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Tropic Heat (Flamingo Island Series) by C.A. King – Review by Angela Shirley

Tropic HeatTropic Heat by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Daniel is a jilted groom not knowing what to do with the very expensive non-refundable honeymoon, when his best friend convinces him to get over this heartache is to get drunk, find some girls and have fun. So as they arrive at the resort they get swept away in the fun spirit and too much alcohol and Daniel ends ups up in a one-night stand.

Sara is there just chilling, super charged and ready for action, when a handsome man catches her eye at check-in she is for fun and adventure but being in a romantic setting on your on is no fun so when she arrives at the hotel bar and said man arrives they strike up a conversation and before they know it they are in her room having fun, but what will happen in the morning?

This is a short, funny, romantic novella and will have you laughing out loud with some of the antics of both Joey, the best friend of Daniel, Sara and Daniel himself. With mischief and alcohol will this end happily ever after. The story is faced paced and although you see Daniel at his worst at the beginning of the book you end up routing for him to have happiness at the end.

Although a Novella this is definitely not a short change book and has the feel of a longer novel within the writing and the development of the characters, if you are looking for a quick coffee break read with romance and comedy this is the book for you.

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Angela Shirley

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ava is struggling to come to terms with her situation, lock in the fortress of Kingston Winter can’t be that bad but when she discovers that her brother has abandoned her and she is not getting out of the gilded castle she starts to drawn to Kingston.

Kingston has always collected things and Ava is no exception to the rule but when he has this compulsion and attraction to her he is more in protection mode and wants her to be his forever. All things are complicated her drives her too the point that although she hates him she can’t live without him also.

Can there situation move further into a relationship or is Kingston incapable of being that close to her or have his feelings brought out in the open?

This is the second half to the story and to be honest this is not a book to read independently, you will need to understand the back story to really appreciate this book and the dynamics between the two characters. As the first book the characters open up more and you get to see the true them in this story. Ava although in the first book I thought was strong and sassy shows more in this story and you get to she her strength and the struggles of understanding something is not right but having this obsession with Kingston was great to read.

Kington’s character would be classed as an a antihero but as you read more of his thoughts and desires in this story you get to understand him more as you read through the book. The chemistry between these characters is off the chart and will have you turning the pages to find out what happened next.

The story is well constructed and written brilliantly with the passion and chemistry just jumps off the screen. I can’t wait to read more books by this author.

Seraphina (Heartstrings Series) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley

SeraphinaSeraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Seraphina is a cupid, but not the slushy kind with the wings and the cupids bow. Oh no she is sassy and straight to the point, not quite like the other cupids but she is determined to show Seth that he can find love.

So Seth is a play boy hockey star who can has his pick of woman and does on a regular basis, but when Seraphina literally knocks him off his pedestal he starts to understand things and finds who he truly is and can be.

This is the fourth book in this series and although it is part of a series each book is unique enough to read as a stand alone story. Each books follows a Cupid and this one is Seraphina’s turn and she is a breath of fresh air to read. The character is quirky and un-apologetically in your face and I loved her as a character which worked well with the opposite character of Seth.

The secondary characters in this book add a level which keeps you reading as you delve more and more into the world of Seth and get to know him as a person rather than an Icon. As always the story is also full of good humour and brilliant writing and can’t wait to read more from this wonderful author and series.

Jade: Hidden Scars: A Forbidden Age-Gap Romance (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Angela Shirley

Jade: Hidden Scars: A Forbidden Age-Gap Romance (Book 1)Jade: Hidden Scars: A Forbidden Age-Gap Romance by A Akinosho
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Naseer was a bad boy playboy until one faithful night when he had a horrendous motorcycle accident trying to piece his life back together is difficult until one night a chance meeting and three little words changed the course of his life forever.

Jade was lost in a world with no one, after her parents died she was lost in a world trying to make sense of it all, until one chance meeting with Naseer changed her life forever.

But will the worlds they live in try and keep them apart?

This is the first book I have read by this author and although it had me gripped with the initial story I felt it lingered on to long. The chemistry between the characters was off the charts and the interaction between the two was brilliant to read. I loved the frustration that Naseer held with Jade as only an older person could with a younger naïve views but this added to the drama of the story.

The frustrating part for me was his father and although you want your children to follow your wishes for him to subject them both to the drive to pull them apart added to the overall drama of the book, aswell as the secondary characters. This book was brilliant to read and leaves you wanting more at the end. I can’t wait to read book 2 in this series.

Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Shirley

Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets #2)Auctioned Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the in the Sinful Duets series and is split into two books, Auctioned and Relentless .

Auctioned – Book 3
When you have wanted that man to come into your life and you become his whole life, well I thought I could not have that until Damian walked into my life but will the situation cause me to lose him.

