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CHAMELEON by Zoe Kalo – Review by Carly Vogler

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ChameleonChameleon by Zoe Kalo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chameleon by Zoe Kalo is a young adult paranormal story that will leave you questioning your own surroundings.

Paloma is sent to a convent because she was trying to contact her dead father, though this doesn’t stop her. After trying once more to contact her father, strange things start happening. Is she imagining things, or is there something more going on here? Are her new friends people she can trust, or are they half the problem? Just how far would you be willing to go in order to talk to the deceased?

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Our Wicked Lies by Gledé Browne Kabongo – Review by Carly Vogler

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Our Wicked LiesOur Wicked Lies by Glede Browne Kabongo
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our Wicked Lies by Glede Browne Kabongo is an intense psychological thriller that will leave you guessing.

Some things are better left uncovered, but Alicia isn’t content with that. The more her husband reacts to her questions and accusations, the more Alicia’s suspicion grows. After seeing her husband and friend being a little too friendly at a party, Alicia’s mind can’t get past the thought of something being wrong. Is her husband of 20 years unfaithful? After someone ends up dead, it seems as though there may be more to the story than meets the eye.

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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Carly Vogler

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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight, #1)The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Lightning Horse by N.L Holmes is the first book in the Empire at Twilight Series. I am not one who normally reads historical fiction, but I will forever read anything N. L Holmes writes! The research it must have taken to have a book be so realistic and reflective of a time period is unimaginable.

When a chariot accident kills a young Hittite’s father, he won’t rest until the people responsible are found. Unfortunately, it doesn’t go as planned and we start down a rabbit hole of twists and turns, uncovering more as we go along.

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Try Right (Aloha Series book 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Carly Vogler

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Try RightTry Right by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Try Right by Jill Brashear is the third book in the Aloha Series, but can be read as a stand alone!

Claudia is scraping the barrel looking for a job when Hawaii comes along. Perfect! She will be in the perfect area to hunt down her first love. One of her stuntmen, Henry, is almost instantly attracted to her, so he agrees to help her on her search. It’s crazy to see the things we will do to impress someone. Will Claudia be able to find her first love? Will he be everything she dreamed it would be, or will she be disappointed to find he isn’t who she remembers him to be?

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Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes (Kiss Me Series Book 1) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Carly Vogler

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Dirty Kisses and Conflicting WishesDirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes by Danielle Jacks is the first book in the Kiss Me Series, but it can be read as a stand alone. It is an 18+ book!

Two people lying, for two very different reasons. Damian uses Zoe to get back at her brother, and Zoe uses Damian to keep from telling her family her life isn’t what it seems. How far are they willing to take this lie to achieve their goals? Will we be hearing wedding bells, or will heartbreak ensue?

This is a drama filled page turner!

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An Unexpected Bonding (The Unexpected Trilogy Book 1) by Lilly Rayman – Review by Carly Vogler

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An Unexpected BondingAn Unexpected Bonding by Lilly Rayman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An Unexpected Bonding by Lilly Rayman is the first book in The Unexpected Trilogy. You have to pay attention during this story, as it is written from different points of view and different points of time. That being said, it is amazing. When I read the synopsis, I knew I had to have it! It is not action packed constantly, and I feel as though this helps the reader get a better feel for the characters and the shifts in time and POV.

Do not base your idea of this book off Twilight, as this story is vastly different and I think people who hated Twilight will fall in love with this story.

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato ) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Review by Carly Vogler

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Sons of SindicatoSons of Sindicato by Sonya Jesus & Cam Johns
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sons of Sindicato by Sonya Jesus and Cam Johns is what I would consider a dark romance.

Seth and Braelynn are doomed from the start. An attorney and a crime lord just aren’t meant to be, right? With the law coming at her, and the mafia less than happy about the relationship, what can Braelynn do? Is she safe anywhere?

Suspense, mystery and love can all be found in this novella. I can’t wait to read more!

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Chased (A Cambridge Men of Honour Novel Book One): A Dark Mafia Bad Boy Romance (Cambridge Men of Honour—Dark Mafia Romances 1) by Felicity Brandon – Review by Carly Vogler

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ChasedChased by Felicity Brandon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chased, by Felicity Brandon, is the first book in the Cambridge Men of Honour Series. This is definitely an adult read.

