Wicked Ends: A Dark College Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Series, Book 8 ) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Christine Baranek

Wicked Ends (Hidden Valley Elite #8)Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wicked Ends
By: Isla Vaughn

Each and every book in the Hidden Valley Elite Series has been better than the last. The series finale is absolutely no different, it was the absolute best that I read and I hate that it was the last in the series. I have grown to love this series and really don’t want that to end. This story also wraps up the story of Winter and Shane. Their story is so complicated and filled with twists and turns. I really do not want to reveal much, other than to say that this is the most fantastic book in the series by far. I definitely am sad to see it end, but I will be sending more and more readers to it. It is that kind of book!

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Porter and Midge (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Tori Mitton

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/198192753-porter-and-midge” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1695051094l/198192753._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/198192753-porter-and-midge”>Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety: A Kid’s Guide to Safe Dog Interactions</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/29768385.Giselle_Nevada”>Giselle Nevada</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6071349572″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Cute book. Teaches kids to let their dogs enjoy play time. Ways to help stimulate them by playing hide and seek with foods and treats. Shows you how to let your dog guide you way when out and about. We really enjoyed this book.<br />
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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Christine Baranek

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dangerous Rhythm
By: C.R. Alam

This is a fantastic addition to the Echo Series. In this story, we see Curtis who has run into some trouble and needs protection. He also happens to be the guitarist of a famous band. Lina happens to work for private security now, but has a military past. Lina and Curtis have some chemistry between them so when they have to flee together it makes their chemistry become hard to deny. But they both have issues that will keep them from acting on it.
This author does a fantastic job in developing the characters and making the suspense and tension completely palpable. Curtis becomes a much more realistic and likable character and I enjoyed watching Lina soften up around Curtis. The chemistry between them jumps off the page and the author pairs this with fantastic suspense. I definitely recommend picking this book up!

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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Tori Mitton

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199026590-dangerous-rhythm” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1696362219l/199026590._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/199026590-dangerous-rhythm”>Dangerous Rhythm</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18542723.C_R_Alam”>C.R. Alam</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6071333137″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Lina is retired military, but does private security. She ends up being a body guard for Canis Major. When Curtis the lead of the band runs into trouble with the mafia, he needs help from Lina.<br />Lina and Curtis have known each other for sometime since she has worked with the band before. Lina and Curtis end up having to go on the run from the mafia, but they can’t keep their crush from each other anymore. This was another great read!! It was super fast paced and enjoyable from the start!
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A Journey for Dorothy (The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride Series) by P. Creeden – Review by Devon Pulliam

A Journey for Dorothy (The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride #8)A Journey for Dorothy by P. Creeden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a sweet story. It shows that you can learn to love someone. That being totally selfless is possible. That when times are hard you have to rely on your people. I found myself immersed into this story and wanting more.

We follow the journey of Dorothy as she travels from Va on to the Oregon Trail, in hopes to meet up with her sister. Dorothy is a widow and shortly into her journey she is faced with decisions she didn’t think she’d have to make again. She didn’t want to make them again. This is where we see how times have changed for traveling as a woman. But back then it was rough going and not ideal, let alone advised for a woman to travel alone.

Elias is a man of God and is about to travel West to bring the word of God to as many people as he can. When a dire situation leaves him with no funds and no way to continue his travel. That is until Dorothy saves him, in more than one way.

Read this story to find out how they save one another.

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Santana Hicks

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kasper is a crime boss set on taking down and then merging the two crime families as one with him as leader. He goes to stay at a cabin for a bit to hide out until things cool down. When a strange man who is purple with chartreuse eyes shows up, Kasper has no idea if he was sent by the families or if he is the alien he claims to be. Aliens aren’t real are they? Clearly this man was sent to be a distraction. Kasper ties him up and decides to keep a close eye on him until he can decide if he is sent to kill him or not.

Leilphun was about to be sent into the arena’s as punishment on his home planet and decides to escape to Earth only to find himself bound by an attractive human named Kasper. Somehow Kasper accidentally betrothed himself to Leilphun and Leilphun decides that he will protect this human. When Kasper’s enemies come to eliminate him, Leilphun is quick to defend Kasper.

Kasper decides that Leilphun is not a threat and decides to go with the flow when it comes to the betrothal. He can’t have any distractions when it comes to his ultimate goal. Too bad he all of a sudden has an alien fiance.

I have said this before and I will say it again. I love Naomi Valkyrie! Their writing is so unique that I love everything they have written. The author always provides a unique plot with unheard of character romance that you can’t help but fall in love with everything written. The book is a very quick read but is packed full of action. I highly recommend it!

