Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Bobbi is a debutante who is beginning her career as a police detective. She has to prove that she is tough and can handle what is thrown her way. There is a serial killer on the loose and he has a type…Bobbi’s type.
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The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Aqua Marine is a young woman with dreams of being a superhero and despite having stellar parent, one a villainess and the other a superhero, she hasn’t quite inherited their prowess. The only thing she can do is control a cup of water, she can make it swirl, move and jump, but that’s it and what kind of rubbish power is that?
One day she is watching the news with her mother when there is a report of a villain, the Overlord Of The Dance who is strutting his stuff and using this to make everyone around him strut their stuff as well. He isn’t the most well known villains, but Aqua Marine spots her chance to make a name for herself and decides to confront him and stop him in his musical tracks. When she gets there however, he is less than impressed with her powers and pretty much laughs at her attempts to stop him, that is until he feels something squeezing and pulling him backwards, that something is actually a someone, it is Aqua Marine.
All she thinks is that she has hold of a cup of water, but until she watched him die in front of her, Aqua Marine doesn’t realise that the cup of water she was controlling was in the Overlords heart, so she calls in some help and he is rushed away in an ambulance. A few days after she fears she has killed the poor man and she is ready to turn herself in, instead she attends a function with her mother, something she is unwilling to, but expected to attend and it seems that her opportunity to become a hero has passed her by, that is until the Overlord appears and insists that she becomes his arch nemesis.
Will Aqua Marine take up the offer of being the hero nemesis to the Overlords villainy, or is the road to hell paved with good intentions, which are not the same as what everyone else wants? This is a super fun fantasy adventure where heroes and villains abound and mayhem ensues, all while you try and figure out which side will win in the end.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ritual Obsession by RL Dunn.
5stars out of 5stars
This book is about Bobbi, her new job as a NYPD agent and her coworkers at NYPD. In this book these NYPD agents are trying to catch a serial killer while going through multiple life changing events. Bobbi and Rose are an excellent example of strong relatable female characters and make you feel for them when they go through heartbreak and traumatizing experiences. I really enjoyed the steady progress of the story and the fact that there are multiple storylines. It definitely hits all the marks but it could be very heavy sometimes as it touches the subject of murder, sexual assault and the aftermath of surviving sexual assault. The characters are funny, relatable and intriguing. I gotta admit that the character Max stole my heart and his relationship with Bobbi had me going through all the feelings. On the other hand some characters will make your blood boil (no spoilers so I’ll let you decide who they are by yourself). This book is definitely a great start to the series. I can’t wait to read more from RL Dunn.
Murder in the Lightning Room by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Murder in the lightning room is one of those books that is so different from any other book you’ve read. I’m always excited to learn about history, and lately I’ve been digging into a lot of non fiction books. I was excited to read this as you find out that the main character Cora is living at the time of Nikola Tesla, and working so hard to solve the mystery behind his apprentice’s disappearance. With every chapter I was just itching to find out what Cora would find out next. When I realized she was basically investigating the disappearance I was even more invested in the book. I could barely put it down! I’m looking forward to more of the authors work. The twists and turns and the story telling ability if the author was very vivid! I literally read books just to escape d somewhere and this book does not disappoint!
Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I went into this one not really knowing what to expect as I’m not usually one to pick up a “cop drama” type novel. Boy, do I need to rethink that. Dunn writes amazing, well-rounded characters, and fleshes them out as they “come into view”. By this I mean as they become more important to the story and the main characters, which I love! I’ve always despised having an entire cast named and described to me, then having to come back some hundred pages later when some of them become pertinent.
Our main characters are Two female detectives, Rose and Bobbi. This follows them through both their personal and professional time while working the case of the Bathtub killer. Both women experience some major growth as characters and we really get to see that. There are some graphic scenes, and the cliffhanger at the end definitely had me screaming at my kindle app! Well played Dunn, well played.
Stitch by Stitch by Marie-Thérèse Hernon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Stitch by Stitch is a cosy mystery tale. It is a small-town romance with some humour. Marie-Thérèse has given readers a story that is an intriguing murder mystery. I really enjoyed the wit. The flawed, tough and sassy protagonist is likeable and relatable. Some characters you will like and others you just want to ring their necks. With one chauvinistic ex-husband, a boy who left her broken hearted, kids to look after and much much more Marie-Thérèse certainly puts Elizabeth through her paces.
