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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the sixth book in the Jake Wolf series. This is a Crime novel and is 358 pages. This story follows Jake and Cody (his war dog) as they travel to Key West for a wedding. While there, a bomber attempts to kill the newly weds on their boat. His MO is targeting boats and will stop at nothing until he gets the ransom money from the local government. The tourism in the Keys can not take a hit like this as it will destroy their economy. Can Jake and Cody find the bomber?

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In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Heidi Schoolman

In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety (The Cecily Taylor Series #2)In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in The Cecily Taylor series. This is a Young Adult Romance novel and is 220 pages. This story follows Cecily and Andrew. Cecily finally feels like she has it all together. Great friends, the start of a great career, and a great boyfriend. But something is amiss. Her BFF Lila starts bailing every time Lila’s BF calls. Anxiety starts to kick in and to make matters worse, Andrew is photographed with another girl. He swears up and down nothing happened, but she is devastated. Was this is all real or just a fantasy?

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Twisted Throttle (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Twisted Throttle (Satan's Devils MC Second Generation #3)Twisted Throttle by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation series. This is an MC Romance novel and is 444 pages. This story follows Throttle, the Enforcer of the Satan’s Devils MC. He learns he has a stalker. It started out with random little things, no big deal. But then it started getting serious. Then Gwen pops back up into his life. Gwen is his little sisters friend and he definitely notices how she has grown. Turns out the stalker is one of his one-night stands and she has other plans when it comes to Throttle and Gwen.

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The Executive’s Decision (The Keller Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Heidi Schoolman

The Executive's Decision (Keller Family, #1)The Executive’s Decision by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in The Keller Family series. This is a Contemporary Romance novel and is 289 pages. This story follows Regan and Zach. Regan used to date her boss, which turned out to be a colossal mistake. She swore she would never date anyone at work again. Until she meets Zach. Zach is bound and determined to be with her. But Regan’s past comes back with a vengeance and threatens everything Zach has built.

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Scorching Hot Mess by Brooke May – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Scorching Hot MessScorching Hot Mess by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Romantic Comedy novel and is 435 pages. This story follows Willow, the hot mess. One night she gets drunk and ends up with four different phone numbers and not a very good memory of what happened that night. Willow’s friend convinces her to dump her lazy boyfriend and go on the search for her “forever”. Willow has a history of wrong guys, until she meets Gun. Instant sparks, but then she learns about Sophie. This story has the perfect amount of romance, comedy, and drama. I think my favorite was the pet blind raccoon – hilarious!

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Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection Book 1) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Peaceful Slumber (Soul Connection, #1)Peaceful Slumber by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Soul Connections series. This is a Paranormal Romance and is 390 pages. This story follows Scott, who can see ghosts, and Zelda, a ghost bride who cannot remember her life or death. Scott finds Zelda in a cemetery and she is completely lost and scared and has no idea what is going on. Scott is the only one that can see her. Scott is her only hope of helping her remember. Her blood-stained wedding dress is the only clue they have.

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi #1)Evil Sushi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Evil Sushi series. This is a Paranormal Horror novel and is 219 pages. This story follows two east coast fisherman who are just trying to survive in their small town. This story is set not too much farther in the future and meat has been banned for consumption, so that only leaves fish. This book kind of shows what will happen with pollution and climate change. With corporate fishing taking hold, it is becoming harder and harder to fish. While out on a fishing expedition, they find something. It is either going to be good or go very wrong. This was a such a great read!

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Electric Temptation (The Protectors Series Book 5) by Toya Richardson – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Electric Temptation (The Protectors, #5)Electric Temptation by Toya Richardson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 5th book in The Protectors Series. This is a Paranormal Romance novel and is 192 pages. This story follows Delilah and Mason. Delilah is on the run. The Trackers, who are hunting her for her powers, are getting closer. The only person that can help, is the same one she ran away from years ago. She left him before because he was hiding his past. She still haunts his dreams. Will he be able to reveal his past? Will she leave again?

