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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by MPolicicchio

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My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss: A Venice Romance (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley

3 out of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley is a timeless tale of departed lovers searching for another. The setting for this story is the hauntingly, romantic floating city of Venice, which is as much a character in the story as Gianna and Sergio. Venice’s long history is full of memories and restless souls searching for what they lost.

Gianna Bellini lands her dream job of restoring and completing a fresco in Venice. From the moment Gianna steps off the airplane, she has a feeling of home. Gianna instinctively knows the twisting, windy streets of Venice despite this being her first time in the city. Through her experiences with the city and hearing the tales, Gianna starts to believe that she has been there before, just not in this lifetime.

Sergio Vitale, a handsome doctor, splits his time between his family home in Venice and his practice in Rome. With a little bit of magic, Sergio happens to be in the right spot at the right time to save Gianna from a tragic fall. Sergio and Gianna can’t deny that there is something there the moment they lock eyes. They explore a relationship as Gianna’s work on the fresco continues.

As Gianna nears completion of the fresco, will she discover her destiny with Sergio? Will the fates win in the end? Will the spirits of the past keep them apart? Only Venice and its silent canals know the truth.

Through the delicately told stories of the past, this story unfolded. Gianna never seemed to be able to shake the ghosts that led her through their stories to discover long hidden secrets. The story, like Gianna, took winding paths to get where it needed to go. With one or two exciting twists, this story ends the only way it could from Gianna and Sergio’s meeting in Chapter 2. It is a sweet tale but a tad disappointing.

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Nakyshia Leger

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amy McKinley has created an amazing series! Bound By Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 2) made my emotions go crazy! There was a little of everything: romance, action, even twists and turns that keep you guessing. I laughed a little, cried a little, and stopped breathing a time or two. There is history between Kayla and Jaxon, and their reunion in her time of need is not without some complications. They had to find ways to get to know one another again and Amy McKinley made it so lifelike. I love books like this one that are so easy to read and so hard to put down! I can not wait to read Book 3!

 

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance)Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This story is a combination of past and present merging together. It is full of rich history and ghost stories. While it’s not a story I favor by this author I am sure others would enjoy it. The characters are good and I did love that first scene of them (Gianna and Sergio) by the water fountain. It is very romantically hot.

Overall it’s a nice story but too enveloped in the past and history for me. This does have a little mystery in here though tha adds to the goodness.

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) by Amy McKinley

5-stars

Moonlit Kiss is a truly beautiful read, I love reading anything by this author and this one just may be one of my favorites! I read this book in one sitting as I was so captivated by this story from the beginning and I couldn’t bring myself to put it down.

This authors attention to detail is amazing, I was able to picture everything playing out in my mind so clearly which made it so enjoyable and entertaining. I loved everything about this storyline. It was intense, dramatic, touching, unexpected and truly romantic. I loved it all!

I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone! It’s a truly beautiful story you won’t want to miss out on!

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kayla Kearney

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops #1)Twisted Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The first book in the Deadly Isles Special Ops series, Amy McKinley’s Twisted Secrets has you unable to put the book down! Quite possibly the best book that I’ve read this year, this is the first book that I’ve read by the author, but it certainly won’t be the last!

Not your run-of-the-mill romance novel, the author does a great job of adding suspense, conflict, and depth to the plot and the characters, making it easy for the reader to feel a connection to the story and the characters themselves.

This book made my heart race in the intense moments, and a few tears were shed along the way as well. Amy does an amazing job of describing exactly what is happening, so that you feel as if you are in the same room as the character themselves, and every issue that they encounter, you encounter right along with them.

This book allowed me to escape my life for a while, one of the greatest gifts an author can have in their writing. I am so excited to binge read the rest of the series, as well as check out her other books!

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Sheri Schrader

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss: A Venice Romance by Amy McKinley is part of the Moonlit Destination Series. This can be read as a standalone and thoroughly enjoyed. I always enjoy a book by Amy McKinley because there is romance, suspense, intrigue, and more. This book did not let me down. I love and study art and have always dreamed of going to Venice and can relate to Gianna Bellini, the main character. She has landed a dream assignment working with a fresco but senses more to Venice than meets the eye. Opposite Gianna is Sergio Vitale, a native of Venice. Will the city of romance bring the two together? The two have to take on challenges in more than the romance department and find out if they can solve the issue with the fresco. I loved the descriptions of the city and the characters featured in the story. This book was a great excuse to stay out of the heat and read inside. I look forward to reading more from this author soon.

