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Forget Nico: Falling for the Wrong Italian (Italian Teens novel 1, The Italian Saga) by Gaia B. Amman – Review by Chantelle Smith

Forget Nico: Falling for the Wrong Italian (The Italian Saga #3)Forget Nico: Falling for the Wrong Italian by Gaia B. Amman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author has an extraordinary way with words. She continues to captivate me with the stories she creates and this one is no different. In Forget Nico, we are taken through the life of a teenager, whether that’s drama, romance, ups and downs. You really get to see the characters grow and evolve throughout the story. This author creates brilliant characters and storylines every time, she brings you along on the journey and makes you feel as though you are there alongside the characters living out their story! Each book written by this author I get hooked by, and I’m so glad that I got the chance to read this one as well. Don’t miss out on this read!

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Lisa: Coming Of Age (Book 1 of The Guardian Shifters) by KM Lowe – Review by Chantelle Smith

Lisa: Coming Of Age (Guardian Shifters #1)Lisa: Coming Of Age by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Its been a while since I have been captivated with a shifter book. But this read was amazing, it was so nice to be transported into Lisa’s world. It was a mentally visual read that you couldn’t help but get hooked up in!
This is my first read from this author and after experiencing her writing I will definitely be wanting to read more! I absolutely loved these characters, I loved following their journey and learning along with them. I loved that this was written in various POV’s it really helps you further connect with the characters, really understand what they are really thinking and feeling. Everything about this read I loved, it has drama, passion, romance, action, emotion. I can’t wait to see what else comes to this series, and what else this author brings us! Until then this is a read not to be missed!

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Mountains Climbed (Mountains Series #2) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Chantelle Smith

Mountains Climbed (Mountains, #2)Mountains Climbed by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Phoebe Alexander is one of my go-to authors! Each book just seems to get better and better and this one is no different! I highly suggest reading this book in order for the story to truly flow. This book has an amazing storyline and characters that are real, in-depth and thoroughly enjoyable. This Phoebe Alexander creates characters that have amazing chemistry and connections that really make this story what it is and help me further connect with the character’s story and feel as though I am there alongside them. We get taken on another rollercoaster of emotion that really draws you in to the story and captivates you till the very end! I can’t wait to read more from this series and what else this author has to bring us!

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Brutal & Raw: Mafia Romance & Psychological Thriller (Beneventi Family Book 1) by Sonya Jesus – Review by Chantelle Smith

Brutal & Raw (Beneventi Family, #1)Brutal & Raw by Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ve read Sonya Jesus’s phenomenal Knight’s series before, so anything else by this author I knew was an automatic read, but I never thought this read would be better than them, but boy was I wrong!

This read is dark, suspenseful, psychological, it has romance and leaves me on the edge of my seat with anticipation wondering what could happen next. It is full of twists and turns that have you completely captivated and entranced with this read.
This author had created incredible characters and a storyline that is incredible from the start and takes you along an emotional journey. What made this read even more thrilling was how mentally visual this read was, it was as though you were there alongside the characters, it was real, brilliant and I cannot fault it what so ever.
I can’t wait to read more from this series and what is to come next!

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REWIND Boxed Set (Rewind Series Books 1-4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Chantelle Smith

Rewind Boxed SetRewind Boxed Set by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you want a read that will captivate you each time with incredibly vivid and real characters, real and raw storylines, then this is box set that you need.
The REWIND Series from Rowan Shaw effortlessly captivates you with each read, you are transported to France in which you follow the journeys of characters that you can’t help but thoroughly enjoy reading about. You will definitely be taken on an emotional rollercoaster with these characters and storylines but nonetheless, you will want to continue reading to find out more about their relationships, connections and journeys they take. While this read isn’t usually my type of genre being M/M but I’m so glad that I picked them all up and gave them the chance they so rightly deserve. This is a box set that shouldn’t be missed, this is an author that shouldn’t be missed!

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King & Hunt: A Lust / Hate Story By Brienne Dubh – Review by Chantelle Smith

King & Hunt: A Lust / Hate StoryKing & Hunt: A Lust / Hate Story by Brienne Dubh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well, Thank you Brienne Dubh!

