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Reunion (The Hellgate Chronicles) by Jocelyn Lindsay – Review by Callie Luna

Reunion (The Hellgate Chronicles, #1)Reunion by Jocelyn Lindsay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Meg was the chosen one to save the world while in her teenage years with the help of her four best friends. After 25 years she goes back to her hometown to potentially have to save the world again. I really like the premise of this book since it is different than just a bunch of young adults saving the world. Meg is without purpose after leaving her life in her hometown behind and has to deal with the consequences of being away for 25 years. She has been a free spirit traveling wherever the wind takes her. It was a bit hard to get through the first few chapters due to the amount of events that the reader has to get caught up on to become invested in the story. The story has strong female characters, paranormal, and homecoming.

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War Bunny (War Bunny Chronicles) by Christopher St. John – Review by Callie Luna

War Bunny: Book 1 of the War Bunny ChroniclesWar Bunny: Book 1 of the War Bunny Chronicles by Christopher St. John
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! What a fantastic unique read! I was taken away from the first page and it was hard to put it down until the end. It is rated for YA but I enjoyed reading it as an adult since it is so well written. Anastasia is a bunny that gets kicked out of her warren for being sick in the head. She questions why bunnies have to give up their lives to predators in the name of their God Dah. The viewpoint changes from a variety of the animals including the predators. The post apocalyptic world is fun since there is a lot of pieces that the author has included. Since it is set in the perspective of animals we get pieces of information about how the humans died also know as the Dead Gods. The lead up from the start of the story to the end is incredible it had me rooting for Anastasia and all the other prey animals for fighting back. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!

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Alchemy of Glass (The Apothecary Series) by Barbara Barnett – Review by Callie Luna

Alchemy of GlassAlchemy of Glass by Barbara Barnett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Alchemy of Glass is the sequel of The Apothecary’s Curse so I recommend reading that first but it can be read as a stand alone instead. Gaelan Erceldoune has been living for hundreds of years and finally has what he believes will end his long life. Instead he finds himself in the catacombs where he discovers a journal from an old friend that decides an Otherworld. Within the journal is a piece of stained glass that takes him into the dreamscape described in the pages. Again Barbara Barnett has crafted a perfect story that mixes the past, present, and future together to bring an epic and engaging tale. It has a great mix of history, fantasy, and science.

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Dark is the Wood (Enchanted Tales with Dragon Scales Series) by Kristin Ward – Review by Callie Luna

Dark is the Wood: A Young Adult Fantasy RomanceDark is the Wood: A Young Adult Fantasy Romance by Kristin Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dark in the Wood is a fantastic young adult fantasy with action, adventure, and romance. Gillian decides to go into the woods to potentially save her brothers’ life. It is dangerous in the woods and forbidden, full of monsters, and old magic. Will Gillian be able to save her brother Rory or even return home alive? I highly enjoyed this book due to all the world building, including multiple Gods to worship.

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The Crown of Stones Trilogy Box Set (The Crown of Stones Series) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

The Crown of Stones Complete TrilogyThe Crown of Stones Complete Trilogy by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Crown of Stones Trilogy is one of my favorite reads! I can’t get enough of Ian Troy since the first book. I highly recommend this epic trilogy.

The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price
Magic-Price is the first in the trilogy of The Crown of Stones series. This book is a must read, once you get halfway through you will be unable to put it down. It starts out with Ian Troy making a terrible mistake that weighs heavy on his soul. Even though it has been ten years since the tragic event where he took the lives of many. When I first started reading it, I got ‘The Witcher’ vibes due to him having a magic horse, white hair, and set in a similar time period. He is a badass that fights for what he believes is right. After getting further into the story it developed into its own and I was unable to put the book down due to all the revelations. Now to the next book Magic-Scars, as the ending leaves you wanting more.

I highly recommend reading Magic-Price if you love epic high fantasy. Where the main character is not perfect and is trying to atone for his prior sins. There is magic, love, friendship, and forgiveness.

