Wish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Wish Upon a Bollywood StarWish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes tells the unlikely romance of Soumya Ninan and Vir Seth. Bollywood actor Vir Seth has made a public declaration that he will never be tied down to a crazy woman. What happens when Soumya tells everyone that he is engaged and it is to her?
The two have sparks and attraction but might be too stubborn to see what they have. I enjoyed the two main characters and the cultural background. The story was clever and fun. I enjoyed that this was a different setting than many books but with a familiar story. This is the first book I have read by Fernandes and will be looking for more from this author.

Review by @sherimichelle1

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The Crazy Yates by Kimberly Packard – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The Crazy YatesThe Crazy Yates by Kimberly Packard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Crazy Yates by Kimberly Packard. This is an amazing book. I wasn’t prepared for it to end as quickly as it did. I wanted it to continue which is the sign of a very good book. It’s the story of Callie Yates, the oldest daughter of 4 siblings. When her dad becomes very sick with anxiety and agoraphobic (won’t leave the house) she is stuck with taking care of the household including being the breadwinner. She works so hard and tries to give her siblings the childhood she never had. When she finds out her store is closing where she works, will the family be lost forever or will Callie find a Christmas Miracle? This book is so sweet, full of love and Christmas hope.

Reviewed by @tytanmom19

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Surviving Jordan by Virginia Wine – Review by Shannon Fowler

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

Surviving Jordan is the third book in the Surviving series, the third book I have read by this author and my third recommendation for this author. Surviving Jordan is a story about secrets, loyalty, honesty and love. This story also includes frustration, heartache, determination and even more love.

This book was full of it all. The emotions, the twists. I really enjoyed reading this story, well the whole series really. I love how even though this is a stand-alone, the characters from the first two books are involved in this story as well. I encourage you to read this entire series. I look forward to reading more from this author.

Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks

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Santa’s Little Helper by Shaan Ranae – Review by Krystal Gaston

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

Santa’s Little Helper written by Shaan Ranae. I liked this story and I loved the chemistry between Jake and Sam especially when she’s telling him off. I loved the store’s story and how Jake was trying to give his parents what he thinks they deserve. This story is about understanding what you have and how to appreciate it before it changes or you lose it for good. The one thing I didn’t like was how quickly Sam’s opinion changed of Jake, it made me not like her a little bit.

Reviewed by @krystalgaston

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Santa’s Little Helper by Shaan Ranae – Review by Heather Bass

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

This is the first book I have read from this author and she now has an new fan. I love a good short Christmas story and this author did just that. You can’t help but to fall in love with these characters. I was into this story so much I finished it in only one sitting.

Jake is trying to get the biggest deal of his life. His wants to make his dad proud. Jake is working and all of sudden his secretary comes in and tells him they have a problem. He hired a Santa for his department store for the kids but he didn’t show up for a good reason. Now as the boss he has to put the suit on and he can’t stand kids. When Jake meets Santa’s helper that is all he can think about. Will Jake get the deal of his life or does fate have something else planned for him?

I absolutely loved this book. The story line has it all hot romance, humor, and love. These characters will keep you hooked on this book until the very end. Jake is an alpha male that wants it all. He wants to make his dad proud. Santa’s helper is a beautiful woman. She has her own story I wish I knew more of. This is a perfect story to get you into the holiday spirit. I can’t wait to see what this author will write next.

Reviewed by @heatherbass

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Fatal Legislation: A Novel: Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 2 by Ellen Butler – Review by Maura Harper

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Fatal Legislation: A Novel: Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 2Fatal Legislation: A Novel: Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 2 by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the “Karina Cardinal” series and while it can be read as a stand-alone, there are a few threads carried from the first book so it might be better to read in order. They are both fantastic, so you won’t be missing out. I developed a girl crush on Karina Cardinal when she was introduced in the first of the series called “Isabella’s Painting”. I was super excited to read her again in FATAL LEGISLATION.

Wait, do I have a crush on the character or the author? Well either way, FATAL LEGISLATION was a fast moving mystery that held my interest from beginning to end. The story has an ebb and flow to it that it is more like watching a good movie or tv show, than reading a book. The interaction between characters, the nicknames KC gives to people, the tension and pull through the whole story. Often times, it’s easy in this type of book to assume you know who “dunit”. The way the author writes keeps it a mystery until it’s time to actually know.

I am fully invested in this series and look forward to getting to know more about the other characters as the series continues.

I absolutely recommend this book, this series and this author.

Review by @mauraharper

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Wish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Maura Harper

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Wish Upon a Bollywood StarWish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

This story is a quick, clean romance – drama. It is full of angst, misunderstanding, childhood fantasy and revenge.

