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Ride For Me (The North Shore Crew Book 1) by Vi Summers – Review by Angela Hayes

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Ride For Me (North Shore Crew Series, Book 1)Ride For Me by Vi Summers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Ride For Me is the first book in the North Shore Crew series by Vi Summers. This is the first book that I have read by Ms. Summers, so I was interested to see what she could do. It is a romantic suspense, with second chances, chemistry, steam, drama, danger, and a big dose of emotion.
I really felt for the characters and found myself rooting for them the whole way through. I was definitely invested in them and the outcome of their story. The heartache and emotion were palpable- Ms. Summers certainly knows how to tug on your heartstrings- while weaving a suspenseful tale.
If this first book is anything to go by, the rest of the series is set to be fantastic. Looking forward to book #2!

Thank you, Vi Summers!

 

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DATING THE INTERN by Natalina Reis – Review by Angela Hayes

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Dating the InternDating the Intern by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

Dating the Intern by Natalina Reis is a fun RomCom with an age gap element, humour, romance, emotion, and just enough drama to keep things interesting. I always enjoy Ms. Reis’s stories, and this was a particularly fun read. The story is fairly light-hearted and sweet- which proved to be a great palate-cleanser for me after quite a few ‘heavier’ and ‘darker’ reads.
A single matchmaker, a fake relationship, an age gap, wonderful characters, and plenty of giggles makes for a really fun read!

Thank you, Natalina Reis!

 

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Effacement by Hieronymus Hawkes – Review by Angela Hayes

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EffacementEffacement by Hieronymus Hawkes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Effacement by Hieronymus Hawke is a very intriguing and thought-provoking story- a bit of a techno thriller with dystopian, sci-fi, and cyberpunk elements that gave this story a bit of an edge.
It has a futuristic feel- but it’s not so far removed from our ‘reality’ in so far that it had me believing that we could well be headed in this direction ourselves. It certainly gave me pause for thought- which added a few ‘chills’ to the story along the way.
Society has embraced technology to the point that everyone has a ‘neurchip’ implant that interfaces with every aspect of people’s lives. A person’s daily life can’t operate fully without one. From recording lifelogs, banking, purchases, and healthcare, to simply catching a cab- the neurochip facilitates it all. But when a series of deaths are linked to the neurochips, it places the company responsible for revolutionising the world with the neurochip, firmly in the spotlight. Cole Westbay, the leading scientist in the chip’s development is assigned the investigation to clear the company’s name. A task that becomes that much harder when he is attacked and his own neurochip is destroyed. What happens makes for a captivating read!
There is a lot going on in the story, but the author choreographs all the elements quite cleverly. There are times, though, that the story gets a bit ‘wordy’ which disrupted the flow a little for me- but that was a minor issue and didn’t detract from my overall enjoyment of the book.
Looking forward to exploring more of Hieronymus Hawkes’ work…

Thank you, Hieronymus Hawkes!

 

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Written in the Stars (Mothers and Daughters Collection) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Angela Hayes

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Written in the StarsWritten in the Stars by Angela Christina Archer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Written In the Stars: a heart-warming and gripping story about adoption and finding birth parents is the second book in the Mothers and Daughters Collection by Angela Christina Archer. It is, as the title suggests, a touching story about adoption, family, belonging, and finding birth parents.
As expected from Ms. Archer, the story was well-written, moving, and compelling. It didn’t take long before I was fully invested in the story- and before I knew it I had finished.
Wonderful women’s fiction!

Thank you, Angela Christina Archer!

 

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The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven Book 2) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven, #2)The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The Girl and the Gargoyle is the second book in The Girl and the Raven series by Pauline Gruber. As this is the second book in the series, and continues the story we started in Book One, I highly recommend reading the first book before embarking on this one. As with the first book, this is a very original YA paranormal story- with witches, gargoyles, demons, magic, good vs evil, danger, hidden agendas, romance, choices, friendship, alliances, and challenges- all wrapped up in a complex and multi-layered plot.
After reading the first book there was no question that I would be diving into this one as soon as it hit my Kindle. I was curious to see where the story would lead- and I am happy to say that it didn’t disappoint!
Bring on Book #3!

Thank you, Pauline Gruber!

 

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Hold Me Forever ( Heron Harbor Book 3 ) by Lea Nolan – Review by Carla Clemmons

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Hold Me ForeverHold Me Forever by Lea Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my heart! This love story was such a great read! I feel my review won’t do it justice. This story between Lark and Hunter is very close to home for me. This is one of those stories you fall in love with and can’t put down. I love the way the author writes their story.I want to say so much more but don’t want to risk any spoilers! I will be reading all of the other books in this series very very soon!

