Savage Truth by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The third book in Cole and Riley’s relationship. This is where they actually start acknowledging their feelings and it is well worth the read. Each book I read is getting better and better. It has all the suspense, action, humor, and romance one could want in a book.
Test of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Book two in the series did not disappoint. The ending from book one instantly had you excited for the next in the series and this was exactly what I hoping for. The book starts right back from where the previous book ended with the four leaving the realm. As the story progresses, we learn more and more about each character as the story is told in their individual point of views. This will always be one of favorite ways for character development to expand and it is done very well in this series. This is best to be read in order in the series but could potentially be read as a stand alone. This book continues to focus on the four main characters but brings back old and introduces new characters that help move the story along. It is very important to note that there are some very heavy topics in this book but it is written very well and there is a warning at the beginning off the book. Overall, great futuristic read that will keep you wanting more.
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Meet another friend of Cray. Rhyming words, and wonderful stories each with a lesson. Bright colorful and engaging illustrations. Reading these books by G Pa Rhymes is truly a great experience.
Divinely Dramatic by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
“Divinely Dramatic” by Sandra L. Young is an exceptional book that captivates readers with its intriguing storyline and well-developed characters. The author’s writing style keeps the reader engaged from the very beginning until the end.
One of the standout aspects of the book is its emphasis on spirituality and the power of faith. Sandra L. Young effortlessly weaves spiritual elements into the narrative, encouraging readers to reflect on their own beliefs and personal journey.
The pacing of the book is well-balanced, with the right amount of tension and drama to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Additionally, the author’s descriptive prose vividly brings the settings to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the world of Sarah.
Overall, “Divinely Dramatic” is an inspiring and thought-provoking read. Sandra L. Young’s masterful storytelling and powerful religious themes make it a book that will stay with readers long after they’ve finished reading it. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking a captivating tale of faith, resilience, and personal growth.
Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
“Divine Vintage” by Sandra L. Young is a beautifully written book that brilliantly mixes the elements of spirituality, drama, and romance. The author’s skillful storytelling, combined with her knowledge of wine-making, creates a unique and captivating story that leaves readers mesmerized.
One of the essential themes of the book is the exploration of personal growth and transformation. The author subtly portrays the importance of self-reflection, self-awareness, and pursuing one’s passion. This theme makes the story relatable and inspiring, making it a must-read for anyone who has felt stuck in their life.
Overall, “Divine Vintage” is a beautifully written, captivating, and inspiring book that will delight readers with its excellent storytelling and meaningful themes. It is an exceptional book that must be on the shelves of all book-lovers.
The Archcrusade: Tome One: The Archspawn – Pilgrimage & Prophecies by K.M. Hogenson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
4.5 stars
The Archcrusade: Tome One: The Archspawn – Pilgrimage & Prophecies is K. M. Hogenson debut novel. It is interesting, and unique and a lengthy read but a great read. I can’t believe it is a debut novel. This is another author to watch out for. I see very good things for them.
The story is told in multiple POV which just heightens the story more as you get to see inside the nuts and bolts and how they think.
It is an adult epic-fantasy adventure with magic, monsters, Vampires, Angels and Demons, Kings, Oracles, crusades, pilgrimages, prophecies and a whole lot more in between.
It is a complex web of multiple plots and cleverly woven threads to pull it all together to give the reader maximum enjoyment. The world building is artfully done, and you can picture the multitude of characters and the world in which they live. There are complex characters and there are those that you will laugh and cry with and those you would have rather not met at all. K. M. Hogenson has written a diverse bunch of characters and race, creed, sexuality or colour has not been left out. Each has their own agendas which adds to the mystery but in a world like this you don’t always know who to trust.
I for one can’t wait for more.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My family and I get so excited when we pick up another book from this author as they quickly became one of our favorites! Rhyming always makes the story more fun, and these are unlike other rhyming books you’ll find. The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous and really do add a little more depth as you read. Somehow this author takes what seems like a complicated life lesson and makes it not only simple, but also fun! Read with the young ones in your life as we learn about the fact that accidents will occur, and what will happen if you aren’t honest. We never hesitate to pick up books from this author, and if you pick this one up, you’ll definitely see why. I highly recommend sharing this with little ones in your family and in the classroom!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Murder She Meowed by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
If you are looking for a book with mystery, a murder, charming characters, and a whole lot of kitty cuteness, then this cozy mystery is for you.
Murder She Meowed by Ruth J. Hartman follows author Christy Bailey and her cats, Milton and Pearl, as they try to prove their friend Janie is not a murderer.
I found the book to be a quick, fun read full of quirky characters and adorable cats. I loved the way the mystery unfolded and how I did not want to stop reading. It definitely made me want to cuddle my feline buddy a little closer.
So grab a cup of your favorite beverage, a cozy blanket, and your furry friend and try to solve the who-dunnit along kitty mystery solvers Milton and Pearl with the help of their human Christy.
Happy Reading!
