This was a fun quick mystery. Eve who felt a strong connection to Murder Creek immediately knows that she needs to look into an unsolved murder for her journalism class. I loved that this was an easy listen but was able to get touch on important little details. The ending was sad but perfect. Definitely worth listening to.
Caring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your World by Alli Eldridge
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is special to my heart. I have experienced the same event. I appreciate how the author opened their emotions in this book. It is written beautifully. I felt every emotion the author felt at certain points in this book. This book was real for me. I highly recommend this.
The Cave of Ruin Arsa by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first I’ve read by this author, and I’m not gonna lie, it’s pretty good. There are a lot of Irish Gaelic names and vernacular, and while the author does have a cheat sheet in the back, on Kindle it’s easier to just look everything up. I do love how there are also recipes in the back, and I’m probably going to try a couple. It is a bit of a longer book, it took me a couple days to finish it. I thought it came off to a bit of a slower start, but it still pulls the reader in on the adventure.
Levi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Sometimes you need a quick clean romance book to fill your afternoon and thats exactly what this book was.
We meet a family who has suffered a huge loss and things really took off from there. This was a very fast feeling timeline and while we get to know a lot of info on each main character Im greedy and wanted so much more back story on both of them.
I cant wait to read about the rest of the brothers we met here.
Levi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 stars!
I really enjoyed this book. Bella is an all around sweet woman, and the way Levi treats her is just disgusting since he knows nothing about why she has been thrust into his care. He just makes assumptions. On the other hand he is going through some things of his own so I can see why he is distrustful of people and wary. Bella being dropped into the brother’s and Allie’s lives is the best thing that could have happened for all of them and the bond they all form is nice, especially for Bella due to the past she has shared with her ex. Bella is a strong and amazing woman for protected Allie the way she does. I hope to see more of the brothers and see what becomes of Levi’s brothers, Amos and Elijah.
On Viking Seas by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The third book in the Forerunner series begins where the last book left off. Events are looking a little grim for Cub and Kara as Cub is a captured slave, and Kara is being forced to be put on the market for marriage. The rest of the Agnesson clan do end up in trouble as well.
Finn and his uncle Karl have managed to make an enemy of a dark elf in the last book and that hasn’t been left in the air as the elf gets the help of three witches to try and kill him. Sorven is finding himself in adult like situations and is managing to react like the child he is. There were a lot of face palms when I was reading about Sorven.
This series is so well written. I can see it in all play out im my mind and Finn’s adventures would make an excellent video game. Finn and Kara are my favorites and I can’t wait to read more!
This is my first audio book by this author. I enjoyed listening to it as the narrator made the story come to life. This is an engaging story where I had no problem imagining what was happening. I also enjoyed how the narrator used different tones to add to the story. This was an easy story to listen to and it provided much entertainment. This is a story about Emma and her adventures. This is a story where the characters are connectable and are supportive of each other. I look forward to listening to more from this author. I highly recommend this audio.
Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Armand Rosamilia is a new author to me so I was unsure what to expect. He is known to have eclectic tastes in writing and not confined to one genre. His books include crime thrillers, supernatural thrillers, horror, zombies, contemporary fiction, nonfiction and more.
Shake Down is an interesting thriller mystery that is a little fun, a lot suspenseful and well-written with a good storyline. There is action, murder, mayhem, with intrigue making it an enjoyable read.
Armand weaves a thrilling tale in this new series that is unique with well-developed strong characters. The plot is well thought out keeping the reader interested in the outcome.
I’m looking forward to seeing what comes next.
Reviewed by @jennadb
I’m Not Your Difference by Theresa Sederholt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
For 18+ Mature readers as there is violence and sexual content.
I’m Not Your Difference is the fourth book in the wonderful series. Theresa never fails to deliver a story that leaves you wanting more. Make sure to read the previous books in the series before starting this one. It is an amazing story that is full of mystery and intrigue and is as thrilling as it is suspenseful.
This is my favourite from Theresa to date.
