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Flirty Dancing: A Spicy Romantic Comedy About the Afterlife (The Green Room Chronicles Book 3) by J.D. Frettier – Review by Emily Walsh

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Flirty DancingFlirty Dancing
By: J.D. Frettier
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Flirty Dancing (The Green Room Chronicles, #3) by J.D. Frettier was fun, light heart and quirky read, that will have you in tears both happy and sad.

Not my first read from this author or in this series, needless to say, but once I saw book three go up, I was excited and couldn’t wait to get my hands on it.

This book, as well as the others in this series, plays on the, what happens after death mystery. It’s well thought out, and as I have said, fun, quirky, and full of laughs. It’s more on the playful side of the steaminess, and gives a nice nod to Dirty Dancing at the end. I have to say, out of all the books in the series so far, I enjoyed this book the most. I think it was because the MC is much younger and truly loved her husband and family, not saying the others didn’t, but this one I was just, I don’t know, it struck a cord with me, and I just loved the MC to bits. It was as quirky as it was heart touching and steamy.

Overall this book, this series, is a must read, and gets my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval.

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The Woman America Loves a Latte by Holly Tierney-Bedord – Review by Emily Walsh

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The Woman America Loves a LatteThe Woman America Loves a Latte
By: Holly Tierney-Bedord
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Woman America Loves a Latte by Holly Tierney-Bedord was an engaging, hooking read, that had me flipping the pages.

Not my first read from this author, I was excited to read this book, and boy oh boy I was not disappointed. Engaging, pulling, and multi layered this book had me reading into the night.

This book has a bit of everything, second chances, and picking up the pieces and tendrils of darkness from the MC’s pass, makes this book a compelling, intriguing read. I love the mistaken identity plot set up, it was a lucky break for our MC, that was down on her luck and looking for a way out. Especially after that asshat of a fiancé, pulls that crap he did, good riddens.

Overall this book pulls you in, not only with the easy writing and smooth transitions. It somehow connects with you, and you feel it on an emotional level. The attention to detail pulls this story together and binds all the elements into something masterful. This book gets my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval.

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Me and Cinderella (The Dirty Rooster #2) by Kelly Mooney – Review by Emily Walsh

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Me and Cinderella (The Dirty Rooster #2)Me and Cinderella
By: Kelly Mooney
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Me and Cinderella (The Dirty Rooster #2) by Kelly Mooney was a pretty great read that will pull at those heart strings.

Not my first read from this author or in this series, but though this book is part of a series it reads as a standalone. So no worries if you haven’t read the first book.

This book is a fun read thats both witty and bouncy, as well as emotional and heart melty. The only thing that I didn’t quite like, is a common theme I see with these types of books. The male MC calling female MC, innocent and what not. It’s a pet-peeve of mine, and I don’t find it endearing or a complement to call a grown woman innocent. I don’t want to get into it, cause I’ll be here all day, but in the long run, you can make a character complex and multi layer without adding words like innocent, only to find out..”they aren’t so.” you know, sexy wise.

Other than that, I very much enjoyed this story. I loved how it wasn’t just about the romance, and that Eli was there for his family. That added extra layer that made this story more than your normal mushy romance. It added a complexity to the overall plot and storyline. Eli was an outstanding character and he really stole the show. I honestly think that the author did an amazing job on Eli, and though I did like Remy, and she was also a great character, Eli just, glowed, and was a powerhouse.

Overall this story is a must read, and it gets my super high recommendation and my stamp go approval.

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Surviving Valencia by Holly Tierney-Bedord – Review by Emily Walsh

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Surviving Valencia
By: Holly Tierney-Bedord
My Rating: 3 of 5 stars

Surviving Valencia by Holly Tierney-Bedord was an okay read, that will keep you guessing.

Not my first read from this author, so I was excited to get my hands on this read. This book was interesting, and has a good plot line, but at times it fell flat, and there are some loos ends that aren’t sitting well with me.

The transitions between the past and present were done well, and it helped tie some of the plot points together. The ending was a little off putting as well, and I do kind of get it, but at the same time it was bittersweet and not satisfying. But again, in a weird way, it fit. One point I would love to make, is that, you never find out what the younger sisters name is. And it was something that I didn’t notice until I stopped reading and started to process, and forming my review. Very well done, and a nice added touch to make this read more layered and complex.

Overall this isn’t a bad story, it has lots of good things, but at the same time, when the MC was narrating it was like she rambled and nothing came to a close. This made certain plot points confusing and unbalanced. But, this book will keep you on your toes with its unfolding mystery, and trips to the past.

This books gets my recommendation and my stamp of approval.

