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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery Book 1) by Casey Cardel – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Better Gnomes & Gardens (Mysty Haven Mystery)Better Gnomes & Gardens by Casey Cardel
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I wasn’t sure what to expect with this story, but it did not disappoint! We meet Bob, who has moved to a new town for a job at the newspaper, but due to his first story about Bigfoot instead of Elvis impersonators, he loses his job. He ends up taking a job helping one of the towns people find his missing gnome. I found the story hilarious, because it’s clear that something is up with the citizens of Mysty Haven, but Bob doesn’t seem to know what the joke is. People will discuss supernatural things in front of him, but due to the fact they think he understands, and there is usually enough ambiguity that Bob doesn’t seem to understand what is going on, but the residents think he does. We get to meet all sorts of wacky and fun characters throughout the course of the story and we get enough information on them, which I am excited to see what happens next in the series! It was a quick and easy read, that I finished in one sitting and it’s definitely a must read for fantasy lovers who enjoy a mystery twist.

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Elemental Fire (The Hidden Realms Book 1) by EG Manetti – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Elemental Fire (The Hidden Realms #1)Elemental Fire by E.G. Manetti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! This story blew me away right from the start and I wasn’t able to put it down until I had finished the entire book. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started the book, but it definitely had so many elements placed in the story, but it didn’t feel overwhelming or rushed at all. I loved Sin and Rad’s relationship and how it progresses throughout the story. They both are willing to trust the other and we get to see the awesome things they accomplish when they work together. We have a steamy romance, nonstop action, intrigue, secrets, family drama, and fantasy all weaved together in a story that you won’t be able to put down! I love that this was book one and it did an amazing job of explaining the worlds and setting up future adventures for our characters. I am so excited to read the next book!

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Shadow and Crystal Thorns (Fae and Crystal Thorns Book 2) by Kay L. Moody – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Shadow and Crystal Thorns (Fae and Crystal Thorns, #2)Shadow and Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book 2 picks up right where book 1 left off and you are immediately pulled back into Faerie with Chloe and into the deadly adventure. We get to see Chloe and Quintus grow and develop as they fight together to save Faerie from the mortals bent on destroying the Fae. I loved the ebb and flow of the adventure mixed with the relationship building and found it the perfect mix. It was wonderful getting to see Chloe coming into her own and realizing that you don’t have to be a warrior to win wars. She ends up leading her small team of Quintus, Mishti, and Ludo to a plan to save Faerie. She even manages to get a very sweet giant pet dragon. This was a fantastic follow up to book 1 and I can’t wait for the third book to come out next year. If you love fantasy with a ton of adventure and heart, this is the series for you.

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Hate You Later (Lit Lovers Series Book 1) by Ciara Blume – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Hate You Later (Lit Lovers, #1)Hate You Later by Ciara Blume
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a cute rom-com! The main characters are doing an online Petfluencer challenge and they have been paired together, but they have no idea who the other person is, because part of the challenge is they can only communicate as the personality of their pet. While they are struggling to figure things out in the real world, their pet personalities are starting to wonder if a cat and dog can make things work. Georgia is a fantastic main character who takes no nonsense from anyone. She is tiny but fierce, the complete opposite of her sweet boxer mix Cookie. Hudson is her perfect match, a sexy Viking lookalike that gets her heart racing, despite knowing it’s his family that is creating barriers for her business to help support the animal shelter. Hudson is cat sitting Oliver, a very prissy white cat. Add in coffee witch best friend, a brilliant stepsister, and a loving brother, you have all of the hallmarks of a great romantic comedy, full of hilarious banter and misunderstandings. The characters are all fans of a podcast called Lit Lovers which is common theme throughout the book. I am so excited to see which character will be featured in the next series and I look forward to seeing Georgia, Cookie, Hudson, and Oliver in the next book!

