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The Moon in Her Eyes: a witch’s tale by Nikki Broadwell – Review by Dori Cousley

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The Moon in Her Eyes: a witch's taleThe Moon in Her Eyes: a witch’s tale by Nikki Broadwell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Moon in Her Eye’s: a witch’s tale by Nikki Broadwell is a paranormal mystery that has romance, drama and fantasy. It takes you on a journey that keeps you reading to the end. Emeline is a witch, who can travel through time. because of this, it causes her to realize the timelines are mixed up. What will happen if she tries to fix them?

Nikki Broadwell’s writing pulls you in from the first page right through to the last page. It is engaging, flows and descriptive–that you feel like you are right there with the characters. The characters are well developed, strong and very believable. I definitely recommend The Moon in Her Eyes!

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A Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Dori Cousley

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A Frothy Christmas KissA Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Frothy Christmas Kiss is another great book in the Christmas Kiss Series. The story is a heartwarming story in more ways than one. This is the story about Kat and Dan. Kat is new to the city, so she is looking for her favorite thing, coffee. She finds a great place. But even better, the owner is hot and sexy. Hmmm, what will she do about it?

Another great Christmas story by Allyson Abbott. It is a sweet story filled with descriptive details. And a perfect story for the Christmas holiday. A Frothy Christmas Kiss will put a smile on your face and make you feel happy. I definitely recommend this story and the series as well.

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Beachcomber Gone by Stephanie Queen – Review by Dori Cousley

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Beachcomber GoneBeachcomber Gone by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beachcomber Gone is the ninth book in the Beachcomber Investigations Series by Stephanie Queen. Beachcomber Gone is a romantic suspense story that keeps you guessing. Dane and Shana work together in more ways then one. They go to Australia so Dane can finally meet Shana’s family. That does not go as they had planned. Unfortunately they find out Shana’s mom is being threatened. It is not what they expected. Will Shana and Dane figure out what is going on before something happens?

Another great book by Stephanie Queen in the Beachcomber Investigations series. Beachcomber Gone keeps you turning the page, because you do not want to stop reading. You want to find out what is going to happen next. The writing is engaging, descriptive and flows. The characters are well developed and believable. I definitely recommend Beachcomber Gone as well as the first eight books in the series.

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A Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Dori Cousley

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A Pink Christmas KissA Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson Abbott is a sweet story about Christmas and second chances. This is the story of Billie and Leroy, high school sweethearts. Billie wants to make a change, but did not go as planned and she moved back home. She did find out certain things and reasons why Leroy did not go with her. Will they be able to be the way the once were?

The story draws you in from the beginning and the descriptive writing makes you feel as you are right there with the characters. The characters are well developed and very believable. I highly recommend A Pink Christmas Kiss, a great story to read over the holidays.

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A Tangy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Dori Cousley

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A Tangy Christmas KissA Tangy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Tangy Christmas Kiss by Allyson Abbott is a Christmas romance that will make you have that warm feeling as moments of sadness. This is a sweet romance that is perfect to read during the holiday season but good to read any time of the year too. It leaves you feeling good that their is still sweet romance out there. The chemistry between the characters is very strong. The characters throughout the story are real, believable and easy to relate to. The writing flows and is very engaging and leaves you feeling happy. I definitely recommend A Tangy Christmas Kiss, you will not be disappointed.

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The Changeup (Resort Romance Series, #6) by Mary Billiter – Review by Dori Cousley

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The Changeup (Resort Romance #6)The Changeup by Mary Billiter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Changeup by Mary Billiter is the sixth book in the Resort Romance Series. Though it is the sixth book, it can be read as a standalone. The Changeup is a whodunit mystery with romance thrown in for good measure. This is a story about a woman who trying to hide from her past and a baseball pitcher who is planning his future. Will there two worlds collide? Can it work out for the two of them?

The Changeup is another great book in the series, you will not be disappointed. I recommend reading the series because they are all so good. The twists and turns keeps you engaged, because you never know what will happen next. The characters are very believable and well developed. The secondary characters are just as good as the main ones. Looking forward to reading what comes next in the series.

