The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire – Review by Kerry Carr

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a very beautifully written story about faith and hope and discovering who you really are. The author does an incrediable job with the story of Nico and his journey back to the person he was always meant to be. As a reader i was completely captivated by his story and transition and how he overcomes all the challenges thrown at him along the way.
The author makes you feel a part of the journey like you are experiencing every thought and sensation as it happens. Some parts are hard to read but it’s just life and we all have to go through hard times to progress and become better people.

Nico’s character at the beginning I wasn’t too sure of. He was very focused on himself and using people to get what he wanted but as his journey progressed I saw the transformation of Nico and it was inspiring.

I don’t want to give more away but it is definately a must read if you are looking for something relatable to life with a lot of hope and faith.

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Moby Plays the Flute by Eeha Bhatt – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Moby Plays the FluteMoby Plays the Flute by Eeha Bhatt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moby Plays the Flute by Eeha Bhatt. This is such a sweet book and the pictures are beautiful. Its the story of a little girl named Moby and her father is in the military. When he has to go away for a year he gifts her a flute for her birthday. When she tries to play the flute she realizes you can’t just play it automatically you have to learn. As she struggles and learns to play the instrument she learns that hard work and regular practice pays off. This is a great book to give as a gift for kids of all ages. My nephews that are 4 and 7 loved it!

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The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was mesmerizing for all which it held. I could not turn away as I read, written exceptionally, with all the beauty of the world possible. The emotions were hard to feel at times, but it made the book!

Nico was special. You could get that from reading about him and his journey. He faced many things. Faith was a big play in the story. I found that really important and admirable, but it really made Nico who he was. Some things as I mentioned were hard to feel on Nico’s journey, but everything he endured made him the person he was at the end. To me this is a story that should not be overlooked or passed up. Everything Nico experiences, you experience as well. Mystifying and heartfelt, and full of beauty! Loved it!

Such a wonderful book full of heart and inspiration. I could not have asked for more. I was truly filled with emotions as I read. Beautiful writing. Highly recommend this must read book.

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From Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan – Review by Alison Risher

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From Brick & DarknessFrom Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The main character experiences a character growth spurt throughout the course of this book. He learns that friends are worth sacrificing for. He learns that secret desires, even when not acted upon, can become deadly. He grows to appreciate his mom. He even learns to accept help. I would definitely read another book by this author!

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Moby Plays the Flute by Eeha Bhatt – Review by Alison Risher

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Moby Plays the FluteMoby Plays the Flute by Eeha Bhatt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a heartwarming story! As a flute player myself, I can say that this book hit all the right notes with me! The main character develops perseverance throughout the tale. She learns an incredible lesson- that sometimes, a closer look is required. She also learns the value of hard work.

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The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire – Review by Maryn Belling

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The Serpent AwakensThe Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire – Review by Maryn Belling

Several content warnings are missing from this text; although it goes out of its way to assure us it’s a work of fiction. Maybe you read the first book and already know you can overcome the misogyny, polyamory, abuse (physical, mental, spiritual), drugs, and controlling (compelling) of cult-like devotees. Maybe you’re reading this book on its own.

The author is clearly well-read and gifted at developing characters and a story-line.

Nico is a user and abuser of women and drugs. As a teacher of Kundalini Yoga, he’s supposed to be a caretaker of others’ spiritualities so they can heal through the practice. Whether to appeal to the reader’s compulsion to fix others or to discredit holistic practitioners; Nico couldn’t be farther from a true yogi than if he were on a vintage Cartoon Network episode with a side-kick named BooBoo and a jaunty little hat. Unfortunately he’s compelling his devotees.

If you’re looking for a philosophical bent to your brooding bad boy, this book is probably for you. Poor Nico; nobody understands him & his Sisyphean quest except for you & Albert Camus. If you’re looking for a story where the devil gets his due, this isn’t it.

Unless you need an adult version of Nick Jr complete with a talking jaguar and cultural appropriation, skip the book and upgrade your jam to Calvin Harris’ new album Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2.

