When Kayla needs to leave her abusive relationship, where can she go that will not cause problems with her or her family.
Kayla is running away from an abusive relationship and decides the best place to go is home, the only problem is she does not want to bring the unwanted attention that her ex will bring if he finds out where she has escaped to. Only once she is home he has also returned, Jaxon should be here Kayla had thought she had got him out of her system, her first love and mistake. But, will she be able to protect her family and her heart.
Jaxon has retired from the navy and has decided to go back to his home town to help out with the local police department. Although he is trying to piece his life together, he not expecting to see Kayla, the one that got away.
The story is a great page turner from the beginning till the last page will have you at the edge of your seat. The chemistry between these two characters jumps off the page and will have you routing for them at every turn. The story was well developed and constructive with the twists within the pages. This not the first book I have read by this author and it will not be the last, I can’t wait until I read the next book in this series.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When Gabi is finally out of the marriage she hated, can she make a new life for herself or will her world come crashing down around her.
Gabi is now flying high after her divorce and has started a new business venture with her best friend. While they are newly set up a job comes in for them to design and project manage the restoration of an old building but when she needs to find a carpenter that’s when her life becomes complicated.
Mason Adams can’t put a foot wrong, everything he touches turns to gold as it seems, but will this new job be the ending of all that especially with when he lays his eyes on Gabi he is done for.
This was a great story, with well developed characters and brilliant fast pace story. Although this part of a series, this book can be read as a stand alone story. I loved the ways the story flows through with the banter from Gabi and Mason which weaves through to the chemistry they have at the end of the story. I am a bit confused with ex-husband storyline, I understand that this may have caused some trust issues with in her confidence but to not try and explain this to Mason was left flat.
I recommend this book and this series and can’t wait to read the next book in this instalment and other books by this wonderful author.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Rose is standing there looking into the face of her past, not only her past but he ripped out her heart 20 years ago and she still has not quite put it back together. What will she do?
Rose is the owner of the local flower shop; she loves the job she does to injection happiness in the flowers she provides. A total romantic but life has been cruel to her after the love of her life left 20 years ago without even a backward glance. Once a year she becomes cupid with her Valentine Admirer event but she did not expect a shock this year.
When Liam needs to get away for a bit and get his head together after a surgery goes wrong, instead of going to see his girlfriend he decides to go back to his hometown. After being run out of town 20 years ago will he be able to confront the anger he felt all those years ago. So he booked an Airbnb and arrived at the flower shop. He did not believe he would be looking face to face with his past.
This story is a great tale of friendship, betrayal and trust and that you feel strong emotions with both of these characters. Liam’s character shows that he needs to soul search but needs the familiarity of his best friend to help him along the way. I loved the relationship between these two characters as the frosty beginning to then you are routing for them to rekindle the chemistry they had when they were younger. This story is well written and is a great paced book which once you have started can not put down. Although this book is part of a series, I feel you can read this as a stand-alone book. This is the second book I have read by this author and would love to read more.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Bella is happily going through life, she is determined to make this year’s production the best it can be as her job is literally on the line, but in waltz’s a stranger from her past which she really wants to forget, but can she truly hate him.
Bella has lived her life with the regret of her one true love left to pursue a career in music which left her heart broken and determined to care for life. Roll forward and she is more than ever dedicated to her students and with the add pressure of her job if this year’s school production does not go well but in the midst of all this going on in her life, in he strolls like nothing has changed and can she hate him or will the past come full circle.
Cade is a rock legend, but when he returns to his hometown to say goodbye to someone he loved, can he recover and go back on the road. Cade then has some hard memories and decisions he needs to relive and recover.
I loved this story, it is full of what other people have said a Hallmark movie feels. The characters in this have a great chemistry which pulses off the page but what I love is that their relationship burns slowly at first and you get to truly know the characters. Each character has their fair share of angst and regrets which make them super relatable and I always think that those types of characters you could so easily have as friends. Although the main characters are well developed and written, the secondary characters also add an extra layer to the story and make it hard to put down once you have started reading.
This is the first book I have read by this author but I definitely would like to read more of the author and this series. If you enjoy a good romance with well written story and characters then this is a story for you.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you are in slump after a mission has gone wrong and you start questioning things in your life, in walks an angel and you believe everything will be alright, or will it.