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It’s crazy how love captivates us. This book proves that if you’re meant to be with someone despite odds we will find a way. Despite Sasha running away Jay gives her time and then finds her. Sasha’s twin Marenah ends up being in a relationship with Matt. Jay’s coworker and friend.

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Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets #2)Auctioned Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love this series. Can’t express it enough. Being introduced to the first book had me addicted to this series. I like the romance. There jobs are so dangerous.

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Recipe For Revenge (An April May Cozy Mystery Book 2) by Hazel Smith – Review by Sheri Schrader

Recipe For Revenge: An Unputdownable Small Town Cozy Murder Mystery (An April May Cozy Mystery Book Book 2)Recipe For Revenge: An Unputdownable Small Town Cozy Murder Mystery by Hazel Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Recipe For Revenge: An Unputdownable Small Town Cozy Murder Mystery is the second book in the An April May Cozy Mystery Book series. I read this before the previous book, and it holds up fairly well as a standalone. I was missing some details and insight into April May, but I did not feel lost in the plot. This is a small-town cozy mystery with a cast of fun characters. I enjoyed getting to know April May, her dog, and reading about her blossoming relationship. She gets into some dangerous situations but figures her way out. I won’t give details about the plot because nothing is worse than spoilers, especially with a murder mystery. I recently read a different book by this author and thought I would check out a different series. I enjoyed the characters and the plot. I will keep an eye out for more from this author in the future.

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To Catch An Elf by Debra Parmley- Review by Jules Herbert

To Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter PilotTo Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter Pilot by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This wonderful Author and her descriptive writing and creative storylines always keep me turning page after page while on the edge of my seat. Filled with suspense, action and romance this is a book you have to read! Marcie is house sitting in the mountains which she thinks is going to be a simple thing but soon learns it is anything but! I won’t say to much more so as not to give anything away. Just get reading about Marcie and Ted, you won’t regret it.

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jules Herbert

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The fact that author Naomi Valkyrie wrote The Alien and The Crime Boss was all I needed to see to know I had to read this book. I always enjoy her work and this one definitely did not disappoint! I loved absolutely everything about Leilphun and Kasper and of course their story. It was original and had me hooked from start to finish. do yourself a huge favour and grab it today!

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Nichole Chrisman

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Alien and The Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie is a MM romance involving an exiled alien who is captured by a mafia crime boss. This mafia boss has just set the two biggest families against each other in an attempt to take over. In finding each other they find a bigger reason to live, not just to survive but thrive! This was a wonderful book! It is MM so if you’re not into it look else where but if you are, one click now!

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Jade: Hidden Scars: A Forbidden Age-Gap Romance (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Kerry Carr

Hidden Scars (Jade #1)Hidden Scars by A. Akinosho
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Jade series. And wow what a read. This book has so many elements that I love in a romance. It had a strong alpha male, attraction that is off the charts, 2 Wounded souls desperately trying to heal, there is a bit of a forbidden element as well as Naseer is from a wealthy background and Jade is from the opposite but they work so well together.
This is Jade and Naseers story.
Naseer is a rich and popular alpha male, he has the world at his feet, he could date any woman he wanted and his life was on a upward track that is until a accident left him trapped in a bed. His life was spiraling out of control and he was contemplating not wanting to be here anymore that is until he meets Jade.

Jade is going through a traumatic time at the moment. With the loss of her parents she is struggling to find her way in her new life and new school. Struggling with grief and finding a way to work through it the last thing she wanted or expected was to find love and especially not with someone who is as horrible, moody and self centered as Naseer is.

These two people are just 2 broken souls each dealing with their own traumas and the effects that is having in their life’s but what is so beautiful is how much more peace they feel when they are together.
This is a beautiful moving story filled with ups and downs, highs and lows as they both come to terms with their new lives and what it actually means for them. With all the odds stacked against them do they even stand a chance?
I can’t wait to see how this series will progress and how the the relationship between Naseer and Jade changes and develops.

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a good mafia character, so was looking forward to reading this.
I thought this was an original concept and I was invested beginning to end. I enjoyed the story running in the background as well, not just the romance blossoming between Leilphun and Kasper, it added more depth and complexity to the story and was another point of interest. It’s now one of my favourites this genre.
I enjoyed experiencing Leilphun and Kasper coming together, learning each other’s mannerisms and coming into their own. I especially loved Leilphun’s character development, it was great to see him really come into his own as a warrior in his desire to defend and protect Kasper.

