This was very diffrent from what I imanged. Been a rockstar must be hard. Rick a playboy. The M/M/F scence really got my heart racing.
I adored the ending and Rick chose the right path to happiness.
This is a very well done audio book which I really enjoyed listening to.
Date Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Kyle and Hannah are two very cycnical people. This is a very easy read. The plot was easy to read through for me. Hannah hurt in love before finds it hard. The scence where dragged out. Its a slow paced story and very cliché at points. I liked the dual POV however it was nice to see the story from both sides.
Try Right by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Try Right is book three in the Aloha series by Jill Brashear. This racy little story is set in the late sixties, in Hawaii, and the two main characters are Claudia and Henry. I have not read book one or two, and while these are stand alone stories, I think I would have benefited from reading the first and second books before reading Try Right. Nevertheless, the story was enjoyable, with energetic characters who were witty, passionate and magnetic. Claudia was an actress and Henry a stuntman. Used to the finest of Hollywood, Claudia is given a career lifeline in Hawaii, where her first love is from. There were shenanigans galore and the laughs were frequent. A flashy, fun and crafty little romance, with a little sass and lots of heart. 4 stars
Apocalypse NOPE!! by Deidre Huesmann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
4.5 Stars
Apocalypse NOPE!! By Deidre Huesmann is a wonderful YA story that kept me entertained the whole way through. It’s a modern retelling of the four horsemen of the apocalypse story, but with a Deidre Huesmann twist. This is paranormal LGBT romantic comedy done well- with emotion, drama, teenage issues, angst, and more.
I have read many of Deidre Huesmann’s books now and can always count on her to deliver a wonderfully original, entertaining, and yet thought provoking read. And this story was no different. I love the quirky, off-bet characters- and the modern spin that Ms. Huesmann gave to the old classic. I can’t wait to see what she does next.
Thank you, Deidre Huesmann!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was such a an awesome follow up to a Rebecca Remains. Even though you don’t have to read it first I definitely recommend it. This was a great read to follow Randy’s story. I couldn’t wait to find out what really happened at the lake! You definitely don’t see the twist coming in this interesting suspense read. I will definitely be reading more from Jessica Aiken-Hall!
Relentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is H-O-T! It has it all; mystery, drama, and of course some hot romance. Dereck and his team are determined and pros at what they do. He is a take-charge, get what he wants guy and he wants Layla. I love her independence and determination to find her sister. This is definitely a more mature read as the sexual nature is hot, hot, hot! I rooted for them throughout the whole book. Even though this is the fourth book in the series you can totally read it as a stand-alone but if you do I am sure you will be searching for the rest of the series the moment you finish. It is definitely a page-turner and I highly recommend it.
Review by @rosemarym3483
Relentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
WOW WOW WOW!!! I am so hooked on this series!!
Relentless by the wonderful Via Mari had me hooked from the very start and kept me captivated until the very last word. I was literally on the edge of my seat towards the conclusion of the book. Part of the story does run along side the previous book in the series so I found it very beneficial that I had read the previous book. My recommendation would be to start this series from the very beginning not just because the characters story lines will flow better for you but because its so AWESOME and you don’t want to miss anything!!
Relentless Brings us the story of Layla, a very strong willed determined woman, hiding a genuine soft tender side, who is looking for her sister and the man who killed her cousin. Along comes the Super hot, determined and VERY dominant Dereck. He wants to protect her and be with her but knows she is hiding things from him. Lies is one thing he does not tolerate but at the same time he knows trust must be earnt, he just hopes he can earn her trust before its too late.
Do yourself a huge favour and grab a copy of Relentless today!! you wont be disappointed
The Earl and the Peahen by Jean Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
For me after the first page or two, I thought I wasn’t going to like it. However, as I kept reading I became more and more invested in the story and the mystery of what Lucifer’s real goal was and what was going to happen to our pair. Personally, Jane drove me a bit nuts describing herself as plain, as I am sure she did to Alexander. Overall I liked them both and I liked their dynamic. The story kept me turning the pages and I was very happy at the end. So even though I thought I wasn’t going to like it I really did enjoy it. I absolutely recommend it. A very good read.
