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Blood Rebellion (Supernatural Intelligence Agency Book 1) by Nadine Travers – Review by Erin Wolf

Blood Rebellion (Supernatural Intelligence Agency: World #1)Blood Rebellion by Nadine Travers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Blood Rebellion (Supernatural Intelligence Agency Book 1) by Nadine Travers, 4 stars.

I enjoyed this book and cannot wait to read more of the series. This is very good Urban Fantasy with some hot scenes thrown in to keep it even more interesting. The characters are good, they are believable and not all cookie cutter replications of each other. I enjoyed Casey as she learns more and more about they way things really are. It shows she can grow and adapt, which makes for a good main character. The story itself pulls you in and leaves you wanting more. The only downside for me is that considering this is a first book in a series, I felt a little thrown into the middle of something. It is mentioned a few times about things that have gone on previously and I felt a bit like I missed something.

That being said, this is still a very good venture into urban fantasy and if you are a fan of strong but real female main characters in an urban fantasy setting, I recommend this book.

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Red Riding Hood (Down the Rabbit Hole) Anthology – Review by Erin Wolf

Red Riding HoodRed Riding Hood by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give Red Riding Hood (Down the Rabbit Hole) Anthology, 5 stars.

This is a such a great anthology! Most of the authors were new to me, however I did recognize a few that I have read before. I was oh so pleasantly surprised that I enjoyed each and every one of them. Of course, I did have some that I like more than others, but that goes for any anthology really. Another huge plus, the variety. Even books in the same genre were different from each other. To me, that makes a fantastic book even better. The only thing each of them had in common was the theme.

The stories are well written and so entertaining — they are obviously written by some wonderful authors. If you like fairytales but want something more adult and different, I highly recommend this collection.

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Lisa: Coming Of Age (Book 1 of The Guardian Shifters) by KM Lowe – Review by Erin Wolf

Lisa: Coming Of Age (Guardian Shifters #1)Lisa: Coming Of Age by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Lisa: Coming Of Age (The Guardian Shifters Book 1) by K.M. Lowe, 4 stars.

This is a young adult paranormal romance where the main character has no idea she is anything other than human. I have to admit that I have read this type of story before. That being said, this is a wonderful addition to that genre. The characters are real and believable. I enjoyed every last one of them and cannot wait to see more of them in future books. The story itself is good too. It is fun and exciting — it pulls you into the story and you cannot wait to see what happens next.

The backbone of this story really are the well-done characters and if you are a fan of paranormal romance and/or urban fantasy, I highly recommend this book.

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The Flame and The Blade (Flame and Blade Series) by Meredith Hart – Review by Erin Wolf

The Flame and The Blade (Flame and Blade #1)The Flame and The Blade by Meredith Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give The Flame and The Blade by Meredith Hart, 5 stars.

I really enjoyed this fantasy/fantasy romance book. Both characters feel like failures, yet they must go on. Lyria picks herself back up from heartbreak, swallows her pride, and goes back to working with her family. This sends her on a mission to escort a noble through treacherous lands. She just wants to prove herself to her family. Little does she know just what she will encounter and just how much her way of thinking will be altered.

Vethe just feels useless so he seeks solace in the bottle — many bottles to be exact. His uncle comes to bring him back home so that they can send him on a mission to recover something said to be hidden. They hire the help of an escort, but little do they realize it will be a woman. He learns that maybe his life isn’t so hopeless after all.

The main part of the story is the journey and all that happens during this time. It is so well written, you feel like you are there. The characters are great too. They are not perfect, and they realize this. That makes them very relatable.

If you are a fan of fantasy with romance involved, I highly reccomend this book. I for one cannot wait to read the next book.

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Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set: (Books 1-2-3) Vigilante Justice Thriller Series by Mark Nolan – Review by Erin Wolf

Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set (Jake Wolfe #1-3)Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set: (Books 1-2-3) Vigilante Justice Thriller Series by Mark Nolan, 5 stars.

I previously read a later book in the series a while ago, and I did not remember just how good these books are. I was yet again blown away! Each and every book in this set is excellent and I literally could not put the books down. I had to stop myself between each book, just so I remember to do things like eat and sleep. Jake and Cody are such wonderful characters. Yes, Cody makes this series as excellent as it is. But Jake is also great. He is a real person, scarred and damaged from war, but he must help people in need. I love how Cody has a point of view, as well as the people in these books.

