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The Fifth Knight (The Knights of Caerleon Series #1) by Jesikah Sundin, Claire Luana – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Fifth Knight (The Knights of Caerleon #1)The Fifth Knight by Jesikah Sundin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Fifth Knight (The Knights of Caerleon #1) by Jesikah Sundin, Claire Luana
5 Stars

This book revolves around the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the round table. In Celtic mythology, there is a claim the the Tuatha De Danann (The Fae) had a hand in Arthur becoming king. The book incorporates that theory into the story. Not only do we have Arthur and his gorgeous knights but we have the Fae and the magic of Merlin and Morgana all in one exciting story.

Morgana has cursed Excalibur and the kingdom of Caerleon. Merlin has foreseen a fifth knight breaking the curse. Never in their wildest dreams did they think that it would be a female knight. Fiona is captivating with her otherworldly beauty. Though small, she is a fierce warrior who has stolen the Knights’ hearts. She is fated to be the one to lead them to the holy grail that will break the curse upon the land.

This is supposed to be a reverse harem book but compared to others that I have read, this one is pretty tame. Considering that Lancelot is cursed and Perceval has taken a vow of chastity, the situation makes it impossible for Fiona to be with all four. Since this is the first book in the Knights of Caerleon series, I’m assuming that there will be a slow build up until the reverse harem can be fully realized.

I did enjoy the book tremendously seeing as it was steeped in legend and mythology. The characters are strong and unique in their personalities. I think the authors did a brilliant job reinventing a story about King Arthur by incorporating historical facts. The attention to details in the vivid descriptions had me feeling like I was there as well. I was drawn in from the beginning until it ended. I was upset that it ended and eagerly await the next part in the series.
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The Nearness of You by K.G Fletcher – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Nearness of YouThe Nearness of You by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Nearness of You by K.G Fletcher
4 Stars

I love this author! I have read several of her books and have never been disappointed. This one is another winner. This is a love story between Lauren Rose (a lounge singer) and David Randle (a British supermodel). They meet unexpectedly while he’s in town for his sister’s wedding. They hit it off while having drinks after her gig at the St. Regis Hotel. On a spur of the moment decision, David decides to invite her as his guest to the wedding. They have instant chemistry and bond rather quickly. They are both falling hard and fast for each other and despite their conflicting schedules, decide to make a go of it.

Not everyone is happy about their budding relationship and David’s assistant Sabrina causes major problems for Lauren. I felt so bad for her. From the beginning of the book, I loved Lauren and my heart broke for her. I cried with some of the things that she had to endure. I really didn’t like Sabrina! I loved this book and found it was a quick read seeing as I couldn’t put it down.

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Painting Kuwait Violet by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Painting Kuwait VioletPainting Kuwait Violet by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Painting Kuwait Violet by Pamela Q.Fernandes
4 Stars

This story takes place in Kuwait, in a patriarchal culture where women are second class citizens and their hired help have no rights. Men have all the power and mistreat and manipulate women as if they were mere possessions. This is the world that Violet finds herself stuck in. After her father’s death, she realizes that her family has too many debts that need to be paid off. Though educated with a bachelors degree in finance, she cannot find a job. She must demean herself and work as a maid for the Dashti family in Kuwait.

Life is difficult for her at first but she overcomes obstacles and forms an interesting friendship with her boss Sabah Dashti. Sabah is lucky to have Violet in her life for she helps Sabah with her daughter Aliya and gives her sound advice for her business. This is what I enjoyed most about the book. Watching the relationship grow between Sabah and Violet. What started out as a boss and hired help turned into a friendship of trust and respect.

There was a second storyline with a misogynistic, sadistic man who thrilled in preying on the maids. It added tension and drama to the story. Both storylines were good, I just wish the author would have concentrated on one. Either one would have made an excellent story; having both I felt took a bit away from each.

To be honest, I was hesitant to read this book mainly because of the culture it takes place in. It angers me that men feel they have the right to believe that women are lower than they are. This ended up being a poignant story that had my heart reaching out to not only Violet but the rest of the women in the story. Although the book didn’t end the way I would have liked, I really enjoyed the book.

