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Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite Book 4) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Christine Baranek

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Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite #4)Brutal Nights by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Brutal Nights
By: Isla Vaughn

I have read every last one of the Hidden Valley Elite Series and each and every one is better than the last. I cannot recommend reading these enough. This is a series where it helps to read each one in order however.
This book continues Damon and Sky’s story. Book 3 left me wanting so much more of their story. This book gives us everything – drama, spice, tension. Isla Vaughn’s story telling is unmatched and her character development is excellent. Each of her characters is flawed but in a realistic way. Damon and Sky have the epitome of a love hate relationship. Its the type of relationship that has you reading each page wondering which way the scale is going to tip. Is it going to end very poorly for them, or are they going to have a fantastic relationship? I am absolutely waiting on pins and needles for the next book in this series.

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Sliding into Home (Playing for Keeps Book 3) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Christine Baranek

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Sliding into Home: A Secret Baby Sports Romance (Playing for Keeps Book 3)Sliding into Home: A Secret Baby Sports Romance by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sliding Into Home
By: Lauren Fraser

This book is the third book in the playing for keeps series. It can definitely be read as a standalone, but I have enjoyed each book so very much that I recommend reading each and every single one. This is a secret baby and second chance romance. It is also a wonderfully written baseball romance. I have to say that Lauren Fraser writes wonderful characters who are so well written and have depth and flaws and just seem like real people. This story is told through multiple points of view which is done seamlessly and enhances the story. I definitely loved this story. I recommend this story for a well written romance.

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Love Is What It Is by Marina Hanna – Review by Christine Baranek

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Love Is What It Is: A holiday RomanceLove Is What It Is: A holiday Romance by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love Is What It Is
By: Marina Hanna

Toni began by going on a romantic trip with her boyfriend. However, she ends up this trip without this boyfriend because it isn’t working out the way that she had planned it. She leaves the trip and she ends up at a different (read: better) hotel. At this hotel she meets a man and it definitely leaves her with amazingly hot and steamy nights. This man, however, doesn’t like those three little words. He doesn’t say them. Is this something that she can look past? Is she going to be able to convince him to change his mind? This was a quick read. It says it is a holiday read, but it is more a vacation read. It is the perfect beach read full of romance and comedy and just a couple that you want to root for. I definitely recommend pick this one up this summer!

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Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Christine Baranek

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Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap, #2)Smooth Hoperator by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Smooth Hoperator
By: Sylvie Stewart

This is the second book of the Love on Tap series, but it definitely functions as a Standalone. This is a grumpy / sunshine book and I loved each and every moment. It also features some mystery with Sunny, the librarian and Carter.
Sunny is such a wonderful person, the type of person who definitely never says no to anyone. This type of attitude definitely has gotten her into some trouble in the past. Carter used to be a politician but is now working as a brewmaster.
Carter and Sunny have amazing banter. I really liked watching the two of them get to know each other and become more of a relationship. They had decent chemistry and I loved reading about them interacting with one another.
I definitely recommend reading this, it is a quick read and a fun rom com! Definitely would make a good beach read!

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The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Christine Baranek

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The Misery House (The House on the Hill #1)The Misery House by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Misery House
By: David Kummer

This is a psychological thriller that is absolutely that is filled with so many twists ands turns. This is the first of a three part series and I absolutely cannot wait to read the rest of the books! It takes place in such a quiet small town that is hiding so many secrets! This is a multiple POV book that does this type of story telling very well. The story telling is what is what makes the story what it is. This story is absolutely amazing an it definitely sucks you in with all the creepiness. I cannot recommend this enough. I also am waiting anxiously for the rest of the series. I loved the authors storytelling abilities and want to read even more about this small town and the house on the hill!

