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The Winemakers Box Set (The Winemakers Series Books #1 – 3) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Winemakers - Box set: A Series of Sun-Kissed Historical RomancesThe Winemakers – Box set: A Series of Sun-Kissed Historical Romances by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars

 

The Winemakers Box Set contains Books #1 – 3 in The Winemakers series by Giovanna Siniscalchi. This is a fantastic way to jump into this fabulous series, with three books for the price of one…. And a great book binge opportunity also.
I always enjoy Ms. Siniscalchi’s stories, and this box set certainly delivered an enthralling read. This is an historical romance series, it comes with a unique identity that sets it apart from others in the same genre. Set in Portugal in the 1870’s, that author expertly weaves tales that easily transport us through time into a rich, vibrant, and entirely picturesque settings, which definitely give the stories an extra element of interest.
Can we take a moment to appreciate these beautiful covers too, they really are gorgeous!! They are what drew me to the books in the first place, then after reading the blurbs, I was completely sold.
Ms. Siniscalchi has delivered well-woven stories filled with wonderful details and descriptions, romance, culture, drama, agendas, secrets, winemaking, vineyards, chemistry, real history, tragedy, heartache, pushing boundaries and proprieties of the day, politics, duty, expectation, emotions, mystery, cultural details, spice, danger, quirky & complex characters, and a sprinkle of humour to balance everything.
The wonderful cast of characters made it quite easy to connect with them, quickly investing in them and the outcome of their stories. Captivating till the very end.
The Box Set Contains:
– The True Purpose of Vines (Book #1) – Julia Costa and Griffin Maxwell’s story…
– The Taste of Light (Book #2) – Pedro Duan and Anne Maxwell’s story…
– The Truth about Myths (Book #3) – Princess Isabel and Viscount Henrique’s story…
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Giovanna Siniscalchi!

 

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Texas Winds by Dana Wayne – Review by Beverly Finnie

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Texas WindsTexas Winds by Dana Wayne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Texas Winds is a sweet romance. One I thoroughly enjoyed. The author presents are dark world emotionally for these characters that develops into something wonderful throughout the story. Of course no story is left without a little drama, which the author placed beautifully.
Two broken souls aimlessly going through the motions of life. Jake’s wife was leaving him but she never got the chance. However leaving a child behind that he questioned paternity is what he received. Jake being the standup guy realized the child doesn’t deserve what his late wife did to him so he’s raising her as if everything was fine between them. However he’s distant from his daughter, not that he realizes it. It takes Lexie blowing into his life to realize it.
Lexie was embarrassed and left at the altar by her fiancée. And in turn what she did, she threw herself into work. Doing a job that didn’t necessarily make her happy but fear that she would disappoint her dad if she went a different direction. Deciding to take a vacation isn’t something she does. So when it starts out a disaster why would she ever want to take one again.
Jake, Lexie, and Katie grow together throughout this story. But nothing is all sunshine and roses and the past threatens the growing bond between them.
Again it’s a sweet second chance at happiness and love story. Have I read stories like this before? Yeah, however this one hits differently. You feel empathy for the characters and what they’ve been through. Which isn’t that exactly what we are all looking for in a good book? I know I am.
So I encourage you to take a chance, you won’t be disappointed.

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Finding Cheer (Magical Emerald Hollow Series) by Heather Schneider – Review by Carla Clemmons

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Finding Cheer (Magical Emerald Hollow #2)Finding Cheer by Heather Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a great sequel! I was really looking forward to this book and could not wait for it to be released. I love the feel good books that read like a Hallmark movie. I definitely recommend reading the first book before this one. It really helps to have the background of the characters. We go back to Emerald Hollow and follow Sofia and meet some new characters too. I like that you get to read from different points of view. It really gives different perspectives to the people in the story. I am excited to see if the author will take us back to Emerald Hollow because it does leave it open somewhat. Such a sweet read!

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Drag Me Down (Full Throttle Cyborgs Series) by Landra Graf – Review by Andrea Lopez Salazar

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Drag Me Down (Full Throttle Cyborgs, #4)Drag Me Down by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Drag Me Down
By Landra Graf
5 star

Drag and Bridget the two main characters have a lot of deep history and love that goes way back. Drag was betrayed and framed by Bridget and throughout the book doesn’t know the truth. Now after 12 years Bridget needs to team up with Drag and his gang to take town someone before it is to late.
This had a lot of loyalty on each side and family like atmosphere when it comes to the main characters when it comes to their gangs. I loved the dual POV and getting to see each side’s feelings towards another after all these years.

