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A Tormented Man’s Soul Part 1 (Grimm Wolves MC Series Book 5) by D.M. Earl – Review by Candida Hopper

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A Tormented Man's Soul (Grimm Wolves MC Book #5)A Tormented Man’s Soul by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am thoroughly enjoying this series. This is Chains story, he is the Enforcer of the Grimm Wolves MC. Chains has been through a lot in his life from growing up in an awful foster home which has left him scarred. Jackson and Winnie are the two people who helped through the hardest time of his life and the three of them are extremely close. Chains has been hiding a part of his life from his MC family. This book is full of emotion, suspense, love, family, danger and so much more. This author draws you right into the story and keeps you entertained through its entirety. I cannot wait for the next part because I am now hooked and need to know what happens. This is a book and series you don’t want to miss out on.

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Saving Marvel (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #4) by Manda Mellett – Review by Candida Hopper

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Saving Marvel (Satan's Devils MC Second Generation Book 4)Saving Marvel by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great read by an exceptional author. I have read many books by this author and they are always among my favorites and this one is no different. I was pulled in from the start and entertained throughout. Marvel and Virginia have been through so much in their lives that they tend to keep to themselves. Marvel at least has his MC brothers and their families but Virginia is alone. They meet in unexpected circumstances. Will their past keep them acting on the attraction and chemistry between them? This story has suspense, twists and turns, wonderful characters and so much more. This is a must read that I highly recommend.

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Candida Hopper

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Until there was youUntil there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great read. I was pulled in right away and kept on reading until I got to the end. This is the first book I have read by this author and I look forward to reading more. I enjoyed the writing style and I felt connected to the characters. I became completely invested in Jeremy and Regan’s relationship. Both of them don’t want or need any distractions because they are working toward their future but their chemistry is hard to deny. This book has romance, struggles, family, and emotion. I highly recommend this book, you don’t want to miss out.

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Candida Hopper

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Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite, #5)Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fifth book in this series and it did not disappoint. This book can be read as a standalone but it is my suggestion that you read them all in order for a better experience and you get to know all the characters that make up the five families. This author always does a great job pulling me into the story. This has been a great series, and I can’t wait to see what comes next.This is Summer and Luc’s story and you won’t want to miss it. This book is full of romance, action, danger, suspense, family, love and so much more. I highly recommend this book.

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Candida Hopper

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #4)Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in this series and it was just as good as the first. This is Yolanda and Michael’s story. These two got married right after high school and moved away to the city to start their lives together, but as time has gone on and a tragedy happened they find themselves out of sync. Yolanda goes home to Bunya Junction with her daughter to decide what she’s going to do about her marriage. Michael feels like his whole life is falling apart after his wife leaves. Both of them are holding onto a secret, will their secrets tear them apart? This is a wonderful romantic read. I have read many books by this author and I am never disappointed. I recommend this book.

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Bottom of the Chains (Grimm Wolves MC Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Candida Hopper

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Bottom of the Chains - Prospect (Grimm Wolves MC #2)Bottom of the Chains – Prospect by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this quick read. The author did a fantastic job pulling me into the story and connecting me with the characters. I didn’t want this story to end. Bullet, who is a prospect, is dealing with a lot, guilt, nightmares, and anger. He wants to do his best for his brothers but he feels like he’s letting them down. Clementine is an independent woman who isn’t afraid to speak her mind. When these two meet the chemistry is evident. When you read this book you will find out where his nightmares are coming from. I can’t wait to read more of this series. This is a must read if you want to find out what happens between these two. I highly recommend this book.

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Candida Hopper

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack #1)Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a quick read but it packed a punch. There is a lot happening in this story, and it’s told from multiple pov’s. I read this book in one sitting and when I was done I wanted more. There are so many good characters in this story. We got to see character growth and change in both Jason and Lilly which will help them with what they will be up against next. This book touches on some sensitive subjects that might be a trigger for some people. I found this story to be engaging, emotional, and written in a way that sucks you right into it. I cannot wait to read the next one! This is a must read.

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Candida Hopper

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Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an emotional read. I found this story to be original and unexpected. Grace and Ian become roommates because of circumstances that have Grace needing to move out of her friend’s place quickly. Ian has a very big secret that he’s trying to keep from ever coming out. Grace has some issues in her past that she’s not sure she will ever be ready to talk about. The chemistry between these two is off the charts. This book had romance, pain, love, a shocking surprise that I didn’t see coming, great characters and so much more. This is the first book I have read by this author but it definitely won’t be the last. This author wrote a great story that I highly recommend.