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My Free Life: Prequel to The Brothers of Camelot (My Life Series Book 3) by Necie Navone – Review by Dori Cousley

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My Free Life: Prequel to The Brothers of Camelot (My Life Series Book 3)My Free Life: Prequel to The Brothers of Camelot by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Free Life: Prequel to The Brothers of Camelot by Necie Navone is the third book in the series. This book has it all from suspense, action and danger. You will not be able to put the book down until you get to the last page, because you want to find out what happens next. This is the ending of Alessandra’s story. She is in charge of the family business in Italy at such a young age. She is a strong and independent woman who gets what she wants.

What a great conclusion to the My Life Series. Necie Navone’s writing is so descriptive and filled with many twists and turns. Her characters are real and believable. I cannot wait to read and see what Necie Navone has in store for us.

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Who: A Stalker Novel By Megan Mitcham – Review by Dori Cousley

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Who (Stalker, #1)Who by Megan Mitcham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who, by Megan Mitcham is the first book in the stalker series. It is a psychological thriller that will have you hooked from the first page. The story is about a successful business woman, Larkin Ashford who is in the fashion industry. She finds out she has a stalker. But has no clue who is threating her or why? Will her very successful business be in jeopardy?

What a well written and engaging psychological thriller that I had to read in one sitting. The characters were well developed and very believable. You felt the emotions that they were going through throughout the story. I definitely recommend Who and cannot wait to see what happens in the next book in the series.

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Savannah’s Saviors (Cowboys of Cavern County, #5) by Bella Settarra – Review by Dori Cousley

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Savannah's Saviors (Cowboys of Cavern County, #5)Savannah’s Saviors by Bella Settarra
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Savannah’s Saviors by Bella Settarra is the fifth book in The Cowboys of Cavern County. This book can be read as a standalone. It is a story about second chances, trust and having faith. This is the story of Savannah, who was found on a dark road, perhaps suffering from hypothermia. She was found by two handsome cowboys, Tom and Greg. After finding out about Savannah’s life on their own, they knew what and who they wanted.

In a Savannah Saviors, you will be taken on an emotional roller coaster ride that has many unexpected twists and turns. The writing draws you in and keeps you engaged to the last page. I definitely recommend this book.

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My Tragic Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 2) by Necie Navone – Review by Dori Cousley

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My Tragic Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 2)My Tragic Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Tragic Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel by Necie Navone is the second book in the My Life Series. It just gets better in this book. My Tragic Life has a bit of everything from loyalty, friendship, loss and hope. This book delves into more of “Little One” and you get to see how her life is as a mob princess. You get to see how she grows, her loyalty, her understanding of the family duties and friendship. How will she react when she has to be someone she does like or want to be?

Another great book in the My Life Series. You see the growth of “Little One” in this book and it is nice to see the changes. The writing keeps you engaged and turning the pages as you want to see what happens next. The characters are very believable and well developed. I cannot wait to read the next book in the My Life Series.

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Silk Road: Code Raven 6 by Lynda Filler – Review by Dori Cousley

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SILK ROAD (Code Raven, #6)SILK ROAD by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Silk Road by Lynda Filler is the sixth book in the Code Raven Series. Silk Road is filled with action, adventure and lots of mystery. Silk Road keeps you turning the page to find out what is going to happen next. You will not put Silk Road down as you are totally immersed in it. The writing by Ms. Filler is engaging, flows and has many twists and turns. Her characters are well developed and very believable. It was nice to see that the gang was back fighting the many wrong going on in the world. Each book in the series has just gotten better and better. I highly recommend Silk Road as well as the Code Raven Series.

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The Nearness of You by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Dori Cousley

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The Nearness of YouThe Nearness of You by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Nearness of You by K. G. Fletcher is a romantic story that leaves you feeling good. You will be hooked from the first page. This is the story of Lauren, a lounge singer and David, a British Super Model. The first time they meet you feel the the sparks flying. David’s assistant is not very happy with this budding romance. It is due to the fact that he has a crazy busy schedule and romance will get in the way. Who is going to win this battle, work or love?

