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In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Angela Shirley

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In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety (The Cecily Taylor Series #2)In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Now Cecily has all she wants will her world end up perfect or will it come crashing down around her.

Cecily is now famous with her acting and modelling but getting used to the celebrity life especially being so young in the middle of this crazy world but she still has one constant with Andrew. He is the only person who seems to get her, although one night may change that forever.

Andrew is living the dream, a great career and a beautiful girlfriend but one night may ruin his life as he knows it when he is photographed with a woman on his shoulder but even when he tries to deny it and is at a loss how this has happen, his whole world seems to be spiralling out of control.

This is a great addition to the series and brings the life of Cecily back into the forefront, the chemistry between the two main characters is off the pages and with the surprises along the way this story will have you gripped. I loved the young angst and that Cecily although has a lot of pressure on her at a young age is dealing with growing up in the media with growing up full stop.

The story was well written and the second characters added to the story brilliantly and I want a Grandma like Cecily as she was probably my favourite character in the series. I can’t wait to read more books by this author.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

In Plain Sight ( The Broken Bow Book 3) by Ashley A Quinn – Review by Angela Shirley

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In Plain Sight (Broken Bow Book #3)In Plain Sight by Ashley A Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when you find a man in your garden, that’s right you call your ex for help.

Rayna is minding her own business when she comes across a man in her garden, once finding him and he explaining his story, as Rayna is worried that his perpetrators will find him and come for him so the only person who she knows who can help both of them is the one person who break her heart years before.

Thomas has never really forgotten Rayna the one woman who had always had his heart but years before something changed and they ended up leaving each other. So, when he gets a call out of the blue from her that she needs his help he is straight their to help her but will be able to leave at the end or will he pursue what was suppose to be and be in her life forever.

This is the second story in this series and I loved these two characters, the interaction between them sizzled through the book and with the thrilling storyline and gripping scenes you have you turning the pages to find the conclusion in the story. I loved the way the story weaved through the history of these two characters and with the secrets and pressures make this a must read. Although this is the second book in the series you can read this book as a stand alone story but the characters do run through the first two books, I definitely can’t wait to read the next book in this thrilling series.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Savage (Ash Park Series Book 10) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Angela Shirley

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Savage: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 10)Savage: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you have to crawl back down the rabbit hole to find a killer, can Petrosky survive not just the serial killer but his own mind.

Detective Petrosky is in the middle of the most deadliest investigation of his career, he will have to go deep into his past to be able to find the monster who is on the loose.

I have to say this is the best book so far, I feel deeply for poor Petrosky I thought he could not feel anymore pain and that he could finally be free from the pain and his history but yet again a psycho is still threatening him and his posse.

This story is full of thrilling twists and turns and will have you hiding behind the sofa so to speak, the story weaves you deeper into Petrosky history which drives him deeper into his mind and the deadly cat and mouse chase with the next killer. I loved the psychological aspect and getting into the mind of both characters, and oh my was that dangerous for everyone.

If you love a really good story with twists and turns this is definitely a book for you, to get the best insight it is probably beat to read the whole series as each book builds stepping stones into the life of Petrosky and his friends and would be a great series to read. I don’t know whether to thank you Meghan or call the physiologist.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay – Review by Angela Shirley

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Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part oneSpiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are in a living hell, is there no escape. Until one day you find a miracle but will Tillie be able to take the chance and leave or will she be thrown back into hell.

Tillie has lived through hell, being brought up within an MC were women are lower than low and used as play things. Tillie has a dream to escape hell and try and forget about her life with the MC and one day she has an opportunity to do just that, all she has is a name and the world but is it that simple.

When she leaves she doesn’t realise that she has walked out of one hell into another and has to try and circum navigate this new world to survive all over again. Family secrets are revealed and Tillis is drawn between two worlds.

This story is not your fluff romance story by any means and at times it is hard to read but the author provided just enough honesty and integrity to draw you into the story. I loved the character of Tillie although she had so much tragedy and heartache this only made her into strong character she was in this book.

The twists and turns in this book were brilliant and although it was a difficult to read at times this enhanced the emotions within this story. This is the first book I have read by this author and can’t wait for Part Two.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

ANGUISH (THE JOURNALS TRILOGY BOOK ONE) AUDIO BOOK by D.M. EARL – Review by Angela Shirley

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Vengeance (The Journals Trilogy, #2)Vengeance by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is the continuation of the first book Anguish which I had not read but although I did get the gist of the first book to then find this book as the Vengeance and revenge that Quinn wants to inflicted as mush torture on her tormentors but will she be able unleash the violence or will she fall at the last hurdle.

