Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Distant Memories picks up where the first book (Distant Heart Sounds) left off but could likely read it without the first. There Is quite a bit of recap/summary of characters, abilities and their relationships. I think the characters were actually introduced better in this book than the first. I really enjoyed this book but wish there was more closure. I hoped to find out more about the time loop nurses and wish that was developed more. I love the relationships and what Gloria and Elisabeth brought to the table. Their friendships were just as important to Morgan as Savvy and her other coworkers. Dr Lightfoot is a cool character too. I love how supportive he is. I expected him to be more in tune to the afterworld, based on his early introduction in book one. None the less, I enjoyed this book more than the first and would be happy to hear if a 3rd is written.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jerricka Brown

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The Vardoger BoyThe Vardoger Boy by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first book from this author. I really enjoyed reading this. I was hooked from the very beginning. It is the second book in the series but it was a great read. I will definitely be reading the first book also. I loved all the aspects the author used in this book to make it come to life. I felt like I was right there in the story.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Kerry Carr

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this young adult story. The author does an amazing job with the characters. I was gripped from the beginning and couldn’t put it down.
Holly has moved to a new school, the most popular guy at the school catches her eye. From then I thought it would be a normal teenage romance but it’s not. This books is full of teenage angst that most people can relate to. From the feelings of being inadequate or not good enough and believing you have to act and look and certain way to fit in.

Nathan has a secret that he is trying so hard to keep so he can have a normal life. However when Holly stumbles upon his secret he needs to make sure she won’t tell another soul. So he sets out to become her friend. The more then get to know each other the more their friendship turns into romance.
But with all the lies Nathan had told will Holly believe that their romance is real or is this just another mask to hide Nathan’s secrets?
And what other obstacles will they need to overcome in order to give their relationship a chance?

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Karyn Taylor

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a standalone YA romance that I absolutely loved. This is only the 3rd book that he author has published and she’s right up there in my favourite authors list. Her first two books, The Embrace Duet, blew me away and I’ve already re-read them. Could she live up to the pedestal that I’d already put her on? Oh yes she could!! This book is different, being a YA book but by God, it still had all the feels an had me laughing in places and sobbing in other places. This author definitely has an amazing talent for pulling hard on the heartstrings.
Nathan just wants to be like all the other teenagers in his high school but he has a secret that no one can find out or his life will be hell. So when new girl in town Holly accidentally finds out his secret is his life about to implode?
I adored both Nathan and Holly. Nathan is having a really hard time coming to terms with his secret and just wants to be ‘normal’. Holly is a total sweetheart. She’s exactly the type of person you want as your friend. Everyone needs a Holly in their life.
Like a YA romance with lots of angst and heartache? Like a YA with a great romance story? This is definitely the book for you.

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The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie – Review by Debbie Lesley

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The Happily Ever After BookstoreThe Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Do you believe in fate? How about coincidence? Can fate have a little help? In reading The Happily Ever After Bookstore, you find yourself wondering these things. And if fate does have a little help, and things turn out well, maybe that is a good thing….as if it was meant to be. And with fate and/or coincidence involved, one understands the name of the book store, Happily Ever After.

I was drawn to this book simply because of the setting of a book store. (A dream job for me, I get to “work” in book stores through books.) Somewhat similar to The Little Paris Bookshop, Leona works to be sure every customer has a “happily-ever-after” experience when purchasing from her bookstore, much like the owner of the book barge in The Little Paris Bookshop. Is it possible that Leona manages to mix good choices with luck or fate? When things work out as happily as things do in this book, you find yourself wanting to visit Leona and let her work with your fate!

The book centers on several people and has a somewhat circular story lines where everything comes together in the end. The characters are all likeable and real. I felt a good understanding of the family dynamics and emotions of the characters, which is important to truly understand the people. It was also good having a grandmother suffering from Alzheimer’s as the author made a point to show how an Alzheimer’s patient may go in and out of being aware of people and events.

For a “feel good” read, take the time to read this one. It is a five-star book simply for how good you might feel after reading it. Is it great literature? Maybe not but it sure is good.

