Chevalier (War Horses Book #1) by Scott Warren – Review by Angela Hayes

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War Horses Book 1: ChevalierWar Horses Book 1: Chevalier by Scott Warren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Chevalier is the first book in the War Horses series by Scott Warren. This is the first book that I have read by Mr. Warren, so I really didn’t know what to expect going into the story. I was intrigued by the title, the interesting cover, and the blurb’s promise of a captivating plot. So I took a chance and immediately plunged in to explore.
I am so glad that I took a chance on this book, because it proved to be a fantastic Mecha military sci-fi story with an action-packed storyline, war, combat, adventure, tension, danger, dramatic developments, fantastic world-creation, and even a little humour just to keep things from getting too heavy.
What happens when a tank mechanic finds himself thrust from behind the lines right into the face of war? Vandal and the rest of the Chevalier’s will need to rise to the challenge to face off against seemingly overwhelming odds if they are to stand a chance of surviving. Vandal has the extra challenge of trying to learn on the fly, to competently control and operate the upright tank, something he was never trained to do before. What happens makes for an engrossing story.
Looking forward to Book #2, and exploring more of Mr. Warren’s work.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Scott Warren!

 

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Friends with Benies (Paris in Springtime Book 7) by T.B. Bond – Review by Ashley Sugar

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Friends with Benies: An AMBW Paranormal Romance (Paris in Springtime Book 7)Friends with Benies: An AMBW Paranormal Romance by T.B. Bond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ooooh I loved this book from the very first page! Ryker and Wednesday loooove each other but she keeps doubting it. She doesn’t think they should be together because they’re not the same. She’s a mage and he’s a panda shifter. They’re also best friends. This book was great and I enjoyed it!! GREAT characters and I loooove the story. She’s doubtful and he just wants to prove to her that he wants no one BUT her. Super super cute read. The passion the main characters have is phenomenal and I love the writing in this book too. I’ll be checking out more of this authors books!

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Angela Hayes

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Bycatch by Alexander Blevens took me by surprise. When I initially chose this book I thought it would be a ‘good’ story, something I could use as a bit of a ‘palate cleanse’ between some of my ‘heavier’ reads. But this took me by surprise- in a great way. It grabbed me right from the get-go and didn’t release me till I had read every word. I was so engrossed in the story that I ended up reading it in one sitting. Sleep is overrated, after all lol.
It is an entertaining and suspenseful thriller with historical details, crime (and investigation), family dynamics, tortured souls, human frailty, tension, intrigue, challenges, complexity, secrets, interconnected details, moving moments, guilt, murder, greed, culture, and more.
This is a well-written, detailed, and descriptive story with skillfully crafted characters who all had their own unique personalities, quirks, and flaws.
I have been debating how to review this story ever since I finished reading it, not because there was anything wrong…. but because I don’t want to give too much away. I think I will let the blurb speak for the story and recommend going into the story a little blind and let the author, plot, and characters surprise you with a riveting read.
If you love a bit of a twisty thriller, with tortured souls, secrets, murder, mystery, historical details, and gripping tension- then you will definitely want to snap up a copy for yourself to explore- asap.
As this is his debut novel, I eagerly await more from Mr. Blevens.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Alexander Blevens!

 

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The Victor (The Freemasons Book 1) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Ashley Sugar

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

Extremely fast paced and such a quick read! Ava and Cole are married but Ava regrets it and wants a divorce…Cole doesn’t want one. He wants to stick to his vows and try to work things out. They’ve both went through something extremely difficult and they weren’t there for each other like they should’ve been. It got to the point where they started to resent one another. Cole has a proposition for Ava…she’s hesitant at first but goes with it. Do they rekindle their relationship or will they end up going there separate ways? If you want a quick and fast read, check this book out! I liked it! Good story and good characters!

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Unveiling Beulah Audiobook by Dana Wayne – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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5 Stars

Unveiling Beulah Audiobook by Dana Wayne

 

Unveiling Beulah is my first Audible by this author and this narrator.   I truly enjoyed listening to this book and the narrator did a wonderful job of bringing the characters to life using different tones . The characters are relatable and fully developed and made me feel like apart of the story.  This is a wonderfully written story where the past and the present collide. Can Lucian and Bea find love and happiness? I highly recommend listening to this fast paced story that once you start listening you won’t want to stop until the end. I definitely will be looking at what other books this author  has written. I look forward to reading more from this Author.

