italian Teens, novel 2, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B. Amman was a beautifully written novel about a crucial moment in Leda’s teenage life. Based in Italy during the 1990’s, the story starts when Leda was 15. She is in a relationship with her best friend Nico. Nico doesn’t have the best track record and everyone sees him as a bad boy, but not Leda. She is crazy about him and claims he has changed for her. Obviously he’s eager to be with her intimately but Leda isn’t sure if she’s ready for her first time. Questions and worry start filling her head.

I truly felt for Leda through this novel, going through teenage years is never easy, especially as a woman. So many questions and uncertainty and then you throw boys into the mix. I loved Leda for her fierce, head strong personality. Even though this novel deals with very real and emotional topics, teenage sex, insecurities, and eating disorders, the author did it in a very tasteful way. I’m sure many teenage girls could see aspects of this novel in their own lives, and they might even learn a thing or two about themselves along the way.

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Sex-O-S ; The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time ( Italian Teens, novel 2, Italian Saga) By Gaia B. Amman – Review by Caralee Loonat

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (Italian Teens, novel 2, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B. Amman
4 Stars!!!!

Well I like finding new authors. This is the first book from this author that I have read and it was definitely different and refreshing. I found myself being transported into the main character Lee. I felt as though I was her and all the drama and events were happening to me. I was glued to the pages and couldn’t wait to see what would happen.

I would say that this is a great first person view of being a teenager and the roller coaster of love and relationships. I found that the author made it very insightful. The life of a teenager can be quite complex and this book definitely was a great look into that world. First loves and first relationships can all be very complex and this book brings the reader into that complex emotional time. The drama and complexities of relationships, family and just being a teenager really shine through in this book. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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

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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

Love is What You Bake of it by Effie Kammenou book one of The Meraki Series. The book was so good, I found it hard to put down at times. I really enjoyed following Kally and Max’s story.

Kally is caring and independent. She is very passionate about baking which she shows with how she runs her cafe. She’s also not had such a great past and unfortunately for Max, she lets her past guide her and she doesn’t trust easily. Kally is satisfied in life. She has her friends, family and the cafe. She couldn’t possibly need anything else. Until Max shows up. He is attracted to her from the start but also realizes she doesn’t trust him and maybe won’t ever trust him. Will Max be able to convince Kally to take a chance on him?

My emotions were definitely on a rollercoaster while reading this book. You can’t help but want these characters to be happy. It’s easy to get invested in their lives. I couldn’t help but want to know what would happen next. I couldn’t put it down!

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Humiliating Revenge: Contemporary Young Adult Romance by T. Christensen – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Humiliating Revenge: Contemporary Young Adult Romance
By T. Christensen
5 out of 5 stars

I loved reading the story Humiliating Revenge: Contemporary Young Adult Romance by T. Christensen. It pulled me in from the beginning and didn’t let me go until the final page. It is a book that had me turning pages to find out what was going to happen next. It is the story of Olivia Crawford and Calum Breen. Olivia is a woman who doesn’t have many she can call friends. She is the woman known for dumping Calum. Calum is a man who is in the MMA world. He is going to enjoy the payback that he is determined to give Olivia. He is on a path of revenge. What happens next has him wondering if everything is as it appears to be. This is a story that had my emotions going up and down the entire time I was reading it. There are times when I was angry and sad. There are others when I couldn’t help but feel for the characters of Oliva and Calum and wanted them to find happiness. The bantering that goes on between Calum and Oliva shows the conflict between them. There are also some very steamy scenes in the book as well. Don’t miss out on a story that is addictive, entertaining, and hard to put down. I highly recommend reading it.

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How (Stalker Series Book 3) by Megan Mitcham – Review by Laura Furuta

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How (Stalker Series, 3)How by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

How (Stalker Series Book 3)
By Megan Mitcham
5 out of 5 stars

The story How (Stalker Series Book 3) by Megan Mitcham is the next thrilling book in an amazing series that I have loved reading since the first story. It pulled me in and didn’t let me go until the final page. There is mystery, danger, and romance. I loved reading about the character of Libby Irish. She is an FBI Special Agent who is good at her job. She is intelligent, independent, and stubborn. She is a woman who says what she means. After her bust of a weapon ring, she is expecting to receive the respect that she deserves. Instead, a picture is released, and she finds herself in a media frenzy. Then suspicious events begin to occur. Who could be behind them? How much danger is Libby in? Who is the stalker that has Libby in their sites? Read this book to find out. Libby’s character is one that I grew to care about with each chapter that I read. I couldn’t help but root for her to find out who is behind the events happening to her. Another interesting character is her neighbor. A mysterious character to be sure. This story is written in such a way that I felt like I was right there with the characters. This book had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. There are romantic moments as well. Don’t miss out on a story that is entertaining, suspenseful, and will have you turning pages. I highly recommend reading it.

