Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This series has been so good! All the different stories and cases have been great. I’ve been hooked with Emma. I love her relationship with Jeremy, her family, and her friends she makes along the way! I hope more are to come!
Fairly Royal by Grace Grahme
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fairly Royal
By: Grace Grahme
5*
Phillip is the Earl of Auburne and he has sworn of all women. Well, officially he has sworn off dating, but in his world this means that he has sworn off all women. By not dating, this, by default, makes him an incredibly eligible bachelor. This also means that the paparazzi and all women find him desirable – which means he ends up as tabloid fodder frequently. In an attempt to make the paparazzi leave him alone, he decides to find a girlfriend. I mean, if you give them what they want they have to leave you alone right? The only girl that he knows that might actually go for this idea also happens to be his best friend’s little sister. They both have no idea what to expect when they begin this “relationship” But Anna sets forth rules for the both of them to follow. These rules are meant for their relationship seem real. What Phillip can’t anticipate is that while being a make believe couple, he will develop very real feelings for Anna. However, Phillip has learned over the years that both the paparazzi and tabloids make a real relationship impossible. What he is developing with his feelings makes him want to try to be real. He can only hope that this time will be different.
This book is such a fun easy read. I love that it takes both the eligible bachelor idea and combines it with the idea of a fake romance that develops feelings. The characters are very real and lovable and the plot moves at a fantastic pace. If you are looking for an easy romance to read with some great characters this is the perfect book for you!
Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have read every book in this series and I think this one is my favorite! Notebook Mysteries: Unexpected Outcomes starts right out with the action. Emma and Jeremy start the book by getting into a train crash while in the midst of pursuing a crime. As they get help and return to their case they find themselves with more issues. Emma has to juggle more cases with meeting her partner/fiance’s (Jeremy) mother Abbey. Abbey also happens to have a bit of a history with Emma’s father. Emma takes it all in stride while continuing to be her strong, courageous self. I love Kimberly Mullins’s writing! This book has her signature strong plot and well-written characters. It is wonderfully fast-paced and adventurous!
Ashes of Sin and Stardust by Lindsay Murray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book had me hooked. This is definitely made for mature readers and has some triggers throughout the story. Ruben and Alice have been through so much and they are trying to navigate through those feelings. There are quite a few characters in this story and each of them connect to each other in some way and they all have their own story. I loved the camaraderie between these characters. There are plenty of steamy scenes, funny moments, heartache, and so much more. The author made me feel all the emotions while reading this well written story. I look forward to reading more stories by this author. I recommend this book.
Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Emma is a young, upstanding girl in the 1880s but she’s also determined. Determined to help women be equal. Determined to solve crimes. And determined to do what she can to make a difference. In Changes & Challenges, Emma’s adventures continue.
In this book, the third installment, Emma is contacted by a client’s lawyer about the reading of a will. Faced with a decision to take on an inheritance, she sets up a meeting to determine if this new development is helpful for business.
When a trip to New York is inevitable, Jeremy and Emma find themselves inseparable and upon returning feel like they can’t be apart. However, in 1885, there aren’t many things a young couple can manage easily.
As life happens, so do varying cases that deal in mystery, murder, kidnapping and drugs. As things unfold, Emma finds herself in Paris with Tony for a case. She will have to use all of her skills and knowledge to safely navigate everything thrown her way.
In this book 3, the reader is still approached in third person, as if the story is told from another perspective. The consistency between the previous books into this one is appreciated as it can get difficult to keep up with a third person view in the way this is written.
One strong difference I felt in this book was the detail. In the previous book, I felt detail was lacking and could be improved upon using the Narrator and Dear-One, however, this book has strong detail throughout and the storyline is well thought out.
I’m still fascinated by the concept of the journals reliving the cases, and I will continue reading more of the series as I can. If you choose to pick it up, reading the books in order works best to capture the information on the characters the best, but it’s far from necessary.
Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Book 4 starts us with Emma in 1887. Jeremy and Emma am start off immediately chasing bank robbers after a train wreck is used to help them escape and as usual death and mystery are in the air.
