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Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, #2)Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Enzo Vitale is being groomed to succeed his father and take over as boss of the Vitale family. But he knew the weight being in charge carried. All those you loved were a target to get back at you. His sister had been sold into human trafficking at the same time his arranged fiancé, Elena, had died. His sister was safe now, but how could he get close to anyone again? Sofia La Rosa had always had a crush on Enzo since they were young. He had hung out with her older brothers when they were young and always took time for her. Enzo had been promised to Elena, her best friend. Would they be able to finally be together?

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite Book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Born in Darkness (Mafia Elite, #3)Born in Darkness by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stefano Rossi has lived under the rule of his cruel father for long enough. The only one left at home, he lost his brother at a young age, his father went his older sister to be married to a Russian mafia family, their mother jumped to her death, and his younger sister was murdered. But his father thought him weak and not worthy of leading the family. Emiliana Vitale was abducted and sold into human trafficking. Her brother Enzo had rescued her, but it had been Stefano who had found her and carried her out, leaving a trail of blood behind them. He had always been there for her, would he continue to do so?

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Piper Foster

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Firstly I love the cover in this book the colour and visual are very appealing. The royals are Adrjssian royal and are been killed off but who is doing the killing and why. There are a lot of twist and unexpected turns in this book many which has me on the Edge of my seat. Thus is a well written fantasy book. The ending I didn’t see coming

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Jacque Flynn

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A heartfelt and steamy coming together between a fire investigator and an injured soldier. With many obstacles to overcome, Gina and Bryce, tackle them together with more time spent in lust than in conversation. Everyone seems to work as hard as they play, and the group of friends coming together would be a fun group to spend time with anywhere. This book is so touching because we know that Gina is not alone, and terrible things happen. She has a great group of friends to help her through her trials and Bryce is worth helping him figure out his stuff as well.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Maximus Caruso was thought dead. Growing up and learning the family business in Italy, Max was biding his time. Well now is that time and change was coming to the Italian American mafia. First he had to secure a few things. Liliana Brambilla was a captive in her own house. It was only her and her father, the boss of the Brambilla family and that’s all she was to him, his property. Planning her escape before her father marries her off to who knows, she is aided by her father’s newest hire, but is she trading one prison for another. This book is the first in a new generation of mafia families.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Naomi McDonald

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wonderful read! Intriguing characters. Superb world building. Suspense. Danger. Masterful plot twists.
I loved the reading adventure this author took me on.

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, book 4) by Amy McKinley – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, #4)Savage Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Marco La Rosa is the underboss of his family, being groomed since he was young to one day take over and lead the Italian American mafia family. When Elena, princess to one of the other Five Families, is targeted by their enemy, the Russian mafia, Marco knows he’s her only chance of survival, even if she doesn’t. The surest way to protect her is to marry her. Like that will go over well. Lots of action and romance, makes for an exciting read!

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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Etched in this Moment (Etched Series Book 1) by Calla Zae – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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Etched in this Moment (Etched, #1)Etched in this Moment by Calla Zae
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sophia had escaped from her abusive boyfriend and started a new life. She was just getting her feet back under her when she received a text from “him”. Where is he? Is he close? Will she have to pick up and run again?
Theo is immediately taken with the red-haired beauty that drops her phone in front of him. As he picks it up to return it to her, she looks as if she’s seen a ghost. What has her so scared? Being a detective, this is a mystery he feels compelled to solve. This is a quick read that you will stick with until you’re finished. Very likable characters and storyline.

Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Terri Jo McAllister

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was full of surprises! Adrijana travels with her father for the first time as he hauls his cargo of verbenia to the royal family. When the queen is pushed from the castle tower, a web of mystery, deceit, magic, unfold. Adrijana learns that she is one of the rare Mesmerists, who have the ability to read the auras of others. When the king is attacked in his bedchamber and later dies, who can Adrijana confide in about all the mysterious things going on that only a mesmerist can see.. The story will keep you guessing at who can be counted as a friend and who is lying and killing off the royal family. I highly recommend it!
Reviewed by Terri Jo McAllister

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Ayla Eddy

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The author did a fantastic job at creating this book. The characters are intriguing and well crafted. You just want to keep turning the page to see what they go through next. This book had be hooked from page one. I never wanted to stop reading. The twists in the plot only furthered my desire to keep on reading. I have not any other books from this author, but that will not be the case for long. I cannot wait for my next read from her works. I highly recommend this book!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Michelle Marlow

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

We start out with our main leading lady and her father heading to the city. They are the only farmers of verbania that the queen trusts. However, her father is very eager to get in and get out of the kingdom.

This story follows Adrijana as she starts a new life path that she wasn’t even aware was something she was capable of. She is paired with the other mesmerists of the kingdom.

