Best Of My Love (Love in Emerald Creek) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Karen Pearman

Best of my LoveBest of my Love by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

So, let me just say that I can’t give this book the best of my love after reading it. As much as I wanted to love it, I honestly didn’t. It began extremely slow and was hard for me to get into the story. Once the story did start moving along it was hard for me to connect with the main character, Dre, until closer to the ending of the book. I felt that there were some unresolved issues at the end which left me confused and wondering if she was going to release a follow-up and complete the story. If not, then that’s a shame. I really despised the “love of her life” and the choices and decisions that he makes. Just my opinion, but there was no love in that relationship. Maybe desperation. Or hope. Whatever the case may be, I truly cannot believe that anyone would believe that this was the best love of their life. But again, I am hoping that this isn’t the ending of this story and that there will be completion and satisfaction in a sequel.

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Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University Book 1) by Diana Vale – Review by Amanda Lundin

Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University, #1)Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella by Diana Vale
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University Book 1) by Diana Vale

Diana wove a lovely coming of age romance that made for a quick read! Her descriptions and real life feel of University life transported this reader across the ocean to England; back to the good old college days! Diana certainly has a way with words and paints such a clear picture that I could practically feel the cool breeze, hear the boisterous nightlife, and maybe yearn a little for Professor Valentine’s hot breath on my neck… As a midwestern lady from the States I found her British slang endearing and loved her characters all the more for it! Young adult readers will certainly feel a connection and understanding to the characters that I’m sure will have them hooked on Vale’s books to come! If the character connection doesn’t hook them, her classy steamy scenes will! Professor Valentine was a great light read and I look forward to seeing what Vale comes up with next!

 

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Best Of My Love (Love in Emerald Creek) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Kerry Carr

Best of my LoveBest of my Love by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a lovely read. It’s full of heartbreak and romance. It’s a story about forgiveness and that by being able to forgive we allow ourselves to find love. The characters are beautifully written. I love that Dre character is a strong independent woman even though she has suffered heartache and betrayal.

Dre and Erick were high school sweethearts and were together for years until one day Dre got a call. Erick had cheated on her and the woman was pregnant.

Thinking he was doing the right thing he left Dre and married the other woman. Dre was left heartbroken but she picked herself up and moved away.

10 years later she is a successful business woman who has never gone back home. Until her friend needs her. So Dre returns to her old home and old memories.

Can she rebuild her relationship with her dad and forgive him for what she sees as betrayal? Can Erick win her back over? Can they try again or will the pain of the past be too much for Dre to overcome?

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Witness (Ash Park Series Book 9) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Karyn Taylor

Witness: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 9)Witness: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Witness is the 9th Book in the Ash Park series by Meghan O’Flynn. The Ash Park series is centred around police detective Edward Petrosky and in this book he’s joined again by his partner Jackson. I didn’t discover this series of books and this author until the 7th book in this series and it’s still my mission to find time to go back and read the 6 books I’ve missed as I really want to get to know Petrosky’s character more. From my knowledge of Witness and the 2 previous books, I can tell he’s had a damn hard time of it in his life and in witness he sinks back into alcoholism again.
This is a really brilliant detective story with so many twists and turns that you really don’t know what Meghan O’Flynn is going to throw at you next. What started as a simple breaking and entering job turned into something way, way much more and Petrosky and Jackson are soon pulled deep into the dark and dangerous criminal world in a case that becomes a bit too close to home for comfort.
It totally amazes me how an author can write such an intricate and involved plot without losing the plot, so to speak. I’m totally in awe of authors who can do this and keep the reader engaged throughout and Meghan O’Flynn certainly does that with Witness.

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Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University Series Book 1) by Diana Vale – Review by Lianne Probert

Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University, #1)Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella by Diana Vale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella is the first book in the Kirk University series by Diana Vale.

This is my first time reading anything by this author, and I very much enjoyed this novella. It was a quick read that I read in an evening. The characters are sweet and well throughout, and they keep you wanting more. The story follows Cassandra (Cassie) who is a psychology student in her first year at the fictional Kirk University. She doesn’t intend to fall for her professor but just can’t keep away. The book is filled with romance and chemistry, and a fun take on what student life can be like.
I enjoyed this first book in the series, and look forward to seeing where the author takes us next.

