Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Gillian Fawell

Love by Design (The Meraki series, #2)Love by Design by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ve always wanted to work on a magazine and I love an alpha male! This second book in the series delivers it all! It was great to learn more about Mia and her life away from her family plus the gorgeous Nicholas of course! What is behind his hot and cold attitude? I love when characters have depth like that! What can I say but yet another amazing book by this author!

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Love is What You Bake of it (The Meraki Series Book 1) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Gillian Fawell

Love is What You Bake of it (The Meraki Series #1)Love is What You Bake of it by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, anyone else hungry after reading this book? My thanks to the author for providing so many recipes too – now to see if I’m as talented as Kally! I’ll admit it took me a moment to get into this book and to warm to Kally but once I learnt more about her background it was easier to see where she was coming from and I warmed to the whole Anadarakis family – I’m looking forward to learning more about them in the rest of the series as well as Max and Athena of course! Oh and I almost forgot – grateful to learn more about Greek culture too! This book has it all!

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Castor’s Kiss (Soul Bonded in the Stars Book 2) by Tai James – Review by Melissa Saxton

Castor's Kiss (Soul Bonded in the Stars # 2)Castor’s Kiss by Tai James
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mia…. kidnapped tortured she ends up enslaved by Throl and forced to fight every day in an arena type fight… her prize? she gets to live.
Determined and a strong fighter she becomes favorite but she dreams to escape.
Enter Castor whos been sent to retrieve her and return her to her people… but fate has a suprise for both of them, they are soulmates. This bond opens up a possible new future and the key to their success of living away from the clutches of Throl. These two characters haven’t known love; only survival, can they be vulnerable enough to let love into their lives?
This is my first book with this author and I was not disappointed. A must read!

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Rachel Moss

The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute read! Full of captivating pictures and scientific facts this is a great book for children to help with science and for children who are interested with science. It was quick paced and very educational. I can’t wait to read this book to my daughter when she gets older because I think she would definitely enjoy it once she gets old enough to understand the science concepts!

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie – Review by Jenni Bishop

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Levi it the first book in this trilogy and is a clean western cowboy suspense slow burn romance story. There is action, danger, intrigue, fun banter and at times humour. The story is also a bit of an emotional ride with PTSD and hiding from the Russian mafia. I liked the characters although at times I didn’t know if I wanted to hug or to punch one of them but he redeemed himself. I had to remind myself that they both have demons from their pasts. The story has enough drama going on and suspense that keeps you entertained and the pages turning to see what happens next.

Opposites attract in this tale where we have a broken ex-Navy SEAL cowboy with a lot of anger inside and one feisty English aristocrat playing at being a nanny who happens to be in a real life or death situation. The Brothers of Creekside Ranch is about three gorgeous men who are triplets but let’s not forget their kid sister. The first book is about Levi and Bella and the following books about Amos and Elijah and I look forward to see what Edith brings.

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another cute story about the relationship between Fig, Maia and her mermaid friend Trezzie and how they can learn different scientific skills from each other. I think it is adorable that Fig just can’t see Trezzie and still seems on the fence as to if Maia is actually talking to a mermaid or if she is just making it up. I enjoy that there is a mermaid involved in the story to help engage kids in learning about science. This particular story deals with how to make a magnifying glass using a clear container and water droplets. I love the easy to read story line and the artwork is well done. The author does a great job of clearly explaining the science at the end of the story in a way that young children will be able to understand. I absolutely recommend this story to anyone looking for a cute children’s story.

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by katie stapleton

The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love that Lois mixes imaginative characters with science!! These books are so cute, interesting for young readers, and make science easy and fun to learn. They are very unique and I would highly recommend!

This particular book has two young girls building a rock tower by the water. One can see the mermaid and the other cannot, but that does not make her any less real. We learn about magnification and trilobites! SO FUN! The illustrations are adorable as well 🙂

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie, review by Devon Pulliam

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved how this story played out. Levi being the “jerk brother” to Bella (AKA Beccy) when he brought her to the ranch to be a nanny to his little sister Allie. I loved how Bella and Allie became close and how she really did lift the girls spirits.

