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Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1) by Jessica Berg – Review by Lauren West

Murder Most Pemberley (Eliza Darcy Mysteries Book 1)Murder Most Pemberley by Jessica Berg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a very fun murder mystery!
Delightful whodunit with a varying cast of characters. Eliza herself is fun and quirky, and her great aunt was hilarious. As we travel the countryside trying to figure the mystery you definitely get that Jane Austin modern day feeI. I enjoyed reading this store with a blanket and a cup of tea and bonus points because it was raining out!

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Shake Down (First Coast Thriller Book 1) by Armand Rosamilia – Review by Daryian Lucas

Shake Down (First Coast Thriller Series)Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.7/5 stars
This is my first read by this author and I can’t wait for more. The first chapter made me really excited to read the rest of the book! The rest of the book made me really excited to read the rest of the series, lol. The book builds momentum and keeps you very engaged from start to finish. It’s well written and not jumpy or boring.

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Ritual Obsession (Blood Obsession Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Brandy Vaughn

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

New York City is under siege, by a diabolical serial killer designated as The Bathtub Murderer, which I thought was unique. This mystery-romantic suspense gives the reader plenty of action, romance, voodoo rituals, graphic depictions of both consensual and nonconsensual sex, and murder.

This story has excellent strong female lead characters. You empathize for them when they go through heartbreak and traumatizing experiences. The storyline is sometimes emotionally intense, as it touches on the subject of murder, sexual assault and the aftermath of surviving sexual assault. Please be advised that many readers may find the story disturbing and/or triggering. The author does include a trigger warning at the beginning of the book, which is appreciated.

This is an excellent start to the series and reminds me of the In Death series by J.D. Robb without the setting in the future! I look forward to reading more in the Blood Obsession series!
Reviewed by @bilberrysweet
Brandy Vaughn, August 2022
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Rivals (Mafia Elite Book 7) by Amy McKinley – Review by Rachel Moss

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

This was a really good read! Not only was it romantic, but it was thrilling and action packed as well! This was a very fast paced read, and a shorter read so I was able to finish it fairly quickly. While I liked this book, I’m not sure how I feel on the whole about it being the finale in the Mafia Elite series. I know she says at the end that there will be spin-off series from these books that feature these characters but I just really feel like she left this series a little open ended. And maybe that’s just me not wanting them to end! Either way this was a great book! It is a standalone, you DON’T have to read the previous books but it makes more sense if you do.

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Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost to Love Book 1) by Hazel Storm Review By Katrina Evanochko

Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost To Love, #1)Remember to Forget Me by Hazel Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wesley and Addison are old schoolmates with a budding romance when a traumatic event changes everything. Wesley loses his memory of the previous 6 months – the entire time he knows Addison – and Addison is pushed out of his life. 10 years later, they cross paths again and Addison has to decide if she tells him the truth or not, and there is someone actively trying to prevent them from seeing each other again.

I enjoyed this sweet second chance romance. Addison and Wesley were interesting characters whose chemistry is off the charts. You don’t find out immediately what the traumatic event was. You see glimpses of it, and don’t get the full picture until well into the book, but it was well done. The cast of supporting characters was great as well, though I wish we learned more about Malcom, he intrigued me!

The one thing that I am still not sure how I feel about is what happens when everything comes to light and Wesley sees the cause of the event 10 years before. I feel like it was glossed over a bit, but I also don’t know what I would want to see happen.

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Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Skylar Daniels

Key To His HeartKey To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Key To His Heart is an emotionally gripping, single-parent contemporary romance when the past meets the present. Unconditional love is tested when devastating truths are revealed. This is the first book that I have read from this author and I was not disappointed. I immediately fell in love with this book from the very first chapter. I could not put this book down until I had finished it. The plot, the wonderful characters, everything was written amazing. This book had me feeling all kinds of emotions. It took me a emotional roller coaster that i want ride over and over again. I felt a connection with the characters, I was able to see and feel everything they were. I wish I had a time machine where I could go back and re read this book again for the first time and experience everything again.