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The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Serpent AwakensThe Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found the book to have a few trigger warning areas. Overall, it was inspirational as you read about Nico’s journey returning to Buenos Aires to find himself. He went on quite a journey. The writing is beautiful. The characters and details of the journey are quite fascinating. There is so much in the story to be soaked in. I am positive that I will be reading it again. It is a story of faith as you follow the journey of Nico. He develops it on his travels. It’s a tale that must be read.

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Ashley Cooper Hammontree

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Operation PinpointOperation Pinpoint by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This sci-fi book of fated lovers was phenomenal, hands down amazing. At first, I needed time to understand the ranks and roles within the Space Force, but once I did, the pages turned so fast as I dove deeper and deeper into the story of Ravenna, searching for her lover Yve, as she combats sudden feelings for Dravos, held captive by Space Force. Let’s go, LGBT+ representation! Ravenna and Dravos go through so much together, and stand up for each other once they held eye contact together. Finding Yve was absolutely heartbreaking, but I loved the tenderness Dravos had and encouragement to keep her memory alive and finding out what the cause of her death was. Which, the cause of her death, huge twist I was not expecting. Brilliant turn of events.

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Fallen Star (The Divine Devils Book 2) by R Weir – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Fallen Star (The Divine Devils Book 2) by R Weir

Fallen Star is the second book in The Divine Devils Series and a wonderfully written Crime Thriller that is extremely hard to put down. I’m a fan of this author and his style of writing along with his pretty straightforward characters make for a intense read at times. I found myself on the edge of my seat trying to figure out the next move. This is packed with action , suspense drama crime and so much more. The storyline flowed so well that I got caught up in the pages and read half the night . I do highly recommend reading the first book if you haven’t already started it. Its just as good as this one and you get to know the characters and what’s been going on. Hunter and his team are back and this time they are investigating what starts out as a blackmail case but it seems the deeper they dig the more they find. They find themselves in a dangerous situation that includes, drugs,prostitution and murder. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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The Victor (The Freemasons Book 1) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Kelli Harper

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The Victor (The Freemasons #1)The Victor by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the beginning of a series, it has a little build up to what you think is going to be a big conflict but the only conflict in this story is the decision the male and female leads have to make on whether or not to stay together. Cole and Ava had a very rocky start to their marriage can they find their way back to one another?
Hopefully the next few books in the series have a lot more depth and they address the conflict that was just hinted at in this first book of the series. Otherwise this was good readd.

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Dainty Damsels Halloween Collection 2022 by J. N. Sheats reviewed by Jessica Pritt

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Dainty Damsels: Halloween Collection 2022Dainty Damsels: Halloween Collection 2022 by J.N. Sheats
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fun coloring book! This has many coloring sheets! There are no duplicates! The coloring sheets are cute and adorable. They are fun characters.

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Genre – Historical Thriller
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A companion to the internationally bestselling novel, The Brass Compass, Operation Blackbird takes the reader on a spy adventure from South America to Europe during a time when the yoke of Communism is tightening the reins on an unwilling people.

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October, 1952. The war is over, but for CIA officer Miriam Becker, memories of the horrors she witnessed remain jagged in her mind. While vacationing in Argentina, recovering from a mission that nearly killed her, she’s seeing more ghosts from the past than the sights. 

When a longtime family friend and fellow operative, Jake Devlin, tracks her down, Miriam is forced to push everything to the back of her mind for the next mission: help a highly prized and heavily guarded rocket scientist defect from Russian-controlled East Berlin—right out from under the KGB’s nose. 

Well aware that one wrong move could spark World War III, Miriam, Jake, and the team plan their strategy to the last detail. But when a betrayal brings everything crashing down, Jake’s quick thinking creates the diversion to get Miriam out alive—but leaves him trapped behind the Iron Curtain. 

Unsure of whom she can trust, Miriam must complete the mission by relying on contacts outside of the agency, even though her heart longs to return to East Berlin to rescue the man who is the last link to her to her troubled past … before the KGB gets to him first.

