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Kiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis – Review by Amber Poole

Kiss of the SwanKiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love, love, love this story. Growing up one of my favorite stories was the Swan princess. To this day I love fairy tales and fantasy stories. This hit it on the nose. We have the evil with, the royal family that doesn’t listen( always the king), we have romance, violence, an evil curse, etc. I highly recommend this book. I hope there’s a sequel, a prequel, and anything else that could possibly happen.

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Anastasia Dodson

Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This Romance story is the first book that I have read by this author and it won’t be the last. This story followed Ian and Grace. They met by chance and their story was a whirlwind. Secrets were kept and when they came out hearts may or may have been! I enjoyed following their story and I am looking forward to more by this author!
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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Stephanie nicole

Cosplay WorthyCosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This romance is so absolutely perfect I just couldn’t put it down. Layla loves the Nerd scene all the way from regular super hero’s to making the best cosplay costumes. As a nerdy girl myself I totally related to Layla, but when our author introduced Layla’s crush Vic I related even more. This author did such an amazing job with this book from its originality, to its wonderful character development, and the atmosphere was perfect. While there was some pacing issues in this novel, it is still one of the best romances that I have read this year and I will be definitely looking forward to more from this author.

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Kiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis – Review by Stephanie nicole

Kiss of the SwanKiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was truly a beautiful and wonderful read. I mean true love, a fairy tale, romance, secrets, and some drama what more could a girl ask for. While this author was a new author to me I will definitely be looking out for more from her. Her character development was just simply amazing, then storyline and romance was perfect in every way, I just simply couldn’t put it down. So if your looking for a great fairytale romance to read this weekend make sure you pick this one up today, trust me you won’t be disappointed.

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Kiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis – Review by Sarah King

Kiss of the SwanKiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book had a little bit of everything one usually likes to see in a paranormal romance, magic, witches and shifters. It was a unique nod to some of the childhood fairy tales we grew up with. The cursed prince, Odhran, ends up being a despicable being along like his father. While Cathal, who grew up believing Odhran to be his younger brother, did all that he could to protect him, even nursing on of the royal swan’s back to health. Injuring on of the royal swans comes with a brutal punishment. Throughout the book the main characters face unimaginable challenges as the work to have their happily ever after.

The world building in this book was well done. The characters were well written, in some ways they were even relatable. The villains have you despising them and hoping karma catches up with them while others have you rooting expressly for their HEA. The use of modern language did take a little getting to get use to. There was also a significant amount of cruelty and brutality which may be uncomfortable for some, with the exception of that I would recommend giving Kiss of the Swan a read. It really does have HEA.

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Kiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis – Review by Shai Flores

Kiss of the SwanKiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was the first book I had read from this author, but I really enjoy new versions and twists on old fairytales. This story is a mash-up of Sleeping Beauty, a Hans Christian Anderson story, and a Grimm fairy tale. I enjoyed the new take on these stories and the way the author combined them into this unique version. For fans of fantasy and fairytales, there are so many wonderful elements to this story: a clever witch, an evil villain, a violent king, a kind-hearted hero, a brave queen, and magical shapeshifters. I highly recommend this story, but I do want to include a trigger warning since the story does include brief snippets of the king’s violence against women. I read this in one day and did not want to put it down! I look forward to reading more stories from this author.

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Rosanna Ingram

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rhyann moves to New York to follow her dream of being a dancer. While she has received a scholarship, she finds that she is going to need a job…so she applies to be a dancer at a local club. Little does she know that the man she needs to hire her is the man she had a one night stand with.

Mason has a rule of never mixing business with pleasure. That rule has never been an issue until the latest job applicant is a woman he shared a night with. He almost doesn’t hire her because of his rule…but decides to hire her anyway. Just means that their one night will stay one night.

But, as they dance around their feelings for each other while their lives become intertwined, will they be able to stay away from each other?!? Or, is another Titan going to be brought to his knees by a strong woman?!? (If you have read any of the other books…you know how this is going to go!)