Xander is a navy seal but when his mission with his team goes wrong and causes him to have to take some down time to recover he feels that sometime just was not right with the intel, bit he has more to worry about when his girlfriend decides to leave him he feels like the world is working against him. One day all this changes when he hears a voice that he is instantly drawn too but will he be able to convince the owner of the voice they belong together.
Riley is a grad student, working in a coffee shop to help with the funds but one day she see him, the man who she can’t get out of her mind although she is in a relationship but what she thought was in her past, may invade her future.
I loved this story and I love Amy McKinley’s novels and this is just as good as the other stories. The chemistry between these two characters was brilliant and drawn you in. The writing draws you into the story and keeps your attention from the first page to the last.
I also think the secondary characters enhance the story and make this a un deniable great read. The tale twists and turns and brings both of the characters history to light which just adds to the mysteries within the story. I not only recommend this book and can’t wait to read the next book in the series but if you love this book you need to read the other series by this wonderful author.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Happily, ever after is a collection of stories written by different styles of authors and I love reading these types of collections because this is were, I find new authors and interesting characters. The books are easy to read and I can get through a couple in a coffee or lunch break. I defy anyone who does not either find a new author or a great story within this collection. I had a few favourites within the collection but my favourite was Don’t Worry, I still hate you by Marie Skye so I decided to review this book: –
Don’t Worry, I still hate you – Marie Skye What happen in Vegas stays in Vegas they say, well I can tell you that is bull because who’s the last person you want to see to become your roommate. Yep, you guessed it the mistake from Vegas. This is a fun, full of chemistry story which will have you routing for the main characters although at times its rocky and you’re not sure where they will end up. The story is a quick read and for the length well-constructed and you don’t feel cheated with this being a novella. I have read a few of Marie’s books and they always deliver and this one does not disappoint.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Carly is happy skiing during the winter season but she has a secret from years ago which intersects her life and her relationships. Carly enjoys the one a season lover who can vanish at the end of the season with no strings attached. Until she sees Chris and something stirs inside that she has not felt in a long-time but will the feelings reciprocated or will she be left wanting again.
Chris was a Olympic Skier until that fateful day which changed his life forever. Although he is now determined to make the Paralympic team and is dedicated to the task he can’t stop thinking about the woman on the slope.
I loved this story and we the chemistry between these two characters was brilliant and that jumped off the page. The story delves into the both characters ups and down, plus the sheer determination that nothing is impossible if you put your mind to it.
The story is well constructed and draws you into the story and bring the characters into your heart, especially when you are urging them forward into their relationship and feeling you are living the story with them. I can wait to read the next book in this wonderful series.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When your mother asks for a favour you have to say yes, so why when she walked into the party to deliver the cake she feels vulnerable. Then when the birthday girl asks you to stay and then introduces you to her son, this is not going to end good or is it?
Sandra is getting ready to go out with her girls, it Friday night time to party but when her mom asks her to deliver a birthday cake to one of her best clients, Sandra can only oblige. Once at the party Lil whose party it is asks her to stay and introduces her to her son, Jacob. Sandra has an instant attraction to Jacob but can they see where this delicious chemistry goes or will it be a missed encounter.
Jacob is broken, he has had betrayal from not only family but from love, he hides his heart in a vault of stone and never lets its out. His encounters are all of the one night stands, where he gets what he needs and nothing more, but he has been invited to his mother birthday party which he real does not want to go to as family affairs are either awkward or end up in fights, so Jacob tries to stay away as much as possible but he decides to show his face and then leave. As he is milling around the party his mother introduces him to Sandra and within that first encounter his hearts starts to thaw and he feels he wants to get to know this woman better.
As the story goes on you get to see the chemistry build as Jacob pursues Sandra and how the story weaves between the family dynamic of Jacob and will he be able to let go of the bitterness and pain that has him wallowing for years and is Sandra the woman to smash through the wall.
I loved this story, it is great to see a male character vulnerable and broken and is not afraid to show this side to them. The chemistry between the two main characters was brilliant and the banter at time was wonderful. I loved the character of Sandra who was independent and sassy and took not crap from Jacob even though he was relentless at times pursuing her. This was a gripping story which had me hooked and I could not turn the pages fast enough.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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This is a collection is a wonderful selection of authors and stories for you to get your teeth into. This Anthology has all sorts of genres and I defy anyone can’t find something for them.
