Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Jennifer Ramos

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reading the preview for this book, I was already drawn to the storyline and wanted to see how this relationship would end up. I absolutely love to read about love stories of individuals from opposite spectrums but yet find one another compelling enough to make themselves vulnerable and yearn for each other. Claire, belonging to a rich class of youngsters, comes from wealth and only acts the part as it is expected of her. She is very intelligent, well educated, and wants to break into her own stance of contributions. Nick, a struggling art graduate student, is a waiter at a restaurant where he ends up meeting Claire. Nick’s bold statements catch the attention of Claire and they start getting to know each other a bit better. They gain a deeper appreciation for one another. Not only can they really be themselves around each other but they also start to encourage their passions they both have. Love is about being vulnerable enough to show your true nature and support their own paths and passions. Such a wonderful read for everyone to experience!

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Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Ashley Lape

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 2)Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Regan is a divorced single mother living her dream as an author. Just when she thought that her next book tour would go smoothly until her publicist told her that she not only would have a guest on tour with her but also a private guest signing. Regan refused to meet for the private signing but little did she realize that by refusing it would create a domino effect throughout her private life. Pavlo, the book tour guest, is not only a fellow author but a retired Navy and owner of a security firm. Ragen didn’t want Pavlo on the book tour let alone having him catapulted into her personal life. This was a fantastic book. I was hooked from the very first chapter! Can’t wait to read more by this author.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Angela Plate, December 2023

Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book SeriesDetective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series by MJ Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute story. It’s a beginner chapter book great for children ages 7-10. It’s well written and the illustrations are nicely done. It’s a nice little mystery story that will keep the littles entertained.

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Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 2)Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Shadow Defense Security series. The books in this series can be read as standalones as they focus on different couples, but the characters to appear in other books.
Pavlov and Regan’s story has elements of enemies to lovers, but Pavlov’s caring nature is revealed when Regan and her daughter are in danger. His protective nature and determination to keep the pair safe is part of what makes him so enjoyable. I like that Regan is also a strong character, she stubborn in wanting to do what’s best for her daughter and you can see her develop as a character as the story progresses.
The author has again created well-written, enjoyable characters and you can’t help but get invested in their lives, especially as their stories unfold and the chemistry grows.
The plot is well developed and had me hooked throughout. There were plenty of twists to keep me guessing, and the way these were written makes it easy to follow along as things shift.
I’m really enjoying this series and I can’t wait to get my hands on more!

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Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unexpected is a contemporary romance about two people who meet unexpectedly and make an unexpected connection. For all outward appearances Claire and Nick are complete opposites. She is a beautiful heiress who is used to being in the spotlight. Claire has both beauty and brains, but she keeps the educated part of her persona private and instead lets the tabloids report on who her newest love interest is. Nick is an aspiring artist currently working as a waiter in the hopes of not losing his scholarship. When Claire and her friends go out for dinner at the restaurant where Nick works him, and Claire find that they have an instant connection with one another. The two strike up a secret friendship which quickly turns into more. A heartfelt read about finding love in the most unexpected circumstances. The characters were relatable, and I loved that Claire was not just another ditzy heiress that was only concerned about her looks and how popular she was. Nick was down-to-earth, smart, funny, and the perfect match for Claire. This book had friendship, romance, love, angst, drama and a splatter of wit and humor.


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Encounters With Old Coyote by Laura Koerber – Review by Ayla Phipps

Encounters with Old CoyoteEncounters with Old Coyote by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Thought provoking with some humor. Having read other works by the creative Laura Koerber I found Coyote to be more relatable personally in this work. He has evolved and now sees that change is necessary and important to continue growing. In his full supernatural form, he comes across Andrea.
Andrea’s life didn’t prepare her for an afterlife. She thought that when you die you just go into oblivion, when she finds out she has cancer and decides to go on her terms looking at the stars she gets the biggest surprise of her existence. While her mortal life has ended, she is not truly gone, now as a ghost she is confused about what happens next and what the purpose of her existence is. While unable to enjoy the delicious coffee that Coyote makes, they sit and tell stories to each other. As Coyote says humans tell stories, that’s how they understand things. Story after story Andrea picks up on different aspects of how life was and how the world has changed through history. Though she feels that for a spirit Coyote doesn’t seem to truly care about the destruction of Earth, feeling that he sees everything as another episode in a very long existence.
Will Coyote succeed in helping Andrea understand why she is a ghost? What happens next for Andrea? The world the author creates pulls you in the stories wrapping around you both the good and the bad to fully submerge you into the world she has created. The characters are both relatable and unrelatable as everyone has their own beliefs. Still the easy flow of one story into the next was perfect in shifting the narrative from story to story. The stories were also perfect to fit into my day in every little moment I had free until I realized it was over having learned many new stories. This book made me laugh, eye roll, and ponder every step of the way. I can’t wait to see where Coyote will appear next.

