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Blue Magnolia (Red Farlow Mysteries No. 2) by W.F. Ranew – Review by Betsy Melano

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Blue Magnolia (Red Farlow Mysteries, #2)Blue Magnolia by W.F. Ranew
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Take a mystery, sprinkle in some good country music, and add a PI who is keeping the country singer in line as a job, what could go wrong? Wouldn’t you know it, Hank Tillman, the singer gets himself in the biggest trouble of his life. Can Red Farlow (the PI) help get Hank out of this one in a lifetime, never want to repeat this, kind of trouble? You’ll have to read it for yourself. Believe me, it sure keeps you wanting to read and not stop until the end!
This is my first book by this author and I can’t wait to check out another soon!

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The Walls Between Us: A Borderland Love Story by Kate McGahan – Review by Betsy Melano

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The Walls Between Us: A Borderland Love StoryThe Walls Between Us: A Borderland Love Story by Kate McGahan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Walls Between Us: A Borderland Love Story is a love story at heart. It is also very thought provoking regarding immigration, human trafficking, and other issues on both sides of the U.S./Mexico border. Ms. McGahan not only writes about the border conflicts and issue, she also add details of the beautiful desert scenery of the desert. The story sucked me in from the beginning. The story shares so many aspects of life – heartache, cultural diversity, the strength of unconditional love, and so much more.

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Falling for the Texan (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 2) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Betsy Melano

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Falling for the Texan (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge, #2)Falling for the Texan by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A City Girl meets a Small Town Boy

I love reading about the Prentice Brothers. The first book was great and this second book was even better. Gianna Lucchia is taking on a project she really doesn’t want, it’s not the big project that she should have gotten. Tyler Prentice is a middle son trying to share his lovely wine with the world. Will the two work together for this goal or will they stumble? I loved the book so much I read it in less than a day.

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The Trouble With Paradise (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 4) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Betsy Melano

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The Trouble with Paradise (Madeline Dawkins #4)The Trouble with Paradise by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Madeline Dawkins and her partner Mike take one not one but two cases for their PI business to work on in this installment of the series. One case is looking into a man’s suicide which his wife doesn’t believe he would have done it. The other is a wife accused of killing her husband where the crime just doesn’t seem to fit.
I love seeing how much Madeline has grown in confidence and strength in each book. And Madeline & Mike’s relationship and how they work in tandem really makes the story flow.

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The Slaughter of Leith Hall by Lexie Conyngham – Review by Betsy Melano

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The Slaughter of Leith HallThe Slaughter of Leith Hall by Lexie Conyngham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great murder mystery

A historical story that takes place in Scotland after the battle at Culloden, the final confrontation of the Jacobite army with the English. Charlie Rob has worked for the Leith family and has grown into taking on new duties for them. His search for truth and justice after a murder makes you root for him in so many ways. I loved how history was woven in with Charlie’s experiences. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in historical fiction. I’ll definitely be checking out this author’s future books.

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One Hot Texas Summer (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 1) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Betsy Melano

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One Hot Texas Summer (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge, #1)One Hot Texas Summer by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dating is tough sometimes

This is a romance about a couple of people who like each other but don’t seem to really want to. Some misconceptions due to rumors and people’s attitudes makes Kelly steer clear of Tate. It doesn’t help that Tate has been in her flower shop more than once a week buying bouquets of flowers. Kelly assumes it’s for a girl, little does she know that’s not why he is frequenting her shop, it’s actually to just make someone smile and feel happy.

The romance and trials that Kelly and Tate experience make you love the characters more. This book was easy to get into and reading it just made my heart melt. When you find the right one, it really is good to open up your heart and let them in. Loved it!!

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Center of Gravity (An Ice Tigers Hockey Romance Book 2) by Isabella Cassazza – Review by Betsy Melano

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Center of Gravity (Ice Tigers #2)Center of Gravity by Isabella Cassazza
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A sweet romance

I really enjoyed reading Center of Gravity: An Ice Tigers Hockey Romance by Isabella Cassazza. Living in an area where hockey is a big deal, I was pleasantly surprised by the idea of a hockey romance. This story about Emilia Ravelli, a heiress to a clothing company, really resonated with me. Emilia has tried so hard to show her grandfather that she can be the CEO of the family company but sh seems to have trouble every time to show him she can do it. In the midst of this crisis at work, she finds out she has a problem she needs to keep to herself for a while.