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Be Brave with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 1) by CA Miconi – Review by Laura Furuta

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Be Brave With Me (Finding Love In Green Springs Book 1)Be Brave With Me by J.B. Havens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Be Brave with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 1)
By CA Miconi
5 out of 5 stars

The story Be Brave with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 1) by CA Miconi is a wonderful romance book. It pulled me in right from the beginning and didn’t let me go until I had finished the final page. I loved reading about the characters of Meg and Drew. Meg is a woman who is on a journey. After tragedy struck, she has found herself going from place to place. Then she meets Drew. Drew is a man whose entire life changes with a tragic accident. He finds himself living a lonely life. Then he meets Meg. Both Meg and Drew’s past haunts them. They also find chemistry and a connection between them. There are emotions/feelings involved. Will Meg stop her running and stay with Drew? What does the future hold for Drew and Meg? Read this book to find out. This is a story that had my emotions going up and down the entire time I was reading. There are heartbreaking and heartwarming moments. I grew to care about what happens to Meg and Drew with each chapter that I read. I wanted them to be happy. I also enjoyed reading about the additional characters that are introduced in the story. This book had moments when I had misty eyes and scenes that tugged at my heart. Don’t miss out on an amazing story. I highly recommend reading it.

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Be Brave with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 1) by CA Miconi – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Be Brave With Me (Finding Love In Green Springs Book 1)Be Brave With Me by J.B. Havens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. This is my first book by these authors and I will be looking for more. This is a well developed story that has characters that pop off the pages and into your heart. They made the story feel real. I had no problem connecting with them which helped with making the story engaging. I was pulled into this story right from the beginning. Meg is a person who has lost everyone and is running from her past. She stops in this small town, she may find more than she realizes here. Drew has become comfortable in his simple life even though it is lonely. There is instant chemistry with these two when they meet. He recognizes something in her that he wants to heal. Will he help her heal or have to let her go? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what fate has in store for these two.

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How (Stalker Series Book 3) by Megan Mitcham – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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How (Stalker Series, 3)How by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. This is the third book in this series and can be read as a standalone. I highly suggest reading the previous two books as well, they are just as good. This author continues to impress me on her writing skills and attention to details. I was pulled into the story right from the beginning. This is a fast paced, engaging story that made me feel as if I was right there with the characters. I had no problem connecting to the characters. They brought a story of action, edge sitting suspense, and even a little romance. This is a story about a stalker, a photo that has spread viral and an FBI agent that will stop at nothing to protect those she loves. I highly recommend this book and this author. Find out how far this agent will go!

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The Seal of Solomon – Lilandra’s Reeves Adventure (Supernatural Intelligence Agency Book 2) by Nadine Travers – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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The Seal of Solomon: A Lilandra Reeves Adventure (Supernatural Intelligence Agency: World Book 2)The Seal of Solomon: A Lilandra Reeves Adventure by Nadine Travers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
The Seal of Solomon – Lilandra’s Reeves Adventure (Supernatural Intelligence Agency Book 2) by Nadine Travers is a story that will grab your attention from the beginning and doesn’t let go till the end. I found myself lost in the pages and on the edge of my seat trying to figure out what happens next. Theres plenty of action, drama, suspense and magic to keep you turning the pages. Lilandra , she’s a witch warrior specialist who in one of her past missions got her soul mate killed. Then there’s Donovan who has a deal for her, he can give her the one thing she wanted buts he needs to help him first. Why are these magical items so wanted? Find out what happens next in this must read. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Sunshine KissesSunshine Kisses by Elaine Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella Book 2) by Elaine Marie is a beautiful romance story that is a quick read but a good read. It is a friend to lovers’ tale that will make your heartache but also heart melt. I fell in love with the characters and was cheering them on every step of the way. But love was not meant to be easy when one of them is a stubborn a*** woman who believes she can do everything herself. Elaine is a new author to me, and I must say this story is well written and I will be looking for more from her but now I must go on the hunt for the first book in the series.

