Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love the cover in this book it’s very clear. Both if the main character is this book are relatable and you can envasvaionn there regency romance. Charmine and Kosta are going through a tough time. The plot works and you can tell it was well though out. Many twist and turns it’s a great read.
The Worry Knot by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a great story that I enjoyed from beginning to end. This is a young adult story that shows a typical young adult life struggles. Rourke is just starting the seventh grade. Not only that but he also has a crush on a girl and a brother that is unpredictable. What will happen when life steps in and tragedy strikes? I enjoyed the characters and what they brought to the story. They are connectable and made the story easy to read. An engaging story that is entertaining and just a great story. Any young adult would enjoy this book. I highly recommend this book.
Review by @bjwagner
Road Rage by Karina Kantas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites by her yet. This is a MC romance story that has a little bit of everything in it. A story that pulled me in from the beginning. This is a well written story about Gem. She has a past she is trying to move on from until she meets Rage and that life seems to be pulling her back in. They are strong characters with great chemistry and great growth throughout the story. There are some twists and turns that you are not going to want to miss. This is a story that is full of action, romance, and was just hard to put down. A well rounded story that will pull you into the characters lives and make you want to know what happens next. I really enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it.
Review by @bjwagner
The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Arabella is back in book two of this series. She is being sworn into the witch sisterhood and there are more adventures ahead. Secrets are coming out. Sisters are having break downs. Mom has issues. You really should read this installment: relatable characters with lots of quirks; plot twists abound; and a pretty quick read that will make you smile. Oh and I can’t wait for book 3. Love her cliffhangers. Recommend you push the one-click and give this one a read.
The Clockwork Witch by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was an interesting book. Kick-ass women, like Arabella, in the form of witches in a power struggle over who gets to be in the society of witches. If you’re not, you are dead, that is all. Now, I can’t tell you much, you’re going to have to read it. The characters are very relatable. Many sisters to annoy you, who can’t relate? An older brother to help keep an eye on things. The plot has a couple of choppy spots. It’s a quick weekend read that will make you smile and maybe even giggle. I recommend this.
Unlock the Angel by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is written really well and the romance jumps off the page. This is a very fast paced book which is great and by each chapter goes by strength by strength. I loved the ascpet of the human and Angel romance it fevered in most cases and makes me feel kiddy. It was quick read and came to a quick ending.
Unlock the Angel by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Good start to a new series & new author for me! I like the authors writing style & attention to detail. This was a Paranormal romance that had Angels & Humans together! The main characters were awesome & definitely made this story that much better! I really liked this story & I am looking forward to reading more by this author!
Happy Reading!
Unlock the Angel: A Paranormal Romance by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in this series and is a paranormal romance. This tale is different and unique and has suspense and drama, danger, and romance. It is well-crafted and the world the author has created is magical. It is engaging and entertaining with beautiful characters that have dimension. I was drawn to them. Their connection is something to believe in. This is one of those stories that tend to stay in your mind long after you have finished it. The chemistry is off the charts in this insta love story where good and evil battle to win. I couldn’t get enough and was sad when it ended because I wanted more.
I will be reading more of this gifted author’s stories if they are all like this one.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Set in Victorian England,1850 it is a majestic regency romance. Lightness and Darkness meld as we traverse the minefield of finding what they need before it is too late. A rogue mysterious yet handsome stranger with a dark past. A headstrong woman who is looking to escape with her sisters and their plight but also rebels against the “norm” of society. This is one enchanting masquerade that will change both of their lives. The story is nicely written, and the world-building is mysterious and delightful. With a web of lies and secrets, drama and twists the story is set to entice lovers of historical romance.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such a beautiful historical romance. I was instantly transported to the past, where Charmaine has to look for a suitable match if she doesn’t want her family home to be passed on to a distant male relative. It isn’t fair that a woman had to make such choices back then simply because she was a female. However much Charmaine wants to do what is best for her family and her home, she still wants that true love even though she fears she will never find it. She ends up crossing paths with Kosta and the attraction is immediate and undeniable. She doesn’t feel that he is the match that she should make but her heart tells her otherwise. He’s hiding a big secret that can make all the difference for their future. I really enjoyed this book, it’s absolutely a swoon worthy romance that had me hooked from the first page. I’m looking forward to finding out more about the other Brightley sisters in future books.
Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Historical Romance never fails to make me giddy and excited! The historical insight and the vivid details were a delight to the imagination.
This tale was a beautiful story with fun, delightful, and relatable characters that help set the scenes.
Midnight Masquerade features our heroine Charmaine who is selfless and loyal. With her father being ill she makes it her mission to marry well to secure the future of her sisters. Unmarried and past the respectable age she does not expect a love match or true happily ever after. Upon meeting Duke Konstantin “Kosta” Rostov at a masquerade she hosts all thoughts of love being delusional are out the window. Both are smitten with each other, and are determined to set their own destinies. A means to an end soon becomes a winding path to love
Road Rage by Karina Kantas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I haven’t been reading MC books for very long, but have certainly come to love them. This is the fourth book in the series, but this is the first one I have read. Having a hard past, Gem is a strong woman who has overcome a lot. Meeting Shep, was a thrill for Gem, but is she going to end up the same place she was before? I absolutely love the grittiness of a good MC story, and this one did not disappoint me. I was on the edge of my seat till the end.
