Hansel & Gretel: Down the Rabbit Hole is a collection of stories from 7 talented authors who each weave their own story using the classic fairytale “Hansel & Gretel” as their inspiration. There is so much to keep you entertained in this anthology- not only being based on a favourite classic- the authors also give us so much more to enjoy: everything from fantasy, magic, different realms, romance, spice, paranormal, post-apocalyptic, dystopian, and some creepy scary stuff- just to keep things interesting. Each story is quite individual to the author, having their own unique take on the theme, so there is definitely something here to suit everyone. Seven stories in one- that’s great value and several hours of entertaining reading in one convenient package. The stories and authors are:
– The Witch in the Woods By: Amy Allen – The Surface By: CeeCee Elaine – The Sweetest Day By: Debra Parmley – Hazel & Gretchen By: Erin Lee – The Reaper Within By: Jess Bagnall – Shadows that Move By: Lorah Jaiyn – The Dragon and the Phoenix By: Rachel Pudsey
If you love the classic “Hansel & Gretel” and enjoy a variety of genres, some really well written stories with interesting plots, and intriguing characters- then this is definitely an anthology you will want to explore!!
Hit and Run by Diane Hester is definitely my favourite story of hers, so far. It is another complex and well-woven thrilling suspense. This gripping story twists and turns so much- it really kept me guessing, running various scenarios through my mind, and wondering how it would all play out in the end. Every time I thought I had it nailed down, Ms. Hester threw in a twist or two and sent me off kilter again. Raina Wilkins life has never been the same since tragedy struck ten years earlier. But, now her life is about to take a deadly turn. While driving home one night, Raina hits a man who ran out of the woods directly in front of her car. And if that’s not bad enough- she is then held at gun point and told to drive. What happens from this point on makes for a thrilling tale of abduction, conspiracy, murder, and mystery. Looking forward to more from Ms. Hester…
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Forgotten Promise is the second book in the Forgotten Trilogyby Virginia Wine. This continues Bryer and Nathan’s story from book one, so I highly recommend reading the first book before starting on this one. Just when things seem to be going great and the future looks bright- the past comes back with a vengeance and will test their relationship like nothing before. With all the obstacles they’ve managed to overcome- this may just break them! Again, as with the first book, I had some trouble connecting with the characters and their story. The frustrated me so much. I really wanted to shake them both! Cash is a real piece of work- a major POS!!! And we are left with another cliffhanger, with more details and developments to be revealed in the next book. I am interested to see how everything will come together in the end. Wonder what Forgotten Chance (Book 3) has in store for us….
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Designing Love is the first book in The Calderone Family Romance seriesby Victoria Grant. This is my first read from Ms. Grant, and as I have been known to do- I jumped on board the series part way through. Luckily this book, and series, can be read as standalones. I discovered a sassy contemporary romantic comedy with enough drama, banter, and antics to keep me entertained. The characters are realistic and believable- they are fully developed with their own unique personalities, quirks and flaws. Caroline drove me crazy with her temper, somewhat aggressive assertiveness, and argumentative manner. I found it a little hard to connect with her because of my frustrations. But the story was well written, and I liked Charles, so those things kind of balanced the experience for me. I am curious about the other characters who are a part of this series- and will probably go back to read the other two books so I can familiarize myself with them and their stories. So, if you like strong sassy female leads, drama, power struggles, and romantic comedy- then you will want to add ‘Designing Love’ to your library. Happy Reading!
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“I don’t want to work for anyone. I’m through with it. I’ve seen the official obligations of working for the government, and the path you must navigate when working as an organization like Purgatory. I’m tired of it. Nothing moves, the bad guys are still roaming the streets, and we face the same issues over and over again. I can’t stay without doing anything, and I’ve run out of patience for official channels. I’m going to explore less official ones.”
