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Drifting, Falling: Diary of a Call Girl Suicide by A.J. Ullman – Review by Heather Lovelace

Drifting, Falling -- Diary of a Call Girl SuicideDrifting, Falling — Diary of a Call Girl Suicide by A.J. Ullman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ullman weaves quite the spellbinding tale in this piece. The unexpected title grabs your attention immediately. And the premise, not my usual read, was intriguing with a well developed main character and plot. Ripley was a very complex and unique main character to follow and I was intrigued to walk alongside her throughout these pages. I won’t say much about the plot to avoid any spoilers. But suffice to say if you are at all intrigued by the summary you won’t be disappointed by this piece of fiction. Ullman does a fantastic job developing this story. Another great book by this author.

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I’ll See You Again: A Scottish rock star, standalone opposites-attract romance (Reigning Hearts Book 4) by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Heather Lovelace

I'll See You Again (Reigning Hearts, #4)I’ll See You Again by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I will always and forever one click anything Fletcher writes. And this latest book in my library continues to reinforce my opinion on this matter. I love how she weaves her stories with strong main characters, raw emotion, slow burn, and a great soundtrack. This time our male lead is a Scot – oh yeah – and his leading lady is a strong willed gal that immediately had me cheering her on. From start to finish this book drew me in and pulled at my heart strings in the most beautiful of ways. Loved every page!!!

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Build-A-Book Workshop (The Literary Handyman Book 2) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Heather Lovelace

Build-A-Book WorkshopBuild-A-Book Workshop by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As someone who has always had a secret desire to self-publish, I found this book to be extremely interesting and insightful. Ackley-McPhail does a nice job explaining things in an informative way without being overly droll and boring. If you are looking to self-publish one day, I believe you’ll find the information provided to be useful and helpful. A good book exploring the workings of a piece of literature and how to put your best foot forward.

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Road Tripped (Satan’s Devils MC Utah #1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Heather Lovelace

Road Tripped (Satan's Devils MC Utah #1)Road Tripped by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mellett continues to expand her MC universe with this latest extension of the club into the Utah chapter. I’m never quite sure how Mellett will continue to surprise and thrill but she masterfully engages the reader in this universe and pulls forward characters introduced in previous installments to deepen the relationships forget between the reader and the club. Not giving anything away, I simply devoured this book and cannot wait to see how the series continues. Believe me when I say, when you have one, you’ll want them all!

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On With the Butter! Spread More Living onto Everyday Life by Heidi Herman – Review by Heather Lovelace

On With the Butter!On With the Butter! by Heidi Herman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I found Herman to have an easy writing style and found the advice and narrative to be both timely and poignant. Sprinkling in another heritage to tie it all together, this engaging self-care journey is one that everyone should read. Great advice. Great words to live by. A very enjoyable book.

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Accountability (Scope of Practice Book 3) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Heather Lovelace

Accountability (Scope of Practice #3)Accountability by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Aiken-Hall is proving to be a must read author or suspense and crime novels. Her stories continue to complete spellbind the reader. This latest installment in the series is best appreciated and digested if read in series order. Another emotional, suspense-filled read, I loved every page and cannot recommend it highly enough. A must read!

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Finding His Zen by Tammy Mannersly – Review by Heather Lovelace

Finding His ZenFinding His Zen by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story has all has all of the right feels. Wonderful characters, sports, just the right amount of conflict – I really enjoyed Mannersly’s writing style and found this book to an extremely enjoyable and easy read. This is the perfect book for an afternoon of leisure. Loved it.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Heather Lovelace

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Heed the description – this book is for mature readers only. Also not one you will want to read in public. Wood is a new author to me and although there is much to be cautioned of from an explicit standpoint there is also genuine emotion at the root with a strong storyline. I found this to be a quick read and one that I enjoyed.

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True Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel Book 4) by India Kells – Review by Heather Lovelace

True Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel #4)True Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kells continues to weave such a fantastic tale of romance and suspense in such a way that I still cannot anticipate what will happen next. This series has left me breathless every book and this installment was certainly no exception. To best appreciate the storyline development you truly should read the entire series. Honestly once you pick up one you will want them all. Another masterful addition to my library. I cannot wait to read it again!

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Distant Heart Sounds (Nurse Morgan Series Book 1) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Heather Lovelace

Distant Heart SoundsDistant Heart Sounds by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This unexpected delight left me intrigued and wanting more. MacInnis is a new author to me and I thoroughly enjoyed this romp with the paranormal in a tongue in cheek way. It dances a fine line between skepticism and humor and truthfully provides a fun look into the new world our lead character finds herself in following a major life event. The first chapter did a fantastic job setting up the story and the character and simply took off from there. Truly delightful, I look forward to seeing where the series takes me next.

