Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Hayes

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

 

5 Stars

 

Defiant Princess is the prequel for the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley. OMG! This book, and this series!!! Colour me addicted!!! Riveting must reads!!!
This prequel might have come at the end of the series, but I love how, even though it is set in the past, it ties the series up in a nice big bow. Ms. McKinley has given us backstory to fully round-out the stories we have already read- and made me even more addicted to her writing. I Can. Not. Wait. to see where we go from here- and am eagerly awaiting the release of ‘Borrowed Time’ which is the first book in the new Verretti Crime Family series. We have encountered the Verretti’s in the last three books of the Mafia Elite series- in ‘Ruthless Heir’ (Book #5), ‘Collateral Damage’ (Book #6), and ‘Rivals’ (Book #7). If Mafia Elite is anything to go by, the upcoming series is set to be incredibly exciting!
Seriously, if you love mafia romance, with a big helping of tension and suspense, then you definitely won’t want to miss this exciting series!
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Amy McKinley!

 

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Amber Howard

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I liked this book a lot. It touched upon real life issues that people go through. From sickness to loss to loneliness. It taught about forgiveness, taking care of yourself and being selfless. It was a great read just in time for the holidays. The majority of the book is about grief and at first I thought hmmm this isn’t going to be a feel good story but I was completely wrong. By the end of the book my heart was so full. Definitely a good read.

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Finding Bryce (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 1) by Debra Parmley – Review by Kiana Corley

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Finding Bryce (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 1)Finding Bryce by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fantastic and quick read. This was a hard book to put down once you’ve started it. I enjoyed that the book touched on some fundamental issues other books don’t.

This book follows the story of Tanner “Diesel” Taylor and Joyce Pippalousa Smith. Diesel is a navy seal and travels often. In a job that involves a lot of travel, there is only time for quick relationships. Diesel is not looking for anything serious when he meets a mysterious woman one night. While Pippa is a homebody with a past that’s hard to forget. A life looking over your shoulder is never fun.

What happens when these two meet? A case of two worlds colliding. What happens when one of them has secrets and the biggest being their name? One night of passion can lead to many consequences. What happens when the past you are hiding from finds you?

Read this amazing book to find out what happens with these two. Also, to find out what Pippa’s secret past holds.

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Hot for Teacher by Felicia Carparelli – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Hot for Teacher - Shakespeare Made Us Fall in LoveHot for Teacher – Shakespeare Made Us Fall in Love by Felicia Carparelli
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Juliet is a divorcee, mother, grandma, and college professor. Jim is a widow, ex-marine, father, and business owner. When Jim becomes a student in Juliet’s class, she finds him very attractive (and infuriating). However, her past has forced her to build a wall around her heart. Jim is determined to break that wall down with some old-fashioned woo-ing and a flirting. But, when Juliet’s past comes back, will she throw the walls back up? Or does she see the future that Jim is trying to show her?

Jim and Juliet’s story was enjoyable to read. There were quite a few tropes happening in this book: age gap, teacher-student, and second-chance at love…just to name a few. There were a lot of humorous moments and I found Jim to be determined while Juliet is quite stubborn. There were times when the story was a bit slow…but I pushed through and found the story to be enjoyable. Being a Romeo and Juliet lover…I liked how it was intertwined throughout the story.

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Revenge Honeymoon by K.J. Gillenwater – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Revenge HoneymoonRevenge Honeymoon by K.J. Gillenwater
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What does one do when left at the altar?
Well according to Emily, take Ruby on a Revenge Honeymoon!
Revenge Honeymoon is a romance of a different color. It’s sad but fun. The author wrote a playful story where getting over a horrible situation turns out better than expected!
Ruby, the jilted bride.
Emily, the maid of honor who has a plan to make it right.
And off they go. On the Honeymoon Ruby should’ve been on with her new husband. However things get interesting since it’s a cruise full of newlyweds. Reality the cruise line knows the deal, but to everyone else around them they are a newly wed lesbian couple to hide Ruby’s embarrassment.
One photo session later, they’ve made a new friend and one that could rock Emily’s boat. Which she is at war with herself about. On one hand she can’t take her eyes off of handsome Max. On the other hand, this trip is about Ruby not her. Which all starts to unravel the minute Emily has had a little too much wine. She can’t shut up! They have to keep changing their story to keep Ruby’s real reality under wraps.
What happens when Max becomes the enemy?
What did he do?
To answer those questions it’s time to join the author on the cruise of a lifetime. Well at least for Emily and Max. For Ruby it changes the trajectory of her life. The way the author wrote and depicted that throughout kept me hooked. The character development was phenomenal. Especially for Ruby she grew leaps and bounds and it was wonderful to see.
To reiterate a wonderfully fun read! Check it out!

