Victoriously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 4) by Anise Storm – Review by Shea Gilkerson

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

Kenzie is a chef. At the moment, she is doing catering gigs out of her small 1 bedroom apartment with her roommate, but she has experience as well as finely honed skills. The only thing she doesn’t have is the money or right connections to really accomplish her dreams. When she hears of a competition for CHG in Manhattan where the prize is an exclusive contract, she knows she and Reece have a chance to really make it! Little does she know, the “C” in CHG belongs to Jonas Courtland – the boy who broke her heart and upended her life in high school.

Jonas is a notorious playboy and proud of his status as both a bachelor, and as a Titan. His sucker friends all got taken down by women, but not him. He was an ingenious businessman in the luxury hotel world, as well as a man who has a different woman in his bed every night. Jonas is a very busy man with a very busy social life, but when he sees McKenzie again, everything becomes a little less clear.

This book has such a wild range of emotions and series of “are they or aren’t they?” keeping you on your toes. Several times I thought there wouldn’t be any more surprises, but I was wrong every time. Jonas and Kenzie kept me interested.

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Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail Order Bride by Debra Parmley – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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

This book brought on the perfect balance of romance, as well as excitement. I did not expect this book to be intense as it was at times! The characters were very fulfilling and brought a lot to the table! I loved all this book was and is the author had a very talented writing skill which I very much enjoyed!

Reading this book, I felt I was transported through time, and I felt I was right there. I loved the author’s descriptive words they used to describe the time frames and how things went about. I loved that the danger and excitement went along with Isabella’s hope and dreams, where sometimes if something is too good to be true, sometimes it is. I loved how this book went about, it was not a plot you could guess easily of what would happen! It kept you curious and in anticipation! Loved it!

Wonderful writing and I was hooked right from the first page truly! I was intrigued and could not put this one down! I loved it! Highly recommend it, and it’s a must read and for sure not one to be passed up!

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Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny Book 3) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny #3)Between Darkness & Light by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Again, amazing installment in the series! Seriously the series just keeps getting better and better. This author has had me hooked since the first book. I am too deep now, and I can not let go! I love how each one fascinates more as you read! A very amazing series I must say, impossible not to love and enjoy!

This one really appealed to me as it was the aftermath of the second book. We follow Julia and where she is at based on the decisions, she made in the second book. I felt for her at times, but she always amazes me in what she decides to do. She always comes out strong, even when she may appear at the lowest point. I devoured this one so easily. I loved the aftermath and the new adventure Julia had to undergo. There was never a dull moment, and the author really knows how to keep you hooked!

Amazing series that keeps on with hype it brings to the reader. Each book in the series catches my attention more and more! Love it so much! Highly recommend this must-read book! Truly!

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Love is Worth Fighting for (The Meraki Series Book 3) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Love is Worth Fighting forLove is Worth Fighting for by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I never tire of this wonderful author or the books that they create! I love the characters that they create and how the story blossoms and truly comes to life! Honestly this author never does disappoint, and I am always captivated, and I fall in love with the characters every single time!

Krystina and Loukas were two very different, yet very much the same characters. I loved them as separate people and I loved them as a whole! They both brought interesting aspects to the table, and I fell in love with their relationship they had blooming between them. Outside their relationship, the story was really heart felt which I loved! I was very emotionally in deep with this book! Loved it!

Amazing writing as always from a wonderful author! I loved this book especially for all it was. Highly recommend this book, it’s a must read for sure! And for sure recommend this author as well!

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Queen Of Hearts: Heels, Rhymes, & Nursery Crimes Vol. 21 by Natalina Reis-Review by Amanda Kimble

Queen of Hearts (Heels, Rhymes & Nursery Crimes, #21)Queen of Hearts by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

Queen Of Hearts: Heels, Rhymes, & Nursery Crimes Vol. 21 by Natalina Reis

This is the first book I’ve read by the author. Queen of Hearts is volume 21 of the Heels, Rhymes, and Nursery Crimes Series.

Mìmì has no respect for a man who beats and cheats on the woman he is supposed to love, cherish, and respect. She gets revenge on them by removing their ability to have intercourse. The quote I chose for Mìmì is: “It’s okay. It happens to everyone. Just go home and rest, and you’ll be back to normal in no time.”