I was rooting for Levi and Bella from the get go and loved how the author let it play out naturally.

The intensity and drama started in the last several chapters and I could not stop because I was on the edge of my seat to find out what was going to happen.

Having PTSD I appreciate how the author added in the behaviors that Levi was struggling with. Then to get help thru a support animal, my heart kind of melted when Bella took Levi to meet Sargent.

I read the sneak peak for Amos and can’t wait for more from these brothers!

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Gabrielle Lee

The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a short book that is a nice way to get younger children interested in science. Maia and Fig enjoy a visit from the mermaid Tezzie as they are playing by the waterside. Fig shows Maia how easy it is to use water and a transparent plastic container like a microscope. They learn that a simple rock can be something much more interesting. I like that at the end of the story there is a short section that explains the science behind the story and shows it in easy terms for children to understand.

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Triad Resumption: Part Two (Grimm Wolves MC Book 6) by D.M. Earl – Review by Kerry Carr

Triad Resumption, Part Two (Grimm Wolves MC #6)Triad Resumption, Part Two by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is part 2 in the series and after all the trauma and heartbreak from the first one I was dying to get this one to see how the story ends. These books can’t be read as a standalone. You really need to read all the books in order to get the full feel of all the characters and their stories. This book is very emotionally charges and has some elements with maybe a trigger for people. The author handles all these situation in a way that is respectful but eye-opening at the same time. My heart broke for Chains for all he went through and continues to go through but the love that Jackson and Winnie have for him is so strong and you feel that through this story.

Chains has been rescued but he is in a really bad way. After all the abuse and trauma he suffered at the hands of his abductors he needs to do a lot of healing both physically and mentally.
Things start to look up for him. He decides to embrace his romance and love for both Jackson and Winnie, his brothers are accepting of it as well which makes him happy. However as good as things are Chains can’t let go and be happy until he knows who wanted to torture him to death and why?
Now with the help of his MC brothers and Winnie and Jackson, Chains now needs to face his demons as his past comes back to haunt him and he’s not prepared to allow anyone he loves to get hurt.
This story is very brutal to read in parts but you really get the full sense of the MC brotherhood as they all band together to protect their own. I loved this story so much I can’t wait to see who’s story we will hear next

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Truth or Kill (Twisted Legends Collection Book 1) by A.C. Kramer – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Truth or Kill (Twisted Legends Collection, #2)Truth or Kill by A.C. Kramer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this dark romance story. This is a newer author for me which I look forward to seeing what is next. This is a standalone story but I hope to see more from these characters in the future. This is a well written story about Kage and Sydney. I enjoyed their story as well as their growth throughout the story. One had blood all over their hands and the other was in a place that they should not have been. Now they are faced with truth or kill. How will this game end? I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the start. A fast paced, engaging story that is hard to put down. The characters are relatable and supportive of each other. You don’t want to miss what happens to these two. I really enjoyed the suspense that added to the story. I highly recommend reading this book.

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Triad Resumption: Part Two (Grimm Wolves MC Book 6) by D.M. Earl – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Triad Resumption, Part Two (Grimm Wolves MC #6)Triad Resumption, Part Two by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a story written by an author that I have loved reading from the first book I picked up. This is the sixth book in this series and the best yet. I highly suggest reading the previous books in this series to help your enhancement of this series and the characters. I enjoy this author’s writing skills where they are able to bring the story to life with their attention to details. This is a great series that you don’t want to miss. The characters pulled me into the story from the start. I found them to be relatable and supportive of each other. This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down. There is great growth of the characters and the plot which made the story easy and entertaining to read. A story where taking care of personal threats could change who you are. The question remains will it change you or will you be the same person? Will everyone except who you are? This is such a great story and I just loved reading it. I highly recommend reading this book, series and author.

