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Shadows In The Dark (Dark Lotus Series) by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Angela Shirley

Shadows in the Dark (Dark Lotus #1)Shadows in the Dark by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

By day Adrian is the CEO of a major corporation but in his private life he likes it to be just that private, although he has secrets to his past and present, his BDSM world and club is a stable in his life. Although he doesn’t really love anyone, he develops a soft spot for Brynn and when she gets into trouble he tries and protects her the best way he can.

Brynn is trying to understand what happened to her sister, found dead in the San Francisco bay her investigations lead to Lotus a BDSM Club where her sister enjoyed the lifestyle but was this lifestyle attributed to her death. Once she infiltrates the club and sees inside the world can see shut off her feelings for Adrian and try to get to the bottom of her sister’s murder.

I love all of Anise Storm’s books and this is no different, the intrigue and twists makes this a must read story and you will fall in love with the main characters as everyone loves a flawed somewhat hottie. The book delves into the more sadistic side of BDSM and may have triggers for some people but the author writes with great care and only adds the details which enhances the story and the characters.

I loved the twists and turns and devoured the book in one sitting wishing it not to end but then looking forward to the next book within the series, the characters and story is well developed and flows along brilliantly which you would always expect from this author.

I can’t wait for the next book.

The Fixer (Fall River Series) by G. K. Brady – Review by Angela Shirley

The Fixer (Fall River, #2)The Fixer by G.K. Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Joy does not want to be in River Falls, years of putting distance between her and her home town has been erased in one day. With her mom’s passing she has been called to deal with her mother’s estate but there is one glitch, her mother’s shop, to be able to sell it she has to bring it up to code and that’s were the bane of her life comes into play, Charlie Hunnicutt.

Charlie is an expert in restoration and loves his home town of River Falls, but when Helene daughter arrive she becomes the thorn in his side, not really caring about the town she is constantly pushing him and when the initial meeting did not go exactly as planned he starts doubting how he will win over this hard hitting woman.

As they start working together and get to see inside each other, sparks start to fly but can Joy invest in the relationship Charlie wants and needs.

This story is a enemies to lovers and is beautiful to read, although part of a series the book can be read as a stand alone story. The story weaves beautifully through the thoughts of Joy reliving some of the horrors of her past but then developing the feelings toward Charlie which she is conflicted with and not sure about.

I loved the character of Charlie and his laid back attitude was a great to counter balance to Joy’s straight forward ADHD mannerisms. The secondary characters also added an extra layer to the story. I can’t wait to read more of this series going forward.

A Safe Place (Philly Heat Series) by Becky Flade – Review by Angela Shirley

A Safe Place (Philly Heat series, #6)A Safe Place by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kat is a 15 year old girl who is in the wrong place at the wrong time, but after losing her grandmother Kat feels abandoned and lost so as she is pushed from temporary home to temporary home she comes in contact with Maddi a social worker.

Maddi needs to protect Kat from who is looking for her, while trying to reunite her with her legal guardian her brother who is currently serving in the army and not aware of the situation that Kat is in or danger. Once her brother Nate is back and trying to look after Kat but also struggles with his feelings for Maddi and will she ever be able to give the love back to Nate.

This is the sixth book in the series and as all the books can be read as a stand alone story. The story is full of twists and turns and offers the read a chance to immerse themselves into the story and feel a part of it. I loved the character of Kat although seemingly a tough but had a vulnerability with was great to read.

The love story element between Nate and Maddi was a great layer to the story and with the twists and turns make this a thrilling story to keep you reading to get to the end. I can’t wait to read the next boo in this series.

Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups Series) by Sylvie Stewart and Marika Ray – Review by Angela Shirley

Night Sweats and Hockey Nets (Hot Flash Hookups #3)Night Sweats and Hockey Nets by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Niko is struggling in his life, nearing his Hockey career and with his custody battle for his daughter life is getting difficult, so when he is chosen for the All Stars game he lets loose one night and meets a woman of his dreams.

Chole feels like she is in limbo at the moment, middle age has crept up on her, so when she is invited to go to the All Stars competition she jumps at the chance and decides to let caution to the wind. That’s when she meets him and the kiss they shared is on her mind all the time but when she decides to move to live near her dad and then it gets interesting, she sees the man she can’t stop thinking about but he is one of her dad’s players.

Niko finds out that the woman he has been dreaming about from Toronto is here in Tampa and is his coaches daughter which is a big NO, but as they get on and he gets more entangled with his custody battle the only solution is that Chole becomes his daughter’s Nanny but living together sparks start flying and can they keep there hands off each other.

