To be a Fae Legend (Realm Chronicles Book 3) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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To be a Fae LegendTo be a Fae Legend by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

To be a Fae Legend is the third book in the Realm Chronicles series. The stories are best read in order, so if you’re new to this series go back and read To be a Fae Queen (which I described as enjoyable, magical and vibrant when I read it a couple of years ago!) first. And if you’ve read the other books, you’ll already know you’re in for a treat!

This is a great series for teen readers who love fairy stories and fantasy adventures! There are some fantastic characters with relationships complicated by rank, responsibilities and conflicting loyalties. It was great to see more of my favourite character, Alfreda! Often the MVP, in my opinion… Titania’s development over the series has been good, she’s much more diplomatic and able to cope with situations that would have been too anxiety-inducing before, but is still true to herself and those she loves.

This is another 5-star read for me! I couldn’t wait to read it as soon as it came out and it didn’t disappoint. If you’ve enjoyed the rest of the series, you’ll love this!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again this author has put together an exciting and riveting book. The next book follows Ian Troy who was presumed to be dead but is alive and well and fighting to beat Draken and his father Jem. There wasn’t a moment that didn’t keep my attention with the constant twists. Old and new characters come together to save the kingdom and ultimately retrieve the crown of stones. This will leave you on the edge your seat laughing, crying, and everything in between.

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Toni Sellers

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A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me hooked from the very beginning and didn’t let go till the end. Full of wonderful twists and turns. Shanessa Gluhm’s writing style has depth to it unlike some, it flows. You feel like your there in the story. The characters are great and very well developed. If you love a good psychological thriller, then you definitely will want to read this book.

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Little Red, the Detective (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Nakyshia Leger

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Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A whimsical spin on a classic tale! Little Red is searching for the perfect flowers to bring to Granny for tea when she runs into the wolf, who says he can help. When she arrives at Granny’s she realizes something is not quite right. With her scientific skills and quick thinking, she comes up with the perfect plan to save the day! I love books my kids can enjoy with a fun storyline and some learning thrown in! What a fun tale that encourages learning!

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price The Crown of Stones Book 1) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Donya Pedigo

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Can you ever outrun your past? Will the things you’ve seen and done haunt you for the rest of your life along with her memory? These are all things our main character, Ian Troy, is pondering as he tries to live some semblance of life. He is a Shinree, a race who can use magic, which can become addictive and dangerous, since magic always comes with a price. That’s why he shies away from pretty much everyone thinking he’s protecting them from him and the magic inside of him.

C.L. Schneider has written a gritty, descriptive, and action-filled book. I really liked the first person point of view as it helped me connect with the character and see life through new eyes.

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Pulling Together by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Pulling TogetherPulling Together by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was cute. It was fun reading about Lila and the poncho with three neck holes. It is a story about friendship and how friends need to pull together in times of need. It is a good story and I think it provides insight for children on how to cope with bullying and friends. I recommend this book to anyone who has children who enjoy reading.

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Little Red, the Detective (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. It is a nice take on the old fairy tale. I enjoyed Red’s research on different flowers and she was trying to find the flower her grandmother loved. The story is cute and fun. I recommend to anyone with children who like to read.

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The Lone Star Child (The Gods’ Scion Book 3) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Shadel Ayerbe

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The Lone Star ChildThe Lone Star Child by Winnifred Tataw
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Lone Star Child by Winnifred Tataw is a great young adult fantasy book. It has a unique story.

Ophiuchus was cursed to imprisonment in space for wanting to share their gifts with the world. For millennia, they have been alone and forgotten. But Caro, the Space Acolyte, is their new chance at freedom. They’ve had a long time to think about what they’ll do once they’re freed. Which, with Caro’s help, will soon become a reality. Finally, they will be able to crush all those who ever forsake them in the past. But this time around, it will be different. This time they won’t show any mercy. Every person that ever abandoned them will feel their wrath. The Gods called them monsters. Well now, they’ve got one.

Every page was exciting and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. The story really brings passion into your life. I couldn’t put the book down.

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Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Alison Risher

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Noah's Not So Super SummerNoah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic read! I laughed out loud as I read this book. It was so whimsical and humorous for an apocalyptic tale. The author has a unique take on her post-apocalyptic world. A group of tweens and teens are heroic- but, do heroes exist without villains? Read to find out!

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The Innovator (WaterFyre Rising Book 3) by Nadia Han – Review by Jessica Stone

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The Innovator (WaterFyre Rising, #3)The Innovator by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Innovator (WaterFyre Rising Book 3) by Nadia Han – Review by Jessica Stone

“The Innovater”, is book 3 of the WaterFyre Rising series and like this novels two predecessors, the author Nadia Han, knocked this one out of the ball park.