Review by @rosemarym3483
Valerie is a 15-year-old who developed a crush on her brothers roommate when he was brought home for Thanksgiving. Sparks fly between the two, but Flynn is warned off by her brother. Because of his love and respect for his roommate he doesn’t act on his feelings. Flynn feels that the best course of action is to leave Valerie alone until she is ready to move forward with a relationship if she so chooses. At first she is upset that he left without a good-bye, but over time she does her best to get over him. She soon starts to date a young man that she grew up with and whom her family seems to like very well. Flynn of course has always been in the back of her mind and she has kept up to date with him once she found out he dropped out of school to become a rock star. When tragedy strikes and she loses several people she loves in an accident, Flynn is there by her side to help her though it all. Will there ever be a time when he doesn’t answer her call? He is a big celebrity now and has millions of people watching every aspect of his life while Valerie is a small town girl living on a farm. Listening to all the heartache that Valerie endured while she was going through her teen years was tough. I admit I cried a bit, but there were also moments that made me smile and laugh. I enjoy reading books, but to hear the emotion behind words is sometimes more powerful than what is written on the page. Both the author and narrator did a great job bringing these characters to life and making them relatable.
Relentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great 5 star read that pulled me in right from the beginning. You could say that Dereck was relentless in his pursuit of Layla.
Dereck and his team are working on keeping a woman safe. When he has to talk to Layla to try and get more information from her, things take a dangerous unexpected twist. There is something about her that pulls him right in and calls to his dominant side.
Will Layla submit to Dereck? What will happen when her secret comes out?
Layla has a plan and Dereck wasn’t part of it, but he is determined to keep her in his sights. As we move forward in the story, things get even more interesting. Overall this was a great read. I really liked both characters; they both had strength and challenged each other. And their chemistry was off the charts. The author does a great job with her writing and I look forward to reading more from this series. 1-click and get started today.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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Love by Design by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Love By Design (The Meraki Series Book 2) by Effie Kammenou shares the story of Mia and Nicholas. Mia works for a publishing company as a graphic designer who also happens to take professional photographs. When she attends a Community if Creatives in Publishing meeting, she finds her dream guy Nicholas who happens to be a presenter at the meeting. Several months later Mia is offered a new position when the publishing company is going through a reorganization. Wouldn’t you know it, Mia is now working with Nicholas. The hard part is that they don’t seem to get along at all. They both seem to bring out each other’s bad side. Early on, Mia is very worried that she will lose her job because of this. Will she keep her job and will she be able to continue working with Nicholas? Don’t worry my fellow readers – keep reading, the answers will come.
I love how Ms. Kammenou develops the characters. It’s a big part of the reason I loved the first book in the series. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.
Myths & Legends by Laura Greenwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a collection of different stories from various authors. I absolutely loved the quick read tales in this collection. Though I would have loved to have had longer versions of some of them, they were great short stories that left no stone unturned and gave the reader enough detail to picture the scenes. A great “mini-escape” if you will.
Review by Carly Vogler
Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Murder at Honeybee Lake is the 2nd book in the Shadow of Doubt series by Jessica Aiken-Hall. I liked the first book better, as it was more intense, but this book was very good too. They should be read in order, as there are a lot of overlapping characters, without much background given. This book focuses on Randy Fletcher, who came to the rescue in book one, taking care of Tessa. This book is full of suspense from the very beginning. Randy and his boyfriend Ben are swimming in the lake outside their house, when they find a dead body. Everything gets tangled up, and Randy is soon in quite a pickle. His life is thrown upside down, and soon it is difficult to determine what is good and what is bad. I was glad to have the book be a true mystery, with the truth not being revealed until the end. I love how all the characters are connected in a mysterious way that are slowly discovered. Highly recommend this series, and cant wait to read more by the author.
Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy
Relentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) Via Mari 5/5 stars I have read many of Via Mari’s books and this author’s writing never ceases to amaze me. I loved the characters in this book, especially Layla. She is fiesty, fiery, strong and independent. As I have come to expect, Via Mari took me for a ride from the first to last page. There is passion, intrigue and action throughout the storyline without being “over the top.” I feel like each one or my reviews for Via Mari are so similar. She crafts great plots with strong sexy characters. I would recommend reading the Billionaire Bodyguards series in order, you don’t want to miss a thing. I looked forward to more already!
