Savage Lies by Isla Vaughn – Review by Stephanie Tellas

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“Moving to a new town and taking on a new identity was supposed to keep me safe. News flash, it didn’t. Instead, it put me right into the most dangerous place imaginable. Cole Savage’s line of sight.

Stupid, perfect, and one of four members of the untouchable elite. They’re the Academy’s football stars, gods among their peers. And from the first day of school, he put a target on my back. All because of one stupid kiss.

My secrets are dark and dangerous. But based on the fury that drives Cole to ruin me, so are his. We’re both facing destruction, and he’s determined not to let me win. He doesn’t know it, but he’s met his match. I’ll use his hate, and I’ll teach him that it burns as hot as his lust. And if he wants a war, I’ll give him one.”
Second story in the series, really enjoying the characters and the storyline, cant wait to read the rest of the series. Quick read, keeps your attention. I give this book 4 stars.

A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo – Review by Julie Johnson

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True StoryA Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is a heartwarming story about a cat that goes missing and his owner’s quest to find it. The illustrations are very beautifully done and follow the story well. I do believe the author’s heart is right in sharing this story, however, I cannot fully recommend it because I do not believe that the Bible teaches this path to redemption. I have never found any passage in the Bible that says if you say this specific prayer you will be saved. What I have read is the accounts of the Ethiopian Eunuch, Cornelius’s family, and others where the Word was heard, the Word was believed, repentance happened, a confession was made, and baptism for the remission of sins took place.

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Fashionably Fake (Kings of Screen Series) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Megan Conley

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Fashionably Fake (Kings of Screen, #4)Fashionably Fake by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I adored Jackson and Ros throughout this book (even though there were times I wanted to throttle them both). I loved the simplicity (ehh…once you get through the whole thing you can reflect) of their multifaceted relationship and the slow burn of it all is most definitely worth while. This is the 4th installment of the Kings of the Screen series and can be read as a standalone. Other characters and their significant others do make appearances throughout the book (which I always thoroughly enjoy seeing what my other loves are up to) and there is some teasing as to who will be the focus in the next book. One thing that I really appreciate about Bevan’s writing is how relatable her characters are. I mean…I’m not an up-and-coming fashion designer in a fake relationship with a hunky Scottish heartthrob BY ANY MEANS but I totally related to Ros and her view (albeit skewed) of relationships and men. And the way Bevan did it just wasn’t superficial and fakey…it really hits home and is raw and emotional and you as the reader can totally put yourself in Ros’s shoes. I definitely can’t wait for the next Kings of Screen installment.
Reviewed by @meggs1717

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Megan Conley

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis, #0.5)House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoy reading Valkyrie’s stories and this one was no different. This is a very quick read…I’m talking like 15-20 minutes and I really like the premise of the storyline. I’m definitely hooked and can’t wait to see what Valkyrie has in store for her readers with Xenobia’s story and the House Valdis series. Valkyrie’s ability to get her readers to care so deeply about her characters so quickly is amazing and I loved how she moved the plot line along without really any holes or gapping discrepancies. I’m really excited to start reading the House Valdis series. This short story is a prequel to the House Valdis series.

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The Other Side of Together by Emily Cox and Nicole Allen – Review by Tanya Wall, February 2024

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The Other Side of TogetherThe Other Side of Together by Emily Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is an absolute gem! Mei Li and Marcus are like the dream team of characters, especially Marcus – total heartthrob material. The story takes you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, from heartbreak to those sweet teenage love vibes. The characters and plot mesh together so seamlessly, and there are some serious curveballs thrown in – I did not see them coming at all! The ending will leave you feeling wrecked, but in a good way.

I want to add that this isn’t a typical love story. It dives into some heavy stuff, – real life stuff. And there is no cursing or steamy scenes, which keeps it light.

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo – Review by Carrie Reed

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True StoryA Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A nice personal testimony of this author being saved and her belief in the Lord. I was worried about the cat, Muffin, the whole book more than anything, I love animals and because Muffin escaped during the cold, my heart was breaking. The way that Muffin was found, brought out the testimony of the owner to her co-workers, which then in turn had them looking into the miracle that is God. The artwork in the book is beautiful and I really liked the background of each page being snowflakes, it gave my eyes more to look at.

