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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Candida Hopper

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book drew me in from the start. This story is full of drama, betrayal, angst, love, steamy moments, great characters and so much more. There are definitely trigger warnings. I had a hard time putting this down because the author kept me glued to the story with twists and turns. I found myself on the edge of my seat at times while reading because I became so engrossed in the story. You can feel the love between Zeke and Lilly but that doesn’t mean they don’t have some issues to work out. There are a few characters that I couldn’t stand which made the story that much better. This is a must read and I can’t wait until I can read the book in this trilogy. I highly recommend this book.

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The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Duology Book 2) by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Candida Hopper

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The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Cycle 2)The Book of Hours by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book but you don’t need to have read the first one to understand this one. This story was full of suspense, drama, danger, romance, twists and turns. The author wrote this story with vivid details so I was able to get more immersed in the story. I enjoyed the author’s style of writing. This book started out a little slow to me but after reading a little further into it picked up the pace. Both Gabriel and Richard go through a lot throughout this story and I found myself hoping for the best. I don’t want to give anything away so I will just say that I found this book to be entertaining and an enjoyable read. I look forward to reading more books by this author.

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Candida Hopper

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1)A Toast for Laurent by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this second chance romance story. Phoebe ran and broke Laurent’s heart and now twenty years later she walks back into his life. You can feel the chemistry between these two as soon as they are in the same room. Phoebe has some issues that she needs to face because of tragedy from her past. There are other problems as well that have affected her relationships. Laurent has become a successful man in the family business but has always felt like he’s missing something. The author definitely made you feel many different emotions while reading this book. This was a quick read for me because I didn’t want to put it down. I will definitely be reading more books by this author.

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A Way Out (Rock Star Book 2) by Tami Lund – Review by Candida Hopper

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A Way Out (Rock Star Book 2)A Way Out by Tami Lund
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book pulled me in from the beginning. This isn’t the first book in this series but it can be read as a standalone. I will definitely be going back and reading the first book. Maria and Oz have undeniable chemistry. There are some obstacles both of these characters are working through. Maria is newly divorced and trying to navigate what she wants to do with her life and Oz is trying to balance his finances for his family and being a rock star. This book was very enjoyable and I didn’t want to put it down until I read every last page. I look forward to reading more books by this author. I highly recommend this book.

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Underneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren – Review by Candida Hopper

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Underneath The WhiskeyUnderneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a very emotionally charged story. There were a lot of ups and downs in this book and I was taken on a rollercoaster of emotions. This book isn’t only about Ben’s struggle with self love and mental anguish, it is also about abuse and expectations of others. This book dives into some sensitive subjects that may trigger some people. This story flowed well and pulled me right in. There is great character growth and I had such a hard time putting this book down. This is the first book I have read by this author and I look forward to reading more.

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Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 3) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Candida Hopper

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Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts, #3)Someone to Watch Over Me by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is full of emotion and pulled me in right away. There is character growth along with heartwarming moments and heart wrenching moments.
This is Angelo and Lucia’s story and you won’t want to miss out on it. These two have grown up together because their parents are best friends. Angelo has always been Lucia’s protector because he loves her but also because it’s expected of him. In his mind there have been different reasons throughout their childhood and now as young adults as to why he hasn’t told her how he truly feels. Lucia is afraid that Angelo only sees her as a younger sister and is afraid to ruin their friendship if she were to ever tell him how she really feels. I must have yelled at the book a few times hoping they would figure it out so they could be together! I don’t want to give anything away, so I’m just going to say this is a must read. I can’t wait to read what this author has in store next.

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Breathless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 3) by KG Fletcher – Review by Candida Hopper

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Breathless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #3)Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read other books by this author so I figured it would be a good book and it exceeded all my expectations. This book can be read as a standalone but I suggest reading all the books in this series because they are great reads. I loved following the story of Hank and Ella Mae, there was so much emotion in this story. I found myself invested in these two characters’ lives and the outcome of the story. I was pulled into this story and couldn’t put it down until I found out what was going to happen between them and what was going to happen with Hank and Ella Mae’s careers. You don’t want to miss out on this wonderful story, I’m not going to give anything away so it’s my recommendation that you read it. I will be reading more books by this author.