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The Jack (The Immortal Series) by M.K. Harkins – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Jack (The Immortal Series Book Two)The Jack by M.K. Harkins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Jack (The Immortal Series) by M.K Harkins
4 Stars

Another winning book by M.K Harkins. This is book two in the Immortal Series. It is just as exciting as the first. Archer is back having to make a hard decision, protect humanity or avoid an eternal prison sentence. Supposed to kill all the Readers, he changed his mind at the last minute and saved them. Now he’s truly alone. All the Jacks are dead and the Readers want him dead or imprisoned. A surprise meeting with a Seer will change the course of his life. Little does he know she must kill the last remaining Jack. Love has other ideas and fate makes the mortal enemies work together.

The book was well written and drew me in from the start. The author introduced some new characters and threw in quite a few surprises that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This is an excellent continuation to the series. I’m looking forward to seeing what comes next.

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Romance in Rehoboth (Boxed Set 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Books 1-3)Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Romance in Rehoboth Boxed Set (Book 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery
4 Stars

Fat Girl is a story of one woman’s journey of rediscovery and self acceptance. She is a writer and blogger who has a syndicated column in the NY Times. After her divorce she seeks therapy and though she loathes herself in the beginning of the book, by the end she accepts who she is and finds love along the way. It is an enlightening and inspiring story.

The Flip is a nice romantic comedy. Two old rivals inherit a house. After deciding to put their past behind them, they decide to work together to flip the house; seeing as they both need the money. The two couldn’t be more different but as the saying goes, opposites attract. This book is filled with eccentric neighbours to Mother Nature having tantrums. I laughed from beginning to end.

This is another romantic comedy that takes place backstage of a theatre production. Crazy things happen which force the director to create a “Plot Twist”. Love happens between a neurotic accountant and a clumsy woman. It is a quick, light read.

K.L Montgomery has a way of writing. She’ll have you crying one minute and laughing the next. This boxed set is definitely worth the read.

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Marks of the Mazza (Book one in The Mazza Series) by Blake Blessing – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Marks of the MazzaMarks of the Mazza by Blake Blessing
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Marks of the Mazza by Blake Blessing
4 Stars

I am pretty amazed that this is the author’s debut novel. The story was interesting, original and well written. There is a mixture of action, drama, some suspense and great sex. It is a reverse harem/poly amorous romance. The characters are likeable and easy to fall in love with. Each one has their own personality but they blend so well with one another. My favourite of Isolde’s lusty legion has to be Sage. He’s fighting fate the most but I have a feeling that he will love her the hardest. I believe we will see many more layers to his character as the series progresses. You weren’t sure if you could trust certain characters and I think that’s one of the things that kept the story interesting.

Isolde accidentally stumbles into a world she didn’t know existed. They believe she is some kind of messiah to save their world. Her life is in danger and she’s not sure what’s going on. Within twenty four hours she finds out magic is real, she’s not fully human, she needs to save the world and bind with four men. To say she is overwhelmed is a bit of an understatement. As sexy as these guys are, she grew up with the belief of being with one man at a time. She’s finding it difficult to wrap her head around the fact that the guys are fine sharing her. I’m glad she wasn’t the type that was too innocent. She has a good head on her shoulders, has values and doesn’t just wait to be saved. She has a strength of character that I liked.

The story flowed well. The author knew how to capture your attention and keep it throughout the book. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and highly recommend it. I’m excited because I think I found a new favourite author.

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Blind Magic (The Sanctuary Chronicles) by India Kells – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Blind Magic (The Sanctuary Chronicles #2)Blind Magic by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blind Magic (The Sanctuary Chronicles) by India Kells
4 Stars

I have read many paranormal books and I’m happy to say that this is an original piece of work. There is romance, intrigue, supernatural beings and mythology all thrown in together. The addition of mythology adds a nice twist to the story.

Sera Dover is an orphaned witch whose power is making her go blind. Ian Macon is a werewolf whose heart has been broken in a million pieces. When they get together, it’s electric. It is also against the law. Each species has to stick to their own, no intermingling allowed. You can be friends but nothing more. Though Sera tries to keep it just friends, the attraction is undeniable. Ian doesn’t care about the law, he knows he loves her and will protect her with his life. With someone trying to kill her, it will take all her friends coming together to protect her.

I haven’t read book one in the series but Ms. Kells did such an awesome job with her back story that I was never lost. There are a lot of little details that are important to the story which you only realize later. It is in these complexities that make her writing so great. This is the first book that I have read from this author and definitely won’t be the last. I’m looking forward to the next chapter in this series.