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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Candida Hopper

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Depending On YouDepending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book drew me in from the beginning. This story had some pretty big twists and turns that had me turning the pages needing to know what was going to happen next. Cate and Patti have been best friends since they were young. They have been through everything together and then one night changes everything. They have carried a big secret for so long and now everyone might find out. The author did an exceptional job creating an emotional, suspenseful read that I couldn’t put down. This is one of my favorite books by this author so far. I highly recommend this book.

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My Valentine’s Day Cookie Match (Welcome to Cupid’s Cove) by C.A. King – Review by Candida Hopper

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My Valentine's Day Cookie Match: Welcome to Cupid's CoveMy Valentine’s Day Cookie Match: Welcome to Cupid’s Cove by C a King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute romantic quick read. This story takes place in a small town called Cupids Cove. This story had me laughing and enjoying all the sweet moments. There are some great characters in this book. The chemistry between the two main characters was jumping off the page. I have read other books by this author and I am never disappointed. Graham has just left his corporate job to start his new business in this small town. Lara finds out there is competition with her family bakery and she is unhappy about the situation. What will come of their attraction? Can they get past the fact that they are in competition? Did I mention that Lara is the Mayor’s daughter. There was some great banter between characters in this book. This is a good read and it’s my suggestion that you don’t miss out.

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Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Candida Hopper

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Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4)Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another great book in this wonderful series. I keep getting more and more captured and invested in these characters with each book I read. It is my suggestion that you read the previous books first for a better understanding of some of the characters and for a better experience. This book had me hooked from the start. This author does an exceptional job writing with such detail that you feel right along with the characters. Hope and Russ go through so much in this story, I was on the edge of my seat turning the pages needing to know what was going to happen next. There is romance, suspense, emotional moments, twists and turns and so much more in this book. I can’t wait to read what comes next. I highly recommend this book.

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Doctor in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, Book 3) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Candida Hopper

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Doctor in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #3)Doctor in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series. Scott is in the first two books, but you don’t need to have read them to know what’s going on in this book, having said that I do think you should read them because they are good books. Scott runs a hospital and has hired an obstetrician named Franceen. These two find themselves attracted to each other but since they work together neither one of them have acted on the attraction, not to mention that both of their past relationships have made them apprehensive about taking a chance on relationships. They find that as their attraction and chemistry grows they can’t deny it anymore. Can they get over their past hurts to find love? Will their careers get in the way of having a relationship? To find the answers to these questions you need to dive into this romantic emotional story with great characters. I loved reading this book and I think you will too!

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(UN)Loved (Mixed Emotions Series) by Katy Hunter – Review by Candida Hopper

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(Un)Loved (Mixed Emotions, #1)(Un)Loved by Katy Hunter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gil and Sophie just finished wrapping up their movie. These two have amazing chemistry on and off the set. Sophie is used to being alone and Gil is afraid of commitment. There are a lot of obstacles in the way of these two while trying to see if a relationship is what they want. There are a lot of great characters in this book. I loved Gil’s family and even some of the animals. There is good character growth in this story for both Sophie and Gil. Will Sophie decide what she wants to do? Will Gil work out his commitment issues? This story had funny moments, romance, twists and turns and was written in such a way that I was pulled right in. The author kept me entertained throughout the entire story. I enjoyed this author’s writing style. I recommend reading this story.

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Daire’s Devils (Daire’s Devils Series Book 1) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Candida Hopper

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Daire's DevilsDaire’s Devils by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This Sci fi military story isn’t a genre I would normally read but I am glad I gave it a chance because I enjoyed it very much. This book is full of action, great characters, suspense and danger. The author did an exceptional job keeping me entertained and the detail was so vivid that it felt real. I was kept on the edge of my seat wondering who was the enemy, who was working for who? Kat found herself in some dangerous situations, but she didn’t let it stop her from doing her job and what she believes is right. There are many other great characters. When I got to the end I wanted more. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Candida Hopper

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an excellent read. This book is full of mystery, intrigue, fantasy, secrets, danger, romance, twists and turns and so much more. I was pulled in from the start and couldn’t put it down until I got to the end. I was kept on the edge of my seat trying to figure out what was going to happen next and who could or couldn’t be trusted. This story is full of wonderful characters that change and grow throughout the story. I found this story to be original and entertaining. This is a must read story. I can’t wait to read more books by this author. I highly recommend this book.

