One Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper – Review by Kerry Carr

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One Quarter VillainOne Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really good YA fantasy adventure. I have read books by this author before and I have loved them all. This was such a good read that I couldn’t put it down.
The author has a great skill for world building and writing characters that you can’t help but be invested in.

When Maddy gets a DNA test kit of her gran for her birthday she isnt impressed but decides to do it anyway. Little does she realise the results will alter her life forever.
Turns out Maddie is one quarter villian. What does that even mean?
With her friend Leo they try to figure out what it means. When they both take the test to find out how bad they are Leo doesn’t take it seriously which then causes him the he taken to another world.
When Leo disappears Maddie has to face challenges and obstacles to try and save Leo but these challenges have her starting to question just how much of a villain she does have inside her.
Is Maddie really a villain? Can she save Leo?
This is an interesting look at good Vs evil and whether we are born that way or our choices in life make us that way.
With the fantasy/fairytale elements added in it makes the story and references easier to understand for younger audiences as well as older ones.

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The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/212183311-the-husbands” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Husbands” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1714147271l/212183311._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/212183311-the-husbands”>The Husbands</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19564586.Naomi_Valkyrie”>Naomi Valkyrie</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6594110088″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
What an unexpected change of genre for this author, and I can say I am not in any way left wanting. This well written book has emotions twists and turns that were unexpected but rivitting.<br />This romance follows Dorian and Augustine who are brought together though a twist of fate, they meet after an accident, there is chemistry and deeper feelings are discovered but they are both in relationships so decide to part ways, only to be reintroduced by their wives. The chemistry has not lessened. Will they follow their hearts or once again part ways.<br />
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Homicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee – Review by Michelle Troyer

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Homicidal InnocenceHomicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

All I can say is…WOW!!! This book had so many twists and turns in it, with love, suspense, action. It pulls you in at the beginning and has you guessing all the way through. I can’t wait to read more from this author!

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Toasted (Love Burns Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/209449629-toasted” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Toasted (Love Burns #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1709504926l/209449629._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/209449629-toasted”>Toasted</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21372915.Isobel_Reed”>Isobel Reed</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6594044416″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
An amazingly well written small town romance, the characters and the town are described in detail and hooks you to continue reading.<br />We meet Libby who has an unsettled past, she has moved into her late aunt’s house and her toaster catches fire, she’s only been in the area a day. <br />Zach is our hero in this boo in the series, firefighter and romantic at heart, he is besotted with the newcomer to town. Can he win her over?<br />A light hearted read that certainly opens up the desire to read more of this series.<br />
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Percy’s Brides (A Double Trouble Romance) by Ivy Hart – Review by Finn Cunningham

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Percy's Brides: A Double Trouble RomancePercy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romance by Ivy Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Percy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romace by Ivy Hart was an interesting little read. I’m not a big western fan, but I rarely shy aware from a new genre. I’ll admit I was just as smitten with Percy as Clara and Amelia! I loved Ivy’s ability to bring these characters to life, as well as vivid world building that put you right beside the characters and kept you turning pages. I was definitely pleasantly blown away by my introduction to this genre, and look forward to seeing more from Ivy Hart!

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Toasted (Love Burns Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Alyssa McLean

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Toasted (Love Burns #1)Toasted by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

LOVED this! It was cute, steamy and a quick read. I read it in one sitting! The friendships in it made me laugh and reminded me of my own friends. The relationship was HOT! I can’t wait to read the next one and see more with these characters!

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Sashimi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by

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Sashimi (Evil Sushi #2)Sashimi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series and they just keep getting better. This book is a quick read and it will have you wanting to know more with every page. This is a different take on the genre than I am used to. Being as it is the second book in the series, I feel that you could read them out of order. You will be able to grasp the concepts of the book without feeling like you’re missing anything. However, if you did read them in order, you would definitely have more insight into what is going on. I felt like this new take on things really made the genre feel vibrant and fresh to me again. I wasn’t expecting some of the twists and turns that this book takes but I am completely here for it. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series. This book offers suspense, horror, paranormal, and dystopian elements that I couldn’t get enough of. I only wish that the book was longer. It was a great read and I can’t recommend it enough. If you haven’t read the first book in the series go and read it, you won’t be disappointed.
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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Barbara Bohls

