The Wandering Isles (Soulbound Journeys Book 1) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Lucy Machard

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The Wandering Isles: A Crown of Stones Novella (Soulbound Journeys #1)The Wandering Isles: A Crown of Stones Novella by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is intense!! There’s something new with each chapter that hits, and I found myself needing to slow down so I could fully drink things in. I’m not sure if this is a prequel or if it’s a postquel though, cause there were some things in it that didn’t quite make sense plot wise, but I’m sure as I keep reading the rest of the series they will. It’s listed as a novella, but I think the description says it takes place after the initial books in the series. I’m definitely enraptured by the author and the book, and I’ll for sure be reading the next book, as well as putting the rest on my TBR. It’s a fantastic fantasy with lots of details and by reading it you can tell the author poured a lot of prep and knowledge into the book. It’s also one of those books you love the first time you read it, but read multiple times to catch the small details on it where everything ties together. Highly recommend!

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Mesmerised (Hybrid Lovers Book 2) by Toya Richardson – Review by Gabrielle

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Mesmerised (Hybrid Lovers #2)Mesmerised by Toya Richardson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is an interesting story about finding love and what you would do to keep that love. It was nice to see the way Donna and Antoine’s relationship takes shape. Donna has had a hard life and when she has had enough it takes Antoine’s intervention to save her but will it be enough? Their story is an engaging read. I like the idea of the Angel and vampire hybrid. Antoine and Donna are strong characters and both have dealt with a lot but are ready to fight for a future together. This book has a mix of everything, the author does a good job of mixing the action and the romance. Emotions play a strong part in this book and I enjoyed seeing Donna blossom with the support and help of Antoine.

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Hannah Porter

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3)Rogue Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first time reading a book by author Lilliana Rose. What intrigued me was the cover, then I read the synopsis and was sold. I love a good werewolf book but this wasn’t good… It was A GREAT ONE!! It’s got everything you’d want in a supernatural story;danger,action packed, vampires, wolves, amazing characters, romance, and nail biting suspense that’ll leave you guessing. And don’t forget about the cliffhanger the author leaves you on. Like omg what is Amdis going to have in store for them next. I need to know I hope it only brings Kodiak and Tamaska closer together and to the pack. I got this invested and I started on this book ( the 3rd one )can you imagine, I still have the other two books to read (but i also highly suggest y’all read those two first before this so you’ll have a better understanding of whos who) Im sooo excited for the next book. I can’t wait!

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Wendy Rennewanz

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Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend's Older Sister Forbidden Romance (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2)Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Older Sister Forbidden Romance by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Love, love, loved this book!!! Reticent Hawke the 2nd book in the 2nd generation about the Hawkes and it maybe my favorite so far! Gwyn Mcnamee seriously is sooooo good at getting me hooked and unable to put her books down! I’m not one to give up info on a book as I LOVE to read a book with very little info to start with. I just love Jude!! I think I’m going to go back and re-read all the other Hawke books while I impatiently wait the next one to come out. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Oathbreakers Anonymous by Scott Warren – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Oathbreakers AnonymousOathbreakers Anonymous by Scott Warren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misplaced Faith. My biggest goal for this year was to discover new authors Scott Warren is a new one for me. The cover, while interesting it was the synopsis that made me say “why not”, as in give this book a try. Also, seeing the genre humorous fantasy gave me intrigue as I had never read or seen a book in that genre before. Being a gamer as well as a big bibliophile, I found that the game Neverwinter kept coming to mind while reading this book.
Paladins, no matter the race, are great warriors, fighting for their gods and continuously earning their grace and power. A great deal is known about paladins’ great deeds and victories over evil or darkness, but what happens to those that lose their grace, their power. Disappearing from history the author finds a way to fill in the blanks of history in this world. Marluck is a half-orc, who was a great paladin until the day he lost his powers. Lost and searching for purpose the newest oathbreaker finds a group of his fellow ex-holy warriors. An unfair punishment Marluck would do anything to get the “divinity” back that was taken from him, to return to the good sides of the goddesses. Hearing of possibilities to get back what he had lost Marluck will stop at nothing to reach his goals.
Will Marluck and his little group find a location in time? Is it truly possible to get his “divinity” back, to return to what he was before his fall? From page one I was glad I took a chance on this author and his world. The way the author not only writes but how he builds up the images in your mind of the world they live in. The good, the bad and the hilarious, I found myself smirking at the details. While the characters are not everyday men and women it was interesting to see how relatable the different races are to everyday real-life humans. I was even able to Invision people in my life as the characters bringing a little extra humor to the story personally. This book kept me engaged from start to finish, entrapped in the story and the mystery of how things would work out and come to an end. I hope to see more books set in this world and I will certainly be going back and looking through the authors’ other works just to read more of this talented author’s work.