Highly recommended for Fantasy Romance lovers.

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The Mermaid and the Ice Cube Necklace (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstorm-Review by Amanda Kimble

Mermaid and the Ice Cube NecklaceMermaid and the Ice Cube Necklace by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

The Mermaid and the Ice Cube Necklace (Mermaid Science) by Lois Wickstrom

This is another fantastic read by the author. My daughter just loves these books. The Mermaid and the Ice Cube Necklace is another Mermaid Science Series. It’s a great read for parents with kids.

Trezzie is the same fun loving mermaid. She swims up and sees that her friends have ice cubes. She wants to have a necklace made out of them because they’re shiny. The quote I chose for Trezzie is: “I’d better swim home to show off my necklace before it melts away.”

Highly recommended for Kids and Family lovers.

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Finding Starlight (Quimby Grove Book 1) by Shannon Nikole – Review by Jess Dimmock

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

A beautiful story of growth and grief.
Our story centers around Ellawyn, a woman trapped in a relationship that’s abusive, her escape from it, and how she learns to grow and heal from it.
It’s about Benji, an old man with a beautiful soul who recognizes the battered yet beautiful soul in his bookstore every day, and the bond of kinship they form.
It’s about Beckett, the driven man who comes home to the bookstore he loves to be with his grandfather, and the woman he discovers and is captivated by.
These three characters interweave into a masterpiece that talks about grief in different forms and how we heal from it. There are some scenes that could definitely be triggering for survivors of abusive relationships, and deals with stalkers as well, so be prepared. This tale doesn’t pull its punches, but it doesn’t use them as the sole storyline either.
This is a well written masterpiece that will only get better with each re-reading.

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Human Hearts (Draco Sang Trilogy Book 3) by Mary Beesley – Review by Shelly Kittell

Human Hearts (Draco Sang #3)Human Hearts by Mary Beesley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very captivating story. Coming into it at book 3, I did feel a little lost. I will go back and read the series over. This is a new author to me and I really found her writing quite delightful. The characters are engaging. I would love to read more from this author. It’s a book that I believe fantasy lovers will love.

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Love is Worth Fighting for (The Meraki Series Book 3) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Love is Worth Fighting forLove is Worth Fighting for by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was looking forward to reading this novel having enjoyed the previous books in the series, and I thoroughly enjoyed this one as well. As usual I was fully immersed in the novel, thanks to the wonderfully written storyline and likeable and realistic characters. This is Krystina and frenemy from childhood, Loukas’s story, and I was taken on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading it. The descriptive narrative brought the settings vividly to life and I felt engaged with the characters, making this a real page turner of a novel, and one which I could not put down. Krystina wants to travel to beautiful locations, promote her blog, and hopefully achieve Insta fame, but unfortunately with Loukas in tow she feels like she can’t breathe.
However, when unforeseen circumstances occur, resulting in Krystina having to face challenging situations, it’s Loukas that helps her get through it. The mystery element of the plot had me intrigued, as Krystina‘s grandfather is missing, but her grandmother believes he will return one day. Krystina becomes determined to find him and bring him home to her grandmother, but her quest will test everything she knows. This was a heartwarming and at times heartbreaking story, which kept me happily turning the pages. Will Krystina learn that ‘love is worth fighting for’, I definitely recommend that you pick up this book to find out!

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Queen of Hearts (Heels, Rhymes and Nursery Crimes Vol.21) by Natalina Reis – Review by Anna Hirsch

Queen of Hearts (Heels, Rhymes & Nursery Crimes, #21)Queen of Hearts by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Queen of Hearts (Heels, Rhymes and Nursery Crimes Vol. 21)
By Natalina Reis
4 Stars

The cover is what first drew me to this book, it’s beautiful. After reading the blurb with its rhyming prose, my interest was peaked. The story is definitely original. After suffering a traumatic experience, Mimi survived and managed to take control of her life. In an era where women have no say and men have ultimate power over them, Mimi managed to have a say in her destiny. She became the Queen of Hearts. Playing a dangerous game where the stakes are high, failure was not an option. She manages to vindicate the lives of multiple women while putting hers at risk. With Jac walking into her life, will she be able to put the past to rest and open her heart again?