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The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire

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Genre – Romance
Page Count – 287

 When Nico Romero, a celebrated yoga master in Los Angeles, barely survives an attack on his life, he returns to his hometown of Buenos Aires to assess the purpose of his life. He reconnects with family, friends, and a former lover only to find his homecoming is not what he expected.

Encouraged by his grandmother, he travels to Peru to find his spiritual teacher. Secrets from Nico’s past bump up against reality as he searches for meaning and belonging in a world beyond his control. His inner path becomes interlaced with his outer one, and a deepening understanding of existence and personal suffering unfolds amidst the beauty of the Andes.

A coming-of-age at any age story that touches on faith and the human experience.

A journey to meaning and belonging — A tribute to Siddhartha and The Odyssey.

A story of fierce struggle and longing that begins with an act of surrender.

Lyrical and meditative — The Serpent Awakens explores big ideas and universal truths.

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My debut novel The Sleeping Serpent was a psychological drama about a woman’s struggle to break an obsessive bond with her yoga master. Essentially, it was about the redemptive power of love. The Serpent Awakens is a sequel of sorts that can be read on its own. In the tradition of Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse and The Odyssey, the story follows Nico’s journey to the shamans in the mystical Q’eros Nation where he realizes he can’t go home again. Most people search inwardly while others have made arduous quests to find their reason for being by leaving everything behind.

Prior to becoming a writer, I worked as a costumer in the film industry. I now spend my time writing, taking long walks with my husband, going to the gym, painting, and reading. We love to travel between our homes in Los Angeles and New York and enjoy the summer in the mountains.

I learned with the first book that I actually enjoy being quiet and alone with the creative process. This was a big help during the pandemic when I was writing the next book, The Serpent Awakens. Writing has taught me patience and to allow the spirit to guide me – that everything will come in time.

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Operation PinpointOperation Pinpoint by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

OOOO I love a good sci-fi romance! This one was about fated mates. And oh no, the mate loves another. It was unique and I really enjoyed the world the author created for us. The main characters were interesting and I didn’t want to put this one down. I think the only thing that could have made this one better for me was if it was written in first pov instead of third but that is a personal preference. But This was a quick read and I enjoyed it. I am looking forward to reading more by this author in the future.

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Boss’s Vendetta (Sicilian Gods Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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Boss's Vendetta: Dark Mafia Romance (Sicilian Gods Book 1)Boss’s Vendetta: Dark Mafia Romance by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just loved the cover art but once I learnt more about Salvatore the cover became alive ! Nailed it ! For that alone I’ll give 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 what’s between the pages was even more epic ! I love myself a mafia family but I must say the Larussio’s are my favourite by far !❣️😉

When Salvatore and Dr Palento first cross paths you can feel the tension already and it’s off the charts 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥not long after that they’re thrown into chaos by an attack on their family at a family wedding and all hell breaks loose , I could smell the blood and fear I could hear the bullets flying and the screams it’s so well written ! Great Uncle takes a near fatal hit and the beautiful Dr Palento plays a monumental role in pulling him through , his stubborn nature helped him fight as well 😂😉❣️

What follows in the underground place of safety and later on the ground is a read of epic proportions, there’s sizzling hot and steamy romance , there’s suspense , a lot of blood , violence and gore and a few very unexpected twists and turns that had me do a double take and reread and yes I did gasp 😱

Yes we have a HEA but I’m starved for more of the Larussio family 🔥🥰

Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Marie Collins

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Expect the unexpected. This story is one that grips you and doesn’t let go until you’re through. At first, I was surprised that Ravenna’s lover was a woman, but honestly, that built her character more for me. She’s relatable and a badass. Dravos is one of those people you can’t help but be curious about. I absolutely love this story, and I hope to read more soon.