There is so much in each of these besides the unique story each book holds, you will go on a rollercoaster of emotions and you better keep some tissues handy. The progression as each book goes on is done well too. Each repeating character grows from book to book. Overall I find this a fantastic collection and recommend it to those who like a strong male character and his dog in wonderful thriller books.

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Call of the Alpha (Powder River Pack Book 2) by Brooke May – Review by Erin Wolf

Call of the Alpha (The Powder River Pack #2)Call of the Alpha by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Call of the Alpha (Powder River Pack Book 2) by Brooke May, 4 stars.

This is a well-written supernatural romance that’s fun to read. Having read book one, I was looking forward to reading this one. The main characters are so real — fun but they also have a serious side. Family is important to them both and that comes above all else. You really feel what each of these characters is feeling. Kylie does not want to believe it, but something tells her she should. Mason know right away but doesn’t want to scare her off. It’s intriguing to see just what dance they play towards love and where they will end up.

If you are a fan of supernatural romance, I recommend this book and series. By the way, this can be read as a standalone, but I do recommend book one for how well they are done.

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The Wicked Wolves of Windsor: and other fairytales by Byrd Nash – Review by Erin Wolf

The Wicked Wolves of Windsor: and other fairytalesThe Wicked Wolves of Windsor: and other fairytales by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give The Wicked Wolves of Windsor: and other fairytales by Byrd Nash, 5 stars.

This is a wonderful collection of fairytales for adults. Mind you, it isn’t x-rated or horribly violent, these stories are just written for the adults. They are really well written too. Each story is different but so enjoyable. I was pleasantly surprised that I enjoyed each and every one of the stories in this collection. This author really knows how to write short stories. Amusing, intriguing, and hard to put down, these stories pull you in and you can’t wait until you read the next one. Each one is a quick read, but you won’t be able to put it down. While I love them all, I think my favorite one is The Queen’s Favorite. I have never read anything like it before. This story, along with quite a few others in the book, I would love to see a full novel or series about. I want more.

If you enjoy supernatural fairytales, I highly recommend this book.

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Never Date a Siren (College Fae Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Erin Wolf

Never Date a SirenNever Date a Siren by Byrd Nash

I give Never Date a Siren: A College Fae magic series #1 by Byrd Nash, 5 stars!

This book was absolutely amazing! This is my favorite genre, but it went above and beyond what I was expecting. It is fun, exciting and suspenseful all wrapped into one. The characters have huge personalities and I can’t say I’ve read a book where the main character is a dryad. I like how the author incorporates creatures we do not normally see in supernatural books. Not only that, she quickly explains what they are to those who do not know. That earns bonus points in my book.

Then there’s the story itself. Again, very unique. It takes the woman scorned angle and spins it for a wild ride. A curse is placed on a human and Brigit is determined to break the curse. That is just the very start of it though, there is really so much more involved. Most of it takes place in college in an absolutely amazing little town, but that is not all. This adds to it even more. I cannot wait to read the next book!

If you like fun, quirky urban fantasy with a great story and amazing characters, this book is for you.

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Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Erin Wolf

Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3)Lillie by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3) by Mya O’Malley, 4 stars.
*This review may contain spoilers of previous books in series.*

Maggie is now married to the love of her life and adores her step daughter. She is happy in this house and home they have made together. But part of her misses her ghosts. Be careful what you wish for. Enter Lillie, a Holly’s new friend, and a little girl bent of making Lillie’s life a living hell. Why is she doing this? Can Maggie help and save the wonderful life she now has?

I’ve enjoyed this series and this book is a great addition to it. Maggie is yet again up against supernatural things that are out of her control. There are many surprises along the way to keep you guessing and you will not want to put the book down until you are finished. This book wraps up the series nicely, although I’m not completely sure I agree wholly with the way it’s wrapped up. That of course is just my opinion.

The characters are well written and the story is great from the very beginning. I highly recommend reading this book and this series to anyone who likes a good ghost story and a mystery or several to solve.

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Game of Fear – A gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist (Fearless Series) by Gledé Browne Kabongo – Review by Erin Wolf

Game of FearGame of Fear by Glede Browne Kabongo

I give Game of Fear – A gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist (Fearless Series) by Glede Brown Kabongo, 4 stars.