Review by @Anna Hirsch
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The Mastermind (WaterFyre Rising Book 1) by Nadia Han – Review by Rachel Moss

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

This book was really good, but it also wasn’t my favorite. I hate it, because I wanted to love it so much and it just fell short to me. I loved the characters, and the sexual tension was amazing. But what got to me was the internal monologue of both characters, and then the sex scenes just felt super awkward to me, and I just didn’t connect to the story like how I wanted to. The plot was amazing, and the whole video game idea was very interesting. I enjoyed this novel, I just didn’t love it and I hate that I didn’t because as stated above the story is great. I will definitely read the next installment of this standalone series though!

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Pilot Who Knows The Waters (The Lord Hani Mysteries book 6) by N. L. Holmes – Reviewed by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Pilot Who Knows the Waters (Lord Hani, #6)Pilot Who Knows the Waters by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lord Hani returns in this his final mission for the royal household and this may just be his most difficult yet, he has been summoned before Queen Meryet-amen to discuss her plans to find a Hittite groom to rule on the throne beside her once the she-king has passed on, she has hopes that she can rule instead of the current she-king’s son, Prince Tut-ankh-aten. There is however, strong opposition from Lord Ay who is wanting his grandson on the throne, no matter what the cost to the rest of the Two Lands, this leads Lord Hani to conduct his mission in secret and hope that Lord Ay doesn’t find out, or that if he doesn’t, that it is too late for him to do anything about the situation.

As he is about to set off, Lord Hani receives word that a local artisan has been killed and it looks like it could be murder, but because he has had the go ahead to travel to the land of the Hittite people, he cannot investigate it himself until he returns. It is a long way to travel and weeks pass on boats and on land with the gifts and the delegation sent along with them from the Queen, but thankfully, the trip goes well and Lord Hani requests the correct permissions with grace and diplomacy which aids his cause and the furtherment of the Queens plans.

When they arrive at the capital of the Hittite kingdom, they are astonished and the size and the manner in which it has been built, so when Lord Hani is brought to have the requested audience with the King and Queen, he is not shocked by the grandeur of the receiving room, only the reaction of the royals. As negotiations progress, Lord Hani is doing his best to convince them that this request is serious and legal and it takes all his finesse to be able to carry it off, however, there are conditions and when he receives correspondence from home, he is hoping that he is doing the right thing after all.

Will Lord Hani be able to convince the Hittite King and Queen that the Queen of the Two Lands is finally wanting an alliance, or will the threat of civil war in him homeland threaten all he has worked for and place himself and his family in more danger than ever before? This is a historical mystery which is full of tension, emotion and negotiations and the future of two countries lies in a delicate balance where one person could tip the scales between disaster and success in this story which will sweep you on a tide of intrigue and keep you hooked throughout, until the final conclusion of this series.

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The Know-It-All Pencil (Invisible Magic Wand Series Book 5) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Julie Johnson

The Know-It-All Pencil (Invisible Magic Wand)The Know-It-All Pencil by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s Caspian’s “unbirthday” and today his grandfather has gifted him with a pencil. At first he’s confused and then he sees the paper. The pencil writes the word “apple” on the paper. He takes it to the breakfast table where grandfather says he’s going to have a star quality day. Caspian is on his way to school when he sees a walker out of place. He returns it to the rightful owner and is given something in exchange for his kind act. This goes on for awhile with various people until Caspian finally learns the meaning behind the star.

The illustrations are so bright and vibrant!!! I love that about a great children’s book. The story is very well done as well and brings up several talking points after the book has finished. I have enjoyed this book series so far!

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The Second Alpha Heir by C.L. Ledford – Review by Shelly Kittell

The Second Alpha HeirThe Second Alpha Heir by C.L. Ledford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a refreshing change from the usual shifter tale. I enjoyed the different narrative that the author wrote chose to use. It was quite interesting and very intriguing. This pulled me in right from the beginning. Of course, I couldn’t put it down, I had to see him get revenge and protect what is his. The plot was fairly smooth. Overall, it’s a terrific book and I look forward to reading more from this author. I believe paranormal readers will love this one.

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Caring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your World by Alli Eldridge – Review by Alison Risher

Caring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your WorldCaring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your World by Alli Eldridge
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Heartwarming despite its subject matter, this book is informative. I believe it is a necessary read for pet owners. All pet owners will benefit from reading this book, not only those who are on this heartbreaking journey. Many pet owners will face the end of their pet’s life. The author offers us hope and grace through a trying time.