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Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder #2)Body Checked by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Body Checked is a sports romance about a hockey player, Bridger, who is struggling with his playboy persona, causing all sorts of issues with his career. People haven’t been taking him seriously because of all the problems he is causing, but he is trying to fix that. One idea he had was to do a fundraiser that involved the hockey players in a calendar shoot. This is the moment his life seems to change, when he meets the photographer’s assistant, Tia. Tia has recently been let go of her job due to complications with an ex-boyfriend. When she was younger she got caught up with a rich guy who made it his mission to destroy her life. When she meets Bridger she is instantly attracted, but has promised herself to never date another playboy again. They can’t seem to deny the attraction so they decide they will give themselves one weekend to get each other out of their system. This weekend turns into a friendship that could turn into more, but will they let it? Will the past allow them happiness? Would you give the other person up to save them?
I always enjoy a sports romance with a little smut. I thought these characters were really loveable. Bridger, even playing an enforcer, was endearing. His need to protect others at all cost was sexy. The banter that the two of them have going from frenemies-to-lovers was really good. You could see the development of their relationship really well in who the author wrote. One of the things I think I liked most was that nothing seemed dragged out. The story flowed and when the “problem” came in, it was short and sweet and dealt with.

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Finding Starlight (Quimby Grove Book 1) by Shannon Nikole – Review by Jasmin Marie

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Finding Starlight (Quimby Grove #1)Finding Starlight by Shannon Nikole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An excellent debut novel! I absolutely loved the characters. Ellawyn is relatable, kind, and all-around someone I can imagine being friends with. Beckett is charming, thoughtful, and just perfect for Ellawyn. The other characters, though minor, add extra elements of emotion to the story. The small town vibe that makes up Quimby Grove is exactly what I needed from this book! The characters kept my heart in this book, but the drama and twists left my brain wanting more and more. There were a few inconsistencies in the story, hence the 4-star rating, but I am looking forward to reading more about this small town and from this author!

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Burned by Fire (Firehouse 13 Book 4) by Danielle Jacks, Reviewed by: Breanne Christian

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Burned by Fire (Firehouse 13, #4)Burned by Fire by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Burned by Fire: Danielle Jacks
Part of the Firehouse 13 series, Burned by Fire is installment number four. Each book can be read separately. In Burned by Fire, the story follows former fireman Solomon Fox. Sol was injured while doing an off-duty rescue, forcing him into early retirement. His life became a downward spiral until he reconnects with a former mentee. From there, with her help, his life starts looking up again.
All the characters from Burned by Fire are relatable. The reader could feel what the characters were feeling the entire story. The story kept me guessing and I enjoyed how it portrayed him turning his life back around. It is a heart-felt story, and I could not put it down. The only downfall is that it could have used a little more description in places and some of the conversations were worded awkwardly.
Overall, Burned by Fire is a must read. If you are looking for a realistic love story that is also a quick read, look no further.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by M Policicchio

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Powerful drama about keeping secrets. Brilliant story well told.

Nathan has a secret. A secret that he is keeping from everyone. Holly was new to town and the high school. Holly saw Nathan’s secret. Now, Nathan is doing whatever he can to keep her from telling everyone. As Holly and Nathan get closer, can their friendship survive the secret?

The author’s handling of this issue was thoughtful and sensitive. The way the author was inside Nathan’s head and able to depict how he was feeling, even when he wasn’t, is superb. A book like this should be on every highschooler’s reading list!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I truly have loved all the books i have had the pleasure to read by this wonderful author, but this one truly sucked me in and kept me on the edge of my seat! The story was gripping and excellent character development as well as plot. The story kept me guessing for a while! Such a intense read!

Reading Nathan’s and Holly’s story had me deep within this book. Not all was what it seemed. I found that with Nathan to expect the unknown. He was a man of secrets as well as someone just trying to get through high school. Holly was a total sweetie, and she learns something deep on Nathan that he fears that his life will be over. Things take a turn. I was surprised and gripped to the edge of my seat to see what would happen next. I was constantly shocked, the deeper I dove into the story, the more it progressed. It was such an amazing read. i loved this amazing author’s writing skills and how they kept me in anticipation. This is something we all should read for various reasons! I could not put this book down! Loved it seriously!

