Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Anantha Rusum

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Better Gnomes & Gardens is a delightful cozy mystery , with certain paranormal elements. The setting is a mystical town, Mysty Haven, where everything is not neccesarily normal Bob, who had an abrupt ending to his journalism ambitions is entrusted to finding a missing gnome. But Bob’s pursuit leads him to something more sinister and he is entangled in the mystery. How he uncovers the plot and stands up to his beliefs forms the rest of the story. The main thing which I loved about this book is the humor and the cozy setting. It is a good mystery novel for someone who likes sleuthing.

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The Brass Compass (Brass Compass Series Book 1) by Ellen Butler – Review by Gillian Fawell

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The Brass CompassThe Brass Compass by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lily – the heroine of this tale – is brave and daring and the narrative is written in such a way that as the reader you are kept on the edge of your seat by what happens to her! This story reminds us that the end of the war was not clear cut by any means and that there were many parties involved, all with their own agendas. Definitely worth a read – especially if, like me you’re a fan of historical fiction!

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A Christmas to Remember by 5 Prince Publishing – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

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A Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince PublishingA Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince Publishing by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you’re wanting to get into the Christmas spirit, look no further! Cheery and bright, you’ll fall head-over-heels for this collection of holiday tales. I love how there was a little of everything for everyone in this anthology with heartwarming plots and perfect endings. Despite being written by different authors, I could feel the unifying spirit of Christmas throughout and interwoven into each story. So get your favorite holiday attire and settle in to read this anthology that’s sure to brighten your holiday!

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The Sacrifice (Dragonpets Book 1) by R. L. S. Hoff – Review by Emmye Marihugh

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The Sacrifice (Dragonpets #1)The Sacrifice by R.L.S. Hoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wonderful book!
It draws you in and keeps you interested. I love the way it is written and so descriptive. The characters are few in detail but you still understand them and what they are going for. I usually go for more modern books but I was drawn into and keep captive the whole book. I was disappointed when it ended.

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And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Felicia Bates

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And Then She FellAnd Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

And Then She Fell was a five star read that had me on the edge of my seat with my wheels turning from the first page. I liked the narration from mother to daughter, though deceased. As well as the flashbacks keeping the intrigue and helping you try to piece the tragedy together. I really felt like this book was incredibly well written and each chapter that passed made it harder to our the book down. I can not recommend this book enough and I’m anxious to read more from this author.

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A Christmas to Remember by 5 Prince Publishing – Review by Ashley Hasting

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A Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince PublishingA Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince Publishing by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When you get an Anthology, you get multiple little stories. My favorite part is that these are all little Christmas stories and with Christmas around the corner, I’m so happy. Each story was cute and perfect to put together in this one anthology. A couple of my favorite authors are in this which is why I gave it a shot, and I was happy I did! Give these a read to get you in the Christmas cheer!

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Crystal Jimenez

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have loved this series from the very first book, and I still love it now after this new book in the series. I loved reading what happened before, to get some back story. This book was a little short for me, but it didn’t take away from it, I don’t think. Would 100% recommend.

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians Book 1) by CB Samet – Review by Amy Brennan

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians, #1)Raine Down by C.B. Samet
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yes. Yes, please. I ultimately view myself as a strong, independent, fierce heroine in my own story, so whilst reading novels of any genre, but especially that of the supernatural variety, I melt. Raine, the Shadow Guardian, is a fierce woman, one that has stepped up to the plate to take on those that your every day Jane couldn’t seen, nor would be bothered if given the opportunity. Meanwhile she’s out kicking butt and taking names and working on taking down one of the baddest bad guys to walk this world, and others.

I respect that we can’t always do everything ourselves, which is where Special Agent Will comes into play. He feels he’s got the information he needs to come out on top and show everyone (and everything) that he’s got what it takes to take down the most notorious killer/evil out there. He doesn’t seen Raine coming, nor the information she’s about to drown him with. I love the chemistry, sizzle that comes off these pages, the need for that win, and the pat on the pack that comes from really defeating the evil that walks this world. The descriptive nature that this author brings to the table is like no other I’ve read as of late, and I stayed up way, way too late finishing it up. I cannot wait until February when the next installment is released. Highly recommend picking this up, you won’t regret it!

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Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Michelle Marlow

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Degrees of Innocence (Prestian Series, #1)Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Let me start out with you need to grab this. We are met with Katarina, a strong career driven woman who is coming out of a failed engagement. To be fair she did say no. Then we meet Chase, who at first is just a fellow resort attendee until he isn’t. Katarina is here to get a medical center up and going for the island she is currently on and is met with headstrong but very very adamant Chase. Their chemistry is immediate, almost too immediate but that is okay! As the story progresses it becomes so much more and so much deeper. This is absolutely a wonderful debut book by the author. I truly cannot wait to dive into the rest of this series.

