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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Jade Thomson

Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #5)Dark Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Y’all. I’ve been waiting on Sams book and I. Was. Not. Disappointed. I have always enjoyed his interactions in the other books and Im so happy to read his! Ellie was interesting to read and she tugged at my heart. The prologue was what REALLY sucked me in. India Kells is able to deliver amazing storylines and characters that make you (the reader) so invested! Read the damn series y’all! Onto the next! 💖

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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Amana DelFemine

Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #5)Dark Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kells knocks this one out of the park. Dark Bastard is a book about who saves who. When two people come together because they each need something the other one has to offer but doesnt know they need. Sam has a very dark past when it comes to his father and Ellie has her own demons. They get stuck when Sams father ends up taking them and forcing them into roles they dont really want. The bond and growth Sam and Ellie go through is great. I enjoy Kells writing style and she keeps you turning the pages.

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Forbidden Mate (The Shadow Chronicles Book 2) by CR Robertson – Review by Piper Foster

Forbidden MateForbidden Mate by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This has extremely well written description writing which enhanced the story telling. Enemies for centuries and now a treaty. Old and New enemies are after Tasha and Levi they are not safe anymore. As I got engrossed more in the story I had to know what happen next to this couple.

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

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

Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra. I LOVED this book. This is my favorite genre and its just a great read. Its the story of Nick Larson a NYC Detective. His whole department is under attack from the flu and Nick and his partner Victor Sacco are bogged down with cases. One night the detectives are called in on a case and Forensic Investigator Tish Ramos is informing the guys that this is the second murder scene they have found this way, a woman hanging in the sunroom. No blood, no mess, just a perfectly clean crime scene. On top of this Nick’s girlfriend Laura has been arrested for the murder of her husband and without Nick’s help she would be in jail right now. Laura’s also found out that she has a psychotic twin sister and she’s out to get Laura and her business. Nick is concerned that he may be dealing with a serial killer and with all Laura’s craziness he’s not sure how much more he can handle. Will Nick find out who is killing these innocent victims and will Laura be able to save her business. Read Hanging Softly in the Night to find out!

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Cursed Sight (Broderick Coven Series Book 2) by AJ Renee – Review by Rebecca Hill

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

Cursed Sight by AJ Renee in the second book in the Broderick Coven series. The series is centered around the Broderick family. The siblings have discovered that they come from a family of witches and that they all have powers. Each book centers around a sibling as that sibling learns more about their powers. This book is about Ethan Broderick. He has the gift of sight and sees things that will likely happen. He falls in love with Serena, but someone wants her dead. He keeps having visions of Serena’s death and of her being hurt. Will he be able to find who wants to hurt her and save her in time? Will they be able to use his visions to have their happily ever after? Find out in Cursed SIght!

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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Karyn Taylor

Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #5)Dark Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dark Bastard is the 5th book in the amazing Dark Sparrow series by India Kells. I have become a huge fan of India Kells over the last few years and the Dark Sparrow series is one of my favourite books series’.
Since I read the 4th book in the series and got a little tidbit of what was coming in Dark Bastard I could not wait to read Sam’s story. I just knew it was going to be deep and dark and amazing. I’m so glad to say that I was right (India Kells does not disappoint). Sam’s story makes for some very hard reading as both he and Ellie, the female lead, are both in a very bad place mentally but India Kells does the most amazing job and you are totally sucked into their story and taken on an amazing rollercoaster journey as they continue with the job of bringing down Sam’s evil father (father to all the ‘bastards’ in the series) and trying to keep themselves alive at the same time.
I absolutely loved Dark Bastard, not only for the amazing characters that Sam and Ellie are but the incredible storywriting ability that India Kells has.
We not only have one of the Bastard brothers left and I’m sure Oz’s story will be just as amazing as the 5 before. I can’t wait to see what India Kells has in store for Oz.

