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Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Sinful DaughterSinful Daughter by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was left on the edge of my seat while reading this book, the story line, the passion, the characters, the suspense, the danger, etc. all of it gripped me and wouldn’t let go and instead left me wanting more. Honestly, as I read the story I found there were moments my hopes and dreams crashed, and times new light was cast upon my thoughts, and truly I was not sure in the least how the end would be when I completed this amazing gripping book!

The story was a gripping romance right from the beginning. As I would think a lot of people know when it comes to the Mafia there is many matters of the law and what is unethical as well as you don’t mess with them, as anyone would probably know, you mess with one of them, or someone dear to them, your asking for a death sentence, literally. In the questions of the heart though, there is truly a thin line I believe with love and the right thing to do. Ethically speaking. What would you choose if you were given the choice to have true love knowing it could very well cost you everything, and well anything?

The story is around Theo and Aria. Two souls basically in the cross fire in the feeling of what feels right yet knowing its wrong. they know their differences an basically every reason the book why they can not even consider being together? Can two souls who burn for one another truly be separated and prevented from finding their way to one another? What if the passion burned so much they just did not care what happened or any consequences of just that? What if the thought of the pain of not being together could be very far worse than not feeling one another’s touch or the passion that could be ignited just from being close to one another?

Theo is a cop. A damn good one too. He knows what his lawful duties are and he abides to them. Respectively with a passion for what he does for a living. Come along Aria. She is a daughter that is born into a Mafia, the one Theo is on the hunt to take down. Upon their interactions, they fall hard for one another even though they as hard as they can to not want one another or need one another. Some flames can not be put out. Both of them know the love they share and feel is not to be and forbidden as it basically will not end well, but in truth as long as they try to fight it they succumb to what they want and passion only gets stronger over time,

Personally Theo was an amazing character. He was a Prince Charming sort of character in the form of a cop. He was far from ordinary though. He cared not just with his feelings of his heart, but truly everything he had with in himself. He would risk it all for those he loved. In truth, he would protect those he laid down his loyalty to his very own death. He would protect you at what ever costs, and he honestly was a man of his word. Which in this growing world is hard to come by.

Aria was a loaded pistol, but she had a brain that was so easily to admire.. Yes, she is the eldest in her family for the Mafia, but she was not just going to let that title define how she was going to and how she should live her life. I loved her strength she carried and how she would go after what she wanted and she would not let the world control her no mater how hard she tried. She had the attitude of you live only once, so make sure you live a life you would consider worth living!

Theo’s and Aria’s love was one that was not written in the fairy tale books. It was one that should never be considered. Passion and flames of desire go hand in hand, their love made this book so addictive and so freaking good. I could not put this one down. I was into it when I first started, and as it progressed on I was left with myself biting my nails hoping for a good turn out, but in truth I had no idea how this would turn out as I knew very well as Theo and Aria, the taste of what is not allowed and should never be, is worth every cost and consequence, but in truth you have no idea what will be the end result.

I freaking loved this book! The romance and the suspense was so real and I felt the passion and love between Theo and Aria. I truly did not want this book to end. It took my soul and made me feel literally everything in this amazing book.

The author knew what they were doing and truly made a great story that sucks you in and holds you down the last word on the final page. Again I loved it and I highly recommend reading this, its amazing and I can not stress this enough, you will not be disappointed in the very least. I am very much looking for forward to the next book by this amazing author. I know I would not want to miss out!

To sum it up again, loved it with every passion in my soul, and truly recommend you read this!

