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License to Bite: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 1) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Anna Hirsch

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License to Bite (New Orleans Nocturnes, #1)License to Bite by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

License to Bite: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy (New Orleans Nocturnus Book 1)
By Carrie Pulkinen
4 Stars

I read Ms. Pulkinen’s Crescent City Wolf Pack series and loved it. When I saw this book, I quickly picked it up to read knowing what a great author she is. This book is completely different. It is fun, light hearted and will keep you laughing. It was nice to see a different side of the author.

Ethan has been a vampire for twenty five years and is broody and miserable. He meets Jane and believes that she’s his ex fiancée reincarnated. When he sees his chance to turn her, he takes it. He can finally be with Vanessa again. When Jane awakens, he realizes she is definitely not his ex. Jane is feisty, spoiled and obnoxious. What has he gotten himself into?

Jane is a blogger. Her and her friend Sarah decide to visit New Orleans and write about the sights. Jane meets the handsome Ethan while drunk and doesn’t really mind waking up with him. Realizing she’s a vampire, she takes it in stride. She now has super human strength, will stay young forever and has skin to die for. Now if she can just stop fainting at the sight of blood, everything will be okay.

The story is cute and funny. Who would have thought a vampire would have an aversion to blood? Although Jane’s yattering made me dizzy, this was a fun book to read. Looking forward to seeing what happens with Sarah.

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The Scene (Dylan Hart series Book 1) by R.M. Gilmore – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Scene (Dylan Hart #1)The Scene by R.M. Gilmore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Scene (Dylan Hart series Book 1) by R.M Gilmore
4 Stars

Dylan Hart is a journalist. She decides to write a book to pay off her student loans. There is a serial killer on the loose. All his victims were left bloodless as if a vampire killed them. There is no better fodder for her book than this. While chasing down clues and doing research, she puts herself in the killer’s sights. Dylan has to fight for her life while trying to figure out who the killer is. Who can she trust when everyone is a suspect?

I really liked Dylan as a character. She was a no nonsense, down to earth kind of girl who had normal insecurities and self confidence issues. Being on the bigger side, she has never had the “hot guy” after her. Now that Cyrus is interested in her, can she trust him? I didn’t like Tatum. I almost wished she was one of the victims. I know that’s mean but the way she treated Dylan is not the way you should be treating your best friend.

The story introduces you to the underground culture of vampirism; the clubs, cults and people who believe themselves to be vampires. This is not your typical vampire novel. The author never confirms that any of the characters are vampires leaving you constantly guessing. You are forever walking the line between believing they really are or that they are nut jobs who think they are. Though at times I found the book a little long, it was well written and the storyline kept me interested. I’m looking forward to reading book two to see what other trouble Dylan can get into.

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Hail Mary by Hope Anika – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Hail MaryHail Mary by Hope Anika
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hail Mary by Hope Anika
5 Stars

Hail Mary kept me enthralled until the very end. It s the first book that I have read from this author and definitely won’t be the last. Hope Anika is an excellent writer who can easily weave multiple plots into one captivating story. Filled with mystery, romance and characters you’ll fall in love with, this is a romantic thriller that you don’t want to miss.

Wynn is a snarky, independent woman who, given her past, doesn’t trust anyone. She owns a farm with a boarding house. Her tenants are all elderly and she cares for them as if they were family. Trying to keep her head above water, she cares for them the best that she can.

Beau is a former DEA agent. After getting seriously injured and losing his wife, he returns to the county and becomes the new sheriff. Realizing that the bank was robbed by one of Wynn’s tenants, he meets the headstrong and beautiful woman. Sparks fly and the chemistry is electric. Meanwhile a serial killer strikes again and shoots fear into the hearts of the people. Beau has his plate full all while trying to battle his demons.

The author managed to keep me guessing until the end. It’s not often that I can’t figure out who done it. The story captivated me with its unique characters, suspense and humour. I definitely recommend this book.

