Blood Sector ( V-Clan Book 1 ) by Lexi C. Foss – Review by Carla Clemmons

Blood Sector (V-Clan #1)Blood Sector by Lexi C. Foss
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great steamy read! This was a different take on shifters that I have not read before. I really loved all of the passion between Kieran and Quinnlynn.The patience he has for her is so sweet.I enjoyed getting some background to Quinnlynn’s story and what really happened to her parents. I didn’t want the story to end and can’t wait to read more from this author. They have a very detailed and passionate writing style.

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The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

The Girl Who EscapedThe Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book started out with a bang! Several girlfriends are on a mini vacation in Florida when one of them gets a feeling they’re being watched. They’re offered a round of drinks in a bar but Angie didn’t want to chance anything since she was the designated driver. From there things happen rather quickly from them being taken hostage to her being accused of murdering her friends. Where is the culprit? He has disappeared into the darkness and left Angie to take the blame. Being the top guy in the line of work he does he can’t risk being caught. He vows to find her and either turn her over to the man he works for or kill her. Will she be able to prove she is innocent and get justice or will she be stuck behind bars for many years to come?

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Master Romano (Masters of the Consulate Book 4) by Sylvia Black – Review by Chelsea Foster

Master RomanoMaster Romano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This isn’t my normal read for starters. I really enjoyed that it was action-packed and a bit suspenseful. I usually watch things like this and not read them. Romano and Raven were drawn to one another from the start and I really loved reading their story come to life on the pages. Sort of like Romeo and Juliet they are from two completely different worlds and aren’t supposed to be together, it breaks every rule. They can’t be not together though so they are faced with the trials that come with it.

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My Darling Rogue (A Wicked Rogues Romance Book 1) by April Moran – Review by Ashley Cooper Hammontree

My Darling RogueMy Darling Rogue by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My, oh my, do I wish this book was longer. You could actually feel not only the timeperiod and language spoken between characters, but you could feel the love blossoming quickly between Lady Celia and Gabriel. The villian in the novel was interesting and his ending was just as daring. Highly recommend if you enjoy historical romance with steamy scenes.

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In Plain Sight (Logan Mckenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson- Review by Tabitha Montero

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Logan is settling happily into her new life, she’s going to marry her love Ben, she plays her violin, and meeting up with her two great friends Sam and Jean. Logan volunteers a the Cascades Raptor Center and becomes completely enthralled with the raptors and loves working along side vet Evka. The two women form a friendship. Logan comes into the center to find the vets office trashed and Evka dead at the hospital. Logans peaceful world has been turned upside down. She and her friends decided to do a little investigating on their own on the suspicious circumstances and the death and the very private Evka. As the friends dig deeper, the killers’ attention turns to Logan . Can they solve the crime before anyone else gets hurt?
Great murder/mystery story

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Heather Hoke

Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer's EggsDinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These are adorable books! I read them to my daughter (she will be a year old in a week). And she loooooved spike! Where I don’t really think the storylines make much sense, it is children’s books so it is ok I guess.

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Master Romano (Masters of the Consulate Book 4) by Sylvia Black – Review by Kerry Baker

Master RomanoMaster Romano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so exciting to see another book in this series, I had to start reading it straight away as I couldn’t wait. I was instantly transported straight back into the world that this author has so imaginatively created. This book, like the others, just adds to how outstanding this series is. Each one I think is better than the last and that the author surely can’t do any better. Each time she shows us just how much more she has to give.
The characters and the story blend so well in this book. Each compliments the other and makes the book all the better. This author is one I now never fail to pick up and read as I always know I am going to get an amazing story. This is one series I would highly recommend.

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I’m Not Your Difference (Fitz Series Book 4) by Theresa Sederholt – Review by Heather Hoke

I'm Not Your Difference (Fitz, #4)I’m Not Your Difference by Theresa Sederholt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really liked this book. However I really feel like it should be read with the rest of the series. It wasn’t terrible read as a standalone. But if I could go back and make the choice again I would read the other 3 first.
The way that Theresa tells a story, makes you feel like you are part of it. I truly felt like I participated in every single word!
I will definitely read more of her books!