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Dreamscape (J.J. Morris Mysteries) by J.N. Sheats – Review by Helen Dawkins

Dreamscape (J.J. Morris)Dreamscape by J.N. Sheats
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by J.N. Sheats and I fell in love. This book is a wonderful YA paranormal suspense with the supernatural, mystery, tension/angst, complex characters, ghosts, occult, slight horror, and wonderful world building. Even though it is YA, I think that older adults would definitely love this as well.

I did not read the first book in the series, but I do not feel like it made this book any less than because of that. With that said, I will be going back to read the first book. I can see a few areas in the book where knowledge from the first book would have been beneficial. I would recommend reading the first book and then this one, but it is not 100% necessary to understand and love this book.

The main character Joey is struggling to keep up with her normal day to day life, but she is also experiencing several supernatural events happening around her. She is desperately trying to find her new “normal” in college, but after everything that has happened, she is not sure if that is possible anymore. What is stalking her in her dreams? What is a dream and what is real? Will her life ever go back to normal?

If you enjoy books with supernatural, paranormal, with some mystery then you will most definitely enjoy this book! I cannot wait to read what comes next!

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The Magic Man Audiobook (The Olympic Peninsula Book 3) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

4 Stars. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The Magic Man is Book 3 in the Olympic Peninsula series and I continue to enjoy each book. I highly recommend listening to this series from the beginning as characters continue to develop in each book along with romance, drama and complex relationships, In this book we have David and Maddie’s story…

Joe returns from Africa being a physician for the past four years to attend Liam and Teresa‘s wedding….more quiet and secretive…something is going on….

Maddie is a friend of the family also attending the wedding of Liam and Teresa…and sparks happen between she and David…but it’s complex. David is appeasing his fiancée while Maddie is caught between feelings of David and Kilo.

Will David and Maddie find a way to each other with other complexities in their life?

I really enjoyed this story and looking forward to more from this author! I love she narrates her own book :).

Shadowed Obsession: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Crystal Walker (12/2023)

Keira is a witty, intelligent and well-trained PR representative but she has a slight problem: She is being stalked by an unknown person. Who is this person? A Seal named Cade seems to be strong, smart and helpful and together they hope to solve this crazy problem. Who is this stalker? What is his reason for stalking Keira? Why did he choose her? Cade tries to help her as much as possible, but will it be enough to keep her safe? Slowly a romance emerges, but is it enough for them? Will the threat of an intruder and stalker keep them apart forever? This is the first story in the Shadow Defense Security Series and is full of suspense, romance, adventure and mystery. I can’t wait for the second book in the series!

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Crystal Walker (12/2023)

Pavlo and Regan put this book in the top ten list of the best!!! Regan is way too independent of a woman for the Navy Seal to even be thinking of being with yet here he is finding himself having to protect her and figure out who is set out to kill her? To protect her and her daughter means to step away from all he knows and venture out a bit with his training and help find who is threatening the lives of those who he has met and who has slowly started to touch his heart.

Dreamscape (J.J. Morris Book) by J.N. Sheats – Review by Anna Deer

DreamscapeDreamscape by J.N. Sheats
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In Dreamscape By J.N Sheats the second book in the J.J Morris Series, you continue to follow Joey through her exploration of her family line.
After the previous years events, Joey is still on edge. Feeling as is the large black dogs are around the next corner. Little did she know there was a new, more sinister opposition to fight. Joey wakes up to jinx, (her black cat that follows her) warning her of a fire breaking out in her schools aqua complex. Which is just the beginning of fires being set around Portstown.
Those fires are just the beginning of her new opposition, as more students turn up missing. Some of those being very close to Joey. New characters emerge as old ones come back onto the playing field.
Well worth the read if you like Witchy books that cross realms and demons.

