Four stars
I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel going into the second book of the series but the author continued to move me beyond what I was prepared for. And the narration took the emotion to another level. Just an excellent overwhelming book that really moved me. Wow.
Four stars
This book is riveting and full of emotion and the narration just took it to a very stirring level. The emotions are tangible and bigger than the book and just completely overwhelmed me. The narrator did a good job conveying the intent of the author’s work. Well done.
Wolf’s Beautiful Beast by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Brilliant! Utterly brilliant! I truly love how the author has put a fresh spin on classic fairy tales and combined them into something completely new yet remaining true to its counterparts. This whole serious has captured my heart and been such a wonderful escape. You can read them as stand alone novels but they do build off one another in a way that they are best appreciated in series order. I can’t help but hope that the author will be bringing us more fairy tale goodness. So good!
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The SEAL’s Temptation by Jacquie Biggar
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book has a lot going on and so much to digest. I really enjoyed exploring the different relationships in the book and all of the emotions involved. An action packed book that I couldn’t put down. I really enjoyed it.
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Electric Temptation by Toya Richardson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This may be my favorite yet. Richardson has woven such a fantastic tale together throughout this series. And it feels like it has all been building toward this book. This first chapter immediately drew me in. It’s full of paranormal goodness, shifters, magic, emotion, action – all the good stuff. I don’t want to give it away because everyone should have the chance to read this and watch it unfold. Just such a fantastic book.
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Twisted Throttle by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Mellett continues to outdo herself with every book. And I’m pretty sure this one is my favorite to date. Gripping, emotional, raw – everything was felt as I read these pages. You don’t have to read the others in the series to appreciate the book and author. But I promise you that you will want to immediately read every work she has ever written. Just so amazingly wonderful.
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The Ocean’s Light by Mina Chara
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love how the author crafts her stories. And this latest is such an interesting departure from her Hero High series. I loved the movement and feel of this book. It unfolded beautifully and really grabbed my attention. I love a good swashbuckling tale and this felt original. It was a truly enjoyable read that unfolded like a movie in my mind.
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Peaceful Slumber by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Wow. So I knew by the summary I would be interested in this book. Boy did it ever hold me captive as I flew though the pages. Such an original story. I loved how it moved and the different points of view we got through it all. Very fascinating and original. I really enjoyed it.
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Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The author continues to amaze me with her writing and how she finds a way to continue adding to her series and building upon it seamlessly. This book was explosive right from the beginning and had me gripping the edge of my seat. Just from chapter one I had to know how everything would resolve. Completely captivated, this page turner just gripped me in the best possible way. Finished it one setting and will be going back to read it again very soon.
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Auctioned by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The author always does a beautiful job balancing suspense and romance and this book is no exception. Immediately captivating, you’ll find yourself holding your breath equally for intensity of emotion and action. Just a perfect balance that made it where I couldn’t put this page turned down.
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Red’s Tangled Tale by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The author continues to absolutely capture my attention and hold me captive with this series of books. I love her take on classic fairytales and her attention to detail as she weaves beloved tales together to create a new adventure. I loved this look into Red Riding Hood and her history. I love the tenacity that is brought forward in a little girl that is reduced to a silly and inattentive wisp quite often. Loved every page and cannot wait to read book 3!
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Four stars
I love Pulkinen’s writing and thoroughly enjoyed experiencing this story through audio. The narrator does a nice job conveying the emotion of all of the characters, especially the sass of a southern lady who is trying desperately to fit in to the supernatural community without an ounce of magic to her name, or so she thinks. A fun book and a fun listen.
Daisy’s Darkness by D.M. Earl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Wow. I thought I knew what I was getting ready to read when I picked this book up. But I wasn’t prepared for the pure emotion that filled every page. You name it – I felt it. I felt it for Daisy. I felt it as Daisy. Beautifully written, the author works through some really remarkable emotion toil and social issues and treats them with levity. Nothing was glossed over. Everything felt authentic. Just an incredibly well written book.
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City of Whispers by Katt Powers
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
From the stunning cover to the fantastic story within the pages, I was immediately swept into this fantasy and transported into another world. Equal parts fantasy and adventure, I really loved the journey that unfolded in every page. One of self discovery and struggle. Every emotion felt real and the action felt tangible. I really enjoyed this book and am thankful to see it is part of a series. Can’t wait to read more.
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To be a Fae Queen by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This fantastic book held me captive from beginning to end. I am no stranger to this author but found her to find a new voice through these pages that completely enthralled me. This amazing tale unfolded before my eyes and whisked me away to an enchanted land filled with beautiful detail. This fantasy was everything I was hoping it would be ever since seeing the beautiful cover. It didn’t disappoint except that it ended at all. Simply loved it.