This is a psychological thriller book for the young adult crowd. The main character is a senior at a very elite high school and it is centered around her and her friends. This book is well written and the story has you on edge the entire time. Someone is out to make her life hell and they seem to stop at nothing. What I liked most about this book was that you do not see many books in this genre for this age group. That in itself was refreshing. Not to pull away from the book, I was never a rich college kid who had to think of her family being disgraced if she did something wrong, so I couldn’t completely relate to this fear and this side of the book. However, I can understand and have read about the hidden secret you never want exposed. The author makes this very clear.

The cast of characters is good too — pretty much what you would expect from an elite high school for rich teens. There is a mixture of people too, not just all one type of person. I also like how the author integrated many different races, making the book have a different feel to it.

If you like YA Thriller that keep you guessing until the end, this book is for you.

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BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan Book #3) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Erin Wolf

BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan, #3)BELOVED by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan Book #3) by Pamela DuMond, 5 stars.

I have been following this series from the beginning and I always forget just how good each book is. I love Evie. She is so different than anyone I have read before. The gift she has and the unique way she uses it is so refreshing. Too many romance books are too similar. But these books cannot stand on just that alone. Each character she deals with is different, and you see her grow in each book. This one is not one I was expecting at all. I could not put the book down, I wanted to see just what would happen next. The story is one of love, and love lost. Of course, there are steamy scenes in it to make it even more intriguing.

If you are a fan of Romance with a twist, this book (and series) is for you.

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Dagda’s Daughter (Raven and Hummingbird Book 2) by Nikki Broadwell – Review by Erin Wolf

Dagda's Daughter: Raven and Hummingbird Book 2Dagda’s Daughter: Raven and Hummingbird Book 2 by Nikki Broadwell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Dagda’s Daughter: Raven and Hummingbird Book 2 by Nikki Broadwell, 4 stars.

I really enjoy paranormal books about gods and goddesses and I was looking forward to what this book had to offer. It was so, so good. Katel is a wonderful main character. She has forgotten who and what she is, yet she still persists. There are other characters in here who are just as good. There is so much depth to all of the characters. I was thrown right into these worlds and was right there beside each character, rooting either for or against them. Some seem bad, but are really just misunderstood. While there is definitely a story and different worlds, this book is really all about the characters in the book and the author does a great job of focusing on them and pulling into their worlds.

If you are a fan or fiction about gods and goddesses, this book is definitely for you.

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Naomi (Maggie Trilogy Book 2) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Erin Wolf

NaomiNaomi by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give Naomi (Maggie Trilogy Book 2) by Mya O’Malley.
**This review may contain spoilers from book one in the series.**

I was so enthralled by the first book in this series and was anxiously awaiting what book two held for me. The author did not disappoint in the least. The people you loved and loved to hate are back and they make you feel like you are a part of their town. You can see the struggles they have faced, but are determined to put the past behind them. There are a couple new characters we meet too and I hope to see more of them.

The story alone is something in and of itself. There is another ghost involved, but this one is much more dangerous. The story is so enthralling as they not only work on getting rid of this viscous ghost, but solve the truth behind his death too. Besides the fact that I love these characters, the story itself was enough to make me unable to book the down. Not to mention it is different enough to not feel like you’re reading the same story over again. It really is a wonderful book.

I highly recommend this book series to those who like suspense stories surrounding ghosts.

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The Ash Park Series Boxed Set (Books 1-3) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Erin Wolf

The Ash Park Series Box Set (Books 1-3): Famished, Conviction, and RepressedThe Ash Park Series Box Set (Books 1-3): Famished, Conviction, and Repressed by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give The Ash Park Series Box Set (Books 1-3): Famished, Conviction, and Repressed by Meghan O’Flynn, 4 stars.

This set introduces us to a new dark Crime Suspense series. While they are all about Ash Park and involve the police department, each one has different main characters. This makes it interesting because we learn more about each one of these people. Some of them seem to be one thing, but there is so much more to them. It reminds you not to judge a book by the cover. The people are well done too. Each one is struggling with demons of the past, but they are all unique in their own way.

Then there are the stories themselves. Again, they revolve around the same community, and involve murders, but the motives and way of killing are different in each book. They are very dark and psychological, but interesting too. I wasn’t quite sure what was going on until the end. Some of them are a bit graphic and involve things that may be hard to stomach, so if you don’t like your criminal suspense to have a horror edge, this series may not be for you. However, if this is your style of reading, I highly recommend reading this series.

