Her Blackened Soul by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a great dark fantasy book. Lady Isra is a witch who follows the darks arts she no longer wants love and believes it is pointless. Her path is to learn more magic, she hates humans because they are weak. There is so many twists and turns i could not put it down.
Her Blackened Heart by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Who doesn’t love a story about villainous witches. Book 2 picks up right from the end of book one. If anything i enjoyed this one more than the first. Lady Isra is still in her tower with her lover cloaked with her dark magic away from humans and her enemies, but someone or something manages to get through the enchantment and Isra knows exactly how to manipulate and weave her way out of danger with her sneaky tricks.
Her Blackened Rose by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is definitely my favourite book in the series so far. I have been drawn into Lady Isra story from the start. I love how it is a change from the good guy/hero books and that the main character is a Villian. I really enjoy the chemistry between Isra and Astrid and you find out whether she is really evil like she believes. There is adventure, revenge and magic you will not be disappointed.
Dragons by Ty Drago
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Really great YA book with enough science to fill the hearts of nerds like me. Andy finds himself in a situation outside of his control, taken against his will, and kept away from the world he once knew. The story is filled with deception, half-truths, doubt, and action mixed in with a bit of humor and sorrow. The story keeps you guessing, but the ride is enjoyable from start to finish. Andy as a character is very relatable, and I loved his snark throughout the story. I was constantly re-evaluating the characters and opinions on various characters changed many times. It was difficult to know who to trust! The writing flowed nicely, making it so that I was completely immersed. I enjoyed seeing the few artwork pieces as well.
Reviewed by @asanabr1
Mornin The Super Bird : Mornin Finds a Way to Stop Extinction by Jules Heartly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Vibrant Illustrations with a Big Message!
Amazing book for children to learn about extinction on their level! I loved the illustrations and the songs used throughout. It was a short read (perfect for its target audience) filled with a big message. My young son was enthralled by the vibrant illustrations on each page and it made conversation easy on a harsh subject. This would be the perfect addition to a curriculum on extinction in the classroom. The book does an excellent job of showing that even the littlest creatures can make the biggest differences!
Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This story is a combination of past and present merging together. It is full of rich history and ghost stories. While it’s not a story I favor by this author I am sure others would enjoy it. The characters are good and I did love that first scene of them (Gianna and Sergio) by the water fountain. It is very romantically hot.
Overall it’s a nice story but too enveloped in the past and history for me. This does have a little mystery in here though tha adds to the goodness.
Dragons by Ty Drago
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
As someone who reads a lot of fantasy and sci fi, this was right up my alley. There was plenty of action and adventure to keep me on my toes. The storyline definitely wasn’t what I expected and there were lots of surprising twists throughout, although not to the point that they didn’t make sense. This was a pretty long book, but it was so entertaining that it never felt long. I would definitely call it a page turner, considering I finished it in one night! I thought the main character, Andy, was well-rounded and likable, and I enjoyed many of the side-characters as well. The only thing I didn’t love about “Dragons” was that towards the end, it felt a tiny bit repetitive near the resolution, but that could just be because I was so excited to reach the conclusion. Overall it is definitely a book that I would recommend, and is one that I will probably be reading again!
Turning Wheels by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wraith is the VP of the Satan’s Devils. Sophie was crippled by a madman and is in a wheelchair. She thinks no one could want her, but she is so wrong. Wraith fell in love at first sight. For him that’s all it took. Turning Wheels is the first book in the Satan’s Devils MC series. Manda Mellett has what it takes to write a compelling MC novel. She keeps her readers attention from the begging of the novel to the end. I definitely recommend this author and novel to anyone who likes reading MC novels.
Hell In A Handbasket by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hell in a Handbasket is the third novel in the Life is Hell series by Naomi Valkyrie. In this novel it’s Teivel and Oren’s story. Valkyrie knows how to write paranormal novels that hook you from the beginning. This novel can be read as a stand-alone, but after reading it, you’ll want to read the first two. I recommend this novel for anyone interested in reading.
This is the 2nd book in the Jaded Vamp series. This is an audio book and is just under 6 hours listening time. This story follows Kaysee and Dominic. Decades have passed and Panthaos has now breeched the estate and is on the lookout for Dominic. Kaysee and her coven have been working to rid the world of Vycans and in the midst of it all, her husband and son come up missing. Claudia, Dominic’s maker, is looking to get him back from Kaysee. Kaysee knows nothing of their relationship. Great story and great narrator!