Another great book in the series. I have enjoyed these characters from the beginning…and it was entertaining to see Mason get his turn as the lead. Rhyann is a strong character…which is the type of woman that a Titan needs. Once again, the author has told a great story that I thoroughly enjoyed!

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King
Genre – Contemporary Romance
Page Count – 109
Cover Designer – J.M. Walker

A Shamrock has three leaves.

A Clover can have more.

Faith, hope, and love are standard.

But luck is always number four. 

He’s a sinner when it comes to love; she’s a saint. They’re both searching for the elusive fourth leaf and a little luck. If they meet in the middle, they might just find it and each other.

Shamrock & Clover is a sweet Romantic Comedy chronicling the journey of one unlikely couple in their search for love.

~ AMAZON ~

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C.A. King, USA Today Bestselling Author, is the recipient of several awards, including:

The Hamilton Spectator Readers’ Choice Award for 2017, 2018 & 2019 in the Best Local Author category; The Brant News Readers’ Choice Award for 2017 Best Local Author; Readers’ Favorite award in the short story/novella category; the 2017 SIBA Award for Best New Adult; the 2017 SIBA Award for Best Novella; 2018 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction—Supernatural genre; 2018 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Bronze Medal in the Fiction – New Adult genre; 2019 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction – Supernatural genre; 2019 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Young Adult – Fantasy – Urban Genre; City of Brantford Featured Artist February 2020; Burlington Post Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020; Toronto Star Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020;  Cambridge Times Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2020; Burlington Post Readers’ Choice Award in the Best Local Author Category 2021; and 2021 Readers’ Favorite International Book Awards: Gold Medal in the Fiction — Holiday category.

Currently residing in Hamilton, Ontario Canada, she lives with her two sons. She began her writing career after the tragic loss of her parents and husband. Redirecting her emotions through the jotting down of stories became therapeutic in her battle with depression and in 2014 she decided to begin publishing some of her works.

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As with any new to me author i go in with an open mind and jump right in. I really loved this story even if it took a bit for me to get immersed into it (i blame my rambunctious children for this).

This was a well told story that really had me wanting to know more and more and then just feeling all of it, every single word.

I am now going to be finding the rest of this authors work and reading everything.

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Ashley Westerman

Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have not read this author before, but I will be going back to find and read other books by her! I easily got caught up in Ian and Grace’s story of meeting by chance. I felt all the emotions they were going through, and the lesson learned from this story is what secrets do to people. This was a great book. Pick it up today. Definitely recommend.

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Ashley Westerman

Until there was youUntil there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great fairytale romance story. I really enjoyed the fast pace, and dual point of view, it made me feel like I was really getting to know Regan and Jeremy. I was instantly hooked and finished it within one setting. I couldn’t put it down. My only complaint is that I read it too fast because I needed to know what was going to happen next! Highly recommend!

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Love’s Full Circle by Cherry Christensen – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

Love's Full CircleLove’s Full Circle by Cherry Christensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book that I have read by this author, and it was great! This is a feel-good wholesome story that will make anyone who loves romance novels happy. While the main characters at the beginning of the story had held a little animosity towards each other, but that changed when they met up again. While they knew each other previously and had drifted apart they were able to connect. This was a story that I enjoyed in a few short hours as I could not put it down and cannot wait to read more by this author!

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Laura-Jane Minnie

Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book definitely checked all the boxes. The characters were great and you could really feel their connection through the pages. Grace is in desperate need of somewhere to stay when she answers an ad about a room which happens to be in the same building she currently lives in, Ian is offering the room rent free as long as he gets his dinner made for him at his own cost surely this must be too good to be true? He has a dark secret that he doesn’t want Grace to know. Will it cause a rift or bring them together?!