The female and male protagonist were each portrayed as being kind to others and nasty to each other. I did not care for either one very much. I’m afraid to say more about the story because I don’t want to give anything away.

A few things that I really enjoyed about the story was having a glimpse into a family that is different from mine. It’s always fun to see family dynamics that include love and acceptance. The pacing was steady and the change from scene to scene was seamless.

While this particular story wasn’t for me, I would read the author again in the future.

Review by @mauraharper

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The Mother-in-Law by Judy Moore – Review by Candida Hopper

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The Mother-in-LawThe Mother-in-Law by Judy Moore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Mother-in-Law
By Judy Moore

I was drawn into this story of suspense as soon as I started reading. Victoria is a very relatable character and she just wants to be accepted into her new husband’s life and family, and I think most of us can relate to that. As soon as Victoria meets her new mother in law she notices how uptight she seems and not very friendly. As the story continues there are disturbing family secrets revealed and you can’t help but to keep turning the pages to find out what’s going to happen. How far will Madeline go to sabotage her son’s new marriage. This is a must read it will keep you on the edge of your seat through the entire story. I highly recommend this book.

Reviewed by @elena75

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Wish Upon A Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Kerry Baker

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Wish Upon a Bollywood StarWish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wish Upon A Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes is an entertaining and fun read that all be sure to get you laughing.
This is a new author to me and I am so glad I have now discovered her writing. The characters in this book were brilliant. They were funny to read about, their antics hilarious and their chemistry was palpable.
I found this to be a quick and easy read because it was so easy to get into the story and invested in the characters. Now that I have discovered her work I can’t wait to read more by this author.

Reviewed by @kerry

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Alive (Sundown Series) by Courtney Konstantin – Review by Sarah Oakes

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

A great read about events unravelling. Rafe Duncan works for security in a government science facility. When he helps doctor Charlie off the road, and she is burgled she stays at his house with reluctance. But when events unravel at work, suddenly they have to stick together for survival. Can they make it?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns. Well developed characters like Charlie standing up for herself but kind underneath or Rafae as strong and silent but kind underneath.
I loved the visual detail throughout the novel like with the natural imagery of the snow in the dawn light or the forest and mountains as something beautiful and calming with the cows. And also the use of the senses in particular to sounds with unnerving silences and horror filled pops and cracks later on.
I loved the mix of realism with the doctors and sci fi with the apocalypse combining together to perfection. Fast paced action with high stakes made for a captivating read. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

Reviewed by @sarahoakes

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An Italian Adventure (The Italian Saga Book 1) by Gaia B. Amman – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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An Italian Adventure (The Italian Saga, #1)An Italian Adventure by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by this author and I enjoyed the creativeness, the sassy, fun life of a twelve year old. This story is written in Leda’s perception and it was great getting to see what happening in her head. I loved how the author made me feel as if I was in Leda’s head with her creative details. This story is about Leda’s life growing up in Italy. She is a great character that bring the story to life and I highly recommend reading her story.

Review by @bjwagner
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The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Karyn Taylor

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

The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe is a contemporary adult romance novel. I had never read any of this author’s work but after reading the blurb I thought that this book would be right up my street, and it was!
The story is told from the point of view of Elena Everhart, or Laney as she’s more commonly known. Laney is very much at a crossroads in her life. She no longer loves her career as a lawyer, her last living relative, her mother has just died and she has to return to her home town to sort out her mother’s affairs. Laney has never returned to her hometown since she left 12 years ago and she wants to be in and out of there as quick as possible. So who does she bump into immediately as soon as she arrives home? Her childhood sweetheart Weston, whose heart she broke by leaving to go to college 12 year ago.
I loved the way this story really got you into Laney’s head. The author did an amazing job of showing the heartache and struggle that Laney was going through. The Laney inside her head is so different from the top class lawyer persona that she shows on the outside. I have to admit that there were occasions that I’d have loved to know what was going through Weston’s head. I also loved that we are taken back in time on many occasions to visit with the teenage versions of Laney and Weston.
I really enjoyed The Memory of Us. Lisa Sorbe definitely has a new fan.

Reviewed by @kazbo5771

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Shadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn -Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Shadow's Keep: A NovelShadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! I love how this author has the ability to pull me in right from the beginning. The twists and turns left me sitting on the edge of my seat. I didn’t know what was going to happen next which made the suspense even more intense for me. This story took me on a journey of a string of murders and William the investigator. I loved his character and his ability to love despite what his past has done to him. This is a creepy, dark must read story you don’t want to miss!