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

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

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

Relentless – Book 4
When you are caught in a world of total control and no way out, can a knight in tainted armour rescue her from this dark world?

Layla is an independent woman, she takes no crap but there is a secret which haunts her but can she survive in this world or will it all come crashing down around her.

Dereck is part of an elite security team but when he sees Layla he can not get her out of his head, but can they both forge ahead and because friends as well as lovers.

This story is full of drama and intrigue which the chemistry of these two characters jump off the page and with all the tension and underlining story makes this story fly off the page. These characters are well developed and full of passion and dark secrets which are brilliantly to read and discover. As this is in a series it would help to read the other books but this can be read as a independent story but to be fair who would not read this series.

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Angela Shirley

Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Curtis is in one of the most successful Rock bands but nothing could have predicted the situation he and his friends found there selves in with witnessing what they did.

While waiting in steps the last person he thought would help him, Lina was a bodyguard on tour but with his attraction to her he always felt that he was not good enough for her. While they are in the confines of close protection can he keep control of the chemistry between them or will he just go for it.

Lina did not think she would be back in the world of Canis Major again so soon, but when Curtis becomes wrapped up the world of Mafia and people after him it is up to Lina to protect him as best she can, but there is only one problem can she keep her attraction in check in order to protect him or will chemistry between them become too much.

I have read all the books in this series so far and this is just as engaging as the last. Although this is the four book in this series with each books can be read as a stand alone, as always the characters are well developed and the chemistry between the main characters is off the charts.

The story offers twists and turns not only in the tension of the mafia chasing them around but the interaction between the main characters, with secondary characters adding an extra layer to the story. I always love a strong female character and Lina is this and more, her kick ass nature with the strong protective side just adds more to her character and with Curtis having to rely on Lina with all her knowledge its great to have a reverse scenario.

Can’t wait for the next book in the series.

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Angela Shirley

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kingston King is not the type of man you want to cross, so when Ava’s brother owes a large sum of money to him he takes action.

He decides to show he means business and kidnaps Ava as collateral for her brother to pay back his money, but when everyone notice Ava and Kingston starts to feel an attraction to her, he has to touch her all the time but this woman may look feeble but she has a bite which excites him but as this goes on his prisoner is attracting looks from his men and with the battles within will either destroy him or make him stronger.

His obsession maybe the thing that breaks him.

This is the first book by this author I have read and I really enjoy the story and the characters. Kingston is a Alpha character who you at first hate as he shows no redeeming qualities at all, but as you read through the story there are snippets of the person he is with Ava, he shows some compassion and you can see his idea of love.

I love a strong female character in a story especially when you think she will be a whimpering female in distress but she gave Kingston as good as he gets with her fire and determination. The story was well written and developed and the main characters had all the angst of a good dark romance, the secondary characters gave the story another depth to the story.

I can’t wait to read part 2 and see what happens to these two broken characters and can they make it work between them.

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Angela Shirley

Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 2)Shadowed Agenda: An Enemies to Lovers Action-Packed Romantic Suspense Thriller by Mavery Ellscott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Regan is on her latest book tour, although they are not that bad it has become unbearable as the other author is a pain her side. Pavlo is a dark mysterious author who writes the opposite to her romantic stories with HEA, so when her agent decides to arrange a private book signing with the next First Lady she is annoyed and wants the world to swallow her up.

Pavlo was invited on the tour to promote his new book, so when he discovers that Regan is also included his mood takes a dive, this fiercely independent woman will be the death of him, but when there is a threat against her and her daughter, Pavlo pushes all that aside and his instinct to protect her is brought to the for front.

As they get to know each other better there is a chemistry between them that can’t be denied but can Pavlo push away the feelings to be able to protect her and her daughter properly.

This is the first book I have read by this author and loved every word written, although this book is part of a series, I thought this was a story which can be read separately. The chemistry between these two main characters was brilliant to read and added a extra layer to the story, with also the Enemies to Lovers progression had you engaged all through. Regan was a great female character full of fire and independence which frustrated Pavlo at times but in the end became the thing he loved the most about her.

I can’t wait to read more of this series and the others before.

Finding the End Zone (Game Time Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Angela Shirley

Finding the End ZoneFinding the End Zone by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Callahan O’Reilly is the elite Athlete, the Football Star, and a god to all around him, apart from Jamaica Winslow. Callahan must try and concentrate when he is placed with Jamaica, a straight A student for a project but when he gets to know her, he sees more of the qualities he wants to go out with.

Jamaica was determined to not be attracted to the god which is Callahan O’Reilly but as she gets to know him and sees he is more than the sport he plays and the pressures that is put on him she becomes more attracted and wants to find out more behind the football.

I enjoyed this book greatly, although at times I was a little confused at the totally lack of understanding sometimes from Jamaica towards Callahan but the interactions in general were heart-warming and beautiful.