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Tonya Merritt

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-ReturnOscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story. Not only does it tell children what happens with strays but it also teaches them how to save the cats from reproducing too many offspring. This is a sweet tale of stray cats and what should be done to help save their lives. I also learned something new with the ear clipping.

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Complicated Choices by Risa Nyman – Review by Katie Kearney

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

This story took me by surprise a bit. This story will truly have you on a wide spectrum of emotions while the main character Claire deals with some heavy stuff. But Claire is an amazing main character and I instantly felt the connection she brought to the storyline. This is my first time reading this author and I definitely wasn’t disappointed. This author knows how to get you so draw into a story that the real world disappears. I felt every emotion written into this story so easily. It’s well written with great characters. Five stars all the way and highly recommended.

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Candida Hopper

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Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend's Older Sister Forbidden Romance (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2)Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Older Sister Forbidden Romance by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was thoroughly enjoyable. This was an intriguing story that kept me glued to the pages. At a young age Jude had been through some horrific things. The trauma Jude has lived through has made his anxiety and panic attacks debilitating at times. Angie has always had a special place in her heart for Jude ever since the day she met him while he was sitting in the closet with her sister Allie. Jude has always felt something for Angie as well since the day they meant. There is an age difference between these two but that’s not the only obstacle, Angie is a Hawke and Jude doesn’t feel like he is good enough for them or to be with Angie. This story is an emotional read and has a lot of great characters. This is a great series and this book is another great one added to it. I look forward to reading the next book in the series. I highly recommend this book.

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Kiana Corley

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

This was a great book. The plot was very well developed and thought out.

This book follows the story of Ava and Matthias. Ava is a bubbly young woman who enjoys the small things in life. Especially when it involves being around one of her best friends. Matthias is a man who walks around like he hates the world. He has a lot of pressure to be the best and follow a plan that was laid out for him.

Matthias and Ava have known each other for Ava’s entire life. Ava has always wondered what she did to anger the eldest King brother. Little did she know it would take one snowstorm and two days to find out what she had done to anger him. After thinking she figured him out everything changes at the drop of a hat.

Five years later and they are back in the same boat as before. Ava not knowing what she did and is being treated cruelly by Matthias.

What made Matthias start hating her again? Does time change people? Will they work through their problems or will this last fight keep them apart?

Read to find out what happens with Matthias and Ava. Have some water on hand to handle the heat between these two.

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Love, Only Better (Bold Journeys Book 1) by Paulette Stout – Review by Ashley Mertz

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Love, Only BetterLove, Only Better by Paulette Stout
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love, Only Better by Paulette Stout is available now in eBook and Physical Book
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Love, Only Better is the first installment of the Bold Journey’s series. In this novel we meet Rebecca and Kyle. Rebecca doesn’t know how to succeed in the bedroom. Everything is all wrong until she meets Kyle. With the help of a doctor and a trial she is skeptical but willing to try anything to get this right. This was my first time reading a book so highly focused on a female’s concern of lacking in the bedroom. At times I found it very interesting, I may have even learned a thing or two. But at times it was a bit much for me. I love the chemistry between Kyle and Rebecca. I think Kyle won book boyfriend of the year in my eyes. I would love to have read more about Kyle and Rebecca’s relationship and less about the female issues. Despite this, I would not hesitate to recommend this book to a friend. I look forward to reading more written by this author in the future.

