Return to Hoodoo (Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, Book 1) by Reggi Dupree – Review by Rayne East

Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo Book 1)Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Adventurous, creative, quirky
Return to Hoodoo is a paranormal mystery that is engaging, quirky and full of crazy fun. This is a well written ghostly adventure that has witches, vampires, demons, magic and even a haunted house. I love the maturity of Gwen and her confidence. There is a cliffy so I will be keeping an eye out for the next book so I can go back to the antics of Azure House. Recommend.

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To be a Fae Legend (Realm Chronicles Book 3) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Shelly Kittell

To be a Fae LegendTo be a Fae Legend by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Queen Titania is a strong female character that I have enjoyed watching develope through this series. This book has been quite interesting to read. She’s coming into her own and trying to stand on her own while others are trying to force marriage on her. Challenges, magic and more abound in this book. Old faces make appearances. I enjoyed this story and traveling through the realms and kingdoms with the Queen and her family. The story is both fascinating and quite entertaining. You can’t help but be pulled into the story right from the start. You will want to begin with book 1 of the series. I found myself sitting on the edge-of-my-seat as I was reading because the adventures are daring and such that one can only imagine. I am a fan of the author’s writing. She leaves you wanting more. I will be eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this story.

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Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Book 2) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Allyson Ware

Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet #2)Messenger by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novel is well written. I have not read Romeo and Juliet (I know, leave me alone), but this love story is skillfully written and it is LGBTQ+ friendly. The storyline is similar to Romeo and Juliet, but the celestial twist kept me fully engaged. Each time I have attempted to read the true Shakespeare novel I have DNF’d it. This book I was not able to put down.

I did not read the first book of this series, but it is easy enough to put the pieces together if you start with this novel. I of course plan on going back and reading the first after finishing this one. The book was so good and I love the writing style of this author.

The characters and plot are well thought out. I enjoyed both Jace and Cyrus. I also enjoyed that there was more plot than erotica. These scenes were limited and the first one I came across was more than halfway through the book. I prefer more plot than erotica. It was very enjoyable and I highly recommend!

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To be a Fae Legend (Realm Chronicles Book 3) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Allyson Ware

To be a Fae LegendTo be a Fae Legend by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I cannot get enough of this book series! This author has created a masterpiece that is the Fae Realm. From the Realm itself to the Fae that reside in it, I want to live there myself. I also love the strength of the Fae women in this novel. They are an inspiration, even to humans. Titiana in particular is one of the strongest individuals I have ever had the privilege to read about.

I want to meet this author so we can sit and discuss the Fae Realm over dinner. I truly cannot get enough of these stories. I never want them to end. These books will definitely be something I read to my children and that I read myself over and over again. If you are interested in strong characters, incredible plots, and detail that places you directly into the story then this series is for you. Definitely go back and read the first two in the series. You will not regret it!

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Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Shelly Kittell

Small FrySmall Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a terrific book. Mistaken for a smaller child then he is, this young man has to overcome any challenges. This is a book that is easy to relate to. The characters are well-developed and brought back memories of my days in middle school. A quick read for the younger set. I’ll be adding it to my child’s library.

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Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Jenni Bishop

Small FrySmall Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Small Fry is a children’s book was inspired by Stephenie’s son and the passion and love shine through in the narrative. Part of the story is uniquely told by Silas and his Grandfather by email.
Silas has a growth hormone deficiency and is smaller than other kids. He soon finds himself on the radar of the bullies when he starts 6th grade middle school because of his size. Don’t they say good things come in small packages?
The story takes us on a journey of what life is like for Silas and how he navigates all that is thrown at him.
Silas captured my heart from the beginning all the way to the end. Chad and his bullying ways not so much.
All in all it is a fun read full of friends and pandemonium.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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To be a Fae Legend (Realm Chronicles Book 3) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Jenni Bishop

To be a Fae LegendTo be a Fae Legend by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

To be a Fae Legend is another epic novel by Tricia Copeland. It is a paranormal fantasy, Young Adult story and is book 3 of 3 in the Realm Chronicles series. Her writing style takes you to a vividly magical world that is easy to get lost in. I highly recommend that you start with book one and work your way through as they follow on from each other.

