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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Jules Herbert

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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her LidCooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The main character in this wonderful book, Olivia, is a prime example that when times are tough you should never give up! So, so much happens in the life of this talented chef ( I am not going to say too much and give it all away…you need to read the book!) but with the support of her best friend Taylor and some other amazing people she meets along the way, she makes it through to forge a brand new life. Of course no path in life ever runs completely smooth now does it? Her manipulating Ex and her Mother who at first I really couldn’t stand but later came to realise truly loves her daughter, definitely try hard to complicate her life.

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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Diane Sennett

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Cari Schaeffer has written a witty, fast-paced book. The characters are beautifully written. Olivia, our chef has been dealt quite a hand in life. When life tries to bring her down, she picks herself up with the help of her close friend, Taylor. Olivia faces challenges that kept me turning the pages to find out what else could possibly happen to her. The author did a great job making me feel the joys and struggles that Olivia faced as if I was right next to her.
This book had me from the first page to the last, and I would highly recommend reading it.

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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars


Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid is the latest offering by Cari Schaeffer. I loved this fun story- it is full of humour, mayhem, and antics. It’s a story about starting again, of taking a plunge and hoping things work out for the better. Or is that, worse?
Olivia has had the rug pulled out from under her feet, her ‘perfect life’ in tatters after her husband is caught cheating with her best friend- while her work situation pushes her ever closer to the edge. It all results in leaving her emotionally battered and bruised. So, she picks herself up, makes some difficult decisions, and begins to pick up the pieces to start over by investing in herself and her hopes and dreams. But has she taken on too much? Will she succeed, or will her dreams go up in smoke? And most importantly, can she keep it all together without blowing her lid? This is definitely worth the read to find out…
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Cari Schaeffer!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a funny and entertaining romance. Olivia is quite relatable. She’s starting over after life kicks her a few times (cheating spouse, job loss, etc..). With the help of friends, she overcomes these challenges and shows to be strong, resilient and quite the badass. The characters in the book are fantastically written from the guilt spewing mom to the crazy ex all the way to the sexy lawyer. The story line is quite engaging and entertaining. There is plenty of humor in the story. It flows so well together. I love the whole premise of her being a personal chef and building from there. She’s very independent. Her match has such chemistry. Perfecto! I would give this book mroe than 5 stars if I could. A definite must read for the contemporary romance lovers out there.

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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her LidCooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was very relatable in every which way. I loved the concept of the story, the characters, the way everything flowed, and how realistic the writing and the plot of the book was! Wonderful read!

I loved this one, as I have said, how relatable it was. Hitting the rock bottom of life. thinking you had the perfect life, and then learning you do not actually. What kind of life do you want? Who is gonna support you if the person you always thought would? Cause now they can’t due to their actions! Olivia was very relatable. She was easy going, but wanted to be a top chef, but the life she had going until she hit the ground running, was never an option. From people that really cared about her and loved her, which she learned over time, she achieved what she thought would be impossible for her life. The power of friendship was golden in this book, as well as following your dreams and believing in yourself. Loved this book and author’s writing! Character development was strong as well. The story carried itself well! I very much enjoyed it!

Lovely book that I quickly became immersed in and could not put down! It was by far a must read for sure! Highly recommend this read, if you have not had the pleasure of reading it yet! A sensational read!

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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Dessalynn Acosta

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 out of 5 stars
Chef Olivia’s whole life is changing! After she finds her husband cheating with her best friend and loses her long-time restaurant position, Olivia has to start her life from ground zero. With a little help from her REAL friends and some sheer luck, Olivia is slowly becoming the chef she has always wanted to be. This novel is PG rated fun with real life situations, great read!

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Cooked: The Chef Blows Her Lid by Cari Schaeffer

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At twenty-nine, Olivia is a strong, capable chef on an upward career trajectory when a cheating husband, a shattered friendship, a nagging mother, and nepotism at work conspire to bring her to her knees…and almost living in her car. It’s time to pivot. What’s a girl to do when everything falls apart? Why, open your own business and jump in face first and with eyes firmly shut, of course. Thank God for friends! At least, for friends that don’t steal husbands, that is. 

Olivia enters the oh-so-glamorous business world of sleeplessness, drunken guests, gossipy clients, freebie seekers, and networking groups. Enjoy the buffet of crazy characters Olivia must balance on her plate as she steams ahead. Will she end up putting curtains in her car to dress it up, or can she make a go of it before she blows her lid?