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The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Duology Book 2) by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Christine Baranek

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The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Cycle 2)The Book of Hours by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Book of Hours
By: Maria Elena Alonso – Sierra

This book started out very slow in my opinion. This was super difficult for me to get into, but I have a a general rule about never DNF a book. In this case I am so glad that I have that rule because about ⅓ of the way through this book it got so amazingly good. I did not want to put it down at all. It just is getting through the beginning part of the book, which really sets up the characters and whos who and the general switching of points of view. The author is also very descriptive. It is absolutely vivid and there is no doubt how descriptive things are. The actual suspense is really good and I truly loved the story line. It is such a good book overall and I definitely recommend reading it! I will say that I did not read the coin and I do not know if it would have helped to have read it to help with the beginning part. I definitely recommend reading this book! I did love the twist of the strange maniac who was obsessed with obtaining Gabriella’s manuscript and stopping at nothing to obtain it. Overall it is a very good read that I recommend filled with twists and turns.

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The Finding (Berrycreek Heights Series Book 1) by A. M. Porto – Review by Christine Baranek

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The Finding (Berrycreek Heights, #1)The Finding by A.M. Porto
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Finding
By: A.M. Porto

This is a dark, twisty kind of book that sucks you in and doesn’t spit you out until the very end. Its the kind that sometimes you set down to process what you have just read and to catch you breath, but you don’t stop for long because you definitely need to find out how the book ends. How there will be resolution, if there will be some semblence of a happy ending.
This is the kind of book with the most amazing characters, those who have been through things, that are clearly tormented who that author has clearly poured their heart and soul into. This is the kind of book that I know that I gravitate to when I am in a dark and twisty mood. The kind where I don’t feel quite right and I want to know that I am not alone in how I feel.
Vic and Lo are absolutely amazing characters who I can tell that the author put so much thought into. Vic has such an amazing story arc and character development. I definitely felt all sorts of different emotions for her throughout this story. This story is told in their dual perspectives and that adds to the emotion of this story. This dual perspective storytelling is done so well that it feels like two of your friends are telling you their version of events of something important that has happened to them.
This book has a trigger warning and is suggested for mature readers. I definitely recommend heeding that warning if you need to. However, I also recommend reading this book. It is the kind of book that sticks with you long after you read it. It is definitely so good!

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A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 2) by Elsa Winckler – Review by Christine Baranek

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A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta, #2)A Match Made in Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Match Made In Montana
By: Elsa Winckler

I absolutely LOVED this story. It is the sweetest small town romance. I love the town and the description of each of the residents. Especially the small town busybody who really kept me laughing throughout the story. She is such a small part but the parts that she was brought up really just made me laugh. I loved Annie as a character and watching her develop was absolutely amazing, her relationship with her siblings really was something that I loved. I loved how Mitch is with his sisters as well. Watching her overcome the trauma she has from her ex was really a character arc that was so relatable. Craig is an amazing character who had the most development and growth throughout the story. I absolutely loved their development as a couple. I highly recommend this book and this series. The author creates a wonderful small town world that makes me consider moving to Montana to find this small town life.

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Twisted Oath (Bound By Blood Book 1) by A. S. Roberts – Review by Christine Baranek

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Twisted Oath (Bound By Blood Book 1)Twisted Oath by A. S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Twisted Oath
By: A.S. Roberts

This is the fantastic start to a brand new Mafia series. It contains the perfect elements of what will become an absolutely fantastic series. It contains an absolutely unstoppable alpha in Salvatore. Partner that with Serafina being the foil to her mafia family. She wants to undo all the damage done in the only way she can. She wants to be a doctor to heal. Their paths cross and that is where the best part of the story starts. This definitely contains the best mafia parts – secrets, revenge, love, violence, twists and turns, and everything else I’ve come to expect from a good mafia story. I definitely cannot wait to see where this series goes and if Salvatore and Serafina’s story continues in the other books.

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Shalom Israel by Melissa Lavi – Review by Christine Baranek

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Shalom Israel: A place like no otherShalom Israel: A place like no other by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shalom Israel
By: Melissa Lavi

This is such a wonderful children’s book. I love that it introduces children to Israel. I definitely can see myself incorporating it into a holidays around the world activity. Or even during any of the many lessons that I teach about diversity. This really is an amazing picture book that I feel should be in all classroom and family libraries. I love that it uses colorful illustrations to show children a part of the world they may not know much about or ever get to experience first hand.

