For anyone who enjoys “fated mate” werewolf books, this is a REALLY good one! Even though it follows that pretty common theme, it still manages to be engaging and interesting. There are twists and turns and plenty of steamy romance. Highly recommended, and while it can be read on its own, I would suggest reading the other books so you get to know all the characters better. I think this might be the best one of the series!
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This book was so much better than I expected! I assumed it would be like most books geared towards middle schoolers – a bit fluffy and cheesy. But it actually does a great job hitting on some deeper topics while still being a great, easy and enjoyable read! Definitely recommend for middle and high school readers, but adults would enjoy it too (I know I did)!
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I really enjoyed this book! It’s a cute, short little read. However it’s still able to be interesting and develop a good story. Definitely worth a read if you want something short and sweet!
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This is such a good series! Anyone who enjoys fantasy series would enjoy this easy read. Sometimes these kinds of books can get… repetitive/overdone by the third or fourth book, but not this one. This might actually be the best book in the entire series. It definitely leaves you wanting more! Highly recommended.
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This book was an excellent ending to a very good series. Even though it was bittersweet that it was coming to the end, it did a wonderful job at wrapping up loose ends and bringing the series to a satisfying conclusion (even though I definitely still wanted more of these characters). If you enjoy paranormal/fantasy romances, this is definitely a series for you. I would highly recommend it, you’ll fly through all three books all too quickly!
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This book continues the adventures of Tally and her Angel from book one. This book is definitely just as good as the first one! The characters are entertaining, as is the story, and the writing is easy and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend this book to young fantasy lovers, and I would highly recommend reading the first book if you haven’t already!
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I really enjoyed this book. While above everything, it was a fantasy novel, it was so much more than that. It kind of felt like a mix of many popular genres: action, romance, fantasy, it has it all! This was definitely a unique take on the “magic powers” trope, which was entertaining on its own, but it also had great world and character building! I would definitely recommend it as a fun, easy read.
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As an avid fantasy reader, I tend to enjoy religious-themed fantasy novels as well. This was no exception. While it’s definitely written for middle-school aged readers, it’s done well enough to still be enjoyable as an adult. This is definitely the type of book that I would have LOVED when I was younger. Short, cute, and entertaining, I would definitely recommend it for younger fantasy readers!
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This is definitely a unique take on the old “magic user” trope. I liked the concept a lot, and it definitely checked the boxes for a good fantasy/adventure novel. However, the writing wasn’t necessarily my style. It’s not bad by any means, it’s just a bit much for someone who prefers fluffy reads – the whole thing gives me a sort of Game of Thrones vibe (which is a very popular series, just not my thing). The characters were complex and interesting and I thought it was a good story that started out a bit slow. I saw some people didn’t finish the book but I think if you push past the beginning, it gets more enjoyable. Definitely will be interested to see where the next book takes us!
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This is a classic YA fantasy novel – it has the character and world building, the magic, everything. It took me a few days to get into, but it is a very good page-turning, easy read once you do. There is a bit of time-jumping, but it is important for building a backstory, and it is done in a way that makes sense, it isn’t jarring or anything. Once you get past that part, the story develops beautifully. If you enjoy fantasy books, definitely give this one a shot!
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The action continues with Scott and Zelda in book 3 of the series. If you thought the first two were full of twists and turns, buckle up because this book has you in for a bumpy ride! I would highly recommend reading the first two books before attempting this one, as there is a lot of backstory that will add to the emotion of this one. Overall a very good addition to the series, though definitely not for the emotionally faint of heart!
If you enjoyed book 1, you will definitely enjoy this one as well! It continues with our favorite characters from Peaceful Slumber, Scott and Zelda, but follows new characters this time around. While you don’t have to read the first book to follow this one, it definitely adds to it. Like the first, there are many twists and turns that you won’t see coming! It’s another enjoyable read that I would highly recommend!
This book uses a somewhat common theme – the ability to communicate with and see the dead. However, it spins this theme into an unexpected romance, and it works better than you would think! I enjoyed this easy read, especially how the two characters, Scott and Zelda, developed throughout the books. Both had satisfying stories and character growth, and there were twists that I definitely didn’t expect! There were times that I thought the book was over and questions were being left unanswered, but all the loose ends were tied up by the end! I would definitely recommend this book!