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Cari has worn numerous hats in her life. She proudly wore the uniform of the United States Air Force, obtained her bachelor’s degree and worked as a critical care RN for almost a decade. She also owned her own Personal Chef and Catering company for six years. After all that, she chose to turn her attention back to her family. 

Closing her business didn’t make her a couch potato, however. She volunteered at her church, volunteered her time as a Mentor Mom for two MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) groups, started a thriving book club a few years ago (go figure), and also belonged to a monthly lunch club. She happily entertained people in her home and, along with her husband, raised her three kids in the midst of it all. She not only has a passion for writing, but also for serving. She views writing as a form of service for people from all walks of life.

She lives in southern Illinois with her ridiculously patient husband of over thirty years, three children, one son-in-law, and one granddaughter. Cari can be found at www.carischaeffer.com and on the social media site mewe.com.

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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Anna Hirsch

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer
4 Stars

Fate and destiny. Some say you make your own, others say it was written in the stars from before you were born. These four friends share unique physical characteristics which mark them as “ The Chosen”. They are destined to save the world. Everything they learned in history class is wrong. In a race against time, they need to relearn world history, manage their new powers and find some magical orbs, all while being hunted. Not too much to ask from teenagers, right?

As this is the first book in the Orb Quest series, the ending is open. Although it isn’t a cliffhanger, nothing is resolved. This book represents the start of their journey, the discovery of their powers and what they are capable of. Overall, I enjoyed the book. I did find parts to be a little slow but I understand everything needs to be explained, the author is setting a base for the rest of the series. There was enough action thrown in to keep it exciting. I think their powers are awesome. The characters are likeable and have a good rapport between each other. I have a feeling there is an attraction between Gemma and John and I don’t trust Tyler at all. There is something fishy about him. I’m curious to see what happens next so I’m looking forward to the next book.

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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Shaeffer – Review by Sheri Schrader

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Chosen by Cari Schaeffer is the first book in the Orb Quest series. This is a great start to a series and has me wanting to read more. Gemma is a high school student, who with some of her friends find out they are different from others. This book has something for everyone, mystery, fantasy, action, and friendship. I enjoyed Gemma and her friends. They are normal but special at the same time. They have typical high school problems but also some unusual challenges.
This is a book that I didn’t want to put down and had to finish in one go. I look forward to reading more in this entertaining series soon.

Review by @sherimichelle1

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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest by Cari Schaeffer – Revieiw by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer is a wonderfully written book that had me hooked from the beginning and I couldn’t put it down till the end. Four young adults find out they are The Chosen,and their mission to save the orbs before it’s to late. What an adventure these guys went on.Find out what happens next I highly recommend reading this Book.

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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Emily Brockschmidt

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Four friends named Gemma, Allie, John and Timothy have been close for years. They all happen to have a platinum streak of hair near the base of their necks and they all have a ring around their iris in one eye, weird quirks they never gave much thought to before. That is until they are in the local park after dark and discover a mysterious door in the woods. “The Chosen” is a wonderful opening story to what I can already tell will be an amazing series! I am a HUGE fan of sci-fi, especially historical sci-fi and this book really spoke to my kind of nerd! Cari Schaeffer is building a fascinating world of powerful orbs, secret societies and the four teenagers who are “The Chosen!” Do yourself a favor and just read this book to find out what I mean! This book was a little short for me, since I love getting lost for days in a story, but I can tell it will all be worth the wait. Here is hoping Cari Schaeffer can deliver soon since I will be eagerly waiting the next installment in The Orb Quest Series! Five stars from me!!

Reviewed by @emilybee430
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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Erin Wolf

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer, 4 stars.

Gemma is a senior in high school. She has a small group of friends that are different from everyone else, but they get along great. One day they are counting the days until graduation, the next their world gets turned upside down. They find out they each possess special powers. Not only that, but they are what’s called The Chosen. They are supposed to track down special orbs that look like unusual gems. They also find out that these gems are tied into many events in history that involved battles of power. Will they be up to the task?

This is a great beginning to the series. A young adult/new adult book, this is really for all ages. Some books with teenagers can get annoying to people like me who have quite a few years behind them since high school. But this book is nothing like that at all. I really enjoyed getting to know these characters. They are realistic and felt like they could be in my own neighborhood. There is some action and sets up the series perfectly. Not to mention that it’s not all happy thoughts. There is some sorrow which makes the book even more complex.

It is a nice blend of action, fantasy, and fun and I cannot wait to see what the next book brings us.