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Goddess of Everything: A Blood-Curdling Tale of Truth, Freedom, and Love by Paul DeBlassie III – Review by Skylar Daniels

Goddess of EverythingGoddess of Everything by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Goddess of Everything: A Blood-Curdling Tale of Truth, Freedom, and Love, by Paul DeBlassie III, is the first book that I have read from this author. I’ve never been into horror or thriller or religious books, but this book had me hooked. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. The authors writing style is phenomenal. I was immediately captured within the first chapter.
Its horror but not really the nightmare type kind where you’ll wake up in the middle of the night screaming. The evil as some people would say wasn’t evil to quite a few of the characters. It was just evil in its own way. When hiding something that is evil inside something that is good, a ying Yang type of situation. But it seems like not everyone could do such a thing. Its interesting to see how people think of things like that in a way. This was a very well written book and I would recommend it for anyone to read.

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Shake Down (First Coast Thriller Book 1) by Armand Rosamilia – Review by Ashley Mertz

Shake Down (First Coast Thriller Series)Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shake Down
Armand Rosamilia
4 Star Review

Following a gambling addiction that causes his family to fall apart, ex-Cop Clayton Conway is repossessing boats and automobiles in order to raise his daughter and pay for his tiny apartment. When he repossesses a speedboat that belongs to the Orenato cartel his family and friends are in danger. Determined to do whatever it takes Conway will keep his loved ones safe.

Shake Down is the first book in the First Coast Thriller Series. This thriller mystery is an edge of your seat kind of read. Rosamilia engages his readers with his realistic storylines and relatable characters. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a quick paced, enjoyable thriller. I can’t wait to see what is in store for book two.

Reviewed by @ashleymertz
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Stone Sober (A Hawke Family Book 3) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Colleen Noyes

Stone Sober (Hawke Family #3)Stone Sober by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stone Sober by Gwyn McNamee is the third book in the Hawke series and by far my favorite. The story has so much suspense, action, and storyline that brings all of the previous books together. There is romance, steamy sex scenes, and tearjerker moments.

This book feels like it has more storytelling than any of the previous books and it makes it highly incredible. I could not put this book down from start to finish and had to read it in one sitting because it was that amazing. You will fall in love with both Stone and Nora as individuals but also will grasp what makes them them. They both have been running from big secrets for a long time and those come to a head but nothing will prepare you for the biggest secret of all. I highly recommend that you read the entire series starting with book one to enhance your reading pleasure.

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Love’s Mulligan (Stroke of Love Book 1) by CA Miconi – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Love's MulliganLove’s Mulligan by C.A. Miconi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging, second chance at love romance, which kept me happily turning the pages. Kellie is the event coordinator for a Vegas hotel, and she’s excited to be in charge of planning a celebrity wedding, for Mila, a well known swimsuit model. However, her past comes back to haunt her when she learns that the groom is Harrison Hayes, the golden guy of golf, and Kellie’s high school sweetheart. Harrison left both their small town and Kellie behind to explore his bright future in golf, breaking her heart in the process. Unfortunately seeing Harrison again stirs up all her old feelings, but she’s determined to be professional, after all he’s getting married and her career in hospitality management is at risk if the wedding doesn’t go perfectly.
Harrison can’t believe that his wedding coordinator is the girl who got away, and the one he still loves, Kellie. In order to gain some tour sponsors and lucrative endorsement deals, Harrison’s publicity team have arranged for him to get married in order to improve his image. He reluctantly goes along with the plan, but that was before Kellie came back into his life. Harrison needs to convince Kellie that he never stopped loving her, and that it’s her he wants to marry. This is a heartwarming romance, which had me hooked from page one. Both Kellie and Harrison are likeable and relatable characters, who’s chemistry came across in the narrative. I felt immersed in the story, and I was cheering the couple on hoping they would get their HEA.

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The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Kerry Baker

The Colors of Love (Colors Trilogy, #2)The Colors of Love by K.R. Raye
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved this second book in the series, the continuation of these characters and their stories. I thought this book was even better than the first, and I was pulled back into the story straight away. I couldn’t wait to see what the author did with the story and what was next for the three friends.
This book is just as well written as the first and I found myself even more drawn to the characters than before. I really like how it feels like you truly get to know these characters with each passing page. I have enjoyed everything about this series so far and I cannot wait to read the next book.

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Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost to Love Book 1) by Hazel Storm Review By Kerry Baker

Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost To Love, #1)Remember to Forget Me by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book from the moment I started reading. Wesley and Addison go through such a journey together to get to where they are and I loved watching it. Even after their years apart the chemistry between them was undeniable. I wanted them to find a way to make things work, even with everything between them.
I thought the author did an amazing job at injecting emotion into every part of this book. You really do feel like you are on an emotional rollercoaster as the story progresses. This is a fantastic book and I would recommend it to any fan of this genre.