There are about 26 stories which you will indulge in hours of reading, I love these collections because this is were I find new authors to explore and get to add more to my growing TBR list. As there is so many it is hard to pick just a few of my favourites but one I really enjoyed was Paper Love by Aubrey Wynne.
This story follows Jess who has left her home town and has found herself in the US. With trying to adjust to the chance in pace she finds that she has attracted the advances of her best friends brother, Ben. Ben tries everything to get Jess to go out with him but to no avail.
As the story goes on you see the interaction between the characters is brilliant and the banter is great. This is a lovely story and I believe is a great uplifting story which I recommend for you to read and the other stories in this anthology.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you have to give up the man of your dreams, then four years later your life is getting there and you are coming to terms with the decisions you made. A blast from the past comes blowing in and when he’s angry with you, can you both get past the betrayal.
Tessa has a new life and four years on her life is starting to get back on track, she still thinks about the boy she left behind but she had no choice. While getting on with life in walks a major part of her life that she thought she would never see again, Jordan.
Jordan is still hurt and angry after Tessa left and although four years has gone he still feels angry at her disappearance, until one day he walks in a spots her again. Will he be able to forgot or will his anger and betrayal be too much.
First of all, although this a great story in its own right you may need to read the first book as it sets up the story before and although this does have some detail you may need to follow. The story is brilliant, its great to see the two of them four years after Tessa left and with the emotions running high for both of them it makes a great read.
Although I understood Jordan’s reaction to the information he finds out he does not proceed in a sensible way although he is willing to listen I think he still acts like an a$$ and his family was even worst. I did feel sorry for Tessa and that she was trying to get her life together but while she is trying to live her complicated life in walks Jordan and throws everything into turmoil.
The book is well written and the characters are brilliantly created and interact, I loved the second book in this series and can’t wait to read the next book for this great author.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you are on the biggest case of your life, in walks a complication to life. Will Miriam be able to concentrate on her job as well as trying to understand were her lover fits into her life.
Miriam is a sassy, independent woman who is a tough New York cop, but when she is given the biggest case of her life she puts 110% into finding the decades old serial killer. As she investigates a lot of herself is drawn into the case and will she have anything left to try and sort her heart out from years ago.
Jesse has had his fair share of broken hearts but the one that has really hurt him the most, is the person he hopes he may be able to avoid with his new job in New York but when they do finally meet all the feels come flooding back even stronger but will be able to break the wall around his heart and give love a second chance.
I have to say that all the books by this author hit the mark and are well written and the characters are excellently developed and this book does not disappoint. I loved the glance’s of Miriam in the Maggie Series but never thought she would be brought to her full glory in her own book.
The chemistry between Jesse and Miriam from their first interaction has you salivating that this will be a full emotional encounter and they really compliment each other perfectly, then add in the suspense and thrilling storyline of the serial killer within the story and this leaves you wanting more, with questions that are still circling around in my head.
I would love to read more stories evolving Miriam and fingers crossed more will be released in the future. This is a great thriller with twists and turns and a great book you can’t put it down.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you have tried to put the past behind you, a chance meeting can turn your world around but is that a good thing.
Tara has travelled the world and has finally decided to return home with her family. One day when in her restaurant she walks a face from the past and although she tries not to fall for the smile and the quirk of his lips but nothing can stop her falling for Jace Travers.
Jace has had his troubles and heartache through the years, but he is hoping that the new surroundings and job will help him heal and move forward. He does not accept a delightful past to be staring at him when he walks into the restaurant, will he be able to past behind him and have some happiness.
This is the first time I have read anything by this author and let me tell you she is now on my to read list. This story is full of action, thrilling suspense and of course a romance running through it to add to the well written and developed story. The story weaves into intrigue with some angst and emotion running through.
Once I started reading, I could not put the book down and must admit I had a late session to finish off the book. The characters are brilliantly written and compliment each other perfect, with the addition of the secondary characters giving the story a great depth. If you enjoy a good thriller with a hint of love then this is the book for you.
I can’t wait to read the first book in this series and this is on my kindle ready to go, can’t wait to see the next instalment and see where this series goes too. Ashley Quinn you have a new fan in me.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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I truly love this series and the wonderful characters that Tamara Ferguson creates within her worlds. If you have never read a book by this wonderful author then all I can say is why not!!!!!