Review by @bjwagner
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Wish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Debi Kircher

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Wish Upon a Bollywood StarWish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes

5 Stars

This was my second book by this author and I sincerely enjoyed it. For some reason it turned out to be totally different than I thought it would and this pleased me. It was actually a fun read and I enjoyed the bantering back and forth between Vir and Soumya, and I especially liked the storyline..It was different and refreshing.

This author won me over in my first read and this one just strengthened that…I love the style of writing and how easy her stories are to read. I can not wait to read more and will be checking out whatever else she has available and whatever else becomes available.

I highly recommend this story!

(I can’t forget to mention that the cover is absolutely beautiful)

Review by @debikircher

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Hope’s Defeat (The Fated Series) by Angela McPherson – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Hope's Defeat (The Fated #3)Hope’s Defeat by Angela McPherson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hope’s Defeat (The Fated Series) by Angela McPherson
4 Stars

Another action packed book in the Fated Series. Trinity has to take extreme measures to set Blain free. Now she has to face Cronus and dealing with gods is always tricky business. They never fight fair and it may cost Trinity her life. She’s decided that no cost is too high to save the other half of her soul.

This is a truly fascinating series and being the third book, I’m sad to see it end. It had action, drama, magic and intrigue. It had gods and goddesses based on Greek mythology, which I love. The characters were well developed and evolved with every book as did the plot. I not only enjoyed the main characters but the secondary ones as well. Maybe we’ll be able to see some stories involving some of the other watchers or demi gods? All in all, this was a fantastic series, one I highly recommend reading.

Review by @annahirsch
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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Flash Point (Nite Fire, #1)Flash Point by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nite Fire: Flash Point is the first book in the Nite Fire series. It can be read as a standalone as the main story focus is wrapped up, however there are other pieces of the story that are left open for the next book in the series.

This story starts off at a fast pace and never slows down! I was hooked from the first chapter. The author does a fantastic job of weaving a believable story and introduces interesting and complex characters in a timely manner. Nite Fire has tons of action and adventure mixed with a splash of romance. A gripping and spectacular reading adventure!

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Shadow’s Keep By Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Laura Furuta

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Shadow's Keep: A NovelShadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shadow’s Keep: A Novel
By: Meghan O’Flynn
5 out of 5 stars

The story Shadow’s Keep: A Novel by Meghan O’Flynn is a thrilling book that I loved reading. It constantly had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. Chilling scenes which made tingles go up and down my spines had me wondering if everything is what it seemed to be. I loved reading about the character of Deputy Sheriff William Shannahan. He is a man that can’t fight the feeling that there might be more to the killing that is being called an animal attack. He has a strong will and determination. He also is falling for Cassie Parker. William’s investigation leads him down many roads and it is a puzzle that has many pieces to it. Will he be able to find the glue that puts them all together? Read this story to find out. This book has intense scenes and dialogue. William comes from a small town which includes gossip and politics. William also finds himself trying to deal with those who show indifference. Cassie is an intriguing and fascinating character. She is a woman who has fears and scars. This story had me hooked from the beginning and didn’t let go until I had finished the last page. I highly recommend reading it.

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An Italian Adventure (The Italian Saga) By Gaia B. Amman – Review by Laura Furuta

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An Italian Adventure: It Will All Make (Less) Sense When You Grow Up (The Italian Saga #1)An Italian Adventure: It Will All Make (Less) Sense When You Grow Up by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An Italian Adventure (The Italian Saga Book 1)
By: Gaia B. Amman
5 out of 5 stars

The story An Italian Adventure (The Italian Saga Book 1) by Gaia B. Amman is a book the I enjoyed reading. It has an engaging dialogue between the characters and I soon found myself pulled into the story. Leda is the main character in the book. Her journey includes the themes of friendships, family, and life. She is someone who is discovering things about herself and also about those she lives and spends time with. There are moments that had me smiling and others that had me empathizing with Leda and the situations that she was going through. There are adventurous times, mischief, and touching moments. I enjoyed reading about Leda’s feelings on events that happen and how she handles them. Another character is Nico. He at times has a hostile attitude however this doesn’t scare Leda away. This is a coming of age story that will have you turning pages to find out what happens next. The book has a smooth flow to it and I am glad that I choose to read it. It is a wonderful story that I would recommend reading.

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Rising Star by Susannah Nix – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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

Rising Star is a novel by Susannah Nix. A first time read for me from this author, and it was brilliant. The storyline was engaging and attention grabbing. The characters were full of life and endearing. The story was one that appealed to me and the further I got into it, the more I liked it. The author has a real flair for captivating an audience, and I couldn’t get enough.