The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars
Magic-Scars is the second in the trilogy of The Crown of Stones series. Starting two and a half year after Magic-Price ends. Ian Troy gets rescued from his prison, the mines, and has no memory due to the drugs that Draken has been forcing. He has been tortured and forced to do heinous acts for the past two years. As he slowly gets his terrible memories back bit by bit, he must forgive himself again for the death and loss of those around him. He doesn’t know who to trust or how he acted before and is going solely by instinct. Join Ian on his journey to rediscover his past and to right the present.

This book is meant only for adults due to the sex scenes and graphic nature of it, they are done extremely well. I loved this book even more than the first book due to feeling a great connection to Troy from the loss of his memories. He keeps trying to do what he believes is right and protect those around him while trying to break the mold he was shoved in. I was shocked towards the end of the book when I believed all hope was lost, I was crushed and cried only to be saved a little towards the end. Now to the last book in the series Magic-Borne.

The Crown of Stone: Magic-Borne
Magic-Borne is the third and final book in The Crown of Stones trilogy. Ian Troy is fighting to fix the glimpse into the tragic future that he foresaw five years ahead. As events start playing out like he was foretold he doesn’t know if his presence will be enough to change it. Is his future set-in stone? Will he be enough to stop his father and finally destroy the crown of stones?

This book is even darker than the previous two due to the intensity of the story. The twist and turns had me devouring this book. I loved this epic trilogy and highly recommend it.

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The Rebirth Part 1 (Planet Amazon Series) by Crystal Dawn – Review by Callie Luna

The Rebirth: Part One (Planet Amazon #0)The Rebirth: Part One by Crystal Dawn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Andrea is a researcher from Earth that has been searching her whole life for the city of Atlantis. Upon going thru the doorway she discovers a completely different world: Planet Amazon. With no way to go back home she makes this world her into her life changing adventure. I liked how strong Andrea is and all the other Amazon women. The training and fighting that she endures is engaging. The writing was good and descriptive but sometimes I wanted more details. I also disliked how everything is very easy for Andrea living her new life even the challenges she faces all felt like fluff. It was a struggle to finish the book about halfway thru and the chapters are all really long. If your into romantasy with fighting, politics, hot guys, and favorable outcomes look no further!

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The Apothecary’s Curse (The Apothecary Series) by Barbara Barnett – Review by Callie Luna

The Apothecary's CurseThe Apothecary’s Curse by Barbara Barnett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Apothecary’s Curse starts out a bit slow but once you get invested in Gaelan and Simon’s life you can’t put it down. Gaelan has had an interesting life due to making a potion that has cursed him with immorality (and fast regeneration). Simon only wants to cure his wife of cancer but instead he is granted immortality instead of death. The book deals with many different time periods that all tie together wonderfully to give an exciting and refreshing story. At first I found it to be a bit confusing but once I started to put the pieces together I could not put it down. I felt a hint of ‘Interview with a Vampire’ feel to if due to the immorality factor. Instead this focuses on apothecary/ alchemy with a hint of the elixir of life or the alchemists stone. The ending is left open for another book which I anxiously wish to read!

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The Veil (The Veil Realms Series Book One) by Karli Rush – Review by Callie Luna

The VeilThe Veil by Karli Rush
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Veil was an adrenaline filled story from start to finish with plenty of twists and turns. Selene is ripped away from her life and thrust into a completely unknown world with an alien race, after climatic events. I highly enjoyed how original the story was and enjoyed reading how Selene would overcome the challenges she is faced with. It remained me of War of the Worlds. It is a survival story with an unknown alien threat. I was confused when the perspective changes without warning a few times throughout the story. Overall it is worth the read and look forward to the next book in the series.

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Glass Houses by Sinister Styx – Review by Callie Luna

Glass HousesGlass Houses by Sinister Styx
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Glass Houses is an extremely short story about Ivy and Falcon with a falling marriage. The feeling of a failing marriage with the two hurting one another is the crux to be explored. The range of emotions that these characters have throughout the few pages is drastic. The content of this book is 18+ due to the graphic nature and adult situations. It took me about 10 minutes to read, I do wish it was a bit longer. There is a nice twist in the end. Will these two find happiness in the end or are they doomed to shatter apart?