The story weaves into the world of college football and the stress that are placed on athletes to perform and the pressure Callahan has just adds to the drama within the story. Jamaica’s character was a little frustrating to me although this did not deflect from the story and the secondary characters added another layer in the story.

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

Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Angela Shirley

Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wayward

Jay has never met anyone like her before, Sasha is a enigma to him although an angel in disguise, but when she is in danger with the mafia, Jay feels compelled to help her.

Sasha has a guardian angel in Jay but with her history she has felt unloved and rejected her whole life, but when he walks in and turns her world around, someone who will protect her and love her for who she is.

Undercover

Matt is undercover with the mafia, trying to find things to help get to the bottom of all sorts of things going on, but when a lady is in a sticky situation Matt is always there to help. Finding out the details against Sasha, he strives to help the one person he feels compelled to protect Marenah although they are both running from the Russian and Chicago Mafia’s will he keep her safe.

Marenah holds a powerful secret which can destroy the two families of the mafia, but they are determined to she her dead. Can the one person she has trusted help her keep alive and can she push down the feelings for this man or will they destroy each other in the process.

OMG I have come to believe that this author is a genesis in the suspense and thrilling nature of her books and these two books do not disappoint. The books are well written as always and holds just enough sexual chemistry, intrigue and thrilling turns to hold your attention all the way through each book. I could not put these books down.

I always love the powerful female characters and Sasha and Marenah are no exception with the vunerability with the added strength is beautiful to read and although Jay and Matt are Alpha male character you have to love a flawed hero at the best of times and these two are said males.

I can’t wait to read more books in this series or by this wonderful author, thank you.

 

Bad at Being Good (An MM Brother’s Best Friend Romance) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Angela Shirley

Bad at Being GoodBad at Being Good by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Benji has not been the same since he saw his best friend die in front of him, but although he is struggling to come to terms with it, his world is suddenly imploding around him. Getting kicked out of school being the top one, so while he is moving back to his family home he is also conflicted that he will see Milo again, his best friends brother.

Milo has had a crush on Benji for year’s but he has never really tried to push the attraction but when his brother died all that vanished, Benji vanished from my life and he lost two brothers not just Kellan, but now he is back in town and this is now the chance to pursue his crush and see if the conversation he heard long ago between Kellan and Benji is still there.

When Benji and Milo meet the chemistry between them is off the charts but can Benji bury the promise he made long ago to Kellan or will he purse happiness with Milo in the end?

This book was just delightful to read, although it may have triggers for some people the words on the page added to the overall feel of the book rather than a shock factor. I loved the calm nature of Milo and that he was determined to show Benji that there relationship can go on and that they were suited to each other. Benji’s character was flawed in just the right way and what I mean is that he was not inheritably a bad boy but circumstances portraited him as that but once you got to the heart of the character he was a brilliant half to Milo.

The story was heart felt and pursued the regrets of each of the characters regarding the death of a friend, son and brother with them each showing the guilt they carried regarding the death of Kellan. I really enjoyed this book and would definitely read more by this author.

Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Angela Shirley

Hot Flashes and Hockey SlashesHot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As a older lady Olivia is thinking she is past all the dating game and is happy with her chaotic life at the moment, but when her Ex-husband is remarrying and is is invited to the wedding Olivia decides that she is happy going to the even single, but her grown up children decide to enrol a friend as a “Fake Boyfriend” for her.

Having check into her Island bungalow a knock arrives at the door and when she open’s it, there standing in all his glory is Hockey star Roman all muscles and hunky. How is she suppose to navigate the situation when she is instantly attracted to him?

Roman is starting to feel his age, although in other profession being 41 would be the pinnacle of life but with his body feeling the pressure of a professional athletic he is starting to doubt how long he can go on. So when his friends convinced him to play the role of the “Fake Boyfriend” so when he arrives and starts seeing they have more in common and an attraction, can he just be platonic or push for more?

I love Sylvie Stewart books so with her name on the cover as well as Marika Ray I knew I would not be disappointed and I definitely wasn’t. The story is well developed and the characters were brilliant to drive the story forward. I so related to the character of Olivia with the start of the menopause I feel the insecurities and the hilarious commentary had me laughing out loud.

I loved the character of Roman who was a perfect equal to Olivia’s character as the doubts and vulnerability of growing older and finding the love they deserve. The way he stuck up for her and understood the insomnia and being that support that she had not had was lovely to read. I could not put this book down and can’t wait to read more from this partnership.

Mission Target (Jake Wolfe Thrillers Book 7) by Mark Nolan – Review by Angela Shirley

Mission Target (Jake Wolfe, # 7)Mission Target by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jake is on another covert mission, this time trying to help stop a deadly drug ending up on the streets but when he discovers a beautiful girl on a beach and with similar resemblance to Sarah his girlfriend the case deepens and become dangerous for not just Jake but his friend and family.