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Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost to Love Book 1) by Hazel Storm Review By Jenique Bornman

Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost To Love, #1)Remember to Forget Me by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading this book there’s NO WAY you’ll be able to say that you do not believe in kismet.
Two children meet by chance, then just when they admit they’re feelings to themselves BAM!! a brutal event rips them apart….. But luckily fate has a different plan for these two….
A chance meeting brings them face to face and then….. well you’ll just have to read it to find out.

This book should be turned into a movie!! It was absolutely amazing. The storyline is absolutely perfect and the characters are beautifully written.
Definitely on my top 10 list for 2022

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Remember to Forge Me(Too Lost to Love Book 1) by Hazel Storm- review by Heather Knalls

Remember to Forget Me (Too Lost To Love, #1)Remember to Forget Me by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Addison has been following Wesley since she was 13 when they went to high school together. Wesley and Addison became two peas in a pod in the 6 months they spent together until a tragic accident. Wesley lost his memories of those 6 months they spent together. He went on to become a big star, but things are starting to somewhat fall apart. He runs into Addison at his lawyers office and believes he knows her and goes after her only to find out he doesn’t. He is starting to remember the accident, but is that a good thing or a bad thing? Can the things Addison feels she has done help him or will it makes things harder for them both?

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Ashes of Sin and Stardust (AnchorX) by Lindsay Murray – Review by Piper Foster

Ashes of Sin and StardustAshes of Sin and Stardust by Lindsay Murray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic book. Alice and Rebuen are great characters. It a good BDSM ertoic novel which focuses on the highs and lows of this lifestyle. Whilst Alice and Rebuen realtionships progresses we and treated with some extreme instese scences which happens in these Dom and Sub realtionships.

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the MindEuphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the Mind by Ryan M. Becker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a wonderful collection of readings! I loved the poems this book held and possessed, it was work and words that really connected to me, and made me feel and think things.

The poems this collection had were not just empty words being thrown randomly onto a page and hoping it sounds good. It was full of a heart’s creation, and a feeling and devotion towards life itself. I am someone who has gone through my own mental health stuff here and there, and these poems were enlightening and beautiful, and the words I read, feelings I felt, really were uplifting and heartfelt. I know for a fact I will be re-reading this collection time and time again. I find the words can really help someone who’s struggling, or just wants to feel that connection, so yes, I truly loved the work and wonders this wonderful author has created!

I love poems, but these hit me deep. I look forward to future work by this gifted author, this collection and book is not one to be passed up, a must read for everyone no matter where your path of life is. Highly recommend this must read book and this wonderful author!

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The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Lorrene Huisman

The Colors of Love (Colors Trilogy, #2)The Colors of Love by K.R. Raye
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was very excited to read book 2 in this wonderful series, the first book was amazing from start to finish. So I had high hopes when I picked this one up, and needless to say, I was not disappointed! The amazing author created a sensational story once again, and I could not put this one down either.

I loved that this book continued the characters and what happened in the first, and continued. I enjoyed that we got to read about Lance and his story this time around. I really felt for him. And everything he was going through, as well as endured. The book really makes you feel a lot of emotions. Even when they’re painful, you don’t want to turn away, you want more, you want to feel. That’s the power this book and author can have over you. It’s rare and with its power, it’s enlightening as well. The story and writing is captivating. I love how I have the ability to connect with the lead character each book surrounds. I really love that. The book was amazing, and I felt so much! I couldn’t put it down! Loved it!

This author really has captured my interest since the first book in the series, and I know my interest will continue to be held. This book and series gives so much, it is impossible not to enjoy it! Wonderful read, highly recommend this must read book, series and author!

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Love’s Mulligan (Stroke of Love Book 1) by CA Miconi – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Love's MulliganLove’s Mulligan by C.A. Miconi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story had captivated me right from the start. I could not put this one down, or even turn away, even if it seemed like a short time. The story had an entrancing story, as well as characters that kept you interested and gave myself as a reader, a longing for more.

