Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Liz's Road TripLiz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star’s
Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie

Liz’s Road Trip is a wonderfully written Contemporary Romance Women’s Fiction that I absolutely loved reading. It’s a fun yet emotional story that will take you on quite the journey. Liz finds herself on a road trip along with a feline companion to carry out her grandmother’s last wishes. She learns once she arrives at her grandmother’s house that there was lots she didn’t know about her grandmother. Mark has been writing Liz’s grandmother’s biography and bot does Liz learn more about her than she ever expected. Liz has lots of challenging changes to work through and learn to live while she’s at it. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. You’ll find yourself tearing up along the way but it’s worth the heartache. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Shadel Ayerbe

The Anchor Knot:securing the knot of truth (Knot, #6The Anchor Knot:securing the knot of truth (Knot, #6 by DonnaLee Overly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly is a great romance story

If Gabby King’s secret becomes known, it might derail her boyfriend Richard Wright’s bid for the office of Texas governor. While Texas voters may overlook a candidate’s unwed child, finding out that he has a son as a result of an affair with a married lady will surely spark controversy.The powerful oil tycoon and cattle rancher Wayne King, Gabby’s father, convinces his daughter to agree to his scheme to get her and Wright into the governor’s house. Amanda Jason, the campaign manager for Richard, wants Wright and the position of first lady of Texas and will do whatever it takes to replace Gabby.

Every page had you hanging on every sentence and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. It is a very unique story with even compelling people. The story really transports you into this world. I couldn’t put the book down.

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Vampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis – Review by Amy Dean

Vampires of AtlantisVampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kathrine lived a very simple and boring life surrounded by work, one friend, and countless romance novels and hopes one day to be swept off her feet like in them. Ian comes in at the knick of time to save her from certain death when he is forced to leave the underwater world of Atlantis after one of the most horrific monsters escapes. Together they have to save the day from monsters and Katherine will have to choose the life she knew or the life she doesn’t want to leave.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Kiana Corley

Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was such a great read. It was hard to put down the book because there were so many questions that weren’t answered immediately. This book will keep you on your toes. A lot of character development.

This book follows the stories of Grant and Katelyn. Grant is a businessman who runs a successful horse breeding farm. He is known around the community as a stubborn and grumpy man. Katelyn is a young woman who has spent her whole life around horses. She likes to look toward the positives in situations and is fearless.

Katelyn meets Grant when she obtains a job trying to help rehab his prized thoroughbred horse. Grant was not happy with her when they first met. He did not care for how she talked to him in a manner no one else would dare to. She also was not educated enough to be put in charge of the health of such an important horse.

What happens when a jaded soul meets an optimistic one? Can a young woman really do something that the best in the industry can’t? What secrets lie behind this abundant operation? Is there really a thin line between love and hate?

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Mr Lucky (Trentbridge Tales Book 1) by Lee Wood – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Mr Lucky (Trentbridge Tales #1)Mr Lucky by Lee Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was hooked from page one by this fast paced crime thriller and the storyline kept me gripped throughout. Detective James Sheldon’s perfect life was shattered in an instant, leading to him being homeless and begging for loose change whilst contemplating suicide just eighteen months later. Then in a strange twist of fate James then wins big on the lottery, a record breaking 168 million, which is literally life changing for him. However, what should have been a dream come true becomes a nightmare when he finds himself mixed up with drug dealers and crime bosses who are out to destroy him. James also has to tackle his own personal demons which particularly plague him at night. As the blurb says, this is not your usual crime novel plot, and the storyline is totally unpredictable with plenty of twists and turns. The descriptive narrative made both the characters and the setting come vividly to life, and I found James an engaging main character. This was an action packed story and one which I recommend.

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Ten Little Starfish by Kim Ann – Review by Amelia Stansell

Ten Little Starfish: A Counting BookTen Little Starfish: A Counting Book by Kim Ann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a cute counting book! My little ones loved it. The facts about starfish at the back of the book was really cool. It tells a cute little story starting at 1 finishing at 10. It is definitely a must read for little starting or learning to count.