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A Hole (Alpha Bet Guys Book 1) By Phoebe Alexander – Review By Amanda Gonzalez

A Hole (Alpha Bet Guys Book 1)A Hole by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A few misunderstandings set the course for this short romantic comedy between comedian Ace Bennett and bank teller Ella Craig. The chemistry between Ace and Ella, as well as their banter-like communication, kept the story fun and enjoyable throughout. The novel grabbed my attention from the first chapter and didn’t let go until the very last page. The author created a well-written story with some rather quirky and swoon-worthy characters. Now that I’ve read this first book, I’ll definitely be looking into the second in the Alpha Bet Guys series!

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8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek – Review by Krista Vaughan

8 Second Ride8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek – Review by Krista Vaughan

A short and sweet story of a young woman desperately trying to catch the eye of her crush Tuck by acting like spoiled little daddy’s girl. Sadly, despite Tuck’s extreme attraction to her, it has the opposite effect. When her dad throws them together the fireworks fly. A satisfying read that makes you wish for a happy ending!

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato ) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Review by Kelli Harper

Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato #0)Sons of Sindicato by Cam Johns
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

FOUR STARS
Forbidden Mafia Romance. Braelynn is a defense attorney and one of her biggest clients is the Giordano Family, the heads of the Sindicato. This is how she met Seth who no only being a client is now her lover. Which is breaking the rules on so many levels.
I do need to through a trigger warning here. There are acts of attempted rape and murder as well as sexual encounters throughout this book.
This book is good and will draw you in and hold you. The things this couple has to go through and do for one another will shock you.
KLH

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Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Seconds (Internet Famous, #6)Seconds by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns

Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns is a heartbreaking,gut wrenching retelling of Rapunzel and holy cow a tear jerker to. My emotions were all over the place and once I started reading I couldn’t stop till I finished. This is a short story about Braxton and the heartbreak he has gone through and his inability to trust others especially women . He’s a well known Chef but paths are crossed when an incident puts him in prime time. Can these two get a second chance? Can he realize things are worth the bumps along the way? Find out what happens next in this must read I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Best Of My Love (Love in Emerald Creek) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Best of my LoveBest of my Love by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Best of my Love (Love in Emerald Creek) by N.D. Jackson is a second chance romance.

Dre has no intention of ever returning to Emerald Creek. She’s made that clear by staying away for so long. There’s nothing there for her except her best friend Shayna and her kids, which is precisely what brings Dre back. Erick made a massive mistake and lost the love of his life. Seeing her back in Emerald is hard knowing he was what drove her away in the first place. Will Dre being back in Emerald Creek for the summer dredge up old memories or have they lost any chance they ever had?

I enjoyed the book it was a great read. I didn’t enjoy Erick so much. He spent a lot of time acknowledging and maybe even feeling bad for the pain he inflicted but those first few interactions he had with Dre lacked any kind of asking for forgiveness. She would have shot him down, that’s Dre’s personality but I feel like Erick continued to make mistakes that he should have learned from. I loved Dre’s character. She’s no nonsense. She tells it like it is. She is herself unapologetically no matter how many people try to make her bend. I definitely recommend!

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Price of a Rose: A Beauty and Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Anna Hirsch

Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2)Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Price of a Rose: A Beauty and Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2)
By Byrd Nash
4 Stars

This is a retelling of Beauty and the Beast. I love fairytales and I think that the author did a good job with this one. There is magic, a curse, the beast and a happily ever after. This is where the similarities end. In this story, the father gambles for a rose and loses his three daughters. The sisters go to Thorn Hill Manor on their own terms and decide to help the beast in their own way. Lily becomes the housekeeper to clean and refresh the house, Rose decides to revive the gardens as this is her strength and Poppy being the youngest becomes his secretary. The author adds some twists to keep it interesting. The characters are kind and compassionate. My favourite had to be Poppy. She is a headstrong fourteen year old with a will of her own. The story is charming and enjoyable. You won’t be disappointed.

