Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3) by Rob Bates – Review by Nina Maes

Great read, full of suspense and mystery. This one will draw you in capture you to the very end. This is a book in a series but can be read as stand alone. I recommend this to all readers; you will not be disappointed.

Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3)Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Great read, full of suspense and mystery. This one will draw you in capture you to the very end. This is a book in a series but can be read as stand alone. I recommend this to all readers; you will not be disappointed.

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Woman Unbroken by Alexandra Fleder – Review by Megan Pesek

Woman UnbrokenWoman Unbroken by Alexandra Fleder
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Devorah has had more than enough trauma to last a lifetime. After leaving her abusive husband she is on a mission, albeit not too quickly, to regain control of herself and her life.
Woman Unbroken was an emotional read. The main character, Devorah, was easy to like and relate to. I love that in seeking a new life Devorah didn’t take the easy route. The author did a great job truly making this a story of rediscover and working through the tough stuff.

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Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Trisha Cargile

Unclutter: A Survivor's Story (Inner Voice, #1)Unclutter: A Survivor’s Story by Winnie D. Pagora
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While I don’t get triggered by much, I have had a past that aligns closely with this read, and this book helped unpacked some pent up emotions for sure. The story of this young, teenager girl in this book followed down a path that I know personally, and a path that way too many people have to follow. This is a strong, well-written book that sincerely sheds just a glimmer of light on way to common situations, from sexual abuse to therapy afterwards and even getting a life back on track after multiple ‘failures’. Read this book with caution and with an open mind, someone you know and love may have these paths that they fight and you have no idea about it (another too common issue).

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The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Christine Baranek

The Christmas EscapeThe Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Christmas Escape
By: Belinda Williams

This is such a fun holiday read. I enjoyed each and every second of it. I loved that the main character is in Australia because it definitely challenged for me what a holiday read consists of. I’m used to snowy backdrops to my holiday story. In this book we trade this for surf and sand. Lizzy and Jaz are wonderful characters and their chance meeting is truly enchanting. It definitely looks at the question of can a vacation fling last? These characters are so enchanting and really feel like your friends. I loved this fast romance and I definitely recommend picking this book up!

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Lottery of Secrets by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Christine Baranek

Lottery of SecretsLottery of Secrets by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lottery of Secrets
By: Nadija Mujagic

This is such a good book! I will say that I was left with a lot of unanswered questions. I am hoping that there is more to come and everything will fall into place.
This book ends on a cliff hanger but it ends in such away that there is some semblance of closure for a first book. This book moves very quickly and definitely kept me wanting more.
I love the concept for this book. It explores the concept of being careful what you wish for. I mean I don’t know what person doesn’t wish to win the lottery. This book explores the dark side of this reality. It takes you on a roller coaster of an adventure where you definitely are guessing at every turn. I recommend reading this one and cannot wait to read the next book!

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Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3) by Rob Bates – Review by Ashley Sugar

Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3)Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an enjoyable fun mystery this read was! The suspense and humor kept me engaged throughout the entire thing. I couldn’t put it down because I needed to know what happens next. Very entertaining and loved the characters and story.

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Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3) by Rob Bates – Review by Jamie Truex

Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3)Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by this author. It was a pretty good mystery. Mimi works with her father, who owns a jewelry store. An old friend of hers brings in a large diamond that she’s trying very hard to get rid of. She says it’s cursed but Mimi and her father don’t believe in curses. Right? If you like reading mysteries then I would recommend this book. It will keep you guessing.

