The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The story of Lucy Walker continues in The Girl and the Gargoyle. Half witch half demon girl dating a gargoyle and living with her uncles. It is safe to say her life is very complicated. I very much am enjoying all her adventures as she learns.
Hairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
As an avid crazy cat lady this story was right up my alley! I enjoyed reading every word and I was guessing right up until the end! Perfectly balanced and a fun read forsure! I wish my cats would be half as helpful! I can’t wait to read more from this series and this was the perfect first book!
The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Marcy Series Boxset is the first three books in the series. Linda J Burson does an amazing job of grabbing my attention and holding throughout the series. Her attention to detail paints a beautiful picture in my mind’s eye. She introduces Marcy, Brad, and Liam in book one Rage. Marcy is living the American Dream, her own house, and business. She has some issues and she is working through them. I love how much Marcy grows through the series. I highly recommend this box set to follow Marcy and her relationships.
The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven Book 2) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Krista Vaughan
Pauline Gruber has done it again! This is the second book in the series and it managed to be even better than the first! Lucy is back with her boyfriend Marcus. Her father Jude is trying to make a relationship with her and Marcus’s family comes to try to get him back into the family…oh and to kill Lucy’s father! Lucy will DIE if they succeed! Combat trading, increasing powers and trying to stay alive. Just another day in Lucy’s life! Wait until you see who she brings in to help! Read this book! It is such a perfect YA series!
The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Girl and the Gargoyle: YA Paranormal Romance by Pauline Gruber is the second book in The Girl and the Raven book series. I highly recommend reading the first book in the series before this one. The story of Lucy continues as she learns more about her powers, trains with her father Jude, and grows closer to her boyfriend Marcus. I enjoyed the first book but this one was even better. The characters and the story are really compelling. I look forward to reading more from this series and from this author in the future.
Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart is the fourth book in the Dark Spell Series. I highly recommend this series in order instead of as standalone reads. This book is my favorite so far in the series. We get the backstory to Isra and how she developed into the person she has become. I really enjoyed this insight into Isra and it gives a new dimension to the characters and the other books. I look forward to reading more in this series soon and from this author.
Repair by Trish Williford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Repair was probably one of the best books I have read this year. I would give this book 10 stars if that was even possible. This book was amazing from the very first page to the very last.
The book starts the day of Jack Easton’s funeral. Charlotte ( Charlie ) and her family are there to support Tank on this horrible day. Tank is pretty much part of the family. Tank and Charlie’s brother Jude have been best friends forever. Charlie has had a crush on Trent for just about her whole life. Trent and Charlie leave so Trent can go change. They never make it back. They end up going somewhere and spending the night. The next day some hurtful things were said which causes Charlie and Trent to never speak a word to eachother for 8 years. Just and Trent’s friendship takes a bit of a hit since Charlie leaves town all because of Trent.
8 years later, Charlie returns to her hometown of Sunnyville along with a job transfer. What will happen when Trent and Charlie see eachother? So much has happened. Trent has a lot to tell Charlie but, will he?
Chapter 19/20 totally gets me and I was going to have to have words with the author. Haha!
You definitely don’t want to miss out on this great read. I cannot wait for book 2.
Such a great read!
Review by @xchellex
The God: A Greek Myth Fantasy Romance by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
These books have really sucked me in by the ever so talented Hazel Storm! THE GOD is the second book in the HER THREE IMMORTAL series so I would highly recommend that you go get book one, THE DON before you dive into this one. That one is just as fab, but we pick up right where we left off in that one so you may be a tad left in the dark if you don’t start there. These books take one of my favorite subjects of Greek Mythology and really plays a wonderful spin on it that just is done so wonderfully that I can’t help but love every single moment I spend with the characters. The romance is done well and believable so that is always a plus for me as well. I loved this addition and will definitely be back for the next book that looks like it is due out very soon!
