Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love Lorettas books. They are so informative an you learn so much. This is a quick read an she takes you through every stage of a caterpillars lifecycle. Teaches you what they eat an their predators.
Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
While romance books are not my typical genre, the cover to this book was just too cute. I had to know all about Amy and Noah. I could feel the heat radiating from the pages as their undeniable attraction was apparent. I was also in love with the development between Noah and Amelia. I flew through this book and cannot wait to dive into more of Belinda’s books. If you’re craving a slightly smutty story with great characters, then this is the book for you.
Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
So this is book 3. However, I haven’t read the first two books and I was just fine.
I was a bit confused in some parts. But over all I had my nose stuck in this book til I finished! I read it in a few hours. I just couldn’t stop! It was like watching a good TV series (in my head of course haha) that I didn’t want to get up and go potty because I would miss the important parts!
The way that this is written, you feel like it will cool off and give you a 10 second break and then you very quickly see how wrong you are!
Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Cry Baby
By: Belinda Williams
Belinda Williams is quickly becoming one of my very favorite authors. I anticipate every book from her because she has yet to disappoint me. This is another of the Pierce brothers books. I have read all of them, but this one definitely can stand alone. Amy is on the verge of a life change, she has just been accepted into school to become a teacher and cannot wait to tell her best friend her good news. Before she can tell her best friend, she calls with tragic news – her brother in law has gained custody of an infant and needs all the help he can get. Amy agrees to help him out, but she never could guess what all she was getting in for. Amy loves Amelia and truly enjoys caring for her. However, her boss – Noah, loves Amelia but is determined to find the father of Amelia. While they are working together Amy and Noah cannot help but notice they are attracted to each other. They both want to cross the line between boss and nanny, but really they are afraid of what will happen. More importantly, Amy things Noah is meant to be the one to raise Amelia, but can she convince him that he should.
As with all the other Pierce Brother books, this book contains the most wonderful characters, the ones that you wish were your friends in real life. The Pierce brothers are also the ones you wish were really out there. Each and every one of the characters are very well developed and multi-faceted. I cannot help but recommend this book. I also say, though they are not necessary to read to understand this book, definitely read the other three books, just because they are absolutely wonderful!
Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I was drawn to this book because of my love for this authors writing, mafia stories and lets face it we all need something a little dark from time to time but I have to admit I went on a real rollercoaster of like and dislike with this book for a little while at first but I 100% came out on the side of like! The complex characters and storylines will definitely hook you and have you turning page after page with the need to find out what on earth is going to happen! I can’t wait to see what this amazingly talented author has in store for us next.
Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love this book so damn much! This is the 4th book in the Pierce Brothers Series and brings us the story of Noah and Amy.. Noah is broody and Amy is pure sunshine so you just know right from the start this is going to be fun! LOL! They are brought together under very sad circumstances and soon realise they have an undeniable attraction that can’t be ignored. Filled with such wonderful, relatable characters and storylines this AMAZING author brings us all a book that simply should not be missed
Even though this is the 4th book of the series it can be read as a stand alone and totally enjoyed BUT why would you do that when the entire series is so ABSOLOUTELY AMAZING!! Find them all and read them all I say!!!
Titanian Warrior by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hagen is a Titanian Warrior, he is strong and powerful, but he is also consumed by a bloodlust which afflicts all the unmated Titanians and once it starts, it only leads to madness and suffering and Hagen is more afflicted than most and cannot remember what he has done, or whom he has done it to. As a last hope, Hagen goes to the gates of Hell to petition for clarity and an extension of time in which to find his eternal mate before the bloodlust consumes him completely, however, it is not to be when Hades denies his request and he is sent bloody and suffering back into the wilderness.
Faiza is a young woman who has had a troubled past, she was sold as a child to Master O, a man with powers who claims to be a wizard of the highest order, but he can be cruel and mysterious, he often travels from his home, but nobody can rest even then, as he will know if they do. He has terrible mood swings and no respect for anyone and he orders Faiza around like a housekeeper, especially when he brings an injured male to the house on his return from one of his trips and demands the household care for him.