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Fractured Hearts-Prospect (Grimm Wolves MC Book 7) by D.M. Earl – Review by Christine Baranek

Fractured Hearts-Prospect (Grimm Wolves MC Book 7)Fractured Hearts-Prospect by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fractured Hearts – Prospect
By: D.M. Earl

D.M. Earl knows how to weave a fantastic story. This is the seventh book in the Grimm Wolves MC series. Although it is part of the series it definitely functions as a standalone and I definitely recommend picking up this or another one of this series to introduce yourself to the MC. D.M. Earl creates a fantastic fast paced book that sucks you in from the very first sentence until the end. And to me they always leave wanting more and wanting more of a follow up of what happens to the Main Character and this story is no different. Frank (Dingo) is amazing he is definitely a protector. Celee is the type of character the D.M. Earl always creates a female with a plan who is not a damsel in distress. She is in distress but she is not a damsel and she has her own plan. She meets Dingo online and he is willing to forgo everything he loves to protect her. But in following his heart with Celee he is risking dager to the Grimm Wolves who have become his family. However, his family will not turn their back on him or Celee. This story shows the healing power of love as well as what family really means. I cannot express how much I love this story. Once again, D.M. Earl delivers on a fantastic book that I am so glad that I have read. I will definitely recommend this book to everyone as well as anxiously await the next book about one of the Grimm Wolves.

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Whisper Creek (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Kimberly Filer

Whisper Creek (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 7)Whisper Creek by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It seems as if trouble follows Logan McKenna around wherever she goes. While visiting the Oregon coast to check in with the school that she’s partnering with, she finds a dead body. Another one. It seems as though Logan attracts all the dead bodies. Then to make matters worse, the police’s number one suspect is someone from the school. Logan is set to prove that their friend could not have committed the crime no matter what evidence they “tie to him”. In another can’t put down book, Logan is racing against time to try and figure out what exactly happened and who did it.

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Aranza

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 1) by April Moran

3.5 out of 5 stars

This book is extremely dark and with a lot of very triggering subjects. I enjoyed this book but was a little frustrated with Kingston and Ava’s relationship multiple times. King is someone who had a rough life and took the wrong path in life and Ava is the typical good girl that also had a difficult life after the dead of her parents. This is definitely a book for those who love very dark SMUT. I can’t wait to read the next book. Please make sure to read trigger warnings.

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To Catch An Elf by Debra Parmley – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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

This has to be the Everything story of the year! I loved it! Marcie has been hired to dog sit a King Charles Spaniel. Easy right? Wrong, she not only cares for the dog. She also has to take pictures of the antique elf doing different crazy things. Send it in to the contest and remember to keep track of events. Again, easy? Nope, she meets Ted Barrett, an Air Force Pilot. That is where things heat up as romance is in the air. Until Marcie goes missing. Will Ted find her in time?That is all I am going to say about this incredible story. The author has written a rollercoaster of suspense and romance. The characters are funny as well as serious, they sure kept me intrigued. I had to keep turning pages as I could not put it down. There is so much to discover in this story. I hope you enjoy it as well.

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Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3) by Rob Bates – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3)Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mimi Rosen’s family is in the diamond business. When her father purchases a “cursed” diamond, Mimi and her father are doubtful. But as things begin happening to everyone who has been involved with the diamond, Mimi starts to believe the diamond really is cursed. This was an interesting mystery that kept me reading to the end.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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Dark Moon Secrets (The Witch Moon Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Santana Hicks

Dark Moon Secrets (Witch Moon #1)Dark Moon Secrets by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tanjie befriends an older woman in her apartment building and becomes close. When the woman died, she left strict instructions and a bookshop to Tanjie in her will. Tanjie has no intention of running this bookshop in the middle of nowhere but the rules state she must run the shop for a year before she is to make any decisions about the shop.

Tanjie makes her way to the town with hopes of staying 2 weeks max but destiny has another plan. Almost instantly an accident happens rendering her car and only escape useless for the time being. It seems as if someone or something is making her stay in this strange town. She meets Luna who is the current caretaker of the shop and finds out that Tanjie is actually an untrained witch who was prophesied to make a difference in the coven.

Alaric is the son of the Alpha of the Dark Moon pack, he is mysterious and sexy but also a bit of a wildcard within the pack. He always has to prove himself to his father but it’s never enough. When Al meets Tanjie he can’t help but instantly be attracted to her. A wolf shifter and a witch? Forbidden! He can’t seem to get her out of his mind and keeps finding ways to go back to her. If they are caught, it could ruin both of their futures within their respective groups.