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A Vampire in Disguise (Creatures of the Midwest Series) by Ava Silvers – Review by Callie Luna

A Vampire in Disguise (Creatures of the Midwest Book 1)A Vampire in Disguise by Ava Silvers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Vampire in Disguise starts out with Hazel traveling to find out what happened to her younger sister. When she reaches Shadow Hollow the small town is not what she expected, magical creatures are known to exist and are welcomed. She starts looking into her sisters life in the town but things are not adding up. I love that Hazel is a fire witch and her personality shines through. All the characters are well developed and written that it is hard to determine who to trust. I thought this was going to be a YA read due to the title but I feel like young adults will enjoy it even more. It is a pleasant mix of cozy mystery with paranormal. I can’t wait to read the second book in the series!

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The Sins of Men (The Peter Smith Chronicles) by Danny J. Bradbury – Review by Callie Luna

The Sins of Men: An American Revolutionary War DramaThe Sins of Men: An American Revolutionary War Drama by Danny J. Bradbury
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Sins of Men is an American Revolution War drama. The main character, Peter, starts as a 10 year old boy that is an alley rat stealing for his family. Unfortunately for him he is caught and thrown in prison. Peter is then selected for duty on a Navy ship heading for the Americas. This book is set during the American Revolution and has key points in history that are a great tie in. There is so much growth for Peter in this book that it blew me away. I’ve never read a historical drama before but this defiantly will not be my last. If you want a truly gripping tale that will leave you wanting more this book is for you.

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The End Of Try Try Again by Kristen Carter, MS – Review by Callie Luna

The End of Try Try Again: Overcome Your Weight Loss and Exercise Struggles for GoodThe End of Try Try Again: Overcome Your Weight Loss and Exercise Struggles for Good by Kristen Carter
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The End of Try Try Again has good advice if you are just starting your weight loss journey or have no clue where to start. It is highly detailed with why losing weight is a great idea for everyone. It is motivating by having you find your WHY. It does have good advice on how to take small steps at a time for sustainable weight loss. It details what can happen if you don’t become healthy. For me this book did not hit what I was looking for due to my research and diligence on being healthy. I wish there was more details or a detailed plan that I would be able to implement.

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Tally and the Angel, The Sands of Time (Tally and the Angel Series) by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Callie Luna

Tally and the Angel, The Sands of Time: Thrilling Middle Grade fantasy adventure where Greek Myths come alive!Tally and the Angel, The Sands of Time: Thrilling Middle Grade fantasy adventure where Greek Myths come alive! by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great adventure with Tally and her angel! This time Tally and her dad are vacationing in Greece. She gets to experience the Greek culture and food and make new friends. I loved that the Greek Gods were a major part of this book. Hard decisions are made in this adventure and overall I love the lessons that Tally learns at the end. This story can be enjoyed by all ages but is meant for those in middle school. I love that you can learn about different parts in the world with this series! I cannot wait for their next adventure in Africa.

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Red (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 2) by MK Harkins – Review by Callie Luna

Red (Modern-Day Fairy Tale, #2)Red by M.K. Harkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Red is a fun and short read. It is the second in the story so it is after Ashes (Cinderella retelling) and does continue on with parts of that story was well. It can be read as a stand alone still. George is Harry’s best friend and going thru a rough patch in his life due to his love disappearing at the prom (who was really a fairy godmother playing the part of Georges true love). Merilee now must fix her muddling with the help of an annoying guardian angel who is full of himself and get George and Lily together as they are supposed to be. Lilly is a broke college student that needed a place to stay and ended up finding her best friend and running into her true love. I found this retelling of Little Red Riding Hood to be fun and engaging with a nice modern twist. I can’t wait to read more modern-day fairy tales by M.K. Harkins!

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In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Series) by Nicole Bailey – Review by Callie Luna

In the Midst of Omens (The Legacy of Gilgamesh Book 1)In the Midst of Omens by Nicole Bailey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gilgamesh is the king of Uruk. His ambition is ceaseless even though he has created an empire and is part God. He feels indestructible and above his human counterparts. Enkidu is a man created by the Gods with no past. He has grown up with the wolves in the forest and has understood the ways of nature. Will Enkidu be exactly what Gilgamesh needs?