Stone and his gang is fully behind Quinn and will do anything for her, with the instant attraction he has too her can he fulfil what she wants to happened or will it break them apart. Quinn tries to hide the attraction to Stone as she at times blames in him in part for that fateful day.

I loved this story and although I followed the book I think it would be better to listen to the first book to get a greater understand of the actions behind Quinn and Stone. I loved the feel of getting wrapped into the story and feel with eat word spoken you are in the story living the action and evoke real emotion with each word listened to.

I will definitely download the first book and get the next book in this instalment and see how these two broken people end up and will they have their happy ever after.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak – Review by Angela Shirley

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Jordan's ShadowJordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One night can change your whole path of your life, but will a strange help you crawl out of the darkness or push you further down the rabbit hole.

Jordan has had a traumatic history and this has sent her hurtling into the darkest realms of life, with her addictions of Alcohol and drugs numbing the memories but will she ever be able to come out into the light.

Hunter aka The Shadow is infatuated by her, her believes he is Jordan’s protector but underneath he is hiding a secret that if Jordan finds out may send her further into the darkness and there will be no way out.

I have to warn you this is not a romance with all the feels of flutters in the stomach and happiness, no this is a dark, dark story and will draw you in with tears and heartbreak. This story broke me, this is the first book I have read by this author and thought that they wrote an honesty and dramatic account of the initial attack and then the subsequent years after that really affected how she lived her life.

I liked that they were both scarred by something that happened in there past and are drawn to each other to try and resolve the sadness which both have but intertwined with happiness. I can’t wait to read more books by this author and I hope you enjoy this story but be warned you will need tissues.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Daisy’s Darkness (Wheels & Hogs Book 6) by D.M. Earl – Review by Angela Shirley

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Daisy's Darkness (Wheels & Hogs #6)Daisy’s Darkness by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are at the lowest part of your life, can you recover or will the darkness take you away.

Daisy is a girl who’s not really a cool or popular kid but has a cool group of friends who they can talk openly to each other and give each other the support they require to navigate High School, until Daisy finds herself swallowed up the darkness of her own world and feels that there is no-one who can help her.

Her life gets even worst when her brother starts dating one of her tormentors and thus cutting her off from her family completely. All Griffin can see that there is something not quite right with Daisy but can his friendship with her help her come to terms with the vicious circle which has become her life.

This story broke my heart, the subject matter may be difficult to read but it was written with dignity and a true understanding of the troubles that this character portraited. The sheer hopelessness that this character felt towards the end not being able to even confide within the family dynamic and have to hold everything in was gut wrenching to read. I hope if young girls read this story and are going through the same things have comfort and the strength to ask for help and be like Daisy in the end when she get helps from her loving family and friends.

The story was well written and the characters where brilliantly written. This is the first book I have read in this series and I believe this can be read as a stand alone story but I have downloaded the other books in this series to read as I really enjoyed this story and wanted to read more about these wonderful characters.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Shirley

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Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3)Auctioned by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you have wanted that man to come into your life and you become his whole life, well I thought I could not have that until Damian walked into my life but will the situation cause me to lose him.

Bryanna is the niece of a rich socialite Jenny Torzial but when she becomes the embroiled with in a Sex Trafficking ring will she be lost forever or will her white knight come and save her from the gang and herself.

Damian is part of the elite group of Billionaire Bodyguards who’s job normally takes on the mundane of the rich and famous but when he is enrolled to find Jenny’s niece who has vanished can he keep his feels in check long enough to find her.

This is the first book I have read from this author and omg I loved every word and was engulfed into this world hook, line and sinker. First off Damian has been added the ever growing list of book boyfriends and my god he can dominant me anytime he wants lol. The start of the story slows draws you into the world that Bryanna has been brought into and with the secondary characters this brings this world into the for front. As the theme revolves around the seedy world of sex trafficking it is written with sensitivity and humanity. I loved the strong, brave characters of Bryanna and her true spirit is shown within the story and with the Damian characters just add that bit of spice and sexual chemistry that sizzled underneath and when it finally exploded it was brilliant well scripted writing.

If you are looking for a fluffy romance I suggest another read, but if you are looking for well developed characters, a gritty and well written story then this is the story for you. I have already downloaded the two books before and can’t wait to delve into the Billionaire Bodyguards series. Thank you for a great book.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Two Hearts, One Stone by Leslie Scott – Review by Angela Shirley

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Two Hearts, One Stone (Boots and Babies)Two Hearts, One Stone by Leslie Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When your instantly having to look after your baby niece, will Stone’s life slow down or will he find the woman to save him.