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Indebted to the Vampires (The House of Durand Book 1) by Erin Bedford – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Indebted to the VampiresIndebted to the Vampires by Erin R. Bedford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Indebted to the Vampires (The House of Durand Book 1) by Erin Bedford
4 Stars

Piper is in desperate need of a job. When the temp agency sends her on this one, she’s not too happy to be a maid but takes it anyway. The live in position will help her stop living in her car. Cleaning house for a bunch of stuck up rich folk can’t be that bad, right? Stepping into the mansion was like stepping back in time. A butler even greeted her upon arrival. Unfortunately her clumsiness got the better of her and a Qing Dynasty vase became her victim. Piper becomes indebted to not one but five drop dead gorgeous brothers who will do anything to guard their secrets.

The thing that I liked the best about this book is that it’s a slow burn reverse harem. Piper had multiple fantasies about each throughout the book but nothing really happened. The buildup of anticipation is escalating and book two should be fantastic. Piper is headstrong, stubborn and klutzy. She becomes an interesting challenge to the Durand brothers. Each brother is unique in character, I loved them all. My favourite is probably Antoine. When those two connect, it will be electric. I gobbled up the story and before I knew it, I was finished the book. It ends on a cliffhanger which sucks but now I’m anticipating book two. I need to find out what happens. This is the first book that I have read from this author and I enjoyed her writing. I will definitely be searching for more books from her.
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Devil’s Spawn (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter 6) by Manda Mellett – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Devil's Spawn (Satan's Devils MC Colorado Chapter #6)Devil’s Spawn by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Devil’s Spawn (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter 6) by Manda Mellett
4 Stars

This is another amazing book in the Satan’s Devils series. Each book that I read keeps getting better and better. One thing that I loved about this story is how the author shows the repercussions of a head injury. Lizard received a head trauma while serving his country. It didn’t affect only him but multiple people. It changed their lives dramatically. I think the author did an excellent job portraying the characters emotions and how they handled the situation.

Aside from this, there is the added storyline of Shay and Mace. This brought lots of action and danger. Ms. Mellett managed to tie the two storylines together seamlessly. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and am curious to see who Lindy will hook up with in the next book.

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Black Cat Security by Katerina Ross – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Black Cat SecurityBlack Cat Security by Katerina Ross
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Black Cat Security by Katerina Ross
4 Stars

Black Cat Security is a short yet titillating story. Dragomir is a magician that’s been cursed. Suffering from PTSD, he handles it by battling in illegal fights. Upon meeting Ida, the passion ignites. She claims that she can help him. What can she do that the high mages of Scholomance can’t? Unsure, he takes a chance with her. Her remedy turns out to be quite surprising. This is an erotically intense story geared towards a more mature audience. I loved it!

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Red Riding Hood (Down the Rabbit Hole) Anthology – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Red Riding HoodRed Riding Hood by Autumn Sand
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Red Riding Hood (Down the Rabbit Hole) Anthology
4 Stars

I love fairytales! The interesting thing about this anthology is that the authors wrote about Little Red Riding Hood but put their own twists on the story. Each is a love story varying from tame to XXX. There is something for everyone.

Ruby – Autumn Sand

I loved this story! Ruby lost a part of herself and then her husband left her. Her self confidence was at an all time low then Mr. Wolf came into her life and made her feel whole again. The author did an excellent job of expressing how Ruby felt. I went through a range of emotions as if I went through it myself.

Cloaked – Lia Fairchild

This story was a little more cloak and dagger. After Eva’s parents were murdered, she stayed under the radar for years searching for her grandfather. Tracking him down put her life in danger. She meets Luke and the chemistry is instantaneous. Can Luke be her saviour or will he be her downfall? The story is filled with danger, drama and love.

The Wolves Den – Laci Page

This was another favorite of mine. This story was so hot, it was sizzling. You step into the world of BDSM. Marissa likes things a little kinky and her friend sets her up on a blind date. It’s a costume/ BDSM party. She’s not sure until she meets her drool worth date. Dressed as Little Red Riding Hood and armed with her safeword, Marissa is ready. What happens next is the sexiest, mind blowing, orgasmic experience of her life. A must read!

