Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Kerry Carr

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very gripping sci fi read. The author has a great talent for twisting the story that keeps the reader guessing. The authors detail was another thing I loved as it really brought the story to life. I felt like I was seeing and witnessing everything the characters were.
The first thing that gripped me was the story of Claudia Zimmerman. What had she done or been accused of that has led her to the dark depths she finds herself in now. When the captain of the ship blackmails her into working for him else he will reveal what she is running from, that was where I was completely gripped.. I wanted to know what she was running from.

When she joins the crew on the ship she is horrified at how ancient the medbay is and comes to a realisation quickly that the captain is a hard and ruthless man. Her plan is to do her job and stay away from him and off his rador.
But that doesn’t last long when she is sent onto a unchartered planet and they find a new species. Claudia is so happy and can’t wait to learn all about them that is until she realises the captain plans on using them as slaves.

Knowing how he treats his crew and people she is determined for this new species to not meet the same fate but by standing in the captain’s way she is opening herself up to danger.

Can she save herself and her new friends? Or will the Captain destroy them all?

This story is fast paced and really gripping with twists and turns you don’t see coming. I don’t normally enjoy sci fi reads however this one really had me hooked and I couldn’t put it down

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Song of Earth and Claws by Lena Abram – review by kat Mellon

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Song of Earth and ClawsSong of Earth and Claws by Lena Abram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Song of Earth and Claws by Lena Abram was really a great read. It was my first book by this author so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The world building was really awesome and I loved the character development. I’ve read a lot of fae-universe books and I really loved the unique twist this one had and the mystery surrounding the two main characters. I did feel a couple times that there could have been a little more information given to the readers, like about the games in general, but I also feel like not having the info did not detract from the overall read and storyline. Would definitely recommend this book and will read more by Abram!

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada – review by kat Mellon

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid's Guide to a Happy Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My girls and I really enjoyed this book! The rhyme of the words makes it almost hypnotic for my toddlers and they loved learning how they can play with puppies safely and how the puppies can have more fun. It’s a really good read for adults as well, who are wanting to get their dogs thriving and trying new things.

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

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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

An enjoyable and engaging cozy mystery which kept me hooked throughout. Town reporter April May is new to Laurel Lakes but has already solved one mystery, and now has a second. When the local store burns down and the cantankerous owner is presumed dead everyone in the small town is talking about it, but when a threatening note appears alongside strange sightings April is asked to investigate. Unfortunately her foster dog Ralph who could have helped her sniff out some clues has been claimed by his owner. However, she dose have the help of her new friends and the town vet. April soon discovers a link between Ralph’s owner and the recent events, but also a connection to her own mysterious past. April has to race against time to find the culprit before she ends up hurt or even dead herself. This page turner had me guessing until the last page due to the plot twists and turns. The characters were likeable and relatable and I felt engaged with the main character, April May. The small town feel really came across in the writing and the descriptive narrative brought both the setting and characters vividly to life. I look forward to investigating other mysteries alongside April in future books.

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Mission Improbable: Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery) by Nancy Nau Sullivan – Review by Tanya Wall, January 2024

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Mission Improbable:Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery)Mission Improbable:Vietnam by Nancy Nau Sullivan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“Mission Improbable” by Nancy Nau Sullivan turned out to be a surprise gem, considering I didn’t realize it was the third book in the Blanche Murninghan Mystery series. Thankfully, you can dive into this one without feeling like you missed a beat. The mystery plot is packed with travel, amateur sleuthing, family drama, and a good dose of emotions.

The Vietnam setting is like an extra character in the story, adding a cool layer to the whole thing. Sullivan’s descriptions of post-Vietnam War Vietnam are so vivid; you can practically smell the rice paddies and feel the energy of Saigon. Blanche is a stubborn but relatable character, and her sidekicks, Jean and Stick, add depth and complexity to the narrative.

Sullivan really knows her history, and it shows. I’m thinking about going back to read the first two books in the series. If you’re into mysteries with a side of history and a splash of travel, this one’s worth a read.

