Queen of the Fairies by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is the cutest ever! My girls had so much fun interacting with this book. The story is cute and the pictures are so wonderfully drawn and full of color! This is an easy read for kids. I can’t wait to get more of Lois Wickstrom’s books for my kiddos.
The Closer: An enemies to lovers dark romance by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is the third book in the in the Hustlers series
I did not read the other 2 books before this one and can be read as a stand-alone.
This is a multi-pov- Not all chapters say whose POV it is but it will be from the POV of the most recent. (Ie: Ch. 1 says June but 2 and 3 have no name but you know it is still June.)
This is an easy read and can suck you in from the first page to the last. It is a slow burn but the spice be spicing when it does happen.
I do not feel like this can be considered dark romance- however, there are parts of it that others may see as “dark” and be triggered (Spiking drinks, kidnapping). This would be a good introduction though, for those who do feel this is a dark romance.
MMC and FMC used to work together, when things went south they took their separate ways but when the FMC finds herself in a bind with her company she turns to the MMC for financial assistance. While he gives her an offer she doesn’t want to accept she has no choice. Due to this, they have to be close again and that’s when all the fun starts. Secrets are let out, jealousy, possessiveness, and one hell of a plot. This does end in a HEA.
Web of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Neferet, Bener-ib and Mut-tuy return in this mystery, but this time, they are at their Lord Hani’s farm outside of Waset and it is a national holiday, so all of the family are there, they get to spend lazy days in the shade and sleep outside on a night, it is hot and the middle of summer, so when the men go off to the local river for the morning, nobody is overly concerned, that is until only two of them return and Lord Hani is not among them. The family is in a panic, so Neferet, Bener-ib and Mut-tuy run over to find out what has happened and it is at this point that they see Lord Hani on the riverbank with some of the local villagers and they are pulling something from the river, unfortunately, it is a body.
As the group head back with the corpse to the family holiday home, the physicians follow on and when the shade is reached, they examine the body to find a cause of death and once this is confirmed, the local priests are called to take away the body, but the mystery is who is the person? With this in mind, the three ladies head to the village to report the find to the Mayor, however, when they speak to her and they find out who the unfortunate victim is, the investigation truly starts. As the ladies visit the family of the deceased, they discover they are a family of weavers who have links to Neferet’s home town, but as they ask questions, the mystery is not clear cut.
Will Neferet, Bener-ib and Mut-tuy be able to discover who the perpetrator is and the motive behind this killing, or will the weavers, weave a tangled web which is too complex for them to unravel and will the past repeat itself and danger come calling a little too close to home? This is another historical mystery where justice is wanted, but can it be found, as secrets and lies abound while loyalty is challenged and answers revealed.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
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Lois is a former science teacher. She has written a series of science-based folktales. In each modernized tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending because of learning scientific principles. Lois likes to garden, ride her bike with her husband, cook, and she votes in every election.
Kris & The Pirates: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
There’s a costume party and Kris isn’t wanting to go. She’s engrossed in her book and on an adventure! She’s swimming with dolphins and teaching a sailor to swim when all of a sudden, they are surrounded by pirates. The entire crew of sailors, except for Kris and her friend James are captured by the pirates. Kris finds herself running through the jungle and making friends who will help her and her crew out.
This is a super cute book that is full of adventure! Young readers will love to tell this story so sit in your comfy chair and ready yourself!
Finders Keepers, Cowboy by Rachelle Paige Campbell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Finders Keepers, Cowboy is Book 1 in the Match Made in Montana series and I did enjoy this story.. and it is a clean romance with drama, cowboys, secrets and truly a slow burn. There were parts that were a bit to slow. The forced proximity between the two main characters at times I did love the push and pull at times through their story…but sometimes I wanted to shake them…Overall this is a good contemporary romance and I am definitely intrigued what is to come in this series.