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The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

The Dream Catchers: PRESTORIA Series Book 1The Dream Catchers: PRESTORIA Series Book 1 by J.U. Menon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Dream Catchers is the first book in J. U. Menon’s Prestoria series. This children’s series is set partially in the real world and partially in the world of dreams, and draws on the Indian folklore that influences the protagonist’s imagination, and therefore the dreams she experiences.
I would have loved this book as a kid, when I tried to plan to have adventures with friends when we were both dreaming. It’s such a cool premise, and Menon develops it brilliantly with the Challenge and the mysteries that surround it. Such a captivating world!
Radhika is a great protagonist. She’s very compassionate and concerned for others, making her a good role model. The challenges she faces in her real life, including grief and moving to a new area and school, are as much a part of the story as the fantastical challenges she faces in Prestoria. I particularly like how her relationships with family are explored, such as her younger brother Aarav who is dealing with his grief in a very different way to his sister.
This book would be great for KS2-3 readers who are confident with longer chapter books. If a child gets anxious about sleeping or dreams, or are experiencing grief, it would be worth an adult reading it before or with them and using it as a discussion prompt.
This book gets a full five stars from me! A superb read!

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Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

Sinful DaughterSinful Daughter by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sinful Daughter sucked me in before I even started reading it! The description sounded like it would be a really good intense story, and that is exactly how I would describe it. I haven’t read anything by Emily Bowie before, but I hope this turns into a whole series, because I am hooked. Before the story begins, we are given an outline of the characters and family tree. I found this pretty helpful, to get an introduction to the characters and get a feel for the families. There are 2 main mafia families (Rossis and Mancinis) in this story, and the cops either workings for them, or trying to bring them down. The story bounces back and forth between Theo and Aria’s perspective, which I really enjoyed. It let us get a feeling for the main characters. This book is packed full of danger, drama, romance, and all the feels. The romance is pretty detailed and intense, so for mature audiences only. I cannot wait to read more in this series, and highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys romantic books and mafia thrill.

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

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: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego
By Manda Mellett

Wow!! Another great one. This is part two and picks up right where one left off. This book is full of action, lies, deceit, sadness, love, family, healing and so much more. Niran and Saffie’s story will tear your heart out and then put it back together but it will never be the same after reading their story. Manda Mellett is an amazing author and her books are among my favorites. Every time I think she can’t top herself of course she does. I don’t want to give anything away but this is a must read as are all her books. This book does have triggers and is very emotional. I highly recommend this book.

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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Lisa Helmick

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

Sam was the one mysterious brother. Dark is a good word to describe him. We never learned much about him in previous books. In here his world gets opened up to us. Its not pleasant or happy…its the complete opposite. Weirdly Ellie seems very similar to Sam. She is currently in a dark place. Her job must be so difficult at times then she can’t shake those bad days. Funny that Sam looks at her as his light when she has as much darkness inside her as he does. I enjoyed reading and getting into the Sons of Finch world again.

Seeing all his brothers again makes me want to re read a few of their stories. Then there is that Epilogue and intro to the next and last book. I CAN NOT WAIT! I always knew these two had some chemistry between them.

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HOLD ME FOREVER (HERON HARBOR Book 3) by LEA NOLAN – Review by Kerry Baker

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

Hold Me Forever by Lea Nolan is the third book in the Heron Harbor series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although you are briefly introduced to these characters in the previous books.
I thought this book was a fantastic addition to this series. It had a little bit of everything to keep you fully immersed in the story. I thought the characters in this book were what made it though. They had such a strong connection between them that I could feel it in every interaction. I wanted them to find a way to work past their issues as it felt like they deserved to be together.
The story was well paced from start to finish – just right for being drawn into and engaged until the end. This is a great book and I am looking forward to what is next.

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Master Tuscano (Masters of the Consulate Book 2) by Sylvia Black – Review by Samantha Jayne Grubey

Master Tuscano: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 2)Master Tuscano: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So this is book 2 in the series, and I am really enjoying these books. It has a mixture of romance, danger and supernatural beings which makes for a gripping read. And gripped I was. I read this book in one sitting and loved it. Really enjoyed Deliah and Christian’s relationship. The stakes in this book was great and it was so good!