Tricia has created a world where there are faeries, monsters and a host of characters and creatures that live in the deep dark. This story has everything you need to keep you enthralled with action and danger, lies and deceit, loss and pain, drama and mystery and so much more. You get lost amongst the adventure, the helplessness, and evil lurking in a world that is in a battle of good versus evil, fae lore and legends.

I have said it before and I will say it again Tricia’s world building is only limited by your imagination and takes you to the most magical of places and the bowels of the world.

Could Titania be the prophesied one? She has a kingdom to rule, a husband to find, and a gift to harness and oh on top of all that she has to save her world from the dark evil that resides Lower Earth. No pressure.

If you love paranormal fantasy tales then this is for you. I am looking forward to what comes next from Tricia.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Book 2) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Angela Shirley

Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet #2)Messenger by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cyrus is in turmoil now, his soul mate has been banished out of Sin City and tensions are rising with the Angel and Demon worlds, but also Cyrus is threatened to be punished as he protected the Demon Watcher, he loves by killing his own kind a messenger.

Jace has been banished by the Archangel, Astra to live in the dessert with all the other outcasts deemed to have done wrong in this world but Jace is still drawn to his lover, Cyrus and hopes one day he will be in his arms again.

As the tensions heat up, Xavier, Cyrus’s ex-boyfriend and head of the Army tries to protect him from the repercussions of the attack but one night the forces take matters into their own hands and use powerful magic on Cyrus and leave him almost dead. Xavier ceases the opportunity to look after Cyrus and try and rekindle the love he had before the betrayal Xavier did to stop Cyrus moving on.

Meanwhile, tensions are rising, and can Astra the Archangel reclaim Sin City and work in harmony with Humans, Demons and Angels alike?

This is the first book I have read in this series and although I pick up the story it may have helped if I had read the first book The Watcher which may have given a bit more context to some of the angst between the characters. Although saying that I thoroughly enjoyed the unique twist on Romeo and Juliet and being set in a world of Angels and Demons.

I have to say the interaction between Jace and Cyrus was sweet, and the chemistry slowly built as the characters for most of the book were tackling their own dark demons so to speak. The secondary characters were a great addition to the story, and I loved the sassy nature and character of Jace’s sister Caz and would like to see how her relationship moves forward.

This is not my normal genre and picked the book up as it looked an interesting twist on a classic story. The Story was well written and flowed through at a great pace. I would like to read more for this author going forward.

Esprit de Corpse by Ef Deal – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Esprit de CorpseEsprit de Corpse by Ef Deal
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars
Esprit de Corpse by Ef Deal

Esprit De Corpse is a well written Historical Steampunk that I enjoyed reading. I had a hard putting it down. This is a new author to me and is their debut novel. I’m definitely looking forward to reading more from this Author in the future. This authors style of writing had my imagination going wild trying to picture everything along the way. Their characters are simply wonderful and relatable plus they had me feeling like I was apart of the story. Get ready to be taken back to mid 1800 in France as Angel and Jacquie take us on a journey as they try to solve the issues of ending an engineered war. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to see what this author brings us next.

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Return to Hoodoo (Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, Book 1) by Reggi Dupree – Review by Michelle Collier

Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo Book 1)Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Man this book has it all! Gwen is a great character. She is full of sass and wit. This paranormal series is full of all things supernatural and a little romance. This is a laugh out loud kind of book. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.

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How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor #2)How to Make a Flying Carpet by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom

How to Make a Flying Carpet ( Alex, the Inventor) is a children’s book that will get young imaginative minds working. The colorful illustrations add to the magic of the story. They help the kids to see what ones imagination can do . My son is five and he loves to read and his imagination is wild. Alex doesn’t like to waste and tries to find ways to use things that might be otherwise broken. Follow along with Alex and see what she does with a broken magnet. My son likes to do as the characters are doing . I love how they get a life lesson out of her stories and they don’t know it. I highly recommend reading this book. We look forward to reading more from this Author.

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The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
Genre – Fantasy, Paranormal
Page Count – 234
Cover Designer – MARIANNE NOWICKI

The prophecy says she’ll destroy him, but if he doesn’t reveal too much, will she help him rule Hell?