This is the third book in this series and is just as good as the others. I love the style of writing and the stories are always fun and draws you in from the beginning. The characters are brilliantly developed and I loved these two as they complimented each other brilliantly and with the challenges between themselves and other character is brilliant to read.

The story flows through and is a heart warming romance with some twists but overall you will be rushing to turn the pages to finish the book in hours.

Thank you for these characters as a middle aged woman in the hot flash phase they are a joy to read.

Unmasking a Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Angela Shirley

Unmasking A Cowgirl (Match Made in Montana Book 3)Unmasking A Cowgirl by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Abby has settled in Herd but she has always had a deep secret, but if the town knew would they treat her any different. Although now her secret needs to come out to be able to claim her birth rite but will the town forgive her and one person who she has grown to love accept her for how she is.

Joe is the local historian and school history teacher who gets on with everyone, well almost everyone. He has always had a dislike towards Abby he could not tell you why but he feels she is holding something back but as he gets to know her his opinion changes but what will the future hold when he does find out the secret.

Can there friendship and love survive or is there no going back?

This is the third book is this series and just as good as the first two, although this is classed as a series each book can be read as a stand alone. The book is a story of redemption and Abby has a lot from her history to redeem from but with her secret and worried how the town would perceive her I feel sorry for her.

At first I have to admit I was not liking the character of Joe, although kind and nice he took a while for me to warm up to him but in the end he redeemed his self and thought he and Abby made the perfect balance to each other.

The story is well written and weaves through secrets, lies and history and that you can never truly believe stories, with the twists and turns you will be engrossed to the end.

She’s My Rhinestone Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley

She's My Rhinestone Cowgirl (My Cowboy #7)She’s My Rhinestone Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Trinity has been living her dream of a Rodeo Queen but as her term is coming up she is reflective on the opportunities that have passed her by, one in question is Scooter Price. She broke his heart when they broke up, but now seeing him again bringing’s up the old feelings of lost love.

Scooter is a little lost in his career, seeing his old girlfriend Trinity living her best life kind of makes him feel like a failure. When a chance meeting at a dance throws in the feelings he thought he had buried, can he follow what he truly wants or will other people trey to sabotage the relationship.

This is the seventh book in this collection and can be read as a standalone. The book is fast pace and a quick read with all the elements of a second romance that is just brilliant to read.

The chemistry between the main characters is off the page and you have to have a little pull of your heart strings for Scooter as he is so conflicted at times. Trinity character was refreshing to read and although she went after he goals she also felt the pull from Scooter that she may have made a mistake.

The book is a romance novel with all the heartfelt feelings and characters you just fall in love with, can’t wait to read the next book in this series.

Forbiddenly Yours (Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm – Review by Angela Shirley

Forbiddenly Yours (Titans of Chicago, #2)Forbiddenly Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nicole is from the elite world of the Titans, having to act the certain way and has to be perfect in everyway. When she decides to go on holiday in Costa Rica and let her hair down she is in for one big treat. Seeing him, ending up in bed with him for one night was the best hurrah before going back to school, but when walking into the new semester I got more than I was bargaining for.

Callum was up for a fling on holiday with a hot girl and its fun until he goes back to teaching but he just can’t seem to shake her from his system. First day back in class and who walks in his dream girl from holiday but she is his student. They try and keep the chemistry at bay and act professional but that starts to waver as he is a Titan and he gets what he wants, but when someone threatens him and Nicole, can money and power really help?

This is the second book in this series and it is explosive off the page. The characters as in the first book are well developed, with a fast paced story to boot.

I loved the character of Nicole as although she is privileged in a way she was full of sass and determination of her own to succeed and knew what she wanted. Callum’s character was the typical alpha male role you find but this also showed a vulnerability to him in the story that money and power means nothing if you love and care for someone.

This is full of twists and turns and surprises which will have you chasing down the leads and turning the pages to see how this will end. Although part of the series it can easily be read as a stand alone book but I do recommend reading more books by this wonderful author.

I can’t wait for the next book in this series.

Offsides (Game Time Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Angela Shirley

Offsides: Game Time SeriesOffsides: Game Time Series by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chessly wonders of her path in life and although all her friends are pairing off with athletes she would rather not go in that direction but then is Finn. Finn is not what you see although a footballer he is more than that, with his intelligence and just a nice guy but his taste in woman sometimes could use a makeover he is sweet.

Finn is not your typical football star, he is a little awkward and a geek but when it comes to the opposite sex he is clueless. He is never far away from girl’s attentions but the only one he really wants sees him definitely in the friends zone for the time being. So when he offers Chessly a ride home and things are looking good in steps “the mean girls” who totally trash all over things. Can Finn get to have a second chance and show Chess that she is the right one for him?

