Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins My rating: 4 of 5 stars Emma Evans is a intelligent, independent young lady.. uncovering mysteries across the city of Chicago in the 1880’s. The author did a good job giving all the characters depth and a reason to be in the story. A most enjoyable view of the […]
Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges by Kimberly Mullins My rating: 4 of 5 stars Book 3 in this series delivers! Our heroine continues to evolve and find herself steeped in continuing intrigues. This installment sees Emma and Jeremy travelling to New York City and across the Atlantic to Paris. The travel and sights of […]
Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young My rating: 4 of 5 stars Every once in awhile, the glimpse of a dance floor and sounds of the past would slip through Tess’s fingertips as she stocked the shelves of her very own boutique, Divine Vintage with beautiful items from times gone by. Until she met Trey, […]
The Mesmerist by Claire Luana My rating: 5 of 5 stars From page one, I slipped into the telling of this story and never left. Such a well written tale of coming of age, court intrigue.. murder, young romance, mysticism and manipulation. Somehow the author packs every chapter full and still keeps us right on […]
Daire’s Devils by Danielle Ackley-McPhail My rating: 4 of 5 stars Fantastic world building…in space! Even though we dropped right into the action, I was able to understand all the factions, each with just enough description to let me know which side of the playing field they stood on. Our main character is tough, she […]
Swipe Right to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen My rating: 5 of 5 stars One of my favorite genres is romantic comedy, toss in a little paranormal spice and you have everything you could want to keep you reading. Set in my #1 wish to visit cities, New Orleans.. Katrina is a fasting succubus, barely managing […]
States of Grace by Mandy Miller My rating: 5 of 5 stars I knew I would love this book, I was drawn to the ‘life keeps hitting hard, but I keep getting up’ heroine – a decorated veteran who came home from Iraq with both a Purple Heart and prosthetic leg. This fast paced legal […]
The Heart of a Hussar by Griffin Brady My rating: 5 of 5 stars If you are hoping to be swept up into a historical adventure, full of heroes and enemies, romance and treachery.. look no further. Diligent research gives this novel a rich reality, and excellent writing paints an amazing picture of life in […]
A Cold Creek Christmas by K.G. Fletcher My rating: 4 of 5 stars The success of recipe always depends on the quality of your ingredients, and this small town snowy romance does not disappoint!! Well developed main characters, vibrant imaginings of small town somewhere and just enough background history to give the story realism. Sparks […]
Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie My rating: 4 of 5 stars The real magic is within the pages of this lovely book. Simple ways to turn the everyday into something to rejoice. Filled with anecdotes and wisdom, I am thankful to be reminded of the pleasure and yes, […]
Dead Sound by Anise Eden My rating: 5 of 5 stars This new to me author delivers a great read!! From the first page I was caught up in the unravelling story. With twists and turns, political intrigue and believable situations this book has it all. All set in Washington D.C., such a hotbed of […]
Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine My rating: 5 of 5 stars Book 2 finds Lauren free-lancing as a court stenographer after the events of Book 1, if you have the chance, read them in order to understand exactly what she went through. When she finds herself temping with her ex-husband residing as judge over […]
Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine My rating: 5 of 5 stars The best thing about this story, it had me rooting for the main characters! Told from the point of view of a court stenographer, the author introduces a widening cast of likeable characters and believable suspects. I enjoyed the moral dilemma Lauren faces, privy […]
The Guardian’s Legacy by Luciana Cavallaro My rating: 5 of 5 stars The Guardian’s Legacy, what fantastic first book, of what will be a great series. Fans of Dan Brown, will enjoy how the author tangles Greek mythology, ancient minted coins and modern day technology into a worthy adventure! I enjoyed meeting this generation’s Guardian, […]
Cursed Luck by A.J. Renee My rating: 4 of 5 stars Cursed Luck A.J. Renee has done it again! Cursed Luck is a great read full of Broderick style romance, introducing new powers and family members! Edward, can still remember the loss of his mother… And feels anything but lucky – in life and romance. […]
Why we don’t die in Dreams by Debbie Zello My rating: 5 of 5 stars Lured in by the promise of a racy scene or two I was not disappointed, there is so much more to this book! Debbie Zello has crafted an amazing tale full of layers and intrigue.. each time I thought I […]
Potager Plot by Vikki Walton My rating: 4 of 5 stars Quite the cast of characters join our heroine Anne, as she uncovers yet another mystery in the not so sleepy town of Carolan Springs.. We are given a bird’s eye view as Anne winds her way through the suspects and clues in Book 5 […]
The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber My rating: 5 of 5 stars In the 2nd Installment of Pauline Gruber’s series, The Girl and the Gargoyle, Lucy and Marcus take us on a wild ride. Those who’ve read Book 1, The Girl and the Raven, will be familiar with the main players, and we […]
Cursed Touch by A.J. Renee My rating: 5 of 5 stars A.J. Renee does it again in this, the 4th installment of the Broderick Coven Series. Carter, the doctor in the family and like all the siblings, has a special skill that drew him to his profession, a healing touch. Until he meets Vanessa, jewelry […]
Cursed Whispers by A.J. Renee My rating: 5 of 5 stars Claudia never knew a kind soul, and after a decade in captivity, abuse and confinement had become the norm. Until faced with the thought of her daughter living the same existence, and then Claudia escaped with Katia running towards something, a whisper of kindness. […]
Cursed Sight by A.J. Renee My rating: 5 of 5 stars Book Two of the Broderick Coven series follows Serena and Ethan on their journey to strengthen Ethan’s Oracle powers. Each page brings adventure, and a deliciously brewing romance. Ethan and the six Broderick siblings form a tight bond that Serena, the Bishop Coven’s high […]
The Girl and The Raven by Pauline Gruber My rating: 4 of 5 stars I like how the author weaves the threads of the story through the different characters into web of intrigue.. Great foundation building for the series of stories to come. Not a regular of YA Paranormal Romance, I enjoyed the sweet romantic […]
Check Out by Debra Parmley My rating: 4 of 5 stars I was enticed by the marine veteran meets librarian storyline and stayed for the sensitive way the author handled Nash’s PTSD and his return home. Appreciated the concept of communication, talking to each other before getting too deep in the relationship. Both main characters […]
Mr. Nice Guy by Belinda Williams My rating: 4 of 5 stars Well, I am a sucker for a friends to lovers story and this one doesn’t disappoint! Belinda Williams pulls together well developed characters and a believable story line into a sweet and a little bit steamy romance… With a supporting cast that keeps […]
Manifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson My rating: 4 of 5 stars It is the generational stories that keep the spirit alive and truly tell the tale of how history affected real people. In this short story by Dr Yvonne Johnson, we hear young voices tell the story of several generations of an African-American family. Through […]
Captured by the Viscount by Wareeze Woodson My rating: 4 of 5 stars In a time where options for women were few and far between, Isabel had to make her own. Wareeze Woodson has crafted a story filled with twists and turns, delicious bad guys and honorable heroes.. we are immersed into a historical whodunit […]
Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley My rating: 4 of 5 stars From the very first paragraph, Amy McKinley transports the reader into the crumbling political history of Caracas, Venezuela, seen from the eyes of the girl our heroine used to be. Events that will forge her future and leave her with a secret past […]
