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Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light Series) by Nanette Littlestone

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Genre – Sweet Romance

Page Count – 230

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Get swept away to Claremore, Ireland, where the people are welcoming, the grass sparkles with morning dew, and an ancient legend leads to magical experiences.

Claire Francis has worked in the family bakery since she was a wee girl. Now at 27 she longs for her own shop, a place to make her culinary dreams come true. But her traditional mother has no plans to retire and forbids Claire to explore her creative talents.

With Brigid Cleary’s wedding just around the corner, Claire’s life takes a dramatic turn. Used to a quiet routine, she’s now embroiled in pre-wedding dilemmas. Plus Brigid’s handsome brother, Finn, pushes Claire to question her safe, uneventful life and take a chance on their attraction. But he’s only in town for a week, and worse, he spends his life on the water, the very thing Claire fears the most.

Impetuous and daring, Finn encourages Claire to shed her personal and professional inhibitions. But Claire has a past she can’t escape. As she grows closer to Finn, her secret looms ever bigger, and love and success feel as likely as that imaginary pot of gold. Until a magical gift unlocks a path to her dreams, one sweet taste at a time.

Fall in love with this feel-good, delicious, heartwarming romance. Perfect for fans of Emma Bennet, Holly Martin, Jenny Colgan, and Jenny Hale.

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran

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Genre – Dark Romance

Page Count – 272

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I saw her.

I wanted her.

I took her.

The money is just an excuse. Her brother’s debt? A convenient justification for my obsession. She’s been mine since the day I laid eyes on her.

Taking her captive stirs up a storm. Her depraved brother wants her back. My own half-brother is determined to snatch my kingdom from me, and my men lust after the woman I’ve stolen. And she looks at me with reluctant, angry desire every time I touch her.

And I touch her every chance I get. She’s so bright and shiny—a pretty toy I can break and put back together again and again. She may be my prisoner, but she’s got my black heart locked up tight.

Well, I won’t need that useless lump of muscle and tissue if I lose her. I won’t need anything except the blood of our enemies dripping from my hands. I’ll rip the heart out of any man who dares hurt her and place it at her feet.

Crush~Conquer~Protect

When it comes to my wicked little lamb, my personal motto means everything.

I’m Kingston Vaughn Winter.

And Ava Bella Blue is mine.

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April enjoys writing both historical and new adult romance with a generous splash of heat. When not penning tales of passion, she enjoys traveling with her husband, attending rock concerts with friends, and time spent with family. Brainstorming new storylines is best done while riding her horse or during long walks with her German Shepherd. A tumbler of good whiskey helps tie all the details together and brings her characters to life.


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Mission Improbable: Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery Book #3) by Nancy Nau Sullivan

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Mission Improbable: Vietnam (Blanche Murninghan Mystery, #3)Mission Improbable: Vietnam by Nancy Nau Sullivan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Mission Improbable: Vietnam is the third book in the Blanche Murninghan Mystery series by Nancy Nau Sullivan. I didn’t realise going into this book that it was the third book in a series. I loved the bright, interesting cover and clicked a copy before I noticed it was well into the series. Luckily, it can be read as a standalone without feeling like you are missing anything- but having said that, I am intrigued enough to want to find out what happened in the first two books- so I will definitely be going back to explore them too, soon.
This is a mystery with interesting character who set off on a quest to discover the truth- and end up on a bit of a journey of self-discovery, dredging up the ghosts of the past along the way. With travel, amateur sleuthing/investigation, history, family, discovery, challenges, adventure, and some emotion- this story made for an intriguing read.
Set against the sights and sounds of Vietnam, added an extra layer of interest to the overall storyline.
Another great read from this talented author.
Happy reading…

Thank you, Nancy Nau Sullivan!

 

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Lela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines – Review by Daryian Lucas

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Lela's ChoiceLela’s Choice by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.7/5 stars
This author writes some great books! This one is no exception either. There’s good character development and good world building. It’s engaging and captivating.