Natalie LaRue has recently moved to the states and taken a job way under her normal pay grade l in hopes of solving a mystery surrounding a property that her father purchased before his recent death.
Grayson Wu is a top notch architect just trying to get a project of his off the ground and running but is having a hard time getting his hands on the means to. All the while dealing with his Uncle betraying his family in the worst possibly way and trying to heal his heart from the damage and distrust resulting from this. The last thing he needs is the infuriating Natalie taking up more space in his head, but she’s to distracting to not linger on.

I believe that this book could be read as a stand-alone but I recommend reading the first two books before this too help you get the whole picture, each book builds a little more and you can tell that things are coming to a head soon.

I love the relationship, the angsty, cat and mouse, enemies to lovers feel to this book. Natalie is so strong and brave and proud and just wants answers. I admire the strength her character shows in this book. Grayson is also a strong character, his stubbornness frustrated me for a while but the healing that he goes through in this book and his growth is *chefs kiss* wonderful. Both of these characters are well rounded and made for each other.
I feel like this author might be becoming a favorite of mine, I like the thought and effort put into her work, the world and character building is terrific. The slow burn of this series as it picks up steam is a wonderful change of pace.

The Innovator, WaterFyre Rising Series, Nadia Han, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Romance, Suspense, Romantic Suspense, Jessica Stone, April 2023

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Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Little Red is a young girls who loves to visit her Grandma, she enjoys learning about wildflowers, her teachings on how to be a detective and receiving the jumpers her grandma knits, so when her Grandma calls inviting her round to be measured up for a new one, Little Red can’t wait, especially when her Grandma asks her to pick some cone glowers for blending a tea on the way.

As she travels to her Grandma’s she encounters a wolf who gives her some advice on which flowers she will need which stops her in her tracks so that she can check the flowers in her identification book, so when she gets to her Grandma’s house, she knows something is wrong, but how can she scientifically prove her assumption with her detective skills?

This is a charming retelling of a popular tale with a modern twist which is a wonderful book for all ages to enjoy.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic-Borne is the third and final book in The Crown of Stones trilogy. Ian Troy is fighting to fix the glimpse into the tragic future that he foresaw five years ahead. As events start playing out like he was foretold he doesn’t know if his presence will be enough to change it. Is his future set-in stone? Will he be enough to stop his father and finally destroy the crown of stones?

This book is even darker than the previous two due to the intensity of the story. The twist and turns had me devouring this book. I loved this epic trilogy and highly recommend it.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic-Price is the first in the trilogy of The Crown of Stones series. This book is a must read, once you get halfway through you will be unable to put it down. It starts out with Ian Troy making a terrible mistake that weighs heavy on his soul. Even though it has been ten years since the tragic event where he took the lives of many. When I first started reading it, I got ‘The Witcher’ vibes due to him having a magic horse, white hair, and is set in a similar time period. He is a badass that fights for what he believes is right. After getting further into the story it developed into its own and I was unable to put the book down due to all the revelations. I can’t wait to read the next book Magic-Scars as the ending leaves you wanting more.

I highly recommend reading Magic-Price if you love epic high fantasy. Where the main character is not perfect and is trying to atone for his prior sins. There is magic, love, friendship, and forgiveness.

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Pulling Together by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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Pulling TogetherPulling Together by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lila is a young lady who loves her Grandma dearly, but when she sees her knitting a blanket with three head holes, she is more than confused, that is until she is told that it is a poncho and that it is one head hole and two arm holes, so wearing the poncho, she goes to find her friend so that they can play together.

On her way, she encounters two other youngsters, as well as her friend and each of them need some assistance, including the neighbourhood bully who insists on being mean to Lila and the others, but how can she help them and what did her Grandma mean by “we all pull together”?

This is a lovely story about how when we pull together anything can happen, but is it a good or a bad thing? Only by reading the book can you find out.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones, #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Magic-Scars is the second in the trilogy of The Crown of Stones series. Starting two and a half years after Magic-Price ends. Ian Troy gets rescued from his prison, the mines, and has no memory due to the drugs that Draken has been forcing. He has been tortured and forced to do heinous acts for the past two years. As he slowly gets his terrible memories back bit by bit, he must forgive himself again for the death and loss of those around him. He doesn’t know whom to trust or how he acted before and is solely going by instinct. Join Ian on his journey to rediscover his past and to right the present.