Jade is in witness protection and finds herself in possession of a store full of magical items. Her presence there alerts her existence to Baal, a serpent shifter and the first king of Hell. He arrives to kill her before she can become what has been prophesied and kill him, but he is enchanted by what he finds. She is everything he feared she would be, but she is also enticingly beautiful and pulls at something deep within him. She has no idea what she is, and he decides to try and use her for his own plans. 

Jade tentatively trusts Baal as she embraces her new powers and his reasons for seeking the keys to a gate in Hell. She agrees to help him, but along their journey she discovers that four planes of existence have crashed together; the fae realm, the angel realm, the demon realm and the earth realm. They are all fighting for control of earth and its inhabitants. 

She is the one prophesied to choose the winner. She is the one prophesied to kill the first king of Hell.

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Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson

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Genre – Kids, Family
Page Count – 260
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A bully candidate dead set on winning.

Corruption that goes all the way to the top.

Election fraud.

A revolution of young voters.

Middle school elections are brutal.

When Silas started 6th grade, no one at his new school believed he was eleven, not even the teachers! Because of his growth hormone deficiency, he was the shortest kid in school.

By a lot.

He didn’t let his height keep him from making friends with some of the other kids in the school band. The only problem is that Silas and his friends are pestered by a relentless bully! When Silas hears the bully is running for class president, he knows someone needs to stand up for the little guys, and that someone is him! Silas enters the race, but he’ll have to overcome bullying and cheating, all while his heart is breaking over his grandfather’s diminishing memory.

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Stephenie is the author of several books for kids. Stephenie and her family currently live near Raleigh, North Carolina, but she grew up just outside of Seattle. Stephenie writes, teaches creative writing, and homeschools her three amazing kids.

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Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert
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Page Count – 310
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Sullivan comes back to her hometown, Sweet Valley, Wyoming, bruised to hell and hiding a big secret.

Determined to start her life over, she embarks on a journey to take back her power and help her family save their small horse ranch. But running into her old high school sweetheart, Blake O’Connor, reminds her that no road to success is easy. Raising Elle is a journey through hardships and forgiveness, and all the ways love heals even the deepest wounds.

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To be a Fae Legend (Realm Chronicles Book 3) by Tricia Copeland

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To be a Fae Legend (Realm Chronicles Book 3) by Tricia Copeland
Genre – YA, FAE, Fantasy
Page Count – 550
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Hidden deep in fae lore lies a legend. It holds that there will be One granted the power to end all evil. Titania has come to realize she may be the prophesied One. 

An omen of three evils and being wooed by a pack of hungry suitors are only a few of Queen Titania’s stresses. Everything is piling up, and she’s determined to rise to each challenge. 

She must harness the gifts bestowed upon her, but time is ticking away, and the best she can manage are a few sparks. Now, there’s a race against time as she’s tasked with choosing a husband while trying to save the world from certain doom. 

To Be a Fae Legend, the third book of the Realm Chronicles series, is a treacherous journey into Lower Earth. Enter if you dare risk confrontation with nightmare-ish beasts and dark spirits of the deep.

If you like valiant heroines, you’ll love Tricia Copeland’s electrifying fantasy.

Download To Be a Fae Legend to spiral into a magical world today!

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Tricia Copeland believes in finding magic. She thinks magic infuses every aspect of our lives, whether it is the magic of falling in love, discovering a new passion, a beautiful sunset, or a book that transports us to another world. An avid runner and Georgia native, Tricia now lives with her family and four-legged friends in Colorado. Find all her titles from contemporary romance and fantasy, to dystopian fiction at www.triciacopeland.com.

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Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) Audiobook by Liza Snow – Review by M Policicchio

I am ready to fall in line and obey Chandler’s commands!  Daaaaaaannnnnngggg!!  This book is on fire.  My ears are still warm and I finished hours ago.  I am so frazzled about where the book ended.  How could he do that?  

 

There are so many unanswered questions.  So much I wanna know.  I don’t care if this series is 2 or 20 books, I am wrapped up just like Cassandra in the silks.  I need to know.  How involved is her uncle?  What is actually in the bag that the thief wanted?  Will Chandler believe Cassandra when she tells him the truth?  They were so close to having that conversation before things went crazy.  Will Jean get away from  and away with everything?  Will Chandler and Cassandra make a new life together and walk away from his family?  