K.G. Fletcher has another hit with The Nearness of you! The story leaves you feeling happy and believing in romance. The characters were easy to connect with and very believable. Her writing is descriptive and flows with ease. I highly recommend The Nearness of You!

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My Hidden Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 1) by Necie Navone – Review by Dori Cousley

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My Hidden LifeMy Hidden Life by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Hidden Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel by Necie Navone is the first book in the My Life Series. This is a coming of age story about Alessandra. She is a typical girl who struggles finding her own normal in her family. Her family is not the normal family as they are part of the Italian mob. Being picked to run the family when she gets older was fun at first but she wishes to be that normal teenager. This all happens due to a boy she met and likes. What will happen to Alessandra?

What a great start to the series. The story is told from different POV’s which definitely keeps you turning the page to see what will happen next. My Hidden Life has suspense, drama and action. The characters are well developed and very believable. I cannot wait to read the next book in the My Life Series.

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Small Town Hero (Small Town Brides Book 1) – Review by Dori Cousley

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Small Town Hero (Small Town Brides, #1)Small Town Hero by Kim Koby
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Small Town Hero by Kim Koby is the first book in the Small Town Brides Series. This is a story about second chances and being able to forgive. This is a really sweet romance that leaves you feeling good. Ryan and Rebecca have both been hurt in the past and trust is truly hard for the both of them. Will they be able to trust each other so they can find happiness?

What a well written sweet romance by Kim Koby. You are taken on an emotional roller coaster ride that has you smiling at times and tears at other times. The characters are well developed and are very real and believable. I am really looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Painting Kuwait Violet by Pamela Q. Fernandes – Review by Dori Cousley

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Painting Kuwait VioletPainting Kuwait Violet by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Painting Kuwait Violet by Pamela Q. Fernandes takes place in the oil rich land of Kuwait. Violet gets a job in Kuwait as a maid to help payoff er father’s debt. But it may not live up to everything she has expected. She sees and hears things going on that she questions what may be happening around her. She develops a relationship with Sabah Dashti who realizes that Violet knows a lot more about business, which helps develop a good relationship between the two. But things keep happening at the home of Sabah. Will they figure out what is going on and who is doing it?

The writing of Ms. Fernandes keeps you engaged and it is very realistic relating to what was going on in Kuwait during the time the story took place. It flows and is very descriptive. The characters are well developed and very believable. Painting Kuwait Violet is full of mystery and suspense and keeps you turning the page to see what will happen next. I am looking forward to reading more from Pamela Q. Fernandes.

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Beckoned, Part 5: Adrift in Costa Rica by Aviva Vaughn – Review by Dori Cousley

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BECKONED, Part 5: Adrift in Costa RicaBECKONED, Part 5: Adrift in Costa Rica by Aviva Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beckoned, Part 5: Adrift in Costa Rica is a contemporary romance that tells the story of Soren and Elena. Soren is in Costa Rica looking for a big change in his life to heal his broken heart. He finds himself in a small coastal town in Costa Rica. He emerges himself in the life of the town, learning the language, to surf and became like a local. Then he meets Elena. She is from Costa Rica who also surfs but does not want to get involved with Soren. Will she have a change of heart and open up herself to Soren?

Aviva Vaughn did it again, another hit in the Beckoned Series. Her writing captures you from the first page. Her writing is descriptive, where you feel like you are right along side the characters. The writing flows and keeps you engaged. Ms. Vaughn’s characters are well developed and are very believable. What a great story, you feel as if you were in Costa Rica too. I highly recommend it as well as the whole Beckoned Series.