Such a freaking good book! I could not get enough, and I kept reading to see what would happen next in the plot! Highly recommend this must read book! Certainly not one to be passed up!

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Alison Risher

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As someone who struggles to remember names of people, I was tickled when the heroine immediately started giving nicknames inside her head to everyone she met at her new school. The character development was truly amazing. Readers learned more about the characters at an appropriate pace. All the drama of high school was present. The hero did not get all of his issues resolved, but learned to cope with his problems in meaningful and healthy ways.

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Victoriously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 4) by Anise Storm – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Victoriously Yours (Titans Of Manhattan #4)Victoriously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mackenzie was just a preacher’s daughter that thought Jonas really loved her. One bad decision at prom ruined her life and changed it forever. She never saw Jonas again until that fateful cooking audition at CHG Seaport with her bestie, Reece. Jonas, always one the lookout for another notch, made a bad dare with his best friend that prom night. One he has always regretted. He never got to see Kenzie again until she showed up at the CHG Seaport. The sparks were still there and they were still flying. The problem is that the emotional baggage from prom night really hurt Kenzie and left something that is both a blessing and a secret that Jonas has not idea about. There is a lot of hurt to get over. Can they get over that? Jonas has a lot of his own issues to get over, he comes to figure out as he talks to his friends, The Titans. The story is very intense in spots. There are areas that may be triggers for some people. This is possibly one of the best books I’ve read yet. The author covers pretty realistically what happens but also the joy and the good parts. The romance has its roller coaster ride of emotions (and you’ll feel them). Kenzie wants to do what’s right for herself and Tori. i also like the fact that when Jonas is being kind of a jerk, Kenzie has a support network behind her. The story, the characters, the plot are all so good, This has been my favorite Titan book of the series yet. It is steamy. Just the way I like my romances. I would give it more than a 5 if I could.

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Burned by Fire (Firehouse 13 Book 4) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Katrina Jones

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Burned by Fire (Firehouse 13, #4)Burned by Fire by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a short but cute romance read! It alternates telling the story form each of the main characters story, so you get to know both characters! Sol is a retired firefighter who went through a traumatic event. Ember is a new firefighter who is falling for her old mentor Sol.
As the story continues, you fall more and more in love with their story!

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Victoriously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 4) by Anise Storm – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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Victoriously Yours (Titans Of Manhattan #4)Victoriously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is book four of the series. I’ve enjoyed the other books in this series so I had no doubt I would like this one and I was not wrong.

Jonas is content being the playboy he’s been labeled. There’s been no shortage of falling in love all around him but he’d really rather not. He got close to someone once and that was more than enough. He’s got enough on his plate he doesn’t need to worry about relationships. Mackenzie fell for the wrong boy once and has paid for it ever since. Now she just needs to land this restaurant contract. Little does she know the contract just so happens to be for her worst nightmare/enemy. Will old feelings resurface or has the damage been done? One things for sure, when it comes to games, there’s usually only one winner.

I enjoyed this book. There were lots of emotions and more than just surface stuff going on. It was well written and the characters definitely had chemistry you couldn’t look passed.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an author that I have enjoyed reading from her first book. This is a well written story where the author’s use of details gave her story a realistic feel. Her writing style brought the story to life. I enjoyed being pulled into the story by the characters. They are young adults where one is new and the other who doesn’t get close to anyone in fear of them seeing through to the truth. This is a great story that is full action and kept me turning pages. The characters are connectable and made the story for me. The twists and turns had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. I enjoyed the growth of the plot which made the story easy to read. This is a great story that I really enjoyed. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Lie That BindsThe Lie That Binds by Amy Argent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

The Lie That Binds is a YA romance story. It is a story where one has a secret and lies to keep that secret just to keep the cool kids from finding out. But the cool kids are cruel. There are bullies and mean girls, popular and unpopular groups, all those usual cliques. Nothing any teenager doesn’t go through when in high school. There is the usual teenage angst, lies and secrets, fear and pain. It is a rather emotional read to see what length some will go through because of the fear of what others think. I really wanted to knock some heads together and hug others. I really loved Amy’s other two books but there were times where I felt that the story was repetitive and others where it lulled making it hard for me to be fully immersed in this world.