Book 5, the most recent installment in this series, follows yet another Broderick sibling named Edward. Like his siblings, he is a witch who meets his soul mate. Like the other books, it’s an easy-to-read fantasy romance that is absolutely worth the read! With each book in this series, I continue to enjoy each and every story! I look forward to reading more of the Brodericks’ stories, both so I can get a whole new story with new characters, but also so I can see more of the characters who I have come to love. Highly recommend this entire series!
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This book is the third in this series. This time, we follow Maxwell of the Broderick family, which continues the theme of following one sibling per book. This story might be my favorite so far (which makes sense because I also love animals) and as always, is a continuation of the series that could also be read stand-alone if you really wanted to. I love that this book finally had a werewolf as a love interest instead of only witches. Like the other books, I highly recommend this one for fantasy lovers!
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This is the fourth installment in this series and I love this one just as much as the others! As usual, it follows a new sibling from the Broderick family, this time an ER doctor named Carter. Like the other books, it brings a whole new story that follows the themes from the previous ones. And as I have come to expect, it is a thoroughly entertaining fantasy romance novel! I would highly recommend this series for anyone who wants an easy read.
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This book is the second in the series. While it does continue the storyline of the first book, it focuses on different characters who have a story of their own. While the first book focuses on the only woman of the Broderick siblings, this story follows one of her bothers. I like how the author tied it very well into the first story while still giving us something interesting and new. Like the first book, this one is also a romance, and is actually independent enough that you don’t necessarily have to read the first book. While you wouldn’t really be confused if you skipped it, you would definitely be missing some detail. Although I would be shocked if you didn’t want to go back and read it after reading this one, they’re all really good! Overall I would highly recommend this series if you like easy, fun fantasy romance novels.
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This book pulled me in immediately! With lots of engaging characters, No Way Out will definitely keep you on your toes. There are plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing, as well as some romance, so there’s a little bit for everyone. Of course, there is also lots of action to be had. Even though I’m more of a sci-fi/fantasy reader, this easy read was a page turner that I would highly recommend to anyone!
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This book was exactly what my kindergarten-age son needed. He has been struggling with fears and worries lately, and this book helps address these things beautifully. I really appreciated the notes at the end of the book for parents, as I was at a bit of a loss at how to help him handle these big feelings. I also appreciated the subtle representation for kids with disabilities – the character Tuck opened up a discussion with my son and allowed him to ask questions without the risk of being insensitive to a real person. We talked about why someone might be missing a limb, that it can happen to anybody, and that they can still play and do everything that he and I can, they just might have to do things a little differently and that’s okay. I thought the pictures were very cute and that the writing did a beautiful job of being descriptive while remaining simple enough that my son could read most of it, as well as being enjoyable and engaging with its easy flow and rhyming scheme. Plus, my son loves animal books, so it was able to keep his interest! We will definitely be looking at the other “Jake the Growling Dog” books after reading this one!
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If you’re like me – someone who enjoys fantasy/sci-fi with a bit of steamy romance – you’ve probably read one or two (or a few) “fated mate” type books. So when I saw fated mates in the description, as well as lycans, vampires, etc., I expected the book to be on par with the others I’ve read. This is not the case. Most of those books tend to be pretty light and fluffy on the writing itself, with fairly shallow descriptions, characters, world-building, etc., and pretty heavy on the smut. This book however, has beautiful, descriptive writing, with complex characters who develop throughout the book. It is absolutely on another level from other books in the same genre. While it does have s*x scenes, they don’t make up the majority of the book like others tend to; instead there is a slow build up, that pays off later in the book. I would describe it as a story-centric book that has romance and more built in. That being said, if you are someone who enjoyed Fifty Shades of Grey, there are similar themes hinted at here that I suspect will come into play later in the series. Overall I did enjoy the book and I look forward to reading the rest of the series!
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This book absolutely blew away my expectations! It had all of my favorite elements – a ton of wit, humor, romance, a bit of magic, a strong female protagonist, everything! In fact, I enjoyed it so much that I immediately preordered the second book! If you enjoy the style of writing and characters like Max from the earlier Maximum Ride books, this is absolutely a book for you. The two main characters do an excellent job of pulling you in, and the twist at the end will leave you wanting more! I cannot recommend this book enough.