This book engulfs you back into Crystal Rock and lets you eavesdrop on this wonderful story were to a point you believe are living the life with the characters. I loved the character of Mia she is so warm and loving, with just a hint of longing for a love she had when she was younger. Noah although the rugged Air Force hero has his own demons to battle but just needs to reconnect with the loving soul he fell for while at music camp all those many years ago.
The story will have you hooked from the first word to the last and with Tamara you get all the feelings and emotions drawn from the brilliant writing. To say that these people before you become like friends and that you feel so drawn into the book you feel you are following them all the way.
If you like books with heart and well written stories, developed characters and just a bloody ggod read, please check this brilliant author you will not be disappointed.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When Fiona was asked to help out a transfer student, little did she know a blast from the past would come back and haunt her.
Fiona has been asked to help a new transfer student out from the football team but when she meets him for the first time she can’t believe its Connor, the boy who she had feelings for all those many years ago but he went away and she thought he was gone forever.
Connor had to leave to help support his family, now that he is back in Dublin can he rekindle the love he had for Fiona or has she moved on.
I really enjoyed this story, I have read many stories from this author and love them all, this does not disappoint. The interaction between the two characters was brilliant and although you feel the heartache for both of them the story developed into a great book.
I felt like I was transported into the story with each turn of the page and my only disappointment was the book was not long enough. I recommend all of Amy’s books you will not be disappointed with the well written stories and well developed characters. Give her a go.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Noel is trying to get over a bad divorce but with a string of hope that keeps dragging her back, can she put the past finally behind her and find love.
Noel is trying to recover from yet another deception that her ex-husband has done across her and is feeling pretty low at the moment, when her friend and customer invites her to come on a business trip to get over the heartache, she was not expecting to find love.
Leon is on a trip to his friends wedding, but when he meets Noel in the bar at the restaurant and they get on so well, will one night be enough. Until he rocks up to the wedding and he see Noel and can’t believe his luck.
This is a lovely story and a true overcome your past book. I love the banter between the two main characters and the story is well written but I want more, I want to see the after in this story. I hated reading the betrayal behind her ex-husband as Noel was such a giving person and although he had cheated on her before you would think he would mend his ways and try and give the relationship another go but no sadly. I feel she had to go through this for the author to give her a happily ever after with Leon.
This was my first taste of this author and would love to read more in the future.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you had so much tragedy in your life, can you find another love.
Lorenzo had everything he ever wanted, a beautiful wife and a lovely baby girl but one day all that got ripped from him and he then had to survive with his baby girl.
Carissa thinks she has the world ahead of her until one night when her partner decides she is not enough for him, can Carissa find love again with someone else.
I loved this story, as Lorenzo has been through so much in his life and then to find love again was a lovely story to read. The chemistry between the two characters was brilliant and warm and fuzzy inside. The story is well written and evokes all sorts of emotions with you as you read the wonderful words on the page. I could not put the book down and as this was the first I have read by this author and I was not sure what to expected but this just makes me want to read more by this wonderful author.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Thomas is back were he grow up and looking at things which bring back memories of a life he left behind, until he stumbles into a restaurant and sees the childhood friend he has not seen for a longtime.
Emeline is a smart, attractive and is trying to make ends meat until a stranger from the past comes breezing in the door and put her back to the time they were best friends and the attraction she felt.
The story was brilliantly written and when you read book by KG Fletcher you know what you are getting with great characters and brilliant storylines. I loved the characters of Thomas and Emeline as they were a great complement to each other, the history they had from childhood filters through the story and gives them a great base to brilliant story. I love an audible book as it gives another prospective to the story and with the passion and personality that the reader gives you it is a element which draws you in further to the story.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you have a crush on a fellow co-worker but will never do anything about it as office romances always go wrong.
Aurda was up for a big promotion but so was Charlie, the only probably she has an attraction to Charlie but an office romance never goes well especially when they are in direct competition with each other.
Charlie has been attracted to Aurda ever since she stepped into his life but they are definitely in friends zone at the moment until one night changes that forever.
I loved this story of love and chemistry, letting your feelings just take over and throw caution to the wind. Both the lead characters compliment each other perfect and the chemistry and banter between them was brilliant. I was hooked from the first words until the last, with this well written story you feel like your transported within the story.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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What happens when you are new in town, trying to run a business and are accused of stealing? Try to find out who really has committed the crime.
