Alive (Sundown Series Book 3) by Courtney Konstantin – Review by Katie Matthews

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Alive (Sundown Series Book 3)Alive by Courtney Konstantin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Ok so being totally honest I was not sure about this book at all – it is completely out of my comfort zone for reading, I’m more of a romance kind of girl but I had seen a few friends say how good it was so I thought I would give it a go. I am so glad I gave it go, have I been converted to post-apocalyptic, zombie stories, probably not but I cannot fault the authors writing at all. The story was exciting, full of action and I found myself wanting to keep turning the pages to find out what was going to happen. At times it almost felt like I was reading about a movie, the authors descriptive language was great and the story rich in detail. I really felt like I was right there with Rafe and Charlie as they tried to survive.
An exciting 4 star read that I would definitely recommend.

@katiem

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The Memory Of Us by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe

5-stars

This romance was sweet and difficult to put down. Elena and West were precious childhood friends who went down different paths following the death of Elena’s father and brother before she graduated high school. Bottling up and coping with her emotions made her a different person. When she returns home to bury her mother many years later after not speaking to West, her childhood memories and emotions come barreling back. I was amazed at the playfulness West expressed with her and loved seeing the two reconnect. It made for a wonderful read.

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A Christmas Wish (A Manhattan Dream Series Book #2) by Engy Neville – Review by Angela Hayes

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A Christmas WishA Christmas Wish by Engy Neville
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

A Christmas Wish is the second book in A Manhattan Dream series by Engy Neville. It is an interesting holiday romance. This is the first book of Ms. Neville’s that I have read, and as I love a good Christmas story, I was excited to jump in.
I felt the story held quite a lot of promise- but didn’t quite achieve its true potential. The story itself is quite sweet and intriguing. But I had difficulty connecting to Amy, the main female character. She came across to me as fairly self-involve/self-centred, and frustrated me a lot.
There were parts of the story that were overly detailed, and then other parts that may have been more relevant, which were not detailed enough. A lot of time was spent in Amy’s ‘head’- I felt there was too much ‘thinking’ and not enough ‘doing’.
I would read another of Ms. Neville’s books to see what else she can do, and I will probably revisit this book again in the future to see if I still feel the same way, or if it just caught me on a ‘bad’ day.

Thank you, Ms. Neville!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Rising Star by Susannah Nix – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Rising StarRising Star by Susannah Nix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rising Star by Susannah Nix
Four Stars

Rising Star is a contemporary romance by Susannah Nix. It book grabbed my attention from the very first page and I couldn’t put it down until I finished. This is the second or third book I have read by Ms. Nix and she is now a permanent add to my TBR list. I love the fact that she brings issue in the mainstream into her stories. The romance between Alice and Griffin is slow build that is which is refreshing because not all relationships are instantaneous. If you are looking for a strong romance with deep issues discussed, this is a great read. I highly recommend this book and author.

Reviewed by @sunbarn

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Degrees of Power ( A Prestian Series) by Via Mari – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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Degrees of Power (Prestian Series, #4)Degrees of Power by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Degrees Of Power by Via Mari
Four Stars

Degrees of Power is the fourth book in the Prestian Series by Via Mari. This is a fantastic series, that I recommend you read in order, or you will not have the backstory to understand all the dynamics going on. This is the best installment of this series so far. Katarina and Chase’s story continues in Degrees of Power, and I love how Ms. Mari shows different aspects of making a relationship work in each book in this series. This final book in the series brings closer to some of the things left open in the previous books. Very entertaining story and I would highly recommend this series. You definitely won’t be disappointed.

Reviewed by @sunbarn

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Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter #1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Lucy Berson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paladin’s Hell, Satan’s Devils MC: Colorado Chapter #1 by Manda Mellett. This is a book that I could not wait to read!!! While it is the first book in this series, I feel that you should read the books in the first Satan’s Devils series to get a better understanding of Paladin and Jayden.
Paladin’s became Jayden’s hero when he was there to save her. While they both had feeling for each other, the age difference was just too big. When they have to leave Tucson and go to Colorado for safety, they may finally get the chance to be together. Their age isn’t an issue anymore and they will no longer be under the watchful eyes of all of the brothers. Will they be able to have their happy ever after or are other circumstances going to be in the happy path?
I absolutely loved this book and I can not wait for more from this author!!!!!!