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in the series and I knew from book 1 that I needed to follow this series all the way through. I can say that I am not disappointed that I did. It is a quick read but you will find yourself turning pages to see what happens next. The author is able to take a genre and do something that I would have never expected. The author keep this going all the way through the three books. I really felt the story process from book to book. That being said you don’t necessarily have to read them in order. I feel like you would be able to pick up everything from the book and not feels if you’re missing something if you haven’t read the other two. However, once you actually read this book you will want to go and read the others in the series. I am pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed this book and I felt like the books kept getting better with each one. This book does seem shorter than the others but the content is still there. It did feel a little rushed but I felt like that with the other books as well. I think it is because I wanted it to continue and go more in depth.
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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Melissa Fink

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was one of the first books I have read by Byrd Nash and it was amazing. I feel like this book was slower paced than the 1st but eventually picks up. It really was a great book and I read this one in a day! I highly recommend if you love ghost stories and mysteries! I will be reading more by this author because it was an amazing read.

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Opposite Day for Dinopotamus (Dinopotamus Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carrie Reed

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Opposite Day for DinopotamusOpposite Day for Dinopotamus by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another cute Dinopotamus book! Beautiful artwork, and I love the story, the diversity and the lesson so much. Opposite Day is such a fun idea for the class to learn about, and Meg is so compassionate when it comes to Dino thinking the teacher was telling him he did a bad job. The children and teacher interact with Dino so nicely and include him in everything, making sure he understands as well. I would love to read more Dinopotamus stories!

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Samantha Cleaver

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a def read. Bailey’s writing style was perfect for this story. Sometimes the world building in stories will bore me, but this book was the opposite. She has such vivid descriptions I was able to imagine everything easily. Couldn’t this book down!

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I didn’t even know what to expect when I chose this book to read. I knew that it would be unique from all the other books I have read. There is a lot of action and mysteriousness of what is going on with the new species taking over the world. I applaud the author with their creativeness and being descriptive enough to let the reader see what is going on according to the characters perspective.

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Percy’s Brides (A Double Trouble Romance) by Ivy Hart – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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Percy's Brides: A Double Trouble RomancePercy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romance by Ivy Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a wholesome read and Percy is such a kind soul , he may sell hardware but he’s got a soft gentle way about him ….this was a story of people searching for love and living life in a very time

So he’s needing a bride and both his mother and sister are encouraging him to think about a mail order bride and while he’s hesitant he finally gives and writes a letter …. Now I get his hesitation but I. Those days it wasn’t unheard of or that strange , I’d be very weary in this day and age though ..

So Clara replies with some encouragement of Margret , a friend and also a teacher and she’s a school teacher and shame I felt sorry for her because she didn’t always have it easy being a teacher and a woman in that time , also she was determined to make it on her own and not depend on her family influence which says a lot about her as a person I think anyhoo she has desire to be a wife and mother and if I’m honest I’d also fall for Percy and his beautiful penmanship 📚

Percy felt it unfair to bring a woman into the hard living of a mining town and especially if she was from the city because amneties were limited and it isn’t an easy life so he’s honest and wants to paint a picture of what would be her life ….

Then we have Amelia our seamstress who is rather talented and a humble soul but she also has dreams not only for her shop but also of love and family … and she reads of Percy and quest of finding love ….. she too writes a letter to Percy

Percy has his hands full when both ladies arrived with days of each and hoping to be his wife and then tragedy strikes at the coal mine and romances are put on hold when survival becomes more important and when a town has to pull together and stand together….. my heart just broke for everyone involved ….

All is well that ends well as it always is with God’s plan and His will will always prevail 🙏I just want to say that Percy is a man with a love for God and he’s a big heart and I may just have thrown myself into the equation if I wasn’t already madly in love with my own Percy 😉❣️

Productivity is Power II: For Creative, Business, and Other Professionals by Hillary Rettig – Review by Finn Cunningham

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Productivity is Power 2: For Creative, Business, and Other ProfessionalsProductivity is Power 2: For Creative, Business, and Other Professionals by Hillary Rettig
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

  1. Productivity is Power 2 by Hillary Retig is a wonderful self help book for procrastination in all its forms. Definitely a handy tool to anyone who may need the extra help getting motivated, with several hands on activities to keep you involved. This has definitely helped me not only at work, but also within my every day life. I don’t normally read books like this, but I’m glad that I read this one!

