Blind Magic: The Sanctuary Chronicles by India Kells – Review by Tausha Treadway

Blind Magic (The Sanctuary Chronicles #2)Blind Magic by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blind Magic: The Sanctuary Chronicles by India Kells. This is the story of Sera Dover a beautiful, strong, independent witch. Her whole world revolves around magical knowledge and she is constantly trying to learn more. She really wants to move forward with her life and leave behind the sad past. When she is struck by a illness that leaves her blind she is terrified and the timing couldn’t be worse as the most dangerous threat she has ever encountered comes around. Ian Macon is a broken werewolf due to losing his mate. He sees no hope for the future. He has become the Beta of his pack so that has given him some purpose but he knows things will never be as good as they were. Until he meets Sera and feels that pull towards her. Something about Sera is drawing Ian in and he can’t stay away. He feels a strong sense of protection toward her and he thinks he may be feeling other things as well. Will they be able to find happiness even though they aren’t supposed to be together? Read Blind Magic to find out!

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Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Amanda Taylor

Winter's Wolf (The Cursed, #1)Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Winter’s Wolf is the first book in The Cursed series and is also the debut novel for Lou Grimes. This is a book that has a little of everything but is a paranormal young adult book that follows werewolves. I really enjoyed this story because it kept you on your toes while it hooks you into the story. This story was very well written and makes the reader want to come back for more of this series. I loved the characters in this story especially Louvette Blackwood. Cant wait to read more from this series.

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Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Katie Matthews

Winter's Wolf (The Cursed, #1)Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Winter’s Wolf was a really enjoyable paranormal story – although I have read a few stories from this genre it is not one of my go to books but I saw the cover which I loved and the blurb really intrigued me so I thought I would give it a ago and I really enjoyed it! The writing was easy to read, the story line was good and I really liked the characters. The author did a great job with world building and her creative writing style really came through. I liked that the story wasn’t quite what I was expecting either – it was a really refreshing read! Louvette was a really interesting character to read about – I really liked her.
I am definitely looking forward to reading the next book in this new series!!

@katiem
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Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman – Review by Katie Matthews

Swallowed by a SecretSwallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Swallowed by a Secret was a really intriguing and interesting read. I’ve not read anything by this author before so I was looking forward to finding and reading a new author and I was really impressed. The story whilst about a young boy was really rich and deep – I found myself easily absorbed into what I was reading. I was really surprised actually how emotionally involved I became with the story and with Rocky! I enjoyed reading his journey and the author did a really great job with him as a character.
I will definitely be looking to read more from this author in the future and I highly recommend this read to others, both YA and more mature readers alike!

@katiem
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Heart of Malice (Alice Worth Book 1) by Lisa Edmonds – Review by Sara Oxton

Heart of Malice (Alice Worth, #1)Heart of Malice by Lisa Edmonds
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Heart of Malice by Lisa Edmonds a four-star read with heart. This is the first novel in the Alice Worth series and shows great promise for the series, this has some very well done world building as it encompasses a variety of different characters and they each have their own personal quirks, that make them so much more. Alice the main character is nicely done, she is hiding from a scary past, but while hiding she is also trying to atone for things that were beyond her control, as we all know guilt doesn’t always follow the correct rules. Alice was believable as a private investigator, she had a real awareness to her, I am hopeful for the rest of this series as we have met some great characters that I am sure we will only fall harder in love with the more we get to know them.

Review by @saraoxo

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A Book Signing To Die For: Beach Reads by Judy Moore – Review by Sara Oxton

A Book Signing To Die ForA Book Signing To Die For by Judy Moore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Book Signing To Die For by Judy Moore a five-star Beach Read. This is a charming cozy mystery set in the small town of Mantee Beach and this is all about how there was a book signing with a popular cozy mystery author Marcia Graybill, with book shop co-owner Beck and the other co-owner her Grandma Alice and all seems to be going well, this pairing is just so nicely done, I don’t know if I could live and work with my Grandma, but I think as Lizzie Beck’s sister just adds to the whole story. Anyhoo, after the signing one of the people who attended turns up dead, que Beck finding her dreams coming true, as a closet detective she gets to put her mind to it. Que red herrings and twists galore and you have a great story, honestly it will keep you hooked, and you will be kept guessing as to who is the killer!!! This was a great story and I will be keeping an eye out for Judy Moore.