Reviewed by @erinwolf79

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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Heather Bahm

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Chosen (The Orb Quest Series, #1), by Cari Schaeffer, is a paranormal/fantasy novel that is fast paced and will have you quickly shifting chapter to chapter. Four friends are immediately immersed into a craziness as the story opens. Cari Schaeffer is thoroughly descriptive and creative. This is my first novel by this author and I could not put it down, as the words beckoned me to continue. Gemma and her friends were captivating and inquisitive. As the initial book to the series, it perfectly entices the reader to read the subsequent stories.

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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Chosen (The Orb Quest Series Book #1) by Cari Schaeffer is a wonderful magical Young Adult fantasy story. Cari has done a great job of writing a tale full of magic and adventure, danger and action. Cari has done a fantastic job of weaving this story that is so vivid and detailed that you can clearly picture it. It is captivating and unique and the characters are down to earth and relatable, if not a little quirky but endearing in their difference.
There is mayhem and suspense, action and magic that you will get lost in. This is a great start to the series and is one not to be missed. I can’t wait to see where Cari takes us in the other books. I wished this one could have been longer but will have to wait for the next book. I hope it’s soon.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Chosen: Book One (The Orb Quest Series Book #1) by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The Chosen in the first book in The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer. It is a great YA fantasy full of adventure, magic, action, danger, secrets, discoveries, and fun. It has a (teenage) “Relic Hunters” x “The Librarians” x “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” feel to the story. As I have come to expect from Ms. Schaeffer, she created a vivid, detailed and descriptive story, with wonderful scenes and backdrops to her captivating story. The characters were somewhat quirky and interesting and really drew me into the story. This is a very quick and easy read- but, personally, I would have love to have read a longer, more in-depth version of the story- so I could really explore and get ‘lost’ in it.
If you love YA fantasy and adventure, grab yourself a copy and join Gemma and her friends in a race against time- as there is a lot at stake in this quest for the Orbs.
Can’t wait for more!

Thank you, Ms. Schaeffer!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Chosen (The Orb Quest Series, #1) by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Emily Walsh

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By: Cari Schaeffer
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Chosen (The Orb Quest Series, #1) by Cari Schaeffer was a fast pace, hooking read, that had me so engrossed I nearly stayed up more then half the night to finish!

This book opens on a high explosive note that gets your heart pumping and raises your anxiety. That did it for me, in minutes I was hooked and couldn’t stop reading. Strong, engaging, and complex, this book will keep you on your toes, and flipping the pages. Being a past reader of Caria Schaeffer, this book lives up to the others and for me, maybe even better.

This book has a solid multi-layered plot, and a strong message of the bonds of friendship. This book is perfect for all ages, it has enough action, and darkness to satisfy older readers. Full of magic, and otherworldliness, there is never a dull moment. All of this is paired with an equally solid and engaging MC, Gemma. Strong, loyal and determined, I love her as the MC and I found her a great role model.

Overall this book is worth your time and energy. So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that this book will take you on a dangerous, deadly adventure that will leave your head spinning for more.

Happy Reading.

Review by @eawalsh

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The Chosen by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series
By: Cari Schaeffer
5 out of 5 stars

The story The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer is a wonderful book that I enjoyed reading. It takes you into a world of fantasy/magic and includes characters that have a bond of friendship. It is a story that grabbed my interest from the beginning and didn’t let go until I had finished it. I loved reading about Gemma and her friends. They find out they are marked as The Chosen. They must learn about the truth that has not been taught. They are to find the lost Orbs in order to fulfill their destiny. They also know there are powerful enemies that are against them. Read this book to find out what happens to Gemma and her friends. I enjoyed reading about the background history that is written about. You can feel the strong bonds that Gemma and her friends have. This story does an amazing job in laying down the groundwork for the series. It is exciting and fun to read. It is a book that I would highly recommend reading and I look forward to the next story in the series.

Reviewed by @dory7205

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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a young adult story that took me on an adventure and action that made it fun to read. This is about four young adults that find they are “The Chosen” and their mission is to save the Orbs before it is too late. Is it to big a task for them? They are great characters that bring the story to life and keep you reading. They are full of drama and emotion. It is a great start to the series, I can’t wait to see what happens next. I highly recommend this book.

