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Goddess of Everything by Paul DeBlassie III – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Goddess of Everything: A Blood-Curdling Tale of the Affection of One Mother for Her Son and Her Son's Struggle for Truth, Freedom, and LoveGoddess of Everything: A Blood-Curdling Tale of the Affection of One Mother for Her Son and Her Son’s Struggle for Truth, Freedom, and Love by Paul DeBlassie III
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novel is a Thriller and is just under 200 pages. This story follows Gabriel, a psychiatric healer, Consuela, his wife, and Juana, his mother. His mother is the Superior of the Nunnery and the Orphanage. He tries to counsel the children at the orphanage and when Gabriel discovers children come up missing with no explanation, he starts asking questions that his mother does not like. His wife pushes him to discover these children are being sacrificed. This ritual is done to make Mother Superior and her nuns immortal. Then the unthinkable happens. Dear mother has kidnapped their four-year-old son. This is most definitely one of those books that will have you on the edge of your seat.

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Gunner: An Eidolon Black Ops Novel by Maddie Wade – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Gunner (Eidolon Black Ops #6)Gunner by Maddie Wade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Military Romantic Suspense novel and is just over 200 pages. This story follows Gunner and Lacey. Gunner is haunted by the past at what happened when he was a young boy and Lacey is recovering from trauma from her ex. Gunner saved her life and they end up running into each other and spending the night together. Now Gunner has hope but someone is determined to ruin their newfound happiness. You will not be able to put this one down until the very last page.

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes Book 2) by T.S. Simons – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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The Liminal Space (Antipodes #2)The Liminal Space by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Antipodes series. This is a young adult/dystopian novel and comes in at just over 400 pages. This story follows Cam as he heads out on a journey and discovers what family really means. I loved that the book is focused on “if we had the opportunity to start over, would we?” And “is our society destined to make the same mistakes?” This book really makes you think about what it would be like to start over and if given the chance, would you make the same choices.

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Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2)Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings series. This is a Fantasy novel and is about 120 pages. This is a retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Lily, Rose, and Poppy’s father gamble them away during a card game for a rose and they end up at a manor under the watchful eye of the Lord. Lily becomes the housekeeper of the manor, Poppy reads books about magic, and Rose works her magic in his garden. Could she be the key to undoing this dreadful curse on the beast?

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Where Flowers Bloom by Nikki Vale – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Where Flowers BloomWhere Flowers Bloom by Nikki Vale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Romantic Suspense novel and has around 350 pages. This story follows Kendyll, a writer of romance. She has been searching for her own HEA but her relationship with her fiancé Vance seems more “comfortable” than anything. So, in an attempt to rekindle the flames, they move to another city and buy an old, rundown mansion. When she first saw the house, it spoke to her – in more ways than one. Wes is hired to fix it back up, but there is also a connection between Wes and Kendyll. I really enjoyed the trip back to read about the historical happenings of this place.

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Rebecca Remains by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Rebecca RemainsRebecca Remains by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Paranormal Crime novel and has around 267 pages. This story follows Tessa and Keith. Tessa has lost her parents and felt as the whole world was crumbling around her. She meets Keith, gets married, and feels like her life is finally turning around. She starts having dreams of a visitor and this visitor is persistent. Her husband is not who he says he is. The dam breaks and family secrets come tumbling out. This was THE most incredible read!

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Climbing The Walls (Hart & Cole Book 1) by Sacha T. Y. Fortuné – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Climbing The Walls (Hart & Cole Book 1)Climbing The Walls by Sacha T.Y. Fortuné
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Hart & Cole series. This is a contemporary romance novel and comes in just under 400 pages. This story follows Kris and Nicole. They are married, and Nicole really wants to be a better mother, but her boss is so demanding. Darren, her boss, has relationship issues of his own. This story shows the ups and downs of relationships and what happens when you try your hardest to balance everything out.

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Coyote Summer by Laura Koerber – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Coyote SummerCoyote Summer by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a fantasy novel and comes in around 230 pages. This does touch a bit on rape, so reader beware as this could be a trigger for some. This story follows Ben, Clint, and Claire as they grow up together. They were all supposed to grow up and become something. But one fateful night proves to change their lives forever. I felt this was a great coming of age story and the choices younger ones must make and the possible impacts of their future.

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A Hole (Alpha Bet Guys Book 1) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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A Hole (Alpha Bet Guys Book 1)A Hole by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a romantic comedy and comes in just under 100 pages. This story follows Ace, a comedian, and Ella, a bank teller. Ace makes a bet with Ella, but her friends warn her off and now she is curious if he really is the a hole they tell her he is. But can he prove her friends wrong? This is definitely a book you can read in one sitting. The characters were great, and I found this book quite entertaining.