Review by @saraoxo

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Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Winter's Wolf (The Cursed, #1)Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes is a Paranormal story that pulled me in from the beginning and I couldn’t stop reading till the end. There’s a bit of everything from suspense to mystery, drama and even action. This is my first read by this Author and definitely will not be my last. I normally don’t go for the shape shifter but the more I read the more I find myself drawn to them. Louvette and her mom are constantly moving because she can’t seem to stay out of trouble. Just as they are fixing to move again a lawyer shows up on their doorstep with an opportunity they can’t pass up or can they? Find out what happens next in this must read. I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Angela Hayes

The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods, #2)The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The Labyrinthine Journey is the second book in the Servant of the Gods series by Luciana Cavallaro. It is an epic fantasy filled with adventure, ancient history, mythology, gods, drama, danger, prophecy, ancient relics, and more. Even though this is the second book in the series and continues Evan’s adventure, Ms. Cavallaro does a great job of ‘catching us up’ on the events in book one- so this can be read as a standalone if that’s what you wanted, without feeling lost in the story.
Ms. Cavallaro’s attention to detail and obvious love of ancient history really brings this story to life. She proves to be quite knowledgeable about this era- and all the wonderful descriptive detail and snippets of history really add to the atmosphere and feel of the story. It was so easy to be ‘in’ the story, and ‘see’ everything as it was unfolding. I love ancient history, and that was one of the things that drew me to this book.
Evan is a 21st century architect who has been transported through time, back to ancient Greece- where he finds himself on a mission from the Gods. This quest, to find the ancient relics and save the Gods, proves to be quite the epic adventure. It will test him like nothing before, and he will need to dig deep if he is to succeed, and survive.
Looking forward to book #3!

Thank you, Luciana Cavallaro!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman – Review by Mirela Ruiz

Swallowed by a SecretSwallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman was a fantastic read! Definitely a point of view change, but that made it so much more fun! I loved the details and mystery that Rocky is trying to solve. I loved the plot twists and felt really satisfied at the end. I could not put the book down, such a great read!

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Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Candida Hopper

Winter's Wolf (The Cursed, #1)Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed)
by Lou Grimes

This story grabbed me from the beginning and kept me intrigued throughout the entire read. This book is full of action, suspense, mystery and more. Given the circumstances Louvette handled the information well when she found out she was a lupine and had no idea until now. She has more questions than answers about her father and grandfather. There are other wonderful characters in this book that make this story that much better. I found myself turning pages while on the edge of my seat wanting to know what was going to happen next. I absolutely enjoyed reading this well written story and can’t wait to read what’s next. I highly recommend this book!!

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Heart of Malice (Alice Worth Book 1) by Lisa Edmonds – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

Heart of Malice (Alice Worth #1)Heart of Malice by Lisa Edmonds
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Heart of Malice (Alice Worth Book 1) by Lisa Edmonds

5-Stars

Heart of Malice (Alice Worth Book 1) by Lisa Edmonds was an excellent 5-star read. This book was exciting, engaging, and creative. I loved Alice, Malcom, Sean, and all the characters in this novel. They were well thought out and had excellent development. This book was addictive and I had a hard time putting it down. I loved it! The storyline had a great plot and climax. I can’t wait to see what this author has for us next.

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Bottomed Out (Moto X Series Book 4) by Brooke May – Review by Raylene Green

Bottomed OutBottomed Out by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jax suffered a serious injury that tanked his career. Now that he’s in a wheelchair, he works for an old sponsor. His boss puts him in charge to find new racers. They want Parker and Paige but to get them, he has to go through Lennox. Even though Lennox and Jax have chemistry, Lennox’s brother ends up being a major hurdle. Plenty of attraction, steam, growth, and an all together great storyline! Plans to go back and read from the beginning! Well done!!!

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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Mirela Ruiz

DeletedDeleted by Ruth Mitchell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deleted by Ruth Mitchell was a fantastic read! I loved the plot and the subject of memory. I found the story fast paced but very intricate. Lucy and Marco were well written. I loved the author’s attention to detail and twists and suspense.

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The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Tausha Treadway

The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods, #2)The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro. This is the 2nd book in the Servant of the Gods series and its so good. In this installment we find that Evan’s new life is in ancient Greece and he’s afraid he will never see his home again. Evan is born to divine parents but he is completely human and his enemies are so much more powerful than he is. He has been taken from his normal world and thrown into a world with mythical creatures, fabled warriors and sorcery. Evan must take a wild trek around ancient times Greece with one goal in mind…to save the Olympian Gods from destruction. Evan has to accept that Zeus is his father, endure terrible pain and accept help from the Mother Goddess all in his quest to preserve the legacy of the gods by recovering 2 ancient sacred relics. If he does this Zeus may allow him to return home. Will Evan succeed or will he be stuck in this crazy ancient Greek world forever. This was a fast paced adventure that I’m sure you will love.

