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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Christine Baranek

The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Man in Black
By: L.R. Liverpool

This book is so good. It is incredibly gritty and is full of suspense and mystery. I also really enjoy that this is told as if it is a documentary or a memoir. I feel that this storytelling technique really added to my enjoyment. It really took you right there with Fenimore. I really enjoyed Fenimore aka Simon and his quest to become a famous outlaw. I found that the book was a little slow in the beginning, but sticking with it is worth the reward, as this book is so good. I definitely recommend it!

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True Colors (Landry’s True Colors Series Book One) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Kerry Baker

True Colors (Landry's True Colors #1)True Colors by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is one that anyone around the same age as the main character should read it. Even as an adult this book was so relatable. It portrayed that era of school so well and it really brought memories of how it was for me. This made it so easy to connect with the story and the characters, especially the main character.
This is an author that I have become quite familiar with over the last couple of years and it really feels like her writing just gets better and better. This was a brilliant story and a really great way to kick off a new series. I am already looking forward to picking up book 2.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Amy Dean

AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Twists and turns in the story make for a steamy mystery of a young girl’s life and death. This story was captivating and had me guessing most of the story. Dominic and Whitney end up tangled together in several ways that help drive the story into a true page turner. Everyone needs their closure when things end abruptly and little did Dominic know how much he needed Whitney to be able to find his peace and a future of his own instead of being tied to his past.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Tina Vega

AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Whew! When I read the blurb, I just didn’t expect this story to make me feel like this. It is incredibly sad at points, and yet will make you laugh out loud at times. It is mysterious, paranormal, and romantic. Even though we expect HEA most of the time, there were times that I didn’t really know how the couple would get there. I will warn that there are some dark moments, but I felt overall the book was great. I found the plot to be quite original and that was refreshing. A few times I did not expect the turn of events. Great characters, original plot, and exciting mystery!

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The Exchange by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Kerry Carr

The Exchange: A NovelThe Exchange: A Novel by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really gripping read. The twists and turns in this book had my head spinning and completely took me by surprise. The author writes in a way that you really get to feel every emotion that the lead character goes through. Her childhood is traumatic and she seems easily taken advantage of. Sam’s naivety really leads her into some dangerous and scary situations as she finds her way in life.
I also like how the author starts at the present day with her little boy going missing before going back and telling us the tale of how she got to this situation in the first place.
Sam leaves her past behind her and moves to LA to become an actress. However her plans aren’t working out how she wants. That is until she meets Corey.
Corey is a charmer, he sweeps her off her feet and promises her everything she desires in return he wants her to have a baby.
And so begins the twisted tale but when she is left alone but imprisoned its not the dream she imagined.
Fast forward 4 years later and her little boy goes missing. Is this Corey finally making the exchange complete? Who is really the bad guy in this tale?
This book was great in that you don’t know who to trust, who to believe and who is the actual mastermind and who is the person dragged along for the ride.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Katie Turner

The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Man in Black is a MM romantic thriller by L.R. Liverpool. The story takes the reader along on a journey with Fenimore James as he sets off to make a new name for himself, literally and figuratively. At the beginning of Fenimore’s journey, he transitions into his new self- Simon Shaw. As he travels west, he contemplates on his dreams of all the fame and glamorous lifestyle of being an outlaw. There are times where he feels like he should turn around and go back to his old life. But eventually his dreams are in reach and joins with Red Evan’s gang. It’s there, he makes some very confusing and deep revelations of himself and who he really is as a man he despises becomes his love interest. Members begin dying and the boss is on edge as he suspects it is one of their very own. Is this dream everything he really wished it could be or will he regret this adventurous life he sought out as it all takes a dark turn?

While this is certainly no quick read, the author has put a lot into this story and by the end of it, I felt like everything came together so well. So many feelings were felt along with Simon and just wished I could reach into the story and give him a big hug. The character growth and writing was immaculate and really kept me drawn in. I quite enjoyed this!