Once they’ve solved one mystery and return home there’s a bit of downtime, however, Emma is determined to not let normal life bring her down. Constantly searching for the next case, Emma searches the newspaper eagerly. Soon she’s got her hands full with one case and needs help with a second case that’s unfolding.
As usual, nothing is ever as it seems and Emma and Jeremy are left wondering if anything around them is what it appears.
Unexpected Outcomes is book 4 in the series and just like before, it all flows together. I feel like the reader can get more insight into what/who the Narrator might be, and just how strongly they (Narrator) follow along with the cases.
The story is strong in detail right from the start and definitely pulls your attention easily. I felt that the length worked well with the amount of cases and detail the author worked in and I’m excited for the next installment!
Blood Sector by Lexi C. Foss
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Quinnlynn, a powerful omega princess, has secrets that she is too afraid to share with anyone. She takes a risk and asks Prince Kieran to keep her safe. She then runs away for 100 years, taking her secrets with her. After running away and being chased by her prince, she is finally caught, and must return home. Quinn is the rightful heir to The Blood Sector, the most sought after sector, which is not too happy with their future queen. Kieran does all that he can take make Quinn whole again. Their relationship is sinful, steamy, and has you hanging on. The alpha and omega part of their relationship is very hot. The only thing I have bad to say about this is that it’s a stand-alone book and I need more of their story!
Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Clayton lives a simple life, go to work, take care of his daughter, and try to stay out of trouble. He has had enough trouble on his doorstep, due to his gambling addiction, he lost his job as a police officer. He now works as a repo man with some interesting coworkers. When he’s not at work or with his daughter, you can find him at “The Ruby Skull,” the bar underneath his apartment. Clayton is trying to better his life but when he gets mixed into some cartel business, that’s not always the easiest thing to do. Will the cartel mess up Clayton’s life even more or can he keep it all together?
Wow, action packed and a great story! The characters were unique. This mystery thriller kept me on my toes and had me hanging out to every word. This is the first book I’ve read from this author but will be added more of his work to my list! Very well written and I can’t wait to read more from this author!
Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Having read and enjoyed the previous books in this series, I was looking forward to this fourth instalment, and I was not disappointed. I was yet again hooked from start to finish and it was lovely being back with our heroine, Emma, and Jeremy, as they go off on adventures to solve crimes and mysteries. Due to the wonderful descriptive narrative I was transported back to 1887, to Chicago, where Emma and Jeremy are chasing bank robbers. The pair get caught up in a train wreck and have to get help from a nearby town, all whilst avoiding injuries themselves. Never one to be bored, once they are home and recovered, Emma finds a new case whilst looking through the newspaper. When a second case turns up Jeremy steps in, but they soon become entangled in each other’s cases. Whilst Emma’s case involves a missing husband and murder, Jeremy is looking into child labour and possible sabotage. They both quickly learn that things are not as they appear in either case, and have to make tough decisions. I was fully immersed in the storyline and the plot twists kept me gripped. The story is fairly fast paced and the main characters are so well defined that Emma and Jeremy feel like old friends. I hope there will be a book five!
Bake Happy by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is such great addition to this series and it was so nice to be drawn back into the world of this character. I have found it so easy to get lost in her story and she is really a wonderful character. This whole series has been heartwarming and this book just rounds that off.
The author has created something absolutely perfect for her intended audience and has also created something that will appeal to many. This book is thoroughly enjoyable and one I am glad I read.
Jester by Brielle D. Porter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was amazing. I was hooked from the first paragraph. The author takes you on a journey filled with different elements such as magic and competition. I was taken on a rollercoaster that I will gladly ride again. The characters were absolutely amazing. I highly recommend this book.
Ashes of Sin and Stardust by Lindsay Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Hold onto your hats- with permission from your Master! Ashes of Sin and Stardust will propel you into a world you may not otherwise visit.
Reuben and Alice come alive amongst the pages Lindsay Murray has written. Their tale of betrayals, love and trust brings them together. Alice must overcome her demons to truly trust Reuben. Reuben’s efforts to tame Alice, help him to overcome his demons as well.
This book is not for the faint of heart, and Ms. Murray makes a point to let the reader know before the adventure begins. If you’re looking for not your average romance novel, this is it!
Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book begins with a bang! Emma and Jeremy wake up after a train crash and have to ferret out the robbers they were seeking. Once found, they realize that there is more going on than just a simple robbery. The treachery runs deeper. They return home to some normalcy, only to find their fathers past has come back into town! With one father speculative on the newcomer and one welcoming, how will it all pan out? Can the new person be trusted? What will the fall out of their return cause? As the mysteries continue to roll in and be solved, the family finds themselves working together more and more to find the truth in all of their cases.
I enjoy reading these books! Emma and her family are all relatable characters. They are presented in a very down to earth manner and very believable. I like how they all have meetings and dinners together to discuss how to solve cases. And even when they can’t share the details, they still support each other the best that they can. As an added bonus, the author also puts the recipes they discuss in the book at the back!
Kara Shieldmaiden of Eire by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I couldn’t not read this series fast enough. I read all four books back-to-back, I could not put it down. I really hope there will be more to these stories. This book continues on with Finn and his brother’s adventures. This book was written more on Karas adventures of becoming a Viking warrior. This book was so well written with the adventures and events that were happening that I really had to remind myself that dragons and the supernatural aren’t real. The way that the Norse mythological is written is so amazing, I absolutely love this type of stuff, and could not get enough of it from this book. Vikings, Adventure, supernatural, Norse gods, Fantasy, historical events there was so much in this book that it did not disappoint. i couldn’t put this series down. I highly recommend these books. And cant wait to see if there will be more from this author.
Scandalously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was such a great read by a great author. It’s the first one of this series that I have read and am now searching out the previous books (I seem to be saying that a lot lately).
I wasn’t sure what to expect with this read but I loved it. A bit of medical, chemistry, agendas and secrets. A great mix.
I didn’t feel that I had missed anything by reading only this book in the series and it stood alone quite well… of course once you read it; you’ll want to read the others.
Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
A supernatural murder mystery with a bit of romance. New York City is under siege, by a serial killer designated as The Bathtub Murderer. Roberta is NYPD Detective and Max is a veteran detective, who team up to solve the case. As the story progresses Bobbi (Roberta) and Max begin to have feelings for each other. They must be careful that this doesn’t complicate the situation and put Bobbi in harms way. But she is faced with walking the line with life and death – between two worlds.
Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
So Clayton didn’t really grow up with the best role model for a father and he’s determined to do better and becomes a cop and all seems well but then the gambling monster takes over and he looses not only his job but his family , a very hard price to pay .
Clayton may have made mistakes in the past but everyone deserves another chance , right ? So he’s got a job , his family back and it just may be coming together for him ….
I feel sorry for Clayton he’s really trying hard but life just keeps throwing curve balls at him , what seemed like a stable job is now not so kosher , his boss is involved with the cartel , both his father and sister are coming at him from different angles and then the FBI wants a piece of him as well , good grief something has got to give !
All I’m going to say is expect the unexpected because all is definitely not as it seems . Despite the thrills and chills this book gave me it also allowed me to be sympathetic…
I think I’d like to read some more ❣️📕
Unbreakable Darkness by L.M. Preston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was so clever with how it was written, and the paranormal aspect of it was very much done perfectly. The book brought on a lot of intrigue and kept me guessing all the way through!
Reading about Dexter was amazing! I loved his backstory and learning about him, who he was and is, and what his whole story line was about! The book intrigued me, as well as kept me interested. and I kept on reading to see what would happen next! Something I love that the amazing author does in their books, is how each character’s story in a book relates to another. I think it is creative and very clever! Honestly this author is amazing at all they do and create! I love this series and this book! Truly love it!
I cannot say enough good things about this amazing author and the stories that they create! Each one leaves me wanting more. You must read this book and series for sure! Highly recommend!
Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have been a loyal fan of this author and series for quite some time now! Each book you get to go on a grand mystery that is afoot, and see great moments and action and work alongside Emma to get to the bottom of the mystery! This one is currently my favorite, there was so much to enjoy!
Emma and Jeremy certainly have come along way with this installment I must say! I loved their character development and moments of being together that also involved working together. What intrigued me with book, was that I should have not of expected what I expected. There were a lot of surprises and things I didn’t even take a count for! The writing as always was perfect, and I was swept away! Loved it!
