Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Angela Shirley

Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unlikely to Stay by Olivia Sherwood is the third book in the Parker Lake series and is centred around Brant and Colleen or CC as she is know by and is a great romantic story.

The story is a fast flowing, well written story which brought theses to characters to life, I love a book that you can just get lost into and Unlikely to stay is a great story to do this with. I enjoyed all the characters that were in this book but I especially enjoyed the chemistry between the two main characters Brant and Colleen.

Brant is a nurse practitioner and Colleen or CC is a hairdresser within the town of Parker, both have serious crushes on each other but are not prepared to admit just yet that until one night CC’s friend’s decide to bid in the bachelor auction and buy CC a date with the handsome Brant.

They hit it off and the rest is history, but will there pasts be the ending to the new relationship they have created or will it be too late for it to be over. I can’t wait for the next book in this series and hope these wonderful characters are included in the other books. I would recommend this series to my friends.

Flying on the Inside: A Memoir of Trauma and Recovery by Rachel Gotto – Review by Colleen Noyes

Flying on the Inside: A Memoir of Trauma and RecoveryFlying on the Inside: A Memoir of Trauma and Recovery by Rachel Gotto
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I picked up Flying on the Inside mainly because of the subtitle. I was hoping to find a very heartfelt story about a woman’s incredible journey. While there were a few moments that touched my heart, unfortunately it felt more like an information book about the dos and dont’s when it comes to brain trauma. The parts that she shared about Nicola and Nic felt almost forced into the story which then threw it off for me. It all felt more clinical than heartfelt. I can only imagine the hard journey this woman has been on and I think she is incredibly brave to share it. This book gave a lot of information and I think would be extremely helpful and a good resource for anyone who has experienced the same thing. I think that the author did a very good job of researching and admire that she wrote the book at all. If you are looking for a tearjerker type book to connect to like I was I don’t think this will meet that, but if you are looking for a book that you can connect to on a different level you should give it a try for yourself.

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States of Grace (Grace Locke Mystery Series) by Mandy Miller – Review by Brittany Angel

States of GraceStates of Grace by Mandy Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grace is a down on her luck former state prosecutor who finds herself fresh out of jail, in recovery, and just trying to get by. She finds herself on the opposite side of justice now defending criminals instead of prosecuting them. When the case that could put her back on top “seemingly” falls into her lap. This book was a non-stop read through. I could not put it down, and for someone who doesn’t delve into this specific genre, that’s saying something! I enjoyed everything about this book. The story. The characters, and the twists! I can’t wait to read more about Grace Locke.

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

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

Stepping outside of my normal genre, I fell in love with this book from the first chapter. This book is full of war, heroes, bad guys, and romance. Jacek Dabrowski is the newly appointed lieutenant of the Hussars has much to prove to the Captain and the Lord Eryk of Biaska’s. As a village is destroyed, the Lieutenant rescues the village sole survivors, a younger girl, and an even a younger boy. Oliwia, the young female survivor, becomes Lady Oliwia when it is found out that she is a lady of title. After much time Jacek and Oliwia’s friendship blossoms into a little more but when Jacek is away on campaign and Lord Eryk’s wife Lady Katarzyna passes away, could Jacek and Oliwia’s relationship end before it started? This was a great book and I can’t wait to A Hussar’s Promise, the second book in this series.

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Piper Foster

King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5)King of Pain by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sci fiction romnace I read this book and it was okay. I couldn’t connect to the characters or get into thier world I knew I was reading a book. It was your typical romance trope. It’s a quick read and definitely one for someone who who enjoys science fiction . Some of the challenges these characters go through are extremely hard. I was excited to read this book but the writing style was not for me I think I will revisit another time. X

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Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Jasmin Marie

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: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this book! From the moment that I read the synopsis, I knew that I had to read this. A post-apocalyptic story that fits too well into our covid-ridden world. There were many similarities between the people and events in this book to our current pandemic — other than the hyenas/zombies attacking the main characters! I really enjoyed the characters and hope to read more about Kella, Huck, Jumper, and Finch in the next book!

