Angela Shirley – Page 8 – Itsy Bitsy Book Bits

Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie – Reviewed By Angela Shirley

July 4, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Levi by Edith Mackenzie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Levi has been forced to return home to help run the family ranch and to look after his little sister with his brothers when his dad and stepmother died. They are all trying to find the balance in their lives but when an old military friend of Levi’s asks for a favour, he is more than happy to help protect the person in his charge.

Bella is scared, she put herself in a position of no return with a man who is violate and evil, when she receives a way out, she takes it with both hands but when she lands on the doorstep of Levi and his family, can she keep the pretence up with the family or will she break as they openly welcome her into the family. Plus, can she also hide the chemistry between her and Levi?

This is the first time I have read a book but this author and will not be the last. I enjoyed the way the story flowed, and the characters were well developed, the contrast between Levi and Bella was a lovely dimension with the higher society in which Bella lived with the coldness of her family to the honest and warmth that flowed through Levi’s family was great to read.

With the secondary characters this brought the world to life, and I am desperate to see if the author continues the series with the other brothers whose stories are there for the taking and to also see more into the future of Bella and Levi. I cannot wait.

Saved by Love (Bellevue Bullies Book 7) by Toni Aleo – Review by Angela Shirley

June 30, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Saved by Love by Toni Aleo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Evan Alder is one of the Alder greats within the hockey world, although Evan is not as confident as his twin brother so decides for his mental health to medically retire from Hockey. With this decision done he then looks at what does he really want. So, when he decides to go to school and become a sports therapist, he has anxiety where this is the right path for him.

When he arrives he is then assigned the RA position in the Hockey house which is giving him anxiety but also he is assigned as the sports therapist to the Gymnastics team, the only problem is he has no clue about the sport, but as time goes on he does both jobs to his best ability but when a certain girl catches his eye, can he keep the job and his love life separate?

Callie has struggled to get where she is and being enrolled into one of the top schools for gymnastics, so when the new term starts in walks someone, she thought she would ever see, Evan Alder. Although Evan has been a fantasy to her for years as her “dad” plays with his twin brother, so she must walk carefully regarding pursuing him, until they see him running and then all bets are off and Callie declares to the girls that he is hers for the taking.

As Evan and Callie get closer can they maintain a relationship or will other factors knock them off course.

This is the first book I have read in this series or by the author and I can confirm that this can be read as a stand-alone book, although it has piqued my interest to read the series from the beginning and the other spin off series to see how the other characters got together.

The two main characters were brilliantly developed, and I like the fact that the main male character struggled with his mental health and issues which normally are portrayed by female characters in books. The chemistry between the two of them charged off the page and was crafted beautifully within the story. I loved the way that Callie’s life starts off rough and with her sister’s sheer grit and determination to get her were she is has given Callie and great role model to follow and then with Nico’s fatherly protection it was lovely to finally see her have love in both a relationship and family. The story was well developed and flowed easily and held my interest until the end.

I look forward to reading more books by this author and hopefully add a few more book boyfriends to my ever-growing list.

e Mastermind (WaterFyre Rising Book 1) by Nadia Han – Review by Angela Shirley

June 27, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

The Mastermind : A Brother’s Best Friend Romance by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Remi is living in a dark place, a billionaire who has strived to be the best and hide his past, but he has always had a core group of friends who have been there through all the issues with his dad and stepfamily especially his bully of a stepbrother.

He always felt safe and wanted at his friend Graysen’s house, with Mrs Wu always trying to feed them up and show warmth and love he did not have at his own home. As the year’s went on and college came and went Remi built his empire up around the Waterfront of his youth, but now will his past come back and the darkness seep deeper.

Audri Wu has always been the only girl in the group of boys that were constantly at her house, but she has always had a soft spot for Remi. While working at her job she becomes the target of harassment, although she has been to HR nothing really gets sorted but then suddenly there is an announcement that the company has been sold and in walks Remi, but as the chemistry between the two of them intensifies can they make a relationship work or will the past shatter it wide open.

This is the first time I have read anything by this author, and I loved the story and the characters. Remi and Audri’s characters complimented each other brilliantly with the dark and light. I love a forbidden love story and with the twist within this story just had me turning the pages to get to the thrilling parts, although I enjoyed the story it did in my opinion took a while to get going but I understand the backstory had to be told as this led them to this part.

The secondary characters where also a brilliant added addition and hope that this series grows so we get to see the other friends’ lives expanded and delve into the world of the Waterfyre in more detail.