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Player (21st Century Courtesan Book 1) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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Player (21st Century Courtesan #1)Player by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Player is the first book in the 21st Century Courtesan series by Pamela DuMond and my first book by this author. I will admit the blurb is what caught my eye and it didn’t disappoint. The book started a little slow but you need to understand where Evie’s life took a turn. By halfway, I couldn’t put this book down because things just took a turn and I wanted to know what was going to happen next. Evie and Dylan were so comfortable with one another that I can see why Evie didn’t want to go back to her life in Chicago. Now, I have so many questions that I need the next book ASAP!

Reviewed by @jbruno26

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Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1 By Manda Mellett – Review By Erica Fish

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Paladin's Hell: Satan's Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Manda Mellett did again with Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado’s Chapter). I loved her other series of Satan’s Devils series. This new edition Colorado’s Chapter is promising. Manda Mellett is an amazing author who kept me engaged in the story from the beginning to the end. Her characters are fully developed and believable. I have found that it is sometimes a letdown when an author starts a new series with characters from a previous series. Not in this case what so ever. The story is fresh and has many new trials and tribulations. I love Jayden and Paladin’s story and the fact that Hellfire and Moira is a couple that they are living with is even better. Will Jayden and Paladin learn from Hellfire and Moira or will their relationship fall apart? You will have to read about their story to find out all the details.

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Player (21st Century Courtesan) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Julie Lounello

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Player (21st Century Courtesan #1)Player by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Player (21st Century Courtesan) by Pamela DuMond is a five star novel. I am a poker player and it was really fun to read a book that has poker as a part of the story. Also, hearing someone describe their view on other people’s tells was also great to read about. I loved how he analyzed her while he was working her up to have his way with her. Evie is a high end escort but not the kind that sleeps with her clients. She always makes sure to keep that separate, until she meets Dylan. He keeps her at arms length first but then realizes that neither of them can stay away from the other. Evie works to help men who are aging a difficult time to heal. After growing up with a rough life and something she feels guilty for, she knows she needs to help these men so that maybe she can heal herself as well.
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The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Chantelle Smith

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The Memory of UsThe Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Memory Of Us is a brilliant second chance, Boy next door read that is captivating and incredible from the start. This is my first read from this author and after reading this book I can guarantee it will not be my last. This author has a created an amazing read with real and relatable characters and also a writing style that flows smoothly and a plot line that hooks you from the beginning.

This read is real, and raw and take you on an emotional rollercoaster. This read is filled with loss, heartache, love and second chances. Our main characters Elena & Weston are some of the most real characters I have read in a long time, their story that is told in this book is a rollercoaster but their connection is strong and they have amazing chemistry. I loved reading their journey in this read, they grew as characters as well and seeing their story unfold in this incredible story, was something nobody should miss reading.

This is a read everyone should take the time to enjoy and not miss out on! It will give you a new author to look out and most importantly new characters to following and enjoy.

Reviewed By @tillytillzz

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The Memory Of Us by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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The Memory of UsThe Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe was a great read for me. The two main characters are Elena Everhart and Weston Brooks. They have literally been the best of friends since they were babies. They did everything fun together growing up and also got into trouble together.
Elena Was destined to move away. She had big plans for her future. Meanwhile Weston wanted her to stay forever. Elena had been through a lot of heartache and loss in her 17 years of life and just needed to get away. Leaving Weston and going to Phoenix for college and to start her life broke both Elena’s and Weston’s hearts.
She kept in contact with her only living relative, her mom and even had her come to Phoenix to visit every so often. When Elena gets word her mom has passed away, her past comes rushing back. She returns home to deal with cleaning out the house and putting it on the market and runs right into Weston on the first day.
Weston and Elena still have strong feelings for each other so many years later but Elena tries everything to keep her heart locked up. Luckily for her, Weston doesn’t give up easy and is there every step of the way to help her with everything and then there is the time capsule….I feel like that was the turning point in the book.
I thought the book was well written and kept the readers entertained.
When A couple is meant to be together there’s nothing such as distance, years or career choices that can keep them apart. Fate is fate!