This book is meant only for adults due to the sex scenes and graphic nature of it, they are done extremely well. I loved this book even more than the first book due to feeling a great connection to Troy from the loss of his memories. He keeps trying to do what he believes is right and protect those around him while trying to break the mold he was shoved in. I was shocked towards the end of the book when I believed all hope was lost, I was crushed and cried only to be saved a little towards the end. I can’t wait to read the last book in the series Magic-Borne.

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Pulling Together by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

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Pulling TogetherPulling Together by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I feel like Lois Wickstrom knows exactly how to weave a story with just enough fun and lessons to help kids while keeping them engaged the whole time. Lila’s Grandma knits her a poncho which is a lovely gesture. But Lila finds that there are three holes in it for the head and she’s convinced that Grandma has made a mistake. In true Grandma fashion, she shrugs it off and smiles with “We all pull together.” While Lila doesn’t understand this right away, she finds out later on when she sees three new kids in need. My family always enjoys reading books by this author. We read it as a group, and I like to get their ideas afterwards. Somehow Lois peers into the hearts of kiddos and understands exactly what they need. I loved the lesson and illustrations. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to share an incredible book with the family!

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Other People’s Money (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 7) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Erin DeRoma

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Other People's Money (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 7)Other People’s Money by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first book by Cynthia Hamilton and it absolutely won’t be my last. This was a fantastic read that drew me in from page one. It read so vividly it was like watching a movie or TV show. I typically imagine what I read while reading and sometimes my mind is filling in the blanks, but for this read Hamilton had everything covered the detail and the characters were fabulous.
I must say I was a bit hesitant to read this since it was book 7 in the series, but it certainly could be read as a stand alone. Although I will be going back reading 1-6 and then re-reading this one.
Three cases in one book wasn’t something I thought I would be up for and thought it would be too much to follow along, but Hamilton’s writing made the reading very smooth. I read it in one sitting.
A must read for any crime/mystery lover.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones, #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the final book in the trilogy, and I am suffering from a serious book hangover from this series. I need more.

Great characters return to join Troy and I genuinely feared for them at times. I found myself wanting to put the book down from the tension but needing to carry on, because I had to know what happened, had my favourite characters survived the latest dangers?
I found that the fight against the enemy brings more revelations and character development in Troy which I enjoyed. He seems much more mature and seems to have found himself as a character. I think we see the best of Troy in this instalment; though still flawed, he is the best version of himself as I don’t think it would be right for him to be perfect, not after everything he has endured.

Once again, the author has played with my emotions, provided surprising twists and left me sleep deprived in my need to finish reading. This might just be my favourite book of the series.

There’s not much I trust myself to say that won’t contain spoilers as I’m itching to discuss the plot twists, my favourite characters and well, everything about this series with someone!

What I can say is that the characters are very well written – unique and vivid – and you will get emotionally invested in their relationships and adventures. You won’t want to leave them, and you will feel part of the team having stepped into the novels to join them in their fight.

I am so grateful that I didn’t have to wait for the release of each book, I was able to binge-red the series. I think the anticipation would have driven me mad otherwise.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ian Troy returns and he has more magic scars than ever, but when his spells show him something he was not prepared for, he has to think about his past, present and future and base his decisions on the uncertainty surrounding him. He is still a fugitive, thanks to his past castings, but he is now wanted in multiple lands, as well as by his father, but he still tries to make the world around him a better place, even though as usual, it doesn’t always go to plan for him, or those close to him.

While he is casting spells to find out what his father has planned, he journeys to different times and places, but not all the answers he seeks are available to him and while on one of these journeys, he experiences a bleak future where everything he has worked towards has been thwarted. The resistance he has been routed, the tenuous relationships within it destroyed and nearly everyone he knows is alive and all hope that was there is now gone, so when Ian returns to the present, he is determined to stop this future in its path, so he uses the knowledge he gained while there to do this.

Meanwhile, tensions build between Rella, Langor and Ian’s father as peace treaties are stretched to breaking point and political posturing is showing people’s true colours and is leading the armies closer to the return to the brink of war between the lands. Ian is also realising his increasingly apparent transformation into the more beastlike form of an eldring, he tries to stave off from casting in an attempt to buy himself some time, but as he searches the past for a way to defeat his father, bring peace to the lands around him and break the transformation the Crown of Stones is causing, he has to battle his inner demons too.

How far can Ian go before he breaks, or worse, becomes an eldring and how big a sacrifice will he be willing to make in order to reach his goals and will he be able to pay the price demanded? This is another epic race against time in a fantasy land where apartheid rules, magic is both life, death and currency and those who wield it are both saviours and destroyers, but whom is which is what you will only be able to find out by reading this addictive story until its conclusion.