Joanie has set up her bakery in a beautiful little town and as this is her first Christmas a little anguish about her shop window as although she can decorate a cookie her other decorating skills leaves a lot to be desired.
But when things start happening within the town, all eyes land on Joanie when an engagement ring is stolen and the last time it was seen was in her shop. As the accusations run around the little town, can her reputation cope with the growing tension within the town.
I loved this story; it was a funny mystery which was well written and great characters. Joanie’s character was warm and welcoming and I would love to go and shop at her lovely bakery with all the wonderful goods that are described. This book is a little Christmas cheer in a gloomy world at the moment. If you want your Christmas spirit lifted then I recommend this great novella for a great quick read.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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This is a great series and each book opens up the world of the Chase security and delves into the world of these hunky security guys.
The first book is Secure Desire, When one night imprints in your mind and has never really forget it, but when a chance meeting with the same person stirs up those feelings again, do you go for it?
Ian is a ex-navy seal who has embarked on new horizons with new businesses, but when he meets a blast from his past, will he give love a chance or stay well away.
Cassie is trying to rebuild her life, after an attack she has been left with amnesia, until Ian comes into her life she remembers some of their history but this causes her to have anxiety of what will happen next.
This is the first book in this series and I thoroughly enjoyed the aspects of mystery, intrigue and interlaced with romance. The book held my attention throughout and was eager to race through to get the end on who was after Cassie and the reason. Cassie and Ian’s characters where well developed and the chemistry came through the story.
The story itself was well written and weaved through the suspense and mystery well. I really enjoyed the fresh plot as some of these ex military can be the same but this was a great twist on this genre. I definitely recommend this story and can’t wait to read the next instalment
The Second Book is Secure Again, When you have a blast from your past, will you be able to resist or crave what you have been missing all this time.
Elizabeth is a doctor who has a troubled past, although she takes her oath very seriously but when a man from her past comes crashing in will her heart be able to survive the encounter.
Martin is the CEO of Chase Security, when his brother is admitted into hospital, Elizabeth is the last person he thinks he will see, but will there past be able to be overcome and hopefully create a fresh future or will the past catch up with them and will Martin have to save her from the threat that is attaching them.
This story is full of action, thrills and twists. Martin’s character in the first book was so strong and controlled, in this book you feel the vulnerability in him and it is great to see him in turmoil over this independent and sassy woman. This story was well written and had me on the edge of my seat with every turn of the page. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series and see which one of the characters is next to get his story.
The final book is Secure Heart, When you are asked to help a friend to manage one of there facilities, will his broken heart ever be mended when a woman and her daughter need his help.
Julian is suffering from a broken heart, widowed for a few years he has not really seemed his self since. After starting his job at San Diego office of Chase Security will this be able to try and forget the past, but when he is asked to protect a woman and her young daughter, plus having to deal with a serial killer within his patch, will he be able to manage both of his assignments.
Holly is a single mother trying to survive in the world, with her song writing and singing she is getting by, until one night an attempt on her life shakes her and enrols the help of Chase Security and in walks Julian. As they work closely together she starts to see that there can be light in his broken heart but will she be able to crack through before its too late.
I love this series, each book offers a great insight into the worlds RL Dunn creates. Julian and Holly’s characters are brilliant together and the chemistry pluses off the page and just draws you into the story where I could not stop reading. I do have to say I think these two are my favourite of the duo’s I have read and the tension and action is just enough not to be too unrealistic.
Each story can be read as a standalone but some characters do arc into each story and who would not want to read more of this wonderful stories. I can’t wait to read the next instalment to this story soon.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you meet the man of your dreams but the best way to love him is to leave, can your heart ever recover.
Cade is driven off the road into the river but as he is sinking into the river wondering how he will escape an angel comes and recuses him, although they are safe as soon as he tries to find she vanishes into think air. Nadia recuses Cade but when the instant attraction happens she needs to escape quickly before it gets more complicated.
Although they both can’t the incident out of there minds a chance meeting years later ignites the chemistry between them but can both of them take a risk and chance a relationship.
I loved this book, as with all Amy’s books they are full of action and well written characters, this is a great taster and you are left wanting more with these two wonderful people. The characters are full of flaws and with their attraction this make for a great read. I can’t wait for the series to come if this is any indication of the characters and stories.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you are fighting a invisible force, then you find yourself attracted to someone but has Sloane time to find out if it could be more.