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Cinderfella by Kristy Brown – Review by Emily Walsh

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CinderfellaCinderfella
By: Kristy Brown
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cinderfella by Kristy Brown was a sweet, entertaining reverse fairytale retelling, that stole my heart.

I love fairytale retellings, and this one wasn’t only unique but it was fresh, modern, and had all the magic of the original. The only thing that I think would have made this story all the more amazing, an epilogue. Just a little something to us know, that their dreams came true.

I will say that this book is a little darker then your normal sugar sweet retelling, and I like that little bit of a twist. There was just something about them that made me root for them. I loved how is wasn’t just love at first sight, they connected, spent time together, and actually developed proper feelings for one another. The ball at the end was a nice nod, and I loved the entrance scene, I got chills!

Overall this book is a wonderful retelling that will play on that childhood nostalgia. So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval that, you will fall head over heels for this fuzzy read.

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Devil’s Backbone (Wild Beasts Series Book 5) by T. Birmingham – Review by Emily Walsh

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Devil's Backbone (Wild Beasts Series Book 5)Devil’s Backbone
By: T. Birmingham
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Devil’s Backbone (Wild Beasts #5) by T. Birmingham was a dark fantasy shifter read, that had me hooked from start to finish.

My first read by this author and for this series, I was hooked right from that chilling prolog. As the story moved forward I was drawn in deep by this authors steady writing and the stories darker tones. Though the pace isn’t fast, the writing pulls you in, and the intensities are spread out enough where you’re never bored and the bubbling romance keeps the reader engaged and hooked.

I have to say, this book is at the top of my, best reads so far this year, list. It has everything that I love about reading and about shifter romances. The MC’s aren’t your typical cookie cutter characters. They felt real, relatable, and the brokenness just adds to their realistic persona. Outside the the near perfect MC’s, the plot is building, multi layered and complex. It sets you up to something epic, and man it’s worth everything. I need to check out the other books in this series, because though this reads as a standalone, there are things that happen in the last books, that are referenced, and I need to read those scenes!

Overall this book is a must read, and I can’t stress enough how utterly outstanding this read is. This book gets my ultra stamp of approval and my golden recommendation.

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Flesh and Bone (Blood of Kaos Book 3) by Nesa Miller – Review by Emily Walsh

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Flesh and Bone (Blood of Kaos Series, Book III)Flesh and Bone
By: Nesa Miller
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Flesh and Bone (Blood of Kaos Series, Book III) by Nesa Miller was a dark, intense, outstanding read, that had me flipping the pages.

So I’ll be real with you, I didn’t know this was the third book when I picked it up, and I did feel like I miss something major. But, with the way this book is written, it pulled me in, and before I knew it, it didn’t matter that I miss that major event in the last book, instead I actually enjoy this book that much more, because of that missing piece.

The opening hooked me, dark, intense, and wow, like I’m still trying to piece my thoughts together. I don’t even what to give you a review because you really need to experience this book for yourself. It has everything that I love about dark epic fantasies. Drama, complexity, action, magic and pure utter epic battles. For those that have read the other books, you will not be disappointed in this instalment. If you’re like me, don’t be, and read the other books. Something in which I have to do myself, because I really need to read that last scene, in the last book, because, wow, like I can’t even right now.

Overall if you haven’t guessed this book gets my super high recommendation and my golden stamp of approval.

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Spar by Randi Perrin – Review by Emily Walsh

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SparSpar
By: Randi Perrin
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spar by Randi Perrin was a complex, engaging, contemporary romance that had me hooked.

My first read from this author, I didn’t know what I was getting into, but with the raving reviews and the intriguing synopsis I dove in, and I’m glad I gave this book a chance. Short but fast, Randi Perrin really knew how to stack this book with a complex plot, complex characters and not fall into the trap of filling in space just for the sake of filling space. I am impressed, and I will be checking out more from this author.

As this book is more on the novella side with 170 pages, I’m not going to give anything away. But I am going to tell you that this book, is worth your time, energy and money. The MC’s are, as I have said, complex. They felt realistic, solid and just, wow, sometimes there’s no other words. Strong, isn’t the word for our female lead. My heart aches for her, and when you read this book you will understand why she’s so strong and resilient.

Overall this book is, as I have said, a must read. So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will fall into this story, it’s easy flow, and before you know it, you’ll have it finished and longing for more.

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Gamble on a Cowboy by Melissa Keir and D’Ann Lindun – Review by Emily Walsh

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Gamble on a CowboyGamble on a Cowboy
By: Melissa Keir and D’Ann Lindun
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gamble on a Cowboy Melissa Keir and D’Ann Lindun was engaging, sweet, steamy, heart string pulling read, that was down right fun as hell.

A short read, with two quick but well rounded stories was something to behold. Both authors managed to pack a lot into their respective stories and I wish they were longer. Both could have been easily a full size novel. Their talent shown through and I will be checking out their other works.