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Casstiel; Born of Lightning : Dragon Shifter by Sheri-Lynn Marean – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Casstiel; Born of Lightning: Dragon Shifter (Dragonkind ~ 52 Realms)Casstiel; Born of Lightning: Dragon Shifter by Sheri-Lynn Marean
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Casstiel by Sheri-Lynn Marean
4 Stars

I didn’t realize that this book was part of a series. I was a little confused in the beginning but after a few pages, I was up to speed on what was going on. I actually chose the book because of the cover but I’m glad I did. The author wrote a spellbinding novel of a fantastic world filled with dragons. The more I read, the more I wanted to learn about this world.

When Casstiel’s mate dies, he should have entered the afterlife with her yet he stayed tethered to the world. He stopped living. Hell bent on destroying the one he was bound to, he searched ten years to find her. Yet when he finds her, he never expected to be attracted and protective of her. Feeling as if he is betraying his mate, war rages within him as he fights his feelings for Ashara.

Ashara is such a wonderful and complex character. Raised as a slave and breeding machine for the Ilium, she should have been a broken mess. She rose from the ashes of despair, never losing herself and is one of the strongest characters in the book. I admire her gentleness and selflessness.

This book is a dragon shifter romance yet it is so much more. It is a story of love, loss and heartache. The characters go through so much that it will have your emotions in a whirlwind. The story is detailed and descriptive, bringing the world alive. I think the book is definitely worth the read and I will be looking forward to more books from this author.

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Transformations (The Shifter Series) by Cari Schaeffer- Review by Anna Hirsch

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Transformations (The Shifter Series, #1)Transformations by Cari Schaeffer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Transformations (The Shifter Series) by Cari Schaeffer
4 Stars

This is the first book that I have read from this author and wow, it was good. There are two families that have been at war for centuries; the Barotkoffs who are magical and the Wolffs who are shifters. Katherine is seventeen and her transformation has started. Coming into her powers has not been easy and she is scared to shift. She just wants to be normal. She finally meets a guy who is everything she could ask for and he turns out to be a Barotkoff! Her family will never accept her attraction to one of their mortal enemies. Will their forbidden love be allowed to blossom?

The thing I found really interesting is the explanation the author gave for how they came into their powers. It was different and original. I found that the story was a little slow to start but once it did, it took off. It is a shifter story with a cool twist. Each character had a distinct personality that brought something to the story. It ends in a shocking cliffhanger that has me itching to read the next part in the series.

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Georgia Pine by K.G. Fletcher – review by Anna Hirsch

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Georgia Pine (Southern Promises #3)Georgia Pine by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Georgia Pine by K.G Fletcher
4 Stars

This book was amazing! Once I started, I couldn’t put it down. It is book three in the Southern Promises series. It can be read as a stand-alone but the whole series is so good, you should read them all. This installment is Jessica and Tim’s story.

Jessica never thought she would be divorced and alone to raise her four daughters. The day her divorce became final, while having a meltdown, a white knight waltzed into her life to save her. He came in the form of a sexy beast of a man who happened to be her gardener. Tim is hiding under his mane and beard even changing his name. He needs to deal with his past. Falling in love with Jessica and her girls was not part of his plan. Will she still want to be with him after she finds out about his past?

I loved so many things about this book but one thing that stands out for me was the first time they made love. Tim is physically the perfect male specimen and Jessica, after having four kids, is not. Jessica expressed her insecurities and Tim accepted them and still found her beautiful. Most women who have had children are insecure about their bodies. Physically they are not the same. Pregnancy takes a toll on the body and stretch marks remain. I’m happy that the author addressed this and that Jessica wasn’t perfect. I think a lot of women will connect more with her. I know I did.

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Kingdom of the Damned by Tricia Copeland – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Kingdom of the DamnedKingdom of the Damned by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kingdom of the Damned by Tricia Copeland
4 Stars

This book spans four centuries. It takes us on a trip from the 1500’s to present day. It was like taking a trip through history through the eyes of a vampire. This is Anne’s story. In 1557, the Edict of Compiegne allowed the witches, dressed in the cloth of the church, to hunt and kill vampires. Anne survived persecution with the help of a friend. She grows up in London and at the age of seventeen, devastation hits her again. Instead of becoming angry and vengeful, she seeks understanding and peace. Travelling the world she makes many friends and powerful enemies. She tries to unite vampires and stop the hatred between them and witches.