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Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny Book 3) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Kerry Baker

Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny #3)Between Darkness & Light by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is yet another brilliant continuation of an already great story. It took nothing at all to fall back into the characters and these stories. This story is just as well written and interesting as the previous books. This author has really created such a fascinating world. I love how new it feels, even as the series progresses. Each book builds on the previous one and really adds a whole new level to the series. I would highly recommend this series to any fan of the genre!

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Victoriously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 4) by Anise Storm – Review by Lucy Machard

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

I’ve been in love with series since book two, but let me tell ya, book four just HITS DIFFERENT. This book was over the top awesome, exceptionally, astounding, marvelous, sensational and sensual book that she’s had so far in the series. I’ve been waiting for this book to come out, and I was ecstatic when it was released. This author does not disappoint, and I’m already dying for book two. The chemistry between the characters was phenomenal, and I love the parallel between a specific character and the name of the book.

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Pursuit into Darkness (War of Destiny Book 2) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Kerry Baker

Pursuit into Darkness (War of Destiny, #2)Pursuit into Darkness by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a refreshing take on a vampire story and is certainly one I enjoy. I would definitely recommend reading them in order to get a full enjoyment of the series. I though they characters were engaging and it made the story exciting to read. The book is well written and fast paced. It is developed so well throughout the whole story. I was taken in with what the author was creating and I really did enjoy what was written. This is a brilliant continuation of the story and I can’t wait to see what the next instalment holds.

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Queen of Hearts (Heels, Rhymes & Nursery Crimes Vol. 21) By Natalina Reis – Review by Deb Robinson

Queen of Hearts (Heels, Rhymes & Nursery Crimes, #21)Queen of Hearts by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story had so many facets to it which kept me thinking long past the end of the book. I was very thankful I did not live in the time period of the story where women were treated as nothing more than property. The Queen of Hearts has been through much pain and abuse by the one who married her. She is a strong woman who will get her revenge. The story has many twists that will keep you reading to find out if she can truly trust anyone again. Women may not have many rights in the book but they sure do have a link to each other.

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Love is Worth Fighting for (The Meraki Series Book 3) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Love is Worth Fighting forLove is Worth Fighting for by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this cute romance story. This is the third book in this series which is just as enjoyable as the previous two. I highly suggest reading the previous two books to help your enhancement of this series and this author’s writing skills. I enjoyed being pulled into the story by the characters. They are strong, engaging, supportive characters that bring the story to life. They had me coming back for more. This is a fast paced story that was hard to put down. A story about Krystina and her quest that will test everything in her. Will she learn that it is okay to fight for what you want? I enjoyed her growth as well as the plot throughout the story. This is a great story that you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book.

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Pilot Who Knows the Water (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 6) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Kerry Baker

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

This is a series that really does go from strength to strength. Each book is descriptive and detailed and such an interesting read. The characters are always do engaging and dynamic, I found it so easy to fall back into their journey.
It is clear from the way these books are written that the author really has a passion for this genre. The attention to detail and the development is evident in every single sentence. I have enjoyed every single one of these books so far and this one is no exception. It is another fantastic addition to an already great series.

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The Second Alpha Heir by C.L. Ledford – Review by Amy Brennan

The Second Alpha HeirThe Second Alpha Heir by C.L. Ledford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Such a sweet nerd turned alpha story! The whole time I was reading this novel, all I could do was root for Nolen, especially when the weight of the world seemingly rested on his shoulders. I have always been a sucker for the underdog, and really enjoyed getting to know Nolen, and Amora, along with Sawyer, Beta Adam, and the rest of their packs. The author does well to bring us into their world, and get to know the characters, although, I did feel a couple of things were overdone in the description department, or repetitiveness of information, which took away from the story.

There was lots of action, romantic suspense, and suspense in general that allowed for the reader to get immersed in the pages, especially if novels of a paranormal variety are your cup of tea. I do love the connection that is built between Nolen and his deceased brother, Archer. It’s a very neat concept and one that ties nicely into the story! I do look forward to reading more by this author, and think it’s well worth a read if you’re in the mood for some werewolf action!