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Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Karyn Taylor

Sinful DaughterSinful Daughter by Emily Bowie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sinful Daughter is a fantastic contemporary romance novel by Emily Bowie. I do love a good mafia romance and this book had it all. I had never read of Emily Bowie’s writing before this book and I can say I will definitely be reading more in the future as I thoroughly enjoyed Sinful Daughter.
Theo Fox is a good cop and his ambition is to bring down the two big mafia families in the city: the Rossi’s and the Mancini’s. SO what happens when he meets the gorgeous Aria Rossi, eldest daughter of Nicoli Ross, head of the mafia family. Theo is still determined to bring the family down but how can he do that and fall in love with Aria at the same time.
Lawyer Aria Rossi is the only Rossi sibling who is not involved in the family business and is conflicted as to what her future holds. She certainly didn’t expect that future to include hot cop Theo Fox.
I loved reading Theo and Aria’s story. It is full of drama, intrigue and danger and all the things you expect from a good mafia story. I was pulled into this story from the very start and loved the roller coaster journey that it took me on right up to the very end.
I definitely recommend this book, especially if you like a mafia romance.

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

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: 5 of 5 stars

Can you imagine following in the footsteps of a parent when you are their polar opposite? Flirting With My Enemy by Laura Burton introduces Elle Brook’s narrative as she attempts to make her deceased mother’s bakery successful. She has fierce competition when a Got Cake, a corporate competitor, is built next door. The day that Elle is going to release a brand-new type of cupcake, she finds that her entire store smells like rotting fish. Her “grandmother” Joyce signed for four boxes, and they are filled with trout. She is mortified, knowing that a prominent magazine reporter has arrived to do a story on Elle’s store. Elle intercepts the reporter outside to prevent her from going inside, only to have Zane Masters steal away the interview. Zane is a billionaire and owner of Got Cake. Elle is certain he has tried to sabotage her store and plans to get even with him. Her friend Connie joins her plan to seduce Zane and destroy his reputation. Little does Elle know, Zane has an ulterior motive for her as well. Did Zane sabotage Elle?

I like the development of each individual character and the emotions that Laura Burton made easy to read. This is a quick story despite being 18 chapters long. The titles of the chapters give a predictive idea of what Elle is going to face. Zane is a very sincere and emotional character, and I could easily envision being unable to resist his charm. The supporting characters are integral parts that had a large purpose to the overall story. Flirting With My Enemy is the first of a series, and I look forward to reading more of Burtons’s work in the future

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Bake Believe AUDIO BOOK by Cori Cooper – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Bake Believe by Cori Cooper

Narrated by Katie Penate

Four Stars

 

Bake Believe is a wonderful YA audio written by Cori Cooper. Although this book is in the YA category, I think is is great for readers/listeners of all ages. She is a new to me author and I can’t wait to see what else she has written. The story is fun and filled with magic and some great recipes. Cat is a wonderful character and she has some witty dialogue. It was a really enjoyable 8 hours of listening pleasure.

Katie Penate is also new to me narrator. I like the tone of her voice and she really made the story come to life. I look forward to more books by Ms. Cooper and those narrated by Ms. Penate.

 

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Repair (Rescue Me Book 1) by Trish Williford – Review by Sunday Barnaby

Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel (The Everyday Heroes World)Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel by Trish Williford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel by Trish Williford
Five Stars

Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel is part of The Everyday Heroes World, which at this time has 71 books written by many different authors. Repair is written by Trish Williford and she is a new author to me. I really enjoyed this book. It was well written and the characters were amazingly complex. This book brought out all the feels in me. Charlie and Tank have some off the charts chemistry. This book had me laughing out loud one minute and reaching for a tissue the next. I’m looking forward to reading more from both Trish Williford and The Everyday Heroes World.
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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Liz Vrchota

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

India Kells has once again won over my heart with her suspenseful and oh so beautiful dark romance with Dark Bastard, the fifth book in the Dark Sparrow novels. I would personally recommend that you start at the beginning to fully love and enjoy all these books for what they really are, but they could be read as standalones if that is more your jam. These books take you away and make you feel as if you are on a dark adventure of sorts and each one just gets better and better, not an easy task to accomplish for sure with these books as they are all phenomenal. With Dark Bastard we get the story of Sam and Ellie and what a smashing power couple they are! These two will quickly steal your heart and make you want to fall in love all over again. I cannot wait to get my hands on the next installment either!