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Journeys Through Collection: Volumes 1-3 by James Talisman – Review by Candida Hopper

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Journeys Through Collection: Volume 1-3Journeys Through Collection: Volume 1-3 by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A box set is such a great thing, there is no waiting for the next book when you finish one. This is a great set of books. These books have taken me on an adventure of great world building, complex storylines, a large array of characters and so much more. Each book in this series got better and better. This author writes with such great detail that you get pulled right into these Sci fi books. The complexity of these stories are definitely thought provoking and they are books that you can read multiple times and find things you may have missed the first time. I found these stories to be original and hard to put down. These are definitely a must read!

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Road Rage (Outlaw Series Book 4) by Katrina Kantas – Review by Candida Hopper

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, #4)Savage Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me from the start. Elena had to leave everyone behind and start fresh with a new identity. Marco is head of one of the five families and he had thought that Elena was dead until he was approached by her brother about an arranged marriage to protect her. The bratva is closing in on Elena and Marco needs to get to her first. Elena is a very strong independent woman and can kick some but herself but that doesnt mean she doesn’t need some help. Marco and Elena were always at each other’s throats when they were growing up but secretly had a crush on each other. Will they reveal their true feelings to each other? Will Elena remain safe? This is a must read if you want the answers to these questions. I absolutely loved this book with its romance, action, family, and secrets revealed. This entire series has been awesome. I highly recommend this book and series.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Candida Hopper

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Gina is a very strong independent woman. She got injured pretty badly in a roadside bomb and even though she’s physically healed there are some emotional scars. Gina has been through quite a bit of stuff in her life which is why she’s such a strong woman, plus she has a close knit set of friends that she calls her sisters, who are there for her.
Bryce meets Gina at a crafting fair and he finds her very attractive. He tries to talk to her and she shuts that down quickly. These two happen to see each other again and the chemistry is very apparent. Bryce asks Gina out but she turns him down because of a misunderstanding. After the misunderstanding is cleared up they end up enjoying each other’s company but Gina has her heart guarded and tells herself she won’t be anything but friends with him. In this story we see both of them learn more about each other. Can Gina get past her insecurities to make it work? Can Bryce get past his fears? To find these things out you must read this wonderful story. This book hits on a lot of different emotions and makes it a good read. I can’t wait to read the next one. I recommend this book.

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Etched in this Moment (Etched Series Book 1) by Calla Zae – Review by Candida Hopper

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Etched in this Moment (Etched, #1)Etched in this Moment by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story drew me in from the beginning. It is a fast paced read with romance, danger, mystery, drama, and great characters. Tia is hiding from her abusive ex who happens to be a police officer. She runs into Theo who is also a cop and that makes her apprehensive because she doesn’t trust the police but she decides to give him a chance. This story progresses quickly but you still get all the feelings and twists and turns that you want in a good story. I don’t want to give anything away, so I will just say that this is a good read that you don’t want to miss.

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Exiled South by Harriet Cannon – Review by Candida Hopper

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Exiled SouthExiled South by Harriet Cannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story is captivating from the start. The author’s ability to make you feel like you’re there with the detailed descriptions of the places in this story. Lizbeth loses her husband and because of this tragedy her life changes tremendously. Lizbeth starts digging into her history and discovers so much. This book is full of emotion, history, surprises, understanding and more. This story is very thought provoking and makes you want to research your own history. This isn’t normally a genre I read but I am definitely glad I took a chance on this story because I might have missed out on something special. This is a must read.

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Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 2) by Anise Storm – Review by Candida Hopper

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Imperfectly Yours (Titans of Manhattan #2)Imperfectly Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elsa and Anton have what seems like the perfect marriage until tragedy happens. They go through a lot of trials and tribulations in this story. I found myself completely invested in their story. I found this book to be emotional and I couldn’t put it down until I found out if they are able to work through the issues. This book deals with some serious issues and the author does an excellent job writing about these issues in a sensitive, compassionate way. This was a great read and I’m glad I decided to dive right in. I highly recommend this book.

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Face the Fire (Moore Family Saga Book 5) by Michele Sims – Review by Candida Hopper

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Face the FireFace the Fire by Michele Sims
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I dove right into this book without having read the first four in this series. I found this to be an enjoyable read without feeling lost in any way. I do however plan to go back and read the other books for more of a back story and because I’m sure they are just as good as this one and I would like to know whilst I missed. This book kept me entertained throughout the entire story. I loved how strong Miles and Bella’s marriage is even with the obstacles and outside forces that can cause problems. Miles’ success is important to him but is the cost too high? To find out this and more you must read this book. The magic in this story is an added bonus to an already good read. I recommend this book.

