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Notebook Mysteries ~ Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries Book 6) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Diane Sennett

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Parisian Intrigue (Notebook Mysteries #6)Parisian Intrigue by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Parisian Intrigue is the sixth book in the Notebook Mysteries series. This book is full of historic events which I enjoyed. The characters Emma, Jeremy, Dora, and Tim set of on a mystery trip when accommodations arrive at their door. They meet some mysterious travelers on the way to Paris, to the 1889 Paris Exposition.
The foursome is led to not one, but two mysteries. This book is well-written and kept me guessing from start to finish. While I read this as a stand-alone, I would suggest reading the series; something I am looking forward to reading. If you enjoy history and mystery, I highly recommend this book!

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Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Diane Sennett

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Sage AdviceSage Advice by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pyper is well-liked, and would do anything to help. She is happy to live her life, as a daughter, sister, friend, and confidante. Her latest idea: cancel the prom. When she tries to get the committee to see her side, the result is putting her in charge of bringing the prom to fruition.
When Pyper who thinks she has all the answers suddenly begins to question her own advice, she concedes that she may have to give in to rolling with the punches.
Sage Advice is a fast-paced, well-written and fun! I enjoyed Pyper’s story from beginning to end, and I highly recommend this book.

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Planting Hope by Jennifer Raines – Review by Diane Sennett

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Planting HopePlanting Hope by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Planting Hope is a gripping story of love, loss, hope and compassion. This is the story of Holly Cooper, a nurse who during a horrific event at work loses her close friend. She is determined to go through life, deciding to go back to her profession of nursing in a hospital or continuing her current path of working at a music festival.
When her grandmother falls ill, Holly abandons the festival, to help Kit Silverton on his therapeutic gardening research project where Mona was his nurse.
This story is well-written and the characters draw you in. I have read other books by Jennifer Raines and this was by far my favorite.
Will Holly get over her demons while Kit fights with his? Find out when you read this eloquent novel.

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Diane Sennett

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1): A Small Town Fake Relationship RomanceA Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1): A Small Town Fake Relationship Romance by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The first in the Vine Valley series, A Toast for Laurent centers around Phoebe and Laurent. These two were college friends, in love and had a pact: if neither of them is married by the time they were 40, they would marry each other.
The thing is, Phoebe left, leaving Laurent heart-broken and alone. Then out of the blue, she returns to Laurent, to collect on their pact.
The premise of the story had me hooked! The characters and the story are well-written. I loved the attention to detail the author gave each character.
If you love second- chance romances, this is one for your reading list.

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Sacrifice Bunt (Ground Rule Book 2) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Diane Sennett

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Sacrifice Bunt (Ground Rule Book 2)Sacrifice Bunt by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Zara is a strong independent woman who loves her work as a sports agent. However, there’s one person, who gets under her skin- Noah Ashe. They had a chance encounter during their college years; one she’d like to forget. When they share a kiss will they become more?
Sacrifice Bunt is a well-written romance with sexual tension between the main characters. I enjoyed reading this book as a stand-alone, but it is the second in the Ground Rule series.

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Twisted Proposal (Central Florida Stories Book 3) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Diane Sennett

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Twisted Proposal (Central Florida Stories)Twisted Proposal by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Twisted Proposal is the wonderfully written story that centers around Sienna Maynard and Ethan Ashford. Ethan has been scorned by members of Sienna’s family. When Sienna and her brother Bart come to the Seven to get backing for her design company, Ethan wants to be sure to be in control.
Sienna will not bow to Ethan’s “charms” but learns of his dark desires; while discovering her own. These characters draw you into their world of love, hate and deceit.
Although this book is part of a series, I read it as a stand alone and was not disappointed.

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Acting Counsel (Kings of Screen Book 3) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Diane Sennett

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Acting Counsel (Kings of Screen, #3)Acting Counsel by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Acting Counsel is the third in the Kings of the Screen series. Catrina Sinclair works as an associate in a law firm, and tries to follow the rules. Nathan Logan is a playboy actor who is trying to purchase a production studio.
Catrina and Logan have previously met. Catrina learns after their weekend tryst; Nathan is her newest client. When Catrina tries to keep their relationship all business, Nathan tries his best to convince her that no one will know.
This fast-paced romance kept me from beginning to end, along with the chemistry and tension between Catrina and Logan. This is a must read!

