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Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4) by Nikki Lynn Barrett-Review by Elena Tobar

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection, #4)Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book blew me away because it’s just that amazing. I got pulled in right from the very first page. It was great seeing characters from previous books in this series pop up too. Hope is in such a terrifying situation and Russ is the first real connection she’s had in such a long time that she really wants and enjoys. He isn’t just work for her and he feels that special connection that he was craving in his loneliness too. There is so much danger and action in this book that I was on the edge of my seat the whole time waiting to see what would happen next. The budding romance between Russ and Hope absolutely made me swoon and the ending was so beautiful. This is one book that you definitely won’t want to miss.

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So Right (Love Grows Series Book 5) by Renee Regent- Review by Lauren West

So Right: A Fake Fiancee Reverse Age Gap Romance (Love Grows Series Book 5)So Right: A Fake Fiancee Reverse Age Gap Romance by Renee Regent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Age gap is truly one of my favorite tropes. There is something sexy yet sweet about the process of people with years between them taking that leap. This is book 5 in the series and my first read by this Author. This was a great story, and the characters were relatable and likeable.
Amara and Petro were great together. The chemistry and feelings were there but they had meet in the middle finding where their love came in. Amara was concerned with Petro being younger than her, and Petro was worried that Amara would never be with a man like him. They were 2 loyal, successful, and career driven individuals. Each with a past, but also each wanting love. This was a great read and I enjoyed watching their love story unfold.

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Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Angela Hayes

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection, #4)Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

Lingering Spirits is the fourth book in the Soul Connection Series by Nikki Lynn Barrett. As I have mentioned before, I have read all the previous books in the series and loved everyone. So, I was quite excited to dive into this fourth captivating instalment.
Having met Russ previously, I was quite intrigued to read his story, and as expected, Nikki Lynn Barrett kept me engrossed the whole way through. It did have a few unexpected elements, which gave the story a little extra intrigue and interest. I loved the telepathy element of the story too- that was really well done, and very believable. I loved Russ, and Hope is a really wonderful character too.
I can’t wait to see where the series goes from here.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Nikki Lynn Barrett!

 

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Bella: An Appalachian Love Story & Jagged Dawn: Logan’s Beginnings (Logan McKenna Series) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Angela Hayes

Bella-An Appalachian Love Story & Jagged Dawn-Logan's BeginningsBella-An Appalachian Love Story & Jagged Dawn-Logan’s Beginnings by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Bella-An Appalachian Love Story & Jagged Dawn-Logan’s Beginnings are the two prequels in the Logan McKenna Mystery series by Valerie Davisson. Even though these tow books are part of the Logan McKenna Mystery series, they are quite different from the mysteries I was expecting. They are more like women’s fiction with a strong emotional component. This is two stories in one. The first, Bella, takes us way back in time (50+ years) and introduces us to Norah, who is Logan’s great-grandmother; and how she meets Giovanni, the Italian immigrant who hand crafts a beautiful violin, Bella, which goes on to become the family heirloom. A sweet and interesting story.
The second story Jagged Dawn comes forward in time to Logan, but set before Shattered (Book One in the series). Again, this story is more of a women’s fiction- with emotion and drama. It follows Logan through the loss of her husband and into an unknown future, following as Logan picks up the pieces to find a way to move on. Another interesting story that gives us a little more insight into Logan’s character, as well as her background story to the series.

Thank you, Valerie Davisson!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Seven Strengths: A Tale from Turaset (The Industrial Age) by P.L. Tavormina – Review by Jo Frizzell

Seven Strengths: A Tale from TurasetSeven Strengths: A Tale from Turaset by P.L. Tavormina
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was excellent! I really enjoyed the different take on a different time and place. The intentionality with which the author built the world, creating and building different types of places and biases is absolutely amazing. It mirrors our world, showcasing the differences between the citizens. However, even with the differences between them and us, the characters are still relatable, making me want to know them more.

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The Worry Knot by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

The Worry KnotThe Worry Knot by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow….this book just totally took me by surprise…and in a very good way. While this book may be geared more toward teenagers…..I really truly believe this book is also a great story for adults alike.

I know I can totally relate to Roarke….he truly has this worry knot…and I know I can truly relate as I am the same way even to this day. While Roarke is trying to have a great 7th grade year he also tends to his brother, Carson. With crazy neighbors, middle school antics, girl crushing on Grace and a crazy family….you begin to know how truly Roarke is trying to balance and not worry….The more you dive deep into this book you will understand (as I will not give out spoilers).