Love is Worth Fighting for (The Meraki Series Book 3) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Angela Shirley

June 19, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Love is Worth Fighting for by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

All Krystina wants to do is travel the world and be a famous blogger but when her Loukas her childhood nemesis decides to go along with her, as she goes through, she has no breathing room as he is constantly with her all the time. When they discover challenges long the way the most unlikely person helps her through Loukas.

So, when Krystina takes on the challenge to find her grandfather will they uncover the secrets of the past and locate the lost family member or will they be dragged into problems they never envisioned.

This is the third book in the series and follows the third sister Krystina, although this can be read as a standalone story it would be good to have some of the crossover from the first two books as back story but is not necessary. As always, the story is well written and with the twists and turns in the story will keep you turning the pages to the end.

I loved the character of Krystina in the other stories, and I think Loukas is the right character to compliment Krystina although at first, she does not think so. The emotion and the turmoil in the story follow brilliantly and you feel the journey as if you are there with the character along the way. It is lovely how the relationship is a slow burn and that the reaction of finally realising that they are destined for each other is lovely to read.

I can’t wait to read the next book.

PREMEDITATED: A Trust Betrayed, Lives Sabotaged, A Love Undaunted (Agents of Justice Book 2) by Susanna Haymond – Review by Angela Shirley

June 13, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Premeditated by Susanna Haymond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When the people who are trying to stop the push of drugs onto the streets start getting symptoms of drug use, they realise someone is trying to sabotage the work they are trying to do to help the young kids.

Anne is one of the crusaders who are trying to rid the streets of the evil drugs, but she gets embroiled in the sabotage but with help from her friends can she try and find out who is the main man and stop the sabotage before it goes too far.

In the meantime, DEA Agents are trying to close in on drug related crimes, Josh and Grant have been working the case a while but when things start happening to Anne who is Grant’s ex-partners fiancé it starts to become personal, and can they race against time to find out who is behind it all.

This is the first book I have read by this author, and I really enjoyed the flow of the story and the relationships between the main characters, although this is the second book in this series it did not distract from this story, and I believe this could be read as a standalone book.

If you are looking for a good thriller this book is for you, with the twists and turns in the story will have you racing through the book to discover who is the mastermind behind it all and that can the main characters save the day. Although there are some religious aspects to the story this does not distract but adds another layer to the complex story and you learn about the character of Anne and where her values come from. If you love a good thriller and want to immersed yourself into the story, then this is the book for you.

Victoriously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 4) by Anise Storm – Review by Angela Shirley

June 11, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Victoriously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jonas is powerful, a Titian of business and as all powerful men he works and plays hard. Seen as a playboy, one night speciality is this really the life for him. As his friend’s are starting to fall in love, can Jonas leave his playboy ways behind and find that special someone who can see under the armour and find the true, Jonas.

Mackenzie is striving to be the best chef she can be and needs to impress to get the job of a lifetime, working in one of the best kitchens in the hotel world would be the pinnacle of her career. So when she enters the room and sees a blast from her past, the old hurt and feelings come back but she is determined to play the game to win the prize, the only thing is she is playing with the master and will she get hurt again.

I must admit I was waiting for Jonas’s story since the beginning, you have this knee jerk dislike for this character as in each of the previous books he has always come across as arrogant and privileged, but this story really opens the character of Jonas and loved every minute of it. You know with this author that the story will always pact a punch and with a well-developed and written story this book does not disappoint.

I loved the character of Mackenzie, she was a strong woman, who in the past has had heartbreak and determined to not let this be her defining moment in life. The relationship between the two of them was heart-breaking with the truths come out. I love the way the author draws you into the story and you feel like you are living the book with the main characters. I can’t wait for the next book.

Finding Starlight (Quimby Grove Book 1) by Shannon Nikole – Review by Angela Shirley

June 11, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Finding Starlight by Shannon Nikole

Ellawyn is running from her past, and stumbles into a quiet town which she believes she can live to rebuild herself. While there she spends most of her time is a little bookstore, Starlight Books and becomes friends with the owner Benji. While befriending the older store owner he decides to tell her his secret and that he will not be able to look after the store for much longer, Ellawyn offers to help run the store with Benji’s grandson Beckett.

Once Beckett arrives Ellawyn feels drawn to this man but with her history and the walls she has built up, will she ever feel like she can have a relationship again?

This is the first story I have read by this author. I enjoyed the small-town vibe, and the characters are well developed and written. Ellawyn’s character has been through a lot in her short life, and you feel the reluctance in her trusting anyone especially a man is heart-breaking. With the twists and turns of the story you feel drawn along to help them find out what is going on.