There is everything you could want in a good story, danger, murder and a serial killer. This is a very emotionally charged story with passion, love and heartbreak, danger and fear, sadness and redemption, betrayal and hurt, and so many other emotions. The story is written in different points of view which I love and gives the story and the characters more depth. The characters are well written and you will fall in love with them.
I can’t wait to see what Theresa has in store for us next.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Death & Mirrors: All Things Dark & Deadly, Book One by S.F. Benson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Death & Mirrors is the first book in this YA Gaslamp fantasy. SF’s unique retelling with a twist of the fairy tale Alice In Wonderland. It has it all with necromancers, mythical artefact, a bizarre stranger, a heinous criminal, magick, a budding detective and so much more in this adventure.
The plot is interesting and the characters are as unique as the tale. It was an intriguing read that lovers of Gaslamp fantasy will love.
Evaline imagines herself a bit of detective like Sherlock Holmes not only that she is also a necromancer. When she happens upon a mystery, she soon finds herself falling down the rabbit’s hole straight in to an alternate world.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Enchanted in Time by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really enjoy Nikki’s work and when I saw this book, I jumped to get it. Enchanted indeed! It is a wonderful paranormal story with so many twists you will not see coming. There is suspense, tension, and lots of the feels/emotions. My heart broke but also warmed. Nikki gave us a magical, unique, complex and multi-layered tale.
I love a tangled web full of mystery and intrigue as it keeps you guessing and Nikki delivered that and more. There were tears, laughter, intrigue, beautiful friendships, romance and so much more.
This is one tale that I am not going to give anything away. It is a magical tale that needs to be read and discovered without preconceived ideas.
As always, I look forward to reading more from Nikki.
Reviewed by @jennadb
On Viking Seas by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What an adventure this story is. This book has adventure, suspense and thrills for all too enjoy set in the time of the Vikings. I have loved this trilogy. Intense adventures that grab you on page 1 and don’t let go until you finish. Thorafinn and his friends will take you on the Viking journey of a lifetime. The characters are so well-written. This is book 3 and they feel like old friends by know. Finn has become like a little buddy. The plot flows because you can tell the author did his research into the timeline when he wrote the story. It all wraps up like a nice package, even a nice little boat troll. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Fantastic fantasy series. You really need to hit that one-click. I promise you, you’ll love this series.
Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was a freaking well written fantastic adventure! I was hooked from the character introductions. The characters were connectable, and the action was tense and a good build up!
The book gave so much. I felt I was right there with everything that was going on. From figuring out characters whom to trust, and whom you knew you could a first glance, and when it comes down to it, you would sacrifice everything for those you love. Amazing writing. I could not put it down. It kept me interested till the final word on the final page. Loved it! Really exciting read and a fulfilling time!
I was hooked, no questions asked. The writing was good and kept you holding on till everything came together. I am so glad I came across this book! Highly recommend this book and author!
Death & Mirrors: All Things Dark & Deadly, Book One by S.F. Benson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is fantastic. Evaline is a strong young woman who may have some fears about using her magic and saving the worlds but she is going to do it. She is on a search for the treasure that will kill the creature trying to destroy the worlds…plus she is up against her father’s archaic views of trying to marry her off. Full of suspense, intrigue and adventures with a dash of romance, you surely won’t be disappointed with this story. Evaline is a strong protagonist that goes up against some mean characters. Well-written, the plot really flows well together. There are even a few plot twists thrown in for good measures. I love how the characters are written and how well they all mesh together even though they are so different. It amazes me with the archaic views of fathers trying to marry off their daughters, and it’s never for love. Ugh! The tone is humor with serious. It’s an enjoyable read that the young adults, even the older adults will enjoy.
Death & Mirrors: All Things Dark & Deadly, Book One by S.F. Benson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
So freaking good! I am some one who loves anything to do with ancient things, especially artifacts, so this book really called out to me. Once I started, I was invested to the point where I could not put this book down as it was just so intense at times, with its own intrigue!
Loved the mysterious surrounding this book. I loved how the author kept us as the reader interested with interesting events, a strange different world, that made me questions lot of things. And of course, wonderful characters that brought the story to life, along with the author’s sensational writing!