I can say is please please please read this book…..teenagers to adult..a few topics are deep….. this book did tug at my heartstrings more than once. Great Read 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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So Right (Love Grows Series Book 5) by Renee Regent – Review by Angela Packard

So Right (Love Grows, Book 5)So Right by Renee Regent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fifth book in the Love Grows series, it can be read as a stand alone story. Petro and Amara are asked by their boss to look into a property that is an opportunity for the business in the wedding industry. Can they pretend to be engaged? Amara wants nothing to do with this plan. Petro has a secret crush on Amara, can they sacrifice and jump hurdles to be together?
An age gap story that had me invested from the first page. An amazing author that draws me in and makes me fall in love with the characters.

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The Billionaire’s Slave by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Ashley Lape

The Billionaire's Slave by Stacy-DeanneThe Billionaire’s Slave by Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I read the preface and looked at the cover of the book I knew that this would not be a category I am typically drawn to other than the romance part. Historical Fiction is one I tend to stay clear of because I love history and need the facts to be facts BUT I am very glad I took the chance and read this book. The author gave the book a great balance of both history and fiction.
Penny was bought to keep only child Rose company while growing up. Penny was still a slave and did have responsibilities but she was Rose’s best friend first. When Mr. Conrad needs to repay the loan Mr. Falcon lent him there is no way he will have the full amount in time, so Mr. Conrad begs him that he can take anything he sees on his plantation that he wants. Never did Mr. Conrad think that the only way the loan would be repaid would leave his daughter hating him for the rest of her life.
When Penny first lays eyes on Leon Falcon she was smitten. However, it would never be more than a slave/Master relationship due to the current treatment of slaves in the south in 1864. But Penny sure could fantasize.
I love the way the author took the time to develop the story between Leon and Penny. It might have been the fiction part of the story but it was still a great mix of historical fiction. Most definitely worth the read!!

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Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young – Review by Stephanie Seeber

Divine VintageDivine Vintage by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Divine Vintage has a little bit of everything wrapped into one. There is a love story and a mystery taking place in this interesting story. A vintage store owner, Tess, finds herself drawn to Trey after having visions of an event from a century before that were ignited by touching the vintage clothing of Treys family. A murder suicide was the official story, but is that really what happened? They dive into these visions together to find out what actually happened all those years ago. This story is different from anything I have read and I would recommend to any who love a good mystery!

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Helm of Awe (Anchoress Series Book 3) by D.L. Armillei – Review by Katrina Evanochko

Helm of Awe (Anchoress Series #3)Helm of Awe by D.L. Armillei
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another Alignment is here, and it is Van’s senior year Jaychund Games… which don’t go well. Van learned last year that she must accept her emotions, she cannot have a heart of stone. She seems to have swung a little too far in the opposite direction and is feeling ALL the things, about many different subjects. Van continues to struggle with the fact she cannot date Brux, even though she has developed feelings for Ferox. As always, there is a lot of danger, drama, and angst as Van and her team try to complete the next mission they are sent. There is also a character that I was surprised to see!

Each book in this series gets better and I am sad I now have to wait for the next book to be released.

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Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Krystal Gregory

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection, #4)Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4)
By Nikki Barrett 4 out of 5 Stars

There are so many ways to describe this book. Lingering Spirits is book 4 in the Soul Connection Series. Please go read books 1-3 in book order, you will not regret it at all. Nikki’s stories transcend the normal of human romance and expectation. The first connection of Russ and Hope had me catching my breath and the continuous back and forth between the two kept me going from page to page. Lovers of the Paranormal, Ghost stories, Paranormal romance, and Romance, in general, will love this book, 4 out of 5 stars.

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Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Stephanie nicole

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection, #4)Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yet again another amazing book by our favorite author. While this is the fourth installment in the series, it could be read as a standalone. However, I personally recommend that you read the entire series because the characters are amazing, the plot is fantastic, and the author knows just how to keep you interested enough to keep furiously flipping through the pages. Her writing style though is so unique and beautiful that I have fallen in love with ever book of hers that I have read. So if your looking for a good book this weekend I highly recommend this one.