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Crystal Brehant

Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great prequel. A good short story to get you introduced to the characters. These kids have been through a lot and they keep on going. It shows how sometimes people go through a lot that you just don’t see. This book keeps your interest and keeps you reading. It was too short, but isn’t that always the case with books you enjoy? They are never long enough even if they are 800 pages. I can’t wait to read more in the series.

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Carrie Reed

Loretta's Caterpillar (Loretta's Insects #4)Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love that this book teaches kids about butterflies. Their lifecycle, how to tell the difference between a male and female and background on monarch butterflies. It is also interesting adults to learn as well, if they haven’t already. The art is lovely to look at and the different words on each page in a different font style really are eye catching The only thing that was kind of hard for me to grasp was the name Loretta chooses for the butterfly. I don’t think it is really kid friendly to try and read. Overall great story for children.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Michelle Collier

AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spicy, dark, and twisted is what is in store with this book. Dominic was arrested for a crime he didn’t commit but after almost 18 months waiting in jail, he was finally found innocent. He makes a good life for himself in LA with his motivation of getting revenge. Whitney has a gift that she doesn’t really want. When she seeks out Dominic to give him a message from the great beyond, she is the one in for a surprise. She is a dead ringer for the woman he was accused of killing, he wants answers. The spice in this book will definitely keep you warm on a cold winter’s night.

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell

Loretta's Caterpillar (Loretta's Insects #4)Loretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This has fast become my favorite kids science story book. Loretta has adventures learning about monarch butterflies this time. The author includes terrific tidbits about them in the back. These entertaining stories that I use with our homeschool and my kiddo loves them. The story is educational and fun. The pictures are colorful. The kids learn new words about the butterfly. Every child’s library should have this one.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Michelle Collier

Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Dirty Rockhard Billionaire series. Definitely not for everyone. If you like a really spicy best friend’s brother trope then you may proceed. Vaughn and Xena are obsessed with each other, yet neither knows the other has those same feelings. Will they given in to the forbidden?

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What I Wish I’d Known: For Writers by H.D. Thomson – Review by Shelly Kittell

What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They'd Told Their Younger SelvesWhat I Wish I’d Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They’d Told Their Younger Selves by H. D. Thomson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic resource. As a wannabe writer (I still need to sit my butt down and spill out my story), I am grateful to these authors for sharing these tips. There are so many helpful ideas and thoughts shared. The added benefit is that I’ve even found some new authors to try. As in independent reviewer, I find that the tip to read in the genre you want to right is spot on for me. It has developed into that for me. I read what I enjoy and I find that I have already been using these tips as a reader. There are authors I love because of the way they write and the way they can grab me and keep my attention. The book is very easy to relate to and is a definite resource that will be on my desk. I’ve already ordered a paperback for my desk. If you have any dreams about writing, I highly recommend this book to join your library. Very informative and well put together.

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StoryTeller’s Tale (Wretched Soulz MC) by Manda Mellett – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

StoryTeller’s Tale: Wretched Soulz MC by Manda Mellett My rating: 5 of 5 stars 5 Stars StoryTeller’s Tale (Wretched Soulz MC) by Manda Mellett StoryTeller’s Tale is part of the […]

Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Jade Thomson

Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’m not sure if y’all can see what I’ve read for my previous years reading challenges but you’d quickly realize I read almost exclusively smut. This had some grad A smut in it. The storyline was a little awkward for me though. I wrote this in another review earlier but it applies here as well: sometimes the writing feels disconnected. If that makes sense? I liked the relationship between the characters (for the most part) and I’m definitely looking forward to reading another book in the series to see how their relationship continues to play out.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Jade Thomson

Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’ve always been a fan of suspense/mystery/and thrillers. I’ve kinda lost interest in the last few years but lately I’ve been giving them a try again and now I remember why they’re so addicting! This was a good thriller. The only real issue I had with the book was the writing seems disconnected sometimes- which could be intentional for the book and I’m just a picky brat- but I’ve never read anything else by the author so I have nothing to compare it too. Other than that(l? Great. Loved the plot. Hated the characters. (In the best way!!) Some suspense/mystery/thrillers are predictable- but this one kept me guessing!