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Caring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your World by Alli Eldridge – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Caring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your WorldCaring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your World by Alli Eldridge
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this story. This is a new author for which I look forward to seeing what is next for them. This is a well written story about what happens when you’re told that your best friend’s life only has a short time to live. This is an emotional story that took me on an emotional roller coaster throughout. This is a fast paced story that is engaging and will pull on your heart strings. I did enjoy the characters and what they brought to the story. This is a story that is written with a lot of heart and soul. I had a hard time putting it down. I highly recommend reading this book.

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Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny Book 3) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny #3)Between Darkness & Light by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this paranormal story. This is the third book in this series which I highly suggest reading the previous books to help your enjoyment of this series. Julia is back in another fantasy, adventure full story. I enjoy her character and what she brings to the story. She is connectable, strong and supportive which makes it easy to read the story. She is now faced with repairing relationships and having to ask for help. This is where Matthew enters the story. They both are determined to find out why destiny is being altered and who is behind it. I enjoyed their chemistry which added to the story. This is an entertaining story that is hard to put down. I can’t wait to see what happens next. I highly recommend this book.

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Lake Of Flowers (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 5) by N. L. Holmes – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Lake of Flowers (Lord Hani #5)Lake of Flowers by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lord Hani is yet again called upon to conduct an investigation for the royal household and since he has had his promotion and been honoured by the royal family, he knows that he cannot say no, but he desperately wants to. This time, he has been tasked to investigate some thefts from the household of the King and although the items are returned after they disappear, answers are still demanded and sought, so although this keeps him closer to home, his heart is worried about his families future.

As he begins this latest investigation, he finds out that people who work at the palace have been killed and that it looks like it was murder, however, when Lord Hani digs deeper, he finds that he victims were all involved in a cover up relating to the Crown Prince’s birth and the unusual circumstances surrounding it, this is where Lord Hani’s anxiety ratchets up a notch when he begins to fear for the life of his daughter and her friend who were also involved.

As the plot thickens and more information and evidence is uncovered, Lord Hani finds that the more he investigates the thefts from the King’s household, the more it is connected to an attempt which is made on the king’s life and the revolutionaries behind it and again Lord Hani is caught in the middle. As the revolutionaries and believers of the old religious regime of Amen-Ra become more daring, the government attempts to clamp down harder on them, but civil war is on the brink of breaking out when it is revealed that the revolution goes as high up the hierarchy as the Queen.

Can Lord Hani escape from between the radical revolutionaries and the government as the investigation progresses, or will he have a crisis of heart and conscience before a conclusion is reached? This is a thrilling rollercoaster ride of emotions as you can see all the players constructing around each other, leaving those in the middle to try and escape while still holding onto the things most dear to them as investigations lead to evidence of secrets and truths which could affect the whole kingdom.

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The North Wind Descends (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 4) by N. L. Holmes – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

The North Wind Descends (The Lord Hani Mysteries #4)The North Wind Descends by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lord Hani returns and has been enjoying his role as a scribe working from his home, rather than going on long trips away like when he was a foreign diplomat, however, he has had a tumultuous few years doing it and although he has tried, he hasn’t had the easiest time keeping his feelings towards the King’s regime private, however, when he is summoned to his superiors office, he has a feeling that things are about to get dangerous again. The meeting goes in a different direction than he expected though when he is told he has a new assignment in Kumidi, but he also receives the news that the King Akhenaten wants to honour him with a title and a promotion, Lord Hani is speechless and so just about manages to accept his assignment and give his thanks for the notification of his new honours and status. When he returns home to spread the news, it is received in good spirits, although, it is also accepted with apprehension because of the past few years and how the change of regime has affected his family and friends, however, when the day comes, they all rally round to congratulate him and celebrate.

It is not long after this that he heads north to make a start on his assignment, he is hoping that it will be straight forward, however, when he receives news that there has been a murder of a foreign diplomat where he is being sent, that becomes the priority in his investigations as he doesn’t want to offend the other dignitaries and cause any more of a problem. When he arrives, he begins investigating immediately and interviews the commissioner who is based there, as well as the rest of the murdered diplomat’s party, he finds that the information given is not much and he gets even less from the servants, that is until a key piece of evidence is stumbled upon by accident.