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Doctor D’s Orderly Affair (Doctors of Eastport General) by C.A. King – Review by Crystal Jimenez

Doctor D's Orderly AffairDoctor D’s Orderly Affair by C.A. King

This short novella was a hot steamy read. This is my first read from this author, and I quite enjoyed the book. I loved the chemistry between Dr. D & Emily, it kind of had me wanting more. I personally would have liked more spicey scenes, but to each there own. The ending was a little rushed for me, but all in all I really like the book.

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Plague of Death (Anchoress Series Book 2) by D.L. Armillei – Review by Vanessa Watts

Plague of Death (Anchoress, #2)Plague of Death by D.L. Armillei
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This second book picks up a year later as Van is training to use her light to protect the world. It starts with a brush by her greatest fear: the quasher, the dark to her light, that lives in the shadows. She trains herself and her team hard, and hardens her inside to be the best warrior for her people.

Unfortunately this summer sees her on a new adventure filled with even more risk since her powers are awakening and the enemy tribe have outlawed her traveling through the other world. With a new team along for the ride Vanessa must try to stop a mysterious illness that is turning terrigens into demons. Along this trip they run into long though lost friends and foes that may be allies in disguise if they can move past trusting each other. New tasks and trials for the anchoress to face to determine if she is worthy to possess other elemental items will lead to more death and self discovery. The anchoress must face the darkness within herself and open herself to feelings that she has suppressed for far too long. Can she trust her team and a prince to keep his word and finish the mission? This is definitely another journey that you should take with Van and her team, filled with battles and tribulations and new characters you;ll either love or hate. Either way the only regret you’ll have is if you don’t pick up and read this book, it is that good!

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Helm of Awe (Anchoress Series Book 3) by D.L. Armillei – Review by Vanessa Watts

Helm of Awe: Anchoress Series Book ThreeHelm of Awe: Anchoress Series Book Three by D L Armillei
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had high hopes for this third book after devouring the first two in one sitting and Ms. Armillei did not disappoint. We start back out with the Jaychund games which should be a slam dunk thanks in part to Vanessa being the anchoress. Yet when an outside player enters the games everything is up in the air, leaving her to guess what scheme is in play.

Vanessa along with her team is sent on another mission for the elders, but this time she needs to check the third seal to verify for sure it is not cracked. With her powers on the fritz and deep in enemy territory she breaks a Balish rule and is thrust into their own games. With old enemies that are still alive, a virus turning people into demons, a cloaked assassin, and a royal prince she hasn’t heard from in ages, Vanessa learns more about herself and suddenly the reason for this mission is uncertain. Can Vanessa get her anchoress powers under control in time to ensure herself and her team make it out of this mission alive? Is she any closer to finding out who the spy might be in her own tribe? Romance, battle, and games that are reminiscent of the hunger games, what more could you want in a fantasy book!

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Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Rosanna Ingram

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection, #4)Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hope has a telepathic gift. She connects with people who need her help. Once situation is resolved, she disconnects. However, her newest link is different The first is that she can hear everything going on around him…not just his thoughts. The second is that she can see the world through his eyes…which is a first for her.

Russ is hearing a woman’s voice in his head…and he’s not sure if he’s going crazy or if it’s his conscience. When she informs him that there is a reason for their connection, but she doesn’t know what it is, he is eager for her to just disappear. However, as time passes, they start to form a bond. And, when they figure out their connection, he is willing to do whatever he can to help so he can meet this woman that he can’t get out of his head (literally…she’s always there!).

Once the reasoning for their connection comes to light, the story really takes off and never stops until the end. Secrets becomes truths and it is a doozy! I enjoyed Hope and Russ’ characters. I also enjoyed seeing characters from previous books and the roles that they played. When I got to the last page, I kept hoping there was more because I was so invested in these characters. Another great story in the series!!

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Shock of Fate (Anchoress Series Book 1) by D.L. Armillei – Review by Vanessa Watts

Shock of Fate (Anchoress #1)Shock of Fate by D.L. Armillei
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book starts our journey with the anchoress and eventually discovery of herself and why she was created. I had a hard time putting this book down from the description of the characters to the scenery and the plot. It hooked me from line one.

