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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by stephanie nicole

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

All I can say about this book it WOW! I am personally always a sucker for a second chance romance story and while this was my first one involving sports it definitely exceeded my expectations. This book is full of so much emotion, love, heartache and so much more that I just simply couldn’t put it down. Brynn has moved to a new city after her divorce, she is a strong beautiful woman who isn’t going to let another man stand in her way of her dream. Levi is strong and handsome, and while he’s from the wrong side of the tracks what will happen when his path crosses with Brynn? Will she allow herself to love him again? Or has the past done to much damage? You’ll have to read this fantastic second chance romance to find out for yourself.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Jenni Bishop

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This contemporary military romance story is the third book in this series. It is set in a small town and is the story of four women who are more than friends they are sisters but not by blood. It is full of witty banter, emotions, insecurities, and drama. This story is about Gina and Bryce, but can she overcome her fears and learn to trust again? The author has created something where the world building is described in detail, and the interesting characters are well developed. It has sizzling chemistry and sparks that burn hot that will have you needing a cool cold drink. I found myself frustrated with Gina at times, but it is an intriguing story that pulled me in.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice- Review by Lauren West

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bryce is the all around perfect book boyfriend, and he stole my heart as much as he did Gina’s. Gina was a lovable character who had a brave façade, but so much inner turmoil due to what she saw physically and remembered mentally. The bombing took away a large part of her, and Bryce is that that person to help her see herself and get it back. Her and Bryce had misunderstandings, drama, and much self doubt to each overcome to obtain their HEA.
This was such a beautiful story, and it was more than just the typical romance of boy gets the girl. The amount of emotional depth and self acceptance in this book spoke volumes.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A good start with this first book in the series that is a second-chance contemporary hockey romance tale. I enjoyed the wit and antics from his teammates who offered an ongoing supply of commentary and had me laughing. There are characters that you will fall in love with and others you just want to strangle. A kid from the wrong side of the track who falls in love but finds her again after many years of heartbreak. Insecurities, heartache, and doubts, not to mention walls built to protect and it is a hard road to rekindle a fated love, or is it? Sizzling chemistry and the back-and-forth banter with these two leads to an interesting tale that had me immersed in their world.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by April McCoy

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I didn’t realize this was a series so I will definitely be going back to check those other books out! BUT, this was such a touching tale. The perfect book to cozy up to and read from cover to cover! The characters were wonderful and the story was so well written with a great flow! It had my feelings all in a jumble!

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Jules Herbert

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have to admit after reading a few books by this wonderful author that just seeing her name on the book will make me want to pick it up and read it. Both her main and side characters are always so well written and she draws you into their world so expertly that you feel every step of their story.

This book is no exception! I was hooked from the very start when Gina and Bryce meet under a misunderstanding. I knew straight up Gina was going to be highly spirited and that I was going to love her. This book is filled with wonderful characters and a rocky emotion filled road to love. It is a book not to be missed. I will definitely be buying and reading the rest of the series as soon as possible.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright. This is such a fun second chance romance. Its the story of Brynn and Levi who were sweethearts until their families got involved mostly Brynn’s mom and caused them to break up. Brynn has always felt like Levi was the one that got away and when she wins a package ticket to go see the Astoria Bay Thunder Hockey team and have one on one time with the team Captain Levi it brings her back to her lost Levi. When she meet this Levi she doesn’t realize its her old Levi and he doesn’t let her know. Brynn has recently been thru a rough divorce and has decided to pursue her dreams of being a photographer so when she is asked to take the team photo for the Hockey Team she almost declines. Levi has realized that his feelings for Brynn have never gone away. Once Byrnn realizes its her old Levi the sparks are still there. Will they be able to rekindle their old love? Will Brynn be able to put her broken marriage behind her enough to give Levi another chance? Read Power Play to find out!

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Liz Vrchota

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a fun one to get lost in and devour! I have never had the chance to experience this author before but I can tell you it won’t be my last that is for sure! I just loved this steamy and sassy read and I had no idea what I was going to get when I picked it up. Normally I love sports romances and the cover and blurbs with a few teasers sold me when they crossed my timeline. I knew I had to see what the outcome would be after Brynn smacks Levi in the nuts lol. I was not disappointed at all. This book really dove so much more into matters of the heart. I found myself laughing out loud, oohing and ahhing at the sweetness at times, finding it smexy hot and smoldering, and downright angst at others. It had all the pieces I needed for the perfect romance and really it kept me up way past my bedtime because I just needed to know how these two would play out and if they would get the happily ever after. I am excited that this will be the beginning of a series so there will be more to come from Astoria Bay Thunder. I will for sure be back for more!