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Lisa: Coming of Age (Book 1 of The Guardian Shifters) by KM Lowe – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Lisa: Coming Of Age (The Guardian Shifters, #1)Lisa: Coming Of Age by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lisa: Coming of Age (Book 1 of The Guardian Shifters) by KM Lowe
4 Stars

Lisa grows up knowing that she’s adopted. Around the age of seventeen, she learns that she is a wolf shifter. The truth about her birth parents is hard and she’s in denial for most of the book. The next few weeks of her life put her and her loved ones in danger.

The premise of the book was good. The book placed an importance on family which I liked. I loved the fact that the story was situated in Scotland. The author added a few Scottish words here and there although I would have expected more. I found Lisa’s childish tantrums redundant and somewhat off putting. There was too much unnecessary drama surrounding her denial. I liked the other characters in the book especially Jasper. I’m looking forward to reading part two because it’s about him.

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Flowers in December Trilogy: Flowers in December, Coming Home, Second Chance by Jane Suen – Review by Anna Hirsch

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FLOWERS IN DECEMBER TRILOGYFLOWERS IN DECEMBER TRILOGY by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Flowers in December Trilogy: Flowers in December, Coming Home, Second Chance
by Jane Suen
4 Stars

These books show the changes and evolution of Connor which take place within the span of two years approximately. It starts with Flowers in December and the death of his mother. Connor is trying to deal with his grief and regret of not visiting more often. It is more about his inner journey and facing his own mortality.

His story continues in Coming Home. It is a story about love and forgiveness. He returns home for his first Christmas without his mother. It’s rough but being with friends and helping his neighbour aids him in healing. It is a Christmas story with deeper meaning.

In Second Chance, we see more of the relationship between Connor and Mary Ann. Each trying to decide what it is that they really want. It is an easy to read romance. This trilogy flows effortlessly into each other. You feel a range of emotions from grief to acceptance, nervousness to euphoria. These are well written books showing the evolution of one man through a meaningful time in his life.

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Call of the Alpha (Powder River Pack Book 2) by Brooke May – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Call of the Alpha (The Powder River Pack #2)Call of the Alpha by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Call of the Alpha (Powder River Pack Book 2) by Brooke May
4 Stars

This is a fantastic paranormal romance. It is the second book in the Powder River Pack series but can be read as a stand-alone. I found the story to be well written and interesting. The characters are wonderful and relatable. The author put a somewhat different twist to werewolves. Obviously they are hot which led to some sizzling scenes with their mates. Mason is drool worthy on top of being the alpha and a single dad. Rylie was a strong female lead yet not infallible. The story is filled with passion, secrets and heartache. With danger added in, the book will keep you on the edge of your seat wondering what will happen next. I think it’s a great addition to the series. Now I need book three to be about Miles because I need to know what happens with that situation.

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The Flame and the Blade (Flame and Blade Series) by Meredith Hart – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Flame and The Blade (Flame and Blade #1)The Flame and The Blade by Meredith Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Flame and the Blade (Flame and Blade Series) by Meredith Hart
5 Stars

After reading this book, I realized that this will be an awesome series. I’m very excited to read the rest. Considering how the book ended, I can’t wait to get my hands on part two. This is a fantasy novel filled with magic and adventure, some danger and love.

After getting her heart broken, Lyria leaves the Adventurers Guild and returns to her family’s Guard Guild in shame. Luckily her brothers forget the I told you so and accept her back with open arms. Having to work her way up from the bottom again, Lyria accepts her first assignment. It should have been simple, escort a noble to the ruins of a castle and bring him back home. Unfortunately for her, said noble happens to be an illegal wild mage who is a direct descendant of the man who nearly destroyed the world during the Demon Wars. This ten day trek turned into fourteen days of gruelling conditions filled with life and death situations.

Once I started reading this book, I had a hard time putting it down. I loved the characters and the storyline. The world that the author created was quite interesting with its guilds and magic system. Everything was so vivid and well written. This is an amazing start to a series, that I believe, will be off the charts.