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Finn Cunningham

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Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #2)Delicious Death by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Delicious Death is book 2 in the Madame Chalamet Series. I was very much looking forward to this book after reading the first one! Bryd came back with more wit, twists, turns, and of course, ghosty adventures. Overall I love supernatural mysteries, and this series has quickly become one of my favorites! Wholeheartedly cannot wait to jump into the next book!

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Second Glance: A Serrulata Saga Romance Novel (The Serrulata Saga) by A.E. Bennett – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Second Glance (The Serrulata Saga)Second Glance by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars
Second Glance: A Serrulata Saga Romance Novel (The Serrulata Saga) by A.E. Bennett

Second Glance: A Serrulata Saga Romance Novel ( The Serrulata Saga) is a MM Romance that I really wasn’t sure what to expect going in. I had a really hard time getting into the story and I couldn’t make myself connect with the characters. I wanted to but just couldn’t. I’m going to to put this on the list of rereads and hopefully the second time around will be better. If you like this genre then I’d recommend reading it to find out what happens next. This is a fairly new author to me and I’m going to check what other books they have.

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The Handshake Agreement (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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The Handshake AgreementThe Handshake Agreement by A. Akinosho
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars
The Handshake Agreement (Book 1) by A. Akinosho

The Handshake Agreement (Book 1) is a Second chance romance/ Age Gap romance that will have your emotions all over the place. The twists and turns had me on the edge of my seat turning the pages trying to figure out what was going to happen next. The characters are developed and creative yet make the story come to life. This is Anne and Declan’s story. He had no plans of ever marrying her and yet years later he finds himself craving her. She is a realist and doesn’t believe in love, that is until he crashed into her life. But when he leaves her at the alter things changed. There’s a lot going on and at times I had a hard time following but I pushed through. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next . I’m looking forward to reading more from this Author.

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Percy’s Brides (A Double Trouble Romance) by Ivy Hart – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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Percy's Brides: A Double Trouble RomancePercy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romance by Ivy Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a clean historical western romance book with a plot that revolves around mail-order brides. The groom finds himself faced with a dilemma of two women and how multiple potential brides came into the picture. I think you’ll really enjoy this book if you’re a fan of historical westerns or romance novels. It’s a well-written and engaging story with characters that you’ll root for. I hope you’ll give this book a try. I think you’ll be glad you did.

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Book Club) by Marilyn Levinson – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub Book 1)Murder a la Christie by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am really starting to enjoy reading these cozy murder mystery books. I have not really read too many traditional murder mystery books, so the Agatha Christie books that are referenced, I am not familiar with, but the author did a great job of blending them in, in a way that even novice murder mystery readers can follow. I absolutely loved Professor Lexie Driscoll’s attitude and her refusal to believe that the death at her first book club is natural causes. As she starts investigating further, she starts to see the cracks in the sophisticated wealthy town she is staying in. As she continues to investigate, more members of the book club she is running start dying. She is also juggling handsome suitors while trying to investigate and convince people to take her seriously. This is a fun and faced paced story with well written characters, fantastic descriptions and so many twists and turns, you could get dizzy. I did my best to try and solve the mystery before the end, but I did not. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book!