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Scepter of Flint (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 3) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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

Fast paced short book. Hani investigates tomb robbers. Trys to save a criminal by housing him and his family in his own house. Meanwhile Hani is still investigating. He also makes some arrest.

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Soliloquy by Janet Fogg – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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SoliloquySoliloquy by Janet Fogg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I haven’t read many books that have been based in historical times. I normally stick to supernatural, mystery, romance, and children’s (mom of two) books. But I am glad that I gave this one a chance! Erin has a passion for music. She’s a concert pianist and composer, but now she’s been slammed back in time to when Nazi held France! WWII is not where she thought she’d be at this point in her life!! She’s so confused with memories that aren’t hers and of course war time! She must keep up the ruse that she belongs there, while she figures out what the heck happened. And how to get back!! She slowly learns that she’s performing for not only her life, but the lives off all those who live with her. No pressure there!! She’s protecting them by writing music for a nasty German officer. She sees the consequences of creating wonderful music during war time when the German officer asks for more and more. She can’t keep up her lies for long. As Erin tries to hide a British pilot named Arick and help him evade capture and certain death, she can’t help the feeling that she knows this man from another life. And her future life! It’s like her soul knows his. As confusing as it is, she comes to grips with never seeing him again and sending him off with the resistance, but she is betrayed and they are caught. She’s caught in WWII writing music to stay alive, but the darkness’s of war are closing in on her to quick! Time is running out and she still doesn’t know how to get back to her own time!! The German officer is deadly. He also holds all power. He can send them off to a work camp or just kill them outright for anything he wants. As an enemy pilot, Arick can be shot and killed in an instant without another glance. Will she save Arick? Will Erin protect the members of the house? Will they find out she doesn’t belong? Or will they think that she’s gone crazy?! She has to figure out what to do quick, before it’s to late! You have to give this one a chance! You won’t be disappointed. If you love the jumping through time and the suspense of the story unfolding you will love this one. I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to read other books like this one now!! Thanks for a great read!

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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

I read this last in the series. It put everything in perspective. Goes well with the series. Very good book about all the mafia princesses and what they go through. I highly recommend.

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

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Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence, #2)Stumble & Fall by Amy Rivers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Synopsis: As a high school psychologist, Kate has been through an awful lot in her time. When Kate purchases a new home in the desert with the idea of turning it into a safe haven for abused women she takes on way more than she anticipated. Tilly, Kate’s sister, a SANE nurse has also had her fair share of awful events within her lifetime. The two sisters are attempting to repair their relationship following a year of not speaking to one another. Will the two of them repair their relationship, put their own tragedies aside, and focus on saving women from rapists?

Reader’s Thoughts: Stumble & Fall is the second installment in the Legacy of Silence series. Although I did not read the first novel in this series, I was able to follow along with the storyline fairly well. I may have missed some minor background information but didn’t feel that it took away from the storyline in any way. I plan to go back and read the first novel.
This psychological thriller had me sitting on the edge of my seat, heart racing, while quickly flipping pages for more. The tragic events that Kate and Tilly endured during their lifetime broke my heart. Their strong will and desire to do everything in their power to help these victims made my heart full. As a nurse, I could 100% relate with their instinct to put their own needs aside and care for others. I love that the characters within this novel are flawed, full of fear and self-doubt, but show us readers how to fight for what is right. There were many tough social topics discussed in this novel. Rivers thought these topics out thoroughly and did an amazing job accurately executing these topics into the storyline making every part believable.

Trigger Warnings: Rape, Sex Trafficking, Sexual Assault

Available now in paperback and eBook.
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Meet the Author: Amy Rivers is an award-winning novelist. She was recently named 2021 Indie Author of the Year by the Indie Author Project. Her psychological suspense novels incorporate important social issues with a focus on the complexities of human behavior.

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Stumble and Fall (A Legacy of Silence Book 2) by Amy Rivers – Reviewed by Tabitha Montero

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Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence, #2)Stumble & Fall by Amy Rivers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Stumble and Fall follows sisters Kate and Tilly both putting their lives together in New Mexico. Kate is renovating her home and starting a counseling practice. Tilly moves back to New Mexico to be closer to her sister. Tragedy hits while trying to uncover answers and leaves both sisters with fear and self-doubt.
I did not read the first book but was able to navigate through the novel without feeling like I missed anything. It was a very well written thriller and I will probably go back and read the first!