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Leaving No Traces (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Tanya Wall, August 2023

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Leaving No Traces (Commissario Scala #5)Leaving No Traces by P. J. Mann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I do like a good thriller or mystery that keeps me guessing until the end. It isn’t my first genre of choice, but I did enjoy this book, which is a 5th book in a series. You gotta love a detective that loves coffee, food and figuring out the answer to a “who done it…” He wants to find the murderer while protecting the witness and not getting himself killed along the way. This story is engaging and has characters that are mostly fun to get to know. While you may not have read books 1-4, you can definitely get into book 5 without a hitch.

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Leaving No Traces (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Darla Yocom

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Leaving No Traces (Commissario Scala #5)Leaving No Traces by P. J. Mann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This installment of the author’s A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome Series is a brilliant read. I’ll admit that I have not read the previous books in this series but will check them out now that I’ve seen how incredibly written this one was.

I’m an avid fan of mysteries and this title does not disappoint. You are almost immediately thrown into a thrilling case following the disappearance of a woman who was having not only one affair, but two. Somehow she managed both but received a message to end the affair. A classic whodunit ensues and after an extensive investigation, a lot more was uncovered than expected.

This was a page turner from the very beginning. I really enjoyed it although it did not need as much of the twists and turns as was provided.

I enjoyed the cover art as well. While I’ve never been to Italy, some of the imagery describes what I would expect of its gorgeous atmosphere.

I give this title 4 out of 5 stars. I cannot wait to read more from this series and the author.

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The Secret Humankind (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Book 1) by Gloria Oliver – Review by Heather Goodman

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The Secret Humankind: An Urban Fantasy Thriller (The Discoveries of Julia Xero Book 1)The Secret Humankind: An Urban Fantasy Thriller by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book caught me off guard in a good way. When I first opened it up I figured it would be like every other supernatural book but it is so much more. It has action, suspense, friendship, and a dose of reality. It draws you in and then you are done so fast and wanting more. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series to see what happens to Julia.

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Helen Dawkins

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2)Marked Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book two in the Protector Wolf Shifter Series. It begins at the exact moment book 1 ends.

Kodiak and Tamaska are both still actively looking for the stolen Blood Opal. Tamaska wants absolutely nothing to do with Kodiak, but she can’t deny the pull she has towards him. Kodiak tries to protect her as much as possible, but it seems to be an impossible task. Their relationship is a forbidden love.

I think the characters in this book are a little bit more tolerable than they were in book 1. I do think this book is definitely better than book 1, and I am eager to read book 3.

Tamaska puts herself in more harm’s way (The Vampires) and Kodiak is having to answer to the pack.

What makes Tamaska so special that the vampires keep coming for her? Will they be able to put away their fears and succumb to their intense connection? Even if they embrace their relationship, will the pack accept her?

I recommend reading this series, but the characters put a damper on the storyline for me. I will continue to read to finish the storyline!

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Helen Dawkins

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Protector Wolf Shifter Series.

It is in dual POV of the two main characters, Tamaska and Kodiak.

Tamaska is a woman who is on the path to success. She is an event coordinator, and the auction of the Blood Opal may be her ticket to her own company.

Kodiak is the beta in the Wolf Shifter Pack. The pack is having to learn how to adapt to modern times. They have created the Shadow Protection company to earn an income as security. In addition to their modern job, they are meant to protect all humans. Everything had been smooth with the vampires, or was it all a smoke screen?

Kodiak and his team were last-minute security added to Tamaska’s event. Immediately, they had a strong distaste for each other, but neither could deny the immense attraction. During the event, Kodiak notices the presence of vampires. While his sole duty was to stand guard at the glass case, he left his post for a mere second in order to save Tamaska, who was drugged by a vampire.

Will they get the blood opal back? Is it even possible for a relationship to blossom between Kodiak and Tamaska? One is a wolf shifter who hates humans, and the other is a human who hates dogs.

What is so special about the blood opal that makes everyone want it so badly?

I love the storyline and plot. It is a wonderful mystery of who is lying, who is on whose side, and ultimately what is everyone’s motives. The heated scenes with Tamaska and Kodiak are amazing.