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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Debi Kircher

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

Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells

5 Stars (deserves so many more)

This is absolutely one of my favorite series ever. I’m loving this continuing storyline and these brothers just keep pulling me in. You really must read these in order to get the whole dynamic of what exactly is happening, and what has happened. Sam was always just mentioned in previous books, you knew he was there and played a huge part, but you don’t know what that part is until this book.

My heart strings were being pulled right from the first chapter. Both Sam and Ellie had such heartbreaking stories and yet were both so very strong. I felt every emotion in this book, and truly think it might just be my favorite of them all so far. That is hard to say because they are all completely amazing.

This part gave us a little more of the ongoing storyline, up close and personal, which was scary in itself. Each one of these books keep me on the edge of my seat and I’ve learned to quit guessing what’s going to happen next because this author has all of her own ideas that keep throwing me for a loop. I read this in one sitting because I literally could not put it down.

Lazarus is up next, and the little snippet at the end of this one has me needing that story even more.

I can’t recommend this series enough, read them in order, seriously! Then get ready because you will want to read them all over again and again.

LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!

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

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

This is a new author for me which I enjoyed from beginning to end. This is a suspenseful story that pulled me in from the beginning. The author’s use of details made the story come to life on each page. It is a faster paced story about a detective and a serial killer that needs to be found before more deaths happen. The characters are connectable and made the story fun and entertaining. The twists and turns had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. This is a great story that is worth the pick up. I had a hard time putting it down. I highly recommend this book

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian MysteriesDangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great box set that has three stories that are written by an author that I have enjoyed from her first book I picked up. Her books are well written and her use of attention to details make the stories realistic. These three are no different. I enjoyed being pulled into these mysteries from the beginning. Each book is unique and has characters that bring their story to life. There is murder, mystery which happens in Bryce Beach. Sunshine is a librarian that tries to solve the mysteries in each book. She made the stories fun and easy to read. She truly made the stories for me. I really enjoyed this box set.. I highly recommend this set and this author.

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The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U.Menon – Review by Kerry Carr

The Dream Catchers: PRESTORIA Series Book 1The Dream Catchers: PRESTORIA Series Book 1 by J.U. Menon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Prestoria series. It is a very enjoyable young adult story filled with danger and adventure. It’s a magical story with links to Indian myths legends and folklore. One of the things I loved about the story was the feeling of is our lead character dreaming or is everything she experiences real?

When our lead character Radhika finds herself in Pestoria she needs to find a way to get out alive. But with other hunters the same and only her imagination for help can she return before morning or will she have to live in Prestoria forever?

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Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Hairballs and HomicideHairballs and Homicide by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute mystery that I enjoyed. This is a new author for me and I look forward to reading more from her in the future. This is a well written story about Ellie and her cat Templeton. She finds homes for rescued cats and makes lattes. What will happen when she finds a woman’s body behind her business? The problem is that this same woman was seen having a fit with Ellie. With the help of Templeton, they are in search of a murderer. What happens next I highly recommend picking up this book. The characters are fun and entertaining. They are relatable and bring the story to life. I enjoyed being pulled in from the beginning. I enjoyed watching Templeton come to life and help solve the mystery. This is a great story that I really enjoyed. It is worth the pick up.

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

I 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

Nick has always had a tramtuic time dealing with hanging after his wife’s death. Angela is always on his mind. Each of the three main characters had their own story which interview with one another. Nick has to investsge these suicides as he doesn’t believe this is the case is it or isn’t it. Very well paced and written. Highly recommended.

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Repair (Rescue Me Book 1) by Trish Williford – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel (The Everyday Heroes World)Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel by Trish Williford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Repair by Trish Williford is an Everyday Heroes World Novel. This second chance contemporary romance is sweet and steamy!