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Tina Vega

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is definitely one of the hottest and most engaging stories in this series. I love the angst of this romance. Rhyann has come to NYC to pursue dance at a prestigious college. Finding herself without any money, she takes a suggestion from her roommate to try exotic dancing at one of the clubs. She ends up working for the man she had a one night stand with. It only amps up from there with two people who are trying to stay away from each other. Between the exotic dancing, the working relationship, and the chemistry – it makes for a lot of steam and intense roller coaster of emotions. You don’t have to start with book one as I feel this is a standalone, but there is mention of the previous romances. The Titans of Manhattan are club owners and friends so there is some crossover.

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Sara Oxton

Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a four-star read that will check all of your boxes. I enjoyed this one, it was steamy and sweet in a great way, I enjoyed the whole story, it just needed a little more polish to it. The romance blossoming between Ian and Grace will sweep you up, and take you with them on their journey, the more we get to know Ian and what makes him tick, just makes you all warm and fuzzy in the end. This has the makings of being a great story, and I am excited to see what else this author will bring us.

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Kiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria

Kiss of the SwanKiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oh my, this fairytale is so sweet! It nods to a few well known fairtales, reminding me a bit of Sleeping Beauty and a bit of The Swan Princess. Right from the start, I was totally immersed and curisous as to where the story was going. It felt familar, yet new at the same time. Cathal was such a cinnamon bun, and such an easy person to root for. Eala was so caring and fierce all at once. There were several twists and turns leading to the resolution, which tied the story up nicely. Definitely enjoyed this read!

Reviewed by @asanabr1

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Kiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis – Review by Kerry Carr

Kiss of the SwanKiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this romance story. I loved the fairy tale feel about it and the parts of the story that were similar to Sleeping Beauty.
The author does an amazing job writing the characters and their story will grip you from beginning to end. I literally couldn’t put it down. This is a story about love overcoming all odds stacked against them and really being unconditional. You can’t help but feel for our characters because at every turn something seems to get in the way of their love.

This is the story of Cathal and Eala.
Cathal is always following his brother trying to stop him getting into trouble. On one occasion he ends up on Swan Island. This is a scared placed and no one should be there or harm the Kings swans.
When he is injured by the swans he meets Eala who is the queen. As their relationship grows there are all sorts of obstacles for the couple to over come. All Ealan wants is to be with Cathal however she has a need to protect her people and also she is trapped on the Island by the king.
Cathal wants to rescue her and release her from this guided prison however he’s not sure how and with secrets and outside forces working against them.Can they both become free and together and also save Ealan’s people or will it all be to much and drag the couple apart?

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Love’s Full Circle by Cherry Christensen – Review by Angela Hayes

Love's Full CircleLove’s Full Circle by Cherry Christensen
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3 Stars

 

Love’s Full Circle by Cherry Christensen is a sweet contemporary second chance romance- with angst, drama, religion, Christian values, and a ‘clean’ storyline. It is under 200 pages long- which makes it a very quick and easy read.
Kayden and Liam have a past history- the two having been sweethearts back in high school- until Liam left Kayden with a broken heart. She has since moved on and made a life for herself as a successful therapist. But when Liam shows up out of the blue, full of regret for his past actions, she has no interest I having her heart broken, again. Will he be able to convince her to take a second chance on love- or will she shut him out for good? You will need to read the story if you want to find out what happens….
I really wanted to love this story far more than I did- but I found it really difficult to connect with the characters or invest in their story. Maybe it is just me, and I just had an ‘off’ reading day- so I will revisit this book again in a few weeks to see if I still feel the same way.