Dragons by Ty Drago
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a science fiction book written by an author I was unfamiliar with, but it turned out to be a fantastic story. He has quite a way of writing that drags you in from the beginning. I couldn’t put it down. He did a fantastic job with his character description that had me thinking I knew these people personally. I love that not only is this a science fiction book, but a young adult science fiction book. It has a really good story lesson for kids and takes you on an adventure that you don’t see coming. There were many twists and turns thanks to the secrets, lies and deception involved and that had me page turning on the edge of my seat. Highly recommended book.
Her Blackened Rose by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The author continues weaving her tale that transfixed this reader from start to finish. This is not one I would recommend picking up without having read the rest of the series simply because the character development is best appreciated in full. It is a fascinating fantasy. It feels authentic and original. This book and series continue to explore the line between good and evil in a very interesting way. I enjoy this author’s work and hope to read more soon.
Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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Terrifying Love: A Halloween Anthology by Serena Nova
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an amazing collection of stories by authors I have never read before but I really enjoyed each and everyone. As the title suggests there is a romance element but they aren’t sweet boy meets girl romances which makes them unique.
Each story is very different and unique. They cover things such as kidnap, a stalker, ghostly revenge, frued and murder also a romance. The characters are really well written and each story feels complete. I fully lost myself in each story and was left wanting more.
It is a great introduction to the authors and for people who prefer something a bit more than a sweet romance this is ideal for them.
Mountains Wanted by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved Dr. Sarah Lynde’s character. I loved that she is a strong single mother that seems to know what she wants. I learned a lot in this story through Sarah’s and her best friend, Rachael’s relationships. I knew right away that I wanted to root for Sarah and James, but there were a few times that I wasn’t sure what was going to happen. I can’t wait to see how their story continues in the next book.
Mornin The Super Bird : Mornin Finds a Way to Stop Extinction by Jules Heartly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
MORNIN THE SUPER BIRD – FINDS A WAY TO FIGHT EXTINCTION by JULES HEARTLY. This is such a fun book for kids and adults alike. Its about Mornin the Super Bird and one day he sees a sign that says some birds are becoming extinct so he wants to find out why. He also finds out that some other animals not just birds are becoming extinct and he wants to do something to help. This book is such a fun informative read about animals that have become extinct and it will educate you on things to do to help. I recommend this for adults and kids alike!
The Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Don (Her Three Immortals Book 1) by Hazel Storm
5-stars
Oh My Goodness This Book!!!! I absolutely devoured this one, it was simply phenomenal!! Right from the get go I was intrigued, I had all kinds of questions and I couldn’t wait to get all my answers.
I loved all of the detail and drama, there was never a dull moment with all the twist and turns and multiple character POV. It was intense, steamy, complex and addicting.
Honestly, I loved everything about it, I can’t wait to read more from this author asap! This book has topped my list of favourites!
Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) by Amy McKinley
5-stars
Moonlit Kiss is a truly beautiful read, I love reading anything by this author and this one just may be one of my favorites! I read this book in one sitting as I was so captivated by this story from the beginning and I couldn’t bring myself to put it down.
This authors attention to detail is amazing, I was able to picture everything playing out in my mind so clearly which made it so enjoyable and entertaining. I loved everything about this storyline. It was intense, dramatic, touching, unexpected and truly romantic. I loved it all!
I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone! It’s a truly beautiful story you won’t want to miss out on!
Mornin The Super Bird : Mornin Finds a Way to Stop Extinction by Jules Heartly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Adorable book that helps children learn about saving the environment. Loved the use of a cute bird to help portray such an important message. I do feel that there is a slight disconnect between identifying the issue and the steps that were taken to solve it. I think it would benefit to have explored why the issue is happening, so the solutions discussed in the book would make more sense, especially for young minds. I love that there are resources at the end of the book to help take it a step further for children to be able to explore what steps can be taken for a greener world! It is also a great addition to have the internet and some forms of social media play a role in the book, as these are things used by children every day. This book would make a great addition to any classroom or household.
Reviewed by @asanabr1
Terrifying Love: A Halloween Anthology by Serena Nova
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a brilliant collection of full length stories written by some talented authors. Each is unique, engaging and skilfully written. I was pleasantly surprised by how diverse the stories were and due to that I can’t really choose one above the others. There’s such a mix of genres that there is something for every taste. I struggled to put this book down and if it wasn’t for work I would have read this in one sitting. Cannot recommend this anthology highly enough.
