Earl of Griffith (Once Upon a Widow Book 6) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Rebecca Hill

Earl of Griffith (Once Upon a Widow Book 6)Earl of Griffith by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love historical fiction, and this one did not disappoint. This book is part of a series, but it works well as a standalone. I have not read the others in the series and had no problem reading this one alone. The main character, Helen, is impetuous and runs away to marry Rory O’Neill. She doesn’t realize that she will be leaving behind luxury, plentiful food, and even regular bathing. Helen works hard to make a home for her, Rory, and later their little girl, Maeve. When Rory is unexpectedly killed, Helen must leave behind the home she has made, but she is thankfully able to go home to her family. Her brother sends Conway Griffith to escort her home. Conway becomes smitten with Helen and with little Maeve. Helen struggles to believe that love can be safe and that she can be free to love again. This was a sweet love story with no language and no explicit scenes. I loved it and highly recommend it!

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Stalked by the Devil (To Kiss a Stalker Series) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

Stalked by the Devil: BWWM Thriller (To Kiss a Stalker Series)Stalked by the Devil: BWWM Thriller by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series which I didn’t initially realise as it can be read as a standalone. I’ve read some other books by the author, so I was really looking forward to reading this one. It did not disappoint.

As usual I enjoyed the writing style used, it added to my enjoyment in reading. The story had me hooked, now I’m not usually one to go for love triangles as I feel they’re a bit over-done, but it was done well and, in the plot, it worked.

There’s darkness, suspense and mystery which I thrive on when reading so this was a great book for me. I’ll be going back to read the first in the series and impatiently wait for another!

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Stalked by the Devil (To Kiss a Stalker Series) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

Stalked by the DevilStalked by the Devil by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stalked by the Devil is part of the To Kiss a Stalker Series. It is a fast-paced romantic suspense that centers around the story of Melody, her sister Sahara, and Sahara’s billionaire boyfriend Keith. Melody is unemployed and living with her successful, supermodel sister Sahara. Sahara is dating billionaire Keith and is hopelessly in love with him, but Melody hates him and is convinced there is something sinister lurking under Keith’s charming exterior. Melody is determined to find out the truth behind Keith’s charming façade and prove that he is not a good person and is not the man her sister thinks that he is. Danger lurks in the shadows as Melody tries to prove who Keith really is and neither of the sisters may be safe when Sahara gets a stalker.

This was a fast-paced, intense, and captivating storyline with characters that are instantly relatable and engaging. Melody has the best interests of her sister at heart even though it is hard for Sahara to see. There is a history between them that involves meddling in past relationships, so this plays a factor in how Sahara treats Melody when Melody tells her that she does not like or trust Keith. Keith is someone that you instantly dislike because he comes across as slimy, manipulative, condescending, and arrogant. The author did a great job of building the suspense and mystery in this book as we learn who we can or cannot trust. The twists and turns that will grab your attention and keep you reading to find out what happens next. This book had romance, action, danger, mystery, stalking, and obsession.

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Hope and Lies (The Abredea Series Book 1) by C.H. Lyn – Review by Kerry Carr

Hope and LiesHope and Lies by C.H. Lyn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Abredea series and what a great start it is. This is a dystopian story about the world turn apart by a plague to be pieced back together by the Grey Stars and their corrupt Caste system.This book will take you on an adventure full of twists and turns. It was an interesting read and the author does an amazing job of allowing the reader complete access to the people in the stories. From the people in high places and government( causing corruption) to the people places in the lower caste systems. This story is written on different timelines 1 in the past and 2 in the present. At first this I found this a bit hard to follow but the more I read and learnt the characters and their place in the system the easier it became and the more excited I was to learn where the past and present join.

