The Debt Collector by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Romance. Suspense. Dang…the book left my head spinning. I was immediately drawn in by the detailed characters and storyline. And what an amazingly awesome ride it was… I was on the edge of my seat reading as fast as I could. Loved it and looking forward to reading more in this series and from this author.
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Forgetting Ophelia: A Novel by Julie C. Gardner
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Lia leapt off the pages and into my heart. This book is wonderfully full and real. Lia truly resonated deeply with me through her emotions, trials, decisions, growth. I loved reading this book and highly recommend it to others.
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Leaving Jackson Wolf by P.A. Kane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This coming of age story kept me engaged from beginning to end. I enjoyed the plot and characters and felt the author did a thorough job establishing each piece in rich detail. This story is one of discovery. This emotional roller coaster ride did a noteworthy job tackling tough and relatable YA subjects that included bullying. This book and its subject felt very real, very true, and highly relatable, no matter the reader’s stage of life. I highly recommend reading this book.
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Claiming Her Mates by Dia Cole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book surprised me in the best possible way. I was not sure I understood how the author was going to successfully combine romance with zombies and werewolves. But wow – did she ever!!! Havana is a fantastic character. I hope as the series continues we get a deeper look into her background. The author left the book wide open for directions the next book or books might take. Just a really cool paranormal romance read.
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Untrainable by Jamie Schlosser
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This romantic comedy had me reading this story as fast as I could. I simply loved the chemistry between the characters and the story development. The author doesn’t take herself or her characters too seriously. There is a light hearted and heart warming tone to the entire story. I really appreciated how the story developed and the characters developed as well. Just a fun read that I will gladly read over and over again.
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The Moon in Her Eyes: a witch’s tale by Nikki Broadwell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Paranormal – check.
Fantasy – check.
Romance – check.
Time travel – check.
This book grabbed my attention immediately. Although the second book in the series, I jumped in without having read the first and didn’t feel like I was at a disadvantage. The storyline was fascinating. The characters were well developed. The storyline was rich in detail. Really enjoyed this book and look forward to going back to read the first in the series.
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Fatal Legislation: A Novel: Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 2 by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! Butler does it again with this book. She creates another installment into a world filled with action and drama. The book kept me enthralled and engaged from beginning to end. The Karina Cardinal Series has turned into a must read for me, one that I will highly recommend to others. Wonderful!
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Degrees of Power by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
How is this series over? Via Mari has created such a fantastic series and such amazing characters. We’ve followed Kat and Chase on such a journey. Beautifully written, this conclusion truly was the perfect capstone. I am looking forward to reading this entire series again and again. Wonderfully and beautifully written. I am only sad that the series had to come to an end.
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A Frothy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another charming book from Abbott. This book has it all: attraction, charm, romance, and coffee. This is a perfect addition to your Christmas reading list. Abbott is a gifted author and has established a wonderful series of books here, which stand-alone well. All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and will gladly recommend it to others.
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The Confectioner’s Truth by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a fantastic ending to this series! For greatest enjoyment, readers should read this book in the order presented. These books have taken me on such an amazing journey. I have become quite invested into these characters. I am still at a bit of a loss for words since finishing the book. Luana has another winner. Loved it!
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Heart of a Hunk: A Limited-Edition Collection of Bad Boy, Billionaire and Hunky Romance Heroes by Nicole Morgan
The Confectioner’s Coup by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Luana does it again! This second installment in the series definitely does not disappoint. The world building, character development, storytelling … all are spellbinding and right on point. I can’t say enough good things about this author and series and certainly cannot wait to read more. Loved it!
It Ends Tonight by A.M. Myers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This series continues to surprise me in the very best possible way. Myers is truly a gifted writer and does a beautiful job in this book and series embracing real issues. The characters immediately connect with the reader on a personal level. This book can be read as a stand-alone.
This series and author should be placed on your must read list. Definitely recommend!
Hometown Heroes: A Christmas Anthology by Carrie Dalby
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The perfect anthology for Christmas! This romance collection hits all the right notes with the hometown themes and sweet romance thrown in to the mix. The collection provides tales from six authors and they lend themselves to each other well. Each story was heartwarming and relatable and just felt perfect for a fire, couch, cup of good cheer, and Christmas decorations. Just completely heartwarming. Loved it!
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A Pink Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another sweet and engaging Christmas tale from Abbott. She is quickly becoming a go-to author for me, especially for feel good romance. This engaging tale was a quick a delightful read. The characters were rich and had a wonderful banter throughout that kept things real and relatable. Wonderful book. Looking forward to reading the next in the series!
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Shoot Me by Lynda Filler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Let’s go to Mexico! Filler does another masterful job weaving a fast-paced and exotic tale with relatable characters and tantalizing plot points. Filler is fast becoming a favorite author. She sets the mood and the pace quickly and engages the reader immediately. I cannot wait to read the next book as well as read this book again. Definitely recommended!