This is a lovely story of two people right for each other clueless about each other and then a sweet ending that has you heart just breaking. Finn’s character although is a football star is sweet and nice with elements of sexy nerd coming through. I also love the way that his character is portraited as completely rounded and has no ego at all. Chessly’s character was a great compliment to Finn’s but at times I did feel her a little over opinionated regarding certain things but maybe that’s just because she was not mature enough to deal with the situations.

All in all the book flowed really well and the arc of the story had a gentle build up which was a pleasure to read. The chemistry from the characters was just lovely and the secondary characters added the overall story really well.

I can’t wait to read the next instalment in this series.

Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate Book 11) by Sylvia Black – Review by Angela Shirley

Master Bistrita (Masters of the Consulate #11)Master Bistrita by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chara is a waitress in one of the Masters club but is a bit of a handful but when she discovers something which could help the Consulate no-one is willing to take her seriously enough to heed the warning, but when she is in front of Master Bistrita there is just something about him which drives her to distraction.

Master Bistrita is the same as all the other Consulate masters, alpha and dominate through and through but when he meets Chara he is so attracted to her can he throw out his usual “Contract” to pursue this fascinating woman., but will this distract him from the task ahead trying to find out who is trying to destroy them.

This is the eleventh book in this series and although you could read this as a stand alone story I would recommend reading the whole series, although the book is quick you get to understand the whole consulate and how we have got to this place in the story.

As always the chemistry between the two main characters is off the charts and drives the story forward with pace. I loved the way the author has still made the story fresh after so many books and that you are still invested within the overall details. I can’t wait for the last instalment of this story and finally understand who is responsible and so they win the war.

Notebook Mysteries ~ Art of Deception (Notebook Mysteries Series) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Angela Shirley

Notebook Mysteries ~ Art of DeceptionNotebook Mysteries ~ Art of Deception by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

We are back in the world of Emma and Jeremy on another adventure and mystery. This time they are investigating the murder of a friends brother and have to go undercover to see what has happened and what lies in store. Recruiting his sister and her husband to help the merry band of four of them have to try uncover the secrets with lie ahead.

As always they are plunged into danger, action and thrilling adventures which adds to the twists and turns of the book, as you are taken along the journey you just want to dive straight in and become one with the characters.

I have read many of this authors books in this series and they are all unique and thrilling with the twists and turns and the way the story flows having you anticipating the next jump are clue to the mystery and this book does not disappoint. With all the same old characters which we all love mixed in with some fresh new ones you will be swept away with the whole story.

I can’t wait to read the next instalment in this wonderful series.

Back in the Ring (The Predator Series) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley

Back in the Ring (The Predator #4)Back in the Ring by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bijou has been through a lot the past few years but the biggest struggle is trying to keep her husband’s memory alive with the youth club he set up for under privileged kids, but with the economy in the toilet she is struggling to keep her head above water at the moment and she is also trying to raise her 12 year old daughter which is not an easy task on her own.

So when things needs fixing within the centre who can she rely on to help, Noah was her husband’s friend and a widower himself looking after his two year old son, so he volunteers to help with the repairs as a handyman he is more than capable of helping fix it up, but he is private and pushes people away if they get too close, but he has a secret but what happens when secrets threaten to be revealed.

This is the fourth book in the series and can be read as a stand alone story. The characters are well developed and the story flows brilliantly. The chemistry between these characters is off the charts and you are willing them to get together and see where it goes. Bijou’s daughter is just the right kind of angst to make the character believable.

I enjoyed this story and read fast paced to see what would happen in the end, the secondary characters where a great additional to the story and added an extra layer which has you invested in the story. I can’t wait to read the next instalment of this series.

Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance (Half Moon Bay Series) by Erin Brockus – Review by Angela Shirley

Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance (Half Moon Bay #1)Finding Hope: A Small Town Beach Romance by Erin Brockus
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hope Collins is stuck in a rut, but when she is passed over for a promotion which should have been hers, her sister Sara decides to take Hope’s future in her hands. So when Hope confronts her boss and quits she is plunged into a world of darkness but Sara has the answer.

So when Sara announces that Hope has won a raffle and it’s a beach resort in the Virgin Islands Hope is not quite sure it’s legit until she speaks to the owner Steve and it seems above board. So Hope packs up her life and makes her way to her new business Half Moon Bay Resort.

Alex Monroe is trying to regain his life back from his past, being the Divemaster at New Moon Bay Resort has calmed him but when his boss decides to retire and raffle the resort Alex thinks he has gone mad, so when the new owner is about to arrive they discover Steve can’t stick around and vanishes leaving him and Pattie to welcome Hope. U Pom seeing Hope something stirs in Alex that he thought had gone away so as they continue to become friends, can they resist the attraction and chemistry or will they delve straight in.