Stone is a Horse trainer and manwhore and is not a shamed of the reputation but when he is thrown into having to look after his sisters baby girl everything changes with his world.

Emmy has returned home to her grandfather’s ranch and has a mega crush on him as soon as she steps on the ranch. After a brief one night stand with Stone there relationship takes a turn as she is his sole help with looking after his sick niece.

This is the first story I have read by this author and I loved the flow of the story and the characters interactions, the only thing I would say is that the story was not long enough to get the full aspects of the chemistry between these two characters. I thought that the Emmy’s character was a brilliant female character with her smart and intelligent personal traits, although I did not have a real connection with Stone’s character I have read a lot of man whore romance books but I could not really get into him until you see the softer side to him and then as I said there was not enough story to redeem himself in the long run.

I would definitely read more books by this author as I enjoyed the flow of the story and can’t wait to read more.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Shirley

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #3)Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Malina has kept her distance from her High School crush but one is all it takes for her to be completely smitten with him but as they say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Can it really be that simple?

Malina is working for the Navy Seals and in her darkest dreams would she believe that she would also see her High School Crush Tyler within that environment but one night of too much alcohol and lost inhibitions and his fantasy becomes a reality, then the cold light of day hits her and she returns to normal and tries to ignore Ty as nothing had happened.

Tyler has had a magical night with the Malina in Vegas but she has become offish to him once they are back but he can’t get it out of his head so when he returns back from a mission and finds she is accused of treason and is missing his only instinct is to find her and protect her.

I have read all the books in this series and I was wondering if Tyler would get his time in the limelight as he has always had a bubbling storyline in the other two books, although this is a series each book can be read as a stand-alone story. I loved the chemistry between these two characters and the story ebbs and flows through and is such a page turner. As I have said I have loved the character of Ty in the previous books and this shows the vulnerable side and I’m so glad that he has found a woman in Malina who is smart and a strong character in her own right.

I love the way Amy portrays her female characters with just enough vulnerability to need rescuing but with smarts and intelligence to be an equal to the Alpha males’ roles which just makes reading. I hope there is another book in this series and we get to see all the characters mature into their relationships. I recommend this story and this story so you will not be disappointed.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Loyalty & Lies (Spicetopia Book 6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Angela Shirley

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Loyalty & LiesLoyalty & Lies by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Paisley and Calvin are relaxing at there get away for their Anniversary but is it all rosy in their relationship or is something going on that neither will admit too.

Paisley and Calvin are celebrating their third wedding anniversary and before the baby arrives they are happy to dabble within the lifestyle, as Calvin is getting more comfortable wanting to experience more but when something does not feel right to Paisley she has doubts of is it the hormones or is something going on with her husband.

I am so glad that there is a crossover from Eastern Shore swingers as I loved this series and to be fair anything by Phoebe Alexander. I loved to see the insight into their relationship three years on and with Calvin so open to the lifestyle it is a real twist for Paisley who has always been so open to be the one who was insecure.

As always the story is well written and brilliantly written, as always I feel like I am within the story walking through the emotions of the characters as well as thinking I can be the friend with a shoulder to cry one ( I know its a book) but I have a great imagination. With the twists in the story it will have you delving into the book and devouring the pages to see the conclusion of the story.

You can read this book as a Stand alone but why would you not discover these two brilliant series, I would recommend reading the Eastern Shores first and then dive into the world of Spicetopia. I can’t wait to read the next instalment, thank you Ms Alexander for another brilliant read.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

The Executive’s Decision (The Keller Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Angela Shirley

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The Executive's Decision (Keller Family, #1)The Executive’s Decision by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens you are looking at repeating a mistake you made in a previous relationship. Regan knows Zach is not the same as her ex-boyfriend but can she truly give all to him and disclose her horrendous past.

When Regan moves to her new job, she swears off any office romance, as past history has not been healthy for her but that’s before she met her boss, Zach Benson. Oh, this man is wonderful and shows early on that he has feelings for Regan but she is trying hard to keep the distance between them until she can’t stay away any more.

Zach knows as soon as he sees Regan that he has fallen hard for this woman, he wants the marriage, Kids and the forever but as they start to get to know each other he feels that there is just something she is holding back from him. He is aware of her past relationship in bits but not the true story, but he knows that his family love her and are staying loyal to her but when she has to choose between the business and the love of his life, will he make the right Executive decision.

This is the first book I have read by this author and I really enjoyed the flow of the story; it is a typical boss and employee book but the characters were well developed and you felt like you were walking through the relationship with them. The secondary characters also in the book were brilliant and I would love to read more of the series and get to see inside the lives of some of them we had a brief insight into within this book.

