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St. Nick’s Christmas Wish (Holiday Hunks Book 7 – Hot Hunks-Steamy Romance Collection Book) by Tamara Ferguson – Review by Angela Shirley

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Holiday Hunks-St. Nick's Christmas Wish (Hot Hunks Steamy Romance Collection Book 7)Holiday Hunks-St. Nick’s Christmas Wish by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When a chance meeting in a bar, can fate really be in the stars.

Nick and his friends are enjoying there holiday, he needed this break as things are getting confusing with him working as a stock broker and also secretly running his family business can he just relax. While in Bali he and his friends meet a group of woman in a bar and that’s when he discovers Emma.

Emma is on holiday with her friends, leaving behind her responsibilities from Crystal Rock for a few weeks is just what the doctor ordered but meeting Nick on his last night of his holiday is just her luck. They have instant chemistry and feels cheated that there encounter was so short.

While away Nick evaluates his life and when a proposal is delivered to him from his friend Jake to run his property company in Crystal Rock. Nick and Jack arrive and run straight into Emma, they can’t believe it. As the story goes through you learn that Nick has secrets and mysteries which he has to uncover to protect both Emma and his family and will he be able to protect them.

I loved this story the character of Emma is of a strong, confident and Independent women who deserves happiness, Nick has always overcome the label of his family but he is humble and kind not the bratty rich kid that normally ends up in this kind of character so he was a breathe of fresh air. It’s always nice to go back to Crystal Rock and love this just as much as the other series. If your looking for a good story line with action and Santa then you need to read this book.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Help Me, Harry by Mya O’Malley – Review by Angela Shirley

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Help Me Harry (Collection: Sun, Sand & A Ring On My Hand Book 2)Help Me Harry by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you think you have the most perfect life but when a trip away ignites something inside you that makes you think do you act on it or keep the peace.

Cassie is planning to go away with her best friends on a bachelorette party, can Cassie enjoy the trip away without thinking about work, her book and her fiance. After arriving at the resort they wonder down to the pool bar where she meets Harry.

Harry is getting over his divorce and has a love and leave them attitude for his relationships but there is just something about Cassie that has peaked his interest and want to discover what will happen but there’s one problem she is engaged.

As the story goes through the relationship of Harry and Cassie you understand that Cassie is second guessing her love for Evan and is he the guy she wants for the rest of her life, but when news devastates Cassie will Harry be there to pick up the pieces.

I loved this story, Cassie’s character was great and flawed, the relationship she had with Harry was lovely and they became we suited opposites. I thought the story was well written and an easy read, I was routing for them from the beginning and enjoyed every word.

This is not the first book I have read by this author and I recommend this book for a quick, easy read and if you love a happy ever after this is for you.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Wrapped Up In You by Erin Bevan – Review by Angela Shirley

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Wrapped Up In YouWrapped Up In You by Erin Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are looking for a husband to help take on the biggest role in the world and then all of a sudden three weeks before Christmas your whole world is crash (literally) what do you do, it’s up to Jenny Claus to sort it out.

This story was original and beautiful, the twist on the whole understanding of Christmas was brilliant and I enjoyed reading every word. Jenny Claus is looking for a potential suitor to become King and then also be knon as “Santa”. While she is receiving the suitors a plane crashes into the world and in walks into her life Logan the pilot of the crashed plane.

The chemistry between the two of them in jumping off the page, but with the toys nearly all destroyed in the plane crash it is up to them and the elves (yes they existence) to get things done before Christmas Eve. As they are working and getting to know each other and getting on great, there is only one problem Logan has lost his memory and can he commit or has he left a family behind.

I loved the uniqueness of this story, anything about Christmas makes me warm and gooey inside and this is no different. The characters are great and well crafted, the story follows and you will turning the page to get to the conclusion and can they save Christmas.

I would recommend this book for a light hearted read, this not the first book I have read by this author and will not be the last.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

TWO HEARTS UNSPOKEN TARGETS (Two Hearts Wounded Warrior Romance Book 11) by Tamara Ferguson – Review by Angela Shirley

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TWO HEARTS UNSPOKEN TARGETS (Two Hearts Wounded Warrior Romance Book 11)TWO HEARTS UNSPOKEN TARGETS by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you feel the world is against you, your stars align and things work out for the best but will love also finds it way.

Two Hearts Unspoken Targets is a true romantic story involving Zach a retired war vet and Beth a single mother who has a young autistic son, will true love find a way for these two great characters. A chance meeting on a beach Kyle, Beth’s son runs into Zach as soon as their eyes meet they both know something special can happen.