River Witch by Cheryl Burman – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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River WitchRiver Witch by Cheryl Burman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story starts out letting the reader know that Hester is no ordinary girl, just like the river is no ordinary river. The river nymphs call to her to join them in the water, and she’s pulled away by a mysterious stranger before she can fall in. I love her wonderful description of the setting (I’m not sure of time and place) and character interaction within the text. Magical realism, history, folklore, green witchery, and adventure line the pages of this wonderful story!

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Brandy Vaughn,September 2022

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Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence Book 2) by Amy Rivers – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence, #2)Stumble & Fall by Amy Rivers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stumble and Fall was interesting. Definitely a lot of themes but they all weave together beautifully. Some very dark themes that could be trigger warnings for some, so be warned. I thoroughly enjoyed it. A story about two sisters who go through so many obstacles in their lives that most people would struggle with. Their lives intersect in a way that they never expected.
Tilly went through extreme trauma as a teen, and it’s followed her in life. Becoming a victim of DV when with her high school boyfriend she realizes now that it was bigger than her. It’s the way they recruit for the trafficking ring, and is heavily involved in what her sister and her boyfriend are currently going up against. Now moving back to her home state with current boyfriend has brought on extreme anxiety she’s trying to cope with. Till tragedy strikes….
Kate is out to take the ring down. Not only to avenge her sister but also the teenage girl she lost at the high school who got mixed up with the wrong crowd. Kate and Roman were involved deeply in trying to take down the trafficking ring recently. Kate as the high school counselor and Roman local law enforcement. Unfortunately for them it wasn’t before they could save a teenager’s life.
What happens when they get too close again?
Will they succeed this time?
I liked the story the author put on the page. Even with the darker themes I enjoyed. I look forward to digging deeper into this author’s other books. don’t let the dark themes stop you. Me, I’m going back to read book 1, since I definitely started book 2.

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The Second View (The View from Here Trilogy Book 2) by Leon Stevens – Review by Carrie Reed

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The Second View (Book 2 of The View trilogy)The Second View by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I saw there was a second installment of The View From Here, I had to grab it immediately! The first book was so excellent and the second did not disappoint. At the end of the first book, I wanted more, but I couldn’t figure out how that could happen with the earthquake. When the book opens with April telling Thomas she found another entrance to the realm they visited, I was excited for the newest adventure of these two friends. It seems they are more prepared on this journey, there are some laughs and a lot of mystery into this world and the beings they are seeing. The description of everything is so excellently worded, I really truly felt I was there, the world I created in my mind was so vivid. I really can’t wait to see what happens in the third book, although I am going to be sad to see it end. This author really has a way with words.

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Carrie Reed

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

Loved this book! I didn’t see Ravenna as an “ice bitch” at all, not like the other guys on her team always said. I saw the reverse, and saw them as being childish and arrogant. The characters are all nicely developed and the whole or universe in which they live in is a fun concept. The thought and time it took to develop these ideas blew my mind. Dravos, this poor guy has been through it, but I love how he knew he had a connection to Ravenna, and she to him, even though neither wanted to admit it at first. The adventure they go on together to save Ravenna’s lover, all they encounter and go through is very engaging. I could not put this book down, it is short, but packed with romance, adventure, double crossing and action. This book painted every scene vividly into my mind and I look forward to more, especially a story involving Bethel and Tract.

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Ayla Phipps

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

This is the first book I have ever read by Landra Graf and honestly, I had no idea what I was getting into. The cover and synopsis were interesting, giving me questions on what and how things happened. It took me about ten minutes to get hooked into the story, the world and characters made me curious how things worked. Captain Ravenna Joyner is a Space Force Special Ops commando. Dravos Trax is a Hirudian, ex Space Force member and now prisoner. And her scent calls to him and what he was foretold when he came of age on his home planet.