It was a nonstop journey and adventure of magic and trust. I finished this in one day. I look forward to anything else from this author!!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this suspenseful young adult story. This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites. I have enjoyed this author from the first book that I picked up from her. This is a new book for this author which was hard to put down. This is a fast paced story that pulled me in from the beginning. The characters are not only connectable but I enjoyed their growth throughout. They kept the story engaging and had me wanting to know more. This is a story about a Royal family that is being picked off one by one. Now, with a mixture of lies, secrets and has Adrijana second guessing her instincts. I enjoyed her character and what she brought to the story. For me, she made the story entertaining to read. I also enjoyed the growth of the plot that kept me guessing. A great story that I highly recommend.

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Amy Brennan

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excuse me while I scope out all her other literary works. I don’t even know where to start, to be honest. The world building gave me blinders to the real world, and I felt like I was pulled right in beside Adrijana, or Jana as she is called by her nearest and dearest. It seems like a cute little trip to the big city for her and her dad, until things quickly start falling apart, and she’s swept into a whirlwind of activity, accusations, and responsibilities that would overwhelm any 17-year-old, to be honest. The magic, and abilities of the Royal Mesmers are well thought out, crafted, and has you wanting to wish upon a star to gain some of those abilities.

The reader is lead on this adventure, second guessing everything, and personally, I had wound this great ending in my head about this novel, and this author added so many phenomenal twists and turns that I really couldn’t remember what to believe for more than a few pages. I found it very easy to connect to each of the characters that we follow, the character building well woven, and thoroughly enjoyed that there is more than one strong female character to lean on throughout this tale. I fell head over heels for a couple of the men, second guessed, and fell all over again. Trust me, you won’t want to pass up the opportunity to escape into Adrjssian. Highly recommend!

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The Mesmerist by Claire Luana – Review by Shelly Kittell

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The MesmeristThe Mesmerist by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This has to have been one of the most fascinating YA books I’ve read so far this year. The characters were intriguing. Adrijana was a very strong personality to hunt down the queen’s killer. The plot flowed like a smooth river with some nice rocky twists just to keep you off balance. I find that makes for an excellent story. This was a book that pulled you in from the start and just dared you to leave. I can’t tell you much more. You have to experience it for yourself. You know you want to know. Click that button and purchase it. I believe you’ll enjoy it as much as I did. Highly recommend.

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Daire’s Devils (Daire’s Devils Series Book 1) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Shelly Kittell

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Daire's DevilsDaire’s Devils by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kat is a badass when she finds they have been infiltrated by a force that has taken over top ranks to get to their secrets. The challenge is what happens when they are the face of the ones you know? Having been booted from her ship and running flight control, she doesn’t let anything hold her back. Written with power to grab you right from the start, you are sucked right into the story and don’t want to miss anything. Kat is such a strong character that she is very relatable. The other characters are well-written to be support players. A few glitches in plot help to give it just the right thrill, such as Commander Glei not showing up in the reflection and his fingers always plucking at something. I loved this book. Though not my usual genre, this author has gained a fan. Get out and read this one. Click that button. You’ll find it’s worth it.

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice-Review by Elena Tobar

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A Hundred Wishes (Band of Sisters)A Hundred Wishes by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book tugs at all the heartstrings. This book is impossible to put down once you open it up. Poor Gina has been through so much trauma and she deserves some happiness but she’s so terrified to take a risk. Bruce has never been one for commitment and he gets bored easily but there’s something about Gina that he just can’t resist. I really enjoyed watching the sparks fly between them as they grow closer and she begins to let him in and he does the same. There are some parts that definitely made me tear up but the ending was beyond perfect! Her sisters are great they’re so supportive and funny and now I need to go and read the other books in this story. This is definitely a romance not to be missed.

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book #2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2)The Clockwork Solution by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3 Stars

 

The Clockwork Solution is the second instalment in The Clockwork Chronicles series by Michelle D. Sonnier. After reading the first instalment in this fun series, I was intrigued by what this story would hold.
It is another young adult story- a sci-fi/steampunk/gaslight fantasy with magic, witches, danger, technomancy, drama, and more.
We re-join Arabella in this story as she sets off on her first assignment- to uncover what’s causing the famine in Ireland. There is a lot riding on the outcome of her investigation, and Arabella feels the weight of responsibility on her shoulders. Two witches have already lost their lives in this quest- so now Arabella’s life is also on the line. What happens makes for a fun read.
This ends with a cliffhanger, eeep- so will have to wait for the next book to see what happens next.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Michelle D. Sonnier!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Clockwork Witch (The Clockwork Chronicles Book #1) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Angela Hayes

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The Clockwork WitchThe Clockwork Witch by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3 Stars