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Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Erin Wolf

Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6)Recall: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Recall: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 6) by Meghan O’Flynn, 4 stars.

This is a gripping cop suspense book where the police are trying to catch a killer before he kills again. It is quite graphic and dark, so if you do not like extreme detail about gory murders or delve into the darker side of things, this book may not be for you. But if you are okay with that, I definitely recommend this book. The detective has seen much and been through much in his long career. This makes him all the more interesting. I really like how the main character is older and seasoned, not new and fresh like too many main characters in books are. Personally I also enjoy his dark sense of humor. At the same time, so see just how big his heart is. And his partner compliments him so well.

The story itself is so interesting. This is the first book I have read in the series, so I am aware that I am missing out on some things, but the author does do a good of mentioning the things that have happened in the past. I cannot wait to go back to catch up. The story of them chasing after the bad guy with no idea who it could be is not a new one. But the author does this so well, it feels like something completely new to me. I could not put it down and I had no idea who the killer was until the end.

If you enjoy thriller suspense books where the detectives have to put the clues together to catch the killer, this book is for you.

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Somebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore – Review by Erin Wolf

Somebody in the NeighborhoodSomebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Somebody in the Neighborhood by Judy Moore, 4 stars.

I really enjoyed this book. I thought Dawn was a great main character and I understood her thoughts and needs perfectly. She needed to get away and start over, and her aunt’s house was the perfect place. The neighborhood had the type of people you would expect in a small town type atmosphere. While you don’t always agree with them, they do really exist. I liked how each person was different too, not just cookie cutter placements.

The whole book is shrouded in suspense as you try to figure out who is killing and why. There are things happening throughout the book to keep you involved too. The list of suspects is quite long, and so many people could be the suspect. I was pleasantly surprised by the actual killer, it wasn’t one of my top suspects.

This is a great whodunit suspense set in a small Florida cul-de-sac that offers an interesting story and unique characters. If this is your type of book, I highly recommend that you pick this book up.

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Amy’s Santa (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Erin Wolf

Amy's Santa (Satan's Devils MC Second Generation #1)Amy’s Santa by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Amy’s Santa: Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #1 by Manda Mellett, 4 stars.

If you have read the Satan’s Devils books, you will be familiar with Amy and Drew. While Amy has been away at college and then starting a career for herself, she had a dark tragedy happen that almost broke her. But she proves how strong she really is and is still going, with the help of a very good friend. Now it’s time to go back to her family for Christmas. But she doesn’t want her family to know. Then she sees Drew again and cannot seem to keep her eyes off him.

Drew has proven himself and with lots of hard work and dedication, excels in computer sciences and becomes the new president of the club. That is all he as thought about until now. But seeming Amy again, he thinks maybe it’s time to have a woman by his side. Yet she has come with another man. Not to mention the haunted look in her eyes. Can he win her away?

This book is quite a bit darker to me than the other Devil’s books. If you are sensitive to sexual violence, you may not want to read this. That having been said, it is such a good book and I could not put it down. We again meet the characters we have come to love to well. Besides the love and attraction between Drew and Amy, this book is about love and family, and what they will do for another of their own.

If you are a fan of hot MC romance, this book is for you.

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The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Erin Wolf

Magic-Price (The Crown of Stones, #1)Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider, 5 stars.

This book is absolutely amazing!!! It centers around Troy, an outcast who is looked down upon because of both who he is and what he has done. He feels extreme guilt for what he has done and vows never to use magic again — vowing it to be evil. You can really feel his internal pain and conflict. But he has to defend those he swore to protect. He cannot see it, but others see good in him. To see him learn, change and make decisions that can have dire consequences is so enthralling, I could not wait to see what he would choose to do next. He is so flawed, but somehow humble, but fighting the revenge he feels at the same time. He has help though. Along the way, he befriends those who become closer to him then he’s ever known.

Then there is the story itself. It is ever-evolving and although there seems to be one final goal, Troy takes one day a time, deciding as he goes along. There is much tragedy, but there is also passion, hope, and love. It is an epic adventure, travelling throughout the lands. As you would expect with any good epic fantasy, the author paints such a vivid picture of the landscape and the people we meet along the way. She puts you right there with Troy, going through all of the things he goes through.