Going back and forth between Ravenna and Dravos’ POV this book will surprise you and keep your heart racing in anticipation of what will happen next. Ravenna’s lover Yve is scientist, and her ship went missing, determined to rescue her Ravenna weasels her way into the recovery mission, with one catch, she will have to report to her nemesis Captain Rothschild. Accepting the terms for the chance to find Yve, she goes to the Mothership prison to meet Rothschild and see the “tracker” meant to aid in the mission to find the missing ship. Dravos has been held captive for 5 horrible years as a prisoner and science test subject in the Space Force. He is more than double the average size of other males of his species thanks to the experiments. Instantly within seeing and hearing each other for the first time they both have a pull within them a desire for the other that they try to ignore. Finding the ship Yve has been murdered along with the others on her ship, two escape pods are missing with the possible murder. Though her heart mourns for Yve, she finds it increasingly harder and harder to resist Dravos. Dravos on the other hand refuses to be bonded to someone whose heart is claimed by another. To explain something, she doesn’t understand Ravenna blames the kill chip implanted in Dravos for the pheromone signature that is linking them, claims once the chip is out, he can drop the act and be free if he chooses not needing to pretend anymore to gain favor with the one holding the code.

What will happen if Dravos dies on the table getting the chip out? Will Ravenna still desire him? Will Ravenna finally accept Dravos and her feelings for him with it out? The author is incredible Operation Pinpoint is the most original thing I have ever read, her characters, her world everything. If you love something original and new with some spice this is the book for you, I can’t wait for the next book and to see where the story will go next.

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Defying Ella (True Platinum Series Book 4) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Heather Bass

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Defying EllaDefying Ella by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author and now she has a new fan. I love reading a good rocker romance but this story exceeded my expectations. This is the fourth book in the True Platinum and it could be read as a stand alone. I read it as a stand alone but now I have to know more about these other characters as well. I could not put this book down until the end. I can’t wait to see who she is going to write about next.

Ella is ready for a break from the limelight and also him. She can’t stand Jared after what he did to her. Ella gets ready to have some time with her girls and she heads to the cabin early. When she gets all settled she gets a surprise that changes her whole time away. Jared is also there and they can’t stand one another. Ella ends up going to be bed reading and when she wakes up they are covered in snow. They are both stuck in the same cabin with each other. Will Ella and Jared find a truce or will they end up hating each other more?

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Dainty Damsels by J.N. Sheats – Review by Barbie England

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Dainty Damsels: Halloween Collection 2022Dainty Damsels: Halloween Collection 2022 by J.N. Sheats
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute set of coloring pages! Coloring is one of my favorite self-care activities. The mention of using a paper to prevent bleed throughs and to test colors out is so practical. I’m excited to share these images with my teenage daughter who also enjoys coloring.

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

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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: 5 of 5 stars

This book is the first book in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy. It features a love triangle between Mavis, Josh, and Austin. Mavis and Josh happen to be childhood sweethearts. Austin is Josh’s brother. When the story begins Josh is getting a divorce and his ex-wife tells him that he was always in love with Mavis. At this point it had been over ten years since Mavis left unexpectedly, and only left a note that raised more questions. Mavis’ brother is also married to Josh and Austin’s sister. As the story develops we see the motivations, explanations, and realizations that each character has. I liked the relatability in this story. I am looking forward to the next book!

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Ayla Eddy

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a well written story that dives into culture, greed, and profound grief. The characters you encounter are crafted in such a way that what they are feeling or suffering from feels like you are the one with those experiences. The trauma of war with the repercussions that come from it are exposed in a light that is normally shadowed over. The lives of two different cultures living in one area is well written. Following along with the characters as time moves on and their personal journeys to healing keeps you wanting to turn the page. War related reads are not something I normally choose when picking up a story and I do not regret picking up this book. It hit me in the feelers while being an interesting read. I would highly recommend this book.