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The Veil by Wanda Luthman – Review by Chrissy Spulak

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The VeilThe Veil by Wanda Luthman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having grown up reading the Bible and being familiar with all the stories, I very much appreciated reading this book. It is a touching fiction story about the veil being ripped upon the death of Jesus. It is a fast read and could have been longer. It is well-written and immersive. I would love it if this author would do an entire series like this and tell a story of each event in the Bible. I recommend this book to anyone who appreciates a good story from a different perspective.

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A Christmas to Remember by 5 Prince Publishing – Review by Emily H

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A Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince PublishingA Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince Publishing by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a delightful anthology just in time for the holidays. You start off with a couple of bakers and a setting for a second chance romance. Then you are swept away to Colorado for a entertaining story of a jewelry designer at a craft fair who is trying to decide how she can get another start with her career but also finds herself falling for a local man. From there you are reading a page in Randi’s diary and she is at a crossroads in life, will she take the path of what was supposed to be or maybe she will find a different path to happiness. What could possibly go wrong with a Blind date at Christmas, maybe meet the woman of your dreams, that being said not all is as it appears to be and will the newly found couple be able to weather the storm swirling around them? A newcomer comes to town taking over the local bank, he finds his welcome is short lived by some of the changes he is making only to find interest with a fiery tempered beauty. A family emergency brings home Valentina to take over the family business, but pressure from an outsider has put her in the direct line with Sal, the only man who ever made her heart speed up. The anthology finishes with an ex who is trying to get back together with Abigail, but she finds someone who is a better catch. All the stories are entertaining and festive.

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And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Mercedes Jones

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And Then She FellAnd Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What’s worse than losing a child? Losing one and not knowing exactly what happened to her. The mother, Catherine, has accepted the fact that her daughter is gone, but she hasn’t accepted that nobody knows the details. She visits the place of her daughter’s untimely death, questions the employees, her friends. There is no way her daughter, Susie, just fell due to being intoxicated.
This book was a such a well written psychological thriller. Trying to piece together what really happened to Susie that night, with experts from “Susie” after each chapter retelling of what happened, could have happened, or maybe it really did happen one of the ways she describes, but which one is the truth? I loved the way this story was written and I cannot wait to read more from Dreanna Collins.

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A Christmas to Remember by 5 Prince Publishing – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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A Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince PublishingA Christmas to Remember: An Anthology from 5 Prince Publishing by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and entertaining anthology of holiday romances, each one by a different author. Each one of the stories in this collection of festive reads had me happily turning the pages. I thoroughly enjoyed these heartwarming and wonderfully written ‘Happily Ever After Christmas’ tales. I ‘binge read’ this anthology, where each storyline had a different theme and each one had me hooked. ‘MISTLETOE MEMORIES’ by Bernadette Marie, was a particular favourite with an enemies to lovers theme. In Amy L. Gale’s ‘FALLING FOR CHRISTMAS’, a small town is in chaos when a big city businessman turns up to make a deal. ‘THE MRS. CLAUSE’ by S.J. Reisner, ‘A ROCKY MOUNTAIN ROMANCE’ by Jessica Mehring, ‘MERRY MIX-UPS’ by Emily Bybee, Emersyn Kane’s ‘CHRISTMAS PIZZO’, and ‘COPPER PENNY CHRISTMAS’ by Ann Swann, make up the collection. I was taken on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading these stories, and I felt immersed in each storyline and engaged with the likeable and relatable characters in each one. I definitely recommend this anthology for a Christmas escape, which will leave you in a festive mood.

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians Book 1) by CB Samet – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians, #1)Raine Down by C.B. Samet
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! This is one intense story. I loved it. The action is fast paced. The mixture of human/paranormal is exciting and most intriguing. The chemistry between Will and Raine sucked me in right from the start and I was totally invested. I loved the fact that she fought it but eventually was worn down. The writing is so fast paced and just grabs you that you can’t put it down. You just want to keep reading to find out what’s next. I can’t wait for the next book.

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The Dwarves’ Dilemma (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dwarves' Dilemma, TheDwarves’ Dilemma, The by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fun an engaging version of Snow White that myself and my kids really enjoyed reading. It was easy to read but still put across an important message. As with all this authors’ book it was well illustrated, which really helped to capture my kids attention.
For an author that we hadn’t read until this year she has certainly become a firm favourite in a short space of time. We are already looking forward to the next book.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amy McKinley has done it yet again. She has created a story that is well written, with great characters and simply is simply incredible. I never hesitate to pick up one of her books and she always manages to pull me in from page one. I loved getting to know theses characters more and read this book in record time.
This wholes series has been one of my favourite ones and I love getting back into it with each book. They are always exciting and intense. This book is the perfectly example of that. I would highly recommend it and can’t wait to read more.