I was enthralled by this book and highly recommend it to those you like epic fantasy adventures with strong characters and a wonderful story.

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A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Erin Wolf

A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3)A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen, 5 stars.

I have really enjoyed this series so far and was looking forward to this, the next book in the series. It fit in being that it I involved the same werewolf pack and had a boy meets girl romance, but it was so different as well. Having Shane forget everything but somehow remember Bekah was a great twist. They way it happened was quite different too. Both Bekah and Shane are real, wonderful characters, making you feel like you know them. Not to mention the story itself. Not only is there the romance that you want to happen, there is something evil seemingly after them. This makes it much more than a paranormal romance novel in my opinion. This is not a very long read, so if you are like me and can’t put it down, you can finish it fairly quickly.

If you are a fan of shorter paranormal romance with good characters and an interesting story, this book is for you.

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Burning Greed (DI Tanya Miller Investigates Book 2) by Diane M Dickson – Review by Erin Wolf

Burning Greed (DI Tanya Miller investigates Book 2)Burning Greed by Diane M. Dickson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

BURNING GREED: a gripping murder mystery, full of suspense (DI Tanya Miller investigates Book 2) by Diane M. Dickson, 5 stars.

This is a very good suspense/murder mystery story. Tanya and her team of investigators must solve the case of a body found in a burned out building. At the same time, Tanya’s niece goes missing. While her focus is on the murder victim, she finally decides to go look into her niece’s disappearance. The multiple things happening between the two cases means there is never a dull moment. On top of that, there is Tanya herself. She feels she needs to prove herself in her job, and struggles with the family she has left.

The characters are written very well, they seem like real people. While some of them annoy me more than others, I believe this was done on purpose. There is room for them to grow and I cannot wait to see their progression in future books. The story has so much going on, you will not be bored for an instant. You will be left somewhat happens next until the end.

If you are a fan of suspense or murder mysteries where the police try to solve what is going on, then this book is for you.

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Naughty & Nice (Spicetopia #4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Erin Wolf

Naughty & NiceNaughty & Nice by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give Naughty & Nice (Spicetopia Book 4) by Phoebe Alexander, 5 stars.

This is the latest in a great series, and the author has hit it out of the park yet again! Each couple has been different in each book, but I was never expecting Micah!!! That made it even better. Natalie and Micah are exceptional and the characters you loved from previous books are back too! You don’t have to read the previous books first, but I highly recommend it since they are each so good and you will learn the whole story. That being said, I love how the author has yet again added in the bullet points in the story leading up to this book. It’s a nice reminder for those forgetful like myself or those new to the series.

The story itself is so fun. Besides the attraction between the two main characters, there is also a wedding about to happen and chaos that ensues from that. There are so many feelings in this book.

For those who like their romance hot, heavy, and a little different, this book is for you. It relvoves among an adult amusement park, need I say more?

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Misplaced (Joined Book Two) by Mara Gan – Review by Erin Wolf

Misplaced: Joined: Book TwoMisplaced: Joined: Book Two by Mara Gan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Misplaced: Joined: Book Two by Mara Gan, 4 stars.

This was such a good book! It starts out with Meda waking up on a beach, with no recollection who she is or why she is there. She only remembers her name. But it is quickly evident that she is not like the others here.

The character building in this book is fantastic. Meda, along with her friends, are such good characters. Each one is unique, but they strive to help people as best they can. They aren’t perfect, but they try to be the best they can.

The story itself is also wonderful. I was drawn into the story immediately and did not want to stop reading. The author keeps you turning pages until the end — even then you want more!

This is fantasy/science fiction at it’s best. There is love, there is action, but there so much more too. If you are a fan of great fantasy/science fiction, I highly recommend this book.

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Love in the Lowcountry (A Winter Holiday Collection Book 1) Featuring Poinsettias for Carly by Michele Sims – Review by Erin Wolf

Love in the Lowcountry: A Winter Holiday CollectionLove in the Lowcountry: A Winter Holiday Collection by Savannah J. Frierson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Love in the Lowcountry (A Winter Holiday Collection Book 1), 4 stars.

This is a great collection of Christmas romance stories. What makes it stand out is that there are multiple subgenres of romance, such as contemporary romance and paranormal romance. This makes it even more interesting in my opinion, you never what what you’re going to get next.