Night Justice is the first instalment in a stellar new series by India Kells. Ms Kells is one of my favourite authors, and I can always count on her to deliver an enthralling read. The premise of this story grabbed me right from the get-go. The whole vigilante justice angle mixed with plenty of action, an investigative reporter, danger, the underworld, and a new deadly drug- what’s not to love. Right? This book/series is a bit of spin-off from the Purgatory series- with characters, and references to events from Women of Purgatory. You don’t need to have read that series to enjoy this book- but I highly recommend reading them anyway- because not only are they fantastic stories- I think knowing what happens there will give you a much better understanding of the background events that propelled the whole “vigilante’ angle- and I think that would really elevate this reading experience for you. At the very least I think you should read “Breaking Point” (Woman of Purgatory Book #4- Novella). As expected, Ms. Kells weaves palpable suspense, tension, intrigue, and drama- holding my attention throughout this engrossing story. Really looking forward to the rest of the series!
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How is the exciting third instalment in the is the Stalker Seriesby Megan Mitcham. I have been hooked on this series since reading the first thrilling story. So, needless to say I couldn’t wait to get my hands on book three. I lept on it the moment it hit my Kindle, and WOW– it blew me away. There were so many little twists that I wasn’t expecting! The tension and suspense were so well crafted- keeping me on the edge of my seat most of the way through. As with the other two books, the story is intense, compelling, and very clever. There were scenes that toyed with my emotions- tying me in knots with what was happening. There were shocking developments that I never saw coming- things that had me yelling at my Kindle, and wondering How Ms. Mitcham would take things from here. The events that occur coupled with the way this book has ended, leaves me wondering if there will be another book- because as things stand, it doesn’t look too hopeful. But, as I am an eternal optimist, I am holding out hope that Ms. Mitcham has some tricky little twist- a truly cunning plan which will result in us getting our fourth book. There has to be a way!!! Libby Irish loves her job and has worked incredibly hard to excel in her field and earn the respect she deserves in the somewhat chauvinistic environment of the FBI. But when a photo of her at a crime scene goes viral, things take a sinister and dangerous turn. Not only does she have to deal with the media scrutiny and office politics that come with the unwanted attention- she also seems to have a stalker targeting her. Things get quite intense and her life begins to unravel. She will have to get to the bottom of it all before it’s too late. What unfolds makes for a riveting read!!! The story is complex and really well woven with plenty of thrills, dramatic developments, emotion, suspense, mystery, intrigue, tension, danger, action, chemistry, romance, steam, humour, banter, secrets, obsession, guns, bombs, bullets, murder and mayhem. This is an action packed episode of the Stalker series that had me devouring every page as quickly as I could, just so I could find out what was happening and who was behind it all. There were some shocking and incredibly heartbreaking scenes that left me reeling and wondering where that left us for more stories and the future of the series. My mind was spinning, while my heart was breaking. This book could be read as a standalone, but as each book focuses on an individual from a great group of very close friends, and a little crossover in timelines, I really recommend reading the previous book/s before starting on this one. The other two stories are entirely riveting and truly deserve to be read, as well as introducing us to the recurring characters. Knowing all the characters and the events that happen in the other books will definitely enhance your reading experience of this story. I so don’t want this series to be over!!! I need my next fix STAT!!! (Hint hint hint Ms. Mitcham!!!!)
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Perfectby Tricia Copeland is an intriguing take on contemporary romance. Ms. Copeland’s creative way of bringing this story together, and the way she involves her readers- really made for a great read. This story is a little different from the other books that I have read from Ms. Copeland- and showcases her storytelling talents and confirms that she is able to tackle any genre. The premise of this book really intrigued me, and I loved the simple and elegant cover- and having enjoyed Ms. Copeland’s other work, I happily grabbed a copy to entertain me for an afternoon. Perfect is a standalone, light-hearted, interesting, and thought provoking read. It has emotion, humour, sweet and tender scenes, a ‘clean’ romance, and great characters. I enjoyed the way the story was woven, even if it was a little predictable at times. Looking forward to seeing what Ms. Copeland does next!