Lighting the Path: Leaning into a Hopeful Future as a Special Needs Parent by Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an amazing book. It takes a lot to share a story this personal. The author has my respect for sharing such a personal story about her daughter, Em, and her experiences with her and raising her family. Being the mother of a son with special needs and now raising a grandson with special needs, this book will hold a special place in my heart. Every thing she writes of is true. The praise and the judgement of others. The looks, the condemnation because others don’t believe in what you are doing for you child. She gives tips that every parent of a child with special needs should know and remember: coping with the situation after diagnosis; you are not alone – getting support; create your vision – what do you want for your child; getting interventions together; don’t forget the rest of your family; and other topics. My biggest take-away from this book is do not forget self-care. It is so easy to forget when you are tied up taking care of your child. You need to take care of yourself or you will end up run down and sick. You can’t take care of anyone if you don’t take care of yourself first. The fact that she did a lot of this in Trinidad and Tobago, where there was not a lot of medical care available shows how strong “special” parents are. We will do anything for our children. Thank you for sharing your story, Ms. Balkissoon.
I loved this standalone story. It has everything you want for a boss/employee office romance. A loveable, hardworking assistant and a grumpy, workaholic boss.
Kendall has two jobs, attends night classes to finish her degree and spends weekends watching TV with her grandma. Liam is a work obsessed lawyer, with no work/life balance.
When Liam has to return to his hometown during an important case, he takes Kendall with him so he can continue to work.
I loved the thoughts Kendall had about her boss, her sarcastic thoughts and internal responses were highly entertaining.
Forced to spent time together, Liam starts to realise just how unappreciative he makes Kendall feel and this makes him think about how his actions are interpreted.
I really felt these two falling for each other as they spent more time together. It wasn’t all hearts and roses and they were both forced to face their own issues around relationships and their own future happiness. The biggest change was Liam, he needed to deal with his own past in order to figure out what he wanted from his future. He tried so hard, but he was always putting his foot in his mouth when it came to Kendall.
The narration was easy to listen to. Having the duel voices definitely helped with switching points of view.
Reviewed by @MrsR
Mornin The Super Bird : Mornin Finds a Way to Stop Extinction by Jules Heartly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 Stars
“This book is how Mornin worked with other birds, animals, and children around the world, to spread the word of saving nature for the good of us all.”
Mornin the Super Bird: Mornin Finds a Way to Stop Extinction is a children’s environmental awareness story by Jules Hartley; illustrations by Diego A. Diaz.
It is a cute story written in a simple, easy to understand way- with a lyrical and poetic style to the writing. The ‘sing-song’ style would definitely appeal to children and the author aims to bring awareness to environmental issues, animal protection, animal extinction, global warming, recycling, and pollution. These issues were explored with Mornin the Super Bird, who goes above and beyond to spread the message and save his friends.
Environmental education wrapped up in a cute story.
Thank you, Jules Heartly!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Mountains Wanted by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Phoebe Alexander outdid herself again. Mountains wanted is a story about crave, desire, and pure sex appeal. The characters were great and very relatable. I love the way Alexander writes and the way all of her books that I’ve read so far draw me in. I recommend this to anybody who needs a heart racing, hot novel.
The Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unique. I’ve read many fantasy stories and romance novels, but I’ve never read a book like this. I like how it switches perspectives from the different characters and how easy it is for the reader to get to know each one. Such a good book. I cannot wait to read the next one!
The Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Don is the first book in Her Three Immortals series by Hazel Storm. This was such a fun story to read. When I read the blurb I just knew I had to read it. I am happy to say that it was everything I expected, and more. This is a sexy paranormal reverse-harem romance, with a very captivating storyline.
Grey is the Don of the Underworld, on a mission to collect as many souls as he can. That means spending a month in the mortal realm. But things are about to get interesting. Vanessa’s younger brother is gravely ill and she will do everything she can to find a cure. Has the solution to her problem just moved in across the street? But things are not quite what they seem. Get set for some fun and drama.
Told from several POV’s, with a bit of a cliffhanger, fantastic world building, and interesting characters- this story is well worth the read.
Can’t wait to dive into Book #2!