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Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1 by Manda Mellett – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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Paladin's Hell: Satan's Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paladin’s Hell is the first book in Manda Mellett’s Satan’s Devils Colorado Chapter series. We’re introduced to the Colorado Chapter through Paladin, a young man transferring from the Arizona Chapter, which is the focus of Mellett’s Satan’s Devils MC books. Since his involvement in rescuing her as a teenager, Paladin has been close to Jayden and acted as her protector. When faced with new threats, he agrees to accompany her to a different state where, they hope, she will be safer.
I picked this book more-or-less at random, without any particular interest in motorcycle clubs. Honestly, I really enjoyed it. I was gripped, constantly mulling over the characters and their situations whenever I didn’t have the book in front of me. There’s strong friendship and brotherhood, love and trust, but also betrayal, hatred and misunderstanding. It’s a very human story.
For all of the scantily clad club girls and eager hangarounds, the romance and sex are far from idealistic. The two main female characters are both rape survivors, worried about enjoying what has been used to hurt them. We see an ageing couple, coming to terms with changes in their own and each other’s bodies. We see a young couple, fumbling as they figure out what they like and don’t like. It’s not glamorous, but it is romantic.
As a newcomer to the Colorado Chapter, we are introduced to the characters and set up through Paladin. I haven’t read any of Mellett’s books about the Arizona Chapter, and didn’t have any problems following the story. Now that I’ve enjoyed Paladin’s Hell, though, I’m eager to read some of them!
For me, this is a five star book. I didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I did, but it’s a really good book. At times violent, and discussing rape and sexual abuse, it’s not always a cheery read but it’s empowering and, ultimately, positive. Definitely worth a read!

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The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Sarah Oakes

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The Memory of UsThe Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great read about loss. Elena Everhart returns to her hometown for her mother’s funeral. She expects to be able to grieve and then movr away from the town once again. But fate has other ideas in store for her as the past bumps into her, in the form of her childhood sweetheart Weston Brooks. Elena left him once before, but can she do it again?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns. Well developed characters like Elena standing up for herself but kind underneath or Weston as caring and supportive.
I loved the visual detail throughout the novel like in the feel of a small town little shops and cobbled streets and a friendly community. And also the scenes with the funeral soft and sweet with the flowers as if you were there.
The use of flashbacks worked well to portray the past but didn’t disrupt from the narrative of the present and were well written. I also liked how it was just from Elena’s point of view,(instead of o switching like many in the romance genre) to portray her thoughts and feelings as she coped with grief. The portrayal of losing a loved one was beautifully done as bittersweet and emotive. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

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Alive (Sundown Series Book 3) by Courtney Konstantin – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Alive (Sundown Series Book 3)Alive by Courtney Konstantin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Alive (Sundown Series Book 3) by Courtney Konstantin is a thrilling sci fi, post apocalyptic, suspense story that had me on the edge of my seat, all the way through. I am not normally a zombie lover, but this story is unique and different in it’s telling and the plot and whilst it has walking dead, it’s focus is on how it came about and the people and their fight for survival.

This tale is definitely intense and will have your heart pumping and your fight or flight instincts kicking in and I had to remind myself to breathe, as I traversed my way around the action and danger, drama and twists and turns. Courtney’s story is an original twist and is so engrossing. Her vivid writing style, is so descriptive that it truly feels like you are the one fighting and trying to survive. I had to read it all in one go, I had to keep turning the pages because I had to know, I needed to know, I had to witness it first hand. Trust me when I say you will continue to think about it long after you have turned the last page and long after darkness has set, when you are looking in the shadows.

Rafe and Charlie have gone from normal to chaos and fighting to survive, but it’s not just the walking dead they have to worry about. Will they be able to survive the true evil that is after them?

I have not read anything by Courtney before, now I have to go back and read the first two books and scout around to see what else she has written because her word smithing is superb. This is definitely my favourite read so far for the new year.

If you love a thrilling, gory tale that is gruesome, is disturbing, is disgusting and intensely gripping, then this is one that should be on your reading list.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Awakening Of A Soul Keeper: Prequel To The Soul Keeper Series by Brienne Dubh – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Awakening Of A Soul Keeper - Prequel to the Soul Keeper SeriesAwakening Of A Soul Keeper – Prequel to the Soul Keeper Series by Brienne Dubh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Awakening Of A Soul Keeper: Prequel To The Soul Keeper Series by Brienne Dubh is a paranormal romance and a nice change from the normal vampire stories. This is the first book I have read by this author and it certainly did not disappoint. It is an easy fast paced read that I thoroughly enjoyed and only wished it was a longer story. I devoured this book in one sitting. The story is powerful and intriguing and enticing and had me enthralled to the very end. Brienne is a great storyteller and her character building is spot on even with their quirks and all, I loved them.

Theodora went from a normal life, to suddenly being thrust into a world of violence and danger, lies and secrets and unimaginable beings that are powerful beyond her comprehension. As if that was not enough of a bad day she also finds out she is not what she thought she was. One touch and her life is forever changed. Her world as she knew it is no longer the same.