Hoping to better her life for herself and her children Elizabeth finds herself falling in an even bigger hole.
This is a wonderful page turner that is easy to read which makes it perfect for a few hours of escaping the real world.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Stitch by Stitch by Marie-Thérèse Hernon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Elizabeth is my hero. She is a single mom working to recover from a bad divorce. She has a crappy ex and an ex-sister-in-law with a bad attitude. This poor gal has family drama coming out of the corners. You name it, she’s dealing with it. Toss in an ex-boyfriend who’s now the police chief (he happens to be investigating a murder). You’ve got drama, murder, romance, humor. Who needs ‘Real Housewives…’? I’ve got Elizabeth and her issues. I fell in love with this story. So relatable because the struggles are real. She’s just trying to take care of her family and dig a little time for her. She got duped into an “opportunity” to sell lingerie but, oops….her upline was murdered. Now, she’s stuck with this large investment to try to get rid off. I do fell the murder took a back seat while the other issues got more front line but it all ended coming together nicely. I don’t think I’ve laughed quite so much. Minus the murder, I’ve lived most of that life. My favorite part was watching Elizabeth grow and discover what she wanted as a person and going for what was important to her. It can be sad to see the romance not work out but to see her grow was exhilarating. Good book that I will recommend to all.
Tale of a Body Thief by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this paranormal story. I enjoyed how the author was able to use her writing skills to bring the story to life. The author’s attention to details made the story realistic which added to the story. This is a well written story about Rovena. She is used to hunting and killing demons but now she needs to keep one alive which totally changes the game for her. She is such a strong, supportive character that she made the story easy to read. I enjoyed how the author pulled me into the story from the beginning. This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down. An engaging story that you don’t want to miss. I really enjoyed reading this story and I highly recommend it.
Review by @bjwagner
Tale of a Body Thief by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Rovena has the coolest job in the world! She hunts demons! She also has special abilities that some of the other Hunters don’t, which gives her an advantage. Her job gets turned upside down when she is tasked with watching over a body that was originally in the morgue. Never before has she seen such an occurrence. Turns out the body is no longer inhabited by the original soul and now houses a demon. Rovena must keep him alive until they know what is going on. More demons are coming to Earth than ever before, something isn’t right in the underworld. Can she do this job correctly or will all Hell break lose, literally?
This was such a fun read! This book kept me entertained and wanting to find out what happened next.
Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Rose is a no-nonsense, do it by the book, and a good cop. She is partnered up with “Bobbi,” a society girl who is making waves for her stellar aim with her gun. Rose is not happy about any of this, but with a serial killer on the loose, she will have to put her feelings about this partnership on the burner. The “Bathtub Murderer” is taking out brunette haired, hazel eyed girls and guess who on the squad fits that bill? Bobbi.
Join Rose and Bobbi in this murder thriller. They deal with lose, love, friendship, and some tragedies. Will they catch this psycho or will the psycho catch them?
A must read and I cannot wait to read the rest of the series!
Tale of a Body Thief by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a start to a new series! This book grabs your attention right from the word go and really doesn’t let up at all. I loved everything about this book – the characters, the story, the writing style. The author has created a book that really stays with you even after you have finished reading.
The book is entertaining as well, in a way I don’t often find books like this to be. Honestly, it ticked all the boxes for me and if this is just the start I can’t wait to see what is to come next.
Goddess of Everything by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Goddess of Everything is unlike anything I have ever read. It is twisted, entertaining, and I couldn’t figure out what was going to happen next! It isn’t a shocking, too-scared-to-sleep type of read but will instead invade your brain slowly, almost unnoticeably, which is scarier to me.
There is nothing like the love a mother has for her son, but this read will have you questioning everything. Are your own perception filters blocking you from seeing something that is obvious to others? Gabriél has been raised to love his mother above all else, but once he marries Consuela, there is no black and white choice anymore it seems. Everything is a shade of gray, and he can’t figure which way to go.