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Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights – Review by Carrie Reed

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Sasha Smart: Short Stories for GirlsSasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The artwork in this book is beautiful. I love that this is a collection of short stories about the different things Sasha faces in school. She labels herself as a “geek” but comes to realize others like the same things she does. I really liked the lesson she learns in bouncing back from a failure and, the many beautiful differences between different cultures. Every scenario is something any young girl could face while in school, the pressures to fit in, not to stand out because they are smart, bullying those who are different and, the pressure to study and study without taking time to be a kid. The vocabulary wall project at the end of the book is an excellent idea for kids to learn and retain new words they are learning. Great read!

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Shelly Kittell

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis, #0.5)House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an interesting read. It’s a short story. I found it to be a good look into the beginning of Xenobia and Urd’s friendship. This is my first venture into this series and I’m looking forward to starting it. Xen sppears to be strong in this society where women aren’t valued. I found myself totally rooting for them. It’s definitely a book I recommend.

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Deja Brew All Over Again: A Runaway Bride Romance (Love on Tap Series) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Kerry Carr

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Deja Brew All Over Again: A Runaway Bride RomanceDeja Brew All Over Again: A Runaway Bride Romance by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in the Love On Tap Series. I love loved these small town romances. The author does an amazing job of writing stories which have something for everyone, from drama, heated chemistry and characters that are not afraid to speak their minds. The characters interactions in these stories is what really brings them to life and captivates me in their story.
This is the 3rd book in the series and it can be read as a standalone however personally it added to the enjoyment reading them from the beginning.
This story is Maisy and Miller’s story.
Miller has had a tricky time since his dad died and relationships with women are definitely not on his agenda. All he wants is one night stands nothing more but that all changes when a woman in a wedding dress appears jumps into his car and tell him to drive.

Maisy has tried to please everyone all her life. She has done things for everyone else that is until she decides to jilt her lover at the alter(so to speak). Now all she has planned is saving her brother from her no good mother and try to get her life in order.
The last thing either Maisy or Miller expected that day was to meet someone they had chemistry with. Miller can see Maisy is in trouble but why is he so determined to help and protect her?
This is a heartwarming story with laugh out loud moments. How is Miller going to cope with not only a runaway bride but also her demanding brother? With both of them dealing with family issues can they work through all their stuff and realise what is between them?
This is a small town romance and one of the things I loved is that even though Miller is considered the joke of the family when he needs them they all support him 100% really bringing to light the true meaning of family standing by each other.

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Delayed Redemption (The DAG Team Series) by Kel O’Connor – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Delayed Redemption: (DAG Team Book 3 Special Ops Romantic Suspense) (DAG Team Series)Delayed Redemption: (DAG Team Book 3 Special Ops Romantic Suspense) by Kel O’Connor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have loved this romantic suspense series. Mateo and Janey had an friends/lovers to enemies relationship that works back into more. I enjoyed the suspense of the story. The romance has a touch of spicy that makes it adds to the story. The story itself is very engaging. It does work well ads a standalone. If you have read the first two books that will help enhance the story even more. It’s thrilling, full of drama, and romance. An enjoyable read that I recommend.

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo – Review by Shelly Kittell

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True StoryA Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really beautiful story of being brought to God in times of trouble. Muffin was the author’s cat. Muffin went missing. This brought about a whole set of actions that led to a miracle. There are beautiful prayers and poems in the book. It’s a very neat story that can be shared with all to help in times of trouble or anguish or to even help bring people to God. It was a definite light in my reading.

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Resisting Nature (Powder River Pack Series) by Brooke May – Review by Kassandra

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Resisting NatureResisting Nature by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book had me on the edge of my seat the whole time! I enjoyed reading every minute of it. I liked that it wasn’t the typical meet-and-fall-instantly kind of book. Each character had to come to terms with their own demons within the relationship.

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Elusive Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Elusive Surrender (Sinful Duets #3)Elusive Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is amazing. It has all the brooding, alpha makes that we have all come to love from this series and their fabulous ways that they protect those they love from any danger. This is the continuation of the duets in the Billionaire Bodyguard series and they just keep getting better and better. I love how the author brings that characters from previous books into this, so we can kinda see what they are up to and how they are doing. They don’t play a huge roll but even a line here and there makes me feel connected to those characters that I fell in love with earlier on. These books do not let you down when it comes to steam. The characters are what you would expect a broody, over protective, alpha bodyguard to be. I love how the author always makes her women in the stories have a little sass but they know when they need help. They aren’t all, “I can do this on my own, I don’t need you” or just real ditzy. I love that they have depth and are trying to make something of themselves before they find themselves in hot water, so to say. These books contain the romance aspect, the steam that everyone loves in a romance book, then it also has an amazing storyline. It is like the trifecta of books. You won’t be able to put it down and you will feel yourself projecting the emotions of the characters while reading this. Beware, you could snap at someone next to you because you are so emotionally invested in the books. It is a page turner that I couldn’t stop reading until it was done. Since this is the third duet in the series, I highly recommend reading them in order so you have the background of some of the characters but you would be able to start with this one and go back to the others if you wanted to. You wouldn’t be lost or have an issue figuring things out.
Reviewed by: @bbohls