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Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by Whitney Morrison

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

Great friends to enemies story!

This book really had a way of pulling me in and wanting to find out what would happen next. The characters were very well written, even though at times I didn’t like them very much! There was the perfect amount of angst, emotion, betrayal and heartbreak to make it grab at your heartstrings. A lot of times I get confused when a book goes from the past to present, but this one was written in a way where it touched on the past without being confusing. I really enjoyed this book!

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Bethany Rucker

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

I swear with each book in this series the stories get better and better. I think it’s because we get a glimpse of these characters in previous books, and we get just enough to pull us in, so that we need to stick around to hear their stories. Even in the first two books, you get a glimpse of why Stefano and Emiliana are meant to be together. Each character has ghosts in their past, Stefano has lost his siblings and mother to death, it is now only him and his sister who was married off by their father against everyone else’s. Stefano knows he needs to stop his father from the track he is on, and that he can’t have the true love of our life with his father still alive. Emiliana has a haunting past, and everyone treats her as if she is broken. However, surviving is what has made her even stronger. I can’t wait for Book 4 to come out in January!

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley- Review by Skylar Daniels

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

Another amazing book by Amy McKinley. The 3rd book in the Mafia Elite series. She writes the perfect Mafia stories, good-looking Mob Bosses and gorgeous Mob Princesses. Stefano and Emiliana have been dancing around the issue of their love for each other forever. His father, a mob boss, is evil and a threat to Emiliana, a threat to everybody with his viciousness. Stefano’s main goal is to keep Emiliana safe and away from his father. The time has come for Stefano to step up and take the crown from his father.

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Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, book 2) by Amy McKinley- Review By Skylar Daniels

Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, #2)Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read No Way Out, I instantly started looking forward to this second book in the series I picked this one up as soon as I could and got transferred back into the Mafia Elite world. I ended up reading it in one night. I enjoyed this second book! I enjoyed reading the flashback near the beginning of the story which described their relationship from when they were kids and how it had morphed to what it was in “current day.” Enzo is next in line to be one of the mafia boss heads but is also a protector for Sophia, a friend and woman he has desired for years. Sophia is an up-and-coming fashion designer who is getting her big break with a fashion showing in Milan, that is if she can ever get there with the threat to her life and her family’s overprotective ways. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Nikita Lesperance

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

Great message for children. The message about finding greatness in yourself and others is important for kids. Nice illustrations. Kids will love the pictures and message. Very cute book. Well written.

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No Names to Be Given by Julia Brewer Daily – Review by Karyn Taylor

No Names to Be GivenNo Names to Be Given by Julia Brewer Daily
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great, thought provoking read by an author that was new to me. It’s not the usual type of book that I read but some friends had mentioned really enjoying it, so I decided that it must be worth a read. I’m glad that I took the chance on this book as I really enjoyed reading it.
In this book we get the stories of 3 teenage women in the 1960’s who ended up pregnant and had to give up their babies. I was very quickly engrossed in the stories of all 3 women. The author does a very good job of showing the pain and emotion that each woman went through during their pregnancies, immediately after the birth and throughout their lives trying to come to terms with what they had been through.
The three women all have very different backgrounds and very different stories, each as compelling as the other for different reasons.
What was also very eye-opening for me was the racial element of the book. One of the women was involved in a mixed race relationship at a time when race relations were very troubled and I thoroughly enjoyed reading this aspect of the story.
I’d definitely recommend this book to others.

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King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Jacque Flynn

King of Pain (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 5)King of Pain by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The fifth Interstellar Rescue Book in a series, this is the first book I’ve read by this author. She has characters battling conditions, both mental and physical, while defending people against genocide. Constantly surprised in my predictions of what I thought would happen, this book left me feeling pleasantly surprised. Frelick using other-word language had me wishing for a Thrane dictionary to figure out which endearment was actually being used. She also had me feeling cold with such descriptive scenes of blizzard conditions. I would recommend reading this book with a cup of hot cocoa or in the tub, but it’s definitely worth it.