Although, I did feel in places the story was rushed and tried to get you to the conclusion too quickly and then others I felt could have been expanded a little more to give more back story to the characters, but although in saying this it did not deter me away from the book or the story. I would love to read the next instalment in this series and see what happens next.

Squid (Moto X Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley

June 3, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Squid by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Levi Crowe is a player and man-child, living a privileged life with a trust fund income he can just do whatever he wants. People flock to him or shall we say women and he welcomes them with a night of passion with no strings. Although deep down he is scared by the be trail of an ex-girlfriend and has his heart on locked for a long time until one night all that changes when he discovers the women who turns him down.

With this shock he is then plunged into shock when his parents have also had enough and take away all his money and make him go to work at the family law office, Levi thinks this is a bad idea until he turns up and does not have his corner but is an assistant but what is even more unreel is that the lawyer he is assisting is no other than Kindle James the woman who turned him down in the bar.

Things become interesting and can Kindle reignite the fire and ambition deep in Levi to be a great lawyer and a better person?

This is he first story I have read by this author and it was well written and the characters where well developed. To say I was not a fan of Levi in the first few chapters would have been an understatement, his constant whining and pitiful destruction was not my cup of tea and to be honest I was his friends I would have told him to do one, lol.

Then, half way through the book you started to see the true character of Levi which was great to read, although I wish this had started earlier, the way the author wrote the two main characters weaving through there feelings was brilliant but I felt at times that it was a bit rushed.

Saying that the storyline was brilliant and it did have me deeply engrossed wanting to find out will they, won’t they but unfortunately I am staying mum and you will have to read the book to find out. I would like to read more of this author and especially see the stories if their are regarding the secondary characters in the book and how there relationships started and bloomed.

Tickety Tock (Wicked Warriors MC Arizona Chapter) by Manda Mellett – Review by Angela Shirley

May 30, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Tickety Tock: Wicked Warriors MC Arizona Chapter by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dwarf is part of a MC gang; woman are always attracted to the bad boy as he thought but it seems he is always the stepping stone to his other brothers. As he has been trod on too many times, he is a little jaded when it comes to woman, but he all he wants is to settle down and have someone love him for him.

One night while riding back he is distracted by a shadow running out of the side of the rode, trying to miss the animal he crashes and wreck not only his bike but his ankle. Upon trying to find what he missed he discovers much to his angry a woman.

Struggling to try to understand why this woman would run away he approaches with anger and frustration to notice that this woman is physically shook up and then trying to understand why she has run, when he hears her story his protective nature kicks in and tries to help her with her story.

But can you really believe in ghosts, and do they exist?

I loved this book; it was not your typical MC Romance from this author, but the paranormal twist made this story even more intriguing, and I could not put it down. The story weaves with twists and turns making you want to carry on reading more and more. I loved the fact that Raven was the perfect woman for Dwarf and although there first meeting was rocky, how he then protector her just made your heart swell with his support and utter trust of this woman.

The characters are endearing and relatable, which just drives this well written story along. This is not my first book by this author and this will definitely not be my last.

As Close to Perfect by Maria Jane – Review by Angela Shirley

May 30, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

As Close to Perfect by Maria Jane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bree has had her fair share of bad dates, wrong men and is just fed up with the whole dating scene. So, she makes a pledge with herself to not date JOCKS, no dating any athletes in general but while this is on the cards, she is now looking for the perfect mister right if he ever exists.

Nate is the perfect guy for Bree only he is a tennis coach, and he is in the friend’s category, but as time goes on, she starts to see him more than a friend and can she give in to the attraction and find the perfect one.

This is the first story I have read by this author and found it joyful and an easy read, the story was well written and flowed brilliantly. The book takes on the narrative of the main character Bree and meanders through her failed relationships and various rules she has for dating until she starts to grow closer to Nate. The story delves into different cultures and ethnicity and with the clever insight has thought provoking quotes.

The chemistry for the two main characters was jumping off the page and I when they finally realise, they are meant to be together you certainly get a glow inside. This is a stand-alone story and I can’t wait to read more from this author in the future.

Deadly Sommer (Nora Sommer Caribbean Suspense Book 1) by Nicholas Harvey – Reviewed by Angela Shirley

May 28, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Deadly Sommer by Nicholas Harvey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nora has just started a new job with the Royal Cayman Police thinking the job will be relaxed and different pace to life, but when Nora and her partner are thrown into a kidnapping thing start to get interesting.