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So Close (Love Grows Series Book 4) by Renee Regent – Review by Angela Hayes

So Close (Love Grows #4)So Close by Renee Regent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars

So Close is the fourth book in the Love Grows series by Renee Regent. I have really enjoyed reading this series, so when I saw So Close had released it was an immediate one-click, no questions asked.
This is a fantastic friends to enemies to lovers story- with plenty of drama, angst, and chemistry to keep things very interesting.
Dahlia and Levi had been the best of friends, until heartbreak tore them apart. With pain and trust issues marring what used to be. But now they are thrust together again- things are about to take an even more interesting turn. A story all about second chances and finding love unexpectedly.

Thank you, Renee Regent!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Stripped (Stripped Book 1) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Angela Hayes

Stripped (The Stripped Series Book 1)Stripped by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Stripped is the first book in the Stripped series by Stacy Deanne. This is the first book by Stacy Deanne that I have read, so I was curious by what I might find. The blurb intrigued me- and I love all things romantic suspense, so I happily snapped up a copy and jumped right in.
This is an interesting story full of intrigue, suspense, a cult, a creepy factor, murder, drama, spice, and plenty of mystery. I discovered that this is a spin-off from a previous series, and I really wished I had known that before diving into this book. Even though this could be read as a standalone, I am left wondering if reading the other series first before starting on this one would have enhanced my reading experience of this book and help to fill in some of the background and a few questions I had. I will be going back to explore the other series to find out what happens there and to see if it makes a difference here.
The story was quite gripping and intense at times, with a great ‘mystery’ to unravel- but I do feel that the story lost momentum and the flow lagged at times, but thankfully that didn’t detract from my overall enjoyment of the book.
I am looking forward to Book Two, but in the meantime, I am off to check out the Bruised series and compare notes.

Thank you, Stacy-Deanne!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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So Close (Love Grows Series Book 4) by Renee Regent – Review by Lorrene Huisman

So Close (Love Grows #4)So Close by Renee Regent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first read by this very wonderful author, and most certainly it shall not be my last. This was the 4th novel they had written in the series. I simply loved the two characters the story focused upon. It had a lot of feeling and a lot of emotion along with it. And to me, if you can feel that, you know its a good book!

The story is told through time and time gaps of the friendship and love that was growing and lost and found again between the characters Dahlia and Levi. In their childhood they were basically the best friends that would always be. At least so they thought. They were each others back and even as children they knew the friendship they had would always be needed and special always and forever.

As the story first opened they were two grown adults. Time and something had happened that separated and ruined everything they had or could have had within testing the strength the bonds of friendship and maybe even true love. Personally for Dahlia she is quite happy with life and doesn’t need a curve ball to change the course of how things are going for her, Dahlia is done and over from the years that they no longer spoke and she wants nothing more than to ever hear his name again. Perhaps you cant avoid destiny? They meet again and probably in the most worst way at the time. They have to work together and basically spend a lot of one on one time together.

Yes things were weird for these two very much, but you honestly could feel their feelings for one another leaping off the pages and truly they loved one another even though there was pain and resentment mixed into the pot. I kept asking myself what happened? What made them lose everything they had? Was Levi at fault, as it truly was the way it seemed?

They spend more time together. Let me say the drama and hurt was strong feeling between these two souls, but I must say love can be the strongest thing of all if you let it. The truth comes out with what happened between them, and it was not what I expected. Then, everything made sense and a lot of things come together and into place, and even hearts that were never meant to leave one another’s side.

Things happen quickly to sum up towards the end of the book. I personally saw this as a romantic movie. The main couple solves the problems and drama that kept them apart and both realize what they wanted all along was one another and they pushed one another away out of hurt and drama. And then like a moment that froze still in time and the rest of the world fast forwarded around them, they found what they always knew what they wanted, and never got, and that was the love of one another and being together. And truly this time they both knew no doubts, forever was in their cards, as well as their hearts.