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Helpful Hudson by Dannielle Pickford – Review by Christine Baranek

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Helpful HudsonHelpful Hudson by Dannielle Pickford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Helpful Hudson
By: Dannielle Pickford

This is such a fantastic book! I love the illustrations and the message that the author is trying to convey to the reader. Hudson is such a kind helpful boy, he helps his family with literally anything they need. However, one day he doesn’t feel like helping and instead builds a fort. His family tries their best to make him feel better. I truly love how this story is getting across the importance of self-care. I feel that this is an area that is not explicitly taught but that children will benefit from seeing it modeled through the story and through the adults around them. This book provides an excellent example of what self care is and what it looks like. I absolutely recommend this for classrooms and family libraries!

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Grand Slam (Ground Rule Book 3) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Christine Baranek

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Grand Slam (Ground Rule Book 3)Grand Slam by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grand Slam
By: Bree Kraemer

This is the third book in the Ground Rule Series. Each book definitely functions as a standalone. However, I have thoroughly enjoyed this series and definitely recommend reading the whole thing as each book is so very good. This is a contemporary sports romance with characters who are so very well written. The main characters have such amazing chemistry and its the type of book that I love, the kind that you wish will never end. I have thoroughly become invested and involved in the world that Bree Kraemer creates in each of her books. It doesn’t hurt that this features baseball players, as I enjoy baseball and grew up both playing softball and surrounded by family members that have played throughout high school and in their adult years. Bree Kraemer writes characters who have fantastic banter and the dialogue between Heath and Grace definitely falls into this category. I hope that this is not the end of the series as I have loved every book so far!

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The Messy Kids by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Christine Baranek

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The Messy KidsThe Messy Kids by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Messy Kids
By: Lois Wickstrom

This is such a fun book about Chester. Chester is like every kid I’ve ever met, he doesn’t want to clean up, there are so many amazing things to do that are so much more fun. However, when he encounters the messy kids, his mom has the best idea. Why doesn’t he teach them how to clean up? This is really a great, easy children’s book that I know all kids will enjoy. I definitely recommend reading it as it is a fun bedtime story.

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Holding Up the Sky (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Christine Baranek

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Holding Up the Sky (Giants and Monsters)Holding Up the Sky by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Holding up the Sky
By: Lois Wickstrom

This is another wonderful children’s story with really cute illustrations written by Lois Wickstrom. As with all of her books, they have really wonderful characters with a story line that teaches the readers a lesson. This story focuses on how people perceive others. Colleen’s dad is huge and it seems that he has been given the task of holding up the sky. Because of his giant size people are not always very kind to him. One day, her dad puts down his hands and what ensues is a wonderful lesson on how we treat people. I definitely recommend this as it has such a wonderful message!

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Twisted Proposal (Central Florida Stories Book 3) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Christine Baranek

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Twisted Proposal (Central Florida Stories)Twisted Proposal by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Twisted Proposal
By: Victoria Saccenti

This is the third book in the Central Florida Stories. I have read every book in the series and I have to say that I am disappointed to see it come to an end, as it is just absolutely amazing. One of my favorite parts of this series is the characters. The depth of the characters is incredible. The book is filled with fantastic dialogue that drives the storyline. This plot is definitely dark and full of twists and turns. However, it is the kind that sucks you in at the beginning and you just want to keep reading and ignore all of real life. In my opinion, those are the very best kind of stories. I definitely recommend this!