Faiza has a secret that she keeps from her master, she has magic, only a small amount, but she also dreams of a male figure who is in pain, suffering and shrouded in mystery because no matter how much she tries, she cannot see who it is. As Hagen recovers from his injuries, he finds himself drawn to Faiza, but he has to hide it from Master O, that is until Master O divulges his plan to conquer the world using Hagen as a pawn in his scheme and it is at this point that Faiza decides to help Hagen escape, but when she opens a portal to an unknown place, she is about to enter a world of danger, destiny and possible destruction, but will she and Hagen be able to survive what is to come? This is a fantasy adventure full of discoveries and romance, but with a healthy dose of strength, perseverance and acceptance throughout, as you follow along with the story and become entranced with the magic within.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Hot For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Buckle up because this is going to be a very exciting ride! Have you ever wondered what it must be like to see into the interworking minds of famous musicians, well that’s exactly what you get with Tam DeRudder Jackson’s Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4)! Not only did she develop very multidimensional characters, but she also draws a perfect picture of what it’s like to be behind the scenes and on stage with the world’s most famous rock band and the hottest female pop star (Christy Valor) who happens to be single, but has secrets that are haunting her. Add in a single gorgeous bass player (Adam Tron) from Balefire who loves the after-parties and all those groupies, and boy do you have a recipe for some mischief. Will Adam Tron be able to break through the walls Christy Valor has put up and get her to trust him with her secrets, or will she run the opposite way, leaving our bass player hanging with no clue what hit him?
This book is hot, steamy, and full of surprises that you did not see coming. If you have not read the other books in The Balefire Series you will want to go back and read the stories of the other bandmates, Jack and Clio, Blu and Ashleigh, and of course Dakota and Annabelle’s romances. When you finish this book you will be begging for more in the series, like what’s up with The Balefire’s Manager Garrett and his mood?
@Brandy Rymer 2/2023
The Exchange: A Novel by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sam is young and naive. She moves to LA to pursue an acting career. When she loses her job unexpectedly, she trusts Corey to help her. Her life takes a turn and she must try to save herself. Her decisions have consequences for years to come.
Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another thrilling murder mystery in the Benoit and Dayne series. I listened to the first two and flew through reading the third as the case that looms in the background gets revealed more and more. It is not easy to stomach the horrible things people do to others but knowing these two are fighting the good fight, no matter what it costs them, gives me a little hope for humanity.
There are so many good things to say about Winter Austin’s character development and storytelling. She brings you into the investigations, you care about each of the characters and wonder about others whose stories are only touched on.
Something terribly wrong is happening in their county and it will take all hands on deck to figure it out.
Everyone has secrets. Unfortunately, some will kill to keep their secrets safe.
Evan by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
As the second book in the series I already had certain expectation when I started reading this one and I am pleased to say they surpassed them. I enjoyed the overall premise of this book. It felt fun and entertaining while also providing a strong story. I thought Kayla and Evan worked well together. They had a natural chemistry that developed even more as the story progressed.
This is still a pretty new author to me but so far I am liking what I have been reading. She has a fairly easy writing style meaning you engage with the story with ease. After reading this book I can definitely say I am looking forward to the next one and to discovering more of this authors work.
Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a great addition to the series this book is. Right from the start I loved the characters. I thought they had an amazing dynamic and the complications that come from raising a child just added to this. I think the author has done really well at portraying their relationship.
Although this is the fourth book in the series it can be read as a standalone. It is a well developed storyline that is truly enjoyable to read. This is one of my favourite tropes and the author has done it so well. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and cannot wait to see what else is to come.
Real Movie Hero by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Real Movie Hero is a SEAL Team romance read! The only issue I have with these books are that the stories are over before they get really, really good and are far too short. That doesn’t mean I don’t like them because I do.
With suspense and action, intrigue and danger, tension angst, chemistry and fierce passion and determination there is enough to keep the pages turning. A fierce protector SEAL man who wants what he wants.
Who doesn’t like a real life movie hero? You will have to read it to find out. No spoilers here.