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Daisy’s Darkness (Wheels & Hogs Book 6) by D.M. Earl – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Daisy's Darkness (Wheels & Hogs #6)Daisy’s Darkness by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 6th book in the Wheels & Hogs series. This is a Young Adult novel and is 222 pages. This story follows Daisy who, in her mind, feels lost and alone. Daisy, being a teenager, struggles with everyday life, and all the trials and tribulations young teenagers go through on the path to finding themselves. Daisy is not one of the popular kids, so it makes life even harder when her brother starts dating the leader of the meanest girls in school. Daisy goes through the motions of self-loathing and self-harm and it all starts to become a bit too much. Her brother finally sees her struggles and reaches out to their family for help.

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City of Whispers (Imperial Assassin Series Book 1) by Katt Powers – Review by Heidi Schoolman

City of Whispers (Imperial Assassin, #1)City of Whispers by Katt Powers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Imperial Assassin’s series. This is a Fantasy Adventure novel and is 309 pages. This story follows Dhani, an assassin. She wrongfully gets expelled from Imperial Assassins and has now taken a new position in the desert with a partner she does not want. She not only has no magic here, but she also gets a death threat and her partner comes up missing. She finds out that it is a cult that is involved and if she does not do something quick, a lot of people will die. This was a good read and I thoroughly enjoyed Dhani’s sassiness. This is definitely a unique story and keeps you glued to your seat.

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Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Auctioned (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 3)Auctioned by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. This is a Romantic Suspense novel and is 237 pages. This story follows Damian, a bodyguard, and Bryanna, a virgin that fell victim to trafficking. Damian finds her dancing in a bar and it proves difficult to bring her to safety. She feels she does not have a choice in order to protect her family. And that includes being sold to the highest bidder. The sparks fly high with these two, and Damian will do whatever it takes to keep her safe.

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10 Days by KJ Holliday – Review by Heidi Schoolman

10 Days10 Days by KJ Holliday
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Romantic Comedy novel and is 184 pages. This story follows Alexander, Luke, and Penny. Alexander needs to complete a book he has been working on and what better way to do that than to go off into the peace and quiet of nature. So, Luke and his friend Penny set aside 10 days for Alexander to succumb to the country. But it also only took that many days for Alexander to fall for Penny. Does she feel the same way?

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Wolf’s Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories Book 3) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Wolf's Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories, #3)Wolf’s Beautiful Beast by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in The Untold Stories series. This is a Young Adult Fantasy novel and is 207 pages. This story follows Lycus. He was cursed to run through Blakx Forest in wolf form. Rapunzel sets him free and he finds out her and Red will be journeying into the forest and joins them. They hear word of a lost princess and Lycus is forced to hunt and kill the beast. But he is captured by the beast and now must make a choice.

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Red’s Tangled Tale (The Untold Stories Book 2) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Red's Tangled Tale (The Untold Stories, #2)Red’s Tangled Tale by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 2nd book in The Untold Stories series. This is a Young Adult novel and is 220 pages. This story follows Red as she hunts her father’s killer. Her father was the only one brave enough to enter Blakx Forest. The wolves took him out and now Red is going after them. Enter Captain Hook. He is in search of a rare burning ash but must go through the forest to get it. Together, they make the journey into the forest. This is a great series that intertwines all the well-known fairy tales, but with a twist!

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Loyalty & Lies (Spicetopia Book 6) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Loyalty & LiesLoyalty & Lies by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 6th book in the Spicetopia series. This is a Contemporary Romance novel and is 212 pages. This story follows Calvin and Paisley. These two have been married for three years and are expecting their first baby. Calvin expresses interest in bringing others to their bedroom and Paisley is excited at the thought. They head off to the Bahamas to an adult only theme park, Spicetopia, where Paisley soon finds something is really wrong. I also enjoyed seeing some of the past characters come back in for a little bit too.

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Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, book 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Forged by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #3)Forged by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in the Deadly Isles Ops series. This is a Romantic Suspense novel and is 192 pages. This story follows Malina and Tyler, both in the Navy SEALS. He happens to be her high school crush, but he is not the type to settle down. They do end up sharing one incredible night in Vegas. But when she gets home, she is accused of treason and goes on the run. Tyler is the only one that can help and he will do whatever it takes to keep her safe and clear her name. Both have secrets from Vegas, but will they be able to move past that?