As for the stories, and since they are quick, anything would give away the magic. I will tell you that, the writing is smooth, top shelf, and full of heart and emotions. Especially that first read, man, how can such a short read squeeze my heart so? It had that perfect balance of sweet, heart melty, and fun. Add in two very well-rounded characters and you got an enjoyable read, that will have you wanting more. The second novella, was different enough while keeping with the theme, that you didn’t feel like you were reading the same story twice. That second read, has drama, hot steamy romance, and a bit of a mystery that keeps you on your toes. Like the first there are two very well-rounded interesting characters, that just leap off the pages.

Overall this book will have you hooked, laughing, emotional, all while needing a fan from those hot moments. So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval that you will not be disappointed.

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Terror in Boring Town (A Sam and Rex Adventure Book 1) by Hoot N. Holler – Review by Emily Walsh

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Terror in Boring Town (A Sam and Rex Adventure, #1)Terror in Boring Town
By: Hoot N. Holler
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Terror in Boring Town (A Sam and Rex Adventure, #1) by Hoot N. Holler was a fun, entertaining read, that had that old school The Hardy Boys feeling.

My first read from this author, I went in with an open mind and channeled my inner child. That wasn’t hard, cause, well, I’m a 5 year old trapped in a 30 year old body.. jk, jk.. maybe… In all seriousness, this book was as I said, fun, super engaging, and perfect if you have a young reader that likes quik humor, extra characters and a mystery that will get your mind working, then this book is perfect. Not only that, it has enough adultness, that if you wanted to make it a family read, then you’ll have just as fun a time as your litte reader.

Overall this book brought me back to a simpler time, and to my early days a reading. The wording was easy to follow, the plot was complex in a way it would be for a young reader. So yes, I did figure out what was going on pretty fast, but as this book isn’t meant for my level, I didn’t mind, or care, cause as I have said like twice or more, this book is all around fun. Like disney channel TV movie fun. It has little bit of everything, and it gets my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval.

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A Wicked Earl’s Widow (Once Upon A Widow Book 2) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Emily Walsh

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The Wicked Earl's WidowThe Wicked Earl’s Widow
By: Aubrey Wynne
My Rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Wicked Earl’s Widow by Aubrey Wynne was an okay read, that for me, fell a little shot, but saved itself at the end.

Not my first read from this author, so I was looking forward to reading this novella. From this author’s persvoice works, that I quite enjoyed, this short story was a mixed feels read for me.

So let’s get into it shall we.

This book starts out nice, smooth and entertaining. As the story moves forward and we get more into that world and the plot, things start to take a weird turn when the love interest shows up. Normally at this point, the romance portion of the plot kicks in, and we get all the melty feels, and the heat. But, that wasn’t the case, it felt flat and for me, never formed a realistic connection. For a book that’s presented as romance heavy, and to not deliver, was a let down, and a bit disappointing.

Now not all was lost, as the ending was a little bit of a shocker, and I’m glad the author went there. That took guts and it saved this read for me. Outside of the ending, I did like the side plots and the side characters. It created a nice balance that helped with the lacking romance.

Overall the story was good, it had promising elements, and it did keep my attention. I just wish the romance was just as strong, because it would have rounded out this story into something magical. But just remember that what I have problems with, you might not, so please take my recommendation and my approval that you will find something to love about this historical fiction.

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Taming the Troublemaker (The Hills of Texas #3) by Kadie Scott – Review by Emily Walsh

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Taming the Troublemaker (Hills of Texas, #3)Taming the Troublemaker
By: Kadie Scott
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Taming the Troublemaker (Hills of Texas #3) by Kadie Scott was a hooking, sweet read that had me flipping the pages.

Not my first read from this author or in this series. This is a connecting series, but it doesn’t have a carry over plot, or the same MC’s. They read as standalones, so don’t get deterred by the number. But timeline wise, I do suggest reading the other books, as they have carry over characters, that and, they are just as wonderful.

This read was sweet, down to earth, realistic, and downright fun as hell. I had such a time reading this book, that I couldn’t put it down. It was a late night read for sure, and I may have been a little groggy getting up for work. Was it worth it? Hell yeah it was. This is one of those books that just hooks you from the start, not only with the engaging flow, and the easy writing, but with the energetic characters that just leap off the pages. Plot wise, you can see it coming like a mile away, but I will tell you, you’re not going to care, because this book will suck you in, and you’ll be so engrossed, that knowing what will happen will be the least of your worries.

Overall this book, if you haven’t guessed, is a must read form me, and it gets my super high recommendation, and my golden stamp of approval.