Review by @AnnaHirsch
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Strings Attached: A Braebeach Rock Romance by Loriana Cappello – Review by Katie Matthews

Strings AttachedStrings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

I will always pick up a rock star romance read – it’s one of my favourite genres to read about so when I saw this book and a new to me author I couldn’t wait to get started and I wasn’t disappointed at all! Strings Attached was a brilliant read – I absolutely adored Ashton!! He was completely swoon worthy and most certainly book boyfriend material (it’s been ages since one was worthy of my list!!) I loved Calla and Ash together, the way they navigated their friendship to maybe more. They both had a future that meant they were going in different direction but they had this connection that was so sweet and genuine – I was rooting for them the whole way through!
I would highly recommend this wonderful 5 star read and I look forward to reading more from this author again in the future!

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Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock – Review by Jenni Bishop

Guardians of the Garden (Guardians of the Garden, #1)Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock is a YA fantasy story. It is an interesting and original premise that started out a little slow but soon made up for it. The fast moving plot has multiple layers woven in to it with religious overtones, myth and folklore. Theresa has beautifully written and cleverly crafted a story where the world building and its characters have depth and are complex in their telling.

With magic and guardians, immortality and mystery it has something for everyone to enjoy. You won’t be disappointed and you won’t want to put it down.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University Series Book 1) by Diana Vale – Review by Katie Matthews

Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University, #1)Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella by Diana Vale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

I love a forbidden romance story so when I read the synopsis for this book I was really looking forward to reading it and overall I really enjoyed it, I guess it was a little predictable in parts and it was a short read but nevertheless I still liked it. Professor Valentine definitely had the sexy teacher vibe going on so I can see why Cassie fell for him!!
I am really looking forward to seeing where the author takes this series!

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Hook’s Little Mermaid (The Untold Stories BOOK 1) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Jenni Bishop

Hook's Little MermaidHook’s Little Mermaid by Suzanna Lynn

Hook’s Little Mermaid: Captain Hook crosses paths with an enchanting mermaid, as he seeks revenge against Peter Pan. (The Untold Stories Book 1) by Suzanna Lynn is a YA fantasy and her take on a historically loved characters and their adventures. Fantasy meets fairy tale as we have a brand new look and feel for the Captain and how he came to be Hook. I loved the original and unique twist Suzanna put on these stories to give us a read that is riveting and enjoyable. Neverland will never look the same again. The ending is not one you expect. I will let you discover the intricacies that Suzanna has seamlessly woven together.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University Series Book 1) by Diana Vale – Review by Kaitie Carver

Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella (Kirk University, #1)Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella by Diana Vale
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book gets intense fast to say the least. Cassie is a 18 year old that has a crush on her hot hunky teacher, and doesn’t know how to go about getting him. Where as Diego is her teacher and isn’t allowed to do anything about It. It plays up the forbidden romance well and makes you invested in the story. He thinks she should be living the college life with her friends, going out drinking every night. But she has other plans, she wants to be considered mature and try’s to show him that she is.

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8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek – Review by Kaitie Carver

8 Second Ride8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Let’s first talk about this cover!
I absolutely love it! It gives me Safe Haven and The Longest Ride vibes. The sunset is beautiful and it makes me want to know these silhouetted people standing in front of it. I also really love that there’s a cowboy on the chapter heads.
Even though this story was short I loved it, straight to the point and leaves you wanting more. I would love to eventually see an extension on the story but this one was able to make you like the characters and be engaged in their lives from the first chapter. It was beautifully written and I can’t wait to read more by this author. Jessie is a spoiled brat that wants attention, meanwhile Tuck is a true cowboy and just wants to do his job and ride bulls. But something is coming that changes everything. Strap in for the ride!