Good vs. Evil has been the fight of a lifetime. When Allegra meets with Chase, it’s nothing short of opposites attract. They are both dominant figures, and will fight for what they believe in. However, with the intense romance blossoming, will Allegra be able to stand her ground? Will Chase take over?

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Bake Believe by Cori Cooper – Review by Carly Vogler

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Bake BelieveBake Believe by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bake Believe by Cori Cooper is an adorably fun story. As someone who spends a great deal of time around middle schoolers, I can tell you she portrays them perfectly!

Cat is you average middle schooler; too concerned with what everyone else thinks. No one in Cat’s family bakes, so when she finds herself in a culinary class, she is less than impressed. Turns out, Cat is a great baker, but something unusual happens when she bakes.

This was a fun young adult story that will have you giggling like a school girl.

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The Earl’s Scandalous Wager by Wareeze Woodson – Review by Carly Vogler

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The Earl's Scandalous WagerThe Earl’s Scandalous Wager by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Earl’s Scandalous Wager, by Wareeze Woodson, is a historical romance you won’t soon forget. When Emily is used as a wager in a bet, she can’t believe the men would follow through and allow it. It becomes all too real when Emily’s stepbrother loses the bet and she is now the property of the Earl of Lenbridge.

What is in Emily’s future? Will she be traded again? Will she be forced to marry this man. Worse yet, will she be his mistress? I love the way this story played out and can’t wait to delve into more stories by Wareeze.

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Sexy Drug (Losing My Heart Book 1) by Melody Calder – Review by Carly Vogler

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Sexy Drug (Losing My Heart #1)Sexy Drug by Melody Calder
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sexy Drug by Melody Calder is the first book in the Losing My Heart Series. Identity is important, portrayal even more so. Kate finds this out as she learns everyone isn’t always who they seem on the outside.

Katie’s dad is a ruthless and cruel man. She can only assume her new body guard, Ramone, is the same. An instant dislike is apparent between the two. However, when you spend all of your time with someone, you get to know them on a deeper level.

Can first impressions be put aside for these two to work together, or is it a disaster from the start? If they can’t work it out, who suffers?

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My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss Book 1) by Carmen Richter – Review by Carly Vogler

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My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss #1)My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Lips Are Sealed, by Carmen Richter is the first book in the Sealed with a Kiss series. Forbidden love is dangerous, but Zoe can’t stay away.

After her boyfriend disappears, Zoe can’t seem to catch up. Finding solace in music, she performs at an open mic night where she meets Elijah. She and Elijah have so much in common, it’s hard to pretend the chemistry isn’t there. Imagine the collective surprise when they find out Elijah is Zoe’s teacher.

This story is full of twists and turns, and leaves you to wonder how poor Zoe can handle any of it. Betrayal, loss, forbidden love.. It’s a real tear jerker!!

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Blue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor – Review by Carly Vogler

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Blue Summer Part OneBlue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blue Summer by Everly Taylor is part one of what I can only hope to be a long series! Sometimes we are told our whole lives to fear a type of people, and we just follow along because that is all we know.

Lillie was always told the Zayed were to be feared. After a horrific incident, the Zayed were the ones who helped her. Now in more trouble, they must all work together to save Lillie and the Zayed community.

This story had me laughing just by the first few paragraphs. A must read!

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Carly Vogler

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family, #1)Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Walker Pride, by Bernadette Marie, is the first book in The Walker Family Series. This story is a great romantic suspense. Eric is facing the harsh truth that his family is going to lose the farm, and he may lose his life. Susan is coming out of a divorce and trying to start over. When their worlds collide, will they be able to keep the past in the past? Will Eric’s family issues and secrets keep him from moving on?

A great read with several unforeseeable plot twists.

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Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna – Review by Carly Vogler

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Love UnexpectedLove Unexpected by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna is an 18+ book. This steamy romance will leave you wanting more!

A kiss with a stranger awakes something in Jules; hot desire and the need for more. Can she keep up with the benefits, or will she fall in love with him? Adam has never felt this way; he stays away from relationships. He wants the passion and the love making, but isn’t willing to do more… usually.