 

Beautifully and sensually written.  The way Cassandra describes the feeling of soaring, falling, and being in the silks is amazing.  Not sure if the experience would have been different if I read it versus listened, but the book is a feast for the senses.  The description of colors, smells, tastes and so much add to the delight of reading this amazing thriller!!  

 

I can only hope that the next one is as delicious, fantastic, and pleasurable as this one. 

Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) Audiobook by Liza Snow – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Obedience (Book 1 in the Ties that Bind series) by Lisa Snow

Narrated by Rapunzaroo, Daniel Zbel, Isabel Salazar, Lisa Graham and Pippa Ryder

 

This book is high energy, terrorizing plots, really intriguing cast of characters rolled into one amazing audiobook. Cassie and Chandler have all the chemistry, but each are hiding horrific secrets. This story is definitely in my top ten audiobooks of all time. I can’t wait for the next book in the series.  You really need to listen to this book!

The cast of narrators really made this book come to life. Awesome sound effects also! Definitely Five + STARS!!!!

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The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Heather Goodman

The Traveler: Book 3The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author has such a great way of making you think about things. Harry is such a great character and I love going on these journeys with him to discover himself.

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Return to Hoodoo (Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, Book 1) by Reggi Dupree – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo Book 1)Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in this series and the only one that I have read, I didn’t manage to get my hands on the prequel yet, but I didn’t feel like it was missing anything other than the big elephant in the room concerning the ‘murder’ maybe back to how it all started. I enjoyed this book, the sass throughout, funny sarcasm, and the diverse characters made this a wonderful book. I’m definitely interested in reading more about the town of Hoodoo, not to mention it’s super quirky town, and citizens!

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The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Heather Goodman

The Traveler: Book 2The Traveler: Book 2 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in a series of three. It’s so enjoyable to learn about Harry’s lives and journey. He is such an endearing character. Just like the first one this one is filled with twist and turn.

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The Traveler: Book 1 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Heather Goodman

The TravelerThe Traveler by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book has a very interesting spin on life. I love to see the developing relationship between Harry and Tristan. It’s interesting to see Harry as a spider also. This book is one of those that makes you think. It draws you in from the very beginning and then keeps you guessing and wondering what if through tout the whole book.

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Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Cindy Rushin

Yeti Left HomeYeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. It was a new author for me and I was pleasantly surprised. The story was very relatable and I found myself really interested in Wylie’s story and the struggles he went through and the happiness he found. The story kept me interested and entertained. The characters were funny and I enjoyed the interactions between all of them. This is a good book and I recommend this author and his story.

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Return to Hoodoo (Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, Book 1) by Reggi Dupree – Review by Helen Dawkins

Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo Book 1)Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an amazing and hilarious book! If you love supernatural, paranormal, romance with a dash of southern, this is the book for you!

I enjoyed this book so much! All of the characters are absolutely delightful, they have snark, they are hilarious, they will keep you on your toes. The dialogue was EVERYTHING! The story was suspenseful enough to keep your interest while also keeping it fast paced and lighthearted.

My favorite part of this story is that Gwen, is midlife. So we get to see her past, present and future, as well as how some of those choices impacted others. She has more depth, experience, and balance than her younger self, as we all do when we get other. It was very relatable and refreshing.

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How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor #2)How to Make a Flying Carpet by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wonderful, engaging and teaching this story is great for the young and old. Who wouldn’t want a flying carpet?

Alex is a young inventor, always evolving to invent something great. When a broken refrigerator magnet becomes something more trying to figure out what she can do with the magnets, whether if the magnets are together or seperate…it can create an imagination to be a possible flying carpet!

What a wonderful story and the illustrations are very engaging and colorful. Another wonderful book by Lois Wickstrom. Highly recommended.

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REIGN: The Rise of the Lich (The Silver Blood Knight Book 2 by Carol McKibben – Review by Deb Robinson

REIGN: The Rise of the LichREIGN: The Rise of the Lich by Carol McKibben
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. I look forward to the next book as well.

Reign is a wolf, the brothers 9 are Lycans, and James is an angel of sorts, and then we have the wizard that is very powerful.

The above are a powerful group trying to keep evil from taking over Italy.The Lich is trying everything in his power to take down the group of immortals by any means possible. The use of mythology captured my interest and kept wondering how the immortal group was going to defeat Lich.

The author has an easy flow of writing and gets you interested in the story right away.