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Ice Dance by Vik Azeem – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Ice DanceIce Dance by Vik Azeem
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was definitely not sure what to expect when I decided to read this book, but I am very happy I did! I thought the author did a great job of keeping the book grounded in reality, while also adding in fantasy piece in a way that felt realistic. I absolutely adored the relationship between Hassan and his niece Kassia, they had a cute relationship and their interactions were always fun, even when there was danger present. I thought that the relationships between all of the characters were well written and getting to see the character development in Hassan and Yasmine was awesome to see. The title of the book did confuse me initially, but after reading the story and getting to see the significance between Hassan and Yasmine, I thought it was a very sweet title. I definitely couldn’t put the book down and if you like fantasy, action, and a lot if humor, this is a great book!

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Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Operation PinpointOperation Pinpoint by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a quick, but very steamy, sci-fi adventure! I thought the author did a great job of balancing the relationship between Ravenna and Dravos while adding a sense of realism to the sci-fi piece. It was full of adventure and excitement, the story definitely drew me in from the start and I couldn’t put the book down. The story had plenty of twists, right up to the end, and definitely kept me guessing what would happen next. The author did a fabulous job of creating a whole new universe that was well thought out and planned. It looks like this is book 1 to a new series and I am excited to see how it turns out and where the characters go from here.

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Just One More Egg (Science Folktales Book 6) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Just One More Egg: A Science Folktale (Science Folktales)Just One More Egg: A Science Folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a cute story with some great illustrations that showed up well on a Kindle. Young kids of all ages will enjoy this sweet story about acceptance and not judging someone based on looks. The mama bird was so sweet to keep the baby cuckoo egg and not treat the baby any different, despite what her negative neighbor kept suggesting. The author did great job of explaining the science of how the cuckoo birds leave their eggs in other bird’s nests in a fun way for kids to understand. I definitely recommend this book for folks who want to help kids learn more about birds and compassion.

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Gathering of the Four (The Serrulata Saga Book 1) by A.E. Bennett – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Gathering of the Four (The Serrulata Saga #1)Gathering of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a very well written sci-fi novel set in post-apocalyptic times, which I just couldn’t put down. The author did an amazing job of creating an original world full of unique and complex characters. Even with the magical elements, the story had such elements of realism to it. I loved getting to see how Leora, Roland, Aurora, and Leopold all came together and seeing their character development. The story weaves through their past histories and their different secrets as they continue through their journey. It’s a fantastic story with plenty of action, magic, love, and drama. The first book does a great job of setting the stage for a great series! Definitely can’t wait to read the next book so I can see what happens next!

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We Blend (Falling for the Rockstar’s Daughter Book 1) by Willa Drew – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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WE Blend (Falling for the Rockstar's Daughter Series #1)WE Blend by Willa Drew
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such an amazing story; I loved reading it so much! Melodie/El and Wil had such great chemistry and dialogue and pacing was perfect. This book had so much emotion and feelings enveloped within it. It was fantastic to see how the characters were able to grow and develop throughout the story. I also loved the relationship between Melodie and Sven, her bodyguard, I definitely feel like Sven has more of a tale to be shared and so I am hoping we might get to learn even more about him in the following book. I loved all of the relationships that Wil created and was able to introduce El into and be a part of. We get to see as the Rockstar’s daughter, she isn’t really able to make friends and it was so sweet seeing her get to be a part of something special with everyone and feeling like she belonged. This was a fantastic story and I can’t wait to see more of them in the following book!

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Defying Ella (True Platinum Series Book 4) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Defying EllaDefying Ella by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had not read the first three books in the series, but the story was definitely great as a standalone. There was enough backstory on the other characters to not feel overwhelming or possibly repetitive if you had read them all, but just enough detail to know what was going on, but know that there was more to their stories. I absolutely adored Ella and Jared! I love my rom-coms, but so often I feel like they follow such a predictable pattern and everything is always wrapped up so neatly. This story absolutely kept me on my toes as to what was going to happen next and the author did a great job of showing two people who want to be together, but they are messy and it’s ok. I loved how real the dynamics felt between the two characters. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a great story with some very steamy scenes. I can’t wait to check out the other books and any future books in the series.