Anne’s strength of character is amazing. After everything she has been through, she is still a peace keeper and revolutionary seeking love and balance. The story is told from Anne’s point of view in chronological order of events through four hundred years. It seems long but there is action and intrigue to keep the story interesting. The author throws in real events in history to the book which I appreciated. There is a surprise ending which leaves you hanging. I think the author did a wonderful job laying the foundation for the rest of the series. This is the prelude to the Kingdom Journals and I can’t wait to read the next one.

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Charlotte: Dr.Richards’ Littles 7 by Pepper North- Review by Anna Hirsch

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Charlotte: Dr. Richards' Littles 7Charlotte: Dr. Richards’ Littles 7 by Pepper North
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Charlotte: Dr. Richards’ Littles by Pepper North
4 Stars

This book is definitely not for everyone. The story is about age-play and it revolves around Charlotte and Benton. It goes into detail about enemas and examinations so be warned.

“ Age play is when adults choose to live their lives as a teenager, a child or an infant under the care of a person they have selected to take the role of Mommy or Daddy”

I have never read a book like this ever. Definitely A+ for originality. I didn’t know much about age play prior to reading this book. It opened my eyes to a lot. Although this is really not my thing, the book was well written and the story was enjoyable. It is part seven in the Dr. Richards’ Littles series but can be read as a stand-alone. Each book focuses on a different couple.

Charlotte needs a place to live and desperately needs a job. By chance, she manages to get a job interview at Gordon’s. Benton is looking for his “little “ and is immediately attracted to Charlotte. He introduces her to the world of age play and the story takes off from there.

I felt bad for Charlotte on numerous occasions. She must have had a traumatic childhood to be the way she is and be in the situation she was. It’s good that she finally has someone to take care of her. Maybe a little too much? That’s for you to decide.

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The Flip by K.L. Montgomery- Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Flip (Romance in Rehoboth #2)The Flip by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Flip by K.L Montgomery
4 Stars

This was a nice romantic comedy. It made me laugh and cry a bit. I was always looking forward to what disaster would happen next. Penelope Vaughn passes away and leaves her beach house to Andrew and Sonnet. Andrew is her great nephew and Sonnet is her neighbour’s daughter. The problem is that growing up, they were rivals in school. They were always competing for top spot. Ten years have passed since graduation and they have never crossed paths. Sonnet has become an actual rocket scientist and Andrew, though he has a brilliant mind, made nothing of his life. Both were excited to hear that they inherited a house. Both had dreams they wanted to pursue with the money they would make from flipping it.

Neither realized how much work the house actually needed. They decided to put their differences aside, roll up their sleeves and work towards a common goal, flipping the house. This is where the laughter began. From eccentric neighbours to mother nature’s tantrums, from mishaps with dogs and exotic pets, this book had it all. I was laughing all the way through.

Penelope’s plan to get these two together worked perfectly. I’m happy there wasn’t an instant attraction, I want to jump your bones thing. It was a nice slow build up which I’m sure started when they were kids but neither paid attention to it. As the weeks progressed, their feelings took them by surprise. I really enjoyed the book with it’s craziness and lovable characters.

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Badge Bunny (Romance in Rehoboth book 3) by K.L. Montgomery- Review by Anna Hirsch

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Badge BunnyBadge Bunny by K L Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Badge Bunny by K.L Montgomery
5 Stars

This is her fourth book the the Romance in Rehoboth series and I have to say it’s the most entertaining. This chapter revolves around the live between Chris and Brynne. Now I have to admit Sonnet and Drew were my favourite couple until I read this book. I fell in love with Chris and Brynne. There are so many layers to each of them that they are truly amazing. The story pretty much centres around Sonnet and Drew’s wedding. From dolphins to sharks, crazy parents to evil grandmothers and bites to baseball bats, there was so much craziness that I was keeled over in stitches. I loved this book. The story made me happy, emotional and had me crying tears of joy. I think the author outdid herself with this one. I highly recommend that you read this book.