 

The Clockwork Witch is the first instalment in The Clockwork Chronicles series by Michelle D. Sonnier. This is my first read from this author, so I was intrigued by what the story would be like. It turned out to be a fun read- a young adult story with sci-fi elements, all wrapped up in steampunk/gaslight fantasy. This was such an original and creative story with magic, witches, wonderful world building, prophecy, threats, danger, and some illustrations sprinkled through to highlight the story.
Arabella is a great character, a witch with technomancy magic- which makes her a bit of an outcast in the witching world. But with her ability to manipulate all things mechanical, a prophecy, and a little danger, things are about to get interesting.
A great start to this imaginative series… looking forward to seeing what comes next.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Michelle D. Sonnier!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Daire’s Devils (Daire’s Devils Series Book 1) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Angela Hayes

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Daire's DevilsDaire’s Devils by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

Daire’s Devils by Danielle Ackley-McPhail is an epic military sci-fi story full of action and adventure. I know from reading this story, and the intro that came at the beginning, that Daire’s Devils is set in, and based on a RPG game and it’s ‘world’- and I definitely think this would make a great game, or even a movie/series.
The author’s detailed descriptions brought this futuristic space adventure to life, and I loved all the action and adventure. The characters were really great, and it was easy to get absorbed by the story, although there were parts where the story felt rushed, or skimmed over- but overall, it was an enjoyable read.
So, if you love sci-fi military adventures that take you to the farthest reaches of the galaxy to join a crack squad who are tasked with defending a colony who is under threat of invasion, then this is definitely the story for you. Add in some hidden agendas, politics, espionage, and treachery…. and things get interesting.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Danielle Ackley-McPhail!

 

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Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by Carina Alyce – Review by Rachel Moss

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Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter RomanceWildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! This was a really good read! I give it 4.5 stars though for a few reasons. While the story was incredible and the female MC was a complete baddie, and this book was so positive and steamy and everything you could want, there were a few scenes I just didn’t understand. The end didn’t make a lot of sense to me, but the author ended it well for the next book. And since it is a sports and football related book, there was sport talk and I’m not the biggest person at understanding it, especially since I was barely alive when these major sports events took place. But overall this Adult sports romance was incredible. It was funny, it was sweet, it was steamy and very quick. I can’t wait to read the next installment to this series!

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Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by Carina Alyce – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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Wildcat (MetroGen After Hours, #1)Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this steamy sports romance that gets you hooked from the first page. This is a new author to me and I will definitely be reading more of this series for sure!

When you meet Leslie, she is all about being a firefighter and lots of sass. She meets Trevor and everything changes. At first just one night leads to Trevor wanting more and I loved that Trevor was also very devoted and focused on being great in the NFL. At first, I was not sure about Leslie, because of how she came across to the point of being downright rude, but the more I read this book, I saw why she came across stubborn, rude but also passionate about being a firefighter. I loved Trevor’s character and just his love for Leslie and his love for his football team as well with his drive and focus on winning.

This is a fantastic read and I highly recommend this book!

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Melissa Saxton

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

wow! this book is an incredible dive into the possibilities of parallel dimensions or possibly other worlds!
This hooked me in the first 3 pages and I finished it in one sitting. Thomas and April do not know one another but their paths cross and an ultimate journey begins.
Exploring an entirely different world and having to solve puzzles using their combined math and science knowledge and survival skills.

What do they find? Can they get back to earth? Is there other life out there?

This Novella feels like the start to a series that will be captivating. I can’t wait to see if it is!

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens-Review by Amanda Kimble

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5/5 Stars

The View from Here by Leon Stevens

This is the first book I’ve read by the author. The author definitely has a way with words. I was hooked from the beginning and had a hard time putting it down. I do hope to see more of Thomas and April in the future.

Thomas goes on a hike on a trail he’s been on several occasions. He finds that there’s a ledge down there and makes his way down. When he gets there he isn’t alone. The quote I chose for Thomas is: “Come. There’s your ledge. Hand me your hiking pole. Solid. That’s wide enough. Grab some rope.”

April has found a cave and isn’t sure where it leads. When Thomas shows up they make a plan to go on an adventure. Little did they know that something was living there. The quote I chose for April is: “Let go of the rope! Let go of the rope! Let go and untie yourself now! Quick! You don’t have time!”

Highly recommended for Sci-fi Adventure lovers.

