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The Complete Echo Series: A Heartfelt Romance Collection (The Echo Series) by C.R. Alam – Review by Allyson Ware

The Complete Echo Series (Echo #1-4)The Complete Echo Series by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Echoing Hearts:

This novel has an interesting plot. I’ve never known people to invite others into their home to review it unless they are looking to sell. Kat does not want to sell, so it is peculiar to me that she wants someone to write about it. Other than that, Rae is a force to be reckoned with both professionally and personally.

Rae and Dean have this connection that is undeniable from the moment they meet. You can feel every bit of emotion from the authors writing. If you are looking for a great romance novel, this is it. I cannot wait to read the sequel!

His Forever Muse:

Where do I start? This novel is just as good as the first! The author does such an amazing job of bringing these characters to life. Brandon and Callie are best friends that lost connection and are brought together by fate. The lack of judgement that Brandon has toward Callie is outstanding and I believe he should be the standard for all men to look up to. He is not perfect by any means, but I absolutely love his character.

I cannot wait for the next book in the series. The writing is phenomenal and so easy to sink your teeth into. If the characters and plot are anything like the first two novels, then it will take me no time to read the third. Highly recommend! Super cozy novel with some action and suspense tied in.

Unexpected Entanglement:

This author knows how to create amazing, relatable characters. Even though Chris Sullens is a famous entrepreneur, he can talk to and relate to a small hometown community. From the main characters to the smallest of characters, the author puts an immense amount of personality into each of them as if you have known them for multiple series. In this case we have known Chris, but not to the extent in which we now know him in this novel.

This book is a tale of two love birds that struggle to express their opinions to each other but wear their hearts on their sleeves. The story of Rowan and Chris pulls at my heart strings and I was rooting for them every step of the way. Frustration, anger, lust, and happiness are all emotions that play major roles in this novel and I highly recommend you pick it up! There is a small amount of love scenes in this book which I appreciate because I do not enjoy complete erotica novels. It is easy enough to skip over those scenes as well. I sincerely cannot get enough of this author!

Dangerous Rhythm:

This author hits a sweet spot for me every time I read one of their novels. Each one of the Echo Series books can be read as a stand alone because there is not much information that you need to catch on to the current book. That being said, I absolutely think it is worth it to go back and read the others if this is the first one you plan on reading!

I loved Curtis and Lina. They fit together like PB&J even though Lina tried her hardest to stay away from Curtis. I also love the tidbits of information about the Chinese culture. If you like a good romance intertwined with some suspense, this is the book for you. I cannot recommend this author enough.

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Managing Mischief (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Allyson Ware

Managing Mischief (Shattered Embrace #2)Managing Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Watching Ashton and Zachary’s relationship flourish is fun and realistic. Realistic is not an adjective I often use to describe book characters, but I believe it is an accurate word in their situation. We FINALLY get some back story on Zachary. There is a lot of learning in this novel, more about the BDSM community of course. But we also learn a lot about Zachary and his family.

I refuse to give away spoilers, so you will have to find out for yourself by reading it. I cannot wait to read more by this author!

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Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Allyson Ware

Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace #1)Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow. I am thoroughly impressed by this book. The complexity of Zachary and Ashton’s relationship is intriguing and mature. This novel contains an immense amount of information about the BDSM lifestyle. Also, the amount of respect shown for those who enjoy certain things but not others, the consent, and the way the information is presented is impressive.

Honestly, I have nothing bad to say about this book except that it ended too soon!

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Fuller Sight by John Stone – Review by Allyson Ware

Fuller SightFuller Sight by John Stone
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really quite enjoyed this book. I felt it was well written and the characters were well developed. It is not a standard novel that I would pick up, but I am glad I did. The only part I did not enjoy was the descriptions of all of the main characters past lives. I was overwhelmed and confused with all of that information and I feel that it did not add much to the story.

Overall, I would recommend this book to those who enjoy philosophical mysteries. It is not a long book and the storyline moves quickly. Definitely a fascinating, self reflective read.

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Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm – Review by Allyson Ware

Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago, #1)Deceptively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The first thing I would like to say about this book is that it needs a trigger warning. There are discussions of unwanted assault that I believe needs addressed for all readers.

Other than that, the book is interesting. The characters are easy to understand and they obviously care deeply for each other. It is repeated multiple times throughout the book that they are each others first and only love. Quite tedious, actually, hearing it over and over again. It is also a little frustrating watching Harper and Gabriel go back and forth being irritated with each other. The author stimulated my emotions, so obviously they struck a cord when I read this book. I just do not know that the book is for me.