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Misfortune of Song: Druid’s Brooch Series: #5 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Emily Walsh

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Misfortune of Song (Druid's Brooch #5)Misfortune of Song
By: Christy Nicholas
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch #5) by Christy Nicholas was an heart pounding, entertaining, engaging read, that had me hooked.

Yes I know, I’m not exactly reading this series in order, but they can be read as standalones, and the timeline isn’t consistent, so I don’t feel like I’m missing anything, if anything I’m enjoying that much more. But if you are a stickler, then I do suggest reading them in order.

Each book that I read in this series, has more magic, more drama, and just more insight into the fae world. This read has a mix of romance, of one that isn’t all happiness and sunshine. There are real emotions and problems, as well as magical drama (more so on that evil side) and an unsupportive family. It makes this otherworldly read, connecting and realistic.

This book covers so much, makes you feel so much, and frankly I can’t pick a favourite in the series. Well written and easy to read, these book takes you on a fantastical ride that just captures you mind and soul. Not to spoil anything, I’m going to leave you with my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, for this must read.

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Turning the Tide (Eastern Shore Swingers, #5) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Emily Walsh

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Turning the Tide (Eastern Shore Swingers Book 5)Turning the Tide
By: Phoebe Alexander
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Turning the Tide (Eastern Shore Swingers, #5) by Phoebe Alexander was another wonderful addition to this addicting series.

The latest addition to the Eastern Shore Swingers, and I must say Phoebe Alexander has done it again. I’m normally not a fan of the cheating husband plot line, but man oh man, if you met his wife, you’d understand in a heartbeat. Plus his situation, and the complex mess his wife manages to weave them into was something else. If anyone deserves to be happy and loved it was Luke.

I want to say that this was one of the best in the series, but it’s hard, because all the books in this series is fun, well written and the mix of vibrant, unique characters brings this series to life unlike any series I have read. If you’re looking for a fresh, out there read, I highly suggest you get your hands on not only this book, but this series.

So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will fall head over heels, and rooting for Luke and Connie

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Love on the Line (Great Expectations Love Stories: The Graykens Book 2) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Emily Walsh

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LOVE on the LINE (Great Expectations Love Stories: The Graykens Book 2)LOVE on the LINE
By: Laurie Lewis
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love on the Line (Great Expectations Love Stories: The Graykens Book 2) by Laurie Lewis was a sweet, emotional read, that complimented the first book quite well.

The second book in this original heart punching series, and I will tell you that the hard feels has carried over, and man oh man, I didn’t think I would be raked over the coles again. Laurie Lewis sure has a way with words and making me want to cry every three seconds. I will say that this book pretty much picks up wheres the last left off, though it reads well, and could be read as a standalone, I do highly suggest reading the first book, or you won’t get the full impact of their complex relationship.

As this is the second book, I’m not going to tell you anything, but I will tell you that, I fell easy into this read. I was hooked and could not put this book down. My only quirm, was that, the ending felt rushed a little bit. I don’t know if it was done to keep the word count down, or if it was done like that, to keep us readers guessing and wanting more. But I need book three, so those loss ends can be tidied up.

Overall this book is a sweet, raw emotional read, that will rip your hearts strings to pieces. So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will need tissues close by.

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Wolf (Fairy Tale Series Book 3) by Jody Lynn Daniels – Review by Emily Walsh

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Wolf: Book 3 in The Fairy Tale Series (Fairy Tale Series )Wolf: Book 3 in The Fairy Tale Series
By: Jody Lynn Daniels
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wolf (Fairy Tale Series Book 3) by Jody Lynn Daniels was a page turner, and once I started reading I couldn’t put this book down.

My first read from this author and from this series, I fell quickly into this sweet second chance romance. Well written, easy to read, this little wonder is full of passion, good feels, and puts a new kind of spin on a favorite fairy tale. Tolde in dual POV we get both sides of the story, rounding out this heart puncher.

As much as I loved this book, there were a few things that bothered me. One was the CPR scene, not so much the CPR in itself, but the fact that the person requiring it wasn’t taken to the hospital after. Anytime CPR is perform you need to take the casualty to the hospital, because there’s a good possability a rib or two got broken in the process. The other thing was that, Sasha, just kind of disappeared towards end of the book. She was such a force, and prominent character, then that, after a certain breakdown, the author, just kind of, left her out of the ending. I felt there was a missed opportunity there, especially with Carson.

Other then that, I loved the plot, and the growing connection between the two MC’s. Their romance grew at a steady pace, it never felt forced or awkward. There was time for both of them to grow and rediscover their emotions. Carson was a sweet guy, like, I think I fell for him. He gave Maggie space and time, but I do feel like if he told the truth from the get go, then it would have solved a lot of problems, especially when he told like three people before her. But as a whole, I think Carson stole the show and really carried the story.