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Seen by Lori Nelson – Review by Candida Hopper

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SeenSeen by Lori Nelson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book jumps right into action and keeps going throughout the entirety of it. I wasn’t sure what to expect in this story because this is a new author to me. I’m glad I decided to take a chance because it was an intriguing read that pulled me in. The author was very detail oriented and it made me feel invested in the outcome. This story is full of suspense, action, murder, kidnapping, revenge, great characters and so much more. This was an enjoyable read and I recommend it. I will definitely be reading more books by this author.

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Hope and Lies (The Abredea Series Book 1) by C.H. Lyn – Review by Candida Hopper

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Hope and LiesHope and Lies by C.H. Lyn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this book to be unique and interesting. This author is new to me and I found the writing to be very detailed and descriptive. I was taken on an adventure in this dystopian world and the author pulled into the story and kept me reading. There is quite a bit going on in this story with many different characters and going back and forth in the timeline but don’t let that deter you because it isn’t hard to follow. There is great character growth and action, family, friends and so much more in this book. This isn’t my usual genre but I’m glad I decided to pick it up and read it because I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I have some favorite characters and when you read this you will find which ones are yours. I look forward to reading what the next book will have in store for us. I felt this was a very good read.

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Punk (Popov Boys Book 6) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Candida Hopper

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Punk (Popov Boys #6)Punk by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and this series as a whole. The author did a wonderful job pulling me into the story and keeping me entertained. This book can be read as a standalone but it is my opinion that you read all the books prior to this because you don’t want to miss out on great reading. I loved Miranda and Efrem, they had instant chemistry and their story evolved from there. There are other characters in this story that you will get to know as well. I don’t want to give anything away so I’m just going to say that this is a must read. I highly recommend this book.

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The Vassal of Magic (The Virus of Beauty Book 3) by C.B. Lyall – Review by Candida Hopper

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The Vassal of Magic (Virus of Beauty, #3)The Vassal of Magic by C.B. Lyall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is definitely unique and intriguing. The author brings us into a magical world full of action, danger, great characters, hard choices and so much more. This is a story rich in detail that will keep you turning pages. This is the third book in this series and it is my suggestion that you start with book one for a better reading experience and because you don’t want to miss out on great reading. This story is enjoyable and I recommend it for all fantasy lovers. The author knows how to draw you in and take you on an adventure. I was excited to read the conclusion of this series but sad it had to end. I can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Last King (Legacy of Riverfall Book 1) by Amabel Daniels – Review by Candida Hopper

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Last King (Legacy of Riverfall Book 1)Last King by Amabel Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great start to this series. As soon as I started reading this book I was completely drawn into it and I couldn’t put it down. This story took me on a wonderful adventure. This was full of action, danger, fantasy, monsters, great characters and so much more. This author did an exceptional job at building a world the reader can get lost in. I look forward to reading the next book in this series. This is a must read, you will not be disappointed.

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Consigliere’s Revenge (Sicilian Gods Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Candida Hopper

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Consigliere's Revenge: Dark Mafia Romance (Sicilian Gods Book 3)Consigliere’s Revenge: Dark Mafia Romance by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Sicilian God’s series and it is just as good as the first two in this series. This author writes exceptional dark mafia stories that keeps me entertained and turning pages to find out what happens next. This story is full of suspense, action, danger, romance, great characters and so much more. This is Izzy and Lorenzo’s story. Izzy and Lorenzo don’t start out on the best terms even though the attraction is off the charts. This is a must read to find out where their story takes them. This author will have you so enthralled in this book that you won’t be able to put it down until you get to the end. I highly recommend this book.

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Esprit de Corpse by Ef Deal – Review by Candida Hopper

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Esprit de CorpseEsprit de Corpse by Ef Deal
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this book to be original and entertaining. This is the first book I have read by this author and I found the writing to be very detailed and descriptive. This story has great characters and is full of mystery, drama, history, paranormal, action and so much more. The world building of this story took me on an original adventure that differed from other stories I have read. The intrigue and mystery kept me turning pages to find out how this story would unfold. Thus was an enjoyable read that I recommend.

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Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8 ) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Candida Hopper

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Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8)Breach of Trust by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great book in this already great series. I have loved the Madeline Dawkins series since the beginning and every book I read is just as good as the last. This author knows how to keep me entertained and on the edge of my seat. This book can be read as a standalone without any issues but I recommend reading the rest of them because they are excellent stories. Once I started reading this book I couldn’t put it down until I got to the end. There are multiple cases being worked on by Madeline and her team and each one comes with its own problems and emotions. This story is full of danger, drama, suspense and so much more. I highly recommend this book, you will not be disappointed.