This full of emotions, from the lies and corruption, to the lower classes struggling to build themselves up and living life as a constant battle.
I really felt sorry for Juliana. Her parents were Blue Star( quite high ranking) but when she goes for her Coding they tell her she is a White Star( a lowest class) so not only does she have to go through the shock and upset of this change of life, she also needs to find the strength and learn to live in a completely different way than the way she was raised. When reading this story you can feel her confusion, pain, but also strength and determination as she struggles through.

Overall this was a great read, with lies unravelling, past meeting the present and people not entirely happy with the Caste system planning a revolt there is something for everyone. The author does an amazing job with these characters that you can’t help but be invested in their lives and their battles.
I can’t wait to see how this series continues.

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The Wandering Isles: A Crown of Stones Novella (Soulbound Journeys Book 1) by C.L. Schneider Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville #1)Truly Unfortunate by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Truly can’t remember her past, her life sucks currently. Is her past any worse or is it the cause of her current situation? GREAT BOOK!

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The Wandering Isles: A Crown of Stones Novella (Soulbound Journeys Book 1) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/54137627-the-wandering-isles” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Wandering Isles (The Crown of Stones)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1592397822l/54137627._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/54137627-the-wandering-isles”>The Wandering Isles</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7704723.C_L_Schneider”>C.L. Schneider</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5595656974″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Another great read from CL Schneider. An encompassing novella that continues from the Crown of Stone Serries, this novella can be read as a standalone; but flows well as a continuation to the series. Reading the series will explain a few of the intricacies, back story and older history of the many tribes and species we meet in this book. <br /><br /> Again, the author continues describing vividly as with their earlier books, and I found this one just as difficult to put down, I needed to know what happened. <br /><br />The continuing character development and world building keeps you hooked as Ian Troy sails for the Wandering Isles, and from there the magic and mystery continue.
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The Wandering Isles: A Crown of Stones Novella (Soulbound Journeys Book 1) by C.L. Schneider Review by Jasmin Slagle

The Wandering Isles (The Crown of Stones)The Wandering Isles by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have absolutely loved every book in this series, novellas included. Ian is in my top 5 favorite characters of all time. He’s freaking fantastic.

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Obedience: A Student Teacher Romantic Suspense (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle

ObedienceObedience by Liza Snow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cassandra and Chandler are great together, I love their chemistry. I am obsessed with this book and can’t wait for book 2.

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Truly Unfortunate (Welcome to Knollville Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Naomi McDonald

Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville #1)Truly Unfortunate by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a short, fun read. I found the characters interesting and the plot intriguing. The development of how you understand Truly in the beginning vs. the ending is a great journey.
There aren’t any graphic scenes in the story, but there are references to certain subjects that may be uncomfortable for some readers.
Overall, I found this a great little reading adventure.

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Cecily in the City (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 3) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Moriah Venable

Cecily in the CityCecily in the City by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cecily is starting her senior year of high school. With a pop star boyfriend, she has an opportunity to fly to New York to meet with a fashion designer. She started off wanting to be an actor but her career seems to be going in the direction of modeling.

I really enjoyed reading this. I haven’t read the other novels in the series but I wasn’t confused at all. I actually felt more invested because I knew Cecily had come a long way.

Cecily even wonders if Andrew’s world is something she can handle. She is excited to finally be in the same city as him as well as move her career along with the right connections, but she is aware how easy it is to be swept up in the Big City.

In a lot of novels the main characters keep secrets from each other but I like how Cecily and Andrew for the most part did communicate and eventually was able to repair damage that was done. The media and fans can start rumors and it illustrates how her relationship with Andrew suffered because of it. To me, I was able to feel her anxiety and uncertainty. Just all her emotions in general. She was a well written character and the plot just pulls you in.

Cecily also states in the beginning how she no longer feels the need to make herself anxious just to support a friend. When she gets invited to go rock climbing with her friends Allie and Lila, she declines a few times despite her friends trying to change her mind.