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie Review by Cindy Mayberry

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sometimes it’s good to dive into a new author’s story. This was the perfect time for me. It held my 3 favorite things, Suspense, Romance and a well written story. Bella Orstwell is mixed up in some Russian Mafia Drama. She needs a place to disappear, what better than a ranch, playing as a nanny. Levi and his triplet brothers have come back to the ranch to care for the place and their half sister, who is much younger then the men of Creekside Ranch. That is all I am going to spill on this book! Oh and let’s not forget the author. She has a twist to telling her story. It is fast paced and keeps you wanting more. Thank goodness there is more to this series. As I am waiting! I hope you enjoy this story as much as I did. Read on fellow readers!

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The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie – Review by M Policicchio

The Happily Ever After BookstoreThe Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Adorable interwoven tale of three women looking for something and finding love, friendship, and family at a bookstore dedicated to happy endings.

Leona, the owner of the bookstore, starts Sadie and Charlie off on their romance by “accidentally” swapping Sadie’s romance novel for the biography Charlie is buying for his grandmother. Inspired by Charlie’s grandparents, Charlie asks Sadie to marry him just days after they meet. Leona is at it again when she sets up Fiona and Price, a divorced couple looking for a second chance at love. Despite her record for finding other’s their HEA’s, Leona finds her life a little lonely until a brutish handyman tells her he is shutting off the water to her building one day to fix a leak in the apartment upstairs. Jon hasn’t had it easy in the love department and he isn’t looking for anything right now. He has enough going on in his life. The inspiration of Charlie’s grandparents is felt far and wide. Jon takes a chance on love again with Fiona.

Insta-love abounds in these quirky tales of a charming bookstore and the people that are a part of its story.

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie – Review by Bobbi Wagner

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this sweet cowboy romance story. This is a well written story about Bella and Levi. They are complete opposites with one thing in common, they both have a past that could stop them from finding love. I enjoyed how they pulled me into the story from the start. They have great chemistry and their growth throughout the story made the story entertaining. I enjoyed how the author’s writing skills brought the story to life. The author’s attention to details made the story realistic and I found the characters easy to connect to. This is a fast paced story where the characters had me coming back for more as well as kept the story engaging. I enjoyed how well rounded and supportive the characters were to each other. You don’t want to miss what happens with Bella and Lexi. I highly recommend this book.

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie reviewed by M Policicchio

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Levi is a tender, sweet romance that pulls on the heart strings. Levi is a former Navy Seal that has agreed to provide protection for Bella, a witness in a big mob case. Bella becomes Beccy in a swirl of paperwork and badges. Now Beccy is working as a nanny for Levi and his family. Everything comes to a disastrous head when Beccy’s location is discovered.

The author does a great job of moving the action forward. The reader can feel the suspense. I will be looking out for the next brother to find love!!

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie – Review by Lorrene Huisman

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Have been a long time fan of this author for quite some time. I love how they bring the stories they write to life, and bring a whole new level of realism to a level that is perfectly done!

Always love this author. I loved this book especially with its connectable characters, action, pure romance, as well as the heat filled romance that intensifies with the action! Levi and Bella were really wonderful characters. I loved the moments they shared, and how they handled danger and situations together! There was never a dull moment as I read. The writing kept me interested and on the edge of my seat. I was hooked, and could not let go. Loved the book, the writing, and the characters! Amazing read!

Wonderful first book in a new series. I can not wait to read more. If your someone like me who loves action and romance, then this book is for you! Highly recommend this must read book! Loved it!

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the science adventures of Maia, Fig and Trezzie. This story has wonderful illustrations and my great nieces and nephew love the story and I learned something new myself!! Trezzie comes across a small stone that had a picture on it, but it was so small to figure out what the picture was. Fig and Maia learn how to make a magnifying glass to see what the picture was. I thought this was a awesome idea and want to try it myself!! This book is fun to read and I love learning something new as well!