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

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

Isla Vaughn’s “Wicked Ends” delivers an electrifying and satisfying conclusion to the turbulent journey of Winter and Shane in this dark college bully romance. From the opening pages, the story captivates with a relentless blend of heart-wrenching emotions, intense passion, and unyielding suspense.

Deceived by the complexities of their hearts, Winter and Shane’s connection is a tumultuous ride that seamlessly weaves the past and present, leaving readers on the edge of their seats. The author masterfully explores the aftermath of betrayal and revenge, taking the characters through a rollercoaster of emotions that are both raw and authentic.

The plot is rich with unexpected twists, keeping readers guessing and eagerly turning pages to uncover the dark secrets lurking in the shadows. Vaughn skillfully builds tension through threatening notes, creating a palpable sense of impending danger that adds layers of complexity to the narrative.

What truly sets “Wicked Ends” apart is its exploration of trust and redemption. As the characters evolve, so does the depth of their connection, battered yet unbroken. The author navigates the delicate balance between vulnerability and strength, making Winter and Shane’s journey a compelling exploration of self-discovery and resilience.

The enemies-to-lovers theme is expertly executed, with the angst and passion between Winter and Shane leaping off the pages. Vaughn crafts her characters with nuance, making them relatable and endearing even in the face of their flaws.

In the arms of Shane Bennett, Winter finds safety amidst the chaos, and readers will find themselves equally ensnared by the magnetic pull of their love. The stakes are high, and the question of whether Shane is truly worth the risk lingers throughout, creating a delicious tension that propels the story towards its heart-pounding climax.

“Wicked Ends” not only concludes the Wicked Games duet but does so with a resounding and well-earned happily-ever-after. Isla Vaughn delivers a riveting and emotionally charged tale that will linger in the hearts of readers long after the final page is turned. For fans of dark romance, this book is an absolute must-read, earning its well-deserved five stars.

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

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Great read for new chapter readers. This is a fun story with problem solving and character building. Very engaging and a fast read. I recommend this book for early readers and teachers to read out loud.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

Great read for new chapter readers. This is a fun story with problem solving and character building. Very engaging and a fast read. I recommend this book for early readers and teachers to read out loud.

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To Catch An Elf by Debra Parmley – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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To Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter PilotTo Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter Pilot by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Intriguing romantic suspense story that was hard to put down and I enjoyed the story very much. Never expecting to be creeped out by an elf, I can honestly say the story-line definitely had it share of a bit of twists and turns and had me a bit uptight to find out what happens next.

What can possibly happen while dog sitting for a customer over the holiday season…..Marcie Hayes finds out and not in the easiest of ways…..Marcie being hired to take care of Ginger, a King Charles Spaniel, while her owner, Beverly is out of town during the holiday. Marcie did not realize that not only dog sitting she was tasked with but also in the means of an antique elf. While Marcie is not familiar with the Pocono Mountain surroundings, she meets friendly neighbor, Ted Barrett and their attraction hits immediately. While Ted and Marcie get to know each other better…you never know who is watching…..until Marcie is missing.

Will Ted be there when she needs him the most? Definitely read and find out. I dont want to give an spoilers away…but I love the suspense in this story. It had me on edge….

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To Catch An Elf by Debra Parmley – Review by Julie Johnson

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To Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter PilotTo Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter Pilot by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fun, intriguing read full of lots of twists and turns. Let’s not forget that there is a creepy elf that must be photographed daily too! The deeper into the story you get, the more intriguing and harder it is to put it down. There’s enough romance (a little steamy too!) and a lot of mystery to keep your eyes pealed into this read!

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Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Ashley Mertz

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Unclutter: A Survivor's Story (Inner Voice, #1)Unclutter: A Survivor’s Story by Winnie D. Pagora
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unclutter by Winnie Pagora is available now in eBook and Physical Book
⭐️⭐️⭐⭐⭐+ Book Review

Unclutter is a young adult novel about fighting abuse. This was my first time reading a novel written by Pagora and I would not hesitate in the future to pick up another novel written by this author. Within this novel, Pagora touches on very touchy subjects such as sexual abuse and self harm. Her ability to touch on these topics with such delicacy and poise really attracts me as a reader. Tina’s story of surviving and overcoming trauma sent me through a whirlwind of emotions. I found myself routing for her to overcome her horrific past. I personally have not been in this type of situation, but someone very dear to my heart has. To read of such strength gives me hope that people who have undergone this type of treatment can live a fulfilling life despite it. I highly recommend this book!