Out of the blue, her grandfather gives her an ultimatum, to move from Rome to Boston, to run a Hockey Team he just bought. The team is the company’s way to get their foot in the door begin selling their luxury clothing line in the United States. Emilia is told this is her last test to show she can make something of herself or she will be disowned.

The story has wonderful characters who have personality, friendships, and the team spirit and guts to work hard to show everyone they have what they need to be successful. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends. Can’t wait to pick up another book by Ms. Cassazza.

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In The Arms of Morpheus: A Speculative Romance (Antiheroes Series Book 2) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Betsy Melano

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In the Arms of Morpheus, a Speculative Romance (Antiheroes, #2)In the Arms of Morpheus, a Speculative Romance by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Some books take several pages to get me hooked, this one got me right away. The way Gaia B Amman writes this romance/mythical/suspenseful tale makes you realize that it’s getting better as you read it. The characters are wonderful, smart, independent, and complex all at the same time. Tasha and Josh’s relationship is very relatable which gets you to connect to the story even more. Ms. Amman is a new author I will be adding to my list to follow. Can’t wait to read some of her other books soon.

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Confidentiality (Scope of Practice Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Betsy Melano

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ConfidentialityConfidentiality by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The mystery continues

Confidentiality by Jessica Aiken-Hall is a great continuation of her first book, Boundaries. You really must read the first one before this one.

There are so many interesting characters and situations in this series, you will want to keep reading to see what happens. Valarie (Val) Williamson and her trauma group has opened up life in a way Val never expected. Not only do they seem to have a lot in common but their bond gets stronger as they learn to support and trust one another. Add in Val’s hunk of a boyfriend Tim, the detective, and you have the perfect cast of characters to keep things interesting.

I’m looking forward to reading the next book in this mystery series.

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Boundaries (Scope of Practice Book 1) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Betsy Melano

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Boundaries (Scope of Practice, #1)Boundaries by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am always amazed at how some authors can write a story so well you get sucked in before you even realize it. This is one of those books for me.

Years ago, Valarie (Val) Williamson endured a life changing event which caused her to lose trust in people. Almost 2 decades later, she is tasked to lead a trauma group. This makes Val consider how she has been living her life and how lonely she is. The trauma group starts off a bit rocky but slowly changes to mean so much…

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Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers Book 6) by Jacquie Biggar – Review by Betsy Melano

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Virtually Gone (High-Tech Crime Solvers #6)Virtually Gone by Jacquie Biggar
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This mystery kept me wondering who the killer was. I loved the interaction between Matt and his partner Conner in solving the rape and killing of a teenager. Add in to that Conner’s news reporter girlfriend Julie and her boss/friend Tayler, which helped make it a more relatable story.

I was very happy to find another awesome author, Jacquie Biggar, to my reading list. You won’t be disappointed reading this book. And I will be looking for the other books in this series. So cool that they are written by different authors.

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Blessed: The Academy of Seraph by Brandi Elledge – Review by Betsy Melano

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Blessed: Academy of the SeraphBlessed: Academy of the Seraph by Brandi Elledge
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the premise of this book – the world at war, when Angels decide to interfere, but years later, those touched or changed by Angels are recruited to join one of two schools. This is where the teenagers learn who they are and what they are capable of.

This book will catch you attention from the start. It sure is hard to put down! I’m excited to find a new to me author and I look forward to reading more of this series.

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Night Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel Book 1) by India Kells – Review by Betsy Melano

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Night JusticeNight Justice by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Night Justice is the first book I have read by author India Kells. I cannot wait for the next book!

A vigilante roams Chicago tacking down criminals. Orla Karlsen is a journalist for the Chicago Tribune finding ways to defend her home. These two characters begin fighting against those that want to bring in a new and very dangerous drug. As they search to find the people willing to destroy their home city, they find their loyalties shifting and begin trusting each other more. Where’d will this new trust bring them…

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