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Trish Ann

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed the story of Gina and Bryce.  She was a very likable character and was easy to connect to.  I loved the development of her relationship and how they grew together despite their insecurities.   The tight knit relationships with her band of sisters was heartwarming especially with all that she endured in life.  I saw that this is book 3 of the series and it really read well as a stand-alone.  I usually feel like I’m missing something when it’s the second, third or fourth book even though the stories aren’t completely connected.  I would definitely like to read others in the set!

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Edie Kelleher

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A sweet romance with a bit of steamy thrown in. Levi and Brynn had good chemistry with some amusing banter. The side characters definitely add good value in this story too. I enjoyed how easy this was to read and follow, worth a read if you like second chance sports romances. I will definitely be checking out other books from this author.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Contemporary Romance novel and is 298 pages in length. This story follows Gina, a former Army Sergeant and Bryce, an arson inspector. Gina spends her days teaching online and dabbling with her hobbies. Gina keeps to herself because while on duty she suffered serious burns from a bomb. When Bryce and Gina run into each other, sparks fly. Gina’s wall slowly starts to crumble. But can she move forward thinking he will be turned off by her scars?

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Kerry Baker

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such an entertaining story. A second chance romance that is funny and well written I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters really were amazing. They had obvious chemistry from the moment they met.
I found myself laughing more than once as the story progressed. The author really made it easy to engage with the story. These are the kind of characters that it is so easy to root for as you want them to work things out. This was a brilliant book that I would highly recommend.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really loved reading about Brynn and Levi.

Brynn has moved to a new city to start over after her recent divorce. She is following her dream now that she is done putting them aside for a man. After winning tickets on the radio to a local hockey game, she thinks her luck is changing. However, when she nails the Captain of the team in the jewels in front of a large crowd, she believes luck is not on her side. Getting contacted to shoot the team’s calendar could be good for her…and her bank account…but when the Captain shows up and drops a truth bomb on her, Brynn doesn’t know how to feel.

Levi is the Captain of the team and is dedicated to only the team. He doesn’t have room in his life for love. He had one of those once and doesn’t want to bering that kind of heartache into his life. When he sees a woman during the period intermission, she seems familiar to him. When her name is announced, memories of the past come rushing in. The next time he sees her, he is a jerk. But when he tells her his truth, he isn'[t sure what to expect…but it isn’t the anger that is unleashed upon him.

What follows is the story of a past filled with love and heartache…and trying to deal with it after years have passed and life has changed both of them. The camaraderie of the team is a huge aspect of this story…and I love Tia and Bridger! The chemistry between Levi and Brynn is fierce…but the hurt feelings of the past creep up and threaten the progress they make. I admire Brynn for standing up for her own freedom and wanting what’s best for herself and not letting others decide it for her. As the first book in a new series…I enjoyed it and can’t wait to see what the next book brings!

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Karyn Taylor

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the great first book in a new hockey series. I had never previously read any of this author’s work but I love a hockey romance so decided to give it a chance. I’m so glad that I did because I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more in the series.
It is a second chance romance which is also a trope that I really enjoy reading so that’s another plus point for this book.
I was pulled into the story from the very first chapter but was confused by one thing. I was sure this story was a bout Brynn and Levi, so why was I reading about Brynn and the very hot Bridger? I even went back to the synopsis to check. All was soon revealed. If only I had given the story a real chance to get started.
I really enjoyed reading Brynn and Levi’s story. Both are really great characters to read and I could have read about them for hours.
One thing I loved about this book is the cast of secondary characters: Brynn’s very feisty best friend Tia and the rest of Levi’s team mates. Their interactions make for some very fun and enjoyable reading. I laughed a lot while reading this book.
I really can’t wait to read Tia and Bridger’s story which comes next and then whatever else the author has in store for the Astoria Bay Thunder hockey boys.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazingly fun story! I laughed and shook my head at the antics in this one. The story is fast paced and easily kept me turning pages. The characters were written very well. They had growth and changes throughout plus they made me laugh. Levi and Brynn are well matched. My only little issue is I wishes something would have been in here about how her mom and Brynn reacted now. It was kinda glossed over.

There is a lot of time spent getting to know the team. It made this filled with humor as they are just boys in mens bodies. I enjoyed getting to know Bridger and his family and can’t wait for his story because…well…Tia is a fireball! He is going to have his hands full with her!

Overall I really enjoyed this and I look forward to more in this series.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This contemporary romance took me on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading it, and had me hooked from start to finish. Former Army sergeant Gina Fisher was badly burned from a roadside bomb two years ago, but is now finally ready to live her life again. She now finds inner peace by sewing and crafting and teaches children online, but she is keeping herself apart from everyone but her sisters. When she meets Arson inspector Bryce Cambridge she can not deny their chemistry but she is quick to shoot him down. However, Bryce won’t give up and soon he has Gina lowering the walls she’s built around her heart. As their relationship develops Bryce wants to know all of Gina, but she’s reluctant to show him her physical wounds from burns and shrapnel, let alone her emotional wounds. The chemistry between Gina and Bryce literally sizzles and their connection really comes across in the narrative. They are both likeable and relatable characters who I felt engaged with and I was cheering them on hoping they would get their well deserved HEA.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Kayleigh Allen

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love Gina for her bravery. I just wanted to give her one big hug. I was so happy when she found Bryce even though she is closed off. I love how they wanted to work and were willing to make it work. Real relationships show work, and this showed it!