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Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Seconds (Internet Famous, #6)Seconds by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Seconds by Cam Johns
Five Stars

Seconds is a short story filled with drama, passion, secrets and second chances. This is the first book I have read by this author, but I look forward to reading many more. This book is also in a series with books written by different authors call Internet Famous. Seconds is a whirlwind fast paced book full of action and emotional twists. The characters are well written and relatable. I truly enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a short read to fall into.
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The Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald – Review by Rachel Moss

The Tears of BoabdilThe Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald was an… interesting read, to say the least. The synopsis sounded so interesting just from reading it, that I decided to give this book a shot. I thought it was extremely well written with a lot of depth, but the biggest problem for me was that it felt like there were several different things going on at one time, it was hard to determine which story the book was about, and which one was reality and which was fiction. Again, the writing for this impressive, and if it wasn’t for the different realities and what I felt was stream of consciousness writing, I would have fallen in love with this story. Maybe it was just an off day for me, but this story just didn’t live up to the expectations I had for it. I enjoyed it, but not immensely. I would read more from this author in the future though!

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Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Katie Kearney

Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2)Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash. So this was a great story and I was very excited to read it as beauty and the beast is by far my favorite story. This was definitely a unique telling of my favorite story and I really enjoyed it. The characters are complex and bring the storyline to life. It’s different and I found myself completely lost in the pages. The author does a wonderful job of capturing a timeless tale and breathing a new life into it. I liked this one just as much as the first and I can’t wait to see where the author takes readers next. Five big stars all the way and highly recommended!

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The World Beyond the Walls: epic dystopian eco-fantasy (Natural Forces Book 3) by Jean Gill – Review by Katie Kearney

The World Beyond the WallsThe World Beyond the Walls by Jean Gill
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The World Beyond the Walls: epic dystopian eco-fantasy (Natural Forces Book 3) by Jean Gill. Once again I found myself surprised at how easy I found myself lost inside this book, not for anything bad but it’s just not my usual reading. But this author definitely knows how to pull people in and takes them on an adventure they won’t forget. Even the smallest details are complex and you can tell a lot of time and heart goes into these books. The characters immediately pulled me in and I love the journey we got to go on with them. I do recommend reading these in order. Trust me if you’re on the fence about this series just take the leap it’s completely worth it. Four big stars and highly recommended.

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The Sun at Twilight (Empire at Twilight Book 4) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Katie Kearney

The Sun at Twilight (Empire at Twilight #4)The Sun at Twilight by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Sun at Twilight (Empire at Twilight Book 4)
By N.L. Holmes. This author is quickly becoming one of my top faves. Definitely one of the authors that has me enjoying reads outside my comfort zone. And this one was just as great as past reads. I recommend this entire series but this one may have been my favorite. It just captured me in a different way than the rest but they are really great also. The author takes readers on an adventure you can’t forget. The characters are complex and drew me in with no problem. The storyline is well written and paced nicely never feeling rushed. I’m already excited to see where the author takes readers next. Four stars and highly recommended!

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Witness (Ash Park Series Book 9) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Katie Kearney

Witness: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 9)Witness: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Witness: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 9) by Meghan O’Flynn. This author never fails to blow me away every single time I pick up one of her books. This one was definitely the same as the rest in that regard but in a different way it was also next level and probably my favorite so far. This author knows how to keep me on my toes and I enjoy it every time. There’s nothing slow about this story it’s got a fast pace but not one you’d get lost in. There’s definitely twists and turns I didn’t see coming and I loved every minute of it. I was hooked right from the beginning and couldn’t put it down. Five stars all the way and highly recommended!

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Third Time’s a Ghost (Haunted Ever After Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Third Time's a Ghost: A Ghostly Paranormal Romance (Haunted Ever After, #3)Third Time’s a Ghost: A Ghostly Paranormal Romance by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Haunted Ever After series. This is a Paranormal novel and is 274 pages long. This story follows Gage, a paranormal investigator, and Erica, a psychic medium. Gage is not the best when it comes to maintaining relationships. In fact, when Erica comes back into his life, he decides this is it. These two were best friends in high school, but Gage’s feelings ran deeper. Erica starts having issues in the paranormal world and seeks the help of Gage. But she did not realize what a hottie he turned out to be.