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom
Genre – Kids, Family
Page Count – 40
Cover Designer – Ada Konewki

Loretta’s Insects Book Three – Loretta Finds a Caterpillar

Loretta finds a monarch caterpillar egg and protects it from a wasp, a bird, and a lizard as it eats milkweed, grows through metamorphosis, becomes a butterfly and finally flies away to continue its migration.

Learn alongside Loretta about the life cycle of a monarch butterfly.

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Lois is a former high school chemistry teacher and former head science teacher at Science in the City Summer Camp in Philadelphia. She has also been an adjunct science teacher at University of South Florida. Since retiring, she continues to take science classes. Her class in Forensic Biology led to Little Red, The Detective, in which Red is studying fingerprint identification, so she can tell that “Grandma” isn’t who she says she is.

Lois has taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales. She has invented what she calls Science Folktales. In each science-based tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending than the original because of learning scientific principles. She has turned some of these tales into plays.

She has also created a series of Mermaid Science stories, which make use of water science.

Lois is married to the love of her life. She has two children, four grandchildren and a dog.

Author Interview with Lois Wickstrom

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Genre – Contemporary Romance
Page Count – 314
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He’s the broody brother in the family whose temper can go from zero to death row in a heartbeat. She’s the sexy television producer who stops him in his tracks. Are these two opposites nothing more than a one night stand?

He didn’t mean to give Elyse pleasure during the important studio party. Because they could never be anything more than friends, right?

And even though she was drop-dead gorgeous and flaunted her sexy-as-sin charm, he should’ve kept his hands to himself and looked the other way. Until he walked into that party and his gaze landed on her barely-there dress. At that moment he never wanted anything so badly in his entire life.

He’s worked hard to protect his family and call his life his own, but when they become trapped together during a freak snowstorm, all bets are off. She’s made it clear she’s a city girl, and not interested in settling down in a small town like Langston Falls. But watching her on the farm, he starts to see another side of her that has him wishing she’d reconsider.

Will the bond they share be enough to overcome a long distance relationship? Or will his chance at happily ever after explode, leaving him angry and alone?

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Genre – Contemporary Romance
Page Count – 350
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Love can be ruthless, especially when you’re a Hawke.

You have to be ruthless to be a Hawke.

Our empire in New Orleans has only grown over the years.

And protecting it falls on my shoulders.

Whether it’s in the courtroom or in the streets, I do whatever it takes to get the job done.

We’ve already suffered and lost enough.

I won’t let anything threaten my family or what we’ve built.

But a mysterious woman from my past shows up, with danger in tow.

That’s not all she brings with her.

The little girl stares up at me with the Hawke blue eyes.

Instantly, my entire world shifts.

It isn’t just about defending what’s ours.

Now, it’s about defending what’s mine.

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Lucky Stars by Fantasia Yu – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Lucky StarsLucky Stars by Fantasia Yu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4 Stars
Lucky Stars by Fantasia Yu

Lucky Stars is a New Adult Sci-Fi Romance that I had a hard time putting down and ended up reading in one sitting. This is a new author to me and I’m definitely going to be looking into what other books they have written. This authors style of writing and attention to detail along with fully developed characters make for a epic story. Get ready to be taken on quite the adventure with a princess on the run,a rebel pilot and secret that could be dangerous. I highly recommend reading this book to find out if their love can survive the chase? I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Jenique Bornman

Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

Reading the synopsis of this book I was extremely intrigued to read it.

The storyline is great and had some really interesting twists.

The Female MC was a bit annoying but that’s only my opinion and the first half of the book is a bit wordy but the second half was perfectly hot.

The cliffhanger at the end….. WOW.

 

Excited to see what’s to come

 

 

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by April McCoy

Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is number one of a series and it went all the way right out of the gate. I am no prude but even I was glad I wasn’t reading this in public, I am sure I would have had questions. So well written, hot as sin, and would make anyone blush. The whole concept of the book is right up my alley, a forbidden romance with a rollercoaster of emotions that had me feeling wrung out in the best way. The ending had me losing my mind and I cannot wait to read the second book!!!