For one thing, I love the simplicity of the cover yet it draws you in! I absolutely loved this read, from beginning to end. This read had humour, romance, steaminess , it had me laughing out loud and had me grinning from ear to ear. For this being a quick read it didn’t lack in anything it was fast-paced, easy to read and brilliant from start to finish.
This author has created an epic storyline two incredible characters that I couldn’t help but love everything about it, I loved their chemistry and banter even when they were enemies.
This made for the perfect read to just sit and lose myself in in one sitting! I can’t wait to read more from this author, I will definitely be on the lookout for more from her.

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Chasing Starlight: Cassandra’s Story (The Daughters of Night Chronicles) by Matilda Reyes & Jennifer Siddoway – Review by Chantelle Smith

Chasing StarlightChasing Starlight by Jennifer Siddoway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow, what a brilliant introduction to these two authors, they have created and brilliant fantasy read that takes you along on a very creative imaginative story that hooks you from the beginning. I was captivated by the details and the mentally visual aspect of this read, I could picture everything in my head as I read along. I absolutely loved the storyline of this read it’s not very often you read one revolving around dreams but also one that has suspense and mystery. This read has some brilliant characters that i loved reading about and following along their journey. For this being a read on the shorter side, it was jammed packed with everything you could need from this genre of book and flowed effortlessly. I can’t wait to see what else these authors bring us and can’t wait to find out what happens next.

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The Sister Pact: Home is Where The Heart is by Jacquie Biggar – Review by Chantelle Smith

The Sister Pact: Home is Where The Heart isThe Sister Pact: Home is Where The Heart is by Jacquie Biggar
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great read and a brilliant introduction to this author. This read was an emotional rollercoaster that had me hooked from the very beginning, it is well developed has great pace, this author has created a brilliant storyline with relatable and connectable characters that are written in-depth and really make this story more engaging as you want to follow the characters’ journeys. I can’t wait to read more by this author and see what else she brings.

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Call of the Alpha (Powder River Pack Book 2) by Brooke May – Review by Chantelle Smith

Call of the Alpha (The Powder River Pack #2)Call of the Alpha by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ve read books by Brooke May before, this being the second one I have read from the Powder River Pack Series. I was once again completely captivated and hooked by this author’s amazing read!

I love a good supernatural romance read, especially when it involves Werewolves. This author most definitely has a way with words she has once again created an amazing read with a brilliant storyline and some incredible characters.

Rylie & Mason have a quick deep meaningful connection that develops straight away. But everything about it is real! It’s a connection that anyone would wish for. Throughout the whole read, I was rooting for these two to get a HEA and hoped that nothing would get in their way they were just perfect for each other.
I loved getting introduced to new characters and revisiting old one but my favourite has got to be Archer, he pulled at my heart the whole way through this read! I loved that this read was written in dual POV’s it really gives us a better insight into the characters thoughts and feelings and makes me love them even more!

I cannot wait for book 3, I can’t wait to see who’s story we following next, I’ll eagerly be waiting for more from this series and this amazing author!

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THE RUNAROUND: A Single Dad Romantic Comedy (CAROLINA CONNECTIONS BOOK 6) By SYLVIE STEWART – Review by Chantelle Smith

The Runaround (Carolina Connections #6)The Runaround by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first read from this author and I was so glad that I picked this read up! What a brilliant Laugh out Loud book, that gives you all emotions but has the added romance element as-well! I absolutely love the storyline that Sylvie Stewart created and the amazing characters that go along with it. Her characters really stand out and make an impression with their chemistry and connection but also their personalities, you really connect with them and love following their story. I was totally captivated and hooked with this read and couldn’t put it down! I can’t wait to see what else this author brings to this series, you won’t want to miss it!

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REBOUND (REWIND BOOK 4) By Rowan Shaw – Review by Chantelle Smith

Rebound (Rewind #4)Rebound by Rowan Shaw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rowan Shaw keeps writing these brilliant books, and each one continues to get better. For a better understanding and connection with the characters I highly suggest you read them all in order, the last thing you want is to be lacking anything. As each read that Rowan Shaw creates she takes you on an emotional journey that flows effortlessly from chapter to chapter, she has an amazing way with words that connects you to not only the story but the characters. These characters are easy to connect to, relatable and real, just following their journey it makes you not want to put this read down! This is a brilliant read that shouldn’t be missed, I can’t wait to see where else we are taken with this author, and what other reads she brings us.

