Luke by A.S. Roberts
This is the 4th book in this series and it was just as amazing as the others! This Author does not disappoint! This was another one day read for me and it’s just not possible to put it down! Again, the Author makes you feel like your right in the story watching everything happen and makes you feel what the characters feel. This was amazing!
Cade by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a must read! This book has twists and turns that makes it impossible to put down! This was a one day read for me! The Author has an amazing writing style that makes you feel like you’re right there in the story! Don’t miss this one!
Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle provides a insightful perspective on living with (dis)ability. The author has been blind since childhood, and through her poetry, and personal journey, she gives us a window into how she experiences life without sight. This is an inspiring book- and I loved how well the author conveys her thoughts and experiences, especially through her poetry.
Looking forward to reading whatever she does next!
Thank you, Feather Chelle!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Conveniently Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Conveniently Yours is the first book in the Titan’s of Manhattan series. It follows the story of Paisley and Caspian, two childhood friends that drifted apart and ran into each other again later in life- literally. Paisley, a broke artist trying to make ends meet when her mom is in a tragic accident and hospitalized couldn’t have a life much more opposite from Caspian- a wealthy CEO of a family company. As Caspian receives the news that his uncle’s heart has become weak, his uncle leaves him with an ultimatum- either marry someone, or risk losing the company he has worked so hard for.
So Caspian has an idea- one that will benefit them both. And she agrees.
This book is steamy, sexy, and heart wrenching all at the same time! This author fills her stories with romance, twists, and turns- and I am so excited for the second book to come out. If you’re a fan of 365 DNI (365 Days), of the Mafia Elite series, and of the Royal Elite books, you will love Titan’s of Manhattan. This book for sure left me wanting more, and is going to the “re-read” shelf of my Kindle library.
Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have to say this is a good book for kids. It gives them a way to enjoy Christmas but understand more. I know for myself trying to explain Christmas and Santa to a child that’s coming of an age where they realize what it is, it’s hard. I really liked this book and I wish it was around when my kids were young. Give it a read you’ll see, it’s great !
The Web of Humanity: A Novel by Maria Turchin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was amazing, and it really makes you think about history and the world we once lived in. This story had so many elements attached to it, but not once did I find myself lost or disinterested. The characters and the storyline were well developed and as you span through the generations and the history attached to it you could feel a connection to the character and her journey.
We are introduced to Anna and she presents the story as she explores her family history dating back to WWII . Anna’s tale uncovers secrets and unpleasant events, and leads to more questions than answers. As we follow her journey we get to see the bonds of a human connection, a family connection, and ones person connection to their selves
Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is great ! I think it’s a book everyone should read. You won’t regret it!! I found it very insightful and I liked the activities it had.overall this book will make you think and hopefully enlighten you.
Strega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Angela Scotti, also known as Annie is a woman who was born in November on the day that the baptismal font cracked in half at the local church, this is not a good omen, or at least not to her Italian-American family. When she was baptised in her grandmothers salad bowl, her family were up to their usual tricks and her Godfather was frantic and constantly clockwatching throughout as he was late to a meeting, but none of this surprised the priest who was running the baptism. She has been through a lot in her life from experiencing multiple tragedies to having an unusual childhood and family dynamic, but she has dealt with it all, however, the whispers she has been hearing at night all her life have started to become louder and more urgent, but her fiancée is not accepting what is happening and refuses to believer her, being the straight laced lawyer that he is. Meanwhile, she is learning how to become a healer, but the person who should be a mentor to her in the workplace has instead become someone who is against her with every fibre of their being, but what Annie doesn’t realise is that the stress she is under is about to send her on a quest to find herself and to a tiny town on the coast of Massachusetts.
While we learn about Annie and her life, we also learn about her family history, from the year 1617 where it all began with her ancestors, their destined meeting and the skills which were to be passed down through the feminine line of magic and witchcraft and it’s roots in Benevento in Italy land where a Strega, or witch was able to live freely and have a legendary place in that Southern Italian land and the mysterious liquore famed for its potency and enablement of everlasting love.
