The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior Series Book 1) by Griffin Brady – Review by Betsy Melano

/0 Comments/in /by

The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior, #1)The Heart of a Hussar by Griffin Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It’s been a while since I’ve read a historical fiction book. This was a great book to get back into this genre. This story has great characters who made it interesting and the descriptions of the scenes took me on a trip into the 17th century. Adding in some romance, action, and so much more had me reading late into the night. It was interesting to follow these brave warriors who worked to protect Poland. I can’t wait to read the next book.

View all my reviews

MURDER OFF ROUTE 82 (Eve Sawyer Mystery Book 3) by Jane Suen – Review by Betsy Melano

/0 Comments/in /by

Murder off Route 82 (Eve Sawyer Mystery, #3)Murder off Route 82 by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in the series and I’ve enjoyed reading the stories written by this author. It’s great to read how Eve works through crimes in each book. The characters are great and I love Eve’s strength coming through in her thought process. The story had me thinking that I knew who the murderer was but it turned out to be someone different. Love it when things turn out how I don’t expect it. I highly recommend this author and hope to read more books from her in the future.

View all my reviews

Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3) by Anna Paige – Review by S. Bittles

/0 Comments/in /by

Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3)Embracing Jared by Anna Paige
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first read in the “Thrill of the Chase” series, and I will definitely be reading the first two books! This Author has a beautiful writing style and will have you feeling every range of emotion.

I loved this book, very relatable characters and situations making it hard to put the book down. The Author is very attentive to detail and offers a smooth, easy read. I think I’m going to want this series on my shelf!

View all my reviews

Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3) by Anna Paige – Review by Sunday Barnaby

/0 Comments/in /by

Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3)Embracing Jared by Anna Paige
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Embracing Jared (Thrill Of the Chase Book 3) by Anna Paige
Five Stars

I freaking love this series. This author writes amazingly descriptive characters and this book is no exception. This book can be read as a stand alone, but I highly recommend you read the series in order to get the full dynamic of this series. It is well worth you time and money because it is an awesome series. As in the first two books, this book is full of all the feels. I was crying, laughing and wholeheartedly touched by this story. Jared is a rock god and Madison is caring for Jared’s father. It makes for some sizzling hot scenes, but also delves into deep issues of elder care. This book is in my top five reads of the year. I can’t wait to see what this author will bring us next.

Review by @sunbarn
View all my reviews

Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tina Vega

/0 Comments/in /by

Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite, #3)Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Finally Stefano and Emiliana’s story…I have been looking forward to this one. I have seen snippets of these two and I can honestly say their romance lived up to the hype. Emiliana is fighting to get her life back together after being in a human trafficking situation. Dealing with PTSD, Emiliana gives us a realistic view of dealing with traumatic events. And the knight in shining armor is Stefano. It was a steamy romance that I loved!!

View all my reviews

Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Angela Shirley

/0 Comments/in /by

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When on the outside you are a professional, strong woman trying to help the police in an investigation but secretly your world is falling apart and spiralling away from you.

Aria’s world seems stable from the outside but as she is brought in for her expertise with a woman who has been found wondering, so delves and self diagnoses herself trying to banish the demons in her head but can she help both of them.

This is the first book I have read by this author and oh whoa was a book, this book is a real mind bend and you are left thinking and absorbing what you have read for a few days after. The writing is brilliant and the story twists through the life of Dr Aria De Luca, with her narrative from inside her head this is a fascinating read.

The way the story is written you as the read are a character in the book, wondering through the narrative and drawing you own conclusions through the complex twists and turns. I really can’t wait to read more books by this wonderful author and recommend whole heartily this book to people who love a good phycological thriller.

Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by Edie Kelleher

/0 Comments/in /by

Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports RomanceBlindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a rollercoaster! This book takes you on a whirlwind of emotions, from cheering them on one minute to wanting to scream the next. I loved how well written it was, keeping my turning those pages, and the complexity of the character growth throughout. Definitely recommend for anyone who enjoys enemies to lovers.