Sloane has put her career behind her and she is now a part of the Guardians Angels as the vigilante, can she carry on and try and stop the evil force which is still in the city.
Luke has had his fair share of violence being within the military but when he sees Sloane and feels the attraction can he be drawn back into the world and still be able to open up to Sloane and with the chemistry sparking can they start a relationship in the middle of chaos.
I love this story, as the second installment it is full of action like the first story and with Sloane’s character it drives through the chapters and has you drawn in from the beginning. As the book goes through you wonder if they can ever be together with Sloane’s secret will she let Luke into her world. The chemistry between the two characters jump off the page and I love the way the story weaves in and out of the city which builds the suspense of the story. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When your life is finally falling into place, is it too good to be true.
Logan is finally getting her life in order, first Ben then they decide to buy a house and looking into fixing it up but when another murder happens guess whos in the middle to try and solve it. Yes Logan.
With her discovering in the last book of her half sister Olivia and worrying about meeting her, they uncover a murder. The Collins and Ellis have had a family feud dating back years but when Charlie is killed and Wade Ellis is the prime suspect things is going to get busy and bring in the family feud of old.
I love this series, from the first book til now you have seen how Logan has grown and overcome her family secrets and find love. This story has the same murder, twists and turns with the added intrigue within the story and as always the book is well written and will have you at the edge of your seat. Logan is a independant, Sassy woman and with the help of the secondary character make this series a great one to read.
I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in the series.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you think you have found the special one, your world can come crashing down in an instant.
Gianna thought she was lucky when she met Ethan, when they decided to get married everything was going well. Until an instant changed the relationship and the marriage.
Gianna is a victim of domestic abuse and while this goes on for three years, she finally finds the courage to leave and escape the nightmare which has become her life, until she runs into a man from her past. Derek is nothing like Ethan, calm and patience can he help Gianna trust again and be able to live the life she was meant to live.
This is the first book I have read by this author and oh my what a book to start with. I can understand if some people shy away from this book due to the subject matter but Dakota’s writing is beautiful and respectful of the subject around domestic abuse.
My heart broke for the main character Gianna, as you see her eternal flame dying out with each attack by the person who is suppose to love and protect you. The turmoil she was in, her strength to move on with her life was brilliant. I also loved Derek’s character he was the calm reason to her life which made the story more palatable as there was a light at the end.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you think you have found the special one, your world can come crashing down in an instant.
Gianna thought she was lucky when she met Ethan, when they decided to get married everything was going well. Until an instant changed the relationship and the marriage.
Gianna is a victim of domestic abuse and while this goes on for three years, she finally finds the courage to leave and escape the nightmare which has become her life, until she runs into a man from her past. Derek is nothing like Ethan, calm and patience can he help Gianna trust again and be able to live the life she was meant to live.
This is the first book I have read by this author and oh my what a book to start with. I can understand if some people shy away from this book due to the subject matter but Dakota’s writing is beautiful and respectful of the subject around domestic abuse.
My heart broke for the main character Gianna, as you see her eternal flame dying out with each attack by the person who is suppose to love and protect you. The turmoil she was in, her strength to move on with her life was brilliant. I also loved Derek’s character he was the calm reason to her life which made the story more palatable as there was a light at the end.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Rick has a secret but what happens when your secret could be told and may shatter your world.
Rick has a secret, he is gay. Although with his career in the Marines was not an environment he wanted to come out, he did have another marine who has become his lover for more than six years, until one night after his brothers wedding he is floored when his lover tells him he is engaged to be married to a woman.
As Rick drinks his hurt away, he is taken under his wing by a blonde gorgeous man but in Rick’s drunken brain he is familiar but were has her seen him. In the morning reality hits and Rick realises that the blonde fantasy is no other than his brothers new junior partner in his law firm. What will happen now his secret is out.
I loved this story, you see the vulnerable side of Rick and I just wanted to hug him when Dave dishes the hurtful hit my heart just went out to him. This is the first book I have read in this series and the first book by this author and I am downloaded the other two books to read to find out about the other brothers. Tis story was full of heartache and new starts and the chemistry was brilliant between the two main characters. The story is well written and can’t wait to read more.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Her mom only had one rule – do not find my new boss attractive. Well that was an epic fail.