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Undeniable (Central Florida Stories Book 2) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Christine Baranek

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Undeniable (Central Florida Stories, #2)Undeniable by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Undeniable
By: Victoria Saccenti

This book is filled with so many twists and turns. It is definitely a thriller that you cannot put down until you finish this book. It features a man who suffers from PTSD following his military background. This book is BDSM themed and some of what that entails definitely needs a trigger warning. But I truly loved this book. The characters are very well written, have fantastic depth and are flawed in many ways. These flaws are what make this a tremendous read. It features characters that are reunited after many many years apart (think childhood). There is so much more to this story than the BDSM which makes it even more wonderful. I definitely recommend picking this series up as I definitely don’t regret it at all and cannot wait to read the next book!

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Deception by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Christine Baranek

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Deception (Central Florida Stories, #1)Deception by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deception
By: Victoria Saccenti

This is a fantastic romance that is filled with twists and turns. It features a man named Joe who has lost an eye trying to save his friend who committed suicide. He returns home to try to live a quiet life and work for his family’s company. However, it is his life’s mission to exact revenge upon the woman who drove his friend to suicide. Once he finds her, however, he realizes things are way more complicated than what he once thought.
This book definitely focuses on the complication of interpersonal relationships. It is definitely a fantastic book that I didn’t want to put down. This story is very well written and the characters are so well developed. I definitely recommend reading this and I cannot wait to read more of the series.

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Stalked by the Devil (To Kiss a Stalker Series) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Christine Baranek

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Stalked by the DevilStalked by the Devil by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stalked By The Devil
By: Stacy Deanne

This book is absolutely wonderful, and frankly its the thing the best Lifetime / Netflix dramas are made of. It is filled with fantastic twists and turns that keep you guessing throughout. The characters are so well written and developed that they definitely think that they are real people who you are invested in. The plot is just so very good. It’s the kind that you just cannot put down.
This story kept me guessing. There is a stalker, however, I was very shocked when it was revealed who it was. I loved the dynamic between Melody and Sahara. I felt like it was very realistic and the fact that the little sister was viewed as meddling as it came to the older sister’s love life really made sense and made the book seem super realistic This definitely is a fantastic book that I feel should be all over BookTok sooner rather than later, that is how well written it is.
This is the second book in the Stalked by a Kiss series. I have not read the first one and it was not hard at all to follow this one. I say all that to say that this is a standalone book and you do not have to let the fact that it is a book in a series deter you from reading this amazing book!

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Ways to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper – Review by Christine Baranek

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Ways to Improve BaileyWays to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ways to Improve Bailey
By: Cori Cooper

This is a clean romance. I haven’t read a clean romance in a bit, and this one was such a well written one. I truly liked Bailey, I felt that she had a great amount of sass and that she was a decent sport with her brother and his list. At first it kind of irked me that her brother had a list about the ways that she could just improve. However, the more I read and the more I thought, the idea really didn’t bother me at all. I don’t know anyone who has a perfect relationship with their siblings and when pressed they probably could produce a long list of ways they wish their sibling could improve. She goes on a date with Tanner due to her brother’s list and what happens next turns into a really wonderful book. This book was very light hearted with characters that definitely dealt with some problems that I could relate to.

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The Master of Demise by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Christine Baranek

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The Master of DemiseThe Master of Demise by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Master of Demise
By: Nadija Mujagic

I am truly beginning to think Nadija Mujagic is going to become one of my absolute favorite authors. Every book that I’ve read by her so far has not disappointed me at all and has been a read that I don’t want to put down. I definitely want to say that this book was absolutely fantastic. I read this in one day and definitely did not want to put it down.
This is a fantastic psychological thriller filled with twists and turns. I absolutely loved the depiction of the small college town where this takes place. I feel like it perfectly depicts a college town from its charm to the people that live here. This is a story of a bullied child seeking revenge upon one of their bullies later in life. This plot sucks you in and doesn’t let you go until you finish it. This is absolutely a must read and will be a favorite of lovers of psychological thrillers!