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A Love Restrained by Becky Flade – Review by Rayne East

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A Love Restrained (Philly Heat series, #1)A Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Slow-burn romance
This book was a great find. The story has a depth in characterisation that allows the reader to connect easily and to get a better understanding of the decisions that were being made. There was a realistic balance between the drama, angst, suspense and romance that made for a very strong storyline. There are time jumps within the book but I felt they were handled very well. I love dual POV but this author weaves this in an interesting way that was clever and not too distracting from the overall flow. If you are a romantic suspense fan this is one not to be missed.

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A Love Restrained by Becky Flade – Review by Michelle Collier

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A Love Restrained (Philly Heat series, #1)A Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh I just adored this book. Kylee Parker is a Philly police officer. She is strictly by the book and all about following the rules. Jayson Donovan on the other hand is on the other side of the law. The chemistry between these two flies off the pages. How can two people with totally different backgrounds find a common ground? Will the flames ignite them or destroy them?

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow what a story. The intricate details that this author put in to was…wow…superb. Although this book is different than what I normally read..I am so glad I picked this book up and the cover itself intrigued me. The author captures you in different time lines, but the story really comes together. This book is about what happens when poor choices full of greed come full circle and forgiveness between a man and a community of Vietnamese immigrants.

Fantastic and Highly Recommended….so well done!!

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The Victor (The Freemasons Book 1) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Chelsea Foster

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

This book should have come with a trigger warning unless I missed it. It was short and sweet and such a forgiving love story between two people who lacked communication but loved each other very much. They were very stubborn, to say the least. Ava and Cole, I really enjoyed reading their story and the little spats that they would have. Going through what they have gone through isn’t easy on top of Cole being part of the Freemasons. This is the first book I have ever read that has talked about that and I found it very interesting. Cole was open and honest with Ava and didn’t hide anything from her after their separation. They worked as a team for the Gala and worked out their issues.

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Boss’s Vendetta (Sicilian Gods Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Chelsea Foster

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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

The Devil and his ice queen turned her love and his princessa. They were hooked to begin with but a war came up. Family protocols shake up everything. Encino is my least favorite character! I enjoyed that there were spicy moments in this book but there is a very good detailed story line that is more important. Adrianna has her story and past and Salvatore is aware of it as soon as they meet. My heart breaks for Adrianna and the life she has had but it has made her into an amazing woman! I haven’t found a mafia book I haven’t liked yet but I love this one and has to be one of my favorites.

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Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence Book 2) by Amy Rivers – Review by Mercedes Jones

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Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence, #2)Stumble & Fall by Amy Rivers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series, which I did not realize but was still able to understand what was going on. Kate and Tilly, sisters who have been through some tough times, are trying to find their new normal. Kate is a counselor who finally has her own practice and an office to make her own. Tilly is working as a nurse. These girls are wonderful characters that show you that anything is possible and you do not have to let bad events keep you from doing what you want. A well written psychological thriller to add to your books!

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Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Emily H

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Grave Digger Academy IIGrave Digger Academy II by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Makayla is in year two of the paranormal academy, she knows she is not going to be placed anywhere other then the Grave Diggers. She has accepted her fate but when the headmistress signs her up for the inter-academy face off she knows trouble is just beginning. Will Makayla survive year two?

Another terrific story in this series. I like Makayla, she has grown from book one to two. I think she i s a great character who is finding herself while growing up. A really entertaining series that has me curious as to what is next.

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Dainty Damsels by J.N. Sheats – Review by Carrie Reed

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

5 stars!

This is such a cute coloring book! This book has 30 pages of beautifully drawn artwork to color, well 31 if you count the cover sheet too. I like how this artist and author put a warning at the front to make sure to put something under your page if you don’t want the colors to leak through, and a whole blank page to test your colors. I don’t know how many times I have had to color on something else or off to the side of my masterpiece to test a color. The little characters are so sweet and it is fun to color them in the different halloween costumes, and of course who doesn’t love a Hocus Pocus inspired scene.