We start off meeting Vanessa as she is struggling with who she is as a 15 year old girl in a wealthy family but not knowing her own path. She faces the typical bullies in school and yet favoritism by elders on the island. When all of a sudden her world is upended by the disappearance of her father, the elder’s belief that he is a traitor, and new information about why Vanessa attends certain special classes on the reservation. Vanessa is then selected to partake in a project, read mission, that she refuses to go on without her best friend Paley. Through breaking rules Vanessa manages to get Paley to the alternate world where they are discovered by the elder and sent on a mission that will forever change the course of Vanessa’s life. This journey is fraught with danger, unknown enemies and self discoveries. Can Vanessa uncover her ture mission or is she doomed to risk her friend’s life in an escapade that ends in failure? This is one journey you must take after all not everything is what it seems!

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Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young – Review by Michelle Collier

Divine VintageDivine Vintage by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the descriptions of the clothes throughout. I could picture everything so vividly. The characters drew me into this world of mystery, visions, and love. The story kept me engrossed. Great debut novel!

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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

Depending On YouDepending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cate Silver is taking care of her sick father and childish adult sister. It has been 20 years since she committed the crime of killing a man and the case was closed due to lack of evidence, but the case has been reopened. Even though her friend Patti Thomas is living several hundred miles away she needs her. Patti is living in what seems to be a loveless marriage and feels as though her children hate her. When Cate shows up she doesn’t hesitate to drop everything and go back to the town she grew up in. Cate is feeling the pressure to come clean about what happened all those years ago, but Patti doesn’t think anything will come of the new investigation. Will Cate wind up turning herself in to the police and telling the truth? Will the new evidence being unearthed send Cate to prison or will she and Patti be taking their secrets to their graves?

I have read several books by this author and enjoyed them all. If you like paranormal mysteries, thrillers, or crime I highly suggest giving this author a try.

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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Kayla Kearney

Depending On YouDepending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book had me hooked from the very beginning! Cate killed a man twenty years ago and as the case reopens, she knows that she needs her best friend, Patti, back in her life. They haven’t seen each other in five years though, and as much as this book is about Cate trying to remain a free woman, it’s just as much about the friendship that stands to fall apart if they don’t work together.This is my first book by the author, I really enjoyed her unique writing style and her way of making the writer really understand what the characters are going through in the book. It always makes me happy when I can pick up a book and finish it in that same setting, and that is exactly what happened with this one! The author truly has a talent of keeping the writing hooked, whether it be revealing something at the end of the chapter that makes it impossible to put down or the heart-wrenching moments throughout the book. She also did a wonderful job of developing the story throughout the book, making it harder and harder to put it down. Can’t wait to read more by her!

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Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection Book 4) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Felicia Bates

Lingering Spirits (Soul Connection, #4)Lingering Spirits by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lingering Spirits is the fourth book in the Soul Connection series and in my opinion it’s a 4 star story worth reading. When I picked up this book, I was certain I had read the three books prior to it but it turns out I was mistaken. I only realized I missed a book prior to this when I was having trouble visualizing some of the secondary characters and had this sinking feeling I was missing something. It is worth saying that this in no way ruined the storyline for me and I feel a reader would love this story even without prior knowledge of the series. For me, characters were so familiar but just wouldn’t click. I was drawn to this book in particular because of Russ and Hope’s connection. I think this would be a connection intriguing to just about anyone. Overall, I really love the paranormal aspects of this book and the characters. I feel like everyone in the book has great chemistry and it is fun to see how everyone’s lives intertwine. I definitely look forward to more in this genre-especially from this author, in the near future.

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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Jessica Heatherly

Depending On YouDepending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cate and Patti have a friendship that is very close and even though they no longer live in the same city, they would do anything for each other. 20 years ago, Cate killed someone and the only person who knew was Patti. At the end of that fateful summer, Patti left the state and didn’t look back. Now that the case is reopened and Cate is feeling pressure to tell the truth, Patti comes back home to help her friend.
The author does a fantastic job keeping the suspense high while weaving the past and present together. This book was easy to fly through because I was completely engrossed in the story and friendship of these two women. It is definitely one I will recommend to my bookish friends!

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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Sarah Devereaux

Depending On YouDepending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was not my first time reading this author, and just like last time, it definitely will not be my last!
I did not want to put this book down, of course, this resulted in my reading it very fast and now causing me a book hangover!
The characters, the story, everything about this book grabbed me from the beginning. I could relate to this book on so many different levels and that is what I love about this author! The fact that I too have a lifelong friend whom I have had ups and downs with helped me understand the story that much more and this author writes relatable stories that get you in all the feels and keep you wanting more which is exactly what this book did.
As always I cannot wait to read what comes next from this author because I know I will not be disappointed!