As the story goes on you find out that Zach becomes Kyle’s teacher but as the book unfolds you get to see the insecurities from both Beth and Zach, both not knowing if they deserve happiness.

I have read the majority of the Two Hearts wounded warrior romances and this is my favourite, the characters in this series are flawed but they have the strength and determination to carry on and pursue what they want and need. The characters are always well rounded and written excellently.

The stories are always emotional but you don’t feel pity for the characters Tamara writes about, I always feel like I am living the story with them as a friend hoping and praying this work out in the end.

I recommend this book and the series, if you have read this wonderful author you are missing out.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

The Equalizer: Foxxy’s Tipping Point (Foxxy: The Equalizer Book 1) by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Angela Shirley

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The Equalizer: Foxxy's Tipping Point (Foxxy: The Equalizer, #1)The Equalizer: Foxxy’s Tipping Point by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When a dark stranger enters your world and answers all your hopes and dreams, is it just too good too be true?

Foxxy is an escort who has not had a great beginning in life, but when her pimp arranges a hideous act to happen to her she becomes angry and bitter. One night while working she meets Richard who seems like the one person she can trust to get her out of the world in which she finds herself.

Richard believes this woman is the one for him but can he convince her to trust him, things have happened to Foxxy for her to be weary to trust any man but when her roommate is murdered and she believes it is her pimp Eddie has had a hand in it, he will do anything to bring justice.

I enjoyed this story greatly, Foxxy is a character that although she has been through bad things she is still strong, intelligent and brave women. The story weaves through the mystery of her roommate being killed and follows the lines of enquiry as you feel you are with the main characters trying to piece together the motive and answers.The story is fast paced and well constructed and written, this is not the first story I have read by this author and definitely won’t be the last.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Love Comes In The Mourning by Erin Bevan – Review by Angela Shirley

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Love Comes in the MourningLove Comes in the Mourning by Erin Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when a second chance in both love and life comes a knocking, are you ready to just go with the flow?

This book introduces us to two wonderful characters, Lesley who after her divorce has been at a loss but when she receives news that she has inherited her Great Aunt’s house this may be on the up.

John is a widower trying to support his family and strive to keep his business afloat. He really needs the contract to renovate Rosalynn Manor but he has an aversion to those city types as he has been burnt once too many times, but upon meeting Lesley there is an attraction he can’t quite point his finger on.

I loved this story from the very first paragraph, these two characters were well created and complimented each other brilliantly. The way the story weaved through kept me engaged and invested with these two people. The way the story delved into the emotional side of each of them was lovely and I love a book that makes me cry.

This is the first book I have read by this author and can’t to read more, I recommend this book to anyone who just loves a good feel good story.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

REBECCA STEELE FINDING A DREAM (REBECCA STEELE SERIES BOOK 2) by JOANNE PATTERSON – Review by Angela Shirley

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Rebecca Steele Finding the Dream (Rebecca Steele Series #2)Rebecca Steele Finding the Dream by Joanne Patterson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rebecca Steele is a upcoming Country Star, come on the adventure and see what happens next.

I loved this is story it was just a sweet felt coming of age story as Becky’s career in both music and the rodeo takes off she is navigated through the pit falls, surprises and good friends she meets along the way. When she is dealt a curve ball will she be able to overcome this and more forward.

I had not read the first story but feel that this can be read as a standalone story, you find Becky a well rounded woman who finds she has to overcome a fear and loved how you follow her through the book as though you are part of the story. I think the story was well written and the character where well developed. This is the first story I have read by this author and would love to read more.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Martimus (Feisty Lawyers Book 5) by Seelie Kay – Review by Angela Shirley

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Martimus (Feisty Lawyers Book 5)Martimus by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when eight socialites go missing?, its’s up to Agents and the agency to help find whats happened and where they are.

This story starts with a bang and although over the months socialites have been going missing not until the kidnap of a former vice presidents daughter things starts getting more intense. When they are assigned the case its a race again time, but the Vice President mumbling about Martimus they have to try and find out a what this place is and where to locate it if it’s real.

This story has all the twists and turns of a great thriller which keeps you interest in the story and continue through the mystery trying to work out with the characters who is responsible and who to trust. The story is a unique one and with each twist you will be changing the narrative in your head as the author makes you work for the ending with the characters.

This is the first story I have read by this author and this will definitely not be the last one. I recommend this book if you love the adventure of a good thriller.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Golden Void (Black Blade Book 3) by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Angela Shirley

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Golden VoidGolden Void by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Will Megan succeed in this second quest she has been put on the path of or will she struggle to know who to trust and who not too?