I read another series from this author and really enjoyed it so when I saw this book, I knew I had to read it! This author does a really good job writing paranormal romances. They write each character in such detail that you can immerse yourself and become one with the character. The author also does a fantastic job describing the world so you get a feel of what life is like. With some steamy romance, detailed enough for intrigue but vague enough to not be crude, you are in for a treat.

I cannot wait for the second book of the series!

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Carrie’s Flight (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Carrie's Flight (Grandma's Closet)Carrie’s Flight by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Enjoyable and cute story that takes you on a journey filled high in the sky with Carrie. I know I would love to fly and have my very own pair of wings. When Carrie finds a box of feathers in her house that her grandma left, what can happen when you do have your own very pair of wings? Trying so hard and wanting to be with the starlings….Carrie takes flight.

Wonderful story that can be enjoyed at any age. My great nieces, great nephew and I always look forward to Lois’ stories.

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Triple Trouble at Amberwood (The Amberwood Hall Ballet School Series) by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Triple Trouble at Amberwood: Book Four in your favourite middle-grade haunted ballet school... (Amberwood Hall Ballet School 4)Triple Trouble at Amberwood: Book Four in your favourite middle-grade haunted ballet school… by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A fun and enjoyable story aimed at pre-teen age readers, however, as an adult I also thoroughly enjoyed the storyline. It’s part of the ‘Amberwood Hall Ballet School series, about a haunted ballet school. The fearless heroine of the series Lauren just wants to help a new ghost in town, but her act of kindness puts all the ghosts in danger. As she tries to put things right, amongst the strange happenings at the school her friendship with Grace is tested and she gets closer to Jay. Lauren must find out who is causing all the mischief and stop them, however she is torn between her loyalty to her ghostly best friend and her commitment to saving her school. Meanwhile, there is a prestigious show in the old theatre in the town and Lauren’s important exams are coming up. I loved the main character, Lauren and I found her to be extremely likeable, and I can imagine that she would be very relatable to those in the age range that this book is aimed at. The storyline is full of mystery, ghosts, friendship and pre-teen romance, and generally growing up. A wonderfully written story and an engaging read.

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Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Julie Johnson

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A fun, contemporary read of a modern day fairytale romance between two totally opposite people. However, we all know the saying, opposites attract! When wealthy celebrity heiress Claire meets down-on-his-luck and on his last penny Nick, their worlds collide in ways that no one would ever see coming. Full of drama, a little smidge of humor, and some angst, this book is sure to keep you interested from word one until done!

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Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by La Toya Lewis

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unexpected by Layla Abrams is an opposite attracts, modern-day romance. Claire Morgan is an heiress who is far from the shallow air-head that she lets people believe she is. Nick Holden is a waiter/struggling artist who is about to lose his scholarship. These two feel that they have no future because of their class difference but act on their attraction anyway. Of course, there is more to them than the physical and now they must work backwards to see if they can make things work. I enjoyed this story. This is a reverse situation of the rich /poor dynamic and it is very interesting to see. The characters had great chemistry and it was fun watching them make things work. The inspiration and impact that they had on each other was wonderful. The story is very well-written and I found myself not wanting to put the book down. This was a fun twist on an old fairytale classic dynamic.

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Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3) by Rob Bates – Review by Kerry Carr

Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3)Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in The Diamond District Mystery Series. This is a cosy mystery filled with twists and turns that will keep you guessing from beginning to end.
I read this book without realising it was the 3rd one however it didn’t take away my enjoyment of the story. These books can be read as a standalone however I will be going back to read the first too books in the series.
This is a story based in the world of diamonds, from buying them to selling them and every part in-between. It was a really unique story as I knew little about the process before.
Imparticular we are following 1 diamond that is supposedly cursed but is there such as thing as a cursed diamond?