At the same time, the history of the small coastal town is being revealed to Annie piece by piece, but what she finds out leads her to both joy and despair as the events detailed in the year of 1899 weave themselves into an unexpected place in history. Will Annie be able to recognise the signs around her and live up to the Destino, or destiny which has been laid before her, or will she crack under the pressure and let defeat destroy everything she holds dear? This is a story of strength, weakness, happiness and sadness which takes you on an emotional rollercoaster as hidden truths and connections are revealed to the unprepared and told in a magical way which pulls you along, as you learn how past, present and future are all interlinked.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The mystery level is great in this book! I really enjoyed reading this one. I kept thinking I knew who it was but I was wrong. You learn a few legal things in this book and definitely makes you think about what’s going on. I recommend this read and can’t wait for the next!!
Luke by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh my! Sooo, THIS BOOK IS SO GOOOOD! Loved, loved, loved Luke’s story 😍 Author blew me away with this one. It does belong in a series BUT it can be read as a standalone. I loved every minute spent reading this. The ending was perfection as well. Reading this you are in for a steamy, fun, phenomenal page turner. Plotline and characters were awesome! Amazing end to a series!
Whatever Tomorrow Brings by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A fantastic five-star read. This is number two in the Embrace tomorrow duet and it concludes after the biggest emotional roller-coaster of the year. Grab the tissues and wine, and if you haven’t read the first part, pick it up then sink into these great stories as you will not be sorry. I have cried and sobbed while reading these but I am so glad I read them, as they have changed me, I am hoping for the better, but they have certainly changed me.
Review by @saraoxo
Conveniently Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A Fab four-star read. This is number one in the Titans of Manhattan series, and I do want to read the rest as I think it shows good potential. I like a fake romance story, they always have that sweet romance, the will they won’t they. Paisley, I found a little grating at times, and her and Caspian took me a little while to warm too, but overall not bad, the character development was good and the story got there. I like this author and will definitely be reading them again.
Review by @saraoxo
Conveniently Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is an amazing read. This author is new to me, so I didn’t know what I would find, but I’m definitely hooked after reading this first book. I can’t wait to jump into the next book in the series. This book is a fast paced read. The characters are detailed and easy to feel like you know them. The storyline is original and kept me reading long into the night. Paisley and Caspian have great chemistry and this story has some sizzling love scenes. I highly recommend this book and look forward to reading the next one in this series.
Review by @sunbarn
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Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really liked this short children’s book. It was a good lesson for those kids that are starting to not believe in Santa but keeping the magic alive for the younger kids. This was a real sweet story that is good for all ages that helps answer the question “Is Santa Clause real?”. I especially love how the older brother carries what his mom told him and keeps the magic going for his younger brother. Great book for when your kids start to ask this question.
5 Stars
Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC #2) AUDIO BOOK by Manda Mellett
I absolutely loved listening to this book as much as I loved reading it. I’m a huge fan of this author and ive read everyone of her MC books and the various different chapters but this is my favorite. The narrator did an amazing job bringing the story and characters to life. I’m not usually an audio person but I’m beginning to be a big fan. I simply can’t recommend or even suggest reading/listening to this book/series. I promise you won’t be disappointed but hooked on the series and this author. This is Drummer’s and Sam’s story. Get ready to be taken on quite the ride. There’s some steamy scenes as well. The chemistry between these to is off the charts. What will happen when the one girl he wants he can’t have because of who she is? Will he break the rules to get the happiness he wants and deserves? I highly recommend listening to this book to find out what happens next. I always look forward to seeing what this author will bring us next.
Colors of Darkness: Ability Awareness Activity Book by Feather Chelle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 +++++ Stars
This was an amazing read! I actually read this with 3 of my grandchildren who truly appreciated every word as I did. The activities were spot on and thought provoking, it was awesome to read a book with them where they asked questions that had me even thinking. I plan to buy this book for a few families as Christmas presents this year. This author is an inspiration and brings awareness to so many things while reading this book. This is so relevant in our world today and I’m so glad I picked this up and so very glad I was able to read it with my grandchildren. It was an honor and might just be one of my favorite reads of the year.