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The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series Book #3) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill MysteryThe Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

The Monkey Island Murder is the third book in the Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery series by Rosalind Barden. I have been enjoying this cute historical cozy mystery series which is set in the 1930’s and follows Sparky, the spunky, street smart, precocious tween (11 year-old) FMC on her mystery solving adventures.
Sparky has had some interesting adventures/cases over the course of the series, and this one sees her thrust into some trouble, mischief and mayhem when her ‘boss’, Bookie, is implicated in a murder. Working to prove he has been set up- Sparky puts her detective skills to the test- which results in a fun read.
From murder, to set ups, antics, mobsters, Sparky’s movie star guardian, banter, investigation, and a little mayhem made for another intriguing and fun mystery/adventure. The South Seas Shenanigans (Book #4) will be the next adventure for Sparky (due to release early October 2024). Can’t wait to see what she gets up to there.
Again, as with the rest of the series, the story contains all the historical detailing, language, sights, and societal norms that you would expect from that era- it is richly detailed, and the descriptions are quite ‘visual’, adding an extra element of interest to the story/series. The characters are many and varied- but all are quirky and quite ‘colourful’ individuals. The author definitely did a great job of bringing her characters and story to life.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Rosalind Barden!

 

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Percy’s Brides (A Double Trouble Romance) by Ivy Hart – Review by Hannah Porter

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Percy's Brides: A Double Trouble RomancePercy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romance by Ivy Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first time coming across author Ivy Hart. This story Is great if you are looking for something short but with drama filled twists and turns, this is the book for you and you won’t regret reading. This historical western romance with now one but two mail-order brides, from the male MC family. I also loved the hea we got for the main characters.I definitely wanna read some of this author’s other books like the Jardin sisters series, it looks good and the covers are super pretty. And they are quick reads, from what I’ve seen this author writes fast reading. Which is awesome for when you need those quick Romance fixes 🤣🥰 I look forward to discovering more from this author.

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Whiskey Throttle (Moto X Series Book 6) by Brooke May – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/209353275-whiskey-throttle” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Whiskey Throttle (Moto X #6)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1714449754l/209353275._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/209353275-whiskey-throttle”>Whiskey Throttle</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13487635.Brooke_May”>Brooke May</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6592584735″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Parker has been living life in the fast lane as a well known motocross racer. He has been living like a rock star if you will. All of the partying has been his way of coping with his PTSD and it hasn’t worked. Even though he thought he was doing everything in his power to be a good partner to Megan and a good father to Lindsey, but it wasn’t enough. Megan has had enough. She packs up Lindsey and all of their belongings and leaves. Parker has finally hit rock bottom and decides that he needs to get his life together. If not for himself then for his little family. Will he be able to face his past and work through his trauma? Will he be able to get Megan to come back to him? This book is a bit different than the other work I have read by this author, but it was good. I came into this series halfway through with this book and feel it can be read as a standalone. I will be going back to read the others so I can get a better feel for the series as well as any recurring characters. Even if you don’t want to read the series as a whole I do recommend this book as it was good on its own.
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Double Delight (Double Delight Series) by Julie Castle – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Double Delight: The Complete SeriesDouble Delight: The Complete Series by Julie Castle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Double Delight is two shorter steamy romances rolled into one. The author brings us to a small town of what seems to be second chances at happiness. The four main characters for their own reasons are/aren’t looking for sex let alone romance but it finds them. The way the author navigates both stories keeps the reader wanting more.
Story 1: April is determined to lose her v-card. Everyone she knows seems to be getting married and in relationships. Her on the other hand is in a failed 3 year engagement. Her aunt’s medical emergency gave her an easy out. Out on the prowl April decides Will is her target. Who is a very willing target indeed. Will wants her more than just one night. Especially once he finds out her secret. He knows it should be special. However can he put himself in a place where he’s available for more?
Both have meddling exes. Will they make it as a couple?
Story 2: Monica is on the hunt. The hunt for a husband. Creating lists of potential suitors and weighing the pros and cons of those decisions is her strategy. After one failed marriage she wants to get it right this time. That is until Matt blows the whole thing out of the water. He’s not the marrying type. But she can’t keep her mind and thoughts off of him. As for Matt he’s never felt this way and is determined to prove her wrong. Tasked with planning a joint pre wedding shower/bachelor party that could be exactly what’s needed to keep them together. Will Matt prove Monica wrong?
There’s love, romance, and tons of passionate steam throughout this book. Both stories have the reader rooting for the characters to take the right path. Now will you?