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Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

Amaleigha Makes a New FriendAmaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In school Amaleigha writes a penpal in Ukraine. Vova ends up being Amaleigha’s penpal and friend. Vova ends up telling Amaleigha that Ukraine is going to war with Russia. Amaleigha’s teacher teaches them about Ukraine because of their penpals. They make bread, do a puppet show, and celebrate Christmas. They also raise money to help with the war for the Ukraine’s.

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Firewall by Jessica Mehring – Review by Jennifer Gordon

FirewallFirewall by Jessica Mehring
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fast paced and gripping read which had me hooked throughout. Respected IT security professional Veronica Clark works for one of the largest financial management firms in San Francisco. Having found evidence that the company has been hacked, Veronica finds herself in danger and needing her own security. Veronica’s best friends brother, Angus Miller, who is a fire chief of Station 62 steps in to protect her. However, he soon discovers that battling fires is easier than keeping her safe, as the people behind the hacking want to silence her. Things become more complicated as their mutual attraction grows with the more time they spend together. Although a fairly short read the storyline has everything from drama, danger, suspense, and of course romance. The plot twists kept me guessing as to the outcome of the story and the characters were very well defined. An entertaining and engaging read.

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Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt – Review by Caralee Looat

Amaleigha Makes a New FriendAmaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really found this book to be quit a good tool to help a younger child understand about things in the world. I like how the author was able to take a complex subject and make it simplified so that kids can understand. This was a very well written story and I highly recommend it for kids. The way that the author takes a scary subject and brings it in a form that is not too scary for kids is really good. I wish my children were younger as I would definitely have them read this book. The author has a very unique way to bring this subject to the younger audience.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt – Review by Jenni Bishop

Amaleigha Makes a New FriendAmaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love that Janice is selflessly giving the proceeds from this book to support Ukraine families who might have lost their homes or become refugees in other countries.
Amaleigha Makes a New Friend is a sweet read for all ages not just kids. I read this book with my grandbabies, and they loved it. It was fun and engaging and left the kids wanting more.
It is full of wonderful and colourful drawings that really bring the story to life. It is a book aged for kids 4 – 8 who will be delighted as they go on this adventure with Amaleigha. It is an inspiration to the kids who read it.
Amaleigha has such a big heart & wants to help others especially her new pen pal in the Ukraine. It was interesting to learn a little about the Ukraine and a war that threatens.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and entertaining contemporary romance which kept me happily turning the pages. According to Blaine Reynolds, owner of the novelty shop “Back to the 80’s”, the 80s were the best decade ever, and she’s prepared to risk everything to prove it. When developer Eric Morales plans to destroy her late mothers shop in order to build a new brewery, Blaine makes a bet with him. That she just needs 30 days to prove to him why the 80’s were ‘totally rad’ and why her store is worth saving. Neither Blaine or Eric intend to lose the bet, but neither of them expected that they may lose their hearts. This was a lighthearted enemies to lovers romance with likeable and relatable characters in Blaine and Eric. The story was full of popular items from the 80’s, including Cabbage Patch dolls and classic video games, giving it a nostalgic feel, which I enjoyed.

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Royally Complicated (The Crowned Hearts Series Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee and Christy Anderson – Review by Kerry Baker

Royally ComplicatedRoyally Complicated by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an entertaining, brilliant and well written story by an author I never hesitate to pick up. As soon as I saw her name attached to this book I knew I had to read it. I was pulled straight into this book and the characters. I loved them from the moment I started reading. They had such a tough journey ahead of them and yet the determination is was clear.
Once I started reading this book I had to finish it in one go. I needed to see how things would play out and I could not get enough of Briget and Fyn. This is yet another incredible book and I am so excited to see what is next for the series.