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Diane Sennett

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Falling Again: A Buckeye Falls NovelFalling Again: A Buckeye Falls Novel by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We are back in Buckeye Falls, this time our story is about Anthony and Natalie Snyder. They have it all, he is the mayor, she has a thriving business, they have two children, and their life is perfect. Or is it?
While their life flows in a rhythm of work, the children, sleep, repeat – Natalie misses the connection she used to have with Anthony. Anthony seems to always be busy, as working as mayor of Buckeye Falls is time consuming.
When an opportunity to take a week alone together without their children is presented to them, can they get back on track? Read Falling Again to find out.
This book is fast-paced and wonderfully written. I love these characters and look forward to the next Buckeye Falls book!

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Lap Baby by Amy Q. Barker – Review by Diane Sennett

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Lap Baby: Emotional Women's FictionLap Baby: Emotional Women’s Fiction by Amy Q. Barker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an incredible story. I was intrigued at the beginning and boy was I taken for an emotional roller coaster ride with the survivors of a plane crash. Each survivor has coped and not always “lived” in the 20 years since the plane went down.
The writing was superbly done. Each character comes to life on the page; you cannot help but to feel their trials and triumphs.
I highly recommend this book!

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Ways to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper – Review by Diane Sennett

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Ways to Improve BaileyWays to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I happened upon Ways to Improve Bailey, from a recommendation. This romance was light-hearted and funny. Bailey has a snarky sassiness, that I loved. Tanner, who is a more matter-of-fact guy, complements Bailey. While Bailey does not really want to go on a date with Tanner in the beginning, she reluctantly takes a chance. When Bailey realizes there is more to Tanner than she thought, she realizes maybe she can improve.
If you are looking for a fast-paced, witty rom-com I recommend this book.

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Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow – Review by Diane Sennett

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Obedience (Ties That Bind)Obedience by Liza Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Obedience is the first in the Ties that Bind series. Cassandra has admired Chandler since she was a young girl, after seeing him perform in the circus. Her dream is to one day perform in the circus; or more precisely, perform with Chandler.
Cassandra has made it to the Dream Academy and Chandler Moreau. The story has some BDSM elements and suspenseful elements; and the story setting makes this book intriguing. The end left too many unanswered questions; which I hope will be answered in the next installment.

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Diane Sennett

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)Hero Complex by Isobel Reed
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hero Complex is the third in the Bluestone series. This romance will hook you from beginning to the end. Ivy needs help with her farm. Ace is the former Marine who she hired to help. Ace comes up with a clever plan to help Ivy- a fake engagement. Both Ivy and Ace must overcome a few obstacles along the way. Will the fake engagement last- read Hero Complex to find out!

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Afflicted Love (Rhythm & Heart Series) by Autumn Sand – Review by Diane Sennett

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Afflicted LoveAfflicted Love by Autumn Sand
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This M/M contemporary romance is the first in a series by Autumn Sand. There are dark elements in this story that the writer prefaces the novel with a disclaimer.
This book is full of emotions; lust, love, anger and hatred. The characters try to cope with and without each other, and while they have a strong bond; life doesn’t always fall into place for them.
The book is short, fast-paced and a good read.

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Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Diane Sennett

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Yeti Left HomeYeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Yeti Left Home was a very entertaining read. This fast-paced book had me hooked from the beginning to the end. I loved the originality of this story.
Wylie, a small-town Yeti, who wishes to live his life quietly, learns that a hunter is looking for him. What does Wylie do? – he goes to a big city to blend in, where his adventure really begins.
If you’re looking for an adventure, look no further than Yeti Left Home!

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Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8 ) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Diane Sennett

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Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8)Breach of Trust by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Breach of Trust is another wonderful novel in the Madeline Dawkins Mystery series. This is the eighth book in the series, but reads well as a stand-alone. Maddie and Mike are back again with their team working on three different cases.
Each case is challenging, and one hits close to home for Maddie. This novel is full of suspense, action, well-written characters, and I couldn’t put it down! I highly recommend this book!

