Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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

Born in Darkness is the 3rd book in the Mafia Elite series. I love this series and cant wait for the next book. Each book focuses on one couple within the 5 families in the Chicago Mafia. This book is the story of Emiliana and Stefano. They have known each other the whole lives, and liked each other since their teen years, but haven’t been able to pursue a relationship. Life of a Mafia underboss and Mafia princess are complicated, and you often can’t make your own choices. But when a rat is suspected within the family, they must put their feelings aside and focus on uncovering the traitor. Everyone has their suspicions, and the true rat was a shock to us all, me included. Things got a little graphic and dark during the interrogation, but I loved seeing that side of all the characters. It reminds us that they are raised to be tough and violent when needs call for it. I was happy with the ending, and cant wait to read Marco and Elena’s book next!

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

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

This engaging fast-paced story picks up where the previous book Murder At Lolly Beach left off and Eve Sawyer is back again and doing her thing in this the third book in this cozy mystery story. Whilst this could be read as a standalone, I recommend reading book 1 first to get the back story on this tenacious and quirky young woman. The one thing about this undergrad student is that trouble must be her middle name as she always finds herself in a pickle when trying to help. Eve just wants to get back to normality but when she is sucker punched with all the feels she enlists the help of others but that won’t help when dark secrets come to life and her life once again becomes endangered.
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A Cold Creek Christmas (Reigning Hearts, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by Angela Shirley

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A Cold Creek Christmas (Reigning Hearts, #5)A Cold Creek Christmas by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Amber has always stayed away from any celebrations, as the self-processed grinch she hates anything to do with Christmas not intentionally, but it stems from her Christmas pasts were not the greatest to celebrate.

Although she has not got a heart of ice, when a Italian chef enters the scene with his daughter things start to change and can the magic of Christmas melt her cold heart and can love shine through.

This story was heart-warming and brilliant, but to be fair anything by this author does not disappoint, the flow of the story was brilliant, and the characters interacted lovely together. I loved the fact that they are both flawed characters and that nothing will stop them from coming together. With Gio determined to make Amber enjoy Christmas but will she be able to let go and have the family and the life she craves for.

This is a great novella with full of love and Christmas spirit and a great quick read.

Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Shirley

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite, #3)Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am destined to be the King, but the only woman I ever wanted to be my queen is out of bounds. Can I survive my father’s rath and protect the woman I love, or will the family destroy anything I seek, plus with a traitor in our mist will I be able to live the life I want?

I fell in love a long time ago, but he is forbidden but I can not just stop loving him. We keep our relationship a secret for his sake and mine, but will I ever be able to come into the light and take what is mine.

As they try and navigate the life in the mafia, things are dangerous and with a traitor in the mix these two lovers are destined for heartbreak and tragedy. When Emiliana is attacked something shifts in her and she becomes a woman who is not to be messed with. Can they find out who is the mole within the five families and save themselves in the process you will have to read to find out?

This is a great addition to this series, and I think this was my favourite so far, Stefano and Emiliana have an enchanted love as you start the book with hidden secret encounters and stoles kisses it added an edge of excitement to the relationship.

The story was well developed and gripping all the way through, I loved the way the characters interacted with each other and you’re just willing them along. The hardship that is written with each words have your heart-breaking with each paragraph. I can’t wait to read the next instalment in this series and see what happens in the world of Five families.

Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kelli Harper

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite, #3)Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Book Review: Born In Darkness
Author: Amy McKinley
FOUR STARS
Stefano and Emiliana get their story told in this Mafia romantic suspense. This is the 3rd book in the Mafia Elite Series.
Just like the first two, we meet another of the Mafia Princesses and the soon to be man of her life. Stefano just has to get rid of his father and he will be able to take over his familly.
Emiliana and Stefano have been hiding their feelings about each other from everyone due to all of the things happening in the families. It was too risky to come out about them. Now though, is it the only thing that can keep Emiliana safe?
I didn’t think this book has as much suspense and conflict as the first two books. But is was still a good quick read and All of the main characters from the first two books are still here in this one helping to find the answers to all of the Mafia issues.
KLH

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen Series Book1) by Anise Eden – Review by Jess Engel

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Very interesting! Neve, who just returned to work after a traumatic near-death experience, finds herself at the center of a chaotic and apocalyptic threat…but could it really be? This book was unlike anything I’ve ever read before and was quite intriguing. This was a romantic suspense meets psychological thriller type read full of twist and turns. It kept me interested throughout and the characters were well-developed and likable. Though it was largely suspenseful, I loved the bits of humor thrown into the story. This book really has it all and is an original work that is worth the read. My mind is still twisted with this story and intricacies crafted by this author.