This leads to Lord Hani finding that an event from his past is connected to this event in the present in the most bizarre and shocking way, so he has to somehow find justice for both, but will he be able to do this and keep his conscience in tact at the same time? This is another historical mystery which keeps you hooked throughout as past and present collide to reveal another tangled web of intrigue which has to be unravelled for the truth to be found and you will be carried along on the tide of the investigation until its conclusion as well.

 

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Romance under Aquarius (Stargazing Series Book 1) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

Romance Under AquariusRomance Under Aquarius by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an interesting book and it didn’t take long to read. This book follows four people, three of which reside in or near Atlantis and a human. Maris is the princess and is betrothed to another royal named Ryn. Ryn is looking forward to being the next king, but he is in love with Pasha who is the best friend to Maris. A sticky situation that gets even stickier when Maris saves a human named Kasper. Kasper in on a quest go find the jug of Aquarius which he hopes will rid his brother of cancer. How far will Kasper go to find this mythical item? Will Maris return to fulfill her duties and marry the cheating Ryn? Will Pasha get the courage to walk away from Ryn? The author gave us a different perspective from each character which I normally find messy in a book. The different perspectives worked well and were seamless in transition. The story kept a good flow without feeling like there were pieces missing. I saw that this is a series of 12 books and I am interested to see what the next book will be about.

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

PremeditatedPremeditated by Susanna Haymond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

PREMEDITATED: A Trust Betrayed, Lives Sabotaged, A Love Undaunted (Agents of Justice Book 2) by Susanna Haymond. This is such a good read. It was nice to be able to read a crime story without all the horrible language. This is the story of Anne who is trying as hard as she can to combat the drug problem in her town. She wants to show kids an alternative life to drugs. When she starts taking B12 shots from her DR she begins to feel bad, not better. Grant and Josh are the local DEA agents and they are doing all they can to bring down the local drug lord. Grant is very good friends with Ann so it hits personally for him. Ann begins to become addicted to the B12 shots and craves them. She realizes there is something sinister going on. People begin to die from overdoses and the more that the DEA’s close in they begin to target the agents and their families. Will they be able to get these people behind bars before more innocent people die? This is such a good, fast paced thrilling read!

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Scepter Of Flint (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 3) by N. L. Holmes – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Scepter of Flint (Lord Hani #3)Scepter of Flint by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lord Hani is back again as has maintained his role as a royal scribe despite everything which has happened over the last seven years and this year, the King is holding a Great Jubilee of the Aten, a celebration of his rule and that of the Aten over the two lands, this is an unusual occurrence this early in a King’s reign, however, this King enjoys the processions and fanfares of celebrations and this one is no different, the sun is beating down on the crowd and nobody is comfortable, so Lord Hani leaves as soon as he can. As the celebrations continue with feasting, gift giving and religious festivals, Lord Hani is called upon again to conduct an investigation, however, this time it is a series of tombs which have been robbed and this crime is one of the most unforgivable, so Lord Hani knows a lot is at stake.

As he starts to look into the robberies, he discovers a deeper plot within the machinations of the group suspected, however, Lord Hani can understand why the local workers may have been led astray when he sees the conditions in which they are living and working, however, information and evidence is not forthcoming. Lord Hani being the compassionate man that he is, goes back to see one of the people he has interviewed and this is when he finds out that someone else is investigating the robberies as well, however, this other person is doing their best to undermine Lord Hani while doing whatever it takes to get a quick closure, but all is not as it seems when Lord Hani finds out just how deep the rabbit hole goes.

As he digs deeper into the mystery, Lord Hani again becomes the centre of attention and is being surveyed, however, the danger is coming from all around him and again he worries about just whom he can trust in the Royal Hall of Correspondence. Will Lord Hani be able to find the evidence he needs to solve the mystery of the robberies before anyone else is hurt, or will he succumb to those trying to stop him? This is another tangled web of a mystery which will lead you along a twisted, but intriguing path with a series of clues which will hook you in to solving the mystery at the same time.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Nichole Chrisman

Jake the Growling Dog Shares His TrailJake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our little buddy Jake is playing on his trail in the woods when he comes across an odd set of tracks. The brave little pup feels not so brave and hides when he hears the owner of the tracks coming. It’s with the help of new and old friends that Jake discovers the mystery tracker and learns about being a good friend. At the end of this book are tons of activities, talking points with your kids about empathy and friendship, and fun ideas. Very cute story!

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