I really enjoyed reading this love story between Dahlia and Levi. It kept me interested in what happened that ruined everything. And even after the truth came out everything made sense and everything came together like a perfect masterpiece. Love isn’t easy. It isn’t for most. Sometimes you have to go through hard times to really show your love is worth it. And that is exactly what these two souls did

I recommend this book truly. I think the story itself was appealing plus I enjoyed reading about Dahlia and Levi’s backstory of times they shared together. The story was very sweet and enjoyable. I had a good experience reading this book and will read more. And I look forward to that! Pick it up and read this book, its one I can honestly say you will enjoy it as much as I did truly.

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HOLD ME FOREVER (HERON HARBOR Book 3) by LEA NOLAN – Review by Karen Pearman

Hold Me ForeverHold Me Forever by Lea Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series, and I could not wait to read it. I fell in love with this author from the very first book and that hasn’t changed. This book picks up from the second one and I couldn’t have been more impressed. I love how the author can tell their stories with such warm and inviting characters yet provide the perfect amount of angst and chemistry that I love to read. Her books are quick page turners for me and this one was no different. I laughed and cried but really loved and appreciated this book more than the previous ones. Please do yourself a favor and pick this book up to read.

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Hanging Softly in the Night : A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review By Kerry Carr

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: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this crime story. The author does an amazing job of gripping you and keeping you in the story. The author’s use of the proper police terminology really makes you feel like you are part of the investigation. The lead character Nick Larson has a trouble past and is dealing with problems with his mental health and grief after losing his wide to hanging. The author does a great job with handling these subjects in a way that is respectful but gives you a great insight into it.

Nick and his partner have been called to the suspicious death of a women. However when they arrive the Scene looks staged. Was this really a self inflicted death or did someone help her?

When  several more deaths all with the same things start turning up on their desk they are in a race against time to get the killer before they can strike again. The question is Nick Larson mentally strong enough to be cope with the pressure of these cases.

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Cursed Touch By AJ Renee – Review By Michelle Marlow

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

This is the fourth book in this series. We follow Carter who is known as the healing brother of the group. And we meet Vanessa, the small town jeweler.

This book is incredibly fast paced. I was able to finish it in one night, and to be fair I didn’t want to put it down anyways.

I cannot wait for the next in this series as there is one more brother, who is very mysterious.

Loved this and love this series Review by @michellerenee6590
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Cursed Whispers by A.J. Renee – Review By Michelle Marlow

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

I am in LOVE with this series. I loved the book before this but so far this one is my favorite.

Be warned there is a trigger warning for abuse and sexual abuse.

We follow Max Broderick, one of our beloved Broderick brothers. And very quickly his powers of talking with animals is a wonderful benefit to him. As he meets Claudia.

This book was also so hard for me to put down. It was filled with adventure, true emotions and the overwhelming feeling of love.

I truly can’t wait to read the next in the series.

Truly wonderful reviewed by @michellerenee6590

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Cursed Sight by A.J. Renee – Review by Michelle Marlow

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

This is book two in the Broderick Coven series. We follow our two main characters Ethan and Serena. Ethan is new to his powers and learning how to use them as the oracle.

He is teamed up with our lovely high priestess Serena.

It was a refreshing read to me as many books only portray women as witches and never men. With a new spin on magical reads it was one I didn’t want to put down. Even without reading the first in the series I was able to tell who was who and felt for every character. I cannot wait to read the next in this series!
I loved this so much! Review by @michellerenee6590

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Cold Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 2) by India Kells- Review by Jade Thomson

Cold Bastard (Dark Sparrow #2)Cold Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Okay. Finished this book early this morning. Like the second I woke up I HAD to finish. I really enjoyed the characters from her last book and i LOVED Zoe and Archer even more. Once more the storyline was captivating- there was only a few times I had to take a break from the book. (Definitely made me emotional- that’s as much a spoiler as I’m giving!) This book was even sexier and darker than the last one. Anyone not reading this series is missing out. On to the next! 💖

 

PS. Hector might be my favorite!