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Moonlit Mirage – A Cook Islands Romance (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley review by Tonya Poe

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Moonlit Mirage - A Cook Islands Romance (Moonlit Destination Series)Moonlit Mirage – A Cook Islands Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fantastic start to the series!!

Very captivating from the start. I love how this book is filled with romance and suspense. Amy McKinley did a great job keeping me guessing what was going to happen next to Nadia and Cade. Excited to read the rest of the series and get in on the Grey Ghost Series. I love how she has tied this book into her other series so I am on the edge of my seat needing to know what is going to happen next!

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tonya Poe

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance)Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


This book made me feel like I traveled to Venice!

Moonlit Kiss made me feel like I was right in the middle of Venice with Gianna and Sergio! The mystery behind the book kept me on the edge of my seat from the beginning of the book to the very last page.
Amazing book and I highly recommend.

Looking forward to reading more from the talented Amy McKinley.





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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kimberly Shirah

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first time reading this author and it will not be my last! Amy McKinley sucks you into a world of romance and suspense.

Kayla and Jaxon have always held feelings for one other, especially since sharing a night together years ago. Unfortunately, this night together is where it started to fall apart, since Jaxon was supposed to be with Kayla’s brother the night they were together. Kayla’s brother passes away that same night leaving Kayla feeling eternally guilty.

Flash-forward years later and Kayla and Jaxon reunite when Kayla returns home running away from an abusive relationship. Jaxon, always having feelings for Kayla, takes her in. Him being former military definitely helps protect her from her abusive ex.

This book was a great, fun, romantic read. The suspense kept me reading longer than I intended every time I started reading.

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Beneath the Surface (A Gray Ghost Novel, book 3) AUDIO BOOK by Amy McKinley – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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This is the third audiobook in this series that I have listened to and enjoyed.  I highly suggest listening to the entire series to help you get the feeling of this series but it is not necessary.   I enjoyed how the narrator brought the story to life with their tone of voice.  It kept me listening because I wanted to know what was going to happen next.   In this audio we get to listen to Hannah and Jack’s story. Their story is one of learning to trust and second chances. What will happen when Hannah is accused of being a traitor and will Jack be willing to risk it all to save her?  This was a great story to listen to on my way to work.  It was entertaining and the characters just popped.  I highly recommend this audiobook.

 

Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Colleen Noyes

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series and I do recommend reading book 1 first. This book focuses on Jaxson and Kayla. Kayla is on the run from an abusive relationship and the author does an incredible job of showing all the different emotions you may encounter with that history. She portrays the female MC as vulnerable but with incredible strength as you “watch” her. I love that the author portrayed Jaxson as a very strong MC, but one who was sensitive to what Kayla had been through. I felt it brought not only a realness to his character, but also made you feel the internal struggle. The relationship in this story encompassed so much that I found it incredibly hard to put the book down. The author has a unique way of weaving words so that you feel like you are watching this on tv and you feel everything. This is so far my favorite book in the series and I can not wait for book 3. When I choose a romantic suspense book, this is what I am looking for and the author did not disappoint.

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Colleen Noyes

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops #1)Twisted Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Twisted Secrets was everything I look for in a romantic suspense book. Xander seems to be what I consider a man’s man, strong, fierce, but gentle. Riley, while plagued with some issues is a strong female character. This story had romance, mystery, and unexpected twists. I loved that it kept me completely engaged from page one with the plot and storytelling. The book was a quick read, easily able to do in a single sitting. If you like a story with suspense, action, and mystery then you will enjoy this one.

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What is there NOT to love about this wonderful novel? I for one was able to jump right into this story that truly captures my heart.

First off I must say i am a lover of romantic suspense and this one went above and beyond I found and I loved the suspenseful moments for sure.

From the first bit of the story I wanted more. I wanted questions answers even though I knew it would be a bit of a wait for those to come to me. But that was the joy of the book, it kept me interested and I wanted to keep reading to find out more info!

