Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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

Malina Johansson is an independent woman. She cannot allow herself to depend on anyone else, let alone fall in love. Not after losing the one true love of her life all those years ago.

Tyler Hale has always had a thing for Malina growing up. Now, the Navy SEAL has to figure out how to make her see that they are meant to be together. Throw in a mole who has been leaking secrets about the SEAL team’s missions, a hostage situation, and an island hideaway, and you’ve got a steamy romance story! Part of the Deadly Isles Special Ops series, this was a quick, exciting read that I couldn’t put down.

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Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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

This is an endearing story of honor, duty, family, and love. Set in 1867 Vienna, Lieutenant Matteo von Ritter has come home from the war. A head injury has left him with lapses in his memory about the night he was injured. Why were his injuries almost non-existent, while his two comrades have life altering wounds? Did he abandon them, like a coward?

Zdenka Walden, disguised as her sister’s brother, poses as a chaperone while her sister is presented at the Coachman’s Ball in hopes of finding a suitable husband. When Zdenka befriends Matteo as “Zdenko”, things become complicated. Zdenka begins exchanging letters with Matteo, pretending they are from her sister, all the while falling in love with him. This was a very entertaining story with some humor, the reality of PTSD and its effects on people, as well as what one will do in the name of love.

 

Reviewed by @terrijomac

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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

5 Stars
Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series Book 1) by C.A. King

Evil Sushi is the first book in the Evil Sushi Series by C.A. King . This is a horror/fantasy that is fast paced and packed with, suspense and mystery and so much more. I was on the edge of my seat throughout this story trying to figure out what was going to happen next. This is a story about the effects of climate change. Find out what happens when Meat consumption has been banned except for fish and two fishermen come across a different species of fish. Will this discovery change things for all? I can’t wait to read more from this Author. I highly recommend reading this book.

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

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

Twisted Throttle by Manda Mellett
Five Stars

Twisted Throttle is the third book in the Santa’s Devils MC Second Generation series by Manda Mellett. Manda Mellett is one of my go to authors. I have read all of the Satan’s Devils books and this one by far is my favorite. This book can be read as a standalone, or you could just read the Second Generation seiries, but I recommend you read all of the Satan’s Devils books because it will be well worth your time if you are a fan of MC’s. I am not going to give away any of this story. You have read the blurb, if that did grasp your attention, I don’t know what will. This story was filled with action, adventure, mystery, suspense and romance. It kept me up all night and I just had to write this review at 4:30 am. I have a feeling that this book and Throttle and Gwen will be on my mind through the week. Definitely a five star for me!!!

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Laura-Jane Minnie

Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great mystery. Jake and Cody are at it again, only this time they are in Florida keys attending a wedding, when Cody gets the sense something isn’t right, Jake follows Cody’s instincts and it leads them to a homicidal maniac intent on blowing things up. This is full of action and suspense, even some humor. It is all and all a great book.

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Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak – Review by Anastasia Dodson

Jordan's ShadowJordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was great. It was a suspense-filled Romance that pulled me in from page one and kept me interested until the end. I loved the main characters. They had their flaws and man this book was a heavy motional ride but I still loved it and them. I am looking forward to reading more by this author and I would recommend this to a friend!

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Electric Temptation (The Protectors Series Book 5) by Toya Richardson – Review by Jenni Bishop

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

Electric Temptation is the fifth book in The Protectors Series by Toya Richardson is a great paranormal romance story. It is full of magic and shifters, witches and elementals and has a little bit of everything you want in a good paranormal story. I’ve said it before, but Toya always gives us that little bit of something more, that makes her worlds and characters charming and makes you feel a part of it.

Mason knows the stakes are high this time and he won’t let her down. Now he just has to find her and keep her safe from those who seek to take away the very essence of who and what she is.

If you love paranormal worlds with a bit of everything then Toya is a must one click for any reader.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

 

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

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

4.5 stars

The SEAL’s Temptation: Wounded Hearts- Book 7 by Jacquie Biggar is a military romantic suspense story. There are several sub plots going on in this book, but Jacquie does a great job in tying them altogether giving us an action packed read. Her development of the characters is complex I love the fact that SEAL’s are never really civilians, they are a brotherhood and a family. Her writings of Maggie and her PTSD is believable and acutely palpable. This vivid page turner had my heart pounding in my chest and at attention as I was transported into the intrigue and drama, action and the journey and part of the team. The story is well written, and the words flowed easily. I didn’t realise it was book 7 in the series until after I had started reading so now, I need to go back and start at the beginning to where it all started and get everyone’s back story.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Slash and Burn (Nite Fire 4) by C L Schneider – Review by Starri Howard

Slash & Burn (Nite Fire, #4)Slash & Burn by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was better than the second and third! I definitely didn’t see a lot of the things coming that happened. What happens after you rescue your best friend/sidekick’s sister and barely survive the last visit Drimera? Well for Dahlia instead of things going up things go down. She finds out the truth about someone she has known for a very long time and even considered him a mentor. But what do you do with the information? What do you when you find someone who is close with your partner but they believe him to be dead? What do you do when the sister you just rescued willing goes back to Drimera with Aidric and Alex Creed? And to top it all off all hell breaks loose on their world. Welcome to the apocalypse! This book had me hooked with every twist and turn. I’m so glad I stuck with series and if there is a 5th book I will be reading.