The Earl and the Peahen by Jean Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Earl and the Peahen is the fifth book in the Scarlet Salon Book series by Jean Wilde. This can be a stand-alone book. But if you like historical romance stories, I highly recommend the previous books as well. The historical era when this book takes place is detailed perfectly which makes seeing the story in my mind’s eye even better. The plotline is about finding a love that you were not looking for and opposites attracting to one another. One good thing about opposites attracting is the chemistry and the playful talking back and forth with each other. The characters are complex and have unique qualities with each other. If you can joke around and be yourself with someone, usually you fall for one another unexpectedly. I felt like I was transported back in time and was friends with Jane and Alexander while the relationship was budding. I highly recommend this book to all romance lovers.
My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I must say that I did enjoy reading My Lips Are Sealed. In book 1 of Carmen Richter’s Sealed With a Kiss series and Ms Richter did a very good job of keeping you on your toes and wondering what was going to happen next. This story is has it all loss, love, drama, friendship, heartache and more.
Zoe is dealing with loss and heartbreak, and in a way to help her find closure she writes a song to start the process of healing. She goes to an open mic night and pours it all out. It’s there, at that open mic night, that she meets Elijah. Could it really be love at first sight?
Zoe and Elijah are two people with common interests that form an instant connection. After months of feeling the pain of loss, there’s a glimmer of hope that healing will come. And then she gets a shocking surprise when she walks into class to find Elijah is her new drama teacher.
The teenage girl in me was cheering her on every step of the way. The mom (of teenagers) in me was not. I found myself conflicted. But with every page I turned and with each new challenge that she was forced to face, I found myself hoping that it would all work out.
My emotions are still trying to register all that’s happened. From happy, to sad to tears to angry to devastated to rage to tears again…. Just make sure you have a box of tissues ready.
My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’ll start off by saying I applaud Carmen Richter for how well she wrote about a lot of important topics. Young girls being pressured into things they aren’t ready for, coming out as gay, high-school drama. So many things!
For me personally the romance between Elijah and Zoe moved so quickly in the beginning it took a while for me to get into that aspect of the book. There were so many other things going on, the mystery with Brody and the drama with Paisley I kept reading. And I’m so glad I did!
Key West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5 Stars
Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe #6) by Mark Nolan
Another great read by Mr. Nolan. Everytime I pick up one of his books I’m captured. Each one gets better. I love every minute of it.
Jake is in the Florida Keys celebrating a friend’s wedding. When his dog tries warning them they ignore it. Now, Jake is trying to find who killed the newly weds. The quote I chose for Jake is: “Harlan would be pleased. It’s a bittersweet feeling, but he’d want us to enjoy his beloved Florida Keys, even though he can’t be here with us.”
Highly recommended for Crime lovers.
Myths & Legends by Laura Greenwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved reading all of the different myths and legends. Some I didn’t know even existed, and others it was nice reading them from a different point of view. My favorite one reading about Geb and Nut. I have heard they myth many of times, but I’ve never read it from her point of view. It lead me to the series called Forgotten Gods origin story, and from there I fell into the rabbit hole reading all of the different stories. It amazing how some legends have been forgotten. I will always come back to this book over and over and over again.
Blue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved the characters. I loved how much the Zayed gave her respect and treated her like a person. Most of all they didn’t treat her possessively. Unlike all of the reverse harem books, all 4 men were respectful of Lillie and each other. There wasn’t an ounce of possessiveness at all and that was a breath of fresh air. While there were some steamy sexy scenes, those were outplayed by the story itself. It added to the story instead take away from it. I can’t wait to read book two!
Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
OH MY GOODNESS!!! This was a great read!! I am huge on watching mystery shows and still missed the clues on whodunit. Sunshine is distraught that the town’s most prized treasure; the town’s Bible with the founding father’s signatures in it, and the proceeds of the gala she had orchestrated to help the library stay open are stolen. Only the town’s elite people, members of the library foundation, and the library employees are at the gala where they were stolen from. Who would have done such a thing? Will the police listen to her views and ideas?