Thank you, Cherry Christensen!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Angela Hayes

Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Checking Boxes is a steamy contemporary romance and debut novel by Magdoline Ward. Ian and Grace had intense chemistry and their story pulled me in right from the beginning. The author didn’t hold back, and the story was unexpected in so many ways- it is a cleverly woven angsty story full of intensity, chemistry, secrets, passion, pain, trust issues, and surprising developments.
I liked this so much that I went looking for more from this author, only to discover that this is her debut novel- so that made me even more impressed. I will be keeping an eye out for more releases from her in the future, because if this book is anything to go by, there are even greater things to come.
Well worth the read…
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Magdoline Ward!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Kiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis – Review by Angela Hayes

Kiss of the SwanKiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Kiss of the Swan by Natalina Reis is a beautifully heart-wrenching fractured fairytale. It feels like a blend of the Swan Princess, Sleeping Beauty (with a twist), and The Twelve Swans- but with its own originality.
It did start off a little slow, but once the pace picked up after a couple of chapters, I became completely immersed in the story
This fantasy is well woven- with shifters, magic, curses, secrets, true love, romance, emotion, cruelty, violence, drama, good vs evil, and wonderful world-building. Cathal and Eala’s story will pull you in and play with your emotions. I can see this making a great movie or miniseries.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Natalina Reis!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Checking Boxes by Magdoline Ward – Review by Skylar Daniels

Checking BoxesChecking Boxes by Magdoline Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the author’s debut book and let me tell y’all something. She! Did! Not! Disappoint! I was not able to put this book down. The story between Ian and Grace is something you don’t want to miss out on reading about. The author’s writing style is something that I’ve never seen before, but I really loved it. I 10/10 recommend this book to anyone who loves steamy romance books. I’m excited to see more of her works in the coming future.

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rhyann Ward has just been awarded a scholarship to a dance school in Manhattan, New York. Now that she is starting on the path to making her dreams come true she needs to find a job. Her roommate takes her to a club called Vault where she unknowingly has a steamy night with one of the Titans, Mason Steele. It was only supposed to be one night and they’d never see each other again. When Rhyann applies for a dancing position at Vault she and Mason are in for a surprise. Knowing that she is off-limits due to his own set of rules, will Mason be able to stick to them?

Another great book in the series. It’s a quick read with plenty of steamy moments. I am enjoying this series and can’t wait to read the next book.

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Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm- Review by Lauren West

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I get excited for every release with this author. She dishes out the drama, suspense, anticipation, and spice like no other! This series quickly rose to the top as one of my favorites, and every book just gets better.
Mason and Rhyann were hot! The push and pull as they fight their feelings only adds excited fuel to the fire. Mason is a sexy and successful Alpha who also happens to be a top bachelor. Rhyann is a beautiful ballet dancer at a prestigious Ballet School. New York was her calling after she received her scholarship and now the question is how to survive. Together they had an unforgettable one night stand and circumstance reunites them again. There is soo much more to things between them and the journey to them finally being together will definitely draw you in page by page.

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Michelle Austin

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. I’m loving the Titans series so much.
I was pulled right in and couldn’t put it down.

Rhyann is on a scholarship and her dream is to become a dancer. Her roommate talks her into moving with her to an expensive apartment that her father is paying for. In order to get some extra money she talks Rhyann into applying for a job with her.

While at a club Ryhann has quite the steamy hookup, what she didn’t expect was that it would be her new boss. Mason is a Titan and he has a specific rule, he doesn’t date his employees. When Ryhann gets hired at his club he has to keep his hands off. Will he be able to keep his hands off?

Overall I really enjoyed this book. I will say that Mason was infuriating at times but eventually grew on me. I loved Rhyann. She had a certain innocence to her and we saw her grow stronger throughout the book. I loved seeing the other titans as well. I would love to see more from these two. I look forward to reading the next book in the series. 1-click and get started today.

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Rachel Moss

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really good read! While this wasn’t my favorite of the series, it was just as well written, entertaining, enthralling and steamy as the other novels in this series so far. I did enjoy it, it just wasn’t my favorite. This author is quickly becoming a favorite of mine because she writes (while not super realistic stories) in a realistic way that captures you and keeps you sucked into the story no matter what happens. I always know I’m going to be reading a great book when I pick up a new read by this author and this book didn’t disappoint! I can’t wait to read the next installment of this series!