The beginning of this story is very slow and takes a long time to detail Gilgamesh and Enkidu. I have not read the original tales of Gilgamesh, but I do feel like it was written with an older time frame in mind. It feels like it can be a timeless tale. Enkidu reminds me of Mowgli, from The Jungle Book, with him being raised by wolves and then going to the humans and learning their ways after meeting a female in the forest. It does a good job of showing how these men will both grow and change together. The ending has a major cliffhanger so be prepared to read the next book.

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The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Callie Luna

The Misery House (The House on the Hill, #1)The Misery House by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Misery House is an excellent psychological thriller. The town of New Haven is a very small town where everyone is known, and they don’t take kindly to strangers. Strange tragedies start happening and the sheriff is looking for the culprit. The abandoned house on the hill stares down on the town and many still feel the unease of its touch. I highly enjoyed the writing style; it is chilling, and it made it hard to put the book down. The Woods family are our main narrators and each of them has a distinct thought process that helps to evolve the story. The ending is a huge cliffhanger due to the rising tension but not all questions are answered. I can’t wait to read The Silent Forest to continue the story of the Woods family.

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The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill Book 2) by David Kummer – Review by Callie Luna

The Silent Forest (The House on the Hill, #2)The Silent Forest by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Silent Forest starts three weeks after The Misery House ends. There are spoilers ahead from the previous book so please read The Misery House first. The Woods family has been changed since the tragic events that occurred at the house on the hill. Nate feels that he has grown older, Kaia is trying to find her best friend, and Cliff and Naomi and struggling to keep their relationship thriving. More dark secrets are being revealed. This book kept the same unease as the first book and helped to continue the story. It borders on the edge of supernatural since most of the occurrences are unexplained this time. Some pieces are starting to fit together but now I have more questions than answers, so I need to read the third and final book in the series. I recommend this series and look forward to a satisfying conclusion.

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Homicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee – Review by Callie Luna

Homicidal InnocenceHomicidal Innocence by V.J. Lee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Homicidal Innocence is full of twists and turns that you won’t see coming! I love that the perspective changes from X (the murderer), Maya, John, and Cole. Even with reading the perspective of X I still could not figure out the murderer in the end and was shocked. The ending left me wanting more (in a good way!). Maya is a nanny for a wealthy family in Diamond Valley and unlike most nannies she is there for Benji (her charge). John is a single father taking care of twins that has yet to find the right nanny. Cole is a police detective working on figuring out who X is. With X killing and taking nannies around Diamond Valley, Cole has his work cut out for him. The characters are all well thought out. There is a lot of spice and romance in this book but also depictions of violent acts. If you like murder mysteries, being in the murderers’ head, and spice then you’ll love Homicidal Innocence!

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Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Callie Luna

Murder by Moonlight (Felines of Fairytale Forest Book 1)Murder by Moonlight by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder by Moonlight is a cozy murder mystery with an amateur sleuth and a bit of magic. Catherine Lyon works at Fairytale Forest (a theme park in South Carolina) as a night shift custodian. One night she is lead by Zoe (one of the feral cats) to a dead body at the front of the park. With the help of Zoe (and the other felines) Cat is determined to find the murderer and clear her name. I love that the viewpoint switches between Cat and Zoe. I always find it intriguing to be in the head of an animal and it was expertly achieved. The clues keep you guessing with all the twists and turns. I look forward to reading the next book in the series!

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Productivity is Power II: For Creative, Business, and Other Professionals by Hillary Rettig – Review by Callie Luna

Productivity is Power 2: For Creative, Business, and Other ProfessionalsProductivity is Power 2: For Creative, Business, and Other Professionals by Hillary Rettig
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Productivity is Power 2 helped to break down the barriers to being productive such as procrastination and perfectionism, which is defined as disempowerment. Hillary Rettig does an excellent job explaining how these bad habits effect the outcome of our work. There is a powerful uplifting message throughout to better oneself. After that there are many practical solutions that are explained such as empowerment and time management. There are many excellent examples and exercises to work through the book to help you further develop yourself. You can apply this book to all aspects of your life from professional to personal. I recommend a read if you’re struggling with being productive in any aspect of your life.