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Daire’s Devils (Daire’s Devils Series Book 1) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Daire's DevilsDaire’s Devils by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

This book is a die-hard military sci-fi and is the first book in the series. The author’s words and story building made it easy to imagine what was going on. The characters are hard not to like and they find themselves in plenty of action as they face an unexpected menace. Defending the colony planet in a plot that has some interesting concepts. The stakes are high but not all the threads are woven to finality leaving the door open for the other books in the series. This story is fast paced full of action. At times it felt a little rushed, so I had to reread some things as there was a lot of information to absorb.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Clockwork Solution (The Clockwork Chronicles Book 2) by Michelle D. Sonnier – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Clockwork WitchThe Clockwork Witch by Michelle D. Sonnier
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars

This is the second book in the series. I am not sure what genre this falls under, paranormal or fantasy or steampunk. But I have decided it fits best under Gaslamp Fantasy. It does ends rather suddenly with cliff-hangers. The concept is interesting with a lot of potential. There are witches and magic, mysteries and trials and tribulations, danger. It is fast paced with an intriguing plot.
Arabella is tasked by the witch’s council to investigate rumours of a famine in Ireland. Will she uncover the truth, or will she face roadblocks by those who hates witches?

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Etched in this Moment (Etched Series Book 1) by Calla Zae – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Etched in this Moment (Etched, #1)Etched in this Moment by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this romance story that has suspense added to it. This is a still a newer author for me which I enjoy her writing style as well as her attention to details that give her stories a realistic feel. This is a well written story that has twists and turns that had me turning pages fast. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the first word. The characters are not only connectable but they brought the story to life. The chemistry between them is great and keeps the story engaging. This is a fast paced story that was hard to put down and kept me wanting to know more with each page. This is a story that is full of action, danger and protecting what is yours. I enjoyed the growth of both the characters and the plot. Sofia and Theo are great strong characters that truly made the story for me. This is worth the pick up and I highly recommend it.

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, book 4) by Amy McKinley – Review by Candace Estes

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, #4)Savage Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is yet another great addition to this series. This book ratchets up the intensity and pressure on our core group of characters. The Italian Mafia bosses and their spouses bring Elena Caruso back into the fold after a four year absence, which was done to protect her from the Russian Mafia. Mafia boss Marco La Rosa has loved Elena for years, but always kept his distance due to an arranged marriage that is no longer in play. Elena is a cousin to Max and Tony Caruso, but was raised as Tony’s adopted sister until the summer she disappeared and was presumed to be dead. The surprise twists and turns in this book will keep you guessing (though, perhaps you’ll solve it early, but doubt yourself until the reveal like I did) until the end. The best rule of thumb in this series, and especially this book, is not everything is what it seems to be. This book can be read as a standalone, but is so much better as a part of the series it belongs in.

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, book 4) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Packard

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Savage Secrets (Mafia Elite, #4)Savage Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am so glad that I stumbled upon this author a few months ago, I have LOVED the Mafia Elite series. This is Elena and Marco’s story. Elena has been running to stay alive, and she finally comes home, Marco is excited to know that she is alive and rushes to save her. The build up with the first three books left me waiting anxiously for this book. The wait was well worth it. Now to wait for book 5. I can’t get enough of these mafia families.

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The Bear at Midnight (Orkneyinga Murders Book 4) by Lexie Conyngham – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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The Bear at Midnight (Orkneyinga Murders #4)The Bear at Midnight by Lexie Conyngham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Bear at Midnight is the fourth book in the Orkneyinga Murders series. Set in Viking Scotland, this mystery centres around the appointment of a new leader. With lots at stake, everyone is using their physical strength, political power, good looks or whatever they’ve got going for them to try and secure their preferred outcome.

This is a gripping story. I could barely put it down, and only got distracted finding out if I could learn tablet weaving (not having a hole punch handy prevented me going TOO far down that rabbit hole…). I love the level of historical detail – it really brought the story to life! I have friends and family who do nålbinding so it was great to see it getting a mention!

Sigrid and Ketil make a good team, able between them to talk to most people and find out their version of events. There’s a lot to unravel, with secrets and strong feelings being harboured by many. There are plenty of other great characters too, including a troublemaking pig!

I haven’t read the earlier books in the series, and found The Bear at Midnight easy enough to follow so I would say it could work as a standalone. I am now desperate to read the other books when I get a chance, though, so why not start with book one?

This book gets five stars from me! I would recommend it to fans of historical mysteries and any Viking enthusiasts.

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The View from Here by Leon Stevens – Review by Erica Fish

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The View from HereThe View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Leon Stevens is a new author to me. His storytelling ability kept my interest throughout the whole story. It was full of details that painted a beautiful picture of what was going on in every direction I looked. The characters are what cemented my feet to the ground and kept me wanting more. Thomas started his day as a normal day for a hike. He was prepared for the normal hike he took, but what happens next is amazing. This adventurous hike had taken him where his feet had not taken him before. He was somewhere new with new characters that will begin to be friends and new adventures. You will have to read where his hike takes him and see if you enjoy his adventure as much as I have.

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