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The Chosen: Book One: The Orb Quest Series by Cari Schaeffer

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Destiny. Is it chosen by you, or for you? At seventeen, Gemma thought she knew the answer. Then life, and destiny, got in the way.
Gemma and her friends only want to finish high school and get on with their lives. But these friends share unusual characteristics that nobody else possesses. They dismiss them as quirks of nature until an otherworldly encounter at a local park reveal the four are marked as The Chosen.
When the friends realize who and what they are, they must enlighten themselves to the truth of our shared human history. It is not what we’ve all been taught, or what we believe. European royalty and their relentless quest for the most precious of jewels, World Wars and the re-drawing of maps, nothing is as it has always appeared. The history books have lied.
The Chosen must find the precious lost Orbs before time runs out. Their adventure will pit them against powerful forces and dangerous foes to fulfill their destiny and save humanity.
Can the future of humanity be trusted to four teenagers, even four extraordinary ones? For fans of the Librarians TV series and Harry Potter’s search for the Horcruxes.

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Transformations by Cari Schaeffer (The Shifter Series Volume 1) – Review by Kristan Anderson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Transformations by Cari Schaeffer is book one in the Shifter Series. I am not huge on paranormal books but this one did not really have that “fake” vibe that some have. I actually really liked this book and will definitely be reading the rest of the series. I enjoyed the plot and the characters. I liked that Kat really just wanted a sense of normality. She did not want to be like the rest of her family. But once she found out she was super special and got a hold of her abilities she had a slight change of heart. It was great to see the type of family that the Wolff’s were. Even though it was out of necessity. There were a lot of characters, a lot of family members and just random people who I cannot say that I remember. Some did not seem important but some helped the story. The story was a fast read and kept my attention the whole time. It was never boring. I just can’t wait to see what happens next!!!

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Transformations: The Shifter Series: Volume One (The Shifters Book 1) by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Transformations: The Shifter Series: Volume One (The Shifters Book 1) by Cari Schaeffer is a great start to this shifter series with a twist. These are shifters the like you have never seen before. The story is told through multiple POV’s giving you an inside look in to their thoughts and who they truly are. The only thing I didn’t like is that you were reading about one person and in the next sentence it was someone else but once I knew what to expect it was ok. Cari is good at world building and setting a scene and she writes characters that you can connect to. The story flowed well and was well paced. It seems that the story is just picking up and then ends. Now I have to patiently wait for the next installment of which I am looking forward to.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Transformations (The Shifter Series, #1) by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Transformations: The Shifter Series: Volume One by Cari Schaeffer
Four Stars

Transformations is the first book in the Shifter Series by Cari Schaefer. This is the first book I have read by Ms. Schaefer, but definitely won’t be the last. I can’t wait to see what she has in store for us in the next book in this series. I love the different take this author has on shifter’s, it makes this story unique. The book is slow in parts but nothing that would turn me off from reading the rest of the series. It is interesting to see, how the different family members change and the effects of the feud that started generations before. Katherine (Kat) is a really interesting character, and her family is quirky to say the least. This book is full of witty banter and had me laughing out loud, but it also had some serious parts also. Overall it was a very good read and I can’t wait to read what happens in Transgressions.

Reviewed by @sunbarn

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Transformations: The Shifter Series by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Caralee Loonat

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Transformations: The Shifter Series by Cari Schaeffer

5 Stars!!!!!

What more could one ask for in a new series and new author than plenty of drama and intrigue and
an age long feud that no one remembers how it started. I was so enthralled with this book that I couldn’t put it down. The author has a very refreshing style and take on the shifter.

I was very much drawn to Kat not only cause she is the partial focus of the book but because her
character is original. I like how the author brings in many different aspects to this book. There is
the Hatfield and Macoy theme as well as a Romeo and Juliet undertone. I like how the author brings
in the twist of not knowing who the leak is and I like how the drama is drawn out and it isn’t
predictable. I am very eager to read more from not only this author but this series.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Transformations (The Shifter Series #1) by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Chantelle Smith

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Transformations Book 1 in The Shifter Series by author Cari Schaeffer is my first read from this author. She has a brilliant writing style that connects you the reader to the plot and the characters. The synopsis of this book really intrigued me and I couldn’t wait to get started. This was a brilliant fantasy paranormal read, that I could mentally visualise every detail while reading. This read isn’t like your normal Shifter reads it has twists and turns and is kind of like a spin on a Romeo & Juliet story with family’s that are enemy’s that has been building for centuries. This book is filled with lots of emotions that each character feels. This book is captivating, entrancing and I can’t wait to see what else this author brings to this series!