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Every Breath You Take (Bayou Devils MC book 3) by A.M. Myers- Review by Anna Hirsch

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Every Breath You Take (Bayou Devils MC 3)Every Breath You Take by A.M. Myers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Every Breath You Take by A.M Myers
4 Stars

Let me start off by saying that the Bayou Devils MC series is amazing! If you have not read it, you need to start with part one. This is part three and though it can be read as a stand-alone, each book is awesome and totally worth reading. Each story focuses on a different couple and this one is centred around Kodiak and Tatum. We met Kodiak briefly in the other two books and now we finally learn his story. He lost his father at the age of fifteen which forced him to grow up fast and become the man of the house. He has been the rock for many people but he has made plenty of mistakes along the way. From the moment he laid eyes on Tatum, he knew she would be the one to put him back together.

I loved Tatum, she is such a badass. She can truly kick butt and her favourite weapon is a taser. She cracked me up! She had a nomadic childhood until her mother finally settled in Baton Rouge. After the devastation of her mother’s death, she realizes she never really knew her mother at all. She has so many questions with no answers. Kodiak is the only stability that she has but something happens that shakes the entire foundation, bringing the walls crumbling down.

I enjoyed the book and I’m glad they didn’t tiptoe around each other. Both have very straightforward characters and they got right to the point. When the boys of the Bayou Devils love someone, they love them with their entire being. They don’t just give a woman their heart, they give them their entire soul.

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Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen- Review by Anna Hirsch

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Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #2)Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen
4 Stars

I thought I enjoyed the first book. This one is even better! I was so happy to realize that this story was going to be about Chase Beauchamp, Luke’s right hand man. His love interest is Rain Connelly. She is everything that he could have hoped for and more. Unfortunately, she’s a witch. He’s had a grudge against witches since he was young. Nothing good ever came from his encounters with them. To top things off, he knows she’s hiding something. He plans to find out what.

Rain is cursed and was tossed out of the witch community with her powers bound. For seven years she has been trying to break the curse. She finally got an unbinding spell from an old witch and has been slowly gathering the ingredients. She all but gives up hope when she finds out what is the final ingredient until fate throws a sexy werewolf in her life. Getting the last ingredient could cost Chase his life.

The book was full of action, sexual tension and plot twists. Witches, werewolves and curses. Though the bad guy was evil and hateful, he was a cool antagonist with some twisted powers. I loved the fact that the Connelly sisters were named after their powers. This is a definite must read. I can’t wait to see what the author has coming next.

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The House that Adelia Built by Mya O’Malley – review by Anna Hirsch

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The House that Adelia BuiltThe House that Adelia Built by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The House that Adelia Built by Mya O’Malley
4 Stars

This is not the first book that I have read from Ms. O’Malley but I have to say it is one of the better ones. The story takes place on an island mainly in a lighthouse. The book flips between the 1800’s, with Adelia and Augustus to present day with Hope and Clooney.

Adelia tells her story of love and betrayal from her husband Augustus. They moved to the island as newlyweds excited to start their new lives together. The isolation of the lighthouse on the island brought Augustus to the brink of insanity. What should have been a beautiful time for Adelia turned into a stressful life full of lies.

Hope is the young woman who lives in the lighthouse now and has a serious case of agoraphobia. She has nightmares connected to the lighthouse. With the help of her friends Tracy and Clooney, she tries to unravel the mystery plaguing her.

Like in all of her books, the author throws in a cool twist to the story. It took me a lot longer than usual to figure it out. I tip my hat to her, she did a good job writing this book.

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Plot Twist by K.L. Montgomery – review by Anna Hirsch

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Plot Twist (Romance in Rehoboth #3)Plot Twist by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Plot Twist by K.L Montgomery
4 Stars

This is a cute romantic comedy. It is book three in the Rehoboth series but can be read as a stand-alone. The story takes place during a theatre production which has some backstage romances. Of course crazy things happen but the show must go on. The director does a complete rewrite a few weeks before opening night with a new “plot twist”.

I found the main characters were cute. Meric is a somewhat neurotic accountant with a touch of OCD. Lindy is a clutzy plus size woman with a voice like an angel. Meric has been burned by his ex-wife but can’t stop his feelings for Lindy. Lindy has low self esteem and doesn’t believe anyone can ever be attracted to her. Being in the play helped her gain confidence and come out of her she’ll. It was nice to see her growth. It was well written but to be honest, I enjoyed other books in this series more. If your looking for a light, quick read, this is it.