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Seeing Satan’s Devils MC Boxset (Books 1 – 5)had released, I knew I needed to re-read these stories. I have followed the Satan’s Devils through the entire series, as well as the new chapters, and second generation books, this got me remembering how I started this series on Book #6 so long ago and at that time how I quickly realised that this was one series I would want to follow closely and going back and grabbing the first 5 books to explore too- and how I have been avidly following along with each new release ever since. I must admit that I am not a huge fan of MC romance- or should I say, I wasn’t until I read Ms. Mellett’s work. She brings just the right amount of emotion and vulnerability to her characters- whilst still delivering all the elements and characteristics you could expect from a well written and complex MC story/series. These first five books cover all kinds of topics, from disability, sex-trafficking, racism, dealing with grief, overcoming obstacles, and more. The stories are woven with plenty of emotion, danger, drama, suspense, some mystery, plenty of camaraderie, banter, and of course some sizzling romance.
This boxset contains: –Turning the Wheel (Satan’s Devils MC Book #1) –Drummer’s Beat (Satan’s Devils MC Book #2) –Slick Running (Satan’s Devils MC Book #3) –Targeting Dart (Satan’s Devils MC Book #4) –Heart Broken (Satan’s Devils MC Book #5)
Each book can be read as a standalone and not feel like you are ‘lost’ or missing out on anything. But after reading this one, you may find you have developed a taste for Ms. Mellett’s stories and will find yourself wanting to go back and read all the other books too. I loved going back to the beginning of this series and remembering how it all began, seeing a lot of the characters we’ve come to love over the course of the series- and ‘re-connecting’ with them all over again. If you love a really well written, riveting MC story- with complex, flawed, quirky, and endearing characters, and an original plot- then this is definitely the books/series for you.
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“Your hands are as cold as ice.” I smiled. “Cold-blooded.” dark eyebrows shot up like two bushy caterpillars. “What are you?” Rude. Didn’t this guy know anything? You didn’t ask a supe what kind of creature they were. “Naga,” I answered. “Well, half anyway.” …..Many mythical creatures—supes, as they’re called these days—share kinship or at least a passing resemblance with animals. Nagas are snake supes. In ancient times, they were thought to be gods, and that suited them just fine. Nagas are capable of shifting between the form of a human and the form of a huge snake—or somewhere in the middle—human torso, snake lower half. Full-bloods have incredible power—they’re strong, fast and agile. All their senses are heightened, and they have an extra one too: Nagas can use their infrared glands to sense the heat of a nearby body one hundred yards away. Then there’s the poisonous venom, and the fact that Nagas can swallow someone whole. Though it isn’t a particularly pleasant experience, from what I’ve heard. You’re bloated as hell for days afterwards. As a half-blood, I can’t do most of that cool shit. My form is permanently stuck somewhere between a snake and a human. I have the slivered pupils and forked tongue of a Naga, together with a pattern of golden scales that stretch up my neck to my temples as Martin so classily observed. I have much of my race’s heightened senses: strength, speed, and venom. But compared to many supes, I’m weak. ”
“My gut tightened with anger as tears pricked my eyes. Impotent fury and soul-sucking grief, my two ever-present companions these past six weeks.”
“Nagas avenge our dead. It’s my right. I won’t be able to rest until I do. Dad won’t be able to rest until I do.”
Phoenix Team One: Selected is the first book in the Mythical Alliance: Phoenix Team series by Claire Luana. This is the first instalment/episode of the new serialized urban fantasy series which will consist of novella length instalments to follow along, as the story/series unfolds. This first book sets things off to a fantastic start- bringing all kinds of paranormal beings/creatures (supes), action, drama, danger, adventure, mystery, secrets, discovery, and lots more. Zariya is on a quest for vengeance after the death of her father. She is determined to hunt down those responsible for his murder and wreak her revenge. But as she begins to investigate she discovers that things are much more complicated than she imagined. What she uncovers will change her perspective about everything she thought she knew and will set her on a life changing adventure. I enjoyed this engaging story, and as expected Ms. Luana’s fantastic world building and endearing characters really brought everything to life, making it entirely realistic and believable. Cannot wait to see where we go from here!