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This book was the second in The Shadow Chronicles series – if you haven’t read the first, I would highly recommend reading it before this one. The author does an excellent job expanding on the story and characters from the first book! Though this book did not exactly follow the storyline from the first book that I expected, I still greatly enjoyed the plot. I also like how it touched on the storyline that I originally expected it to follow, clearly leaving that open for the next installment! The main characters Levi and Tasha were just as enjoyable as they were in the first book, with additional satisfying developments to the antagonists of both this book and the overall series, as well as some of the lesser side characters. If you loved the first book, you’ll love this one for all the same reasons, including but not limited to the endearing characters, the fast-pace, and the steamy romance! I can’t wait to read the third installment in this series and see where it goes!
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I really enjoyed the first book in The Shadow Chronicles series! I like how there was a lot of character development for the main characters, despite being the first book in the series. The author does a great job of making you fall in love with Levi and Tasha, and I thought this take on lycans and vampires was interesting and unique from other similar series. I also love how the author made you think you would have to wait a long time for certain resolutions, but brought them sooner than expected. It made for a nice buildup of certain story elements without the wait getting too frustrating! Overall, it was a face-paced, action-packed book with plenty of story-telling, character-building, and steamy romance! I would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys young-adult style fantasy books!
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This book is the second of a series. Like the first, it has many characters and storylines to keep up with. If you like series like GoT, this is absolutely a series for you! This book picks up where the previous left off, so while it’s not 100% necessary to read Journeys Through SpaceTime beforehand, it will definitely make the read more enjoyable and help you to understand the various characters better. I thought the continuation was very well-done and a great followup on the storyline. Overall, these books are a great read for anyone looking for deep, complex storytelling!
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This book is a lot for me. I tend to enjoy fluffier, easy reads, which this is definitely NOT. It’s not a bad book, it just wasn’t really my style. However, if you like sci-fi/fantasy books with lots of world-building and many characters, you’ll definitely love this! It reminds me a bit of game of thrones, which is an amazing series but too complex and hard-to-follow for my to really get into and enjoy. Many other people love them though!
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This book was pretty interesting to me. I knew it was supposed to be a humorous/satirical read, but it is a different type of humor than what I was expecting. It was a fast-paced story, quickly jumping from one point to the next, which I found made it a little bit difficult to get into. The writing was very matter-of-fact, which makes for a good almost documentary-style story, but not as great for connecting to characters. If you like this type of humor, this will make a good book for you, but it wasn’t necessarily my favorite. This doesn’t mean it’s a bad book by any means, just not really up my alley.
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So this book was a little outside of my wheelhouse. I’m generally a fantasy/sci fi nerd, however I thought the description sounded pretty interesting and I liked the writing style, so I decided to go out on a limb, so to speak. I don’t regret it. This was a quick, enjoyable book that was very easy to read. I did find the “suspense” aspect a bit frustrating, but that says more about me than the book, as there’s a reason I don’t read many suspense/thrillers. I would definitely say this is a bit of a “fluffy” book, in that none of the characters are super deep, nor is the writing as a whole. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it just depends on what you’re looking for. Some parts were a bit obvious/predictable from the beginning, but since the main character doesn’t see it, you spend the whole book screaming “you’re looking at wrong person, dummy!!” (Did I mention suspense isn’t really my thing?) However, there were still some twists that surprised me and kept it interesting. Overall, it’s a book that I would recommend, especially if you like this type of story, and you’re looking for something quick and easy-to-read.
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As someone who reads a lot of fantasy and sci fi, this was right up my alley. There was plenty of action and adventure to keep me on my toes. The storyline definitely wasn’t what I expected and there were lots of surprising twists throughout, although not to the point that they didn’t make sense. This was a pretty long book, but it was so entertaining that it never felt long. I would definitely call it a page turner, considering I finished it in one night! I thought the main character, Andy, was well-rounded and likable, and I enjoyed many of the side-characters as well. The only thing I didn’t love about “Dragons” was that towards the end, it felt a tiny bit repetitive near the resolution, but that could just be because I was so excited to reach the conclusion. Overall it is definitely a book that I would recommend, and is one that I will probably be reading again!
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It Just Comes Natural by Brooke May