I love the characters the story surfaced around. Kayla and Jaxon. These two to me at first could NOT be more alike. But as I read on its true, they were more alike than I actually saw at first. They both came with a past. And I will say it wasn’t always pretty. But their qualities that were alike as well as their differences made them who they are. From differences being cast aside to finding the very common ground they walk on they found a shared ground and a story being written between them that they never actually thought possible. I think to both of them it was shocking and beautiful at the same time,.

To me this story really was wonderful as it wasn’t just about love, not just about second chances, and not just about allowing yourself to feel something you put up walls to make sure you don’t. It also had the pure danger or not knowing can this love be safe? Will it protect me? Will our love be the downfall of us both?

This was on the line for Kayla and Jaxon pretty much at every turn. Wondering if they were safe from the danger or was it just the beginning?

This was a wonderful fast read for me. It didn’t keep me just interested, it made me give up my sleep to see what would would happen next. I live with no regrets!

This was my first time and I know for a fact in the future I will gladly re read this novel. Its a story I wont forget and I do truly want to revisit again soon!

Do yourself a favor and read this amazing book. I assure you on my heart you will not be disappointed.
Wonderful work Amy McKinley 🙂

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance)Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading this book, I am dying to return to Venice, just like Gianna. This book was a true romantic story of how past and present days collide. It made you believe, in not only true love, but second chances. As an artist myself, I truly enjoyed every aspect of this book from learning the history of the city, superstitions of the locals, and could just picture the gorgeous art that is about the city. I fell in love with these characters through Amy’s writing and felt that I was witnessing it all, like I was there. This was the first of her books that I read and cannot wait to go back and read ALL of her others!!

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, book 3) by Amy McKinley

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, book 3) by Amy McKinley
Genre – Romantic Suspense
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Malina Johansson is an analyst for the Navy SEALs and working with her high school crush, Tyler. He’s tempting as hell, but not relationship material. One night of drinking in Vegas is all it takes for her guard to drop, and to fall into his arms.
Back home and with her walls firmly in place to protect her heart, she avoids office encounters with Tyler. That is until she’s accused of treason. Now on the run, she turns to Tyler, the very man she knows can keep her safe, but that she’s swore never to trust again.
On the heels of a rescue and recovery mission, Navy SEAL Tyler Hale returns to Pearl Harbor only to learn that the woman he’s never been able to get out of his system is in trouble. With Malina accused of a crime and missing, he’ll do whatever it takes to clear her name and keep her by his side. But no one is innocent, and if he wants a chance at a future with the woman of his dreams, it’s time to lay everything on the table.
In a world where secrets are the currency, Ty drops a bomb from their night in Vegas, but Malina has one, too. With the truth revealed, the stakes change, and he’ll stop at nothing to save her.

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Caralee Loonat

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 2) by Amy McKinley
4 Stars!!!!

I really enjoy this author’s series. I have read many of her books and each one just keeps me glued to the page. I find the characters really are written well and there is a good mix of drama and romance. I also like how the author is able to entwine the characters back stories into the book and how it adds to the drama.

I really loved the chemistry between Jaxon and Kayla. I also love how she was able to come to terms with her brothers loss and how all came together. I love how the author is able to balance the romance and not make things predictable. I definitely will read more from this author in the future.
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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Katrina Evanochko

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a good Saturday read. The characters have history, and I liked learning about that history as the story progressed, rather than it being dumped on me. The only thing I wish was explored a bit more was Kayla and Jaxon talking through that history and gaining a bit more understanding of how they ended up where they are. There is absolutely some of that, but I’m nosy and wanted more info 😉

Kayla is a strong character. Yes, she makes mistakes, but doesn’t have to be hit over the head with it to make the right choice, and the reasons behind her choices mostly make sense. Jaxon is stubborn, patient, and understanding. I liked that he didn’t try to smother Kayla, even though her safety was at risk. He asked her to do certain things to stay safe, but didn’t treat her like a child. I didn’t guess who the villain was, which always makes me happy in a suspense novel.