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Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Grave Digger Academy IIGrave Digger Academy II by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed getting to read the second book in this series and I am looking forward to reading the third book as well. I thought it did a great job in uncovering some of the mysteries that book 1 set up, while still leaving some mysteries for the third book to hopefully answer! At times, it did feel a bit rushed in parts, but I definitely enjoyed branching out to the other schools and meeting some other students as well. As always Makayla is a fantastic heroine, she is hard-working, but isn’t afraid to ask for help when she needs it, and has a ton of sass and attitude along with it. I loved her newest helper and thought character was extremely adorable and fit right in with her other two helpers. If you are a fan of paranormal YA books, this is definitely a series you don’t want to miss!

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Hairballs and Homicide (A Kitty Beret Café Mystery, Book 1) by Ruth J, Hartman – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had not read anything from this author previously, but I am excited to read the rest of this series and her other works. I thought this was a really cute rom-com, murder mystery, with a dash of good humor mixed into it. The main character, Ellie, is in her 20’s, so sometimes I had to remember that some of the things she did, was age appropriate. The author legit had me guessing whodunit right up until the very end. She had red herrings all over the place and they were convincing. I thought it was a very fun and cute book and I look forward to seeing how things pan out between Ellie and the very hot Detective Simon Dare, who seems to have the stamp of approval from her mischievous cat, Templeton.

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Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery, Book 2)Felines and Fatalities by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ellie is back again and this time she is trying to run a very lengthy cat show for rescue cats. Unfortunately one of the judges, who is an actual judge, turns up dead. Plus side, we get to see more interactions between Ellie and the hot Detective Simon Dare, although the relationship between Detective Dare and her kitty Templeton just continues to get cuter. Again the writer does an amazing job of mixing a murder mystery up into a cute rom-com with such adorable humor. Again, the author does a fantastic job of writing the supporting characters in such a way that I was kept guessing until the very end as to who was the murderer. I am excited to read the third installment in the series!

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From Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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From Brick & DarknessFrom Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I very much enjoyed this coming of age, YA, fantasy book with a dark twist and a side of murder. I enjoyed the characters and the relationships between them. I got a Harry Potter vibe from the 3 main characters, Baxter and his two friends Jason and Ashley. Baxter and Jason are best friends, who end up befriending Ashley who is the know it all at school and who they previously didn’t like. But when Baxter accepts the ring and unleashes his own Djinn, a type of genie, he is going to need some help in figuring it all out. I loved how all of the characters interacted with one another, and even though it was a fantasy book, the actions of the characters, felt natural and realistic. I really loved the relationship between Bax and his mom as well. The author did a great job with the character developments and how they matured and grew. Just as we think things are beginning to get wrapped up, the author throws another curve ball into the mix. This is a great novel for both teens and adults who enjoy fantasy with a dark twist.

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer's EggsDinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

These are such cute stories for kids! They are very easy to read so young children will be able to learn how to read them quickly and they will love them. The pictures are adorable, even on the Kindle format, which is very nice. The stories are about 2 dinosaur friends working together to solve 2 very different issues. In the first story, we have a volcano about to blow and Spike wants to give the volcano a necklace, while the other Conifer wants to run away! In the second story, there is a forest fire, but Conifer, has laid 3 eggs, and she only has 2 hands. Her friend Spike comes to help her, but he walks on 4 legs. They have to work together if they want to make it out safe!

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Unearthly Magik (Black Cauldron Detective Agency Book 1) by Matilda Reyes – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Unearthly MagikUnearthly Magik by Matilda Reyes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great first book in the Black Cauldron Detective Agency Series. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series as the first book was well written, but definitely set up several mysteries that I can’t wait to learn the secrets about. I loved the character of Ava and how she runs her detective agency business with her two best friends Nadia and Lucas. I love the relationship between the three of them and the dynamics of living together and working together. This was such a well written supernatural book and was fast paced and extremely engaging. I felt like the author did a great job with her descriptions and setting up the drama, suspense, and action, with a fun dash of humor and sass.