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Dead Sound ( Things Unseen Series Book 1 ) by Anise Eden – Review by Carla Clemmons

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a great page turner! This book jumps right into the story on page one! I love Neve’s character and her passion for others. She just wants to help her patients heal, a certain patient in particular when she finds out about his involvement. Con and his caring nature does not go unnoticed.There are definitely twists that you won’t expect all through the book. As the story unfolds it will continue to surprise you! Definitely a must read!!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Corine Lombardi

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

This is officially one of the best books I ever read!
It is hard to review this genre because anything can give you a clue of what’s going to happen.
This was a slow suspended challenging read in the best way.
Every page brings questions and you have no idea what is real.
Once you finish you still may question reality.
Aria is questioning herself, mentally physically emotionally.
What is wrong with me?
What type of person am I?
What is my purpose?
Everything you thought you know, you don’t.
This author is masterful in creating the idea that you are living through this protagonist.
This read is unforgettable, this will have you going back and forth thinking you missed something.
The ending is a hit to the gut.
Prepare yourself for one of the best reads in this genre.
Standing ovation on this I am still amazed.

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Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky

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Fall to PiecesFall to Pieces by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am not much of a Thriller Reader, this is my second or third time reading a one and let me say that I was not disappointed. I was intrigued when I read the synopsis and when I read the first chapter I couldn’t put it down. It literally grabs ahold of you and makes up want more. I love the plot and the characters. I truly enjoyed reading this book and will be a fan of the author forever. I can’t wait to read another book by her.

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Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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Fall to PiecesFall to Pieces by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After the tragic death of Lexi’s husband by his hands. Lexi is a homicide deceive whose case is hunting a serial killer. Lexi reminds me of a lot of female cops who have something to prove. So I can relate to that. Love this book can’t wait to read next one.

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The Colors of Darkness by Feather Chelle – Review by Rachel Moss

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Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity BookColors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really good book! It was cute, sweet and also informative. While it was written in a way to inform younger children, it works to inform older kids and even adults as well! I loved the poems in this book, they were so descriptive! There are games and activities you can play to help visualize how a blind person lives everyday. There was even a crash course in reading braille and sign language! For such a small and short book, this one is jam packed with information and activities! I really did enjoy this one.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Jessica Phillips

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed reading this one. Between the characters, the use of magic and the world in which it transported me to… I can’t decide what I enjoyed more.
But I am leaning more toward the amazing world building of this story… it felt real.
Ian Troy, a Shinree, addicted to his magic he is born to fight in a longstanding war, and goes against orders and uses the Crown of Stone to end the war. It comes with a huge price tag and destroyed lives.
He casts himself into exile for 10 years and even though he refrains from using magic, he turns to wine to help with that addiction.
I enjoyed his character and his development over the course of the book. Excided to get book 2 to continue with this tale.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price AUDIO BOOK by C. L. Schneider – Review by Ashley Hasting

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Just like we all learned from Once Upon A Time, all magic comes with a price. With the main character of this story, he truly had a price to pay with the crown stone he came upon and used in anger 10 years past. He now has to help his people as well as the citizens for magic is beyond the horizon about to be used for evil. There are many dramas with family, enemies, friends, and mutual acquaintances, and every single one is great to listen to. If you like reading about magic, try this one out!

Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Robin Rankin

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

Born in Darkness is the third book in the Mafia Elite series and oh my goodness, so much happens and so many questions I had were answered.   I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait for the next book comes out.

This author is quickly becoming one of my favorites and I will actively look for her books so I don’t miss one of her amazing suspenseful books.

Emiliana and Stefano were burning it up with the tension between them and man was it worth the wait, well at least for me.  There is just so much that happens that I can’t get into too much for fear it will give something away accidentally and I will not ruin this great book for someone

Em, Lil and Sofia are women you would not to make mad and I love.  I love all of these amazingly strong women who are not afraid to get their hand dirty but will also let their men take control when necessary.

I cannot recommend this book enough.  Please just trust me

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Heather Bass

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

I have read a few books from this author but she continues to blow my mind. This is the third book in the very addictive Mafia Elite series. You can read this book as a stand alone but there are previous characters in this story as well. I was so excited when I got this book I stopped everything and started to read it immediately. I could not put this book down until the end. I’m so excited to see what she will write next.