Nathan feels he needs to lie to protect himself. He bullies others to keep the lime light off himself and his secret. But along comes Holly and what starts out as pretend becomes so much more.

If you enjoy teenage high school dramas and romance, then this is for you.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Rayne East

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Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Witty rom com with paranormal twist
The second book in the series and it is just as good. The story picks up straight away and Morgan has made great progress with her house guests and things start to change with her abilities. I really enjoy Morgan’s narrative, with the laugh out loud moments interwoven with mystery, drama and romance. Looking forward to seeing where the story goes from here.

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Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We are back with Morgan and her unpredictable life. As with the first book she continues to have visitors from beyond and continues to be an amazing nurse. This author is fast becoming a favorite as she writes with so much passion, emotion and depth. She truly loves her characters and wants her readers to love them as well. This is the second book in a series and in order to fully get the story you shouldn’t jump over book one. You won’t regret reading this series.

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The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent

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I am a liar.

         I lie to protect myself.

         I lie because I’m terrified.       

         I lie to keep a secret that would destroy everything in my life if everyone knew.

         Holly is the new girl at school and my unwilling lab partner. She hates me because I’m one of the popular guys—one of the bullies who terrorize the unfortunate and the unpopular.  For me, it’s who I’ve had to become to keep anyone from getting too close—close enough to see right through me.

         When Holly finds out my secret, I have to do whatever it takes to keep her quiet—even if it means telling the most damaging lie of all—the one I tell myself.

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Amy Argent is an avid reader and writer of contemporary romance.  Amy can honestly say she writes day and night —clinical trial documents as a medical writer by day and contemporary romance as a novelist by night . . . and possibly into the wee hours of the morning.  She has a Ph.D. in Genetics that she agonized entirely too much over, but it did result in a fascinating day job—the details of which tend to creep into her fiction.

         Amy can be found in Raleigh, North Carolina, with her husband, two teenagers, and two hedgehogs, where she’s most likely planning her next departure from reality —        destination: Dragon Con, the closest Renaissance Faire, or the nearest book.

         Amy has always been fascinated by the many ways people cope with the human condition. Her stories explore the emotional journey we take when adversity drastically changes life’s course, but being an eternal optimist, she’s found her niche in soulful stories with silver linings.  In truth, they can always be found if one is willing to look for them.

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Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Morgan Cutler is back and this time she has even more ghostly friends. She has made peace with those that occupy her house, but a new one has cropped up and she intends to find out why. This one is named Esmerelda and it seems that Morgan’s new boyfriend has caught her eye. Why has Esmerelda tried to attach herself to Caleb? Having come to terms with her newfound abilities she is starting to see more people who haven’t fully crossed over in the hospital. Do they need help in finishing business they were unable to finish? I enjoyed the first book of this series and I have enjoyed this one just as much. This book could be read as a stand alone, however there are a few returning characters and there are references to the first book. Overall the author did a good job of reigning the reader in and gave us a good plot. I felt that the story flowed well and didn’t drag on too long. I do hope there is another book in this series and look forward to reading it when it comes out.

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Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Angela Hayes

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Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Distant Heart Memories is the second book in the Nurse Morgan Series by Kate MacInnis. As with the first book, this is an original, fun and spooky paranormal romance- with humour, ghosts, drama, mystery, and emotion. This book, and series is giving me some real ‘Ghost Whisperer’ vibes, which I really love- but in an entirely original and intriguing way.
As we discovered in the first book, Morgan Cutler is a seasoned ER nurse- with more than 20 years’ experience, and she genuinely thought nothing could surprise her anymore. But life threw her a curve-ball, with a bit of a spooky twist, when a near-death experience left Morgan with new-found psychic abilities. This turned her life upside down- and opened her up to a world she never really believed existed, while finding romance along the way. This instalment sees her dealing with her new found abilities, and all the ghosts that ‘pop’ up everywhere. Her romance with a certain hunky doctor is going well, moving a little more quickly than she expected. Add in her resident spirits, as well as a difficult and determined man-hungry ghost with her own agenda, and life gets a bit tricky for Morgan.
The first book was great, but this second instalment is even better. I am hooked on Morgan’s supernatural ‘adventures’ and can’t wait to see where we go from here.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Kate MacInnis!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Burned by Fire (Firehouse 13 Book 4) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Daryian Lucas