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Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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

I thought this was a really fun YA paranormal series beginning novel! I am definitely excited to read the rest of the stories and see how the series turns out. I thought the characters were a lot of fun and Makayla was a great heroine with a bit of an edge to her. She isn’t above breaking some rules and having fun, but she isn’t a mean girl and tries to be inclusive. The story sets up a couple of different mysteries that I am excited to hopefully see play out in the rest of the series. The book is a lighthearted read and covers an entire school year, so at times some of the timeline did feel a bit quick, but still easily followed. There was quite a bit of humor in a book about witches and Grave Diggers which made it all the more enjoyable to read. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series!

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the MindEuphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the Mind by Ryan M. Becker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Poetry isn’t usually my go to read, but I am so glad this title caught my eye. I am a sucker for anything Wonderland and this collection of poems did not disappoint. I put on my favorite songs, which included quite a few discographies from the Beatles, and just let the words fill my soul as the music washed over me. The author has a well-rounded musical and literary background, which was clear in the different poems. The poems were varied and each had a different feeling and vibe to them. Scattered throughout the book, we would then get the musings of the author about how he came to write and why he chose to write the poems in his collections. He is definitely an author I will be keeping an eye out for and this will be a collection that I know I will be reaching for in the future when I an looking for an escape and a new way to look at feelings.

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island Book 3) by R.S. Jonesee – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely adored this story! I hadn’t read the previous 2 stories, but I definitely plan to check them out. I was expecting the standard rom-com second love story line, but then the author threw a curve-ball with a fun fill mystery added in. I enjoyed how she shared the background of Marissa and Weston’s teenage romance and how things went sideways in smaller pieces, so it wasn’t all thrown at us all at once. The story was filled with humor, but when the main character owns a condom empire, the jokes pretty much write themselves. Throw in a few trips to a nudist colony a sassy parrot and you have the perfect mix for hilarity. I loved the story line and how the characters grow and come together. It’s definitely a great book to read if you are looking to escape reality for a bit and need some steamy romance, a ton of humor, a dash of mystery, and a happily ever after.

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Bake Happy (Bake Believe Series Book 3) by Cori Cooper – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Bake HappyBake Happy by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a sweet story and a wonderful way to end the series. I just love how the titles of chapters have the recipe at the end of them! I am excited to give some of them a try! I found the story to be humorous and charming between the struggles of Cat and Nate. It definitely had a Freaky Friday or Wish Upon a Star feel to it, and it was wonderful seeing how they had to solve the problem and put everything back to rights. The story is definitely full of feel good fun and a wonderful story for not only teens and preteens, but adults too!

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Stitch by Stitch by Marie-Therese Hernon – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Stitch by StitchStitch by Stitch by Marie-Thérèse Hernon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great debut cozy mystery. We get to meet Elizabeth Candew, a recently divorced mom of two who is struggling to figure out who she is after the divorce and make ends meet without having a job. She is invited to a Lady Lily Wear party by her neighbor where she makes the decision to buy into the “business” and become her own boss. Unfortunately her mentor is murdered before she can teach her how to sell $3,000 worth of clothing. Elizabeth finds herself trying to juggle solving the murder, raising her 2 children, dealing with the fallout from her affair and the resulting baby, her son’s struggles at school, her ex-husband’s lack of support, rudeness from her ex sister-in-law, and the detective who is working the case, who turns out to be the guy she loved and lost in high school. I appreciated that the author gave us a very realistic character that was flawed and had to work hard for any improvements in her life and herself. The story definitely had its ups and downs, but if you are looking for a fun mystery with a down to earth heroine, this is a great story!

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My Darling Rogue (A Wicked Rogues Romance Book 1) by April Moran – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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My Darling RogueMy Darling Rogue by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely adored this story! Was definitely a steamy historical romance novel that I would absolutely recommend to anyone who is a fan of this genre. I can’t wait to read the rest of her books and see where this series goes! The main characters were fantastic! I loved that Celia was fiery and stubborn, who was trying to create her own destiny and despite her terrible secret, she was still trying to live her life and find her true love. Gabe was such a hot character and I adored how passionate he was and sexy he could be. The two are absolutely drawn together and despite their initial fears, they eventually give into their passions. The passion between these characters is electric and their bedroom scenes are hot!