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Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles Book 1) by Chynna Pace – Review by Stephanie Colley

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Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles #1)Sweet Nightmares by Chynna Pace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Such a good read. For the first book of this series it was jam packed with action, drama and all the magical elements you would expect with nightmares! It was worth every minute I spent reading! I can’t wait to start the next book!

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Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Angela Hayes

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Hanging Softly in The Night: A Detective Nick Larson NovelHanging Softly in The Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra is an engrossing crime thriller with plenty of mystery, suspense, danger, drama, tension, emotion, and investigation. This is a multi-layered story- with a tightly woven plot that pulled me in and had me trying to piece everything together as the plot unfolded.
This is my first read from Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra, so I really didn’t know what to expect going in- but I love a great thriller/mystery and I really didn’t need to be coaxed to snap up a copy to explore. I am happy to say that this has given me a taste for her work, and I will definitely be reading more from this author again.
Gripping. Fast paced. Intriguing. Great characters. Well worth the read!

Thank you, Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra!

 

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HOLD ME FOREVER (HERON HARBOR Book 3) by LEA NOLAN – Review by Michelle Austin

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Hold Me ForeverHold Me Forever by Lea Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a fun 5 star read, I was pulled in right from the beginning.

Lark is returning back home for her sister’s wedding in her RV. She is trying to figure out just how to avoid Hunter for a week until the wedding. But fate has other plans and she ends up seeing him sooner rather than later.

Hunter didn’t expect to see Lark as soon as he did, when he saw the RV on the side of the road he had a feeling it was her. He ends up helping Lark and old feelings come rushing back.
When Lark’s sister asks them for a favor they agree to help her. Will these two finally find their way back to each other? Or will secrets keep them apart?

Overall I really enjoyed this second chance romance. I loved her nickname for her RV, what a life to live. All of the characters added a great element to the story, there was one that I didn’t care so much for you you will find out pretty quickly who that is. The author does a great job with her writing and I can’t wait to read more from her and this series. 1-click and get started today.

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BOY RELEASED (BOY SERIES BOOK 2) by JD Spero – Review by Jo Frizzell

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Boy ReleasedBoy Released by J.D. Spero
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was fabulous! Revisiting these characters after ten years of their normal lives was inspired. Their relationships are so genuine and it’s clear that each relationship matters to each of them. Hen, on the cusp of adulthood, facing such challenging struggles and still rising to meet them is an inspiration to everyone. Family is so central in this book, and it’s just so gritty but also intimate in a way that captures reality at its most difficult.

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Journeys Through TimeSpace (Journeys Through Book 2) by James Talisman – Review by Ashley Westerman

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Journeys Through TimeSpaceJourneys Through TimeSpace by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed Journeys Through Timespace as much as I enjoyed book 1. This being not my typical genre, I was worried going outside of my comfort zone. I’m still glad I did. I really enjoy the back stories of the characters; it helps you understand and feel like you personally know them. The way the Journeys Through series is written is unique. I don’t think I have read anything quite like this. There are still a lot of characters, but James Talisman makes it easy to keep who is who straight. I love how book 2 advances the story of the characters. I’m excited for the rest of the series to be released.

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Fury of Conviction by Coreene Callahan – Review by Michelle Collier

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Fury of Conviction (Dragonfury Short Story Collection, #2)Fury of Conviction by Coreene Callahan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fury of Conviction is the 2nd book in the Dragonfury Series. I haven’t read the first book but it didn’t seem to matter because I really enjoyed this book. The explosive connection between Hamersveld and Natalie is palpable. I now need to go read the first one. I need more of this world where dragons exist among us!

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Rachel Moss

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His TrailJake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a cute read! I really enjoyed when Jake went to daycare, and this book was just as fun! I tried reading it to my infant daughter but she was more interested in our puppy than she was the fictional one. I thought this book was cute, sweet, engaging and so fun for children. I really love the extra stuff at the end, the activities for parent to do with their children and the guides for fear and worries in children. I think this is a great book for parents to buy for their children of all ages!

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares his Trail by Samantha Shannon – Review by Ashley Westerman

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His TrailJake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved reading this! My kids loved it even more. They’ve asked me to read it to them over and over. Jake and the Growling Dog Shares His Trail is a wonderful story of overcoming your fears and how to be kind. I love how it’s educational in a way that kids will understand. Jake and the Growling Dog Shares His Trail allow conversations to begin and questions to be asked by my kids. It also helps me answer some questions and give examples on how to behave, using Jake as an example. What Would Jake Do?