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Oliver A Story About Adoption by Lois Wickstrom, Review by Torey Foster

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Oliver: A Story about AdoptionOliver: A Story about Adoption by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oliver is the story of a young boy who was adopted. After getting in trouble, he is angry at his parents which leads him to wonder about his birth parents and why they did’t keep him. He thinks about his life and what it could have been like had he not been adopted.
I think this is a wonderful story that helps validate feelings and work through emotions that kids might have in this situation. I have two children that are not mine biologically and I am glad to have a book to read to them that they can relate to and that might help them work through some of these feelings. My 7 year old is already starting to question why she doesn’t just have a normal family and is starting to feel a sense of rejection from her bio mom. It is important to validate those feelings while also making sure they know they are loved and help them work through it. This book is a great resource to help us do just that. While adopted children are the target audience, I think this book is beneficial for everyone, just to help us understand each other better, and help us be more empathetic to people in different situations. I definitely recommend this book.

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Borrowed Time by Lane Cohen – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Borrowed TimeBorrowed Time by Lane Cohen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Borrowed Time by Lane Cohen. This is such a fun read about time travel. It all starts when an advanced physics instructor and one of his students create a time machine. They hook up power source found by Samoset one of the the brightest students to the original Time Machine from the movie Time Machine and it actually works. The professor Andy Case and Samoset have two very different versions of where they want to go and what they want to do. Samoset wants to correct wrongs that were done years ago and Andy just wants to mend relationships. Andy fell in love with a married woman while he was married. He left his wife but she stayed with her husband. He was heartbroken. He lost his wife and his soul mate. Now of course as things go their travels don’t go as either one of them planned. They have several adventures and visit towns and times they never could have before. This is a fun, fast paced time travel story. Where would you go if you could travel in a time machine?

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Katie Turner

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SoliloquySoliloquy by Janet Fogg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Seven years after her grandmother’s passing, Erin inherits a strange box containing very realistic and intricately-made figurines. She can sense energy coming from them as soon as she opens the box and sees what is inside. She could only imagine the power they held at that point. But before she knows it, she is being teleported back in time to WWII France, and into someone else’s body, where she is responsible for entertaining a powerful German soldier with her musical talent. Erin finds herself and her friends taking a huge risk to hide and aid an injured pilot that was gunned down. She can’t stand the thought of losing him, and she is certain she knows him from another time. Can she keep the German soldier happy and her friends safe as she tries to understand what has happened to bring her there?

Soliloquy by Janet Fogg is a well-balanced and captivating story of history, time travel and romance. From the very first page, this story hooked me and made it nearly impossible to put away. The author has a way with words and weaved them into such a unique and intriguing tale, that I could swear I was back in France as well as I read along. I highly recommend!

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The Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Breanne Christian

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The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After being killed by his greedy sister, Quinnlan is chosen to get a second chance at life. The catch? He must find a mate within three days, using no magical abilities. Did I forget to mention that Quinnlan is a vampire? The Gods dump him in an area with very little population. His second chance at life seems to be slipping out of his grasp, when on the second day, he sees a stranger in danger and chooses to save him. Mystery surrounds this intriguing stranger. What would become of this stranger and Quinlann? Can he help the stranger solve the mysteries? Find out in The Final Bite.
The Final Bite is full of relatable characters, paranormal beings, surprise, and quick comedic relief. It was fast-paced, and events unfolded quickly, to the point where it felt rushed. There were many opportunities for the story to be elaborated on or unfold slower. It is good for a short story, but I was expecting more out of it. It left me with questions that could have been answered with some elaboration.
Overall, The Final Bite is a great, quick read. It is full of mystery, suspense, and romance. If you are looking for a short story full of vampires, witches, and wolf shifters, do not hesitate to pick up The Final Bite.

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Better Gnomes & Gardens is the first book in the Mysty Haven Mystery Book series. This is the first book I have read from this author, and I was not disappointed. The story is fun and entertaining. Bob is new to town and finds out that not everything is as it seems. Will he find out what has happened to the disappearing gnomes?
The story is well thought out and kept me reading to discover what would happen. I liked that the story was not the typically cozy mystery because of the dash of paranormal. I look forward to reading the next books in this series and more from this author in the future.