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Carr

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Naomi is definately a favourite author of mine and I have read lots of her work. What I particularly loved about this story is the fact that I wasn’t sure how it was going to turn out. This is a M/M romance and there was danger from the beginning from the crime bosses fighting for control, and also the danger of Leilphun being in a world that for an alien being could be really unsafe if he gets with the wrong people. For a time i was concerned that Kasper was just going to use Leilphun for his abilities and help further his fight to take over the criminal underworld. But as the story progressed it was easy to see that there was more between them, especially with how Leilphun channelled his warrior to protect Kasper.
I don’t want to give too much away but it is a story that gripped me from the beginning and didn’t let go.

It is another great captivating read from one of my favourite authors. I have never read a book that I haven’t enjoyed.

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an author that I have read all of her books and loved each one. Her writing style is such that she brings life to the story and her characters just pop. This book is no different and among my favorites. This is a well written fantasy story that has romance and has a touch of suspense. A story where the characters question their worth and if they are worthy. I enjoyed these characters. They are creative, strong characters that add so much to the story. They made it easy and engaging. A short story that packs a punch and one that I read in one sitting. This is a must read for sure. I enjoyed reading this book and this author. I highly recommend this must read story.

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Children of the Wild (Children of the Wild Series) by Krysta Tawlks – Review by Susan Ratchford

Children of the WildChildren of the Wild by Krysta Tawlks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Children Of The Wild
By: Krysta Tawlks
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars

Absolutely stunning and imaginative! This book felt like a work of art! Children Of The Wild by Krysta Tawlks gave me goosebumps the whole way through. Ethereal and vivid with a whole lot of heart! This bold work of historical fiction will bring you into its world and not let you go until the end! Elbert Dowden is a wonderful protagonist who drives the intense and sometimes painful emotions of the story and is truly unlike anything I’ve read before. I can’t wait to read more from Ms. Tawlks since this amazing read is her debut novel!

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Dreamscape (J.J. Morris Mysteries) by J.N. Sheats – Review by Tausha Treadway

DreamscapeDreamscape by J.N. Sheats
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dreamscape (J.J. Morris Mysteries) by J.N. Sheats. This is the second book of this series and I highly recommend reading them in order. Its the story of Joey and the school she attends. Joey just wants to be a normal college student and after what she went thru learning about the paranormal I don’t blame her. When fires start breaking out on campus and Joey doesn’t think much about it but when she realizes Gwen is investigating she starts to wonder if this is some of the supernatural stuff. More fires are breaking out and Joey is having crazy dreams and she’s not sure what’s going on anymore. This book will grab you by the pants and have you on the edge of your seat the whole time. I loved it! Can be read as a standalone but recommend reading the 1st book to better understand this one!

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The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book 3) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Kerry Baker

The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 3)The Magic Man by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the third in the series and is just as good as the previous books. I loved getting to know a bit more about David and his situation. Watching his connection with Maddie develop was great to see as it felt real and genuine.
The story is well written and has a great pace to it. The author always knows exactly what needs to be done to progress the story. I am really enjoying becoming more familiar with this authors work and cannot wait to discover more. This is a great book that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Baker

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is absolutely fantastic and just what I have come to expect from this talented author. I first read this book when it was released as part of an anthology and when I saw it was being released individually, I had to get it and read it again. This book was just as good for reading the second time and reconnected with the characters immediately. The story is so engaging and exciting to read and I noticed things this time that I missed on my first read through.
This author has such a skill for create detailed, interesting and captivating stories that I am happy to read again and again. I loved this book from the moment I started reading it and it only left me wanting more. I would highly recommend everything this author has ever written to any fan of the genre.

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The Befallen (The Unsung and The Wolf Duology) by Cambria Williams – Review by Tausha Treadway

The BefallenThe Befallen by Cambria Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Befallen (The Unsung and The Wolf Duology) by Cambria Williams. This is a great fantasy read. Its the story of Sloane who has a crippled leg and her hometown has been put under a curse. Everyone is fighting each other and everyone has turned into thieves. She is left with no choice but to leave her home and set off in the world. The young knight, Tolvar, meets Sloane and decides to help her try to find a cure for the curse on her town. Sloane wants nothing more than to do something so that she is known for and not just a cripple. Tolvar wants to become a better man too and with Sloane’s help maybe he can do that. This story has adventure, magic, fantasy and mystery. Such a fun adventure!