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Chasing Starlight: Cassandra’s Story (The Daughters of Night Chronicles) by Matilda Reyes and Jennifer Siddoway – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Chasing StarlightChasing Starlight by Jennifer Siddoway
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Chasing Starlight: Cassandra’s Story (The Daughters of Night Chronicles) by Matilda Reyes and Jennifer Siddoway
3 Stars

I was very excited to read this book. I loved the cover and the synopsis sounded intriguing. I was thrilled that I found a book with an original storyline. Cassandra is a dream weaver. She enters your dreams to help you then collects dream dust to send to the Fae Realm. How cool is that! She’s also the daughter of the Fae king, so far so good.

I started reading and found out that Cass has crippling anxiety, which is fine. Unfortunately this overtook the storyline. It became repetitive until it was tiresome. Almost every page was about her trying to breathe through an anxiety attack. I felt like the actual story about the creature after the dream weavers took a back seat. It was thrown in as a reminder between her attacks and her relationship with Michael.

Certain things didn’t make sense. She’s finished school, has a degree and is now working as a teacher. Therefore that would make her mid to late twenties yet when Michael kisses her gently, she runs away like a ten year old. The Fae are supposed to be a strong race yet Cass was confused and unsure of herself throughout the entire book. When the confrontation happened between the creature and Cass, it was anticlimactic. This creature was supposed to be strong and killing dream weavers yet Cass, who can barely function through a day without a panic attack, defeated him so quickly. It didn’t make sense.

This series has potential to be great. The story is original and there are seven sisters. Each one can have her own story. It can be truly amazing.

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The Runaround: A Single Dad Romantic Comedy (Carolina Connections Book 6) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Runaround (Carolina Connections #6)The Runaround by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Runaround: A Single Dad Romantic Comedy (Carolina Connections Book 6) by Sylvie Stewart
4 Stars

This was a fun, lighthearted read. The banter between the characters was quite comical. For a romantic comedy, it had depth to the story. Jax is a man who can melt your panties with his southern charm. He knows his way around women and has many notches on his bedpost. Dealing with his fourteen year old daughter is completely different especially because he only met her seven months ago. If getting her singing lessons will keep her happy then so be it.

Ariana is a strong willed, potty mouthed woman who is goal oriented. She’s a breath of fresh air and I loved her. She’s had a string of loser ex- boyfriends and even though she’s immensely attracted to Jax, she won’t allow him to charm his way into her pants. Obviously fate has other plans.

I think the author did a good job showing the problems that Jax and his daughter had to overcome. The growth of their relationship was remarkable. The story was good and the characters are amazing. I would definitely recommend this book.

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A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts Book Three) by K.G Fletcher – Review by Anna Hirsch

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A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts, #3)A Sun So Bright by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts Book Three) by K.G Fletcher
5 Stars

Every time I read a book by K.G Fletcher, my emotions go through the wringer. This author has a special talent of drawing you into her stories and getting you personally attached to her characters. This book was amazing! It didn’t matter that it was book three in the Reigning Hearts series. It can be read as a stand-alone because I never got lost. I adored Chris Ballard and even though I wasn’t impressed with Fiona, she quickly grew on me. I was right there with them through their ups and downs. I was crying my heart out and emotionally exhausted by the end. I’ve never been disappointed after reading a book by Ms. Fletcher. I definitely have to read the first two books in this series.

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Ink’s Devil (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter #5) by Manda Mellett – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Ink's Devil: Satan's Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #5Ink’s Devil: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #5 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ink’s Devil (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter #5) by Manda Mellett
5 Stars

This was an exciting thrill ride which sent me on an emotional roller coaster. I loved this book! It had everything; action, drama, suspense, love, and hot sex. This is the first book that I have read from this author and I’m so happy to have discovered her. Her writing is exceptional. She has a way of pulling you in and keeping you enthralled. The story was well thought out and complex. It wasn’t just an MC story. The characters are well rounded and relatable. Being the fifth book in this series, I had no problem following the story line. The story centred on Ink and Beth with recurring characters from previous books. I fell in love with theses characters and definitely plan on reading the whole series.

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Never Date a Siren (College Fae Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Never Date a SirenNever Date a Siren by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Never Date a Siren (College Fae Book 1) by Byrd Nash
4 Stars

This is the first book that I have read from this author. I really enjoyed it and will definitely look for more books written by her. I thought this book was quite interesting and original. The thing I loved best was the fact that the author used less “popular” supernatural beings. There were dryads, naiads, sirens, and a bard; not the usual vampires and werewolves.