Reviewed by @MelancholyRose

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Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller ( Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Jules Herbert

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 2)Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely LOVED this book and simply could not put it down! I was kept on the edge of my seat trying to work out who the hell was behind all this drama. I am not going to give away any spoilers but I will say I only worked part of it out. The main person was a total surprise. Pavlo and Regan are wonderful characters who will weave their way into your heart and have you on their side right from the start. This talented authors writing is compelling, creative and simply should not be missed!!

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Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadowed Defence Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 2)Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging enemies to lovers romantic suspense thriller, which had me hooked throughout. When Regan Christenson and her daughter are threatened she turns to former Navy SEAL Pavlo Barislov, even though he annoys her. Pavlo finds Regan just as annoying but does not hesitate to protect her especially as the danger increases, but thankfully Pavlo has a relationship with Shadow Defense Security. The couple find themselves in an unexpected minefield full of deceit and treachery, and Pavlo starts to doubt whether he can keep them all alive. What neither of them expected was the sizzling chemistry and growing connection between them. This was an action packed story with great characters, and a slow-burn romance at the heart of the storyline. The plot twists kept me gripped and I found this book to be a real page turner. It can be read as a standalone story, and there are no cliffhangers.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Cindy Rushin

I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute little story. I enjoyed how it made affirmations for the little boy that allowed him to have good feelings about himself. I think this would be very nice for a lot of kids who feel differently about themselves and their heritage. I hope that anyone, not just an Asian kid would be able to be inspired by this story. I recommend it to anyone who has ever had the feeling that they are different and that they don’t fit in.

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Dreamscape (J.J. Morris Mysteries) by J.N. Sheats – Review by Nichole Chrisman

Dreamscape (J.J. Morris)Dreamscape by J.N. Sheats
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series and while I didn’t read the first book I had no trouble catching up with what was going on. Joey used to be a star student until she was introduced to the things that go bump in the night. Now she sees potential ghosts and demons in the faces of everyone she meets. Not the best way to spend your first year in college. She also misses normal dreams, you know the kind you can forget. Now she remembers every detail, every emotion, and when the newest one is an explosion at the school she has to figure out what is going on. Can she figure out what caused the explosion before it actually happens? Will it actually happen or was it just a dream?

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Lost Property (The Tom Grant Series Book 6) by Samantha Adair – Review by Jenni Bishop

Lost Property: A Tom Grant Novel (The Tom Grant Series Book 6)Lost Property: A Tom Grant Novel by Samantha Adair
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

Lost Property is the sixth amazing book in The Tom Grant Novel series. You could read all the books in this series as standalones, but you are missing out on so much if you don’t read them all in order. I started in the middle and am glad I went back and started from the beginning.
I have loved each and every book in this series and the characters are like old friends now that I love catching up with them even if things don’t go right. They are all complex characters but love fiercely.
Isabella is away and poor Tom is thrown back in the world of sex trafficking when two young women turn up.
This thrilling fast-paced action-packed tale is a page turner and one that had me on the edge of my seat. I was completely engrossed and couldn’t get through it fast enough trying to find out how it all ended. I say I am addicted would be the truth.
As always there are lots of twists and turns where the suspense and tension are palpable.
Expect the unexpected. It is packed with danger and adventure and so much more.
Bring on the next book.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Kerry Baker

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great romantic story between two unlikely characters. From completely different worlds, it is hard to see how they could possibly make something work and yet, that is exactly what you want them to do right from the moment they meet. I found it so easy to connect with these characters, and I became emotionally invested in what they were going through.
This is the first book that I had by this author but it won’t be the last. If all of her characters are these easy to connect with, then I will be reading everything she has to offer. This is a great book that is worth the read.

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Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Kerry Baker

Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid's Guide to a Happy Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series)Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog by Giselle Nevada
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We are always on the lookout for new books we can share with our children, and having read the first of these books, we knew we had to get the next. This book is a fun and educational story about a bond between children and their canine friends. It is a great way to showcase the kind of activities that can be used to create that bond.
This is the kind of book that can appeal to a wide age range. For children, it can be educational and fun. For adults, it can give new ideas as to how to interact with an important member of their family. This is a fun book that we thoroughly enjoyed. I would highly recommend this book to all.