As more and more is discovered and they are reaching the top of the tree can Jake keep himself, Cody his dog and everyone from the crosshairs of the gang. you will have to read to find out.

This is a great series and although I have read a few books and not all it does detract from story, these books can be read as stand alone and are well written and the story is developed brilliantly. The twists and turns have you on the end of whatever you are sitting on and will have you guessing till the end.

The character of Jake seems rough and ready but in the story you see the loyalty he shows not only to his partner, Cody his K-9 dog but to all the important people in his life and appreciates the struggles most people have. I always love a flawed hero and Jake is that with his PTSD from the marines playing a part in his daily struggles. Sarah was a great counter to Jake’s character and the love they show for each other was there on the page.

This is full of twists and turns and offers a sight into the underworld of drugs and gangs but I could not put the story down. Can’t wait to read the next book in this series and will go back and read the ones I haven’t, I forgot what a great thriller these books are.

Lost and Found (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Angela Shirley

Lost and Found: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9 (Logan McKenna Series)Lost and Found: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Crabbing Industry is cut throat and when a dead body is found, but when Sam’s friend is accused can Logan and Sam untangle the mysteries, but as they get further into the story more and more things don’t make sense and people aren’t who they seem to be.

Logan is thrown back into to helping defend a close friend of Sam, will she be able to put her feelings that something is not quite right with the whole story behind her, although she has her doubts she decides to help but as they go through the case, things get stirred up and can Logan survive.

We are thrown back into the world of Logan for the ninth book in the series and this is a wonderfully written thriller which has you guessing until the end and although this is the ninth book you can read them as stand alone stories as the author gives you enough background to understand the relationships. I love the character of Logan she is just a jaded and determined as ever and this book is no different.

This is full of twists and throws you into the world of crabbing, I know who would have thought it was such cut throat with the wonderful characters which enhances the story and draws you in. I hope there are more books to come and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next one.

The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Angela Shirley

The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fenimore James is a dreamer and wants to move away from his home, so he decides to run away and join the Outlaw gang run by Red Evans. So as he is established himself with in the group he changes his name and becomes Simon Shaw.

Simon sees the sheer brutally of the gang with some things he wished he had not witnessed but while he is trying to reconcile with this life within the gang and the crimes committed he is also battling with in his private life. While struggling to come to turns with the attraction to another gang member they are forced to hide the relationship and have snatched moments beings the two of them together and become a strong couple.

But in the meantime some one is killing the gang and can they find the person or are they all in the killers cross hair.

This is a chunky book but it needed to be to tell the story properly, I loved the discovery journey Simon had through the book and him just wanting to be part of a family which in the end was not quite what he expected. The story was great to read to see another era and racing through the trilling twists and turns made this a great story to follow and be immersed in. I loved the writing and the characters were well developed and added to the whole book.

Yesterday’s Over (Philly Heat Series Book 3) by Becky Flade – Review by Angela Shirley

Yesterday's Over (Philly Heat series, #3)Yesterday’s Over by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Assistant Medical Examiner Trudy Beasley loves her job, although the tragedies and heartbreak come through her doors everyday, Trudy enjoys giving answers to the victims families and hopefully be able to bring peace in some form. Until one day an explosion rips through the city and uncovers bones that may be beyond her expertise and requires help to answer the questions.

Ben Roberts is an expert in the world of Anthropology and when he receives a request to help with the Medical Examiners office this peaks his interest especially when the examiner is Trudy. Ben and Trudy start to work on finding the identity and the reasons behind the death but as they investigate more and more it becomes more intense, but when they uncover secrets and things people want to keep quiet but as they become more involved in the case there chemistry increases and in the end can they solve the mystery?

I loved all the books in this series so far and this one is just as good, although this is the third book you can feel comfortable reading as a stand alone story, although previous characters are referenced it does not take away from the story or the relationships.

The drama building in this story was well written and the book flowed with the thrilling twists and turns. I have loved Trudy as a character in the other books but you really get to see her tick in this story and Ben adds the chemistry of passion and love for her in the best possible way. I also love the way Trudy truly cares about the dead, always wanting to help with the narrative and story of how they ended up where they did which means at times she wears her heart on her sleeve.

I can’t wait to read the next book in this series and hopefully more to comes.

Master Sardinia (Masters of the Consulate Book 8) by Sylvia Black – Review by Angela Shirley

Master SardiniaMaster Sardinia by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the eighth book in this series and it just gets better an better with each book written, this book follows the Master Sardinia and Madria. When the rogues and shifters descend on the Island of Master Sardinia he is determined to protect what he and his other Masters have achieved, but when Madria is put in danger the only thing he can do to save her is change her.