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Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak – Review by Michelle Austin

Jordan's ShadowJordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was pulled in right from the beginning. My heart broke for Jordan and what she went through at the hands of someone that should have been a protector. Jordan runs away and finds a job that helps her deal with her demons. This is where she meets The Shadow. She has never seen his face until now…..

The Shadow is obsessed with Jordan. He is ready to tell her the truth and share his identity. She will finally learn who he really is, but how will she react? Will he be able to help her get her revenge?

Overall this was a great dark read. I couldn’t put it down. My emotions were all over the place. I will warnt there are some scenes that may cause triggers for some. Both characters were great, I was happy that Jordan had someone who loved her and wanted to keep her safe. I can’t wait to read more from this author. If you like dark suspenseful reads then you will enjoy this book.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Robin Rankin

Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards, #3)Auctioned by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3): Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance by Via Mari

Three of the bodyguards have fallen and Matt’s story had been my favorite until I read this one.

Damian falls hard and fast when it come to Bryanna.  I’m not sure if it was their circumstances or if he just knew she was the one.  But we all know that love isn’t no matter the situation.

Bryanna is extremely brave and loyal, almost to a fault but she is fierce when her heart is all in.

I’m looking forward to getting time to continue reading this series and getting caught up.

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

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

The Ocean’s Light is the first book in the new series Blood of the Pirate, by Mina Chara. I have read her Hero High series, and enjoyed it, but this book is so much different. It is really different from anything I have ever read. It kind of reminded me of Pirates of the Caribbean. There is a lot of adventure, with three different crews fighting over a map to reach the most important treasure of all, the Ocean’s Light. Evie is stuck in the middle of it all, with all 3 crews fighting over her, as it was her map to start with. There is Captain Rama’s crew, with first mates Slim and Bulk, who became somewhat of friends to Evie. There is Captain Hammer, and his crew of sons, which seem to always be after Rama’s ship. And then Captain Luna, who is a soldier, trying to recover the map for his queen. There is so much going on, action packed adventure on every page. Evie may be an orphan child, but she is tough, and cleaver. The supporting characters have vivid descriptions, allowing the reader to envision them all and ‘watch’ the story unfold. This book is a YA, geared toward teens, but I thoroughly enjoyed it, in my 30s. Well done Chara.

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Smoke and Mirrors (Nite Fire 3) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Starri Howard

Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire #3)Smoke & Mirrors by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Secrets are a dragon’s best friend. Deception is a close second. Half-dragon shape-shifter Dahlia Nite lives undetected among the humans. Walking in two worlds, belonging in neither, she wraps herself in a shroud of lies to hide in plain sight. But nothing stays hidden forever. When dismembered bodies of multiple species are dumped on the riverbank, the case falls to Dahlia and Detective Alex Creed. Backed by Sentinel City’s new task force, the pair finds themselves urged to find answers. Bouncing from one crime scene to the next, they hunt for a clear motive in a murky sea of conflicting evidence. Already on edge from the recent string of unexplained crimes, the city begins to unravel. Drowning in missing creatures, slaughtered remains, masked men – and the search for her best friend/sidekick’s missing sister. Seeking answers, she uses her empathic abilities and uncovers something deeper and more threatening than a simple serial killer’s web. As the dots connect and worlds collide, she struggles to shield her friends from the truth. But secrets can be deadly. And Dahlia’s not the only one who keeps them.

Smoke & Mirrors is the third book in the Nite Fire series.
It isn’t holding my attention like I hope it would but I’m committed to finishing the series to know how the complete story unravels.

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Savage (Ash Park Series Book 10) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Emma Clawson

Savage: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 10)Savage: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is thrilling and edge of your seat reading. It’s a whodunit you have no way of figuring out. I’d recommend reading this series from the beginning. In Savage, we find Petrosky at the heart of an investigation that will shake up his world even more than it already is. The past resurfaces and spreads its tentacles around Petrosky and his entourage, and slides him even lower in his descent into hell. He must face his demons and stop the monster who wants to destroy him by attacking the beings he deeply loves. This novel kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time I was reading.

