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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Ashley Lape

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1)Ruthless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I couldn’t wait to read this book! I read the prequel “Night Hawke” and it definitely left me hanging to read this book. When Jack (Giacomina) and her daughter Vivi are ripped out of their home due to a threat, they end up at Jack’s dad’s best friend’s business in the heart of New Orleans. When he walked into the room, Jack didn’t even have to turn around to know he just walked into the office. Nolan (Isaac) was now face to face with the woman who stole his heart and broke it all in one weekend five years ago back in Chicago! These two have so much chemistry. It was a page-turner that I could not put down!

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My Pearl Heart by J.N. Sheats – Review by Ashley Lape

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My Pearl HeartMy Pearl Heart by J.N. Sheats
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jasmine was swept off her feet literally by a single kiss. Unfortunately for Jasmine within minutes of the most passionate kiss of her life, the man, James, who gave that kiss to Jasmine announced the engagement to her best friend and business partner. Jasmine has no family so she throws herself into building the event planning business that is Cadence’s dream. With the announcement of Cadence’s wedding to James Jasmine starts to learn more about herself and what SHE wants. Even if that happens to be one thing she can’t have.
This was a page-turner from the start! I could not put this book down. Yes, it did frustrate me at some points but I still needed to keep reading to find out what happened to Jasmine, Jame, and Cadence! Can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Married Blind (King of Screen Book 2) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Ashley Lape

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Married Blind (Kings of Screen, #2)Married Blind by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Abi Johnson was determined to pay off her sister’s medical bills by working three jobs and giving up her social life. When her sister Eva and her best friend come up with an idea for Abi to go on a reality show she is convinced they have lost their minds. Reluctantly Abi agrees to be on the show Married Blind Celebrity edition. Three months, she could make it three months living an exciting, totally adventurous life while keeping her end goal of paying off the medical bills. Or so she thought.
Finn McCarthy is on his way to being an A-lister actor when his image and trust are destroyed by a conniving ex. Finn’s agent has signed him up for a reality show in hopes to clean up his image. Could Finn really pull off the biggest role of his life and not fall in love?
This was a great RomCon. It really makes you think could you be in this situation? Could you marry someone at first sight?? I can’t wait to read more from this series.

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Ashley Lape

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series, #1)Love Tools by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When Lily’s dad died and left her his hardware store in Bluestone County it could have come at a better time. Lily didn’t have any regrets about leaving London for Bluestone. However, Lily had no clue how to run a hardware store she needed to make it herself. She needed to find herself and find the answers as to why her dad had left. The last thing Lily needed was to fall in love with a local cowboy, let alone her new best friend’s brother.
Jake was the local ranch owner. Hot, steamy, and a bad idea. Jake had a bad reputation with the ladies and her best friend’s brother. But Jake might actually have the answers to some of her questions about her dad. Jake’s past will come back to haunt him causing Lily to run.
This was a great read. I truly enjoyed this read. The big city girl falls for the country cowboy, what better storyline! I can’t wait to read the next book in this set!

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After She Became a Lady by Wareeze Woodson – Review By Ashley Lape

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After She Became a LadyAfter She Became a Lady by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have come to love reading books from this era and was happy to find a new author to enjoy. This book was well-written and has a way of holding the reader’s attention. An easy read, wonderfully written and has mostly wonderful characters. Laurel is a young lady just coming into her womanhood when she fell in love with Viscount Laurenson. They are quick to marry due to her husband leaving for war in Spain leaving Laurel to deal with Robert’s twin sister Rhonda. Laurel is left at Landings, a brand new inexperienced bride, and at the mercy of Robert’s twin sister, Rhonda, a jealous, spoilt, spiteful woman. Rhonda has been in charge of the Laningham household for so long that it is hard for her to give up the reins to the household. When Laurel figures out that she is with child the jealousy becomes worse from Rhonda.
This love story with a twist of mystery is absolutely a must-read if you enjoy period time books. I can’t wait to dive into more books from this author.