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Betsy Melano

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

I love the Mafia Elite series and this prequel was just as amazing! It was nice to read about the life of the Mafia Princesses when they were attending college and finding their groove and strengthening their friendships. We learn a lot about Marissa and her tragic passing. The characters were relatable and it reminded me a bit of my college experiences making life long friendships.

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A Christmas to Remember by 5 Prince Publishing – Review by Toni Sellers

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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

I loved each one of these cute Christmas stories. A fantastic way to kick off the holidays.
The Anthology contains:
-Mistletoe Memories By: Bernadette Marie
-A Rocky Mountain Romance By: Jessica Mehring
-Copper Penny Christmas By: Ann Swann
-Merry Mix-Ups By: Emily Bybee
-Falling For Christmas By: Amy L. Gale
-Christmas Pizzo By: Emersyn Kane
-The Mrs. Clause By: S.J. Reisner
This is a collection of Christmas romance, with a good variety of writing styles from each author.
All the characters were well developed and believable.
I truly can’t tell you which was my favorite.

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Weep, Woman, Weep: A Gothic Fairytale about Ancestral Hauntings by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Trista Priest

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Wow! I absolutely loved this book. The author did a wonderful job writing it as if Mercy was directly speaking to the reader. Mercy goes from being scared and sure she is going to live with La Llorona always after her. And it’s only after many years does she see recognize her own strength.

Devlin by Angela K. Parker – Review by Heather Bass

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DevlinDevlin by Angela K. Parker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author and she has a new fan. I love a good slow burn story but this one exceeded all my expectations. I was hooked on this story right from the beginning. You can’t help but to fall for these characters. I could not stop reading this book until it was the end. I can’t wait to see what this author writes about next.

Devlin Hughes is a businessman that always gets what he wants. He has been waiting for this amazing promotion and it is finally here. Devlin is so excited that it is finally his turn and the only rule is not to date any co-workers. He knows he has this in the bag until he finds out that Evelyn is now free. Devlin knows he can’t get into a relationship but he could have some fun. He was not expecting to fall for this girl. Will Devlin be able to get the job he has been waiting for and the girl or will he have to choose?

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Bycatch by Alexander Blevens – Review by Christine Baranek

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BycatchBycatch by Alexander Blevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bycatch
By: Alexander Blevens

This book is a fantastic story about soldiers in the Vietnam war. Rex and Nguyen both fought in the Vietnam war and they both survived. However when they returned they were not the same. It is now 25 years after the war and this story focuses on the cultural conflict they face back in the south. There are crimes committed and they both are involved in a different battle back home. These men crossed paths back in Vietnam, and the secrets that they hold follow them back home. When they cross paths later in life the secret they hold begins to bubble over. And it ends in one man’s death.
I cannot explain adequately how good this book was. It was a great look at a story of soldiers in the Vietnam war and the cultural conflict that continued back home. It also is a good look at the culture in the gulf and the lives of fisherman.
The author vividly describes life in the Mississippi region and made me feel as if I was there. This was a wonderfully crafted tale that kept me wanting more. This is such a beautiful story that depicted multiple sides of humanity, but the good and the bad.

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A Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann – Review by Christine Baranek

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A Crossbow ChristmasA Crossbow Christmas by Ann Swann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Crossbow Christmas
By: Ann Swann

This book takes place in a pandemic world. I love books that tackle the “new normal” that we are all facing right now. So that is major points already for me.
Carina was definitely affected by the pandemic. Haven’t we all. She was in the hospital for several months, working to recover. Now that she’s home all she wants to do is celebrate Christmas with her family. However, everyone’s lives got busier while she was in the hospital. Her husband is too busy working to show that he wants a family Christmas of times past. Her kids are grown, with families of their own. They have all moved away and are too busy to stop and have the Christmas their mother desires.
A friend offers her his cabin for Christmas. If she goes she will definitely have a white Christmas. In her journal, she writes about her desire to go to the cabin. However, she also writes about her worries about going to the cabin alone. Through her journaling, we see that she doesn’t think it is possible to go by herself. How can she? She’s been so busy taking care of everyone else she doesn’t know how to take care of herself. Really, she doesn’t know how she can have a vacation all by herself.
Carina is possibly one of the most relatable characters I have read in a long time. Every mother, wife, woman can relate to her struggles. We may not be able to relate to her struggle of wanting a big Christmas, but we can relate to her struggle to do something nice for ourselves. I don’t know any woman who would willingly take a trip by themselves without second guessing themselves. I think that Ann Swann did a great job encapsulating womens feelings in this story. She captured a women’s grief in the changing seasons of her family. I think everyone about to go through the empty nest process can also relate to those feelings.
I can say I felt the otherside of this as well. I am not a mother or a grandmother. But I am a daughter and I see the change that parents feel when I am torn about who to spend time with on the holidays.
This is such a great book! I definitely recommend it to anyone wanting relatable characters as well as a holiday theme!