With saying all of that, I strongly dislike ALL of the characters…. they are all insanely immature and slightly annoying. I completely understand the push/pull dynamic with Tamaska and Kodiak, but when it is explaining their thoughts, they are very whiny and sometimes don’t even make any sense. The entire Shifter pack I dislike as well. It seems that literally none of them care for each other.

I will continue to read the next book because of the storyline, and I hope the characters get better along the way.

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Amber Howard

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2)Marked Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ahhhh okay so excited for this book. Love paranormal romance even more so when it’s forbidden love! Things get super exciting between Kodiak and Tamaska as she tries to wrap her head around Kodiak’s secret and her feelings meanwhile Kodiak is dealing with pack issues. Despite Tamaska’s unease with the supernatural one things for certain, they must get the Blood Opal back. This story was well written, entertaining, and leaves you wanting more. Cannot wait to read book 3.

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend's Older Sister Forbidden Romance (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2)Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Older Sister Forbidden Romance by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Family isn’t just blood, Al. It’s our love for each other. It’s what we’re willing to do for each other that makes us family….” Angelina

Oh this Hawke family, has my heart, even this second generation of Hawkes! I am not sure which Hawke member this title refers to more, Angelina, Jude, or Allie.

So many secrets. The additional trauma each character has gone through adds to their angst. The fear of not being accepted has all three unable to express themselves. Luckily this author doesn’t make the characters or the readers suffer for very long!

Even with the unanswered concerns relating to the family, this was a great story! Can not wait to see what this author brings in the next story!

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Shannon Fowler

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

Sexy as sin King brothers, sweet naive Ava. I love the relationship Ava has with Theo. Being best friends certainly has its advantages to a happy healthy life! While I was reading about them my heart was full, I felt content and peaceful. Enter Matthias. While most of the King family is friendly, helpful, and just plain nice, Matthias is the oldest and by far the meanest, grumpiest, most vial person Ava has ever encountered. She simply cannot understand how he can be related to her best friend Theo. What we don’t know is that they both secretly are attracted to each other. What we also don’t know is why there is so much anger and hostility between them. And while I had warm fuzzies reading about Theo and Ava’s relationship, Matthias and Ava are on a completely different level of explosive. Both angry and sexy! I also did not expect all of the twists this story contains! I can’t say I loved the ending, but I totally loved the story. Looking forward to the rest of the brothers’ stories!

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Manda Kelly

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I Am An Outer Space Alien (I am an Alien)I Am An Outer Space Alien by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute and engaging book. Bright and well illustrated pictures help to guide the story. The story is told from the perspective of a young girl who believes she’s an alien. She feel as though, since she doesn’t like some things that humans like, she isn’t from Earth. She builds a radio to talk to Aliens and ends up meeting one. She learns that the Alien is also looking for her home. And though she can’t do all the things that she can do, and doesn’t like the same foods as her, the Alien decides to stay on earth and be her friend. It’s a cute story, I’d suggest for 5-7 year olds.

Review By: Manda Kelly

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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

I loved the idea of this book as soon as I saw it and knew I had to read it. I was born in the 90s so unfortunately missed out on the 80s and experiencing all the media (music etc.) I love first hand. This book almost made me feel nostalgia that I didn’t even have the ‘right’ to.

This was a brilliant and fun rom com to read with a great plot and wonderful characters, Eric and Blaine. There was plenty of cheese and not in a cringey way – I love a bit of good cheesy fun!

This book reminded me of the enemies-to-lovers, developer enters the scene to destroy a small business Hallmark film. I cannot get enough of these types of films, so I automatically couldn’t put this book down, it absolutely required my full attention!

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3)Rogue Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Protector Wolf Shifter series, and I cannot recommend reading the first two books highly enough. This book follows on from the previous two, so I urge you to read those two before starting this one.

The plot of this one took expected, yet also unexpected turns and I loved every second of it! I won’t give any spoilers but my cold feelings towards Tamaska may have thawed a bit. Kodiak still holds my heart in his hands so I’m not one hundred percent happy with her (no jealousy here at all!).
I love the direction this series has taken improving from the great start book one already was.

