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Summer Break: A Joe Football Novella by Autumn Sand – Review by Michelle Mulvey

Summer Break: A Joe Football NovellaSummer Break: A Joe Football Novella by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Summer Break by Autumn Sand is a great Novella. This series should be read in order to get the full story of what is going on. This is a continuation of Favor and Brice. It’s a couple I have grown to love. They have not had an easy time but any obstacles have brought them closer together with a stronger bond.
While on summer break they find out some information that can tear their group of close knit friends apart. I’m dying right now worrying about what will happen.
I have been a huge fan of this author since the first book I’ve read of hers. This series is a bit different from what I’ve read of hers but, I love it and cannot wait to see what happens next.

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Summer Break: A Joe Football Novella by Autumn Sand – Review by Angela Hayes

Summer Break: A Joe Football NovellaSummer Break: A Joe Football Novella by Autumn Sand
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Summer Break: A Joe Football Novella by Autumn Sand reunites us with Brice and Favor from “Joe Football”. I enjoyed the first book- so catching up with Brice and Favor for this story was an added bonus.
It could be read as a standalone, but I really recommend reading Joe Football before beginning this book- as there is a lot of backstory and other important information that is worth knowing in order to enhance your reading experience of this book.
This is a short story, with a fast pace- which makes it a very quick and easy read. Though it may be small in size, there is nothing lacking about the story, or content- there was a lot packed into a small space and it felt like a much longer story (in a good way).
Brice and Favor have been through so much, and are taking a much needed break. We follow along as these two travel to New York with their friend Egon, who is playing in a band. But just because they are off to have fun doesn’t mean it will all be smooth sailing for them.
Looking forward to more from Ms. Sand.

Thank you, Autumn Sand!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Somebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore – Review by Laura Furuta

Somebody in the NeighborhoodSomebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Somebody in the Neighborhood
By: Judy Moore
5 out of 5 stars

The story Somebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore is a thrilling/mystery book. It is a story that pulled me in and had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. The author creates an atmosphere of suspense that will stay with you the entire story. I enjoyed both the storyline and reading about the character of Dawn Anderson. She is a young woman who has come to live at Manatee Beach after her aunt is murdered. She is looking to be out on her own. Dawn is an intelligent and kind person. She soon begins to socialize with those who live in the neighborhood. Who could have murdered her aunt? Is that person part of the neighborhood? Is Dawn also in danger? Read this book to find out. This is the second book that I have read by the author and I have found her to have the gift of crafting an amazing story. She kept me guessing until the end. Besides Dawn, there are several other characters that are introduced. Some of them are very kind and welcoming to Dawn and others I found myself wondering about. Don’t miss out on a mystery that you will not want to put down until the final page. I highly recommend reading it.

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Boxed 1-4) By Phoebe Alexander – Review By Chantelle Smith

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Phoebe Alexander has done it again! I absolutely loved this selection of books! The Spicetopia world is one I’m so glad I got to experience. These books can be read as stand-alone but believe me when I say you wouldn’t want to miss the build-up and back story in each one! You will never be disappointed with Phoebe Alexander’s writing, she continues to pull you in and hold you captive throughout.
These books are amazing, it was so good that I read it in one sitting! I was captivated, entranced and totally compelled reading it. It had romance & sexiness, it had emotions and secrets. Each book is fast-paced, and a captivating read that you can’t help but read them each in one sitting as you get so invested in the story and the characters that you can’t put it down.

These reads were written in the best way as we got each characters POV, It really helped us to get to know each of them, and what their real thoughts and feelings are.

Phoebe Alexander will and forever be a go-to author for me, she has an incredible way of gripping the reader from the start with her amazing characters and amazing storylines. I can honestly say you would never be disappointed picking up one of her reads, and I cant wait to see what else she can bring!