Overall this story is sweet, heart melty and just full of those good feels. I’m definitely going to be checking out the other books, so please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will get lost in this modern retelling of red riding hood.

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Yearning Young (Burning Britely Book 2) by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Emily Walsh

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Yearning Young (Burning Britely #2)Yearning Young
By: Deidre Huesmann
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yearning Young (Burning Britely Book 2) by Deidre Huesmann was sweet, emotional read, that punches you right in the feels.

The second book in the Burning Britely series, we are once again taken on a raw emotional ride of two teens just trying to figure out this stupid thing called love. But being as they are a gay couple, it makes it all the more complicated and for one party, confusing.

Picking up almost where the last book left off, we are greeted by Braeden’s POV, and it was a nice change up. He was a character I wanted to know more about, and I got what I wanted and more. This book was just as sweet as the first, but it held more raw emotions, more realistic struggles, and of course Braeden’s struggle with his sexuality. God, I was a mess while reading this, and I really wanted to smack him. My heart is a fluffy mess, and I really hope there is another book. These two are by far my favorite couple of the year. I need to know more, and I want to know it they make it..

Overall this book is a must read, and I can’t praise it enough. So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will be an emotional mess like me once you are done.

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North to Nara (Crimson Sash Book 1) by Amanda Marin – Review by Emily Walsh

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North to Nara (Crimson Sash, #1)North to Nara
By: Amanda Marin
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

North to Nara (Crimson Sash, #1) by Amanda Marin was a hooking, original read that, was full of passion, and told the tale of two star crossed lovers and their fight against the odds.

This debut novel was truly something, as a lover of dystopian type books, I always love how each author develops the world and how they see it, if something were to happen to our way of life. This one wasn’t as loud, you could say, as some other dystopian books. The world that this is book is set in seems pretty comfortable, and at peace. So this story isn’t about one girl toppling an empire, no, it’s about a forbidden love, and the their choice to put love before Nation.

The only thing that bothered me about this book, was the pockets of info dumping, and I hate to say it cause I really enjoyed this book, but it did fall into this trend of the first book being a “setup book”. A complex world like this should have been present at the beginning, with some back story, or a prologue, to help with the worldbuilding. Especially when this world is not at war and is in a pretty tame and civil state.

Now the two MC’s, love them to bits. Micah really stole the show. Yes Neve is the main MC, but hell, Micah was written so well, and so full of emotions that I couldn’t help but fall for him. I would have like to see the world from his POV, I think that would have added that extra layer to not only help with the characters development, but with world building.

That middle to ending though, for a book that started out all sweet and heart melty, it sure kicked up into high gear. I was on the edge of my seat, and flipping the pages like a mad person. Man oh man, talk about going from 0-60. And that sneak peek at the end.. way to tease a girl.. I need the next book now!

Overall this book gets my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval.

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Age of Saints: Druid’s Brooch: #7 by Christy Nicholas – Review by Emily Walsh

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Age of Saints (Druid's Brooch #7)Age of Saints
By: Christy Nicholas
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Age of Saints (Druid’s Brooch #7) by Christy Nicholas exciting and engaging, I couldn’t put this book down.

I am loving this series more and more with each book that is release. With no set timeline, this series does jump-a-round, but still has the same connecting elements. This book reads much like a standalone, but I do suggest reading the other books in this series, as they are amazing and just as magically endearing.

This book takes us back, getting us closer to that ever present magic, and of course were it all began. This book for me, out of all that I have read, is truly the best so far. Maybe it was because it was so far back in the timeline, or, that there was more magic, danger and raw emotions, that seemed to spill of the pages. Whatever the case, I was hooked, and before I knew it, I was done, feeling a little hollow and disjointed. I didn’t know what to do with myself, only to hope that there will be another book. I need another book.

And that is where I will leave you. I don’t want to ramble or gush too much, because I don’t want to spoil this read for you. Just please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will drown in this otherworldly book, full of magic, danger, and the strong emotional bonds of family.

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Fortitude by Carrie Dalby – Review by Emily Walsh

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FortitudeFortitude
By: Carrie Dalby
My Rating: 3 of 5 stars

Fortitude by Carrie Dalby was a pretty okay read, that shed some light onto a dark dangerous time.

Not my first read by this author so I knew going in that the writing would be smooth and the plot well researched. This book was such, though I do have some things that aren’t sitting quite right, and that’s mainly the ending. I wasn’t satisfied, or felt like it tied anything up like an ending should. Now it wasn’t bad, I just felt that, it didn’t quite fit with the overall story.