This is the third book in this series and I am so glad Megan got a book to herself, within the other stories she has played a vital role in the quests but now she gets to pursue the wizards, magic and swords. Being newly adopted she believes she is now going to have a normal life but when something happen and she has to take upon a magical quest regarding another mythical sword but history is repeating itself when she has to look after Tyson and try and calm his rebellion.

This like the other stories delves into the world of the mythical and magic and I love how the story draws you cleverly into the world with Megan and Tyson to try and discover what is going on. The story twists and turners and opens your mind to fantasy world of Mr Charalambides which is rich and full of imagination. I love the character of Megan through the other books she has a quiet inner strength which you see develop through the other two books but this shows her at her best which I love a strong female character and Megan certainly is.

If you have not read the other books in this series I don’t think that you lose anything from this story and it can be read as a stand alone book but I would recommend the other books just to get your fill of such a rich world.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Angela Shirley

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Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2)Another Yesterday by Angela Christina Archer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When your world is thrown into turmoil at a young age can you recover and love and live again.

First off I need to say you will need a box of tissues, a quiet room where no one can see you cry and just soak up this glorious book. I rarely give five stars for books, although the books are brilliant in writing and characters a five star book to me has to hit me square in the chest and I have to have real gut emotion which this book does. OH MY GOSH does it.

The book follows the life of Maggie through her life and the ups and downs which follow her and boy does she have some downs, but when she finds solace in a seaside town and finds a family of sorts she starts to believe that all goods things come to those who wait. As the story goes through her life in this sleepy town it also crosses with her daughter Rachel in her life.

Rachel escaped from Shadow Brook leaving behind her family and close friends, she is a big city editor for a publishing company and has a loving husband. They have strived to have children which Maggie is pleading her to have but as the story goes through she can’t conceive so she has basically given up hope. Until one early trip back from the office to surprise her husband, her husband surprises her which has her running back to Shadow Brook and finding tragedy.

As the stories intertwine you get a feeling of the relationship Rachel had with her mother and the secrets which were buried deep all those years ago but will a stranger in the Inn open Pandora’s box and reveal a secret which has been kept from Rachel for her whole life and will she ever be the same.

I loved this book and cried so much my emotions where all over the place, the characters where rich and warm and I instantly engaged with the story from the first words. Please if there is one book you need to read it’s this one, this is the first book I have read by this author and would love to read the first book in this instalment and the rest. Thank you for letting us into your world.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Boundaries (Scope of Practice Book 1) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Angela Shirley

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Boundaries (Scope of Practice, #1)Boundaries by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you feel more comfortable dealing with the dead than the living, will she ever be able to deal with the hurt that is inside her.

Valerie is a social worker but with a difference she deals with the dead, with her office near the morgue and her colleagues calling her the “Anti-social Social Worker” she can’t understand why she has been asked to run a support group. She worries that she has not yet dealt with her tragedies in life so how is she supposed to get these young people to open up about there problems.

While she discovers the death of a nineteen year old girl she wonders and investigates what gone on but she can’t do this alone so she asks for help from her friend and detective, then things start to get real with Valerie having to deal with issues she has buried for a long time and will she finally get to the bottom of the mystery.

I loved this story and the characters worked well together, the subject matter was well written and had me turning the pages to try and get to the next instalment in the story. The twists and turns of the mystery added excitement to the story and a good foundation to the story. This is the first book I have read by this author and can’t wait to read the next book in the series and hopefully carry on this wonderful journey with Valerie and friends.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Girl Trap (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Angela Shirley

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Girl Trap (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 3)Girl Trap by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When two separate investigations seemed to be linked can Mike and Madeline get to the cause and help those who are lost in the wave of destruction.

We are back with Madeline and as usual she is busy with both businesses but when some asks her to open up a 12 year old case she jumps at the chance, but what lies between the investigation is worst than she could have ever imagined.

While Madeline is looking into the 12 year old boarding school case, Mike decides to investigate the missing persons of two people close to his cousin but when delving into the case he uncovers that the two cases may not be that far apart from each and that the two of them are going to get more than they bargained for when secrets start to become uncovered.

This story delves into the world of human trafficking and it leaves you wrestling with the couple to find the answers to the questions of what has happened to these people. I love the relationship between the main characters and there roles have developed through the two books and now the third. Although this flows quite nicely as a standalone book as Cynthia gives you a brief outline for the history of the previous stories I would recommend you to have read these books before hand, not just for the history but they are great stories too.