Helping kids is Gabriél’s passion yet he finds something disturbing about some of the happenings at the orphanage where they live, and where his mother is in charge. I like that Consuela tries to gently yet consistently help her husband come to the truth without forcing her view onto him. There are some disturbingly graphic parts of this story that may affect sensitive readers but overall, this is a tremendous book.
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Triad Resumption: Part Two by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is part 2 of Chains story and I could not wait to dive right in, especially after reading part 1 (A Tormented Man’s Soul). Chains has been through so much in life that up until now he hasn’t been able to truly see all the good in it. We get to see so much growth in his character in this book. This story brought out so many emotions and I had a hard time putting it down once I started. The author did an exceptional job pulling me into the storyline and connecting me to the characters with her attention to detail. I have loved every book in this series and it is my recommendation that you read them. This is a must read.
KISS A THIEF by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is a great, steamy, standalone romance story that is pretty quick to read but a good read nonetheless. Although I think the book could have benefited from a little bit more depth at times I still found myself pulled in by the characters. This, for me, is the perfect kind of book to get lost in one afternoon.
Mia and Dylan really were what this book was all about. Their story and their connection was believable and easy to get behind. The author has clearly set up the basis for other books in the series, with periphery characters from this book, and I am already looking forward to reading them.
Amber Waves of Grace by Jessica Berg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was much more detailed and involved than I was expecting. I went into reading it thinking I was going to get a nice, simple romance story and instead got a book that gave me so much more. I loved the characters in the story. They all had so much about them that even the secondary characters seemed to stand out.
The story was really well developed. The author seemed to have thought everything through and pushed the story forward as it needed. This was a surprisingly good read that I thoroughly enjoyed.
The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie – Review by Codi Parham
This book was so much fun! Ideal for all ages! Anyone who loves masks and capes or supers of any kind! I was hooked from the start, and you will be too! Aqua Marine is spunky, fierce, and kind. I am her newest and biggest fan!
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Stitch by Stitch by Marie-Thérèse Hernon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this story. The author does an amazing job with the characters. In the beginning you really feel for our leading lady Elizabeth. She is struggling with so many things from her divorce, to trying to survive day to day life all the while fighting against her ex husband and his horrible sister. You really feel her struggle at times but as the story progresses you see Elisabeth grow into a strong independent woman.
The main thing I related with her on was her love and devotion she has for her children. No matter what she is going through she always fights for and puts her children first.
I also loved the mix of romance with an old flame and mystery when someone turns up dead.
And that someone is the lady that Elizabeth decides to invest in to start her own business. But when she finds Lousia has been murdered her problems only get worse financially speaking as she loses the money she has invested. Add to this the added stress of her ex flame being the one who is on the murder case which only adds to Elizabeth’s mounting stress.
Will the person responsible for the murder be who Elizabeth expects? Will she be able to find her feet and get back on track on her own to support herself and her kids? And what of the old flame, is his appearance back in her life the sign of something new that was lost or will it just lead to more stress and confusion.
Triad Resumption, Part Two by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a doozy of a story! My heart was breaking and aching for Chains. In here we find out what happened to him and can he be fixed or redeemed. I enjoyed reading this second part of the duet. I really felt for Chains during this story. This took me on a lot of ups and downs and is highly emotional.
I enjoy how this is told from different points of view. We get to catch up with all the characters and see their thoughts and feelings on Chains’ recent problems. We also meet a lot of other new secondary characters. I would be interested in a couple spin off as we meet a few other MC
This is the second half of the story of Chains, Winnie and Jackson. I suggest reading the whole series as we meet all the characters in previous books. If not that… at least read the first book of this duet. This is a darker story and not for the faint of heart.
Overall it is a perfect conclusion for these three characters. I loved how the story flowed along nicely. I read it very quickly as I became invested in their lives. I was particularly interested in what Wild would end up doing. He was such a interesting random character.
Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really liked this book! Romance mixed in with suspense is a favorite of mine! This story follows a group of cops while they hunt for a killer. I really like how immersed you get into this story because you get to experience what is happening around each person, even the killer. I love when you are able to get a full view of the story like this! There is a sequel so of course I am left wondering what happens next! I am ready to dive into the second book and figure it out, it will be here in August! Can’t wait!
