Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare: A Children’s Book about New Experiences, Friendship, Stress Relief, and Kindness (Jake the Growling Dog) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Cora-Lyne Ethier

Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy DaycareJake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cute and relatable story for kids. I read this to my 20 month old and although she may not have gotten the meaning of the book she seemed to enjoy it very much! The rhymes where her favourite part and the super cute illustrations kept her attention for the whole story.

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The Executive’s Decision (The Keller Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Jessica Leombruno

The Executive's Decision (Keller Family, #1)The Executive’s Decision by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Executive’s Decision is the first book in the Keller Family series by Bernadette Marie and my first book by this author. I loved that this book is set in Nashville and this was a good start to this family-oriented series.

Zach was determined to be with Regan and Regan wasn’t too sure she wanted a relationship with her boss. So not your typical office romance this one had a hint of suspense. Even the secondary characters were interesting. I can’t wait to read more in this series.

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Wolf’s Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories Book 3) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Erica Fish

Wolf's Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories, #3)Wolf’s Beautiful Beast by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This Young Adult (YS) series is awesome. I love the fact that we have been through two stories now and this one makes three. It is a true Fantasy. We have been with Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel, and now it is Beauty and the Beast’s story. Once you recognize the story, it becomes refreshing that there is a bit of a twist in the story. I felt like the story had a fast pace to it. Also, the characters are complex and fully developed. That to me is important when I can relate to the characters. I highly recommend this book and this series to all, especially fairy tale fans.

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Wolf’s Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories Book 3) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Rebecca Hill

Wolf's Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories, #3)Wolf’s Beautiful Beast by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read the first two books in the Untold Stories by Suzanna Lynn, I could not wait to read Wolf’s Beautiful Beast! I have really enjoyed this new take on many fairy tales. This story follows “the big bad wolf” as he leaves the forest, ironically with Little Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel. They come across what would classically be known as Beauty and the Beast, although this does not end as you think it will. It is fun to have characters such as Little Miss Muffet in small character roles, as well as big characters such as Goldilocks and the Bears. This story is fantastic as part of a series and as a stand alone. Overall, such a fun and entertaining read!

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Ocean’s Light (Blood of the Pirate BOOK 1) by Mina Chara – Review by Stephanie Nicole

The Ocean's LightThe Ocean’s Light by Mina Chara
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you love stories that include pirates, adventures to far away places, treasure and just fantasy stories in general then you will love Mina Chara’s The Ocean’s Light. The Ocean’s light is filled with miraculous treasure, swashbuckling pirates, and very detailed character and location descriptions that make you feel like you’ve been pulled to the depths of the ocean. Miss Chara grabs her readers attention from page one and never lets it go. I’m not sure what I expected when it came to this adventure story but i can certainly say that it was truly a breath fresh air. Much like miss Chara’s Hero High series I couldn’t put this first book down and I can’t wait for the next installment.

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Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection Book 1) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Kerry Carr

Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection, #1)Peaceful Slumber by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a really enjoyable but emotional read. It has all the elements I love in a story, Romance, danger and mystery. The characters were really well written that you can’t help but go through the emotional journey with them.

Scott has a gift or a curse depends on the way you think. After he suffered  a near death experience he can now see ghosts. Its not something he wants to encourage so he just ignores them. That is until 1 spirit comes to him for help.

Ghost bride or Zelda as Scott names her arrives into his life. She has no memory of what happened to her, she doesn’t know who she is or how she got there. Together they need to try and piece her story together.
As their journey progresses their connection grows and soon they have feelings neither can deny.

Is Scott falling for a ghost? Is Zelda alive or dead? What is Zelda’s story? Who is she and what happened to her? Can Scott help her recover her memories and uncover the truth?

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Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay – Review by Piper Foster

Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part oneSpiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Payne tells her it’s a mams world oh how he is right. She’s Tillie is the President’s daughter, but now he’s no where to be seen what is going to happens. It’s not what she wanted and how could they betray her like that. Doris bless her soul I like her. Honesty I wasn’t sure of this book at frist and I actually really enjoyed it.

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The Ocean’s Light (Blood of the Pirate Book 1) by Mina Chara – Review by Caralee Loonat

The Ocean's LightThe Ocean’s Light by Mina Chara
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Ocean’s Light (Blood of the Pirate Book 1) by Mina Chara
4 Stars!!!!

I have read this author before and I was not disappointed. I found the story to be unique and orginal story. The characters just really come right off of the page. I really found myself getting swept up into the story and felt as though I am right there in the midst of the action. The plot is refreshing and really gripping. I could not put this book down.

