Red’s Tangled Tale by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a great follow up to the first book. You never know what’s going to happen the classic tale of Little Red Riding Hood completely tangled into a web of curiosity and revenge with a hint of your favourite pirate we all love to hate
Loyalty & Lies by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
this is a fab series and this is the 6th book. Paisley and Calvin are visiting Spicetopia on a retreat. I love how each characters trust level is so high. I like how this book is also dealing with some women’s wishes at a tile where alot of women feel vulnerable add sex into that and its a whole other element. Oo them girls are naughty and nothing like o expected. All I can say is I implore you to read this series.
THE ISTANBUL HEIST: Code Raven 8 by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh My Goodness, Oh My Goodness
Are you ready to Get In, Sit Down, and Read like there is no tomorrow? I still use that phrase to describe this series. I highly recommend this entire series because it is all enjoyable and because you will enjoy all the books and plot-lines more. Lynder Filler is an amazing author,in my humble opinion. She keeps you at the edge of your seat. I know there are points when my heart races because I feel as if I am right there with the characters. I will admit that Luke Raven is my book boyfriend. He does not look for trouble, BUT trouble does come looking for him. Luke has found trouble but is this kind of trouble he can recover from or will this be his last mission? I highly recommend this book and series.
The Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is one of my favorite psychological thrillers I have read recently. Neil MacDonald takes you on a mission that makes you think. This story made me turn the pages just looking for that small glimpse to let me know where I am. The plot-line takes you on a mission that you really need to focus on what is going on around you so you do not lose your mind. The characters are amazing, especially Vince. Vince has been asked to go undercover, which he is a master of, the only thing is he will have to make up this character. He may lose his identity because of how deep he will go undercover. Not only lose himself, but there is the question of whether he follows his heart or his mission. I highly recommend this book. Just be prepared to read it in one sitting.
Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a lovely little book for young children and toddlers. I love how colourful each page is and how the picture resonant with a young mind. It’s nice to have a story what they kids can relate to and Jake is extremely relatable. I love that Jake teaches us we are all different and need to accept each other as we are. This is a short book with a powerful message.
Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Nite Fire series. It started out kind of slow but keep up with it, I promise it is worth it.
Dahliah Nite, a supernautal crime scene cleaner, empathic shapeshifter, fire throwing dragon hybrid; half human half dragon; as known as a Lyrriken. She is exiled from her world, it had been 97 years since she made her escape. She is hiding, or at she is trying to hide. Coming back to the small town even though she had lived there previously can be risky. She is recognized by one human, he believes her to be a vampire and she hasn’t done anything to deter his thinking, the less he knows the better. But when she is put on a case involving fire she knows it was Lyrikken involved, but she doesn’t know why and why so many lives. As she gets deeper into the cases, running to lyrikken trying to figure out who she can trust and who is here to come to cause harm. She is partnered with Officer Evans, neither are good at working together. But has these progress she has to decide who she can trust and solve the murders/fires. But saving Evans after he accidentally stumbled into another world. She has to save him but just how much of the truth can she tell him, he already had suspensions. The book is a really good read it does take time, it is a rollercoaster but I can’t wait to read book 2 to see how the story continues. And what happens with Dahliah and Evans.
Secure Her by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Can Zach keep his feelings under wrap and help Saoirse learning the ways of a Dom/Sub relationship because if this fails, she may become the next victim in this uncover op.
Zach has always had a dominant streak from when he first discover sex and relationships, over the past couple of years he has been looking for a new submissive to play with. When his job in Chase security being critical, but a new assignment comes close to blurring the lines between professional and personal.
Saoirse is determined to bring down the human trafficking ring which has already claimed uncover police woman. When she recruits the help of Chase Security the only man who can help is Master Ice, Zach Wentworth. While they are training she becomes further and further into the lifestyle and discovers more about herself than she maybe prepared to acknowledge.
I have read the first three books and knew what I was getting with this book and it did not disappoint. This story was hard hitting and the subject matter was brilliantly weaved through and I’m glad that Zach has been given his own story. The relationship between the two of them was brilliant watching the dance that the story weave through was a thrilling read.
I loved the fact that Saoirse was an intelligent, smart person within her role in the District Attorney where she is in a relatively male dominant world so she had to be the balls to the wall woman. So when she meets Zach she starts to understand that although in her job she is in charge in her sexual life she wanted to relinquish the power and her pleasure to someone else and learning this for the role she will have to play going forward.