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Our Unexpected Hope by Michelle Sullivan – Review by Dori Cousley

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Our Unexpected HopeOur Unexpected Hope by Michelle Sullivan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Our Unexpected Hope by Michelle Sullivan is a contemporary romance that takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride. Our Unexpected Hope tells the story of Quinn and Noah. Quinn is a strong woman who is caring, kind and beautiful. Noah is the head chef at a restaurant. Noah wants to find out more about Quinn. He know there is something special about her and wants to get to know her better and find out what is so special.

Our Unexpected Hope is another great book by Michelle Sullivan. Her writing pulls you in and you do not want to stop reading. It is engaging, descriptive and flows. Her characters are well developed and very believable. You feel the emotions that they go through and you are cheering them on. I highly recommend this book it is definitely worth reading!

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Self Love by T.L. Clark – Review by Dori Cousley

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Self LoveSelf Love by T.L. Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Self Love by TL Clark is a story that has drama. emotion and takes you on a journey of growth. This story is told from the point of view of Molly. Molly is the main character, who is like many women. She struggles with weight and finding love. You are taking a journey alongside Molly as she goes through life. Her best friend is always there for her, no matter what Molly is going through.

What a great story from TL Clark. It was well written and flows with ease. You feel as you are right there with the characters. The characters are well developed and very real. They were easy to connect with and you can understand what they were going through. I highly recommend Self Love, you will feel as you are taking a journey too.

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Georgia Pine (Southern Promises #3) by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Dori Cousley

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Georgia Pine (Southern Promises #3)Georgia Pine by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Georgia Pine by KG Fletcher is the third book in the Southern Promises Series. Each book in the series just gets better and better. Jessica and Tim have some flammable chemistry that is very hot. Tim is not revealing his past to Jessica because it could cause problems. Is Jessica willing to wait till Tim is ready to share his past history?

The writing in Georgia Pine is engaging, flows and is very descriptive. It keeps you reading from the first page through the last. Georgia Pine takes you on a bumpy emotional roller coaster ride. The characters are well developed, very real and easy to connect with. I cannot wait to see what happens next in the series. I highly recommend Georgia Pine!

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Special Agent Charli (Undercover FBI Book 6) by Mimi Barbour – Review by Dori Cousley

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Special Agent Charli (Undercover FBI Book 6)Special Agent Charli by Mimi Barbour
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Special Agent Charli by Mimi Barbour is the sixth book in the Undercover FBI Series. I was pulled in from the first page of the story and did not stop reading till I finished the book. I did not want it to end. The writing flows with ease and it is very engaging. The story has a bit of everything from suspense, action, mystery and love for family. The characters are well developed, very real and were easy to connect with and understand. The secondary characters were perfectly written in the story and fit right in. I highly recommend Special Agent Charli.

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Degrees of Innocence (Prestian Series) by Via Mari – Review by Dori Cousley

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Degrees of Innocence (Prestian Series, #1)Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari is the first book in the Prestian Series. This story has romance, suspense, mystery and action. You will not be able to put Degrees of Innocence down, you will want to read and finish it in one sitting. Kate, is a strong and very independent woman. Chase, is a wealthy and very powerful man. What will Kate do with Chase pursuing her? Will she let the chemistry flow!

Via Mari has a way with her words. Her writing style flows with ease and keeps you engaged. Her writing pulls you in from the first word to the last. The characters are well developed, easy to connect with and very real. I cannot wait to see what happens next in the series.

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The Kitty Committee: A Novel of Suspense by Kathryn Berla – Review by Dori Cousley

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The Kitty Committee: A Novel of SuspenseThe Kitty Committee: A Novel of Suspense by Kathryn Berla
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Kitty Committee: A Novel of Suspense has all you can ask for from mystery, fear and suspense. The story grabs you in from the first page and you do not want to put it down till the last page. The story flows, is engaging and well written. Ms. Berla has a way with her words, so descriptive. The many twists and turns will leave you guessing as well as being taken on an emotional roller coaster ride. The characters are real and believable. We all know some mean girls or went to school with them. The story takes place between the past and present, but the transitions between the two are down with ease. I highly recommend The Kitty Committee.

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