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Avenging Devil Part 2 (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #4) by Manda Mellett – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Avenging Devil Part 2: Satan's Devils MC San DiegoAvenging Devil Part 2: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Avenging Devil Part 2 by Manda Mellett
Five Stars

Avenging Devil is the second part of the Avenging Devil story and the fourth book in the Satan’s Devils MC San Diego Series by Manda Mellett. It is a true wonder how Ms Mellett comes up with all of the chapters of the Satan’s Devils MC. The second part of this story had to be told, but please read at least the Avenging Devil Story in order to get the full effect. Ms. Mellett is a one click author for me. She writes intense books with lots of detail, sometimes dark , and what I believe is an accurate account of the inner workings of a MC. This is the continuation of Saffie and Niran’s story, and it is amazing. I highly recommend this book, series, and author.
Review by @sunbarn

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Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 1) by India Kells – Review by Jade Thomson

Lost Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #1)Lost Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So this is my first book/series I’ve read by India Kells and boy… you will experience emotions. I did anyway. The writing is so vivid and easily transported me to her world. Aleksei and Deva both tore at my heart throughout the book. I LOVED their characters and interactions. Lazarus King is a favorite too. Who doesn’t like a silver fox? At least that’s how I imagine him. 🥰 If anyone is looking for a sexy, thrilling, romance- check this out! Onto the next!

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Forbidden Mate (The Shadow Chronicles Book 2) by CR Robertson – Review by Rayne East

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

Gets better and better!
I am totally smitten with this series. Tasha and Levi are now on my list of favourite book couples. The story just keeps getting better and just when you think there just couldn’t be more, another twist and off we go! The author has taken the cross-species paranormal theme but evolved it into something brilliantly different. I can’t recommend this series enough if you are after a refreshing paranormal fantasy.

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Forbidden Wolf (The Shadow Chronicles Book 1) by CR Robertson – Review by Rayne East

Forbidden WolfForbidden Wolf by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paranormal masterpiece
Such an excellent piece of writing. I was drawn in from the first word and held captive right til the end. Tasha and Levi hold a special place in my heart. I really enjoyed their story and the roller coaster they endured to be together. Characterisation is on point and the world building brilliant. The journey is far from over – I can’t wait to check out book two and get some more answers. Highly recommend this awesome series starter.

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The Murders of Lillian Ross by Sirena Van Schaik- Review by Amanda Meady

The Murders of Lillian RossThe Murders of Lillian Ross by Sirena Van Schaik

This book was suspenseful and intriguing from start to finish. As a frequent reader of books about crime and suspense, I found myself expecting what was coming only to be surprised over and over. This is a book that needs and grabs your focus throughout. A great book that I would recommend to anyone who likes to be on edge and engrossed in the boom they are reading.

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Manifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson – Review by Amanda Meady

Manifested DreamsManifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson

This book is an account of what any African American family may have, and likely did, face through the years. Through the use of family letters, the reader has a brief understanding of how things have changed and improved from generations ago. The book was impactful but also a quick read because I didn’t want to put it down. I felt like I had a brief glimpse into a family’s personal history during troubling times. Ultimately this book shows the progress we’ve made, which does not negate what still needs to come.

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Check Out by Debra Parmley – Review by Amanda Meady

Check OutCheck Out by Debra Parmley

Betsy and Nash’s chance encounter and the possibilities for their relationship kept me coming back every time I put the book down. Debra Parmley found a way to leave me curious about how their relationship may or may not develop throughout the book. While Betsy and Nash were the main characters, Betsy’s sister played a large part in the story and I found myself questioning her character as much as Nash’s. A deeper look into the future for Betsy as well as Nash would have made the book even better, or perhaps they may resurface again in the future.

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Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 6) by Cynthia Hamilton–Reviewed by Jerricka Brown

Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 6)Houses of Deception by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was great. It was an interestingly thrilling crime story. I was very pleased and entertained by the way Hamilton made the story flow. I was hooked from the very beginning. Everything from the characters to the plot to the ending was awesome. This was a real page turner and I highly recommend it.