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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 Emma Clawson

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

Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon is quite a cute, feel-good children’s book, that is suitable for all ages. Join Jake when he’s off to daycare. He’s worried about what’s in store. Going somewhere new can be scary–trying something different, even more. As I was reading this little book, I kept thinking that it was a great story for little kids. I then let my six year old nephew read it and he said it was a great story. Five stars isn’t enough for this wonderful little book.

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

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

The Executive’s Decision By Bernadette Marie had me captivated from the very first paragraph.
You just knew that someone having that bad a start to their day had to have more interesting things coming her way.
The leading lady of this novel is Regan, a young beautiful woman who has gone through hell and survived, who now just wants a fresh start and a chance at a happy life. First step, New job but with that new job comes her Boss Zachary Benson. A “Hottie” according to his former assistant and a man who soon knows what he wants…Regan!
She has VERY good reason for NOT wanting to Date her Boss so the question in your mind quickly becomes ..can Zach convince her he is not anything like her past and that he truly loves her no matter what! No path to true love is ever smooth and they have obstacles to pass. I was on Zachs side the whole way wishing Regan could see his genuine love for her and let go of the demons from her past to be with him.
Not only do you fall for Zach and Regan, reading as quickly as you can to see what will happen, but the other characters around them also draw you in and i personally can not wait for more in this series!
Thank you Bernadette Marie for these wonderful heartfelt characters and all the sleepless nights i see in my future continuing to read the rest of this series…i just can’t wait!

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Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection Book 1) by Nikki Lynn Barrett- Review by Shadel Ayerbe

Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection, #1)Peaceful Slumber by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection Book 1) by Nikki Lynn Barrett is a book full of mystery and paranormal. The lines between life and death seem to blur.

Scott used to be a fairly average person before he died. For a short period, he was able to see ghosts. He sees her for the first time in a graveyard, dressed in a bloodstained wedding gown. No one else is aware of her presence. He seems to be at a loss about how to assist her. A ghost stuck in her version of hell with no memory of her life or death is the one that makes him feel alive for the first time in eons. It almost sounds like the beginning of a horror story. Zelda is an amnesiac ghost bride who has no recollection of her life or death One person can only see her. Scott is her only hope of unlocking her memories since she has no idea who she is or how she got into this condition.

This book has a little of everything. I enjoyed every last chapter. I can’t wait to continue reading the series.

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Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Emma Clawson

Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards, #3)Auctioned by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Elite bodyguard Damian, is assigned to find a missing woman caught in the deadly world of trafficking. Bryanna has aura that entices Damian. It is supposed to be an easy job, but nothing is easy. Via Mari is a wonderful author. She has a gift that she shares with her readers. This novel had me anticipating what would happen next. I definitely recommend this author amd novel.

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Two Hearts, One Stone by Leslie Scott – Review by Emma Clawson

Two Hearts, One Stone (Boots and Babies)Two Hearts, One Stone by Leslie Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Horse trainer Stone Dempsey’s life is all about the ride. Dr. Emmersyn Cole’s goal of starting a practice is finally coming true. But what happens when a baby is thrown in the mix? Leslie Scott is a wonderful author.  This novella is a quick read but it is packed full-on with emotions.

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

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

The SEAL’s Temptation: Wounded Hearts by Jacquie Biggar was a little hard to get into at first, not having read the first couple books of the series. There were a lot of characters to get to know. But the suspense was enough to keep me interested. Who would Maggie Holt choose to pick as her life partner now that she was free from her own personal hell? Would it be her partner Adam or the former Navy SEAL Chief Frank? Would Maggie be found for fit for duty once again with the DEA? A good southern Texas suspenseful romance with ranches and missing cattle. Well written story with lots of little details to keep you guessing.

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Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak – Review by Rachel Moss

Jordan's ShadowJordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jordan’s Shadow by T. R. Cupak was a really good read! It was so entertaining and enthralling I could hardly put it down! This book was very steamy, and even darker. This is definitely not a book for the faint of heart. My only complaint, with some events that happen in the plot, is that I didn’t see a trigger warning or content warning. I feel like there should have been, because some of the content may be very damaging for some readers. Other than that small bit, this was an amazing book! I loved almost everything, the plot, storyline and characters. Or most of the characters, definitely not all. I’m still unsure of the ending, but still really enjoyed this read. I can’t wait to read more from this author in the future!

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato ) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Review by Stacey Keeney

Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato #0)Sons of Sindicato by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Will love overcome it all? Even the mobster code? As attorney Braelynn Shaw finds herself submerged in the murky underbelly of organized crime with Seth Giordano. She realizes some choices are not so black and white as she thought they were. Not all choices can be taken back. This sinfully suspenseful book Sons of Sindicato by Cam Johns and Sonya Jesus has it all. Romance, danger, and graphic loves scenes between a good girl and the ultimate bad boy. Will there be a happily ever after or will Seth bring Braelynn over to the dark side?

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

Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #3)Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Whew!! What a book!! I could not put it down! I read it in one day!

Amy did not disappoint with the last Hale brother!! It was a page turner ending that I was not expecting at all! I am adding her books to my TBR stack!!

These books were a fun weekend read that I would recommend to anyone wanting to escape to Honolulu but can’t afford the plane tickets to get there!

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Savage (Ash Park Series Book 10) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Gail Guerrero

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

Savage (Ash Park Series Book 10) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Gail Guerrero

Five Stars

Talk about a character that keeps giving. I have read a of this series and I have not been disappointed yet. The mystery and intense moments keep me on my toes. I could feel the characters pain coming through the pages. I tell myself that it’s just a story but I get chills. Every time the suspense is high and you’re waiting for that moment the author drops a bomb in you. Megan O’Flynn can write some amazing stories. I love this Ash Park series. Petrosky is messed up but he is the go to guy to getting things done. He has been through so much. You would think he would already be retired but being a cop is in his blood. Definitely check this series out. You will not be disappointed. The authors writing style is worth the need to watch something cute after reading this story.

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Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak – Review by Meg Tyrrell

Jordan's ShadowJordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by this author. This book was more than I was expecting. I will say that if you have a trigger when it comes to rape do not read this book. The main female character in this is Jordan and she is a girl who has been through a lot. The main male character in this is Hunter and he is trying to save her. It’s a very well written book and has a great plot And throughout the book it’s well worded. It was a bit graphic for me but it was a good book.

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Karen Pearman

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

I didn’t think I would like this book at all. Turns out that I loved it! It was a thriller that had me hooked from the appetizer to the dessert. I’ve never read a book by this author previously, but the cover caught my attention because it reminded me of a geisha mask which I love. Reading the back of the book I decided to give it a try. And I’m thoroughly glad that I did. I will say I am a huge horror fan, and this is full of that. In fact, it’s got a bit of everything in it and will leave you scratching your head wondering what is going to happen next. I found it hard to put down and finished it in a day. I think that the author put a lot of time into the details and description, so you feel like you are viewing it in person. At least I did. I will certainly be looking for more works from this writer.

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Jinxed (Hell on Heels Book 2) by Maggie Adams – Review by Debi Kircher

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

Jinxed (Hell on Heels Book 2) by Maggie Adams

5 Stars

Ok so this was a fun quick read. I read book 1 of this series and did enjoy it, but I absolutely loved this one! The only complaint I have is that I wish it was longer as I enjoyed reading and did not want it to end! Opposites attract is one of my favorites.

I loved Mitchell and Sadie, I actually enjoyed all of the characters. I appreciated that they weren’t all teenagers, I enjoy those as well but this one was more up my alley! The friendship / family aspect came through perfectly for me, and I loved how even though it was a short read nothing felt rushed or crammed in.

I am seriously beginning to love this author and have already added her to my one click list! These do not need to be read in order to enjoy the stories. I highly recommend picking this book up, you won’t be sorry!

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

Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #3)Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forged by secrets is the 3rd book in the Deadly Isles Special Ops series by Amy McKinley. This book is set during and after the previous novel in the series. Malina has secrets about her past that she doesn’t want getting out, and as such she has perfected the art of keeping people at arm’s length. However, her high school crush and current colleague Tyler is making that difficult for her. When Malina is falsely accused of committing treason, there is only one person that she can turn too. She escapes to Tyler’s private island home to find the answers she is looking for, however that is not the only thing she finds out. I really enjoyed this novel; I only wish it was longer. I liked all the books in this series so far, the characters are intriguing and well written, you really start to feel for them. I look forward to the next book.

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

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

This is a very enjoyable book to read. RED AND Rapunzel are very faststicing characters. I loved getting to see Red again and get more of Wolf’s backstory. Beauty and the Beast vibes take precedence in this book and I loved the tension and tender moments between Wolf and the princess. This combines the big bad wolf with beauty and the beast. I really hope Suzanna Lynn doesn’t get tired of doing these because they are an amazing combination.

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Granted: Curse Of The Emerald Jinn by Rachel Huffmire – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Granted: Curse of the Emerald JinnGranted: Curse of the Emerald Jinn by Rachel Huffmire
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was great! I loved the interactions of Humans and Jinn and the pure magic in this book. I loved that the main character was a young adult and a boy’s point of view. If you love young adult, magic, and mystery with a great story line, this book is great for all ages.

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