This story opens up Madeline to yet more heartache and please has this woman not gone through enough but she keeps sucking it up and carrying in which is one her best character traits. I enjoyed the twists and turns of the story and thought that it had just the right amount of suspense to keep you wanting to read on to get to the end. I was not disappointed and can’t wait to read the final conclusion of this great series. Thank you for great stories and brilliant characters.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Eat Me (Mayim Merman Book 1) by Amber Dark – Review by Angela Shirley

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Eat Me (Mayim Merman series Book 1)Eat Me by Amber Dark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you are recovering from a relationship and have sworn that you don’t deserve a happily ever after, in steps the most handsome man in the club to help rebuild you, what would you do?

Summer has had the most horrendous break-up with her ex and she is feeling unloved and not sexy but she is about to become the most lucky woman in the world, from across the club the most handsome man is checking her out. When she throws caution to the wind and decides to spend the night with this god, will she feel beautiful and sexy again.

He notice’s her from across the crowded dance floor, his only job in life is to make women feel sexy and loved. When Mayim sees Summer he knows she needs his special kind of loving and oh my does she get that.

This story is HOT and I mean HOT, I loved this story from the first page. The interaction between the two characters is great and the writing is brilliant as it weaves through the story of Mayim and the history behind Summer. I loved that they explored the hidden desires within Summer and the dirty talking from Mayim had me fanning myself on more than one time lol.

If you are not afraid of erotica in your books and love a good story I would recommend this story and can’t wait to read more in this series or more by this author.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race – Review by Angela Shirley

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The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town RomanceThe Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When your love of your life is no more and you have sworn to dedicate your life to helping others find the same love, will an unexpected person offer hope that you can have that again.

Melinda is a matchmaker, after the death of her husband the love of her life she has vowed to find that passion and love for other people. She believes that she will never feel that love again not in her life time until she meets Adam at a friend’s wedding. As there friendship goes on is there a glimmer of hope that he could be the one to re-enlight the love in Melinda’s heart.

Adam is a marine but after an attack he has been discharged and has lost what feels like everything, once his girlfriend saw the scars of war all over him she bailed on him and after talking to a buddy has ended up in Chester looking to start over again. He is now at a friend’s wedding talking to a woman who seems to look past the scars and they have a lovely conversation. Melinda then starts to set him up on dates which don’t go quite as planned but he can feel the emotions running through him when he speaks to her.

But will a secret break this bond and ruin everything?

I loved this story from the first word to the last, the story is well written and flows brilliant through the emotions and chemistry of these two brilliant matched characters. The characters are both flawed in different ways and the friendship and trust comes through the story and builds to a great ending. I highly recommend this book to those who love a good story with chemistry and banter.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Bottomed Out (Moto X Series Book 4) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley

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Bottomed Out (Moto X Book 4)Bottomed Out by Brooke May

When you have a disability it is hard not to be defined by it but Jax has lived his whole life to fight against conformity, but will a chance meeting with Lennox be enough to fight when all the odds are against him.

Jax Hunt has always achieved everything he puts his mind to, when people told him he couldn’t he proved them wrong. He loves his career and has people who he believes in and trust more than just friends they have become a family of sorts. Jax is always trying to overcome his disability as this is what most people see but when Lennox enters his life he sees there is more than just riding and that she may fill a longing in him.

Lennox walks in and is instantly drawn to Jax, the chemistry between the two of them is off the charts. The only obstacle in the way is her overprotective brother who tries to do everything to divert her from the path of Jax but is Jax’s will enough to fight for the relationship.

I loved this story and although it is part of a series this can be read as a standalone book. I loved the interaction of the main characters Jax and Lennox and thought the chemistry of these two just poured from the page. The story is well written and the secondary characters are a brilliant accompaniment to the main story and people. The character of Jax is fiery and determined which you are just willing along as the story progresses, with the character of Lennox being a smart, independent sassy partner in crime was a great match.

This is the first book I have read by this author and this will not be the last, I need to download the series and get started on entering this wonderful world you have created.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

A Book Signing To Die For: Beach Reads by Judy Moore – Review by Angela Shirley

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A Book Signing To Die ForA Book Signing To Die For by Judy Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When your book store becomes the hub for murder will Becky be able to solve the crime without getting to deep.

Becky and her grandmother, Miss Alice own a quiet book store near the beach front every so often they host a book reading/signings from the most popular author this month, but when they become entangled with a murder they will have to put all there deductive skills to use to find out whodunit.