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a cute book for little kids. The colorful pictures which are beautifully detailed helps keep little ones engaged. This author is our “go-to” author on all kids books. We have some we bought hard copies of too. We definitely loved this one about good fairies, bad fairies and the queen of the fairies.

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Stop that Lion (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace (Kingdom of Mir)Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a lovely retelling of the Lion and the Lamb story and it is written perfectly for children. It is an entertaining and loveable story that subtly teaches kids a great lesson. The way the author brought the characters and the story to life was amazing. Even though it wasn’t aimed at my age range, I found myself enjoying it just as much as my kids.
I am sure I have said it about this author before (and will certainly say it again) but this has got to be my favourite book of hers so far. It was delightful to read and I loved the enjoyment my kids got our of it. I would definitely recommend this story.

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Stop that Lion (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tanya Wall, April 2024

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Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace (Kingdom of Mir)Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship, Love, and Peace by Lois Wickstrom – a favorite children’s author- is such a sweet children’s book! It’s got these gorgeous illustrations that remind me of the stories we used to read when we were little. The story follows Wynnie, this smart girl who wants to help her neighbors in the Kingdom of Mir because their sheep keep disappearing thanks to a sneaky lion.

What’s so cool about this book is how it teaches kids to be creative and think about others. Wynnie doesn’t just sit around—she jumps in to solve the problem, showing kids that they can make a difference no matter how small they are.

The pictures are so colorful and fun, and they really help tell the story. And the lessons about friendship and teamwork? They’re spot on!

I read this to my great nieces and she loved it! She enjoyed Wynnie’s adventure and even came up with her own ideas to help her out. It’s a perfect story for kids around 4 to 8, and I bet your little ones will love it too! Definitely worth adding to your bookshelf for those cozy storytime moments with the family.

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tanya Wall, April 2024

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom is a super cute kids’ fantasy story with a twist. It’s all about this young girl who dreams up her own fairy tale, starring the Queen of the Fairies. The illustrations are so bright and colorful, they really make the story pop!

At first, the story might throw you off a bit—it feels like it starts in the middle of things. But as you read on, you get why the author did it that way. It’s like a puzzle that comes together in the end.

I love how this book encourages kids to let their imaginations run wild. It’s like you’re right there with the main character, dreaming up your own fairy world. And the message about being creative and true to yourself is spot on.

Queen of the Fairies is perfect for any kid who loves magic and adventure. It’s a fun, whimsical read that’ll leave you feeling inspired to write your own stories. So grab a copy, let your imagination soar, and get ready for a magical journey

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Stop that Lion (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace (Kingdom of Mir)Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stop that Lion (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom. This is by my favorite children’s author and my nephew and I loved it. Its the story of the Kingdom of Sher & the Kingdom of Mir being neighbors and the Kingdom of Sher’s Lion keeps eating the Kingdom of Mir’s sheep. Wynnie a young girl who lives in the Kingdom of Sher tries to find a good solution to this problem. The King of Mir has tasked his citizens with finding a solution to the problem and whoever finds a good solution will be the King’s advisor. There are always lessons to learn in Ms. Wickstrom’s books and the lesson in this one is understanding and learning to listen. The illustrations are beautiful along with the story, its a perfect book for your young kids!

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Stop that Lion (Kingdom of Mir Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace (Kingdom of Mir)Stop That Lion: A Tale of Friendship Love and Peace by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book hit all the feels for times long past. The beautiful illustrations the real-world lion eats lambs story all gave the feel of classic Disney golden books. Feeding on the reality that children see the world differently was center stage in this book. Crazy how only a little girl thought to ask questions about the situation in hopes of finding a solution that was fair to all. Wonderful book can’t wait for my next Lois Wickstrom book fix.

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Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Queen of the FairiesQueen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Honestly, I love every book I read by Lois Wickstrom. They are not only always beautifully illustrated, but they are always considerate and fun to read. The Queen of the Fairies was no different. With the back and forth of what good fairies versus bad fairies would or could do makes growing minds understand in an easy way the difference between good and bad. Also, can’t forget the secret revealed at the end. Always lighthearted and left smiling at the end of this incredible author’s books.