Madria has the sight but she has always thought this a curse but when she sees something which disturbs her she has to right the wrong, but knowing she has always had a dislike to Master Sardinia when there worlds collide her whole world turns on its access.

Can they survive the rogues, Shifters and witches and themselves?

The only regret I have with these books are I read them too fast, as always there is action, drama and thrilling twists and turns which adds to the thrilling fast pace of the book. The worlds in which you create are so brilliant and draw you in from the first word printed on the page.

As with all the other books you have captured the feel of these character brilliantly and although this is normally a genre I read every new book has me itching to see what new adventure and rogues, shifters and witches this Mafia gang of vampires can rid the kingdoms of, although there are four more books in this series left I think at the end I will be sad to leave these sexy vampires and there mates.

Thank you for introducing me to a genre I would not have ventured but now love.

Ross (Central Florida Stories Book 4) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Angela Shirley

Ross: Central Florida StoriesRoss: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ross has his regrets in life his most potent is letting Hadley get on the back of his brother’s motorbike 4 years ago, at that time in his life he thought it was the best decision being in love with your brother’s girlfriend is not the done thing. Four years later, Hadley reaches out to him to recuse her daughter but can Ross shut off his feelings and leave her in her world of the devil or can he truly tell her the truth he wanted to say all those years ago.

The night Hadley jumped on Steve’s motor bike and left Ross and his mother was the hardest thing Hadley had ever done. Knowing deep down her heart was with Ross, she thought she could eventually love Steve. When Steve upgrades from petty theft to prospecting for an outlaw Motorcycle gang her world descended into the evil horrors. Her only salvation is getting her daughter out of this horrendous situation and her angel is Ross.

Ross arrives and sees the abuse that his brother has physically inflected on Hadley but not aware of the sexual abuse he decides to recuse both of them and hopefully he can follow his heart and hopefully ,make a home with Hadley and Lacey, the only thorn in the side is if his brother follows them and decides he wants her back but at the moment Ross would gladly teach his brother some manners.

I have read the other books in this series and this one does not disappoint. I love the forbidden love aspect between Ross and Hadley and it smoulders on the page, with his Alpha dominance which was there is part but his softness towards Hadley was lovely to read. My lord, I love the way Hadley was strong and still independent after what had happened to her and that she was not going to let it beat her which was brilliant to read.

This book does have triggers of Drug abuse, Sexual and Physical abuse but the way the author has written it adds a shock value and lets you know what has contributed to this strong female character and her journey but is not shocking enough for to you not read. As always the characters are well developed and enhances the story and can’t wait to read more.

Reckless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 4) by KG Fletcher – Review by Angela Shirley

Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book #4)Reckless Love: A Small Town Slow-Burn Forbidden Love Romance by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We are back on the Bennetts Farm and Becky is lost in her world, loving the role she plays within the family and with her cooking show growing all the time she feels she is missing something in life. With her brothers meeting the loves of there lives she feels she wants what they have and have a family of her own but the only thing is she is attracted to the wrong man.

Glen has been through a lot in his life, but not with sobriety he is trying to make a mends for all the heartbreak and destruction he has caused along the way but god is playing a serious trick on him and he has an attraction to the one woman he can’t have or can he. Becky has always been the kind soul and sunshine but can he be enough for her and can he get past the family he has caused so much pain.

But, when something happens that drives Becky away, Glen takes off after her and with none of her family around and just to two of them can they acted on the attraction that has been bubbling for a while or will they both feel they have betrayed her family.

I love this serious and you made us wait for Becky’s story you tinker, but it was worth waiting for. In all the other books Becky has always intrigued me and he story was beautiful and heart-breaking in parts. This can be read as a stand alone story as the author brings past history forward so you don’t lose any back story.

Glen’s character was heart-breaking and brilliant all in one, to see how he cares for Becky and truly shows the love he has for her is beautiful to read, the journey he has gone through is remarkable and Becky is the perfect partner to grow the love he has in his hear.

The story as always is well written and flows just wonderfully through the story, I hope there are more stories to come in this series as I am not ready to let go of Langston Falls.

The Inquisitor (WaterFyre Rising Book 4) by Nadia Han – Review by Angela Shirley

The Inquisitor (WaterFyre Rising, #4)The Inquisitor by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forrest is a successful Doctor, the top in his field but what is under the calm persona is a man fired up for revenge of his family. With his search for the last member of the most dangerous gang who wreck his world, but he does not know this may will put someone who becomes special to him in the firing line.

Kiera has just finished a photography job and is on her way to Texas to start another one, but when she goes out with friends she meets him, the attraction is like lightening in the air but when things take a turn and Kiera is kidnapped she becomes lost and scared, but there is a beacon of light when in the crowd of the auction she spots him, Forrest her knight come to recuse her.