Review by @lizaileen
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Forbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Yall, I said it before when I reviewed the first book in the Shadow Chronicles and I will say it again but these books are not your average vampire reads and everyone should go run and one-click them! They are just fab and I have become and instant fan of CR Robertson as a result. I love her knack for writing paranormal romance books and her ability to restore my faith in vampire reads once again. I used to love this genre and really really loved reading Anne Rice and whatnot but just became really burned out and sad when Twilight killed it, yes I know I am one of those that could have done without that whole franchise all together. Anywho Forbidden Mate took me on a magnificent ride and kept me reading late into the night. In fact it kept the hubby up too who may or may not be reading these now, oopsies lol. Not sorry actually. These books have something for everyone with action and adventure, intrigue and suspense and the underlying romance is enough to keep me so glued to the kindle I can’t bear it. I will most definitely be stalking and hoping for book three to be available soon!
Review by @lizaileen
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TAINTED by Marsha R. West
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Tainted was a book I throughly enjoyed. It was like watching a movie in my head instead of reading a book, it was that well written. It kept me in suspense and on the edge of my seat. The character Gerry made my skin crawl every time his part came. Martha wrote him extremely well and I was happy with the way she ended it. I really wanted to see a continuation and how Matt’s and Liz’s relationship turned out! It had just enough steamy parts that got you wanting more, but before it got too descriptive and too into it, it stopped. That’s what I love. It didn’t overwhelm the story and become the main thing. It was nice addition that helped the story along. I can’t wait to read some more of her books!
Dating the Intern by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is such a cute story! Natalina Reis did such a great job at making the characters engaging and relatable. With a little twist here and there, a story that may have started as predicable became original in a cheeky and lovable way! Descriptions were on point and the flow was perfection! Non-traditional protagonist/antagonist situations makes this story even more original and fun to read.
Forbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was an amazing read!
It was captivating and fun to experience. I have really enjoyed the series so far. The characters are awesome together. It was action packed with all the feels of a romance. If you like vampires, werewolves and hell-spawns definitely read this series. CR Robertson really has a way of drawing you into the paranormal fantasy world!
A Divided Mind by M. Billiter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story is emotional and raw. It also shows what a mother will do to protect her son. No length to too much.
The struggle to find friends with a mental illness is real. But when you find out you don’t know if the voice you trust is real, how do you come back from that?
This story is so real and happens every day in someone’s world. A lot goes in noticed. Mental illness needs more light shown and this book shined in my opinion.
Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Her Dark Love (Dark Spells Series Book 4) by Isra Sravenheart
3 Stars
Although this is book four in the series, it reads more like a prequel. It is about Lady Isra as a young, innocent witch before she turned to the dark side. We learn how she joined Wingdom Academy and met Everilda. Once best friends until a man came between them. Isra being young and inexperienced fell fir Jonathan. In the end, he broke her heart and she turned hell bent on revenge.
I enjoyed reading about her as a young girl and learning about her past. I was happy to see Astrid was part of the story and learning how he first became part of her life. Unfortunately there was a lot of repetition once again. I understood that her hair was chocolate brown and her eyes were like emeralds the first time that I read it. It didn’t need to be repeated constantly. The story felt rushed yet at the same time, it felt like there was information missing. I feel like the author should slow down so that she can better express herself better on paper.
Review by @Anna Hirsch
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Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Isra is a young witch with big plans, she is seventeen and wants to enrol in the Wingdom’s Academy of Ancient Magics to learn more magic, however, when she arrives the building is unassuming, apart from the very realistic gargoyles and the classes are boring, but she takes solace in the nature surrounding it. It is during one of these times that she meets a fellow witch with whom she thinks she will get on with, Everilda, another young witch but she seems to be more interested in romance and boys than she is in the craft, but they hit it off despite this.
On another day, Isra is waiting for Everilda in a meadow so that they can spend some time together, but instead of Everilda turning up, it is a mysterious young man, he isn’t showing any signs of magic, but he is attractive and captivating and because she is quite naïve and inexperienced, the fact that he is paying attention to her is a bit of a novelty. She keeps distant yet polite with him and he introduces himself as Jonathan, but is also wary because of the rules of the college, however, she contemplates spending more time with him and she cannot wait to tell Everilda all about it when she gets back to the Academy. This is where Everilda starts to drift away from Isra because it turns out that she also has intentions towards this man, but Isra has come to the attention of a light bringer named Samuel who sends his right hand raven Astrid to observe and report on her actions after hearing of her future.