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Jax Marlin – To Catch A Marlin by T.K. Toppin – Review by Laura Furuta

Jax Marlin - To Catch A MarlinJax Marlin – To Catch A Marlin by T.K. Toppin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jax Marlin – To Catch A Marlin
By T.K. Toppin
5 out of 5 stars

The story Jax Marlin – To Catch A Marlin is an amazing book to read. The story has action, danger, and a game of cat and mouse that is being played between the two main characters. I loved reading about Jax Marlin. She is called a vigilante; however, she sees herself as someone who finds and stops criminals her own way. She is intelligent, independent, strong, and beautiful. Special Agent Michael Pedroni is the one that has vowed to bring Jax in. As a Special Agent, he believes that her methods can be dangerous for those who are around when she strikes. However, Michael is questioning the difference in her justice and his. Will Michael be successful in apprehending Jax? What does the future hold for Jax and Michael? Read this book to find out. This is a story that does get emotional at times and I really felt for both Michael and Jax. I grew to care about both of them each chapter that I read. The story does have some steamy moments and moments that I was on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. Some of the additional characters only care about themselves and their plans. Will they succeed? Don’t miss out on a story that is an adventure that doesn’t stop until the last page. I highly recommend reading it.

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Hidden Obsession (An Alliance Agency Novel Book 2) by Maddie Wade & India Kells – Review by Debi Kircher

Hidden Obsession (An Alliance Agency Novel #2)Hidden Obsession by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hidden Obsession (An Alliance Agency Novel Book 2) by Maddie Wade & India Kells

5 +++ Stars

This is absolutely at this moment my favorite of this whole series. It was so full of edge of your seat reading and putting it down was completely impossible. Been in kind of a reading rut lately and was really looking forward to this book. First because I am in love with this new series these two amazing authors have joined together to create and second because these two amazing authors both always remind me why I love reading so much!

I highly recommend reading the Prequel and then book 1 to this series before reading this one just so you get the full impact of the Alliance Agency and all those that are involved. I’m thinking you could possibly read this as a standalone, but I can’t imagine getting out of it the same thing.

I love stalker stories, especially ones like this that have me trying to figure it out all the way through and of course always being wrong. This book has it all and Cleo and Mason were an awesome leading couple. The danger and the secrets and the OMG so Hot moments between these two..I just can’t LOL

I Loved It and absolutely as usual can not wait for more..These two authors joining together was a genius move!!

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Misplaced (Joined Book Two) by Mara Gan – Review by Karyn Taylor

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

Misplaced is the 2nd book in the Joined series by Mara Gan. It follows on from the first book, Joined. I really loved the first book and was excited to see what the author had in store for Meda and Perseus next. This book was so not what I expected but I have to say that I absolutely loved it. I just could not put it down. I just had to know how this change of direction of the story would all work out.
Mara Gan has taken the reader on an amazing journey in this second book. Meda has woken up on a beach and has no memory of her past life. All she is sure of is that her name is Meda.
I absolutely loved how she and Perseus found their way together and fell for each other again, not knowing who the other person was due to their memory loss. In this book Mara Gan has written the most amazing story, with outstanding characters, some of whom you will love and others you will despise.
The story flows really well and you get totally dragged into the danger, intrigue and growing attraction brewing around these amazing characters. As well as Meda and Perseus, this book has a wonderful collection of secondary characters who have a vital role within the story and add much humour, danger, intrigue and mystery to this wonderful tale.
One thing I must add is that I’m praying that this is not the end of the Joined series as I’m not ready to say goodbye to Meda and Perseus yet.

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Laura Furuta

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4)
By Phoebe Alexander
5 out of 5 stars

The Boxed Set of Spicetopia has 4 stories that I fell in love with. The stories include steamy scenes, wonderful storylines, and amazing characters. I enjoyed that the characters from the previous story were found in the next book. The author does a wonderful job of making them come alive and I grew to care about them with each chapter that I read. Their interactions and relationships pulled me in, and each story had me hooked from the beginning. It all starts with how Cy Sweet and Jolie Cox meet. Then there is Moon and Katja, Neve Romano and Enya Moore, and Micah Greene. These are four stories that pull you in and doesn’t let you go until the end of each one. I am hoping that there is a fifth book in the series. Don’t miss out on the romance, steam, and characters in this boxed set. I highly recommend reading them.