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Trish Ann

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I had a hard time connecting with the characters. I did like the small town girl goes to the big city. It is one of my favorite themes of this genre. I’ve read others in this series and this one was not my favorite compared to those. I did think the chemistry was good between Mason an Rhyann. I would read more books by this author.

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Cosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide – Review by Jenni Bishop

Cosplay WorthyCosplay Worthy by Quiana Glide

3.5 stars

If you are a nerd or not don’t miss this original fun story. This is Quiana’s debut novel, and she has stated “It’s not perfect.” The story is slow to start out with but then slowly picks up. With a little work it could be great.
The author takes us on a journey into the world of comic cons and having been to one myself I can understand the hype and appeal.
Vic is her fangirl crush and the reason she finds herself in an awkward moment when she meets him wishing the ground would swallow her whole. Layla is quirky and fun, and I found myself laughing along the way. She runs into him again and sparks fly.
Vic is a comic writer and not at all what people expect but Layla may just be the one thing he doesn’t know he needs.
I look forward to reading more from this author as I think she will really fall into her own.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Michelle Mulvey

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was book 4 in the series but, all the Titans books are amazing. Each one is steamier then the last.
This book has many repeat characters from previous books and a few new ones as well.

Mason and Rhyann met one night in a club. Met isn’t really the word I should use. They spotted eachother, danced and hooked up.

Rhyann is currently on a full scholarship with big dreams of being a dancer one day. Like most
College students, she needs to find a job and goes with her bad influence new bestie Allie to the Vault to interview for a job. When they get there, the owner….the man interviewing them is none other then Mason Steele….the man Rhyann hooked up with a few nights ago in the bathroom of this very same club.

Mason does not mix business with pleasure after something tragic happened years ago. There’s something about that one night stand a few days ago but he can’t seem to get Rhyann out of his head and she obviously feels the same way.

Working at the vault and staying out late has caused Rhyann’s grades to fall. She’s about to lose her scholarship so she tries to extra credit projects and stuff to bump up her grades. One professor knows what she does for a living and convinces her to come put on a show for him and he will change her grade.

That’s the #1 reason Mason doesn’t date his dancers. Dancers are only safe in his club. They should never go to do a private party.

This book was great. Mason is so torn throughout this book but I love it. Such a great read. Cannot wait for more!

Review by @xchellex
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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by April Smith

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am really enjoying the Titans of Manhattan series. This is the 3rd book and the author doesn’t disappoint. The storyline is easy to follow and the characters draw you in quickly. Take a minute, it’s time to fall in love with Rhyann and Mason’s story.

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Seductively Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 3) by Anise Storm – Review by Beverly Finnie

Seductively Yours (Titans Of Manhattan, #3)Seductively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The next Titans of Manhattan is about to fall and is about to fall hard! It’s that time, book 3 is here! Seductively Yours brings Mason Steele to his knees unexpectedly.
One of the Titan playboys Mason Steele owns high end clubs that has an area which include high end dancers. What happens when his most recent hire becomes a scratch he desperately wants to itch but can’t.
Rhyann just arrived in the big city to follow her dreams of becoming a professional dancer. School hasn’t been easy nor has her dance classes. Allie, her roommate, decides they need a night out. the Vault is an upscale nightclub that little does Rhyann know is about to change her life.
These two characters dance around their sexual tension for one another to remain professional. Just brings a wonderful dynamic to the story.
I love seeing Mason brought to his knees after how he acted as a supporting character in the previous books. I also feel like this is my favorite book in this series thus far. The author does a wonderful job with these two characters, tying them in knots. Forcing them to grow, especially Rhyann being she’s so young. Because of all of that I can’t wait for book 4! My spidey senses say JC has a rude awakening coming his way!
Read them, read them all! I dare you!

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