This story was steamy, and definitely an adult book. Would recommend to anyone who enjoyed 50 Shades of Grey.

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Flowers in December AUDIO BOOK by Jane Suen – Review by Carly Vogler

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Flowers in December by Jane Suen is a short listen audiobook. We follow Connor Norton as he visits his hometown to deal with his mothers passing. Full of regret, Connor reflects on the last 20 years in which he has barely visited. Realizing he isn’t getting any younger, can Connor overcome his shortcomings and move on to make more of what he has left?

This was a great quick listen. I would have liked to have seen more development in the story line, and perhaps more of a look into Connor’s life later on.

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Date Night by KM Lowe – Review by Carly Vogler

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Date NightDate Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Date Night by K.M. Lowe is an easy read romance centered around two people who are not looking for love. They always say love finds us when we stop looking, right? When Hannah finally meets her boss Kyle, there is an almost instant attraction. They both bring relationship baggage, and are not sure they’re ready for the possible heartbreak.

This story follows Hannah and Kyle as they start with a no-strings attached deal and grow their friendship. Can they get over their hardships and baggage to see where things lead?

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Betrayal at the Beach (Dangerous Curves Book 1) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Carly Vogler

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Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery (Dangerous Curves Book 1)Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Betrayal at the Beach by K. L. Montgomery is the first in the Dangerous Curves Series. Sunshine Baker is a Young Adult Librarian in Bryce Beach. This year, she is planning the annual Gala. Since the funds at the library have been cut short, the Gala is the only hope of maintaining the library and it’s employees. When the Bible signed by the town’s founders and the proceeds from the Gala go missing, Sunshine makes it her personal mission to find the person responsible.

This is a feel good, must read! I love the way body positivity and Christianity were both encompassed in this story. Light-hearted and a joy to read.

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Myths & Legends: An Indie Love Anthology – Review by Carly Vogler

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Myths & LegendsMyths & Legends by Laura Greenwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a collection of different stories from various authors. I absolutely loved the quick read tales in this collection. Though I would have loved to have had longer versions of some of them, they were great short stories that left no stone unturned and gave the reader enough detail to picture the scenes. A great “mini-escape” if you will.

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The Inheritance, The Story of an Unlikely Submissive AUDIO BOOK by India Kells – Review by Carly Vogler

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The Inheritance, by India Kells, is a short, steamy, romance for those 18 and older. Lani is a painter trying to make her way. When she gets a phone call that her uncle has passed and left a decent bit of money to her, the possibilities are endless. However, there is a catch. In order for Lani to get her inheritance, she has to accomplish some tasks. These tasks introduce her to her uncle’s friend, Max.

Can Lani get past her feelings and complete her tasks, or will she forever be stuck?

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Seductive Prey (Relentless #1) by Vivian Fiano – Review by Carly Vogler

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Seductive Prey (Relentless #1)Seductive Prey by Vivian Fiano
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Seductive Prey by Vivian Fiano is the first in The Relentless Trilogy. With the story ending on a cliffhanger, it’s hard to get out of your mind when you finish it. Jordan and Grant meet during time with the National Guard, but because of their ranks, they are not allowed to have a relationship.

As they return to normal lives, their paths cross once again. When Jordan has an issue at the dance studio, Officer Grant is the one to respond. After deciding to pursue their love, threats start coming in. Who is behind the threats? Can they be together with the pressures of their careers and ranks?

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Carly Vogler

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I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole is a psychological thriller that did NOT disappoint. A story that grips from the beginning, we start with Ann Winters losing her mother. While Ann is going through her mother’s belongings, she finds some things that don’t quite make sense to her. As the story unravels, Ann starts to question her mother, and even her childhood.

As Ann starts losing more loved ones, and people start pointing fingers, how will she get ahold of the situation, and what is left of her life?

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Safe Harbor: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 5 AUDIO BOOK by Valerie Davisson – Review by Carly Vogler

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Safe Harbor, by Valerie Davisson, is actually the fifth book in her Logan McKenna Mystery series. Do not let this keep you from reading it as a stand alone! This is the first story I have read, and I had no issue following along.