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Amese of Animalis (The Borosa Legacy Book 1) by MJ Murray – Review by Andrea Lopez Salazar

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Amese of Animalis (Borosa Legacy, #1)Amese of Animalis by M.J. Murray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Borosa Legacy Book 1 is a great read I read with my daughter together and she loved it. Amese is a teen who is about to start her training to become the next potentate but doesn’t seem so sure she wants be the next potentate.
Amese takes lessons to change into animal form and live like they do until her lesson is learned and she can return to her body. She has become a pelican, a wolf and a badger
One of the conversations with her mother I loved a lot. Her mother told her that if she was going to quit, it needed to be after a good day of training not a bad one. That is was easy to quit when something is hard.
Seems like not everyone wants to see her succeed and something is going on. The book was getting good and left us on a cliffhanger. I cant wait for the next book!!

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Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Trish Ann

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Loris Opens Up His HeartLoris Opens Up His Heart by Dagmara Sitek
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was a nice children’s book that I could see kids that I teach reading. There is a good message and the illustrations are appealing. It made a difficult topic digestible and understandable for the age target. The description says ages 5-10 but this is something that would be best read together not as an independent read if you are using it as a tool for support. I did appreciate the topic since more and more children are experiencing situations where they are in the care of someone other than their parents.

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Hell in a Handbasket (Life is Hell Series Book 3) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Megan Rea

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Hell in a Handbasket (Life is Hell #3)Hell in a Handbasket by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the next addition to the Life is Hell series and while it can be read as a standalone, I would recommend reading the first two books just so you have the background for everyone and so that you understand the whys and whats of the storyline. This is definitely a slow burn and while it wasn’t my favorite of the series so far, Valkyrie definitely knows what she’s doing when it comes to paranormal romances. I really liked getting to know Teivel’s character better…he really intrigued me in the other stories but I felt that his and Oren’s story was rushed in the end. I would have like to seen the ending to their story more developed. It felt a bit thrown together (and personally, I’m not happy about what happens at the end but I won’t spoil it for anyone ;)). As always, I love how Valkyrie continues to incorporate her characters from previous stories and how she teases characters that *might* be coming up in future stories. I can’t wait for this series to continue!
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Texas Winds by Dana Wayne – Review by M Policicchio

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Texas WindsTexas Winds by Dana Wayne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Emotionally delightful romance with a taste of steam. Endearing characters that deserve the HEA.

Alexa “Lexie” needed a change in her life. She just got stood up at the altar by a man she is not sure she loved. She started with something small that made a difference to her. Alexa had always been known as Alex but she wasn’t her anymore. Only one person called her Lexie but it was enough. Now if she could just figure out the rest of her world.

Jake had been burned. He was in love with his high school sweetheart who one day told him that she didn’t love him anymore and that there was someone else in her life. When tragedy happened and she wound up in a coma serving as an incubator of the precious life she was growing, Jake’s heart grew cold. There were so many questions left unanswered. Jake had to shake it off and be a father to that tiny little bundle that played no part in hurting him.

Lexie was on her way to a 2-week vacation when a blown tire, a feral hog and a rainstorm changed everything. Jake was her saving grace, helping her out of the mud. Now she was stuck, sort of, with Jake taking care of her and her dog, Biscuit. The only problem was the intense attraction she felt towards Jake and his adorable daughter, Katie.

As Jake’s past came back to bite him in the caboose, Lexie was figuring out what she wanted. Jake couldn’t fight the growing attraction to Lexie. Lexie and Jake managed to work through the pain of the past together with plans of making a future, also together.

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Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Katie Matthews

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Oscar and Emmy Foster KittensOscar and Emmy Foster Kittens by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another lovely book from this author about caring for cats in the community. This time Oscar and Emmy, and their human family are helping to take care of foster kittens for a local shelter. I don’t think it matter which country you live in there is a huge cat problem from people not neutering their cats at an appropriate age. I myself, in the UK, foster cats/pregnant mum cats and kittens for a local charity so I love that this book is out there for readers to see how important foster work is in the animal sector. The books went through all the responsibilities of looking after kittens and it was written well. The story was accompanied by beautiful illustrations. One thing I will say is do not underestimate the work that goes in hand-rearing kittens – it’s hard work!
A great book that’s raising awareness for the need of foster homes for abandoned and stray cats.

