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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Heather Hoke

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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was over too quickly! Or maybe I just loved it so much I didn’t want it to end at all! I loved how the roles reversed. I wasn’t so sure at first that I would like that. Cause I’m so used to reading about man protects woman type idea. But it was like the best breathe of a change. This is #4 I’m the series but I had no issue reading this one, as I have not read the others. However, I do believe I WILL be reading others.

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Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light Series) by Nanette Littlestone – Review by Trish Ann

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

This was a sweet, cute story. I was drawn by the setting being in Ireland. I absolutely loved the romance between Claire and Finn. I also thought that the bakery was a good addition which added to the plot. It was a perfect and cozy story for the season.

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Wicked Ends: A Dark College Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Series, Book 8 ) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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Wicked Ends (Hidden Valley Elite #8)Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book starts right where the previous left off so I highly recommend reading that first.

Shane and Winter go through it all in this one. We get answers to many questions we had and even some we didn’t expect too!

I absolutely loved the epilogue and including the whole group was just what I needed to end this series. Can’t wait to read more from this author

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Children of the Wild (Children of the Wild Series) by Krysta Tawlks – Review by Trish Ann

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Children of the WildChildren of the Wild by Krysta Tawlks
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was a good story. I picked it because it was advertised as something similar to Tuck Everlasting which to this day is one of my favorite stories of all time. This book had similar themes it just was a little slow moving for me. I liked the journal entries because I always feel like these give a little more personal insight and voice. This would be a book I would recommend to students who are interested in this genre.

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Tropic Heat (Flamingo Island Series) by C.A. King – Review by Mary Espinoza

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Tropic HeatTropic Heat by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

C.A. King has done it again! Tropic Heat (Flamingo Island Series) is a really fun read by C.A. King that brings all of the feels. To me it gives romcom vibes with all of the funny, sweet, good feels, and is an engaging story about a groom, a nonrefundable honeymoon, his best friend, and so much more. This is a novella-length book that can easily be read from the front cover to the back in one sitting. I thought this was an entertaining story, and even though it is short in pages it delivers the whole picture!
For the longest time I didn’t know if I could ever find an author that was as good as Janet Evanovich, and C.A. King has been that author for me! She doesn’t disappoint with her novels and is constantly bringing us fantastic books! I don’t think that you will be one bit disappointed to pick up a copy of Tropic Heat and find out what happens for yourself! I can’t wait to read more from C.A. King especially what happens with Daniel.

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Mary Espinoza, December 2023

Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light Series) by Nanette Littlestone – Review by Julie Johnson

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

Tradition rules the bakery where Claire has basically grown up. Set in Claremore, Ireland, Claire wants nothing more than to bake to her hearts content. She longs to own her own bakery where she can create the items that she loves most. Her life is safe and mostly content until Finn steps in the picture. He does his best to get Claire out of her comfort zone and into his arms.

This was a fun read that made me smile!! I could almost smell the goodies that Claire was making at times and her earrings were a sweet little addition to her culinary skills!

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Orenda (The Latitude Series) by T.S. Simons – Review by Chrissy Spulak

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Orenda (The Latitude)Orenda by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This sequel in the Latitude series is just as good as its predecessor. We continue to follow the journey of Caitlin and Gio on to Canada, as they become ambassadors. This dystopian fiction is exciting and enthralling and has a unique mythological concept that will get you thinking about your own world. I highly recommend reading the first book to get all of the intricate details and nuances of character development before diving into this one. That being said, the way this author writes is so descriptive that I wouldn’t think you would necessarily have to have read the first book to appreciate the writing and storytelling aspect of this book. I also would highly recommend reading this author’s other works, as well.

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Jade: Hidden Scars: A Forbidden Age-Gap Romance (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Hidden Scars (Jade #1)Hidden Scars by A. Akinosho
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This read was not what I expected at all. There is a lot going on in a very short period of time, much more than I thought was possible. The way the author captures your attention is very addictive, you just want to ignore all your daily responsibilities and keep reading. The main characters do complement each other very well.