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Little Red, the Detective (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern

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Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lois Wickstrom has long been a favorite of everyone in my household and for good reason. She delivers such fantastic children’s stories that are not only easy to understand, but engaging and educational! One of my kids has ADHD but has a very scientific way of thinking, and my other has a great imagination. They typically read different books from one another, but they always come together to read anything by this author. Little Red Detective is a fun and interesting twist to the Little Red Riding Hood fairy tale. Little Red gets to use her detective skills to figure out how to keep her and her Grannie safe. I love the illustrations, the flow of the story, and the educational side for the kids. I recommend picking this up and sharing it with the whole family!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Esprit de Corpse by Ef Deal – Review by Candida Hopper

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Esprit de CorpseEsprit de Corpse by Ef Deal
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this book to be original and entertaining. This is the first book I have read by this author and I found the writing to be very detailed and descriptive. This story has great characters and is full of mystery, drama, history, paranormal, action and so much more. The world building of this story took me on an original adventure that differed from other stories I have read. The intrigue and mystery kept me turning pages to find out how this story would unfold. Thus was an enjoyable read that I recommend.

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Messenger: An MM Romeo and Juliet Retelling (Star-Crossed Celestials) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet #2)Messenger by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cyrus and Jace are two men in love, but who cannot be together, Jace has been exiled and forced to leave Las Vegas, or Sin City as it is more commonly known and Cyrus is feeling well and truly lost without him, but he has to keep up appearances within the celestial community and that includes keeping Jace a closely guarded secret, as well as his transgressions with him. There are only a few people who actually know what happened between them and why Cyrus does not seem his usual self, not to mention his work is keeping him occupied, at least until the night falls and he searches for a way back to his one true love.

The person in question just happens to be a demon, a demon with connections, but as Cyrus ventures off the beaten path to find him, he tries to keep to the shadows and hope that his nightly activities are noticed by the powers that be, however, fate as usual is not on Cyrus’s side. One night, after he tries to continue his nocturnal searches, he comes home exhausted and to a dangerous sign, but things are about to get much worse for Cyrus when he is attacked by enemies whom he should be protected from and as they leave him for dead, an unlikely caretaker shows up, his angelic ex, who also happens to be someone who broke his heart in the past and has a hard time trusting.

While all this is happening, Jace is just trying to survive without Cyrus, so when he hears that the messenger is dead, he loses all hope and does the one thing he has been banned from doing, returning to Las Vegas, but when he gets there, he discovers that all is not lost and that Cyrus is not dead. Together, they uncover a sinister plot which could change everything they believe and everything they are working towards, but will they be able to foil it and save Sin City while both staying alive? This is another paranormal romance with a thrilling mystery throughout where it is a race against time to uncover the players and the game, where secrets, lies and revelations all appear out of nowhere and leave the same way in this enticing tale of star crossed lovers, angels and demons.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Shannen Kern

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Magic-Borne (The Crown of Stones #3)Magic-Borne by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While I am so sad to see this series coming to an end, Magic-Borne is a dazzling read! This has been my favorite fantasy series in such a long time. C.L. Schneider has an incredible way of wrapping you in their world and making you feel at one with each character. She is one of the authors that I follow very closely so I don’t miss anything! Ian has been through the ringer, and this is the continuation of his fight. The amount of action, magic, romance, and endurance that you can feel which means you’ll be right there alongside the characters the whole way. Be sure to start from the beginning of the series because this is a very detailed story with amazing world building and in-depth characters. I highly recommend this entire series because it is just mind-blowingly epic!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones #2)Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the trilogy so if you haven’t read the first, I would strongly advise you to as the events in this book follow on from the first.

The story starts a few years after the last ended, and I’m thrilled to say we see the return of some great characters for more action (including my favourite Jarryd).
The time between the two books has given the characters more backstory and has affected each in their own way. This adds more depth to them and reveals more about who they are and what we may expect from them as the book progresses.
I will say that I enjoyed seeing even more of Troy in this book, and what he could have been if his circumstances had been different. His character develops further as the story progresses and understanding him better has given me a deeper appreciation for his behaviours (though I still wanted to scream at him more times than I can count).

My emotions were hit hard in this book, and I have a feeling this will continue into the last book as well. The author does a great job of manipulating my feelings and revealing information when it will have a greater impact which is a great skill that I admire.

I thoroughly enjoyed this one, more so than the first which is unusual for me, so I have high hopes for the final instalment of the trilogy!

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Obedience: Ties That Bind Book One by Liza Snow Review by Heidi Woodring

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Obedience by Liza snow is book one in the Ties that Bind series, and let me tell you, I don’t even know if I have the words for this incredible read!!!!! Not knowing what I was reading when I started, I was hooked from chapter one and just wanted to disappear into the world of Cassandra and Chandler. I loved that this story was long and kept you wanting more and more. The steaminess was also on point in each scene and the chemistry with Cassandra and Chandler could make the pages flame up!!!!
Cassandra is riddled with tragedy but she kept her focus on becoming what she always wanted to be, aerialist. And chandler is one of the greatest of all times! Together they are magic! I can not wait to read more of this series and never have I ever wanted to get a audio book as I do now!! Well done and I want more and more and more of this series!!!

To be a Fae Legend (Realm Chronicles Book 3) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Jamie Truex

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To be a Fae LegendTo be a Fae Legend by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the series by Tricia Copeland. I recommend reading the first two books first. This book is just as good as the others and I was able to jump right in even though it’s been awhile since reading the previous book. If you enjoy reading about fae and strong female main characters, then absolutely pick up this series.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in this fantasy trilogy.
I was drawn to the book by the cover and then upon reading the blurb, decided that this was the book for me. It seemed like something I’d really enjoy, and I wasn’t wrong.
The story itself, although similar in many ways to other fantasy novels I’ve read, it has so many unique elements as well that it doesn’t feel like the same rehashed story. For example, the way magic works is interesting, there’s more to it than just using magic has a heavy price.
The book is written well, from the fight scenes to the more intimate ones, it flows well and there’s never a lull. For a book that’s so long it can hold your attention throughout.
The characters were well written, each having distinct personalities and agendas.
While I usually loved flawed characters, it took me a while to warm to Ian Troy. I enjoy the fact that he’s not perfect and can understand why he is the way he is (his attitude) there were moments I got very frustrated with his actions, and it tested my love for him.
I thoroughly enjoyed the story behind his issues with magic and his anti-hero typing, he is certainly an interesting main character.
Jarryd on the other hand had my heart almost instantly – how can you not love the dependable Jarryd?!

Another aspect of the book I really enjoyed was there didn’t appear to be a ‘side’ that was 100% good. The two opposing sides at war both have their own agendas and it didn’t seem to be a straight forward good vs. evil which it normally is. This made the politics and world building seem more real to me.

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Operation Escape ( Space Force Rejects Book 2 ) by Linda Graf – Review by Caralee Loonat

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Operation Escape (Space Force Rejects Book 2)Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh man I was in heaven finding yet another new author. As again I am reading out of order but I was not disappointed or out of sorts. I really enjoyed the world that this author has created and the characters are really good as well. The world is not your run of the mill typical sci-fi one and I was glad of that. I found that the chemistry between the characters was unique and as it built got really explosive. I really look forward to reading more from this author and this series in the future. I just could not put this book down. The book had a well balanced adventure and drama mixed in with romance. It definitely is one of my favorite genres.

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Consigliere’s Revenge (Sicilian Gods Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Consigliere's Revenge (Sicilian Gods Book 3)Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars
I love, love, love Via’s work. Via is known for writing steamy dark mafia romances and I have love each and every one of them. I jumped to grab a copy when I saw this new book was out. Consigliere’s Revenge is the third gripping book in the Sicilian Gods series. Make sure you read them in order or you will be missing out on all this dark and delectable goodness. Via does dark and dangerous so well that you are sad when the final page draws near.
In the dark of the crime world these ruthless, dangerous and powerful men do not play around when their backs are up you can be sure that there will be retribution, retaliation and sweat, sweat revenge.
It is a deliciously dark, enemies to lover’s mafia romance. It is gritty, raw and brutal, savage and sinful, passionate and bloody, intense and violent. But once you are in their hearts there is nothing they will stop at to keep you safe. With heartache, action, twists and turns, secrets, lies, danger, scars, mistrust, enemies, crime lords and so much more there is something for everyone and to keep the pages turning and become lost in this extraordinary world.
There are no spoilers here because you have to devour this tale and take it all in on your own.
As usual I can’t wait for more!

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Operation Escape (Space Force Rejects Book 2) by Landra Graf – Review by Kerry Baker

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Operation Escape (Space Force Rejects Book 2)Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in a great sci-fi series and a great follow up to the first. I would highly recommend reading this series in order so you get a full appreciation of the overall story and chatacters. This book is just as good as the first and the characters were just as interesting and engaging. I loved the premise of this story. It was easy to become invested in what was happening and I was rooting for the chatacters the whole way through. This is an author that I am becoming more familiar with and I always enjoy the writing style she uses. Her books as well written, original and a pleasure to read. I would highly recommend them.

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