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Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Tanya Wall, January 2024

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Alien RedemptionAlien Redemption by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

To start with – I don’t love science fiction and wasn’t too sure about reading this book. But, I’m glad I spend some time with it. It was pleasantly surprising. “Alien Redemption” by Gloria Oliver is a science fiction novel that takes readers on a thrilling journey through space and introduces them to the resilient and endearing character, Claudia. The author’s skillful storytelling weaves together a fast-paced story filled with drama, twists, and turns that will keep scifi lovers hooked until the last page.

Claudia, the main character, faces adversity after being wrongly implicated by her deceitful employers. As she strives to rebuild her life, readers empathize with her struggles and root for her redemption. She is what kept me reading.

The author does a great job of building a picture of a mysterious planet and its unique sentient alien beings. Her attention to detail brings the vivid colors and intricacies of the aliens to life. The contrast between Claudia’s genuine efforts to help the aliens and the captain’s contemptible actions adds depth to the narrative, eliciting a range of emotions from readers.

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Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Jennifer Crain

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Overall, “Alien Redemption” by Gloria Oliver is a gripping science fiction novel that kept me engaged with its empathetic heroine, clever twists and turns, and cosmic mysteries. I normally don’t read a lot of sci fi, but enjoyed this one.

The story follows Claudia Zimmerman, a disgraced medical researcher who survives behind a mask after being set up for a career-destroying fall by her employers. Seeking a fresh start, Claudia hides her true identity and hopes to secure a job on a merchant vessel. However, her plans take a turn when she is recognized and threatened with blackmail by the ship’s captain, forcing her to reluctantly join the crew.

One of the strengths of the novel is its well-developed protagonist. Claudia is a complex and empathetic character, and readers will find themselves rooting for her from the beginning. Her growth throughout the story is realistic and relatable, and her determination to do what is right in the face of adversity adds depth to the narrative.

The plot is full of unexpected twists and turns, and kept me on my toes throughout. The writing style is smooth and descriptive, allowing me to easily visualize the settings. The dialogue is natural and helps to bring the characters to life. Additionally, the author’s attention to detail is evident, creating a rich and vivid world for readers to explore.

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Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Katie Turner

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Alien RedemptionAlien Redemption by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Alien Redemption is a science fiction novel by Gloria Oliver. The story unfolds around Claudia, also known as Dr. Z, who is trying to find a way to make a living while hiding from her past under a false identity. Her options are limited, as avoiding a background check is crutial. An opportunity to become a medic on a merchant ship is in front of her, however the captain claims to know who she is and essentially blackmails her into taking the position. And Captain Bennett’s antics do not seem to end there. The Captain seems to enjoy showing the lengths his cruelty can extend to when they happen across an Avian race on a secret mission. How far will he go, and what can Claudia do to protect these beautiful creatures?

I really enjoyed the entire book! The pages turned and turned. I stayed intrigued and guessing. The character and plot development was spot-on! I definitely recommend for sci-fi fans who love a fast, but no less interesting read.

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Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls Series Book 3) by Rob Samborn – Review by Allyson Ware

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Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls, #3)Master of the Abyss by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was well written. I definitely believe that you need to read the others in this series in order to fully understand what is happening and develop a true connection with the characters. One thing I found was my interest waning as the book went on. I just found myself trying to skip ahead.

However, the characters were well developed and so was the world. While I zoned out in some parts, others were great and held my attention. Overall, I would recommend this series; just make sure you read the others prior to reading this one!

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Barbara Bohls

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second part of The Savage Duet and it does not disappoint. This is a dark romance and has so much steam that I was left fanning myself while reading. It is so, so, so good. If you haven’t read the first book in this duo, I highly suggest you do that and then come back to this one. This way you have an amazing understanding as to what is happening. There are many twists and turns in this book. The ending is one that is left to where the author could continue with the story line or leave it as is. I can only hope that we will get more because it was that good. The many decisions that are made by the characters in this book show growth and deep character development. I love when a bad boy can do good things but doesn’t loose his edge. I found myself actually somewhat liking a few characters that I haven’t liked at all. The ending is what did it for me. This book was masterfully written and will have you turning pages faster than you can read them. You will be sitting on the edge of your seat at some parts of the book and flushing at others. I highly recommend this quick paced read because it will have you riveted from the beginning.
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A Heart so Savage by April Moran – review by Jennifer Larson

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Heart so Savage by April Moran is the second book in the savage duet. Reading this dark romance was a real treat, and I loved every second of it. The book has its CWs of course just like any dark romance but it was such a fantastic read and I highly recommend it.