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Mr Lucky (Trentbridge Tales Book 1) by Lee Wood – Review by Rebecca Hill

Mr Lucky (Trentbridge Tales #1)Mr Lucky by Lee Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such an interesting story about two lives intersecting. The main character is James Sheldon. James is married with two kids when his wife and kids are tragically killed in a hit and run car accident. This spirals James downward into not caring about his life and drowning everything in alcohol. From there, he loses everything – his job, his home, his dignity. James is homeless and living from donation to donation. One day, he decides to spend the little money he had on the lottery, and much to his surprise, he wins millions! He does what many cannot; he helps others with his windfall. But along the way, his life crosses paths with Dave Rex. Dave is not the good guy that James is. Dave kills people that he doesn’t like or that he thinks cross him. He decides that James needs to die. I really enjoyed reading how it played out with Dave and James. It was hard to put down and completely worth the time!

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Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt – Review by Kerry Baker

Amaleigha Makes a New FriendAmaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a touching and relevant story that really engages any reader. I honestly think that I became more emotional and invested in this story than my kids. The way the author navigates such a touch and yet topical subject matter is brilliant. It was written in a way that made it understandable and educational for children but was also still interesting for them.
This whole series has been great. Each book has touched on a different topic but each book has been amazing to read. I think this one is definitely my favourite so far and our whole household is waiting for the next one.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Christie Mitchum

Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Back to the 80s reminded me of why I am so thankful I was a teenager during that time. It was a wonderful time. I am a little biased, but I still think it was a great time!!!

Blaine is the owner of a novelty shop that specializes in all things the 80s that was left to her by her mother. She has worked tirelessly to keep her mother’s legacy alive. Eric Morales is a developer who has his sights on destroying the building that houses Blaine’s store to open a new brewery. When these two meet, the sparks fly, both in a good way and not so good way. In order to save her store, she makes a bet with him. She has 30 days to change his mind and show him what a great decade the 80s really was. As these two spend more time together, that tiny spark is now developing into so much more. Hopefully, they can find a way to not only find a business compromise but also find a way to their own HEA!

This was such a quirky read in every possibly good way! I was a teenager during the 80s, so I LOVED all the references to that decade! It encompassed all the things that made that time such a great one!!! The secondary characters just added to the story itself as well! Like all the great 80s romantic movies, this book also had an EPIC ending!!! If you are looking for a sweet, quirky romance, you can’t go wrong with this one!!!

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Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Liz's Road TripLiz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Heartwarming, adventure, friendship, discovery, secrets, healing and romance….this was a fantastic story that gave me so many feels and I could not get enough. I highly recommend this book so much and it is one of my favorite reads by far.

Liz Evans hits the road to embark on a journey that takes her from Colorado to Palm Beach wanting to carry out her grandmother’s wishes to the end. With a crazy cat in tow, the surprise discovery and secrets when Liz finds out that her grandmother was a big Star in Hollywood! When Liz meets a good friend of her grandmother, Mark, whom has been living in her Florida mansion……Liz navigates to get to know people who knew her grandmother including Mark. Will Liz learn and embrace this new life journey?

Wonderfully written….give this story a try, you will not be disappointed.

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Vampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

Vampires of AtlantisVampires of Atlantis by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vampires of Atlantis is book one in the Atlantis series. It is a paranormal romance that centers around the characters of Ian and Katherine and is told from each of their POV. Ian is a vampire Prince from Atlantis who has been dwelling under the surface since Atlantis sank. His job is to protect the humans from any of the numerous monsters that might escape from Atlantis where they have been trapped. Ian finds himself back on the surface after 1000 years as he tries to track an escaped monster named Norgis. As Ian tracks the monster, he comes across Katherine who has been attacked and is near death. Uncertain of who is after this woman he feels that Norgis is somehow involved and must be after her for a reason. Something about this woman attracts him to her and calls to his soul. Ian decides to take Katherine back with him where she will be safe and can heal.