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Rose by Any Other Name (The Sisters, Texas Series, Book 10) by Becki Willis – Review by Heather Lovelace

Rose by Any Other Name (The Sisters, Texas #10)Rose by Any Other Name by Becki Willis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This caper left me glued to my seat. I thoroughly enjoy how Willis weaves her stories together and this latest installment in The Sisters Texas series is another winner. I really enjoy how the characters are tangible, flawed, and downright funny. There is humor even in the dark and twisted. This whodunit isn’t a scare fest but it immediately jumps in and makes you wonder exactly who Rose is and what in the world has happened? If you’ve ever lived in a small town you’ll appreciate how true this rings in situation and dynamic. I have enjoyed each of the books in this series and hope to read more from this author soon. Mystery lovers – pick up this series immediately!

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Enchanted Passion (The Protectors Series Book 4) by Toya Richardson – Review by Heather Lovelace

Enchanted Passion The Protectors Series Book 4Enchanted Passion The Protectors Series Book 4 by Toya Richardson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I always find Richardson to do a wonderful job balancing emotion and fantasy and romance into a beautifully written story. This latest installment in the protectors series is no exception. I was captivated immediately and found myself connecting to the characters. I loved Luna (always had a soft spot for that name) – she truly resonated with me. All in all a truly great book and series. Another winner – highly recommend!

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The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight Book 1) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Heather Lovelace

The Lightning Horse (Empire at Twilight, #1)The Lightning Horse by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This history buff is thrilled to have found Holmes and her treasures. This is my second book by this author and will definitely not be the last I pick up. I thoroughly enjoyed how she entwines drama and adventure into different historical eras and brings them to life. The characters were extremely well written. I felt like I was transported to walk alongside these characters and loved the journey I found. A great piece of historical fiction.

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Solstice Shadows: A VanOps Thriller by Avanti Centrae – Review by Heather Lovelace

Solstice Shadows: A VanOps ThrillerSolstice Shadows: A VanOps Thriller by Avanti Centrae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This adventure had me glued to the pages right from the start. Centrae started the book with an immediate dramatic flair and the adventure never let up. Centrae is a new author to me but one I am very thankful to have found. I enjoyed her writing style and thoroughly enjoyed this thriller. I hope to read more from her very soon.

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Lucky at Love (Some guys just never give up) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Heather Lovelace

Lucky at Love: Some Guys Just Never Give Up...Lucky at Love: Some Guys Just Never Give Up… by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Another page turner from Hamilton! I love how versatile Hamilton is and found another heartfelt piece of fiction to gladly add to my collection. I loved this book and found the characters to be relatable and well developed. Will highly recommend to others.

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Finders Reapers: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 4) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Heather Lovelace

Finders Reapers (New Orleans Nocturnes, #4)Finders Reapers by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love how Pulkinen formulates her stories. She is a master at the paranormal romance genre with a comedic touch. They are always entertaining and relatable. This latest installment kept my pages turning as fast as they would go. Loved it and definitely recommend!

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EverMarked by AJ Eversley – Review by Heather Lovelace

EverMarkedEverMarked by A.J. Eversley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by this author and I really enjoyed it. The plot flows very well and I love the attention to detail. The beautiful cover immediately drew me in and I was fascinated by the story that Eversley wove together. A quick read for me and one I definitely enjoyed. I look forward to reading more in the series.

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Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) by Nesa Miller – Review by Heather Lovelace

Alamir, Blood of Kaos Series, Book IAlamir, Blood of Kaos Series, Book I by Nesa Miller
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Miller is a fantastic talent and I loved this book. Immediately I was transported into this world and found myself invested in finding out what happened with Etain and who she is. I loved how the story unfolded and couldn’t put it down. Simply put I am excited to continue reading this series and seeing what happens next. Fantasy lovers – this is a must read!

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House of Illusions by Pippa J. Frost – Review by Heather Lovelace

House of Illusions: A Dark Fantasy RomanceHouse of Illusions: A Dark Fantasy Romance by Pippa J. Frost
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved how Frost started this story. It was a beginning that immediately pulled me in and caused me to understand more about our heroine and her world. This fantasy felt tangible and epic. I really appreciated the world building and the class distinction that was outlined. I thought the characters were well developed and a great amount of thought was used to develop this world and all of its inhabitants. Frost has put together a beautiful world in my estimation and one that I hope I am able to visit again. This is a book I am adding to my “read again” list – I cannot wait to enjoy these characters again!

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Composed (An Ash Park Novel Book 8) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Heather Lovelace

Composed: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 8)Composed: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I bow down to the almighty pen wielded by O’Flynn. She is so extremely gifted. The stories that she puts in your hands… if you are craving an amazing story, filled with twists and turns, and then some more, criminal minds, mayhem and murder – RUN and pick up this latest treasure. Each book stands on its own well but I will tell you now, you will want every single book O’Flynn has written. I was left breathless with every page and simply couldn’t put it down until I finished reading. Haunting, suspense-filled – I simply loved it. I can not recommend it more highly. Five stars doesn’t do it justice.

