Three Made in Heaven by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed reading this book. The pace of the plot was slower than what I usually read, but the book was well written. I could almost feel the chemistry between Maddie, Cole and Charlie. I enjoyed the bond that had formed between all three of them.
Absolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray
The Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really interesting read. It is a Thriller/ mystery story with a MM romance all set in the time of the Wild West. The characters are well written especially the lead character of Fenimore (Simon). It wad interesting to read the characters progression throughout the story as he starts to discover who he truelly is and his part in the world.
Fenimore leaves his small town farming life behind determined to become an outlaw and to make a name for himself. But he soon realises that the life he dreams of isn’t as good as he first thought. When he gets in with a gang and their are thoughts of a traitor among them things get very dangerous as everyone becomes a suspect. Add to this the discover Fenimore has of his attraction to a fellow gang member. For that attraction allow it could cost them their lives.
This story is full of wild west violence and danger with elements of romance and mystery thrown in. It is a very engaging tale that will keep you turning pages just to see what happens next.
I really enjoyed this story and being transported to a time of outlaws and the dangers that lifestyle brought with it.
Caspian’s Unbirthday by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This author writes books that are full of lessons. However she also adds LOTS of imaginative fun as well. This story is no different. Caspian’s grandfather takes Caspian on this adventure with “hot chocolate socks”. Great illustrations full of color to draw children into the story.
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Maddie Sutton always felt something missing until the day she met Charlie and Cole. What started out as a childhood friendship slowly developed into an all consuming love. Her biggest problem is that she can only see them in her dreams. Maddie realizes that to lead a normal life, she would have to let them go. After all, they’re only a fantasy…or are they?
Charlie Gilbert and Cole Mercer are both very real. For years they have loved and pined for Maddie, meeting up in dreams set in different locales. Afraid of making her choose between them, they keep their feelings hidden until finally realizing that the three of them belong together. How can they convince Maddie if she doubts their existence? When Charlie starts to doubt, Cole springs into action and brings them all together.
Now that they have found each other, they vow to never let go, but when an unknown danger looms over Maddie, Charlie and Cole will do anything to protect her even if it means risking their own lives.
Elena Kincaid is an award-winning and Amazon best-selling author. She writes Paranormal and Contemporary Romances with alpha males who stop at nothing to protect their women, heroines who are anything but damsels in distress, and stories where the only love worth fighting for is the forever kind of love.
She was born in Ukraine and raised in New York, where she currently lives with her daughter. Her desk is constantly cluttered with journals, sticky notes, and torn-out pieces of paper full of ideas. When not working, Elena loves to spend time with her family, travel the globe, curl up with a good book, and catch up on her soaps.
Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is third book in the Green Brotherhoor series. In this story our FMC is a competitive gymnast turned stripper who has a dangerous ex. The H is a Seal who is attracted to strippers not because of their seductive dancing but for the athleticism and skill needed. Our couple meets and falls in love but a certain ex boyfriend has other thoughts. He teaches her how to defend herself and she shows him that there is such a thing as a right person. This was a fairly quick read and very well written!
Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 3)
Another enjoyable but done too soon read about the hot and alpha SEALS.
Cutter is a good guy who wants to avoid getting burned again. He being a SEAL means he is willing to go further than the average man to protect his loved ones. He learned how far he would need to go.
Zarifah loves to dance, it has brought her so much happiness over the years, but it has also caused her pain but not the way you think.
A fast standalone that references the earlier books, but it doesn’t take long to figure out who is who. Looking forward to the next one.
Operation Blackbird by Ellen Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Operation Blackbird: A Cold War Spy Novel by Ellen Butler
4 out of 5 Stars
Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good 4 star read. We learn pretty quickly the type of relationship that Zarifah is in when she shows up to work with bruises all over. She tries to move on but he refuses to let her go. Cutter is a SEAL who isn’t looking for a relationship. But when he meets Zarifah things change. His protective instincts kick in, will he be able to keep her safe? Can she finally get away from her ex?
Overall this was a good read, I really liked the characters. The author does a great job with her writing, she pulls you right into the story. I look forward to reading more from the series. 1-click and get started today.
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Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Saving the Bellydancer (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII) by Debra Parmley
4 out of 5 Stars
Saving the Bellydancer is a very short but very enjoyable book. This book is about the struggles of finding love and the challenge of leaving a toxic relationship behind. As always, Debra Parmley delivered a great romance story that will make you have all the feelings at once. you will not be able to put this book down once you start. Definitely a must read.
Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My 6-year-old absolutely loved this book. We laughed and giggled so hard at many points in the book. Half-Pint can’t wait to go to school and is impatient, but when the time actually comes to go to school, Half-Pint is skeptical and unsure. This book was precious and will be a staple for my kids bookshelf!
Finding Bryce by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Finding Bryce by Debra Parmley
4 out of 5 Stars
Finding Bryce is a great short read. this fast paced story will keep you entertained and engaged from the start. The main characters are extremely interesting and will take you on a rollercoaster of emotions. If you are looking for a quick engaging read this is the one. Highly recommend reading Finding Bryce.
StoryTeller’s Tale: Wretched Soulz MC by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
StoryTeller’s Tale: Wretched Soulz MC by Manda Mellett
4 stars out of 5 stars
First time reading from this author and must certainly will not be the last. This book has a really good storyline with interesting character. Since the beginning it was impossible for me to put this book down. If you are looking for a good book to spend the weekend this is definitely a good choice. The character development on this book is absolutely beautiful. Highly recommend.
Lucky Stars by Fantasia Yu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good read! The author was really descriptive in this book, which made the imagery really pop in my head. It was a cute, quick and fun read that I enjoyed because it went pretty fast. This isn’t my typical genre to read so I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It does end on a cliff hanger and I am intrigued to read the sequel and see where the story goes!
Lucky Stars by Fantasia Yu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟
I enjoyed this New Adult Romance with Sci Fi…it was a great mix and really great story.
Two worlds come together to arrange a marriage to include an alliance of Princess Mora and
Prince Fidge…but there is more to this. Princess Mora wants more to life then just to marry a Prince.. and when Princess Mora finds more into this arranged “marriage” she does not want that life and be more free.
Darin O’Joy is more of an outcast…but also wants to be free and as a pilot, and also enjoys being in the company of Princess Mora, even though she hids her identity from Darin. There is definite attraction between Darin and the Princess …. what happens if Darin finds out the true identity of the Princess? Will love prevail or will Princess Mora go back to her obligations as a dutiful Princess?
This story was fun to read, adventure, travel, destiny, romance and fast pace easy to read. I am praying there is another book coming……..
Grace Under Fire by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Very good! This is the second in a series, but can be read as a standalone. I haven’t read the first book in the series, but am eager to do so after reading this one!
Grace and Ryan are very different, but both struggling through a shared loss, and now through a shared goal! Grace is a determined and independent woman and Ryan isn’t looking to get involved with anyone, but after years of not seeing one another, can they make the best team?
This was an emotional read with amazing characters. The author developed a strong setting and does a great job developing relatable, likable characters. This one will keep you turning the page!
Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Half-Pint is impatient when it comes to waiting to leave the Poop Deck for Pirate school. But, once it is finally time to head to Pirate school, Half-Pint begins to have doubts. This is a cute book that children will enjoy.
Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I LOVE books by Debra Parmley! She always knows how to grab my attention from the get-go, and Saving the Bellydancer is no exception. I enjoyed getting to know Cutter even though I would love to learn more about him. His drug of choice is strippers…and while it seems shallow, he truly admires their grace and athletic capabilities. He wonders if he will ever find anyone that will make him feel something more. Zarifah is an ex-gymnast who turned to belly dancing. When she meets Cutter, you can feel the chemistry jump off the page. There are plenty of steamy scenes as well as drama and suspense with Zarifah’s ex barging into one of her performances. Will Cutter be able to protect her, or will their journey end before it truly begins? I highly recommend picking up this book AND this series!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The author addresses young children who are eagerly awaiting their chance to be finished with babyhood. Vivid illustrations accompany each scenario proposed by the main character concerning her future preschool. Readers learn what they might be able to look forward to, at least when it comes to leaving babyhood behind. The main character learns that even though she looks forward to something new and exciting, it is normal to have some anxiety to sort through. The author and the illustrator have done a truly amazing job with their precocious preschool pirate!
The White Knight Cowboy Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Super short read and I went in blind, had no idea what the book was about. It’s set in the late 1800’s and western, so that’s different but the book was decent. Not a typical book I read but it had my attention. Had spice and it made me laugh quite a few times 🤣 A maid is being framed for something she didn’t do and this cowboy tries and helps her out and ends up falling for her. If you want a quick read, about a grumpy Cowboy and a woman in jeopardy, read this.
Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
I am not sure where to start. I was hoping for a raunchy read even though I am not into all the kinks that are displayed throughout the book. This is my first experience with this author, as well. So I thought, why not. I like a good forbidden romance with a little kink.
I can tell you that it wasn’t the kink or kinks (including erotic humiliation, degradation, edging, light bondage, pubic play, and raw sex) that bothered me. I am not into all the kinks and some got to be a bit much but they did not take away from the story. What took away from the story was the strange dialogue, the excess details and explanation, the overall length of the story, and the almost ending. Let me explain, I will try to keep it brief. There was a lot of dialogue, which normally I love! Some of it was stilted and weird, like not fitting the scene or the character. Some of the dialogue even detracted from the established characters. And, then waiting until like page 400 to let the sister/best friend find out??
Xena is Veronica’s (aka Ron and Ronnie) best friend. For years, Xena has been secretly in love with Ron’s brother, Vaughn. Twist! Vaughn has been secretly lusting after Xena for years as well. Vaughn has finally decided that he has waited long enough and wants to be with Xena. The one thing holding Xena back is Ron’s reaction. Ron and Vaughn didn’t have great parents and only have each other. Xena didn’t want to come between the siblings. Vaughn convinces Xena to pursue a relationship with him but agrees to keep it quiet at Xena’s insistence. Enter a secret bad guy. Ron finds out. She does not take it well. Threats are issues, choices made.
Maybe I missed it but can anyone tell me why Ron calls Xena Jay? I will probably read the second one just to know how it ends. If the bad guy gets what is coming to them. If Vaughn finds out the truth. If Zippy gets Finn. So many questions. Not great but not the worst I have read.
Absolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book went in a different direction than a typical story by the author with whom I am most familiar. Sure, there were the usual themes of revenge, drama, organized crime, fighting for justice of women that were used for the sport of their men, and steamy scenes. But the special gifts were an interesting twist. Not bad, just interesting.
Whitney started hearing voices about a year ago. As she grows ever closer to 30, her grandmother says that her gifts will improve. The grandmother is willing to train her to use her gifts. RIght now, she has a pretty insistent voice telling her that Whitney has to help her, Juliana, bring closure to Juliana’s ex-boyfriend. When Whitney agrees to help Juliana, Whitney discovers one small problem.
Dominic has never had an easy life. After his neglectful mother finally left him on his own at 16, he managed to survive. Dominic met a woman that he loved when he was 20. Juliana was everything to him but her wealthy father didn’t approve of Dominic. When Juliana disappeared, her father did everything to blame Dominic, even having jailed and tried for her murder, although a body was never found. Now Dominic isn’t a kid anymore and has more money and power than Juliana’s father ever did. Dominic has long planned to ruin Juliana’s father.
Enter Whitney. One look, one word and Dominic is thrown off his game. How could Juliana be there, in the lobby of his office building? Except, she is claiming not to Juliana, that her name is Whitney. Cue mayhem, revenge, ghosts and bad men popping out of everywhere. Whitney helps Juliana with the closure that she needed, but will it help Dominic?
I am in whenever Anise is writing. So far she has not led me astray. I am there. It is good. This was no exception. Taylor is growing on me. Don’t stop!! I am there for the next outstanding collaboration!!
Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a really well-written and intriguing story that is full of twists and turns from start to finish. This is one of those books that truly feels like it could go any way, at any time. I thought the author did a great job of pulling you into the story and making you want to see how it would all play out. I thought the dynamic between all the characters was really well done. They all played their part perfectly and fit into the overall story with ease.
This is the first book that I have read by this author but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I thought the book was easy to get into and it kept my attention from the first page to the last. I am looking forward to reading more of this author in the future.
The 45th Parallel by T.S. Simons
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Caitlin and Seraphine are fed up with their lives being ordered around and planned for them. They long for adventure! One way to get to an adventure faster is to reactivate the Nexus that their parents shut down fourteen years ago. Imagine their surprise when they do such and then find themselves in a completely different community; one they never even knew of existing. They quickly learn that there are more communities like the one they landed in, and they are all underwater. While some of the communities have thrived as best they can, other communities have become more militaristic in their pursuit to stay alive. All of the lessons that they have learned over the years, be it by schooling or punishment, serves them in their very real situation of trying to stay alive long enough to contact home. Can they get back home at all? Or will they have opened up home to invasion by the communities that are struggling to survive? Will there even be a home to return to?