The story had that small town type of feel but with dreams and love attached to it. If you had everything except from the one your heart holds most dear, do you really have everything?
This book really gave me the feels, it gave the hurt of the past, as well as the present, and as well what the future could be if the decision to leave love behind again was to happen. What I enjoyed was seeing the hope in these characters. Even what held them back seemed to be the strongest force, hope reigned above all. The story was beautifully written, and the author really knew how to pull the reader in, a sensational author! Loved it!

Again, this story really captivated me all the way through, and I could not put this beauty down. I loved and enjoyed it with all my heart and soul! Highly recommend this must read!

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The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan – Review by Bethany Rollins

The Girl Who EscapedThe Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a book that will hook you into the plot from the first chapter and keep your emotions on edge. Angie is faced with a series of traumas that knock her silent and scared. Brenda is sent to by the FBI to be her victim advocate and requests the assistance of Jake and his K-9 trained companion, Cody. With the help of this trio, Angie is able to break her silence and seek revenge on the man that killed her friends. I loved how the storyline unraveled and all the twists and turns kept me turning the page. While I loved the book, the ending left me wanting more closure for some of the characters.

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Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Moriah Venable

Key To His HeartKey To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I went into this expecting a cute romance. When I finished, I was so emotional and in awe of the story.

Katrina moves to small town Golden Crest to start over after a divorce with her baby Toby. Sometime after moving, she meets a man that she inexplicably drawn to. While she does want him, she is also afraid of sharing her secrets.

A former NFL player, TJ is now a chemist teacher and coach for the local football team. When he meets Katrina and Toby, he feels like he has finally found what he has been looking for: a family.

Katrina starts acting peculiar and he isn’t sure if he should give her space or stay.

I’ve read a lot of romances but this will stay with me. This is a story that I will remember from time to time and read over and over again.

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The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Shannen Kern

The Colors of Love (Colors Trilogy, #2)The Colors of Love by K.R. Raye
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was completely absorbed throughout this entire book. While I had reservations from the first in the series, the second one has blown me away! Very rarely do I find a series that gets so much better after the first book. This dives deeper into each storyline, and I loved it!

Our favorite trio are back in college after traumatic events, and they are trying to find a way to support each other but still get on with their lives. Lance is doing everything he can to protect his girls and keep his eye on the ball, but something keeps nagging in the back of his mind. Imani continues to be close with her group and finds a new task in challenging her limiting stance on racial issues as well as finding a man that can keep up with her. Melody keeps settling for much less than she deserves but her friends just can’t reach her to snap her out of it. Will any of them make the progress they want or are they bound to stay unhappy with only each other to rely on?

This was a twisting, turning, wonderful story to read and I am reaching for the third in the trilogy right now. You will not be disappointed picking this up because you won’t want to put it down!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Jenni Bishop

Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the MindEuphoric 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

3.5 stars

This book is as eclectic and intriguing as its title and its author. Ryan entertains us with his sarcasm, wit and dry sense of humour in light of dealing with pain, mental health issues and life in general with comedic poetry. The poems come at us in all colours, shapes and sizes and rhythms.

You never know what you are going to get. There is something for all the senses except taste and I am sure if Ryan could have done it, he would have.

It is clear he has had a difficult journey and made it out the other side, a little battered and bruised along with some scars but nevertheless he survived.

Having dealt with mental illness I could relate to some of things in this book.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Colors of Love (Colors Trilogy, #2)The Colors of Love by K.R. Raye
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

Trigger warning – there is domestic violence/an abusive relationship.

I strongly suggest you read these books in order as the end of the first book is the start of this book. The Colors of Love is the second book in this contemporary romance trilogy.

Melody, Imani and Lance are back after surviving the horrors and still trying to cope with what happened in the first book. Their friendship is still strong but they find themselves with more horrors and hardships that test them. This book is Lance’s story but it seemed that Imani had a more starring role. This another journey through good times and bad times and times that will test themselves and their friendship.

There is a lot going on in this book and lots of characters showing up. There are so many emotions in this story. There is also a bit of everything going on with lies and deceit, angst and sadness, suicide and angst, drama and grief, heartache, love, jealousy and turmoil. There is racism, violence and suicide and interracial relationships and more. It is an engaging story that tackles a lot of issues and keep the pages turning.