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Unexpected Entanglement (The Echo Series Book 3) by C.R. Alam – Review by Candida Hopper

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Unexpected Entanglement (Book 3 of the Echo Series)Unexpected Entanglement by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series and it didn’t disappoint. This is my favorite of this series so far. The chemistry between Chris and Rowan is off the charts. I was rooting for them the entire story. The author did an excellent job bringing out many different emotions in the reader. I enjoy a book that gives me all the feels, and this one definitely did. This book is full of love, family, chemistry, friendship, danger and more. This is definitely a must read and I can’t wait to read the next book by this author.

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Doctor Frank Enstein (Doctors of Eastport General) by C.A. King – Review by Candida Hopper

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Doctor Frank Enstein (Doctors of Eastport General)Doctor Frank Enstein by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a short read but thoroughly enjoyable. The way the author wrote this story gave me all the feels. This story has trauma, love, romance, fun, and great characters. When Frank and Barbara first meet it isn’t good for either of them. When they meet again it gets better after Frank apologizes for being rude. As time goes on they both start to feel like it could be so much more. Will Frank be able to help Barbara? If you want to know what happens between these then this is a must read. For a short book it definitely felt longer and I couldn’t put it down once I started. I have read books by this author before and I’m never disappointed. I highly recommend this book.

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The Silent Road by S.N. McKibben – Review by Candida Hopper

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The Silent RoadThe Silent Road by S.N. McKibben
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is my first one by this author and I’m glad I took a chance on it. I think this story touched on some issues and it was written very well. This book brought out some emotional feelings. It was hard to like Dan very much in the beginning but as I read on we get to see changes and growth in him. Dan has hit a rough patch in his life with his divorce and trying to have a relationship with his daughter even though he’s gone a lot over the road and he gets pulled over without his license. He ends up having to ride with Jake because he needs to get his license to be able to ride by himself. Jake is a great guy in many ways. There is also a great dog in this story and she breaks up some of the seriousness in the book. I enjoyed reading this book and would recommend reading it. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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His Forever Muse (The Echo Series Book 2) by C.R. Alam – Review by Candida Hopper

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His Forever Muse (Book 2 of The Echo Series)His Forever Muse by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I couldn’t wait to dive into this book after reading The first one in this series. This book is as great as I hoped it would be. This one can be read as a standalone but it’s my suggestion you read the first one in the series because it’s a great read. In this story we get to root for Brandon and Callie as they reconnect from being childhood friends. This story has romance, suspense, friendship, family and so much more. The author did an exceptional job writing about a tough subject and also pulling you into the story. This is a must read to find out more about Callie and Brandon and there are also some other great characters in this story. I highly recommend this book. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Candida Hopper

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Shadow (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book Two)Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was hard to put down once I picked it up and started reading it. We learn a lot more about Shadow in this book, her history was heartbreaking and she has been keeping the worst of it a secret. This was an emotional read from all the horrific things that have happened to Shadow and the terrible things done to the children but also the emotions that come from all the people that care about Shadow. My emotions while reading this story were definitely up and down throughout. I found myself rooting for Shadow and Panther to be what each other needed. I can’t say enough great things about this book and how well the author wrote it. I can’t wait to read what the author has in store for us next. I highly recommend this book.

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Candida Hopper

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1)Ruthless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an amazing read!! There is a prequel to this book that I suggest you read but you don’t have to in order to dive into this one. Jack and Isaac have off the charts chemistry. It’s been five years since they last saw each other and there is so much they have to say. I was ecstatic when I found out that the author was writing a second generation series. I have loved reading about the Hawkes since the beginning. Jack and Isaac have a lot of feelings and outside problems that they have to work through. This story has action, romance, danger, steamy moments and so much more. Once I started reading I couldn’t put it down until I got to the end. This is a must read you don’t want to miss out on.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Candida Hopper

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this romantic read very much. Rae and Dean had chemistry from the beginning but their past relationships have made them very leery of romance. I liked how the author let other characters help bring the story alive and helped us get to know the main characters better. There are some steamy moments in this book that you don’t want to miss out on. I had a hard time putting this book down once I started reading because I became invested on how things were going to turn out for these two. Rae and Dean go through some ups and downs in this story and I think it made them better for it in the end. I recommend this book. I can’t wait to read what the author has in store for us next.