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The Intruders by Brett McKay – Review by Angela Hayes

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The IntrudersThe Intruders by Brett McKay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

The Intruders by Brett McKay is a bit of a gripping supernatural thriller. This is my first book from Mr. McKay so I was excited to see what he could do.
I was immediately pulled into the story, avidly reading along to find out how things played out in the end. I was so engrossed that I ended up reading the whole book in one sitting. I didn’t need sleep. I needed answers lol.
Dex Sanders is a down on his luck husband and father. Scraping by as a car salesman just to make ends meet. But what happens when strange things begin to happen? An odd package arrives. Then dangerous intruders abduct him and his family- and then try to torture information out of him? Things couldn’t get worse. Or could they? Dex will need to dig deep, and try to keep his wits about him if he has any chance of finding a way to escape to save his family and himself- oh, and the world while he’s at it.
An intense story full of danger, dramatic developments, action, violence, agendas, time running out, high stakes, discovery, challenges, a powerful supernatural force, deadly & determined killers, and a whole lot of nail-biting tension…. it’s well worth the read to discover all the gripping details for yourself.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Brett McKay!

 

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Into the Light (Moon Harbor Series Book 3) by Kate McWilliams – Review by M Policicchio

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Into the LightInto the Light by Kate McWilliams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fantastic story with a few twists that you might not see coming.

Eleanor “Ellie” has been in love with Rafael for over a decade. There have always been barriers to her expressing her feelings for him, Raf is her brother’s best friend, he sees her as a little sister, and they are squarely in the friendzone. Recently Raf has been giving off mixed signals, like the longing looks but at the same time telling her she can’t wear a short skirt. Ellie has had it. She has to move on.

Rafael “Raf” is just a fisherman from the wrong side of the tracks. Despite his love for Ellie, he won’t ever be the kind of man she deserves. Not that her brother, his best friend, would ever let him date her anyway. Raf has loved Ellie as long as he can remember. It is getting harder and harder for him to fight his feelings. When a stranger attempts to take Ellie, Raf decides that he needs to let Ellie know what she means to him, friendship be damned.

When the attempted abduction turns into more, Raf finds himself in an interrogation room scared that Ellie won’t believe he had nothing to do with what is going on. When the ghosts of Raf’s past threaten his future with Ellie, Raf must act, even if it means the end.

Delightful, steamy quick read with enough suspense to keep you guessing.

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 1) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Return of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords, Book 1)Return of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I wasn’t a fan. I spent most of the first half of Return of the Elf Lord utterly confused. I just didn’t understand how one thing went with another. However, I’m saying that just because the book wasn’t my forte, doesn’t mean it won’t be yours. The author gives you a story with a lot of meat. If you enjoy world war 2 and supernatural worlds this book is definitely for you. Of course there’s some time traveling tied in. And anyone who enjoys that knows that time traveling always causes a lot of chaos. So you can imagine where this all ends up going.
The question being can the chaos be prevented?
If not can it be repaired?
Bernard was saved. However he can’t let go of the fact that he lost his family. He comes up with a plan to get them back. But unfortunately doesn’t understand the consequences that plan will cause. He’s blinded by the fact of wanting his wife and kids back. By the fact he’s gaining a power he didn’t have before that can help him in his conquest. He’s been warned to let the past remain, unfortunately he doesn’t heed that warning.
Freyja and Alva are trying to stop him. Will they be too late?
Alva has her own issues going on, so Bernard being selfish doesn’t help her deal with those. Her people are at wits end with leadership. Her mom is weak and perishing. But for her to be able to deal with those issues they need to prevent Bernard from rocking every world and realm.
This is a story about a man who is having trouble letting go. A woman’s acceptance of who she and her people are. Does that bring them together?
Balance and equality through the world & realms. Again the author put together a good story worth the read. I took a chance and struck out. Doesn’t mean it takes away from the artistry the author put on the pages. Definitely promising and I look to check another book out by this author in the future.