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Ocean’s Light (Blood of the Pirate BOOK 1) by Mina Chara – Review by Heidi Schoolman

The Ocean's LightThe Ocean’s Light by Mina Chara
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Blood of the Pirate series. This book is an Adventure and is 228 pages. This story follows Evie as she searches for her parents. Evie and her crew, aboard the ship the Easy Money, search far and wide for a powerful ancient artifact called The Ocean’s Light. It calls to her day and night. They must find it before it lands in the wrong hands, mainly those of Captain Hammer.

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Jordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Jordan's ShadowJordan’s Shadow by T.R. Cupak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Dark Romance and is 278 pages. This story follows Jordan, an escort who uses alcohol and drugs to get through the days, and her shadow, Hunter. Jordan was raped when she was younger and that is why she is who she is now. So yes, there may be some triggers in here for somebody. This is an emotionally gripping book, one that I just could not put down. This literally pulls out all the feels while you are reading. What an epic read!

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Hook’s Little Mermaid (The Untold Stories BOOK 1) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Hook's Little Mermaid (The Untold Stories #1)Hook’s Little Mermaid by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in The Untold Stories series. This is a young adult fantasy and is 252 pages. This story follows a few well-known characters. Captain Hook learns that Peter Pan was involved in the death of someone dear to him and vows to make him pay. Along the way of hunting him down, he meets Red and Tinker Bell. They both try to sway him to let it go. Hook must choose living a new life or continue his journey for vengeance.

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Granted: Curse Of The Emerald Jinn by Rachel Huffmire – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Granted: Curse of the Emerald JinnGranted: Curse of the Emerald Jinn by Rachel Huffmire
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a young adult fantasy and is 218 pages. This story follows Liam, a teenager who seems to have colors following him. He notices they get brighter when he gets picked on too. What are these colors? They are Jinn! Things go from bad to worse when he happens to make enemies with the school jock. He finds a conch shell at the beach and brings it home, which makes the colors even brighter. But why?

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Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato ) by Cam Johns & Sonya Jesus – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Sons of Sindicato (Sons of Sindicato #0)Sons of Sindicato by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the series. This a dark romantic suspense novel and is 108 pages in length. This story is brought to you by authors Cam Johns and Sonya Jesus. This story follows Braelynn, an attorney, who has just committed murder. Her only hope is Seth, a crime lord. She is the attorney for the Giordano crime family and Seth happens to be the son of Davide, head of all the families. Their relationship has been kept under wraps because she could lose her license and the mafia does not approve of interracial relationships. She is risking her job and he is risking his family. What will happen?

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Can Dreams Come True? (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 1) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Can Dreams Come True? (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 1)Can Dreams Come True? by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Cecily Taylor series. This is a young adult contemporary romance novel and is 232 pages in length. This story follows Cecily, an aspiring actress, and Andrew, a singer. When her friend goes to audition for a part in his video, Cecily goes along and ends up getting a part. Which leaves not only her friend, but her boyfriend extremely upset. Cecily is exactly what Andrew wants and needs. He is tired of dating fake girls. After spending some time together, their feelings for each other heighten. Can a rock star be her HEA?

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The Sun at Twilight (Empire at Twilight Book 4) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Heidi Schoolman

The Sun at Twilight (Empire at Twilight #4)The Sun at Twilight by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in the Empire at Twilight series and is 477 pages. This story follows Tudhaliya and Kurunta. Tudhaliya has reached his time to take the throne and he vows to rule with tradition. Kurunta is the cousin that grew up with Tudhaliya and feels he deserves the throne more. Tudhaliya’s advisors let him know his way of ruling makes him appear weak. This is what leads Kurunta to challenge the throne. Will he choose his friendship and family or his duty?