Unlock the Angel by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4 Stars
Unlock the Angel is the first book in the Seraphim Angel Order series by Calla Zae. This is not my first read by this author and I am enjoying exploring Calla Zae’s work, as she always seems to bring something new to the table. This is a sweet and spicy paranormal romance that kept me reading well past my bedtime. It is well written with fully developed and endearing characters as well as an original take on Angel lore. This originality and the wonderful world building gave this sweet story an extra element of interest too. Add in a bit of danger, good vs evil, emotion, and some dramatic turns- made it a story that wouldn’t let me put it down. I did want to know more about the ‘world’ and the ‘Order’, but I am hoping that will come in further instalments.
Looking forward to the rest of the series now.
Happy reading!
Thank you, Calla Zae!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
A Bride for Noah by Cheryl Wright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wholesome love story! This was a wonderful love story that will give you all the feels and some. I enjoyed reading this book it was fast and easy. I am not a big fan of love stories but this one has made me pause and rethink that maybe I can become a fan. I recommend this book for anyone who would like to escape the norm and pause for a beautiful love story. Looking forward to reading more and putting a pause in my everyday grin.
Road Rage by Karina Kantas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good 4 star read. Gem is working at the supermarket when she meets someone who eventually introduces her to Rage. She misses being part of a family and she craves being a part of Rage. It’s not easy and the man she thought she knew turned into a monster. There is someone else who comes into the picture and he is great for her. There is a twist and her past ends up coming back to haunt her.
Gem is a very strong character that has been through alot of dark painful things. She definitely knows how to take care of herself, she is a fighter for sure. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. I will warn there are some scenes that could cause triggers for some. Overall I did enjoy it and I look forward to reading more from this author and series. This can be read as a stand alone. 1-click and get started today.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
For a young woman in the historical London and her sisters who are on the brink of losing their family home when the oldest who is responsible for the younger ones meets a random man at her masquerade fundraiser that she starts with a dance.
This book has twists and turns from the start and I don’t want to give too much away but it is amazing and worth the read especially if historical romances are what you enjoy.
Unlock the Angel by Calla Zae
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Once again I was drawn in by this author and her beautiful covers, and amazing synopsis. Upon starting to read this book I was blown away with the world that our author has created, and her wonderful characters. Full of twists and turns, drama, suspense, danger, romance and more I just simply couldn’t put it down. Probably the only complaint I have is that it was just too short, I really started falling in love with my favorite characters on for it to end, but I’m hoping our author will bring back our favorite characters in the next installment. But will put main characters get their happy ending or will we be left on a cliffhanger? You’ll have to read this book to find out for yourself.
Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Set in Victorian England, the oldest of three sisters chafes against the bonds that society has placed around her. As she tries to honor her mother’s last wish to care for her younger sibs, the heroine engages in a dangerous parody of Robin Hood. As one family spies on another family, readers face the possibility of international intrigue. We see characters learning to set boundaries for themselves with toxic people in their lives. Ultimately, we encounter hope, redemption and new beginnings.
Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is one of those books that you just can’t resist reading based on it’s beautiful cover. When I first came across this book I didn’t even bother reading the synopsis I knew based off the cover alone that I would love it. This book was everything that I imagined it would be with just enough romance, entertainment and just a little mystery, I just simply couldn’t put it down. I am also a sucker for a fairytale retelling and this one gave me a very Cinderella feel. With a strong female lead, a handsome male lead pretending to be something he’s not, and great supporting characters trust me when I say that you should pick this book up today. I know personally I can’t wait to see what our author gives us next.
The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Clockwork Solution is the second book in The Clockwork Solution. The book is the continuation of the story of Arabella and her magical power of technomancy. I enjoyed this book more than the first and could get into the story more. Though aiming for a YA audience, I think teens and older readers can enjoy this series. The characters have become better developed, which has helped drive the story. However, it did end a bit abruptly, so I hope there is more to this series in the future.
I look forward to finding more from this author in the future.
The Clockwork Witch by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
The Clockwork Witch is the first book in The Clockwork Chronicles series. I enjoyed the Steampunk fantasy setting with the main character, Arabella, discovering that she does not have any typical witchcraft power but instead the power of technomancy. The book is written for a YA audience, but adults can enjoy it. The story is good, and I liked the concept. I enjoyed this book and am curious about where the story will go in the second book in the series.
The Clockwork Witch by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
The Clockwork Witch is the first book in The Clockwork Chronicles series. I enjoyed the Steampunk fantasy setting with the main character, Arabella, discovering that she does not have any typical witchcraft power but instead the power of technomancy. The book is written for a YA audience, but adults can enjoy it. The story is good, and I liked the concept. I enjoyed this book and am curious about where the story will go in the second book in the series.