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Unexpected by Laylah Abrams – Review by Kerry Carr

UnexpectedUnexpected by Laylah Abrams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a beautiful story that I really enjoyed. The author has an amazing way of writing that brings the story and the characters to life.
This is a story about 2 people from 2 different worlds and all the struggles and obstacles they have to go through to be together. Struggles that include their different positions in the world, the opinions of their friends and also their own self doubts and inner struggles.

Clare is a heiress and a smart woman in her own rights, however that isn’t seen very often as most people just see her as the pretty ex model. She really wants to take the helm of her fathers business and make changes but with people telling her she doesn’t have to and no one expects if of her how can she show people what she can really do?

Nick is an art student. His life is a constant juggling act between school, and his job which he needs to pay for his tuition. He is pursuing his dreams but most of the times it seems like his dreams will never materialise. At his job as a waiter in a restaurant is where he first encounters Claire and her friends.

From the start their attraction to each other was instant however with the rudeness of her friends Nick didn’t hold out any hope for anything. After all Claire was way out of his league.
When a one night stand leads to several dates in secret the pair decide they can’t hiding their relationship from others. But what will be the consequences of making their relationship public? Will people’s criticisms of their different backgrounds make it hard for their relationship to succeed? And what happens as their story progresses? Will they find what they are searching for together or will they need to be apart to succeed?

This was a unique turn of the female being the wealthy partner where as most times its the men so that was a nice change. Claire is also a very down to earth character, she doesn’t flaunt her wealth or look down on people which I loved about her. Both of our main characters have flaws which make the human and relatable.
This is a fast paced read which I couldn’t put down.

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Melissa Saxton

Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book SeriesDetective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series by MJ Murray

I read this one to my kids they enjoyed it a lot. Short chapters about Dylan and his sister trying to solve the case of missing mail. My kids had all sorts of fun theories as we went through involving their imagination as the story went on and the case of the missing mail was solved.
Super cute to read to younger kids and ask questions or for older kids to read alone.

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Lost Property (The Tom Grant Series Book 6) by Samantha Adair – Review by Shelly Kittell

Lost Property: A Tom Grant Novel (The Tom Grant Series Book 6)Lost Property: A Tom Grant Novel by Samantha Adair
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story was so intriguing. Operation Sweetpea showed up at James door in the form of Annika and Melody. Tom, retired, was brought in to help. He, Iz, and the gang jumped right back in. I found this story full of adventures, drama and lots of twists. Benita is one sneaky, crazy chick. The story had me engaged right from the start. The author has a way of writing that pulls you in right from the start. The topic was relevant in today’s world and handled in way that kept things interesting and you wanted to see what happened. A great book. Fantastic characters.

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The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book 3) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Emmye Marihugh

The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 3)The Magic Man by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a wonderful addition to the series!! Maddie and David’s story flows so well with the continuation of all the others. Having read the previous books in the series there were some redundant parts but necessary for someone who started with this book. I’m not sure I like the ending because it just, well, ends. There’s no summation or even a fin. Overall great book!

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Trisha Cargile

Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book SeriesDetective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series by MJ Murray
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Who doesn’t love a good detective book? I’m sure many of us read Nancy Drew growing up! I love Detective Dylan books, and this one is no exception. The author provides a story that is entertaining, fun, and mysterious. In the case of the missing mail, Dylan, his sister, and a lovely dog set out on their next mystery. Of course no story is complete without a bit of ruckus to follow. I remember growing up and reading chapter books for this first time, and this book is the epitome of that core memory for me. You just can’t go wrong with a good detective book as a solid starter series!

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Carrie’s Flight (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Trisha Cargile

Carrie's FlightCarrie’s Flight by Lois Wickstrom

I had an exceptionally close relationship with my grandma, and I was lucky enough not to lose her until I was old enough to understand death and what happened. However, if it had occurred when I was younger, my younger self would have loved this story and telling of how a grandma’s love is endless and a bond that can never be broken, even by death. This story book truly lays the foundation for children with the story telling and art as well as metaphors with death, birds, and flight. This was a lovely read and highly recommend it for any children going through loss.