Loved this book with a passion. I will continuously recommend this book for a long time to come, it was perfectly done, and a must read for sure! Definitely do very much highly recommend! Loved it!
Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is my first book by this author which I enjoyed from beginning to end. This is the first book in this series and what a great start it is. I look forward to reading more in this series in the future. This is a well written story where the characters bring the twists and turns to a new level. A story that is full of action and suspense. It has great growth throughout the story as well. I found this story to be fast paced and hard to put down. An engaging story that had me coming back for more. A story about an ex-cop who now does repo and has repossessed the wrong boat. Now the cartel is after what was taken from them. I really enjoyed how the author used details to make the characters relatable and supportive. They made the story feel realistic, as if you were right there with them. This is an easy and entertaining story to read. I really enjoyed reading this story. I highly recommend this story.
Review by @bjwagner
I’m Not Your Difference by Theresa Sederholt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was full of compelling characters, I could not put it down to say the least. It was so brilliantly written. I was in love with the characters that came to life and felt so much emotion as well!
Any is and was such a greatly written character. He was more than jus a character. He was very real. He is a dad but has issues and living the life he chooses. I found that so beauotul and admirable. I loved reading about the side with Stephen as well. The story had amazing writing and really pulled on my heart strings, I was hoked, and mesmerized as I read. Excellent book and truly loved it!
Really well written bool, by an author who I can not wait to read more from! I do recommend this book and this author, as well as this series! Highly recommend, for they are all must reads!
Enchanted in Time by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
As always, this author amazes me in all which they write and create. This book alone had its own magic and mesmerized me with the words in which it held. The characters brought on their own intrigue as well, I could not put it down, I was very much invested with my reading.
The book gave me such feelings, and the truth, which was hard to take at times, we are meet an end’s meet at some point, no matter how much we want to avoid it. But something that does not die with us, is the life we lived, the impressions we made, or the story of ourselves that we wrote. I found all that to be true a I read this wonderful book.
I was caught up between Roxanne and Claudette as I read, and I was so emotionally invested, I can not come up with other words to say how much I loved and appreciated this novel. Wonderful character development and heart felt emotions. Loved it!
The writing was amazing, and the author certainly brought a beautiful story to life in many ways. We all need to read this I believe. Do not pass it up! I highly recommend this must-read book!
Body Checked by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Bridger’s life is falling apart around him. He’s screwing up his personal life, and with that is ruining his life on the Ice. Tia’s life is also falling apart around her, but that is due to the circumstances of someone she is trying to run from. When Tia is asked to help her best friend out on a photo shoot will these two find comfort in each other or will their experiences and trust issues be what keeps them apart? This book is a great read full of action.
Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an intense, adventure story. You are sucked in straight from the beginning. Well-written with the tone of a true Floridian spy novel, the characters all seem to have secrets they are hiding. The main plot has twists and turns that have you questioning as you think you know who did it. Clayton is a protagonist just trying to figure out the right thing to do for his daughter. Everywhere he turns are antagonists. This is an excellent story with the suspense, a shot at romance, thriller, and adventure. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I think adventure lovers out there will love it too.
Enchanted in Time by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed reading this story. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading from the first book I picked up. I never hesitate to pick up this author. One of the things I enjoy is how she uses details to make me feel part of the story. This is a well written story about Roxanne and her job of caring for Claudette. Claudette has one dying wish and that is to spend her last days in a house she loves being in. These two bond over stories. Now Roxanne is questioning herself and even the fictional characters. What happens next in this story you will want to read to find out. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the start. I enjoyed these characters and how connectable they were. They are strong, supportive characters that made the story for me. This is a fast paced story that kept me coming back for more. A fast paced story that kept me engaged and I wanted to know more. I enjoyed the growth of the characters as well as the growth of the plot. This is a story that is hard to put down. You don’t want to miss this story for sure. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
On Viking Seas by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The intriguing story and adventure continues! I never tire of this series, its just so fantastically written! Its so easy to get hooked on the characters and the story, this author does not disappoint!