Follow Ava and Kingstons journey, as being the captive and falling in love with her jailer. If you’ve read the first book and loved it, you will definitely love the second. With etiquette spice and magnetic energy that draws you in to each vivid detail. April is a true artist in capturing her readers. No stone was left unturned and plot twists you won’t see coming. Highly recommend.

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The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie – review by Jennifer Larson

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The Uncrowned King (The Blood Prince, #2)The Uncrowned King by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Uncrowned King
By Ayla Marie

The Uncrowned king by Ayla Marie is the second installment to The Blood Prince. It is a story that surrounds Leo and his families hardships and constant struggle to find a peaceful life.

Leo and his siblings do everything in their power to survive, and they finally find a place where they feel like they can thrive. Being the heir to the throne of Illena making it all seem plausible, but Leo just wants to make sure his family is safe and taken care of. With no desire to take the throne.

I loved this tale, Ayla did a beautiful job capturing the essence of each character and how they fit into each part of the story. I couldn’t put this one down, I read it in a day literally. She did an excellent job staging every major event and that family and the ones you love will always prevail. 5 stars!

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

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

What a creative and magical read. My girls and I really enjoyed this book and the illustrations were great as well. Author is easily becoming one of me and my kids favorite! We read it the last few nights before bed time! Super fun read and fit for any age! Because I too enjoyed this!

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Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Hannah Porter

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Alien RedemptionAlien Redemption by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reading Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver, I wasn’t entirely sure what to Expect but man! I was pleasantly surprised. This story got me from the first couple pages. although it does have some parts some readers could find hard to read(trigger warning). Other than that it was a fantastic read. I enjoy reading alien style books( I mean who doesn’t love them) so this author’s take had me interested til the end. Claudia is one strong lead female character, and Captain Bennet can go disappear please. I look forward to reading more books from Gloria Oliver.
Ps the graphics on the cover are super cool, really drew me into wanting to read this.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Crystal Jimmo

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The wait is finally over! I was so excited for this book to come out! This book takes place after the first book. In the first book I was not a fan of either Kingston or Carson. Towards the end I was slowly warming up Kingston but I wasn’t just quite there yet. I was so glad to see more of Ava’s character development in this book too. Kingston in this book we got to see more of his thought process and get more of a backstory with everything going on. I felt like it wrapped up a lot of loose ends and question’s I had. I still don’t like Carson and still think he’s the scum of the Earth. The word building in this was wonderfully done as the first one. The story progressed fairly well, and I didn’t have that “omg there’s only 50 pages left and so much left to be wrapped up” anxiety that some books give me. I loved reading this book and will definitely be adding it to my physical copy shelf along with the first one!

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

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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 cute chapter story about the Loch Ness monster. I like the magic Wickstrom brings to Nessie and through a child’s eye. The illustrations were colorful and appealing to see how they matched the story. For a children’s story, I’m not sure the conflict between the parents at the beginning is appropriate for a very young audience. It feels like the book has some scenes that would be for an older child audience. Other than that, I like the plot and the different viewpoint about the Loch Ness Monster.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Lucy Machard

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So I absolutely loved the first book. I thought it was a great enemies to lovers vibe, forced proximity, full of denial for what the characters felt for each other. But good lord, was this book an action and smut filled absolute BANGER of a sequel! I felt myself falling for Kingston a little more and more as the book progressed, and the incredibly sweet ending had me tearing up a little. I absolutely loved and adored this duet. Please, read it! The author is phenomenal and I can’t wait to see what she does next!!

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

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

I knew a book about the Loch Ness monster would be a fantasy, but I didn’t think the book would feel so magical. Nessie and the Living Stone is a good beginner chapter book, which I also was not expecting. I have read a lot by one of the authors, and typically they are short picture books. I like that this book was a bit longer, with chapters, but still had the wonderful illustrations. I read it with my 8 year old son, and he struggled with all the talking. I ended up taking over the book, so I could read it outloud with different inflections of my voice. That helped him understand what was talking and what was narration. Once we got over that hurdle, we loved the book. My older 2 even sat and listened some nights.