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Hero High: Figure in the Flames contains the first three books in the Hero High series by Mina Chara. This is a Young Adult fantasy adventure story set in a ‘superhero’ high school- full of action, adventure, friendship, coming of age, danger, discovery, superheros, super-villains, reality TV, fame, responsibility, angst, and a little romance. The story set in a near future world, Icon City, and follows Friday Fitzsimmons on an incredible adventure. When 17 year old Friday develops ‘powers’ she is sent to Hero High, where reality TV and superhero high school collide- and where Friday’s adventures begin. Get set for things to get interesting….. So, if you love young adult reads with fantasy, adventure, and superheroes- then this is definitely a series you won’t want to miss.
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Spouse Trap is the first book in the Madeline Dawkins series by Cynthia Hamilton. I really enjoyed reading this exciting crime mystery- Ms. Hamilton’s cleverly crafted story had me avidly reading along trying to piece everything together- whilst rooting for Madeline to find the justice she deserved and win out in the end. I loved all the tension, drama, intrigue, and suspense that Ms. Hamilton was able to instil in her story- it definitely made for an exciting read. I love when a story captivates me like this- where I lose all sense of time and place because I am so invested in the story, desperately wanting to know how things turn out in the end but also not wanting the story to end because I am enjoying it so much. This first book certainly sets the whole series off to a fantastic start- leaving me with an addiction and needing my next ‘fix’. So, I have already been on a hunting mission and snapped up the other three books in the series just so I can see what else Madeline gets up to. Cleverly woven with lots of interconnected elements and complex layers that made this story all the more enthralling. Highly recommended reading!!
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Forgotten Truth is the first book in the Forgotten series by Virginia Wine. I have read quite a few books by Virginia Wine and have enjoyed her stories and the way she develops her plots. The premise of this story was really intriguing, so it was an easy choice to snap up a copy and explore the story. I loved the storyline and all the suspenseful dramatic developments that Ms. Wine was able to create. There is quite a lot going on in this book, from intrigue, danger, action, suspense, a little mystery, tension, drama, chemistry, and of course plenty of sizzle. Ms. Wine has created a complex story with cleverly crafted elements which kept me reading even though I couldn’t connect with the characters at all for most of the story. I can’t really pinpoint why exactly, except that I felt they were a little underdeveloped and came across a little flat to me. But the storyline kept me reading, and by the end I had grown to appreciate them more, but still wasn’t completely invested in them. I am intrigued enough by the plot to want to read the next book/s- so I plan on doing a reread of this book again, before diving into the other two books- just in case I was having an ‘off’ reading day during this story.
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Turn Up the Tempo is the fourth book in the Lyrical Odyssey Rock Star Series by Charli B. Rose. It is a steamy Rockstar Romance with Angst, drama, jealousy, secrets, lust, friendship, heart-ache, emotion, and a little mystery. Brooks and Brittany are wonderful characters who really drew me into their story, and had me invested in them and the outcome of it all. Brooks is a member of Lyrical Odyssey, Rockstar, bassist, and best friend of Dawson (who we met in the previous books). Brittany is a talented dancer and Izzy’s best friend (who we met in the previous books). When Brooks and Britt come together, sparks fly and their chemistry bubbles over. Will these two find their own tempo? All the sizzling details can be found inside this fantastic book! I wonder what Charli B. Rose has in store for us next. I can’t wait to find out!
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Be Brave With Meis the first book in Finding Love in Green Springs Series by J.B Havens and C.A Miconi. This is my first read from either of these two authors, so I really had no idea of what to expect going into the story. I was drawn to the title, because I used to live in a place called Greensprings many years ago- so I was curious to see how the story would unfold. We meet Meg and Drew, who have each experienced their own tragedies and battling their own demons. Meg arrives in town, after 6 months of trying to outrun her demons and find peace. Can they help heal each other? This is a wonderful small town romance, with emotion, drama, humour, and spice. It was easy to lose myself in the story, in a good way- and it kept me engrossed from beginning to end. I read the story in one easy sitting and will definitely be going back to explore more of these two authors other work/s, as well as read the rest of the series as they release. A great start to a wonderful new series.