 

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How (Stalker Series Book 3) by Megan Mitcham

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FBI Special Agent Libby Irish thrives off the constant pressure of proving herself in a male-dominated workplace. After she busts a notorious weapons ring, she thinks she’ll finally get the respect she deserves. When a photo of her curvy figure in front of the guns goes viral, the media frenzy that follows only makes her the laughing stock of her division. Between unwanted fan mail, a feral cat attack, and the flashing cameras, she almost doesn’t notice that someone has been rearranging small items in her house.
Her first suspicions fall on her drop-dead-gorgeous neighbor who regrettably seems to be missing a few screws. But when tragedy strikes next door and her neighbor offers to help her track down the stalker, she discovers a whole new side to him she never expected. As Libby’s stalker grows bolder, the pair must work together to catch him before his game of cat and mouse takes a deadly turn.
How is the third standalone book in a high-octane series of psychological suspense thrillers. If you like strong female leads, shocking twists, and hot romance, then you’ll love Megan Mitcham’s tale of passion and madness.
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Humiliating Revenge: Contemporary Young Adult Romance by T. Christensen

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Olivia Crawford was ‘famous’ for being the rich, snooty, spoiled town princess. Ever since she could remember girls whispered and pointed at her. Boys gawked at her, but didn’t dare approach her.

Now she was in college, in the same town, with the same people who never forgave her for callously dumping the boy who had become the town celebrity.

Calum Breen was the adored, easy-going, captivating high school athlete. He didn’t know who Olivia was at first and then he didn’t give a damn. He pursued her until he had her, and then Olivia made it crystal clear her uppity reputation was more than deserved. His humiliation and anger, at her hands, drove him to the MMA. Now he was back to prove who was better than who.

He was no longer the gullible, love struck boy; he was a hardened man who had learned to defend himself. And he was going to enjoy teaching Olivia how sweet payback is.

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Christensen has been addicted to reading ever since she read her first romance book in middle school. When different characters and scenes started invading her brain she would write them down and put it away. Gradually she took the steps to give them a beginning, middle, and a happily ever after. It has been a long time dream to have her stories published.has been a lifelong resident of South Dakota. Occasionally she ventures out, but being at home, with her family, is always the best place to be. Reading a romance novel is still the best reward at the end of the day.

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Be Brave with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 1) by CA Miconi

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Meg

Meg always thought she was strong until tragedy struck—twice. Now she’s alone in the world. For six months, she’s been running from her demons, never staying in one place for long, until she lands in Green Springs, Mississippi.

Drew

Drew was the golden boy of Green Springs, destined for football greatness. After a tragic accident, it all went to hell in an instant, forever changing his life. He clawed his way out of a pit of despair and settled into a comfortable but lonely life. Sparks fly when Meg comes rolling into town. Immediately, he recognizes the pain hiding behind her brash exterior.

Drew wants to help her heal. Meg wants to flee to continue searching for peace. Is she brave enough to stay? Is he brave enough to let her go?

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CA Miconi began reading at the age of five and has never stopped. Her childhood was filled with multiple readings of Gone with the Wind, the ultimate tragic romance. CA got her own happily ever after when she married her retired military hero, Gary, in 2010. She began her author services company, Lucky 13, in 2015 as a result of her love of reviewing, sharing, and talking about her favorite books, mostly romantic suspense and stories featuring strong alpha heroes, especially law enforcement and military. CA also hosts and sponsors author and reader events, and never dreamed she’d one day attend as a signing author. When she’s not reading, writing, or working with authors, CA enjoys traveling, spending time with her grandchildren, boating, motorcycling, and cheering on her beloved Baltimore Ravens.

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Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie – Review by Angela Hayes

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Sunshine KissesSunshine Kisses by Elaine Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) is by Elaine Marie. I am a little upset that I hadn’t discovered Elaine Marie before now, because I have been missing out on some wonderful stories- as this is my first read by her.
I discovered here that Elaine Marie has a warm and inviting style to her writing- she tells a captivating story full of emotion, relatability, and meaningful moments. Her characters are fully developed individuals- who really brought this story to ‘life’.
This is a vacation fling/friends to lovers romance, full of emotional moments, drama, angst, friendship, love, and medical crises. The story had my emotions all over the place- laughing in places, while welling up with tears in other scenes. While it did take me a little while to warm to Crystal, Elaine Marie soon won me over and had me rooting for her the rest of the way through. I really felt for what she was going through and having to deal with- then add Spencer into the mix and I was hooked.
When Crystal receives some dire news from her doctor, she decides to make the most of her friend’s destination wedding- by enjoying herself and making memories to remember. Part of her plan includes letting her hair down and having a wild, unforgettable fling. What she doesn’t expect is that her ‘fling’ will end up being with her long-time best friend, Spencer. But what happens when their vacation is over, and they head back to ‘reality’? What happens when everything is revealed? What will Spencer do? Will love overcome in the end? This is certainly worth the read to find out!
A wonderful story about how love can overcome anything!
Looking forward to more from Elaine Mare, that’s for sure!