View all my reviews

Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Lucy Vincent

/0 Comments/in /by

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by this author, but let me tell you- this book is absolutely ASTOUNDING. From the get-go, she pulls you into the world of Aria, and you can’t help but just dive in. She does a wonderful job showing the traumas of these women, artistically describing the pain and the beauty as she weaves this story together. Once you think you have it figured out- it changes on you and challenges you to keep up with Aria and her world. If you enjoy thrillers and crime, this is the book for you. I absolutely loved it and I can’t wait to see what else this author has in store with her other books.

View all my reviews

Apocalypse Thoughts ( The Pox Series Book 5 ) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Carla Clemmons

/0 Comments/in /by

Apocalypse ThoughtsApocalypse Thoughts by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a great dystopian read that is eerily possible that it could happen! I adore Kella. I adore her for so many reasons but mostly her thoughts. Her relationship with Huck is the best. Then of course there are plot twist that you aren’t expecting! I did not mind losing sleep over reading this book. I want more of this story and more of this authors writing style! You definitely wouldn’t regret reading this book! Now to read the prequel!

View all my reviews

Master Trentino (Masters of the Consulate Book 3) by Sylvia Black – Review by Cindy Rushin

/0 Comments/in /by

Master TrentinoMaster Trentino by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Once again I was blown away, this series just keeps getting better and better. Trentino and Angel’s story took through many twists and turns but again we got our happy ending. This author tells really great stories that have powerful men and women finding love amidst a challenging time. I look forward to reading the next book in this series.

View all my reviews

Master Tuscano (Masters of the Consulate Book 2) by Sylvia Black – Review by Sylvia Black

/0 Comments/in /by

Master Tuscano: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 2)Master Tuscano: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this novel. It is the second book of a series about vampires and it definitely brought the same drama, adventure, and romance that was in the first novel. Christian and Delilah’s story was nonstop suspenseful and had so many twists and turns. I cannot wait to see where this series is going and what the author has in store for us as readers.

View all my reviews

Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Jenni Bishop

/0 Comments/in /by

Apocalypse Thoughts: A Story for the Possible End Times (The Pox Series)Apocalypse Thoughts: A Story for the Possible End Times by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

A YA dystopian tale about a pandemic like we are currently facing but add in a bit of the Walking Dead and the like. The story is told by our protagonist and has action and suspense, with a dash of sassiness, frustrations and is thought provoking. This action adventure tells the story of YA’s learning to navigate not only this strange new world but also becoming an adult whilst trying to meet their goal and hopefully help mankind. It is full of the pitfalls that YA face, like self-doubt, self-consciousness, etc. whilst trying to dodge cannibals and hyenas, add in some humour to lighten the load to this apocalyptic world.
I am sure YA’s will find this relatable and enjoy the adventure.
Reviewed by @jennadb

View all my reviews

Master Descallia (Masters of the Consulate Book 1) by Sylvia Black – Review by Cindy Rushin

/0 Comments/in /by

Descallia: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 1)Descallia: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love novels about vampires and romance. This novel did not disappoint me. The story of Salvatore and Lucianna had it all, romance, suspense, drama, a villain, and adventure. It is always a good time when we can see a strong male find love and happiness with an equally strong female and I loved reading their story. This is the first in a series and I cannot wait to continuing the adventure as we work to figure out who is working against the vampires.

View all my reviews

Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Deb Robinson

/0 Comments/in /by

Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a cute and friendly book. The message of greatness is one all our children should hear daily. The author was on the perfect path in the book. I will keep this one close for when my grandson is a little older. If you have not read this book to your child, I recommend it fully. Life can change when you least expect it too. This is a warm and fuzzy book. Enjoy!!!

View all my reviews

Red’s Peril Part 2: The Prez’s Old Lady (Satan’s Devils MC Vegas Chapter #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Debi Kircher

/0 Comments/in /by

Red's Peril Part 2: The Prez's Old Lady (Satan's Devils MC Vegas #2)Red’s Peril Part 2: The Prez’s Old Lady by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Red’s Peril Part 2: The Prez’s Old Lady (Satan’s Devils MC Vegas Chapter #2) by Manda Mellett

5 Stars

I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this book after finishing Part 1. I’ve read so many of this author’s books it feels like the MC is just part of my life now. Don’t even try to read this one without reading part 1, I did read it and had to stop and think and remember a few things. This is just another addition to an awesome multi series story. A series that spans many different chapters but still feels like one family.