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Moriah Venable

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book made me smile ear to ear. I may not be Asian or a boy, but the positivity in this book just made my heart soar!

I wish there were affirmation books like this when I was younger. This book is diverse and showcases the numerous characteristics that one can be.

I really enjoyed the illustrations as well.

‘I am bold, big hearted, brave, brillant, balanced, blessed, beautiful, bilingual, and bountiful. I’m all of these and more.’

What a way to bring the whole book full circle!

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Encounters With Old Coyote by Laura Koerber – Review by Felicia Bates

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Encounters with Old CoyoteEncounters with Old Coyote by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

‘Life isn’t a moral vacuum and life is not meaningless.’ She peered down her nose at Andrea and added, ‘it’s okay if some
things are a mystery.’

Encounters with Old Coyote was a very well written short read that had far too many “oh, that’s good” quotes for me to count. We follow our main character after death, a plot that I can’t recall ever really reading in the past in this capacity anyway.
The characters are enjoyable with a lot of insight and depth. I loved listening to each story within the story, especially those like her brother vomiting, the casual “huh, why did I just say that” type of story.

If you’re looking for a short, unique and thought provoking read, Laura Koerber created it here.

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery Book) by Hazel Smith – Review by Paula R Sayers

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery, #4)Murky Murder by Hazel Smith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ivy has just been promoted to the position of head housemaid at the Hotel LaFontaine. She has her first date with her boss which is a success. A body is discovered in the hotel and Ivy decides she must solve the mystery. A page turner that kept me guessing. I will definitely read more by this author!!

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Dangerous Rhythm (The Echo Series Book 4) by C.R. Alam – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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

Dangerous Rhythm was another great edition of The Echo Series. In this romance, Curtis, the guitarist of Canis Major, runs into a little bit of trouble with a mob family and needs protection. Lina, is a retired military, who now does private security and has worked with Canis Major in the past. She immediately becomes concerned for Curtis and does to talk about security options. The two have not seen each other for a little while, but always had crushes on each other. The threat on Curtis becomes more than just a little security and Lina and him have to go on the run. As they are trying to figure out how to handle the situation, a romance builds between the two. The tough thing is he is seen as a player, and she is too professional to let this get in the way – or are they? Will the feelings they have for each other get in the way of each other’s safety? Can they find a way to get past this to finally enjoy each other in life?
Just as all the other books in the series, the plot and character were well done. The book kept moving and was always entertaining. The characters were so easy to love. Curtis isn’t all he seems to be, he becomes a sweet, loving character. Lina is a badass with a hard shell that starts to soften to allow more for herself. The dynamics were just great with how the two characters complimented each other. I recommend the book to anyone looking for a romance that flows, easily wants to connect to characters, and loves a little danger and spice.

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Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Kerry Baker

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Alien RedemptionAlien Redemption by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so much better than I thought it would be when I started reading, and I got into it straight away. I thought the story was really interesting and had a lot about it. The start really made me sit up and pay attention and after that I could not wait to see where the story would go.
I loved the main character as well. She has such a dark past that she is trying to get away from, yet her strength and fight is obvious to see. For me, she definitely added so much more to the story. This is a fantastic story that I really enjoyed and would highly recommend.