Griffin and Alice just were perfect together. They were maddeningly cute together. The sweet and light nature of this romance is a great way to pass a rainy day or a well earned day off. It has the magnetism that would attract the fussiest of readers. Rising Star has something for everyone. An immensely satisfying read. 5 stars.

Reviewed by @tracywilkin

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The Way You Are (Carolina Connections Book 5) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Heather Lovelace

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The Way You Are (The Carolina Connections, #5)The Way You Are by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Nice guys winning PLUS snort inducing laughter EQUALS winning combination. Stewart had me engaged immediately and I instantly was rooting for our “good guy” to get the girl. I absolutely loved the plot and the character development. I love a good book that makes me laugh. Relatable and fun, this book is a must read and one you will have a hard time putting down. Loved it.

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace

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The Shape of Trust (a Stand By Me novel Book 5) by Brinda Berry – Review by Heather Lovelace

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The Shape of Trust (Stand By Me, #5)The Shape of Trust by Brinda Berry
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unexpected and fantastic. This book had me hooked on page one. Just when life is perfect…enter the inevitable curve ball. I was thankful to read of a character so well written and formed to be the unexpected single father. Throw in the steamy romance and you’ve got yourself a winner. Loved it!

Reviewed by @heatherlovelace

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The Confectioner’s Truth (Confectioner Chronicles Book 3) by Claire Luana – Review by Amanda Pierce

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The Confectioner's Truth (Confectioner Chronicles Book 3)The Confectioner’s Truth by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Confectioners Truth by: Claire Luana is the third and final book in The Confectioners Chronicles. Much like the other books by this author in this series, once I stared the book I didn’t want to put it down. The sweet treats and characters are unlike any other story I have read. This book will keep you on your toes, and although it’s the last book, it will leave you wanting more. I can’t wait to see what this author does next, I will definitely continue to read her books. I give this book 5 stars easily, because the only complaint I have is I wasn’t ready for the book or series to end. Great Read!!

Review by @amandarae6884

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Wish Upon A Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Angela Hayes

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Wish Upon a Bollywood StarWish Upon a Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3 ½ Stars

Wish Upon A Bollywood Star by Pamela Q. Fernandes is a Bollywood romance with secrets, drama, some humour, and lots of cultural details.
Vir Seth finds himself in quite the predicament when Soumya Ninan decides to teach him a lesson about his attitude towards women and marriage. Vir’s world will be upended, battlelines will be drawn, while feelings become involved. What happens you ask? Well, you really need to read the book to discover all the details for yourself- no spoilers from me.
This is a very short, quick and easy read. I liked Soumya, but I really found it hard to connect to Vir, or get invested in their story. I think this is because we really don’t get too ‘know’ him all that well. We get Soumya’s perspective throughout the story, but don’t get to understand things from his point of view, which would have perhaps made him more relatable.
I wonder what Ms. Fernandes has in store for us next?

Thank you, Ms. Fernandes!

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Shape of Trust (Stand By Me Series Book #5) by Brinda Berry – Review by Angela Hayes.

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The Shape of Trust (Stand By Me, #5)The Shape of Trust by Brinda Berry
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

The Shape of Trust is the fifth book in the Stand By Me series by Brinda Berry. This series just seems to get better and better with each new release. I have really loved this series, so when this book was released I knew I just had to read it- but I wasn’t sure I would love it as much as the other four books. Well, I should never have doubted Ms. Berry, because the characters and storyline won me over immediately, and this book has now become my favourite of the series.
As with the other books, Ms. Berry has produced a wonderful story with a superb plot and a captivating storyline. Added to that were her endearing, fully developed, and somewhat quirky characters- the combination of these pulled me into the story and kept me wrapped up in all the developments. I was so completely emotionally invested in every detail. I couldn’t put it down, as I really had to know how things would play out- so I ended up reading it all in one sitting. Web and Lily Rose are such fantastic characters, but it’s little Julianne who really stole the show!
Ms. Berry manages to instil bucketloads of charm and emotion into her stories and characters- which gives her books a real heart & soul.
I really recommend this book- you’ll be bound to love it just as much as I have!
I can’t wait to get my hands on her next book!

Thank you, Ms. Berry.

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Shape of Trust (a Stand By Me novel Book 5) by Brinda Berry – Review by Maura Harper

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The Shape of Trust (Stand By Me, #5)The Shape of Trust by Brinda Berry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

THE SHAPE OF TRUST is the 5th book in the “Stand By Me Series” yet it is 100% a stand-alone. It is always fun to see the cameo appearances made by characters from previous stories, so I always recommend reading an entire series for that reason.