Red and Cher’s story was awesome, although they didn’t grab me quite as quickly as many others’ stories it was still a book I had a hard time putting down for the everyday life things. It touched on subjects that have become a reality in real life and “keeping it real” is what has made me fall in love with this author.

Each story in all of these chapter series is always fresh and new, never predictable and as always I can not wait for more.

If you have not entered the Satan’s Devils clubhouses yet, I highly recommend you open that door, you will never want to leave!

View all my reviews

Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

/0 Comments/in /by

Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my goodness, this town is my favorite and i want to live here!
CC can only count on herself and her 2 best friends in life. She’s got a crush that if she has anything to say about, will go nowhere, on the towns medical professional Brant.
These two, oh I loved them more than the previous books, they fought so hard and learned so much.
I really enjoyed the laughter and the sweet moments.
What a great book!

View all my reviews

Strega- Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell review by- Stephanie Driskill

/0 Comments/in /by

Strega - Magic: The Spirit Never DiesStrega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Picture this- a little villa in Italy where the center of town is a fountain. The smell of olive trees and many herbs float in the breeze. I can see myself at the fountain the day the news came forth from a crazy woman- pregnant. Who would believe such lies from her? Well, the truth has been told and the sisters who live on the outskirts of town and society are seeing to that pregnancy. The story takes a turn for the worst and the sisters are rushed off to America. I can relate to the sisters living on the outskirts of society as I too have never felt like I lived or belonged in mainstream. I use herbs, oils, and tonics to keep well and to heal others. I wear crystals in my clothes and worship all that Nature provides for us to use. I am a moon child and flow with the waxing and waning of the moon cycles.
Annie in our present day undergoes a journey of self-realization and lives up to her Italian roots. An amazing story of a family through the centuries and how they cope with their unusual background and personalities to become strong women. I absolutely loved this story! It was a great read and so easy to relate to the women that I found myself caught up in the story and the excitement. I journeyed with the sisters and experienced self-discovery with Annie. Definitely a must-read story for those who feel like they too live on the outskirts but have so much knowledge to share.

View all my reviews

Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Robin Rankin

/0 Comments/in /by

Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unlikely to Stay is the third book in the Parker Lake series. I had forgotten how great the people in this small town were. The older people just keep getting funnier and funnier in each book. Goodness knows what we’re going to end up in the next book.

CC and Brant’s story was so sweet. She learned things aren’t always what they seem to be. He learned to always listen to your Mama. Now to get my kids to learn that…

Living in Texas I have come across plenty of small towns and I swear I recognized people in the book. I have started make sure I’m in one of my Longhorns shirts when reading her books since there are several mentions of the school North of the Red River. 😉  This is another great book and I’m so looking forward to the next one in this series.

View all my reviews
Lo

The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior Series Book 1) by Griffin Brady – Review by Vanessa Watts

/0 Comments/in /by

The Heart of a Hussar (The Winged Warrior, #1)The Heart of a Hussar by Griffin Brady
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love reading historical based literature but found myself very unfamiliar with the Polish army or the winged hussars as they are called. What makes this a truly exceptional read is the way the author describes the time period from the soldiers’ armor to the lands they hold dear. The author is able to draw in the reader without overloading you with knowledge. It is enough detail to transport you to the 17th century and allow your mind to build a 3d replica in your mind to visually wander through. The interactions between the characters are dynamic and very relatable with Jacek and his captain who has serious disdain for him.

Our main character Jacek Debrowski is a newly appointed Lieutenant in the Polish army fighting Muscovy forces. He is everything a good lieutenant should be brave, loyal, fair, good hearted and above all a good leader. He is selected to go on a foraging mission for supplies for his soldiers when he comes to a town being ransacked by lost men who have no fealties to either side. He sticks his neck out to save a young girl Oliwia and her brother after seeing the devastation of their home and the people who they were living with. He takes them back to his lands in Poland which sets off a chain of events that no one can predict the conclusion too. Will Jacek and Oliwia let their budding romance bloom or will it present too much trouble? Will Jacek have to let go of his ultimate dreams with the Polish army? If you like romance novels with action and adventure aplenty then definitely take a chance on this book. I fully believe you’ll fall in love with the characters and their plight just as I did. Now to wait for book 2 so I can pick up where this one left off!

