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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance Prequel (Hidden Valley Elite Series) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Christie Mitchum

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite #0.5)Savage Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Savage Start is the prequel to Savage Lies in the Hidden Valley Elite series! It’s a great start to a fantastic series.

I have already read the entire series, but I had to come back and read the prequel when I had the opportunity to see where it all began! Cole and Riley are from completely different worlds. Cole was born into a world of wealth and privilege. Riley has been most of her life running with her mother and a grifter. Her new target is Cole. She plans to steal a souvenir and leave undetected. It seems like an easy enough task until she gets stopped by Cole. Not only does she get caught by him, but she shares a steamy kiss with him. Neither have a clue what the repercussions that passionate kiss would have.

This series would become one of my favorites, and this novella did a great job of giving me the background of Riley and Cole. If you like new adult, a good, steamy bully romance, and an epic enemies-to-lovers book, this prequel and the duet are not to be missed!!!

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The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Christie Mitchum

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The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella's 1-4The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Human Mating Site is a steamy and oftentimes, hilarious journey of one woman’s self-discovery after her split with her ex-husband!

The book opens with Bella and her husband’s split after twelve years together. She knew deep inside that the marriage was struggling, but her ex was her best friend and represented safety. Now, she has no choice but to move on without him. As the healing process continues, she realizes how much of herself she has lost over the past twelve years. Not only is she now on a journey to figure out who she is but now she has entered the dreaded dating pool, and she has no idea how much dating has changed since then.

Every novella is about a guy she meets, and so far, each one isn’t Mr. Right but Mr. Right Now. Each novella very aptly describes each guy, and with each encounter, Bella is gaining more confidence. I love her relationship with her friends. They each want what is best for her, and they are an amazing source of support.

I’m hoping that Bella finds more of a connection with someone as she continues her journey, and I have to say I’m really a fan of Liam. He is a player, but somewhere in that heart of his, I think he is a great guy, and I think he might have more feelings for Bella than he thinks he does. Can’t wait to see where her journey takes her.

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Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light Series) by Nanette Littlestone – Review by Christie Mitchum

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Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light, #2)Sweet Dreams by Claire by Nanette Littlestone
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sweet Dreams by Claire by Nanette Littlestone is a sweet, charming romance that I enjoyed from the beginning until I finished the last page.

Claire has worked in her family’s bakery since she was a child, learning from her mother the joy of baking. Now, she has ideas and recipes of her own that she would like to try, but her mother has no interest in trying something new. She squelches any idea that Claire brings to her.

One day a chance encounter completely upends Claire’s life. She is told by her mother to take some desserts to the Cleary’s resort for a taste testing for an upcoming wedding. On her way, she literally collides with the bride’s brother, Finn. When she arrives, the desserts are ruined, but an opportunity presents itself. She is given permission from the chef to use his kitchen, and she uses this chance to make her own creation which is a HIT!!!

Her mundane life is now anything but that. She is embroiled in the bride, Brigid’s, wedding and forms a fast friendship with her. In addition, she finds herself in a possible relationship with Finn. He encourages her to go for her dreams and brings her out of her shell. However, an accident that happened many years ago may be standing in between this new relationship with Finn.

Not only is this a romance, but it’s a story about family, forgiveness, new opportunities, and dreams! Plus, it takes place in Ireland and involves baking…what could be any better than that!!!! If you are in the mood to read a sweet tale that leaves you with a warm feeling in your heart, you can’t beat this magical little book!

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