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Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets #2)Auctioned Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 2) by Via Mari

Auctioned Surrender is the second book in the Sinful Duets and is a wonderfully written Billionaire Dark Mafia Romance that will have you turning the pages till the end. This is one author I never hesitate to read whatever she writes. Her style of writing and attention to detail makes for an epic story. There’s just the right amount of drama, action, danger, suspense, steam and so much more. This is Bryanna and Damian’s story. She’s fierce and finds herself in a situation where she’s trying to protect her family (neice,nephew and mom) Things get serious when a young girl is kidnapped. Now the race is on to find the missing girl and protect her. Damian thinks it’s going to be get in get the girl and get out. But what happens next? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. As always im looking forward to reading more from this Author.

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Lost and Found (Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Kimberly Filer

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Lost and Found: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9 (Logan McKenna Series)Lost and Found: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 9 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Murder on the high seas, a new baby, a body that washes up on shore without anyone claiming it. All of this and more are wrapped up with a big bow in this captivating book. Logan McKenna is at it again with her “team” of friends to figure out who the body belongs to, who killed the boat captain and what exactly is going on that has a family up in arms. A can’t put down mystery on the high seas with a Logan McKenna twist.

Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light Series) by Nanette Littlestone – Review by Kerry Carr

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

This is great second book in the Capture the Light Series. It is the first book I have read and I really enjoyed it. In fact I plan on going back and reading the first book in the series as I really enjoyed the author writing and story telling.

This is a sweet romance but with elements of family drama, as well as a journey of discovery for our main character Claire.
She is such a likeable character. She loves her job in the family bakery and she really wants to branch out on her own but the thing holding her back is her mother and family commitment.
So she stays working hard at the family business.
Until a wedding changes her outlook on life. At the wedding she meets the brides brother Flynn. With their attraction being instant Flynn encourages Claire to take a chance. Flynn will only be around for a week so could she live adventurous and take the opportunity for a little adventure of her own? However things arent going to be so simple as just throwing caution to the wind and taking a risk. With secrets that are threatening to be revealed Claire could be risking it all.

This book is definately a journey of self discovery as she learns more about herself, what she really wants to do with her life and she discovers just how amazing love can be.

I was completely invested in Claire and Flynn’s story. The author sets it in a beautiful landscape of Ireland which made it even more of a romantic and magical feel. I really can’t wait to read more from this series and this author

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Recipe For Revenge (An April May Cozy Mystery Book 2) by Hazel Smith – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Recipe For Revenge: An Unputdownable Small Town Cozy Murder Mystery (An April May Cozy Mystery Book Book 2)Recipe For Revenge: An Unputdownable Small Town Cozy Murder Mystery by Hazel Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book that i have read by this author and i loved it! It’s about a women named April. She is from the big city so small town living and outdoor activities aren’t her strong suit but she ends up trying many different things. She even helped solve a mystery invoving a murder. She was an awsome mc. I am looking forward to more by this author in the future!

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail (A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series) by MJ Murray – Review by Shannen Kern

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Detective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book SeriesDetective Dylan and the Case of the Missing Mail: A Youth Sleuths Chapter Book Series by MJ Murray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great book to read with both of my kiddos! I have an 8-year-old and 12-year-old, and we really enjoyed reading this together. It was a perfect fit for my youngest as he sometimes gets bored by chapter books because he still enjoys the pictures. We were pleased to find that there are lovely illustrations that broke up paragraphs and chapters to keep our interest. It’s fun to hear how everyone’s imagination works as we read through and played detective on our own! I highly recommend this fun and engaging story that is easy to follow, and we can’t wait to see what the next book brings!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The Befallen (The Unsung and The Wolf Duology) by Cambria Williams – Review by Alison Risher

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The BefallenThe Befallen by Cambria Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book features a society that is beleaguered by an evil plague. One that is not spread by germs, yet kills groups of the living nonetheless. Legend says a hero will save them all. But what makes a hero? Who gets to decide what type of people have it in them to actually be a hero? Ultimately, this is a book about faith. The faith to believe, and the faith to become.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets #1)Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whispered Surrender is a collection of two great reads about twin sisters Sasha and Marenah. I find it crazy how they both fell for guys who were best friends but at different times without even knowing eachother.