The way the characters develop the relationship was a brilliant read and well developed story, I enjoyed the story from the first word till the last. Although it is part of a series each book can be read as a stand alone book, I can’t wait to read the next instalment within this series.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
Can Dreams Come True? by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Krysten Lindsay Hager has done an amazing job with book one in the Cecily Taylor series. For any one that has, had or will ever have a celebrity or rock star crush this is this book for you. The characters ate so relatable and the plot was amazing. I believe many people can relate to Cecily in his she feels misunderstood and kind of on the outside. If you are older the book will have you reminiscing of a time past and for the young adult reader it is a great coming of age story. Cecily will hit you right in the heart, she will have you falling for your celebrity/rockstar crush all over again. Can’t wait to see what is to come for Cecily.
The Ocean’s Light by Mina Chara
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Ocean’s Light by Mina Chara is the first book in the Blood of the Pirate series. This is a well written young adult book that is full of adventure on every page. I loved that the way the author had written the blurb as it felt like I was going in blind to the book. Because of that it was like I was experiencing everything right there along with the characters. This was an exciting and fast paced story that will really appeal to someone of the genre it is written for. The book was so easy to read and was so enjoyable. I am looking forward to seeing what is next in the series.
Red’s Tangled Tale by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this young adult fantasy story. This is the second book in this series which I would highly suggest reading the first one as it is just as enjoyable. This is a series that takes childhood stories to another level. It is well developed and full of adventure. The characters took me on an adventure and made me feel part of it. They are connectable and kept the story engaging. In this story Red Riding Hood goes hunting for the Big Bad Wolf. Then you add Captain Hook to the plot and they will keep you reading to the end. This is a great story for any young adult. I highly recommend it.
Review by @bjwagner
Loyalty & Lies by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this romance book. This is an author that I have loved reading her books from the first one I picked up. They are hot, steamy and have a great story line. This is the sixth book in this series which I would highly suggest reading from the beginning. It will help your enjoyment of this series. I loved being pulled into the story from the first word. The characters are relatable and keep you turning pages to the end. This is a story about Calvin and Paisley. I first met them in another series and I am happy to see them in this one to see what they are up to. They are celebrating their anniversary and expecting a child. Their relationship soon takes a turn where Paisley thinks she has caught him in a lie. What happens next I highly recommend reading to find out. They are great characters that bring the story to life and really made the story for me. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this story. This is the third book in this series which I would highly suggest reading the previous two books. This is an author I have enjoyed from the first book I picked up of hers. I enjoy being pulled into the story and her attention to details make you feel part of the story. This book is no different. It is a well developed story that is full of action and romance. This is about one night of drinking and letting down your guard to fall for a hot,steamy Navy Seal. Will he be able to save her as she is accused of treason? They are great, relatable characters that I fell in love with. They made the story for me. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
The World Beyond the Walls by Jean Gill
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have read previous works by this author and her work never ceases to amaze me. It’s very intricate and very detailed in the most beautiful of ways. I love everything from the bee element to the action is exciting for the reader to explore. I don’t want to give too much away but I do want to say it’s pretty well written and the story is amazing. Brava, Ms. Jean Gill!
Goddess of Everything: A Blood-Curdling Tale of the Affection of One Mother for Her Son and Her Son’s Struggle for Truth, Freedom, and Love by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Like.. What ?! What in the world did I just read ? Those are my immediate thoughts of this book after turning its last few pages.
Goddess of Everything starts in a cemetery with a young boy and his Mother. You soon realize this woman is not everything she seems on the surface with what transpires at the boys fathers funeral.
This is absolutely the definition of a supernatural, psychological thriller. It’s a newer, often unexplored subject that I don’t feel gets touched on to much. It’s fresh. This book is a wild, crazy, edge of your seat ride to the very end. It most definitely is a blood curdling ride as well with its depictions of child abuse, and murder which I feel should definitely have some trigger warnings involved for a more sensitive audience as it’s definitely an intense read! There are tons of corrupt people involved and it’s hard to really trust anyone throughout the book but I do think Consuela was one of the best in this book. As hard as she tried to open Gabriel’s eyes to the evil that was his mother she remained steadfast and strong for him never aggressive or defensive while she let him fight his own demons and wage his battles inside himself. They fought until the very end which eventually paid off. If you can look past the triggers mentioned and are looking for fresh, albeit hard to read, new subject matter in your thrillers this might be the book for you! It’s an absolute nail bitter.