Overall, I would recommend this book to romance lovers. Perhaps this just is not the romance book for me. There are multiple scenes that are not for young adult readers. I do hope this author continues to write other novels because I enjoyed the writing style, I just hope for a less tedious plot.

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Resisting Nature (Powder River Pack Series) by Brooke May – Review by Allyson Ware

Resisting NatureResisting Nature by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was very well written. My only complaint is how short it is. I wish there was more time to get to know the characters. The plot was easy to follow, but again just flew by. Overall, it was a great and easy read I just wanted more substance. It is also nice that it can be read as a stand alone.

I do have to say though, the epilogue hit me in the feels. Both Miles and Alexa obviously have their own communication issues that they need to work through together, but ultimately they found their way to each other and are growing in their relationship. I definitely recommend if you are looking for a quick, easy fantasy romance read!

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Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls Series Book 3) by Rob Samborn – Review by Allyson Ware

Master of the Abyss (Painted Souls, #3)Master of the Abyss by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was well written. I definitely believe that you need to read the others in this series in order to fully understand what is happening and develop a true connection with the characters. One thing I found was my interest waning as the book went on. I just found myself trying to skip ahead.

However, the characters were well developed and so was the world. While I zoned out in some parts, others were great and held my attention. Overall, I would recommend this series; just make sure you read the others prior to reading this one!

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Wicked Ends: A Dark College Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Series, Book 8 ) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Allyson Ware

Wicked Ends (Hidden Valley Elite #8)Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am so happy, yet so sad that this series is over. I do have to say, the author tied the ending up in two perfect bows with the epilogues (yes, you read that correctly). In this novel, we finally figure out what happened with Shane and Tracey’s breakup. We also find out who kidnapped Winter and why. We ALSO find out the truth behind Winter’s sister drowning in the lake.

Like I said, this book tied up all of the loose ends and did not leave me with questions like most of the previous books in this series. However, one question I do have is: when is this author going to write more novels? Because I am absolutely obsessed and need more from this author!!

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

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

This author hits a sweet spot for me every time I read one of their novels. Each one of the Echo Series books can be read as a stand alone because there is not much information that you need to catch on to the current book. That being said, I absolutely think it is worth it to go back and read the others if this is the first one you plan on reading!

I loved Curtis and Lina. They fit together like PB&J even though Lina tried her hardest to stay away from Curtis. I also love the tidbits of information about the Chinese culture. If you like a good romance intertwined with some suspense, this is the book for you. I cannot recommend this author enough.

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Bad at Being Good (An MM Brother’s Best Friend Romance) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Allyson Ware

Bad at Being GoodBad at Being Good by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so good! I love a good trigger warning. I am not a big fan of the MM expletives, but I am not a fan of MF expletives either and I am married to a man. BUT, I cannot fault the author for that because the storyline and even the expletives are incredibly well written.

This book hit me in the feels. Benji and Milo are two amazing characters with an immense amount of personality. They both have been through a lot dealing with the loss of Kellan and their parents not being the best. However, I love a good happy ending. I cannot recommend this novel enough. I may have found one of my new favorite authors!

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Mission Target (Jake Wolfe Thrillers Book 7) by Mark Nolan – Review by Allyson Ware

Mission Target (Jake Wolfe, # 7)Mission Target by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fun read. I have never read one of the Jake Wolfe novels before, so this can be read as a stand alone. I really enjoyed Jake and Cody’s characters. The only reason for four stars instead of five is because I felt like there was a lot of filler that could have been left out. I found myself trying to skip ahead to get back to the main plot.

Overall, I enjoyed the book, the characters, and the world that they live in. I love a good happy ending, and I truly feel like this book deserved the ending it got. I highly recommend for any crime or thriller junkies!

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Lottery of Secrets by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Allyson Ware

Lottery of SecretsLottery of Secrets by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow. This novel had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning. Poor Lynn, beaten and abused by her husband, Jimmy. Not only does she have a rough home life, but she is also dying from cancer when she wins the lottery. I do not want to give away any spoilers, so I will just say that this book did not disappoint when it came to the shock and surprise of the plot.

I may have found one of my new favorite authors for the thriller genre. This was a relatively fast read and I cannot wait to get my hands on part 2!