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One Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper – Review by Callie Luna

One Quarter VillainOne Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Maddy receives a DNA test from Grams (her grandmother) after taking it she finds out that she is one quarter villain. It seems that her family has some explaining to do but before that happens Maddy is contacted by the VDA to determine if she is villainous. Leo her goofball of a best friend doesn’t take things seriously and gets into major trouble. Will Maddy be able to save her friend and get things back to normal without destroying things further? One Quarter Villain was a fun YA read due to the twists on the classic fairy tales. Like all fairy tales there is a lesson to be learned but will Maddy be able to have her happy ending? The start of the book was a good set up, but I feel like it was a little slow on giving out answers but once it did, I enjoyed the book even more. If you like reading fairy tales with a twist you will enjoy One Quarter Villain!

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Troy: A Crown of Stones Origin Story by C. L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

Troy (The Crown of Stones)Troy by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Troy is the prequel to the Crown of Stones Trilogy; it goes deeper into Ian Troy’s past 15 years before we meet him again. It can be read before or after the trilogy, I’d even recommend reading it before since there are less spoilers. Troy’s dependence on casting due to him being a Shinree is front and foremost with him learning to control his magic since it is like a drug. Aylagar Arcana, the queen of Rella, sends Troy and four soldiers with him into enemy territory to reclaim vital knowledge about the Langorians. Though Troy’s mission is a bit different than the rest of the party thinks. My favorite part of the book is when Troy first meets Kya and how their relationship evolves. Even with the knowledge of future events reading how the events played out was a refreshing surprise. I highly enjoyed the foreshadowing and the hints that C.L. Schneider employs. It is the Troy we have gotten to know just with much more hope of his future. I highly recommend reading this prequal and the Crown of Stones Trilogy!

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Under Jackson Bridge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Callie Luna

Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller (Beyond the Bridge Book 1)Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Welcome back to Millersville! Under Jackson Bridge is another excellently paced thriller by Susan Specht Oram. A boating trip with old high school friends turns into a scary situation when Jack falls overboard without a life jacket. Irena Fishbone, Jack’s ex-wife (and friend), will not rest until she finds out what happened to him. I enjoyed Irena due to her motherly love for her daughter, Kelly, and that she does her passion for a living (saving stranded boaters). All the characters are fleshed out, so they feel as if they exist. If you have read other books in the Millersville series some familiar characters return such as Violet, Karina, Bets, and Zerk. The pacing of this thriller is perfect! The big reveal at the end is worth the read alone.

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Book Club) by Marilyn Levinson – Review by Callie Luna

Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub Book 1)Murder a la Christie by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub was started by Professor Lexie Driscoll to discuss Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries. During the first meeting Lexies friend is murdered. Now she must find the killer. Lexie has known all the members of the book club for several years so it’s hard to believe one of them is the murderer. I enjoyed the writing and pacing of the story and the conclusion was satisfying. The clues are there for the reader to determine the killer before the end. Unfortunately, I did not find any of the characters likable due to most of them being rich and fake women of society. Thus, it was easy for me to suspect all of them of the crime. Overall, I enjoyed reading this murder mystery with the twists and turns and found the parallel with Christie’s books made it engaging.

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Unrequited Love (Magic and Heartache Series) by E.L. Roux – Review by Callie Luna

Unrequited Love (Magic and Heartache, #1)Unrequited Love by E.L. Roux
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unrequited Love is a sexy, sweet, short novella. Jorden is still trying to get over her ex, but it has been hard since he comes in everyday to her coffee shop with his new fiancé. Cane asks her to perform a ritual that involves them touching skin to skin. Will Jorden join Cane in this ritual to determine if her ex’s fiancé can have children together?! Why does Cane insist that it has to be her? If you would like to try a taste of supernatural romance (that is not vampires and werewolves) it is worth the read. I enjoyed every page of this novella; my only complaint is how short it is. I want more! I feel with more volume added to the story the characters would be more fleshed out, but they do show significant growth in the short number of pages we are given. Overall, it is worth the read and can be finished in one sitting.