Reviewed by @jacqueflynn

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

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

If you are hoping to be swept up into a historical adventure, full of heroes and enemies, romance and treachery.. look no further.
Diligent research gives this novel a rich reality, and excellent writing paints an amazing picture of life in 17th century Poland. A time of constant change, our main characters ride the wave as adventure and circumstance bring them together. Portrayal of perspective helps us see through the eyes of our heroes and the villains in this story, the author does a fabulous job showing us what drives all the players. Romance, revelry, duty and revenge, just around the corner! Looking forward to Book 2 in this series!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi- Review by Skylar Daniels

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

Black Canvas is about control. How some individuals take control and others relinquish control. The concept brewed from obsession. Wanting someone else’s perfect life. Doing what was within her power to gain control and obtain that life for herself. Now, I’m not a big psychological thriller fan, but the author wrote this book wonderfully. She transfers you into her world by her writing. You will not want to put the book down until you have read from the cover to the back cover.

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Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3) by Anna Paige Review- by Skylar Daniels

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

From the first page, this book brings you into the emotions and attachments felt by our characters and it keeps its hold all the way through. It had me feeling so many different emotions. It was a very emotional read. The Author is very attentive to detail and offers a smooth, easy read. Jared and Madison are magnets drawn to each other, they’re unable to resist the pull. They were magnetic! Their relationship was heartfelt and truly amazing. They had off the chart chemistry. My heart went out to Jared. I wouldn’t change anything about this book. I loved Jared and Madison together.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, Book 1) by Amy McKinley- Review by Skylar Daniels

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a way to kick of a new series! I was hooked from beginning to end. I love mafia romance, and this was the perfect example of that genre! Action, tension, angst, romance! This book had it all and more! There is that attraction between Max and Lilian, Lord! I could feel that coming off the pages! The author knew exactly how to transport you in her world. I’m excited to read her next book in the series.

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States of Grace (Grace Locke Mystery Series) by Mandy Miller – Review by Ashley McMillon

States of GraceStates of Grace by Mandy Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my gosh where do I start! This book is exceptional! Get ready to not want to put it down okay? Very fast paced story with levels to every turn! I’m so glad I read this. From cover to cover Grace shows us that she is a real woman with real issues, she’s facing them and is determined to get her life back. I love that the author gets gritty in her character building of Grace. I’ve always been a fan of law and order type dramas, and after reading this, I am happy to admit this would be amazing in movie form. I’m already looking forward to book two!

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States of Grace (Grace Locke Mystery Series) by Mandy Miller – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

States of GraceStates of Grace by Mandy Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grace Locke is a down on her luck prosecutor and disabled army veteran who is very close to losing her law licence. Fresh out of jail, she is now living in a run-down motel room and eating ramen noodles. As much as she appreciates the second chance she is given, Grace is not at all happy that she is now forced to defend the types of criminals that she used to love sending to jail. As if that was not bad enough, Grace finds herself caught up in the dark world of drugs and addiction, the very thing that landed her in jail. One of the criminals Grace is forced to defend should be a slam dunk because, in Grace’s eyes, the teen is clearly guilty.

Grace soon makes the startling discovery that her client may be innocent, leading her to start digging for the truth. The more she digs the more Grace realizes that the dead guy was involved heavily in the criminal underworld. She is now racing against the clock to find the real killer and prove her client’s innocence.

States of Grace was fast paced and hard to put down from the first page. Grace’s character is real, raw, gritty, and believable as she struggles to remain sober while also coping with her disability. This legal thriller was full of twists and turns which lead up to a surprise ending. I won’t spoil the ending; you will have to read this book yourself to find out.

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Kimberly Huffman

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 a cute, easy to read book that anyone could enjoy! I loved the lesson that the author shared. It was truly inspiring and hope this message reaches more people. This book made me feel warm and fuzzy and the illustrations were adorable!