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Caged Fire (The Vigilant Book 1) by LM Preston – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Caged Fire (Vigilant, #1)Caged Fire by L.M. Preston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was definitely a fast paced, action packed adventure that had so many twists and turns, I couldn’t put the book down! EmVee was such a great heroine, who keeps working so hard despite all of the trauma and setbacks. She is struggling to understand the changes in herself ever since her attack and she has lost everyone she loves. She now has to work with her ex’s best friend to try and uncover the secrets she needs to get the answers to, while working through her feelings for him as well. This was a roller coaster of emotions and an amazing start to the series! I can’t wait to read the rest of the books!

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Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1) by Jessica Berg – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1)Murder Most Pemberley by Jessica Berg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The moment I saw Pemberley in the title I knew I had to read this book! I am always a bit nervous about adaptations, but this one knocks it out of the park! The story is about the descendants of the original characters and our main character Eliza, was named after our gal Elizabeth. Her father had moved to America years ago and now she is returning back to England for a family reunion filled with descendants from the rest of the sisters! I loved how she also brought in other familiar names from other Jane Austen stories, it just made the whole book feel like a fun and cozy friend! The characters are fun and he book is filled with all sorts of mysteries and danger for the heroine for uncover, all while trying to get along with her family, learn the British phrases, attempt to not annoy the local detective too much, and get to know the very hot guy she met on the plane, who also happens to be a guest at the mansion. Eliza has her hands full, but just like her namesake, she will be able to navigate it all with a great sense of humor! I am so excited to read the next books in the series and see what happens next!

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Princess of Prias by Courtney Davis – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Princess of PriasPrincess of Prias by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found this to be a fantastic sci-fi fantasy book that was action packed with just the right amount of romance in it. We have Elle, who thinks she is an orphan, who has always felt a disconnect with people on Earth and Locan, a warrior at odds with himself, because he has seen what happens when you lose control. Due to fate, or actually the Gods, they are brought together and have to learn to trust not only each other, but themselves if they want to survive the journey back to their home planet and save it. I felt the character descriptions and development was well rounded, I cared for the characters and wanted to see them succeed and I was worried when things got into tight spots for them. I was impressed at how the author was able to complete the story in one book without it feeling rushed or details were left out. The pacing was solid. The story definitely touched on some adult themes so not a story for children or younger teens. I definitely recommend it for a mature reader who wants to lose themselves in a fantastic story that is going to take them to another world!

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The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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The Vilification of Aqua Marine (Working Mask, #1)The Vilification of Aqua Marine by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had not read this author before so I was not sure what to expect when I decided to read this book, but I was not disappointed! I found it to be a fast paced entertaining story about a girl who is trying to be a hero and live up to her father’s hero legacy, but she is also dealing with her mom, who does love her, but is a well-known villain. She accidentally finds herself with a nemesis that she isn’t sure what to do with. The story line was packed with action, backstory, and plenty of twists and turns that I definitely did not see coming. The story was also quite humorous and had me laughing out loud. The characters were well developed and fun. Even the “villains” were people I would want to go get a drink and hang out with. I would totally want to have the poison checking gloves on though, just in case. I absolutely recommend this story and I can’t wait for the next book to come out!

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Paige and the Reluctant Artist by Darci Garcia – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Paige and the Reluctant ArtistPaige and the Reluctant Artist by Darci Garcia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was definitely drawn to this book since it takes place in Helena Montana and I was born and raised just an hour away. It was fun to see the writer’s depiction of Montana and the beauty of the state! We meet Paige a New Yorker who has worked hard to become a respected art curator for a top gallery. She is sent to Montana to meet Mark, a reluctant painter, who she wants to represent. From the moment they meet, the chemistry is electric between them. Mark finally agrees to do the paintings and Paige plans to stay in Montana with him on his horse rescue ranch until they are complete. Unfortunately, Paige has been burned romantically and so has Mark. They have to figure out if they can overcome their pasts to make their future together. I couldn’t put the book down and devoured it in one sitting. The characters are well written and multidimensional. The descriptive language really brings to life the beauty of Montana, the paintings, and the horses. My heart broke when we learned more about their pasts and their separate traumas. The author did an amazing job of pacing in the book and drew you into the story. Overall a very sweet and steamy romance story with some interesting twists. I haven’t read other stories by the author previously, but I will definitely be checking out her other works.