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Sacrifice Bunt (Ground Rule Book 2) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Christine Baranek

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Sacrifice Bunt (Ground Rule Book 2)Sacrifice Bunt by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sacrifice Bunt
By: Bree Kraemer

I am absolutely loving this series by Bree Kraemer. I love baseball so this series featuring Baseball Players is a no brainer for me to read. What I wasn’t expecting is that the plot would be so well written and would suck me in from the first word.
Zara is an incredibly strong, independent woman. She has a career she loves and she definitely prides herself on not getting attached. She never expected that the one person who would get under her skin would be a pro baseball player. Its important to note that Noah and Zara have history and not any kind of history but the kind of history where everyone hopes they never see each other again. But yet they do and boy do sparks fly.
I love the banter between Zara and Noah. It just seemed like it was inevitable that their chemistry would win, despite any personal feelings that they may have. However, when they have to be professional with one another their chemistry is undeniable. I definitely love this series and recommend that everyone read this.

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My Goodbye Girl by Anna Gomez – Review by Christine Baranek

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My Goodbye GirlMy Goodbye Girl by Anna Gomez
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Goodbye Girl
By: Anna Gomez

This is the type of book that I expect in a summer read. It was well written, fast paced, and feel good. Reading it felt like I was sitting in the sunshine, while in reality I was in my bed. This book also in many ways is an opposites attract – where in no way should the characters click in real life but in the book it not only works but makes complete sense. I felt that their attraction for each other was palpable and they definitely had great banter that was enjoyable to read. I definitely recommend reading this book, especially as it makes a great beach read!

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Ladies of the Links (Ladies of the Links Book 2) by Haley Rhoades – Review by Christine Baranek

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Ladies of the Links #2Ladies of the Links #2 by Haley Rhoades
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ladies of the Links #2
By: Haley Rhodes

This book features a group of friends that are so well written. I picked up this book because it intrigued me but I wasn’t sure if I was going to enjoy it because I don’t know anything about golf. However, now I want to find a golf league that I can join to hopefully find friends such as this group in the story. This book definitely features the trials and tribulations of the ladies. It features a second chance romance, but the truth is the real story is the friends and everything they get into. This is everything that a group of friends should be. I definitely recommend this book and I promise you I will be reading the other books to find out more!

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Fetching Dreams by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Christine Baranek

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Fetching DreamsFetching Dreams by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fetching Dreams
By: Mary Bleckwehl

This is such a fantastic chapter book. The quote in the description is what drew me to this book, it ultimately became the reason I absolutely could not put down. “It was just a school assignment until it became a lifesaving mission.” This is such a heartwarming story. Neyah and Abby are penpals who begin writing because of a school assignment. However they connect on a much deeper level. This becomes such a valuable friendship that definitely changes their lives and the lives of others. As a teacher, this instantly became a book that I know I will use as a read aloud with my students. I cannot wait to see the conversations that my students will have and see if they are as moved by this book as much as I am. This is absolutely such a heartwarming inspirational story that I think that everyone should read.

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A Way Out (Rock Star Book 2) by Tami Lund – Review by Christine Baranek

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A Way Out (Rock Star Book 2)A Way Out by Tami Lund
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Way Out
By: Tami Lund

This book features such a wonderful storyline and characters. Maria is a brand new divorcee with plenty of money, but nowhere to live, no job and really no clue what she is going to do now. She really hadn’t planned on being in this predicament. This leads her to the one place and person that she thinks might help. Her sister’s house. But her sister isn’t there and their is a gorgeous stranger standing at their door. Oz is this handsome man at the door. Oz has an incredibly caring nature and they decide to travel together to Louisana, which is where her sister is, and a wedding that they are both invited to is. Enter amazing banter between Oz and Maria, an undeniable attraction and then a proposal that just might complicate things.
This book is the second in a series. It functions as a standalone, but it most definitely wont be the last book in this series that I read. I want to go back and read the first one just because I enjoyed the writing and the storyline that much. I definitely suggest picking this one up, as it won’t disappoint.