While there are many good stories in here, I want to focus on Poinsettias for Carly by Michele Sims. It takes two main characters who were really close when they were young, but tragedy separated them. Now she can’t stand him, especially after this latest move. But he seems to want to forgive and forget. Is she willing?

Not a very long story, the author is able to tell us so much about these characters’ pasts while explaining what is happening in the current day too. This felt like a complete story to me and while I would love to read more about these people, I did not like I was left hanging. The author is a great storyteller and it really comes across in the story.

If you like variety in your romance short stories, this is the perfect anthology for your holiday season.

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Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Erin Wolf

Vampire StateVampire State by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides, 4 stars.

This is quite an interesting and unique book. Sure, there have been many books about vampires. We have even read the human must decide between the vampire or the human. But this book throws in something I have never seen before — politics. Rowena is thrust into a world of Pales living richly and the humans living in squalor. She can no longer stand by and watch, she must help. In order to succeed, she must play the game of politics. While this has been done to some extent before, I can’t say I’ve seen it like this.

Then there’s Rowena herself. Not annoying in the least (as some young adult leads can be), you root for her all the way. Then there are the other characters, her family and the ones who try to help and harm her. All are completely different and add to the story. You will not love everyone, but that is the point. We also can’t forget the story itself. Yes, politics plays heavily in this story, but it is not over your head or all dry talk. The author makes it interesting and easy to understand while entertaining you at the same time.

A story of survival, making things better, politics and love with a supernatural twist, this book is so different and the story is done so well, I highly recommend it.

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Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane, K.L. Montgomery, Harlow Layne, Amanda Siegrist, A.K. MacBride, Jody Kaye, Syd Ryan, Alyne Hart, Kelsey Cheyenne, Larissa Gail – Review by Erin Wolf

Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First RespondersRisking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders by Kara Liane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Risking Everything: A Steamy Anthology of First Responders, 4 stars.

This is a great anthology, but I would like to focus on Reconstructed Heart by K.L. Montgomery. The story is very unique, not something I imagined when I started it. It shocks you right away, and then throws the main characters for a loop. Trey is devastated by what he finds out when he responds to a call, and he doesn’t know how to fix it. He also has feelings for a fellow cop, but they feel so wrong given the circumstances. Not to mention he doesn’t feel worthy of her. The struggle for him is quite clear. But Jenna does not give up. She sees something in him. This is a very emotional story, have some tissues on hand just in case. I don’t know how the author wrote this without tears in her eyes. But at the same time, you feel attraction between these two, and a pull that’s more than just sex. For a shorter story, it really is complex.

But this is just one amazing story from this book. If you enjoy your romances on the hot side, and like to read about first responders, this book is definitely for you.

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Fire & Ice (Spicetopia #3) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Erin Wolf

Fire & Ice (Spicetopia #3)Fire & Ice by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give Fire & Ice (Spicetopia Book 3) by Phoebe Alexander, 5 stars.

I have read all the books in the series, and this book exceeded my expectations for this, the next book. First, the main characters are wonderful. Neve, the man whose heart has hardened from precious experiences, vows never to love again. But he seems unable to resist the pull towards this woman who has been driving him crazy — and not in a good way. Then there is Enya, a very outspoken woman who has led a fairly boring life when it has come to men. But Neve shows her things wild and extremely enticing. And just may have taken her heart too.

Besides the attraction between Neve and Enya, there is also the mystery surrounding the adult amusement park they both work at, Spicetopia. If you have been reading the previous books (not necessary, but I highly recommend it), you will know how hard everyone has worked to make this park a reality. But someone seems to be sabotaging everything they have worked for. And Neve and Enya just may be caught in the middle. This storyline made the book so much better. Yes, the romance is great in itself, but the suspense pushed it right over the edge to spectacular.

This author has such a wonderful way with words and weaves a take of sex, romance, suspense and even some sadness, while creating such memorable characters in the process. Not a very long book, I finished it in one sitting. A book definitely meant for adults only, this is not a book for those who do not like to read about BDSM and such things. If this does not bother you, I highly recommend this book.

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Ricochet by Kathryn Berla – Review by Erin Wolf

RicochetRicochet by Kathryn Berla
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give Ricochet by Kathryn Berla, 5 stars.