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Katrina Evanochko

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops #1)Twisted Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I liked this book! I liked how even though Riley and Xander had an instant connection, they didn’t rush things. Riley was leaning towards breaking up with Charles, but took some time to decide, and communicated with Xander. Their relationship still ended up moving quickly, but they still tried to be friends first. I mystery was interesting, and while I guessed who the antagonist was, there were times I doubted myself!

I liked the 2 main characters. Riley has some obvious trauma in her past and is doing a good job of managing it until things started happening to her, and even then she did pretty well. Xander is the whole package! Sweet, hot, and protective without smothering. I want my own Xander 😉

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Barbara Stegall

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Barbara Stegall
I don’t normally read this type of romance but I have to say what a great change of pace. I enjoyed the instant connection. The little suspense throughout the book was an added benefit. This book is an enjoyable read. If only we all could find a love like these two share – the world would be a better place. Pick up the book and sit back to enjoy.

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance)Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley is part of the Moonlit Destination series. This book can be read as a standalone.

I don’t want to describe the book too much and give it away so I won’t say much. Gianna lands her dream job that lands her in Venice. It’s everything she thought it would be. The more time she spends there though, something feels off. In the meantime she meets Sergio and their relationship starts to grow. Not everything is always as it seems.

As with other Amy McKinley books there’s a bit of suspense in this one. I couldn’t put it down and had to find out more. Gianna and Sergio are great characters. The book was so well written I almost felt like I was in Venice myself. I definitely recommend!

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Shirley

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Moonlit Kiss : A Venice Romance (Moonlit Destination Series)Moonlit Kiss : A Venice Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are hired for your perfect job and you get to travel to Italy for the first time what more can a girl want, but when Gianna lands there is an eerie feeling that she has been there before things start to change.

Gianna is a conservator and when she gets the perfect job to restore a beautiful Italian painting she jumps at the chance especially when she gets to go to Italy for the time, so she hops onto the plane and lands in Italy. Although while she walking through the street of Venice she has a feeling that she has been her before but the only problem is she has never been to Italy or Venice in her lifetime.

Sergio sees her and has an instant attraction he needs to get to know this beautiful woman but there is a nagging feeling that the have already met but when and where as he would remember the meeting.

I love Amy McKinley books she can turn her hand to all sorts of genres and themes and this series does not disappoint. This book is well written and contains beautiful descriptions of Italy and Venice which you feel when reading are walking through those same streets and looking at the same buildings. This is a great love story with a great twist which have you entranced with the story and these two wonderful developed characters.

This story can be read as a stand alone but I would recommend this series and the other by this brilliant author writes, to be honest there hasn’t been book I have not loved.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tina Vega

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved Jaxon and Kayla’s story. I typically love the stories where there’s some unfinished business. If you didn’t read Twisted Secrets (Book 1 of this series), read it first. While the romance has its own storyline, one of the plotlines starts in the first book and continues in this one. I loved how the author made Jaxon to be a quiet kind of guy, but still a powerful force to be reckoned with. Without spoiling, I loved the way she presented Kayla’s brother as well. You will have to read to find out. The suspense is good, and the romance is great!!

Reviewed by @vegatina20

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Sara Oxton

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley a fantastic five-star read. This author has a way of sweeping you up into the story and washing you away with the story. This is a beautiful and descriptive story; it will take you away with it. It is part of the Venice Romance, and they can be read as stand-alone stories. Gianna and Sergio will envelop you in to the story, and I don’t want to tell you what the story is as I wont do it justice as the twists in this story will just keep you on your toes.

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Tina Vega

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops #1)Twisted Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It has been a while since I read romantic suspense. I actually felt a little jumpy after this read. I love the main characters in this story as well as the secondary characters. My heart bled for the heroine. I felt every emotion and smelled every scent she did. The author did a great job with the descriptions and atmosphere. I thought the way hero/heroine’s situation was a little different in this novel than other romance novels I had read. I enjoyed that change of pace. The plot is fast-moving and imaginative, well developed with twists. Great read!!

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Mirela Ruiz

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance)Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley was a captivating read. I loved the descriptive world and felt like I was right there with Gianna. I loved Italy and the mystery it held. Gianna and Sergio were super charismatic and I loved their romance. So much happens and the pacing is well done. I did not realize how much time had passed while reading.