The story takes place at Leopold Otto University in a country that the Fae have kept hidden for decades. It is the only school where both human and fae attend. Brigit, à dryad princess, never thought that she would have a human for a roommate but this is the situation she finds herself in. The Fae live by a different code of conduct so when Brigit realizes Logan is in serious trouble with a siren, she needs to help him. What ensues next is a fast paced adventure of tightrope walking between debts of honour and laws of civility. Can Logan survive? This is an imaginative story filled with charming characters. It’s a definitive must read!

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The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis Book 1) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Rise of House ValdisThe Rise of House Valdis by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis Book 1) by Naomi Valkyrie
4 Stars

The cover of this book first drew me in. Finding out that it is a paranormal fantasy was a plus because that’s my favourite genre. It has werewolves, vampires and weirdly, aliens, which usually fall under sci-fi. I decided to give it a try and see where it goes. The story has action, love and lots of drama. It shows that this is the author’s debut novel. I feel that in the beginning of the book, the author was unsure in which direction she wanted the story to head in. As you are reading, you feel her get her bearings and the story takes off.

The book is written in multiple points of views which I don’t mind because it allows you to better understand the story as a whole. Unfortunately, the author used too many in this instance. I feel two points would have been enough. I loved how protective Xenobia was over the women that she took into her home. Although Xen has been through a lot herself, it only made her stronger and more understanding. I would have preferred a stronger male lead. This one was confused most of the time, flip flopping between two people.

Overall the story was original and kept me interested. I believe this book has the potential to turn into a very exciting series. I think Ms. Valkyrie did a wonderful job writing her first novel and she’ll only get better. Looking forward to seeing what else she has in store for us.

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Beloved (21st Century Courtesan Book #3) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Anna Hirsch

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BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan, #3)BELOVED by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beloved (21st Century Courtesan Book #3) by Pamela DuMond
4 Stars

Evie is a courtesan. An extremely well paid courtesan because of her empathic abilities. She manages to heal her clients who are suffering. I loved this book because she takes care of someone with personal ties to herself and manages to heal herself a little as well. I suggest reading this series from the beginning only because there is a story that runs through them all. People want different things from her including one that wants to murder her. The author is really good in keeping her stalker a secret. The book ends on an exciting note and I think I’ve figured out who her stalker is. I can’t wait to read the next installment to see if I’m right.

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Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3)Lillie by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Book 3) by Mya O’Malley
4 Stars

This is book three in what I have to say is an awesome series. Lillie, as a finale to this series, is a fantastic read. It is definitely my favourite of the three. It is a bit darker than the other two but there is good reason for it. The story is filled with drama, suspense and some danger. We learn more about Naomi’s past and the author does a wonderful job of tying all the books together. Seeing how all three books are connected, I do suggest reading this series from the beginning.

Naomi and Bryce are finally married but wedding bliss is not in the cards. Naomi realizes that Holly’s imaginary friend is actually a ghost. A volatile, angry ghost that haunted Naomi when she was little. It’s hard to calm a child when they are having a tantrum, imagine when that child is a ghost. This spirit might be the end of Naomi and Bryce’s happy ending. Despite the anger and violence, this lost soul has something to teach Naomi. Naomi just needs to be able to listen and understand her destiny.

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The Istanbul Conspiracy (Code Raven Book 7) by Lynda Filler – Review by Anna Hirsch

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The Istanbul Conspiracy (Code Raven #7)The Istanbul Conspiracy by Lynda Filler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Istanbul Conspiracy (Code Raven Book 7) by Lynda Filler
4 Stars

Luke and Samaar are finally getting married. Of course the day gets cancelled because they need to save the world again. DJ Turk and the daughter of the Minister of Defense of Istanbul tried to get married as well but theirs ended much more violently. The Raven Group gathers in Turkey to figure out what went wrong. Some conspiracies run deeper than others. Luke has to work with some other top secret agencies to figure this one out.