While Nora starts investigating, she is drawn into the kidnapper’s sick plan and she become a porn in the crime, having to race against time to try and solve four challenges set by the bad guy, the only thing is if she fails any then the kidnap victim will have things done to her, so Nora must try and solve the clues and the challenges to find this sick man.

In the end, can she find out who has drawn her into this game, and can she survive?

This is the first book I have read by this author, and I really enjoy the well written story. I had a hard time relating to the character of Nora but as the story progressed, I found my feelings changing and becoming more involved with the character. If you love a good murder mystery than this is a story for you, with twists and turns which will have you glued to the book and have you reading into the early morning trying to finish a chapter.

The story if impactful and as the author drip feeds the clues to you it is a great page turner, I don’t really like stories which you know the murderer in the first five chapters and then you are constantly cursing the lead character, but this book did not give me those vibes at all.

This is a great beach book, where you can just get absorbed into the world and forget your reality for a bit. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series and see which next adventure Nora gets to go on.

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Angela Shirley

May 23, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kendall has fantasied over her brother’s best friend for years, as a awkward teenager who was always in the middle of them she only dare to look from a far, but now grown up she has an opportunity to put that attraction to the test.

Pete’s best friend has asked him if he minds putting up Kendall while she is working in the city, when Pete agrees he is unaware that Kendall has turned into a sexy, smart woman who knows what she wants. So, when she puts a proposal on the table will he give in and break the “Bro-code” rules or will a little bit of fun with no strings fly under the radar.

Although as both get to know each other as adults’ feelings start clouding the fun and can both just walk away when the week is over.

This is the first book I have read by this author, and I thoroughly enjoyed the light-hearted, easy read story. The two main characters are well suited to each other and the way they interact is refreshing and just heart-warming. I liked how the story builds along the way and the dilemmas both have when realise the feelings are deeper than they both initially thought. It is great that this is part of the series and hope we get to see them in the next book.

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

Collateral Damage (Mafia Elite Series Book 6) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Shirley

May 16, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Trey La Rosa has no time for finding a woman, with his busy Hospital life and then additional family commitments he has no time to sleep but when he attends a charity function and spots her, he can not take his eyes of the beautiful women in front of him.

Hailey Carmichael is from a privileged background, family money and a image to uphold is exhausting when you aren’t really right for the world but when she discovers a secret within her own family she decides to take things into her own hands, but when she meets the dangerously good looking surgeon all bets are off.

While Trey is dragged into trying to help Hailey his feelings grow more and more but with his family and enemies losing another woman to the family feud is not on the cards, but can he stay away and protect Hailey or is it better to keep her close.

OMG OMG, this author can do no wrong, this series is one of the best series I have read and am always anticipate the new release with zealous and this book does not disappoint. I feel although Trey in the other books have flown some what under the radar you always got the feeling there was so much more to him. As the doctor of the family as well as the hospital you get to see the strain within his life and the heartbreak that has been hinted in the other stories.

I am so glad that he found a strong woman within Hailey and that although she has, he issues with her family too they seem to really spark when they come together and really dig under the skin of each other to find the drive and determination they both need to succeed in the world they live in. The story twists and weaves through to bring you a brilliant story which as always is well written and draws you in from the first work. The characters are as familiar as my own family, and it is great to see them bringing Hailey instantly into the fold of the Five Families and like all of them are extremely protective of her from the start.

I really can’t wait for the next story, but they are many left to delve into.

The Cruiser (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 1) by Rowan Rossler – Review by Angela Shirley

April 25, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

The Cruiser by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Vandana’s life is on a bit of a downhill curve now, although to say her work life is great but her personal life has taken a hint. Her husband has just announced that he has had an affair and wants a divorce thus sending her into a spin. So, she falls back on work to relieve her from her disastrous life but that when life starts to get interesting.

Morgan is what some people describe as a Playboy of sorts, he has a successful Yacht Businesses in the one of the most exclusive countries in the world, what more does he need? A good reputation if he is to win over a big, big contract. So, one of his advisors puts forward a company and within one meeting Morgan’s life changes forever.

This is the first book I have read by this author, and I have to say it was a brilliant, well written story. The characters were brilliantly suited with the Sassy and forthright of Vandana’s personality was a great mirror to the slightly arrogant demeaner at the beginning with Morgan, but as the story flowed along you saw the true character of Morgan and fell just a little with him in the end. I also love when the authors include the destinations in the story, and you feel part of the glamourous world of Monaco, Italy, and LA with each word which describes them.