This is the first book in this series and what a book, the main characters are wonderful and Alex and Hope’s chemistry jumps off the page with each turn.

I loved the sassy nature of Hope and her determination to make the resort a success but the internal thoughts that she was having regarding Alex kept you on your toes. Alex’s character although strong and Alpha has a vulnerability which I love in alpha characters which is lovely to read and as you gone he become more beautiful inside and out.

The secondary character make this book a joy to read and you feel at times as being a part of this wonderful family the author has created.

I definitely can’t wait to read the next book in the series and see where the author takes us in the relationship of Alex and Hope.

Wild King (King Brothers Series) by K.M. Scott – Review by Angela Shirley

Wild King (King Brothers #2)Wild King by K.M. Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kellen King is on a spiral in his life since his brother Theo died, but with his brother at the top King Industries where he should be he is angry with the world. When he summoned to Matthias office and was lectured about his behaviour he decides to shut up shop and get away for a long weekend in the Caribbean. Once he arrives while dining in the restaurant of his hotel he spots her, the most intriguing woman sitting on her own, so Kellen being the charmer tries to pursued this stunning lady to have a drink with him.

Salem is just ending her trip away, needing to decompress she runs into a stunningly handsome man who asks her for a drink, although this not her usual style she throws caution to the wind and they spend an incredible night together, both not wanting it to end she arranges to stay a little longer and share his villa only to find that during the day he has vanished, the only problem was the only stipulation was that the were nameless.

Arriving back into the states, Salem is hired as a fixer for a top company as one of there VP’s has been caught in a sexually harassment and needs to regain his reputation but when Salem walks in sees her dream nameless man her mind goes wild.

This is the second book in the series and although there are story arc’s which intercept you can read this book as a stand alone book. The characters are brilliantly written and they jump off the page ,you instantly engage with them and route for them.

Although Kellen is not a great person you get to see the person as the story goes on and understand why he acts and says what he does, to also see the vulnerability in him when he is with Dalem is just lovely and breaks your heart.

Salem’s character although determine and strong also has the vulnerability underlining her and with the two of them just connecting is wonderful to read. I have warn you the is a cliffhanger at the end and can’t wait to see what happens there.

Falling Down (The Rockstar Series) by Anne Mercier – Review by Angela Shirley

Falling Down (Rockstar, #1)Falling Down by Anne Mercier
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jessie Kingston is a rock and roll star with thousands of fans but when one fan asks him for an autograph in the airport there is just something about this girl that has him wondering what if. Turn to six years later and fate has brought them together again but she is an actress and just about to star in his bands music video, can he push and get her to see the real person inside and not just the popstar.

Lucy has had a crush on the sexiest man alive for years and when she met him in the airport all those years ago she still craves after him, so when she is hired for a music video she is surprised that in walks the man of her dreams, Jessie Kingston. As he pursues her can she let her guard down and go after the once thing she has wanted for years, Jessie and Love.

I read this book ages ago and have recently re-read the series and it still hits all the places you want it to in your heart. Although I know how the series ends I was still routing for the main characters and digesting as much as the book as quickly as I could. I have been a fan of Anne Mercier since 2016 and I would recommend you read the whole series and other books she has written.

The secondary characters are brilliant and add to the depth of book and the arc these characters go on, my favourite is Sera who is a brilliant delish complex character and of course Xander who is everyone’s favourite screw up but we all love him.

Jessie is the perfect combination of complex and venerable for you to hold him in your heart and want to cuddle him but adding in Lucy and her sassy, strong attitude but seeing the warmth beneath her is just brilliant to read.

Please carry on with this great series and enjoy all the characters as they come to life on the page and you would love to be a part of the family they create.

Be My Little Baby (London Detective Agency Series) by Stephanie R. Caffrey – Review by Angela Shirley

Be My Little Baby (London Detective Agency Book 2)Be My Little Baby by Stephanie R. Caffrey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

James Moore is happy in his life, after solving one of biggest cases of him and his partners case against the mafia they are propelled into the limelight. With cases building up he is so busy, but when Tessa asks for his help he can not refuse there is just something about the baker that has him is a twist. So as the work on finding her stalker can he keep his mantra of “don’t date the clients” or will he go to the beautiful woman.

Tessa is happy building her bakery up and with the popularity growing she is in her element but there is something not quite right, when she discovers she has a stalker and the police can’t help her who can she turn to but the handsome PI James Moore. James decides to help her but as they work closely together there chemistry is off the charts but although they are attracted to each other he has a rule of not getting involved with his clients but when they start blurring the lines it becomes worth the risk.

