The Murders of Lillian Ross by Sirena Van Schaik My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is a thought provoking and at times difficult read as the author deals with mature subject matters and very sensitive issues, however these are dealt with honestly and in terms of the storyline. These could be triggers for some […]
Finding It All by Stacey Komosinski My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is the first book in the ‘Finding Happiness in Harmony series’ and it is such a heartwarming story of best friends and first love which really gave me a feel good feeling, and I love a happy ending. Chloe Larson is twenty […]
Alterations by Jane Suen My rating: 4 of 5 stars This original and intriguing story is the first book in a new trilogy and having been gripped all the way through this first instalment I now can not wait for book two. This fairly short but action packed read is a real page turner of […]
Houses of Deception by Cynthia Hamilton My rating: 5 of 5 stars Having read and enjoyed the previous five books in this series I was looking forward to Hamilton’s latest novel and was definitely not disappointed. ‘Houses of Deception’ is the sixth instalment in the Madeline Dawkins series and it was great to be back […]
Awakening the Gods by Kristin Gleeson My rating: 4 of 5 stars I thoroughly enjoyed this fantasy novel filled with magic, myth, romance and Irish music with a Celtic twist. It’s an original story which held me gripped from start to finish. Failed barista Saoirse and reclusive blacksmith Smithy hear the call of the Irish […]
Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens My rating: 4 of 5 stars This inspirational book of poems, prose and pictures takes an observational and contemplative look at “ego, behaviour, human relations, places, and the environment”. Although the poems do address the subjects of loss, refelection, and struggle the writer has taken […]
A Cold Day in Hell by Naomi Valkyrie My rating: 5 of 5 stars A Cold Day In Hell is book five in the ‘Life Is Hell’ series by Naomi Valkyrie and having read and enjoyed the previous four books I was looking forward to reading this latest novel and as usual I was not […]
Stumped: Love Behind the Wickets by Pamela Q. Fernandes My rating: 4 of 5 stars I thoroughly enjoyed this heartwarming sports romance which had me hooked from start to finish. The storyline centred around the poster boy for English cricket, the English vice-Captain Claude de Lussan and the women who loves him Delilah Taylor. Claude […]
Unlikely in Love by Olivia Sherwood My rating: 5 of 5 stars This was a lovely sweet romance set in a small Oklahoma town with a second chance at love theme. The storyline flowed well and had some very touching moments and some very funny moments which along with the wonderful characters kept me happily […]
The Heart of Baker Bay by Danielle Jacks My rating: 5 of 5 stars I really enjoyed this sweet contemporary romance set in a small village by Danielle Jacks. This was an easy and lighthearted read which left me with a real feel good feeling. Main characters, Jody and Adam are definitely opposites when they […]
Least Likely Suspect: Revenge by Cooper McKenzie My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is a gripping story which had me hooked from the first line and I literally could not put this book down. In order for retired school teacher Samantha Wycoff to get justice for the murder of her son Thomas she must […]
Out of Tiime by Toni Denise My rating: 4 of 5 stars A gripping novel of romantic suspense which had me gripped from page one. Lifelong tourist and adventure seeker Jessica was born with the travel bug but after years on the move she decides to open a bed and breakfast. However when Will, who […]
Remember His Name by Laurencia Hoffman My rating: 4 of 5 stars An engaging MM thriller romance which does have trigger warnings and is book two in the ‘Remember My Name Series’ but can be read as a standalone story. Wren Stafford is an Empath, and so the intrusive feelings of others enter his mind […]
Manifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson My rating: 4 of 5 stars This original story by Dr. Yvonne Johnson is a fascinating, emotional and thought provoking novel. ‘Manifested Dreams’ “chronicles the history of an African-American family through several generations living in a radically divisive America”. The story is told via letters which Amari is reading, the […]
Georgia Clay by K.G. Fletcher My rating: 4 of 5 stars I thoroughly enjoyed this entertaining and engaging second chance at love romance and thought it was a great first book in a new series, ‘Southern Promises’. Georgia Clay an award winning songwriter is well known in Nashville and meets up with his high school […]
Beginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short Stories by Jane Suen My rating: 4 of 5 stars A very enjoyable and engaging book of original short stories based on the theme that “life never turns out like you expected”. Each story is a very quick read but is also a complete story and Suen makes […]
Lake of Flowers by N.L. Holmes My rating: 5 of 5 stars I have now been following Hani, an Egyptian Diplomat from book one and I always look forward to a new story and I am never disappointed. Each book can be read as a standalone story, however I feel that the reader will enjoy […]
Mr. Nice Guy by Belinda Williams My rating: 5 of 5 stars I loved this romantic comedy by a favourite author of mine Belinda Williams. ‘Mr. Nice Guy’ is the first book in a new series featuring the naughty but nice Pierce Brothers. This was a lighthearted, fun read with plenty of romance and a […]
Captured by the Viscount by Wareeze Woodson My rating: 5 of 5 stars This wonderfully written story is full of historical detail and time period social niceties all of which added to the feeling of being immersed in the era. When Lady Isabel Carlyle breaks into the Viscount Matthew Paul Rutherford’s residence she believes him […]
The Arsonist’s Handbook: A Gripping Psychological Thriller by L.A. Detwiler My rating: 5 of 5 stars I was gripped by this dark psychological crime thriller by Detwiler. Sixteen year old Jameson Wills has never known his father but is keen to find out about him. However having found an old journal in the attic the […]
Avenging Devil Part 1: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett My rating: 5 of 5 stars I am a big fan of Manda Mellett’s and always look forward to a new Satan’s Devils MC novel coming out and as usual I was not disappointed by this latest instalment. The storyline is set within […]
House in the Woods by Jessica Aiken-Hall My rating: 5 of 5 stars I was hooked from page one by this gripping crime thriller and was kept guessing until the very last page. Having finished her second year of college Molly Jackson is spending the summer looking after her Mum who has dementia. Molly has […]
Confessions of a Sophomore Prankster by Danielle Jacks My rating: 4 of 5 stars I enjoyed this feel good contemporary romance which although is part of a series can be read happily as a standalone story. I felt very engaged with the main characters, Setter and Casey and it’s definitely a case of opposites attract. […]
Hell In A Handbasket by Naomi Valkyrie My rating: 4 of 5 stars I loved being back in Juniper Lake and book three in the ‘Life is Hell’ series focuses on Teivel and Oren’s romance. I have thoroughly enjoyed the previous books in this original series by Naomi Valkyrie and this is another great addition […]
Secure Decision by R.L. Dunn My rating: 5 of 5 stars Having read and thoroughly enjoyed the previous four books in this series I was really looking forward to this latest novel and was definitely not disappointed. As usual with a ‘Chase Security Series’ book I was hooked from start to finish. Although part of […]
Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley My rating: 5 of 5 stars I found myself unable to put this book down as I was hooked from page one by the romantic and suspenseful storyline. Set in Italy the author really bought the cobbled streets and waterways of Venice to life with her detailed and descriptive narrative, […]
Hell Hath No Fury by Naomi Valkyrie My rating: 4 of 5 stars I found this paranormal romance both enjoyable and engaging and having read and enjoyed the previous book in the series I was not disappointed. This story focuses on hedonism demon Sheridan falling in love for the first time with Millicent who is […]
Kissing Scars by Jim Shomos My rating: 4 of 5 stars I fell in love with this romantic comedy novella which is inspired by a true story. When Sanaya, a computer games designer left her home in India to move to Australia and expand her carer she also had dreams of one day falling in […]
Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes by Danielle Jacks My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a fun lighthearted romance with an unlikely couple which had me hooked from page one. Zoe Merrill and her brother, Tyler’s ex best friend Damien have a mutual agreement to fake a relationship but the longer they live the lie […]
The Cross of Ciaran by Andrea Matthews My rating: 5 of 5 stars I thoroughly enjoyed this historical romance with a paranormal twist and could not put this book down. The storyline was fascinating and had me hooked from page one. Archaeologist Caitlin O’Connell unearths the find of the century when a fifth century pagan […]