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The Catford Catastrophe Zone by Petra Jacob – Review by Allyson Ware

The Catford Catastrophe ZoneThe Catford Catastrophe Zone by Petra Jacob
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is so good! Once again a wonderful dystopian novel. The only issue I had while reading was the different POV’s. They were not separated very clearly, so I had to re-read in order to figure out which character was narrating.

However, the characters were amazing and well detailed. I was frustrated with Frankie all the way up to the very end. I have to say Zac or the twins were my favorite characters. I know, they are on opposite ends of the spectrum, but they have their individual quirks that I love.

Overall I would highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves a good dystopian read. This is on a different level and includes my next favorite genre as well, which is Sci-Fi. A very fun and unique read for anyone looking for something different and quick!

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Allyson Ware

The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book started off hilarious. I loved knowing everything that Fenimore (Fenny or Simon if you prefer) is thinking down to his most intimate or silly thoughts. It really gives the reader a better idea of the main character, which is always great. The one thing I have to say about so much detail though, is that I wish the non important information was left out. There is so much detail that I felt like I had to weed through what information I needed for the plot and what information I did not need.

I also feel like with so much information, it could have been separated into smaller chapters. There was also confusion when the author used the first and last name interchangeably. When they were talking about Monty Parker, but instead of saying Monty, Parker was used to reference the character, I had to go back and re-read multiple times.

HOWEVER, this book has everything. It is historical fiction, mixed with LGBTQ+ romance, along with a mystery/thriller. I highly recommend to anyone looking to find a new, different book. I loved the characters, especially Simon and Monty. They are great characters with amazing personalities. Even though they are part of a gang, they are so kind and gentle as you get to know them. You will not regret picking this book up.

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Rise of the Y (The Y Chronicles Book 1) by Angela D. Shelton – Review by Allyson Ware

Rise of the YRise of the Y by Angela D. Shelton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I cannot ever get enough of dystopian novels. YA dystopian novels always seem to have the best storyline, too. This book has a very similar feeling to Divergent or the Hunger Games, but it absolutely has its own plot and storyline which I loved. You get to know Lexi, part of the white administrative section who takes her placement test with the green garden section in mind. Her plans do not work out and she ends up in the brown trash separator section. I know, but trust me, there is never a dull moment in this book.

Reeves is the man she is assigned to marry. He seems to take his vows seriously and supports her through thick and thicker. I do not blame Lexi for wanting nothing to do with the person they assign you to, but I do not know that she would have been able to find a more perfect match for herself if she tried. She just needs to get past her stubbornness and realize it!

Also, I had goosebumps and chills galore while they were caring for Janie. All of these characters have such a personality that it is difficult not to form opinions about each one. I am not one to spoil the end of the novel, but I promise you will not be disappointed. I cannot wait to read the next in the series!

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Wicked Games (Hidden Valley Elite Book 7) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Allyson Ware

Wicked Games (Hidden Valley Elite #7)Wicked Games by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series is one of my all time favorite romance reads. Winter and Shane are both very well developed characters. I have been waiting and waiting to find out about Shane from the beginning of this series. He is this mysterious character playing a background role that finally has the spotlight in this novel. Between him and Winter, this book gives me enemies to lovers vibes.

I honestly have to say that this has been my favorite so far in the Hidden Valley Elite Series. It is not my favorite because it is one of the longest in the series, but I do give the author credit for expounding on this storyline. And yet, I am still dying for more. Shane is accused of many things, but I do not believe for one second that he had anything to do with Winter’s sudden problem. Once again, the cliffhanger is going to be the end of me! I cannot wait for the next book!!

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Lies That Bind (Logan McKenna Series Book 6) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Allyson Ware

Lies That Bind: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 6 (Logan McKenna Series)Lies That Bind: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 6 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book can absolutely be read as a stand alone, but I can tell you right now that I am going to be going back through this authors other novels so I can read more about Logan and her adventures! I am dying to know more about this family tree and the intricacies of each personality.

This author puts amazing detail into the characters. They are easily relatable and you feel as if you have known them for a lifetime. The plot just adds to the characters. The action leaves you on the edge of your seat throughout the entire novel. Everyone is pointing their fingers at Wade, but is he really the one at blame? He does disappear as soon as his bond is posted, so there must be some sort of guilt eating at him. I guess you will just have to read to find out! I’m so glad I did.

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No Amends by Angela Lam – Review by Allyson Ware

No AmendsNo Amends by Angela Lam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you enjoy a suspense filled novel, this is for you! The author had me on the edge of my seat from the first chapter! You follow the story of Dee and Tang. Both characters are very well developed. Tang is interesting because she is overcome with the affection she receives from Dee. Layla just did not provide the affection that Tang was looking for.