I really enjoyed the story and loved the secondary characters with Vandana’s friends and Morgan’s family and his friends. The twist in the story is brilliantly but there is a back story that needs to be told, all in all I really enjoyed the book and can’t wait to read the next book and books to come.

The Last Cabin Girl (Detective Josie Thompson Series) by Tom Swyers – Review by Angela Shirley

April 18, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

The Last Cabin Girl: A totally gripping thriller full of twists by Tom Swyers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Josie is stuck in a no end relationship; with an abusive husband and two children she needs to escape and leave him. She finally gets the guts to leave and goes to her hometown, were she lives in a cabin in the woods. As, she is always on the look out for her ex-husband she starts noticing things, until another body turns up in the river taking Josie back to her 12 years old self.

Things then starts happening, family secrets that should be kept secret start to emerge and Josie is sent down a swirling path to try and hide from her ex-husband and secrets from the past.

This is the first book I have read by this author and oh my this is not what I expected at all, in a good way. The story is well written, and the book has you gripped from the first few chapters. The characters are complex but adds to the build of the anticipation of intriguing story which develops as you read further into the book.

The character of Josie is written superbly and which her complex past and the utter strength she has showed to do the things and discover what she has is a brilliant character to run through the centre of the book, showing her courage at every turn was a refreshing insight.

If you are looking for a brilliant thriller with twists and turns and allow the writer to take you on a brilliant journey then this is a book for you.

The Traitor (An Underground Bad Boys Romance Book 2) by India Kells – Review by

April 16, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

The Traitor, An Underground Bad Boys Series by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spencer Knox is from a background of violence and illegal activity; he had worked his way to the top of the underworld but saw the dirty side and fought to destroy what they were doing. This left a big target on his back and having been hiding for most of it he decides to by a garage in a sleepy mountain village, but he was not prepared to meet the beauty he has.

Josie Baird had everything a husband, a home but that fairy-tale came crashing down when she found out her husband was abusive. With her determination to leave to get a divorce, her husband decided not to let her go and is blackmailing her into paying his bills and debts in exchange for a divorce. So, Josie is struggling with two jobs and little sleep to survive and get rid of him. Although she can’t see a way out in walks a shining beacon of hope, but can she ask for the help she so needs.

This is the second book in this series and oh my do I love a bad boy and in this book, you get two. Spencer and Josie’s chemistry is off the charts and add in Gage well you have a book on fire, the interactions, and conversations between the three main characters is a joy to read as always.

My only complaint is that the story is too short lol, it has all the warm and feels but has that dark under belly which just keeps you engaged in the book from start to finish. I can’t wait to read the next book in this gripping series.

The Fighter (An Underground Bad Boys Romance Book 3) by India Kells – Review by Angela Shirley

April 14, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

The Fighter by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Juliet is barely surviving with her best friend Ten, but they have an idea to get the money they need to survive is to start fighting in the underground circuit, the money is good, and they can at least get their head above the water and give them so breathing time, but as all best laid plans this has a big flaw.

Gage is lonely, all his friends have someone, but he has not found that right person yet. While surveying the underground cage fighting, he spots a woman and her friend, and she piques his interest. He agrees to help train Ten but is not expecting the chemistry whilst getting to know the two people, maybe he is not lost in love in the end.

Thank you for choosing Gage as the next bad boy to get his forever story, I loved this from the first sentence to the last. The chemistry which flows off the page is engrossing, and I finished this story in a matter of hours. The character of Juliet was a welcome equal to this loveable bad boy and as always, the added connection of Ten this story just opened my heart. This is not all about the sexy interactions and has some substances to the twist and turns the story takes, as always, I am just sad that it had to end.

Can wait for more.

Saving Marvel (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #4) by Manda Mellett – Review by Angela Shirley

April 11, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Saving Marvel by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Marvel has always been the one who has never wanted to settle down, from his past he has been closed off to love, until one day in walks the women who broke his heart years ago.

Virginia has locked herself away from the world, but when she does finally decides to re-join the world she is delved into a trouble yet again but only Marvel can help her through the maze of the threat.

As they are both kindred spirits can they find a way to move through there past to start a fresh in the present.

This is the fourth book in this series and follows the lives of Marvel and Virginia, I loved the chemistry between these two characters and that they are a little broken always makes goof reading and a more interesting book. The story was well written and with the twists and turn held your interest in the story for the last word. I always love the grittiness of Manda’s stories and the way the stories unfold is brilliant to read and enjoy.