I didn’t know what to expect with this book. It was a little confusing at first with the four characters with similar names, but I quickly caught on where it was going and was pleasantly surprised. The premise of the book is like nothing I have ever read, having 4 different versions of the same character in parallel universes. But each one is unique in their own way, but there are similarities too. I really enjoyed comparing them and also seeing who has what in common. The author essentially made 4 main characters, each with their own world and secondary characters. In my opinion, she did a wonderful job of this, it could have easily gotten confusing. I really would love to learn more of each of the versions, they were great. And it was hard to pick a favorite, I liked them all for different reasons.

But there’s more than just the girls. In their own way, each one discovers more about their family. Some knew parts, others knew nothing. Their search leads them into trouble though. This is a YA scifi book, but it’s so much more too. It’s about discovering who you are and what you will do, the importance of loved ones, and finding the perfect balance. There is love, suspense, action, and some parts that will make you quite sad.

Overall, this is a well-rounded book and I highly recommend it.

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Stalking the Stalker (Valley View Mysteries Book 2) by Laura Hawks – Review by Erin Wolf

Stalking the StalkerStalking the Stalker by Laura Hawks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I give Stalking the Stalker (Valley View Mysteries Book 2) by Laura Hawks, 5 stars.

This is a great mystery whodunit that caught me by surprise in the beginning and kept surprising me the whole way through. First off, it leads with the death first. I love this concept. The author does not draw things out, making us wait. Boom, murder first. Then we go back in time leading up to the murder, then finally afterwards and the investigation. If have read mysteries like this before, some of them where not nearly as clean as this one. But the author does this so well. The victim herself wasn’t really innocent and became someone most people couldn’t even imagine. Now it comes to the suspects. The more Detective Mitchell looks into it, the higher the suspect list becomes.

A whodunnit at heart, there is also possible love blossoming along the way to make this even more intriguing. The people are great too, every one different, and many have motives. I didn’t guess who it was until the end. This is also the type of book that makes you feel torn about the victim. Yes, she was murdered, but she was doing some pretty crazy things. But was she really crazy or did something drive her to it? I believe you could sit down and argue about her for a long time. Which again, make this book all the better.

A shorter read, I finished this book in one night. If you are a fan of whodunit mysteries, this book is definitely for you. I cannot wait to read the next one.

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Hope (Feisty Lawyers Series Book 4) by Seelie Kay – Review by Erin Wolf

Hope (Feisty Lawyers Book 4)Hope by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Hope (Feisty Lawyers Book 4) by Seelie Kay, 4 stars.

If you have read the previous books, you have met a younger Hope. I really like the progression of this character. She is a bit overconfident, but not a snob about it. She just hates to fail. The other characters in this series are back too, and they are just as great as you expect. The are real people, not just background placement.

The story is wonderful too. While we have have read about the different relationships and people of this secret group (if you have been following the series), the author yet again makes this one different from the others, showing us Hope in training and putting her in a situation different than we’ve seen before. There is much going on here for a shorter book, you will not be able to put it down.

The fourth book in the series, it can be read as a standalone, but you will experience more if you read them all. This book has it all — sex, action, humor, the importance of family, and the adage to save those needing saving.

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Draigon Weather (The Legacies of Arnan Book 1) by Paige L. Christie – Review by Erin Wolf

Draigon Weather (The Legacies of Arnan, #1)Draigon Weather by Paige L. Christie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I give Draigon Weather (The Legacies of Arnan Book 1) by Paige L. Christie, 4 stars.

This a fantasy story focusing around Cleod and Leiel. It starts out in Cleod’s life in his present day, but goes back and forth to their childhoods, starting around the time they first met. It slowly shows in great detail how each one of them grows and the paths they chose throughout their lives. There are many hardships and sad times, they become people they never imagined. The story is very moving. You feel Cleod’s determination to keep his promise while is young, and his guilt as an older adult. Leiel’s story is heartwrenching. The ones who are supposed to love her instead hate her. She could give up and let it break her, but instead she hides her time. Then things become clear that she never imagined.

The places and events are described so well, you feel like you are part of the story. While I have read stories involving dragons, I have not read one quite like this. The concept is unique and interesting, another reason I could not put the book down.

If you enjoy fantasy stories showcasing two people who strive to do one thing, but end up destined for something else, this book is for you.

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