Charlie has spent the last eight years in Denver, avoiding her home town like the plague after her last encounter with her brother’s best friend Tank. Denver was great. She had her dream job and her fiancée, until she didn’t. After ending the engagement, Charlie decided there wasn’t much worth sticking around Denver anymore as much as she loved her job so back home to Sunnyville it is. She knew there would be no way to avoid Tank so she decides to be proactive and clear the air and just try to be friends with him. Tank has other ideas. He may have promised Jude he wouldn’t run her out of town again but what if he can get it all right this time. He has to take a chance.

I loved Tank and Charlie. I definitely felt for Charlie at the beginning and felt so bad that Tank was pushing her away. This book was really good and I enjoyed the characters and the chemistry!

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Hold Me Forever (Heron Harbor Book 3) by Lea Nolan–Reviewed by Jerricka Brown

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

This book was absolutely amazing. This is my first book by this author. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. I loved the characters’ interaction with each other. I felt that I was there with them. This was beautifully written. I highly recommend this book.

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Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Angela Shirley

Sinful DaughterSinful Daughter by Emily Bowie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

She was only a way in to bringing the whole house of cards down, but somewhere along the way I fell in love with the Mafia Princess.

Theo has dedicated his career as a cop to hunt down the bad guys and bring them to justice none so more that the Rossi’s, a mafia stronghold in the community which needs chopping off at the top but while he was trying to infiltrate into the ‘Family’ he did not expect to fall for the person he was trying to use to get in.

Arya is the oldest daughter in the Rossi family and her life has been planned out from an early age, being a Lawyer was never really her choice but now with her father asking her to make a decision to represent the family she is torn. Until she meets Theo, she knows that she should not be attracted to him, he is determined to destroy her family and if her family found out they would kill him but the attraction is too strong to just let it be a fleeting glance.

Can Arya and Theo make the relationship work or are they fighting against each other and the good and bad they both represent.

I love a good forbidden, angst love story and this one is up there, the characters are brilliantly written and draw you into the story from the first words written. Although the differences within there backgrounds it was nice to see that not all characters are shallow. The character of Arya although sheltered alot from the family business was not a whimpering woman in the corner but showed within her character that she was strong deep down and played brilliantly against the straight laced follow the law character of Theo.

The book was well written and the story held me all the way to the end, although this is the first book I have read by this author I will definitely be reading more in the future.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

Master Tuscano (Masters of the Consulate Book 2) by Sylvia Black – Review by Angela Shirley

Master Tuscano: Dark Vampire Romance (Masters of the Consulate Book 2)Master Tuscano: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Christian is caught between two worlds, his world of vampires and the human world, can he convince the Consulate that his love for a human women can be granted.

Christian Tuscano is one of the twelve vampires which collectively are the Masters of the Consulate but Christian has fallen for a women he should have no right loving as a vampire but he has to try and convince them that he needs to be with Delilah but when the consulate make there decision it is not to be, but this does not deter Christian.

When tragedy happens can he forgive himself for the action he is about to do to save the women he loves without her permission or the consulate.

This is the second story in the Masters of the Consulate series and I think this is my favourite book out of the two so far. This is a very modern twist on the love story and is a great world to delve into and let your imagination run wild. Delilah’s character speaks volumes to me with her strong and unswerving character that you can really see the determination in her actions that she is not going to be the victim and try to make whoever pay.

The two main characters are well match and when reading there story you don’t feel that the author has rushed any feelings or chemistry with them, they flow and ebb nicely through the book and with the fantasy element to the story it makes a brilliant read.

I can’t wait to read the next instalment in this series or other books by this wonderful author.

Reviewed by Angela Shirley

An Enduring Love by Wareeze Woodson – Review by Karyn Taylor

An Enduring LoveAn Enduring Love by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An Enduring Love is a great historical romance novel by Wareeze Woodson. I have recently become a fan of Wareeze Woodson and her books have made me a fan of historical romance which I wasn’t very keen on before.
I really enjoyed Rebecca and Rhys’ story. I have to say that for a while I was not a fan of Rhys at all. He really annoyed me with his reaction to Rebecca’s return and his pining for another woman. Thankfully he redeems himself and I loved him by the end of the book.
There is so much more than just a historical romance going on in this book. I really enjoyed the storyline that’s filled with drama, intrigue and danger. I was pulled into this story from the very beginning and was entertained right up to the very end.
I’m always a fan of children in books and young Johnnie is adorable. He’s such a little scene stealer.
This is a really great historical romance that I would definitely recommend to others.