This the first story I have read in this series and with this author and I can say I will reading more. The story can be read as a standalone and you can follow the back history of the main characters and get the gist of what they have done.

I loved the character of James with his relaxed and work obsessed life until Tessa comes into his life. The dynamic between Patrick, Evelyn and James is lovely to read and shows they really care about each other in the story. Even when James is trying to stay professional you are willing the two of them to get together.

The twists and turns in this book are brilliant to read and will have you at the end of your seat, the suspense is just enough to peak the interest and get you carry on reading til the very end. The characters are well developed and the story is brilliantly written, I will definitely be reading more.

Wildfire Knockout (The Predator Series) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley

Wildfire Knockout (The Predator #3)Wildfire Knockout by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beth is a independent strong woman, she has closed herself off to everyone but when Scott comes into her life at first she is trying to push him away but can he wear her down and help her recover from her past.

When Scott sees Beth he knows he has to find out more about this woman but with him being stonewalled at every turn can he penetrate the walls of heart to see he wants her and be with her. Slowly he starts to see the true woman inside and how vulnerable she is but with his love can they survive and work through it.

This is the third book in the series and although can be read as a stand alone it is probably better to read the first two books in The Predator series as it does cover some of the story and two be honest it is a great series as well.

These two characters start off as enemies but as Beth starts to see Scott is a good guy it becomes more intense and in depth to read. Beth’s character is a dull on sassy bad a** but you start seeing the vulnerable side too her which is great to read and gives Scott the insight to her. Scott’s character is a brilliant equal and complement to Beth’s character and this had me turning the pages to try and see what happens next.

This is a novella so is short but we are not short-changed on the brilliant writing and plot to make this book a thrilling read. I recommend reading the other two books you won’t be disappointed.

Rock Crush and Roll by Hunter Snow – Review by Angela Shirley

Rock Crush and RollRock Crush and Roll by Hunter Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tyler is living her best life, career wise but relationships well that’s a different story. Scouting around trying to find the next big thing in music she would not have thought she would run into him again in her wildest dreams but there he is Cary Kingston, gods gift to women and a self proclaimed bachelor, but when they are together there is a connection even she does not to acknowledge.

Cary has has a crush on Tyler for as long as he can remember and now they are working together maybe this is the time to see where it could go but she has been hurt before and can he replace the bad memories with good. You need to read to find out.

I really enjoyed this story, it was just a nice romantic read. The characters were well written and the secondary characters added to the story and you get drawn into the main characters arc to will them together. Tyler was a strong character and knew what she wanted from her career but the venerable side to her character intrigued me more. Seeing the cocky side to Cary was good but I always love a flawed character and especially a male character is lovely to read.

This is the first book I have read from this author and loved the writing style and character development, I can’t wait to read more from this author in the future.

The Predator Part Two (The Predator Series) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley

The Predator Part TwoThe Predator Part Two by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

We are launched back into the world of Chamberlain and Katie and my god what a second part to the story.

After being broken and lost, Katie is finally rebuilding her life and confidence to who she is, it has taken years to get this far but one day rocks her world when she sees him. Seeing Chamberlain has shook her but all the feelings are back and she is struggling with the realisation that he could hurt her again but is she willing to give love another chance?

Chamberlain has finally found his love, Katie but after so many years can he prove to her that it was other elements keeping them apart and he will try and make up for things till his dying days but there is only one thing he needs her to trust him again and not run away at every turn. Can I get her back where she belongs.

This conclusion to a thrilling story was just as epic as the first half. The story picks straight back up and has you back into the world of Katie and Chamberlain like you have never been away. The strength you see within Katie as the story unfolds is brilliant to read and with the secondary characters around her is just a wonderful story.

As you also get to see Chamberlain and get into his path you get to understand the workings of this complicated character and that he has nothing without Katie in his life which was just refreshing to read. With the twists and turns within this story you find yourself falling deeper into the world and becoming part of it.

I would definitely not recommend this book as a stand alone you really need to get the grounding from the first part but you would not be disappointed. Can’t wait to read more books from this wonderful author.

Lost Hollow: A Small Town Science Fiction Romance (Alienville Series Book 1) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Angela Shirley

Lost Hollow : A Small Town Science Fiction Romance (Alienville Book 1) (Alienville Series)Lost Hollow : A Small Town Science Fiction Romance (Alienville Book 1) by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Moira is on a chase to find her sister, the last time she heard from her was from Allenville but not is all it seems. Searching out the Police Chief Moira starts wondering is she in danger pursuing her missing sister but she has to get to the bottom of it even if every turn ends up a blank.