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Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Ashley Lape

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Degrees of Innocence (Prestian Series, #1)Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Katarina is too focused on her career and has no time for a romantic life, even one that ignites her darkest desires. With a dreamy romantic location for her next work retreat, she might find herself not in control of her own destiny. Katarina is faced with saving a man’s life and a hot man who steps in to help her. Chase walks into the bar to hear the commotion of someone giving a man CPR. He goes to offer his help when he finds an attractive woman who is performing CPR. Chase and Katarina become pretty inseparable but Chase happens to be the CEO of the big company that will be working with Katarina on the new project. Katarina has no clue how much her falling in love with Chase will really change her life.
This is the first book I have read by this author but it won’t be the last book. I can’t wait to continue reading this series.

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Ashley Lape

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Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this series and when I found out that this was a book from the point of view of the ladies of the mafia I could not be more thrilled. I loved reading the backstories of The Five Families Princesses Liliana, Emiliana, Sofia, and Eva, along with Marissa’s death. This prequel really gives a different point of view about the struggle of the women of the mafia and that they are not invisible to the danger they are born into. I genuinely wish it was longer but I have high hopes that this is not the end for this fiery bunch of women. PLEASE keep the stories coming!!

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Divided Lives by K.R. Mullins – Review by Ashley Lape

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Divided LivesDivided Lives by K.R. Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This historical fiction gem takes place in Greenwich Village in 1912 when times were much more conservative. The book follows Lottie a young legal clerk for Justice Goff of the Manhattan Municipal Court but her radical extended family and her sexual explorations have led to blackmail to purposefully influence her actions. Legal clerk by day and bohemian lifestyle by night. When a very high-profile case lands on Justice Goff’s docket Lottie doesn’t know if she can stand by and watch injustice being played out in the courtroom. The trial involves a local police officer named Charles Becker. Becker was the first police detective indite for murder and corruption at the turn of the century in lower Manhattan, an area notorious for graft and exploitation. At the same time, Lottie’s lover goes missing and she begins to receive blackmail threats that involve the trial and Rose.
I really enjoyed reading this historical fiction book. It’s not too often this genre of books can keep my interest but the authors use flashbacks to complete the backstory details of the main character.

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Defying Ella (True Platinum Series Book 4) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Ashley Lape

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Defying EllaDefying Ella by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author and the first one of this series. I was unaware that it was part of a series but the cover had me intrigued to read it. This book was really great!
Rockstar Jared blew into Ella’s life out of nowhere. Jared was the bad-boy rebel who didn’t let people get too close to him. He has anxiety, is grumpy, and would rather jump from bed to bed than let himself get close to his heart. Jared and Ella shared a week of pure magic getting to know each other. But Jared rolled out of Ella’s life as fast as he entered. Ella doesn’t want to like Jared because he’s a jerk to her, but her heart says otherwise. When they ended up on the same tour bus together it was going to be hell.
When Ella gets the chance to put miles between them she can’t leave fast enough. When she gets to the cabin in the middle of nowhere Ella can finally relax after months of tension. When the door flies open Ella can’t believe her eyes!! JARED!! The two end up being snowed in with no rescue in sight. This could either go very well or horribly wrong.

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Mafia Elite Series Box Set Volume 2 by Amy McKinley – Review by Ashley Lape

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Mafia Elite Box Set: Volume TwoMafia Elite Box Set: Volume Two by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are into Mafia thrillers, this book is for you! When I picked up this book, I was unaware that it was part of a series, but the author gave enough background that this book can be read as a stand-alone book. The series of books follow The Five Families of Chicago’s mafia. Each book follows a different member from the Capo to the lowest man in the family. Each book picks up where the last one left off just following the next person’s story. The author’s attention to detail in connecting each book, yet each book centering on different family members, keeps me coming back for the next book. I would not suggest reading this or any of the books in this series as a standalone because each book adds to the bigger picture and will have you hooked on the edge of your seat I am a new fan of these thrilling, on-the-edge-of-your-seat mafia books!
This series has become one of my favorite Mafia series. The author gets you hooked from the first chapter. A must-read series and a must-read author!! I have a feeling this is not the end of the storyline!!