Thank you, Elaine Marie!

 

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Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Sunshine KissesSunshine Kisses by Elaine Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series and I enjoyed it. This author is well written and i enjoyed the main characters in this book alot. Crystal is our MC and she decided that living life like there’s no tomorrow is how she wants to start lining. She grew so much throughout the story I really connected with her and adored her. And in comes Spencer. He’s has a thing for Crystal for years and when they’re brought together will he finally get his long awaited chance with her and a HEA? Go get this novella to find out, its perfect for an afternoon read!
I am looking forward to reading more by this author and I would recommend it to anyone that likes romance!

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Turn up the Tempo (Lyrical Odyssey Rock Star Series Book 4) by Charli B Rose – Review by Heather Lovelace

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Turn up the Tempo (Lyrical Odyssey Rock Star series, #4)Turn up the Tempo by Charli B. Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book moves!! The chemistry between the main characters will singe your fingers. Romance lovers – this is a must read! I loved the ebb and flow. It felt like a song to me. This stands well on its own but I do believe the storyline as a whole is best enjoyed when read in series order. Hands down a great story and series!

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Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie – Review by Heather Lovelace

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Sunshine KissesSunshine Kisses by Elaine Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novella packs a punch! Emotional and poignant, the author does a beautiful job immediately connecting the reader to the characters and storyline. I read this is one sitting and loved every page. This will be something I pick up again soon to enjoy. Loved it.

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Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie Tale by Danielle Ackley-McPhail and Day Al-Mohamed – Review by Faith Jackson

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Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie TaleBaba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie Tale by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love to use my imagination when reading books like these as I travel to other places, new and exciting. This book takes us into a magical place and teaches us some valuable lessons along the way. Prepare to be taken away as sister Scheherazade could have scarce couldn’t have dreamed of. A tale of glorious, afflicting, tenacity and of course a great tale of devotion.
As they sleep through the night to tale sweet little lies, their truth comes out in daybreak. In ancient times, there was such a thing as corruption spanned through the desert.
Ali bin-Massoud is on assignment in England far from his home as a pupil to Charles Babbage. A clockwork falcon drops off a peculiar box but it changes Ali’s life in unexpected ways. Distress, endangerment, and poachers are on his trek as Ali is summoned home for the death of his father.
It will take conviction, comprehension, devotion and serendipity and more than a little mastery with steam-driven automation. Can he unravel the mystery of the puzzle box and the clockwork djinn before time runs out? An ancient patrimony and Ali’s very life depend on his victory.

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

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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

What a delicious way to read a book! Love Is What You Bake of It is written by, Effie Kammenou. This is the first in the Meraki series. This cute little Greek book follows Kally and Max. Kally loves to bake and it shows through her café. She also hasn’t had the best love life and is kind of scorned by it. So what would any baker do but throw herself into her work. Then Max happens. Max is a police officer, who has just moved back to his hometown after a really messy divorce. Along with him, comes a 6 year old daughter named Athena. The moment Max walked into the bakery, there was no question that there was a great deal of attraction between the both of them. However, Kally’s reluctance has put a halt on anything happening between them. That is until Max decides that he wants to prove to her that they would be good together. So what other than baking do you think might happen here? This book really is great and I would definitely recommend it to others. Plus there are special treats in there for everyone! I won’t spill the beans, you will have to read and find out! I know I will be a happy camper the next time I step into my kitchen!

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

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

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

This is a wonderful romantic read. I enjoyed the recipes that were put in the book, I can’t wait to try them out. Kally and Max have both been hurt in the past and aren’t in a place where they are looking for a relationship. When Max walks into Kally’s bakery for the first time and they see each other the attraction is off the charts. Max makes the decision that he’s going to go for it but Kally is resistant at first but she does have a soft spot for Max’s daughter Athena. The more time these two spend together their chemistry can be felt jumping off the pages. Kally doesn’t trust people and then a situation happens where Kally feels betrayed by Max, which is mostly because her trust issues leave no room for explanations or mistakes. I really enjoyed how there is more than one love story in this book, we hear about her grandmother and grandfather, and also her own mother and father. The author drew me in with such wonderful characters, and a story written about tragedy, love, hope, family and romance. You must read this if you want to find out what happens between these two. I highly recommend this book and I can’t wait to read the next one.