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Sunshine Kisses(A Kisses Novella) is by Elaine Marie. I am a little upset that I hadn’t discovered Elaine Marie before now, because I have been missing out on some wonderful stories- as this is my first read by her. I discovered here that Elaine Marie has a warm and inviting style to her writing- she tells a captivating story full of emotion, relatability, and meaningful moments. Her characters are fully developed individuals- who really brought this story to ‘life’. This is a vacation fling/friends to lovers romance, full of emotional moments, drama, angst, friendship, love, and medical crises. The story had my emotions all over the place- laughing in places, while welling up with tears in other scenes. While it did take me a little while to warm to Crystal, Elaine Marie soon won me over and had me rooting for her the rest of the way through. I really felt for what she was going through and having to deal with- then add Spencer into the mix and I was hooked. When Crystal receives some dire news from her doctor, she decides to make the most of her friend’s destination wedding- by enjoying herself and making memories to remember. Part of her plan includes letting her hair down and having a wild, unforgettable fling. What she doesn’t expect is that her ‘fling’ will end up being with her long-time best friend, Spencer. But what happens when their vacation is over, and they head back to ‘reality’? What happens when everything is revealed? What will Spencer do? Will love overcome in the end? This is certainly worth the read to find out! A wonderful story about how love can overcome anything! Looking forward to more from Elaine Mare, that’s for sure!
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Finding Leda, the Science of Happiness is the fifth book in The Italian Sagaby Gaia B. Amman. It is a Young Adult/New Adult story- full of all the highs and lows of Leda’s journey. We’ve followed Leda through the previous books/stories, and have been there every step of the way as she traverses transitioning from childhood and into a young adult, graduating high school, and now following her through college. Leda throws herself into her studies, discovering much about herself and what she wants out of life along the way. Even though this story could be read as a standalone- I highly recommend reading the previous books as knowing what happens there will elevate your enjoyment of this story. This book is full of drama, emotions, college life, Leda’s ‘rules’ to live by, science references, love, humour, pop-culture, self discovery, life lessons, and much more. As with the other books in the series- this is a fictionalized memoir of the author’s younger years/life- set against the backdrop of Italy in the 1990’s/2000’s. On to the next instalment…
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Torch is book two in the Lovelock Seriesby Tricia Copeland- it’s the intriguing sequel to Lovelock Ones (Book One). This is a very interesting and thought provoking sci-fi, post-apocalyptic/dystopian adventure story with plenty of action, dramatic developments, danger- and more. And I couldn’t help drawing parallels to what’s going on in our world right now. In Lovelock Ones, the story gave an intriguing look at the world after a flu epidemic wipes out three quarters of the population in less than two years- leaving the remaining population dealing with massive poverty, famine, global warming, government control, factions, DNA testing/typing, and the ever present treat of another epidemic. We met Jema and Troy back in book one and followed them on quite an adventure. Torch sees us joining back up with them to continue the next phase of their adventure. The virus has reared its ugly head once more. With the cure/vaccine being held back whilst the powers that be battle it out for control. It’s going to be up to Jema and Troy to step up and to save humanity. This is a tense race against time- with the fate of the world riding on the outcome. Again, the way the story ended left an opening for more stories in the future- I will definitely keep a lookout for one, as well as any future work by Ms. Copeland. So, if you love a tense, sci fi/dystopian story, with an intriguing storyline and fantastic characters- then this book/series is definitely for you!
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Arrows Tipped With Honey is the second book in the Natural Forces seriesby Jean Gill. As this is my first read from Ms. Gill, I really didn’t know what to expect from her writing. But the premise intrigued me, as did the cover. So, I took a chance and grabbed myself a copy. I didn’t initially register that this is book two to a continuing series, but a short way into the story I realised- and so I closed and set aside this book while I went back to read book one, first. So, if you haven’t read book one yet, I highly recommend reading that story before embarking on this book. This story continues from book one, so there is a lot of important information, backstory, and character details in the first book- which will enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of this story. This is a very original and imaginative YA fantasy adventure story- with action, drama, political intrigue, magic, danger, and a little romance. There’s a bit of a dystopian feel to this fantasy- and it’s all brought to life by Ms. Gill’s superb world-building abilities. It is a wonderfully detailed and descriptive story- so much thought, skill, heart, and soul was put into the creation of this book. Reading was more like ‘watching’ everything unfold, as the imagery was so well crafted. From the characters, to the scenery, and all the other captivating details, I could see and ‘feel’ it all. There were emotive elements, as well as times when I was held in suspense wondering how things would play out. I read the two books back to back and enjoyed every minute. The ending has me clamouring to get my hands on Book Three ASAP! Fantastic!