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A Love Restrained by Becky Flade – Review by Ashley Lape

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A Love Restrained (Philly Heat series, #1)A Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

All I can say is WOW! When I started reading this book I thought it was a romance novel but as I made it further into the book I could tell it was much more! This book started as romantic suspense to a new high with fast-paced, action-packed twists and turns. The book follows two main characters, Kylee and Jayson. They come from two very different ways of life. Jayson is from an abusive alcoholic low income family. At the same time, Kylee comes from a large supportive family.
Kylee and Jayson finally stop fighting the physical and emotional attraction they have had all these years for one another things start to become more complicated. When Kylee gets jumped because of her job as a police officer and Jayson is about to blow his cover as a DEA agent he must leave Kylee alone in the hospital recovering from a horrific attack that left her almost dead.
I love that the author jumped to the future in the story to continue the story at a turning point! I can’t wait to read more from this author!!

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Hard Lover (Houston After Dark Book 2) by Deborah Garland – Review by Ashley Lape

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Hard Lover (Houston After Dark #2)Hard Lover by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Omg!! This was the first book I have read by this author and let me tell you if you are looking for a steamy series this is the one for you!! I could not put the book down. This is the second book in the series but you can read it as a stand-alone. With that being said I am going back to read the first book to the series.
Callie and Grant haven’t had the best childhood but when it came right down to it Grant stepped up to take plate to take care of his little sister Callie. When the opportunity came for Grant to open his own PI business with a silent partner funding the company.
Callie and her friends decide to have a little fun at the local adult club Callie had no idea she would end up seeing the man who has occupied her dreams for the last six years. When Noah locks eyes with Callie he can’t take his eyes off her. He knows he should turn away from his best friend’s little sister but he can’t help it! He finds it very hot that she is enjoying herself while watching him enjoy himself. But could this mean she has the hots for him?
When Callie gets attacked on campus and Grant finally is getting to take his honeymoon, can he trust his best friend Noah to keep her safe while resisting the temptation that has been growing between them for six years?
I can not rave about this book enough!! It was absolutely phenomenal.

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The Letter Carrier by L.C. Lewis – Review by Ashley Lape

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The Letter CarrierThe Letter Carrier by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When I decided to read this book, I was unaware that it was based on a true story. Learning that it was based on a true story made it more inspiring and impactful. When I read the description of the book what drew me in was that it was a different point of view during WWII. I love reading about WWII and Nazi Germany, and this book checked all those boxes. The author’s writing and descriptions provided me with a clear view of what it was like for Michelle and her family living in their home while it was occupied by the German soldiers during World War II and having to tiptoe around to keep many secrets hidden from the Nazis. It is unfortunate to learn that Michelle Naget had to learn many life lessons many years before she should have. The loss of her oldest brother to the war, her next oldest brother being shot, and constantly having to be worried she might become the object of a German soldier. This book is absolutely a must-read book.

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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Ashley Lape

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Rivals (Mafia Elite, #7)Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Where do I even begin? This author has amazing talent! She gets you hooked from the very first book in the Mafia Elite series and keeps you wanting more!! As each book has come out in this series each storyline gets better and better. I can’t wait to read what is next to come!
In this book, we dive into Nico’s story. He is quiet, calculated, and never thought he could settle down like the rest of his Mafia family. When Mia Tucci tracks him down on an island only his family knows he’s at and holds a gun to his chest, it makes him very intrigued as to what she wants. She was the enemy but as they say, keep your friends close and your enemies even closer. Mia is in trouble with her evil father and stepbrother. Will Nico, the Five Families, and the Chicago Mafia help Mia end the rein of her sadistic, pour evil family all while putting a stop to the sex trafficking business that harmed one of the Chicago Mafia members?
This book is amazing and I loved how action-packed the storyline was. It also made me sad because it was the closing book to the Mafia Elite series. BUT now we still get to learn about the NY division of the Mafia!! I can’t wait to see what happens next!!