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Knights Who Broke My Heart by Sonya Jesus – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Knights Who Broke My Heart ( Knights, #3)Knights Who Broke My Heart by Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Knights Who Broke My Heart by Sonya Jesus
5 Stars

Omg! This series just keeps getting better with every book this author writes. This book was amazing! You need to read this series. The story picks up where the last book ended. Amelia still has no clue about her stalker. He is closing in, getting her to trust him even more. Yet his plans are unraveling somewhat. Although Lis is clueless about many things, she grows tremendously in this novel. It was nice to see her come I to her own and be more confident and comfortable in her own skin.

I have always loved Robins from day one and wanted Amelia and him to be together. In this story, Aiden Keys plays a bigger role and I really like him. I don’t know who I’d rather her be with. I’m so confused. There were so many things that happened in this story that kept me on the edge of my seat. What a page turner! It ended in such a way that left me shocked with my mouth hanging open. You have got to read this book, I highly recommend it.

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Angels and Demons by A.C Bextor – review by Anna Hirsch

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Angels and Demons (Saint's Justice MC #1)Angels and Demons by A.C. Bextor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Angels and Demons by A.C Bextor
4 Stars

I enjoyed this book tremendously. It was well written and the story flowed smoothly. I fell in love with the characters. They were full of different personalities yet they accepted each other even with their faults. It wasn’t just a brotherhood in the Saint’s bunker, they were a family. What I loved about Mia Zanders is the fact that even though she’s a good girl, she wasn’t too innocent. She was strong and able to hold her own within the club. Though she started out as a job for them, she quickly became the glue that held them together.

There was lots of great sex, some action and drama plus a bit of craziness. There were even some sad moments. There was something constantly happening to keep you interested until the end. The book ends on a cliffhanger so now I’m anxiously waiting on the next chapter in the series.

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Covert Identities by Amabel Daniels – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Covert IdentitiesCovert Identities by Amabel Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Covert Identities by Amabel Daniels
4 Stars

The thing I loved about this book was that it wasn’t only a love story. It also had a mystery for the main characters to unravel. Amy Perry is a famous dancer who has travelled the world. Leaving behind a crazy ex and a nasty divorce, she goes home to fix the house she inherited, to make herself a home. Little does she know, her step father has hired her childhood nemesis as her contractor. Faced with dealing with him again, Amy realizes that he has grown up to be a man. He is sexy, gorgeous and turns out he’s a gentleman too.

Sean Newland is surprised to see Amy. He found her cute back then but now she’s grown to be a beautiful, independent woman. Both have sworn to remain single but with an attraction so strong, will they succumb to their desires? First day on the job and they find a dead body on the premises and her Uncle’s journal full of riddles. Working together to solve the mystery brings them closer each day.

The story was well written with different plots that never overpowered each other but blended perfectly. Amy and Sean didn’t rush to jump into bed rather it was a slow build up that I appreciated. I was always anticipating what would happen next. The mystery of the story was a perfect crescendo until it was fully solved. I think Amabel Daniels did a wonderful job with this book.

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Tears of Tess by Pepper Winters – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Tears of Tess (Monsters in the Dark, #1)Tears of Tess by Pepper Winters
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tears of Tess by Pepper Winters
5 Stars

This is the first book that I have read from this author and I am amazed. The story was so well written. It bit into my emotions, chewed them up and spit them out. The book is extremely intense right from the beginning until the end. There is a lot of violence making it a hard read but well worth it. It is definitely not for everyone because it will have triggers for some. I had to put the book down a couple of times in the beginning, my heart was breaking with the terror that Tess was going through.

Tess is content in her life. She knows there is something lacking in her relationship with her boyfriend so she’s hoping this vacation can ignite things once again. Unfortunately she is kidnapped, drugged and sold. She is terrified and alone, stuck in a situation that would break most women. Tess found within herself a strength she didn’t know existed. She is a fighter. Tess’s emotions are a roller coaster and she pulls you along for the ride.

The author pushes boundaries and though you may not agree with certain things, you can fully understand what Tess is feeling and going through. Only from being sold and bound to a master that Tess truly finds herself and flies free.