As time passes and Isra’s relationships with Everilda and James develop, they become more complicated and when Isra finds out that she is involved in a love triangle, she is devastated and cannot believe it, but will she be able to forgive and forget and will Astrid and the light bringers be able to keep her on the path of light, or will the darkness prevail? This is a fantastic story with twists, turns and magic galore which will draw you in to a magical world, while explaining beginnings and the consequences of interfering with the emotions and lives of others until you reach its conclusion.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
A Divided Mind by M. Billiter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was definitely outside of what I normally choose. I’m glad I took a chance on this book! I kept in mind what was prefaced before the book even started and how this story even came to light.
While I wouldn’t necessarily classify it as a traditional thriller, it was definitely psychologically suspenseful at times. The consideration of how Branson’s voices and hallucinations manifested as well as the way his mother handled what was unfolding kept me very invested.
I’ve read a few books that contain characters with mental illness but I found this one to be one that really creates a supportive pull for all involved. I understood the rationale for the father, Ed and his role in the initial PTSD diagnosis but I felt that he was an inconsistent plot point.
I am definitely interested in reading the second book of this series, The Divided Twin.
Spooked by a Suspicion by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book I have read by this author which I enjoyed just as much as the first one. This is a young adult story about Rocky and what happens when he is accused of stealing. He is a young man who has plans until his suspicions that Ted is trying to frame him. What will happen to him? Will he prove his innocence and prove that Ted is really behind this? I enjoyed his character and what he brought to the story. The secondary characters gave great support. They all kept the story engaging and wanted to know what would happen next to them. This is well written and the realistic feel and details are great. I really enjoyed this book and it would be great for any young adult. I highly recommend this book.
Review by @bjwagner
The Sound of Silence Audio Book by Dakota Willink is a gripping and intense story that literally had my pulse racing. For so much of this book I found myself on the edge of my seat. It almost felt like I was right there with Gia and there were times when my heart was in my throat at the thought of what was about to happen. The author has done such an incredible job with this book. It is heartbreaking and uplifting all at the same time. I loved how she used the multiple POV’s to really add depth to the story. For me it made it even better. This book definitely contains triggers so for those that may be sensitive of them I would say read with caution. However I also cannot recommend this book highly enough. It is easily my favourite one by this author and it is also one of the best books that I have listened to or read this year! I am already looking forward to experiencing this one again. An amazing and emotional book I would urge everyone to pick up today!!!
Dire’s Club by Kimberly Packard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Dire’s Club by Kimberly Packard is such a unique and interesting book that really pulled me in from the start. I loved the concept of the final bucket list trip and how the author has gone about creating that idea. I thought that all the characters were so well written. They each had their part to play and fit the book so well.
This is still a relatively new author for me and I really enjoyed how this book is completely different to the other books of hers that I have read. I think this one has to be my favourite book so far and it one I would highly recommend.
Stripped by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 1st murder mystery book I have read. I was pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed it. This is book one of the Stripped series and it’s a spin off of the Bruised series. I can’t wait to go back and read the other series. This book takes Dee the main character through some very serious soul searching. The love triangle, the steam, and the suspense were all great!!!
Forbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Forbidden Mate (The Shadow Chronicles Book 2) by CR Robertson. This book was amazing. The first book was good too and I would suggest reading it first but this book just blew everything out of the water. Its a fast paced story full of paranormal romance, drama, and vampires. This is the conclusion of Tasha and Levi’s story and it will shock you to the core. Things are more complicated as the battle continues between the Vamps and the Lycans. Castus is still totally obsessed with Tasha and will stop at nothing to have her even though she wants nothing to do with him. This is the telltale sign of whether Tasha and Levi make it and it will keep you flipping pages until you are finished. Tasha is still finding out about her powers and how to use them and of course her relationship with Levi is causing all kinds of destruction. This book is so good and I hope you will all read it.