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Loris Opens Up His Heart (Courage Tales Series) by Dagmara Sitek – Review by Katie Matthews

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Loris Opens Up His HeartLoris Opens Up His Heart by Dagmara Sitek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really lovely read and one that really did open up my thinking about how children must feel when they are moved around the care system. I really felt for Loris, he was so shut down when he went to his new foster home but thankfully with the help of his new foster brother and sister he was able to see that he was safe now and could finally be himself and help to open his heart to other people around him.
There was so much in this story that would be great to talk to the children reading about it – it will definitely help children to empathise with children like Loris.
A really good book and one I would recommend.

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The Winemakers Box Set (The Winemakers Series) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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The Winemakers - Box set: A Series of Sun-Kissed Historical RomancesThe Winemakers – Box set: A Series of Sun-Kissed Historical Romances by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
The Winemakers Box Set (The Winemakers Series) by Giovanna Siniscalchi

The Winemakers Box Set is all three books in one amazing set. Know you can read the whole series at one time. I absolutely love Historical Romance and this box set will definitely be on my favorites list.
The True Purpose of Vines is the first book in The WineMakers Series and this authors debut novel. I’m a huge fan of Historical Romance and this book is a Historical enemies to lovers that once I started reading I couldn’t put it down. I absolutely loved everything about this book and actually learned a bit about Portuguese history and wine making. This author knocked it out of the park with this one. Her style of writing and attention to detail is honestly incredible. Her characters are well developed and fun, relatable and easy to fall in love with. This is a story about Julia and Griffin. These two have chemistry between but struggle with finding a way to keep their relationship together and with finding a cure. Get ready to be taken on quite the emotional rollercoaster ride.
The Taste of Light is the second book in The Winemakers series and is a wonderfully written Historical Romance about, love, redemption and adventure. I absolutely loved this book and was hooked from the very first page. I had a hard time putting this down and found myself reading late into the night. This is Pedro’s and Anne’s story. Pedro mistook her for someone else and know they find themselves on the run because he being accused of a crime he didn’t commit. Anne sees good in all and fought her attraction to Pedro at first. These two definitely have chemistry between. Can these two have a relationship? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait for the next book in this series.
The Truths about Myths is a wonderfully written Historical Romance/ Enemies to Lover’s Romance that is the third book in The Winemakers Series. The attention to detail along with fully developed characters make the story come to life. I could picture myself right along with them. This is Isabel and Henrique’s story. There’s great chemistry between them . Isabel is a a Portugal Princess and is being sent to Spain by the King. Her Bodyguard is Henrique. She’s a bit set in her ways . Can he help her to cut loose, I don’t want to give away anything. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I highly recommend grabbing this book set especially if you are a Historical Romance Fan.

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Drag Me Down (Full Throttle Cyborgs Series Book #4) by Landra Graf – Review by Angela Hayes

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Drag Me Down (Full Throttle Cyborgs, #4)Drag Me Down by Landra Graf
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