Zach’s character was the alpha male protector and I loved his character and thought it complimented the character of Regan but at times I was a little frustrated with Regan’s internally arguments at times, although with this said I thought her character was portrayed brilliantly and some of the difficult topics were handled with the delicacy and respect they needed to be. I can’t wait to read the next story in this series as there is a great taster at the end of this book that I can’t wait to read Madeline and Carlos’s story next.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

THE ISTANBUL HEIST (CODE RAVEN SERIES Book 8) by LYNDA FILLER – Review by Angela Shirley

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THE ISTANBUL HEIST: Code Raven 8THE ISTANBUL HEIST: Code Raven 8 by Lynda Filler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When there is a heist, you don’t accept the Raven group to be there to investigate but what will they discover.

Luke has been sent on a mission to Istanbul and while he is there they discover something under the hum of the city.

Samaar and Alice decide to visit Luke while he away to get some R and R and shopping but when they befriend a shop keeper and get a call saying that there shop is being raided will that simple raid turn into much much more.

I loved the story and have always loved the relationship between the main characters, although this story features on Luke and them determining what is happening with the heist and the shop keeper they are also discovering things between their relationship and secrets. The story is full of action and is well written and flows really well. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Secure Her (The Chase Security Series Book 4) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Angela Shirley

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Secure Her (Chase Security #4)Secure Her by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Can Zach keep his feelings under wrap and help Saoirse learning the ways of a Dom/Sub relationship because if this fails, she may become the next victim in this uncover op.

Zach has always had a dominant streak from when he first discover sex and relationships, over the past couple of years he has been looking for a new submissive to play with. When his job in Chase security being critical, but a new assignment comes close to blurring the lines between professional and personal.

Saoirse is determined to bring down the human trafficking ring which has already claimed uncover police woman. When she recruits the help of Chase Security the only man who can help is Master Ice, Zach Wentworth. While they are training she becomes further and further into the lifestyle and discovers more about herself than she maybe prepared to acknowledge.

I have read the first three books and knew what I was getting with this book and it did not disappoint. This story was hard hitting and the subject matter was brilliantly weaved through and I’m glad that Zach has been given his own story. The relationship between the two of them was brilliant watching the dance that the story weave through was a thrilling read.

I loved the fact that Saoirse was an intelligent, smart person within her role in the District Attorney where she is in a relatively male dominant world so she had to be the balls to the wall woman. So when she meets Zach she starts to understand that although in her job she is in charge in her sexual life she wanted to relinquish the power and her pleasure to someone else and learning this for the role she will have to play going forward.

The way the characters develop the relationship was a brilliant read and well developed story, I enjoyed the story from the first word till the last. Although it is part of a series each book can be read as a stand alone book, I can’t wait to read the next instalment within this series.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Hacker (The Mercenaries Series) by Nadine Travers – Review by Angela Shirley

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Hacker (The Mercenaries, #2)Hacker by Raven White
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chris had thought all his dreams had come true, he had a sexy woman in his bed and although they had only just met he felt something between them but in the morning she was gone. Can he carry on with his life not knowing if that could have been something?

Chris has spent most of his professional career behind the keyboard and has got the nickname “Hacker”, but on a night out all that changes when he meets Maria. They end up in bed together and he feels like his world is finally complete until the morning light brings the foreboding realisation, she is gone with no way of contacting her.

After six months of searching everywhere she is a ghost and when he feels he needs to give up the ghost she comes crashing into his life with one scared phone call and then shit gets real.

Maria is brave and strong but her family is slowly chipping down the resistance she has built up, but one action will rock the world she lived in or survived in and she wants out. The only person she can think to help her walk out on him six months ago will be the man she hopes he is and helps her leave the world she hates but she needs to protect her sister as well, will he help them both?

OMG is all I am saying at the moment, let me breathe. I loved this story if you have not already realised, the characters were brilliant both flawed but still had love to give in their hearts. The relationship between Chris and Maria was brilliant, the initial reaction was pure lust but as they got to know each other and their relationship built up you got to see the smouldering passion and love building was just brilliant to read.

This is a well-developed story full of action and grit to get your teeth into. I loved that the rest of the secondary characters were invested within the mission and that their loyalty to each shone through within the writing. Whenever there is a strong leading woman sometimes the author goes overboard with the hung go attitude but I felt that the character of Maria had just the right amount of vulnerability to make her believable and someone you wanted to route for. As this is my first book by this author this book can be read as a stand alone but I am definitely going to read the first book in this series and can’t wait for more books to come out in this series. Thank you for inviting me into your wonderful world and may it continue.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Can Dreams Come True? (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 1) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Angela Shirley

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Can Dreams Come True? (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 1)Can Dreams Come True? by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are face to face with you idol absolutely love, will they live up to the expectation or crush your heart?