This leads on from the other stories in this series but can be read as a stand alone book in it’s own right but to get a true understanding of the group and the misfit family they have created I would recommend reading the other book in the series and hell the whole catalogue of this wonderful storyteller.

Can’t wait for the next instalment in this wonderful series.

Deacon (Saints vs Sinners Series) by CJ Warrant – Review by Angela Shirley

April 8, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Deacon by CJ Warrant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Deacon suffered in his life, more than most all he needs to do is escape the town he grew up in. Years later he is brought back to his hometown to bury his best friend but hopefully he does not dig up old memories.

Olivia was broken when Deacon left one night forever wondering if their friendship ever was as solid as she thought, but time has passed, and she moved away and made a life for herself but coming back home will hurt especially if she sees him.

Once they meet up old feelings and insecurities come flooding back but with the pressures, they are both under can they rekindle what they had lost years before.

This is the first book I have read by this author and OMG what a book to start with. The story was well written and fully of emotion in each chapter written. I loved these two main characters and the emotional struggle they have been through with each other and apart and that they are a little jade around the edges but still truly believe they can be there for each other.

The story around the struggles with his mother’s Alzheimer’s is thought provoking and written with dignity and empathy and you are drawn into the decisions he must make. This story is about survival and strength and with the story meandering through with twists and turns, cliff hangers I can not wait to read the next book in this series.

Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Angela Shirley

April 2, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Until there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Regan always thought she was cursed, wanting to leave Boston and travel the world. Being the first in her family to graduate her world was ahead of her but in one walked Jeremy and her world stood still.

Jeremy is destine to inherit Stone Development, he has worked hard to prove to his father that he is capable to takeover the business. So this project in Boston starts off great he has the backing but when they step into the diner across from one of the developments and he sees her, all his dreams and aspirations do not seem that important anymore.

This is the first story I have read by this author and I really enjoyed the well written and developed characters. I loved the sassy, strong character of Regan, she knew what she wanted as was not afraid to let Jeremy know exactly what she was thinking and feeling.

Jeremy for me was a great character to match the strong willed character of Regan, but with him being that bit older his responsibilities to his family made your heart ache for the both of them. I loved the secondary characters and would love to know the story behind Shane her brother in the end and does Phillip find his love as I wish he was my best friend also.

All-round I loved this book from start to finish, the story was engaging and at times my heart did break for the two main characters, thank you for a great book I can’t wait to read more.

Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Angela Shirley

March 21, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Shamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Clover does not live up to her name as being lucky, first in life and then in love. While trying to take care of her grandmother, a unfortunate brush with the law when her grandmother passes and out of the rainbow their is a pot of gold. Maybe her life is getting better.

Shamrock is the alter ego of Patrick, always wanting a good time, never wanted to be shackled to a women he has lived the playboy life style for ages, but as his friends starts marrying off life hits him and he wants what his friends have, but can he put his reputation behind him and find the one girl who can see through the shield.

This was a lovely short story full of fun and true optimism, we start in the middle of Clover’s world a bit down on her luck not really wanting to find love and happy as she is, but when other circumstances happen she realises that she needs to live life and opens her heart. As for the character of Patrick he has lived his life a little too much and going through the journey of discovery with him was him realising he wants what his friends have. It is a lovely meet-cue that brings these two brilliant characters together and the story wonderful flows right the way through.

I have read many books by this author and they have all been different but the style and the quality of the writing never falters.

Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Shirley

March 21, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Summer has always had bad luck, from the moment she was born she was thrust into a world of poverty and neglect all she had was the family of misfits she has built around her but when her best friend gets into trouble and she needs to escape for her life, can the dark stranger she meets be the one to rescue her and bring light into her life.

Luc has strived for what he has got in life no one has handed him anything, now running a successful business but what happens when your past comes knocking and throws you into a world of danger, family, and loyalty and to top it of an attraction to a stranger you think is trying to ruin you.

Can I just say OMG, I knew Luc’s story would be explosive but oh me was it that and more? I love this series and although they are totally dangerous and have their own set of morals the Five Families welcomed both with open arms and drew them into the family fold with easy.

Your heartaches at the beginning with Summer and the strength she must have to escape the New York Mafia but when she gets thrust into the arms of Luc you see the chemistry bubbling all through the storyline. I always love the way that the main female characters are just as smart and dangerous as the Alpha males and that the relationship between the bosses and their wives is seen as equals with each of them having their very own skill set.