With this book being written in various POV’s it helps you understand the characters actions, and understand the character as a whole, it also brings this story an added depth. With each character that is involved in this story, you follow their journey and watch them grow throughout. But the one whose journey we follow the most is Katherine Wolff. This story flows from chapter to chapter and makes everything even more compelling to read.

This is a read not to be missed – I can’t wait to see what else this author brings to the series. I highly recommend this read.

Reviewed by @tillytillzz

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Transformations (The Shifter Series, #1) by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Angela Shirley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Transformations: The Shifter Series by Cari Schaeffer is the first book in the series and is not your normal shifter novel.

Katherine Wolff is part of a shifter family which has a dark past and feud which was set generations ago, until a stranger appears on the door step providing answers and help to her but this stranger has his secrets. Christopher has arrived to help Kat by passing on a message that her family is in danger, will she believe him when she finds out he is from the rival family.

The story is dark, mysterious and has a great twist with cliffhanger, the book follows different peoples point of view and offers a great insight into the world of shifters. It did take a while to get into the story but once it got going I enjoyed the fast pace from there in, the characters where believable and the banter between the two main characters was great.

I would recommend this story and can’t wait to read the next instalment in this series.

 

Reviewed by @ashirley

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Transformations by Cari Schaeffer, The Shifter Series Volume One – Review by Madison Degraffenreid

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Transformations The Shifters Series Volume One by Cari Schaeffer

This novel has amazing characters and really focused on character development. A disagreement leads to a family feud that last for centuries. The two warring families have unique abilities. This novel follows the family with the ability to shift. They can shift I to various things but Kat has the ability to shift in to more than anyone. I loved Kats character. She just wants to live a normal life but has to leave school when she finally shifts. It’s hard on her at first but once she accepts her ability things tend to get easier for both her and her family. This novel was definitely not what I expected but I really enjoyed reading it.

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Transformations (The Shifter Series #1) by Cari Schaeffer ~ Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was my first time reading anything by Cari Schaeffer and I must say, I am not a huge fan of shifter books, or many sci-fi, but I thought, that this one seemed to break the mold a bit just with the synopsis and that I would give it a go. I am honestly glad that I did. It did have a few thing that threw me off a bit. Nothing that would make be throw it out completely or not finish it though, and I was overall impressed.

This did in fact break the mold from the typical shifter books that I have read in the past. Most have been the animal type shifter books, as well as adult type love stories that tend to be the erotic romances that I read. This was along the lines of a coming of age book. Katherine Wolff, our MC, was relatable, and really coming into her own age and womanhood. She is dealing with her body changing and growing up as well as getting ready for her first transformation. I really liked how that opened doors for different emotions to be explored, including humor. This made Katherine and her family and friends relatable and fun to read. Especially, her granny. Oh, and watch out for that cliffhanger. I must confess, I will be back for more in book two, because I have so many questions, and I need answers!

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Transformations: The Shifter Series: Volume One ( The Shifters Book 1) By Cari Schaeffer – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Transformations: The Shifter Series: Volume One ( The Shifters Book 1) By Cari Schaeffer is the first book in her The Shifters Series. I was sucked in from the beginning and I didn’t want to put it down once I started reading. This is story of Katherine and her family. She is part of a family where the members shift and also go through transformation. Katherine doesn’t want to feel different than anybody else even though she is a teenager. She knows her transformation is coming and she’s upset about it, she just wants to be like other teenagers. Can Katherine’s family trust Christopher? Or is he like his family ?To answer these questions and more I highly recommend reading this book. I can’t wait to read more from this author.
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Transformations (The Shifter Series, #1) by Cari Schaeffer-Review by Amber Lange

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Transformations by Cari Schaeffer is book one in The Shifter Series. This was actually a book I really enjoyed. It was unlike other shifter books. The premise is actually pretty original. I really enjoyed the writing and characters. This one ended in a cliffhanger and I really want to find out what happens next! I just love that each character has such a unique personality that just adds to the story. 4 star rating.

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Transformations (Shifter Book 1) by Cari Schaeffer – Review by Heather Bahm

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Transformations, by Cari Schaeffer, is the first volume in the Shifter series. This is a paranormal/fantasy that is engrossing and easily addictive within the elements combined within it’s pages. Growth is a steady part of this novel both in character development and as the story gains steam and builds upon itself. The author does a commendable job in her creativity, depth, originality and talent that is evident with the suspense, drama, intrigue that flows from the pages. Being the first book in the series, Cari Schaeffer set the bar on how the series will flow and it’s one that will have the reader impatiently waiting to read the next book as it pulls you within the dynamic of the story being shared.

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