I look forward to reading more of this series and more from this author. Well done Brienne.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1 by Manda Mellett – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1 by Manda Mellett is one story that I have been waiting for. I love the characters that Manda has written for her MC. The men are fierce and loyal and love deeply and quickly and their women our wonderful ladies that won’t take their sh*t. Paladin’s Hell is a spin off of the original Satan’s Devils series which you really need to read before you read this book because then you get to know all the players and their backstories. There are some dark themes in these books but they are done well and make the books and the characters who they are. These people feel like family and in my eyes do what they do so well. It gave us a great opening show of the characters in this new series and I look forward to getting to know them better.

Well done Manda, I am looking forward to read more of these amazing people.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Rising Star but Susannah Nix – Review by Heather Lovelace

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Rising StarRising Star by Susannah Nix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So many wonderful things in this book. Seriously cannot put to words how I appreciate and love the author’s ability to provide the reader with levity, humor, romance, and realism in this book. She had me engaged, enthralled, and laughing while reading of social injustice and possible romance. It is a delicate balance that caused this reader to be unable to put the book down before finishing. Nix has a distinct voice and writing style and contributes to a beautifully written book that is relevant and still fun. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace

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Surviving Jordan (Surviving Series Book3) by Virginia Wine – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Surviving Jordan (Surviving Series Book 3)Surviving Jordan by Virginia Wine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Surviving Jordan (Surviving Series Book3)by Virginia Wine is an absolute amazing book and the Surviving series is one of my favorite series. I love this Author and her style of writing grabs your attention and keeps it till the end.The characters make you feel like you are right there with them. This is Ben and Jordan’s story.This story had me on the edge of my seat trying to figure out what was going to happen next, this story is full of suspense, romance and secret’s. These two definitely have chemistry but when Ben starts to back off how is Jordan supposed to take it? Jordan doesn’t know if she should move on or what.What will happen when the truth is discovered? Can these two have a future together? Find out what happens next. I highly recommend reading this book,heck the whole series. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Memory of UsThe Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe is a second chance romance that has a bit of everything you could want.
This is an author I have recently become familiar with and have so far enjoyed her work, this book been no exception. The main characters are an instant hook for this story and writing style effortlessly develops. The hook has a great pace to it, always keeping you interested but also knowing when to give the detail of the story.
I do enjoy a good second chance romance and this one certainly hit all the right spots. Well written and engaging I would recommend this hook to anyone.

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Alive (Sundown Series Book 3) by Courtney Konstantin – Review by Heather Lovelace

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Alive (Sundown Series Book 3)Alive by Courtney Konstantin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This zombie apocalypse novel is action packed from beginning to end. Well written, the characters and plot jump off the plate. I loved this book and continue to be enraptured by the author. Great read – definitely recommend!

reviewed by @heatherlovelace

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Santa’s Little Helper by Shaan Ranae – Review by Katie Matthews

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Santa's Little HelperSanta’s Little Helper by Shaan Ranae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

This was such a lovely Christmas read, the season may be over but I always love reading Christmas stories so I was more than happy to dive straight in. I have read a few books by this author now so I know I’m going to be entertained and as I expected I wasn’t disappointed. Ms Ranae has an amazing talent for pulling you into her stories quickly and although this was a quick read I was still fully immersed in what I was reading. I really liked the characters and the chemistry between Jake and his little helper was pretty hot! Because the story was so short there was little time for the author to fully develop the characters but this is to be expected from a novella sometimes, it didn’t really take much away for me as the reader and I thoroughly enjoyed it!

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A Christmas Wish (A Manhattan Dream) By Engy Neville – Review by Laura Furuta

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A Christmas WishA Christmas Wish by Engy Neville
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Christmas Wish (A Manhattan Dream)
By: Engy Neville
5 out of 5 stars

The story A Christmas Wish (A Manhattan Dream) by Engy Neville is a contemporary romance book. It is a story that I loved reading. Once I started it drew me in and I found myself lost in the pages. I loved reading about the character of Amy McKinsey. She is a woman who is smart, beautiful, and kind. She is working a job she enjoys and has a boss that appreciates her. She even is falling for a very handsome man. She feels excited and believes she is leading a charmed life. What will happen when situations occur that put a cloud over and threaten that life? Will they overwhelm her? What does the future hold for Amy? Will she find true happiness? Read this book to find out. This is a story where I found myself feeling the many emotions that Amy has. From the highs to the lows, my emotions went up and down with hers. There are moments when I would empathize with what Amy went through and felt my heart break for her and other moments that were heartwarming. I enjoyed reading about her relationship with Richie Hendricks, III. These two are attracted to each other from the start. Both Amy and Richie are characters that I grew to love with each chapter that I read. I wanted them to find happiness. This book includes a wonderful storyline and unforgettable characters. A combination that will keep you reading until the final page.