I enjoyed this story greatly the characters where warm and welcoming and had you engrossed in the story from the first chapter. I especially love Miss Alice, Becky and Lizzy’s grandmother she was a typical sassy, independent woman who knows her mind. With the twists and turns in this book it will have you reading long into the night to work with them to try and solve the crime.

Although I had worked out who the murderer was the story guided you brilliantly to the conclusion with out making it too obvious which is always great in a story, making the read work for the answer.

This is the first book I have read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it and recommend to anyone looking for a escape. I will be looking at reading more by this author in the future.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Designing Love (The Calderone Family Romance Series Book 3) by Victoria Grant – Review by Angela Shirley

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Designing Love (The Calderone Family Romance Book 3)Designing Love by Victoria Grant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When you have one rule in life is “No Relationships” will a handsome man throw that rule right out of the window.

Caroline is a independent, strong, sassy woman who is good at her job so when she is asked to design a new building for her best friend’s company she jumps at the chance to prove herself and create a gorgeous creation, but when the VP Charles has been put in charge of the new project things are due to get serious.

Charles is the VP of Calderone business but when asked to oversee the new project for the new build, but when he encounters Caroline who pushes his buttons and is not frightened to tell him some of his ideas are stupid. There is something about this woman who frustrates him but is attracted to which is something he does not do.

This story is full of chemistry and steam, the two main characters are a great couple as they antagonise each other which is great reading. This is the first book in this series I have read and this does not distract from the story at all, this reads perfectly as a standalone book but would love to read the others just to get an insight into the other characters which pop up in this book.

I recommend this as a easy read, with hot scenes and great character interaction and a great well written story.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Forgotten Chance: Book Three (The Forgotten Trilogy) by Virginia Wine – Review by Angela Shirley

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Forgotten Chance: Book Three (Forgotten Trilogy)Forgotten Chance: Book Three by Virginia Wine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When the happiest day of your life turns into the worst day of your life in seconds can you recover from the ordeal and live to find happiness well for Bryer she will have to dig deep to try and recover from this disaster and still want the love of her life.

Bryer and Nathan are finally on track, organising the wedding of their dreams but will a blast from the past ruin everything they have work and strived so hard to have, when they think he has gone in rolls Cash like a bad penny.

Oh my this man is on a one way mission to ruin Bryer’s biggest day of her life. He believes he is the only one for her and no-one will have her if he can’t and he puts a lot of obstacles in the way. Cash has always been the top dog and he is not going to back down with out a final battle to the end.

Will Nathan and Bryer be able to overcome all the crap and push through and will their love prevail and win in the end, you will have to read the book to find out if they have their forever?

I loved all the characters, yes, even Cash because without him you would not see the true character of Bryer and Nathan. The story continues brilliantly from the last two stories and you feel like you are walking there footsteps with each hurdle they overcome. Although I could have drop kicked Cash I do have to throw a lifeline to Cash as he was hurting and although his actions were wrong I do feel a little bit sorry for him, I know I must need my head read lol.

This is the best out of the three stories, well written and the characters are just great I could see me being friends with Bryer and you feel while reading the story that you are with them enjoying the ups and down as you go through the story.

Well done Ms Wine these are the first books I have read from your collection and I will be reading more.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Not So Far (Love Grows Series Book 3) by Renee Regent – Review by Angela Shirley

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Not So Far (Love Grows series, Book 3)Not So Far by Renee Regent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when your life is finally on track and then a blast from the past who you truly loved comes back into your life to threaten everything, well that’s the dilemma Audrey has when Silas comes back into her life to see if the love they had years ago still there.

Audrey has never really forgotten about her first love Silas but when he up and left she was heartbroken but when a chance meeting again threatens to stir all those emotion back up but does she want to go back and put her heart on the line to have it broken all over again.

Silas has thought about the love he lost all those years ago and going back to Atalanta seems the best option to try and re-kindle the love he felt with Audrey but will a secret from his past throw that relationship out of the water or will she be able to forgive him and have want they should have always deserved all those years ago.

I really enjoyed this story, it was full of emotion and a beautiful woven story, I have not read the other two books and felt although the book flowed I would have been better getting more information from the two stories before but that did not deflect from this book, I am greedy and wanted to know more about other characters and Silas and Audrey.