The story is well written and weaves through opening more glimpses into the Chicago world of the mafia. I am so glad that there is a hint to the next and that Trey’s story will not disappoint as the other books haven’t. I can not wait for the next instalment to arrive.

Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Angela Shirley

March 19, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Yolanda and Mark have loved each other from school got married and moved to the big city, but things have started to strain and Yolanda does not know what to do. She decides to go back home and try and work through her emotions.

Mark arrives home and find Yolanda and his daughter have gone to visit family but as the weeks go by he realises that there is something seriously wrong, so he packs up and follows them to Bunya Junction to try and save his family.

This story has been brewing through the last three stories and I am so glad Yolanda and Mark get to share their journey with us in this book. This story was heart warming and real, real everyday struggle with some secrets added in.

The story is well written and winds through the characters trying to come to terms with themselves as well as trying to drawn them back together. As you read through the story you understand there is much more to their story and it was thoroughly enjoyable. I loved the way the secondary characters are compliment the main characters and offer support.

To be honest every story I read by this author is wonderful, I am a little sad that this is the last book in this wonderful series but can wait for the next book/series to come along.

Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Angela Shirley

March 11, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rhyann has everything she has ever dreamed of, a scholarship to one of the renown Ballet Schools in the country, but as she get there and starts her studies she is becoming increasingly worried about the costs raising from moving to New York.

So when her roommate suggests for extra money pole dancing at a local club, she decides it the best option for her to do what she loves, dancing and earn extra money.

Mason is one of the biggest people in New York, he owns a successful club and is consider one of the most eligible bachelors there is, he can have his pick of any girl/women who throws themselves at him but one night he is attracted to one of the new dancers but she seems familiar to him. It is only when he comes face to face with her does he realise its the woman he had one night with and can not get out of his head.

But it is wise mixing business with pleasure?

This is not the first book I have read by this author and oh my this will not be the last, although this book is part of a series you each book is it’s own stand alone story but if I was you and go nd read them all as you will not be disappointed.

I love the way the book unfolds and weaves through the budding relationship and with the realisation that these two people are destined to be together. The character in all the books are well developed and offer a great depth and another element to the story. The chemistry between the two characters is off the page and I love the way you uncover the romance with each turn of the page.

The two main characters are written in a way that they compliment each other, with the secondary characters adding another layer to the story. I really enjoyed the character of Rhyann as a fierce independent women trying to make her own way through the city it was just a refreshing read.

I can not wait for the next instalment as to be fair anything written by this author is gold.

Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Angela Shirley

March 8, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cate Silver has a secret she has kept for twenty years, she killed a man. Thinking she had got away with it but she is always looking over her shoulder just in case it comes back to haunt her. One faith night all hells breaks loose and they are going to re-open the murder which send Cate into a spiral the only person who can ground her is her best friend Patti but she left long ago.

Patti ran away from the town she grew up in, always keeping in touch with her best friend, Cate every couple of years but when she receives a frantic call from Cate has Patti running back to her hometown to try and help Cate through the years of pain and secrets that lay in in her past, but Patti also has skeletons which are threatening to be released and have her running away again.

I love this author, her stories are full of emotion and are well written and just flow along with the story. These characters shows the loyalty and friendship can last a life time and that some relationship are just there through thick and thin. The twist and turns in the story have you engrossed from the first word to the last and will not let you down.

The story shows the determination of friendship and the unbelievable strength and that they have kept this secret for so long that it slowly ripping them apart. If you like the thrill of the chase and a well written book then this one is right up your street.

My Valentine’s Day Cookie Match (Welcome to Cupid’s Cove) by C.A. King – Review by Angela Shirley

March 7, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

My Valentine’s Day Cookie Match: Welcome to Cupids Cove by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lara is happy running the local bakery in a small town, so when she discovers a new bakery opening but it’s not just a bakery, they will also have a side line on dating, through there website the more you buy the more you are a step closer to your true love. Can Lara survive this new business muscling in on her territory?

Graham has had enough of the big city job and stress, quitting his job as a marketing specialist he decides to set up his own business and where better to set up a dating app and bakery than Cupid Cove, the town itself will promote his new venture, but there is one thing in his way, Lara who already owns a bakery in the town and just happens to be the mayor’s daughter. Can he survive the competition and the back lash?

This story was full romance and just an all-round feel-good story. I loved the character of Lara who was sassy and a strong female character who worked so well with the banter and sparks which flew off the page between these two characters. The add element of the wonderful dialogue had this story jumping off the page, with the vulnerability of Graham leaving his secure job to follow his passion was lovely to read and the way the sparks fly between him and Lara it was a good to read.