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Debi Kircher

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander

5 ++++++++ Stars

One of my favorite storytellers ever has hit yet another completely out of the park with every book in this set. You start out with Cy and Jolie and get to follow them all the way through each book as they kinda sorta stay main characters throughout the complete story. We get introduced to other characters though throughout who each get their own spotlight story but the main theme stays the same. The planning, creating, and finally building Spicetopia, an adult theme park.

These books are HOT, Steamy, some danger, a lot of emotion, and did I mention HOT??

I completely fell in love with everyone in these books and loved following everything that went into building this theme park. It actually felt so real I want to google and find it, although people in my life would look at me like I’d lost my mind as I’m not that adventurous, this author makes it seem so normal and almost possible.

Read these!! Not even kidding..start at the beginning and I promise no matter what genre you read this will become one of your favorite series ever!

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Love & Omens (Crescent City Ghost Tours Book 2) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Amber Lange

Love & Omens (Crescent City Ghost Tours, #2)Love & Omens by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love and Omens by Carrie Pulkinen was a great sequel. I loved the first book and loved this one too. Carrie has an uncanny ability to write books that keep you invested the entire time. It’s a well written paranormal romance. I really hope more are going to be written and soon! I love the characters and story! 5 star rating.

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Not a Good Death (Agents of Dart Series Book 2) by Naomi Bellina – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

Not a Good Death: Agents of Dart Series Book Two (Romantic Suspense)Not a Good Death: Agents of Dart Series Book Two by Naomi Bellina
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Not a Good Death (Agents of Dart Series Book 2) by Naomi Bellina
4 stars

Lilly and Dillon are not only partners at work but also outside of work. They learn pretty quickly that its not a good combination and is much harder to follow rules when feelings are involved. I have not read the first book nor anything else from this author. But after this, I’ll be sure to go back and read everything!
I was so caught up in this book to see what happened next. A page turner, so clear your schedule as you won’t be able to put this down.

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Hula Girl by Lara Ward Cosio – Review by Lisa Helmick

Hula GirlHula Girl by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story has all the feels! Right away I knew this was going to be a good one. Meeting the characters and getting their back story is done well. I feel like I know these two and only get to know them better as the story moves along. The attraction…yup I could feel that. The worry and concern…yup I could feel that. What about the heartbreak….yup that was the worst feeling. The love….yes that was the best!

I enjoyed each of these characters and the story took me for a ride. Just when I thought it was done. Nope it wasn’t. Her BIG gesture was wonderful! All of his weren’t too bad either. I felt myself smiling while reading about his Hula Girl and her Surfer Boy.

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Somebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore

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Genre – Crime, Horror, Thriller

Page Count – 404 pages

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Dawn Andersen and her parents are horrified when her carefree Aunt Amy is found stabbed to death on the beach, the second woman to be murdered in the small oceanside town of Manatee Beach. The police have arrested a homeless man for the murders, but is he the real killer? Dawn, 25, makes the biggest decision of her life when she decides to leave her routine existence in Ohio to move into her aunt’s cottage a block from the ocean in South Florida.

From the first night that Dawn arrives in Florida, the feeling of uneasiness never leaves her. There’s the strange man next door who always seems to be watching her. Married neighbors who were infatuated with her beautiful aunt. The nosy, too friendly mailman. A hooded figure who’s been lurking outside her house at night.

As Dawn learns more about her aunt’s life in Florida, she becomes convinced that the murderer is closer than she ever imagined, that her aunt’s killer is actually somebody in the neighborhood.

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Judy Moore writes mystery novels and thrillers, as well as lighter family fiction. She is a longtime news writer, editor, and magazine feature writer, and has a master’s degree in journalism. Her fiction and nonfiction work has been published in numerous national publications, and most of her novels are published by BTGN publishers. She is a former tennis professional and sports writer, so her stories sometimes have a sports backdrop. Her most recent work “Somebody in the Neighborhood” is her fourth mystery novel. “Murder at the Country Club” is about a death on the golf course, and “Murder in Vail” is set on the ski slopes of Colorado. Her thriller “The Mother-in-Law,” set near St. Augustine, Florida, is a favorite with readers. Her Christmas anthology “Christmas Interrupted,” contains three novellas: “Airport Christmas,” “The Holiday House Sitter,” and “The Hitchhiker on Christmas Eve.” An earlier novella, “Birds of Prey,” and a new novelette “Football Blues” are also available on Amazon.