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Percy’s Brides (A Double Trouble Romance) by Ivy Hart – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/212113209-percy-s-brides” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Percy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romance” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1714032656l/212113209._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/212113209-percy-s-brides”>Percy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romance</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/17915481.Ivy_Hart”>Ivy Hart</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6592543736″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Rather than go into the family business, Percy has opened his own hardware store a town over. He does well for himself but his mother and sisters worry about him not having someone to take care of him. Mail order brides are all the rage and it may just be what gets him down the aisle. Percy sends out letters and at least two young women want to get to know him better. Clara arrives hoping to wed Percy and start building up the education in the community. Not too long after, Amelia arrives thinking she is going to wed Percy. Who will he choose? This was a fun and quick read. The story flowed nicely and the characters were likeable. I will definitely read more books by this author.
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Percy’s Brides (A Double Trouble Romance) by Ivy Hart – Review by Nina Maes

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Great characters and fun story. Truly a happy ever after story. Lots of family drama and entertaining moments. I would recommend for anyone looking for a fun romantic novel. This is a quick read, and the storyline flows very well.

Percy's Brides: A Double Trouble RomancePercy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romance by Ivy Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Great characters and fun story. Truly a happy ever after story. Lots of family drama and entertaining moments. I would recommend for anyone looking for a fun romantic novel. This is a quick read, and the storyline flows very well.

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Whiskey Throttle (Moto X Series Book 6) by Brooke May – Review by Robin Rankin

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Whiskey Throttle (Moto X #6)Whiskey Throttle by Brooke May

Whiskey Throttle (Moto X Book 6)

What a perfect end to this series. I loved that we got to go on this journey with Parker as he tries to figure everything in his life out.

Parker has PTSD from his childhood and has no idea how to get passed it and recover. Paige and others have pushed him towards getting help, but he wasn’t able to make that step until he hit his rock bottom. He does it in true Parker fashion and it is a huge wake up call to him.

While his love life is involved, this book is so much more than a romance. This book is more about healing and recovery which could help someone if they happen to read it.

I have read several books by Ms. May over the years, have enjoyed them all but this one touched me in a way I wasn’t expecting and I love it.

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Toasted (Love Burns Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Brittany Angel

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Toasted (Love Burns #1)Toasted by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Toasted is a fast-paced, small-town romance. When Libby finds herself needing the fire department so soon after moving to a new town, she has no idea what she’s in for when Zach is one of the firefighters who show up to help her. What quickly ensues is a romance she never knew she could want or have. Their banter was fun to read, and the supporting characters were all excellent additions that hopefully get their own stories soon!

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Italian American (Jack & Mariella Book 2) by Luigina Vecchione – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Italian American: Jack & Mariella’s journey continues…Italian American: Jack & Mariella’s journey continues… by Luigina Vecchione
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Italian American is the story of Jack and Mariella, after their marriage and Mariella coming to America. I did not know it was a sequel, and now I am very excited to go back and read book 1- where it all began. I decided to read the book just off the cover art- it pulled me in. The story begins as Mariella and Jack’s daughters are adults and asking their mother to tell her story of being a young Italian bride coming to America. The story reads like a memoir- very realistic and filled with details and feelings. We hear the first hand struggles of learning the American language, being a foreigner after WW2, and the feeling of being torn from your family in a time without cell phones. I fell in love with the characters and the story telling. I look forward to the prior book, and more from this author.

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Alicia Furlan

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Wasabi (Evil Sushi Book 3)Wasabi by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wasabi is the third book in the Evil Sushi Series by C. A. King. I’m so glad that I stuck with the series until this final book. I definitely enjoyed it a lot more than the first and second books. That said I’d definitely recommend reading them in order. A lot happens in the early books. I enjoyed the unexpected ending to the series – I think Aileen definitely had the right idea!

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Sashimi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Alicia Furlan

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Sashimi (Evil Sushi #2)Sashimi by C.A. King
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Sashimi continues the dystopian Evil Sushi series. How will the world respond to the newest threat from Sashimi? All over the earth new infections and mutants are emerging. Scientists are trying to discover a cure while the government and armed forces are trying to protect human life. In this second book in the series I had a hard time following the story as it jumped around quite a bit. I needed to backtrack a couple of times to figure out exactly what was going on. That said, it’s definitely an interesting storyline and I’m excited to see where the final book takes us.

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