Wayward is a book about Jay and Sasha. As soon as Jay spotted Sasha on a recording he wanted to get to know her. There are so many moving parts in these books and they are full of fast paced action. Jay is running a team of guys protecting very important clients. Sasha is here In The states as a ballet dancer but she has very important family weather they acknowledge her and her twin or not. Jay and Sasha get to know one another and Jay is trying to keep Sasha safe. She falls for him but doesn’t really believe his feelings are real.

undercover is the second book which is about Matt and Marenah. Matt is undercover trying to get some information from some very important high profile guys in the mafia. His cover is blown and he’s in the basement of a bar beating beaten when he wakes up and there’s a beautiful blonde tied up next to him. He doesn’t know much about Marenah but he vows to help her escape and keep her safe. Matt and Jay are part of the same team and when Matt’s team is there causing a distaction, both Matt and Marenah are able to get away but they are taken away separately. Undercover confused me a bit at the end after everything happened and Marenah had to go back with Scottie and clear up some paperwork. Is Scottie one of the good guys or is he dirty like so many others. These were both great reads. Just like all the other books by this author, I loved them!

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Wicked Ends: A Dark College Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Series, Book 8 ) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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Wicked Ends (Hidden Valley Elite #8)Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wicked Ends is the 8th and final book in the Hidden Valley Elite series. It picks up where Wicked Games leaves off, finishing the story of Shane and Winter. I’m so sad this series is over, as I have loved every bit of it, and am so invested in the characters. But I am happy with the way it ended, and glad the author gave us a well rounded epilogue. Shane and Winter were in a precarious situation at the end of the last book, and I was curious where things would go. There was so much going on in this book, and I didn’t expect much of it. I’m glad we got the full story of Winter’s childhood drama. The supporting characters in this book and series are wonderful. This series would make a great TV series- think Riverdale… teenage drama and a perfect friend group where everyone gets along and is dating each other. I hope the author is working on a new series, because my heart is hurting at the conclusion of this series.

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Wicked Ends: A Dark College Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Series, Book 8 ) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Michelle Marlow

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Wicked Ends (Hidden Valley Elite #8)Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a wonderful conclusion to this series. Also Shane and Winter’s story. All of the emotions and the character arcs and growths. This was a great series. I cannot wait to read more by this author.

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The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book 3) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Julie Johnson

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The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 3)The Magic Man by Cat Treadgold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was excited to get to dive into another Cat Treadgold story featuring the O’Connell family! The star of this story is David, who has just returned from Africa. He’s a doctor that people refer to as the “magic man”. He has a fiancée who is a bit on the prickly side. David runs into Maddie at a family get-together and sparks start to fly between them. Maddie soon realizes that David isn’t exactly a free man to pursue so she sets her sites on Kilo. Who will win out in the end?

This story has it all and then some! I have really enjoyed this series and I hope more books will follow soon!

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Wicked Ends: A Dark College Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Series, Book 8 ) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kristan Anderson

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Wicked Ends (Hidden Valley Elite #8)Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn is book eight in the hidden valley elite series, as well as the second installment in Shane and Winters story. This book was everything I needed and more in terms of wrapping things up. There was SO MUCH happening but I’m so sad it’s over. The amount of secrets, lies that have been told and believed for years, the pain. My gosh these two kids (young adults) have been through everything. I could not put this book down because I needed to know what truly happened to Winters sister. How Shane is blamed for things he couldn’t have been apart of and just how everything was tied together. Sometimes it’s crazy how small of a world we live in and how people who should mean something in our lives can hurt us the worst. Overall, I’ve loved this series and am content with how things have been laid out. I’ve grown to be quite fond of Isla’s writing and am sad it’s over as I’ve loved all these characters.