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The Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald – Review by Heidi Schoolman

The Tears of BoabdilThe Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a Thriller and follows Vince, a Special Branch agent gone undercover, and Ayesha, a sister of one of the Jihadi leaders. Vince (Zami) is on a new mission as an Islamic convert looking to infiltrate a Jihadi group. This is where he meets Ayesha. The problem is his real world and his undercover world are blending to create a muddy mess. He is falling for Ayesha, but does he betray his country or break his own heart? I loved that this book included a lot of information on history and religion.

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The Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald – Review by Heidi Schoolman

The Tears of BoabdilThe Tears of Boabdil by Neil MacDonald
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a Thriller and follows Vince, a Special Branch agent gone undercover, and Ayesha, a sister of one of the Jihadi leaders. Vince (Zami) is on a new mission as an Islamic convert looking to infiltrate a Jihadi group. This is where he meets Ayesha. The problem is his real world and his undercover world are blending to create a muddy mess. He is falling for Ayesha, but does he betray his country or break his own heart? I loved that this book included a lot of information on history and religion.

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Third Time’s a Ghost (Haunted Ever After Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Third Time's a Ghost: A Ghostly Paranormal Romance (Haunted Ever After, #3)Third Time’s a Ghost: A Ghostly Paranormal Romance by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Haunted Ever After series. This is a Paranormal novel and is 274 pages long. This story follows Gage, a paranormal investigator, and Erica, a psychic medium. Gage is not the best when it comes to maintaining relationships. In fact, when Erica comes back into his life, he decides this is it. These two were best friends in high school, but Gage’s feelings ran deeper. Erica starts having issues in the paranormal world and seeks the help of Gage. But she did not realize what a hottie he turned out to be.

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THE MYSTERY OF THE LOST AVENGER (ANNIE TILLERY MYSTERIES) by LINDA MARIA FRANK – Review by Heidi Schoolman

The Mystery of the Lost AvengerThe Mystery of the Lost Avenger by Linda Maria Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a children’s book (for ages 8-10) and is 194 pages. This story follows Annie and her mother as they investigate why a plane crashed in 1943. Annie’s great grandmother, Charlotte, tested planes and flew them to the bases. Her fiancé flew the planes in the war. When a plane crashed, a note was discovered and is traced to the surviving family members. Something does not seem right. Annie and her mother decide to go digging in the attic for answers. They find love letters written to Charlotte’s fiancé and there appears to be a code within these letters. My son loved reading this adventure story.

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Second Chance Spirit (Haunted Ever After Book 2) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Second Chance Spirit: A Ghostly Paranormal Romance (Haunted Ever After #2)Second Chance Spirit: A Ghostly Paranormal Romance by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Haunted Ever After series and is 273 pages long. This story follows Trent, a lawyer, and Tina, a real estate agent. Trent’s uncle dies and leaves him his estate, a Victorian mansion. He soon finds out there are ghosts in the mansion, and he needs to get rid of the house and quick! He has no choice but to call Tina, the best real estate agent in the area. Tina broke up with Trent a few months back because she just was not ready for a commitment. As he battles to win her back, something inside the house wants him gone.

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Seconds (Internet Famous Collection) by Cam Johns – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Seconds (Internet Famous, #6)Seconds by Cam Johns
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fifth book in the Internet Famous Collection and is just under 100 pages in length. This story follows Braxton, an incredibly talented (and hot) chef. Braxton is looking for a second chance with Senara. They had a booty call type relationship a few years back after his first love, Phoenix, died. Now he is looking for more. He has been doing therapy and his business is off the ground, but will he be able to make it work with Senara? So many emotions!!

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Learning to Live: An Enemy to Lovers Ugly Cry (The Infinite Love Series Book One) by Kira Adams – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Learning to Live: An Enemy to Lovers Ugly Cry (The Infinite Love Series, Book 1)Learning to Live: An Enemy to Lovers Ugly Cry by Kira Adams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in The Infinite Love series. This is a Contemporary Romance novel and is about 200 pages in length. This story follows Ciera and Topher, both high school seniors and socially as far apart as anyone can get. Ciera does not have much and is constantly bullied. Topher is the hot football player who can have anyone or anything he wants. Except his home life is something he keeps hidden. These two have more in common that they think.

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