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A Journey for Dorothy (The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride Series) by P. Creeden – Review by Jenni Bishop

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A Journey for Dorothy (The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride #8)A Journey for Dorothy by P. Creeden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Journey for Dorothy: The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride P. Creeden
4.5 stars
I have only read one other book by this author, but I really enjoyed it and was happy to settle into another. It is a simple, sweet and clean, standalone romance.
A Journey for Dorothy: The Reluctant Wagon Train Bride is a sweet, heartwarming historical romance story. This captivating tale is fast paced, with plenty of hope, drama, angst, suspense, tension and danger in the wild west. The journey is full of hardships and harrowing plights and so easily imagined due to Ms Creeden’s rich narrative.
Not looking for love after becoming a widow her heart is still broken but needing more Dorothy sets off for a new start, but she quickly realises that marriage even one of convenience is what she must do. Reverend Elias has a calling to go to the wild west. However, he finds himself in strife before he even steps foot on the Wagon Train. Will he make the journey or will all be lost before it even begins.
Ms Creeden’s writing style is interesting with wonderful characters. The plot was well done, and the characters were well thought out and well written. They are relatable, and real that I was invested in them and their journey.
With twenty brides there are lots of stories to come. I look forward to reading more books in this delightful series.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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To Catch An Elf by Debra Parmley – Review by Kerry Baker

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To Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter PilotTo Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter Pilot by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book really isn’t what I was expecting when I started reading it. Honestly, it took me a little while to get into the story but I did connect with the characters quite easily. Marcie and Ted were interesting to read about and I wanted to get to know them both more.
Once I had warmed to the story I did find myself enjoying it. The romance was the focus point for me and it was made a bit more exciting with the action towards the end of the story. This was an overall enjoyable book.

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To Catch An Elf by Debra Parmley – Review by Jenni Bishop

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To Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter PilotTo Catch An Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter Pilot by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 stars
To Catch an Elf: Pennsylvania Fighter Pilot is a story that is filled with action, intense suspense, excitement, a lot of weirdness and passion just to name a few.
The story is well written and is intriguing and will have you engaged and on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Debra’s descriptive writing is easily imagined and draws you in to the chaos. You will find yourself all hot and bothered and on the edge of your seat in suspense.

It was supposed to be an easy gig. House sit and dog watch, oh and one creepy elf. But let’s not forget the stage instructions that have to be followed. I hate creepy dolls. Marcie finds strange things happening and now she is in a situation she can’t get out of and only hopes that her connection to Ted will be enough for him to try to find her.
Confused Ted make is way home, only what he finds is not what he was expecting. Who has her and why?
To find out the mystery of the elf you should add this book to your TBR list.
If you love sexy, strong, heroic men then grab a copy.
I cannot wait for the next book.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery Book) by Hazel Smith – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Murky Murder: An Utterly Addictive Cozy Murder Mystery (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery Book)Murky Murder: An Utterly Addictive Cozy Murder Mystery by Hazel Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murky Murder (A Maid Ivy Cozy Mystery Book) by Hazel Smith. This is such a good, clean, cozy mystery! I really enjoyed this book and will be reading more by this author. Its set in London and Ivy is the maid at the LaFontaine Hotel and a big conference is in town. When she goes on a date with a new guy it goes great and everything seems to be working out but when a guest comes up murdered Ivy has to try and figure it out. Along with her 4 legged friends and some 2 legged friends they are digging into the mysterious letters that have begun arriving. This book is short and sweet and can be read as a standalone. I truly enjoy reading the books in order so that I get to know the characters better. This is such a fun mystery series and I can’t wait to read more!

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Mission Improbable: Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery) by Nancy Nau Sullivan – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Mission Improbable:Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery)Mission Improbable:Vietnam by Nancy Nau Sullivan