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Broken by Love (The Full Circle Series) by MJ Masucci – Review by Chantelle Smith

Broken by LoveBroken by Love by M.J. Masucci
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a brilliant introduction to this new author. This book had me utterly captivated and hooked from the very beginning. This book takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions, you feel for all the characters. The characters in this read are real, relatable and each have a connection to each other in a different way. You are brought along on a journey of ups and downs, secrets and betrayal, heartache & steaminess. You cannot deny how captivating this read is, you won’t want to put it down. I can’t wait to see what else this author brings and what reads are to follow!

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Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set: (Books 1-2-3) Vigilante Justice Thriller Series by Mark Nolan – Review by Chantelle Smith

Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set (Jake Wolfe #1-3)Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow, these books definitely pack a punch! These are full of action, adventure, mystery & suspense. This author has created such a descriptive read that is mentally visual throughout. Each read has unbelievable twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat leaving you wondering what could happen next. These reads have had me captivated and entranced non-stop and thoroughly enjoying the characters we have been introduced to and their journey’s they have faced in each read. If you want fast-paced, action-packed read then this is the series you should pick up, you will not be disappointed. I can’t wait to see where else this author takes this series, I’ll eagerly be awaiting more!

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Mountains Wanted (Mountains Series #1) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Chantelle Smith

Mountains Wanted (Mountains Series Book 1)Mountains Wanted by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Phoebe Alexander is one of my go-to authors! You can never go wrong at one of her reads being absolutely captivating that will keep you on your toes and have you turning the pages until the very end! Phoebe Alexander has once again created a read that is well developed and characters that are relatable, lovable and real! Our main characters are James & Sarah they develop a connection and their chemistry is off the charts sexy. But what happens when things could turn into something more! This is a steamy read, with romance, high emotions and a captivating storyline that you wouldn’t want to miss! I can’t wait to see where else this series goes and what this author brings us next.

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Before the Second Show by Thia Finn – Review by Chantelle Smith

Before the Second ShowBefore the Second Show by Thia Finn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Thia Finn is a new author for me and this was a brilliant introduction to them! This author definitely has a way with words, a brilliant storyline has been created along with in-depth characters that I thoroughly enjoyed to read, it was well developed from the start and I was hooked within minutes. I loved the characters that this author created, they were each real, relatable and helped push the story forward. This story definitely brings you all the emotions but with it, I couldn’t put the read down. I can’t wait to see what else this author brings us!

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Landing the Lawman (Hills of Texas #5) by Kadie Scott – Review by Chantelle Smith

Landing the Lawman (Hills of Texas, #5)Landing the Lawman by Kadie Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ve read every single one of the Hills of Texas Series so far can not fault a single one! I can confidently tell you that this is a series that shouldn’t be missed! Each read gets better & better and this one is no different. This book was captivating, real and true. I absolutely loved the main characters, the storyline and their connection that developed! This author creates amazing storylines and characters so much so I couldn’t put the read down, she makes her reads real, with true romance mentally visual and extremely well developed! I can’t wait to see what else comes of this series and what else this author brings us!

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Covert Threat (A Gray Ghost Novel, book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Chantelle Smith

Covert Threat (Gray Ghost #5)Covert Threat by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Each book I have read by Amy McKinley is just as captivating and thrilling as the last, and this book is no different. This read has suspense, romance & action. It has an amazing storyline and some brilliant characters that are not only relatable really help push the story along but they also bring amazing chemistry. I absolutely loved this read! I was captivated from the start till the end and left wanting more. I found myself on the edge of my seat wondering what could happen next! I can’t wait to see what else happens with this series and where this author will take us next!

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The Istanbul Conspiracy (Code Raven Book 7) by Lynda Filler – Review by Chantelle Smith

The Istanbul Conspiracy (Code Raven #7)The Istanbul Conspiracy by Lynda Filler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What another brilliant addition to this series! Each book keeps getting better, I’ve read quite a few of them and each one keeps me completely and utterly hooked from start to finish. This read is so engaging it keeps you turning the pages with it’s action, adventure & danger. The twists and turns that leave you guessing and have you wanting more! I loved the characters they really stood out and help pushed the story further. I can’t wait to see where else this author takes this series!