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Loyalty & Lies by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another spicy addition to the Spicetopia universe with a wonderful crossover from the Eastern Shore Swingers. If you are looking for a book and series that will push your boundaries on what is acceptable or taboo, entertain yourself fantasies with the fantastic and possible, and make you need a fan – look no further. It is for mature readers only.
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Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’m not even sure how to process this. Heavy. Raw. Emotional. Real. This book rightly gives a disclaimer at the start. Heed it. If you are looking for rainbows and unicorns and warm fuzzies and HEA, this isn’t it. If you are looking for unadulterated emotion and life, this is it. Wow.
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THE ISTANBUL HEIST: Code Raven 8 by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Filler is a genius. Hands down. This series continues to grip me in the best possible way. I’m pretty sure this installment was the best one yet. The perfect amount of action and suspense. I literally could not put the book down. A simply genius book and series. I can’t wait to read it again.
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Can Dreams Come True? by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this story and immediately connected with Cecile and her interaction with Andrew. There felt to be a natural push and pull that I would expect with this type of story. Just an easy and fun read. I’m excited to see how their series progresses.
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10 Days by KJ Holliday
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Holliday puts together a great quick romantic comedy that really was what I needed for the afternoon. I really enjoyed this fun story that had me laughing in all the right places. I look forward to reading more from this author.
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The World Beyond the Walls by Jean Gill
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This epic conclusion to the series was everything I was hoping it would be. Such a fantastic adventure, it stands well on its own but truthfully is that much richer having read the whole series. Gill has done a beautiful job creating this world and these characters. Loved every page.
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Secure Her by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Dunn does an amazing job tackling a serious subject in the midst of a contemporary romance. This series has been good but this installment is the most riveting to date for me. Sensitive to the subject matter, realistic, emotional – a real connection point with the main characters to the reader. You cared about the relationship and the backstory and the possible hea as well as the suspense that was at the heart of the plot. Really well written.
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The Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is a brilliant work that requires a quiet space and plenty of concentration. Intrigue, suspense – with a fascinating narration POV, this story takes a bit to get used to the flow and movement but unfolds quickly. You will find yourself absorbed and transported. The author does an amazing job balancing this complicated storyline and subject while maintaining good balance and keeping the reader engaged. Just a terrific piece of writing.
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Hook’s Little Mermaid by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fairy tale – check. Mash up of beloved fairy tales – check. Brilliantly merged stories that create a brand new universe of imagery and imagination – triple check. The author does a brilliant job weaving together a tale that felt familiar and original all at the same time. It was brilliant and I loved every page. And now I’m torn as to whether I should immediately reread this book or devour the next in the series. Maybe both!!!!!
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Granted: Curse of the Emerald Jinn by Rachel Huffmire
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This clever tale really captivated me in the first chapter. I like a good YA fantasy and this one had just the right amount of struggle and magic. In the paranormal genre often times we overlook the amazing world of the jinn. I loved how Huffmire explored this through the eyes of a 16 year old boy. Very well written.
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Hacker by Raven White
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and Travers’s writing. I’ve read works from this author previously and always find myself completely transported into the world that unfolds in my mind. This book was a fantastic blend of chemistry and action and suspense. Loved every page and am hoping for more in the series.
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Strings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I am a sucker for a second chance romance and was eager to pick this one up and dive into the pages. This book was a quick read for me and one that felt like it could have easily been bigger. I fell into it easily, connected with the characters quickly, and was rooting hard for the HEA I just knew had to happen. Really enjoyed this and look forward to reading more from this author.
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Two Hearts, One Stone by Leslie Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really like a change of pace and haven’t picked up a western romance in a while. This one didn’t disappoint. This is a new author for me and I enjoyed her writing style very much. I found this to be a quick and enjoyable romance, the perfect afternoon pick me up.
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Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella by Diana Vale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This quick forbidden love novella felt like it was over as soon as it started. Just a very quick read but not in a negative fashion. Easy to start and easy to finish. Vale is a new author to me and I found her writing to be well planned, easy to follow, and good character development.
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The Sun at Twilight by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Holmes is an extremely gifted author. Her attention to detail is so superior that the reader cannot help but wonder if they have not in fact time traveler. The imagery and setting are so vivid it is sometimes difficult not to feel completely immersed. I have always been fascinated by ancient Egypt and love this exploration of a time and place that has always seemed so rich in history so different from my own. Another masterpiece.
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