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Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Alien RedemptionAlien Redemption by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read a previous work from the author, so I was excited to get to check out this new story and it did not disappoint! The author did an amazing job of weaving together a fantastic sci fi novel set in space with aliens, that will keep you reading until the last page. I absolutely adored Claudia, a hardworking heroine, who had a terrible hand dealt to her when she was set up to take the fall for her awful employers. She is working to rebuild her life, but things keep going wrong for her. It’s a well written book that is fast paced, action packed with drama, twists and turns. You really connect with the characters and want to see how the story ends.

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Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls Series Book 3) by Rob Samborn – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls, #3)Master of the Abyss by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a good ending for this series. I really loved how the author developed the story line and drew the story to a really interesting conclusion. This story and series has so many twists and turns and everything happens at such a fast pace that as a reader you are drawn in and captivated by the story. I recommend this series and author to anyone wanting to read a fantasy novel with a twist.

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Hope For A New World (Gaia’s Voice Series) by Renee W Peek – Review by Alison Risher

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Hope For A New World (Book 1)Hope For A New World by Renee W Peek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This novel is set in the future, a little bit more than a hundred years from now. It is an apocalyptic tale featuring Earth, and a sister planet. It features many indigenous characters. I really like learning snippets of other cultures. The characters have deep family relationships. Don’t skip out on this book!

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

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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 was a quick, witty cozy mystery, and I enjoyed every minute of it!!!

I have to be honest…I did not read the first book in the series. I will go back and read the first book just to get more of a background into April’s history, but I also think it was fine as a standalone book as well. In this particular book, April has her hands full again with a new mystery, well actually, a couple of mysteries that converge together quite nicely at the end of the book. It begins with a burglary, but soon a mysterious fire complicates things and results in a missing persons case. However, the biggest mystery to be solved actually involves April personally. One might think all these small mysteries would be confusing and ruin the plot, but that is not the case in Smith’s very capable hands. The twists and turns kept me flying through the pages.

In April’s personal life, things seem to be moving forward with her love interest, Wesley. She is still struggling with deciding on staying in this charming little town or returning to Chicago. I really liked April. She was someone I would want to be friends with, and Wesley was adorable and sweet. I also enjoyed the quirky cast of secondary characters and their relationships with one another.

Before reading this book, I had read some of the books in the Maid Ivy Series, and I like both of the series. Her writing is clever, and I love the characters, both the main ones and the secondary ones. Reading her books along with a good warm cup of tea is a great way to spend the day!

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Song of Earth and Claws (Faelands Series) by Lena Abram – Review by Nichole Chrisman

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Song of Earth and ClawsSong of Earth and Claws by Lena Abram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This fantasy story will keep you reading. The author provides tons of details and has very believable characters. Lannahi has been overlooked and underestimated but it’s time for the Games and it’s time for her to prove herself. But can she trust who she thinks or will she be betrayed like her family was? Very good book with a very similar vibe to GOT and LotR.

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Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Samantha

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Alien RedemptionAlien Redemption by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was my first book by Gloria Oliver and it did not disappointment! I’m not normally a sci-fi fan, but the blurb intrigued me so I gave it a shot. The main character, Claudia, has a secret past that she is trying to put behind her so she can move on with her life and get a new job. She finally finds one and her boss, Bennett, is constantly holding her past over head to get her to do whatever he wants. These are usually not things she wants to do, but she is terrified of her past getting out. From the get go she feels like an outsider and wants to fit in. She is then brought on a mission. I don’t want to spoil the book so you can enjoy it as much as I did. Can’t wait to read more by Ms Gloria!