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HER DARK LOVE (DARK SPELL SERIES Book 4) by ISRA SRAVENHEART – Review by Jenni Bishop

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

Her Dark Love is the fourth book in the Dark Spell Series by Isra Sravenheart. This book takes us back to the beginning. We see how it came about that one beautiful woman who believed in love and all things good and how she turned her back on it all and became the blackened heart and souled dark witch. This fantasy story is full of magic and witches, love and heartache, secrets and lies, revenge and treachery and hate. This story is full of emotions and what our witch goes through will leave your heartbreaking for her. This intriguing fairy tale fantasy has something for anyone who loves something a little different and dark.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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

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 is the first book I have read by this author, and I am impressed. Maria takes us through a complex plot that she has intricately woven together and given us not one but three plots that will run you ragged. The pace is steady as everything is revealed along the way, but they are not to be outdone by the spectacular ending. Maria has wonderfully crafted a tale that will keep you turning page after page after page as we run through police procedures and investigations with complex and believable characters. We also go on the hunt for a killer to bring to justice. We deal with trauma and mental illnesses, loss and grief and so much more. If Nick needs a partner, I am sure I am now qualified after reading this book. I can not wait for what comes next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Dangerous Curves Boxed Set #1 (Dangerous Curves Books 1-3) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Jenni Bishop

Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian MysteriesDangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dangerous Curves Boxed Set 1: 3 Cozy Christian Mysteries by K.L. Montgomery is a great way to get the books, so you don’t have to wait. A one stop shop. I have read a lot of KL’s books and I never get tired of reading them no matter what it is. She is a must read and her narrative is always a lot of fun.

Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery is the first book in the Dangerous Curves series. It is a YA story of a young amateur sleuth on a quest for answers. I am sure Nancy Drew fans will love this story. In true KL style the message in the story is about body positivity. This cozy mystery is a feel-good fun read.

Mystery at the Marina: A Cozy Christian Mystery is the second book in the Dangerous Curves series and is just as good as the first. Sunshine are her friends are on the case and looking into why marine life is suddenly dying but as usual nothing is as straight forward as it seems. With mystery and suspense and a lot of adventure and loveable characters you just can’t go wrong.

Shooting at the Shore: A Cozy Christian Mystery is the third book in the Dangerous Curves series, and we are once again drawn into trouble with this whodunnit. I have enjoyed all three books but this one is probably my fav so far. I enjoy reading books that K.L. writes as they are fun and quirky and a little dangerous and make you laugh.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Repair (Rescue Me Book 1) by Trish Williford – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Repair (Rescue Me #1; The Everyday Heroes World)Repair by Trish Williford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Repair (Rescue Me Book 1) by Trish Williford

Repair is a fast paced second chance romance that will pull you in from the beginning and doesn’t let go till the end. There are a few times it really pulled at my heart strings. Charlie and Tank hook up when they are younger and he was grieving the loss of his father. She went on to finish nursing school and takes a job as a trauma nurse. She finds herself going back home after hearing the news that her fiancé got someone else pregnant. Charlie and Tank have a chemistry between them that is off the charts. Can these two get their second chance at love? Find out what happens next in this must read. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Alexandra Nay