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ANGUISH (THE JOURNALS TRILOGY BOOK ONE) AUDIO BOOK by D.M. EARL – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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This is the first book in The Journals Trilogy.  This audio book is just under 2 hours.  This story follows Quinn, who has just about lost everything and everyone, and Stone, who protects her from a distance.  She remembers his eyes from that fateful night and now, a decade later, she sees those eyes again.  Danger is lurking around the corner.  She has been writing everything in journals to help her cope, and with those journals and the person attached to those green eyes, she just might survive again.

Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series Book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Bound by Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops, #2)Bound by Secrets by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Deadly Isles Special Ops series. This story is a Romantic Suspense and has around 164 pages. This story follows Kayla, a book reviewer, and Jason, an ex-Navy SEAL. Kayla is running from an abusive relationship and needs to find somewhere safe to hide for a bit. She ends up at Jason’s, who is her deceased brothers best friend but also someone she has liked forever. Between bad memories and the ex coming after her, will her and Jason’s relationship be able to thrive?

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Beckoned (Born of Darkness Book 1) by R. B. Fields – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Beckoned (Born of Darkness, Book 1)Beckoned by R.B. Fields
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Born of Darkness series. This story is a Paranormal Erotica Romance novel and has around 216 pages. This story follows a human, nurse during the day and serial killer hunter by night, and a vampire. She is chasing a serial killer that turns out to be a vampire. Her savior also happens to be a vampire. And he is HOT. Vampires do not kill their own and he does it for a human. Now they are both in serious danger.

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Hell In A Handbasket (Life is Hell Book 3) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Hell In A Handbasket (Life is Hell #3)Hell In A Handbasket by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Life is Hell series. This is a Paranormal Romance novel and comes in at around 150 pages. This story follows Teivel, a demon, and Oren, a demon hunter. Oren is new to this whole demon hunter thing. He recently found out he was a hunter, but there is no one that can assist him on how this all works, so it is a tad overwhelming. Like trying to figure out how the whole demon/demon hunter relationship will work was not tricky enough, a baby gets left on Oren’s doorstep. There was so much to love about this book and a totally unpredictable twist thrown in too!

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At All (The Adams Brothers Book 3) by Mindy McKinley – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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At All: Adams Brothers: Book 3At All: Adams Brothers: Book 3 by Mindy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Adams Brothers series. This is a contemporary romance novel coming in at around 166 pages. This story follows Maelie, the daughter of a famous violinist, and Sebastian, a struggling saxophone player. Sebastian has a career fall out and moves in next door to Maelie. Maelie has worked hard to separate herself from her father’s career. All she has ever wanted was a career that is her own. She finally has her life where she wants it until “that” guy moves in next door. Who is this guy?

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Killer Blonde by Allan Evans – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Killer BlondeKiller Blonde by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story is a crime thriller and comes in at around 250 pages. This story follows Cade, an investigator with the State Patrol in Minnesota. He is tasked with finding a killer who is murdering women. The killer has been murdering blondes and making it look like an accident. Definitely a thrilling read with plenty of twists. I thought the plot was good and the characters were well written.

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Hungry Business: A Short Story by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Hungry Business: A Short StoryHungry Business: A Short Story by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a Horror short story coming in at around 15 pages. If you are looking for a quick read, look no further. Dating. More like, trying to find “the one” you have been looking for all your life. How hard could that be? Ah, but dating during a zombie apocalypse makes it all that much harder.

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Is This Me? (Being Me Book 1) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Is This Me? (Being Me #1)Is This Me? by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Being Me series. This is a Contemporary Romance book coming in at just under 400 pages. This story follows Amanda, a freshman college student, and Doug, the senior college fraternity president. She begrudgingly goes to a frat party with her friend and sets her eyes on a hottie. Unfortunately, he does not seem interested. Later, she gets injured playing volleyball and the same hottie from the frat party offers to take care of her. Unfortunately for her, she does not have a choice. She hates having to depend on people, but she needs someone to help her after her injury. Amanda is starting to have feelings for him, but he seems withdrawn towards her. What is his problem?

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Capturing Fate by Abbie Roads – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Capturing Fate (Fatal Truth, #2)Capturing Fate by Abbie Roads
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a romantic suspense book coming in at about 300 pages. This story follows Dolan, an FBI agent, and Daughter, a psychologist. Dolan’s childhood was spent in foster care and those experiences have helped him become who he is today. He prides himself on being able to solve cases at lightening speed. Until this one. This case is so evil and utterly confusing, he needs to seek help (or is forced to) – this is where Daughter comes in. Instant attraction, but Daughter needs to keep it professional. Two years later, Daughter is forced to contact Dolan for help. Both are harboring secrets – will they bring them closer or tear them apart?

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Linda Gets Her Groove Thing (The Green Room Chronicles, Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by J.D. Frettier – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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This is the second story in The Green Room Chronicles.  I am loving this series so far!  Poor Linda.  After her husband dies, she learns of his cheating ways.  Not to mention, she was ready to retire and now she cannot financially afford to do that.  On her way to Paris, Linda dies and ends up in The Green Room.  There she meets Bonnie and Dee, a couple of seasoned veterans from The Green Room.  Let the fun begin!