Seth is the Police Chief in charge of keeping the peace between the two elements which live within the town but when Moira comes into his life looking for her sister Claire knowing exactly what might have happen, he tries to help and guide off Moira so nothing happens to her like almost all the others but with his growing feeling for this woman he has a tough decision to make.

I am not normally a science fiction reader and this is my first read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed this story. This story is full of twists and turns with hints of conspiracies with mystery with danger intertwined.

The characters of Moira and Seth work well together as a duo and there interactions are brilliant within the story and there chemistry is off the charts and with the secrets and lies which are uncovered will there friendship survive.

This is a well developed story with a dark undertone and layers upon layers that as you get deeper into the story you start peeling back and more then appear which has you not being able to put the book down.

I will definitely look at reading other books by this author in the future.

The Predator Part One (The Predator Series) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley

The Predator Part OneThe Predator Part One by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chamberlain is aiming for the top in his fighting career, but when his gym closes for a refurb will he find somewhere to go and carry on training. When he walks into his new gym and seeing her, he is absolutely drawn but will she give the time of day. KC’s life has been planned out since she was born, what to wear, to say and even in the end when she marries exactly what she should wear but when she meets Chamberlain he seems to give her the confidence to break free of the mould her family has built around her but with them both being from different sides of the social status can there love survive the brutal jungle of life.

As their relationship progresses and the heat and passion drive on, there are rogue elements within each camp who would rather the relationship crash but can Katie and Chamberlain push through and have their happily ever after.

This is not the first book I have read by this author, and this will not be the last, the characters are so different but work together so well and you just want to believe that they can overcome the interference in the end and let love shine through.

The story was well written, and you felt like you were part of the story going into to the first chapter, with the twists and turns and the cliff hanger at the end you will want to dive straight into the second part to see what happens in the end. Chamberlain is a complex character who at first I was a little reluctant to like but as the story went on you get to see the true person he is and I started to warm to him. Katie was so different with her guiled cage and her frustration of just wanting to be who she is was hard to read but to see her blossom with Chamberlain which is great to read.

I am now reading the second part and devouring the next chapter in this series.

Discovering Desire (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Angela Shirley

Discovering Desire (Shattered Embrace #3)Discovering Desire by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

We enter back into the world of Club Shattered Embrace and oh my what a steamy world we get to see.

Derek is coming to terms with life outside of the military and has decided to delve into the Club world but when he sees Justine he has this unbelievable urge to protect her for some reason, so when she gets in the crosshairs and gets shot he decides to take her to safety in the woods where they discover the best of each other, but he also has to make the decision if he wants to take over the family business but he needs to get rid of Lucian once and for all.

Jordan is Derek’s play partner and while they are in Sub training she sees the attraction and connection between Derek and Justine but where does Jordan stand in all of this, so she has to understand what she actually wants out of the experiences.

Justine is a grad student writing her dissertation on human nature and what better way to observe is in Club Shattered Embrace but as she goes through the classes she awakens something inside of her that she was unaware of but when she is shot and is whisked away with Derek, can she keep her feelings for him hidden while she is helping him or will the Alpha in him call to her Sub.

This is the third book in the series and although the story flows well as a stand alone it is probably better for you to get the back stories about the other characters to understand some of the interaction but it is not necessary.

The chemistry from all the characters jumps off the page and have you totally engaged into the story where the sexually component and the twists and turns mould brilliantly together to give you a gripping story and well developed characters.

I love the Alpha dominance of Derek but there is also a softer side to him which melts when he is in protector mode which is just brilliant to read. Justine’s character is full of sass and determination in the end to get what she wanted which is a brilliant progression through the story.

I can’t wait to read the next instalment and other series by this wonderful author.

The Fallen Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book 5) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Angela Shirley

The Fallen Man: A Heartwarming Holiday Romance Set in the 1990s (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 5)The Fallen Man: A Heartwarming Holiday Romance Set in the 1990s by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Edward is the oldest of the O’Connell while in his youth he was a man about town, in the recent years he has seen his calling as a priest but has become illusion with his faith and needs a place to contemplate his life. So he makes his way back to Port Townsend his childhood and family home but what lies await for him when he gets there.

Lisette has her own chequered past but is keeping it well hidden, but secrets always have a way of coming out when you least expect them. So, when Edward enters the café and starts getting to know Lisette he becomes more intrigued with her everyday but can she hide her past from him especially when his family is against there friendship.

This book was lovely and heart warming, the characters were well developed and just brilliant to read you felt as a reader that you were invested into the story. I have not read the other books in this series and although I followed the story and understood a lot I feel if I had read the whole series I would have had a better understanding of dynamics of the family and each family member.