I really could feel Evies’s pain and really was hoping for the best. This story had a lot of twists and turns. I could feel the pull between Evie and Captain Rama. I could feel her pain and her emotions as the story unfolded. I very much look forward to reading more from this series.

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Twisted Throttle (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Tausha Treadway

Twisted Throttle (Satan's Devils MC Second Generation #3)Twisted Throttle by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Twisted Throttle (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #3) by Manda Mellett. This is one of my absolute favorite series ever and I love Manda Mellett. This book was no different. I loved it! Its Throttle’s and Gwen’s story. Throttle is Peg and his old lady’s son and he’s the club enforcer. Throttle runs into Gwen his sisters friend at The Wheel Inn a restaurant and bar run by the Satan’s Devil’s. Gwen is the new waitress there and Throttle had a crush on her in high school. He won’t act on that attraction because he doesn’t want to get all involved but when he learns Gwen has a stalker he realizes that he can’t help but get involved. Soon after their feelings take over and neither can stay away from the other. Throttle has always been about one night stands and when one shows up with news it can destroy everything Gwen and he have built! Will the secret destroy their new relationship? Read Twisted Throttle to find out!

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Red’s Tangled Tale (The Untold Stories Book 2) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kimberly Griffiths

Red's Tangled Tale (The Untold Stories, #2)Red’s Tangled Tale by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Red’s Tangled Tale
By
Suzanna Lynn

Author Suzanna Lynn likes to put a new spin on traditional Fairy tales. This story adds new life to an old tale, little red riding hood, the difference is in this story we get to learn how Hook finds the ash. Also we meet Rapunzel. Enough said, however because I encourage you to read the book actually I encourage you to read both the first one and this one. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
This author is very talented. You won’t be disappointed!!

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Electric Temptation (The Protectors Series Book 5) by Toya Richardson – Review by Piper Foster

Electric Temptation (The Protectors, #5)Electric Temptation by Toya Richardson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Toya has mastered the art of storytelling. Her characters came alive on the pages and her writing style captivates the reader. An absolute page turner. She empowers her female characters and gives them the opportunity to lead. A page-turner! I admired her creativity in the characters’ abilities, the vivid descriptions of each scene and the portrayal of strength depicted through the female characters. I was a bit sadElectric Temptation (The Protectors Series Book 5) by Toya Richardson – Review by when it ended- Electric Temptation is one of those stories that the more you read, the more you want to know- but you don’t want it to come to an end.

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Wolf’s Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories Book 3) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kerry Baker

Wolf's Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories, #3)Wolf’s Beautiful Beast by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wolf’s Beautiful Beast: The Big Bad Wolf and Red Riding Hood, join Rapunzel to battle a beast bu Suzanna Lynn is the third book in the Untold Stories series. This is a clever and original series that takes classic stories and puts a unique twist on them. I’ve found this whole series to be so exciting so far and this book is no exception. I was pulled straight into the story and the characters, some of which we are already familiar with. The series doesn’t necessarily need to be read in order but I would certainly recommend it for continuity and full enjoyment. This book is a great addition to this series and really added even more to what has already been done. It was well written and packed full of everything you could want. I would certainly recommend this book!

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The Executive’s Decision (The Keller Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Chrissy Spulak

The Executive's Decision (Keller Family, #1)The Executive’s Decision by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you are a fan of romance, The Executive’s Decision (The Keller Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie is definitely for you. This book is the first in a series revolving around the Keller family, and from the get-go, you are sucked into their world as if you are, too, a part of the family. Regan Keller has been jilted in the past by developing a relationship with her boss. When fate steps in and she meets Zachary Benson, she is in for quite a surprise. This story is full of romantic scenes, but also contains some heavy situations that address more serious topics – it is not all roses and sunshine. However, the author weaves together the lives of the characters to build an interesting and believable world for readers to visit. It is also unpredictable as each character has their own baggage and secrets that are revealed throughout. It will be interesting to see how the Keller family grows in later installments. I give it 4 stars.

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi #1)Evil Sushi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

C. A. King’s Evil Sushi does what it says on the tin. There’s sushi. It’s evil. I would probably not recommend eating sushi while you read this book. Unless it’s vegetarian sushi – you’re probably safe there.
It’s 2021, so if you’re avoiding pandemic-related horror this is not the story for you. But if you enjoy speculating about how much worse things could’ve been, knowing easily something dangerous could spread and how hard it would be for authorities to stop it in its tracks, this makes for an entertaining read.
There are some great characters, as I’ve come to expect from King’s books. The story centres around two fishermen – Rod and Ned. Both very down-to-earth, practical men, they are both motivated by their love for Ned’s daughter Sally, who Ned hopes his younger friend will one day pluck up the courage to confess his feelings to. They struggle to make a living in a poorly regulated world where big corporations can easily take what they want, leaving little for anyone else.
This is a really entertaining book which left me wanting more (and, fortunately, the sequel is already out!). It gets five stars from me! I would recommend it to fans of quirky horror – if the evil bunny rabbit in Holy Grail is your idea of peak humour you’ll love this!