Similar to the other stories in the series, THE SHAPE OF TRUST focuses on our M/m as they navigate new situations in life. The characters are well developed and I was immediately invested in each of them. The story has a very clear path from beginning to end and the story-line holds true through the entire telling. There are children as secondary characters that I would like to read about in the future. This would be a fun group to watch grow and morph as the years progress.

“Dog Eared Books” is a fictional bookstore in the story and I hope that everyone has an independent bookstore they frequent in their own town. They are an asset to local communities and bring so much joy to families.

Brinda Berry is definitely an author who I enjoy reading and I always look forward to what she is writing. I will continue to follow her for her stories in the future.

Reivew by @mauraharper

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The Confectioner’s Truth (Confectioner Chronicles Book 3) by Claire Luana – Review by Maura Harper

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The Confectioner's Truth (Confectioner Chronicles Book 3)The Confectioner’s Truth by Claire Luana
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

THE CONFECTIONER’S TRUTH is the third and final book in the “Confectioner Chronicles” series. As this book picks up where the last left off, it is very important to read this series in order.

The entire series was a well written fantasy that had many twists and turns and battles (internal and external). It has a lot of characters to keep track of, but each is pretty well defined in their role. This is one of those series that has it all… Mystery/suspense, fantasy, magic, adventure and action. The world building in the series continues until the very end. New characters are introduced in this story that bring a totally new feel and we get to see the “conclusion” to ongoing relationships.

I definitely have liked and disliked the same characters more than once and have rolled my eyes several times, but I think that is what makes a story interesting. It pulled emotion instead of apathy.

This is a series I would recommend to anyone who enjoys a good fantasy series. It was cool to watch the characters grow along with the story lines.

Review by @mauraharper

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Degrees of Power (A Prestian Series Book 4) by Via Mari – Review by Heather Bahm

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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, is the fourth & final book in the Prestian Series. This emotional story has carried through four separate books and coming to that final chapters has been a journey of epic proportions. Katarina and Chase have gone through so much, the ride has been full of twists, turns, bumps and more. Their relationship has pushed limits, yet exceeded expectations in other ways. However, not everything that burns brightly can hold on forever. Following them throughout this series and seeing how their story ends was an amazing journey that could not be missed. Via Mari is a talented author and has showcased this well within the Prestian series.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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The Shape of Trust (a Stand By Me novel Book 5) by Brinda Berry – Review by Heather Bahm

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The Shape of Trust (Stand By Me, #5)The Shape of Trust by Brinda Berry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Brinda Berry’s The Shape of Trust is the fifth book in the Stand By Me series. This new adult/college romance was touching, unique, and rife with pieces of drama filled obstacles that need to be overcome. Webb’s character has demons in his past that he has worked to rise above, but yet still allows that to have some type of impact on the decisions he makes now. He comes across as a charismatic and dependable individual, but yet afraid at the same time. Enter Lily. She’s just an amazing character. Of course, she has her own unique challenges in her life, but she works to make sure they don’t define her and attempts to arise above. These two are certainly the opposite of one another, but yet the ultimate mate to one another. Reading these characters’ stories and wondering if they’ll work to gain what they desire and need within their lives was entertaining, emotional and truly well written.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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Santa’s Little Helper by Shaan Ranae- Review by Gail Guerrero

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

Santa’s Little Helper by Shaan Ranae

Four Stars

This story was cute and a little naughty. Jake is a jerk but a truthful jerk. He isn’t out here leading women on. He is just real and maybe too honest. His dislike for germ infested little people is accurate and understandable. Lol! I thought Sam was a little unbelievable as a character. No one does what she did and confidently might I add. Over all the book had me laughing and it turned out to be really sweet. Jake learned a lot and it brought him closer to his family. The story was perfectly balanced with laughter, love, naughty moments and family. You felt the lightness with which the author wanted the story portrayed.

Reviewed by @gguerrero89

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The Memory of Us by Lisa Sorbe – Review by Heather Bahm

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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 new adult/college romance. This is not just a story that touches on the past, but so much more. The author added layers upon layers of depth within this novel. Elena’s character is multi-faceted, coming across as fiercely independent and strong, yet fractures are evident. She has accomplished much in her life in a small space of time, but the question ultimately becomes is it what she wants or does she need to find something new. Then there is Weston – holy smokes, that is one attractive male – he just melts the words off the pages. When these two characters are in the same room, you can feel the love – yet, is that friends or is it more and is it something that can survive? Lisa Sorbe has created a beautiful story that is emotionally touching.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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