I loved these characters and all the secondary characters just adds to this story and with the fast pace its makes it unable to put down. The chemistry jumps off the page and I fell in love with these two beautiful people. I will go back and read the series from the beginning as this story has made me intrigued to get to know the O’Connell’s in more detail.

Love Rinkside (The Playmakers Series) by G. K. Brady – Review by Angela Shirley

Love Rinkside (Playmakers)Love Rinkside by G.K. Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Drew is just floating through his life at the moment, trying to get his business up and running but when his major contract is given to another company not because of the level of skill but that they are lower in price and know someone within the company he becomes depressed and when his sister and his brother-in-law persuades him to go to there Halloween party and he meets another misfit on the balcony, can he handle the attraction or will she put them into the friendzone.

Katie is invited to a Halloween party of her colleague but the theme is mascots so Katie pulls out all the stops and goes in the most embarrassing one but as she is escaping she spots some beers on the balcony but when she runs into a Banana things get interesting. Drew is the brother of her colleague and the chemistry between them is electric but Katie is not sure if she wants to have a relationship, but when he ticks all her boxes can she give this a chance.

This is a brilliant romance story where the characters are believable and you would love to have them in your real life rather than your book world fantasy. The story draws you in and has you rushing to turn the page to find out what happens next.

Katie’s character is full of sass and a great sense of humour which moulds brilliantly with the not too alpha character in Drew which was lovely to read, the chemistry between these two was just amazing and loved reading it. The secondary characters just add to the story and make it really enjoyable. I can’t wait to read more from the wonderful author in the future.

Salt Love by Marika Ray – Review by Angela Shirley

Salt Love: A Summer Romantic ComedySalt Love: A Summer Romantic Comedy by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kenna is having a bad year, cheating husband, passed over for a promotion at work the promotion was given to her enemy and she blow up at her boss in the boardroom but when she finds out her Aunt has passed away her life gets worse.

Once she has left to go to the Keys to start clearing her Aunts house she is greeted by her Aunt’s neighbour who in turn ends up being a co-owner of the boat club, but as she starts to get to know Dec she sees the softer side of him who would have known. As the chemistry grows between them can see put those feelings aside to survive the year in Sunshine Key.

This is a lovely easy romance story which gives you warm a fuzzies inside. The chemistry between the two characters is brilliant and the situations they find themselves in adds to the story. Kenna is kind of going through a crisis in life but with the death of her Aunt (although sad) is the catalysis that she needs to re-evaluate her life and add in the element of romance and you have a brilliantly written story and a great read.

This is the first main book I have read by this author but has read her collaborations which are brilliant. I can’t wait to read more books by this author.

Irresistible Bond (Central Florida Stories Book 5) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Angela Shirley

Irresistible Bond: Central Florida StoriesIrresistible Bond: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Storm, Marcus and Barrington were inseparable when they were young, although the attraction was there between all three of them they decide one night to delve into the chemistry. Although they loved each other with Marcus and Barrington being from a wealthy family, Storm was always seen as below them in there family circles.

One night Storm hears what there families truly think of her and she then decides to pursue her career within the DEA leaving the cousins to live there lives. Roll on four years later and when a operation goes wrong Storm is left with emotional and physical scars to recover from but when she is home Marcus and Barrington show up and restore faith in Storm slowly with there love and patience.

Can they make it work and can Storm trust the two cousins with her heart?

This is the fifth book in this series and although this is a series, this book can be read as a stand alone although there are some over laps with the previous books you can follow the story easily.

I loved the chemistry and relationships between all three of the main characters and the love they have for each other jumps of the page. There are some trigger topics with the scenes when Storm is held captive but this adds to the story and how remarkable the character of Storm is to try and overcome the experiences.

I have always liked Marcus and Barrington from the previous stories but they just are cemented more and more in my heart after sticking up for Storm with there family and living their lives they way they want to is just refreshing to read. The chemistry jumps off the page and the story is intense and flows brilliant which will have you staying up all night finishing this brilliant story.

I can’t wait to read more from this author.

Catch a Cowboy (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Angela Shirley

Catch A Cowboy (Match Made in Montana Book 2)Catch A Cowboy by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ted works at the Kincaid Ranch is grumbling around the ranch happy in his job but not too interest in romance. Although there is one person who might break his grump, Stephanie.

Stephanie has always had a soft spot for Ted, but when ever she is around him she becomes a blubbering wreck, but when Ted’s sister arrives and she is asked to help with Maddie his niece can he truly see her or will there combined heartache hinder them finding each other.

This is the second book in the series and although this can be read as a stand alone story there are some cross over with the first story. I love the slow burn as with the first book and Ted and Stephanie are the great together and although at first that Ted is against the attraction as of the age gap but as the story goes on and his niece who he is besotted with captures Stephanie’s heart aswell the chemistry then jumps of the page and has you delving into the story.