So Close by Renee Regent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my favorite story by this author. There is drama and action and the characters have real world problems to overcome. This also is a triangle style that I have not read before. That alone made this intriguing on how the author handled this situation.
I really enjoyed these characters and storyline. They made me smile and I easily identified with them. I loved each of their jobs. Levi’s especially is very different and interesting. That is something that makes a book stand out to me. The uniqueness of the characters and plot.
The only thing I felt was iffy in here is the complete turn around of one character. This person is combative, full of their self and showy. I just couldn’t see that type of person showing tears and all of a sudden…nice. Maybe as time goes by..changes could occur…like the epilogue..that fits. I think I looked at all these characters as “real world” and I forgot they are fictional and can do anything. Anyway this is a blip in an otherwise wonderful story.
This is not my first book by this author but I feel it is her best. The story moves along at a good pace and I was drawn Into these lives. This is well rounded and I enjoyed it.
The God by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book in the Her Three Immortals series. This book is giving me book hangover 🤕… in a good way.
Also, if you liked Beauty and the Beast, I truly think this is a GREAT retelling with an Underworld and Alice in Wonderland twist. I didn’t catch on to this until after I finished the book and started thinking about the characters.
The Caterpillar 🐛
The Mirror 🪞
The Shadow 👤
The Clock 🕰 Tower
Venessa has the quirkiest and cutest inner monologue AND she’s SEXXY 🥰
Grey(Hades) has TOTALLY grown on me and has gone from Beast to Man 🥵
Oh and the Evil 👿 Underworld Queen 👑 who has a dark secret
Come on! This is fairytale book 📚 in the making! But with Smutt 😘🍆🙏🏻
The Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
When I first picked this book I thought ‘The Don, has to be mafia, download’
Boy was I wrong but in a good way. This book includes, Gods, Demi-gods and if you know more about mythology then I do(and you don’t have to Google during the book) it pulls in real stories and ties in great characters.
⭐️ Raef 🥵 is my favorite right now.
⭐️ Grey(Hades) is ok, he’s more of an alpha-hole in this book but I have a feeling he softens up.
⭐️ Vanessa is the H and I love 🥰 her from the moment she was introduced; such a heart of gold and her family is #1.
I can not tell if this is going to be a RH, which would be fabulous, 🙌🏻 Or a love 💕 triangle.
Either way, I am here for it and I can not wait to keep reading this series.
So Close by Renee Regent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
So Close is the 4th book in the Love Grows series by Renee Regent. Although part of a series, each book can be read as a stand-alone. I have read the previous book in the series and enjoyed them all so was really excited to read another book in this series.
In So Close we get the story of Dahlia and Levi. Dahlia and Levi were best friends as kids but have since become enemies. What’s going to happen when they have to work together on a project?
I really enjoyed reading Dahlia and Levi’s story. You are kept waiting quite a while to find out why they became enemies and this kept me gripped to the story. I wanted/needed to know what went wrong to end their friendship.
Levi is determined to get Dahlia back as a friend…and more and will do anything to get back into her good books. This makes for a very entertaining read which had me not want to put this book down.
Dahlia and Levi are both great characters that you can easily relate to and you can’t help but hope that they get their HEA.
Tainted by Marsha R West
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
There is something to be said for a strong, courageous female lead. Regardless of the genre, I find that these novels pull me in, and spit me out wanting to be a little bit better, a little bit stronger, and a little more independent. This story was comprised of a couple strong female characters, being Liz, and Lauran (her daughter.) Their relationship alone tells you what kind of Mother Liz is, and how much of her life she devoted to motherhood. Her little pup Charley seems to be quite adorable as well.