Review by @darianamee21
Blood Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ritual Obsession (Blood Obsession Book 1) by R.L. Dunn
4 stars
Ritual Obsession is the first book in this series. It is a mixture of romantic suspense and thriller. It is an intense story that follows Bobbi, a wealthy debutant turned cop, and her New York City homicide unit. There are several sub plots which pull together to form this well written story. Bobbi has a lot to deal with including the growing romance between her and her co worker Max, her ex lover who can’t take no for an answer and most dangerously a serial killer’s obsession with her. The book is full of twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I’m definitely looking forward to reading the rest of this series.
Review by @Anna Hirsch
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Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
After tragically losing her fiancé in an accident due to his profession. Bobbi is defensive of how her fiancé got killed and partner not having his back. So he questions her about what she would do and that’s why she’s pursues a career as a detective. She ends up falling for another cop and has to go undercover to find the man responsible for a lot of women’s death that she has a big resemblance too.
KISS A THIEF by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Mia is intrigued by a stranger that comes in to the gallery during an exhibit. Although there is a spark there, she expects to never see him again…until she goes to deliver her favorite piece to its buyer (who happens to be the handsome stranger).
Dylan is enthralled with the woman from the gallery…and the best part is that she has no idea who he is. What starts out as a hookup quickly begins morphing into real feelings and thoughts of the future.
However, when a huge bombshell is dropped, Dylan believes that Mia may be just like everyone he has dated in the past. Is Mia really behind everything? And if she’s not…will she ever forgive him?
This book was an easy read that was fast paced and quite enjoyable. Mia and Dylan had immediate chemistry that wove its way through the entire story. The secondary characters were great and I’m not surprised that they will be the next book in the series. I am looking forward to reading their story next.
The Cool Thing: A Dark Comedy. Or Not. by Robert Rife
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is so weird! The writing style is the star in this read. If you are a fan of just about every genre, then this book is right up your alley. You will at least find one or several parts that you will like. Strange, odd, funny, sci-fi weirdness is about all I can say LOL
Reviewed by @danihoneycutt
KISS A THIEF by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book jumps right in to the steamy aspects and carries you along through the romance and instant attraction between Mia, a museum curator, and Dylan Knight, mega-mogul.
They meet at the gallery Mia works for, and while she is intensely attracted to Dylan, she has no clue who he is. They share some suggestive looks and discussion, only for Dylan to leave abruptly. She is disappointed, but has some new material for her “alone time” – as does Dylan. Things heat up quickly and move fast.
When Dylan has an extremely rare and expensive piece stolen, the detective immediately points to Mia and the distrust, fear, and angst come into play. Will Dylan and Mia get to the bottom of who stole the art piece? Will they be able to trust one another again? Will their chemistry and feelings for one another carry them through?? Steamy summer read, lots of drama and passion and emotion.
The Cool Thing: A Dark Comedy. Or Not. by Robert Rife
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was unlike anything I’ve read before. There were many entertaining aspects and laughs throughout. There are not a lot of redeeming qualities to the characters in this book and it reads as detached from the story and more about just following the authors train of thought. That being said, I had fun reading this book and it kept me interested in reading through to the end.
Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
OMG!! This book had me hook, and line, and totally obsessed with finishing it!! Roberta “Bobbi” Wallace was a debutant from a very wealthy upbringing. When her husband dies Bobbie is dared into making something of her life, other than a social light. When Bobbie announced she was joining NYPD no one close to her took her seriously, not even her parents. After a few years on the job, Bobbie is transferred to the 10th precinct and paired with the hardest detective there. The first case that Bobbie is assigned is a serial killer case. High-end escorts are ending up in bathtubs dead with no trace of evidence. The issue is they all have the same look to them. The even bigger issue is the escorts all look very similar to Bobbie.
While navigating the new position of detective, still getting over the death of her husband, the serial killer case, Bobbie’s childhood boyfriend thinks that he is entitled to her. While Bobbie is not looking to make her life more complicated or put her job on the line, she ends up getting close to Max, another detective in her unit.