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Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Anastasia Dodson

Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4)Hot For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rockstar Romances… gotta love them! And this one was a good one. Adam and Cristy are our main characters and I liked them a lot. They found love even when they were exactly looking for it and they had to work for it because it didn’t come easily. The past was knocking on their door and tried to throw everything out the window but they persevered and I really liked that about them. This is the 4th book in the series and each book in the standalone in the series that focuses on a different member of the band. I will have to go back and read the other three books in this series because I liked this authors writing style and I enjoyed this book.
I would recommend this to anyone that like rockstar romances!
Happy Reading!

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Michelle Austin

Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. Very much an 18+ read with all of the juiciness that we get in this story. Vaughn, oh my, what an alpha hottie. He wants Xena, but there is one problem: she is off limits. Xena has been having some naughty thoughts about her friend’s brother. Could her dark fantasies become a reality when she finds out he wants her too?

Overall this was a good read. I was on a rollercoaster of emotions while reading. There are also some unexpected twists and turns that added a great element to the story. I really liked the characters and they had a great connection. We also get some very kinky steamy moments as well. If you’re looking for a great new series with some extreme hotness, 1-click and get started today. I can’t wait to read more from this series and author.

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Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4)Hot For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star’s
Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson

Hot For Me is the fourth book in The Balefire Series and the he second book I’ve read by this author. I’m definitely going to check out the other books in this series. This can be read as a standalone as each book is about a different member of the band.I truly enjoyed reading this Contemporary Rockstar Romance and had a hard time putting it down until finished. This is a story about Adam and Cristy she’s a diva who has just joined Balefire on tour and he’s the bassist. The chemistry between them absolutely sizzles its so hot. But what will happen if secrets are revealed? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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The Authorpreneur Yellowpages by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Julie Johnson

The Authorpreneur YellowpagesThe Authorpreneur Yellowpages by Winnifred Tataw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a different book for me to read but I’m trying to branch out. I chose to read this non-fiction book because I have a family member who is interested in building his business as an author.

This book is very informative for those who are wanting to branch out into the work of authorship. This is very much set up like a yellow page directory is, chocked full of information on various facets of writing and publishing. There is a checklist, a section describing the publishing process, talk of book covers with a list of resources for designers, and editing services. Other areas include publishing services, black owned and operated businesses, marketing tools, and how to obtain freelance work. Lastly, there is advice on how to find beta readers and how to/why to use an ARC (advanced reader copy). The author of this book ends with encouragement for the future writer.

If you’re looking to get into the world of writing/publishing, this book would be a great resource to have handy!

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Chatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard – Review by Ayla Phipps

Chatroom with a ViewChatroom with a View by Glenn Maynard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by Glenn Maynard, and I was not disappointed. As a fan of true crime and history in that sense the synopsis intrigued me with the ties to Lizzie Borden. The synopsis mentions that the book starts with an episode and lord does it.
The perspective of the book is that of Troy Cullen a distant relative of Lizzie Borden. He is an only child and is currently 24 years old, only he still lives at home. Not because he can’t afford to move out but because his father is extremely violent and abusive and Troy lives to protect his mother. Until that day, returning home from work both of their cars are in the driveway which is strange but after searching the entire house he can’t find or hear any of them until he looks out a window into the back yard. On the family property was an old log cabin that was usually locked up like Fort Knox, having never seen anyone inside it the sight of movement draws Troy’s attention when he witnesses a tragedy, he always feared but knew was coming. Only after a lifetime of being told he would go to prison if something ever happened, he decides not to call the police but to coverup everything and keep his father alive and bound in the house. Life brings another twist when he learns that his ex-girlfriend is pregnant with his child. Being such a dysfunctional family in their small-town Veronica decides to dig into his family history, afraid she becomes determined to shield her unborn child from the evilness that lives within the family and genetics, but will it be enough?
Will Troy follow in his ancestors’ footsteps? What will happen to Veronica and their baby? Can Troy break the cycle or is he doomed to forever be a monster? Becoming his father was never his goal but now he sees a monster is within him too. The world the author builds, the characters and scenarios are realistic and have meat too them. Being well fleshed out and three dimensional I found myself holding my breath is several places and rushing to finish the chapter to start the next. This book keeps you on your toes guessing what will happen next and how it will end.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Donya Pedigo

Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Let me start off by saying this isn’t my typical read, but I still found aspects of it I enjoyed.