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Heather Hoke

Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the MindEuphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the Mind by Ryan M. Becker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really liked the “flow” of his words. I only slightly got the “trippy hippy” vibe. For the most part I was able to just run with his words. It was like bouncing on a cloud.
Ryan has a way to make you just float.

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I Loved You Yesterday (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Jasmin Marie

I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats TrilogyI Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an incredibly heartwarming, beautiful, and slightly messy love story! I was immediately drawn to this book from the title– the idea of loving someone in the past, and then coming back to fight for that love really pulled me in and the author did not disappoint! The author added layers of detail that both enhanced the story and added to the characters. I felt that the characters were relatable, complex, and engaging- as I read, I NEEDED to know what would happen to them next. I am looking forward to the next book following this juicy love triangle.

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Diane Sennett

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jake, the first book in the Billionaire Blind Date series by Toni Denise, is a fast paced, feel-good book.
Jake Arnoldson, the CEO of a tech company, shouldn’t have a problem with dating women, but they only see his money not the man he is. His friends are on a mission to find him happiness with a woman who loves Jake for who he is, not his wallet. Of course, they have someone in mind; will she love Jake the man or his money?
Toni Denise will take you on Jake’s adventure to find happiness!

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The Letter Carrier by L.C. Lewis Review By Faith Jackson

The Letter CarrierThe Letter Carrier by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story is quite the emotional roller coaster ride but in a good way. It transforms you to another time, another place and allows you to enter what these characters endure from numerous perspectives. Your eyes will open, your heart will open and release but brings clarity to who and how much they’ve endured. Bravo, to the author: Great work!

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Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost to Love Book 1) by Hazel Storm Review By Christie Mitchum

Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost To Love, #1)Remember to Forget Me by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love discovering new writers, and I especially love discovering ones that will bring me back for more and that is just what Hazel Storm did with Remember to Forget Me. I know I won’t soon forget this wonderful second chance romance and the characters that captured my heart.

Addie and Wesley were once friends who shared a love of music and that friendship led to a teenage romance. However, their beginning was also their ending with a tragedy that almost led to Wesley’s death. Now, ten years later that romance might get a new beginning. This isn’t your normal second chance romance though. You see our leading man, Wesley, has no recollection of who Addie is. The only thing he remembers is the songs they wrote as teenagers, but he doesn’t remember that the songs that put him on the path to stardom were written with her. If the plot of this story sounds intriguing, it is.

I was drawn into their story from the very first pages. I loved the angst, and I loved the mysterious part of the book even more. Who almost killed him all those years ago, and why does Addie blame herself? I also kept dreading when he finally did regain his memory of that time and how it would affect their new relationship.

Not only was this an emotional romance, but it was also a story about hope, forgiveness, and second chances. It also delves into bullying, and what makes someone into a person that would hurt someone else. The answer is not always such a clear-cut one.

I fell in love with both Addie and Wesley, but I have to say Ash might tie for my favorite. What an intriguing character! I am hoping he will get his own book in the series! That will be an incredible read!

Hazel Storm isn’t just a writer, she is a storyteller. Her words are magical and lyrical, much like the songs that Addie and Wesley created together. I’m really looking forward to reading more of this series. She has found a new fan in me!

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The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan – Review by Whitney Morrison

The Girl Who EscapedThe Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not put this book down, I read it so fast! It was such a fun paced book with tons of action and things I didn’t see coming! The plot was great and the characters were fantastic. Of course Cody was my absolute favorite but I enjoyed everyone. I highly recommend reading this book, you won’t regret it!

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Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 1) by MK Harkins – Review by Maryn Belling

Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale, #1)Ashes by M.K. Harkins
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 1) by MK Harkins – Review by Maryn Belling

Were you less than thrilled with Neon Gods or Electric Idol? Are you too old for My Sister the Vampire or Monster High but still looking for a fun read where the clique is seen for who/what it truly is? Do you miss being able to watch Shrek and not feel like you should be analyzing it for your PopLit or Global Studies class?

MK Harkins delivers with this debut YA fairy tale. Even if you’re a former high school teacher or mom of a kid who’s trying to figure out who she is after her dad has passed away, you’ll feel a connection with Ashley.