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Jaclyn DeTullio

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance)Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a hauntingly beautiful story of timeless love! I’ve always wanted to visit Italy, and Amy McKinley wrote about it with the same dreamy quality I’ve envisioned it having. I adored that aspect of this story alone, but the web she wove with Sophia and Giovanni and Gianna and Sergio was exquisite. I enjoyed the buildup in the beginning of figuring out what was happening, and the beautiful story that followed. Such a great read!

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Vanessa Watts

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After falling in love with the first book how could I not chase the paths of Xander’s brothers. Though these are stand-alone books they do weave together the characters that you come to know and love through the series. This book made me laugh, cry, and get angry at some of the characters and if that isn’t the telling of a good book then I do not know what is.
Kayla returns to her hometown after a life-threatening experience with her abusive boyfriend, hoping to hide away for a while and letting things blow over. What she doesn’t expect is to see her past crush, one-time lover Jaxon. She is soon forced to face not only her feelings for the Ex-Navy Seal but also the past tragedy of losing her brother. With her ex closing in Kayla realizes her one haven is staying with Jaxon in his condo. That is until her ex shows up threatening her loved ones and bringing to light the secrets from the past that can’t stay buried. Can Jaxon save his relationship with Kayla when his secrets surface or will he lose her forever? This book has more twists and turns that a roller coaster and is designed to leave you on the edge of your seat. You may lose sleep while reading this book simply because you cannot put it down, it is just that good and worth the read.

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Vanessa Watts

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops #1)Twisted Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not put this book down, I read it in two hours from start to finish. As if the gorgeous Navy Seal Xander wasn’t enough to pull me in, you add in the real threat of danger and divine story line and I was sold from page one.
Xander must come to terms with a mission that seems to have more unnatural flaws that cannot be accounted for as well as becoming single after hoping to settle down with his girlfriend. He takes leave after being injured on his last mission and heads to his own personal paradise where fate seems to have ideas about his love life. In enters Riley who is dealing with her own romance problems and her stalker ex. Things seem to go from bad to worse when Riley starts encountering dangerous happenings at her apartment. At this point Xander becomes her white knight making her feel safe and protected. But is he able to protect her from the danger that lurks around every corner? Can Xander and Riley move past their current circumstances and build a future together? There are twists and turns around every corner making this a wonderful page turner and keeping the reader guessing on where the danger is coming from.

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Gail Guerrero

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Gail Guerrero

Five stars

Nothing like getting a dream job and finding love at the same time. Gianna gets to go to Italy and restore a century old painting. But finds out there are missing a panel. Life gets even better when she is saved by Sergio from falling into the canal. From there their romance grew as well as the mystery of the painting. I really like this story. It was the perfect blind of romance and mystery. I fell in love with Sergio and Gianna together. The vibes were on point. Definitely check out this series it is worth it. The author gives you everything you need to enjoy this book.

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance) (Moonlit Destination Series) by Amy McKinley – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Moonlit Kiss (A Venice Romance)Moonlit Kiss by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found myself unable to put this book down as I was hooked from page one by the romantic and suspenseful storyline. Set in Italy the author really bought the cobbled streets and waterways of Venice to life with her detailed and descriptive narrative, and I felt as though I was there with the main characters. Artist and conservator Gianna Bellini leaves on the first flight to Italy when she gets her dream job in Venice, to restore and complete a century old fresco painting. She develops a relationship with a native Venetian, Sergio Vitale after he rescues her when she trips at a cafe by a canal. Gianna asks Sergio for his help in discovering the unfinished design when she finds a panel of the fresco painting is missing.

The longer Gianna is in Venice the stronger the feelings of familiarity that she’s been experiencing become and she starts to believe that she has been to Venice before but not in her lifetime. When she starts having vivid dreams and hear’s haunting whispers she’s even more convinced that she has a connection to the floating city and to the mystery of the unfinished fresco. Sergio is determined to help Gianna uncover the mystery and wants to ensure that they have a future together. I loved Gianna and Sergio as they were both very likeable and relatable characters. The chemistry between the couple and how their relationship developed was very natural and realistic. The storyline had the right mix of romance and suspense and the plot kept me gripped from start to finish. Although part of a series ‘Moonlit Kiss’ can happily be read as a standalone story and I definitely recommend this engaging read.

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