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Burned by Fire (Firehouse 13, #4)Burned by Fire by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.8/5 Stars
This book is a short, fast paced romance. Ember is a new fire fighter that’s in love with her old mentor, Sol. Sol is struggling mentally due to an accident that has left him scarred. This book begins to dive into the importance of mental health in men which is a huge topic. I’m glad to see Sol in therapy and taking the right steps to better himself and work through his trauma.

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The Mastermind (WaterFyre Rising Book 1) by Nadia Han – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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The Mastermind (WaterFyre Rising, #1)The Mastermind by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! What a read this was. I really am at a loss for words but wanted to try and get my thoughts out while still fresh and I can’t even form a cohesive sentence without gushing about how great this story was.

This author draws you right in and you are taken through the emotional ups and downs and loops until you are trying to turn the page and there is no more pages left.
I will be reading more by this author and cannot wait for the second in this series.

There just is not enough words in my vocabulary at this time to express how much I loved this book

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Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail Order Bride by Debra Parmley – Review by Christine Baranek

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Isabella, Bride of Ohio (American Mail-Order Brides Series)Isabella, Bride of Ohio by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Isabella: Bride of Ohio, American Mail Order Bride
By Debra Parmley
5*

This is a very well written historical fiction novel. Isabella is a new immigrant to America from Sweden and sadness is all she knows in this new world. She arrived at Ellis Island with her parents, who were struck with an illness and had to quarantine upon their arrival. Unfortunately, they never made it off Ellis Island. She obtained work in a factory, however, it soon burned down and she was without a job. She finds a job as a housemaid when a friend brings her a mail order bride magazine, filled with notes from prospective men who are looking for brides. She begins to correspond with Mr. Jenks, a man from Ohio who promises her the life she has always dreamed of. She is promised a big house, with beautiful gardens and a white picket fence. He is saying all the right things and she is excited to travel to Ohio to meet him. He sends her the money to travel to Ohio to meet.
While on the train, Isabella is nearly abducted by men who wish to traffick her. A man she met on the train comes to her rescue. He says that he is not quite a constable, but he works with them. The chemistry she felt with him was undeniable and she cannot help but keep wishing that he had swept her of her feet and kissed her after rescuing her. She keeps finding herself daydreaming about him. However, she can’t stay focused on him long, as she has promised herself to Mr. Jenks and he is waiting for her when she gets to Ohio.
When she meets Mr. Jenks, she is overwhelmed by the urgency in his presence. He cares all about what she looks like and how she presents herself to his world. She finds herself agreeing to marry him and married all within the first week of meeting him. She feels that Mr. Jenks never heard her concerns or what she wanted. She was disappointed that she was unable to wear her mothers wedding gown as this is all she has ever dreamed off. And she was not allowed to carry her fathers Bible as it was deemed as too old looking.
Soon, Isabella feels that Mr. Jenks is changing before her eyes. He is becoming angry and quick to dismiss her. This isn’t the marriage she had dreamed of when she responded to his advertisement. She also can’t tell if she is beginning to imagine his coldness toward her. No one, not even Isabella could ever imagine what the future holds, however.
The relationship between Mr. Jenks and Isabella is the focus of this book. I have to say this book was very good. It did a great job portraying what I imagine the emotions are in being a mail order bride. It also did a really good job exploring complex relationships. I cannot express how much I enjoyed this book!

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PREMEDITATED: A Trust Betrayed, Lives Sabotaged, A Love Undaunted (Agents of Justice Book 2) by Susanna Haymond – Review by Christine Baranek

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PremeditatedPremeditated by Susanna Haymond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Premeditated: Betrayal of Trust
By Susanna Haymond
5*

This is a page turning suspense that I really had a hard time putting down. In this story, anti-drug activists are being found overdosed or nearly overdosed on kronilian. The perpetrators are working to take down people who are not only drug activists but people who work closely with the DEA. This makes this case even more urgent.
As the agents, Grant and Josh are working hard to determine who might want to take down these anti-drug activists. They find themselves enlisting the help of a former DEA agent who now works for the FBI. When a very close friend of Grant and Josh finds themselves dosed with the kronilian and needing to be in protective custody, they find they have to ask their new partner for help. But what happens when it seems that there is a leak within the agents. Who can they trust? Will they be able to stop these perpetrators?
This book was very well written and definitely kept me guessing until the end. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys suspense novels.