Those connections are even stronger if you’re a teen facing hideous high school popularity issues while working and preparing for college while dealing with a family situation that amounts to the absolute worst of foster-care complete with court-ordered therapists and more road-blocks than the PCH during construction season.

I’m not saying you should throw cinderblocks at your stepmom when she commands you to schlep them around before school; but if you know why that would feel good this book might be a boost. Especially if your mandatory therapist disagrees with your coping skills or your after-school job includes being a cosmetologist at a mortuary.

In a world where good & evil aren’t always clear and social media has obscured magic, this book is a nice glimmer of hope.

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My Darling Rogue (A Wicked Rogues Romance Book 1) by April Moran – Review by Whitney Morrison

My Darling RogueMy Darling Rogue by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So good! The perfect amount of steam with a great storyline to go along with it. Gabriel and Celia were absolutely perfect together and I just couldn’t get enough. I read through this so fast because I just couldn’t put it down. I really enjoyed how the author wrote the characters and the story and really just everything.

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Hard Lover (Houston After Dark Book 2) by Deborah Garland – Review by Shea Gilkerson 9/1/22

Hard Lover (Houston After Dark #2)Hard Lover by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so good – it came out swinging with the club, but then followed it up with an interesting and well written story, to boot. Will be checking out more by this author.

Callie is a college student with lots on her plate to get her degree in social work, managing a dorm, and looking to pick up a TA job on campus, as well. Is THAT why she is still a virgin interested in visiting a sex club, or is it all because of Noah? Will she find him there? Will he turn her away?

Noah is former military and working campus security with his best friend Grant’s security company. He is a long standing member of The Stable, the local sex club with all sorts of kinks and opportunities safely available for people to enjoy. When he sees his best friends little sister standing outside of his voyeur room, he decides to see how interested she is…and it gets pretty hot. Will he break Callie’s heart or will he continue to see her as a little girl? Will they get to play?

Callie and Noah have good chemistry and are fun to read about, you learn about the suspense bit by bit as the story progresses, and you’re cheering them on. Good, fast read.

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Last Seen at Lighthouse Lane (An Outer Banks Mystery Book 1) by Sage Parker – Review by Colleen Noyes

Last Seen at Lighthouse Lane (Outer Banks Mystery #1)Last Seen at Lighthouse Lane by Sage Parker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Journalist Laura Williams is pulled back to her hometown when her mother takes a fall and needs help.

However one of the conditions from her work is that she will need to write about any story that they ask her to in order to get the time off. Unbeknownst to Laura she’s about to be thrown into a mysterious kidnapping, that will bring up memories from when she was a teenager. This is a very short novella with a lot of action and a well written start to the series. Please note that this does end in a cliffhanger so I recommend buying the series. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book.

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Fatal Memory (Agent Red:Teagan Stone Series Book 1) by Ava S. King – Review by Santana Hicks

Agent Red: Fatal Memory (Teagan Stone, #1)Agent Red: Fatal Memory by Ava S. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are looking for a quick read that is fast paced and filled to the brim with action, look no further!

Teagan Stone is a mother of 3 and a doting wife to her husband. One day she is kidnapped by her old team from an elite force of spies. With her memory gone, she has no idea who these people are and why they would want anything to do with her. Turns out she was a badass agent who decided to give up the spy life to raise her children. Unfortunately a former team member has gone missing and the clues lead to the last case Teagan and her team last worked together.

They tell her one more case and she can go back to her family. She never wanted to be dragged back into the life but has no choice.

The author did a really good job of stuffing the book full of action with a splash of politics. Taking place in the present with flashbacks so you know what the previous case was. I also really enjoyed the way the author wrote Teagan. She’s sassy, strong, smart and stubborn.

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Kara, Shieldmaiden of Eire (Forerunner Series Book 4) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Desiree Ottinger

Kara Shieldmaiden of Eire (Forerunner book 4)Kara Shieldmaiden of Eire by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The saga of the Agneson family continues!! Cub, Kara, Sorven, Thorfinn, and Uncle Karl are all scattered far from each other and facing their own battles to survive. Cub finds himself becoming known as a strategist. Kara finds herself as a hired sword and her first love. Sorven finds out that his cousin doesn’t make the best decisions and that he’d be better off alone. Thorfinn finds himself trying to protect his sister and ends up paying the price of a revenge plot. Karl find himself with an unexpected bride, and an impending sea battle. The magic, battles and heartbreak abound in this story. The kids are quickly growing up and changing while Uncle Karl does his best to survive. Can they all survive their personal battles? Will they ever come back together as a family?