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians Book 1) by C.B. Samet – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians, #1)Raine Down by C.B. Samet
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love finding new authors. This is the first book from this author I have read and I was not let down. I really like fantasy and paranormal genre type books and this really fit the bill. I like how the author is able to define the characters and give just enough of their backstory to bring fullness to the story. I like how the chemistry between the main characters is very unique. The author does a good job of brining the characters to life and I felt as though I was right in the midst of the action.

There was just enough drama and action and I like how there is an undertone of romance. I find that the author really brings the story to life and I was just not wanting to put this book down. I look forward to reading more from this series and from this author.

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations Book 1) by CB Laurence – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations, #1)Road to the Mansfield by C.B. Laurence
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Road to the Mansfield is the first book in the Express Investigations series. The blurb for this book drew me in, and I was not disappointed. The book focuses on three stories that converge on one evening in 1927. I will not give more about the plot because I do not want to wreck someone’s experience. I enjoyed getting the different character POV while reading. Each kept me reading to find out what would happen to them. The story has twists and turns in the plot that are excellently woven together. I stayed up late into the night reading this book and look forward to more in this series. This was a new author for me and I’m glad I stumbled upon this book.

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Shadow Patterns of Melt by J. R. P. Fogg – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Shadow Patterns of Melt - Book OneShadow Patterns of Melt – Book One by J.R.P. Fogg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was definitely not the usual type of book I read. However, the world building was pretty awesome throughout . It did take me a few chapters to grasp what was going on. And the main characters, Bishr and Nialla, grew on me as their relationship unfolded in the the story. If you’re a sci-fi enthusiast, I recommend this book.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister
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Rainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson – Review by Rachel Moss

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Rainbow's Red Book of PoetryRainbow’s Red Book of Poetry by Lily Lawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed reading this set of poetry! It was easy for me to read, and I understood most if not all the poems, which says a lot for me since I usually don’t understand many poems. This went really fast too, so it was a quick read. I haven’t read anything from this author before but I will definitely be coming back because I really did enjoy this book of poems.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hollins and Haring are partners in a private detective agency. When tragedy strikes Haring’s family, Hollins begins to share his own tragic past as a distraction. While it seems to be working, how much is he ready to disclose? This is the third book in the series, but is a stand alone. I’ll be going back to check out the other two!

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Kiss Away Your Pain (Wounded Hearts Series Book 2) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Lacy Mercado

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60057769-kiss-away-your-pain” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Kiss Away Your Pain (Wounded Hearts, #2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1653331201l/60057769._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60057769-kiss-away-your-pain”>Kiss Away Your Pain</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/20904214.Debbie_Cromack”>Debbie Cromack</a><br/>

My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5106199379″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />

I love Enzo and Candi’s story. This is a slow burn book. I love storyline. I can’t wait to read more books from the author.<br />

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was just as I thought it would be. I love gnomes and well I grab it because of the cover. Silly I know, but so is this story. Bob McLerney moves to Mysty Haven looking for adventure as well as a story to tell. Being a journalist, he wanted an unusual story to tell. After being fired from his job, for writing a story about Bigfoot. He meets Mr Weaver who offers him $ 1,000,00 to find his missing gnome. That is all I am going to tell you. No Spoilers! This is a new to me author. But like many of my favorites authors this one will too be added. I have not laughed as much as I did reading this story. The characters are funny and perfect for the roles they play. This story kept me reading as I was enjoying the adventure. I am looking forward to see where this authors takes book 2.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Lacy Mercado

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62872091-a-crossbow-christmas” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”A Crossbow Christmas” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1664825133l/62872091._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62872091-a-crossbow-christmas”>A Crossbow Christmas</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5420711.Ann_Swann”>Ann Swann</a><br/>

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This is a different Christmas story. Carina got sick with Covid and was in hospital. When she gets out of the hospital. No one wants to spend Christmas with her. The only one that understands is a young man in a grief support group. You have to read the rest of the book to see what happens. I can’t wait to read more books from this author.<br />

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And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Christine Baranek

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And Then She FellAnd Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

And Then She Fell
By: Dreena Collins

Every once in a while I pick up a book that is so well written, so convincing that I find myself thinking about it long after I finish reading it. And Then She Fell is one of those books. It is the story of a mother who doesn’t trust her daughter’s death. She doesn’t believe what the reports are saying. She can’t believe that it was just an accident. There must be more, doesn’t there? The author does a fantastic job illustrating the grief and despair a mother faces in this situation. The characters are amazingly well written and there is so much drama! This is a fantastic book written for anyone who loves crime stories, especially those with an air of mystery surrounding them.

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