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Megan Conley

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoy Naomi Valkyrie’s writing and was excited to get my hands on this one. This is the story of Leilphun, who is exiled from his home planet for standing up for what he believes in, and Kasper, the crime boss who is fighting for what is rightfully his. This is a quick read and definitely feels rushed in places, but I believe that Valkyrie could flush this story out more and really develop the characters and plot line. I really enjoyed this story but wish that it was a little more developed…there is definitely potential here. This is a MM romance and there is allusion to spice, but no direct spiciness. A great read if you are looking to dip your toe in the water of alien romance 😉
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Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Megan Conley

Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie's Grotto)Nessie and the Living Stone by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a chapter book, but don’t let that deter you from picking it up for your kiddos. It’s a fabulous read-along for littles or a great read for your older kids to read themselves. It’s filled with underwater adventure, finding magic stones, and the Loch Ness monster. As always, Wickstrom weaves important life lessons into her stories for kids to learn and adults to remember. While there aren’t as many illustrations in this book, the ones that are, are fabulously done. This is a great read.
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Tropic Heat (Flamingo Island Series) by C.A. King – Review by Megan Conley

Tropic HeatTropic Heat by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a fun, quick read to take you away from cold winter days to the warm tropics. Don’t let the novella size fool you though, this story is packed full of twists, turns, and the unexpected! I’m a huge fan of C.A. King and she didn’t disappoint with this read! You could easily binge this in one sitting. Daniel is left at the alter with a pair on non-refundable honeymoon tickets that he doesn’t know what to do with. But his best friend Joey does, they are going to take that vacation and have a good time. However, unexpected things happen and things are discovered. Enjoy!

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The Befallen (The Unsung and The Wolf Duology) by Cambria Williams – Review by Amelia Stansell

The BefallenThe Befallen by Cambria Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was really good. Sloane, is a sheltered girl. A lot of people think she cannot do much because she has a disabled leg. She is more than ready to prove herself. The Befallen has killed everyone in her village. She is determined to be the one that defeats him. She teams up with a grump knight, Tolvar. He is reluctant at first to let her join. Together they discover things about the Befallen. Can they defeat him together?

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Knight In Peril (A Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery) by Alice Bienia – Review by Amelia Stansell

Knight In Peril (A Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery #6)Knight In Peril by Alice Bienia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book great! It is book six of the series. Jorja, who is a PI, arrives in Istanbul. She immediately knows something is wrong. Her best friend, Gabriella, isn’t at the airport to pick her up and nobody has seen her around. Jorja races to find her in a world that accepts bribes to keep quiet. Does she find her in time?

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Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Shelly Kittell

Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie's Grotto)Nessie and the Living Stone by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this childrens story to be entertaining. I read it to my grandson at bedtime and we had some nice conversations over the adventures of the children and Nessie. The author always has some wonderful lessons to be learned in the story. This was a different story than we were used to reading from this author previously yet we enjoyed it very much. My grandson loved hearing about the Loch Ness Monster after the story and talking about Nessie. He has a big imagination and this author’s story always help kick his imagination into gear even more. I was not aware that there are two to this book. We’ll have to go back and read the other.

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Shelly Kittell

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Alien & Crime Boss was a surprising story. A M/M romance that has the alien busting out his inner warrior to protect the crime boss who has found him. I can’t give away too much but it’s a story full of drama, adventure and some out-of-this world romance. These two go through a lot right from the beginning. It’s very interesting to watch this relationship develop because the characters are really from two different worlds. We get to watch them learn what love really is. It’s a good book for those interested in this trope.

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Alien & the Crime BossThe Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Naomi Valkyries new book The Alien & The Crime Boss is a MM alien mafia romance tale. It also features as one of the stories in the anthology Aliens on Earth which is a limited-edition 12 book romance collection by many wonderful new and USA Today bestselling authors.
I have read every one of Naomi’s books and there is not one that I have not loved. I love the quirky characters and I enjoy the different stories that Naomi comes up with this is one of my favourites.
Leilphun is alone and on the run and walking into a brand-new world was safer than staying. Although Earth welcome wagon is not what he expected. Will his rescuer be his ruin or his salvation?
Kasper wants to take over and watching the war means he is on track he just must wait it out. What he didn’t count on was the man he found in the ravine. What he didn’t know was his actions had changed his life.
Well worth the read.
Do yourself a favour and start reading her work today.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Jenni Bishop

Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie's Grotto)Nessie and the Living Stone by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nessie and the Living Stone is full of magic and wonder. There is much in this book that is different to some of Lois’s other books but there is still the underlying messages and teaching. I really liked the way the cover of this book caught my attention as did the beautiful illustrations.
With monsters, precious stones, interesting symbols and ideals for children to learn from this is a wonderful and fun read for children of any age.
It was fun to sit and reminisce about my time sitting and looking out over Loch Ness to see if Nessie would show herself.
Read along as the children in this story got much more than they bargained for when on the hunt for Nessie.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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