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States of Grace (Grace Locke Mystery Series) by Mandy Miller – Review by Rosanna Ingram

States of GraceStates of Grace by Mandy Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you love a good legal drama…this is for you!

Grace is trying to pick up the pieces of her life after a recent DUI. She is going through a divorce, she is battling an addiction to painkillers after losing her leg in Fallujah, and she is trying not get disbarred in the state of Florida. To remain in their good graces, she finds herself on the other side of the aisle in the courtroom where she is now a public defender.

Through some not so up-and-up means, Grace finds herself defending Zoe. Zoe is accused of murdering her guidance counselor. Zoe also happens to be the daughter of her soon-to-be ex-husband’s mistress. At the onset, it looks like Zoe is guilty. But, Grace is not so easily convinced. She believes there is more at play here…and she is going to prove it. However, with cops thwarting her progress at every move, she finds herself in deeper than she could have imagined…and it could ruin both their lives. Will she be able to find the truth before it’s too late?

There are so many great characters in this story that keep it interesting. Grace is wonderful while being real. I swear, her fake leg is a character all on its own! I enjoyed the realistic situation of the story and the inclusion of all the courtroom moments. I felt like I was reading a crime-drama movie!

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

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

This is a wonderfully written historical fiction book written by a new author to me. I am always looking for historical books because I love to be transported back in time. This one really gave me an insider look of the 17th century. This isn’t an era that I usually read, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. You can certainly tell that the author knows her history of this era. Her description was wonderful. I literally felt like I was living there. The characters were amazing, and she did a phenomenal job making me feel like I knew them personally. I loved learning about this century and the traditions that took place. This is just a really great book and I do highly recommend reading it. Especially if you are a history buff like me. I’m looking forward to reading the next book in the series to see where the story ends.

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Forbidden Moon (The Shadow Chronicles Book 3) by CR Robertson – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

Forbidden MoonForbidden Moon by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again, the author created an exciting edition to the series. In Forbidden Moon, as the third book, Levi and Tasha are continuing to find a way to rid the world of the hellspawn. However, they have a new addition, their daughter, Persephone. This little girl may be the key to all of the chaos due to her amazing, developing powers. She is also the first mixed breed, so no one knows what will become of her and how far she will be able to span her powers. However, all of them believe between Tasha, Persephone, and the other witches, they are the key to serenity, but we will have to wait to see. In addition, this book provides information that is deemed important for how it all began and how they suspected the problem to be solved, but everything is always changing.
One of the things that makes these books so good is not only the story telling, but the dynamics of the characters. The love story between Levi and Tasha is only something we can all hope to have. In one scene, Tasha’s sister states, “I can’t help but want someone in my life who looks at me as if I’m the last morsel in the base and he’s starving.” She explains the love between Levi and Tasha perfectly – they have passion, commitment, desire, basically what one would call an all consummate love – the best kind. I can’t wait to see where the story is taken and hope for a happy ending for all of them!

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Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Ayla Eddy

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

Simply Amazing. This book is a fantastic read about the possible end of the world. It is not the run of the mill apocalypse story with Hollywood zombies. It is a fresh view on how a sudden pandemic can turn humans into “zombies” or as the book calls them “Hyenas”, which are mutated humans with lethal bite as opposed to rotting walking dead bodies. Kella along with her little brother Huck and cousin Jumper are carrying vital CDC information along the Appalachian trail. Technology is down leaving them to travel the journey to hopefully save the world. Through the story you get a sense of each character and their relationship with the other characters. They are relatable and so easy to connect with that you don’t want to put the book down. I for sure did not want to stop reading once I started this book. I cannot wait to continue on reading this series.

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Unlikely to Fit (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Rayne East

Unlikely to Fit (A Parker Lake Novel Book 2)Unlikely to Fit by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Heartbreak, healing and humour
It was so good to be back in the small town of Parker and getting to know Breckin and Griff. Their story was heartfelt and beautiful. The author’s delivery is amazing with a brilliant mix of humour, romance, drama and real life issues. This can be read as a stand-alone but it is so worth reading book 1 to get to know the town and the people more. I am really looking forward to CC and Brant’s story in book 3.