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Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns – Review by Krista Vaughan

Seconds (Internet Famous, #6)Seconds by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns – Review by Krista Vaughan

Braxton is one of those guys that doesn’t let his emotions into his sex life. Phoenix is beautiful and he falls almost instantly. You can feel the wonder he feels as he realizes how deeply he feels for her. She is his love but also his destruction.
I was swept up in the deep emotions of this novel. Definately a worthy read!

reviewed by @kristavaughan

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THE MYSTERY OF THE LOST AVENGER (ANNIE TILLERY MYSTERIES) by LINDA MARIA FRANK – Review by Heidi Schoolman

The Mystery of the Lost AvengerThe Mystery of the Lost Avenger by Linda Maria Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a children’s book (for ages 8-10) and is 194 pages. This story follows Annie and her mother as they investigate why a plane crashed in 1943. Annie’s great grandmother, Charlotte, tested planes and flew them to the bases. Her fiancé flew the planes in the war. When a plane crashed, a note was discovered and is traced to the surviving family members. Something does not seem right. Annie and her mother decide to go digging in the attic for answers. They find love letters written to Charlotte’s fiancé and there appears to be a code within these letters. My son loved reading this adventure story.

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Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns – Review by Heather Stanley

Seconds (Internet Famous, #6)Seconds by Cam Johns
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Seconds by Cam Johns is the first Cam Johns work I have read, and I really enjoyed it!

The story was fast paced, which I love. I loved that this story was about second chance love, gives everyone hope the way that Johns delivers the story! I consumed this story in one sitting, I had to know what happened. Braxton Knight is someone you are hoping gets a second chance all throughout his story. It is full of heartbreak, love, loss, surprises, and hope. Cam Johns knows how to grip you and keep you hoping.

by: @heather26

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A Hole (Alpha Bet Guys Book 1) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Katherine Braccia

A Hole (Alpha Bet Guys Book 1)A Hole by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is adorable and smutty all in one. Phoebe does an amazing job of telling a romance story in which you are captivated from the beginning with the smoldering hot accountant turned comedian and the blonde, beauty, bank teller from a small town.

They both have their own struggles and triumphs in a few short pages, it is definitely a short but sweet rainy night in ‘feel good’ read.

Highly suggest!

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Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns – Review by Heather Bass

Seconds (Internet Famous, #6)Seconds by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book that I have read from this author and now she has a new fan. I love a good second chance but this author exceeded all my expectations. This is the sixth book of the Internet Famous series. I read this book as a stand-alone but I met other characters that I want to know more about. I was so hooked to this story I read this book all the way through the first night I got it. I’m so excited to read more of this series.

Braxton Knight is the hottest chef in his town. He loves his job. Braxton just lost his true love and now he is trying to get back to his life. He sees a counselor that they both went to. Braxton starts to open up to his true feelings and the counselor starts to tell Braxton secrets he never thought his lover was hiding. He is learning that the woman he loved was not who she said she was all along. Braxton runs into a woman from his past and they start to feel things he never thought he would feel again but she has secrets of her own. Will Braxton ever find love again or will he just give up?

Review by @heatherbass
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A Tennis Pro To Die For (Cozy Mysteries To Die For Book 3) by Judy Moore – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

A Tennis Pro To Die For (Cozy Mysteries to Die For, #3)A Tennis Pro To Die For by Judy Moore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Tennis Pro To Die For is the third book in Judy Moore’s Cozy Mysteries To Die For series. With a coastal Florida setting and a book loving accidental heroine, this series is proving a great comfort read!
In this book, Beck is caught up in the mystery when a tennis pro from the club where she has been (reluctantly) having lessons is found dead. A fan of mystery novels, Beck has already found herself caught up in multiple cases before and seems to have a knack for solving them.
The supporting characters in this series are well established by now! I particularly like Scratchoff, the unlikely millionaire who is committed to supporting those in need. There are also some great canine characters, particularly Coquina.
This book could be read as a standalone if you’re particularly looking for a tennis-themed murder mystery. Otherwise, I would definitely recommend starting at A Book Signing To Die For and working your way through, getting to know the characters along the way!
For me, this is another five-star read. I can’t wait to read more of the series!

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