Loyalty & Lies by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 6th book in the Spicetopia series and these books just keep getting better and better. Even though they are a series they can be read as a standalone as they each focus on a different couple.
This story focuses on Calvin and Paisley. Paisley has always had an adventurous side when it comes to finding pleasure whereas her husband Calvin has more vanilla tastes. Determined to have an open mind and to celebrate their anniversary Calvin books them on a trip to the best adult only theme park Spicetopia. Paisley is so excited about this experience and wants to make the most of it before their baby arrives. Calvin wants to be open minded enough that Paisley can 100% enjoy herself.
However something is wrong. It could just be the pregnancy hormones but in Paisley’s eyes Calvin is taking to this a bit to easily.
Is Calvin hiding secrets from her? Is there lies in her marriage she doesn’t know about? Even though they are madly and completely in love is their relationship strong enough to stand the temptations and experiences Spicetopia throws their way.
Hook’s Little Mermaid by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my first book by Suzanna Lynn. I loved this rendition of Captain Hook and Peter Pan. It was well thought out and clever. You have all the cast you’re used to in the story of Peter Pan, however this gives Captain Hook some background and some footing to be evil really lol. I know that sounds weird but I’m now a Hook fan *Tinkerbell will always be my first love!* I can’t wait for book two! Absolute wonderful read.
The Sun at Twilight by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5 Stars
The Sun at Twilight (Empire at Twilight #4) by N.L. Holmes
This is another great read by Holmes. She writes Historical Fiction and knows how to keep the readers coming back. Book Four of the Empire at Twilight Series, but can be read as a standalone.
Tudhaliya is next in line for king, but when his best friend comes into take over things go bad. He doesn’t know what to do. He wants to be King but he also doesn’t want to lose the friendship. The quote I chose for Tudhaliya is: “Why, no. What? How am I part of this picture?”
Highly recommended for Historical lovers.
Can Dreams Come True? by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 stars
Can Dreams Come True? (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 1) by Krysten Lindsay Hager is a sweet coming of age story and will definitely suit the YA readers. The story has all the usual angst and drama, insecurity and anxiety in that time in young adult lives where everything is felt so much more harshly and dramatically. The narrative is well written and the plot flows well that will keep a younger reader engaged.
Overall, Krysten has written a sweet romance that is cute and will be enjoyed by the teens who love a girl meets crush story line.
Reviewed by @jennadb
The Executive’s Decision by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Executive’s Decision (Keller Family #1) by Bernadette Marie is contemporary romance story. This office love story is full of unexpected twists. I enjoyed the family dynamics; they were well written. There is a lot going on in this story with betrayal and pain, love and romance, humour and witty banter, passion and love, fear and forever. It is a little predictable, but it still plays on your emotions. I found the female lead a little frustrating at times but overall, my heart felt for her.
She is starting over after pain and betrayal and has given up on love. He has never really had a life beyond work. But one fateful fall set them on a journey to find love.
Reviewed by @jennadb
The World Beyond the Walls by Jean Gill
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
The World Beyond the Walls: epic dystopian eco-fantasy (Natural Forces Book 3) by Jean Gill is a wonderfully written story that I found myself caught up in the pages that I couldn’t put it down. Although this can be read as a standalone I would recommend reading the first two books as they will give you back knowledge of what is going on who is who. Its an action packed adventure that will keep you on your feet . I highly recommend reading this whole series its well worth it I can’t wait to see what this author brings us next.
Hacker by Raven White
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book in The Mercenaries Series. It is also the first book I have read so they don’t need to be read in order for them to be enjoyed.
I loved the mix of danger and romance in this book. Also the mix of hard protective men along side a strong independent woman works well.
Marie is the daughter of a mafia families.
Her father has made an arranged marriage between her and the boss of another mafia group in hope to keep peace between the families. Marie knows if this happens she will end up dead. So she runs to the only man she know can help Hacker.
Hacker works for an organisation that helps people in secret. He met Marie 6 months earlier and their connection was instant but when she ups and leaves one morning with no word and doesn’t get in touch Hacker starts to fear the worst until Marie gets in touch again.
Is Marie just using Hacker to escape her life? Why did she disappear with no contact 6 months earlier? Can Hacker and his friends save Marie and her sister from the mafia war thats gonna happen?