Tamaska has improved on me, she’s still headstrong but her eyes seem more open to the realities of the situation.
The world continued to grow in a well-constructed way, giving the feel of being able to step right in and experience the adventures alongside the characters. The plot was set up very well and I adored feeling so immersed in the story.

I’m eyeing up another couple of series by this author to ward off the book/series hangover I currently have!

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2)Marked Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Protector Wolf Shifter series, and I highly recommend that you read the first book as this one follows on from that one.

I loved the first book, but this one is even better. I loved the plot and the character developments a lot. It follows on well from where the last left off. Tamaska is as determined/stubborn and strong as ever and although I felt for her situation, I must say that I still found her attitude infuriating at times. Kodiak has had my heart from book one, so I could be a little bias. Just a tiny bit.
I really felt for Kodiak and his situation, how he must have been feeling. I felt so bad for him but continued rooting for him as he powered through determined. Again, as with the first book, I wanted to knock some sense into them both occasionally, but it just goes to show how immersed I was in the story. I enjoyed the developments with the Blood Opal, the vampires and Kodiak’s pack and I can’t wait to see what happens next!

I’m so glad the third book has been released as I don’t think I would have been able to wait!

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Sharon Funkhouser

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Rogue Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 3)Rogue Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m not sure why I expected this series to only be a three-book series, but I realized about halfway through that the book wasn’t going to wrap up all of the drama created in the first two books, which left me both excited and dismayed!
Tamaska and Kodiak continue their romantic song and dance, now including Tamaska’s desire to be changed into a shifter, and their battle for Alpha dominance (Tamaska is unfamiliar with how to not be the dominant leader in her own life). She seems to repeatedly put herself and Kodiak’s pack into compromising situations, partially due to her own stubbornness, but also because the pack has trouble opening up to an outsider. I’m particularly excited to see what happens in the next installment of the Protector Wolf Shifter Series in relation to further developments of Tamaska’s heritage as well as her future within the pack. Definitely a fun read!

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Candice Estes

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Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend's Older Sister Forbidden Romance (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2)Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Older Sister Forbidden Romance by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is book 2 in the series, but can definitely be read as a standalone, though I don’t think you will want to. Jude had a rough childhood until he was found and adopted by the Hawke family. He slowly, but surely, learns how to be a part of a family, but still keeps the family at arm’s length. Angelina is 12 years older than Jude, and the older sister of his best friend, Allie, another Hawke family member who upon meeting him for the first time, helps him through the panic and the rough adjustment of being in their family. Then, suddenly Jude locks himself in his second story loft, and quits showing up or even going outside at all. Nobody is sure what caused the change, until he explains that one of the people whom made his young life so hard had suddenly reappeared in a place where he didn’t expect him to be and it caused him to retreat to what he felt was safety. When Angelina and Jude are forced to spend time together one-on-one due to Allie becoming unpredictable, they finally let down their guard and allow their feelings to flow, without fear of protecting themselves, the sparks fly.

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Kerry Baker

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Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-ReturnOscar and Emmy Gain a Friend: A Story About Trap-Neuter-Return by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a wonderful and well written book that touches on a subject that isn’t really discussed, especially amongst kids. The author navigates what could be a difficult topic with such ease and does so in a fun and engaging way. It was nice to pick up this book after reading the first one and my kids enjoyed it all the more.
From an adult perspective, this book was more emotional that I expected. I think I enjoyed this book just as much as my 2 kids did. We have read this book multiple times already and I am sure we will be reading it many times more.