Cecily is full of excitement for her friend who is going to audition for a music video, but when that pop star is your heartthrob, oh my how can this day get any better. The production team are looking for the girl next-door not the new big thing and approach Cecily to do the video, when she accepts has she put a wedge between her friend.

As the video goes on she feels more and more comfortable with Andrew Holliday who would have thought her and this big pop star but as they start spending more time together she finds out there is more to this person than meets the eye. She feels he knows her better than anyone else and that becomes unnerving.

As soon Andrew sees her he knows she is special but with her having a boyfriend already can he play the friend in this relationship and wait until there is an opening to show her more than the pop star.

This is the first book I have read by this author and really enjoyed the teen angst and flowing story between these characters. The story is full of the what ifs, jealousy and the pains of growing up, making mistakes and trying to figure out what you want to achieve in both love and life.

The characters were well written and I really enjoyed the interactions between the characters, the soul searching had an element of try honesty and I felt jumping in with answers and questions along the way. For a first book in this series it opens the window to this series for me to want to read books and see where the author takes this great start.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Witness (Ash Park Series Book 9) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Angela Shirley

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Witness: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 9)Witness: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you think its a simple Breaking and Entry call, Oh boy how wrong was Edward.

Edward has been through a lot in this series and normally I would give a brief overview of the book but too be honest I don’t know where to start or want to give anything away. This book is another winner and with characters so rich and full of flaws and angst you are in for a brilliant read. If you love the physiological aspect within a thriller then you will love this book and this series.

I love the character of Edward but please no more destruction to him, I feel like I’m going to have a breakdown for him, but with everything that happens he seems to brush himself off and carries on as a compulsion he needs to help.

This book is a well thought out, twist upon twist and turns which will have you re-reading places to make sure you have not missed any hints or major plots as this is compelling from the first word to the last. I pride myself in at least by the middle of the book having a clue who or what will happen but Ms O’Flynn you had me guessing all the way through to a god honest Oh my moment at the end. I love the way your writing is intelligent and does not pander to the audience you make us work for the conclusion which is what you want from a great thriller. Although you could read this as a stand alone I would not recommend it, there is snippets of the characters pasts which it would be better to have followed through the journey with them to understand and to be honest why would you skip some of the best thriller stories I have ever read.

Thank you for this brilliant series and look forward to reading the next instalment.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek – Review by Angela Shirley

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8 Second Ride8 Second Ride by Shannon Nemechek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are stuck with the boss’s bratty daughter what are you going to do, strangle her or kiss her?

Tuck is biding his time waiting for his call up to the big Rodeo stage but he wakes up one morning knowing he will be late for work. After hauling his ass as quickly as possible he knows the only job that will be left is babysitting Jess the boss’s spoilt daughter which just grates on him.

When arriving at the Ranch all hell breaks loose when the decision has been announced and he is going to the PBR event and Mr Flanagan wants to throw him a party, who is he to say no.
Jess is smitten with Tuck but as she has putting on the spoilt brat attitude around him will he see beyond this act and see her for her. She can only hope.

This is the first book I have read by this author and loved it. The sweet nature of Tuck and in real insecurities that came from Jess was lovely to see. The two characters were well written and the chemistry bubbled underneath the surface until it exploded at the end. Although this is a novella the story is not rushed or sloppy but I would like to read more of their adventures in Vegas. I also loved the interaction of the secondary characters and I am sure there is a story regarding Bubba in there somewhere. Thank you for letting us peak into this world and hope there is more.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

A Tennis Pro To Die For (Cozy Mysteries To Die For Book 3) by Judy Moore – Review by Angela Shirley

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A Tennis Pro To Die For (Cozy Mysteries to Die For, #3)A Tennis Pro To Die For by Judy Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Well, what happens when you are bullied into taking tennis lessons but your instructor mysteriously ends up in a hit and run accident, it could only happen to Beck.

Beck has been hounded by her sister Lizzie to start going to Tennis lesson, so after a lot of coercing she finally gives in and starts her lessons at the local Country Club, but when Beck hears that one of the Tennis pros is found in a hit and run scenario her sleuthing vibes come to the forefront and is itching to get involved in the investigation but will Devon let her get involved. So to her surprise when Devon asks for her help she is all to eager to help solve this murder.