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Enchanted in Time by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Ashley Lape

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Enchanted in TimeEnchanted in Time by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When Roxanne applied to work as a caregiver for Claudette she never thought it would be a life-changing opportunity. Claudette is best known as bestselling author Claudette Grayson. Roxanne does not have much time to get to know Claudette but they formed a bond that would not be broken even after Claudette passes. Shortly after Roxanne agrees to help finish Claudette’s latest book, strange things start to happen to make Roxanne question her sanity. When the “fictitious” world starts to collide with what Roxanne believes is the real world anything is bound to happen. Once Roxanne explains to Claudette what has been happening, Claudette asks Roxanne to help save Phillip. Little did Roxanne know that it would send her into a totally different universe.
This is my first book by the author and I am a new reader of time-travel/alternate universe. This book kept me engaged and eager to keep reading. I enjoyed the growth of all of the characters as well as the progression of the plot.

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Ritual Obsession (Blood Obsession Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Ashley Lape

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Ritual Obsession (Blood Obsession Book 1)Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

OMG!! This book had me hook, and line, and totally obsessed with finishing it!! Roberta “Bobbi” Wallace was a debutant from a very wealthy upbringing. When her husband dies Bobbie is dared into making something of her life, other than a social light. When Bobbie announced she was joining NYPD no one close to her took her seriously, not even her parents. After a few years on the job, Bobbie is transferred to the 10th precinct and paired with the hardest detective there. The first case that Bobbie is assigned is a serial killer case. High-end escorts are ending up in bathtubs dead with no trace of evidence. The issue is they all have the same look to them. The even bigger issue is the escorts all look very similar to Bobbie.
While navigating the new position of detective, still getting over the death of her husband, the serial killer case, Bobbie’s childhood boyfriend thinks that he is entitled to her. While Bobbie is not looking to make her life more complicated or put her job on the line, she ends up getting close to Max, another detective in her unit.
While there are a lot of different things going on in this book, everything ties together. The author will have you sitting on the edge of your seat, there are some heavy emotional twists that could be a trigger. I can not wait to read the next book in the series to see what happens to the serial killer, Bobbie and if Max can keep his promise to Bobbies parents!

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Love in the Roses (Love Through the Ages Book 1) by TL Clark – Review by Ashley Lape

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Love in the RosesLove in the Roses by T.L. Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Set in 1484, this book is a tale of a knight’s daughter growing up, falling in love, and running her own household. When Lady Everett learned of her daughter’s upcoming marriage to Sir William, it was her duty to teach Isabel how to be a proper wife. Also, most of the lessons could not be taught but had to be learned firsthand. Although at first Isabel was fearful of marrying the enemy, she quickly is shown that she might have judged her new husband too quickly. The marriage, their alliance, and their bond as husband and wife become tested. But Lady Ward takes her mother’s wedding advice to heart, “Being a woman does have its benefits. You sit and observe, unnoticed by others.” These words will save her life and allow her information to protect her marriage.
This was a great book. It allowed a look into the way life was for a knight and his wife in England in 1484. I can’t wait to read more from the author.

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Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail Order Bride by Debra Parmley – Review by Ashley Lape

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Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail-Order Brides SeriesIsabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail-Order Brides Series by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A new immigrant from Sweden, Isabella arrives at Ellis Island only to be separated from her parents. When her parents became ill they were forced into isolation at Ellis Island. Little did Isabella know, that she would be permanently separated because her parents ended up dying while in isolation. New land, new language, new everything all but America has only brought Isabella sadness. Settling down in Massachusetts, Isabella finds a job working in a factory but that is also short-lived, the building burned down two weeks after she started. Deciding to join her friends in becoming a mail-order bride, she starts to write to a man named Donald Jenks. Things move rather quickly and within a short time, Isabella finds herself on a train to Yellow Springs, Ohio. The train ride was not a safe one for a young solo traveler like Isabella but as you can guess the twists and turns of Isabella’s story only have just begun on her train ride from Massachusetts to Ohio.
I really enjoy mail-order bride stories, especially ones that take place in the early years of America. This was a great book, kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. Definitely recommend this book!!