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The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 1) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 1)The Silent Woodsman by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Silent Woodsman had me on my toes for quite a while! Almost the whole book I wasn’t sure what was going to happen. I kept hoping Ali would find her way back to her woodsman somehow, but man was it hopeless!! Ali was told that her brother was killed in an explosion, but she refuses to believe it. She FEELS that her twin is still alive and out there somewhere. In an attempt to get a sign from him, she goes for a hike in the rainforest. They loved to hike together, so she finds a fitting area to hike. Getting trapped in a sudden storm she seeks shelter in the only random remote cabin around. Fortunately for her JJ (Joe) isn’t an ax murderer who has people cut up in the walls! Unfortunately for them both though, JJ can’t speak due to his vocal chores healing and being under orders to completely rest his voice. Trapped together for a couple days with only paper and pen, charades, and facial expressions to communicate the two get a little closer. Ali is the main speaker, but JJ keeps his identity a secret and with much regret he never tells her who he is. She leaves back to her life after an unforgettable kiss and he slowly gets back to his own as well. He searches for her, calling every coffee shop he can, but never finds her. She dreams of him, but knows it’s hopeless with only knowing his nickname JJ. When she runs into his double she has a spark of hope, but it’s quickly dashed away. Can either of them move on? Will they forever pine for the one who got away? There are a few twists that will have you wondering how this book will end, but I don’t want to give an hints. Very up and down with the storyline that will keep you guessing. You just have to read it yourself to see how it ends though!! I can’t wait to read the 2nd book to the series soon, which is about her twin brother!!

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Firewall by Jessica Mehring – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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FirewallFirewall by Jessica Mehring
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Imagine working hard and earning the IT security job you now have. Then being a woman you have to work much harder. Now you have a CTO and CEO who thinks you’re a joke. That is where Veronica Clark finds herself one unforgettable day. She has had a bad day and it will only get worse. Then there is Cara’s brother Angus, who has worked hard to make fire chief. Checking in on Veronica has just added more problems to their lives. They are in the fight of their lives. Can they survive? Will they find romance? This is an outstanding romance with plenty of suspense. Another new author for me and I am pleased I gave this book a chance. It is fast paced as well as engaging. I could not put it down. I feel the strong characters are perfectly matched in this romance. Great story!!! This is one worth reading. Hope you enjoy it as much as I have. Looking forward to reading more from this author.

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Conversations with the Tarot by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Maisie Dickinson

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Conversations with the Tarot: Bewitching Meditations on Reading the CardsConversations with the Tarot: Bewitching Meditations on Reading the Cards by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Conversations with the Tarot is a series of poems representing each card Maria DeBlassie pulls from her collection. I like how she’s able to see a positive perspective in each of the cards and how both the poems and the insights are so beautiful and useful and I have saved a lot of them to look back on in future. My favourite card was The Chariot Upright. I recommend this book because it’s interesting, insightful, relatable, and beautiful. I found it very useful as an introduction to tarot. ‘I’m dizzy with the wanting.’

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Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Katie Kearney

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

I went into this story kinda expecting to know how it goes. I don’t mean that in a mean way just you know a regular feel for how everything may play out but this author definitely took me by surprise. Matthias and Ava will probably always hold a piece of my heart. From page one I was hooked even though Matthias definitely had me giving him the stink eye for a bit. Ava is sweet and so easy to connect with, you can’t help but love her character. This book truly gave me all the feelings. It’s well written and had me completely hooked. Five stars all the way and highly recommended!!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Kerry Carr

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

I really enjoyed this enemies to lovers rom-com. The author did an amazing job with this book with added elements that makes it stand apart from other enemies to lovers stories. The characters were well written and relatable and you feel totally invested in their story. The connection between Blaine and Eric was interesting to watch grow and develop. But for me the main thing i adored was the flash back to the 80s. There was so much nostalgia that it made me want to get my leg warmers out and neon bangles out. This story made me smile, and laugh out loud in parts. I love the fight and determination Blaine has to save her store and her mother’s legacy.

Blaine has a very unique store in a shopping mall. Her story in my dream place as it sells everything you can imagine from the 80s. From toys and games to fashion and music Blaines store has it all. It was passed down to her after her mother passed away and she is determined to make it successful. It goes well until the shopping mall is sold to a construction company who wants to redevelop the area and that means moving Blaines shop.
When Blaine makes a bet with Eric (the son of the development company) does she stand any chance of saving her store? And if she wins what will that mean for Eric? Can he really pick her over the demands of his family? Could Blaine actually be the one to show him there is more to life than work? What happens as they spend time together and their connection grows.
This was such a sweet funny nostalgic story that I loved every second of it.

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