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Return to Hoodoo (Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, Book 1) by Reggi Dupree – Review by Emmye Marihugh

Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo Book 1)Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I wish there was more in depth information on the haunted house, I.e. the hidden passages etc. I understand why they are left out but I miss them all the same. This book is so captivating I was able to read it in about 10 hours. I loved this book and all the magic and different takes on all things otherworldly. I will definitely be reading more of Reggie’s books and I can’t wait to find out what happens with Gwen and Ash!

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Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) Audiobook by Liza Snow – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Intriguing story…enjoyable with romance, danger, drama, shibari, angst between Chandler and Cassie with an age gap (which I love)…I am already looking forward to book 2.

After Cassie suffers the unthinkable when losing her parents, she grows up knowing she wants to be a silk aerialist going to a prestigious school to learn from the best. Little did Cassie know she meets
Chandler Moreau and all she wants to do not only learn from him but also be with him.

Chandler is part of the Moreau Academy and highly affluential. With a nagging injury and also going through a divorce…. His focus is all about Cassie and taking her under his wing. This takes a turn when Chandler introduces Cassie to shibari… and the intense sizzle between them is undeniable.

With both Cassie and Chandler having these dark pasts that threaten them at every turn…can they overcome and build any relationship?

Great audiobook, great storyline and narrators to the story… cannot wait to see what happens next.

Return to Hoodoo (Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, Book 1) by Reggi Dupree – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo Book 1)Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The title drew me to this one and upon reading the blurb, I knew this was the book for me.
This is the first book in the series and contains plenty of supernaturals, magic and mystery. Since reading I’ve learnt that there is a prequel so I’m disappointed that I didn’t get the full background, but that’s my own fault for not checking. The author does provide enough information to understand the characters and events for me not to had realised until after. But with how much I enjoy this book, I’ll be reading the novella next!

I was hooked reading this, it’s amusing and engaging, and the characters are great.
The descriptive writing flows well, creating vivid imagery, making it easier to consume and made the book far more enjoyable. Not only was the scenery/setting written well, but the characters were also brilliant.

Gwen was so lovable. She’s been through so much and still holding it together as she makes her way through all the danger and relationships. She’s sassy (which I love) and relatable, but her approach to what she faces as she fights through the hardships is admirable and that’s what I love about her most.

I cannot wait to read more from this series, I’m impatient for the next book and I haven’t even gone back to read the prequel yet!

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I’ll Love You Tomorrow (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 3) by Julie Navickas – Review by Angelina Frazzini

I'll Love You Tomorrow (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy, Book #3)I’ll Love You Tomorrow by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book three of the series. These can be read as a standalone but honestly, they’re all so good you should just start at the beginning.

Lauren knew from the moment she met Mitch he was going to be the one for her. Was she a little young to know that? Maybe. But that doesn’t change the fact that they did in fact get married. As with most things, the shine wore off. The routine of marriage and working started getting in the way. Lauren doesn’t understand why Mitch seems so distant from her but she’s got her restaurant to pour all her energy into. Will this be the last straw for their marriage or will they be able to rebuild?

I really enjoyed this book. There was a lot of emotion and up and downs that I was on the edge of my seat waiting to find out what would happen with Lauren and Mitch. I finished this book so quick! I was sucked in! It’s so well written you immediately feel like you have a stake in what happens to these characters. I highly recommend!

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Non-Verbal by Molly Zenk – Review by Angelina Frazzini

NonVerbalNonVerbal by Molly Zenk
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a standalone novel. This is the first book I’ve read by this author. Honestly, I wasn’t sure how I was going to like it but this book was so impactful!

The story is about Emerson, a teenager with a slew of labels as though they define her. She is labeled as having autism spectrum disorder as well as being non-verbal. This book takes you through Emerson’s story. She knows what she’d like to say but the words are lost. Yet she has to deal with people talking about her like she’s not there and doesn’t understand. She watches her parents struggle while also trying to protect her and give her some semblance of independence. While also realizing that while she’s been given the tools to cope sometimes her reaction is outside of her control.

This book is really powerful. I think everyone could benefit from reading it. It definitely gives you a first hand perspective of what it might be like to deal with and cope with the labels individuals on the spectrum have to deal with. This is a very well written book and I highly recommend anyone read this!

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