I wonder what the third book will bring.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Shake Down (First Coast Thriller Book 1) by Armand Rosamilia – Review by Desiree Ottinger

Shake DownShake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Clayton is a man that has made some really bad life decisions but is doing his best to correct his past mistakes. Growing up with a father that was well known for his criminal connections and prolific lifestyle wasn’t easy. He became a cop and was doing well, until his gambling problem cost him his job and his family. Now, three years later, he’s working for a repo company, keeping his head down, trying to win his family back, and get his job back in law enforcement. When his boss involves him in a boat repo of a drug cartel, he finds himself being approached by the FBI. And as if that wasn’t crazy enough, suddenly, his sister- that spells out trouble every time she’s around- is back in town. Between the FBI pursuing him, his sister’s cryptic conversations, and his dad coming up again, he’s not sure which way is up. Can Clayton-not Clay- help the FBI, and figure out his sister before all is lost? Or is this just the beginning of something greater than him?

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I could envision each character as the story played out. His boss and coworkers were all believable. The author did an excellent job writing the struggles of each character and their thought processes. I appreciated that Clayton started realizing that it wasn’t just the gambling that was the problem, but his selfishness and self-loathing that makes him unapproachable to others. When he really starts to look past himself and see others, that is when he truly starts to change and see what has been right in front of him for the last three years.

This is the first of many books, I hope!

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Love’s Mulligan (Stroke of Love Book 1) by CA Miconi – Review by Jenni Bishop

Love's MulliganLove’s Mulligan by C.A. Miconi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love’s Mulligan is the first book in CA’s new series Stroke of Love. I have read a few other books by this author and have enjoyed each journey. It is a sweet interracial contemporary romance tale.

The story takes place in the bright city lights of Vegas for high profile celebrities’ nuptials. Sparks fly when two people from a small town come back into each other’s lives at the most inopportune time. This second chance romance has lots of emotions, some angst, hurt and pain but love shines through. Now they only have to make it happen can past hurt be left behind to start anew. The characters are realistic, easy to connect with.

With her reputation at stake, she needs to make sure everything goes off without a hitch. The only problem is she has to do it all for the one who left her behind.

He left town without looking back to pursue his dreams. Now his past is staring him in the face and he needs her to take another chance on him.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 1) by MK Harkins – Review by Shelly Kittell

Ashes (Modern-Day Fairy Tale, #1)Ashes by M.K. Harkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a wonderfully original retelling of Cinderella. I found the story to be relevant to today’s world. Ashley is a strong and brave young woman. She has a battle ahead and she takes nothing. I found the interactions with the characters, such as the M & M’s, Veronica, Laura, and Harry James were so relatable. The plot twist of solving the poisoning and attempted murders was a great twist. A fun read for any age. I’m looking forward to reading more from this author in this series.

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Watcher (Star-Crossed Celestials Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Jerricka Brown

Watcher (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet #1)Watcher by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was great. It was packed with so much action and detail. I could not put it down. I love the focus on romance. The author really made a great world in this book. So many aspects that I cannot wait to read more. I am now a fan of this series and author.

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The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Shelly Kittell

The Colors of Love (Colors Trilogy, #2)The Colors of Love by K.R. Raye
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 2 of this amazing series. The author has done another outstanding job with her writing. Lance, Imani, and Melody are still trying to deal with the aftereffects of the trauma and the choices they make in their life. I found the story to feel truly realistic and original. You can feel your own heart palpitating at some of the action in the book. At some times, you feel the angst or other feelings that they go through. The plot is well-written, with even a few twists thrown in. I found the characters relatable. I was engrossed in the story right from the start. I cannot wait to start book 3. Well, done!

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Ouroboros (Antipodes Book 3) by T.S. Simons – Review by Jerricka Brown

Ouroboros (Antipodes #3)Ouroboros by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was amazing. It is a great way to continue the series. I couldn’t put it down. There were so many different elements in this story. From friendship to romance to mystery and adventure.I felt like I was there searching, wanting more. I am so happy that I found this awesome series by such an awesome, talented author.

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Love’s Mulligan (Stroke of Love Book 1) by CA Miconi – Review by Shelly Kittell

Love's MulliganLove’s Mulligan by C.A. Miconi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a beautiful love story. Kellie and Harrison were torn apart when they were younger but due to circumstances were brought together for a fake wedding. I found the storyline of second chances very endearing because they really needed one. Everything seemed to be a challenge working again them but they worked hard at it. Seeing the family work together was heartwarming. The characters were very touching and well-developed. My favorite part was a reunion between her and her dad. A quick read that will touch your heart. I can’t wait to read more from this author.

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