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The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race – Review by Tausha Treadway

The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town RomanceThe Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race. I loved this book. In fact I read it in one setting leaving me a little book hungover the next day but it was worth it. Its the story of Melinda a psychologist turned matchmaker. Melinda is trying to put her life back together after losing her Police Officer husband to a horrible accident. She has moved to the small town of Chester and has made a name for herself as a matchmaker. While attending one of the matches wedding’s she is introduced to Adam a former Marine who is new to town. He is best friends with the groom and decides he needs to have Melinda fix him up. Once they meet they become fast friends and Melinda sets out to find Adam his perfect match. Adam is keeping a secret though, something very important to him was lost during his time in the Marines. He’s scared to be honest about it because of the way his last girlfriend responded. As Adam goes on dates that Melinda has set up he realizes that maybe Melinda is the one for him not these other women. Will Melinda realize its time to find love for herself and move on or will the secret Adam is harboring tear them apart. This is a sweet contemporary romance that I couldn’t put down!

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A Book Signing To Die For: Beach Reads by Judy Moore – Review by Liz Vrchota

A Book Signing To Die ForA Book Signing To Die For by Judy Moore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have yet to read a Judy Moore mystery novel that I didn’t love and A Book Signing to Die For: Beach Reads, is no exception to the rule. This book has all the things that I want when I sit down with a good hearty mystery novel. I loved that this was something I could lay out in the sun and soak up and feel as if I was right there in Florida at Beach Reads enjoying my very own novel.

We follow Beck who owns Beach Reads in a quaint Florida town with her grandmother. This is the ideal place to find the perfect read and enjoy a snack or drink with like minded people. Beck is excited to host a book signing for a very famous cozy mystery author. What she doesn’t see coming will change everything for her. Will things get better or will her life take a spiral downwards. I loved this novel and how it weaved the mystery so well that most of the time when I thought I had it figured all out I would still be pleasantly surprised that things did not turn out the way I had anticipated. I can’t wait to see what we will get next from Judy Moore!

Review by @lizaileen
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Deleted by Ruth Mitchell – Review by Liz Vrchota

DeletedDeleted by Ruth Mitchell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I didn’t know what I was going to get when I downloaded Deleted by Ruth Mitchell, as I have never read anything from her before. All I knew was that the cover and small blurb drew me right in and I had to know what the meat of the story would contain. I am glad that I took the chance because this book was outstanding. I love so much that it is written in a young adult geared direction so I can share this with my daughters if I chose to at some point and know they will also love this novel and get something from it.

This book takes a dive deep into a work where technology is running things. We end up following Lucy, Marco, and Nick as they work through their memories and try to decide what is real and what is not. These three were so much fun to read and really engaged the reader as they traversed through the new world they are reading. I will definitely be on the lookout for more novels from Ruth Mitchell in the very near future.

Review by @lizaileen
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Blind Magic: The Sanctuary Chronicles by India Kells – Review by Chantelle Smith

Blind Magic (The Sanctuary Chronicles #2)Blind Magic by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

India Kells is a go-to author of mine so any book I get the chance to read I jump at.

Blind Magic is book 2 in The Sanctuary Chronicles Series, and by some chance, I missed book 1 and dove straight into Book 2 but boy this wasn’t an issue!

I absolutely loved this read, I couldn’t put it down, I was utterly captivated and entranced by this storyline and these brilliant characters. This is an epic mentally visual read that transported me into this world where I followed along with the characters’ journeys and didn’t want them it to end!
This book had everything you could need from a supernatural/paranormal romance read, it has action, adventure, romance, twists and turns, mystery & magic, and I thoroughly enjoyed every single second of it!

I highly recommend this read and can’t wait to dive into Book 3!

Reviewed By @tillytillzz
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Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Kerry Carr

Winter's Wolf (The Cursed, #1)Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story. Its full of secrets and adventure.

Louvette has always been seen as a trouble maker. She has been kicked out of more schools that you can think of and she thinks everything is lost.

Until Thomas Hallows arrives and explains to Louvette and her mum Sarah that her grandfather has passed and it has left Louvette the soul heir to the Blackwood fortune.

After her father abandoned them Sarah wanted nothing more to do with the family however this new start is just what they needed so they head there.

When they get there Louvette discovers that her dad’s side of the family holds a lot of secrets. The main on being her being a Lupin. With the help of her boyfriend Arsen who is also a wolf shifter she learns how to control her wolf and to shift.