I found this book didn’t hold back. We all had a good base from the previous two books, this one packed on the adventure and mystified me in its own special way. The visual affects the author creates were stunning as usual. I was pulled in, and felt I was there with all the characters. Wonderful character development and the outside factors were an amazing contribute to the story as well!
Again, love this series, and can not get enough at all. I love this series, and always very much enjoy it. I recommend this series if you have not got your hands on it yet. Highly recommend!
Enchanted in Time by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a beautiful story. Roxanne is recovering from the loss of her husband and son. She is offered a caregiving position with Claudette Grayson, a famous author that she idolizes. Little does Roxanne realize that she has walked into a magical mystery that will change her life forever. Full of intrigue, romance, suspense, mystery and a bit of enchantment/time-travel, the story will grab you by the hand the minute you start it and pull you right in. You will find that you must know what happens after every page. I couldn’t put it down. Phillip is the mystery man of intrigue and I had to know who he was and what was going on. The story is so well-written. Claudette is so set on her story being finished that you can’t help but wonder why. The mystery of who Phillip is and why he is is a primary question. The intrigue of what happened between Margaret and Phillip? So many questions to be answered. I love the plot twists. The plot even flowed smooth for having a few diversions. The characters were well-intertwined. Every one had their individual part but also played a key role. I didn’t see Renee’s surprise coming. I found that the trapped in time/enchantment theme worked really well. The climax of the book played out well. I wasn’t too sure at first but as it was explained, it all came out so well. A great book that I feel many will love. Highly recommend.
On Viking Seas by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the third book in The ForeRunner series and all I can say is wow. This is one series that keeps getting better and better with each installment. The author has done a great job with mixing history and mythology to create a story that is unique and full of action and adventure, as well as mythical beings and secrets left to reveal. This story also covers what it was like to be a slave and how they suffered which was a moving retelling of past events and shines a light on just how awful those times were.
This story is basically several stories in one as we find the Agneson family separated and each member going through their own struggles.
You have Thorfinn who is still at sea battles the elements, storms and dangers as they cross the seas. His sister Kara is now of marrying age and fighting her uncle against the planned marriage which she doesn’t want. You have family members travelling to other parents to recover and come to terms with some devastating news and finally there is Cub who has been captured and taken as a slave to work in the tin mines.
Can this family defeat all the odds against them and be reunited? Or are the odds to high against them as they struggle on their own?
This is my first audiobook by this author. I really enjoyed listening to it. I look forward to listening to more by this author. I enjoyed how the narrator was able to pull me into the story by using different tones of voice. It also helped keep the story engaging. The characters took me on an adventure of magic and evil spirits. They are not only connectable and the narrator gave life to the story. This is a story of a journey to Middle Earth and a race of survival to save all from darkness. I highly recommend this audiobook and this author.
One In A Billion by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
In the beginning of this book, It seemed a little slow paced or hard to connect to. After a bit it became more medium paced, and I felt there was a better flow. Overall there was a good storyline, characters that you love, and a plot twist you don’t really see coming. It left me wishing for more in the end. Would read more!
Andy Justice is a single dad, trying to teach his daughter, Stella, how to live in a world without labels . . . to love and be loved for who she is. To value family and friends, and always be kind. The lesson may not seem extraordinary, but when you’re a single, gay man, battling Parkinson’s who’s adopted a deaf girl orphaned because her mother was murdered, it has a lot more significance in the meaning.
These two have become the perfect medicine to heal each other’s heart. Andy just never thought he would be doing this alone. His husband, Stephen, was not on board with raising Stella. Between Andy’s illness and the special circumstances surrounding Stella, it was all too much for him. So . . . he walked away.
Just when Andy has settled into his new life with Stella and feels ready to give his heart another chance at finding love, Stephen unexpectedly contacts him and asks to meet. Andy agrees, if only to have his say, something he never had the chance to do before.
When the meeting happens, Andy finally feels the confidence to move on. Stella is his focus now, and even though Stephen will always have a place in his heart, he finds his closure. However, things are completely opposite in Stephen’s world, as seeing Andy only confirms what he’s been afraid to admit all along—he’s made a huge mistake. Now he has to do everything possible to win Andy back, to have the future that was always meant to be.