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

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

Love is What You Bake of it (Meraki #1) by Effie Kammenou was a great 5 star read. This was a great start to this series. I was pulled right in from the beginning.

We get an intro to Kally in the prologue where she meets a woman who helps her realize some things. We jump ahead a few years, Kally finally has her own shop regardless of how much her father gripes about it. One day a man walks into her cafe and he comes across very arrogant. But her friend accuses her of always finding the bad in men. I loved her friend.

Kally was hurt very badly so she has some pretty high walls and is not actively looking for a man. However there is something about Max that pulls her in. Will she finally let someone in and get a HEA?

Overall I really enjoyed this read. This greek family reminded me of the movie My Big fat greek wedding. All of the secondary characters were great, the family had me lol at times. We get romance, suspense and so much more. I can’t wait to read more from this series and author. 1-click and get started today.

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Sex-O-S; The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (Italian Teens, novel 2, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Rachel Moss

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Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (The Italian Saga, #4)Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sex-O-S by Gaia B Amman was a great story! I always enjoy reading a Leda story, and this did not disappoint. Full of drama, and boy problems, self introspection, this novel starring Leda focused more on sex. I always chuckle to myself reading these novels, because Leda always overthinks her situations and problems. Great writing, great introspection, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this novel and can’t wait to read more of Leda’s adventures in Italy!

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Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

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Sunshine KissesSunshine Kisses by Elaine Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie

5-Stars

Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie was an emotional and sweet read. I finished this book in one sitting. I was hooked by Crystal’s personality at the start of the novel and the juicy scene of her walking in on her guy friend working out. Nerdy Spencer ended up being a heart throb. I was very curious at the start of what was going on with her and her medical condition. Several scenes in the story had me on the verge of tears and the ending, oh my. I had to fight back tears for a bit but I loved it. This book was addictive and I loved that it was such an emotional read for me. It was excellent. I highly recommend it. Big 5-stars!!!

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Lucifer’s Emblem: A Paranormal Academy Novel (Celestial Academy Book 1) by Sarah Biglow & Molly Zenk – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Lucifer's Emblem (Celestial Academy, #1)Lucifer’s Emblem by Sarah Biglow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoy when Sarah Biglow and Molly Zenk get together to write just about anything but Lucifer’s Emblem has to be one of my favorites. Yes it does start out a touch slow but once things start to take off you feel as if you need to legit hang on for dear life until you reach that final chapter. I really look forward to seeing what will come next in this series from these two. This one has just about everything you could want in a sci-fi feel read. We get angels both good and bad, many adventurous situations and action to keep you enthralled. I love how at times I felt as if I had taken a step into the novel and was right there for the fun and action. This book will definitely take you away so I would give yourself some uninterrupted time to devour it like I did. I am sure you will enjoy the ride! Can’t wait for book two!

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Sex-O-S; The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (Italian Teens, novel 2, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (The Italian Saga, #4)Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sex-O-S is the lateset installment in the coming of age story of Leda. I would recommend that you read these books in order for the maximum enjoyment as it shows us with each one a new stage in her life and all the obstacles that come with said age group. I think for me this one was a bit harder to relate to or just to get into in general but I did overall enjoy the story. Maybe for me it was just the age group of her late teens that we get in this one. It is a confusing age and often we traverse some of the most difficult topics at the same time that our bodies go through a major change as well. I like how real and raw things are in these novels and I will be back to see what will come next for Leda as she continues to find her own way in this world and what that may look like for her.

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Forgotten Truth Trilogy: Book One (The Forgotten Trilogy 1) by Virginia Wine – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Forgotten Truth (Forgotten #1)Forgotten Truth by Virginia Wine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I don’t often have issues getting into a Virginia Wine novel because I have yet to find one by her that I didn’t love to pieces. Forgotten Truth keeps the trend going and has been absolutely in love with the story. Now, I will say just a warning so to speak that this is the first book in a trilogy so expect a cliffhanger that will leave you salivating for book two as soon as you read the last words. I love how this book was yes a start anew after a torrid or tumultuous past but told in a fresh way. Bryer (who doesn’t love this name!) a woman that is struggling to put the pieces of her life back together into a new normal after finding her husband in bed with another woman. Nathan is not the type she expected to intrigue her at first and knows that he too has skeletons in his closet. These two will be faced with not only their pasts but will have to figure out what and how they want the future to look like. The twists and turns that come in this novel will not be ones that you thought they would be and I loved the surprises with them. I look forward to getting my hands on the next book as soon as possible!

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