Ryan Kincaid and Meg Hawke knew each other since they were young as neighbors with plenty of banter between them and Ryan was always a bit annoyed by Meg…they are different in many ways..when Ryan’s grandfather, Hank, has Meg over to go through his shed and sell some antiques.. Meg and Ryan keep bumping into each other….but will Ryan and Meg be able to break down their walls to discover the love for each other…
Mistaken Identity by Stephanie R. Caffrey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was an absolutely phenomenal first book in the London Detective Agency series! The real world did not exist to me once I opened this book, and I didn’t return until I finished the last page. Typically, when I pick up romantic suspense books, they lean heavily on either the romance or suspense. This book somehow balanced both equally, and I loved it! Evelyn is traveling and her bag gets accidentally swapped by another lady named Megan. Patrick is a PI focusing intently on finding Megan…who looks an awful lot like Evelyn. The chemistry between Patrick and Evelyn is palpable and getting to see them react to each other was wonderful. The tension will keep you captivated throughout the entire story. I highly recommend picking this up if you are looking for a fast-paced, intriguing suspense-filled read!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Web of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a great second installment to the Hani’s Daughter Mysteries series. We get to experience this story alongside Neferet and Bener-ib, and it is incredibly suspenseful! I adore authors that include character lists, a glossary, and other notes at the beginning of the book because it kind of sets the stage. I also love how the characters are developed because Neferet is a force to be reckoned with. They ran into some unnerving mysteries and had me on the edge of my seat throughout. I definitely lost quite a bit of sleep because I needed to know what was going to happen next. The flow of the story felt so natural and before I knew it, I had blown through the entire book! I highly recommend picking up the first book before this one, but whatever you do, don’t miss out!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Managing Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is a continuation of Zach and Ashton’s story. It definitely gets better in this book. There’s a lot more going on and the book gets better and better. As they get to know more about eachother, what they have is tested. Will they be able to overcome what Happens next? There’s definitely more spice in this book with relationshipy stuff too. I enjoyed reading more about this couple and seeing how they get passed certain things. I had a real soft spot for Ashton in the first book loved to see her grow.
Review by @xchellex
Web of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
When a corpse shows up on the banks of Hani’s country farm, Neferet takes charge in trying to solve the mystery of who did it. This is the first book I have read by this author, and will continue to read more. The story is interesting and flows well. I couldn’t put it down. Even though this is a series, it can be read as a standalone. Very good book!
Kris & The Pirates: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This would be perfect to read to your kids as the chapters are decently short, or would be a great read for kids just getting into chapter books. Kris likes to get lost in a good book, and this time she goes on a grand adventure with a pirate crew, but when everyone gets captured by bad pirates, she has to swiftly figure out how to save everyone. She meets many different animals along the way, and even learns some things about each one. This story really shows how we can go on so many adventures just by reading.
Mistaken Identity by Stephanie R. Caffrey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book I have read from this author and I’m hooked! Evelyn is traveling abroad for part of her Thesis program for Graduate School. She finds herself in the airport in London trying to make her connecting flight.
In the midst of trying to navigate the airport she bumps into someone and inadvertently grabs the wrong bag, as does the person that bumps into her. This starts a series of events that will change her life.
Patrick, a handsome PI, “saves” her… not at first but he does end up getting her out of harms way and into the thick of it all. Truly thinking he had the person he was seeking he leaves the airport with Evelyn in tow and the unknown persons bag.
That’s where it starts to unfold. What a ride it becomes! I love the dynamic between Evelyn, Patrick and James throughout this whole story.
Kris & The Pirates: The Adventures of Kris by Art Blegen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is a brilliant, entertaining story that is well written and perfect for its intended audience. My daughter has just moved on to reading books like this and it was a great addition to add to her collection. We both connected with the story easily and became really engrossed in the story. It was written in a way to draw you in and painted a creative image.
The book is exciting and action packed the whole way. It grabs your attention and makes you want to read more. At each page my daughter was asking questions and wanted to know about the story. this was a really great book and a fantastic way to discover a new author.
Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens by Terri Sabol
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This series is one that we have enjoyed from the beginning and we were all excited to pick up the next book. Getting back into these characters and their engaging stories took no effort at all. The book has yet another interesting story to focus on, addressing common issues to educate kids told through fun characters.
The illustrations in the book really help bring it to life. They make it easy to picture what is going on and easy for children to understand. My kids connected with it and wanted to read the book multiple times. We really enjoyed this story and we are looking forward to the next.
Web of Evil by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Omg I honestly can’t put into words how much I adore this authors work. Ancient Egypt for me is a passion and something I am fascinated by and this authors knowledge and writing really transports me back. The authors attention to historical details as well as writing a unique story is what really brings these books and characters to life for me.