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Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 3) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Christine Baranek

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Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts, #3)Someone to Watch Over Me by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Someone To Watch Over Me
By: Debbie Cromack

This is a best friend to lovers book. It features Angelo and Lucia. I absolutely love when this type is done well. When done well I feel like it gives characters with great depth, amazing development and, generally speaking, main characters with absolutely amazing banter between them. This book definitely delivers on all three of those aspects. I felt that Lucia was very heartfelt and that her emotions truly jumped off the page, starting with the initial rejection that she faces. From there, the readers are taken on a fantastic roller coaster of emotions that had me rooting for her to find the happiness and the love that I felt that she really deserved. This was just so very good! I definitely recommended it!

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The Passion of 3: A Second Chance MMF Romance by Ariella Talix – Review by Christine Baranek

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The Passion of 3The Passion of 3 by Ariella Talix
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Passion of 3
By: Ariella Talix

This is a fantastic second chance romance. It is the second book in the perfect number series. However, it completely functions as a standalone and you will not be lost at all if you haven’t read the first one.
This is such a good book. I loved that it featured characters in their mid thirties. I also loved that it focused on rekindling romance that was had years before. I know that perhaps this explanation sounds a bit contrived, but it was absolutely far from that. In addition to being a MMF romance, it also takes place in the world of horse racing. This was honestly a fantastic addition to the book that I truly found added to my love of the story. I truly loved the story and I loved that there were twists towards the end that really made this book hard to put down. Ariella Talix is a fantastic author who has phenomenal character depth and development. I definitely think this is a book that is well worth the read!

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Lap Baby by Amy Q. Barker – Review by Christine Baranek

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Lap Baby: Emotional Women's FictionLap Baby: Emotional Women’s Fiction by Amy Q. Barker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lap Baby
By: Amy Q Barker

This is such a fantastic story. However, it is such an emotional one to read. Amy Barker does a great job making the whole thing seem so real. This story focuses on Lap Babies, those children under the age of 2 who sit on their parents lap and the aftermath of a plane crash. This plot was so interesting to me. This story definitely focuses on the different people impacted in a trauma and how they all learn to cope. Also, the guilt that accompanies being a survivor. This is an absolutely fantastic story that I completely recommend. You are pulled directly into the story and I was left wondering how I would feel and act if I was in the situation.

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Trapping the Butterfly (Butterflies Fly Free Series Book 1) by Debra Parmley – Review by Christine Baranek

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Trapping the ButterflyTrapping the Butterfly by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Trapping the Butterfly
By: Debra Parmley

I have to say in full honesty that Debra Parmley has become one of my favorite authors and I look forward to any new release by her. This one was no exception. However, when I saw that this one took place in the 1920s and featured Al Capone’s group, I don’t think I could have picked up this book any faster.
This story did not disappoint. I read it in one complete sitting and I cannot wait for the rest of the series. This book completely delivers. It features a main character who is coming of age and is on the brink of womanhood and gaining all independence. She is everything I imagine a strong female in the 1920s would be. She has been raised by her aunt and uncle but things there have always kept her in a proverbial cage. When she travels with them to Hot Springs her life truly opens up. This is when we really see what I imagine the 1920s to be, from the descriptions of the clothes, the glamorous names being featured. This book absolutely features suspense, betrayal, romance and all the aspects of prohibition. This book was absolutely fantastic and I loved watching Bethany come into her own. I definitely recommend reading this one and adding the rest of the series on your books to read list!

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Christine Baranek

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Falling AgainFalling Again by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Falling Again
By: Libby Kay

I have really loved the Buckeye Falls Series. There is something about this small town that I particularly love. It may be because it is a town in Ohio, which is where I am from. However, I really feel that it is Libby Kay’s ability to write characters that are so endearing. These characters are complex who feel like people you actually know. This book does a fantastic job illustrating life. As an adult, we all know how life gets in the way. We all know how work, kids, family, expectations, adulting all those things can come before a relationship. But the question is what happens next? This book explores this question. This story of Anthony and Natalie is so wonderful. They are a couple that has had life get in the way, but they do truly love one another. This book is fantastic and I definitely recommend it! It is so very good and sweet.

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