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Curse of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 2) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Curse of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 2)Curse of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed Curse of the Elf Lord way more than I enjoyed book 1. It wasn’t all over the place and confusing for me. A cohesive story that I feel was better written with more substance than the first book.
We are diving deep into the supernatural world which is what drew me to this book in the first place. Though I’ve minimal Elven reference, my preference tends to stick to vampires and shifters. However, there’s more than Elves, there’s demons, gods, wolves, ect which I enjoyed. Mythology tying into books has a tendency to peak my interest as well. Especially if Hades is involved, but I digress.
Emilien and Hel are at romantic odds. Estrangement is better, but what happens when they are forced to work together?
Something is going on, beings in the different worlds are starting to disappear. Getting stuck in the Shadow Lands Emilien was thrown for a loop. He was also attacked too and warned to cease his quest after his brother and his wife. If it wasn’t for his connection with Hel he might not have made it back. Freyja believes it’s all tied together. Olivier and his wife’s disappearance and the missing beings from world’s that depend on them for survival.
The author writes a wonderful story that pushes these two estranged characters back together. Wonderfully written she keeps you intrigued and wanting to know what happens next. I very well believe this works just as well as a stand-alone as well as a series. Now I think I need to jump into one of the authors’ other series because I’m realizing I may have another author to add to my list of favorites!

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My Bronc Riding Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series Book 6) by Brooke May – Review by M Policicchio

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My Bronc Riding CowgirlMy Bronc Riding Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This one surprised me. I found the description of the horses, rodeo activities and western wear thorough, an important part of the story and impressive. This was my first experience with this series. I enjoyed the story.

Tori is no stranger to the rodeo. She has been helping her parents out with their rodeo camps since she was a little girl. Tori is also a champion barrel racer but that is not what drives her passion. Tori wants to be a saddle bronc rider. It is what makes her happy. Tori has a plan. Her plan starts to take an unwanted curve when her parents allow the #1 saddle bronc rider to use their spare room when he is in town for the rodeo.

Cord is the son of a saddle bronc riding legend. He is the one to watch on the circuit right now. There is nothing that can distract him from his dreams of National championship. That is until he meets Tori. For some reason, Cord just can’t get this woman out of his head. Is it the way she sees right through his charm and public persona? Is the way she doesn’t flirt or fall at his feet like so many of the other girls he meets? Is it because she just became his competition?

As Tori and Cord keep winding up in the same places, a tenuous friendship grows. Cord has protective feelings for Tori, but she quickly proves that she can handle herself with any of the cowboys that bother her. Will they decide to stop fighting the attraction?

Fun, flirty quick read!!

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Nichole Chrisman

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Operation PinpointOperation Pinpoint by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great quick read. It was a little bit of everything mixed nicely together! Paranormal, check; Sci-fi, check; romance, check; fated mate, check! You root for the couple from the beginning even though the FMC is looking for her current partner in the beginning. Awesome story.

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Curse of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 2) by Heidi Vanlandingham – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Curse of the Elf Lord (Kingdom of the Elf Lords Book 2)Curse of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After finishing the first book in the Kingdome of the Elf Lords Series, Return of the Elf Lord I couldn’t wait to get my hands on book 2. The author continues to build on the magnificent world of the first book, but we are now learning about Emilien Elasalor, Bernard’s Uncle. He was cursed centuries earlier by a dark fae into the upright wolf that he is.
Shortly into the book it was nice to be reminded of Bernard and Alva from the first book. Emilien had helped his nephew in Washington D.C. fighting the loose undead, a result of Bernard having changed the war’s timeline. Shalendra, is the perfect combination of Elf and God, her features that of an angel. Her entire life he had taken care of her, told her he was her brother only now to have run out of time and having to tell her the one secret he has kept from her, the most important. She was not his sister but his daughter. Only before he had been given the chance Shalendra alerts him to the blue glowing figures outside the window, five large Draugar and eight wolves circling them. The elf king Ailuin had sent the group to his home, which had been hidden for centuries, for Emilien to teach the wolves how to live in their new forms, rather they wished to or not. Because of the curse done to him the wolves before him and all others like him when his children, created using the notes of the dark fae that had changed him.
Once again, the originality of Heidi Vanlandingham draws me in deeper and deeper with her Norse mythology mixing with history. How will Shalendra react to learning that her entire life has been a lie. The man, or better the wolf before her was not her brother but in fact her true father. Will Hel and Emilien be able to save their only daughter and will love reunite them after so long apart. I cannot wait to see what comes in the next book about Cyran and Shalendra’s story.