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The Seal of Solomon: A Lilandra Reeves Adventure(Supernatural Intelligence Agency: World, Book 2)) is by Nadine Travers. After reading Blood Rebellion (Book One), as well as getting a snippet for this book at the end of that story, I was really anticipating reading this book. Let me start by saying that I absolutely love the cover- even if I hadn’t read Book One, I would have snapped up this story just on that cover alone. As with the previous book- this is an urban fantasy- with supernatural elements, action, adventure, suspense, drama, danger, intrigue, and mystery. It is fast paced short story, which makes for quick and easy reading. Like book one, I really wish this book had been longer- as I would have loved to have been able to immerse myself in the story more. This is a super quick and easy read- but I felt the story may have had more of an impact if it had been able to fully ‘develop’ with more length to the plot. I did enjoy this story, and feel it is the pick of the series, so far. Looking forward to reading Juniper’s stories!
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Kat’s Conundrum is the third book in the Raven and Hummingbird Series by Nikki Broadwell. After reading Dagda’s Daughter (Book 2), I really couldn’t wait to get my hands on this book and continue the story- and I’m happy to say Ms. Broadwell didn’t let me down- this story is just as captivating as I hoped it would be. With plenty of surprises thrown in to keep me turning the pages. This is another clever fantasy- with plenty of action, adventure, secrets, Fae, Gods/Goddesses, stolen memories, danger, magic, discovery, emotion, Celtic mythological elements, intrigue, and dramatic developments. As this book continues Katel’s (Kat) story, I would really recommend reading the previous book/s first before starting on this one. Life has gotten quite complicated for Kat- things seem to be spinning out of control. Powerful forces are at play and she’s caught in the chaos. There is much at stake and she must decide who she can trust. Because, if she thought things were crazy before- life has got a few more surprises in store. Wonderful! Bring on Book #4!!!
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Sex-O-S: The Tragicomic Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (Italian Teens, Novel 2, The Italian Saga #4) by Gaia B. Amman is a Young Adult story- and is a real, raw, and honest account of our girl Leda’s “first time”. We’ve followed Leda through the previous books/stories, and have been there every step of the way as she traverses transitioning from childhood and into a young adult. This picks up where book three left off, so even though this story could be read as a standalone if you wanted- I highly recommend reading the previous books too, so you have all the backstory and character information- as that will greatly enhance your enjoyment of this story. This book is full of angst, drama, emotions, high school life, Italy in the 90’s, culture, peer pressure, family expectations, responsibility, insecurity, sex, humour, banter, antics, and a few shocking scenes. Leda is a great character- a bit of a tomboy, and here her life gets even more complicated than she had expected. The series is a fictionalized memoir of the author’s younger years, set against the backdrop of Italy in the 1990’s. I have enjoyed this series and following Leda on her “adventure”- although there were times the character/s really frustrated me with what was going on- I have enjoyed the journey.
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Life’s a Witch is the third book in the New Orleans Nocturnes series by Carrie Pulkinen. Another fantastic, sexy, and funny Paranormal Romantic Comedy from Ms. Pulkinen. This series is such a fun read- I have really enjoyed my time exploring the New Orleans Nocturnes “world”. After meeting Crimson in Shift Happens (Book Two) and discovering she would get her own story in Book Three- I couldn’t wait to dive in. And I have to say, Ms. Pulkinen doesn’t disappoint! This series just seems to get better with each new instalment- and I have loved the sexy, fun, and humorous look at the New Orleans paranormal world. Even though these books are more light-hearted and sweeter than some of her other book/series- they still have plenty of excitement, dramatic developments, and intrigue to keep me spellbound. As I said, this is a paranormal romantic comedy- with witches, demons, magic, vampires, suspense, danger, and other supernatural elements- all set in mystical New Orleans. As we discovered in book two, Crimson has a bit of glitch to her magic- every spell she casts simply goes awry. As we saw in book two- they can lead to some crazy and unexpected situations. Her latest blunder results in a summons to a Coven tribunal, where she will most likely be stripped of her powers, forever. In a fit of nerves, Crimson ends up challenging the coven’s High Priestess to a contest of magic- something she has no hope of winning… Right? This is where the story gets really interesting- and what happens next makes for a spellbinding read. I hope this isn’t the end of the New Orleans Nocturnes stories- as I am definitely not ready to say goodbye- and there are a few characters who I would love to discover more about and need their own book/s- especially Gaston, Jasmine, and Jackson. Looking forward to seeing what comes next!