The characters were well developed, you were taken into the story and held all through. The female lead Audrey was sassy and independent, Silas was a great counter to this wonderful female character. I recommend this book and this wonderful story but I would try to read the first two books first just to give some background. I certainly will be reading them shortly.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

A High Price to Pay (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 2) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Angela Shirley

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A High Price to Pay (Madeline Dawkins, #2)A High Price to Pay by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Madeline is back with a side kick. Her and Mike have set up a Private Investigating business but its slow to pick up business at the moment so she decides to still take on her event planning role full time while it develops it clientele.

While organising the biggest party of the year she stumbles across there first case. The clients mother has had some missing jewellery stolen and has hired Madeline and Mike to investigate the crime but when there is a famous film director and people around him are suspects the plot thickens.

As they are investigating, Madeline discovers that there is a man from her past which may be trying to sabotage the whole thing, but while trying to organise the biggest party in Santa Barbara, trying to find out who stole the jewellery and thinking will there business survive who knows.

This book was a great second instalment in this series and the character interactions where just as good as the first book. The story flowed and was a page turner, the plot twists and turns and you feel like you are in the story helping them through to solve the mystery they behold.

I can’t wait to read the next book in this series and see the relationship grow between Mike and Madeline in the future.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Forgotten Promise Book two: The Forgotten Trilogy by Virginia Wine – Review by Angela Shirley

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Forgotten Promise (Forgotten #2)Forgotten Promise by Virginia Wine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when someone from your past threatens your future, that’s the dilemma in story for Bryer when a lover comes back looking for one more chance.

Bryer and Nathan are happy, they have declared their love for each other but will there world be rocked when a blast from Bryer past comes looking for her love again. Cash is a no hold barred lawyer who is determining to win back Bryer, he has the reputation that he wins everything in the courtroom so he is betting on winning this battle.

Nathan is positive that Bryer will choose him but if Cash wants a battle for the love of his life then he is determined to put up one hell of a fight, but its all up to Bryer.

This is the second book in this trilogy and did not disappoint, I would recommend reading the first book before this one as it set up the characters within the story and you may have more of an investment in the story. Cash to me although coming across as a manipulative character was a great counter player to Nathan, the interactions between these two were brilliant and you felt like you were always routing for someone. Bryer is great strong female character and is well written, with you really putting yourself into her shoes all the way through the story.

I would recommend this series with the well written story and developed characters I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

New Jerk in Town: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy (Carolina Kisses Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Angela Shirley

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New Jerk in Town (Carolina Kisses, #2)New Jerk in Town by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Life has not been great for Milo, after the accident he has been drifting trying to truly live his life. When that sends him back to his childhood home when his father passes away with his niece in toe will a blast from his past offer a future.

Jill has returned to that happy place where she holiday as a child but when a encounter with the last person she wanted to see happens it stirs up emotions which she does not want to understand. As the story develops will Jill and Milo address the feelings they have had all these years but are they willing to give it a go, you will have to read to find out.

Oh my I love this author so much, her characters are always a little be flawed which makes them so relatable and you really want to invest in the relationship you develop while reading the story. I loved the character of Jill a dreamer who just wants to get away and live her life in peace but just when she thinks she has cracked it in walks the sullen grumpy character of Milo. Milo has hidden depths with his different relationship with his niece and friends who have stuck with him.

I loved the story and always love the superb writing of Sylvie as she is truly a great storyteller, the stories make you want to be friends with these wonderful characters and as always can’t wait to read more from this wonderful author. If you have not read any of Sylvie Stewart books you need to start, NOW go on download one.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Humiliating Revenge: Contemporary Young Adult Romance by T. Christensen – Review by Angela Shirley

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Humiliating RevengeHumiliating Revenge by T. Christensen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When your dumped in the most humiliating way in high school from the girl you thought you would spend the rest of your life with it cuts you to the bone, but when Calum comes back to his home town to confront the spoilt brat Olivia something is just not right but Calum can’t quite put his finger on it.

Olivia has a secret that nobody knows, she had to let Calum go although’s many years ago to protect him and his family. The hurt from that day stays with her always but he will be the only boy/man she will ever truly love.

The story opens a few years on from High School when Olivia goes to see Calum in his first major MMA fight near her home town but this is no reunion she is in the shadows as she has always been watching his career, he has never left her heart but they just can’t be together or he and his family will be in peril.

Calum decides to track Olivia down to humiliate her just as she did although’s years ago in school, making him think he was not good enough for her but now he has the money and the celebrity he will show her and rub that stuck up nose it. Once he locates her in the local bar working something does not seem right, with the feelings for her still strong he tries to rekindle the relationship but with Olivia blowing hot and cold all the time he can’t quite put his finger on it.