Mission Improbable is the fun third book in A Blanche Murningham mystery. I haven’t read the first two books in the series, but I did not feel like I was missing anything.
Amateur sleuth Blanche is intrigued and compelled to help a woman find her roots and see the country in which she lost her father. The journey is not so straightforward when some discouraged their adventures but there were others that we more than happy to shed light on what happened. What they learn will have long lasting effects as they uncover their heart-breaking stories.
There is raw, and emotional moments with connections, bonds, friendships, hopes, and strength of character, sadness, humour, angst, and adventure.
This is a story that is set in Vietnam and really tugged at my heartstrings, as we are reminded of a war that destroyed many. The story is well written and had me flipping the pages so I could find out how everything played out.
There are great characters along the way who are unique, interesting, real, and colourful.
I enjoyed the story so much I am going to go back and see what I missed in the first two books.
Worth the read.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Alien RedemptionAlien Redemption by Gloria Oliver
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Alien Redemption by Gloria Oliver is a sci fi story set in deep space. I have only read one other book that Gloria has written, and I enjoyed it immensely as I did with this book. Emotions run high in this story making it feel like you have run a marathon.
Gloria’s has once again cleverly woven together complex threads in a multi layered story. Her world-building is done well, and the plot is intriguing in a story that has something for everyone that likes a good sci fi story.
With a new identity, intelligent humanoid species, first contact, uncharted planets, blackmail, shocking betrayal, and sinister plots Gloria has written a tale where the pages keep turning desperate to find out how it will end.
The story is fast paced, and action packed and full of suspense, tension, frustration, fear, desperation, aliens, secrets, mystery and more.
Gloria’s narrative and a few twists and turns makes it easy to become intrigued with the characters and their journey.
Claudia is overqualified and needs a new start in life but that new start doesn’t turn out how she thought it would. Things go from bad to worse and she wonders just what she has gotten herself into.
I look forward to reading more.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Renewed by Sara Vinduska – Review by Kat Mellon

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Renewed (Fateful Justice Book 6)Renewed by Sara Vinduska
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

While this is the 6th book in the series, it is completely stand alone. This is the first book by Sara Vinduska that I’ve read and will absolutely read more! Renewed was a lighthearted and easy to read romance, with plenty of steamy scenes. The danger and intrigue element made the book hard to put down. The characters were wonderfully written and looking forward to more.

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A Christmas Amish Courtship by Jennifer Spredemann

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A Christmas Amish Courtship (Amish Courtship #3)A Christmas Amish Courtship by Jennifer Spredemann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed A Christmas Amish Courtship! It is the 3rd book in the series, but did great as a stand alone. I had not read the previous two and had no issues with following the story line, but neither did the story get bogged down with details from the previous two. The characters were wonderful and I really liked learning more about the Amish culture while reading. Without giving any spoilers, I like that the author didn’t drag out the miscommunications. It seems that can happen a lot with other authors and it was refreshing to not have it happen here. Great read and will definitely catch up on the others.

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Carrie’s Flight by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kat Mellon

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Carrie's FlightCarrie’s Flight by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Carrie’s Flight by Lois Wickstrom was such a cute book! My girls loved it and thought it was so amazing that Carrie was able to fly. They were hooked the whole time. I also loved the information that Wickstrom gave on the starlings at the end of the story. Overall, very easy to read, really a cute and fun story your children will love.

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Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates – Review by Kat Mellon

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Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3)Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I could not put this book down! I was completely hooked throughout and really enjoyed the entire read. The intrigue was awesome, world building and characters had enough detail so that I could really picture everything but never bogged the story down. It is a romance, nothing steamy, but the main character is her own woman and while she does need her bf and depends on him, it’s not from a weak perspective. Strong female lead that you can see come into her own even more throughout the story line. Well worth the read!

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The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book 3) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Shelly Kittell

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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

Yay, I love that we got to have another in this series. As with all the others, this one lived up to the others. We have a strong female character in Maddie. She goes through a lot of challenges. David O’Connell comes home to join his family and meets Maggie. This is one relationship that I enjoyed watching develop and grow. They have chemistry and were able to work through things. We also got to see familiar faces from the previous books. The author does a wonderful job of giving us some complex stories that keep you engaged and reading. When you finish, you want more. In this, I hope there will be more. This is a romance series that I will always recommend because you end up thinking, enjoying and relating to them.