Amazing series, and if you have not followed Emma from the start, I suggest you do so! I loved this series and installment so very much! A must read, and one that I very highly recommend!
Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the Mind by Ryan M. Becker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really interesting and thought provoking read. The author does an amazing job of transporting us through the use of poetry. There are many sensitive issues in this books such as dealing with mental health and pain tha life throws our way.
Each poem is unique in length and style but they are all captivating and allows the reader a glimpse into the author’s mind, and world.
I wasn’t sure what to expect with a book about poetry but the authors writing style and the uniqueness of each poem made me read from cover to cover.
The artistic way the author writes makes the reader feel fully captivated by the story of this person’s life and their outlook on things.
Well worth getting lost in the authors world for a while.
The Blood Prince by Ayla Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I found this book to quite entertaining. Leo is doing his best to care for his family. He is suffering blackmail by boss. The challenges and drama abound within the whole story. I was wrapped up in the story from the beginning. Leo is they type of character that pulls you in by engaging. I found my favorite parts where watching Leo trying to protect his family. Everything he did was for them. It’s a wonderful debut book and I hope to see more from this author.
Unbreakable Darkness by L.M. Preston
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
“Dex’s father took his hand, tried to pull the ring off again. ‘It’s the ring! Where’d you get this? It’s evil magic.” That sentence explains the story. I love a good book that can pull you in and just keep stringing you along to the end. This one did just that by keeping the story adventurous and challenging. The family and school drama itself made for some wonderful writing. The series will flow better if you read the first book in the series. This book is #1.5 in the order. The way the story pretty much picks up and continues from the last book is smooth sailing. The author throws in a few plot twists that can surprise you. What makes the book great is that the story picks up but the POV changes. Fantastic tale that left me with a cliffhanger. Time to read the next book. If you love paranormal romance, you might like this. It is geared to young adults but the adults enjoy it too.
Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is one heck of an adventure. I found that the adventure just grabs you from the beginning. Troy is still my favorite character. He’s trying to adjust from being out of prison and finds himself fighting a war. Non-stop action, great dialogue, intriguing characters all make for a winner. This is book 2 of the series and I’m looking forward to reading book 3.
Blood Sector by Lexi C. Foss
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is an incredible story. The characters are very well-developed and well-written. There is lots of conversation in this story, whether it’s inner chatter or among others. Kieran and Quinn have an amazing chemistry. The secrets being kept from the other and the challenges they are trying to overcome keep you roped in from the very start of the book. I found the plot to an intriguing tale with many twists along the way. Though written as a stand alone, I will be looking for the others in this series. This was my first foray into the Omegaverse and I’m enjoying the ride so far. Great book. I highly recommend.
Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Set in the period of 1880’s Chicago, Emma and her beau Jeremy solve mysteries together. Let me tell you, this book starts off with a bang and never lets up! We find Emma and Jeremy are victims of a train wreck and soon find out why the train was sabotaged. As Emma gets help from a town close by, she can help the survivors of the train wreck and collect the money they were seeking. Upon returning home, Emma finds herself wrapped up in a new mystery she found in the newspaper and Jeremy is looking into child labor and sabotage of the glass factory that hires and abuses the children. We find out more about Jeremy’s mother and the relationship between their two fathers. Wow, it’s an explosive story for sure.
I appreciate this cute little book in the Notebook Mysteries Series. I just adore the relationship between Emma and Jeremy and find them to almost be the perfect couple supporting each other along the way. The characters are so well-written and easy to identify with. The story does not let up for a moment as we travel along with Emma to solves the mysteries and to keep her family intact. Such a great clean read and the best part of the story is that the main character is a very strong female knife wielding lead. Most enticing aspect was where Emma learned her knife skills from. A definite must read for a day at the beach or lounging around the pool. The words just flow off the page and images of bustles, horse drawn carriages, and Pinkerton agents just filled my head with delightful images. Mullins has done it again!
Kara Shieldmaiden of Eire by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
~ Fantastical Viking Tale, Enchanting, Historical, War~
As our young heroes mature along their own story lines, the Agneson clan is wrought in war and epic challenges no one could have anticipated. The hidden folk present a new set of hurdles I really wasn’t expecting to see, but am totally here for. They each have transformation that propels them further into their own destiny’s.