When Katherine wakes up, she finds herself in a strange place with a strange, but handsome, man. She begins to remember the attack on her life and tells Ian, who realizes that a precious artifact has been stolen and must be saved. The mission is no longer about finding Norgis, it is now about finding the descendant stone and returning it to its rightful place. They now must battle true evil for the survival of the Descendants of Atlantis. Ian feels a strong connection to Katherine, but can he ever have a true relationship with this woman from the surface?

This was a great book with a mesmerizing storyline, vivid scene descriptions, and interesting characters. Ian and Katherine are from two very different worlds but must join forces to save both of their worlds from true evil. Both are strong in their own respect. Ian can be overbearing at times, but Katherine stands her ground. The attraction between them is intriguing and I continued reading to see how or if a relationship between Ian and Katherine would be feasible. I found the premise of an underwater world filled with trapped monsters to be interesting and creative. This book had supernatural elements, vampires, monsters, danger, action, suspense, chemistry, romance, and the classic battle of good versus evil. A must read!

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Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

Liz's Road TripLiz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really loved this book. Liz is a young woman who is a writer for a magazine. At the story’s beginning, we find out that her grandmother is about to pass. She is the only person Liz has in her life, minus her best friend. After her grandmother’s passing, she is trying to figure out what to do next, she feels she doesn’t have anybody. Well, she starts to handle her grandmother’s affairs and starts to find out that Gran has many secrets. These secrets lead her on a journey of her own. Liz is a girl who doesn’t go anywhere, try new things, and definitely does not fly. However, because her grandmother has certain wishes for her, she goes on this journey to find out who this woman really was, and in the process finds herself. This is also a love story of many. She isn’t sure if the journey will be worth it, but she loves her grandmother so much that she is willing to try.
Sooo much happens in this story and I didn’t want to give too much away. What I will say is that Liz is the character that you watch grow over her experience. I think she is very relatable to many people with her intimidations in life, dealing with death, and then trying to find a new life beyond those people. There were times when I found her a little annoying, but it was more personal than anything about the book itself. I found this book to be quite healing in a way; it gives perspective on life and death. I also enjoyed many of the other characters that you come to learn about, especially Mark. He is so special in this book and the character is smart, lovable, patient, and kind. It was also quick-paced so I will be interested in reading other books by this author.

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Firewall by Jessica Mehring – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

FirewallFirewall by Jessica Mehring
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Firewall is a contemporary romance novel that is filled with action, suspense, mystery, danger, and intrigue. The story centers around the characters of Angus and Veronica and is told from each of their POV. Veronica is a security professional working for a top-notch financial management firm. She prides herself on being smart, professional, and one of the best in her area of expertise when it comes to providing security. Veronica often butts heads with her boss over the costs associated with the security measures that she puts in place to prevent the company from being hacked and their information sold. So, when she discovers that the company has been hacked, she is shocked and tries to uncover who is responsible. In doing so, she puts her life in danger.

When Veronica’s best friend, Cara, discovers that Veronica is in danger she enlists the help of her brother Angus to keep Veronica safe. Angus is a firefighter who takes pride in his job and in upholding the family name. He believes in working hard and is focused on his career with the goal of being the youngest battalion chief. Angus is not keen on babysitting his sister’s friend but agrees to do so. Before long he realizes that keeping Veronica safe is far more complicated than he anticipated. As Angus and Veronica spend time together the attraction and chemistry between them grows.

This book was wonderfully written with an intriguing storyline and engaging characters. Veronica is smart, feisty, determined, and refuses to back down from a challenge. When danger looms, she faces it head-on. Angus is smart, hardworking, loyal, kind, and loves his family. When his sister Cara asks for his help, he may seem reluctant at first, but he knows deep down that he is doing the right thing. The chemistry between Veronica and Angus was interesting to read as they discovered their attraction towards one another. This book will take you through a series of twists and turns as secrets are uncovered, betrayals are revealed, and the sense of impending danger looms for Veronica and Angus. I highly recommend this book!