Hook’s Little Mermaid by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
We know the fairytales by heart, had great fun guessing which character we felt best represented us but what do we really know of these tales? In Suzanna Lynn’s “Hook’s Little Mermaid” these tales of wonder become alive once again but who is the villain and who is the hero? This page turner had me “hooked” from the start. The depth the characters hold was amazing to read and just when you thought you knew the plot a whole new twist kept you glued to this fictional drama until the very end. I loved this book and can’t wait to read the what happens next.
Hook’s Little Mermaid by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you love twisted tales about beloved characters like Peter Pan and Captain Hook, Little Red Riding Hood and the Big bad Wolf then you will love Suzanna Lynn’s “Hook’s Little Mermaid”. This tale is a definite page-turner that I promise you won’t want to put down. I know I didn’t. Mrs. Lynn gives you a great back story on Jameson Shaw (Captain Hook ) in a great spinoff of a classic fairy tale. Her attention to detail and character description is phenomenal and leads the reader down a trail of great imagination. While this twisted tale has a darker concept, it is a fantastic read and I would recommend to any reader that loves fantasy.
Loyalty & Lies by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Loyalty & Lies (Spicetopia Book 6) by Phoebe Alexander
4 Stars!!!!
What another wonderful adventure into the world of Spicetopia. This is the sixth book from this author that I have read and I was not let down. I really like how the author is able to bring just enough drama into the story and keep the story flowing. I also like that the author is able to bring the characters to life.
I like how this is a cross over book and that the story is readable without having read the original although I have done. Calvin and Paisley really have explosive chemistry. I could relate to Paisley when she started to worry and have doubts over what her husband had told her. I was hooked and couldn’t put the book down till I finished. I definitely will read more from this author in future and this series.
Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Granted: Curse of the Emerald Jinn by Rachel Huffmire
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This young adult fantasy novel was great. It was my first book by this author and it didn’t disappoint. I didn’t want put it down amd I was sucked in from the very first Page. I was excited to see where the story was headed and I can’t wait to read more by this author in the future!
Happy Reading!
10 Days by KJ Holliday
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
10 Days by KJ Holliday
This book had me laughing from the very beginning and even though there were some serious moment thrown in, they did not detract from the humor throughout the book.
Alex is a male version me in so many ways. Lives for coffee and food and is highly allergic to the great outdoors. But unlike me he starts to like his fact finding adventures with Luke and Penny while in nature.
Penny is so much more than she first appeared to be, and I liked that vulnerability being shown and noticed by Alex.
I really enjoyed this book and will be keeping my eye out for others by this author.
Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Worth the read!
This book was really good. The character development was well paced and I absolutely fell in love with the characters! It is very well written and instead of seeing the words I was seeing the story unfold like a movie playing in my head. That doesn’t happen very often for me. Can’t wait to read more by this author!
City of Whispers by Katt Powers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unexpected twists. Intrigue.. Powers vs powerless… This book has all that and more!!
With this book only being the first in a series, I look forward to the next book! Can’t wait to delve in and learn more about this world and its characters that Powers has created in my mind. Honestly, I had a hard time with how some of the names are probably supposed to be pronounced, but that didn’t stop me from wanting to know what happened next!
I am sure book 2 will bring just as much intrigue and action!
THE ISTANBUL HEIST: Code Raven 8 by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I was once again pulled right in and didn’t want to put it down. Samaar and her daughter Alice come to Instanbul to spend time with Luke. They are looking forward to a little vacation. Alice meets someone that works in one of the shops they went to and they become friends. When someone breaks into the shop he calls Alice for help. This is where things start taking a thrilling twist with lots of action.
Overall this was a great read with twists and turns and secrets revealed. I felt like we had a couple of different stories going on as well. The author does a great job with her writing, you feel like you’re right there in the story. I look forward to reading more from this series and author. 1-click and get started today.
Reviewed by @Mab54615
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Shift Happens by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Shift Happens: A Frightfully Fun Paranormal Romance by Carrie Pulkinen
Narrated by Hollie Jackson
Shift Happens is just as funny and feel good as License To Bite was. Carrie Pulkinen is on my must listen to list. I would suggest you listen to this series in order. It will definitely be worth your time. They had me laughing out loud. Sophie and Trace are a perfect blend and add Jane, Ethan, Gaston, Crimson and Jackson in the story is full of witty dialogue and New Orleans charm. I look forward to listening to the rest of the books in the New Orleans Nocturnes series.
Hollie Jackson also narrated this book and it is wonderfully brilliant. Her accent was great and she really hit the laugh factor. I will be keeping my out for other books narrated by her.
Review by @sunbarn