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Christine Baranek

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

Defiant Princess
By: Amy McKinley

This book is the prequel to the Mafia Elite series, but it does stand alone by itself. It is the story of college aged girls that are the daughters of the five families. This is where their story begins. They are all princesses to high up mafia families. Their fathers will do anything to protect them. In some of these cases, their lives are completely out of their control.
LIlianna loves college. She is surrounded by other girls who understand and can relate to the life she lives. Her father is super controlling and all she wants to do is taste freedom. However, her father is so concerned for her that she even has a marriage coming up. One that she has not planned, but has been planned for her. She wants to run away, begin a new life away from her father’s control. But will that be possible?
Sofia is absolutely in love with Enzo. She was the one that he wanted and the same goes for him. However, now even though she loves him, she cannot be with him. She would do anything for him, including walk away from him. She needs to keep him safe, and to do that she has to walk away.
Emiliana is also in love. Stefano is her one true love. She would do anything to be back with him. However, they both live under the control of their fathers. Both fathers are incredibly controlling. They have forbidden them from being together. However, they need to be together. They are meant for each other. If only they could convince the rest of the world that what they need is to be together.
Marissa can relate to the arranged marriage that Lilianna is being forced into. She is in the same position. She is determine to make the best of the time she has before she is traded away in the form of this marriage.
These girls are tasting freedom for the first time. And they don’t want to give it up. The question is how far will they go to get their freedom. Are they willing to risk everything to keep their freedom. Or will they submit to to the will of their families.
I loved this story. These girls were written as incredibly complex characters. Their complex situations just dripped off every page. I’m glad to know that there is more to be written about these girls as I want to see how each of their stories develop. I was left wanting more and that’s a good thing, given that there is more to read. I will be starting the Mafia Elite Series right now!

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #1)Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in this series. It was a quick, easy read. The story had a good flow and great characters. The one thing I feel could have been expanded on a little more is the Morpheus Society. It’s mentioned, but you don’t really get a feel for it. Although, it may be expanded upon in future books.
Overall, great read!

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Rage (Marcy Series Book 1) Audiobook by Linda Burson – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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This was an intriguing listen. Marcy who owns her own business has recently developed an uncontrollable rage that starts to effect her life. This leads to issues with her boyfriend Brad and befriending Liam a vigilanty. The story has a weird plot that at times didn’t make sense and was hard to follow but ultimately all made sense in the end. I did find myself getting frustrated with Marcy by allowing such toxic men to be part and control so much of her life. The ending was a surprise albeit a little off the wall; maybe book two in the series will help things make more sense.

Spidersight (Tirzah M.M. Hawkins Horror Stories) by Tirzah M.M. Hawkins – Review by Kerry Baker

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SpidersightSpidersight by Tirzah M.M. Hawkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I knew I was on to a good book when even the description got my heart racing. I knew right away that I had to read this book because I had to know what was going on. This book was creepy and had me on the edge of my seat in a way that only good horror does. I think it was made more tense by the fact that it was all told from a 5 year old perspective.
This is a completely new author to me and I loved reading their work. It was exciting in a way that I haven’t found in a book recently. I cannot wait to read more from them soon!

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Ice Dance by Vik Azeem – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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Ice DanceIce Dance by Vik Azeem
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hassen has lost his job, has no money, and is getting evicted, what more could go wrong? Yasmine has escaped Holly-Maid, a nation from another relm only to find out her fiance has found her. The two meet and the craziness begins. This was a fun quick read that brought modern day problems to a fairytale like realm.

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Pardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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Pardon Me, PleasePardon Me, Please by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lois Wickstrom has done it AGAIN! Her wonderful stories have captivated me, and I find myself not being able to stop reading her stories. This book is thanksgiving themed, and it came out just in time around the holidays, especially because the main character is Albert the turkey! Albert sees on the TV that the president pardons one turkey a year and wishes it a happy long life and that is what he wants too. This story is a cute, wonderful, captivating read that is fun for all ages. Illustrations are always wonderful in her children’s book and just lend a hand to the wonderful storyline. I cannot wait to read this book to my friend’s children and have them fall in love with this wonderful story like I have!