‘She stuck out her tongue out and said she’d text me if she survived. Normally, I’d go just to support a friend but I was at a place in my life where I realized I didn’t need to make myself anxious about climbing a big wall just to keep someone else happy. I’d spent so much time doing things other people wanted and now I realized I could save myself both anxiety and energy by listening to what felt right for me. I was slowly learning about boundaries’.

That passage really stayed with me. At 30, I am slowly learning about boundaries and not doing things to make other people happy.

The end of the novel kind of had a cliffhanger which makes me excited to see what happens next.

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Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 3) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Shelly Kittell

Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts, #3)Someone to Watch Over Me by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh, this was too sweet of a second-chance romance to miss. Angelo and Lucia grew up together and were childhood friends. There has always been a spark there. There have also always been obstacles to overcome for them both. A well-written story that allows us to follow them as this slow-burn romance develops into so much more. The characters are well-developed and so relatable. The story was a beautiful ending to a beautiful series by this author.

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The Passion Of 3 By Ariella Talix- Review by Kerry Carr

The Passion of 3The Passion of 3 by Ariella Talix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really moving read. It is a steamy MMF romance. The author does an amazing job with this story really describing the relationship between our 3 main characters in a way that makes it understandable. There is no denying the feelings and love that is between Grey,Caro and Nash. This is a story of second chance love, learning to forgive and move on and learning how to fight for what you want and who you want to be with.

Caro and Nash always had a great relationship and when Grey was added their relationship went from something really good to something amazing. When all 3 of them are together then complete each other. However, a misunderstanding, means Caro thinks Nash cheated on her so without even speaking to Nash and Grey she just leaves. This one misunderstanding leaves all 3 of them heartbroken and wondering what went wrong
Fast forward 10 years and Caro and Nash meet again. Their attraction and connection is still there and strong as ever and as they start another relationship they both realised that they are missing someone. Grey is their missing piece.

If they find him will he want them still? Can they get to him before its too late and he commits to someone else? Will they be able to make this relationship work this time now they are older and wiser?

You can’t help willing and cheering for them to work but the path to true love is never smooth and there will be some challenging times ahead for these 3 if they want their happy ever after.

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Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 3) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts, #3)Someone to Watch Over Me by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this romance story. This is still a newer author for me which I enjoy reading. Their writing style is such that it is written with a lot of heart and soul. I found this book to be well written and hard to put down. A story where the characters pull you into the story and have you coming back for more. I enjoyed watching their growth as well as their chemistry throughout the story. A story where it will take you on an emotional roller coaster ride at the same time connecting with them. This is a fast paced romance story that has much going on with this couple but the author did a great job of keeping the plot straight and engaging. I enjoyed what the characters added to the story as it made it entertaining to read. This is a great story that you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book

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Trapping the Butterfly (Butterflies Fly Free Series Book 1) by Debra Parmley – Review by Alison Risher

Trapping The Butterfly (Book One in the Butterflies Fly Free Series)Trapping The Butterfly by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Time swiftly got away from me while I was reading. I wasn’t ready to leave the characters yet! An orphan with an inheritance, left with unkind relatives. A handsome lawman. Seemingly chivalrous gangsters. Women who make poor choices. Unfortunately, all these types of people can be found in our everyday lives. I was so proud of the heroine for standing up for herself.

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Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 3) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Tonya Merritt

Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts, #3)Someone to Watch Over Me by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing story! Such a real life story full of heartache and pain. Some amazing spicy scenes that will leave you with longing. Debbie did an amazing job on this story. You’ll feel the pain and longing. Not gonna lie cried at the end.

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Walk Off (Ground Rule Book 1) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Tonya Merritt

Walk OffWalk Off by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There are quite a bit of sex scenes in the story, just a warning for those people who aren’t into that. I however loved the story and the scenes. To think about a man loving you so much he can’t ever keep his hands off you. Shew. The storyline is a great one too. Did Celia mess up everything by lying?

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Ways to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper – Review by Moriah Venable

Ways to Improve BaileyWays to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bailey finds herself on a date with Tanner thanks to her brother’s stupid list based on how she can improve herself.