I loved this story, the vulnerable side to Olivia your heart could just break for her, wishing Calum would take that big head of his out of his backside and see the whole story but of course it takes his Dad to bring the whole thing to light. I would love to have learnt what happened to Mayor Crawford and how the relationship between Shelly and Eric turns out but I will have to read more of the stories to find out if this continues. I thought the whole telling of the interactions between Olivia and her father were hard to read but the writing was brilliant. I look forward to reading more by this author and recommend this story.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

How (Stalker Series Book 3) by Megan Mitcham – Review by Angela Shirley

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How (Stalker Series, 3)How by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When you have cracked the greatest case of your career, will one photo crush all your dreams in one foul sweep.

Libby has been given the biggest case of her career it has taken her a year to get to this place, standing ready to breach the home of the suspect. Once they take stock of the haul they have discovered one of her chauvinistic colleague takes a unflattering picture and once this goes viral will her life be the same again.

Rocking up to the office the next day she is greeted by reporters and is then put on suspension by her boss due to the publicity may hinder her concentration and cause her to loose focus in her day to day job. With this ploy she is angry and frustrated with the boys club and goes home with her tail between her legs, but when strange things starts to happen to her she worries that the added attraction has caused her to have stalker who maybe dangerous. With the help of her handsome next neighbour they go on an adventure which they both could not have dreamed would of happen.
What happens when they find out who the stalker is, what is the motive behind it all and will they be able to find them? You will have to read the book to find out.

I have already read the other two books in this series and although the characters do weave through the book it can be read as a stand alone book. The story is gripping and twists and turns through the lives of Jake and Libby. I also love the character of Libby although at times I did feel her a bit helpless as she is supposed to be a bad ass FBI agent but I still enjoyed it greatly. The character of Jake who is mysterious and aloof is a great counter to Libby and the chemistry is brilliant between them.

I would recommend this story and the others in this series and can’t wait to read more by this author in the future.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

SPOUSE TRAP: Madeline Dawkins Mysteries (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 1) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Angela Shirley

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Spouse Trap (Madeline Dawkins, #1)Spouse Trap by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When your world seems perfect, will one night have that perfect world crashing down around you and challenge everything you knew.

Madeline is part of the perfect Santa Barbara IT couple, she is a experienced event planner and she has planning this Charity Ball for a year and is nervous for everything to go right. The night of the ball she has the right dress, the most handsome man by her side nothing could go wrong but her whole world comes crashing down.

As she dances with the handsome stranger her husband becomes more agitated and they have a huge argument and he storms out of the ball, but as a true host Madeline stays and hosts the rest of the charity ball. The next morning the reality sets in, she wakes up in a strange room within the hotel, de-shelved and naked. Once she has got herself together she departs and gets home to her husband who is still mad and demands to know where she has been when she tells him that she does not remember the night he produces photographs of her in uncompromising positions with the stranger at the party.

This leaves her homeless and going to broke if she does not try to get to the bottom what is going on, with the help of a PI Burt she uncovers the dirty truth behind the really reasons and will she survive this discovery.

OMG first of all this story was full of intrigue and twists and turns, I could not put this book down. The character of Madeline at first I was not sure but as the story got more intense her true character shone and I felt like in the end living through the trails and strength she had to dig deep to try and move on with her life. I definitely recommend this book and can’t wait to read the next book for this brilliant writer.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Night Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel Book 1) by India Kells – Review by Angela Shirley

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Night JusticeNight Justice by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A new drug is threatening to flood into Chicago so its up to a reporter and a vigilante to work together to expose this horrendous silent killer.

Orla is a reporter who has a story to write to uncover who is causing the drugs to be pushed onto the streets of Chicago but as she delves deeper into the underworld of the city she becomes a target and when she feels like she is being follows she knows she is on the right line.

Following a lead to a pub she meets her “Angel” but he is the vigilante running through the streets defending the people who can’t. After understanding they are both working towards the same goal of trying to get this new drug of the streets they decide to combine forces to achieve there goal, but they both do not understand the chemistry between them and they start feeling that the can’t go a day without seeing each other. Could love survive a underworld battle?

If you enjoy a story with action, thrilling story line and well developed characters you will enjoy this book. The chemistry between the two characters was excellent and the story was well executed too, full of excitement and action. This is the first story I have read by this author and would definitely recommend this story and I will be checking out the other stories in her catalogue.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Forgotten Truth Trilogy: Book One (The Forgotten Trilogy 1) by Virginia Wine – Review by Angela Shirley

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Forgotten Truth (Forgotten #1)Forgotten Truth by Virginia Wine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forgotten Truth is a story regarding life and pasts which have been forgotten and tried to forget but will an attraction be enough to take the relationship to the next level.