I enjoy this author’s work! Each book I find myself immediately pulled into the story and I don’t want to put them down until the end! The characters are all well written. Their struggles and how they work through them feel very real -as much as fantasy can. There are a few unexpected twists at the end that had me heartbroken for one sibling and worried for another. I am looking forward to the next installment so I can find out what happens next!

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Unearthly Magik (Black Cauldron Detective Agency Book 1) by Matilda Reyes – Review by Tausha Treadway

Unearthly Magik (Black Cauldron Detective Agency Book 1)Unearthly Magik by Matilda Reyes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unearthly Magik (Black Cauldron Detective Agency Book 1) by Matilda Reyes. This was such a fun read. Its a fast paced, paranormal, supernatural story filled with magic, underground that is supernatural, secrets and mages. Ava is a Mage who runs the Black Cauldron Detective Agency and she knows all the goings on in New York. If you need secrets uncovered, objects found or just plain Mage gossip Ava is the one to call. When Tasis her formal rival shows up asking her to help find the Laurent Grimoire she may have bit off more than she can chew. She is full of worry if she can really trust Tasis or not. Is this all a big scam to ruin her and her agency. Will Ava and her Mage’s be able to find The Laurent Grimoire before bad people get their hands on it and start a supernatural war? Read this fast paced fun paranormal read to find out!

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Destiny’s Daughter (Intimate and Unfiltered Book 3) by Lynda Filler – Review by Kerry Carr

Destiny's Daughter: It was the best of times.Destiny’s Daughter: It was the best of times. by Lynda Filler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really beautiful book, following the memories and the life of the author. The writing is really good. As a reader you are gripped and it feels like you are viewing the story from the author’s eyes has it happens.

This is the 3rd book of memoirs however the author does a good job of making it enjoyable even if you haven’t read the previous books.

As with most people’s life’s there are ups and downs, sadness and happiness though this book but what I love is the author’s raw honesty and how they have overcome all the heartbreaks and sadness and moved forwards with the lessons they have learnt.
This is a story about starting over, finding a new place to settle down and put roots and realising that maybe your choice was wrong or could it just seem that way because of the circumstances happening around you such as seeing the warships on the way to attack Ukraine. Its about the effect seeing that had on the author and how it allowed her to stop and think and put her life into perspective and realise how her life had come full circle. From growing up as a military Brat she finds herself back close to a war zone. Is it coincidence or is it part of her destiny?

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Fatal Memory (Agent Red:Teagan Stone Series Book 1) by Ava S. King – Review by Tausha Treadway

Agent Red: Fatal Memory (Teagan Stone, #1)Agent Red: Fatal Memory by Ava S. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fatal Memory (Agent Red:Teagan Stone Series Book 1) by Ava S. King. I loved this book. Its a fast paced, action thriller. Its about Teagan Stone who is a retired operative on a mission to track down missing agent in Spain. Diablo Garcia is a very bad wanted drug Lord and Teagan doesn’t know how in the world she is going to capture him because she has lost all of her memory. She’s not excited about this mission but she knows she has to do it to save her Country. Being recruited by the Navy is a huge deal when she would really rather be at home with her husband and kids. She is having to rely on anything she can remember to save her self and get thru this mission. Teagan was such a fun, strong willed woman and I loved reading about her. This book will pull you in and you will be flipping pages way into the night. I can’t wait to read the next one!

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson- Review by Stephanie Driskill

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a great book In Plain Sight was. I have not read the other books in the Logan McKenna series but now I need to after finding such a strong and fearless female lead character that is very well-written and so easy to relate to. So, Logan finds herself enjoying her new life married to Ben and living on the beautiful Oregon coast. She enjoys her time playing her violin and volunteering at a wildlife rescue, but things are not as smooth as she hoped. Upon arrival one morning at work, she finds a co-worker dead and the raptor she was doctoring dead as well., it becomes a huge mystery as to who the killer is and why. Is it the coworker’s gay lover, ex-husband, or someone not even known to Logan? Logan takes matters into her own hands to find justice for her coworker and friend but puts her life in danger in the process. This was such a great book! A real vision of true friendship, love, and the need for justice. You will not be disappointed in this read! Strong female characters lead the investigation and finally solve the murder. Great character development and edge of your seat thriller, this is a great book to be read!