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Angela Hayes

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sister) by Marianne Rice is a contemporary romance- about finding love unexpectedly and taking a chance on love. It has a wounded warrior component to it, as well as emotion, secrets, and sizzling chemistry. This book could be read as a standalone, but you might find as I did, that one book will lead you to wanting to read more.
Gina’s life got turned upside down when she was wounded by a roadside bomb while serving in the army two years ago. She has bravely rebuilt a life for herself, but never really puts herself ‘out there’, always keeping her distance so as not to feel the sting of hurt or rejection. But when Bryce enters her world, he seems to be able to scale the massive walls she has surrounded herself with. Will he be able to handle ALL her secrets, dismantle her defences, and get her to take a chance on love?
Another emotional and yet heartwarming story from this talented author.
Looking forward to more…..
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Marianne Rice!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Devoured this book in one day, and stayed up past my bedtime to do it!

Brynn is finally free and able to live her dreams. She is starting a new chapter in her life and pursuing her passion! She soon finds out, however, that its not as easy as she thought. A chance encounter with a hockey start has her starring her past right in the face, and facing old heartache. Can she move past her pain? Will she make her dreams a reality? Levi has been through a bunch, yet he has been able to channel it and make something of himself. When he has an opportunity to fix his one big regret, will he do it? Will she let him?

The instant chemistry between the two MCs is what romance novels are made of. The story was everything you would expect from a romance, yet unpredictable making it so that you absolutely left this world behind and were transfixed by their story. There is a found family here, strong bonds, and passion! Its a perfect book to curl up with and escape to dreams of true love and fated souls. Tia is likely my favorite character because I love her no-nonsense attitude! I also really enjoyed Bridger and I am so excited to get more of him and Tia.

I read this book not knowing there was a prequel story, but I did not get lost at all. Just when I finished, I thought about how great it would be to get the backstory of those particular characters, and BAM! They have their story, so I am definitely picking that up! haha.

If you are looking for a romance story that is relatively short and easy to get lost in, give this one a shot!

Reviewed by @asanabr1

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Kayleigh Allen

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved this story about second chances. Levi and Brynn are an amazing couple. This story is what second chance love is supposed to be like. I couldn’t put it down. If you want a quick romance story that is an amazing read, I recommend this story.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Angela Hayes

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

 

Power Play is the first book in the Astoria Bay Thunder series by C.J. Cartwright. This is a second chance sports romance with emotion, angst, drama, chemistry, sizzle, banter, heartache, and new beginnings. It is the first book that I have read from this author, so I was excited to see what the story would be like.
Levi and Brynn have a history which left them both broken-hearted. Levi went on to find success as a star hockey player in those ten years, while Brynn is looking for a fresh start after her recent divorce. When fate reintroduces them, the sparks between them reignite- but will the pain of their past keep them from taking a second chance on love? It is worth the read to find out.
I loved Levi immediately, but it took a while or me to connect with Brynn. I think her mother needed a good serve of humble pie though. There were parts of the story that I would like to have known more about or see happen, such as her mother getting the karma due to her, or finding out more about Brynn’s ex and the divorce etc- but not because the story was lacking in any way, just because I am nosy lol.
I have become an Astoria Bay Thunder fan now, so I will definitely be keeping an eye out for the rest of the series.
Happy reading!

Thank you, C.J. Cartwright!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Katie Matthews

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story – second chance romance together with sports romance makes for my perfect read! I’ve not read anything by this author previously ad I really liked their writing style. The story flowed well and had a great pace to it. I loved the chemistry between the two main characters it felt real and believable. They had a genuine connection and I loved reading about them. As well as the two main character Levi and Brynn, there were also their friendships with other characters that made the story too. I loved the interaction and banter between them all.
This was a great read and I am definitely looking forward to more from the series.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1)
By CJ Cartwright

5-stars

I absolutely loved this second chance romance read, I’m always a huge fan of hockey romance reads, something about all of the confident/cocky players does it for me.

Right from the get go I was hooked, I was instantly intrigued by the characters and couldn’t wait to find out all about them. This is one of those books that I was able to read in one sitting as I couldn’t bring myself to stop reading.

This author managed to create so many dynamic characters, both main and secondary, and now that I’ve finished this book I will impatiently wait for the rest of the series! If you are looking for a great second chance romance read look no further this is the one for you!