I have read all the books up to this stage in the Cosy murders and I love them, the characters are wonderful and I love to see the growth of them in each book I read. Beck is such a wonderful forthright character who knows exactly what she wants and is not afraid to run for it headlong even though sometimes it may get her into more trouble. I am so intrigued in reading the next book to see if the relationship of Devon and Beck moves into the next gear as I love the anticipation of the bubbling chemistry.

Although I love the main characters in these books, I am also glad the secondary characters are moving forward also, with Granny and Scratchoff (please involve him more, I love this character). With the fast pace of the book, you have no time to be caught sleeping, the book whisks you along with the story and you will end up saying that famous line “just one more chapter” and you know we have all been there. The story is well written and the plot twists are brilliant. I think this was my best book so far purely because of the interactions and the growth of the characters. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series to see where the next adventure/crime will take us. Although this can be read as a standalone book, I would recommend that you read the series as you get a better insight into the characters.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Reviewed by Angela Shirley

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato #0)Sons of Sindicato by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What happens when your world falls apart with a simple act or then again does it?

Braelynn is working her dream job, although she is not prepared to go just as far as their senior partner Wexler as he bent the rules in the past, she is looking forward to them announcing the new partner in the business and she is top of the list.
But, she is hiding a secret that if found out she could loss everything she has worked for but the more it goes on the more she does not want to keep it a secret anymore.

Seth is part of the biggest Mafia family and has certain rules which he has to follow, but when he is forced into situation where he requires a good lawyer in, she walks and oh my he can’t take his hands off her. Until one night their relationship shifts a gear were, he would do anything for this woman. Even go against his family!!!

OMG, this was brilliant I can’t not explain how engrossed I got within the story, well I read it in one sitting and it took me a few hours. The utter brilliance of the story was well written and did not seem to pad out the action. The two characters was so perfect for each other as she was sweet with a hint of danger and Seth well HOT is all it can say. The secondary characters were riveting and I had to check out the story of Dale as there is a brilliant excerpt at the back of this book and was gutted its not out you. Oh how you tease. This definitely a worthy read and I very rarely give out five stars but this book had me at the first word till the very last teasing sentence. As this is new authors, I have been busily trying to get my hands on more so. Thank you for bringing me into a new world.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Gunner: An Eidolon Black Ops Novel by Maddie Wade – Review by Angela Shirley

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Gunner (Eidolon Black Ops #6)Gunner by Maddie Wade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are completely broken, you have betrayed the family you have ever known to help your true blood family will they ever be able to forgive you.

Gunner is left broken, paying for the decisions he made against the people he deemed his only family but how could he have left his sister after she needed him when she was kidnapped. He is now in so much grief he does not know how he can carry on to live in this world with this guilt punishing him all the time.

Lacey has decided she can’t take the fame and abandons her life in the limelight to a quiet town but she always goes back to the time she had that one true love and he totally hurt her, until the day he walks back into her life and she sees he is just as broken as she is. Can they both heal each other or will a distraction threaten to end this budding relationship or can they both find the courage to fight for what they both want.

This is the first book I have read from this author and oh my I enjoyed every word from start to finish. I loved the broken nature of Gunner, who in essence should be a stone hard fighting machine but to see him so broken and lost was heart-breaking. When the two characters meet there is that initial chemistry but it smoulders underneath as they are trying to figure each other out all this time. My lord then adds in the element of the twist of who is after them and will their new found relationship recover brilliantly. The story is well written and the characters within the book are well developed and just enhance the story. I read this as a stand-alone story which I think is fine, but to truly get the family feel from the group I think I need to start at the beginning and read the series (oh what a hardship LOL). I think I have found my new obsession for the next few weeks.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

The Traveler: Chimera Rising (The Traveler Series, Book of Eleanor Book 3) by Shannon Nemechek – Review by Angela Shirley

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The Traveler: Chimera Rising (The Book of Eleanor 3)The Traveler: Chimera Rising by Shannon Nemechek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

We are back in Scotland with Katie and Colm following the story of the book but will there be some secrets that should not be revealed.

Katie and Colm are back in Scotland after the great revolution and trying to undertake the task they have been set, but coming back up with familiar enemies and battles can the two of them stay on track especially with the danger, magic and spies.

As they go through the book Colm also has some decisions to make but will he make the right ones, you will have to read and find out.

I have to start with if you have not read the other books, one why not?? but another I feel you would enjoy the story better having the full back story of the other two books. I was gutted when book 2 finished on such a cliff-hanger but glad this book picked right back up with the plot and the story just got better from that first page to the last.