Can there relationship grow when she does not really understand the handsome man in front of her?

Oh my lord, what a story. I have read all the other WaterFyre Rising books and all are brilliant but this just seems a bit more dark and thrilling. As I have read the other books this is not a requirement for you to enjoy this book as it ca be read as a stand alone story but I recommend reading the others for your enjoyment.

This story takes you more into Forrest’s mind and vendetta against the criminals who murdered his family and does go dark more than the other stories, but adds more shadow into the story. The relationship between Forrest and Kiera is soft and slow at the beginning but once they get to know each other it ignites into a passionate chemistry between the two.

The story is told in dual POV which also adds a layer to the story as you get to understand both feelings and anxiety with each other. Kiera is a great strong female and I feel she just grows more as the story goes on, although we get a hint of Forrest in the other books it is great to read his story and that he finds a happy ending in the end.

The story as always is well written and such fast pace that you hardly notice that you are half way through in the middle of the night lol. I love the style and the characters are rich and although there are some topics which you may feel its hard to read the author writes with respect and care which just adds to the story and injection compassion.

Thank you for this wonderful insight into the friend again, fingers crossed there is another book in this series.

Beautiful Dangerous (Philly Heat Series Book 4) by Becky Flade – Review by Angela Shirley

Beautiful Dangerous (Philly Heat series, #4)Beautiful Dangerous by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hannah Patel is living life in the shadows after he brother died, he was he rock and soul mate and now with him gone she is existing, until she discovers she has a stalker. At first it was notes and gifts but over the past few month’s it has become threatening and scary after the last note.

While in court defending her client she is assaulted by said client and is whisked into the judges chamber where she meets Lexi Danvers, a court investigator who happens to spot one of the stalkers letters. Lexi then says she will ask one of her colleagues to investigate of the books and help Hannah get to the bottom of who the stalker might be.

Detective Doyle Murphy has been asked for a favour while he is on leave from the special victim’s unit, but when he meets Hannah he is drawn in and is determined to protect her and find the culprit who is now steadily escalating there actions towards her, but when her dog walker if found dead in her house it becomes serious and needs putting a stop to.

This like the other books is a fast paced brilliantly written thriller, with well developed characters and a great storyline. There are some crossover with characters from previous books but that is more to do with friendships and relationships than the story itself, so this can be read as a stand alone book. Although I would highly recommend reading the other stories.

The character of Hannah like all of the authors main female characters is a strong, determined woman who want s to fight and survive rather than shy away and become a weak, shaking female like many stories portray and although Doyle’s character is a dominate Alpha male the author shows his more venerable side with his metal health and inner demons.

This story like the other is thrilling and draws you into the fast paced writing, and had me guessing for most of the book regarding the bad person. I hope you carry on with this series and can’t wait to read more in the future.

Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade – Review by Angela Shirley

Fall to Pieces (Philly Heat series, #2)Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Detective Alexandra Danvers is a mess, she is just trying to survive each day, but when she is dropped into a murder of a young boy her thoughts are directed to her past and that is not a nice place to be.

Detective Xavier Knight has a job to do, not only is his assigned to Detective Danvers to assess her capacity to do her job but his also has a murder to solve, but as he investigates the murder further he starts to see the cracks appear within Danvers, but when a suspect from her past comes into the light can he save her from herself and his heart and his career in the processes

This is the second book in this series, and it does not disappoint, the characters are rich and well developed, which when you read believe you are part of the story and want to get to know them more.

As you read you understand why Lex is so damaged with life and her heart, with constant reminders everyday of the struggle she is at breaking point. As the book progresses you get to see the grit and determination that Lexi is not going to give in and that she is a survivor and will not let the darkness in. Xavier’s character although shifty at the beginning, I enjoyed discovering the overall admiration he had for Lexi in the end and that he sacrificed his career to help her.

I do have to say there are some triggers in this story regarding, abuse, suicide and dark depression but although these subject matters are hard to read sometimes, this author respects these subject matters with her writing, and you become invested in there stories.
I can’t wait to read the next boo in this series.

A Love Restrained by Becky Flade – Review by Angela Shirley

A Love Restrained (Philly Heat series, #1)A Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kaylee is a police office with her world being black and white, good, and bad, but when she arrests a blast from her past the lines are becoming greyer. Finding the attraction that has always been there even when he was a small boy in her parent’s house, can see fall for him or will it potentially put her career in jeopardy.

When Kaylee arrested him, it took him back to his childhood seeing her beauty and the attraction that is still there, but she is a police office, and he is hiding a secret that if she finds out may destroy the bond they have created.

When Jayson disappears Kaylee’s world is destroyed can she forgive him or go through life wondering “what if’s”?

This is the second series I have read by this author, and it does not disappoint, the characters are rich and well developed, which when you read believe you are part of the story and want to get to know them more.