This was a fascinating read for me! Having read this series from the beginning, it was fun to see the girls’ point of view on how they saw things transpire. The book is from Caitlin’s point of view, and she is a 21-year-old struggling to come to grips with what it means for her to have a “special role” to fulfill in order for mankind to even have the possibility of living outside the domes and underwater communities. I think the author caught her angst of wanting to be on her own, but guilt at how she snuck around, and also leading her sister into danger. It was interesting to find out there were whole new communities and their struggles; seeing how they chose to deal with dwindling resources. While some exceeded expectations, other grew hostile and guarded.
I am looking forward to seeing the next installment in this series and what the author adds next!
Saving the Bellydancer by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a very quick read so if you are looking for a quick, but solid romance this is the story for you. I will preface this with saying there are some TWs such as domestic violence and abuse so please know that going in. I really loved how well the author handled this topic. Parmley did it with grace and kindness while still underscoring the harshness of it. One of my favorite aspects of the book was Cutter’s relationship with his grandmother. It’s very cute and realistic. Cutter and Zarifah’s relationship is dramatic from the get go, but they each learn that being in a relationship is not only about loving the other person, but also about loving yourself. I loved the quickness of this read but without loosing any complexity. Parmley was able to develop characters and plot lines in a very short amount of time. Great read!
Reviewed by @meggs1717
Finding Bryce by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Pippa wanted nothing more than to protect her child and herself. Pippa feared her ex-husband, knowing how volatile he could be. So she did the only thing she could do, she ran. She ran and escaped Stan, but the fear of him catching up to her is something she thought would never leave her.
One day, Pippa receives a call, saying that Stan is in jail. Pippa feels such glee that she gives into her desires and has a night of passion with a handsome gladiator she met at a Halloween masquerade party.
No names, no contact, no information on the other person; just a night filled with passion. And unbeknownst to both of them, from that night of passion was born a child, a boy named Bryce, their son.
After Bryce turns 2, Stan is out of prison, and he finds Pippa and Bryce, and kidnaps both of them.
Thankfully Diesel, (our handsome gladiator) is a Navy Seal, and was already on his way to find Pippa after finding out she has a son, and the child is his.
I highly recommend reading this book with all its twists and turns and suspense and thrills! I promise you’ll love it!!
Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A great book, but unfortunately a very short read. I would have loved to have seen more detail in both the characters and the plot. The author did a great job of keeping me on my toes, but it ended all too quickly. I enjoy a complex book, but this lacked that complexity that I love. I can say that I cannot wait to dive into the rest of this series because I want to know what happens next!
The romance is there, but not as in depth as I would have liked to see. Honestly it is difficult to talk about this novel without giving anything away because of how short it is. I guess you will just have to pick this book up for a quick read!
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Chatroom with a View by Glenn Maynard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have to say.. I was on the edge of my seat with each paragraph I read. I was eager to know what happened next. In some instances, it was predictable, but other times I was surprised. There was an incredible amount of detail in each paragraph, that there was a deep understanding for the characters and what they were thinking. The way the author wrote about the characters and the plot felt like I was watching a movie.
I cannot get over the detail. Troy comes out of the book and you feel sorry for him but you get frustrated with him at the same time. And then you get to know Veronica more, and that is all I will say about that. You will have to read more to know what I mean. Be careful though, once you pick it up you will not be able to put it down.
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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62093350-wild-lavender” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand, #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1661547481l/62093350._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62093350-wild-lavender”>Wild Lavender</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22724013.Nicole_E_Kelleher”>Nicole E. Kelleher</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5343797958″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
I cannot say how I thoroughly got caught up in this book, it is one of the few ever that I felt I needed to finish as quick as possible (to see how everyone ends up) but also I did not want it to finish, as I did not want it to come to a stop, yes it is one of those books.<br />The world building and character development is extremely well done.<br />We meet Aubrianna 2 years previous to the main story, setting us up for the main story by her meeting an unknown man whilst trying to get back into the family area of the castle one night. Fast forward 2 years and the whole world changes for Anna.<br />An arranged marriage to someone she does not know, ends up showing Aubrianna just how strong she is, bringing forth the historical lineage of the women of her line.<br />Larkin is the playboy nephew of the queen, the fates have dictated and the stars have aligned for him to meet his Anna again. The horror that has befallen her and her family, can he help to bring her through it. <br />Love, Lust, Abuse, Misogyny, Murder, Treason, Kick A** lead female, This book has everything.<br />
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