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Faida (Heartstrings Book 2) by Brooke May – Review by Mary Espinoza

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Faida (Heartstrings Book 2)Faida by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another great read by Brooke May! Faida is the second book in the Heartstrings series, and it is just as good as Aiko. This is a romance story about one of Cupid’s helpers, Faida and like Cupid’s other sisters, Faida has been given a new assignment to help to someone try to find love again. The thing is, Faida has been helping humans find love for so many centuries and like many of us, she gets to thinking about all of the relationships that didn’t work out. Will this one work out or is it going to be another bust? At one point this particular assignment has Faida wondering what she’s missed and how much more can she do for people and their love lives. I hope that you are able to pick up a copy of this book and enjoy it as much as I did!

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Mary Espinoza, December 2023

The Befallen (The Unsung and The Wolf Duology) by Cambria Williams – Review by Kerry Baker

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The BefallenThe Befallen by Cambria Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic debut novel by an author who clearly has author a penchant for writing. The story is imaginative and captivating and really takes you, ad the reader, on an exciting journey.
I really enjoyed reading about Sloane. Her character fit absolutely perfectly with the story and, for me, that just added to the whole experience. Her strength was obvious, even in the face of such challenges. This is a brilliant and engaging story and I cannot wait to see what else this author will produce.

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3) by Brooke May – Review by Mary Espinoza

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Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3)Malayeka by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Malayeka is the third book in the Heartstrings series by Brooke May and I have been enjoying this fun and original paranormal series, each book brings more fun, adventure, and romance and to me each one keeps building a bigger picture of the ‘Cupid’ world. Brooke May has crafted a wonderful, fun series, but these books do show us that things don’t always go according to plan. In this book, we accompany Malayeka as she seeks to ensure her mission doesn’t end up in a complete disaster, unfortunately this is something she is all too familiar with. Is she able to right the wrongs, work her cupid magic, and find a way to get a little of redemption along the way? All I can say is pick a copy of this book and find out the answers yourself!

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Mary Espinoza, December 2023

The Cannibal Caper (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Cannibal Caper: A Sparky of Bunker Hill MysteryThe Cannibal Caper: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery by Rosalind Barden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This boom is a great follow up to the first book and I really enjoyed getting to know more about Sparky. She off on another adventure, trying to solve another mystery. The mix of characters in the book is great. It is clearly well thought it and they all add so much to it.
The book is really well written and imaginative. The author draws you into the story with ease and keeps your attention right to the end. This is a great addition to the story and I am looking forward to Sparky’s next adventure.

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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Ashley Sugar

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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series, #4)Dangerous Rhythm by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Romantic suspense is one of my favorites! This book did not disappoint. The characters, the story..all amazing. I devoured this book so fast and i wish I didn’t finish it so quickly because I didn’t want it to ever end. If you want romance, suspense, steam and a great book with amazing characters, read this!

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Aiko (The Heartstrings Series Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Mary Espinoza

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Aiko (Heartstrings #1)Aiko by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Aiko by Brooke May a sweet and salty read by Brooke May, and it was not what I was expecting, but it ended up being such a great surprise. I don’t like to do things the traditional way and decided to read this book after I had already read the fourth book of the series. I found that I adored Aiko, even during her most annoying times…lol! I found that I warmed up to her, I mean everyone has their run of bad luck, hers just seemed to be worse than others. This was a great story and one that I feel will hook you from the first page and not it won’t let you put it down until the last page. So, if you do decide to pick it up, make sure you have time to fully enjoy it!