View all my reviews

Holiday Hope (Holiday Express Book 1) by Shanna Hatfield review by – Stephanie Driskill

/0 Comments/in /by

Holiday Hope (Holiday Express Book 1)Holiday Hope by Shanna Hatfield
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

You’re on a train headed from Cincinnati to Oregon as a mail order bride. Can you imagine all the crazy thoughts, hopes, and dreams you might have for the future? Will the man be handsome? Will he be a good husband? Will he treat me right and be faithful? Will we in time learn to love each other? Set in the Old West comes a tale of life and love. New beginnings can be very scary especially if you do not know what or who is waiting for you at the end of the train ride, one in which was robbed on the way to Holiday, her new home she hopes. Cora Lee full of hope for her future embarks on this ride and arrives to some very peculiar circumstances. Not being met by the man who ordered her but rather by his father. Settling into this new ranch and life, Cora Lee does find love, friendship, and a family. This was such a great story and easy to read. My favorite thing about the story is that it is told from many perspectives and the reader is privy to inner thoughts and secrets of all the main characters. It read just like a Hallmark movie, and I LOVED it! Pick up this book for an easy to read entertaining and uplifting story that truly does stay true to the title of Holiday Hope. Believe in the magic of having hope and know that all things will work out in the end.

View all my reviews

Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Jamie Zabolotney

/0 Comments/in /by

Priscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in OthersPriscida Finds Greatness: In Herself and in Others by Constance Mays
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This children’s book is a great little read. By following Pricinda the cat on her adventures, children can learn to find greatness in their everyday lives. Pricinda is an alley cat who gets captured by animal control but this story doesn’t end there! Pricinda is then adopted and her adventures just begin.

This book would be a great read for any child or classroom setting. In a world where children are constantly faced with comparing themselves to others, this book helps them to see that greatness can take on many forms.

View all my reviews

Thief of Magic (Shadowed Minds Book 1) by Bree Moore – Review by Jamie Zabolotney

/0 Comments/in /by

Thief of Magic (Shadowed Minds, #1)Thief of Magic by Bree Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author was a new read for me. I was a bit lost at the beginning of the book and could have used a bit more back story and walk through of some of the terms and definitions before jumping right in, but with that being said I did enjoy this book. The main character Lee was quite endearing with her vulnerabilities.

Lee has a unique magic that allows her to shift between the veil of this world and the next where she can move around without being seen or heard, a great asset for a thief! The major problem is that every time she uses this magic it is slowly killing her.

There was a ton of action in this book which made it a great page turner. I look forward to book 2.

View all my reviews

Master Trentino (Masters of the Consulate Book 3) by Sylvia Black – Review by Jules Herbert

/0 Comments/in /by

Master TrentinoMaster Trentino by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This wonderful author never fails to hook you from the very start and the 3rd book in this amazing series definitely does exactly that! If you love a great paranormal romance filled with action, suspense and of course the all important Steam then this is the book, no series for you. While I do think you could read just this book if you chose too, I highly recommend reading the series from the start as there is a story line that threads through them all which will keep you wanting to know more and more. The two characters heavily featured in this book, Master Trentino and Angel, end up sharing such a strong connection it will make you almost envious. Characters from previous books will reappear and you will learn a little more about the Consulate and the vampire world. All I can really say without giving too much away is grab this series today and get reading!!!!

View all my reviews

The Unholy by Paul DeBlassie III – Review by Kerry Carr

/0 Comments/in /by

The UnholyThe Unholy by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really interesting story about good vs evil. The author has an amazing way of bringing a work of fiction to life and making the reader feel like it could actually happen in reality. The characters are really well written. You can feel the trauma and emotion that Claire goes through everyday since losing her mother and how it affects her decisions years later.
This story is unique in the way it has great links with history and beliefs such as medicine women.
Claire is trying to get on with her life. Since losing her mum her life hasn’t been the same. She doesn’t want to embrace her life as the last medicine women as all she knows is that life leads to death so she carries on denying her heritage and trying to find her mothers killer.
Eventually she realises she needs to face her past and her heritage and embrace it if she stands any chance of facing her mothers killer.