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Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Chantelle Smith

Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3)Lillie by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazingly incredible way to end this paranormal Trilogy. This is another incredible well written, well developed mentally visual read that should not be missed! Each of these books keeps getting better and better and each feels more and more real each time. I was totally captivated and entranced wit it and couldn’t put it down. I was hooked with twists and turns that left me on the edge of my seat wondering what could happen next. Mya O’Malley has a way with creating unforgettable characters and thats the case in this read again, they all tell their own story but are relatable & lovable and you can’t help but love following their journey to find out more! I absolutely loved this series and can’t wait to see what else Mya O’Malley brings us.

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Taming Zane (Almost Perfect Series Book 2) by Lisa Lanay – Review by Chantelle Smith

Taming Zane (Almost Perfect Series Book 2)Taming Zane by Lisa Lanay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my second read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I was pulled in from the start and loved reading Shannon & Zane’s journey. This read has a great romance with two characters that have an amazing connection. You couldn’t help but wish that with the things that our two characters face that they get a HEA. I liked that we got introduced to some new characters but also some from the previous read. This book does get to your emotions but it makes it just that much better. I can’t wait to see where else this series is taken and who story we follow next!

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Dagda’s Daughter (Raven and Hummingbird Book 2) by Nikki Broadwell – Review by Chantelle Smith

Dagda's Daughter: Raven and Hummingbird Book 2Dagda’s Daughter: Raven and Hummingbird Book 2 by Nikki Broadwell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a brilliant action-packed fantasy read that is captivating from beginning to end. This is my first read from this author and she has created a mentally visual world that is vivid throughout. With adventure, magic, romance, mythology it makes an epic read that you don’t want to put down! Nikki Broadwell has created amazing characters that really help move the story along and make it much more realistic, this book had me wondering what would happen next and had me quickly turning the pages to find out more, but then it was over, and I wanted more! I can’t wait to read more from this series and see where this author take us.

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Ink’s Devil (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter #5) by Manda Mellett – Review by Chantelle Smith

Ink's Devil: Satan's Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #5Ink’s Devil: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #5 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Manda Mellett does it again! Seriously this woman can do no wrong! Once again each of these books just gets better and better and each time I read one I never want it to end! Then when it does I’m eagerly awaiting for another one to come along! This time we are brought Ink’s Devil. It has everything and more in this read! Its captivating, romantic, sexy, hot, suspenseful. It has action, adventure & sometimes danger, but most importantly you cannot forget the amazing Hot members of the MC, these books makes me want one of my own!

I absolutely loved Beth and Ink’s story it was an immediate sexual connection that just continues to burn in what you hope will be the characters HEA! With each of these books you don’t want to give to much away but what I can ultimately tell you is that you will never be disappointed at picking up this read!
You will be utterly captivated from start till finish with this author’s incredible work of amazing characters that are real, raw and lovable and storylines that are captivating, will make you love the characters even more and leave you wanting & needing more!

I can’t wait to see who’s story we will get next but I never want this series to end! Another round of applause to the amazing Manda Mellett for more incredible reading material!

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Singles and Other Singularities (The Woman Scientist Trilogy 2- The Italian Saga Book 8) by Gaia B Amman – Review by Chantelle Smith

Singles: ...And Other Singularities (Woman Scientist Trilogy 2, The Italian Saga)Singles: …And Other Singularities by Gaia B Amman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I haven’t read a book for a while that takes me on a real rollercoaster ride of emotions but this book did and it had me hooked from the very beginning. It’s an amazing written read that really draws the reader in with descriptive content, real and raw storyline and the truth behind cancer research. I loved our two main characters they really helped progress the story along and really help give the story an extra layer of depth. Gaia B Amman continues to prove how great she is at drawing the readers in with amazing captivating and real read that you can’t help but love!

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Kermode (Legends Series Book 2) by Maggie Adams – Review by Chantelle Smith

Legends: Kermode (Legends, #2)Legends: Kermode by Maggie Adams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this read! Everything about this I enjoyed! Being a Fantasy read it was an automatic thing to want to read this as it’s one of my favourite genres. But for it to be a shifter read it made it even better!

I was totally and utterly captivated with this read from start to finish! It had everything I love from a fantasy read, it had a bit of mystery, romance, passion, action and danger. I loved the characters they were real, relatable and really brought the story to life! I loved watching the quick connection grow between Piper & Noah but you could tell it would be an epic, intense and amazing one!

I can’t wait to find out more about our secondary characters and where else this series takes us. My only disappointment was how quick it seemed to end, I wanted more! I can’t wait to see what else this author brings and what else is to come for these characters.