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Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine- Review by Amanda Kimble

Kissing the KavalierKissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine

This is the first book by Nauraine that I’ve had the pleasure of reading. She throws you back into the past and you get to see the world in a new light.

Zdenka, who goes by Zdenko, is pretending to be the brother of her older sister. When Matteo recruits her to be a messenger for him things go south. She falls in love with him and she isn’t supposed to. The quote I chose for Zdenka is: “I’m not eager to return to being a woman. I’ve rather come to enjoy the freedom I have as a gentleman. I can do as I please, walk about unescorted, ride when and where I please.”

Matteo is a soldier who returns home after the battle. He doesn’t remember much because he was taken down. When he meets Zdenka’s older sister things change. He recruits her brother to play messenger and falls in love. Little does he know he’s writing Zendka. The quote I chose for Matteo is: “I only returned last night. I had to at least clean up before I made an appearance. Nice of you to invite so many of the returned soldiers.”

Highly recommended for Historical Romance lovers.

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To be a Fae Queen by Tricia Copeland – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

To be a Fae Queen (Realm Chronicles #1)To be a Fae Queen by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

To be a Fae Queen (Realm Chronicles #1) by Tricia Copeland

4-stars

I have been on a roll of amazing paranormal reads lately! This YA paranormal fantasy read is incredible! This author has created such a unique world with amazing characters that kept me entertained from the beginning until the very end.

I absolutely loved all of the details laid out in the story, it made it really easy to picture everything playing out in my mind and I thoroughly enjoyed how this story played out. It was intense, captivating, action-packed and a real page turner.

Now that I’ve reached the end I can’t wait to read more from this series asap.

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Ocean’s Light (Blood of the Pirate BOOK 1) by Mina Chara – Review by Lizzie Chapman Gough

The Ocean's LightThe Ocean’s Light by Mina Chara
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a fun filled, adventure packed, exciting pirate adventure from the word go. Captured by pirates who want her treasure map, orphaned Evie Waters becomes embroiled in a quest to find the much-coveted Ocean’s Light. The Ocean’s Light given by the sea, is able to grant a wish to those who posses it. Evie is convinced the Light holds the answers to who her parents are and will reveal what her destiny is. The plot was easy to follow yet still interesting and I really enjoyed the character development and the different personalities of everyone involved in the book. I’m happy to see that this is part of a series and I can’t wait to find out what the feisty Evie and the crew of the Easy Money get up to next.

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Wolf’s Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories Book 3) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Lizzie Chapman Gough

Wolf's Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories, #3)Wolf’s Beautiful Beast by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third in the series and after loving the first two I was really looking forward to this one. Lynn didn’t disappoint. We followed, Rose, Lycus and Rapunzel as they began their journey to Oz with justice and vengeance in mind. After becoming shipwrecked in a storm at sea, Red and the gang fall on the hospital of the Kingdom of Bruen. But all is not as it seems. I really enjoy Lynn’s retellings, and this had the sharp, witty storytelling that I have come to expect. This was yet again a fantastic twist on much loved fairy-tale but remaining original and exciting. I am very much looking forward to the next one in series and seeing what adventures the gang get up to next.

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Chrissy Spulak

Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi #1)Evil Sushi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series Book 1) by C.A. King is a great read. I am all for taking steps to ensure our planet is around for generations to come, and this book takes us on quite the extreme adventure in doing so. In a rural fishing town, two fishermen find a shocking, new species of marine creature and the story hits the ground running! This story is a page-turner and really makes you stop and think about what could happen if we do not start taking care of our environment. C.A. King is a riveting author, and I recommend anyone who lives on the planet Earth to pick up this book. The best part is that it’s only the first book in the series, so there is more to come! You will not be disappointed! 5 stars!

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Jinxed (Hell on Heels Book 2) by Maggie Adams – Review by Angela Hayes

Jinxed (Hell on Heels, #2)Jinxed by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Jinxed is the second book in the Hell On Heels series by Maggie Adams. It is a romantic comedy, which made for a delightfully funny romp- but with some secrets, a little of the supernatural, some danger, and a touch of drama the story made for a fun read.
After meeting Sadie and the “soul sisters” in Miranda’s story, MINX (Book #1), I was really looking forward to reading Sadie’s story here. And I am happy to say that she, and Ms. Adams didn’t disappoint. My favourite of the series, so far!
Looking forward to the other ‘soul sisters’ stories!