While Andy and Stephen are working on whether they will have a future together or not, a serial killer, who is targeting gay men, has other plans for them both.
There’s only one man who can put all the pieces together in time to save them—Fitzgerald “Fitz” Rodriguez.
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If you love Nutella…we’re already friends.
I’m Theresa Sederholt, and I like writing. More than that, I love to tell stories. I write in multiple genres, but my heart, my passion, lies in writing stories that connect to those that have withstood dramatic, personal experiences. I want to bring awareness and understanding by dealing with subject matter that is intimidating to navigate.
On the flip side, I also like to whip up a steamy romance filled with suspense and sprinkled with mystery. Keeping you guessing with a twist here and there makes me happy.
When I’m not writing, I’m cooking with my amazing husband, spoiling my dogs, or enjoying the rolling hills of North Carolina that are my backyard.
If you would like to contact me, you can find me on any of the following social media platforms or feel free to email me at: ttnewyork007@gmail.com
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Ex-cop Clayton Conway has made some mistakes.
He’s trying to work hard with a repo company, hooking cars and boats. Raise his daughter and stay friendly with his ex-wife. Make enough money to pay the rent on his tiny apartment over a bar in Jacksonville Beach.
But when one of the Orenato Cartel’s speedboats gets repossessed, they come looking for it.
Putting Clayton, his family and friends, in danger.
Can he protect them, or will the cartel get what they came for? And will his own weaknesses get the best of him… again?
From the author of the Award Winning crime thriller series, Dirty Deeds, comes a new series set in the same world!
Armand Rosamilia is a New Jersey boy currently living in sunny Florida, where he writes when he’s not sleeping. He’s happily married to a woman who helps his career and is supportive, which is all he ever wanted in life…
He’s written over 200 stories that are currently available, including crime thrillers, supernatural thrillers, horror, zombies, contemporary fiction, nonfiction and more. His goal is to write a good story and not worry about genre labels.
He is also a successful podcaster, too!
The Mando Method Podcast with co-host Chuck Buda – talking about writing and publishing
He also loves to talk in third person… because he’s really that cool.
You can find him at https://armandrosamilia.com for all of his information as well as random things he enjoys
What happens when a budding detective falls down the rabbit hole?
Evaline Wainwright is the daughter of acclaimed occult archaeologists. The necromancer stumbles upon a mystery when a stranger dressed in black comes to the Wainwright home seeking help. Determined to discover the truth behind the visit, Evaline follows the woman.
Chasing the bizarre female lands Evaline and her beau in a mirror world without rhyme or reason. The sun never shines, the fog never lifts, and it’s always damp. Life doesn’t thrive in Londinium because of a heinous criminal known as Doctor Death.
The beast can be stopped, but they need the mythical Firestone to do the job.
Can Evaline unearth the artifact and prevent the creature from killing anyone else?
SF Benson is the author of the paranormal suspense series, The Spell Caster Diaries. Although she knows everything about Falls Creek, New York and the supernaturals living there, she resides with her husband and daughter in sunny Southern California. When she’s not writing about strong heroes and heroines conquering the odds, she spends her time either reading romance and fantasy novels or binge-watching her favorite DC Universe shows or Marvel movies.
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Jay Veloso Batista is a published author of Historical Fantasy and Supernatural Suspense, technical non-fiction, poetry and role-playing games. The Forerunner Series includes ‘Thorfinn and the Witch’s Curse,’ ‘The Vardoger Boy,’ ‘On Viking Seas,’ ‘Kara, Shieldmaiden of Eire (2022),’ ‘Mauraders in Jotunheim (2023),’ and ‘Voyage to Cordova (2024).’ Jay loves history, cycling and hiking, and good craft beer! A frequent traveler for business and pleasure, Jay has visited all 50 states and all of the continents except Antarctica, and the places he has frequented support his story craft. A father and grandfather, Jay lives on the eastern Delaware shore with his wife where they can kayak, swim in the ocean and eat lots of blue fin crabs! You can learn more about Jay at www.jayvelosobatista.com or on his Facebook Author page.