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I’ll Love You Tomorrow (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 3) by Julie Navickas – Review by Diane Sennett

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I'll Love You Tomorrow (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy, Book #3)I’ll Love You Tomorrow by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! What a wonderful finish to the trilogy! I’ll Love You Tomorrow is Lauren and Mitch’s story. Lauren and Mitch have known each other since childhood, so marriage was a natural progression. The wedded bliss has faded; Lauren wrestles 24/7 keeping her restaurant afloat, and Mitch has become distant.
I’ll Love You Tomorrow was a page-turner. The characters and story are well-written. You cannot help but to root for this couple! This is a trilogy that I will read over again!

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Unexpected Entanglement (The Echo Series Book 3) by C.R. Alam – Review by Diane Sennett

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Unexpected Entanglement (Book 3 of the Echo Series)Unexpected Entanglement by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading the first two books in the Echo Series, I was excited to read Unexpected Entanglement. Once again, C. R. Alam did not disappoint! This book had wonderful characters: Rowan Kelly and Chris Sullens. When they meet, Rowan realizes that she could use Chris’ help with her inn; but small island community living easily sparks rumors-meaning the two will have to pretend to be a couple.
This novel has a lot to offer, with well-written characters, romance, suspense, and humor. I recommend reading the first two books in this series, but Unexpected Entanglement could be read as a stand- alone.

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Diane Sennett

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Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the MindEuphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the Mind by Ryan M. Becker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Admittedly, it has been a while since I picked up a book of poetry, however; Euphoric Wonderland sounded interesting. I am glad that I did decide to read this book. Wow! The poems take you on a journey from the depths of darkness to the light.
“Lead vs ink, a pen in pink whatever gets your mind to think” (quote from Bibliophile You Read in Style)
Whether you enjoy all of the poems, or even a few from this collection; it is worth the read!

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Other People’s Money (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 7) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Diane Sennett

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Other People's Money (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 7)Other People’s Money by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Other People’s Money is wonderful well-written, suspenseful mystery, with interesting characters. While this book is part of a series; it reads well as a stand alone novel. Maddie and Mike, two private investigators are working on three investigations. Each case, reveals something peculiar and creates tension; which made reading this novel great.
There were a few times where I thought I had figured out the ending; I was kept guessing until the end-which did not disappoint!

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Diane Sennett

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Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1)Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fast-paced read, and the characters are well-written. While I admit, Cole was very irritating to me, I understand his reasons for not wanting his father to find happiness; his treatment towards Riley goes beyond the pale.
Riley, is truly a fish-out of water in this new life her mother has put her in. While she is treading water, she must remain strong, especially when it comes to Cole and his minions. I am looking forward to more of their story.

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His Forever Muse (The Echo Series Book 2) by C.R. Alam – Review by Diane Sennett

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His Forever Muse (Book 2 of The Echo Series)His Forever Muse by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

His Forever Muse, the second book I the Echo Series is a page- turning romance full of twists and turns that kept me hooked, from beginning to end.
Brandon Rossi and Calliope Chen-Bisset have been friends since childhood. As they grew up their lives took different paths; with ups and downs along the way. When they run into each other as adults, they pick up their friendship, as if time stood still.
I enjoyed following Brandon and Callie’s journey; from their friendship, to romance, through trials and tribulations-I did not want their story to end! I’m looking forward to more in this series.

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The Romanov Heiress by Jennifer Laam – Review by Diane Sennett

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The Romanov HeiressThe Romanov Heiress by Jennifer Laam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Romanov Heiress is a wonderful historical fiction novel, bringing us the story of the four Romanov sisters, hiding in England after they were rescued before their certain deaths.
These young women remain in hiding, but they cannot do so forever. They have learned from their previous life to be resourceful and they will not be Imperial Highnesses again. When the girls learn that someone is blaming their mother for the fall of the empire, Olga sets out to learn the truth.
Olga becomes Olivia, and while working as a maid, she discovers secrets that will not only upset her life and the lives of her sisters, but also the young lordship whom she befriended.
These characters are so well-written; I often-times forgot the true fate of the Romanov Dynasty! This book kept me hooked until the end.