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Bethany Rollins

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Hundred Wishes is the 3rd book in the Band of Sisters series about a close group of former military woman who have become a family. This book focuses on Gina, who left the service after a roadside bomb badly injured her and changed the course of her future. She now spends her time crafting and selling her products at the local markets. This is where she meets Bryce, an arson investigator who has an instant attraction to Gina, even though the first meeting is full of hostility and misunderstanding. The chemistry between Gina and Bryce is wonderful and both must face certain fears with the other to move forward into the relationship they both desire. This book is fast paced, full of love among the family you make and the ones you allow into your personal bubble.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an excellent second-chance romance book. Brynn and Levi get their chance to see if they can rekindle the love they missed out on when they were younger. Of course, there are a few problems to tackle. Loved the characters. They each had little parts of them that I could relate to. I loved the hockey theme. I grew up in Denver and went to some DU games. There was nothing like some college hockey. The plot was excellent for me as an older reader that has had a few chances at love. I love the series and will be looking forward to reading more. Hit the click button and read it. You will love it too.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Shelly Kittell

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gina survived a bomb attack in the army. Bryce is an arson investigator with the fire department. Two people less likely to be together. Boy, do the sparks ignite with these two. Gina is quick to turn down and reject Bryce. Bryce doesn’t give up. He tags along on the group activities with her friends. Gina is surprised and decides to give in. These two have some challenges to work through in order to have a relationship. Can they do it? Well-written with some humor scattered throughout. The characters feel like they are your neighbors from the neighborhood. Down home and friendly, they would bend over backwards for you. They are so relatable. The plot is well written and flows well. Terirfic book that I hope to read more in the series. You should get out and read this too. I would definitely give it more than a 5 if I could.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a good feeling type of book, I had a lot of fun reading it, and enjoyed how things progressed and took place. The two main characters had their pasts, and their presents. What they needed though was their future. Perhaps it was right there staring them in the eye, and they both just had to embrace it?

This was actually a first time author read for me in all honesty, but I really enjoyed the descriptive senses for my sensory the author had used. It was like an art masterpiece, no spot or feeling went unlooked at, or in this case felt. It was beautiful and had the emotions associated as well. The story was a masterpiece being painted as the story went on, I could not help but love Gina and Bryce, They were two souls you really wanted to find their own happiness, and be to basically be happy. Loved them!

Something that I enjoyed in this book that is a bit different from other romance books I have read and enjoyed, was the fact that the characters had scars that were so vivid you could feel them for yourself. They were there, they hid them, yes, but when they surfaced, they were impacting. You felt every hardship, pain, and tear in those words written on the papers. It was real and powerful

This author is really amazing with her writing, and I could not put this one down at all. It was a book I just wanted to spend all day reading and well enjoying to say the least. Do not pass up this author or this amazing series, both are a very high and strong recommendation from me for sure. I will defiantly be reading more by this wonderful author, as well as the prior books in the series and new ones to come.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Kerry Carr

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really emotional and at times funny romance. It is third book in the Band of Sisters series. The author does a great job with these characters. She takes the devastating accident that happens to Gina and really shows you how this effects a person even after the fact. Gina has been through so much and still fights everyday however she is still a strong woman who speaks her mind which is what I enjoy. Her strength is inspiring.

Bryce wants to get to know Gina. He didn’t know he was looking for someone until he met her but her attitude towards him makes him wonder if the attraction is mutual. He also gets the feeling that she is hiding something from him. Something that stops her from giving herself to him completely but he can’t understand what it is or what he needs to do to get her to share that thing with him.

This story is definately a rollercoaster of emotions. The things the couple go through keeps you wondering if their relationship with ever succeed. There are places where you feel like begging Gina to tell him just so they can move forward together but you also feel the fear that Gina has of being rejected.
It is a beautiful story about when you find the one you need to fight no matter the barriers that you need to overcome and Gina needs to learn to let her guard down and let someone into her life.

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Rayne East

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Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder #1)Power Play by C.J. Cartwright
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Second chance hockey romance
This is Levi and Brynn’s story about a second chance at romance. I really enjoyed the banter between the team mates and Brynn and Tia. The writing is good and the author took time to develop the characters. Even though it was a quick read for me, the story didn’t feel rushed. This is book 1 in the series and has created a wonderful start for the rest of the series. Looking forward to book 2.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites yet by her. I enjoy being pulled into the story from the beginning of the story by the characters. They are connectable and brought much to the story. This is a story about Gina and Bryce. They both have a past and in need of healing. One of them just may have more secrets hidden than the other. I enjoyed how engaging they kept the story as well as made it hard to put down. Their chemistry is great, strong and I really enjoyed watching their growth throughout. The author’s use of details made the story feel realistic and wanted to know what happened next. This is a great second chance story that you will have to read to find out what fate has in store for this couple. I highly recommend this book.

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