Drag Me Down is the fourth book in the Full Throttle Cyborgs series by Landra Graf. It is another full throttle sci-fi romance brimming with action, super-charged chemistry, plenty of sparks, sizzle, drama, danger, tension, emotion, cyborgs, and so much more. This intriguing plot for revenge that turns enemies into lovers, with a second chance at romance- which definitely dragged me in and had me invested right from the get-go.
I love all Ms. Graf’s books, but this is definitely one of my most favourites reads from her. And as with the rest of the series, it gives off a bit of a futuristic ‘Fast and Furious’ vibe. So strap in for a thrilling ride…
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Landra Graf!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Stars in the City (Stars in the City Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/209793946-stars-in-the-city” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Stars in the City” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1711457829l/209793946._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/209793946-stars-in-the-city”>Stars in the City</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8298036.Krysten_Lindsay_Hager”>Krysten Lindsay Hager</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6439999301″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Valeria seems to be living a dream, however that all comes crashing down. She is a lead actress on a soap opera called Charming Lives, but her ex-boyfriend is her characters love interest. Of course she was hurt when she was dumped, but it really stung when she found out her best friend was dating him at the same time. A newcomer to the show, Cecily, is quickly becoming a friend as they are around the same age and seem to get along well. They learned a bit about each other while stuck in traffic and ultimately opted to walk when it came to a standstill. They end up running into one of Valeria’s exes, Davis, that she still has feeling for. He is having a tough time and feeling the pressure of being in college. Although she wants to rekindle her relationship with Davis, Cecily ends up fixing her up with an up and coming pop star, Dex Doyle. Due to his popularity it also makes Valeria’s star rise and they are constantly in the spotlight. Does she choose the guy that wants to stay out of the gossip magazines? Or will it be the guy that has her feeling like she’s in a real life TV drama? This book was a fun and quick read. I do believe I read the books that featured Cecily and how she came to date her boyfriend which were also enjoyable. Even though I am a bit beyond the targeted audience I still enjoyed the story and how the author pulled the story together.
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Touched: Elemental Passions Book One by Skye Turner, Sloane Nicole, April D. Berry, C.J. Pinard, Danielle Jamie, Darlene Tallman, Julie Morgan, Livell James, Machelle Hanleigh, and Melissa MacKinnon – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Touched (Elemental Passions #1)Touched by Skye Turner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was a little hesitant on reading this book because i was afraid of it being a chaotic mess with so many “cooks in the kitchen”, BUT, It was really good! You absolutely cannot tell where one author’s part ends and another begins. They managed to make this very seamless and I am impressed. I enjoyed the main characters in this one and the amount of spice was just right for the mood I was in! There was mystery, supense and Paranormal/fantasy element that all made up this romance and it was a very nice book! I am very much looking forward to reading anything else this group of authors puts out!

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Fay’s Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Fay's Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray)Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fay’s Kindness parade is another book in the Adventures of Cray Children’s book series. Each of the animals are getting their own books and I think they are all such precious stories. I loved how Fay was taking Cray with her on her migration to warmer waters and how even though it was important that they be on their way they didn’t hesitate to stop and help friends along the way. This is a wonderful addition to a great series not to mention informational. The illustrations were colorful and well done. We enjoyed Fay’s Kindness Parade along with the other books in this series.

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Fay’s Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Shannen Kern

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Fay's Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray)Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We have read every book in The Adventures of Cray series and absolutely adore each of them. This one was yet another big hit in my household. I love that it shows that kindness can be similar to the ripple effect or as one of my kids said, like dominoes. Once you perform the first act, it sparks kindness in others and reverberates outward! Both of my kids enjoy the rhyming and kind of dance to the rhythm as we read. The illustrations are always eye-catching, and we definitely spent a good amount of time looking through each picture. Teaching life lessons such as compassion, working together, and helping others is wonderful. We also enjoyed the facts about turtles! I highly recommend having this at home or in the classroom. I have no doubt that it will spark conversations just like it did for us!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Finders Keepers, Cowboy (Match Made in Montana Series) by Rachelle Paige Campbell – Review by Krista Moulthrop

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Finders Keepers, Cowboy (Match Made in Montana #1)Finders Keepers, Cowboy by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Meg grew up with Ryan and she always annoyed him. She came back home to work at her struggling antiques shop, and lives next door to Ryan and his Grandpa. She thinks of his grandpa Hank as her own grandpa and takes on a side project clearing out the shed on the ranch to help get it ready for people to stay there. Ryan is of course against this at first because she gets in the way and distracts him. But he soon realizes that he was just avoiding his true feelings toward Meg by convincing himself she’s a nuisance. Hank also seems to know the two should be together. Meg has some insecurities due to everyone saying she talks too much, but she is bubbly and sunny and compliments Ryan’s grumpiness well, he just needs to stop pushing her away and realize that. Overall it was a cozy and clean grumpy/sunshine small town romance. Looking forward to others from this author.

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Hell in a Handbasket (Life is Hell Series Book 3) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Shannen Kern

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Hell in a Handbasket (Life is Hell #3)Hell in a Handbasket by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I don’t know how this author completely knocks it out of the park every single time, but I am here for it! This series is one of my favorites of the year. Teivel and Oren are absolutely incredible in this book. I would recommend picking up the first two books in the series so you can gain all of the background as well as meet the characters and learn their stories. I am a giant fan of dual points of view, and we get plenty of it in this one. Oren and Teivel are my favorites thus far, so I was more than happy to devour this book in a single sitting! Their chemistry is unbelievable and unpredictable. This author is on my favorites list because she never ceases to amaze me! I know that when I see her name on the cover, there’s no doubt in my mind that I’m picking it up and going on a unique adventure. I highly recommend picking this one up (and the first two) and getting lost in this paranormal romance, you won’t regret it!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Stars in the City (Stars in the City Series) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Shannen Kern