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Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 2) by KG Fletcher – Review by Candida Hopper

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Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #2)Shameless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series and can be read as a standalone but I think you would have a more enjoyable experience if you read Faultless Love first. This is a sweet opposites-attract romance. I enjoyed how well the author’s detail in writing the story drew me in so much so that I became invested in the outcome. There is definite chemistry between Walt and Elyse and the author made sure there are plenty of steamy moments. There isn’t a lot of action in this book but it is still very entertaining and captivating. I have read a few books by this author and I am never disappointed and this one was no different. I can’t wait to read what’s in store for us next.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Candida Hopper

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A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is three stories in one and they weave together wonderfully. This isn’t a genre I would nearly read but the originality and captivating stories kept me turning the pages. There are quite the array of characters in these stories that make this more interesting and bring you further into the depths of the storylines. The author writes in such a way that I felt I was taken on a majestic journey. The details make it so you feel as though you’re right there in the story. I enjoyed reading these short stories.

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The Veil of Corruption (The Virus of Beauty Book 2) by C.B. Lyall Review by Candida Hopper

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The Veil of Corruption (The Virus of Beauty #2)The Veil of Corruption by C.B. Lyall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series and it is my suggestion that you read the first one before diving into this one for a better experience and because this one picks right up from the first one. This book is just as good as the first one. This story has action, magic, witches, wizards, suspense, twists and turns, great characters and so much more. I find this book to be original, entertaining and the author does an excellent job at building a world that will keep you captivated. I definitely had a hard time putting the book down once I started reading, I needed to know what was going to happen next. I can’t wait to see what journey the next book takes us on. I recommend this book.

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Three Made In Heaven (Made In Heaven #1) by Elena Kincaid – Review by Candida Hopper

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Three Made in Heaven (Made in Heaven, #1)Three Made in Heaven by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was hard to put down once I was invested. This story is a steamy romance with aspects of the paranormal. The connection between these characters is off the charts, as soul mates should be. There are twists and turns in this story while these three are trying to navigate what’s real and what’s a dream. This was a quick but well written story that you don’t want to miss out on. I recommend this book.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Candida Hopper

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story started off a little slow for me but after some time it did start to pick up. This book is filled with action, suspense, MM,mystery, adventure and is very detailed. I was quite surprised to find out who was murdering the men. There is a lot going on in this story but not so much that you lose track of what’s going on. There were some characters that I liked and some that I didn’t, you will need to make that decision when you read this book. This story will keep you turning pages and entertained all the way until the end. This isn’t a genre I normally read but I’m glad I decided to take the chance because it was a good read.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Candida Hopper

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this book to be intriguing and entertaining. This is a dark romance with anger, heartache, mystery, drama, love, paranormal aspects, and more. Dominic and Juliana are in love and dream of a future together but everything falls apart when she goes missing and he is accused of murdering her. Dominic wants revenge on the man that put him in jail and he works for many years for his revenge to be possible.
Whitney who has special gifts and is hearing a voice that needs her help and that’s how her and Dominic meet which does not go well, mainly because she looks exactly like Juliana. This story kept me turning pages wondering where the story was taking me and how it would end. There are twists and turns and if you want to know how it ends then you must read it. These authors wrote a great story.

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3) by Debra Parmley – Review by Candida Hopper

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Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3)Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a quick read but very entertaining. I enjoyed the character growth in both main characters Cutter and Zarifah. Zarifah is trying to recover from being in an abusive relationship and Cutter dates strippers and has no intention of getting into a serious relationship. As the story progresses things change about how they feel about relationships and the opposite sex. The author did a great job pulling me into the story and keeping turning pages. You must read to find out how it turns out for Cutter and Zarifah.

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Throwing the Curve (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Candida Hopper

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Throwing the Curve (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Throwing the Curve by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fun romantic sports story. Peyton and Ryan end up fake dating and unfortunately their first impression of each other is not a good one. Even though these two didn’t start off well there is no denying the chemistry between them. The more time they have to spend together they realize their first impressions aren’t who they really are. Will they end up dating for real? This was an enjoyable read with great characters.

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