Another action packed, high intense espionage novel by Lynda Filler. I’ve read a few other books in this series and I’ve noticed the author’s writing strengthen throughout. This is the best book so far in the Code Raven series. The story is full of twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Everything is connected and boy, what an ending! The next book should be quite interesting.
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Second Chance (The Flowers in December Trilogy, Book 3) by Jane Suen – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Second Chance (Flowers in December #3)Second Chance by Jane Suen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Second Chance (The Flowers in December Trilogy, Book 3) by Jane Suen
4 Stars

I think this was a wonderful finale to this series. The growth and changes that Connor makes throughout these books is remarkable. Throughout all the flashbacks, we get to know Mary Ann more, which was nice. These books take place around Christmas time so it was a fun time of the year to read them. If you’re looking for an easy to read romance that can be read in one sitting, then this is for you.

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Somebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Somebody in the NeighborhoodSomebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Somebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore
4 Stars

Somebody in the Neighborhood is a murder mystery. I don’t usually read these types of books but I enjoyed this one. Dawn’s Aunt Amy gets murdered and needing a change, she decides to move down to Florida into her aunt’s home. It might not have been the smartest decision seeing as Dawn fits the description of the victims, pretty and blonde. Dawn loves the sun and the beach is nearby but she has to deal with her strange new environment. Her next door neighbour keeps watching her, some of the others seem too interested in her aunt and she has a creepy mailman who is way too friendly for her tastes. After doing a little investigating on her own, Dawn realizes that she’s in trouble, the killer is someone in the neighborhood.

The thing I liked best about this book was that the author kept me guessing until the grand reveal. The story was well written with enough twists to keep you interested. Suspense, drama and quirky characters made this a wonderful read.

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Alice Will: Dreams of Chaos Book 1 by Ashley Chappell – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Alice Will: Dreams of Chaos Book 1Alice Will: Dreams of Chaos Book 1 by Ashley Chappell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Alice Will: Dreams of Chaos Book 1 by Ashley Chappell
4 Stars

This is a fantasy novel involving gods, magical beings and humans. It is unlike anything that I have read before. It truly is a unique and original story. Reality isn’t always what it seems, it depends on who’s telling the story. Trotter is a demi god trying to understand her powers and trying to control them while being a fourteen year old girl. A war is coming that can tear the world apart and its up to her to save it. All the while there is a little girl that’s reshaping reality with her childish dreams and wishes. Unfortunately a six year old doesn’t realize the world is bigger than what’s around her. With the gods fighting amongst themselves and the human world caving in upon itself, can Trotter find the strength to stop the evil that is awakening and save a child’s hopes and dreams?

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Naughty and Nice (Spicetopia #4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Naughty & NiceNaughty & Nice by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Naughty and Nice (Spicetopia #4) by Phoebe Alexander
4 Stars

Cy and Jolie are finally getting married. Cy has invited his parents to the wedding which takes place in Spicetopia. What could go wrong? Pretty much everything when the Sweets are involved, starting with the minister arriving a week early. Jolie is already stressed to the max so she enlists her event coordinator to take care of Micah. After meeting him, Natalie wants to take care of him in more ways than one. How is she supposed to entertain a minister in an amusement park specialized in sexual fantasies and fetishes?

I found this book to be quite entertaining and amusing. It’s another wonderful addition to this series. Just when you thought you read it all, Ms. Alexander comes out with another book to top the others. The story takes place at Christmas so this was the perfect time of the year to read it. Loved it!

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A Song To Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Anna Hirsch

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A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3)A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Song To Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen
4 Stars

Bekah just wanted a one night stand. One night to feel like a woman again. What she found instead is her fate bound mate. Being burned before, she wasn’t sure if she could trust her feelings. Shane wants to put roots down somewhere and live a quiet life. His witch band mates have different ideas. They want stardom. He unwillingly plays a part in their crazy scheme and now something is after him, threatening his future. Can they both survive the evil that’s hunting them?

This was another thrilling paranormal romance novel. It’s an exciting addition to the Crescent City Wolf Pack series. The story was based solely on Shane and Bekah but it was nice to see older characters reappear. I love this series and now I have to wait for a fourth part.