Journeys Through SpaceTimeJourneys Through SpaceTime by James Talisman

Being a fantasy/sci-fi novel, Journeys Through SpaceTime is not my typical go-to choice for reading. However, I always love a good world-building series, and this book delivered.
Author James Talisman’s debut novel explores the classic Good vs Evil theme, in a very original yet comfortably familiar manner. As indicated by the title, the story takes place over different periods in time. Readers will follow many different characters, points of view, and story lines. All are joined by the over lying central idea that we are all One and connected in the universe.
Although I enjoy flipping back and forth between perspectives, this book does it consistently and it did take some time to establish the actual plot due to the level of character description used to develop so many points of view. The language and thinking of the characters is very formal, which may have been a tool used by the author to show how the characters are all connected in the MultiVerse. I was left with the impression that the book could be easily adapted into a TV series, as the chapters felt like episodes and many of the character’s story lines would make excellent separate books on their own.
By the end, I had fallen in love with many of the characters and looked forward to discovering how the story would unfold. I also look forward to reading book two.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda Burson

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda Burson – Writer
Genre – Romantic suspense, Contemporary, Women’s Fiction
Page Count – 956 pages
Cover Designer – Trisha Fuentes at Ardent Artists Books

MARCY SERIES in a 3-Book Kindle set.
Start at the beginning with RAGE. Get to know Marcy, Brad, and Liam. Join Marcy in finding out why she has anger issues.
Next, continue with the second book, CONFUSION. See how Marcy tries to navigate her conflicted emotions. Get to know more about her, Brad, and Liam and their friends.
When you begin the third book, emotions run deep and decisions are made but more surprises await as AGONY AND ECSTASY takes you on a path with twists and turns.

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Linda Burson, a native of Pennsylvania, but long time Connecticut resident, has been writing ever since she was given a writing assignment in school, at the age of eight. Later, as a teenager, she started out writing memoirs and attempted several nonfiction pieces.

After attending college, she worked in positions where she edited papers for others. She spent time pursuing other interests, and traveling. Much of Linda’s free time was spent reading mysteries, romance, and women’s contemporary novels.

After several attempts at writing nonfiction, but having life get in the way, she put her passion on hold again. She gave up writing to focus on raising her daughters, being a wife, running her own custom computerized embroidery business and taking care of her dog, a Lhasa Apso named Nathan.

After a serious bout of breast cancer, Linda eventually closed down her business after almost fifteen years. She decided it was time to attempt writing again. This time, however, with nothing to distract her, she decided on tackling fiction, a contemporary, commercial romance with a dark edge.

In January, 2013, she sat down with her laptop and started writing the first chapter. After a few more chapters, she began keeping notes about the details of her characters so she wouldn’t forget the important characteristics. The writing continued, and never stopped. Before she was aware of it, her idea of a single book turned into a trilogy, which turned into a much longer series called the MARCY SERIES. There are a total of 13 books in the series.

When asked about inspiration, Linda has this to say: “Nobody really inspired me to write, but I do remember my mother and father always saying ‘anything you put your mind to you can accomplish. Don’t ever let anyone tell you, you can’t do something.’ Having the support and encouragement of my family is also important.”

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Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles Book 1) by Chynna Pace

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Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles Book 1) by Chynna Pace
Genre – Paranormal Fantasy, Contemporary Fantasy, Urban Fantasy
Page Count – 346 pages
The one thing fifteen-year-old Alex Rokosz has endlessly craved is a family. So when her mother’s death forces her and her sister to move in with Matilda, the grandmother they never knew they had, Alex hopes to bond with her and find out what happened to her missing father. Instead she encounters numerous oddities at her new house, including Kacper, her grandmother’s suspicious seventeen-year-old housemate. But things get even stranger when Alex catches Matilda and Kacper slaying a real-life nightmare. Overnight, she is swept into a world where sleeping is dangerous, nightmares are real, and imagination is magic. She discovers there’s more to her family than she realized – and her own destiny is far greater than she ever imagined.

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Chynna Pace is an author of YA and middle-grade fantasy, paranormal, and suspense stories. She loves writing tales about young heroes who are thrust into worlds full of magic, monsters and mystery, often forced to face their greatest fears and confront their deepest secrets. Her debut novel, Sweet Nightmares, is the first in a whimsically dark series about dreams, nightmares, and the warriors who fight them. When she’s not busy planning her next story adventure, Chynna can be found reading, painting, crocheting, and spending time with her family in the magical North Georgia mountains.

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