So this is book 2 in Hani’s Daughter Mystery series. This series has come after The Lord Hani Mystery Series, if you haven’t read them I highly recommend them.
So we are back with Neferet (Hani’s daughter) and her friends as they embark on yet another murder mystery today to solve. Neferet is definitely following in her father’s footsteps and she is determined not to let a crime go unsolved no matter the consequences.
When a body is found near the family farm Neferet is determined to find out what happened. When she discovers that it was a cause of murder she then starts the hunt for the murder but the victim wasn’t exactly well liked so with so many suspects will she be able to solve this case.
Was it a case of two lovers getting rid of him so they could be together? Was it something to do with his work and the details of a company he knew? Or was it a member of his family or a angry employee that was pushed to far that cause his death. Neferet has a huge web of lies to unravel to get to the truth and maybe putting herself in danger in the process.
I honestly can’t speak highly enough of this author and their work. If you love murder mysteries with ancient Egyptian history then this is definitely the series for you. I can’t wait to read more.
Mistaken Identity by Stephanie R. Caffrey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Evelyn has managed to get herself through college. Now on layover in London, her whole life is about to change. All it took was someone to bump into her. Now on the run from the Fitzgerald’s Crime Family. Patrick is a private investigator whose job was to get Megan to safety before she gets away. Unfortunately Evelyn and Megan not only look alike, they carry the same backpack. No Spoilers Here! I found this series to have started out on the very first page. This author has a way of drawing her readers in and keeping them engaged. The story is fast paced and extremely intense. The characters fill their positions and draw you into their lives. The author has started a very exciting series and I look forward to reading the next in this series.
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The Glow in Loretta’s Garden by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
I read this book fairly quickly. Personally I think it needs something . I was Intruiged with the idea to learn a little something about fireflys. I feel that was not accomplished until I read some small print at the back instead of filtered through the story.
I have read other books by this author that seem well done but for me this one does not qualify. It is an okay read but I wanted more information. The illustrations are loose but the cover is well done and also what drew me to the story
Amese of Animalis by M.J. Murray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I once again have discovered a new author and once again was not disappointed. I really like how the author has built this world and story. I find the characters to be well written and just the right amount of drama laced through the story. I find that the story grabs the reader’s imagination and I felt as though I was right there with them within the story. I really didn’t want to put this book down and was eager to see how the story would unfold. I look forward to more stories from this author as well as this series. I really enjoy that this author is able to bring the characters to life and grab the imagination. I cannot wait for the next.
Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Make Me Burn by Alicia Street
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Logan has returned home after years of being away for his friends wedding but in the back of his mind there is the distraction of his best friends sister who over the years wondered what had happened to her. With his relationship with his best friend in tatters, she has always been the one to fight his corner but will that still be the case.
Jinx is living her best life, co-owning her own shop, creating her beautiful jewellery and just being unapologetic in life, so when a person from her past comes back can she put all the issues aside and go against her family to find the love that has always been there but can they overcome the obstacles.
This was a lovely story with the main characters both having there problems that they are overcoming and are drawn to each other in the end. I love the way Jinx was completely driven to prove Logan innocent within the family and that the blossoming relationship was still there all those years apart.
Although this is the ninth book in this series they can all be read as stand alone stories are brilliantly as a collective or individual stories. I can wait to read the next instalment and more books by this author in the future.
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SLOANE NICOLE
April D. Berry
C.J. Pinard
Darlene Tallman
Julie Morgan
Machelle Hanleigh
Melissa MacKinnon
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205196601-mistaken-identity” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Mistaken Identity (London Detective Agency Book 1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1706046934l/205196601._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205196601-mistaken-identity”>Mistaken Identity</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/47841267.Stephanie_R_Caffrey”>Stephanie R. Caffrey</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6394937209″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
So many bags travel with their respective owners and many of us have the same one. Many put something special to differentiate their luggage from another and some don’t. That’s what happens to Evelyn on her first trip overseas. She grabs what she thinks is her bag but it actually belongs to another girl who happens to looks a lot like her. Now she has a major crime boss after her. PI Patrick Miller is the only guy that can possibly keep her safe. This story has many twists and turns that will keep you turning the pages to see what happens next. I am very much looking forward to seeing what happens in the next book.