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite #1)Savage Lies by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As always, the author has a way to pull you in from the beginning. It’s so easy to get lost in the story. The characters are interwoven in such a way that they all are in each other’s stories throughout the series. The backstories of each character in this novel, Riley and Cole, are really good yet sad at the same time. The characters are very relatable and seem to fit together before they realize what’s happening. I recommend that whenever you plan to read this novel, please read it in one sitting, that’s how great it is.

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Nessie and the Viking Gold (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Nessie and the Viking GoldNessie and the Viking Gold by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Nessie and the Viking Gold (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah

Nessie and the Viking Gold is the second book in the Nessie’s Grotto Series. This is a chapter book aimed for children ages 7-12 but I think children of any age will enjoy reading this book. My five year old son loved it so much we’ve read it three times already and I’m there will be many more. Follow along with Craig and Linda and Loch Ness Monster as they take us on another fun and exciting adventure. The illustrations help to bring the story to life and my son loved them. I highly recommend reading this cute children’s book and we look forward to reading more from this Author.

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie
Genre – Dark Fantasy, SciFi
Page Count – 29
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Raised in a society that treats women like cattle, Xenobia does her best to fly under the radar and not bring attention to herself. She obeys the rules, and she doesn’t get attached to people – until Urd.
After a man with extreme sadistic tendencies buys her and her best friend Urd, Xen lays awake at night planning their escape.
When Urd overhears their Master’s ultimate plan for them, even though they aren’t prepared, the girls have no choice but to run, hoping to find the underground movement and get to safety.
While, on the run for their lives, Xen learns that the price of rebellion is steep.
*This short story takes place before the first House Valdis novel – The Rise of House Valdis.

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Naomi Valkyrie, often called a Firebrand Provocateur, brings her unique Autistic perspectives and curiosities to life by weaving tales of deep connection, mystery, and romance. She is inspired by being able to spontaneously create a thought that takes on a life of its own, opening up new adventures for her readers.

 

The Paranormal Romance and Urban Fantasy realms are particular areas of interest for Naomi as they allow for the vast exploration of magic, adventure, and the impossible while creating diverse characters that her readers connect with on an emotional level.

 

When she isn’t attending to familial connections, Naomi loves a dark, comfy reading space surrounded by the symbolism of her spiritual archetypes and her daemon/familiars, while she sips her tea and immerses herself in imagination.

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo

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A lost pet. The coldest part of winter. Will a wonderful gift come from above?
Darlene was so sad. Frantic when her little white cat ran out of the house and disappeared into the snow, the unhappy mom and her daughter searched and searched for their beloved Muffin. And she had losing hope as the freezing night turned into days and weeks without even a glimpse…
Remembering a familiar church she passed every Sunday, Darlene decided to visit one morning while looking for an answer from God. And she was astonished by what she found.
Would she discover that His grace is real?
In this engaging story aimed at little ones, Darlene Duemo shares her amazing true-life introduction to God as a joyful lesson about our Heavenly Father. And with gentle rhymes and beautiful illustrations, she captivates all ages with her glorious message.
A Miracle In Muffin is an inspirational and heartfelt Christian children’s book that makes a wonderful bedtime story. If you like stories of faith, helping turn young hearts to the Lord, and happy endings, then you and your child will adore Darlene Duemo’s true testimony.

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Darlene Duemo wants nothing more than to help children discover God’s Unconditional, Saving, Extravagant Love. By opening their hearts to the Savior Jesus Christ, she’s fulfilling her calling. She’s prompted by the Holy Spirit; when He speaks, she listens, penning stories for children that show the glory of God. As an accounting technician turned writer, she’s found her true joy—teaching children the love of the Lord—and works hard to achieve her dreams.

 As a single mother of an adult daughter, Darlene’s life has been fraught with challenges, but her faith in the Lord remains unshaken. She knows in her heart of hears that God has a plan for each and every one of us, and He has remarkable thing sin store. As long as she’s inspired by Him, she’ll continue to write books for children on the Word of God. She currently resides in Dauphin, Manitoba with her Boston Terrier, Daisy, who is a beacon of light for everyone who meets her.

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