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Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost to Love Book 1) by Hazel Storm Review By Whitney Morrison

Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost To Love, #1)Remember to Forget Me by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great story of fate! I’m glad I read this all the way through, as I really fell in love with the story and the characters. Wesley and Addie are amazing and I loved learning all of the things about them. The emotional roller coaster that I went on through this book was something I really enjoy out of books. I highly recommend reading this one!

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Whitney Morrison

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really really loved this book! Jake was great as well as the other characters too. Lauren was a headstrong, independent woman and I loved how she was written so much. I loved going on their journey with them, even through all the rocky patches. I can’t wait to read the next books from this series!

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Bake Happy (Bake Believe Series Book 3) by Cori Cooper – Review by Moriah Venable

Bake HappyBake Happy by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have always wanted to learn how to bake, so the title of this caught my attention.

Though I haven’t read the other novels in the series, I still enjoyed this novel.

Seeing people come together through baking, just makes me happy. No wonder people would bring over baked good to neighbors like I’ve seen in some movies. It conveys you were thinking of them and wanting them to feel welcomed in the neighborhood.

There is some drama with family curses being swapped and Cat trying to fix it before anything bad happens.

I will have to read the previous novels and this one again.

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Hard Lover (Houston After Dark Book 2) by Deborah Garland – Review by Dawn Mitchell

Hard Lover (Houston After Dark #2)Hard Lover by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh My! The hot an steamy tension between Callie and Noah will definitely get you interested an want to stay up all night reading! Callie is a virgin an has been crushing on Noah for years but he told Grant (Callies brother) that he would protect her not sleep with her… Plus Noah’s past is creeping up on him so he decides its best to stay away. But can he? This book was a page turner full of twist turns, hot an steamy sex an great friendships. I will definitely read more from this author.

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Destiny’s Daughter (Intimate and Unfiltered Book 3) by Lynda Filler – Review by Shelly Kittell

Destiny's Daughter: It was the best of times.Destiny’s Daughter: It was the best of times. by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The author has written a beautiful memoir of her life. Yes, there are sad parts to her life but she focuses on learning and moving on. Like most of us, she has good and bad times. She overcame a heart issue. She includes beautiful pictures that also tell a story of her travels. I do like the fact that she gives you the basic facts to update you to the lastest in this, the 3rd of her memoirs. She puts herself out there and shares it all with the reader. I like the fact that she is still encouraging to the reader. It is a story that I will not likely forget. Iwill have to go back and read the first two books now. Well done, author.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Barbara Bohls

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is not in my normal wheel house of genre but was an amazing change of pace. I would consider this book an amazing palette cleanser from what I have been reading. That being said, lets get into the nitty gritty of this book (without spoilers of course). Let’s preface this with I haven’t read any other books in this series, so I can in starting fresh. Most times you will need to read the rest of the series to figure things out but I don’t feel like that is the case in this series. Granted after reading this book, I now want to go back and read the rest because it was just that good. Logan is an amazing character with a lot of depth that I didn’t foresee her having. She has an amazing relationship with her husband Ben. She plays a violin that she named (love that). She starts a new job doing something that she feels gives her purpose and is helpful. Then a murder happens to a co-worker. Well, not everyone thinks it is a murder. So, Logan decides to take matters into her own hands and investigate what happened. This book took so many twists and turns that when I thought I knew who did it or what was happening, I turned the page and found out I was completely wrong. It reminds me of the board game Clue. Everyone is trying to figure it out, you go to prove it but then there is another card that is shown and all your thoughts come crashing down. That is what kept me turning the pages and not being able to put the book down. This book is full of mystery, suspense, drama, danger, edge of seat scenes, and an amazing love story. I highly recommend reading this book and I am going to start at the beginning of the series.
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