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Singles and Other Singularities (The woman Scientist Trilogy 2- The Italian Saga Book 8) by Gaia B Amman

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Genre – Women’s literature

Page Count – 366 pages

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Epigenetics, gene silencing, passion, and friendship—Leda Balni is one of many graduate students, scrambling to make a difference in the race for the cure.
Is work all that matters?
Flora is engaged to the wrong man, Emin is a player, Makoto is in love with his experiments, and gorgeous Iul is smitten with unrequited feelings—not to mention exasperating Amar, who kissed Leda probably out of spite.
All of them are in the hands of temperamental bosses, funding agencies, and the United-States Immigration Services.
Does anyone ever find love? Results? Funding? Will Leda?
You’ll adore this riveting novel because it’s like Grey’s Anatomy in cancer research: funny, emotional, and extremely relatable with soothing pearls of wisdom for the single and paired.
Read it now.

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Born and raised in Italy, Gaia B. Amman is the author of Linked, a sizzling sci-fi political thriller about empathy and diversity, and The Italian Saga (six volumes released so far). She was the 1996 and 1997 winner of a Short Story Award in Arese (MI), Italy.

Fluent in four languages, Amman has a Master in Medical Biotechnology (genetic engineering) and a PhD in Molecular Oncology (molecular cancer research). She is a Professor of Biology at D’Youville College in Buffalo, New York, and the recipient of several science awards (UniMI fellow 2002-05, DOD fellow 2005-07, AICF fellow 2007-08, AICR fellow 2007-09, DOD fellow 2010-12, 2017, 2016 DYC Researcher of the Year, 2016 AAUP Scholar of the Year).

An avid traveler for work and pleasure, Amman has backpacked across the world. When nobody is watching, she binge-reads novels and manga, watches anime, or rocks it out with her band, the 9Ts On.

Amman’s novels delve into the depths of human nature, combining the realistic approach of a scientist with the humor and empathy of a survivor.

She is a vegetarian and a fervent supporter of diversity and human rights.

Among her favorite authors are J.K. Rowling, Jandy Nelson, Neil Gaiman, Chuck Palahniuk, Kurt Vonnegut, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Antoine De Saint Exupèry.

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Alice Will: Dreams of Chaos Book 1 by Ashley Chappell – Review by Anantha Rusum

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

The world in on the verge of war. The Gods are all set to fight against each other. A young demi-God, Trotter, who does not know her lineage and powers, finds herself in the middle of this epic battle, and before she realizes, the onus is on her to save the world.
There is the realm, the world of Gods and there is Aevum, the common world. There is a wedge, which connects these two worlds together. Gods are not supposed to cross the wedge and meddle in the life of humans, as per the signed Accord. But one demi-God, Alice breaches this accord by unknowingly tapping into her powers and alters the course of the world. This wakes up all the dormant Gods, both good and evil. Evil tries to reach out to Alice to change the course of events further and bring back the God of war, who had been tricked and trapped by the other Gods to maintain peace in the world. Now the good Gods reach out to fourteen-year-old- Trotter, to use her powers to stop Alice and the evil Gods, who are all set to seek their vengeance and destroy the world.
This is a typical fantasy young adult plot, but every book varies based on how the author constructs her plot and pours her imagination into the characters and the settings. I really liked the fantasy element in this book and how all the mythical creatures are described. The talking cat, the watching Falcon, the grotesque mermaids, and dangerous demons. There is the Canvas which holds the memories of one and all, a backdrop on which everyone can paint their own memories. So, the Gods who have access to this Canvas, can go back and forth and change the course of the World. All they have to do is to fiddle with a memory of someone, which can trigger a whole new set of actions. I loved this concept and the imagination is brilliant.
But I did feel a disconnect with the characters themselves, I felt they did not grow on me as much as I expected them to, at the beginning of the book. The destination matters and so does the journey. The relationships Trotter or Alice forge in their journey, do not seem deep as there is a constant rush to reach the end. Considering that the book is just about more than 300 pages, it falls trifle short to capture the huge appetite of the author. Too much happens in a very short span of time, and before you realize, you are at the climax. I felt there was not much need to tie up all the loose ends in this book. The author should have let somethings be, to be taken on in the subsequent books of the series. In the books of a similar genre, like Harry Potter, Percy Jackson or His Dark Materials, the loose ends are not tied till the very end of the series. Leaving this apart, the book is a very enjoyable read.
To summarize, a brilliant piece of work which triggers the reader’s imagination. I am very curious to read the second book, to see where this magical world leads to.