This book would be great for anyone interested in psychology. I imagine Tang would meet the DSM criteria for Reactive Attachment Disorder. The plot is also interesting to follow; very intense. I loved every second of this novel and I look forward to reading other books by this author! This novel is also LGBTQ+ friendly!

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Cruel Love (Hidden Valley Elite Book 6) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Allyson Ware

Cruel Love: A College Sports Romance (Hidden Valley Elite #6)Cruel Love: A College Sports Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series is going to be the end of me. Once again, an amazing masterpiece by this author. The characters are amazing and well developed in such a short novel. The cliff hanger that we were left on in the previous book picks up and does not disappoint. Phoenix and Aspen are in an accident. Luckily both, including the little one are okay. Phoenix has damage to his brain which leaves him unable to remember Aspen.

Once again, this novel ends on a cliff hanger. I do not want to get into too much detail and ruin the book for you. Just pick up the series. I promise you will finish them in no time and be dying to read the next one like I am.

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Killer Smile by Allan Evans – Review by Allyson Ware

Killer SmileKiller Smile by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another great episode of crime TV! This author truly knows what they are talking about when it comes to crime. Just like Killer Blonde, these killers are very stereotypical. Cade is a great detective, and the author does a great job depicting his personality in this novel. I love how developed the characters are and that the author does not cut corners when it comes to the plot and the characters. I cannot get past the predictableness of the novel, which is why I rated it four stars rather than five.

Also, I want to talk about Reynolds. She is a great character, but Cade had to have known better than canoodle with a news reporter. I am glad that Cade found a new person that will hopefully treat him the way he deserves to be treated. Overall this book is so good and if you love a good crime novel then this series is for you!

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Allyson Ware

Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you enjoy crime shows, this book is for you. Reading this book was synonymous with watching a crime TV show. I was not necessarily surprised by any of the actions of the plot/characters. Both were very well developed, just predictable. It also stereotypes both serial killers and detectives/police officers.

Overall I definitely enjoyed the book. The author is a fantastic writer and reels you in from the first sentence. Even though it was predictable, I cannot wait to dive into the next book in this series to find out what comes next for this detective!

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Cruel Hate (Hidden Valley Elite Book 5) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Allyson Ware

Cruel Hate: A College Sports Romance (Hidden Valley Elite #5)Cruel Hate: A College Sports Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

AHHHHH! This author is killing me with these cliff hangers. The tension between Aspen and Phoenix is off of the charts. Aspen does not feel like Phoenix is there for her, but being able to be in Phoenix’s head at the same time is an advantage but also frustrating. Shouting into the book at each character, surprisingly, does not help them understand.

I will never stop reading this series. I absolutely love them and I strongly feel that anyone else would love them too. They are relatively short, fast reads. But they are filled with so much drama, character building, and romance! You will not regret picking up this series.

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Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Allyson Ware

Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend's Older Sister Forbidden Romance (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2)Reticent Hawke: A Billionaire Reverse Age Gap Best Friend’s Older Sister Forbidden Romance by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I cannot get enough of this series and author. In this book we get to understand Jude and Angelina on a more intimate level. Jude is the reticent Hawke. You learn about his childhood, his foster fathers, and why he struggles in his everyday life.

Angelina is beyond kind hearted and cares for Jude and has since she met him when he was 10 years old. Jude fell in love with Angelina as soon as he laid eyes on her. I cannot get enough of them. I am excited for more of the Hawke family drama. There is a little intimacy but not too much. Highly recommend to any romance reader.

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Allyson Ware

Ruthless Hawke: (A Second Generation Hawke Family Novel)Ruthless Hawke: by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So, we have a story about “Nolan” and “Jack”. We understand from the prequel that these two find each other and do not divulge their real names. Well, when Jack is thrown back into his life, they have to sort out one thing that she is unable to deny.. that they have a daughter together, who is named Viviana. Nolan is really Isaac, and Jack is really Giacomina. I know, all very confusing. But not really if you have read the prequel.

Let’s get into the juicy details. These two spent years apart, thinking about each other nonstop. When Isaac is thrown into being a dad, the first time Vivi called Isaac, “daddy”, brought tears to my eyes. Their immediate connection is amazing and what every dad should aspire to be. Minus the ruthless threatening and harassing he partakes in with his competitors.