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Hawk’s Cry is the second book in the Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation seriesby Manda Mellett. I have read all the Satan’s Devils books from the original right through to this second generation series- and have loved them all. This series follows children of characters we’ve come to know and love in the previous series. so, having said that, I highly recommend reading the previous series before embarking on this one- as I think there is a lot of background information, character details, and relationship insights that are revealed in those books- which if you knew, would definitely give you a better understanding and appreciation of this book. This is a contemporary MC romance story, and as such it is full of bikers, suspense, sensitive topics, comradery, action, drama, emotion, and more. It did take me a little while to ‘get into’ this story and connect with the characters- I wasn’t sure I would at one point- then something changed and I was there- hook, line, an sinker. Hawk’s story really pulled at my heartstrings. Gave my emotions one heck of a workout and had me twisted up inside. Another brilliant addition to the series!
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Bargaining is the third book in the Hero High seriesby Mina Chara. As with the first two books, this is a Young Adult fantasy adventure story set in a near future world, Icon City, and follows Friday Fitzsimmons on her incredible adventure. This book follows on from the first two, so I highly recommend reading “Denial” (Book One) and “Anger” (Book Two) before starting on this one- so you have all the backstory, character introductions, and other important facts that you will need in order to enjoy this book to the fullest extent. Friday still knows that she’s being watched- but since having joined the gold team the producers of the show seem to like her more. But Friday can’t help feeling like she’s not being true to herself- like a bit of a ‘sell-out’. She feels the weight of responsibility, and with things between her and Jake crumbling- she feels a little overwhelmed, like everything is falling apart. She will need to dig deep and be brave- there is even more at stake than ever before and she will need to stay strong in order to get through it all. Another great action-paced addition to the series- with so much to hold my interest- and that ending, OMG!!! So, if you love young adult fantasy, with mystery, adventure, and ‘superhero’ types- then this is definitely a book/series you won’t want to miss.
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Every Last Psycho: A Collection of Two Novellas by Zarina Macha is YA fiction- with darker elements, drama, sensitive subjects, and emotion. I loved the cover, and thought the premise of this book sounded quite intriguing, so I snapped up a copy to explore. The book contains two novellas, “Every Last Thought” which follows Tess- and “Psycho Girl”which focuses on Evelyn. The stories are a little darker than I anticipated- which should have been right up my alley- but because they were such short stories, I think they fell short of the initial promise that they held. In my opinion, I really think the ‘topics’ needed to be ‘fleshed out more’- the darker elements needed more time to ‘simmer’ and garner the depth and impact they might have otherwise had- but instead fell a little short due to trying to make the stories ‘fit’ in a smaller amount of space. I would love to see what they could become given more room to ‘grow’. Will definitely check out her next book/s though.
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Lucifer’s Emblem is the first book in the new Celestial Academy series by Sarah Biglow and Molly Zenk. This is definitely my favourite of their books, so far- and I can’t wait to get my hands on the rest of the series. It is a fantastic YA series with angels- Fallen and Archangels- as well as adventure, mystery, action, suspense, friendship, discoveries, danger, and so much more. Zuri is the eighteen year-old daughter of Lucifer, the Ruler of Hell, and has been groomed to take over the kingdom one day. Here we discover that there is a lot more to Lucifer than we’ve been ‘told’. (Which is an intriguing take on the whole ‘Lucifer’ story). Anyway, Lucifer’s Emblem is their family heirloom and their only defence against the Archangels- so when it disappears Zuri is determined to hunt it down and return it to hell. She tracks the Emblem to the Celestial Academy, and in order to gain access there she assumes a new identity- so she can continue her search. She is accepted, and then discovers that her new roommate is none other than Archangel Michael’s daughter, Miryam. This should be interesting. As things evolve, she and Miryam begin to form a bond- but can Zuri really trust her? She soon discovers that there is a lot more to the emblem than she knew, and now there is so much more at stake- the missing emblem is just the beginning. This is an exciting and very original story and I loved following along on the adventure! Book two can’t come soon enough!!!