I love these two characters together and they had to really rely on each other with the people and the tasks they had along the way. The book is full of twists and turns and I seriously did not see any of it coming which is always brilliantly in a story as this keeps you engaged until the end. I always loved the secondary characters which just give the book depth but also the amazing scenery within Scotland.

I can’t wait bring on book 4.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Where Flowers Bloom by Nikki Vale – Review by Angela Shirley

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Where Flowers BloomWhere Flowers Bloom by Nikki Vale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you discover your ideal home, well mansion but you realise you are not the only one living there?

Kendyll is successful within her careers at the moment but her relationship is just surviving so her and her partner decide to make a fresh start but when they try and find a new house her ideas and her partners are different until one day they come across an old mansion which calls to her and she buys it straight off.

This is the first book I have read by this author and have to say I loved this story. It was not quite what I expected but it was better than I could have imagined. I love the paranormal aspect of the story and learning the story behind the plantation owner which was a twist on the history of the mansion.

I loved how the book followed through the path of the parallel with her story and the old history of the house and for Kendyll to really think about her relationship and if it was the best for her in the end. The story was well written and the choice of the secondary characters really enhanced the book and I can’t wait to read more from this brilliant author.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Nobody Knows (Razes Hell Book 1) by Kyra Lennon – Review by Angela Shirley

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Nobody KnowsNobody Knows by Kyra Lennon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when you become the pawn in a game but when the game gets real what will happen to the friendship built.

Ellie, Drew and Jason have grown up together and are inseparable but when the boys band, Razes Hell starts getting recognised and the press pick up on tension between the two brothers Ellie unfortunately is stuck in the middle.

So as they go on Ellie realises that she is drawn more to one brother and it’s more than friendship she wants, she feels its felt by Drew but will her pleading love to one brother break up the friendship and cause a rip in the brothers relationship forever.

This is the first book I have read by this author and I thought it was a wonderful story with great characters and a well-developed plot. I love when an author draws you into the story and you do not know where the fantasy and reality line is drawn. Although at first, I did not take to the character of Jason as you go through the book you get to understand that Ellie and Drew have always been there to kind of mop up the decisions which he makes but when he loses that some what you do feel for him in the end. I loved the interactions between Ellie and Drew and seeing how these two really felt about each other it was wonderful to see them grow.

This is a brilliant story with wonderful characters and I can’t read the next instalment and more books by Kyra Lennon in the future.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Angela Shirley

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

When there is a serial killer on the prowl, will Cade be able to solve these gruesome murders and catch the killer.

Cade has been assign a case which will take all his years within the police to try and track and catch a serial killer who is killing blonde glamourous women. As Cade investigates the killer becomes more invested within the cat and mouse of the chase and will either one of them win this deadly game.

I have to say I was looking forward to this story but at times I was a little disappointed in the book. Although the story was full of twists and turns the actually sleuthing was not that difficult to predict who the killer was, it also was a two POV conversation of the two characters which was great but did not leave much to the imagination with for me is the best part of a book.

With that said the overall story was constructed well and flowed through the story very well, there were a lot of characters within the story to sometimes keep track of which did detract from the story some what sometimes but the main characters hold the tread through the book. All in all the book is a great read, I would like to read more by this author in the future.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

A Hole (Alpha Bet Guys Book 1) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Angela Shirley

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A Hole (Alpha Bet Guys Book 1)A Hole by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ace is just getting his career on the comedy circuit but once he sees Ella in the bank he feels he needs to get to know this woman.

Ella is flattered with the attraction and accepts the bet which Ace has placed down but when her friend explains that Ace maybe a player, Ella’s decision changes.

This story is full of humour and is a brilliant short story, the characters are well developed as usual and although this is a short story it does not feel like that, you want to know more. The story revolves around Ella and Ace, with him trying to make her laugh but with her insecurities on high alert as to will she be the butt of the joke.

I love Phoebe’s writing style and this is not the first book I have read and it surely will not be the last one.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

At All (The Adams Brothers Book 3) by Mindy McKinley – Review by Angela Shirley

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At All: Adams Brothers: Book 3At All: Adams Brothers: Book 3 by Mindy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When a dark sexy handsome saxophonist rents the studio next Maelie will her would turnaround just as its getting settled.

Maelie is from violin royalty her father is a brilliant violinist and while she appreciated all that came with the fame of her father she too has passion for the instrument but wants to be acknowledged for her own ability. Which brings her to now, she is comfortable and has found true passion in teaching this wonderful instrument. While her life is going along on track, what happens next may knock her straight of course with her new neighbour in the studio.