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Apocalypse Thoughts (The Pox Series Book 5) by Kendra Griffin – Review by Candida Hopper

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Apocalypse ThoughtsApocalypse Thoughts by Kendra Griffin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not put this book down. I read it in two days. I found myself completely enthralled and entertained throughout the entire story. The characters in this book were so great I loved all of them, especially Kella and Huck. This book was funny, adventurous, suspenseful, and so much more. This is a great book for everyone. This is the first book I have read by this author and I enjoyed the writing so much I will definitely be reading more. I can’t say enough great things about this story except to say this is a must read. I highly recommend this book.

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Blindsided by T. Christensen – Review by Candida Hopper

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Blindsided: A Contemporary Sports RomanceBlindsided: A Contemporary Sports Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story drew me right from the beginning. I couldn’t put this book down because I needed to know what was going to happen. Kirsa and Brock have been best friends since they were four and a few years later Victoria becomes their friend as well. Then something happens that ruins the friendship. Being a teenager is hard and then insert lies, misunderstandings, hormones, and gossip makes it even harder. I felt so bad for Kirsa, no teenager should be treated that way. I found myself so angry because Brock and Victoria couldn’t just leave Kirsa alone. I was so happy when Rylan showed up during senior year. Rylan didn’t give in to peer pressure and I liked him even more for that. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. This is a must read.

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States of Grace (Grace Locke Mystery Series) by Mandy Miller – Review by Candida Hopper

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States of GraceStates of Grace by Mandy Miller
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Grace has been through so much and she has taken responsibility for her actions and she is climbing her way back to redemption. She is tough, smart, independent, a good lawyer and also flawed as many of us are, which makes her very relatable. As an ex prosecuter she is now in the other side defending a high profile teenager accused of murder. This book is full of suspense, great characters, twists and turns, and much more. The author did a great job pulling me into the story and keeping me entertained. I can’t wait to read what the author has in store for us next.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Candida Hopper

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Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a story! I found myself completely hooked. I was taken by surprise many times. This author weaved such a dark mysterious story that I was kept at the edge of my seat. There are a few twists and turns which made me rethink everything I was thinking. This book will be sticking with me for a long time. This is one of those books that I know I will be reading again. I will definitely be reading more books by this author. I highly recommend this book.

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King Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel Book 6) by India Kells – Review by Candida Hopper

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King Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #6)King Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have loved this series and this book was just as good as the rest. I didn’t want this to be the end but at the same time I couldn’t wait to read it. This story is filled with action, suspense, danger, great characters, love, family and plenty of twists and turns. As soon as I started reading I couldn’t put it down until I finished it. I became completely invested in Oz and Saha’s story, I hoped that even though they are both fiercely independent and strong people that they would let each other in. You can read this book as a standalone but I recommend you read all of them for more backstory and to get to know all the brothers better. This author did an excellent job pulling me into this story and I can’t wait to read what’s in store for us next. I highly recommend this book.

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THE BOX (HER THREE IMMORTALS BOOK 4) by HAZEL STORM – Review by Candida Hopper

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The Box: A Greek Myth Paranormal Romance (Her Three Immortals Book 4)The Box: A Greek Myth Paranormal Romance by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great read as is the entire series. If you haven’t read the other three books in this series you definitely need to in order to know what’s going on and how it got to where it is now. This book is full of action, magic, suspense, twists and turns and so much more. I am so glad that we finally got to the conclusion because it was better than I hoped. This author did an exceptional job pulling me into the story and taking me on an adventure that I didn’t want to end. I could not put this book down because I needed to know what was going to happen. I was entertained throughout and enjoyed every page of this book and the series. I highly recommend this book.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Candida Hopper

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Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This isn’t a genre I read often but I thought I would take a chance on this one. It took me a little while to get into it but once I did I was hooked. The author did a great job building a world full of fantasy, action, magic, and great characters. This book is different from any other fantasy books I have read before and that sets it apart and makes for good reading. Ian Troy has spent a very long time running away from his past but people haven’t forgotten what he did. There is certainly a high price to pay for using magic. We are taken on an adventure in this story and left wanting more. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book.

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Candida Hopper

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite #3)Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series and I loved it! Each book just keeps getting better. This is Emiliana and Stefano’s story and it is full of action. There are many obstacles in their life that have kept these two apart. This is a must read to find out if they can find a way to be together. This book can be read as a standalone but it is my suggestion that you read the other two in this series not only because they are awesome but also because you will have a better understanding of some of the other characters. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat at times wondering what’s going to happen. This story is also full of lies, deceit, romance and great characters. The author does an amazing job pulling you into the story and you can’t help but become completely invested in the outcome. I highly recommend this book.

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