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FURY OF CONVICTION (The Dragonfury Series Book 2) by Coreene Callahan – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Fury of Conviction (Dragonfury Short Story Collection, #2)Fury of Conviction by Coreene Callahan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent Paranormal Romance and Author Coreene Callahan is new to me. Hamersveld is torn between duty and a girl whom he falls for, Natalie. Natalie is kidnapped and taken against her will. Natalie and her friend Kasi try and escape where they are being held captive and I was totally at the edge of my seat. Once Hamersveld and his crew caught up to them, Natalie feels this pull toward Hamersveld. Will Hamersveld truly save Natalie from the Razorback Pack? Love the Dragon Shifter fantasy aspect in this book. Looking forward to continuing this series!!

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Carly Vogler

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His TrailJake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail is an adorable children’s tale by Samantha Shannon.

One of the greatest things about the Jake the Growling Dog series, is that it always has some sort of lesson to be learned in the story. This particular tale teaches us that it’s ok for people to be different. When the Jake finds prints that are different than his, he is fearful. When the prints turn out to be another dog with a disability, Jake feels silly.

All of the Jake the Growling Dog books also include questions and activities at the end. This is a great, light hearted read about series issues a kid can face in school, day care, or just in general when out with mom and dad. I think these stories really open up the door for conversations about real life obstacles and feelings.

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Forbidden Mate (The Shadows Chronicles Book 2) by CR Robertson–Reviewed by Jerricka Brown

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Forbidden MateForbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved it. Book 2 was amazing. I was drawn back into this amazing story with these awesome characters. I am obsessed with Robertson now. This was a great paranormal romance adventure. I couldn’t put it down. It is filled with so much action and emotion. It was a great way to continue the first book. I can’t wait for the next installment in this series.

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Forbidden Mate (The Shadow Chronicles Book 2) by CR Robertson – Review by Tamisha Janay

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Forbidden MateForbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

THIS SERIES! Just when I thought I couldn’t be more enthralled, CR Robertson went and did it again! The love story between Tasha and Levi is incredible and I love every bit of their relationship together. This story adds more insight to what has been happening with the Hellspawn and creates a whole new set of problems that the couple (and the rest of the new clan) will have to figure out and deal with. I thought that I loved the first installment of this series, but this book has quickly claimed that spot. I am on the edge of my seat waiting for more. The whole story is amazing and the ending leaves you wanting so much more! Keep it up, CR! I cannot wait to see what’s next.

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His TrailJake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This short children’s book was so good, I love the story line of making friends and learning to be friends. How not to be scared. The illustrations in the book were just amazing. I really enjoyed the little activities and information that was in the book about children being scared and what to do, as an early learning childhood educator this really made the book even better. Learning these things with your child is something that can help then with everything in life. An all-around great children’s book.

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HER DARK LOVE (DARK SPELL SERIES Book 4) by ISRA SRAVENHEART – Review by Betsy Melano

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Her Dark Love (Dark Spell #4)Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Her Dark Love by Isra Sravenheart is the newest installment in the Dark Spell Series. I love that this book takes us back to when Isra, a young witch, just starting to study at Wingdom’s Academy of Ancient Magic’s. At seventeen, Isra has always known she was different from her family and is excited to be learning all about witchcraft. As a young woman who believes in the good of the world, we see how things start to change for Isra making her turn towards dark magic. This, the fourth book in the series, is a wonderful addition to this series! So glad to be able to read about young Isra. It really helps to understand Isla and sheds light on the whole story. I can’t wait for the next book in the series!

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Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Series Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven, #4)Cursed Touch by A.J. Renee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cursed Touch by AJ Renee is the fourth book in the Broderick Coven book series. What happens when you mix a man who can heal and a woman rushed to the ER? I really enjoyed the characters of Carter and Vanessa. She is insightful and smart while also being creative and talented. Carter is caring and has found how to use his talents to benefit the most amount of people. This story was one of my favorites in the series. I hope there are more books coming soon to read and I will have to keep an eye out for more from this author.

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The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven Book 2) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven, #2)The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series just keeps getting better. Lucy has her father, Jude, wanting to come in and meet her uncles. Marcus, her boyfriend, isn’t happy about that (oh yeah, he and Jude don’t like each other). Dylan, her friend and new demon (thanks to Jude), is suffering from new powers and has to do trainings along with Lucy. Oh yeah,[and nothing is ever as it seems. Marcus’s parents appear on the scene. There are also signs of a love triangle. This action-packed book has thrills, mystery, suspense, and drama for the YA (and even us oldies that love the genre). The characters are funny, full of anfst, charming and a little creepy. The humans have quirks and the paranormal have unique charm. They all mesh together to make a really powerful book that brings out that sometimes you have to compromise. And in the end, keep your enemies closer. Highly Recommend.