The way the characters are weave through the story is just brilliant and the secondary characters add to the twists and turns of the book.

I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.

Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Angela Shirley

Finding Love (Clumsy Little Hearts Trilogy Book 2)Finding Love by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rachel ahs always found the Mr Wrong and never Mr Right but while drowning her sorrows from the latest disaster of the dating game she runs into Miguel again and the sparks fly again like the first meeting of them. So when Miguel personnel prepares and cooks her meal the chemistry between them is off the charts.

Although Miguel sees Rachel and is instantly drawn to her, he himself has had horrors in the past and is not sure if he can commit his whole heart to her at the start, but as he gets to know her and the chemistry is sparking, can he trust her with his heart.

This is the second book in this series and although this is a series each book so far can be read as a stand alone story. Rachel and Miguel have chemistry jumping off the page but have both had heartbreak and failed relationship but can they put all that aside and trust each other. The story was compelling and gripping which draws you in and flows through these two beautiful characters.

The story is an uplifting one and offers an insight into the worlds of these two beautiful characters, also the secondary characters in the story add to the flow and will keep you reading to the end. I can’t wait to read the final book in this series.

Bad Enough (The Deadman’s Tribe Series Book 2) by Nicole Craig – Review by Angela Shirley

Bad Enough (The Deadman's Tribe, #2)Bad Enough by Nicole Craig
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sylvan is writing her next book, wanting to add a bit of spice she is given “Lobo’s” name to help her in the scene and understand the whole club world, so when she meets Lobo and he directs her and answers her question she is enthralled with the whole scene.

Although when she becomes involved in a case and she gets to meet the real Lobo as in TB can she put her emotions in a box like he can and get to the bottom of the missing girls or will she be the next victim.

TB has lived his life in the military, a great operative and team player but there is a side that he keeps separate from the team, the club. So his two worlds collide and he becomes determined to protect Sylvan but has the frustration when she will not give up her research to help with the case and puts her in the line of fire. Can he help her without letting his emotions come to the surface.

This is the second book in this series but can be read as a stand alone story, the story is full of twists and turns, with the chemistry of the two main characters jumps off the page. Although this is a rather long story you do not get the feeling, the story is fast paced and will have you reading well into the night to finish it.

I always love a flawed character and TB definitely is the definition of this although a strong Alpha he has had trauma from childhood and his career which has him being vulnerable in certain situations which is always refreshing to read. Sylvan also being a bit soft at first you get to see also the strong female character she is and making her a perfect equal for TB’s character. The secondary characters also gives this story an extra layer that is just brilliant to read.

I can not wait for the next book in this series.

Toasted (Love Burns Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Angela Shirley

Toasted (Love Burns #1)Toasted by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Libby has been in the town no more than minutes it seems like but who would know that her toaster would catch on fire and cause a storm. Who knew that this is a thing, not her. When the fire brigade comes to the rescue all she can do is feel embarrassed and angry.

Zach turns up to a woman in Disney Pj’s shouting about no-one told her about the secret of toaster fires and how dangerous they can be but all Zach thinks is she is adorable and really wants to get to know this woman. But can he charm her to go out with him or have to jump through hoops?

This is a quick lunchtime read that was light and just a lovely story. The chemistry with these two characters jumped off the page and was just wonderful to read. I have read a few books by Isobel and this one does not disappoint, can’t wait to read more.

Moonlight Drive by A.R. Hadley – Review by Angela Shirley

Moonlight DriveMoonlight Drive by A.R. Hadley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dani’s life as a child was hard, the abuse she encounter was not for young eyes or ears but her saving grace was finding Nick. New to the neighbourhood but wanting to protect her and then becoming more than friends in the end, until one day Nick decides to move away promising he will come back for her but will he fulfil his promise and come back to rescue her.

Nick is lost in a world were his mother is the neighbourhood bike and constantly pushing him and mental abuse of constant being not worth anything. The only person who loves him and cares is Dani but he needs to prove himself and to make something of himself, so he can provide a life fitting for her but as life goes on and he gets caught up in the world of celebrity can he remember the one person who loved him for him.

This is a story of lost love and friendship, where no matter how hard you love someone it maybe just not enough sometimes. I loved the split story of being back when they were young remembering the simple love they had but then the heart-breaking story of the adult side of the relationship.

The chemistry was brilliant and the characters just pulled at my heart with the journey they both need to go through to eventually come together but it was a rocky journey to get there. The secondary characters just enhance the story with the compassion they have towards each other.

This was a beautiful story and I was crying happy tears in the end, can’t wait to read other books by this author.