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Master Trentino (Masters of the Consulate Book 3) by Sylvia Black – Review by Angela Shirley

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

Master Trentino is still trying to help locate the leak within the consulate but as going about his busy he comes across his enemies sister bleeding on the floor minutes away from death, he has two options save her and break his rules of the consulate or let her die. As Trentino is drawn to Angel he decides to save and turn her into a vampire.

Angel is confused and lost as she is now something she has been taught to hate through out of her life, how can she get her head around that she is now a vampire, but with the pull and drawn to Trentino can she keep her feelings in check and help uncover the traitor within the court of vampires, but can she live as a vampire.

This is the third book in this series and I think this is my favourite so far. Although this is a series you can read each book as a stand alone although the stories do interlink in some way it does not distract from each story. This story involves Trentino and Angel and I have to say from the first couple of paragraphs you can feel the undercurrent of this story.

I loved the way the story weaves through with a hint of mystery of trying to find who is trying to bring down the consulate and with the chemistry of Angel and Trentino this story is full of fireworks and passion.

I can wait to read the next instalment in this series.

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

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

OMG! As I sit here and try to write this review I still have tears running down my face from this amazing, emotional, exceptionally well written story! I am truly struggling to find the right words to fully do this book the justice it deserves. The entire time I was reading this book my heart was involved in every word and every turn of the page. A true sign of a great writer I say.

My heart beat along with Jared, Madison (Cookie) and Mr Christopher as they tried to navigate their way through Mr Cs illness along with the highs a great day can bring and the pain a bad day can bring. In fact I fell in love with all the main cast of characters and now I know some of them are in other books by this amazing author I will be finding them and reading them also. I just might need some recovery time first! A Rock star, his Dad and a nurse might seem like and unusual combination at first but please do yourself a favour and READ THIS BOOK!! If I could give it more than 5 stars I absolutely would!!!!

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood-Review by Elena Tobar

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

I absolutely could not put this book down! I love this story so much. Ever since I read the first book in this series, I’ve been waiting for CC to meet the right man and have her chance to fall in love. Even though CC comes across as tough and not caring what other people think, she’s actually really vulnerable and doesn’t have much self confidence at all. She thinks there’s no way that a hot man that went to college to be in the medical field would ever be interested in her. She underestimates herself and how amazing she is constantly. Brant is dealing with his own demons from his past and he falls so fast for CC. I love how he picks a special nickname that’s sweet and just for him to call her and Memaw is back in this one and hilarious as ever! I can’t say enough good things about this sweet amazing romance. It’s one that’s definitely not to be missed!

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Nite Fire: Chain Reaction (Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Beverly Finnie

Chain Reaction (Nite Fire #2)Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Well I enjoyed this book too! Nite Fire: Chain Reaction is the next book in the series. We pick up pretty much where the last book cut off. The big difference now is through this book officer Casey Evans knows who and what Dahlia is. He doesn’t know everything but he knows she’s from a different realm and that she’s a dragon shifter.
Just like book 1 I enjoy the dynamic between Detective Creed and Dahlia, however I feel like Dahlia is at a point where she’s torn. I feel like the author through the first so many chapters was implying that Dahlia wished she could tell Detective Creed her secrets, but knew he was better off not knowing. It gave me something to look forward to while reading the book.

Does he find out? Do they finally capture/defeat everyone involved in the 1st book murders?

Please check it out! I would highly recommend reading book 1 first if you haven’t already! Personally am looking forward to book 3!

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Priscida Finds Greatness by Constance Mays – Review by Erica Banes

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 book is super cute, I totally loved it ! Its a fun book and easy to ready for kids. I think it is a book any kid would love to read. I honestly have no negative thoughts towards this book and would definitely recommend. Give it a go, you wont regret it.

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