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The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie – Review by Taylor K Stephenson

The Vilification of Aqua Marine (Working Mask, #1)The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

~Fun Take on Superheroes with a Twist~

I absolutely adore Aqua Marine, her enthusiasm, charisma, and drive make her a very unique character. She handles a lot of difficult situations in a very believable way. She’s the kind of down to earth, balanced girl every reader yearns to follow. Her journey through young adulthood, and finding herself through the obstacles presented to her are entrancing.

Megan Mackie’s first book in the Working Mask series will leave you itching for more. As Aqua’s story develops, so does her talent and the relationships closest to her. She’s so sassy I found myself laughing out loud and groaning in frustration right along side her. Megan puts you right into the world, and immediately immerses you into diabolical plans that will have you questioning everything. Pick this one up and be ready for some action packed fun.

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie-Review by Julie Johnson

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Levi Delaney is one of three triplets who is an ex-Navy Seal suffering from PTSD. He’s agreed to hide Bella from her tormentor, Dmitri, on his Creekside Ranch under the guise of a nanny to his kid sister, Allie. While on the ranch, Bella is known as Nanny Becc, a name she totally hates. Becc has never been a nanny, a housekeeper, or a rancher but she finds a way to fit in for her safety. Levi and her are like oil and vinegar on most days! His brothers Amos and Elijah are pretty drawn to the pretty Becc right away but Levi feels something a little different when he realizes that.
When Becc breaks a major rule, things get a little suspenseful and scary for everyone involved, especially for little Allie. Can Levi ever forgive those who’ve wronged him?

I loved this book! The characters are immediately loveable and relatable. There is a good mix of suspense, humor, and romance. This is a very clean romance novel that I would be comfortable with my teenage daughter reading. I am excited to read future stories about Elijah and Amos! This being my second book by Edith Mackenzie, she is now a favorite author to me!

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Lorrene Huisman

The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this series so much. It is such a wonderful kid’s book. The story uses education and imaginative learning to make this very visual book come to light! I enjoy reading of Trezzie and her friends. I love how she creates wonders with science. This book had a great visual artistic sense, and yet a fun learning experience. I love how the author uses their techniques through out the books to help children learn valuable things, and yet enjoy reading the book! Loved this book! I think all kids should read this book, and others by this author!

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie – Review by Karyn Taylor

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in a new series by an author I hadn’t read before. I really liked the blurb and decided to give an author I hadn’t read before a chance. I do tend to read more ‘spicy’, sometimes erotic books but I do also enjoy a good clean romance too, which this book is.
In this first book we get the story of Levi, one of a set of triplets. Books for other triplets Amos and Elijah are to follow and I’m now looking forward to those.
Levi is an ex Navy SEAL who is asked to protect British aristocrat Bella as she is in hiding waiting to testify against her Russian mafia ex boyfriend. Using the alias Beccy, she’s ‘hired’ to be the nanny of the triplets younger sister Allie following the death of their parents.
I really enjoyed Levi and Bella’s story. The characters are very well written and are relatable. The camaraderie between Levi and the other 2 triplets is great o read and I love how young sister Allie has the 3 men wrapped around her little finger.
The story flows really well and keeps you entertained from start to finish, wanting to keep turning the pages to see what happens next.
If you enjoy a clean romance with well written characters and a good storyline, this is the book for you.

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Love is Worth Fighting for (The Meraki Series Book 3) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Alison Risher

Love is Worth Fighting forLove is Worth Fighting for by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A love story always tugs at my heartstrings. The story is mainly set in an ethnic community in the U.S., around the time of the Pandemic. There are visits to 1960s/1970s Greece, as well as current day Greece. The main characters are high school students who were set to graduate in 2020. Readers are reminded of what families across the nation (and around the world) went through as a result of this- such as separations, missed proms, missed graduations, celebrations held over Zoom.