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We Blend (Falling for the Rockstar’s Daughter Book 1) by Willa Drew – Review by Lauren West

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WE Blend (Falling for the Rockstar's Daughter Series #1)WE Blend by Willa Drew
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I adore a good rock star romance, and this story had that and so much more behind it! This book was funny, dramatic, emotional, heartfelt, and true ode to music and the chaos behind it.
Wil and El find such a strength in each other, but are also driven together by their passion for music and their drive to come into their own. Each has their own agenda and not everything is blacks and white. Like every good rock story there are secrets, lies, betrayal and the age old question of whether the show will truly go on!

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I Loved You Yesterday (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Donya Pedigo

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I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats TrilogyI Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I Loved You Yesterday is a contemporary romance that includes an interesting love triangle with twin brothers. This line from the book description sums up Mavis’s delima perfectly, “Caught between both men, Mavis must choose between the brother for whom she broke her own heart, and the brother who picked up the pieces.” Would it be better to rekindle a past relationship that has so much history, or to start fresh.

Forgiveness, loyalty, love, and trust are all brought into question as secrets from the past are brought to the surface. Julie Navickas has written interesting, realistic characters that are believable as they make mistakes and try to fix things from the past to make a better future. This is the first book in The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy and I must say it is off to a splendid start.

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Lucy Machard

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow. Just, wow. What a read! I’m not really a space/sci-fi reader, but holy heck did this book pull me full force and hold me down. Don’t get me wrong, I love sci-fi movies and shows, and now I think I’m addicted to this series. It really pulls you in, and keeps you entranced throughout the whole book. This author did a magnificent job with pulling in her audience. I think I busted this out in a little less than two hours. The romance, the fighting, everything was just spectacular. 5/5, can’t wait for the sequel!!

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Nightfall in Deptford (Crescent Moon Chronicles Book 4) by L.E. Towne – Review by Betsy Melano

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fantasy and paranormal story from a new to me author? Yes, I took the chance to read this book even though I hadn’t read the previous books in the series. The author wrote the story in such a way to at least make me feel I needed to keep reading it and I was sucked in!

It didn’t take me long to find magic, paranormal beings, adventure, and so much more. It’s always refreshing to find a book that catches your interest similar to when you were younger and found a book that changed your favorite genre. I wish I had read the earlier books so I knew more of the characters we encountered in this book. I’m looking forward to some day getting that chance to read these books in order.

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Shannen Kern

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Space Force Rejects Series and wow! What a start! It’s a relatively short read but this is not one you want to pass up on. With a paranormal romance and sci-fi mix, this story really steps up the game of the genre.

Ravenna is a strong female lead who answers to no one. She has found the true love of her life but when tragedy strikes, everything she knew abruptly changes. Dravos has plans to avoid prison at all costs, yet the mission turns into a life-changing moment when he finds his fated mate…who is in love with someone else. With everything turning against them, will they be able to team up and save each other, or will it all unravel before their eyes?

I love both science fiction and paranormal romance, so this was a home run for me. I am excited to see what the rest of the series brings. Pick this up for a quick peek into the beginning of this amazing world!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Hannah Porter

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Can I say I wish I lived in a universe that has fated mates lmao. I think it would be awesome. I Love the pov swaps. It helps you understand Dravos and Ravenna’s feelings and what’s going through their heads.I hope the author Landra Graf writes more in this sci-fi universe. She has given us a very tantalizing, one of a kind take on an alien love story. I’m glad I took the time to read it, I only wished it was longer. But just because it is a great escape.🤣
ps .. i don’t know why but i love the Dravos 🥰

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Super surprised by this book. I am not a huge sci-fi fan, (the cover was so interesting I just had to read it), but this story was so much more than what you typically would get. I loved the bond between the characters. There was a bit of everything in the storyline. From drama to danger, intrigue to romance, this one packs a punch!

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