Let’s get into it shall we. Well written and engaging, I was pretty hooked on this book, but I wasn’t fully absorbed. From the synopsis I thought the plot would be fast moving and thriller like. But this turned out to be a completely different type of story. The start was slow, but the easy flow of the writing made it enjoyable. I just felt there was a disconnect somewhere, and I don’t know if it was the misguidance of the synopsis, or the MC herself. I guess the best word would be flat, there were some flat areas that drew me out of the story.

Now don’t get me wrong, this is a very well researched and compelling story, and I loved the friendship and message. I’m just on the fence about it a little bit. But as you know reading is subjective and what I didn’t like, you might. So just because I had some issues, and as I said this isn’t a bad story, doesn’t mean you will as well. So please take my recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will find the message and selflessness, as endaring and captivating, as I did.

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Miss Apple Pants: Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth – Review by Emily Walsh

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Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants series Book 2)Lost in Love
By: Charlotte Roth
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lost in Love (The Miss Apple Pants series Book 2) by Charlotte Roth was a sweet, emotional read, that got me in all the good feels.

The second book in The Miss Apple Pants Series, and I have to say, Charlotte Roth has outdone herself. I did have some mix feels about the first book, but once I saw the second and remembering the loose ends from the first book, I had to pick it up. Now before you dive into this wonder, this is a continuation series, so I highly suggest reading the first book, or be prepared for major spoilers.

This book was pure emotions. Sure there were still some issues with filler and going down the rabbit hole, but it fits so well with Ella’s personality, that I didn’t mine it as much as I did in the first book. I will say that the ending, that soul fire, kick to the chest that melted my heart, felt like it took way too long to get too. I get it, real life isn’t that fast, but, I felt like this big adventure in Europe, took too long to get to the point, as to why Ella was there in the first place. Again I don’t know if this was done to up word count, but this book would have been just as impactful, if it was more compact and maybe even novella size.

Overall this sweet tale was heart clutching, and you can feel the love, sadness, longing, from each character. There was this one scene with Thomas as the start, where I literally felt his heart pain, longing, and just plain old pure love.. and then I wanted to slap Ella for not seeing it, or better yet, not wanting to see it. Damn it all, my heart is all fluttery, happy and just melty.

With that said, please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will get swept away by this weird combination of, Sleepless in Seattle, Eat, Pray, Love and happy ever afters.

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The Protector: MAC (Cover Six Security, Book 1) by Lisa B. Kamps – Review by Emily Walsh

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The Protector: MACThe Protector: MAC
By: Lisa B. Kamps
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Protector: MAC (Cover Six Security) by Lisa B. Kamps was a pretty okay fast pace read, that kept me on my toes.

My first read from this author, I didn’t know what to expect. After a little bit of an exciting opening, and me being a little too critical, I settled in quite nicely, and I could not put this book down.

Okay you’re probably wondering why I was critical, I teach cold water survival so I may have been sitting there going like.. he should be doing this, not that, what the hell don’t take her clothes off… and so on.. and then I was like, okay panic has set in, he’s not thinking right, and once I got that into my head, and calmed down I fell into the easy writing, the steamy flow and the dangerous mystery.

I have to say, though this was the sixth book in the series, it did read easy like a standalone. Though were somethings that I didn’t quite get, but all in all, I loved the plot, the danger and the hotness that was Mac, and all the boys, I mean men, were all hot. I loved all the different personalities, and the strong team work.

Overall this book was worth the chance, and I will be checking out the rest of the books in this series. So please take my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval, that you will fall deep into this action pack, steamy read.

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A Person Could Disappear Here by Terri George – Review by Emily Walsh

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A Person Could Disappear HereA Person Could Disappear Here
By: Terri George
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Person Could Disappear Here by Terri George was a raw realistic read, that will have you second guessing what you believe to be true, and have you wondering what you would do in Abbey’s shoes.

My first read by this author, and I have to say I’m going to be adding them to my watch list. This story was a tough one, it’s as I said, raw, emotional and has many grey areas. It makes you think, and it showcases the dangers of grooming and stockholm syndrome. It’s easy to judge when you’re not the one in the situation. Terri Geros did a wonderful job with this book, talented you can tell heavy research went into this read.

Told in dual POV, we not only get Abbey’s journal like entries we get her best friends Cristina’s. She truly shone and was a major driving force in this story. Relentless, nothing was going to stop her, and I loved that strong friendship and love. I liked how Addy’s story was told through the journal like entries, it felt more personal, and it makes you connects on a deeper level. It’s helps with the outside looking in, and it adds a layer of complexities to the plot, instead of you’re normal, disappear and find, type mysteries.

Overall this book is a super high recommendation from me, and it gets my stamp of approval. You will not regret this read, even if some parts will be harder to read then others, but that realism, that real world situation, makes this book more than a must read, but a necessity. It highlights the dangers that surround social media, fake personas, and how easy it is to completely have someone fall head over heels, not knowing what hells await.