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Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Series Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Cindy Rushin

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Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven, #4)Cursed Touch by A.J. Renee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cursed Touch by AJ Renee was a really good book. The book included it all, witches, dem, werewolves, drama, and love. Being included in Vanessa and Carter’s journey to finding love was a fun ride. AJ Renee created a vibrant world and I enjoyed being able to be a part of it. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven Series Book 3) by AJ Renee – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven, #3)Cursed Whispers by A.J. Renee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cursed Whispers by AJ Renee is the third book in the Broderick Coven book series. This can be read as a standalone or as part of the series. The story focuses on a vet who finds an injured wolf who is actually a beautiful werewolf. Will he be able to keep her safe and nurse her back to health? I enjoy this series because where the stories could go into super obvious tropes the author throws nice twists to the story. I really liked the werewolf aspect of the story. The characters are great and I like how they interact with each other. I look forward to reading more in this series soon and reading more from this author.

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky

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Jake the Growling Dog Shares His TrailJake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jake the growling dog shares his trail is a wonderful children’s book about overcoming fears and accepting the differences of some people. I love the way Jake overcomes his fear and makes a new friend along the way. He’s fun and energetic and is such a great book for kids. It teaches you about differences and how it doesn’t change who you are or what you can do. If you have kids I recommend this book to read to them.

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Forbidden Mate (The Shadow Chronicles Book 2) by CR Robertson – Review by Jennifer Reimer

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Forbidden MateForbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great book by C.R. Robertson. Another great read of a story of two people that were forbidden to be together and the way that they fight to be together. Will all the twists and turns you never know what the next page will have, it’s a real page turner. It’s a very fast-paced, complex, action packed, paranormal romance, that will have you wanting more. This incredible story with its vampires, Lycans, hell spawn, witches, all in one story is incredible how she weaves it all together for this incredible story. The battle scene and the sizzling encounters are so amazing it kept me wanting more. This Is a must read and can’t wait for the next one.

Reviewed by @Jennifer334

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Cursed Sight (Broderick Coven Series Book 2) by AJ Renee – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Cursed Sight (Broderick Coven, #2)Cursed Sight by A.J. Renee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cursed Sight by AJ Renee is the second book in the Broderick Coven book series. This can be read as a standalone and completely enjoyed. The story focuses on Ethan who finds out he comes from a long line of powerful witches. Will he come into his power? As he turns to the local coven leader Sabrina Bishop for assistance he finds more about his powers and develops feelings for her. I enjoyed the story and was drawn into it quickly. I liked the paranormal and mix of romance to the story. This was a nice story to dive into and am glad it is part of a series. I look forward to reading more of the books in the series soon.

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Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles Book 1) by Chynna Pace – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky

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Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles #1)Sweet Nightmares by Chynna Pace
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my goodness!!! Such a great book. I am very particular about the YA books I read and I just absolutely loved this book. It reeled me in and kept me hooked until the very last page. I loved the premise of Alex and the nightmares. It is written so well that when you read about Alex and her need for a family you feel it to. The way she wants to bond with her grandmother you want it to. I just LOVED this book and I definitely plan on reading the whole series.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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Bared. (Green St. Girls #1)Bared. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bared was a good 4 star read for me. Athena is such a strong character but sometimes she annoyed me. No matter what happened she kept trying to keep Tru at arms length. No
Matter how hard he tried and he did try hard, she had steel walls guarding her heart. Tru lets her into his personal life in hopes that Athena will open up and really try to give this a shot. Will Athena ever let her walls down and let Tru in ?
I thought this boom was well written and I loved the characters. I just felt like something was missing. I don’t know what but I just feel like I was looking for something else to happen. I’m looking forward to more in this series in the future.

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Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Felicia Bates

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Hanging Softly in The Night: A Detective Nick Larson NovelHanging Softly in The Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There was a time where I absolutely loved books with crime, detectives and a thrilling plot. I have always been a fan of those movies too but there is something about using your own imagery. Somewhere between work and kids I forgot how much I love those types of storylines. I am really happy I stumbled across Hanging Softly in the Night. This is a novel that has a little bit of everything all wrapped into one. Characters you love, plot twists and even sensitive subjects. I found myself wrapped into the storyline from page one. It’s been a while since I have read a full length novel and I was impressed by how it not only kept my
attention but kept me from wanting to put it down. Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra is a new author to me but left a lasting impression. There are a lot of moving pieces and key characters to this storyline but never once did it feel overdone or too dragged out. I look forward to reading more from this author and highly recommend this 5 star read.

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