Stefano Rossi is just waiting for the time when he is on the throne. He hates his father and can’t wait until the day he leaves the earth. Stefano has always loved one woman , the beautiful Emiliana Vitale. He has to keep her a secret due to their family. Stefano finds out there is a rat in the mix and he needs to find out who it is. He doesn’t want to put Emiana into danger but he can’t resist her anymore. He needs her in his life but is it the right time? Will Stefano find out who is betraying them or will it be too late?

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Candida Hopper

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

This is the third book in this series and I loved it! Each book just keeps getting better. This is Emiliana and Stefano’s story and it is full of action. There are many obstacles in their life that have kept these two apart. This is a must read to find out if they can find a way to be together. This book can be read as a standalone but it is my suggestion that you read the other two in this series not only because they are awesome but also because you will have a better understanding of some of the other characters. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat at times wondering what’s going to happen. This story is also full of lies, deceit, romance and great characters. The author does an amazing job pulling you into the story and you can’t help but become completely invested in the outcome. I highly recommend this book.

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No Names to Be Given by Julia Brewer Daily – Review by Shelly Kittell

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No Names to Be GivenNo Names to Be Given by Julia Brewer Daily
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a truly wonderful story. The three story within it are beautiful, poignant yet haunting. You find yourself thinking about the experience and what could have been done instead. No experience is the same; yet they are in a way. The emotional roller coaster will definitely be felt with this one. Beautiful, emotional, and heartfelt story. I recommend you read it. I would have given it 10 stars if I could have.

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Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC #2) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett – Review by Robin Rankin

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This is the second book in the Satan’s Devils MC series and I’m completely obsessed with this series.  I started reading further into the series and had not had the opportunity to go back and get caught up with the older books.  When I saw she was releasing the series on Audiobook I was so excited that I was going to get caught up.

Drummer is the President of the Mother chapter of the club and is quite content with his life until he meets a damsel in distress.  She flips his world upside down pretty quick.

The narrators did an amazing job bringing Drummer, Sam and the rest of the club to life for me and I found myself going on a drive just to get a little more listening time that day.

These books are standalone, but it is so helpful to listen/ read in order so you know the back stories.

Looking forward to the next book to be released, hoping the narrators are good as Sierra Kline and Logan McAllister if they are the ones.

Dead Sound (Things Unseen Series Book1) by Anise Eden – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m definitely a sucker when it comes to romance. Especially a brewing romance. Neve returning to work after being stabbed by an unstable mental patient. Dr. Con who is a coworker of Neve is pursuing his love interest Neve, who has suffered so much. Neve returns to work and patients are worshipping her.

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Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC #2) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria

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Rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author is fast becoming one of my favorites. Each book in the Satan’s Devils MC series is unexpected, immersive, and heart wrenching. This book is no different. Drummer is the president of the Satan’s Devils MC. He passing by a stranded Sam. Little does he know, this chance meeting will change his future, and the lives of many other club members forever. Drummer is your bad boy with a kind soul, and I feel in love with him right away. Sam is a woman who is constantly underestimated, and I related to her immediately. Their story was wonderful to experience, and the danger that follows makes this book one you just can’t put down. Though this author does a wonderful job of making each of her books unique, you can always expect an epic love story filled with danger, action, and “to hurt them you have to get through me” tenacity! I look forward to her other books. If you have been thinking about give the Satan’s Devils MC books a try, do it!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by April McCoy

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

C.L. Schneider did an amazing job spinning this tale! Book one in the series and she had me HOOKED. A more modern take on the magic fantasy but with such an amazing plot and characters. I loved reading this book and couldn’t put it down. I felt like I was actually there with the descriptive way she explained places and I loved the little escape this book brought for me! So well thought out! Definitely recommend to anyone looking for this style of book and can’t wait to read the rest of them!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by stephanie nicole

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

I have never read anything by this author, but I have to admit that the cover of this book and its title had me very intrigued from the beginning.This book has so much to offer its thought provoking, dark, tense, and twisted. This story is such an intricately woven story, that you’ll never see what’s coming next. Full of secrets, mind games, deception and more, there are so many twists and turns might feel a little crazy by the end. This author gives us not only a fantastic story by fantastic characters to go along with it. Their lives all connected by dark things including manipulation and more. While physiological thrillers are not normally my thing this one was fantastic and I highly recommend.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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

I loved this book and the meaning behind the story. I do not have small children but I find that I am young at heart and the message of encouraging to be great really took a hold of me. I think no matter what age you are this book following Priscida and her adventures to greatness has a great message. This book made me smile from ear to ear and I know when I am feeling down or need a pick me up I will definitely re-read this wonderful children’s story that really encourages us to be “great”.