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Master’s Rise: Book 1 (Phoenix Series) by L. Ann Marie – Review by Chantelle Smith

Master's Rise: Book One (Phoenix Series)Master’s Rise: Book One by L. Ann Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I couldn’t wait to dive into this read! I loved experiencing new authors and to make this even better its one of my favourite genres of book – MC.

I absolutely loved this book I was captivated with the story from beginning till the end and didn’t want it to stop! As with most MC reads, this book was steamy, it had romance, it had action, adventure and drama all rolled into one brilliant fast-paced, action-packed read!

I loved Cort & Seren they have brilliant chemistry and attraction and I loved following their journey. These characters are well developed and really help make the story that more realistic. I absolutely loved this read and so glad I got the chance to read this and get a new author to look out for!

I can’t wait to see what else comes to this series and what else this author will bring us.

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Renegade (The Mercenaries Series Book 1) by Raven White – Review by Chantelle Smith

Renegade (The Mercenaries #1)Renegade by Raven White
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With a new author comes a new series! Renegade is Book #1 in The Mercenaries series and what a brilliant introduction to this series! I loved this book from the start, I became emotionally invested in the characters in this book, and couldn’t wait to see what journey was taken on.

Renegade and Eliza were amazing main characters I loved following their story, they had an instant connection and having their relationship develop and chemistry off the charts it had you hoping that they could have a HEA. I loved the alpha male, sexy, protective Renegade, Eliza definitely is his perfect match, while she doesn’t mind putting him in his place she also knows when to accept his protectiveness, they make a very real, relatable and loveable pair.

This book has action, romance, passion, danger and suspense, it has you totally hooked and captivated from the start and leaves you wanting more! I can’t wait to read Hacker’s story next and where this author takes along on his journey and anything else this author has to offer!

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Alice Will: Dreams of Chaos Book 1 by Ashley Chappell – Review by Chantelle Smith

Alice Will: Dreams of Chaos Book 1Alice Will: Dreams of Chaos Book 1 by Ashley Chappell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first read from this author and what a brilliant start it was! For one thing, the cover of this book is what drew me in first but I’m so glad that I got the opportunity to read it. This was a brilliant YA fantasy read that took you along on an incredible adventurous journey. This was a mentally visual read full of description and imagination. I got thoroughly captivated with the story and its characters, they are well developed and I loved following their journey throughout the was a brilliant read and I can’t wait to see what else this author can bring us! Until then this book should not be missed!

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Testament of Feats: Book of Sorrows Book Two by K.H. Jones – Review by Chantelle Smith

Testament of Feats: Book of Sorrows (Book Two 2)Testament of Feats: Book of Sorrows by Kimm Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What another great read! These books definitely have to be read in order to fully appreciate the story. Once again I couldn’t wait to dive into this world that this author has created. This read is full of action, adventure, suspense and danger.
This book is written very vividly and you can mentally picture everything that happens while reading it. This book also had me on the edge of my seat with anticipation of what could happen next and I couldn’t wait to see what else the characters had to face on their journey. I’m really enjoying this series and I think all will too! I can’t wait to see what else come from this author!

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Misplaced (Joined Book Two) by Mara Gan – Review by Chantelle Smith

Misplaced: Joined: Book TwoMisplaced: Joined: Book Two by Mara Gan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I do love a good fantasy read, and Mara Gan has once again proved that she writes brilliant Fantasy Romance. This is book 2 in the Joined series and for the full effect of these books, they should be read in order!
This book has twists and turns throughout, you can never guess what is about to happen! Along with the twists and turns, this read is full of suspense, adventure, action & mystery things you always need in a good read! I was hooked with this book from the first sentence! We get another lot of brilliant characters that I love watching them grow and progress with their story.

Mara Gan creates a fantastic vivid world that is made mentally visual with her descriptive words, and I love diving into the world she creates. I can’t wait to see what else this author has to offer and what else will come next!

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A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Chantelle Smith

A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3)A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a must-read for me! Carrie Pulkinen writes amazing paranormal reads and with this not being my first book from this author I couldn’t wait to dive into this world. It pulls you in till the very end!
Each book seems to get better than the last and I couldn’t help but be utterly captivated with this read! Its has a brilliant storyline and great characters that have an amazing connection and chemistry to go along with it.
This book will have you turning the pages with suspense, action, danger and of course romance. I can’t wait to see what else this author brings to this series, I highly recommend this book!

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