Thank you, Maggie Adams!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Electric Temptation (The Protectors Series Book 5) by Toya Richardson – Review by Liz Vrchota

Electric Temptation (The Protectors, #5)Electric Temptation by Toya Richardson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I always know I am in for an adventure when I pick up a novel by Toya Richardson and Electric Temptation was no exception to the rule. I once again was sucked into her magical and paranormal world with the fifth book in The Protectors Series, Electric Temptation. Even though it is the fifth it is not necessarily needed to read the whole series, but I do think your reading experience would benefit. Like I hinted at earlier, Richardson does a wonderful job of world building. You feel transported into a new place with the characters and feel as if you are experiencing things as they do. This has lots of layers to a paranormal romance, so I am sure most anyone would find something to enjoy in this little gem of a read. I cannot wait to see what the next novel will bring!

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Wolf’s Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories Book 3) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Stephanie Nicole

Wolf's Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories, #3)Wolf’s Beautiful Beast by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was hooked on the “Untold Stories” from the beginning and Wolf’s Beautiful Beast got me even more addicted from page one. Wolf’s Beautiful Beast is the 3rd installment to the “Untold Stories”, and I could not wait to get my hands on it. Suzanna Lynn has certainly outdone herself with the retelling of classic stories. Once again Suzanna Lynn gives us fabulous character descriptions, along with fantastic descriptions of all the lands that our brave and adventurous characters travel too, making her readers feel as if they are traveling right along with her characters. Growing up Beauty and the Beast was always my favorite Disney story, so I knew I would love Wolf’s Beautiful Beast right away. Filled with far off kingdoms, shape shifting, princess’s, and many other favorite fairy tale characters not only do i highly recommend Wolf’s Beautiful Beast but i recommend the whole “Untold Stories” series. I can’t speak for everyone but I for one can’t wait to see where Suzanna Lynn takes us next.

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Savage (Ash Park Series Book 10) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Angela Hayes

Savage: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 10)Savage: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

Savage: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 10)
GAH!!! I am loving this series so much- even when Ms. O’Flynn has me on the edge of my seat, with my pulse pounding in my ears, completely gripped by the story. This is the tenth book in the Ash Park Series by Meghan O’Flynn and as such, I really recommend reading the other books in the series, before starting on this one, as there is so much backstory, background information, and other important details that really help to build the intensity and a much bigger picture.
Detective Edward Petrosky has been through so much, but he’s not about to get a break anytime soon and is thrown into a serial killer investigation that will test him at every turn. It’s dark, tense, gripping, raw and gritty- and I loved every minute!
I hope Det. Petrosky has a few more stories in him yet!
Can’t wait to see what comes next!

Thank you, Meghan O’Flynn!

 

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Scorching Hot Mess by Brooke May – Review by Liz Vrchota

Scorching Hot MessScorching Hot Mess by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have yet to read a book by Brooke May that I did not just outright laugh while reading. This book is no exception to the rule. I was so excited to get my hands on this as soon as I saw the teasers. Scorching Hot Mess is an easy read with lots of aspects to it that almost anyone who loves to laugh could read this and find it absolutely enjoyable. I really loved our MC, Willow Everett. She is the definition of a hot mess lol. I found this catchy and relatable because this is often a phrase I use to describe my kiddos or myself lol. Someone is always having a hot mess kind of day in our house. I loved how this book read so fast as well even at a full length novel. I got to devour it on a sunny afternoon and it could not have been the more perfect read to lift my spirits. If you love witty rom coms and strong characters with some fun twists this is the book for you! I am excited to see what we will get next from Brooke May!

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The SEAL’s Temptation (Wounded Hearts Book 7) by Jacquie Biggar – Review by Liz Vrchota

The SEAL's Temptation (Wounded Hearts #7)The SEAL’s Temptation by Jacquie Biggar
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was one full novel with lots of layers and details, but the best part I love of Jacquie Biggar is that she can take a complicated story and make it easy to read. I really enjoyed this suspenseful romance that kept me sitting on the edge of my seat waiting to find out what would come next and how our characters would end up. Maggie is a relatable woman and really I found myself pulling for her throughout the whole thing ready to find out if she would end up safe and happily in love. This will be one you won’t want to put down so grab a drink and a comfy space and dive on in! I cannot wait to see what we will get next from Ms. Biggar.