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Mary Espinoza, December 2023

Seraphina (Heartstrings Series) by Brooke May – Review by Mary Espinoza

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SeraphinaSeraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in the series and if you’re like me and didn’t read the previous books…you will be able to understand without the backstories. This is the first one that I have read in this series, and I found it to be such a cute, fast read and I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series. I was really pulled into the idea of Cupid’s helpers and the whole scheme of romance idea that Cupid brings. This story has a good blend of characters that are quick witted, quick tempered, and have truly unique personalities. This book was a really fast read for me as I couldn’t put it down because I needed to know what was going to happen next. I suggest this book if you are looking to be able to sink into your couch, get away from reality for a while, pick this book up and give it a try! I don’t think you will be one bit disappointed!

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Mary Espinoza, December 2023

Hope For A New World (Gaia’s Voice Series) by Renee W Peek – Review by Mary Espinoza

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Hope For a New World (The Hope Series Book 1)Hope For a New World by Renee W. Peek
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hope For a New World is the first book in The Hope Series (Gaia Series) by Renee W. Peek. This is the first book that I have read by Renee Peek, so I wasn’t sure what to expect from one of her stories, but the cover pulled me in, and I figured that I would see what it was about.
What I discovered is an original story with quite a bit going on, there are multiple characters, and multiple point of views going on also, which makes the story seem interesting. This is a Sci-fi fantasy, with a bit of a ‘message’ about the environment, and the part we play in it all. So, the setting of the story is over a hundred years into the future, and it depicts the changes that we have brought about to the environment.
I appreciated the story and messages it contained, but I did find it difficult to fully connect with some of the characters, because I felt like there was quite a bit going on with each of the characters. I hope that Renee continues to make books in the series which explain each point of view.
The only way to find out if your thoughts of this book, is to pick up a copy for yourself and read the book…I don’t think you will be disappointed!

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Mary Espinoza, December 2023

Children of the Wild (Children of the Wild Series) by Krysta Tawlks – Review by Kerry Carr

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Children of the WildChildren of the Wild by Krysta Tawlks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was the first book I have read by this author but I found it a very enchanting read. This is a YA fantasy adventure. It is fast paced and really interesting. It is a story of family, magical beings, adventure and a young boy discovering who he is and what his destiny is.
The main character Elbert is a sweet young boy who always thought he was a normal kid. That is until he starts sprouting feathers and feels a burning sensation that takes over his body.
What is happening to him? As he starts to learn more about his magical abilities he needs to learn how to control his magic all the while his mind is being opened up to other magical creatures and beings and are only heard of in stories.

There are some emotional points in the story as we are with him as he tries to work through feelings of grief while still protecting his remaining siblings.
This is a moving magical tale of a young man choosing his path while working through emotions and pain that could cloud his judgement.
Which path will he choose? And will his choices put the rest of his siblings in danger from creatures he has only just found out existed.

This was a magical read. I was presently surprised by this author’s work and I can’t wait to read more.

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Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lela’s Choice is a standalone romance that follows Lela as she travels from Australia to Malta to look for her missing niece. She’s keen to work independently from her father, but her father has arranged for Hamish to help in her hunt.

This is the second book I’ve read by this author, and I enjoyed it a lot! The author approaches interesting and complicated issues and situations in her books, adding depth to the romance. In Lela’s Choice, we have the challenges of locating a missing person in an unfamiliar country, as well as Lela’s relationship with her father and how that impacts on her connection with Hamish.

The setting in Malta is well-researched and described, so it’s like travelling there by book! It’s fun exploring Malta along with Lela and Hamish.

I’d recommend this to fans of romance with a bit of mystery thrown in, who like books set in interesting destinations. It gets five stars from me!

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Orenda (The Latitude Series) by T.S. Simons – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Orenda (The Latitude)Orenda by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is the sequel to The 45th Parallel and is 298 pages in length. Caitlin and Gio head to Canada to become Ambassadors. The purpose – to bring two communities together in hopes for growth. She proves to be a great leader. Until a past enemy arises. Before everything is destroyed, she must call upon her Orenda.

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