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Alamir (Blood of Kaos Series Book 1) AUDIBLE BOOK TOUR by Nesa Miller – Review by Heather Lovelace

Miller is a fantastic talent and I loved this book. I really enjoyed listening to the book I had become found of and found that it opened up the world even more immediately to my senses. I loved this book and enjoyed listening to the audio performance. Recommend both highly.

Alligators in the Trees by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Heather Lovelace

Alligators in the treesAlligators in the trees by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hamilton continues to surprise me in the best possible way. I’ve enjoyed several of her books to date and love how versatile she is skipping between genres. This story is filled with fantastic characters and just a truly touching story line. This book cements Hamilton’s addition to my must read list. If she writes it, I’m buying.

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Secure Desire (Chase Security Series Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Heather Lovelace

Secure Desire (Chase Security Series Book 1)Secure Desire by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Action packed from the first page. If you are in the market for a little bit of everything this book is definitely for you. Loved the storyline and the characters. The plot moved quickly and the characters felt relatable and well developed. Just the right balance between romance and suspense and action. Just a fantastic ride that I look forward to taking again!

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Old and New: The Enchanted Wedding Dress (The MacLellan Sisters Trilogy Book 1) by Lucinda Race – Review by Heather Lovelace

Old and New: The Enchanted Wedding Dress Book 1 (The MacLellan Sisters Trilogy)Old and New: The Enchanted Wedding Dress Book 1 by Lucinda Race
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh this did my romantic sentimental heart so much good. In the midst of so much turmoil in the world at this moment I loved escaping into these pages and reading about these sisters and the treasure from their grandmother. I loved the way Race built each character and relationship. And I adored the way this story unfolded. Book one in a trilogy that I cannot wait to finish – just a beautiful read.

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Forest Park: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 2 (The Logan McKenna Series) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Heather Lovelace

Forest Park: Logan Book 2 (The Logan McKenna Series)Forest Park: Logan Book 2 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Davisson continues the Logan series with another fabulous detail packed story. I really appreciate the level of detail this author uses to describe her characters and the storyline progression. The imagery is so vibrant that I felt like I was walking with the characters through the story and was kept guessing as to what would happen next. I loved how the author drew me in and the adventure that unfolded. I look forward to seeing how the the series continues to develop!

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Heather Lovelace

House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis, #0)House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved Valkyrie’s first book in the series and was excited to pick up this origin short story. If you aren’t familiar with the series, this quick read will definitely grab your attention. Zen and Urd – what an amazing pair! I flew through these pages and found some great detail and backstory that helped me appreciate even more the House Valdis series. Valkyrie is truly finding her voice in the paranormal genre and is one to watch – I believe her talent is only starting to come to the surface – watch out world!

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Falling for the Texan (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 2) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Heather Lovelace

Falling for the Texan (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge, #2)Falling for the Texan by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

These Prentice brothers are killing me – in the very best possible way. Flockton has done it again with another romance that makes you love every character and climb into the pages to live life with them. They feel very real and translate extremely well. Flockton is proving to be a good to writer for me of feel good romance books. You get sass, humor, burn, and fun. Loved it.

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Deception by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Heather Lovelace

DeceptionDeception by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

To say this story starts off with a bang might be a bit too literal. But the author sets the tone from page one and establishes strongly a historical context for our main character and the trappings of his present day life. I was immediately captivated by Joe’s character and anticipated quite a story to unravel beneath his many layers. I wasn’t wrong or disappointed. This book kept me guessing in all the right ways. If you like romantic suspense, with drama and emotion, this book definitely is worthy of picking up immediately.

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Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1) by Kinney Scott – Review by Heather Lovelace

Better Than Goodbye (Venture Book 1)Better Than Goodbye by Kinney Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Riveting. Absolutely riveting. I felt Amanda and Kent’s connection barreling out of the pages. You couldn’t help but feel their connection burning. It kept me glued to the book and invested completely to see how, if, when would they find their way back to one another. If you love instant chemistry and long lost love, you have to get this book immediately.

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A Duke Never Forgets (The Duke Hunters Club Book 3) by Bianca Blythe – Review by Heather Lovelace

A Duke Never Forgets (The Duke Hunters Club, #3)A Duke Never Forgets by Bianca Blythe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this regency romance and the journey Blythe takes the reader on. The pages are filled with family turmoil, deceit, ambition, humor, and ultimately romance. I thought this was a fun read that didn’t take its subjects too seriously and also had some fun with a popular secular trope. All in all, this quick read was a fun addition to my day and was easily read in one sitting. If you like witty banter, eye rolling family drama, and the simmer of a love that doesn’t seem like it will overcome, you’ll enjoy the journey this book takes you on.

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