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Finding Your Heart by Nadia Han – Review by Nicole DeSantis

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Finding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your HeartFinding Your Heart: A Journal for Discovering Your Heart by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Finding Your Heart is a journal that explores thoughts and emotions, encouraging a fresh perspective. This journal provides the opportunity to document your reflections, read affirmations, and embark on a journey to lighten your mind and heart.
It serves as a valuable tool for self-reflection, allowing you to track your journey from where you began to where you are now. It also makes for a thoughtful gift to a friend simply because it’s a powerful means of self-discovery.
This journal allows you to share as much or as little as you prefer, ensuring privacy for your thoughts. It empowers you to shift your mindset during challenging times or gently reminds you when needed.
This journal book features beautiful illustrations and calming colors that evoke a serene ambiance.
I received this book as an ebook but would suggest purchasing the hard copy to use it to its full potential.

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Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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

Wayward (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 1) by Via Mari
5 stars

This is the first book of a new series by Via Mari. I love her writing style, it sucks you right in and doesn’t let up until the end.
We do see characters from her other series but this story follows Jay and Sasha.
Jay is head of security and Sasha a ballerina. Through suspense and drama, we see this amazing story unfold.
A must read!

Undercover (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 2) by Via Mari
5 stars

Anytime I see this author has a book, its an immediate one-click for me. This is book 2 but its not needed to read book 1, but you’re going to want to after you finish this one. She’s just that good!
I’m loving this new series, and seeing previous characters from other series is always fun too.
This follows Matt and Marenah, and the secrets in this book left me gripping my kindle for what was to come. I love the mix of action and steamy scenes. Must must read.

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Children of the Wild (Children of the Wild Series) by Krysta Tawlks – Review by Heather Hoke

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

A sparkling book that was like breathing the fresh fantasy air!

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

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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

Who didn’t want to be a detective when they were younger? I know that I did, and this is a story that opened so many doors for thought. This is a cute story about Dylan and how his little sister Emily grow closer, especially when they have to learn to work together. Dylan wants nothing more than to be a detective, he has saved his allowance to pay for a detective kit. Dylan has even watched every episode of Youth Sleuths so he can learn how to be a good detective. This story is well written and easy for the little ones to follow and enjoy. I loved that the author answered the readers’ questions at the end, and that she thought to add a new word to each chapter. Later, she puts a vocabulary list from the book and the definitions at the back for the little ones to continue to learn. This is a great start to this series, and I look forward to reading what comes next for Dylan and Emily.

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Mary Espinoza, December 2023

Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Kerry Carr

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

This is the first book in the Sinful Duets series. This is one author that never fails to impressive me. I have loved every book I have read and am always excited to read new ones. If you like possessive, strong, stubborn men, a strong lead female character, danger around every turn and chemistry and steam off the charts then I highly recommed these book. There are 2 books in the series which focus on two different couples.

The first story follows Jay and Sasha.

Jay works as security detail protecting some of the Mafia men. He is good at his job and so is his team. Normally he is focused on work until a Russian Ballerina waltz into his life and changes it forever.
Sasha is a firey woman she knows what she wants and goes for it. And what she wants is Jay’s boss. However when he turns her away Jay sees his opportunity.
However she is no damsel in distress and with connections of her own to other Mafia families and selling secrets to a different one she could land herself in very hot water.
Jay meanwhile is determined to protect her at any cost but how will he react if her secrets are revealed? What would it mean for Sasha if her true identity is revealed? This is a fast paced read which had me continously turning the pages. I felt like I couldn’t breath until I got to the end it was such a gripping read.

The second story is about Marenah and Matt.

Marenah is the granddaughter of the Russian Mafia family. She knows secrets that both the Russian Mafia and the Chicago Mafia wants her silenced for. As she goes looking for answers she finds herself taken and kept in a basement with Matt.

Matt was undercover looking for Sasha and now he find himself captured by the Chicago Mafia. When he meets Marenah the connection and attraction between them is instant. Now Matt feels the overwhelming need to protect Marenah at all cost and with the Russian and Chicago Mafia’s after her is that even going to be possible?
What secrets does Marenah know that has made her such a target? Will Matt stand any chance of protecting her and keeping her safe?
Again this is a gripping read, the characters are amazing. I feel in love with Matt straight away and I loved how strong and determined Marenah is.
This author has a great talent of writing characters that completely complement each other and the story’s just flow effortlessly.

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