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Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt – Review by Megan Conley

Amaleigha Makes a New FriendAmaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A really informational way of discussing the changing world climate with children. This is the story of Amaleigha, an American 3rd grader, who gets a Ukrainian pen pal, Vova, through her teacher. During the course of the relationship, they learn about each other and their cultures; however, during this time the Russia-Ukraine war breaks out and suddenly Amaleigha is worried about her friend. Through this picture book, we see how differences can be made and we are given the opportunity to see these types of situations through the eyes of children…which is something we sometimes need to be reminded of. This was well done and the topic matter was handled delicately and very well. This is a great book to read to your littles (or students) to show them that differences can be made, no matter how small.

 

Reviewed by @meggs1717

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Mr Lucky (Trentbridge Tales Book 1) by Lee Wood – Review by Lisa Helmick

Mr Lucky (Trentbridge Tales #1)Mr Lucky by Lee Wood
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

There are a lot of elements that go into making this a well rounded story. Sadly they did not all mesh for me and i easily got bored. The part of James life and thoughts while being homeless was interesting and made me really feel his plight. The whole Rex side of things I struggled with and not that the story could have done without but I really did not care for him one way or the other. Most of the book I was wondering how he fits into James story. It was ended with all the P’s and Q’s taken care of and that area was the second best part of the story. Sorry I just wasn’t a fan.

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The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 1) by K.L. Small – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring #1)The Magic Carousel by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star’s
The Magic Carousel (The Brass Ring Series Book 1) by K.L. Small

The Magic Carousel is the first book in The Brass Ring Series and is a kids Fantasy that I think any age can enjoy. This is a preteen story that touches on many different subjects like bullying, family issues, health issues, then there’s drama, magic and so much more. Russell is a ten year old who has had life challenges and is being bullied add to that his grandfather is moving in with them as he’s not in good health. When grandpa ends up in the hospital he gives Russell something very precious. Get ready to be taken on quite the magical adventure and enjoy the wonderfully colorful illustrations that bring the story to life. I highly recommend reading this book and look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Breanne Christian

Cruel KingCruel King by K.M. Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cruel King with its dark twist, is the epitome of an enemies-to-lovers romance. Ava practically grew up around the King family. Theo, a King brother, is her best friend. She got along with the whole family, except for Matthias. Matthias always seemed to loathe her and her, not know why. Until one day, fate had them trapped together. Once they were free, however, he went right back to being the cruel King brother. If only Ava knew how Matthias was feeling. Did Ava misinterpret Matthias or is it meant to be? Find out in Cruel King.
Cruel King is full of twists, turns, and some of them dark. At times you want to love the characters, while other times they frustrate you to the point of wanting to scream. The characters are relatable, and their feelings can be felt through the page. The book is enthralling and intricately woven.
I enjoyed Cruel King from the beginning to the end. I did not want to put it down. K.M. Scott is a master storyteller, leaving no stone unturned. It left me wanting more.

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The Reluctant Suitor (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Shelly Kittell

The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Reluctant Suitor: BWWM Historical Western by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another fascinating BWWM story from this author. As always a fascinating read that is entertaining and a quick read. A historical romance of the time when black and white didn’t mix. I found the characters to be very interesting. There were a few substories going on that were entertaining and interesting. The story kept me on the edge-of-my-seat. I have followed this series from the beginning and found it to be full of drama and a bit of everything. I will be eagerly awaiting the next one.

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Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Tausha Treadway

Liz's Road TripLiz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie. This has quickly become one of my favorite authors. I loved this book. Its the story of Liz whose Grandmother has passed away and her grandmothers last wishes are soon to be known. Liz knows part of them but doesn’t realize there is a lot more to them than her grandmother told her. Liz takes off from their hometown of Denver, Colorado and plans to travel to Palm Beach to spread her ashes. Traveling with her grandmothers cat she discovers all kinds of secrets once she gets there. One being her grandmother was a big Hollywood Star and has a mansion in Florida. Living in that mansion is her grandmothers good friend Mark who is writing her grandmothers biography. Finding out her grandmother had many affairs and lived a life Liz knew nothing about is blowing her mind. When there are sparks between Mark and Liz that just adds to the whole mess. I loved every second of this book. So fun and entertaining. Can’t wait to read whatever else this author has in store!