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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Barbara Bohls

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 4th book in the series and it can be read as a stand alone but I would recommend reading the others first. It is so you can appreciate the authors writing and the way the characters evolve. However, that said, you won’t be disappointed if you don’t read the others in the series because this book is really well written. This book has it all from the chemistry between the characters to laugh out loud moments. The words that are put onto the pages make this story come alive. The relatable moments really connect you to the characters and keep you rooted in the book. It was a fast read for me because I wanted to see what was going to happen next with these characters. The danger that is presented and the thrill that goes along with the danger, makes this book more than just a romance book. It gives you humor, suspense, love, laughter, mystery, intrigue, and of course off the charts chemistry.
Reviewed by: @bbohls

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Grave Digger Academy IV (Grave Digger Academy Series) by C.A. King – Review by Erin DeRoma

Grave Digger Academy IVGrave Digger Academy IV by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Often times with series past 3 books, I often loose interest, that is NOT the case with Grave Digger Academy. C.A.King know what they are doing when writing a series!
Although if you just picked this up without reading the previous 3, you could read it as a standalone, I would suggest you read all 3 previous books in order, you will not be disappointed.
I think the reason I am not getting bored is C.A.King has perfected the art of giving us a taste and filling us, but not over filling us, leaving room for more. I am looking forward to book 5, no desire to take a break from the series!

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The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book 3) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Brandy Rymer

The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 3)The Magic Man by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love this book series, if I could give it more stars on the rating scale I would. The Magic Man is the third book in The Olympic Peninsula series, where we get to read the story of Joe’s older brother, David, and find out about what happened to cause him to return from his time working as a doctor in Africa. Not only do we get to follow along with David, but we also get to know Maddie’s story. The sparks were flying between David, Kilo, and Maddie, at the end of the last book in this series, it’s time to find out which guy she chooses to be with. Also, what is up with Sylvia, David’s fiancé from Africa, he claims he will not be marrying but has to deal with issues that are weighing heavily on him. I love that this series takes place in the Pacific Northwest, a place I know very well. Cat Treadgold has done an amazing job portraying the beauty of Port Townsend, and the feeling of unity that is so well-known in its small community. It’s great that we get to continue with the story of the main characters from the first 2 books in this series. This group has grown together, but sometimes being together all the time, can lead to feelings of being too close. Will each of the couples be able to work through their marital issues, or will we see some relationships that have been building take a turn for the worse? You will not want to put this book down once you start reading it, the best part, is you do not have to read them in the order that they were written, I prefer to do it this way, but each book can stand on its own just as well. You’ll just be missing out on some great stories if you skip any.
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12/2023

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Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light Series) by Nanette Littlestone – Review by Daryian Lucas

Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light, #2)Sweet Dreams by Claire by Nanette Littlestone
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4/5 stars
This is book 2 in the series but is an awesome standalone. This was a quick read for me and it’s a sweet romance. The relationship between the two characters is a very sweet relationship. The added touch of the bakery added another level of coziness to the storyline!

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Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 2)Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely enjoyed the first book in the series and this follow-up definitely did not disappoint at all. The author continues to write an action-packed, fast paced story with plenty of twists and turns. I absolutely couldn’t put it down until I had read the last page! I am always a sucker for that slow burn enemies to lovers relationship and this book definitely hit it out of the park. The author did a great job of creating well rounded characters that you really love and care about. Regan and Pavlo are fabulous together and seeing their relationship with each other grow and change, during all of the suspense and danger. This is a wonderful series that can be read in the series or as a standalone. I definitely can’t wait to see what happens in the next book!

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Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Beverly Finnie

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 2)Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I like this series. Shadowed Agenda was a wonderful second book in the series. A suspenseful romance thriller. Keeping the reader on their toes trying to figure out what’s going to happen next. The author brought together two characters that dislike one another, did they really or was it for show?
Regan and Pavlo are a pair. Matched together to do a book tour by their publicist they couldn’t be any different. Personalities as well as what they write about. The idea was because they both sold rights to their books for entertainment purposes. What Regan doesn’t know is that writing is Pavlo’s side job. His real job is to serve and protect anyone who contacts the Shadow Defense Security team. A team made up of all ex-military personnel, especially Seals.
Regan quickly learns who Pavlo truly is when threats start to be made on her life. He instantly goes into protection mode. However what happens when lines blur and he wants more from this woman than to protect her. But that can’t be right, they drive each other crazy. She’s frustrating and stubborn. He’s egotistical and a player. Will she give in to what they are both feeling?
The author takes us on a while ride, with a budding relationship thrown in. A book that keeps you wanting more. A book with an ending twist one didn’t see coming. A book you should look into reading right now.

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