This novel has amazing characters, great world building, and is steamy. There is an actual storyline, so it is not all smut. I work in a courtroom myself, so the fact that the author knows and understands how attorneys work instead of making it up is awesome. I highly recommend to any romance novel reader out there. I definitely anticipate reading Gabe’s story next, but we will see what the next book has in store! I cannot wait to dive into it!

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Oathbreakers Anonymous by Scott Warren – Review by Allyson Ware

Oathbreakers AnonymousOathbreakers Anonymous by Scott Warren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I truly did not believe I would enjoy this book. I am so glad I gave it a chance. Never judge a book by its cover.. I should have taken heed to my own advice. I will always read the synopsis before buying a book from now on. I gave this book four stars is because I struggled to follow along in the beginning. I got about 40% of the way through before I was invested.

The plot, the characters, everything about this novel was entertaining. I highly recommend to any fantasy lovers looking for a new read!

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Allyson Ware

Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite #4.5)Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

THIS AUTHOR IS KILLING ME WITH THE CLIFF HANGERS. That being said, I cannot say enough how much I love this series. It is not necessary to read the other books prior to reading this one, because it can stand alone (minus the next two in the “Cruel” series), but it is easier to understand if you have read the others because then you will be familiar with the characters.

This novel takes a twist from the others because Aspen ends up pregnant. You follow Aspen through high school, boy crush, and ultimately hormones from becoming pregnant. You also follow Phoenix, who wants to focus on football and has no idea how to be a father. I highly recommend this novel and the rest of the series. I cannot get enough of this author. An easy, fast read that will leave you wanting more and more.

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The Master of Demise by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Allyson Ware

The Master of DemiseThe Master of Demise by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I quite enjoyed this novel, even if it was predictable. I was reeled in from the start. The preface was eye opening and drew me in immediately. The interchange between characters was entertaining and well written. The main character was not likable in the slightest. I did feel bad for him but he was so lousy that it was sometimes hard to find the sympathy.

This is a very quick read. It took me a few short hours from start to finish. I do recommend for anyone looking for a well written mystery novel. I wish there was more to the plot or more detail to the characters, which is the reason for four stars rather than five. However, overall I do recommend!

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Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite Book 4) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Allyson Ware

Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite #4)Brutal Nights by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Damon and Sky’s drama continues.. you definitely need to at the very least read Brutal Days prior to reading Brutal Nights because Brutal Days ends on a cliff hanger that is continued into Brutal Nights. The drama does not cease in this novel. The love that Sky holds for her best friend (or ex-best friend) is amazing, even through the thick of the argument they are in.

I cannot recommend this series enough to anyone who is a fan of romance that has an actual plot line. These are also very short, easy reads. They take me an hour or two maximum for each novel. So you end up with a great book series that helps you reach your reading goal for the year more quickly!

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Living with Conviction: A True Crime Memoir by Toby Dorr – Review by Allyson Ware

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

I truly struggled with this novel. It was incredibly well written, which is why I have given it 4 stars. The missing star is because as a victim advocate in the criminal justice system, I see individuals play victim all too often. I can see that she was lonely and this inmate provided her with the attention she was craving. However, she spent a significant amount of time planning with him prior to the actual escape. She had to have known that there were going to be consequences for her actions. Maybe she could not see past the attention to think about the consequences.

Overall, I truly enjoyed this book. The author did a great job with the timeline and giving her honest thoughts throughout the process. The criminal justice process IS frustrating and confusing. It moves quickly and when you are stuck in trauma like she was, she needed someone to stop and explain it to her. I have never read a memoir before, but I believe I may have found a new favorite genre!

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

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

Dystopian novels are my favorite. I feel like there are not enough of the genre out there, but let me tell you, this is a great one. The author knows how to create amazing characters, a world that you can easily place yourself into, and a plot that flows seamlessly. I started this novel absolutely despising Juliana, but by the end I wanted to be her best friend. She starts out stuck up (as you would expect from a high caste) and she is put in her place by becoming a white star. I truly feel that she realizes by the end that she is supposed to be a moon.

The only bad thing I have to say about this novel is that it can be a little dense in parts, but that is because the author is creating this amazing world with explicit detail that cannot be missed. In my eyes, that does not deserve one less star; I cannot fault an author for detail. I also love that the storylines fall together by the end of this book. May is one of my favorite characters because she is an old lady that wants to help everyone she can. She ends up saving Anthony’s life, but I will not go into detail about that. You will just have to read and find out for yourself. I cannot wait to dive into the next in this series because I just cannot get enough!

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