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Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak – Review by Anna Hirsch

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

Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak
5 Stars

This is the first book that I have read from T.R Cupak and it won’t be the last. Oh my god, it was amazing! This story played with my emotions so much! My heart broke for Jordan and I cried my eyes out. It is definitely not a fairytale. It is a dark story about pain and suffering and addiction.

A traumatic experience happened to Jordan at the age of seventeen. It was horrible what she went through. This starts her on the dark path of addiction. She is depressed and lost. She can’t dig herself out of the hole she has fallen into. Hunter is his own type of crazy but he loves her with every breath he takes. He wants to avenge her. He wants to break all the people that have hurt her.

Things happened in this book that made me freak out and others that made me happy. Events happened that shocked the hell out of me and then I cried a lot. You have got to read this book! This story is powerful and heart wrenching.

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Rushed by Kerri Ann – Review by Anna Hirsch

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RushedRushed by Kerri Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rushed by Kerri Ann
4 Stars

Keenan is a blank slate. After the accident, she woke up with amnesia. The doctors said she should remember something soon but it’s been months. The nightmares are the worst. She wakes up screaming in a cold sweat. Keenan has tried everything to remember even writing minute details in a diary but to no avail. One day she wakes up and realizes that she needs to stop chasing the past. This is her second chance at life. A chance to start over and become whomever she wants. She decides to join a running club in her hotel and meets Troy. Troy and his friends take her under their wings like a broken bird needing mending. Keenan can’t remember how many friends she used to have but these new ones have become like family to her.

One evening while having drinks with the boys, Keenan decides she needs to start exploring her sexuality ; find out what she likes. Troy sends her to a sex club called Dangereux, omitting the part that his brother is the owner. Sparks fly when Lincoln “Rush” Moore sees Keenan. What a panty-wetting way to meet someone! Rush decides he is not sharing her with anyone. They fall for each other pretty quickly but problems arise that are out of their control. Issues that put Keenan in harm’s way. Can he protect her? What will happen when she recovers her memory?

I think that the author could have played up the S and M a little more or Mick should have caused more problems. Other than that it was an enjoyable read with a nice surprise at the ending. It was nice the way she tied real life events into her story making the book more realistic.

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Capturing Us (A Cedarville Novel) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Capturing Us (Cedarville #2)Capturing Us by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Capturing Us by Bree Kraemer
4 Stars

This is book two in the Cedarville series. You don’t have to read book one but I would suggest it. You’ll have the back story to this book and book one was excellent. Capturing Us focuses on the relationship between Melanie and Logan. Melanie has been in love with Logan for as long as she can remember. With Logan’s job taking him away from Cedarville for weeks and months at a time, Melanie would suppress her feelings and live her life. She’s had her experiences and went on dates. Now Logan has returned to Cedarville for good and Melanie doesn’t know how to cope with her feelings. They are coming to the surface and she doesn’t know how to hide them anymore.

Ever since Logan found Melanie on the floor after the break in in her house, he realized his feelings are more than just friendship. He doesn’t know what he would have done if she had been seriously hurt. He wouldn’t be able to live without her. He can’t go a day without seeing her. Yet since the break in, Melanie has been acting like she hates him. Logan’s so confused. They finally admit their feelings to each other and embark on a romantic relationship. As in any new relationship, there are trust issues and communication problems. Even though they have been friends forever, these are new issues because they are starting a life together.

I really enjoyed this book. The characters are wonderful and the dynamics between them is comforting. They are a close knit group who are there for each other whether they need help or they are making fun of one another. They are funny. This is another book that thrilled me from this author. I’m looking forward to reading more from her.

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Truthsight by Miriam Greystone – Review by Anna Hirsch

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TruthsightTruthsight by Miriam Greystone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Truthsight by Miriam Greystone
5 Stars

Miriam Greystone weaves an enchanting tale of ancient supernatural creatures. The characters and their stories are so real it’s as if you are there beside them. I was intrigued from the moment I started the book and remained enthralled until the very end. I couldn’t put the book down, needing to know what would happen next. I loved the fact that she used mythical creatures such as centaurs, pixies and gnomes instead of the usual vampires and werewolves. She even introduced a creature from Slavic folklore which really impressed me. Her research on all the creatures was spot on which added depth to not only the characters but the story as well. I loved the book.

Amy is a doctor who turned her barn into a night clinic for all the creatures that live in the forest. Her patients includes pixies, gnomes, trolls, harpies and even centaurs. Amy is a Mage and healer. She has the power of truthsight which allows her to see the real you. The part which you hide away from the world, your true self. She has been on the run for years with mages hunting her. When she taps into her power to save the foal of a centaur, she knows they will find her.

After being captured, waiting to be executed, a creature rescues her. Hearing about her abilities to heal, he knows she’s his only hope of saving his father. Things don’t go according to plan and both their lives end up in danger. All creatures must stand together to fight a common enemy and save not only Amy but themselves as well.

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Awaken by G.R Thomas – Review by Anna Hirsch

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AwakenAwaken by G.R. Thomas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Awakened by G.R. Thomas
4 Stars

Sophia Woodville is an ordinary girl who never liked being the centre of attention. She never had a normal childhood. She lived with her Nan and was homeschooled until junior high. She has a birthmark that covers half her face which she covers up whenever she goes out. She has an innate ability to heal so it was a natural choice for her to become a nurse.

Unfortunately for Sophia, she is far from ordinary. Circumstances happen and she finds herself fighting for her life. Thrust into an ancient world, in the middle of a battle between angels and demons, she must find her strength and self confidence. So far out of her comfort zone, she learns about the origins of humanity and original sin, about the fall of angels and the beginning of demons. She discovers that she is the key to the saviour of all mankind. No pressure there! Nothing is as it seems. She finds new friends and finds out who she can and cannot trust. Will an angel make her fall from grace? Will a demon save her soul?

This book was very intriguing for me. It mixed the belief of heaven and hell, Angels and Demons and the concept of aliens creating the earth. It sounds bizarre but it actually worked. There were many heavy ideas to digest but the author did an excellent job of explaining every detail so it was simple to comprehend. There was a lot of intrigue and some serious action which will keep you wanting to find out what happens next. The book ends in a cliffhanger so now I wait in anticipation for the next book.

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Candlelight (An Ember Saga Novella) by Stacy McWilliams – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Candlelight (An Ember Saga Novella)Candlelight by Stacy McWilliams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Candlelight by Stacy McWilliams
4 Stars

Legend says that when Lucifer fell to earth, he married Gweneviere and she bore him three children. Lucifer and Gweneviere descended to hell where they resided as king and queen. When their children died, they returned to earth where their children were reborn time and again. Their children continued to procreate and the demon population rose.
Nathan’s father is the eldest son of Lucifer therefore making his family the most powerful. Nathan is the middle child and feels like he’s the odd man out. It seems nothing he does is good enough for his family. If he acts like a mortal to fit in, he gets severely beaten by his mother. When he acts like a demon, he gets tortured by his father. He can’t figure out what they want.
Nathan begins dreaming of a girl with long brown locks and mesmerizing hazel eyes. She is his calm within the storm of his life. Her face eases the pain after a good whipping. She’s there every time he closes his eyes. He knows all the contours of her face by heart. Isn’t he surprised when she shows up at his house as his sacrifice. Will he be able to kill her or has she already captured his heart?
This short novella is the prequel to Luminosity and Ignition. I highly recommend reading this first to fully understand the other two.

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Ignition by Stacy McWilliams – Review by Anna Hirsch

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IgnitionIgnition by Stacy McWilliams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ignition by Stacy McWilliams
4 Stars
In this installment of the Escaping Demons Saga, the story of Jasmine and Nathan continues. Nathan constantly tells her that he loves her yet pushes her away to run back to Lisa. He finally leaves for university, deserting Jasmine to fend for herself. Those weeks that he’s gone are the hardest for her. She’s completely alone, struggling to stay alive. The beatings continue and she has a few close calls with death. It was foreseen that a demon would fall in love with a mortal and their love would end all demons.
Jasmine’s power grows exponentially scaring even herself. Nathan returns and they both escape to live on the run. They make some new friends and more enemies as the demons chase them. Their love is constantly put to the test. Can their love survive even when trust is broken? How long can they stay alive when the demons are closing in on every side?
Throughout this book they are on the run. Jasmine realizes how powerful she really is and battles to keep herself, Nathan and their new friends alive. The book ends in a cliffhanger which I wasn’t happy about therefore nothing is resolved by the end. Now I need to wait for the next installment.

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