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

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PremeditatedPremeditated by Susanna Haymond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I read the description it was not my typical read but wanted to give it a try and I am happy I did. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I really enjoyed the storyline. If you like thrillers and unpredictable plot twists this book is for you. You will not be able to put this down while trying to figure out who is behind the drug overdoses.
Grant and Josh are DEA agents tasked with piecing together a string of overdoses involving the very people fighting to stop overdoses. Anne, who is attempting to rid the streets of drugs gets entangled with the very drug she is trying to get off the streets. When it becomes personal for Grant he will do everything to put the mastermind behind bars.
If thrillers, crime, and on-the-edge-of-your-seat books are your thing this book is for you! I can’t wait to pick up the next book by this author.

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Finding Starlight (Quimby Grove Book 1) by Shannon Nikole – Review by Ashley Lape

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Finding Starlight (Quimby Grove #1)Finding Starlight by Shannon Nikole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I can’t believe this is a debut book for this author!! The characters, the writing, and the details had me hooked from page one. I want to go find my own Quimby Grove, Starlight, and even Beckett. The small-town charm of Quimby Grove made me feel like I was in the middle of a Hallmark movie with a twist of mystery. This book was amazing!!
Ellawyn is running away from her former life in Maine, everything she grew up with. But she must do this to protect herself. Settling in the small town of Quimby Grove, Ellawyn finds herself drawn to Starlight bookstore and even the owner Benji. Keeping to herself, Ellawyn spends all day at the bookstore just trying to keep herself safe. Benji calls upon his grandson for help when things take a turn for the worse.
Benji is the only family Beckett has so when Benji needed him it was a no-brainer to head back to Quimby to help take care of him and the bookstore. What Beckett never had in mind was meeting Ellawyn. It was hard at first since she was not quick to open up but Beckett was there for the long haul to take care of Benji so he was patient.
This book definitely has a dark turn of events but it will have you on the edge of your seat, laughing, biting your nails in suspense, and even crying!! Can’t wait to see what came next for this talented author.

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Victoriously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 4) by Anise Storm – Review by Ashley Lape

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Unlikely to Tell (A Parker Lake Novel Book 4)Unlikely to Tell by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read the rest of the books in the Parker Lake set and just like the rest, this book did not disappoint. The author does a great job of continuing the stories of each of the characters meanwhile focusing on the main couple. Karen is quiet and keeps to herself high school math teacher. Karen has one close friend and that is Breckin, on the occasion Karen will venture out to hang out with Breckins group of girlfriends. She needs to stay under the radar because no one knows her story. That is the case until Brody Cooper decides to come back home for a visit. Brody has not been home in a few years because he’s been so busy at work. Broody was not sure how long his boss would extend his visit. Only in town a few days when Broody heads over to Swansons to pick up groceries and he runs into Karen. It was not a good first impression on Broody’s part. Not realizing Brooy was Breckin’s brother Karen rambles to Breckin about the horrible interaction.
I really love this series of books. To watch Karen from book one and then finally get to learn her story is great. It was definitely a treat to watch Broody and Karen’s relationship blossom.