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

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

Beautiful, whimsical story for a chilly afternoon. Lois Wickstrom has a way of bringing every story she writes or in this case co-writes to life with so much wonder that you’re left smiling at the end every time.
While on summer vacation with their family Craig and his little sister Linda achieve a magical wish, to see Nessie. Their parents feel it is only lies when they say they saw her and that their hostess Mrs. Carmichael and a fisherman Filan McDuff are only egging them on. Only the stories of magical singing flowers make Linda feel that Mrs. Carmichael knows the truth. A rare earthquake, a bossy coast guard with a hunger to catch and stuff Nessie for a museum and nonbeliever parents add to Craig and Linda determined to catch Nessie themselves to prove that she’s real.
Will they succeed in catching her? Can they survive the deep magical dives into the Loch? How can they protect Nessie from harm? This book is a wonderful read of adventure, understanding, and life lessons of acceptance and learning the importance of letting go of things when the time is right. I look forward to more of Craig and Linda’s adventures. And it all began with one little, magical blue stone.

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

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

Nessie and the Living Stone (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah. I love this author and try to always grab her children’s books. They make great gifts and my nephews love them. This is the story of Craig and his little sister Linda as they go on Holiday. They are determined they are going to find the Loch Ness Monster, Nessie. This is such a cute twist on the “Loch Ness Monster” tale. Linda is always getting into messes so of course she messes up some of Craig’s plans but in the end they all have a great time. On Craigs search he finds monsters and magic stones, now if Nessie will just show herself. Linda wants to follow Craig everywhere and she gets in his way. Such a fun story. The pictures are also wonderful in this book.

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

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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: 5 of 5 stars

Recipe For Revenge (An April May Cozy Mystery Book 2) by Hazel Smith. This is the second installment in the April May mystery series and it can be read as a standalone but I always recommend reading them in order. In this installment we find April May inheriting a lake house in Laurel a far cry from the journalist Chicago home. When the local grocer goes missing and his store up in flames there is another mystery for April May to get involved in. She is feeling more at home in Laurel since she solved the last murder and wrote a article for the local paper. In the midst of finding out what happened to the grocer she receives a newspaper clipping about her dad’s car accident where he died. When she begins to ask questions about the accident she must be hitting nerves because her boyfriend ends up in the hospital and she is in serious danger. Will April May be able to solve these mysteries before someone else gets hurt?

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The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Tausha Treadway

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

The Alien & the Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie. This is a great sci fi, m/m romance. I love this author and try to read everything they write so I wasn’t surprised I enjoyed it. Its the story of Kasper Kingston who is on a mission to shut down the two main crime families and take over for them. Leliphun is an alien who has been kicked out of his kingdom and the leaders there want to put him in the fighting ring he has no intention of fighting so he leaves and vows to never return. Jumping thru a portal he ends up on Earth. Kasper finds Leliphun passed out in the woods and takes him home but ties him up because he doesn’t know who or what he is. When he awakens he is questioned by Kasper but Kasper doesn’t believe any of his answers. Kasper is attracted to Leliphun and has to decide if he can trust him enough to help him or will he end up being the death of Kasper. Leliphun has to decide if he really wants to stay on this planet or does he want to try to go home? Read this fast paced romance to find out!

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

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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

This is book 2 in the April May Cozy Mystery series. These books can be ready as a standalone which is great, however I did enjoy this book so I will be going to read the first one.

This is a cosy mystery set in a small town with twists and turns that you don’t expect or see coming. It is a fast paced read and I couldn’t help falling in love with April. She is so determined to get to the truth that she will pursue any lead she finds even though she is just a journalist.

When a store on the main street suddenly goes on fire and the owner is missing April knows something isn’t right. What happened to set the store on fire? Is the owner still alive and did they have something to do with it?
As April starts to ask these questions mysterious figures start appearing and messages are left for her sending her down a path to uncover secrets she never knew existed.
How is her past connected to what is happening now? What secrets does she still need to uncover about her family and their history.
There is also a love interest and the connection between Wesley and April was heartwarming to read but I always felt April’s reluctance to get too close to him.

Overall this was a fun cosy mystery that kept me hooked from beginning to end. I look forward to reading more

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

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

Dark romance, forced proximity… count me in. Ava’s brother owes Kingston a debt, his perfect excuse to get his hands on Ava. Ava has been through so much since her parents passed, but remains positive, where Kingston is ruthless and savage at all ends. This story is full of feist, angst, passion, pain and spice! I am very excited for book 2.

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