We’re thrown into a whirlwind of events when the FBI come pounding on Liz’s door in the wee hours of the morning, and you’re quickly brought up to speed on the goings on of what she’s been through over the last couple years. Once you get the backstory, Lauran and Liz make their way to Red River, NM, from Fort Worth, Tx. Marsha R. West does a phenomenal job at setting the scene, and you feel as though you are along for the ride, through the scenic drive. The easy conversation, and getting to know both these characters is done, flawlessly!
The trials and tribulations that these women, and their friends/acquaintances go through are crazy, intense, and quick. I found myself getting more and more curious as to what would happen with Liz, and her old love interest from high school, Marshal Matt Thornton, as it quickly becomes a suspense and second chance romance. I didn’t ever put this book down and was lost in it from page 1 until the ending. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed. Will be recommending to my Mother, as Liz and Lauran’s relationship reminds me of our own.
Dating the Intern by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I absolutely enjoyed this book! I was engaged from the beginning and had a hard time putting it down. As a 37 year old woman, there was a lot of relatable ideas to the main character, Ivory. I will say, I am fortunate to not have the confidence demons that she has and I got so frustrated for her trepidation throughout the book.
I liked that the story was light and moved smoothly. The plot kept moving and all of the details were relevant to the story. I would definitely read more books by this author!
Ride For Me by VR Baucke
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ride For Me (North Shore Crew Book 1) by Vi Summers has romance and suspense. Best of both worlds.
Gage’s life was ripped apart by tragedy in his past. Three years of grief and a refusal to feel had taken their toll. He’s a shell of the guy he used to be, content to be numb and resentful. Gage is pushed into his cousin’s environment in a last-ditch effort to turn his life around. The Crew’s universe. One crew member, out of his depth and reeling, reawakens long-forgotten sentiments. Gage is anxious to keep his emotions hidden. His bond with Lil, on the other hand, is all-consuming. Uncontrollable. One minute it’s scorching hot; The next, it’s freezing cold. Gage thought that lightning doesn’t strike again. But, when it came to losing the woman of his life, he was adamant. It strikes again as Lil’s history rears its ugly head, pushing Gage to face his demons. All while attempting to prevent the painful past from repeating.
I loved this story and the concept of it as well. I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. This is the first book in the series and I can’t wait to read more.
Turning Wheels by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Turning Wheels: Satan’s Devils MC #1: A Blood Brothers Spinoff, Volume 1 by Manda Mellett is a romance Satan story.
She only wanted to assist my closest friend get away from her violent partner. As a result, she was forced to use a wheelchair. Life isn’t worth living anymore. She will no longer be desired by men. But her horror is only getting started. Ethan wants to use her as a bargaining chip to reclaim his lady. The Satan’s Devils, an illegal motorcycle group in Arizona, end up protecting her. She would have felt at ease among a group of gorgeous, tough motorcyclists as the woman she used to be; as the handicapped woman she is now, she feels afraid and vulnerable, and I quickly discover that this isn’t the safest place to hide. But I have nowhere else to go because I have a contract with her. The VP of the Satan’s Devils, who teaches her how to feel like a full woman again, is one incentive for her to stay.
She isn’t welcome in their world. She’d be out of her element even if she wasn’t in that stupid wheelchair. But something drew him to her as soon as he saw her. He’s always desired her, but she believes she’s unattractive and is afraid of letting a guy into her bed as if her handicap defines who she is. She’ll have to teach her that she’s incorrect. But, before he can seize his opportunity, everything goes to hell. She’s under their protection, but if one of their own fails to defend her, she’ll be in danger.
I loved this story and the concept of it as well.I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. This is the first book in the series and I can’t wait to read more.
Forbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Vampires, lycan, witches, and hellspawn, this book had it all! Vampires and lycan are sworn enemies so how it is possible that Levi and Tasha were able to become mates? Levi will do anything to protect his vampire mate, but will it be enough? The vampires and lycan have formed a truce, but a new enemy is at their door threatening to destroy both species. I loved the twists, turns, and the unexpected that CR Robertson gave in this story. I don’t want to give any surprises away. I loved this book and was disappointed when I came to the end. I want more!