Logan is trying to have a relaxing vacation with her family when she is thrown into the middle of a murder investigation. If that wasn’t enough, the ghosts of her past can’t seem to leave her alone either. Faced with a decision that could change everything, what can she do?

 

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Apocalypse NOPE!! (Queerpocalypse) by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Carly Vogler

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Apocalypse NOPE!!Apocalypse NOPE!! by Deidre Huesmann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Apocalypse Nope by Deidre Huesmann is an interesting young adult story that includes several different fantasy creatures, as well as the seemingly normal Ivy-Jean.

Ivy doesn’t fit in; she’s different. When you have spiders for friends, it definitely sets you apart. As a teenager, everything is utter chaos and world ending. However, Ivy accidentally brings an apocalyptic terror to her world. At what price would you be willing to save the world? Would you be willing to risk your mother?

Every war has tough decisions and a price to pay. What will be worth it to our little heroine?

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Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare: A Children’s Book about New Experiences, Friendship, Stress Relief, and Kindness (Jake the Growling Dog Book 2) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Carly Vogler

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Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy DaycareJake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon is a children’s book that follows Jake the dog on his first trip to doggy daycare. Jake is nervous and unsure of the new experience, but is accompanied by his friend, Neet, who helps him through.

This story really encompasses the big feelings young ones can experience, and teaches them how to deal with it. Included in the adorable story, you will find discussion ideas to help you talk through the story with your child.

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My Sweet GI AUDIO BOOK by T.L Wainwright – Review by Carly Vogler

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My Sweet G.I. by T. L. Wainwright is a historical romance set during WWII. When Teddy and Jenny cross paths, there is an instant attraction. As the two grow closer and the war continues, their future is cloudy.

A stunning love story that will make you feel like a young girl falling in love for the first time!

Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer – Review by Carly Vogler

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Everything, SomewhereEverything, Somewhere by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer is a coming of age story that follows three friends on their journey from high school to adulthood. I believe young adults will easily relate to the struggles the characters face, and be hooked before the first chapter is over. Mental Health is a controversial subject, and I think David did a wonderful job portraying that. There are some dark moments, so I would make sure you are prepared.

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READY FOR FLYNN, PART 1 (READY FOR FLYNN SERIES) AUDIO BOOK by K.L. SHANDWICK – Review by Carly Vogler

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Ready for Flynn by by K. L. Shandwick is an emotionally intense start to what is sure to be a great trilogy.

Valerie is a 15 year old girl who has lived as much of a sheltered life as you can have with three older brothers. When one brother brings home a friend for the holidays, everything changes.

We follow the two on a great journey of young love, raging hormones, and most importantly, growth. With such an age difference between the two, we really get to see how their choices affect the other person, and how they grow and change through time. When Valerie turns 18, are they able to try for a love of their own, or will his lifestyle turn out to be too much for her to handle?

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Maggie (Maggie Trilogy Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by Mya O’Malley – Review by Carly Vogler

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Wow! Be prepared to listen to this book all in one sitting. At about 10 hours in length, this story is riveting from the start.

Maggie by Mya O’Malley, is a marvelous creation! I love the way it is written from different characters points of view. You really feel as though you are in the story with them.

Naomi is running from a mentally unstable ex-boyfriend and falls right into a home near a cemetery. After her cat seems drawn to a particular grave, Naomi delves deep into the young girl’s “accidental” death and finds herself befriending a spirit.

Naomi is quickly falling for a few guys in the neighborhood, but isn’t sure who she can trust as her research starts bringing up some surprising accusations. Can Naomi solve the mystery of young Maggie’s death while staying sane? Or with she get caught in harms way
and lose everything?

Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay – Review by Carly Vogler

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Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part oneSpiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first story I have read by Madeline Fay, but it will not be my last. Not for the weak of heart due to the mature content. (Rape, sexual assault, torture). This is a quick read that will leave you wanting more. It’s one of those page turners that makes you forget you need to do anything else.

Tillie’s teen years were horrific. When the people who are there to protect you, are the ones causing you harm, what is there to do? Each character has more to them than meets the eye, leaving you emotional and distraught.

Can love shine through the trauma?

 

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