Many thanks to this author for sharing this with all of us!
The Heart of a Hussar by Griffin Brady
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book really surprised me. It’s not a genre I have normally ventured into. I found it a surprising treat because it the action kept me intrigued. What an interesting time period. The characters were quite interesting and kept me wanting to learn more and see what happened to them. I found it had a strong voice. I could relate to characters. It still ran smooth. Quite a good book. I recommend it anybody that likes romance. You might find yourself as surprised as I was. I’m looking forward to reading book 2 of the series. Highly recommend.
Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J Berger Illustrator: KC Snider
5 Stars
I was lucky enough to have 3 of my grandchildren with me for a few days so grabbed this book as these 3 already are aware of there being no santa. I had them each read this separately and then we talked about it. Each of them loved it. One of them actually wished that when she found out that it had been just like it was handled in this story and they all 3 decided that that’s how they will think about it from now on. That was enough for me to write this review and rate it 5 stars. Have already recommended my daughters read this for when it’s time for the other younger ones to ask this question.
They really liked it!
Diabolical Sword by Melissa Erin Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was wonderfully unexpected. I really enjoyed every minute of it. I love the world this author has created. The characters were well developed. I felt like I was there. I highly recommend it.
Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is one of those books that takes sucks you in from page one and holds you all the way until the end. I love how the author starts write off jumping into the story action. There are no dreary pages of descriptions of the landscape around them. Grab you by the seat and let’s go action is the best way to go. The premise of the plot was exciting. An original way to cover the apocalypse theme and it was awesome. Everything ran together like a smooth jazz song. Highly recommend.
Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Practical, personal, and plentiful
This was a journey through self-reflection and discovery. Absolutely resonated with me about how quickly we can forget about basic self-care and get caught up in the guise of busyness. This cuts to the basic roots of nature and magic and reminds us all that we have our own magic that needs to be acknowledged and nourished. So much is held within the pages of this book and it is so eloquently delivered. A very worthy read.
Strega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is utterly captivating. I was immediately drawn into this story from the very first page. I was cheering for Annie the entire time that she was on a fascinating journey of self discovery. This book really highlights how important it is to listen to your intuition and to always follow your heart. Just because the life you want might not be what’s expected of you it’s never to late to change the course of your life and take a different path. It can be so hard to reach for happiness but it’s worth the risk and the connection between Annie and Ian is sheer magic! The flashbacks to an older time and exploring family history was so fascinating. This book is unlike anything I’ve ever read before and I absolutely adored it! This is definitely a must read story of romance and self discovery that transcends time itself.
Conveniently Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5 Stars
Conveniently Yours (Titans Of Manhattan Book 1) by Anise Storm
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Another amazing book by this amazing author. Conveniently Yours is a great read.
Caspian is a playboy and he isn’t afraid to show it. When he is told by his uncle that he is to find a girl and stay married for a year that changes things. Then he meets Paisley and they both may get what they want. The quote I chose for Caspian is: “I’m not in the market for anything more than sex. I don’t like attachments, even brief ones, so this is for the best.”
Paisley is freaking out when she gets a call saying her mom has been moved. She isn’t doing well with money and is about to be kicked out of her place. She needs money and Caspian is more than willing. The quote I chose for Paisley is: “I’m not sure I understand. Has her condition gotten worse?”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Romance lovers.
I absolutely love audio books like this! The narrator truly brought these characters to life, and I easily imagined every chapter vividly.
Fantasy stories were made for the audiobook world, and they are soo fun to listen to.
This story Ian Troy who is a Shinree. A race enslaved and abused due to their magic addiction. When I can take the drugging and forced combat he defies his queen by using the Crown of Stones.
He ends a war but unleashes something terrible. The story takes us through Ian’s journey to overcome the downfall of his people and to embrace his true self. Will Ian overcome his fear, or will he be the reason for his own downfall.
Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This wonderfully written children’s book tells the story of a little boy, Lucas, as he tries to find the truth about Santa Claus. The illustrations are wonderfully drawn and really helped to capture my daughter’s attention as we read this story before bed.
This story does not give a quick yes or no answer to his question but rather explains a little of the magic of Santa. Lucas is invited to become the newest member of the Dream Keepers. I can see this becoming a holiday classic for kids for many years to come.
Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Intriguing I feel is the best way to describe Dead Sound! I didn’t love it but I didn’t dislike it either. I wanted to know what was happening which kept me reading!
I enjoyed how the author wrote the characters as well. Con was definitely a protector, especially when it came to everything Neve. Neve on the other hand seems to do what everyone does(which is extremely relatable), she can’t apply what she knows to herself. What I mean is, as a therapist she knows how to navigate situations and help talk other’s through things, but she seems to struggle applying that same concept to her life.
Returning to work after being attacked, Neve walks onto the psychiatric floor and is greeted by patients worshiping at her feet, unnerving to someone who was attacked the last she worked. Seems to get caught up in a dangerous conspiracy due to one of her established patients Amos.
Con, a colleague of Neve who wants to be more, does everything he can do to protect Neve from getting sucked into the dangerous conspiracy, he also being one of Amos Doctors, feels the information that was decrypted from the “Book of Amos” would put her in to much danger despite the promise she made.
What does Con do?
Does Neve find out he’s withholding from her?
How is her boss involved?
What has Amos done?
If those questions intrigue you as much as they intrigued me, you really need to check this book out! You’ll want to know what happens, and the only way you’re finding that out is reading for yourself!
Luke by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5 Stars
This is the second book I’ve read by the author. Luke is another amazing book. So far the Default Distraction Series is amazing. I will be on the lookout for more.
Luke has had it hard his entire life. In comes Nikki and she changes everything. Luke is nostalgic and thinks of someone from the past. The quote I chose for Luke is: “She could have had it with us.”
Nikki is one of the few who get to get close to members of Default Distraction. When she catches Luke’s eye things change. The quote I chose for Nikki is: “Would it work if I said I wasn’t hungry?”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Romance lovers.
Mom, Is There a Santa Claus? by Susan J. Berger
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Such a cute coming of age Christmas tale. A young boy asks his mom if Santa is real. Mom explains the “truth” behind Santa and the spirit of giving and joy that is what Santa really is.
He’s not an old man with a beard in a red suit. The truth about Santa Claus is that he’s not a person at all; he’s an idea. This great little story, with beautiful illustrations, is the perfect way to help parents explain the truth behind Santa Claus and make their kids “Dream Keepers” too.
Cade by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5 Stars
Cade (Default Distraction Book 3) by A.S. Roberts
This is the first book I’ve read by the author. Cade is a good book and I can’t wait for the other books. The author did an amazing job and I’m looking forward to the other books.
Winter is a manager from her brother’s band. She has caught the eye of one of the band members. She can’t let herself fall for him or things will go bad. The quote I chose for Winter is: “Don’t flatter yourself, you wouldn’t have the skills to satisfy a woman like me.”
Cade is a cocky one and he knows it. He likes Winter, but doesn’t want to lose his bad boy status. When things change between them they change all the way around. The quote I chose for Cade is: “I didn’t know you had a stutter, Winter. I could train you not to have one…In fact, I think there are many ways I could help you.”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Romance lovers.
Strega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Strega: Magic: The Spirit Never Dies is such a wonderful read! It is out of my normal genre but I found it refreshing and welcomed the fantastic story-telling of the author. The way she was able to describe the characters, scenery, and emotions made me feel as though I was a spectator in 1800’s Italy and modern day Massachusetts. Even though a love story is at the center of this novel, it is far from a romance. The twists and turns made me want to keep reading until I was finished and even then, I wish the story could have gone on longer. I loved this book!