Test of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book in The Serrulata Saga, and it was just as incredible as the first! I wouldn’t recommend reading this as a standalone as it picks up right where the first book left off. There is also a great amount of detail overall, which I absolutely love, so getting the feel of the first one would help tremendously. You get to experience this story from multiple points of view, and I love that because it lets you get into the character’s minds a bit more. The depth of the characters is something that I have a hard time finding anywhere else. The author expertly crafts each character, developing them at the perfect pace, and making them somehow both diverse and relatable at the same time. The flow of the story is seamless as I never felt jolted out by an oddly placed phrase or scene change. I lost an entire weekend reading this book, so clear a couple days ahead of time. If you like the dystopian sci-fi genre, this should hands down be your next read! I can’t wait to see what the author has in store for us next!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The illustrations in this story are absolutely stunning. The story is another cute rhyming story. My son and I have read quite a few of these stories in this kids series. We love them and they have some great lessons. I love how each friend in the animal group goes through something and their friend always sticks by them.
Savage Truth by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
While this series is starting to grow on me more I feel so invested that I have no choice but to read the books.
The author does a good job with being able to relate to the characters but at times the books seem drawn out and forced. For me it hinders the flow of the books.
Bailey dedicated to job and also her two teenage daughters has a run in with the CEO of the company, Fox. He is good looking and his presence is so strong. Everyone always wonders about him and his personal life, but love is the last thing that Bailey is looking for. Fox has noticed Bailey in the past, she is beyond beautiful. But he has gotten a chance to get to see her for more then just beauty, she is so much more. He feels that he understands her as he is a father of two boys and wanting to be a good parent and succeed with work. Can these two find a happy ending? Can they date while working for the same company???
I really enjoyed reading this book. The characters were strong and so well developed. There was not anything about them that I didn’t like and I loved that the children of Bailey and Fox had a part in the book. I cannot wait to read more in the series and more from this author.
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Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is such a cute little story. Cray’s friend Gray learned a valuable lesson about telling the truth no matter how difficult it may be. I love how Cray and all of his friends work together to solve problems and create a better world. I really enjoy this author and the world he has created with Cray and his friends, and I think many children will enjoy this story of Gray and his beach ball adventure.
Savage Truth by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Savage Truth is book number two in The Hidden Valley Elite series of books, but is the conclusion to Riley and Cole’s story. The whole series should be read in order. Savage Truth was a super quick, suspenseful, slightly confused, rollercoaster, high school romance. There is no doubt this author can write, she can spin a story and pack what seems like a lot in such a short amount of pages, I just felt like doing so causes some scenes to feel a little disjointed, but not enough that I wouldn’t continue. I like how it alternates view points because I always like to hear from both main characters, and the chemistry between the characters was intense. I’m interested to see where the author takes the series next.
Savage Truth by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! This ended the way I hoped it would. It’s definitely a roller-coaster of a book, and series. I finally had some questions answered about Riley’s dad. Over all I think this book was well written. It keeps you guessing and on the edge of your seat and the chemistry between Cole and Riley is steamy!
Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have fallen in love with Cray and his group of friends. My son is currently obsessed with foxes so we couldn’t wait to read about Hay. The story is easy for little ones to follow along and for young ones to read. It’s a great book to read if you’re wanting to go over rhyming words with kids. I enjoyed the illustrations and I’m sure kids will as well. I also liked the 8 tips to build courage by Misty Black in the end. Going over these plus the bravery from the book will also help kids wanting to encourage their friends or family.
Dancing Butterfly by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book in this series and I did not read the first one.
This one is easy to follow so they can be read in order or as a stand alone book and it will make sense to you. I enjoyed reading about Suki, she loves to dance and I especially liked the part that she was at the Dr. and drinking those rum drinks the way the author described it you could tell Suki was starting to have the pain of her broken ankle become bearable or she was at least at the point she didn’t care so much.
I have read other books by Debra Parmley and even though I personally like books with less heat and not in the roaring 20’s but more modern times, I did, however, enjoy this one.
Check it out, I think you will enjoy it as well.
Savage Truth by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Book one and book two could have easily been one book but I can definitely see why it was split. With that being said, this book cannot be read as a stand alone. Cole and Riley are now forced to live in the house together. Cole is plotting how to get rid of Riley and her mom, Riley is trying to convince her mom to leave. The tension that is felt in this book can be cut with a knife. Hot, captivating, twists at every turn, and an ending that will shock you. You will not be able to put this book down.
Test of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Make sure to read the Gathering of the Four before the Test of the Four! It picks up right where the previous book ends. They have finally reached outside the Realm, into the unknown world. Leora continues to develop her magic. Leopold recovers from his injuries and is trying to heal from this past as well. Roland and Aurora continue their newly formed relationship. Old and new characters are added to the mix. I highly enjoyed Eve’s continued development in the story. I also enjoy the blurb before the chapter because it gives the readers hints about what is about to happen and helps the reader to piece the information together. More of the technology and the city is revealed in this book. It is set in the distant future with alternative events to our current day. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!