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Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Fall to PiecesFall to Pieces by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was gripped from start to finish by this exciting and engaging romantic suspense novel. The main characters were well developed and realistic and the chemistry between the two of them came across in the writing. Homicide Detective Alexandra Danvers and her partner Detective Xavier Knight are determined to bring Arthur Book, a known child murderer to justice. However, Xavier is actually a police corruption specialist who is undercover as Lexi’s partner, but is really evaluating her fitness for duty. As the investigation into the child killer continues Xavier is worried that if he concentrates on his actual mission, then it could have serious consequences for the murder case, allowing Book to walk free. Things become more complicated for the pair as the more time they spend together on their covert investigation into Book’s, they can no longer ignore their growing feelings for one another. The pair become in danger of not only loosing their careers but also their lives as the case continues. The storyline flows well and I felt immersed in the investigation due to the descriptive narrative. I was kept hooked by the plot twists and stayed up late to finish the book as it was hard to put down. This was an enjoyable read which I would recommend.

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Diabolical Sword (The Charm Collector Book 1) by Melissa Erin Jackson – Review by Jennifer reimer

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Diabolical SwordDiabolical Sword by Melissa Erin Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I couldn’t put it down, well other than when I had to go to work. This book was incredible and so entertaining to read. it really sucked me in to know what was going to happen next. A sword and a girl that gets into some trouble, and trying to get out of it, with a sword that just wouldn’t leave her alone. Getting into mischief that she does really showed her thou who her friends were and who she could trust. I love reading books on different views to with the supernatural type, like who some write that you can see a vampire in a mirror, and in this particular book she wrote her own little twist with vampires that I found interesting. I love how all the characters have a very strong bond with each other, and how much they care for one another. I really enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read more.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Kerry Baker

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

What an intriguing story. This is one of those books that will keep you completely captivated from start to finish.  The book is so intense and dark.  I could not look away from what I was reading.  So many times I thought I had this book figured out and each time I was wrong.  This author turns you upside down and inside out and you really have no clue what is happening.
This is one of those books you just have to read and I would urge you to do so today. This is a fantastically thrilling story that will grip your attention and make you question so much. Just amazing.

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King Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel Book 6) by India Kells – Review by Angela Shirley

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King Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #6)King Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

He was a lone wolf until he found his brothers, trying to take down there father he nearly lost them all. Now they all have families I can let them sacrifice themselves for my vendetta.

Sasha was my shining beacon even if she does not know, I can not let my father know I have a weakness but can I live my life without her.

I have loved this series and finally getting to read “Oz’s” story was brilliant, I have always love Sasha as a secondary character and was the perfect pair with Lazarus. Sasha was full of sass and independence that only really could match the grumpy brother, this was brilliant that the story brought the softer side to him and I loved the interaction between the two of them.

The way the author weaved the web and the story through each of the books was brilliantly, I am sad that this is the end of the story and that we have to say goodbye to these great characters but can’t wait to read more books by this wonderful author.

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

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

I absolutely love Christmas so I’m always a sucker for Christmas movies and books. This book did not disappoint! This is my 2nd book by this author and I enjoyed it very much. It’s so easy to understand Amber’s views on Christmas. I loved reading about her and Gio!

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Piasa (Legends Series Book 3) by Maggie Adams – Review by Edie Kelleher

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Piasa (Legends, #3)Piasa by Maggie Adams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

love a good shifter book and this one definitely met my expectations. Could be read as a standalone, but I would recommend reading the series from the start. Delta and Jax are both extremely likable characters, and I felt they had great chemistry. The author has done a great job of world building and plot writing, pulling me into the story and wanting more. Cant wait to see what comes next in this series!

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King Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel Book 6) by India Kells – Review by Tracy Manderson

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King Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #6)King Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read all the books in this series and this one was the one I was waiting for the dark mysterious Lazarus King and he has risen from the dead and with the help of his brothers they will defeat their enemy their father who has wreaked havoc on them and others.
He has been trying to find their father but its hard to find a needle in a haystack. He has made sure everyone is safe but he didn’t expect the unexpected and that’s Sasha Landry the doctor who has wreaked havoc on his heart and now she is gone.
Now these Bastard brothers have two missions one is to save Sasha and the other is to find and destroy their father. Will the brothers find these two together? Will it be to late for OZ to tell Sasha how he feels? Will the brothers finally destroy their father?
You will need to read this story to find out but I do recommend you read the series in order to fully get the series…

Tracy

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