When the seller of the “cursed” Diamond is found dead the our main character and amateur sleth decides to investigate. Was the diamond really cursed? What will happen to the person who now had possession of the diamond now? Will they suffer the same fate?

This is a story full of twists and turns, secrets and lies, cursed diamonds and a question everyone wants an answer to, who does the diamond belong to? And does it really hold a curse.
Mimi is determined to find out and get to the bottom of the mystery even if it could put her own safety in danger.

I love Mysteries and this was fast paced and engaging. I loved how determined Mimi was to get to the truth and how that determination kept pushing her forwards. Overall it was a really enjoyable mystery.

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Finding the End Zone (Game Time Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kirsten Berkebile

She did it again!!! I absolutely loved this book. Jamaica Winslow is a college junior who normally spends her time with friends and work. She rarely spends her time wondering about the players on campus. It in her Lit class, she meets Callahan O’Reilly (a star football player). He catches her eye and she can’t deny his good looks as well as his charm. Does he feel the same way, only time will tell. I promise that this book is more than just puppy love and fun college times. It brings reality into what could happen to good people when in entitled idiots think that they can mess with their lives and get away with it.

Finding the End ZoneFinding the End Zone by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

She did it again!!! I absolutely loved this book. Jamaica Winslow is a college junior who normally spends her time with friends and work. She rarely spends her time wondering about the players on campus. It in her Lit class, she meets Callahan O’Reilly (a star football player). He catches her eye and she can’t deny his good looks as well as his charm. Does he feel the same way, only time will tell. I promise that this book is more than just puppy love and fun college times. It brings reality into what could happen to good people when in entitled idiots think that they can mess with their lives and get away with it.

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Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by La Toya Lewis

Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines is a story about a woman who has put her life aside to care for her niece and father. When Lela decides that she must ease her family off their dependence on her, she finds out that her niece has run off to Malta with her boyfriend. As she rushes to find her niece she meets child protection lawyer Hamish McGregor. They get off on the wrong foot because Lela thinks that Hamish is one of her father’s henchmen and her enemy. This was a very good story. Reading about Lela’s struggles with her family and her interactions with Hamish was very engaging. Hamish’s determination not to get close to another woman was heartbreaking but completely understanding. The detail in the plot was wonderful. The characters are relatable and I had fun getting to know them. This is a complex story with a lot of heart and passion.

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Maikalani Alexander

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent excellent book. Forbidden / enemy to lover is absolutely exceptional in this book. What would you do when captured by a stunningly gorgeous man, threatened to be sexually taken as repayment for a debt your brother obtained. Struggle as you might mentally but your body is a fierce traitor. But there’s something odd underneath the fear and underneath his the need to conquer could there be more.
Page turning book that left me breathless and needing more

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Knight In Peril (A Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery) by Alice Bienia – Review by Candice Estes

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

This book is part of a series, but can still be read as a standalone, though I doubt you will want to. Jorja Knight is a Private Investigator from Canada who is supposed to meet her friend Gabriella Rizzo in Istanbul for a vacation together. When Jorja arrives, she thinks it’s odd that her friend doesn’t show up to meet her at the airport as planned, but thinks that maybe signals had gotten crossed and goes to their hotel to check in. When she arrives, and Gab’s thinks are already there and look like they have been searched and messed up, Jorja starts to worry. When Gab doesn’t show up the next day, Jorja knows that something is very wrong, and reports her missing to the police who do not take her concerns seriously. Jorja knows that has no jurisdiction in Istanbul to look for Gab, but she knows that something is wrong and she can’t just sit idly by and hope for the best while not knowing where her friend is. When a friend and traveling companion of Gab’s is found no longer alive, Jorja starts to really worry for her friends safety and accidentally makes mistakes with her own safety that ends up getting her to Gab in a dangerous way. Now Jorja and Gab have to find a way to save themselves in a foreign country with corrupt cops, and other challenges.