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Before I Let You Go by Kellie Wallace
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good read! It was a fast paced, page turner that i enjoyed over the weekend. It had mystery, suspense and also paranormal/fantasy elements. Elsbeth is the MC, and she inherits a French island home that she quickly learns isn’t what she was expecting. Dark mysteries inhabit her new home and she now has to navigate that mess lol. She was a good mc and i liked the other characters as well!
I like this book enough to want to read more by this author in the future.
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Charming Chapter : A Later-in-Life Just Kisses Romance by Lori Haas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is a nice surprise. You immediately fall in love with the main character and find yourself rooting for her. After many years of doing everything for everyone else she finally decides to do something for herself after some urging from her new book club friends. There are some twists and turns in this book but love the HEA and the fact that the main character has decided to live again and not dwell in the past.
Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Charlie and Abby learn that there is a need for families to foster kittens at their local shelter. They ask their mom for help, and along with Oscar and Emmy, the family helps to get the kittens off to a great start. Charlie and Abby are responsible for feedings and teaching the kittens to use the litter box. Oscar and Emmy help support Peach, Pear, and Plum as they navigate the world at large.
This is a great book to read with youngsters who may be interested in having a kitten. It could help them realize the responsibilities that come with pet ownership, while also encouraging a fostering situation to begin with to make sure that the placement is a good fit for both parties. This book also briefly discusses spaying/neutering.
Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fay the sea turtle is heading for warmer water. Cray is going with her and along the way they are spreading happiness and cheer. They help out many in the ocean making everyone happy.
What a wonderful story for young ones to learn the lesson of helping others around you in need. Love this author’s stories as they are always engaging.
Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Marjorie’s life changed the day an accident happened on Dead Man’s Curve. Wolf Creek Hollow is where she lives on a farm with her father and stepmother. She was a typical teenager pushing limits like everyone else, when one day a new boy showed up at school. She is enticed by his smell and she has no idea why. Sparks fly but will the truth of who he really is push her to walk away. The tension in this book will have riveted to the pages. Excited to read the next book.
The Closer: An enemies to lovers dark romance by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Closer (The Hustlers Trilogy) by Rowan Rossler – Review by Jessica Stone
This is the third and final book in The Hustlers Trilogy and I feel like it was a good close out for this series.
I’m pretty big on forced proximity romances, something about the angst that build when forced into close quarters with someone you hate but at the same time want to rip their cloths off, gets me hooked everytime. Which brings us to the premise of this story, our FMC June ends up in a bad situation due to some terrible things going on with her business trouble, and now her only way to fix things and not lose her company lies in the hand of an old flame that burned to hot and scorched her 10 years ago. Meet Dallas, the old flame. At first I couldn’t really stand this guy, he very much started off as a whinny rich guy, complaining a bit and definitely hard headed, but as this book progressed and the relationship between June and him grew, I find myself relating to his pain in a sense and enjoying him immensely. I love June, I do, part of the story I found myself begging her to push everything aside, let the past go and take what/who you love, the other half I was screaming red flagggg leave so my emotions with this particular book were very high.
Im pretty interested in reading more from this author, I feel these books were well written, fun to read and easy to start immersed in. I would definitely suggest if possible to read the first two story’s in this trilogy, but I do believe that this book can be read on its own if you can’t get your hands on or don’t want to read the first two. That being said, this series is really good and not reading the first two books would be missing out.
The Closer, The Hustlers Trilogy, Rowan Rossler, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Contemporary Romance, Jessica Stone, April 2024
Fay’s Kindness Parade by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Turtle Fay and Cray Crab are back for another adventure in Fay’s Kindness Parade. This is another wonderful story as my great nieces and great nephew enjoy all the books in The Adventures of Cray series. I can say I LOVE these book as well. Colorful and beautiful illustrations and rhyming storytelling really draw you in and you cannot help but not love Turtle Fay with Cray Crab and friends.
It is time for Turtle Fay to travel to warmer waters and invites along Cray Crab. What fun to have is a Kindness Parade before departure. As Fay and Cray start their journey…they meet and help new friends along the way.
Wonderful story and I love all the adventures that Turtle Fay with Cray Crab and friends have. This story made me smile from ear to ear.