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Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This 2nd book to the series was enjoyable and fun and definitely did not disappoint!! I continue to love ER Nurse Morgan Cutler as she embraces her psychic abilities seeing ghosts. Making peace with her “friends” then turns the seductress, Esmeralda. Gahh!!! All that Esmeralda wants is Morgan’s love interest, Dr. Caleb. As Morgan tries to fight off Esmeralda, she has to also balance insomnia, work, ghosts everywhere and the Wilkersons, will Morgan keep Esmeralda at bay and her relationship with Caleb in tact? Definitely read and find out! This is a great read!

PS I loved the Wilkersons in this book!!

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The Mastermind (WaterFyre Rising Book 1) by Nadia Han – Review by April Smith

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The Mastermind (WaterFyre Rising, #1)The Mastermind by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m always up for a best friend/little sister romance and then author throws some suspense in the mix, you know you will love it! She does an amazing job right from the beginning grabbing our interest and drawing you in quickly. The characters are easy to connect to and you love them from the start. This my first read by this author and I’m in lust with this book and can’t wait to read more of this amazing series.

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Pilot Who Knows the Water (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 6) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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Pilot Who Knows the Waters (Lord Hani, #6)Pilot Who Knows the Waters by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pilot Who Knows the Waters is the sixth book in the Lord Hani Mysteries series. This is a great series for historical fiction fans, with a vivid Ancient Egyptian setting. There’s so much detail that really brings the world to life, totally absorbing the reader. If you haven’t already read other books in the series, I would recommend reading them in order to get to know the characters and the world.
Hani is enjoying some peace and quiet, and looking forward to the security of a bountiful harvest, when the book picks up. Of course, he never gets to enjoy much downtime with his family and it’s not long before he’s swept off on another adventure.
I like that Mery-ra, Hani’s father, comes along on this adventure. He’s quite the character, and fun to have around! And also brings knowledge, experience and good sense to the table.
This book gets five stars from me. It’s a great read that I would definitely recommend to fans of ancient history and mystery stories.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Kylean Sprosty

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The Vardoger Boy (Forerunner Series)The Vardoger Boy by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Thankfully I read the first book in the series or I feel like I may have been totally lost. The historical descriptions continue to completely immerse you into the scenes and life of the characters. This book has more action and adventure right from the beginning than the previous book. As you more closely follow Cub, Kara, and Finn in their stories, you also can tell there will be more to come as some of the other characters still need closure. This second book does not seem to have as much of the magical elements as the first book and seems to be more involved in the historical aspects. With that said, still a great read!

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Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Santana Hicks

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Distant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book TwoDistant Memories: A Nurse Morgan Series: Book Two by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book starts off immediately after the first one in the series so I suggest reading the first book before starting this one.

Morgan is finally at peace with her house guests. To make things work between the three, they set boundaries in place. The ghosts are following the house rules mostly causing a relaxing atmosphere. That is until another ghost appears.

The new guest is a sexy woman named Esmeralda Camarillo Castillo. She is a vixen and when she sees a man she wants, she pounces. Unfortunately, her eyes are set on Caleb. Caleb and Morgan are very new into their relationship and already they have to worry about another woman. On top of all that, Esmeralda has decided to make Morgan’s life complicated in other departments too.

Morgan is trying to keep up with everything going on around her but is having trouble doing so while ghosts are now everywhere in her life.

The author has once again taken a ghost story and turned it into something completely unique. I love that there is suspense and mystery but then there is also romance and comedy. I love Morgan. She is confident and doesn’t change for anybody. She knows who she is and lets everyone see her. Life tries to tear her down but she just stands back up and shows her strength.

Highly recommend this series thus far!

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