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The Rake (Daughters of Dishonour Series) by Ava Bond – Review by Callie Luna

The Rake (Daughters of Dishonour #1)The Rake by Ava Bond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Rack was impossible to put down, so I finished it in one day. It starts with Margot Keating going to London to find out her relation to the duke. She is instead met with the murder of the duke who sends her on the trail of the mystery of the family’s hidden diamonds. On the same night, she walks into an orgy thrown by the next-door neighbor, Langley, who is the biggest rack in London. Margot now sets off to find the diamonds and the dukes’ murderer with the least likely help, Langley. Things only get better from here so be prepared for a slow build with satisfying spice. I loved Margot’s character due to how strong and independent she is, she doesn’t believe that she needs a man in her life. Can she be the one to tame this rack? I can’t wait to pick up the next book, The Duke, because it ends on a cliffhanger. This will not be the last book I read by Ava Bond!

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The School of Nine (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Callie Luna

The School of Nine (The Mythic Academy Collection, #1)The School of Nine by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The School of Nine was a perfect Novella for any YA reader. Bianca is a Muse in training that is attending Brightling Academy. She trips in Poise class one day to be met with Sebastian, the first male to attend the academy in decades, since Muses are typically female. Once Bianca and Sebastian realize that the signs are appearing signaling the end of the Muses power, they must do everything they to find a way to stop it from happening. I loved the premise of the story with a school full of muses to bring inspiration to ordinary human artists. They bring good things into the world and make the world a better place. The love interest is wholesome. Amanda Marin does an amazing job giving significant detail to the world even with a short number of pages. I look forward to reading A Song of Salt and Secrets next.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Callie Luna

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Song of Salt and Secrets is the second Novella in The Mythic Academy Collection. This book takes place in the same world as The School of Nine. The main character this time is Corisande who is a Siren studying at Magwitch Academy, a boarding school by the sea. Sirens are cured with a song of salt that lures unexpected sailors to their deaths. Corisande accidentally sings to Noah causing him to crash on the shore, he is injured but alive. What will happen to Corisande and Noah now that he has heard the sirens song? The world building and character development is fantastic considering that it is a novella. The details within the book are enough to hook you in. It is a nice twist on myths about the supernatural. The romance is clean. Overall, the book is a fun and short read.

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What Eyes Can’t See (Bold Journeys Series) by Paulette Stout – Review by Callie Luna

What Eyes Can't See: Spicy contemporary fictionWhat Eyes Can’t See: Spicy contemporary fiction by Paulette Stout
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What Eyes Can’t See is a story full of passion, embracing life, and finding your authentic self. Barbara’s fiancé cheated on her thus she gave her friend her destination wedding. This is where she is swept off her feet by Sebastian and her whole world changes with this one destined meeting. After returning from their vacation, it turns out that Sebastian has received her guaranteed promotion instead. Can their whirlwind romance survive off the island as well?

I love the romance between Barbara and Sebastian, they bring the best out of each other like true love deserves to do. I enjoyed this book because even this Barbara’s multiple life changes, she still stays positive and moves forward thus defining and shaping the women she is meant to become. It is a story about how love can bring the best out of us. This was the first of the Bold Journeys that I have read but it will not be the last.

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Murder on West Main (A South Shore Mystery) by I.M. Foster – Review by Callie Luna

Murder on West Main: A South Shore MysteryMurder on West Main: A South Shore Mystery by I.M. Foster
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder on West Main was an amazing murder mystery. Daniel O’Halleran is on the case to discover who was behind the murder. It is no easy task, due to the large number of people that despised the murder victim, so there is a never-ending list of suspects is seems! Due to the incredible writing and storytelling, I was guessing the killer the whole time. It was nearly impossible to put the book down with the great cast of characters. I loved that the story was historically accurate! This made it even easier to get into the tale that was being spun. The interactions of the people in the story are much more proper, especially when it comes to the ladies’ interests, though this does not eliminate the gossip around town. I highly recommend reading Murder on West Main and I can’t wait to read more by I.M. Foster.

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