I have said it before but I will say it again, if you enjoy sexy, strong, heroic men then grab copies of the Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII series as they have it all.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy is the fourth book in the Pierce Brothers series. This can be read and enjoyed without reading the other books in the series. I have read several books by this author in the past and was glad to pick up another of her books. This book focuses on Amy, who is doing a refresher on her life by going back to school in her 30s, and Noah, a grumpy bachelor who finds himself the guardian of a baby. But, now that their lives have collided, will they see eye to eye?
I enjoyed both characters and how they dealt with some genuine obstacles. As we get older, life gets more complicated, and we have more personal history playing a part in our decisions. This book handles it with a soft touch and a bit of humor. Grab this book if you want a romantic read with a brooding male and a bright female. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
FIRST RULE OF BEING A NANNY—DON’T FALL FOR YOUR BOSS…
Well if I were in her shoes I would find it hard not to fall for the boss.
Cry Baby is a slow burn Rom Com. It is also the fourth book and last book in the Pierce Brothers series. Belinda always gives her readers a great read. I have said it before but I will say it again each book just keeps getting better and better.
This fund rom com is full of sassiness, fun humour, a speck of naughtiness, a little angst, a bit of drama and a lot of passion and flying sparks.
Sparks fly in this tale as Noah a broody non relationship guy finds himself thrust into the role he knows nothing about and needs help.
Amy is a half glass kind of gal and navigating the broody Boss is no problem. Right? She is a professional after all. Right?
I have really enjoyed this series and am sorry to see it end but I look forward to what Belinda gives us next.
Reviewed by @jennadb
The White Knight Cowboy Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This romance was a very quick read and didn’t take me any time at all to devour it. The characters are well-written and interesting. I love historical fiction, especially when the characters make me care about the story and how they develop. The dynamic between Jo and Dusty is intriguing and makes for a very sexy time! The action will keep you hooked and hoping for a happy ending. My only complaint is that it is too short. I could definitely go for some more Jo and Dusty together!
Evan by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Toni Denise did it again! I absolutely loved this book! Evan (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 2) was Great! I loved the first book so I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this one, and it did NOT disappoint! I read it in less than 24 hours, I couldn’t put it down! I would say you can read it on it’s own but you should totally read the first Book Jake Billionaire Blind Dates too! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 😍
Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the 4th book in the Pierce brother series. I really enjoyed this read. While it was a light hearted romance it also covered hard areas such as death and coming to terms with a loss while being thrown into a situation you don’t expect. I loved the characters of Amy and Noah. Both of them have had traumas in their pasts and they are alike in so many ways that they are the perfect fit. However things won’t be plain sailing. They both have some walls that need breaking down and some lessons on how to let the other person in. The attraction between them simmers from the first time they meet and I love Amy’s happy, bubbly attitude and how she manages to draw Noah out of himself.
When Noah’s best friend Beth passed away he is left with more than just his grief to deal with. Beth leaves him as guardian to her 7 month old daughter. Noah had no idea on what to do with a baby so decides to hire a nanny.
Amy is friends with Noahs’s brother and since she’s between jobs she decides to help out. But what happens when the one rule of not falling for the boss gets broken?
With all the pressure of raising this child and finding her birth father Noah had a lot going on but he can’t stop himself from falling for the Nanny.
Can they heal each other from their pasts? Can Amy show Noah just how much of a good father he could be if he just stops and sees whats in front of him?
This is a beautifully funny story with characters you can’t help but fall in love with
Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an author that I have enjoyed reading from the first book. This is not my first book but it is one of my favorites. I enjoy her writing skills which bring life to her stories. They are engaging and hard to put down. This book is no different. The characters pulled me into their world from the start. They add so much to the story which makes it easy and entertaining to read. They are connectable and supportive of each other. They have great growth throughout the story which just added to it. The twists and turns are like no other. They had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. This is a story you don’t want to miss for sure. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites. This is the fourth book in this series which I highly suggest reading as they are just as great as this one. I found this book to be well written and engaging. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into the story from the start. The author’s attention to details brought the story to life. This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down and full of romance. The characters have great chemistry and growth throughout the story. This is a story about relationships and crossing lines. Will lines be crossed and broken? I found myself hoping that there was a happily ever after for these characters. This is a story you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! Is a cute book! I can’t wait to read to my niece! I definitely recommend reading this with a child that maybe getting ready to start school or something new. Half-Pint Porky was so excited to go to Pirate School, but once she was old enough she was nervous. Also the illustrations are AMAZING!
Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
All of the Pierce Brothers are amazing in their each individual ways. Noah’s best friend passes away unexpectedly an leaves him with her child. He has no idea how to handle a baby so a godsend Amy comes along. Amy doesnt just help with Amelia she also brings Noah out of his own shell. This book is truly amazing an I cant wait for the next one.
Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book started with steam right out the gate. It has everything that you would expect from a dark romance with mafia. The FMC was set out for revenge and found a lot more than that. The MMC is your typical broody mafia guy with a chip on his shoulder concerning his dad. He also has a huge heart and even though he is seeking a revenge of his own he is always wanting what is right for the FMC. Even if that means going through some things. It is the “I will do what is best for you even if it kills me,” type of vibe. It has page turning adventure and twists that you don’t really see coming but once they are there, you wonder why you didn’t think about that to begin with. The steam is there and it is intense at times but it doesn’t deter from the story line. It enhances the love that you feel growing between that characters. I highly suggest reading this book for some steamy, twisted, traumatic, adventurous fun. It is a page turner that you won’t want to put down.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really like books like this. Books where the grumpy guy has to adjust his life to care for a child. The slow growth of nurturing with the help of the person he’s meant to be with. This book was a quick read and I really enjoy books by this author. I like the chemistry between Noah and Amy.
What I Wish I’d Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They’d Told Their Younger Selves by H. D. Thomson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am not a writer. I have dabbled but I feel like I can never write the stories the way my mind makes them up. That being said, this book is full of sound advice from many authors. Whether you are just starting or seasoned, this book can give you great insights.
Manipulator’s War by Elise Carlson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I am not as positive as to what I expected when I began reading this book but it definitely changed. A mix of Narnia and other fictional stories with a deep root in stopping a war. You follow these kids who just want to find a way home but become part of this new world. Manipulator’s War is well written and easy to follow.
Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I have read a few books by this author and I really enjoy her light hearted writing style so I was looking forward to this book and I wasn’t disappointed. I really enjoyed the story and I loved the characters. I really liked that the story wasn’t what I anticipated to be and I love it when that happens. I’ve read about the other brothers in this series so it was great to read about Noah. I loved the slow burn between him and Amy because of their past it really suited then well that they would have this kind of relationship. The author did a really good job of getting the emotions of the characters across, I could really feel it as a reader.
I loved this fourth instalment to the Pierce Brothers series and I look forward to reading more from this author again.
Titanian Warrior by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I have not read the other books in this series so I was little confused with some of the plot and characters but it was so good. I will definitely go back and read the rest of the series. The mythology and magic mixture is everything, throw in some vampires and elves and I am HOOKED. I’m also a sucker for star-crossed lovers!
Titanian Warrior by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I have not read the other books in this series so I was little confused with some of the plot and characters but it was so good. I will definitely go back and read the rest of the series. The mythology and magic mixture is everything, throw in some vampires and elves and I am HOOKED. I’m also a sucker for star-crossed lovers!
Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
C.R. Alam did an amazing job of grabbing your attention and never letting it go. Rae Allen has not had a great example of successful love in her past, and she is a bit tarnished to the idea of falling in love. She is a successful travel blogger with an amazing set of friends, she is good doing life on her own. Dean, he has been broken in the past, and decided he didn’t need a woman in his life. When they meet, things might change.
I love this enemies to lovers, love triangle story. Like, most romances, you have an idea where the story is going, but this journey was definitely not a straight path forward. Lots of detours, dead ends, and u turns lead to a captivating, real feel story that you can’t put down. I cannot wait to read more!