The main characters in this book just jump off the page. I would be friends with them. I love that the book ends with an extra mystery, I am very encouraged to read the next book, so maybe I can solve the case.
Bovine Tricks by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Bovine Tricks by Seelie Kay is the first book in the Royals Gone Rogue series. The hunt is on to find Lady Annabelle. Will Tillie and Abdul be able to find her and rescue her? There is mystery, royalty, twists, and turns as they chase down Lady Annabelle. Tillie and Abdul are sent to a world that Tillie is not only unaware even existed but definitely takes her out of her comfort zone. I loved the chemistry between the two main characters. The easy banter that only people that know each other well can achieve. Would definitely recommend.
Relentless by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance
(Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari
4 Stars
This is the fourth book in this tantalizing series. A series filled with action, intrigue and hot male bodyguards. Each book focuses on a separate couple but the story continues through each book. It can be read as a stand-alone but the books are good so it’s worth reading them all. This book centres around Dereck and Layla. Layla is strong and full of attitude but has a heart of gold. She tries her best to help Brianna but has goals and secrets that she must keep hidden. Dereck is assigned to watch Layla and can’t help but be attracted to the fiery beauty. She calls to his dominant side and he has decided that she’ll be his regardless of what she thinks. He knows the attraction is mutual and realizes that she is keeping secrets. Trust must be earned and he plans on earning her trust. He needs to protect her, even from herself.
This book will catch your attention from the get go and keep you interested until the end. Layla was a secondary character in the last book and I really enjoyed getting to know her story in this one. The chemistry was on fire between the two main characters and I was rooting for them from the start. This was a great addition to the series and I’m looking forward to reading the next one.
Review by @Anna Hirsch
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An Unexpected Bonding by Lilly Rayman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book starts with an amazing descriptive start. Hathor has a plan with Imothep. I enjoyed the names been ancient Greek ones. Th characters were introduced slowly which was nice as you get to know them more. Livvie is caught in a Web of mysterious. The many different POV take time to get use to but it adds too the story. The mystery creatures are very unique in this book.
Key West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jake Wolfe and his ex-war dog Cody are back in another of their thrilling adventures and this time, they are in Key West in Florida so that Jake can attend the wedding of a friend, it is a barefoot beach wedding at one of the resorts on the Marina and while Jake is mingling with the other guests and catching up with people, he has a feeling that all is not well, his neck is tingling and the feeling of a premonition of danger, despite the fact that most of the guests are veterans and it is probably one of the safest places in the Keys, but this feeling only intensifies when a drone passes by and looks directly at him, even though this particular hotel has a no fly policy. After the ceremony finishes and the reception is over, Jake and Cody sail the newlyweds to their cruising sloop, however, as they approach it, Cody alerts Jake that he can smell something on the boat, the newlyweds stubbornly don’t allow Jake and Cody to investigate, preferring to set off on their honeymoon instead. Unfortunately, minutes after they set off there is an explosion followed by a ball of flame as the boat blows up in front of Jake. As the authorities arrive and take control of the situation, Jake is struggling with feelings of guilt and remorse and he is blaming himself for not insisting harder on carrying out the check until he sees the same, or very similar drone flying around and this throws him into a rage where he threatens the person behind it and swears revenge.
The next day, all the local news networks are talking about the devastating event and the person who has claimed responsibility for it by sending them the drone footage, as well as their ransom demand for $30 million from Monroe County. Meanwhile, the criminal being discussed is planning their next targets, the timings of them, planning the method of placement and finding out as much as they can about the man who threatened them. Jake is having breakfast with friends and trying to make sense of what happened when Jake receives confirmation that his request to take Cody to check some of the other marinas in the area has been approved and so the pursuit of the bomber commences in earnest. When the group leave, Cody turns up outside the restaurant and so Jake splits off from the others to take him for a walk back to the marina, but just as they are passing the county courthouse, Cody signals that he senses something followed by Jake seeing an individual jumping out of a car and heading away on a bicycle. Jake realises what is about to happen and shouts a warning before firing a gun shot in the air to encourage people to listen and just as the two clear the area and take cover, there is a blast from the abandoned vehicle. Jake goes into marine mode and starts to fight the fires in the immediate area while making sure that people are ok while demanding that someone calls the authorities. When they arrive at the area, he again has to make a statement and he is again annoyed that he wasn’t able to stop it, or protect the people around him, but as he talks it over with people later on, he is even more resolved to help solve the mystery of what is happening.