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Amaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt – Review by Shelly Kittell

Amaleigha Makes a New FriendAmaleigha Makes a New Friend by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another book that I found to love. It was cool to find to a book that gave bite-size facts about Ukraine to children while they read about pen pals and letter writing. I remember doing that when I was younger. It was fascinating and so very exciting to get letters. I love reading Ameleigha books when they come out. My granddaughter was here when I got this out to read and she thought this the most exciting thing we did all day yesterday. She’s a bookworm like her Nana. She asked so many questions. She loves to learn and she got to learn about a new culture and other children by reading a story with her Nana. I lover storytime and these books are perfect because they develop learning. Ameleigha is always teaching such wonderful and beautiful ideas that can help strengthen the world to help children develop their own creativity. It’s a must read to share with the children in your life.

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Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4) by Isobel Reed – Review by Kristin Boutelle

Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4)Love Shots by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really good read especially if you want to get away from reality. The characters complement each other really well. The author has done a great job including the other minor characters and to make the story easy to follow. Overall, it is a really great read and communication is the key to a successful and happy relationship.

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Mr Lucky (Trentbridge Tales Book 1) by Lee Wood – Review by Kerry Carr

Mr Lucky (Trentbridge Tales #1)Mr Lucky by Lee Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really good read. It is the first book in the Trentbridge Tales series.It was full of twists and turns and very fast paced. In the beginning I wasn’t sure how all the characters were related. It tells a story from different people’s points of view and its hard to see how they all join together and that’s part of what I loved. The not knowing. The author does a really good job with the main character James. And it’s such a unique twist of a riches to rags back to riches story. My heart broken for James when his wife and kids were killed. From that moment his life spiralled. He went from a amazing home and job with promotion to becoming a homeless alcoholic. While living on the streets a stranger suggests he should by a lottery ticket and that one decision changed his life all over again. But they say money can’t buy you happiness and in this case its true. With James winning this money it has put him on the radar of some very dangerous people who he know has to outwit to survive all the while still dealing with his own demons from his past.

Thus is a gripping crime Thriller which kept me gripped from beginning to end.
I can’t wait to see what else this author has is store.

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Mary Espinoza

Complicated ChoicesComplicated Choices by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman is an emotional story that hit home for me on so many levels. This book will pull on your heartstrings, will leave you in awe and will leave you thinking about any teenager that is out there going through similar situations! This story is about choices of a seventeen-year-old young woman, her self-discovery, family drama, responsibility, many challenges, overall teenage drama, issues, secrets, dramatic developments, and most of all…… heartwarming moments.
Claire is a high school senior who has so many life-changing choices to make and feels like she doesn’t know which ones will be the right ones, especially when an unplanned pregnancy leaves her with a baby to take care of. And it’s not just any baby, it happens to be her baby brother, and her uncle comes in trying to be the hero, but then shows his true colors as the story progresses. What is Claire to do with her baby brother, her mother, uncle and the joys of trying to be a senior in high school, what happens makes this an emotional and heartwarming journey. This story is guaranteed to make you shed a tear or two, so make sure you have tissue handy as you embark on the choices of Claire!

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Back to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Jules Herbert

Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have to say I loved being a teenager in the 80s and this book brought it all back to me making me very nostalgic but oh so damn happy!! I loved it! Blaine inherited her mothers store that has all things 80s and when developers buy the mall it is in and wants to take it all away she comes up with a very interesting bet that Eric, one of the developers, simply can’t pass up and that’s where all the fun begins. I really needed this fun read at the moment and I thank this very talented author for adding some laughter and light to my life with her creative storylines and wonderful characters!

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