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Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Manda Kelly

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my 1st read by this author, and I was not let down. What a great story. She takes the so often used “rich man/poor woman” and role reverses it. Both the characters are smart and talented, and guarded. I feel like neither of them really think, at least at first, that this is anything real. But the way the author writes this amazing story. I just could not put it down. Such a great world to get lost in. I never wanted to leave, and I’ll absolutely be visiting again!

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

Hidden Scars (Jade #1)Hidden Scars by A. Akinosho
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is not one of my favorite books. I honestly put it down and picked it back up and intervals muscling my way through it.
Trigger warning * Normally the age gap doesn’t bother me but when the characters are portrayed childlike and the other an adult it was hard to get past. I know culturally these things can be acceptable but it was hard to get through.

It didn’t flow as easily for me as other books have. A grumpy / sunshine styled love that showcases both strengths and weaknesses of characters great. Struggling through their pain Naseen and Jade unite and triumph over the unfairness of life and build a flourishing bond that is very sweet to see.

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m not really a romance reader but I love a good dark romance where the MMC is a dark, broody, villain type guy who ultimately has a heart of gold where his woman is concerned, and Kingston definitely fits the bill. Ava just so happens to be caught in the middle of a war between tall, dark, and cruel Kingston, and her brother Carson. Kingston absolutely takes advantage of the situation and he uses Ava to his advantage when he kidnaps her. A King So Savage is really fast moving, edge of your seat, thrilling read that delivers an exciting read but definitely comes with a few trigger warnings and I don’t know that Kingston actually becomes likable. I’d be interested in picking up book two to find out if he does. It also ends with a cliffhanger.

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To Catch An Elf by Debra Parmley – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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

While ‘To Catch an Elf’ seemed like just a holiday story it turned out to be so much more. It is a romantic suspense novel concentrating on two main characters Marcie and Ted, you also have Zeke and Brittany, there was lots of drama, intrigue, suspense, and dogs, which are all the elements for a pretty great novel, along with a pretty creepy elf. If that sounds like your cup of tea then you should give this quick, slightly steamy novel a try.

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Luna the Howling Husky Finds Her Howl by Samantha Shannon – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Luna the Howling Husky Finds Her HowlLuna the Howling Husky Finds Her Howl by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Luna the Howling Husky by Samantha Shannon is another adorable childrens tale about a husky pup that is different from all the others at first, but as she grows, gains confidence, and a loving family she is able to howl like all the others. I have enjoyed all of Samantha’s children’s books including Jake the Growling Dog and I love to share them with my children because they really enjoy the story along with the fun activities that are included at the end of each book. The illustrations throughout the book were beautiful, well drawn, and fully encapsulated the book and story itself.

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery Book) by Hazel Smith – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery, #4)Murky Murder by Hazel Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So I started this series with this book, which is book 4. I definitely liked this book as a standalone mystery. Hazel Smith is a wonderful storyteller and Murky Murder is incredibly atmospheric with its descriptions of the hotel, its characters, including Ivy’s Great Dane Monty, and the mysterious circumstances of the murder itself. Lives are quite literally on the line and it’s a thrilling rush to the finish. I think all cozy mystery lovers should give this a chance.

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery Book) by Hazel Smith – Review by Amber Howard

Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery, #4)Murky Murder by Hazel Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I gave this story 4 stars. It’s the first book by this author that I’ve read. Although I haven’t read the other installments in the series it was easy to keep up. Murky Murder is a page turner and keeps you hooked until the end.

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A Christmas Amish Courtship (Amish Courtship Series) by Jennifer Spredemann – Review by Kelli Harper

A Christmas Amish Courtship (Amish Courtship #3)A Christmas Amish Courtship by Jennifer Spredemann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The 3rd book in the Amish Courtship series and my first read by this author. Love the “Secret Admirer” letters and then the way they truly end up falling. Such a great way to find what your heart really wants.
I look forward to reading more by Ms. Spredemann.

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