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The Crazy Yates by Kimberly Packard – Review by Maura Harper

The Crazy YatesThe Crazy Yates by Kimberly Packard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

WOW

After writing this review, I am going to find out if this is part of a longer story or series. I’m invested in the Yates Family and want to know how it all turns out.

A quick and easy read that centers around the Christmas holiday and it reminds us why we still believe in ” Santa Claus”. Bleak from the very beginning, this story is not a all puppy dogs and butterflies yet it allowed me heart to swell and believe in happy endings.

It is clean and YA friendly and I things any age group could enjoy it.

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The Debt Collector by India Kells – Review by Shannon Fowler

The Debt Collector (An Underground Bad Boys Romance)The Debt Collector by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fast paced, sexy adventure. This story has several taboo subjects such as sex trafficking, male on male loving and even a little more in the sex department. This book should be read by people with open minds and those that are adults.

The Debt Collector has twists to keep you guessing, surprises to keep you reading and sexy scenes to keep you hot and bothered.

This is the first book I have read by India Kells and it won’t be the last. I really hope there are more stories by Kells about this group of characters as I found them funny, honest, and sexy. The story line was easy to read and follow, with just enough characters to keep the adventure going.

I recommend this book and am looking forward to discovering more from this author.

Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks

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Reckless – An Anthology by Mika Jolie, Kylie Stewart, P.M. Carson, Sharla Lovelace – Review by Shannon Fowler

Reckless - An AnthologyReckless – An Anthology by Mika Jolie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reckless is group of four sexy and steamy stories by four different authors. This group of stories is hot. Each author puts their own spin of hotness into their story. The stories themselves are on the shorter side so they are easier to read. However, they are steamy, so I advise you to read in the privacy of your own home, not at work, or on the bus, or in the line at the grocery store. In your own home.

I really recommend this anthology. I will be looking for more by these authors since these stories have me wanting to read more.

Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks

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Forgetting Ophelia by Julie C Gardner – Review by Shannon Fowler

Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel (Friendship & Secrets, #2)Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel by Julie C. Gardner
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Julie C Gardner is a new to me author and Forgetting Ophelia is a book I wish I could read for the first time all over again. I am so sorry that Lia is blindsided by her husband, I hurt with her as I read her devastation. I loved “watching” her grow and develop into the strong character Gardner meant for her to be.

This story was easy to read and while it is the second in the series each book can be read as a standalone. I am looking forward to reading more from Gardner and hopefully more about Lia.

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Rhapsody and Rebellion by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Shannon Fowler

Rhapsody and Rebellion (Enduring Legacy #7)Rhapsody and Rebellion by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Here’s a book about a family fighting to save themselves and their beliefs. A family trying to protect the innocent and the ones they love. “It’s an honor and a heavy burden. And I wish to all the saints that I could save ye from both.”

This is my first book by Wynne and what a great start! This story includes mystery, death, rebellion, The Legacy and even second chances. People protesting the government is not a new age situation. It goes back many years, in this story’s case back to the 1700’s.

I really liked the details of this story. The way the characters talked made sure we knew they were from Scotland and/or England. The style of writing kept me turning the pages, wondering if they would survive, if they would save their loved ones. I look forward to reading more from Wynne. I can definitely recommend this book.

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