When the date goes well and the two start spending more time together, Bailey wonders if maybe the list has some merit and thinks maybe it is time to start looking at her flaws that she has been avoiding looking too closely at.

The cover and synopsis caught my attention. I didn’t think I would enjoy it as much as I did but it was a very enjoyable and fun read. I should have known how much I would enjoy it from how it started.

“I really need to tell a lie right now. When I made that stupid promise to my stupid brother, Dayton, last week, I didn’t realize how hard it was going to be to tell the truth all the time.”

This alone hooked me. I’m excited to read more by this author.

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Huff… Puff… Grind! (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Stephanie Robb

Huff...Puff...Grind! The 3 Little Pigs Get Smart: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Huff…Puff…Grind! The 3 Little Pigs Get Smart: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this STEM retelling of the 3 little pigs. All of Lois’s stories bring a unique conversation adults can have with children when reading this book together. Her books are always accompanied by wonderful engaging images to reflect the story. Another great book from Lois.

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Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow – Review by Stephanie Robb

ObedienceObedience by Liza Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This intriguing forbidden age-gap romance will keep you curious and turning the pages from the first page to the last. I enjoyed the slow-burn bdsm nature of the relationship. The ending was certainly a cliff hanger and I will have to read book 2 in this new series.

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Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Stephanie Robb

Fireflies (The Physical Collection)Fireflies by A.R. Hadley
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This for me was a difficult read I found the relationship between Dane and Mike. It was hard to read a story about a man that wants to change the dynamic of his relationship and one that needed convincing. I found the physical altercations very aggressive and almost abusive between the characters. It was well-written and an interesting concept but the actual execution wasn’t for me.

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Living with Conviction: A True Crime Memoir by Toby Dorr – Review by Stephanie Robb

Living With Conviction: Unexpected Sisterhood, Healing, and Redemption in the Wake of Life-Altering ChoicesLiving With Conviction: Unexpected Sisterhood, Healing, and Redemption in the Wake of Life-Altering Choices by Toby Dorr
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This raw true crime memoir tells the remarkable story of Toby as her life changes forever after she helps a convicted murderer flee the Lansing Correctional Facility where she volunteers in the dog training program. The story follows Toby’s healing, redemption, and progress as she navigates life post her life-changing decision. This was well-written, immersive, and engaging. I could not put it down and had to know what happened next.

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Stalked by the Devil (To Kiss a Stalker Series) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Kerry Baker

Stalked by the DevilStalked by the Devil by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author certainly knows how to write a book that will grab your attention. This book is fact paced and edgy. It is the kind of book you have to read quickly because you n want to see how it will turn out. I loved the characters and the dynamic between them all. Each really added something to the story. Although i only discovered this author recently, I have really come to enjoy her work. This is a great book that is worth the read.

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Stalked by the Devil (To Kiss a Stalker Series) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Rayne East

Stalked by the Devil: BWWM Thriller (To Kiss a Stalker Series)Stalked by the Devil: BWWM Thriller by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Thrilling
All is not what it seems in this twisted story. Melody has so many things going on and add in a possible evil stalker, what’s a girl to do? I really enjoyed this story and was glued from start to finish. I have read a few books from this author and I enjoy the writing style. This book has romance, mystery, a billionaire and even a love triangle. Recommend.

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Earl of Griffith (Once Upon a Widow Book 6) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Rayne East

Earl of Griffith (Once Upon a Widow Book 6)Earl of Griffith by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars
Sweet romance
This romance set in the Regency era quickly captures your heart. The sixth book in the Once upon a Widow series weaves a tale of jaded hearts, secrets and second chances. It’s a ‘clean’ romance and had some snippets of characters from previous books but not as overlapping as other books. With multiple POVs and engaging storyline this is a worthy read. Recommend.