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Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Alison Risher

The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science, #3)The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an enchanting piece of children’s literature. Science is featured heavily. Characters learn the importance of teamwork. One character even learns to share, and that we can have more than one friend. Readers learn how to use water to magnify small objects. Readers learn how to become scientists through observation.

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The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie – Review by Deborah White

The Vilification of Aqua Marine (Working Mask, #1)The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie

I wasn’t sure what to expect when starting this book, but the cover art caught my eye so I decided to read it, and I’m glad I did. The story of superheroes and villains was well portrayed and left me wanting more. The book is geared towards a younger crowd, but poses as a great read even for older audiences.
Aqua Marine aka Rhiannon, has to face the dilemma of having both a superhero and an evil villan for parents. Her mother Black Fox, constantly reminds her that even though she is retired, she still possesses great influence. While she tries to be a great superheroe like her dad Reboot. I highly enjoyed the push and pull relationship dynamic of mother and daughter and thought it added an air of comic relief to an already enjoyable story.
I would recommend this story to anyone who is interested in a story of someone finding themselves in a world full of people who constantly try to persuade them to be who they want instead of being true to themselves. This story is full of adventure, sibling rivalry, and hero villian dilemma that makes for an interesting read with surprising twists. This book left me wanting more and I couldn’t put it down. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series to learn more about Rhiannon and the heroes and villains of Phoenix City.

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Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Michelle Collier

Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder #2)Body Checked by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in the Astoria Bay Thunder Series and it is as good if not better than the first one. I love that this book takes place during the same time frame as the first book but you get to see so much more of what was going on. Tia seems so outrageous but there is so much more there than anyone realizes. Bridger has always been a bit of a bad boy until this last candle puts his job in jeopardy. Will Tia and Bridger bring the best or the worst out in each other? What happens when all the secrets come out? You might keep a fire extinguisher handy cause the chemistry between these two might set the pages on fire.

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie Reviewed by Ashley Sugar

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Good old creek side ranch! Slow romance but it was a good read. Gotta love a cowboy! 🤠 it was a quick read and I think it went a little too quickly but it’s still a good one! Out of all the characters, Allie is probably my favorite! She’s sweet! it’s a typical butting heads between the 2 main characters and of course i love the angst lol. I don’t typically like reading third person books, but this one kept me interested ☺️

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Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail Order Bride by Debra Parmley – Review by Heather Bass

Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail-Order Brides SeriesIsabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail-Order Brides Series by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author and she now has a new fan. I absolutely love a good historical romance but this story exceeded all my expectations. You can’t help but to fall for these characters right away. I was so addicted to this book it only took me a little over a day to read. I can’t wait to see what she will write next.

Isabella is so excited to go to America. She is going to find her dream life. When she gets there it is nothing like what she thought. Isabella loses her job and then her parents in a horrible fire. She is now alone and doesn’t know what to do until she here’s about mail order brides. Isabella will marry a rich and wealthy man. She is so excited to meet her husband but she has a bad feeling something is going to happen to her once again. Isabella is being watched closely by Donald, who is on a case of a missing woman. Will Isabella find her true love or will she find more danger instead?

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie Bethany Rollins

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Levi is a quick romantic suspense that kept me engaged throughout the story. We meet Bella, a witness set to testify against her devious ex, is sent to a ranch for protection. Levi, an ex-Navy Seal, is her protector who bares his own demons. These two characters have immediate chemistry, whether either of them wants the undeniable attraction. The characters we meet at the ranch are all fantastic and I cannot wait for more of this family’s story to unfold.

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Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie – Review by Whitney Morrison

LeviLevi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I devoured this book so quickly. It was amazingly good and kept me on the edge of my seat and needing more. Bella and Levi were perfect for each other and just really great characters that needed each other to help fight their demons. I loved everyone else at Creekside Ranch as well , including Sargent. I absolutely can’t wait to read Amos’ story!

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