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Untrainable by Jamie Schlosser – Review by Karyn Taylor

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UntrainableUntrainable by Jamie Schlosser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reading the blurb for Untrainable by Jamie Schlosser you might expect this to be a typical good girl tames bad boy kind of story but it’s sooooo much more than that. Not saying that I don’t like a typical good girl/bad boy story, I do, but I really LOVED Untrainable.
Theo-Dog Legend is portrayed in the media as a total bad boy. The ‘dog’ added to his name when, in one of his lower moments he publically peed on a fire hydrant. But what the public don’t know is that behind the public persona, the real Theo is nothing like the ‘public’ Theo. In a bid to resurrect his reality tv career, Theo joins with Hadley Holiday who had won the hearts of the nation with her dog trick act on a national talent show. Can Hadley tame the dog within Theo?
Brought together to film the new reality tv show, Hadley soon realises that Theo is nothing like the public persona. His reality is far from that which was portrayed on the hit reality TV show Living with Legends which was a camera on the wall reality show about Theo, his famous parents and his brother Aiden.
This is an amazing story and I totally adored the characters of both Theo and Hadley. It was heart-breaking to read just what Theo’s real life had actually been like. On the flip side it was so heart-warming when things turned for the better for Theo and he realised that he was capable of being loved.
I had never read any of this author’s work before and I’m so glad I took the plunge and read this book. Definitely worth 5 stars!

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Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter Book 1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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Paladin's Hell: Satan's Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1Paladin’s Hell: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #1 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paladin’s Hell is book one in the Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter series by Manda Mellett. My first time read by this author, and I honestly enjoyed it immensely. It was different to a lot of other books in this genre. It was a much appreciated change from the normal, for me.

Jayden and Paladin’s journey started when they were young, and brutal circumstances created an unbreakable bond between them. Age kept them apart, and I wasn’t certain which direction their story would take. It was mysterious and totally addictive. Getting to know each character was incredible, and knowing their story was heartbreaking but beautiful all the same. Paladin’s Hell was about young love, stolen innocence, endurance patience, going to any lengths to ensure someone’s safety, and the strength of the human spirit to survive. A crazy good story that leaves lasting memories. 5 stars.

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A Terrible Beauty (Fallen Eagles MC Series Book #1) by T. Birmingham – Review by Angela Hayes

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A Terrible Beauty (Fallen Eagles MC Book 1)A Terrible Beauty by T. Birmingham
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

A Terrible Beauty is the first book in the Fallen Eagles MC series by T. Birmingham. This is a novella length book, with a wounded warrior/MC romance. There is quite a lot happening in a small space, but Ms. Birmingham handles it all beautifully. It feels like a much longer book, without feeling rushed or lacking in parts. It has quite a complex storyline which has been cleverly crafted into a very engaging and captivating story.
The story has emotion, drama, some suspense, and romance. There were moments of heartache, comradery, community, friendship, and tension- as well as moments that were truly heartfelt. This is definitely a character driven storyline and I enjoyed meeting these interesting, likeable and fully developed individuals.
The story has a great pace and is a quick and easy read. I can’t wait to dive into the rest of this series.

Thank you, Ms. Birmingham!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Building Storm: (A Hawke Family Novel) (Hawke Family Series Book #4) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Angela Hayes

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Building Storm: (A Hawke Family Novel) (The Hawke Family Book 4)Building Storm: (A Hawke Family Novel) by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

“Storm fits her. The cascading mane of jet-black hair, the cloud of darkness in her blue eyes peering out from behind the silver mask, the swirling uncertainty surrounding her, it all reminds me of a massive hurricane threatening on the horizon. And I am more than willing to let that storm crash down around me.”

 

“Sometimes a spark just needs a little fuel to ignite.”