Kaylee is a great role model and strong female character within the story but she also shows the vulnerable side to her which is brilliantly to read. Jayson’s Character is a great compliment to the strong character of Kaylee, with the secondary characters adding a depth to the story which was just brilliant to read.

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

Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand Series Book 1) by Nicole E. Kelleher – Review by Angela Shirley

Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand, #1)Wild Lavender by Nicole E. Kelleher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lady Aubrianne is betrothed to Lord Roger as a payback for an old debt from her family. Once she is married its not the happily ever after she accepted, her new husband is cold and not a nice man, but as time goes on she decides to be the focal point of their people but when someone from her past comes into there town she does not know how to process this.

Larkin has been sent to uncover any wrong doings with Lord Roger, but when he enters the palace and sees the woman he has dreamed about ever since the first look he can’t believe it. So when his investigations may led to Anna he confronts her which upsets her and then they become allies trying to find out the real dealings behind Lord Roger.

This is not my normal genre I read and sometimes there is a book which surprises you which is always brilliant to find, this book was one of those nuggets. The story was well written and flowed with the drive of the story and the main characters held your attention while I devoured this book.

The character of Anna was such a strong character and was a great for the passion within the story and the character of Larkin was a brilliant compliment to the character of Anna and there forbidden love angst was great and also heart-breaking. I loved the secondary characters in the book and added an extra layer to this complex story.

As this is the first book I have read by this author, I would love to read the next book in this series and maybe I have found a new genre to read.

Liar, Liar (The McIntire County Series Book 4) by Winter Austin – Review by Angela Shirley

Liar, Liar (The McIntire County Series: #4)Liar, Liar by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

We are back into Eider, Shane Hamilton is happy to have some time off as it is coming but as he enjoys his away time his phone suddenly starts ringing of the hook. When he discover that they have found a body, he decides to investigate the case but can he find the murderer but can he find the killer before more bodies are discovered.

Liza Bartholomew is back in the small town of Eider, tracking the evidence of the one that got away, back in action but can she find him this time, but when the case takes a turn and she has too join forces with the Sheriff can they work together to solve the murders.

This is the four book in this series and is just as thrilling and full of twists and turns as the other books. The book can be read as a stand alone story but some of the characters do inter change within the four books, Liza was first introduced in book two and the sparks flew off the page then but in this book you get to see more behind the woman and the drive. This book is full of twists and turns which have you turning the pages of the book and nearly reading this book in one sitting.

You also get to see the intense passion of Shane and some of his back history which adds to the story and you get a better insight to what makes him tick.

Another great story and can’t wait to read more in the future.

Sins of the Father (The McIntire County Series Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Angela Shirley

Sins of the Father (The McIntire County Series: #3)Sins of the Father by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jolie Murdock is a new deputy in the Eider Police department following in the footsteps of her cousins can she make this her home and find the confidence she has been lacking over the past years. When she is given the disappearance of a missing girl, she goes about trying to find her but when she stumbles across the body of the missing girls father, can she solve the murder, find the girl and help a friend out without losing herself in the process?

Xavier decided to come to Eider to banish old wounds but when he is found over the dead body of the missing girl’s father with no memory of how he has got there, it’s up to him and Jolie to pick through his memory to discover what happened. As Jolie and Xavier investigate the murder more secrets and similarities come out of the woodwork and although Xavier and Jolie are saw her did not kill anyone there is still a doubt in Xavier’s head.

This is the third book in this series, and we shift from the characters in the first two books to a whole new heroine, Jolie at the beginning is trying to find herself and is feeling like she can’t do her job but when she stumbles into a murder her confidence starts to pick up and you see the drive in her to do justice for the victim and the missing girl.

Xavier’s character is interesting, and I love that he is flawed but has the courage to trust that Jolie will get to the bottom of blackout and trust that he is not the murderer, with his history of the military you have a small glimpse into his hurt and brokenness from his service and the horrific injuries he sustained.
The secondary characters as always adds to flow and overall enjoyment of the story, with the fasted pace action and uncovering the secrets and thrilling twists and turns this is another winner in my eyes.
Thank you, Winter, and hope to read book 4 in the future.

Wild For Me (The Balefire Series Book 3) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Angela Shirley

Wild For Me (Balefire, #3)Wild For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dakota is part of the most successful rock band in the world, he can have any woman he wants and does on a regular basis, but one night when she walked into the room in her tight leather skirt he had to have her. One night, but he can’t seem to get her out of his dreams and fantasies will he be able to get her out of his system.

Annabelle went to the concert not expecting anything but when Dakota’s eyes latched onto hers she was gone and then in the morning as she drove away not knowing if she could go with out seeing him again but when she discovers that she has a Management Internship with a band, to her surprise it is with Belefire and not only that she is in Dakota’s path yet again, can she keep her job strictly professional so people do not think she got the job because of him or will he wear her down and she succumbs to his charms.