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Testament of Feats: Book of Sorrows Book Two by K.H. Jones – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Testament of Feats: Book of Sorrows (Book Two 2)Testament of Feats: Book of Sorrows by Kimm Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Testament of Feats: Book of Sorrows Book Two by K.H. Jones
4 Stars

This is book two in this series. It picks up where the first one ended. It is very important to read this series in order or you will have a hard time understanding everything and the connections between the characters. I really enjoyed this book much more than the first. In this book , the story continues and the plot thickens. The story progresses quite rapidly with so much happening. The growth and evolution of certain characters is amazing. Once again the author did a fantastic job of creating his world. The author is detail oriented which helps in these epic adventures. Certain things happen which I wasn’t too happy about but I realize they are vital to the story. There were certain hints that were dropped about what is yet to come. I’m very excited about reading the next part.

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Testament of Feats:Book of Judgement Book One by K.H Jones – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Testament of Feats: Book of Judgment,Testament of Feats: Book of Judgment, by K.H. Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Testament of Feats: Book of Judgement Book One by K.H. Jones
4 Stars

Testament of Feats is an epic adventure fantasy series. Giants, Bards, Druids and demons fill the pages of this novel. Night Scream is a ranger for the Dogs Clan. Some of his fellow rangers have disappeared and during his patrols, he tries to find them. Scream is so much more than just a ranger. He is cursed with being the Jaw of his clan. He exacts justice for those that need it.

There is a malevolent force awakening and it wants Night Scream. Throughout the book Scream is being stalked, he feels it breathing down his neck in his nightmares. Falling into trouble several times, Night Scream fights to survive and figure out what is hunting him.

The author does an excellent job of creating the world these characters live in. The book was so intrinsically detailed that you could almost feel the frigid air biting your bare skin. At times I found the story a little long because of this but the story kept me interested. I want to know what happens. Will Scream find his friends? What evil is chasing him? I will definitely be reading part two.

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Not a Good Death (Agents of Dart Book 2) by Naomi Bellina – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Not a Good Death: Agents of Dart Series Book Two (Romantic Suspense)Not a Good Death: Agents of Dart Series Book Two by Naomi Bellina
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Not a Good Death (Agents of Dart Book 2) by Naomi Bellina
4 Stars

This is book two in the Agents of Dart series. I didn’t read book one but there was enough information in this one that I wasn’t lost at all. If you want to know how Lily and Dillon met, you should read book one. This is Dillon’s first mission as a Dart agent and Lily is training him. It was supposed to be an easy mission but everything that could go wrong, went wrong. Lily always follows the rules, they are there for a reason. Dillon shows her that sometimes rules need to be bent to accomplish a mission. The book is filled with danger and action. Lily and Dillon need to learn to work together if they are going to survive and catch a killer.

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Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Vampire StateVampire State by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides
4 Stars

This is the first book that I have read from this author. His view of vampires is different and I found the story to be original. A war is going on and the vampires, now called Pales, have taken over. Rowena and her parents are brought to Sanguinia and sponsored by a family of elite vampires. They can have everything they ever wanted; power, money and fame. All they need to do is die and become a vampire. Rowena has choices to make. She’s torn between her parents, torn between two guys. She wants to make a difference, have her life mean something. Danger lurks around every corner and most of the time, Rowena has no idea what’s going on.

I found the book interesting but a little too political for my tastes. Most of the time it was dealing with senators and laws so it dragged a bit for me. I believed in what Rowena was trying to accomplish and was cheering for her until the end.

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Fire and Ice (Spicetopia #3) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Anna Hirsch

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Fire & Ice (Spicetopia #3)Fire & Ice by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fire and Ice (Spicetopia #3) by Phoebe Alexander
4 Stars

This is the third book in the Spicetopia series. I think this one was better than the second book. When I realized the story would revolve around Neve Romano, I wasn’t sure that I would enjoy it. I didn’t particularly like him in the other books. Learning about his back story allowed me to understand him better and explains why he is the way he is. The growth of his character is remarkable and by the end of the book, I really liked him.

Someone is trying to sabotage Spicetopia‘s grand opening therefore the story is filled with surprises and a twist that I didn’t see coming. With action and quite a few heated scenes, this book will keep you interested from beginning to end.

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