Things start to look up for her until people start trying to hunt her down. Can she escape the people trying to find her? Can she solve the mystery of her dad’s disappearance and her grandfathers murder? And is everyone who seems out to help really who they seem to be or is there someone who shouldn’t be trusted.

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Martimus (Feisty Lawyers Book 5) by Seelie Kay – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Martimus (Feisty Lawyers Book 5)Martimus by Seelie Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. This is an author that is becoming one of my favorites. I enjoy her attention to details as well as how well written her stories are. I have no problem connecting with the characters. They made me feel as if I was part of the story which made it engaging and easy to read. This is a mystery, suspenseful story that kept me turning pages to the end. There is alot going on in this book but I had no problems keeping up. Agent Cate has a new assignment of finding missing socialites but it could put a strain on her relationship with Warren. The Vice President is telling a tale of an underwater city named Matimus. Problem is how do they find it? Survival becomes a race against time to bring out the enemy and into their trap. What happens you will never see coming. I highly recommend this book and this author.

Review by @bjwagner
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Irresistible Weddings (Irresistible Romance Book 4) Anthology – Review by Bobbi Wagner

IRRESISTIBLE WEDDINGS (Irresistible Romance Book 4)IRRESISTIBLE WEDDINGS by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this anthology. This is eight great stories by some awesome authors. Each one brings romance and heat to the story. The characters pop off the pages and into your heart. They are written with a lot of heart and soul which makes them easy to read. My favorite is by Tamara Ferguson- Two Heart’s Alliance. This story pulled me in right from the beginning. This is a story about a marriage of convenience and someone who wants to destroy that. Can it be more than an alliance for them or could there be more? My other favorite story is Natalie Ann’s – Eternal. I had no problem connecting with the characters and fell in love with them. This is a story about two people who say love is not for them but will they change their minds? What will fate have in store for them? I enjoyed all of the stories and I highly recommend it.

Review by @bjwagner
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Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman – Review by Erica FIsh

Swallowed by a SecretSwallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was enjoyable from the first page to the last page. Young adult books are becoming a genre for everyone. I tend to read the books before I let my daughters read them. In this book, there are tender moments, trouble times, and emotional roller coaster rides.The characters are easy to relate to and believable. This story is about Rocky. Rocky’s father has just passed away. He thought he knew his father, until he overheard his mother talk about his father. Rocky is now in a new neighborhood, new school, and has this hanging over his head. He heads on an adventure with his friend Olive to find out the truth about his father. I highly recommend this story for middle school age and older children.

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New Jerk in Town: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy (Carolina Kisses Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Meg Tyrrell

New Jerk in Town: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy (Carolina Kisses Book 2)New Jerk in Town: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by this author, and I’m going back to read book 1 immediately! I loved this book- from the way she wrote the story itself to the characters I met. You get such a range of emotions from this book- sappy, sexy, serious- it’s a win all the way around. The story follows Milo and Jill, two people who haven’t seen each other for the last 12 years. Both of these characters were written so perfectly- with flaws and all. If you’ve never read Sylvie Stewart- you NEED to!

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The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race – Review by Katie Matthews

The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town RomanceThe Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

This is the first book that I have read by this author and I absolutely loved it! I was a really easy read and had wonderful characters. The authors writing style was really relaxed which made the book such a pleasure to read and that along with the pace and flow definitely made it a 5 star read in my opinion. I think I fell in love with Melinda and Adam from the very beginning, both of them with their own issues to overcome and I could feel the genuine connection that they seemed to have.
This was a really lovely second-chance romance story and one that I would absolutely recommend to other readers! I will definitely be looking forward to reading more from this author again in the future.

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Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Nicky Margaret

Winter's Wolf (The Cursed, #1)Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Winter’s Wolf: The Cursed book 1 by Lou Grimes is a 5 star read.
Louvette Lynskey has been expelled from another school for fighting, so as her and her mother are planning on moving to another town they are approached by a lawyer for the grandfather Louvette never knew existed, he tell them that her grandfather Wilder has passed away and left everything to her. They decide to move to Wilder’s home and start fresh, attending another new school Louvette meets Arsen, who knows more about Louvette’s family than she does, but there are other secrets that are revealed to her but she’s left not knowing who she can trust.
This is the debut novel by this author and it was amazing, the storyline was well thought out and the characters really were easy to connect with, I can’t wait for book 2.

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Boundaries (Scope of Practice Book 1) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Angela Shirley

Boundaries (Scope of Practice, #1)Boundaries by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you feel more comfortable dealing with the dead than the living, will she ever be able to deal with the hurt that is inside her.