This is the third book in the series and although you can read this as a stand alone story, you do get a understanding of some of the story from the other books as each book has the same timelines in the stories. The chemistry between these two characters is off the charts and watching them skip around each other is brilliant to read. The secondary characters in the book also adds to the story and you become invested in all not just the main characters.

There are brilliant parts where you just feel for both characters as they are trying to navigate the world of celebrity and also trying to see where the relationship will go and take they take you on the journey.

I can’t wait to read more about this great band and catch up with all the other characters along the way.

Ignite My Heart (North Fork Series Book 2) by Alicia Street – Review by Angela Shirley

Ignite My Heart (North Fork Series Book 2)Ignite My Heart by Alicia Street
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Morgan is a successful businessman with a high profile security business but there is one thorn in his side his ex – Fawn. Fawn shows up one day with a barrage of an entourage wanting to take there daughter out for lunch but Morgan gets wary that this is going to be another publicity stunt and stops her in her tracks. Fawn gets vicious and threatens Morgan with lawyers to get custody.

Blake is falling apart, she has been let go from the college and had to give up her lovely Manhattan apartment to now living in a summer cottage in the middle of nowhere in Fork County until her brother, Harper asks her to do him a favour and help a friend out, the only problem is that it’s a Nanny position but beggars can be choosers so she agrees.

Morgan hires Blake and Ciara his daughter and her hit it off straight away the only problem is he also is finding the beautiful nanny charming and attractive, can he hid his feelings away or could this woman be the one he has been waiting for?

This is the first book I have read by this author and I loved every word of it. It is a short story but packs a punch. The main characters of Blake and Morgan jump off the page with the chemistry from there first meeting and it is not long that you are willing them to take the relationship further. I loved Ciara as a child of nine she is sassy and smart young lady and is a brilliant character in the book.

I loved the flow of the story and the way the story twists with the main characters was brilliantly to read. Can’t wait to read the next book and many more from this author.

Born to Die (The McIntire County Series Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Angela Shirley

Born to Die (The McIntire County Series: #2)Born to Die by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cassy has been through hell the past few years, the trauma of her abduction by a madman but when she is sent to cover a spate of robberies and a murder the last person she expected to see is the only one she has to protect her heart from or she will spiral further into her head.

Boyce Hunt left the woman he loved to protect her but her can’t explain that to her, seeing her two years ago and by abducted and tortured was nearly the breaking of him. Although an FBI agent he has a past of criminality and destruction that he hopes does not taint him any further, sent to help on a case of robberies and death he know walking back in Eider will match him the one person he does not want to hurt anymore.

Can they work together without both of them getting attached and do there job or will they come crashing down again?

This is the second book in the series and follows the other River’s Sister Cassy. Cassy first shows up in the first book Atonement, when Agent Hunt agrees you find the dynamic between them is frosty but there is always hint of them thawing as the story went on. Now in this book it delves deeper into the relationship and the hidden past of Hunt and the totally devastation him leaving caused Cassy which is brilliant to read.

I would say that this book can be read as a stand alone but I would definitely read the books in order as in the first book you understand the nature of why Cassy is so traumatise by that event and how Boyce and her rekindled the relationship. This book is full of thrilling turns and twists and as you follow with the investigation you slow uncover the clues as they do.

I love that Boyce is just as vulnerable as Cassy as in the first story you did not get to see the full extent of his character and this delves more into his history and past and how this has shaped him to be how he is and what he has done to protect the ones he loves.

If you are looking for a fast pace, murder, mayhem with suspense, violence and action this is the book for you and if you have not read the first book in this series I suggest you do and Can’t wait for the next instalment.

When We Fell Again by Julie Archer – Review by Angela Shirley

When We Fell Again: An angsty, second chance rockstar romanceWhen We Fell Again: An angsty, second chance rockstar romance by Julie Archer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Alexis is worried about taking the gig as Tour manager for a rock group, not that she could not do the job but her ex is still the front man to the group, can she keep her feelings in check or will the memories of the past be too much for her?

Jordan is in one of the most popular rock groups in the world but when he realises his ex girlfriend will be the tour manager his thoughts went to the time they spent together and after spending time with her on tour his feelings start coming back and he is determined to win her back.

So as they start to become more than friends and the relationship is growing but will someone in his past derail his career and his future with Lex.

This is the first story I have read by this author and I loved every minute of it. Jordan and Lex’s chemistry jumped off the page and with there history you get the understanding that these two were destiny to become one. I loved the secondary characters in this story as they gave the book another dimension and drawn you in from the first word.

The story was well written and the characters were well developed with always makes a book more interesting to read. I look forward to reading more books by this wonderful author in the future.