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Underneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren – Review by Rayne East

Underneath The WhiskeyUnderneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Confronting and raw
This is the first book I have read from this author and it was a pleasant surprise. The author’s writing is engaging and quickly grabs at your emotions. The storyline is not for the faint hearted as it is deals with real issues in a sensitive and realistic way. There were so many times that I felt my emotions peak as the characters faced some pretty confronting issues. With characters leading a double life and choices (and consequences) need to be addressed, this thought provoking story is not for everyone (*trigger warning) but is worthy a read.

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Heather Bass

Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)Hero Complex by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read a couple books from this author and she continues to be one of my favorites. I love small town romance and this author knows how to keep you hooked. This is the third book in the amazing bluestone series. You could read this as a stand alone but there are previous characters in this story as well. I was so excited to read this book that I started it right away. I could not put it down until the very end. I can’t wait to see who she will write about next.

Ivy would do anything to save her family’s ranch. She formed a plan to act like she was engaged to one of the workers, Ace. Ivy is attracted to Ace but there is something that he is not telling her. She starts to feel something for Ace but she doesn’t know if he feels the same. Will Ivy save her family’s ranch or will it be too late?

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Living with Conviction: A True Crime Memoir by Toby Dorr – Review by Rayne East

Living With Conviction: Unexpected Sisterhood, Healing, and Redemption in the Wake of Life-Altering ChoicesLiving With Conviction: Unexpected Sisterhood, Healing, and Redemption in the Wake of Life-Altering Choices by Toby Dorr
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Crime, self discovery and redemption
This was a deeply captivating read. Toby’s story just pulls you in and takes the reader on a journey inside the prison system and how she makes it out the other side. This is the first time I have ventured into this type of story and I’m so glad that I did. Glued from page one right til the end, I could not put this down. Amazingly insightful, well written and eye opening I highly recommend this book.

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What Do the Plants Say? (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jamie Burns

What Do the Plants Say by Lois Wickstrom is a wonderful book about Alex the Inventor. Alex is exploring plants and decides that she wants to learn more about them and the way they communicate. So, Alex invents a translator to speak to the plants. Alex finds out that the plants would love to have a party.

This is by far one of my favorite books by Lois because it reminds me of my dad. He loved to plant flowers and had hindered of them around our house. Each day as he cared for them and watered them, he would talk to them. He would say, “plants need someone to talk to them to help them grow.”

Stalked by the Devil (To Kiss a Stalker Series) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Stalked by the DevilStalked by the Devil by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

🌟🌟🌟🌟 4 Stars

I never hesitate to pick up any book from this author ever….and I really liked the suspense of this story and just when I had it all figured out…I did not have every piece. This story is fast paced and really draws you in.

What happens when one sister constantly meddles in her other sisters love life? That is what happens when Melody totally despises her sister, Sahara’s boyfriend Keith. Call it sister intuition of sorts, but Melody will do anything to prove to Sahara that her boyfriend is nothing but trouble. When a stalker comes into play for Sahara’s affections and lies upon lies are spun in many webs….Will Melody and Sahara be safe?

This is a well written romantic suspense that had me guessing. Highly Recommended if you love suspense, danger, lies, twists and turns!

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Stalked by the Devil (To Kiss a Stalker Series Book #2) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Angela Hayes

Stalked by the DevilStalked by the Devil by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

“Fear is the name of his game…”
Stalked By the Devil is the second book in the To Kiss A Stalker series by Stacy Deanne. This is a gripping story with intrigue, drama, mystery, BWWM, angst, obsession, stalking, tension, and danger.
This is the second book in the series, but it can be read as a standalone, but having said that, I am interested to see what might have happened in the first book, so. I will be going back to explore it and find out what it was all about.
The story was quite gripping and a little dark and intense at times, with a bit of a ‘mystery’ to unravel. I enjoyed to dramatic developments- and the tension that Stacy-Deanne injected into her story.
Looking forward to exploring more of Stacy Deanne’s books…

Thank you, Stacy-Deanne!

 

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