Seb is at the height of his career and when all that comes crashing down after partying to hard and drinking excessively he needs to regroup and prove to himself and his peers that he is okay to come back into the world he left so abruptly. He decides to teach the instrument which has given him the greatest pleasure but boy if he thought teaching would be easy think again. Then add in the sexy uptight neighbour who is invading his dreams will he every be able to go back to old life again.

I loved this series and all the brothers but I think Seb has always been my favourite with his hint of bad boy about him, this book was a great look into the character and see that actually he is sweet as the others. The story was well developed and flowed through brilliantly with the interactions between these two characters. I love Mindy’s writing and this does not disappoint to conclude this series with no real what if questions. Although these books are great reading as a series I feel that they can also be read as a stand alone story and you would get just as much excitement.

I can’t wait to read more books by this wonderful author.

Review By Angela Shirley

Coyote Summer by Laura Koerber – Review by Angela Shirley

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Coyote SummerCoyote Summer by Laura Koerber
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

When an event in your life imbeds itself in your head, will there ever be a time you can forgive yourself.

Ben is a preppy kid who is a bit shy and vulnerable but he wants to fit with the popular kids and strives to be accepted. Although he is friends with Clint, Ben’s parents are trying to keep up with Joneses and loves that their son is friends with the congressman’s son, but this friendship will be put to the test one night.

As they attend a party, everyone is getting drunk and stoned but as the night goes on Ben sees Claire, a girl who he has a drunk conversation with and when she excuses herself after a while he decides to go to the bathroom where he stumbles upon a scene which makes him sick. He sees Claire totally out of it and Clint assaulting without her knowledge or consent. As Ben wrestles with the scene in front of him he tries to step in and stop the heinous crime that has happened. After that night Ben can not get the scene out of his head and always wonder if he could have done more to help.

Roll forward and Ben and Clint are still friends but the past has come to haunt both of them, can Ben stand up for himself or will the past eat him up forever?

I have to start off that this is not normally a genre I read and was wondering if I would be able to read the book due to the contents, but I am glad in a way that I persisted and got through it. I have two say that I feel this book is of two halves, the first half through the trials of the assault and the heartbreak around that, with the soul searching from Ben knowing that he needs to disconnect from Clint with his toxic nature. The second half of the book was a bit out there and although the feeling of the book did not change, I felt this was a strange turn of events within the story.

Aside from this I really enjoyed the book and although some people may be put off by the content of rape it was written with care and my heart went out for Claire. Although I had a hard time relating to Ben and his turmoil, I did understand the elements which got him to that point and that the soul searching in the end helped him become who he wanted to be. Although this is not normal for me I did enjoy the story and would read other books by this author.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Capturing Fate by Abbie Roads – Review by Angela Shirley

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Capturing Fate (Fatal Truth, #2)Capturing Fate by Abbie Roads
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When your job is mainly based on instincts and you then start doubting it, can you carry on and find the evil that you are trying to find.

Dolan Watts is an FBI agent with a history but that history pushes him to be able to understand the minds of some of the evilest criminals until now. This new case is different and will he be able to push back the physiological aspect and get on with his work but this one likes to mind games so he needs to ask for help but will he be able to keep it professional.

Daughter Dawson is a psychologist and once she meets Dolan, she then is compelled to help him although this man could destroy the walls she had built up for so long. Can she keep the distance and stay professional or will the lines blur and they become too close to find this mind-bending killer?

I love a good psychological thriller and this one ticks all the boxes. The story twists and turns into areas you did not think would take you. The characters were well developed and complemented each other brilliantly and with the similar backgrounds they both had it draws you into the story and the characters and gets you fully immersed into the story from the beginning.
This book can be read as a stand-alone story but I found reading the first book Saving Mercy a great stepping stone into the wonderful world and mind of Abbie Roads. I can’t wait to get stuck into more books by this wonderful author.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts, Book Three) AUDIO BOOK by KG Fletcher – Review by Angela Shirley

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A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts, #3)A Sun So Bright by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when you have all the money and not have to think about surviving but it is a lonely at the top.

The story follows the life of Fiona. Fiona is a socialite and after trying to find a date to an event and failing she decides to get drown her sorrows she plots a plan to ask the handsome bartender to help her out.

Chris is just doing his job and in she walks, after talking to her over the course of the night she proposes that he becomes her date for a function and after that all hell breaks loose

I love this author and this story does not disappoint, the characters were great together and the story flowed brilliantly. The reader was passionate and added to the emotion of the flow to the story. As the story goes along you see into the relationship and understand that Fiona is looking for love but can she trust Chris with her heart.

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

Reviewed by Angela Shirley