This is a little sister best friend secret relationship storyline that includes BDSM with some public scenarios. It also includes some kinks I wasn’t expecting, like erotic humiliation, degradation, and edging. I must admit it was the degradation and humiliation that turned out to not be my cup of tea, but if you’re into that, then definitely check this book out. I’m afraid it’s in part because of these kinks that I really had a hard time connecting to these characters and story, making what might be an amazing 5 star book for others a 3 star book for me. I also had some trouble with some of the dialogue and writing that felt almost forced by the characters in the story. There were some areas that seemed to drag with an overload of information and dialogue, while other areas were really well written and spot on to a masterful story.

I did find some aspects of the book to be fun and wonderful, like the relationship between best friends and brother and sister. I love how her brother, Vaughn, stepped up to be her support as her parents have been absent a lot throughout their lives. The steamy chemistry of the couple was also appealing.

If this is your type of story, definitely check it out. I think you will enjoy it greatly.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

After reading Vaughns Xena by M. I. Rosegold I am incredibly torn on how to rate this book. It’s not that I didn’t like the book because I did but there were a few things that made the story not as enjoyable or pulled me out of the story personally. This book was reminiscent of 50 shades of Gray with the sexy, tortured man, and his controlling tendencies. It was one of the steamiest, spicy books I’ve read in quite sometime but it was also repetitive. It seemed that the first three quarters of the book and there wasn’t much of a storyline. It was basically the same phrasing/wording reworded or in a different order to make the steamy scenes occur more often which definitely drew me away from wanting to read them. I liked watching them grow and learn each other but after awhile it was like really again, your mine, etc. the second thing that bothered me a little was some of the wording that was used seemed a bit immature. For example Vaughn was this strong, possessive, dominating male but right in the middle of a dominating scene he uttered words like gosh, which didn’t seem to fit the way the author wanted to portray him. The relationship Vaughn had with his sister seemed a bit inappropriate and eeked me out a bit, which was maybe the authors point, not from his end so much as from her. She repeatedly refers to his possessive nature as a significant other might rather than a sister and the ending solidified that for me. The last quarter of the book utterly broke my heart but it also definitely added to that storyline that I felt was missing up to that point and really pulled me in only to end and leave me hanging. Overall this was a good book and I will need to pick up book number two to continue Vaughn and Xenas story especially due to that cliffhanger ending.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57696709-vaughn-s-xena” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1644009064l/57696709._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57696709-vaughn-s-xena”>Vaughn’s Xena</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21028162.M_I_Rosegold”>M.I. Rosegold</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5349690113″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Vaugh Wolf had to grow up rather quickly. His parents were always busy so he was a surrogate parent to his sister, Veronica, and they are close. Vaugh is a very private person and seems like he doesn’t like women, however he just wants the right one…a certain one. Xena Myers is his little sister’s best friend and roommate. She’s been pining after Vaugh for a while and has naughty fantasies about the two of them. These two have a chance to let sparks fly when Xena gets invited to stay with the Wolf family for the weekend. How will Veronica take the news when she discovers that her best friend and her brother are dating?
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Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Prequel) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Amanda Glaspie

Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation #0.5)Night Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sexy

This was a quick sexy read. Isaac wants to end his time in Chicago with a beautiful woman, but not any beautiful woman; he wants the sexy red head. Jack just wants a carefree night away from her family. Their time together is fiery and hot. However, Jack is full of mystery and wants only anonymity. This book leaves off on a cliffhanger that only leads to more questions.

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