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One in A Billion (Pierce Brothers Book 3) by Belinda Williams – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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One In A Billion (Pierce Brothers, #3)One In A Billion by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Talk about a series of mix-ups and miscommunications in one book! In the third Pierce Brothers book, we meet Seth, a billionaire tech guy who just wants to be treated like everyone else. Unfortunately for him, his PA is quitting and most of the recent applications keep hitting on him. In walks Victoria and the admin mistakes her for the applicant coming to interview. Seth is immediately intrigued by her and wants to hire her. Unfortunately Victoria isn’t there for a job interview; she is a reporter trying to get an interview with him for her article. She is up for a promotion and if she doesn’t get it before her 30th birthday, she is quitting her job. She admits to him that she isn’t what he thinks and he has her wrong name, she gives him her nickname and last name and he is able to track her down and realizes she is a reported. Initially he is pretty upset, but can’t stop thinking about her. He offers her a job as a consultant and will give her the interview. Victoria isn’t about mixing business and pleasure, but spending so much time with Seth is making it hard. There are still a lot of miscommunications between the two of them which definitely added to the tension in the story. I thought how the characters reacted to the different situations was extremely realistic given the circumstances. It was a well written story and the characters were well developed. Another great Pierce story and we get further insight into all of the brothers, except the 4th brother, whose book I hope is coming soon!

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Spoilsport (Pierce Brothers Book 2) by Belinda Williams – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Spoilsport (Pierce Brothers, #2)Spoilsport by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the character of Nadia in the first book and getting to see her shine in her own book was fantastic. She is a hard working nurse who had a one night stand a year ago that had turned into multiple nights, with Luke. That is, until she saw a text and realized he was married. She immediately broke it off, despite his protests that they were separated. Unfortunately for Nadia, her best friend Chelsea is dating Tom, Luke’s younger brother. Add in her house that is slowing falling apart around her, and might be trying to murder her or at least steal her soul, Nadia is feeling stressed to the max. Luckily, Luke is a contractor who wants to work on her house and is willing to put in the extra time and effort to make it affordable for her. Nadia adores the plans he created with the ideas she gives him and agrees to let him work on her house. It was so great watching Nadia get to have her dream home while getting to know Luke better. Both characters had their flaws, but they were willing to admit them and work on them, eventually. These are characters that I would happily grab a beer with or have a competitive game night in. The story was well written and the pacing was fantastic! I am loving this series and I can’t wait to read more about the final 2 brothers and check out the rest of the author’s work!

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Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers Book 1) by Belinda Williams – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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Mr. Nice Guy (Pierce Brothers, #1)Mr. Nice Guy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story. We meet Chelsea, a really nice girl with a habit of dating bad boys or just plain bad guys. She is currently roommates with her older brother’s best friend Tom and they have been living together for quite a while, but don’t really hangout or spend a lot of time together. After Chelsea’s latest boyfriend has scammed her out of three grand, her best friend challenges her to date a nice guy and Tim volunteers to be her test subject, as friends. They agree to date for 1 week, so she can see how a nice guy treats a woman. During this time we get to see the attraction between them and how they start to really see each other and get to know one another. Chelsea and Tom have both secretly had crushes on the other at different points, but acting on it was never on the table. As the week continues we see how they begin to push each other to be better and strive for more, while still working through issues from their pasts. I thought the whole premise was so sweet and Tom is definitely a book boyfriend favorite. The characters had multiple dimensions and the story line was engaging and fun! I definitely can’t wait to read the rest of the series and see how things go with the other brothers.

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