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Unveiling Beulah Audiobook by Dana Wayne – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Bea Lockhart is not only a strong woman. She has endured so much in her life. The Scar on her face did not help much. Even her father considered her damaged goods. After running her fathers shop, she just got tired of being put down. So she left and moved to a small town in Texas. Lucian Moreau is set into an arranged marriage by his grandfather. With all the money he ever earned, discovered his bride was only out for his money. Well he wants more, so he packs up and moves to Texas. These two lonely hearts need to find love and family. Will this happen for them? Or will they stay hidden? The author wrote this amazing story. It is fast paced and grabs you in the first chapter. I love Bea and Lucian! The struggles that have rained upon them are some we ourselves face as well. That is what made this book so easy to listen to. I hope you enjoy this story as much as I did.

 

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

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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

This is a good story that really drew me into the plight if the characters. It made me like them, dislike them and be frustrated at them during different times of the story. Joshua, Austin and Mavis a trio who grew up together but circumstances broke a couple apart and drew another couple closer. I struggled with how this story was going to play out. This is one nightmare triangle that has really no winner. I really liked Joshua for his hopefulness and eventually his determination..he almost seemed pure. Mavis has one heck of a decision to make and I do not envy her.

I read this fairly quickly as I enjoyed all the characters. It moves along at a good pace and easily keeps me interested with all the back and forth. I actually enjoyed Mitch as a bystander character. I was troubled over the trilogy the book was listed as because I figured this story would play out over three books. It does seem to end and the next is about other characters.

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Unveiling Beulah Audiobook by Dana Wayne – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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This is my first audible by this author.  I enjoyed listening to it and I look forward to listening to more by this author.  I enjoyed how the narrator brought the story to life by using different tones.  They brought the story to life and made it easy to imagine.  A story where the past and present collide.  A story where deception and rejection is strong throughout the years.  What will happen with these two souls and will they ever find a love that will last?  The characters are connectable and kept me coming back for more.  This is an easy story to listen to and entertaining.  I highly recommend this audible.

Boss’s Vendetta (Sicilian Gods Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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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: 4 of 5 stars

This is an author that I have loved reading from the first book I picked up. I have read every book by this author and they just keep getting better and better with each book. One of my favorite things with this author is her writing style. Her ability to pull me into the story from the start and bring a story to life is awesome. This book is no different. It is the first book in this series and what a great start it is. This is a dark, friends to lovers story that is full of steam and action. This is an entertaining story that is hard to put down. A story that you don’t want to miss. There is great growth throughout the story by the characters as well as the plot. I loved reading this book. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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Master Tuscano (Masters of the Consulate Book 2) by Sylvia Black – Review by Shania Webb

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Master Tuscano (Masters of the Consulate, #2)Master Tuscano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Christian and Delilah’s love story is one that we all strive for, the amount of trust and love they have for each other is obvious from the first page. Even though they get on each other’s nerves they never stay mad long and the communication between them is amazing. When we meet them, they’re already struggling due to the fact that the Consulate tried to deny Christian’s request to take Delilah as her mate while she was human. Then Delilah’s life is put in danger, Once found its obvious to Christian that he’ll do absolutely anything for her and doesn’t care about the consequences or the Consulates opinion on her. While Christian wants her to heal and recover from the traumatic experience, Delilah wants revenge and will stop at nothing to get it but there’s only so much a human can do in a supernatural world. When a confrontation turns deadly and Delilah is caught in the crossfires, Christian refuses to even entertain the idea of existence without her and changes her. Can she adapt to her new world and rules? Will Delilah and Christians flame burn brighter or burn out??

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River Witch by Cheryl Burman – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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River WitchRiver Witch by Cheryl Burman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not put this book down! I love spooky and historical books and this book was fire! I could not wait to dive into the story, and I could not put it down. I cannot think of enough good things to say about this book. It was one that I read in one sitting as I needed to know what was going to happen! I cannot wait to tell my friends about this book and have them fall in love with this story as well.

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The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Lynnea Eng

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Rock Bottom (Satan’s Devils MC Book #7) Audiobook by Manda Mellett – Review by Ashley Hasting

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This time the main focus here is on Rock and Becca. Rock is a long time member of Satan’s Devils. He thought there wasn’t much drama going on, but then he was presented with an opportunity. Becca qas groomed by her parents and forced into a marriage with Hawk. She had no idea what was going to happen to her. During drama, Rock and Becca meet, but not under great circumstances.