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Happily. Ever After? An Italian Relationship (The Italian Saga Book 6) by Gaia B. Amman – Review by Emily Walsh

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Happily. Ever After?: An Italian Relationship. (The Italian Saga Book 6)Happily. Ever After?: An Italian Relationship.
By: Gaia B Amman
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Happily. Ever After?: An Italian Relationship. (The Italian Saga Book 6) by Gaia B Amman was an pulling read that will get you in all the feels.

Not my first read from this author or this series, though I met Leda when she was a child, so seeing her all grown up was hell of a time jump for me. Yes, Yes, I did it again, I skipped books in the series.. but hey, if you follow me at all you know that’s my thing. But in all seriousness, this book was not only emotional, it did things to my poor heart, that was weird, confusing, and amazing. Gaia B Amma truly has and remarkable gift when it comes to writing, and getting the reader to not only connect, but feel what her characters are feeling. That alone is enough for me to tell you, to gets this book, this serie, and anything by Gaia B Amma.

As I have said this book is stuff to the gills with raw emotions. Romantic centered, we see the makings, and the ups and downs of a realistic relationship, and the trials that couples go through to try and make it work. Especially when you have two people that are as opposite as you can get… but, the heart wants what it wants.. there’s no rhyme or reason, and this book displays that well. This book is a must read, and I can’t stress enough without spoilers, that you need this book in your life.

So please take my super high recommendation and my golden stamp of approval. that this book, as it did with me, will do things to not only your heart, but your soul.

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If the Shoe Fits (The Liberty Lawrence Series Book 3) by Bea Stevens – Review by Emily Walsh

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If The Shoe Fits... (The Liberty Lawrence Series Book #3)If The Shoe Fits…
By: Bea Stevens
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

If the Shoe Fits (The Liberty Lawrence Series Book 3) by Bea Stevens was a fun light hearted read, that had a little bit of everything to keep you well engaged and entertained.

The third book in this quirky series, we follow Liberty as she moves onto a new adventure and a new job. Man this girl changes jobs more than necessary. I mean sure it fits with the story and Libby’s personality, but I mean, realistically, changing jobs that often isn’t healthy, career wise. Plus all her boss’s seem to be mean, tools that are set up for you to hate them. As much as I am enjoying this series, and if there is another book, I do hope that trend doesn’t continue.

Overall, like I have said, this book as a whole, is fun, pulling, has wonderful characters, and a nice easy mystery like plot, that keeps you on your toes. Libby is growing on me more and more, though I still think she is a little too immature for her age, but hell, she’s making progress and I’m happy with that. Story wise, this was my fav so far. The nice easy flow made for quick easy reading, and the transitions were smooth, even will all the minor things I mentioned above, this is a page turner.

To end, this book gets a super high recommendation from me, and my stamp of approval.

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WTF, God?: Understanding God in the Midst of Transition by Michelle N. Onuorah – Review by Emily Walsh

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WTF, God?: Understanding God in the Midst of TransitionWTF, God?: Understanding God in the Midst of Transition
By: Michelle N. Onuorah
My Rating: 3 of 5 stars

WTF, God?: Understanding God in the Midst of Transition by Michelle N. Onuorah was a pretty okay read.

Alright first things first, this book was, way, and I mean way, out of my comfort zone. Being that it is non-fiction, and not a genera I tend to not dabble into, I didn’t know what I was getting myself into.

I have to say I liked the writing, and the quick wittiness. But that wasn’t quite enough to pull me into the story. For me there was a lot of cringe moments, that kept pulling me out. For a short book I did have a time to fully get absorbed and lost. There were times that the jumps back and forth, as done and cleanly as it could have been, making me at times a little confused. Like the author was trying to get too many thoughts out, in one go.

Overall this book, wasn’t bad, it was as whole quite enjoyable. I did like the wittiness of the author, and you can tell a lot of heart and soul was put into this book. I did like how she picked herself up time and time again, and no matter what was tossed in her path she kept going with that strong will and wit. For this little peak into her life, I could tell the author is a wonderful person, and I hope her all the best.

So to end, this book gets my stamp of approval and my high recommendation.

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Immortal Desires Anthology – Review By Emily Walsh

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Immortal DesiresImmortal Desires
By: Various Authors
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Immortal Desires by Various Authors was a super fun read that is stuff to the brim with a little bit of everything. Funny, hot, steamy, action and mythology, you can’t go wrong with this hot anthology.

Wow, with so many quick reads, and talented authors, it wasn’t that hard to get hooked, and fast. I had so much fun picking and choosing what story to read next. Now some are longer than others, but they don’t follow any particular order, so you can just go on and choose what story you want to read and when.