Valerie is a social worker but with a difference she deals with the dead, with her office near the morgue and her colleagues calling her the “Anti-social Social Worker” she can’t understand why she has been asked to run a support group. She worries that she has not yet dealt with her tragedies in life so how is she supposed to get these young people to open up about there problems.

While she discovers the death of a nineteen year old girl she wonders and investigates what gone on but she can’t do this alone so she asks for help from her friend and detective, then things start to get real with Valerie having to deal with issues she has buried for a long time and will she finally get to the bottom of the mystery.

I loved this story and the characters worked well together, the subject matter was well written and had me turning the pages to try and get to the next instalment in the story. The twists and turns of the mystery added excitement to the story and a good foundation to the story. This is the first book I have read by this author and can’t wait to read the next book in the series and hopefully carry on this wonderful journey with Valerie and friends.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Dead Magic: The Sanctuary Chronicles by India Kells – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur

Dead Magic (The Sanctuary Chronicles #3)Dead Magic by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Violet Shaughnessy is a witch with flaming red hair and a temper to match it. She is the first one to offer help to a friend in need, but not normally very good at asking for it in return, this until her world is turned upside down and a war begins inside of her that she cannot control, or decide what the outcome will be.

Finn O’Malley is one of the oldest vampires around, he has seen it all, done it all and all that is left now is to disappear and not to bother with his undead life anymore, this is until he hears Violet screaming through their blood bond. He realises that helping her is the last thing that he will do and even out the score for her sharing her blood with him and saving him in the past.

This unlikely pairing shows the other that they have to work together in order to overcome the barriers and challenges they will face, but working together, can they embrace the other, accept what needs to be accepted and face the outcome of that internal war?

This is one pairing which will keep you on the edge of your seat, as the tug of war is played out and keeps you guessing as to the who’s, whats, where’s and why’s are slowly revealed.

Review by @roxsannel

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Blind Magic: The Sanctuary Chronicles by India Kells – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur

Blind Magic (The Sanctuary Chronicles #2)Blind Magic by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sera Dover is an orphan, but she is also more than that, Sera is a witch. Ian Macon is a werewolf with a broken heart and darkness he cannot escape from.
We first meet Sera in the Sanctuary where she lives and join her as she wakes before sunrise and decides that she is going to go down to the kitchen for a cup of tea and to make some notes on her current research project.

It is on her way here that Ian Macon finds her and cannot turn away from the light she shines on him, the question is, does he want to? He is still torn up about losing his wife and mate and is caught between that and his wolf’s reaction to the light in Sera.

This is where the story really begins, as Sera loses an important part of who she is and discovers feelings that threaten to overwhelm her. She will need to uncover her past, present and future, how they all link together and what the consequences of these may be. While she does this, she is surrounded by friends and allies who rally around her and will protect her at all costs, but what will the costs be and how will she know what the right choices are?

You will be taken on a whirlwind ride and be there with her step by step as you become engrossed in the story, the characters and the world in which they all live. A definite page turner that keeps you guessing right until the end.

Review by @roxsannel

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Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman – Review by Debi Kircher

Swallowed by a SecretSwallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman

5 +++++++ Stars

I got very little sleep last night because of this book. I just wanted to start it so that when I got up this morning I could jump in having already begun. NOPE, I literally read the whole thing, I could not put it down. This is my first ever read by this author, and I think my first middle grade book ever, I’d have to double check that but I am telling you right now..Trust me on this, I don’t care how old you are this was an outstanding book. The writing was phenomenal which is why I couldn’t put it down. Then I fell asleep sniffling because I bawled at the end.

I just wanted to jump in the book and hug Rocky so many times, I also wanted to play his chauffeur and wanted so badly to jump in the middle of his and Olive’s plans. Olive scared me at first, I wasn’t sure, but she turned out to be exactly what I’d hoped for. Then there was Max, again he scared me, but his character has given me hope that maybe there will be more? My heart also broke for Mom once I finally understood everything that was going on. I can’t even imagine!

Run, don’t walk and grab this book. It really is amazing, and I will be getting copies for my older grandchildren who I know would love it as much as I did.

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Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Betsy Melano

Winter's Wolf (The Cursed, #1)Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes

Winter’s Wolf by Lou Grimes

The first couple chapters took me a bit, but once I got through that the book got so much better. Louvette and her mother Sarah are struggling and having to move often due to Louvette’s propensity to get into fights at school. This all changes when they are given the chance to start over due to a death in Louvette’s family. The new chance isn’t just a new home but a different life all together. As Louvette tries to be a better daughter and not get into fights at school, she finds some amazing friends with amazing secrets that also relate to her anger issues. The story gets you and keeps you guessing what will they learn next.

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