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Stars in the CityStars in the City by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had read one book by this author previously, and it left quite the impression on me, so of course I picked this one up without hesitating! I’m a sucker for anything YA including romance which makes this right up my alley. This story pretty much lined up with what I feel like life would be as an actress. The amount of drama, confusion, angst, and jealousy is apparent as Valeria melts into her soap opera role. When you add in seeing your first young love that got away, everything gets even crazier. I enjoyed this clean YA romance if you’re looking for an entertaining afternoon read. You’ll get drawn into the world quickly, and it will be over before you know it!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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What Eyes Can’t See (Bold Journeys Series) by Paulette Stout – Review by Shannen Kern

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What Eyes Can't See: Spicy contemporary fictionWhat Eyes Can’t See: Spicy contemporary fiction by Paulette Stout
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third installment of the Bold Journeys series, but you can definitely read it as a standalone if you want to jump right in. The author has an incredibly way of not only engaging the reader but handling serious topics while doing so! I felt like I was on an emotional rollercoaster with some twists and turns along the way. There is definitely a strong romance theme with some steamy scenes, but there is so much more involved. The characters are well-developed and have you invested almost immediately. Barbara is a force to be reckoned with! I absolutely love her tenacity combined with the vulnerability she shows Sebastian. I must have obtained a few of these by now, but Sebastian is my new book boyfriend! You can feel their chemistry leap off the pages, and he’s relatable and compassionate. I recommend picking this up if you’re looking for a book that’s not your average romance novel!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes-Review by Victoria Mcquigg

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Fay's Kindness Parade (The Adventures of Cray)Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes is a beautiful installment of The Adventures of Cray series. This cute rhyming story is beautifully illustrated. It is also fun, while teaching the importance of kindness and helping others. This is a great story for parents to read to their young children. 5 out of 5 stars!

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Touched: Elemental Passions Book One by Skye Turner, Sloane Nicole, April D. Berry, C.J. Pinard, Danielle Jamie, Darlene Tallman, Julie Morgan, Livell James, Machelle Hanleigh, and Melissa MacKinnon – Review by Jessica Stone

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Touched (Elemental Passions #1)Touched by Skye Turner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Touched: Elemental Passions Book One by Skye Turner, Sloane Nicole, April D. Berry, C.J. Pinard, Danielle Jamie, Darlene Tallman, Julie Morgan, Livell James, Machelle Hanleigh, and Melissa MacKinnon – Review by Jessica Stone

To start off if you can’t tell by the title of my review this story was written by 10 different authors which is WILD to me, it’s not multiple little stories in one volume, no this is 10 writers coming together to create one epic fantasy.

I was hesitant about the fact that there were so many hands in the compilation of this book but it was done well and flows seamlessly. To be honest I quite enjoyed this more than I have any other book recently. It’s filled with fantasy, action, a little romance, hard decisions, witty banter, a little angst, it takes place (partially) in New Orleans which is not only my favorite city, but the perfect setting for all things strange and unusual.

The female main character Aeris, I absolutely adored, I love her fiery personality, her inquisitive nature and her penchant for trouble. Honestly, she was refreshing as a strong, female main character, making the hard choices and following her heart.

I also enjoyed our male main character, he’s a good man and I think the perfect match for Aeris in all ways. I think he’s confused and angry and lost at first and that makes his full character arc much better, to see him grow with the story, rather than staying who he is.

I’m not sure how many books will be in this series but I can definitely say I am here for all of them! There is a much world and lore become realty and some really interesting characters that I would love to see get their moments.

Touched: Elemental Passions Book One, Skye Turner, Sloane Nicole, April D. Berry, C.J. Pinard, Danielle Jamie, Darlene Tallman, Julie Morgan, Livell James, Machelle Hanleigh, Melissa MacKinnon, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Fairy, Romance, Jessica Stone, April 2024

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Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Oscar and Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Oscar and Emmy Foster KittensOscar and Emmy Foster Kittens by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute little story. It was not only entertaining but also informative. I enjoyed learning about what is involved with fostering kittens. This book could inspire children to explore this opportunity and really help shelters everywhere. I recommend this book to anyone with children who love to read and who want to learn more about kittens and how to foster them.

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