There are a few stories that caught my eye, Artemis’s Hunt by Lia Davies, His Dream Mate by Madison Sevier, and Flirty Dancing by Jennifer Theriot. All were by on the shorter side, but all packed quite a punch. I’m not going to get into too much detail, because I don’t want to spoil anything. But both Artemis’s Hunt and His Dream Mate were on the hotter, steamier side. Well, Artemis’s Hunt was a little more tame, as it followed a bit of a journey, and reconnecting type plot line. His Dream Mate was, well… hot.. Flirty Dancing, was fun, light heart and quirky. It plays on the, what happens after death, and really hits home. It’s more on they playful side of the steaminess, and gave a nice nod to Dirty Dancing at the end.

Overall this anthology was worth it, and it gets my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval. And as I said, with all those wonderful stories, you’re bound to find something that tickles your fancy.

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Seraphina’s Vengeance (The Seraphina Series, #3) by Sheena Hutchinson – Review by Emily Walsh

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Seraphina's Vengeance (Seraphina #3)Seraphina’s Vengeance
By: Sheena Hutchinson
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

Seraphina’s Vengeance (Seraphina #3) by Sheena Hutchinson was dark, twisty, and one hell of a read.

The third book in the Seraphina series, and I must say, I’m glad and ecstatic that I stuck with this series. Because this book is everything I was hoping the first would be and more.

It was unpredictable, dark, steadily moving and hooking as hell. This book truly shows the growth and character development that is Seraphina. We see not only a different side of her, but we see something that I believe she was lacking in the other two books. Relatability. That opening, wow, talk about the calm before the storm. I’m not going to get into the plot, but the title is a good giveaway. But I will tell you that this book is different then the others, and you will not be able to put it down. This book will change your whole opinion of this series, and I can’t wait to dive into the next, and I believe final book.

Overall this book gets my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval.

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Burning Britely (Burning Britely #1) by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Emily Walsh

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Burning BritelyBurning Britely
By: Deidre Huesmann
My Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Burning Britely (Burning Britely #1) by Deidre Huesmann was a sweet, heart melty read, that had me hooked from start to finish.

My first read by this author, and though I have read LGBTQ books in the past, it’s still something that is a tab bit out of my normal comfort zone. I’m glad I gave this book a chance because the love story is sweet, emotional, heart melty, and heart breaking. Love is love, and this book puts it on display for all to see.

The only thing that rubbed me a bit the wrong way, was the lack of detail and scene development and descriptions. Now I do get that this book is at the 150 mark, so it is fairly short, and is borderline a novella. (Not dissing novellas, I love them, and some of my fav reads are them). I think to keep the word count down, and the characters the main focus, the world building and scene development suffered. There were times I didn’t quite get a scene, because it was told to me rather than shown, and that made some of the more important scenes lacking and at times confusing. I think if a little more time was spent on growing those key scenes, and pivatable moments, would have greatly help the overall story and readability.

As for the characters and their development. No complaints on that front, and even though our MC’s Jeff, comes across as a tool, I didn’t find him unlikeable as he was intended. As someone who is blunt, and struggles a little bit with emotions, I connected with him and got him a little then some others might. I thought he was a wonderful character, and he kinda stole the show for me. Sure yeah, the love interest was hot, and all that jazz, but Jeff, I found had the most overall growth and character development.

Overall this book is a super high recommendation from me, and it gets my stamp of approval. It’s current, relevant, and as I have said, will melt and steal your heart before you know what’s going on.

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The Devil’s Shadow (Wild Beasts Series Book 4) by T. Birmingham – Review by Emily Walsh

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The Devil's Shadow (Wild Beasts Series Book 4)The Devil’s Shadow
By: T. Birmingham
My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Devil’s Shadow (Wild Beasts #4) by T. Birmingham was a unique, dark, suspenseful read, that had me flipping the pages.

Not my first read by this author, but it is my first read for this series, and for this authors paranormal books. I didn’t know what to expect, but man oh man, I will tell you that, no one will know what to expect. This book is fresh, original and downright epic. Also from what I have gathered in this book, it reads like a standalone, but I did at times not get past references, so I suggest reading the first three books. Something that I will be definitely doing.

This story is more then multi layered, it’s hard core complex, engaging and has this dark mystery, that overlaps an endearing love story. This is all piled on top of just as complex, well rounded, 3D characters, that make you feel like you’ve known them all your life, but still can’t figure them out. They pull you in, mess with your heart, then just before crushing it, smile like a long lost friend. Like wow, I don’t think I have read such a book, that has cause such a intense reaction before.

To tell the truth I can go on and on, but I’m going to leave you here, with my spoiler free super high recommendation and my stamp of approval. I promise you will not be disappointed in this hidden gem of a book.

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