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After She Became a Lady by Wareeze Woodson – Review By Kerry Baker

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After She Became a LadyAfter She Became a Lady by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is yet another great historical romance from an author I have just recently become familiar with. As with her other books it is well written, interesting and a perfect fit for the era it is being written in. I was caught up in the story right from the start and this lasted the whole way through.
This author has a skill for creating strong characters and I thought that was evident with this book. I was engaged with the characters and really wanted to see how they would work things out. This was a great story overall that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Dream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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Dream-ShifterDream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This author has come out with MANY wonderful books that I have enjoyed reading! I have read many children’s book by this author and have bought many of them for my friends with children. When I saw this book was coming out, I knew that I had to read it. This book revolves around a child, Gwendolyn, who becomes the animal that she is dreaming about. The illustrations in this book were stunning as always as well as the story line engaging. The way this author writes children’s books, she makes it entertaining for the child but also the person reading the books to the children. I cannot wait to read more books by this author!!

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The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire – Review by Sara Grantham

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

This book was very emotional and inspirational! This book is so well written, which made it an easy read. Getting to experience Nico’s journey and watching him traverse the world through his trauma was both tragic and uplifting. The redemption in this story makes it so worthwhile, and Luna Saint Claire is a master with her words.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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

When I saw that Amy McKinley was releasing this book, I knew that I had to preorder it. The mafia elite series has fast become one of my FAVORITE mafia series that I have read to date. Each book is about a specific couple but still goes in order with the underlying theme/story line that is happening, which is a wonderful thing! This book really sets the stage for the series and was a wonderful addition to read. The way that the author wrote these books, weaved the stories, is such talent and I am in awe. I have found myself rereading the series and will add this to the reread list as this story is one that never gets old. I cannot wait to read more books by this talented author!

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

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Stumble & Fall (A Legacy of Silence, #2)Stumble & Fall by Amy Rivers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this page turner of a novel, which had me hooked from page one. As a sequel to the first book in the series I would personally recommend reading book one first. Having lost her father, Kate is now working on renovating her desert home and working in her psychological counselling practice. Working from the inside means she can also find out who she can trust, but by searching for answers it puts her in danger. Her sister Tilly has moved back to New Mexico, and when a family tragedy occurs it causes Tilly to go into a cycle of self-sabotage, which nearly gets her killed. Both Kate and Tilly struggle with fear and self-doubt in this sequel, and the lives of the victims they are helping also hang in the balance. However, Kate’s determination to save them may actually put more young women in danger, and Tilly may not survive her reckless pursuit for justice. A fast paced and gripping novel which I couldn’t put down. The characters were so well defined I felt like I knew them, making me feel engaged with them and immersed in the storyline.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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

I truly enjoyed this prequel to the Mafia Elite series. In the series we hear a lot about Marissa but never really got to know her. I enjoyed reading about her and her hopes before tragedy hits along with the other girls. It gave a quick glimpse into their lives before things got complicated. This can be read before the main series as a quick intro to the Mafia princesses or after to experience their college lives. My only complaint, it was too short.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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

I loved reading this book. This is the prequel to the Mafia Elite series and what a great start it is. This is an author that I have loved reading from the first book I picked up. I highly suggest reading this series to see what happens to these characters after this book. This is a well written story about Mafia princesses. They have a destiny but it is what they want or is there something more? I had no problem connecting with the characters as they pulled me into their story. They have great growth throughout as well as the plot that made it easy to read. This is a story that you don’t want to miss for sure. It is a fast paced, hard to put down story that I read in one sitting. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls Book 2) by Rob Samborn – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Painter of the Damned (Painted Souls, #2)Painter of the Damned by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

Painter of the Damned is the second book after the compelling The Prisoner of Paradise in the Painted Souls series. Our characters find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse only to be ensnared by a powerful and secret Order who will stop at nothing until they get what they want.

This unique historical thriller with its multi layered plot and cleverly entwined threads form a historical thriller like no other except its predecessor. It is rich in history and is a smooth blend of fantasy and magical realism as Robs narrative takes us amongst the beauty and darkness of Venice once again transporting the reader.

With corruption, conspiracies, danger lurking, palpable suspense, immense tension and twisty turns it is a page turner that you can immense yourself in and become lost to another time and place.

If you are a lover of historical thrillers and the wonders Outlander you are going to love this series hands down.

Waiting in anticipation of what Rob brings us next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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