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Divine Vintage by Sandra L. Young – Review by Alison Risher

Divine VintageDivine Vintage by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great story! I love the characters, and the story within a story. A hundred-year mistaken belief becomes corrected. Characters take chances on new business ventures, as well as on love. Estranged family members overcome differences and reunite.

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Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3) by James Talisman – Review by Jade Thomson

Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through Book 3)Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

God. What another great hit!

I have always been blown away by the covers on his books and this cover is beautiful. The artwork is gorgeous, the colors, the way everything flows. I’m definitely a “judge a book by its cover girl” and I just couldn’t resist!

I love how descriptive he is, and the hard work and passion he put into this series really comes through. This is another incredible journey that the author took us on, with familiar faces and some interesting new ones. I’m a huge fan of multiverses and reading about different kinds of peoples and cultures- and this really did it for me. I’m so hopeful there will be another one so I can enjoy more of this authors work!

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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Amanda Williams

Depending On YouDepending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The author’s passion for writing definitely shines through with this book. Full of trials and tribulations for the characters but this book also had a load of heart. I liked the fact that the characters were really strong and well developed. Too many times I read books that have weak characters in them. This was like a breath of fresh air.

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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Crystal Jimmo

Depending On YouDepending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Caty and Patti having been friends since they were seven years old have drifted apart after high school. But When Caty needs Patti, she comes running back like nothing has changed between them. They have kept a really big secret between the both of them. This secret is threatening to come out after 20 years. Do they keep it or tell the truth? This book is my first by this author. It is extremely well written and fast paced. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat and reading into the wee hours of the night. It sucked me and I just had to keep reading more. “Just one more chapter” was not an option with this book. I enjoyed reading and look forward to reading the authors other books!

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Depending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Depending On YouDepending On You by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this gripping novel and was hooked from start to finish. One night twenty years ago changed everything for best friends Cate and Patti. Cate Silver has had to live with the fact that she killed a man, whilst Patti Thomas had the guilt of leaving her friend and not looking back. Until the case was reopened, Cate thought she had gotten away with it but now she fears she could loose everything. Cate believes that ‘trading her freedom for the truth’ is her only option, and Patti who now has a family of her own and who had moved away, knows she has to return to help her old friend.
Together the friends have to decide whether to reopen old wounds of that night or to keep them secret, especially as new evidence comes to light which could destroy their lifetime of friendship. This novel kept me reading well into the night as I just could not put this book down. The storyline and the characters came to life through the narrative and I felt engaged with both Cate and Patti, and the strength of their friendship really came across in the writing. The plot twists and turns kept me guessing as to the ending and the book was full of suspense. A captivating and engaging read which I definitely recommend.

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The Worry Knot by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Beverly Finnie

The Worry KnotThe Worry Knot by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It was different. The Worry Knot was not what I was expecting. Rourke, our main focus in the story suffers anxiety, more than a 12 year old should ever have too. Unfortunately nobody notices because everyone focuses on his older brother on the spectrum.
I feel for the kid, suffering from severe anxiety is no joke. To do it at that age I can’t imagine. The author made it real, made me feel what Rourke was feeling.
For once I’m glad someone on the spectrum wasn’t commercialized. Carson, though high functioning, has autism and that can be a lot for anyone to handle. Which is where Rourke’s anxiety comes from. Caring for a brother who is 2 years his senior who you don’t know what they will do. That’s too much for a child. Let alone to have parents just gliding through saying “It’s fine.”
This novel may be about children but there are some dark undertones, so be mindful don’t let it trigger you.
The author made me feel, I was invested. If you like books that do that very thing, it’s worth a peak! You won’t be disappointed.

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Lost Soul (War of Destiny Book 1) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Kerry Baker

Lost Soul (War of Destiny # 1)Lost Soul by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When reading the description I didn’t quite picture how this story was going to develop at all. It is such a refreshing take on the usual vampire trope. I engaged with the story so easily and really found it to be well written. This is the first book that I have read by this author and k enjoyed the writing style. It draws you in as a reader and keeps your attention easily. This is a Great book and I would fully recommend it to fans of this genre.

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