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Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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

5 Stars
Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson

Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson is a wonderfully written story that pulled me in from the beginning and I had a hard time putting it down. This will take you on one heck of an emotional rollercoaster ride some parts will make your heart hurt and you will definitely need kleenex. My emotions were all over the place with this story. This is a story about four women who were left alone at a young age. Athena has shut her heart off and doesn’t think she’s capable of love again. That’s untill Tru walks in. Can she give love another shot? Find out what happens next in this must read. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Unbreakable (The Diamonds Book 1) by Tee Smith – Review by Jenni Bishop

Unbreakable (The Diamonds, #1)Unbreakable by Tee Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unbreakable is the first book in The Diamonds series by Tee Smith. This read is a contemporary romance and a bit of an emotional journey. It is full of sexual tension and drama, danger and horrible ex’s, violence and suspense, secrets and lies. The characters are nicely fleshed out and a little complex and there is a little mystery to keep things interesting. It started a little slow but soon found ground. Good girl meets bad boy, and it doesn’t matter what side of the tracks you are from, right or wrong, when love and the heart is involved. The only problem is that trouble will always follow you.

I can’t wait to see what Tee brings us next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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So Close (Love Grows Series Book 4) by Renee Regent – Review by Jenni Bishop

So Close (Love Grows #4)So Close by Renee Regent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So Close: A Best Friends To Enemies to Lovers Romance (Love Grows Series Book 4) by Renee Regent is a contemporary romance. As with the other books in the series the story will find its way into your heart. This captivating tale is raw and has a real feel to the storyline. I fell in love and became invested with the characters. Sometimes there is laughter but other times there are moments of sadness. Once best friends. Broken enemies. Star studded lovers.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Cold Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells- Review by Lauren West

Cold Bastard (Dark Sparrow #2)Cold Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Archer and Zoe are very much a one of a kind couple! The chemistry and the passion will bring out the heat fast! Zoe is an intelligent, independent, and sexy heroine who is as fierce as her red hair! She is sent undercover as a translator to help Archer Blackwood, and uncover any possible enemies or threats lurking. Archer himself is a man who is intensely cold and ruthless with enough money to put anyone to shame. These 2 together navigate a path leading to danger, deception, and many hidden secrets that neither expect.
This book was well written and was packed with suspense, adventure, steamy romance, and playful witty banter. Its #2 in a series, and is one that doesn’t disappoint.

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True Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 4) by India Kells- Review by Lauren West

True Bastard (Dark Sparrow #4)True Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Liam and Catriona are night and day, but their attraction is burning hot. India Kells gave us a story to hot and suspenseful to put down until the end. Liam is a rugged Alpha police officer currently hell bent on bringing his father to justice. Currently out due to an injury he crosses paths with nun to be Catriona who is sent to help the family with this mission. The moment their paths cross its all consuming, and Liam risks the dangers of tracking his father as well as losing his heart. The story is beautifully told and it will appeal to your every emotion as you connect to the characters. Its another amazing book within the series that you will not want to miss.

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Bake Believe AUDIO BOOK by Cori Cooper – Review by KAYLA OCTAVIANO

⭐️⭐️⭐️

Bake Believe is an adorable story about a young girl going through crushes, school, family, and… something special. This book was definitely one of a kind. It’s a coming of age novel with a relatable young character and all of her friends and family. Read this if you like cute stories about young children figuring out where they are meant to be in life. The narrator is great and fits the story really well from a teens perspective.

Flirting with my Enemy (Love is a Mystery Book 1) by Laura Burton – Review by Megan Brasington

Flirting with my Enemy: A Sweet Romantic Comedy (Love is a Mystery #1)Flirting with my Enemy: A Sweet Romantic Comedy by Laura Burton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m a baker and an avid romance reader. Total sucker for a cute romance story. Having lost a parent to cancer and knowing the struggles of carrying on a legacy I get what Elle was when she was just going through the motions of each day. The cute baking references mixed in with the magic of NYC almost gave me a Disney’s Enchanted vibe. If you need a cute and feel-good book to read on a trip or a beach day I highly recommend it. There are some dark spots in the book that I feel I should mention, if loss or taking care of a sick loved one is a trigger id proceed with caution, however, it’s an adorable book.

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