Gathering of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I highly recommend this book due to the characters and the twists and turns throughout the series. Leora of Mae wants to escape her foster family that wants to sell her into servitude. Roland is a thief who lives by illegal means. Aurora is a lady of high society (gentry) whose family has been overthrown. Finally, Leopold is an ex White Rider that has many secrets and is looking for redemption. These most unlikely characters cross paths and stick together on an epic journey to survive. The book is set in the future after the fall of technology and seems to be back in the Middle Ages. There is magic, knights, and politics. Many of the secrets are revealed along their journey but the book ends in a major cliffhanger. I can’t wait to read the next book!
The Curse of Jean Lafitte by Mary Walsh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I’ve always wanted to visit New Orleans, but this book made me feel like I’d experienced it the quirks and tours and magic of it all before. Jean Lafitte was a captain seeking treasure and along the way, discovered trouble for he and his crew. In an effort to find a way to break their curse, Lafitte approached Marie Leveau but found themselves to be double crossed by the wily NOLA Voodoo queen. Luckily for Jean, she forgot a caveat regarding the 200th October new moon and the opportunity it awards him to break the curse on his own. Fast forward to the approach of this 200th October new moon.
Juliet Vance is a baker who got herself fired when a food critic almost choked to death on a small baby trinket in one of her desserts. When she meets Jean Lafitte after his return, she mistakes him for another drunk in the French Quarter. The next day changes things, however, and she chooses to work with him. While working with Lafitte, they find that him touching her allows her to see the spirits of the historically haunted city right along with him. Will Jean be able to reverse the curse by finding the jewels in time? Will Juliet be able to cope with the actual paranormal she is witnessing now? History, mystery, out loud laughs, pirates, food, some suspense…a fun, fast read.
Critical Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I was really excited to start reading the next book in this Series and I have to say I loved this one from start to finish. It is full of intrigue and Suspense whiek also bringing the chemistry and Romance.. I loved reading about these characters and watching them navigate a difficult scenario. I was drawn to their story and their connection.
This book isna great addition to the series. I would definitely recommend reading all of them because they are just that good. This author is one I always enjoy and it is because of books like this. I would highly recommend this book and this series.
Test of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book from this series I have read and it is really peaking my interest. I usually tend to read romance but this series has been able to extend my reading interests. I find that the books really flow well from one another and that I could not put this book down. I really became enamelled in the characters and the adventure they are embarking on. I really like how the author is able to wind together adventure,intrigue and a dash of romance. I really felt drawn to the characters and the chemistry that is being built within this series. I really look forward to further books in this series to see how it evolves.
Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Traveling with his friend Cray, Hay is headed to a birthday party.They saw so many things on their travels. But most importantly they problem solved and faced their fears together. Another lesson learned is how to ask for help when something is hard.The illustrations are beautiful and this is a great read aloud for any young kiddo.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79284586-savage-truth” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite #2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1673989510l/79284586._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79284586-savage-truth”>Savage Truth</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/23199631.Isla_Vaughn”>Isla Vaughn</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6296556387″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Second book in the series by this author who manages to blend and fuse Young /New Adult, High School bully romance with angst and warmth that could bring a happy ever after.<br />In this well written book we follow the story of Cole, highschool king and Riley as their relationship develops from one of abject dislike but attraction and ,not good enough for me’. Things change when Cole discovers secrets about Riley and her mother. The push and pull relationship grows and changes as the characters continue to grow.<br />Another amazing read. <br />
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Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another great story in the Grandma’s Closet series. In this story, Carrie finds dowsing rods in her Grandma’s Keep Closet and she learns that whatever she asks them to find, they will. When she’s not impressed with her initial asks (gold and water) she asks them to find something valuable. The rods lead her to something extremely valuable (plus another surprise…perhaps for another story). As I always say with Wickstrom’s books, I absolutely love her ability to intertwine science and “school” learning with “emotional” learning and life lessons and this story is no different. I really enjoy the Grandma’s Closet series and am looking forward to the next installment.
Reviewed by @meggs1717
Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the super cute story of Cray and Hay as they go to visit Hay’s mother for her birthday party. I absolutely love the lessons that Rhymes teaches little readers throughout his books (and there are more than one) and I love that he does it through rhyme. As you are reading this book out loud to your littles, it becomes very sing-songy and just such a great time. And not only do we learn valuable life lessons through very catchy rhymes, the illustrations are absolutely astounding. The colors are deep and rich and just mesmerizing. I can’t get enough of Cray and his adventures with his friends. These are fantastic books to read with your littles!
Reviewed by @meggs1717
Savage Truth by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Amazing! This author will draw you in and not disappoint. Characters are fabulous, well developed. This is a fast-paced book and once you start reading, it is hard to put down. This author will invite you in and you feel part of the story. Definitely hooked and will be reading the next one.
Fantasy at a whole new level. Fast paced science fiction that will keep you glued to the end. Great characters with very detailed descriptive scenes. This author is on it, draws you in with great pace throughout. Looking forward to the next one.Test of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fantasy at a whole new level. Fast paced science fiction that will keep you glued to the end. Great characters with very detailed descriptive scenes. This author is on it, draws you in with great pace throughout. Looking forward to the next one.