Kara is my favorite character by far, which of course makes this my favorite installment in this saga (at least until the next one comes out…) Each sibling has such a unique role and character, I just love to see how Jay develops them naturally and so independently as well. It can be hard to keep up with names and places, especially if you are jumping in on book #4, but he actually does a really good job of making the distinctions in a way you can follow/remember.
The Forerunner series is an epic tale I am so glad that I picked up, and will definitely be putting these up on display and hopefully sharing with my friends. I can easily see myself re-reading and dog earing the pages (when I buy the hard-copy) to remember the laughter, heartache, and sheer epic-ness of this saga. My only question is…Is the next one out yet?!?
Reviewed by @taylorkstephenson
Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
have loved this series so much. I never knew how much I needed the Mafia in my life until these books. Mia is a New York mob boss’s daughter who just wants out. Not of the mafia just from away from her family. Safe. For that to happen she needs protection. Nico is fine on his own, or at least he thought he was. Mia is a force all her own and she wants Nico. Will he take her up on her offer? I am so sad that this series is over. I see me rereading them in the future!
Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
As Emma carries on from the third book, she is thrown into the world of bank robbers, while trying to find them they are pushed into trying to survive a horrific train wreck, but can they live a quiet life or get bored and want more adventures, you need to read to find out.
Emma and Jeremy have settled into life, but Emma is becoming increasing bored and with her new hobby scouring the papers for cases life will inevitable get more interesting, as Emma starts a case her time becomes more and more taken up and engages Jeremy to help with a second case but when there is a twist and both cases become entangled can the duo work to solve the cases.
There is just something about these stories where you can just let your self indulge within the pages and just let your imagination go wild. Emma as a character is brilliantly written and already the story is set within the 1800’s there is a modern feel to the character. Her relationship with Jeremy has grown in each book and that the feelings shown in each story feels you are on the growth with them and are invested in the outcome.
The story as always was well written and has you intrigued and involved with ever twist and turn which comes your way. This can be read as a stand-alone book but to be fair it is probably better if you read the first three books as you get to understand the dynamic of the characters and the progression they have made. I hope this series continues with more adventures and twists, can wait.
Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Emma receives a strange request that previous client has left a inheritance and that she needs to get to New York to review the business and papers. So, a trip is organised, and she invites Jeremy along were they start to become closer and need to understand how their relationship will develop as they are locked in a society which frowns upon co-habitation without marriage.
They are thrown into task along the way which uncovers more than they are expecting but allows Emma to continue with her business and to expand her team, but when a new case lands which has them looking into murder, kidnapping and much more, can they solve the case and also help out a friend in need all trying to navigate their feelings for each other, you will need to read.
I love this series, Emma’s character is a kick ass woman in an era of conservative views and propriety, but the author navigates this with a understanding and not patronising, this story is well written and draws you into the mysteries as you follow Emma within the story. This story is full of action and intrigue and with the added aspect of Jeremy the love interest it keeps you reading till the last page. I love the interaction between the character of Jeremy and Emma as they are trying to try to have a relationship, they both would like but trying to bypass the traditions of society is challenging within their relationship but is relatable to society today in a way.
This the third book in the series and although I believe you could read as a stand-alone story there are some recurring characters from the other books and history which may be useful in this next instalment but as I say not necessary for your enjoyment in this story. I would recommend this book if you liked the thrill of a mystery with a ton of action and twists and turns which have you feeling you are involved in the action.
Can wait to read the next story in this brilliant series.
Notebook Mysteries ~ Unexpected Outcomes by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you haven’t read any of Emma’s adventures you may just be missing out. This book starts off with Emma and Jeremy having been in a train accident. They were on a case trying to get back some silver that had recently been stolen. Once those robbers were apprehended they headed back to Chicago to be put on a couple more cases. These characters are so interwoven yet independent which, for the time period these stories are set in, I find fascinating. Emma gets to be a strong female character and show off her amazing detective skills and logical thinking. The author has been doing a great job keeping her readers engaged. I look forward to starting the next book as soon as I find some time.