As the days follow on and more attacks are planned and carried out, the locals and tourists are becoming increasingly worried by the situation, as are the local government, but they are worried about the economic impact it could have on this area which revolves around tourism. Will Jake and Cody be able to figure out who is behind the attacks and why before more innocent lives are lost, or will they be the next victims before they get the chance? This is another thrilling race against time where an ex-marine and ex-war dog take on another criminal with malicious intentions.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Relentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari. I found Via Mari about 2 years ago and I’ve never looked back. I love every book I’ve read of hers and I can’t wait to read the next! This book is amazing. It can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading them in order to get the best experience. Its the story of Layla Contreras who is on a mission and that mission involves finding and rescuing her sister who has been taken to be sold to the highest bidder. Layla not only wants to rescue her sister but all the women that have been taken. Dereck is a member of an elite security team who works for 2 different men. When one of the men send him on an assignment he doesn’t expect to be smack dab in the middle of a trafficking ring. He also doesn’t expect to meet the most beautiful and fascinating women he’s ever met. Layla and Derek have immediate chemistry but Layla is focused on finding her sister. When Derek finds out who Layla really is he realizes he may be in over his head. Will they find her sister in time and will they survive if they do. Will Derek and Layla make that chemistry work??? Read Relentless to find out!
My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My Lips Are Sealed is an intense emotional rollercoaster ride for being a young adult story. Being the first of the series it’s not too long at 464 pages but the story hooked me hook, line, and sinker from page one. My Lips Are Sealed has everything a reader could ask for love, death, conspiracy, drama, and a ton of emotion. The characters really brought this book to life for me, Miss. Richter describes their looks and their emotions in such detail that you’ll find yourself feeling like they are real people that these emotional scenarios are happening too. Overall My Lips Are Sealed is an amazing read and I would highly recommend it. This reader for one can’t wait to catch the rest of the series.
Bovine Tricks by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a well written story containing romance and danger. I loved the characters and the relationship between Tillie and Abdul is entertaining.
Mathilda is a member of the MISix. She is sent on a mission by the Queen. Lady Annabelle Trask has gone missing. Not sure if she has been kidnapped or gone of her own free well Mathilda and Abdul set out to find her and enter a world Mathilda finds hard to get her head around. The world where humans are turn into animals. Who would do this willingly?
Together they must now get Lady Annabelle out of that world. But it isn’t as easy as they thought it would. Is she there willingly or is she forced to be there against her will.
And can Mathilda and Abdul relationship survive or will one of them cross the line from work partners to sexual partners. Its an exciting adventure where fantasy becomes reality.
Bovine Tricks by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a well written story containing romance and danger. I loved the characters and the relationship between Tillie and Abdul is entertaining.
Mathilda is a member of the MISix. She is sent on a mission by the Queen. Lady Annabelle Trask has gone missing. Not sure if she has been kidnapped or gone of her own free well Mathilda and Abdul set out to find her and enter a world Mathilda finds hard to get her head around. The world where humans are turn into animals. Who would do this willingly?
Together they must now get Lady Annabelle out of that world. But it isn’t as easy as they thought it would. Is she there willingly or is she forced to be there against her will.
And can Mathilda and Abdul relationship survive or will one of them cross the line from work partners to sexual partners. Its an exciting adventure where fantasy becomes reality.
Logan McKenna is VERY curious! Her curiosity gives her a need to constantly solve things which sometimes lead her to dangerous situations. This is obviously what makes the story more exciting for the reader. The intensity and excitement in this book keeps you wanting more the more you read it, you HAVE to know how it ends or you wont sleep well at night. The not knowing what was going to happen next kept me hooked from the beginning. Listening to this book made me get into the story even more, I felt like I was part of what was happening. My reading experience was definitely amplified by listening to this book as opposed to reading it, the narrator did a great job!