The story involves Bryer a young women trying to overcome the total betrayal of her ex-partner who she found having an affair, she totally reinvents herself with a new job, new home and possibly a new relationship but went the person you are attracted to is a player will he be able to give her everything she needs and require’s to live happily every after.

Nathan has secrets but he is a player. He is definitely a love them and live them person but when Bryer enters the gym he works at he can’t get her off his mind. He knows he’s the wrong person and possibly can not giver her the relationship that she wants as he does not know how to commit.

I really enjoyed this story, the chemistry of these two characters is off the charts. I love the Bryer character as a intelligent, brave young woman who is not afraid to start over again and try to find what she is looking for. I love how the story takes you on an adventure with these two characters and with each word you discover more and more about them. The writing is brilliant and engaging and can not wait to read more from this author in the future.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Sunshine Kisses (A Kisses Novella) by Elaine Marie – Review by by Angela Shirley

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Sunshine KissesSunshine Kisses by Elaine Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is about lost chances and living everyday as it’s your last. Sunshine Kisses is following the character of Crystal who after hearing some news from her doctors does just that want’s to experience life in general.

Crystal makes her way to her best friends wedding where she is determined to have a holiday romance, a no strings fling but will this fling be no strings. Spenser was the nerdy kid that everyone wanted as a friend but never a boyfriend, he has always loved Crystal but will she see past the friend thing and think him move as lover material.

You will need to read the book, I loved the characters and my heart went out for these two characters. The story was well constructed and flowed really well, with the interaction between all the characters believable.

This is the first book I had read by this author I really enjoyed every word and could not put it down. I would definitely recommend this book to people who like a good romance and a fighting for the character story. I will be reading more from this author in the future.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Love is What You Bake of it (The Meraki Series Book 1) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Angela Shirley

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Love is What You Bake of it (Meraki, #1)Love is What You Bake of it by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love is what you bake of it is a lovely heart warming book about accepting the things you can not change and trusting the people around you.

Kally is a great character who has been battered in the past by love and is happy now creating her master pieces in her cafe until a unexpected thing happens and can she embrace love or drive him away with her trust issues. Will past events dictate future loves you will have to read to find out.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book as a great summer read, the story flowed brilliant and I felt I could really relate to the main characters. I enjoyed the story of secrets being revealed and the humour, with also the interaction of the secondary characters makes this a great book.

This is the first story by this author and I can’t wait to read the second in this instalment, I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a great story and happy romance.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Southern Promises: The Complete Series (A Contemporary Romance Standalone Box Set) by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Angela Shirley

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Southern Promises: The Complete Series (A Contemporary Romance Standalone Box Set)Southern Promises: The Complete Series by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Southern Promises: The Complete Series is a lovely collections of feel goods stories which are fully of great characters and brilliant writing.

The first story Georgia Clay is a heart warming story of lost loves and can you have second chance on life. The story follows Katie a hard working real estate agent and Clay a songwriter from Nashville and a love and attraction that truly never thought that they would meet again until a ten year reunion offers love another chance.
This story is lovely and such great characters who you want to route for, the story can be read as a standalone but this starts the great collection with a bang and you delve into this world and you don;t want to let go.

The second book in this series, Georgia on my mind is a story of chance meeting and instant attraction. This solitary follows Katie’s brother who was introduced within the first book. He was a up and coming Investment Banker but with an indiscretion has caused him to lose everything, his career, reputation and is hiding at Katie’s house.
He then decides to go out and that’s were he meets her Marilyn Monroe. Gia has her struggles and as an independent woman she does not need his help but this handsome guy is starting to seep into her heart. This is a great feel good story like them all and I loved the sassy attitude of the character Gia.

The third book is Georgia Pine and whatever happens to the Head Cheerleader. From the outside Jessica’s life is the standard everyone ones to emulate but deep down there are cracks and she is falling into heartache. Until Tim comes along with his rough and nonsense attitude but when he sees this broken smart woman he decides he needs to be involved in her world.
This story is about rebirth for both characters and I loved this story the most, although the other stories where brilliant in their own right I felt more drawn to this story.

If you enjoy feel good, heart warming stories with brilliant characters and a well written story I recommend this collection of lovely books. Although they are a set of three you could read them as standalone stories and they would transfer really well but in all honesty you would want to read them straight like did. This is the first books I have read by this author and will not be the last.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley