Avenging Devil Part 1 (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Angela Shirley

Avenging Devil Part 1: Satan's Devils MC San DiegoAvenging Devil Part 1: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have been running from my past, I finally thought I had but in steps a man who I thought could rebuild me but end ups being part of the old me.

Saffie has tried hard to escape and run from the horrendous past that still haunts her but she is strong and can overcome the past in time but when one day when she believes her salvation has come into her life just to find out he is part of the world she is running from.

Niran was forced to take his VP’s Old lady to her prenatal appointment and what joy that’s going to be, but when he walks into the room he sees her and there is instant chemistry. Niran knows the look of a woman in need and with the draw he has to Saffie he will do anything to help her.

This is a brilliant instalment to this series and a well written, intriguing story. I loved the chemistry between these two characters and you are just willing them to get together, but there is some hard hitting storylines which was delicately written and has you drawn in from the beginning.

I loved the character of Saffie who was strong and over come so much heartbreak and evil that it breaks your heart but her will carries on. Niran’s character is definitely a brilliant counter to Saffie and his pure determination to prove himself was also brilliant to read.

I can’t wait for the next book as I want to see how this ends.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

The Heart of Baker Bay by Danielle Jacks – Review by Lisa Helmick

The Heart of Baker BayThe Heart of Baker Bay by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is such a sweet story! Its very enjoyable to read. The banter and struggles are fun and realistic. The characters are easy to love. They brought smiles to my face and joy to my heart. Adam seemed so grumpy and sometimes just plain mean. As the story progresses we learn why he is that way and what his struggles are. I love his job..its just down to earth. Jody deems herself a failure…pretty much at life. Her last ditch effort turns out to be the best thing that ever happened to her. Watching Jody and Adam overcome their strife and coming out the other side as better people was a delight.

Secondary characters are just and fun, crazy and different as the two main ones. Gram, Sarah, Hannah heck even the townies make me smile.

One of my favorite things about this authors stories is how she makes everything come together. Even the smallest detail which normally I would just ignore or blow off..she makes it part of the story. I love that! That epilogue just added to the charm of the story. Thank you!

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A Cold Day in Hell (Life is hell book 5) by Naomi Valkyrie – review by Laura-Jane Minnie

A Cold Day in Hell (Life is Hell #5)A Cold Day in Hell by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A cold day in hell has everything you want in a book, mystery, romance, humor, drama and magic. I could not put it down. Haddie has been suspended from heaven and her angel duties for misusing her power so she is sent to earth, she will do anything to get back to heaven. I can’t wait to see what happens next!

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Out of Time (Westbeach Series Book 4) by Toni Denise – Review by Kerry Baker

Out of Time: Westbeach Series 4Out of Time: Westbeach Series 4 by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Out Of Time by Toni Denise is the fourth book in the Westbeach series. This book can be read as a stand-alone even though it is the final book of the series.
This is a completely new author to me so I didn’t know what to expect when I started reading. What I found was a great story that was fairly easy to ready with some great characters. The story was well ell thought out and the overall book had a great pace to it. The story just seemed to flow.
I really enjoyed the connection between the two main characters. It was instant and lovely to see play out throughout the book. I thought this book was a good one to introduce me to the author. I think it have an all round view as to the writing style. After this book I know I will be checking out more.

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The Monster That Ate My Mommy by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

The Monster That Ate My MommyThe Monster That Ate My Mommy by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I wasn’t sure what I was getting into when I began reading The Monster That Ate My Mommy, only that it was a memoir and most likely filled with possibly troubling events. Told from the point-of-view of the author in vivid first-person, this book delivered on more than I was expecting. People say healing comes when you share your stories of pain, memories no one wants to think about, and I believe the author was trying to do just that by sharing her story with us. As someone who struggles with their own inner darkness, I know there must be some freedom that comes with not only sharing a troubled life but embracing the past – acknowledging it happened – and moving on to live the life you know you deserve. We hear about things that happen to people as they grow up, things that mold them into the person they are or will become, but we never get that insight that comes from a truly candid telling. This book will tear at your heart at times, make you silently hope certain things won’t come to pass, but inevitably do. But at the same time, there’s a certain understanding and insight that comes with this comprehensive tale.

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Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers Book 1) by Belinda Williams – Review by Sara Oxton

Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers, #1)Mr. Nice Guy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mr Nice Guy by Belinda Williams a fun five-star read. This is the first story in the Pierce Brothers series, and I am excited for the next story in the series as this has been fun and romantic and just nice to read. Chelsea reminds me of me, I used to adore the bad boys, and didn’t see the appeal of the nice guy, until I married one. I oved how the story showed, that just because someone appears one way, they may not always be that way. This will suck you in and Chelsea will annoy you, but she will also endear you, at least she did with me. Belinda Williams writes a good funny romcom always.

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Unlikely in Love (A Parker Lake Novel Book 1) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Sara Oxton

Unlikely in Love (A Parker Lake Novel Book 1)Unlikely in Love by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unlikely in Love by Olivia Sherwood a likely five-star read. This is the first book in the Parker Lane Novel series, this author has me wishing I lived in small town America, instead of the rainy small village in Wales I currently live in. She writes characters that you can’t help but fall in love with and want to help them. It’s almost like when you are watching a scary movie and the hot blonde goes up the dark stairs and you shout at the TV, I was like that reading this book, at one point calling someone an idiot and telling them to pull their head from the dark. I got some strange looks in work for that one. There was also some other looks for inappropriate giggling, but I didn’t care. I was like read this book then look at me like that again.
If you want to read a book from what is going to be a very promising series, then this is the book for you. This author is one of those writers that once you pick up you will want to read everything they publish, she has a way of getting into your brain with her words. (In a good way)

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Lake of Flowers (The Lord Hani Mysteries, book 5) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Sara Oxton

Lake of Flowers (Lord Hani #5)Lake of Flowers by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lake of Flowers by N.L. Holmes a fantastic five-star read. This is number five in the Lord Hani Mysteries and we follow Hani on his journey, you don’t have to read them in order as they all focus on a different main story, and just follow Hani as he creates and solves mysteries, that always makes writing reviews for this series difficult, as I never know what to say without spoiling the mystery and the drama, as the author has a great way of keeping that tension level high and keeping you guessing. If you like a good mystery, then you need to pick this series up.

Review by @saraoxo

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Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Barbara Stegall

Grumbler's Ride (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #2)Grumbler’s Ride by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Barbara Stegall July 2021

What a great read. It has very thing you could want in a story! A grumpy old man and a mom with a teenage daughter. I was not sure where the story was going to go when the group meet for the first time but what a ride it was. Each page kept me engaged an turning the page to find out what happens next Thank you Manda for Grumbler’s story!

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Being Lost (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Barbara Stegall

Being Lost (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #1)Being Lost by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Being Lost (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Barbara Stegall July 2021
What a great read. It has very thing you could want in a story! A grumpy old man and a mom with a teenage daughter. I was not sure where the story was going to go when the group meet for the first time but what a ride it was. Each page kept me engaged an turning the page to find out what happens next Thank you Manda for Grumbler’s story!

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Out of Time (Westbeach Series Book 4) by Toni Denise – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Out of TiimeOut of Tiime by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A gripping novel of romantic suspense which had me gripped from page one. Lifelong tourist and adventure seeker Jessica was born with the travel bug but after years on the move she decides to open a bed and breakfast. However when Will, who has taken on his sisters children whilst she’s in rehab turns up at her B&B things take a dangerous turn for them both. Will decides to move himself and the children to a B&B for their safety when he starts to receive increasingly threatening letters demanding money. Will was definitely not thinking about falling in love when he sought refuge at a B&B but once he meets Jessica he thinks she could steal his heart. I loved the main characters and thought that both Jessica and Will were likeable and relatable characters which helped me feel engaged with them. The storyline flowed well and the plot twists kept me hooked and I found this to be a page turner of a novel. Both the set and the characters were bought to life by the authors descriptive narrative. I liked how the relationship developed between Jessica and Will despite the dangers they faced and their chemistry definitely came across in the writing. I read this as a standalone story but it is book four in the ‘Westbeach Series’, which I am now keen to read.

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Taking Flight (Code of Honor Book 2 ) by Brooke May – Review by Cindy Mayberry

Taking FlightTaking Flight by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Taking Flight
Code of Honor
Book 2
By Brooke May
☆☆☆☆☆
This is a full length novel, with those hot military men and the women in their lives.
Jody Meadows is everything her sister is not. Having an identical twin sister who is making it big in the music industry, is not as glamorous as one would think. Jody is just as talented as her sister, but not in the eyes of her family. It has come to the time of following her own dreams. Holt Preston is an Air Force Pilot. He is stuck on leave and just wants a good time out with his buddies. Maybe Find a one nighter and move on. Germany has the best beer and women so why not indulge? Only that is not what he found. Finding more than he has bargained for, Holt has much more to think about. Should Holt follow his heart? Could Jody finally break free from her sister and take flight? Only reading this story will answer those questions.

Brooke May is a new author for me, but sometimes you must give others a chance. Therefore Romance and Military is my new find. This story drew me in on page 1 and continued up till the end. Brooke has hit the nail on the head with this exciting romance. Holt and Jody could be the beginning to an amazing series. I am looking forward to reading more from Brooke May. Well Done Brooke May! Well Done!

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Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky

Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and PicturesLines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read books of poems before but Lines by Leon touches on topics that really make you think. It gives you a look at how someone else is feeling and their opinions about personal viewpoints, the environment, sports and more. The one I really liked was The First Snow. Reading Lines by Leon just makes you feel something, it’s a book about poems, music lyrics, prose, and just thoughts. I definitely can not wait for another collection From Leon Stevens. I really love his writing.

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Revenge (Least Likely Suspect Book 1) by Cooper McKenzie – Review by Shelly Kittell

Least Likely Suspect: RevengeLeast Likely Suspect: Revenge by Cooper McKenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Very intriguing book. A trip between the past and present that gives a view into a momma wanting revenge for her son’s killer. I would too if given the choice. It was a very original plot written with her falling into the misfits. Being a momma, I could feel every feeling she went through. The pain, sorrow, sadness and every other feeling our children put us through. A really wonderful suspense story that I would definitely recommend.

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Bad Man on Campus (Big Men on Campus Book 3) by Stephanie Queen – Review by Katie Mansfield

Bad Man on Campus (Big Men on Campus #3)Bad Man on Campus by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Just when you think you know what’s going to happen, a twist is thrown in and changes the story! I haven’t read a ton of suspense/romance novels but I think this one opened my eyes to the possibility of reading more because of the emotions I went through trying to figure out how it was all going to end! I loved the character development as well – I really felt like I knew the characters, even the side characters!

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Avenging Devil Part 1 (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Kelli Harper

Avenging Devil Part 1: Satan's Devils MC San DiegoAvenging Devil Part 1: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book Review: Avenging Devil, Part ONE
Author: Manda Mellett
FIVE STARS
UGH a cliff hanger !!. However that does not discourage me. I absolutely LOVE Saffie and Niran. They have a VERY hard road ahead of them. But OH MY the feels that Niran is experiencing are DEEP. Saffie… my heart is going out to her and I don’t know that I can wait until part two is released before I start hyperventilating.
Saffie’s story is heartbreaking. She is abused and tortured, it is no wonder she finds it hard to trust anyone and especially Niran since he is in an MC. UGH I just want them to find their happy-ever-after.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this story.
KLH

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Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria

Grumbler's Ride (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #2)Grumbler’s Ride by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again, I have been utterly taken in by a biker story. You would think it would get repetitive, but Manda Mellett does not write the same love story twice. Love can happen even when you aren’t looking. This book has all the common themes I have come to love and expect from this author: Love, Complex Characters, Tight Family Bonds, and Plot Twists that make for quite the RIDE! (tehe, see what I did there?). Some of it was hard to read, but helps the reader understand the characters better. Clear the space on your TBR, cause you’re likely going to want to pick up the next.

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Captured by the Viscount by Wareeze Woodson – Review by Karyn Taylor

Captured by the ViscountCaptured by the Viscount by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Captured By The Viscount is a great historical romance by Wareeze Woodson. I have now read a few of her historical romances and have become a big fan of her writing. I was never a big fan of historical romance before but it is a genre that I’m now enjoying much more, thanks to reading Wareeze Woodson’s books.
Captured By The Viscount had me hooked from the very first chapter when Isabel is literally caught by the viscount. Matthew, breaking into his home. The story flowed really well and kept me gripped right up to the very end.
As well as the romantic story of Isabel and Matthew there is danger and intrigue as they try to work out who is trying to kill Isabel, and why.
I loved the growing romance between Isabel and Matthew, although both have no idea how the other feels. This causes many amusing interactions between the two as they skirt around their growing feelings toward each other.
If you like a historical romance with a bit of sexiness thrown in, then I’d definitely recommend Captured By The Viscount. It’s well worth the read.

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Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Kelli Harper

Grumbler's Ride (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #2)Grumbler’s Ride by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book Review: Grumbler’s Ride
Author Manada Mellette
FIVE STARS
Book 2 in the Satan’s Devils MC San Diego chapter does NOT disappoint. Grumbler is a mid to late 50’s man who has not had the best of luck in life. He has resigned himself to being alone for the rest of his life and he is ok with that.
Mary is in her late 40’s and a single mom. She has her hands full with her head strong daughter who is trying to find a place in the difficult life of being a teenager.
Grumbler is approached by a man who take photographs. This is how he meets Mary, her daughter is modeling and they are using Grumbler’s motorcycle as a prop.
This story is funny as well disturbing. Some of the things the photographer is into is very shady and NOT COOL.
I love the way the Satan’s Devils are able to take down the trafficking of persons. So far I am in love with this series.
KLH

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Manifested Dreams by Dr. Yvonne Johnson – Review by Kelli Harper

Manifested DreamsManifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Book Review: Manifested Dreams
Author: Yvonne Johnson
Four Stars
This is a very short book of letters written through the years from members of an African-American family. Describing their experiences with being persons of color and their treatment. It starts with a girl who was an owned slave then continues through the years up to present day when Barack Obama was elected president and their reactions and hopes when that came about.
Very interesting read. I did learn quite a bit about some of the experiences that were had by people of a different race and culture.
KLH

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A Cold Day In Hell (Life Is Hell Book 5) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

A Cold Day in Hell (Life is Hell #5)A Cold Day in Hell by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series just keeps getting better and better with each book! What I love the most is that while these characters arent real, they have real and relatable issues, problems, insecurities.
When i open one of these books i feel like im sitting down with an old friend to catch up and see what has been happening in their life.

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The Halfling’s Court (A Bad-Ass Faerie Tale Book 1) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Heather Lovelace

The Halfling's Court (A Bad-Ass Faerie Tale Book 1)The Halfling’s Court by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Very interesting dive into the mashup of the far world and MC universe. I really liked how the author set up the story. It immediately grabbed my attention and provided me with an emotional touch point that kept me wondering how it would play into the events that would unfold. I enjoy this author’s writing and her unique spin on some classic themes. Very enjoyable read.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Avenging Devil Part 1 (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Heather Lovelace

Avenging Devil Part 1: Satan's Devils MC San DiegoAvenging Devil Part 1: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Speechless. Just speechless. I don’t know how the author ties it. Makes me so mad to be left standing without the second piece of the story and loving her all the more for it. Emotional and raw, this book – no words. I’m going to be reading this over and over until Part Two arrives. Major book hangover!

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by India Kells – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Lost Bastard by India Kells

Narrated by Antonio Turner

Five Stars

 

Lost Bastard is the first book in the Dark Sparrows series by India Kells. I have read/ listened to most of Ms Kells books, and I think this series is going to be a favorite of mine. The suspense and action really held my attention throughout the fast paced book. Deva and Aleksei make a wonderful couple. Both are strong characters who stick together to overcome evil. As they traverse through MCs, cage fighting and the mob, they learn about each other and their families. This series is going to be amazing if this book is any indication. I hope that the secondary characters will flow through the whole series. 

The narrator Antonio Turner has a great voice. This is the first book I have listened to by him. He really brought the characters to life and I’m looking forward to hearing more of his narrations.

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Awakening (The Journals Trilogy Book 3) AUDIO BOOK by D.M. Earl – Review by Heather Lovelace

Four stars

I enjoy this author and found myself transfixed as I listened to this book. It was emotional and I felt pulled into the story straight away. The narrator provided a real connection point and you could feel the emotional current through her tone. Enjoyed it.

Taking Flight (Code of Honor Book 2) by Brooke May – Review by Debi Kircher

Taking FlightTaking Flight by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Taking Flight (Code of Honor Book 2) by Brooke May

5 ++++ Stars

I really enjoyed this story. I fell so much in love with the first book of this series and hoped there would be more to follow. I was so excited when I saw this I one clicked immediately. This one showed me the other side of the sister/family dynamic. It broke my heart and made me angry, but also made me love Jody that much more. Patience, from the first book became one of my favorite characters ever, and Jody isn’t too far behind now. I love this author and this series. I hope it continues and I hope there is more to come from Centennial. I fell in love with this little town in Courage of Us and definitely want more.

This author has a way of grabbing me at page one and doesn’t let go till the end making it impossible to put her books down till they are over. I loved the way Jody took control and also researched and ended up where she did, how she did it was awesome, and the outcome was even more amazing. This can be read as a standalone but the characters from book one are mentioned often and I would highly recommend reading them in order just to have all of the stories and they are simply amazing so why not… I can’t wait for more of Jody and Holt, Patience and Duke, and also whoever is next. It has also made me want to go back and read book 1 again, so that’s the plan.

Awesome stories in this series.

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Beginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short Stories by Jane Suen-Review by Shadel Ayerbe

Beginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short StoriesBeginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short Stories by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short Stories by Jane Suen is a romance slice life kinda book. Each short story was wonderful.

Life never works out the way you expect it to. A father’s passionate quest to inform his kid about an essential part of his past; an accident that has a terrible effect on two lives in different ways; and a weekly routine that turns into the biggest surprise of all time. Beginnings and Endings is a trilogy of short stories that will leave you with a knot in your throat. Over a beloved bowl of breakfast, Grits Girl explores the beginning of a lifetime of love. The Accident is a bittersweet tale about how life can change in the blink of an eye. In the film The End of Summer, two men come to grips with their pasts thanks to an unexpected detour and a child’s pure delight. Each tale is full of surprising twists and turns, and there’s even a bonus flash fiction piece, Pick Me, to brighten your day.

I loved this story and the concept of it as well. I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. This is the first book that I have read from this author, I cant wait to read more.

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Awakening (The Journals Trilogy Book 3) AUDIO BOOK by D.M. Earl – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Awakening by D.M. Earl

Narrated by Torii Alaniz

Five Stars

 

Awakening is the third book in The Journals Trilogy by D.M. Earl. This series needs to be read/ listened to in order. This series is rough and addicting. There are definitely some triggers in this book. It was a roller coaster of a ride from the very beginning and it never stopped. This book starts where the first book leaves off. Quinn is an amazingly strong woman who has been through unthinkable things. Stone and his crew have come to help settle the score. This whole series was full of vibrant characters. I listened to this book in one sitting because I just had to know how it ended. It was totally worth it! 

 

This book was narrated by Torii Alaniz. Her voice was mellow and easy to listen to. She really brought the characters to life. I look forward to listening to many more books by her.

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Manifested Dreams by Dr. Yvonne Johnson – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Manifested DreamsManifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Manifested Dreams by Dr. Yvonne L. Johnson
Four Stars

Manifested Dreams is a short story by Dr. Yvonne L. Johnson. This is the first book I have read by Dr. Johnson, and I’m looking forward to reading more from this author. This was an intriguing and interesting perspective of history, stories told through letters from the past and discussing current issues. These were thought provoking issues on slavery and racism, and the differences and similarities in generations past and present. It was something different for me to read, but I really enjoyed the different perspectives. I look forward to reading more by this author.
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Georgia Clay (Southern Promises Book 1) by KG Fletcher- Review by Lauren West

Georgia Clay (Southern Promises, #1)Georgia Clay by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Distance does make the heart grow fonder her, and Katie and Clay prove that.People from separate worlds fighting a pull they can’t ignore. KG Fletcher shows us yet again that music is truly a connection no matter what world you’re from.
Katie and Clay are high school crush Reunited at a high school reunion. It gives all the good feels of a chemistry they can’t deny and a love that was meant to whether 16 or 26.

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