I have read many books by this author and this book does not disappoint, can wait for the next book.

Unchecked: A Steamy Love Triangle Love Romance by Carina Alyce – Review by Angela Shirley

March 7, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Unchecked by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Stella Magi is not a person who is known for her relaxing nature, her life is always at one hundred miles an hour. So, from her youth of drinking and partying she is now sober and in control of her career as a surgeon, but her love life is and will always be a train wreck.

She is living life to the full of three men on the go and managing to enjoy all the perks there is to offer but when something happens, and she then revaluates her life she wants more than friends with benefits relationship. Can she decide if one of the three is that man or does she need to look out for something else.

This story is full of chemistry and passion which seeps out of every character. Dr Stella Magi’s character is full of sass and determination, and I loved reading her story. The story was full of twists and turns and in the end some surprises. I enjoyed exploring the world of Stella and loved the interactions between all the characters within the book. The story was well written and the characters brilliantly crafted.

This is my first book I have read by this author, and I can’t wait to read more in the future.

Doctor in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, Book 3) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Angela Shirley

February 28, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Doctor in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dr Scott Carruthers is overworked and needing some help in the local hospital in Waratah but when Dr Franceen Lewis arrives to help and carry some of the load all his rules are starting to go out of the window.

Dr Franceen Lewis is wanting to escape the divorce and tragedy that has happened in her life in the big city, moving to the small local hospital will help her refocus on her career which out the distraction of her Ex, but as she meets Scott, she cannot deny the instant spark that happens between them, but she has sworn off men for the time being.

Can Scott break through the walls that Franceen has built, and can he break his own rules regarding work colleagues’ romances, you will have to read to find out.

This is the third story in the series and finally tells the story of Scott one of the Carruthers twins, you have seen glimpses of him through the first two books but at last he is here, and this story does not disappoint. The chemistry between the main characters is brilliantly written. The character of Scott has always intrigued me and finally we see into his life and the pressures he is under with running the hospital.

Franceen’s character shows warmth and empathy to her patients and with her history she is more determined to go above and beyond. The true character is seen in this book and when they finally decide to make the most of the relationship it is brilliantly draft and a pleasure to read.

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

Doctor D’s Orderly Affair (Doctors of Eastport General) by C.A. King – Review by Angela Shirley

February 28, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Doctor D’s Orderly Affair by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Stars 3.5
Dr D is a guy who has had his fair share of bad luck in the world of dating especially a co-worker, so his rules are simple, no work colleagues and one night only, everyone knows within the hospital and his reputation is of urban myths territory, but he only wants to do his job. So, when he runs into an orderly that seems to pique his interest, will it become messy?

Emily is going about her job, new to the hospital and has heard the gossip about Dr D, although her colleagues are discussing this man every five minutes, she is under the impression that this man is urban myth too good to be true, that is until she meets him in the flesh and starts to have feelings for him. Although she knows he is a one night only deal can she keep her feelings in check, you will have to read to find out.

This is a novella with a great pace and fits a lot into such a short story, but I have to say there may be a little too much to be able to concentrate on the story and the characters. I loved the chemistry between the characters and the whole flow of the story, I just think having two main storylines within a novella just did not work for me. I think the author should have just stuck to the one and then the overall book in my opinion would have read easier.

That said I did thoroughly enjoy the writing and the style of the story, and the secondary characters added depth to the book. I was at the end dying to know what happened to this relationship and hoping there is more to the story than written. All in all, I can’t wait to read more from this wonderful author.

Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Angela Shirley

February 14, 2022/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Angela Shirley

Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Levi has always had his eyes on hockey ever since he was a small child, now the captain of Astoria Bay his career is going great but he has always struggled with love, although his heart has always belong to the girl he left behind years before.

Brynn has had enough of life at the moment going wrong, recently divorced and looking to get her career online she is ready for a change. Hoping that her photography business will take off she is running on empty at the moment. Until she scores a job snapping pictures of a rich family hoping this will catapult her into the society circles, if only she knew what was instore.

This story was the first I had read by this author and what a well written story it was. I was drawn into the main characters from the word go and was invested in the love story which finally happened in the end. I am always in for a good Alpha male character and Levi is a lovable, strong emotional character from the start, this with the complementary strong female role in Brynn and the story jumped off the page.

I also thought he secondary characters added another dimension to the whole story and there is obviously scope for each to have their own story told. I can’t wait to read the next instalment and more instalments to come.

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