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Unlikely to Tell (A Parker Lake Novel Book 4) by Olivia Sherwood – Reviewed by Ashley Lape

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Unlikely to Tell (A Parker Lake Novel Book 4)Unlikely to Tell by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read the rest of the books in the Parker Lake set and just like the rest, this book did not disappoint. The author does a great job of continuing the stories of each of the characters meanwhile focusing on the main couple. Karen is quiet and keeps to herself high school math teacher. Karen has one close friend and that is Breckin, on the occasion Karen will venture out to hang out with Breckins group of girlfriends. She needs to stay under the radar because no one knows her story. That is the case until Brody Cooper decides to come back home for a visit. Brody has not been home in a few years because he’s been so busy at work. Broody was not sure how long his boss would extend his visit. Only in town a few days when Broody heads over to Swansons to pick up groceries and he runs into Karen. It was not a good first impression on Broody’s part. Not realizing Brooy was Breckin’s brother Karen rambles to Breckin about the horrible interaction.
I really love this series of books. To watch Karen from book one and then finally get to learn her story is great. It was definitely a treat to watch Broody and Karen’s relationship blossom.

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Squid (Moto X Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Ashley Lape

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Squid (Moto X Book 5)Squid by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

For the past seven years, Levi has not had a care in the world and gave up his dream job all because his heart was shattered. Levi has everything women want. All the money he wants at the tips of his finger, sexy body, the life of the party every weekend and he has his pick of any woman he wants. Or so he thought! The night he was turned down for the first time ever would be the very same night his whole entire life would change.
Kindle is a drop-dead gorgeous bad a**. Quick-witted with her sassy remarks and hidden under her leather jacket is one fierce lawyer. She has all her ducks in a row, great job on her way to making partner with the law firm, a cozy house with a crazy roommate, Kindle has it all. At least until Levi comes barging into her life.
This is the first book I have read in the series but I was able to follow along rather quickly. It was a great fast-paced page-turner. I can’t wait to read the other books in the series.

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Collateral Damage (Mafia Elite Series Book 6) by Amy McKinley – Review by Ashley Lape

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Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite Book 6)Collateral Damage: A Second Chance Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a series I can’t seem to put down. This is the third book from Amy McKinley that I have read, and not in order. This makes it a bit more difficult but the story lines are very easy to follow. I definitely plan to read all the other books in this series.
Hailey, the girl on the outside seems to have it all but when she gets kidnapped by a ski masked man her life doesn’t look so perfect.
Trey, a member of the Five Families and a steamy surgeon, can’t bring himself to think about having a relationship. When Hailey gets kidnapped her step dad hires Trey to find her. But little did Hailey and Trey realize that they would be more than captor and captee.

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The Cruiser (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 1) by Rowan Rossler – Review by Ashley Lape

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The Cruiser (The Hustlers Trilogy, #1)The Cruiser by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vandana thought her life was pretty close to perfect. Gorgeous Hollywood husband, a dream job of making a ton of money, and even a fabulous home, so what could go wrong? In one conversation with her husband, Vandana’s world shattered. She does not have time to process what her life has become because she now has to deal with a high-dollar, high-demanding client. Morgan de Rohan-Chabot does not need to have a Public Relations watching his every move but when he lays eyes on Vandana, Morgan wouldn’t mind having the beauty by his side. But Morgan will be in for more than he bargained for when he propositions Vandana to follow him to Monico and help with the yacht shows.
This is the first book I have read by Rowan Rossler and the first book in the Hustlers trilogy. I could not put the book down. There was a constant need to keep reading the next page or 20 lol. I can not wait for the next book in the trilogy to come out!!

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Everwood Plantation by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Ashley Lape

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Everwood County Plantation: BWWM Enemies-to-Lovers Billionaire RomanceEverwood County Plantation: BWWM Enemies-to-Lovers Billionaire Romance by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book that I have read from this author and just like the first one, this one did not disappoint either. The author did a great job at keeping me hooked page after page. I like the fact that it was a shorter story that I was able to read in one afternoon. Can’t wait to read more from this author!!
Zenni has to leave her life in Chicago for a while to fight for the plantation her ancestors lived in and dies as slaves. She also has to try to rebuild her grandparent’s house too. There are two things in her way and stopping her progress… government grants and Colton Sage. Although Zenni and Colton have an instant physical attraction, Zenni refuses to fall for his advances because in her eyes he is the enemy trying to erase her history. Colton may be the richest man of his time but that is all he has in his life at the moment. He wants to tear down the plantation and put up condos. Falling for Zenni was never what he had planned.