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The SEAL’s Temptation (Wounded Hearts Book 7) by Jacquie Biggar – Review by Angela Hayes

The SEAL's Temptation (Wounded Hearts #7)The SEAL’s Temptation by Jacquie Biggar
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The SEAL’s Temptation is the seventh book in the Wounded Hearts series by Jacquie Biggar. It is a wounded warrior/military romance and a romantic suspense full of danger, drama, emotion, action, a bit of a love triangle, PTSD, and twists + turns. It had all the ingredients needed to keep me hooked and hurriedly turning the pages, avidly reading all the developments to find out how everything would play out.
This is the seventh book in the series, but can be read as a standalone if you wanted. But having said that, it does follow on from “Maggie’s Revenge” (Book #6) as Maggie is also a MC in this story- so I strongly suggest that reading that book before starting on this one as it will better help you appreciate this story.
Maggie Holt is a DEA agent who is recovering from an undercover mission that nearly cost her life. Her 18month with the Mexican Drug cartel has played havoc with her mental and emotional wellbeing, leaving Maggie feeling quite broken, and a shadow of her former self.
Frank Stein is a former SEAL and owner of the ranch. He hopes that the beautiful, peaceful setting of the ranch will help Maggie on her road to recovery. But what happens when we throw in a bit of a love triangle into the situation, and then add some escaped convicts, and an extremist group to the plot? We get an intense, and gripping read that definitely had its hooks in me right through till the end!
I wonder what Ms. Biggar has in store for us next!

Thank you, Jacquie Biggar!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Ocean’s Light (Blood of the Pirate BOOK 1) by Mina Chara – Review by Meg Tyrrell

The Ocean's LightThe Ocean’s Light by Mina Chara
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This isn’t a new author for me, I’ve read multiple books by Ms. Chara before. Which is why the second I saw this new series, I was all over it. This was fantastic and beautifully written. The story itself was a bit different than I first imagined it would be. I guess that’s why I’m the reader and not the author, because it was done perfectly. This story follows Ms. Evie Waters as she tries to search for the one thing her parents left her when she was taken to the orphanage. This adventure has pirates, magic, sea creatures and puzzles to keep you guessing. Absolutely recommend and can’t wait for the next book!

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Ashley Dover

Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #3)Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Secret lives and secret passions hold you in suspense as you read this third installment of the Deadly Isles Special Ops book. Tyler Hale is a Navy SEAL who is detail-oriented and is the younger brother of Xander and Jaxon Hale, former Navy SEALs. Tyler stays behind in Venezuela to complete a mission while his teammates return to the states.

Malina Johansson is an analyst for the Navy SEALs. As a child, she lived in Venezuela with her Madre and Padre, but circumstances lead to her being sent away quickly one night. Her past is not known to anyone outside her “mom” and “dad” and her best friend from high school, Beth. As her past rises to catch up with her, Malina must look to the one person that she trusts, Tyler.

Intense moments arise when Malina is accused of treason. Can Tyler help her save her reputation? Can two people who have a love/hate relationship work together and find common ground on which they can both stand?

This book is a true romantic suspense novel. The twists and turns leave you turning the pages as fast you can read.

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops #1)

Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops #1)Twisted Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As a romantic mystery, this book lives up to expectations. Xander, a Navy SEAL, is puzzled by events on recent missions. Riley, a graduate student at the University of Hawaii, struggles as strange events in her own life make her relive the nightmares of her childhood. Xander and Riley forge a fast bond after a chance meeting but will the secrets of the past and current events keep them from finding one another.

The book moves at a fast pace. The twists and turns kept me guessing as the mystery unfolded. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Readers will find it to be true to the genre.

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Ashley Dover

Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Have you ever had that relationship that didn’t quite fit into your life when you thought it should? Have you ever had that relationship that you knew was bad for you but kept going back until the final straw broke?

Jaxon Hale is a former Navy SEAL with an honorable discharge after an injury on active duty. Jaxon is filling in for Captain Kane of the Honolulu Police to find a path that he can live with after the military. Kayla Kane returns to Honolulu after an encounter with her live-in boyfriend, Roy. Jaxon and Kayla share a past, but secrets have marred that past since Jaxon was a senior and Kayla was a freshman. After all this time, Jaxon and Kayla’s paths collide again. Trying to keep their families safe from hidden forces and working through the pain they both share, will Jaxon and Kayla finally find a place in their hearts for each other?

I truly loved this book. It’s full of passion, suspense, and real-life issues. Family plays a major part in the lives of both characters. Rebuilding after drastic life changes and finding a place to call home is something that I connected with, and other readers should too.

Most readers don’t like to start a series in the middle, but this book is a true stand-alone. It mentions characters from the first book but can definitely be read without reading the previous book.

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