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His Protector by Sara Vinduska – Review by Diane Sennett

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His ProtectorHis Protector by Sara Vinduska
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

His Protector is a wonderful, romance full of suspense, courage, and strength. Jack Amborn has lost everything he loves. Ginger Carver has taken an oath to protect, Jack.
The characters are well-written and the tension between the two is palpable. While I won’t give away any details of the story, I will say that it is a must read, and kept me hooked from the first sentence to the last. I’m looking forward to reading more by Sara Vinduska.

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Diane Sennett

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls, #2)Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Libby Kay has taken us back to Buckeye Falls, to the lives of CeCe and Evan. Both work at Max’s diner, and while they both had a great time together at a winter festival, they both hide their true feelings from each other.
CeCe doesn’t see herself romantically linked to Evan, he’s younger and she’s nearing the dreaded 3-0. Evan tries to tell her that he is not that much younger and age doesn’t matter. As he navigates his way, patiently; they begin to spend time together outside of work.
Of course, what Evan doesn’t know is that CeCe has another secret and she is not entirely sure she should open up to Evan.
These characters are wonderfully written, this story is filled with friendship, admiration, love, and a fighting spirit. CeCe and Evan’s story kept my interest from beginning to end.

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Diane Sennett

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ale’s Fair in Love and War is an entertaining read. The main characters, Hollis and Cash. Hollis owns a pet grooming company and Cash a brewery. To say they do not get along is an understatement. The two play pranks on each other constantly, until one prank goes too far.
Hollis and Cash will have to work together to solve their predicament.
This story was fun to read from beginning to end, and the banter between the two characters had me laughing though out the book.

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How To Write A Historical Novel And Love It by TL Clark – Review by Diane Sennett

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How To Write A Historical Novel And Love ItHow To Write A Historical Novel And Love It by T.L. Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

How to Write a Historical Novel and Love it, is an excellent resource for the aspiring novelist or even a more advanced writer. TL Clark has given the reader a wonderful book with resources and tips, that is written in an easy-to-understand way. She gives honest advice in a sometimes-humorous way. This book is by no means, boring or hard to understand.
I enjoyed reading this book and found some new insights and ideas for my own writing. If you are looking for a starting point for writing your own historical novel, I suggest reading this book.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Diane Sennett

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Echoing Hearts is a wonderful modern romance. This story is of love, friendship, trust and heartbreak, is very relatable. The characters are beautifully written and the banter between Rae and Dean is perfect. These two who come from different back rounds are more alike than they’d admit. Their story was a page-turner from beginning to end.

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Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand Series Book 1) by Nicole E. Kelleher – Review by Diane Sennett

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Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand, #1)Wild Lavender by Nicole E. Kelleher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When a young woman tries to sneak back into her family’s quarters undetected, she’s caught by a man in the shadows. Alone in the darkness, they lips are about to touch, but he is not a “ravager of maidens.” He asks for her name, before fleeing; leaving her. She also flees as to not be reported to her mother.
Wild Lavender is an engaging novel full of suspense, romance, heart break and love. The characters are wonderfully written, especially our strong heroine, Lady Aubrianne. This book was a page-turner from beginning to end; I’m looking forward to reading more in this series.

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Diane Sennett

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Savage Start was fantastic! The novella introduces us two teens, Riley and Cole who come from two very different back rounds; trying to live their lives. When Riley shows up at a party thrown by Cole’s cousin, she is confronted by Cole and they share a kiss.
This fast-paced novella is short, with well-written characters. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to continuing the series.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Diane Sennett

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

When I read the synopsis of this novel, I was intrigued. While for the most part I enjoyed this book, I struggled with finishing it. However, I did and while I found the ending to be tied up too neatly; I did enjoy how well-written the characters were. Although this book didn’t resonate with me, I would still recommend it.

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