Thank you, Hazel Storm!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Turning Wheels by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely adore this book and this author! Turning Wheels is the first book in the Satan’s Devils MC series by Manda Mellett. I love this book for a multitude of reasons. This author really knows how to grab your attention from the very beginning and for me that is HUGE! My attention has to be caught from the get go or else I will stop reading it. This book…I started from beginning to end in a matter of a couple of days. I did not want to put it down! This book follows Sophie who was tragically injured and left in a wheel chair. Then it turns out that someone is after her with a contract to kill her. Wraith is the Satan’s Devils MC Vice President. The MC has been brought in to protect her. What they didn’t realize is there is an undeniable connection that is formed between Wraith and Sophie. Sophie is also left depressed with no self-esteem left. So what does Wraith do? He shows her how much she is worth exactly albeit through a bunch of twists and turns that no one sees coming! I love these two and the sass only a British woman can have! This book does not disappoint and neither do the rest of Manda’s books!
Review by @vegasdaisie
Twisted Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The first book in the Deadly Isles Special Ops series, Amy McKinley’s Twisted Secrets has you unable to put the book down! Quite possibly the best book that I’ve read this year, this is the first book that I’ve read by the author, but it certainly won’t be the last!
Not your run-of-the-mill romance novel, the author does a great job of adding suspense, conflict, and depth to the plot and the characters, making it easy for the reader to feel a connection to the story and the characters themselves.
This book made my heart race in the intense moments, and a few tears were shed along the way as well. Amy does an amazing job of describing exactly what is happening, so that you feel as if you are in the same room as the character themselves, and every issue that they encounter, you encounter right along with them.
This book allowed me to escape my life for a while, one of the greatest gifts an author can have in their writing. I am so excited to binge read the rest of the series, as well as check out her other books!
Secure Decision by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 5th book in the Chase Security series and I loved it, 5 stars. I was pulled in right from the beginning. I was excited to finally get Wes’s story.
Ellie is excited to be starting a new job working with horses and doing equine therapy. She does have a past that she is trying to get away from, so she has some pretty big walls up.
Wes is part of Chase Security and had a mission that really affected him. Trying to move on from the mission he focuses on the new equine therapy. When he meets Elle he is instantly drawn to her. When there is a scary twist it changes things pretty quickly, will Wes be able to solve the crime and keep everyone safe?
Overall I really enjoyed this book, you can feel the attraction between the characters. And the twists and turns will keep you on your toes. I really enjoyed their story, the author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing. I felt like I had a couple of different stories going on, which I really enjoy. Each book can be read as a stand alone but I suggest reading from book one. We get drama, suspense, secrets and so much more. 1-click and get started today.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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Mountains Wanted by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5 Stars
Mountains Wanted (Mountains Series Book 1) by Phoebe Alexander
This isn’t the first book by Alexander I’ve read. This new series is great and I loved every minute of it. Mountains Wanted is the first book in the Mountain Series.
Sarah is a single mom to two wonderful kids. Meeting James at a sub place she couldn’t keep him off her mind. When she meets him again a few days later things change. The quote I chose for Sarah is: “With all due respect, let’s say your life is on the line in the heat of battle. Would you rather have a gay soldier who is one hundred percent focused and loyal to his fellow soldiers by your side, or a straight soldier whose mind is nowhere near the battlefield? The truth of the matter is people have the ability to be professional and put their recreational and sexual desires aside when needed. This ability has absolutely nothing to do with sexual orientation. It has everything to do with integrity and work ethic.”
James is home for good. He’s teaching ROTC and encourages his students to attend Sarah’s lecture. When he meets her one on one he can’t keep her off his mind. The quote I chose for James is: “Being deployed in a war zone, it’s obviously not like everyday life. In order for the men to stay focused, accomplish their missions and stay alive, it requires—more than anything else—mental discipline. If an individual loses focus and doesn’t see something they ought to have seen, it may not only get them injured but the person next to them as well. It’s imperative to keep distractions to a minimum. It’s focus and discipline that make the difference between frightened boys and professional soldiers who get the job done. That’s also why drinking and sex are discouraged while deployed.”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Romance lovers.
Hell In A Handbasket by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I just absolutely loved this book and I am so invested in this series. This is Teivel and Oren’s story and you do meet them in the 1st two books. At first, I was not sure about Teivel, he is brash, but I fell in love with his character in this book. Oren and Teivel should not be together, since one is a demon hunter and one is a demon, but they couldn’t be more perfect. The “bundle of joy” so to speak, was surprising, in a good way. I also love how Author Naomi Valkyrie continues this series and includes the other characters in the books as well. It is truly like one big paranormal family and I am so all in! If you love paranormal with some mystery and romance…definitely check this series out and I recommend you reading them in order! Happy reading!