While there are a lot of different things going on in this book, everything ties together. The author will have you sitting on the edge of your seat, there are some heavy emotional twists that could be a trigger. I can not wait to read the next book in the series to see what happens to the serial killer, Bobbie and if Max can keep his promise to Bobbies parents!
Reviewed by @alape
Something About Aimee by S.E. Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Wow, honestly I am reeling from reading this book. Managed to read it in a day, literally could not put it down for too long.
Aimee aka Wheels, found abandoned as a new born on Dai de los Muertos, taken on and raised by her finder Yolanda, Wheels an honestly open and free spirited look on life; and it is no surprise that she lives life to the full. Living in an empty building looking after a family of cats, she has such a wide and diverse group of friends. From gang leaders and their grandparents, to shop keepers and Jazz singers the group of people that surround her is as colourful as it is diverse. Not held back by the constraints of a normal life she works as a parcel courier using her skateboard to get around. Aimee is a true heroine, showing us how strong a female can be.
Sheikh Qadir, crown prince and business man cannot be further from the life Aimee lives. He is transfixed by the small in stature but larger than life girl that attempts to and does save his life when he is targeted by terrorists. The one his Chosen, his feisty saviour. Their relationship is destined to be left incomplete when Aimee is taken into witness protection as her life is threatened after she sees a dirty cop kill his partner whilst trying to get hold of photos of mercenaries and their crimes in Qadirs home country.
After years later due to witness protection, when Qadir finds Aimee is still alive, I found myself cheering for the couple as they try to find their way back together.
The story is fast paced and hooks you straightaway, the characters are constantly growing and evolving, showing human strength and emotion. The world that is built by the author is bright and intriguing. Definitely a book worth reading, I hope the rest of the series is as engaging.
Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Holy Moly! This Book was epic! I could not let this one be put down, for the plot as well as the characters that the book contained! The writing was genius and full of cleverness! The book was indeed a thrill ride, and left me wanting more as I turned the pages. Excellent plot and development! Sensational!
I love a good crime book, but this one really blew me away. The romance added nicely to the story as well, and I felt this book did a good job of the in depth look of what goes on on the side of the police when dealing with serial killers or any of the sort. Loved Max and Bobbi. Both different, but each had a different affect on me with their personalities. In all honesty, loved them both for which they were! The character development was strong, and the serial for what he was, was unlike any other person I have read in other books. He was well developed and was a critical character that added to the story and made the plot what it was. The book was full of twists and turns, and this is a book that left me with a spine tinging sensation. Amazing read and gifted author for sure to create this book! Truly loved it!
This book is by far a must read. If you love crime and a well built up character development and shocks and twists as you read, then for sure this book is for you! Highly recommend this book and author!
A Quirk of Destiny by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A Quirk of Destiny (Quirk of Destiny Book 1) by Catherine Greenall. This is the story of Calum who has been trying to recover from his fiance’s suicide so he has thrown himself into his work. He is a Government Scientist so he has plenty to do. His friends have tried setting him up but he’s just not really interested. When a deadly disease starts killing all kinds of people he feels like he needs to do something. In trying to find a cure for this disease he uncovers a horrible conspiracy and unleashes a deadly mutant. If these people do survive this disease they are attacked by paranormal mutants. Cal has to do something to help save humanity. Will he be able to save those he love and the world? Read this fast paced dystopian read!
Stitch by Stitch by Marie-Thérèse Hernon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was a fun and exciting ride al the way through. Full of characters you could connect with, as well as love or hate! The story took many twists and turns. I did not expect things to happen at times that they did! The book was a true diamond in the rough, and I loved reading it every minute!
Something I loved about this book besides all the characters that really aided and added to the story on their own (which was perfectly done if I may say) Elizabeth, was a character that was a true gem. She was someone who I would look up to as a mother, you could not only read, but truly feel how much she loved her children and would do anything for them! And she jugged all this despite personal issues she was facing, but again it was her way of coping with the things in her life. She was real, and her realism made her such a commendable characters. Loved the murder and the mystery that surrounded as well. This was a new author for me, and certainly not my last! I could not put this down, loved it!
The book was a true master piece from start to finish. One that I do very much highly recommend to everyone! I will defiantly say its a must read! Not one to be passed up! Truly a golden read!