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by ASHLEY LAPE

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

Really a wrong side of the tracks meets a real true prince charming. Regan is from the south side of Boston working in the run-down diner when the hotshot rich developers stop in for lunch. Regan is fresh off the high school graduation stage just trying to stay out of trouble while making a buck. Jeremy’s family has bought up property on the south side of Boston right across from this little diner. Jeremy and Regan hit it off and the chemistry between the two is H.O.T!! But can two people from different social classes really make it work? Or will the evil truths of social differences keep them apart? The truth will eventually set them free.
This is the first book that I have read from this author and I could not put it down. This book was a real page-turner. Most definitely a MUST read!! I can not wait to read more from this author!!

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by ASHLEY LAPE

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Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Titans series. I am totally invested in this series. I love how each book is intertwined with the next. The author’s attention to detail when it comes to connecting each book, yet each book centers on a different member of the Titan click. This is what keeps me coming back for the next book. I will say that this book, I felt, did concentrate more on the build-up to the relationship than the actual relationship. This was the steamiest and hottest of the books.
Rhyann is a strong woman who is following her dream of dancing professionally. She leaves her slower pace life in Kanase for the busy streets of Manhatten where she will be enrolled in one of the best dance schools. Rhyann is in for a hard awakening when she realizes she can afford her dream unless she starts making money. The one night she decides to step out of her comfort zone and let lose will be the night that changes her life forever. Some good and some not so good will come from that night. The owner of a few adult nightclubs in various states, Mason makes the rule to never get involved with one of his dancers. He could have any female and has had his share of hookups but the one night he walks into Vault he has no clue who that gorgeous female is that is hanging out with Allie Porter. He’s never seen her before. Little did Mason know that was going to be the night his world would be flipped upside down.
Great book, love the author and can’t wait for the next book in the series.

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by ASHLEY LAPE

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Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite, #5)Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am totally invested in this series. I love how each book is intertwined into the next. The author’s attention to detail when it comes to connecting each book, yet each book centering on different members of the families is what keeps me coming back for the next book. I would not suggest reading this or any of the books in this series as a standalone because each book adds to the bigger picture.
In this book, we meet two new characters who are new to the mafia lifestyle. Summer, has bad taste in not only best friends but boyfriends too. Lauralee is Summers’s best friend in Georgia but when Lauralee comes up with a plan to blackmail her New York Mafia boyfriend it sends Summer running for her life and Lauralee dead. When Summer gets confirmation that Lauralee is, in fact, dead, she finds herself in an upscale bar drowning in liquor. This is when Summer meets Luc, has a wild night of adult fun. It’s not until she arrives late for work that Summer realizes the man she has a one-night stand is her new boss! Running from the New York Mafia Summer finds herself now intertwined in the Chicago Mafia.
I love the fast pace of this book and how you feel the shift in the relationship between Luc and Summer. I can’t wait to see this series continue!! Keep them coming!!

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Unlikely to Stay (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Ashley Lape

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Unlikely to Stay (A Parker Lake Novel Book 3)Unlikely to Stay by Ashlie Knapp
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Parker Lake series does not disappoint. The author does a great job of not only developing the main couple of the story but every character in the series. I love how each of the books in the series is a continuation of the previous book. This book follows Colleen, the third friend in the trio and the only single one now. Colleen is a business owner of a local hair salon that keeps the older females of Parker Lake. Brant thinks that Colleen hated him since she always avoided him. Brant even drives to Lakeview to avoid getting a haircut from CC. When Annie and Breckin come up with the idea to hold a bachelor auction to raise money for Colleen to open a gym, she ends up winning a date with the hottie nurse practitioner Brant. The chemistry between these two is amazing and you can pick that up through every page of this book. I can’t wait to see where this series expands to.

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