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Stage Mom is the sixth book in the ‘Romance in Rehoboth’ series by K.L Montgomery. It was such a great read, and definitely one of my favourites that Ms. Montgomery has written. It has just the right amount of drama and tension to really keep things interesting. This is a superb contemporary romance with a really well written and touching storyline. It’s definitely memorable- one I won’t soon forget. Larissa is a single mother with a special needs daughter who is participating in the Little Miss Rehoboth pageant. Larissa is determined to ensure that her daughter is treated just like all the other children in the pageant. Mateo is the new director, his family have been running the pageant for many years, but this is the first time that Mateo has been trusted to oversee the whole thing himself. He has a lot riding on this. With some radical ideas for improving the show, he’s determined to make this the best show ever- but not everyone likes change. The chemistry between the two starts to sizzle as these two try to hide their attraction. Getting involved will only complicate things even more. Won’t it? Such a great story!!! As I have said so many times before, I love all Ms. Montgomery’s stories- she really is a gifted storyteller who is easily able to pull readers into her stories- keeping them invested, connected, and engrossed every step of the way. I love how her stories depicts characters who are entirely realistic, relatable, and endearing. Another great addition to the series!
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Wedding War is the fifth book in the ‘Romance in Rehoboth’ series by K.L Montgomery. You don’t have to have read the other books in this series to be able to enjoy this one. But, I do recommend reading them anyway- because they are really wonderful stories and well worth the read, too! Jason Friday`s family operates a local business catering to grooms. They are the sworn enemies of Hannah Robinson’s family- who owns the local Bridal shop. The feud has been on-going, but what happens when a wedding one stop shop chain store sets up in town? These two will need to come together to take on the big business, and find a way to work together to save both their family businesses. What happens here makes for a funny and very romantic story! Definitely one of my favourites of the series, so far!
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Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn: A Steampunk Faerie Tale is by Danielle Ackley-McPhail and Day Al-Mohamed. It is an intriguing steampunk fantasy, with plenty of action, adventure, danger, heartache, clockwork ‘technology’, mystery magic, and more. It’s a clever retelling of the classic story “Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. As this is my first book from either of these authors, I really didn’t know what I would find between the covers of this interesting looking book. What I discovered is a wonderful blend of faerie tale, steampunk, magic, and mystery. There is plenty of dramatic developments which kept me avidly reading- I enjoyed the authors take on the classic story. The story was a little slow in places, but overall, it kept me engaged and interested in how everything would play out. I will be going back to investigate what other titles these two authors have available, and look forward to exploring more of their books in the future.
Thank you, Danielle Ackley-McPhail & Day Al-Mohamed.
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All The Wrong Reasons: A Serendipity Falls Novel is by Erin Bevan. This may be my first book by Ms. Bevan, but it definitely won’t be the last. This is a sublime friends to lovers/ marriage of convenience contemporary romance. It is really well written with attention to detail, and wonderful descriptions. There is much to love about the story- the characters are interesting and endearing. The story is a wonderful mix of drama, angst, humour, surprising developments, and emotion. What happens when a night out to wash away the hurt after the breakup of her 5 year relationship leaves Alex in a tricky predicament. One which could cost her teaching position at a Christian school, as well as leave her with a permanent reminder of the night. Max is her best friend from childhood who has a bit of a playboy reputation he needs to address if he wants to make his mark in the political arena. So, maybe they can help each other- with marriage of convenience? But is it? The story is really worth the read for you to discover for yourself how everything plays out. Can’t wait to read more from Ms. Bevan.
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