Miranda is just broken up from a relationship which at first stung her but she got back up and dusted herself off. She lives in the basement of her parents and is bored every night at dinner with her mom going on about her new boss, the devil incarnate.
Nick has had enough of woman, after his last girlfriend screwed him over bigtime. So with him selling his company and relocating to help his Uncle run his business but when he runs into Mona his Uncles right hand woman he just seems to wind her up with everything he does.
So being forced to go to the company christmas party is not Nick’s idea of fun but when he walks in a sees a vision in front of him he can’t help but ant to get to know this beautiful woman, the only probably is it’s mona’s daughter. This will not end well.
I loved this story, the fact that Nick pursed what he wanted and that Miranda was just the breath of fresh air he needed was great to read. The characters was well written and the chemistry between them was a great read. It was a real page turner and I loved the carefree attitude of Miranda and with her finding love in adversity.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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This is a great collection of christmas stories which will have your heart in christmas bliss. This book involves 5 books all short stories all revolving around a happy time of the year.
A Magical Christmas in Jerusalem is the first story in this book and follows Kiara who decides to accompany her grandma on a trip of a lifetime. As they arrive in Jerusalem Kiara is met by a handsome guy who ends up being there tour guide.
When Jacques takes Kiera to the not so travel parts of the country will a romance blossom out of this beautiful chemistry, will this just be a holiday romance or much more?
The next story is Another Magical Christmas in Jerusalem, when Tom travel to Jerusalem for a friend’s wedding he is not looking for love, but when he meets Lucie there is a instant attraction. Can Tom and Lucie survive christmas and have a happily ever after.
The third story in this book is Christmas Kiss, New Year’s Wish, Luca and Taylor have been friends for years, while Taylor has always had a soft spot for Luca she has always been too shy to pursue these feels. Luca spends alot of time away with work and now that he has been asked to accept another 2 year contract will be able to make the decision without his best friend Taylor. After a night Taylor decides to make a move and kiss him, will this fulfill all her dreams or shatter a friendship.
The next story in this book is Christmas Kiss in London, the story revolves around Amber who works in a fertility Clinic and loves helping families who have loss all hope in ever having a family. She then is invited to a christmas party and meets someone who she is not really interested in but after he insists that she friends him on facebook she pretends and gets a shock when she receive a private message from a random stranger. She then takes a chance and starts to get to the mystery stranger, will they eventually meet a put the chemistry to the test.
The last book in this collection is Christmas Kiss: But only for the holidays, When Jenna finds herself at home for Christmas, trying to convince her mother that she is happy or she will. Jenna’s friend Leo is also in town, recently single and looking for a date for an event, so he decides to ask Jenna if she could attend them with him, although they are friends Jenna is not happy as Leo is always so boring but as they spend more time together they both see a different side to each other. Could there be a future for them?
I loved this collection of short christmas stories, they were well written and the characters were brilliant, I really enjoyed Christmas Kiss but only for the holidays and Christmas Kiss in London these two books really engaged me and the characters were brilliant, opposites attract in the Christmas Kiss only for the holidays. If you are looking for a great collection of stories, which are easy to read and lovely for this time of year.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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When you think you have scored the best job, then you have to decide do you go with what your boss wants or not?
Adeline has just found her dream job but there is one thing she has been asked by her boss to be his “fake fiance”. This may become difficult when the line between professional and plutonic becomes blurred and will they be able to keep their feelings separate.
I love this author, the book itself is a novella but it packs a punch which feels like a full novel. The characters are well written, developed and create a great chemistry within the story. I could not put the book down and really enjoyed the character of Adeline as she was funny and would also love to see these characters in the future.
If you love a great romance novel with a bit of a twist this is a brilliant story to get your teeth into.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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What happens when you are in the wrong place at the wrong time, but also have a picture of a murder who has added you to there hitlist.
Jake is a war veteran and is in San Francisco when he takes a picture but does not realised that he may have photographed a killer. As Jake then realises he has placed himself in the middle of this serial killers sights and will he be next on the hit list.
I really enjoyed the twists and turns within the story and that it was constructed really well. The characters are brilliant and enhance the story as it weaves through the world of “The Artist”, with the story exploring Jake’s past it lets you into the experiences which has made this man who he is today.
This is the first story I have read by this author and loved the style of writing which draw me in and I could not stop reading once started. I can’t wait for the next book in this series and to read more about Jake.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