Road Rage by Karina Kantas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
It is a fast-paced, intense MC thriller that jumps right in from the very start. It has everything needed for those that love MC stories, fast bikes, violence, and danger, lies and betrayal, dramatic moments, chemistry, tension, and suspense. There is a cast of many interesting characters some you will love others you will dislike. The storyline is well written and the some of the characters are well developed but there are others that I felt should have been. All in all I enjoyed this thrilling ride.
I love the strong female protagonist and her badassary, but the pain and abuse she went through made my heartache.
Reviewed by @jennadb
The Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was mesmerizing. The plot was beautifully executed. The characters kept me on edge. I found myself wanting to figure out what was going to happen next with each page. I highly recommend it is a great mystery that will keep you entertained.
A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Gina is a very strong independent woman. She got injured pretty badly in a roadside bomb and even though she’s physically healed there are some emotional scars. Gina has been through quite a bit of stuff in her life which is why she’s such a strong woman, plus she has a close knit set of friends that she calls her sisters, who are there for her.
Bryce meets Gina at a crafting fair and he finds her very attractive. He tries to talk to her and she shuts that down quickly. These two happen to see each other again and the chemistry is very apparent. Bryce asks Gina out but she turns him down because of a misunderstanding. After the misunderstanding is cleared up they end up enjoying each other’s company but Gina has her heart guarded and tells herself she won’t be anything but friends with him. In this story we see both of them learn more about each other. Can Gina get past her insecurities to make it work? Can Bryce get past his fears? To find these things out you must read this wonderful story. This book hits on a lot of different emotions and makes it a good read. I can’t wait to read the next one. I recommend this book.
A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
“A Hundred Wishes” written by Marianne Rice is a fictional romance novel. After leaving the Army following a traumatic event resulting in severe injuries, Gina has taken up crafting and sewing. Bryce first meets her while she is selling quilts, and through a slight misunderstanding, he quickly find outs that Gina is not afraid to speak her mind. Gina and Bryce’s interactions are so fun, and after communication issues in the beginning of the book, I really enjoyed their character development. I admire how the author took some very sensitive topics and showed how these characters were able to overcome the odds. This is the first book that I have read in the Band of Sisters series, and I am looking forward to reading the other two books!
Etched in this Moment by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Tia is in on the run from her abusive ex-boyfriend. She has changed her name and how she looks hoping that she is in the clear, but on the anniversary date of when she left him she gets a text. He’s coming for her. Theo is a detective pushing paper due to an injury he received while undercover. When he runs into Tia on the street he couldn’t help noticing how scared she looked. There’s something or someone she is running from and he is determined to get to the bottom of her mystery. Things go from icy to burning up the pages in this fast paced romance. Is Theo able to keep his word on keeping Tia safe? Or is her ex-boyfriend too cunning and smart to be caught?
Road Rage by Karina Kantas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oohh I love a good MC romance read and this book was right up my street! I was hooked from beginning to end and I definitely need to read the others in the series now! Gem was a brilliant character, I loved her for the moment I started reading about her. She was a pretty complex person but as her story progressed as did her character, she really was amazing to read about. It’s really refreshing to read about a female lead who holds her own and I think that it was I loved her so much, she’d been through so much that meant her life could have taken another path but she stayed strong!
A fantastic read and I’m pretty sure all MC romance lovers would love this book! I’m off to read more from this author now!!
Midnight Masquerade by Halley Larkin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What an absolutely fantastic story! I loved every minute of it and I think I have definitely found a new author to love. I was completely captivated by what I was reading, the wonderful twists and turns in the characters’ lives had me turning the pages faster and faster just so I could find out what was going to happen next. Historical romances are my favourite and the author definitely did this genre justice with this story. From her vivid and detailed writing that allowed me to imagine what I was reading to the smaller details which showed she understands the era she is writing for. Although its only February this is definitely one of my reads of 2022 so far! I feel that I also really need to say how beautiful and eye catching the cover is too, I don’t usually take much notice of covers – if I did I wouldn’t have read some of my favourite books – however this one is so serene looking it really is stunning to look at.
Overall this was a wonderful story and I am definitely looking forward to the next one in the series!
Journeys Through AllCreation by James Talisman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Journeys Through AllCreation (Journeys Through #3) by James Talisman
Another great read by the author. They sure know how to keep readers interested and I sure hope we get to see more of the characters.
Once again I had a ton of amazing characters to choose from. The two I chose seem to fit this story.
Rashael is from another planet and is sent to get something. When she and a friend get there they encounter things they weren’t expecting. The quote I chose for Rashael is: “Okay. I was enjoying the target practice… but you are right, as always.
Damon is the one who gives powers. He is also looking for something, but can he find it in time? The quote I chose for Damon is: “Of course not, my new friend. I have big plans for you. Please get up and join me for a discussion you will find interesting.”
Highly recommended for Epic Fantasy lovers.