 

Building Storm is the highly anticipated fourth book in the Hawke Family series by author extraordinaire, Gwyn McNamee. As with every book I have read of Ms. McNamee’s, I really am at a loss for words to do this story the justice it deserves and relay just how incredible this story is. I devoured this book as soon as it hit my kindle, and got so completely engrossed in it that the real world faded away, as I lost all sense of time and place. I laughed, I cried, I cursed, I swooned, and sizzled in my seat- as the story unfolded.
This book had quite a lot of stiff competition to face in the form of the other exceptional instalments in the series, and it would have been easy for this one to have been overshadowed by all the previous plots. But of course, Ms. McNamee held an ace up her sleeve with this story, and delivered a book that not only holds its own amongst greatness, but has its own stellar identity and edge. Having said that, though, this book could be read as a standalone, but as it is an important part of a series, I suggest reading all the books in their correct order to get all the backstories, character information and other relevant details- which will enhance your reading pleasure.
I won’t even touch on the storyline, as it would be too easy to give something away. But, I highly recommend this book, the entire series, and any of Ms. McNamee’s work- as you are sure to become as addicted to her stories and this series, as I am. She definitely should be on everyone’s ‘must read’ list!
Even though this is the final full-length novel in this series, I am looking forward to the short stories and spin-off that are yet to come!!
Bellissimo!!!

Thank you, Ms. McNamee!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Awakening of a Soul Keeper (Prequel to the Soul Keepers Series) by Brienne Dubh – Review By Felicia Bates

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Awakening of a Soul Keeper (Prequel to the Soul Keeper Series)
Brienne Dubh
5 out of 5 stars

I love a good vampire book but I’m also pretty particular about how I like my vampires to be written, I want a unique story that still stays true to your “typical” vampire tendencies. I thought that Brienne Dubh crafted a fantastic book that exceeded my expectations and I’m incredibly curious to see how this series plays out. I feel like like a prequel is so crucial to determining whether a series is “worth it” or not, especially with no prior knowledge of the author’s writing style. This was my first book I’ve read by Brienne Dubh and the fast paced storyline with strong, well built characters tells me it won’t be my last. This book leaves you needing more, not in the lacking sense but in the anticipatory sense!
5 stars for this book and definitely adding Brienne Dubh to my authors to watch out for list!

Review by @fnbates

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Awakening Of A Soul Keeper (Prequel To The Soul Keeper Series) by Brienne Dubh – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Awakening Of A Soul Keeper: Prequel To The Soul Keeper Series by Brienne Dubh
Four Stars

Awakening Of AbSoul Keeper is the prequel to the Soul Keeper series by Brienne Dubh. This paranormal romance is a fast paced story that grabbed my attention on the very first page and I couldn’t put it down until the last page. This is the first book I have read by Ms. Dubh, however I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series. This book has a new twist on vampires and shapeshifters and the world building is very descriptive and entertaining. Theodora is a strong and unusual lady, who is dealing with some big change that come into her life, not the least of which is Lyzander who is her husband Sam’s new boss and her vampire mate. This Story does end in a cliffhanger but that just makes me anxious to read the next book in this series. If you like Vampires, Paranormal or just Romance this book is for you.

Reviewed by@sunbarn

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Untrainable by Jamie Schlosser ~ Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While Jamie Schlosser isn’t a completely new author to me, this is only the third book of hers that I have read yet, very much so my absolute favorite. This was a perfect little afternoon read. I felt as if I had stepped onto the set of a ideal Hallmark movie. Bonus being it had the dash of holiday flair to put it in the category if you wish. I really wouldn’t limit to a holiday read though.

Untrainable really thought outside the box of typical rom-coms. Our MC’s do meet up under a funny and awkward situation and overtly find themselves tasked to work together against some unforeseen obstacle yes, but this had just enough of the more to make it grab you and keep you hooked from beginning to end.

So ‘fetch’ a copy today of Untrainable and laugh your afternoon away as you fall in love all over again with Hadley and Theo- dog. I can promise it will be one that you won’t forget for a long time to come! I can’t wait to see what else comes next from Ms. Schlosser.

Review by @lizaileen
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The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Gail Guerrero

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe

Five Stars

I connected with the characters of this book on so many levels. The author truly knew how to draw the emotions out of each character. There was some great wisdom being shared through the pages. Laney is a tough woman and Lord she loves lists. West is more than he seems. You really need a shot to drink after reading this. It just takes you to this place that you just have to feel. I am one of those people who hides from emotions and I would rather hold it in and forget about it. Crying always seems like a waste. The emotional indifference was a way to protect against all pain. I really enjoyed this story. It was a little long but you get a lot of details and follow Laney on her journey to love and acceptance.

Reviewed by @gguerrero89
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