This story is a rollercoaster of emotions. It’s also a good insight into religion and how it can be used for good and evil depending on your take on things. You can feel the anguish Claire goes through as she fights what is her destiny and overwhelming fear she goes through as she prepares to fight the evil that killed her mother.

View all my reviews

Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Emily McCoy

/0 Comments/in /by

Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite, #3)Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one of my favorite series and authors so I expected nothing but the best and she absolutely delivered! I loved Emiliana and Stefano, they have moved to my favorite characters of the series. Each book is a standalone about different people but is worth reading from the first book! It was an emotional rollercoaster I did not want to get off of. All in all I will always recommend these to anyone who loves a good Mafia Romance!

View all my reviews

The Unholy by Paul DeBlassie III – Review by Jules Herbert

/0 Comments/in /by

The Unholy: A Supernatural TaleThe Unholy: A Supernatural Tale by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am going to be really honest here and say that I have mixed feelings about this book but my reasons for saying that are not what you probably think. This author is a fantastic author and gave us a well crafted story with some characters I liked and some that totally creeped me out! I have been left with mixed feelings because this is not a genre I usually am drawn to read but at the same time, while made feel uncomfortable at times, it also drew me in and I had to know what was going to happen next. Now that has to be the sign of a great book right? If you love horror, especially if it is set in a world that makes you feel like it could be all too real, then this is the story for you. I will be recommending this to all my horror reading fans.

View all my reviews

A Cold Creek Christmas (Reigning Hearts, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by Chelsea Borders

/0 Comments/in /by

A Cold Creek Christmas (Reigning Hearts, #5)A Cold Creek Christmas by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Cold Creek Christmas (Reigning Hearts, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by Chelsea Borders
This read just flew by me. It was short but honestly made and impact and left me wanting more. If you are looking for a hopeless romance, Christmas spirit, or even just the small town intimacy, this is definitely your book.
In his Christmas tale a local small town bar owner, Amber, is known as the town’s grinch because she refuses partake or even acknowledge that Christmas exists. To rescue he from her holiday pessimism enters Giovanni, the son of the towns Italian Mama.
Instantly amber is shocked to find herself falling head over heels for her newest friend. But the book poses the question of whether Amber’s rocky past inhibit her from making a happy future.

View all my reviews

Kermode (Legends Series Book 2) by Maggie Adams – Review by Erin Wolf

/0 Comments/in /by

Kermode (Legends, #2)Kermode by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This a hot supernatural romance with and underlying story of suspense. The second in the series, this book revolves around Piper and Noah. They are great characters and so different from anything I have read before. I was so drawn into this book and I could not put it down. Everyone in this book is different from each other and so interesting. It has so many emotions, you really feel this story. My only negative is that there is so much more that could be written about this story. I think it would be even better as a longer book.

That being said, this is a good Paranormal Romance with some sexy scenes as with as suspense/action. If you are a fan of this in a story that is unlike any you have read before, I highly recommend it.

View all my reviews

Master Trentino (Masters of the Consolate Book 3)by Sylvia Black- Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

/0 Comments/in /by

Master TrentinoMaster Trentino by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Trentino and Angel are EPIC. I have loved every single book in this series. Each book is better than the last. I can’t wait for Lucas and Embry.

View all my reviews

Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

/0 Comments/in /by

Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3) – Olivia Sherwood

5-star review

This is a must-read romance! It’s the third book in the Parker Lake series, a series that can be read as standalones as there’s so much main character and supporting character detail that makes it really easy to follow along. But to fully appreciate this series I would suggest reading it in order to get the full picture!

Unlikely to Stay is sweet, romantic, detailed and laugh out loud funny! This author’s writing always pulls me right in from the start, I couldn’t put this book down and I ended up reading it in one sitting. The characters are so relatable and easy to connect with which made it for a really entertaining read! Plus, this series has some very memorable supporting characters.

This is a book and series I would recommend to anyone looking for their next romance read! And like always I look forward to reading more from this author in the future!

View all my reviews