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Rhapsody and Rebellion by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Admittedly, I LOVE a good historical romance. And thankfully this book definitely did not disappoint. The main characters and wonderfully crafted. The reader is immediately transported and immersed into Scotland. I kept thinking if I just closed my eyes and opened them I would “wake” to bonny Scotland. If the Highlands call to you, you MUST read this book ASAP.
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Only This Tuesday: A Copper Mills Novella by Melissa Keir
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Melissa Keir has done a beautiful job weaving this tale in such a way to engage the reader immediately and leave them wanting more. This novella has a beautiful relationship to follow with Tuesday and Blake. Their romance has plenty of baggage to overcome and the author does a fantastic job developing the characters and plot. I thoroughly enjoyed this quick read and didn’t want it to end. Cannot wait to read more from Keir.
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Hope’s Decree by Angela McPherson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Greek mythology and love and suspense wrapped into this lovely packaging – yes please! I love Greek mythology and loved how the author incorporated it into this story. Abbott wove a fantastic story, one that captivated me from beginning to end. This series is set up beautifully and I look forward to reading more.
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A Tangy Christmas Kiss by Allyson R. Abbott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I loved this book from start to finish. This charming, quirky tale was engaging from the very first page. The characters were immediately relatable. Allyson Abbott is quickly becoming a must read author for me. Easy and fun, this book kept me entertained and engaged. It felt like a perfect read for the holidays. Definitely will recommend to others.
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Climbing The Walls by Sacha T. Y. Fortuné
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book from Fortuné is an emotional rollercoaster in the best possible way. It treats its characters and relationships in a very realistic way. The author kept me engaged and kept me guessing as to how everything would resolve. The plot is solid, the pacing is steady, and the characters are realistic and relatable. Overall, a very good book and one I will gladly recommend to others.
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Eastern Shore Swingers Books 1-3 by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This series is not for someone lacking an open mind. These books challenge socially accepted norms regarding sex. Each book is well written and stands on its own easily. However once you dive in and become introduced to these characters and this club and this town, you will want to read them all. I’ve become a huge fan of Phoebe Alexander and look forward to reading more from her.
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Hope’s Deceit by Angela McPherson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What an action-packed, non-stop adventure! To fully appreciate and understand this book, the reader must read the book in series order. It picks up right where book one ended. The author does a fantastic job further developing the main characters and the universe this series occupies. Absolutely 100% would recommend this to others. Just a fantastic book. I can’t wait to see what happens next in the series!
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The Changeup by Mary Billiter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Cupid and crime in the same story? Yes please! Billiter has another homerun with this book. Entertaining and fun, this book was an immediate page turner and one I couldn’t walk away from before reading to the last page. I loved the characters. I was immediately transported into the story and vested into the storyline that developed. A great book and one I look forward to reading again.
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Mouse Trapped: Satan’s Devils MC #9 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Once again, Mellett does a fantastic job bringing the reader a story that has a little bit of everything. Suspense, action, romance – these themes send the reader on an exciting journey of emotions. It stands well on its own but I felt better prepared for the closer look into Mouse this book brought having read other books in the series. Overall, just a fantastic book and series. I’ve become a huge fan of Mellett and look forward to reading more.
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Dangerous Ground: Tina and Chase’s Story by Alice Rachel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The author continues to weave an amazing tale throughout this series. For the best appreciation, this should be read in series order. Each book lends itself one to the other with character development and plot points. This one definitely follows its predecessors with its engaging characters and fast moving plot. I was engaged from beginning to end. Action packed, this book will leave its readers breathless.
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Caught in Make-Believe by Sharleen Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This one has it all – romance, mystery, suspense. It can definitely be enjoyed as a stand-alone. However I believe greatest enjoyment would come from reading this series in order. This book has a steady pace, a fantastic ebb and flow. I loved the characters and how they developed throughout the story. All in all, a fantastic book and one I look forward to reading again to catch any details I missed the first time.
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Burning Night: where the ashes of the past awaken the future by Nikki Broadwell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! What an excellent book! This author continues to enthrall and fascinate me with her characters and storylines. I never knew what to expect with this book and found myself riding a rollercoaster of emotion. It was another book I simply couldn’t put down. Definitely recommend – you simply must read this book!
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Courage by Chelsi Arnold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a wonderful book. I literally experienced the full range of emotions while walking through these pages. Anger. Heartbreak. Joy. Relief. This book was one I will gladly go back and read again. It is part of the Sisterhood series. Although it can be read as a stand-alone I believe the greatest appreciation for the story and characters will come from reading it in series order. Just a wonderful book. Thank you, Ms. Arnold.
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Reckless – An Anthology by Mika Jolie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Loved this anthology of short romance stories. Quick and easy. Perfect for a lazy afternoon. I enjoyed the quick stories. Each author provided an enjoyable tale with relatable characters. This anthology is one that will be enjoyed by most romance readers.
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