Desperately Seeking Sixty Nine (The Green Room Chronicles, Book One) AUDIO BOOK by J.D. Frettier – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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What a hoot!  This story was so funny and keeps you completely engaged.  In 1969, at Woodstock, Bonnie hooks up with Peter Hampton.  Years later, Bonnie dies after some incredibly hot sex with her husband and ends up in Purgatory, or the Green Room, as the story calls it.  Bonnie meets up with her best friend and together they go on a wild journey as Bonnie tries to reconnect with her one true love.  This is the best hour you will spend listening to a great book!

THE BUCCANEERS OF St. FREDERICK ISLAND by LINDA MARIA FRANK – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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The Buccaneers of St. Frederick IslandThe Buccaneers of St. Frederick Island by Linda Maria Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story is set on St. Frederick’s Island in the late 1940’s. When a group of eighth graders find the money they raised for toys for homeless kids is stolen, they are understandably upset. The group bands together, calling themselves the Buccaneers, and set out to find who stole it. Each member of the group is sworn to secrecy and given a code name. As they inch closer, they receive a threatening letter and their clubhouse gets burned down. This was truly a great read with mystery and even some laughs and my son and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it together.

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Daddy’s Girl (Freshwater Book 3) by Belinda Williams – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Daddy's Girl (Freshwater Book 3)Daddy’s Girl by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Freshwater series. This story follows Em, working on her PhD, and Joel, an architect. Neither are interested in a relationship as they are both too focused on their future. Joel’s client (Em’s father) suggests he and Em go out together. Meeting a spoiled daddy’s girl was not what he had in mind. But alas, Em’s father wants nothing more than for his little girl to settle down and get married. When Joel meets her, she is definitely not what he expected. Of course, sparks fly, but Joel needs to prove to her that he really is interested in her and not just because of her father.

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Mythical Alliance: Phoenix Team: the Complete Season by Claire Luana – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Mythical Alliance: Phoenix Team: The Complete Season (Mythical Alliance Series #1-6)Mythical Alliance: Phoenix Team: The Complete Season by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first season of the Phoenix Team and holds six books. This was a great series to read with the characters of Zariya and Konstantin being mostly the main ones throughout. Zariya is facing the death of her father and trying to figure out the world she is thrown into. She joins MASC and must prove that she is able to find the killer but also work with five other teammates and none of them know anything about each other. This is a fast-paced series and will keep you on the edge of your seat. It harbors quite a few mythical creatures with plenty of action and adventure throughout.

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A Sun So Bright (Reigning Hearts, Book Three) AUDIO BOOK by KG Fletcher – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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This is the fourth book in the Reigning Hearts series.  This story follows Fiona and Chris.  Fiona is an heiress and shockingly has no date for New Years Eve.  She simply cannot be seen without a date.  Chris is a bartender that lives with his mom.  He is trying to save money to fix up his house, and the offer Fiona just threw at him to be her date is just what he is looking for.  The problem is he develops feelings for her and tries to push her past the “escort” phase.

Cursed Sight (Broderick Coven Series Book 2) by AJ Renee – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Cursed SightCursed Sight by A.J. Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Broderick Coven series. This story follows Ethan as he learns he comes from a line of very powerful witches. So naturally, he wants to learn more about his powers. When he goes to the local coven in search of help, he meets Serena. She was going to help him for her own reasons but what she did not see coming were the feelings she was developing for him. Serena is in danger and Ethan wants to help keep her safe but trying to do that while fighting his feelings for her proves to be difficult.

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At Once (The Adams Brothers Book 2) by Mindy McKinley – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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At Once (Adams Brothers, #2)At Once by Mindy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Adams Brothers series. This story follows Gabi, a divorcee who is starting over, and Mason, the local carpenter. Gabi is also an interior designer, and as such, is looking for custom furniture for a client. She ends up walking into Mason’s business. Mason wants to go out with her. Gabi says no and Mason will stop at nothing to change her mind.

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Black Dog Rising by Kat Caulberg – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Black Dog RisingBlack Dog Rising by Kat Caulberg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story follows Emma as she runs from her ex. She ends up in a small town in England where she meets Toby, an innkeeper, but he also has secrets of his own. They get their start when he saves her from being mugged. Turns out, Emma has a stalker and Toby will not let anything happen to her. What made this story pop for me is that both main characters are strong, and I loved that it was set in England. I have never been, but the descriptions of scenery were detailed nicely.

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Night Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel) AUDIO BOOK by India Kells – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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This is the first book in the Chicago Vigilantes series.  This story follows Orla, a reporter that is trying to stop the distribution of a new drug called Phantom, that is rumored to be heading towards her city.  She also wants to find out who this Vigilante is that is taking care of the bad in his own way. Orla goes underground and this is where she meets the Vigilante.  The Vigilante is also on his own quest to find out where these drugs are coming from and who is distributing them.  They join up together – in more than one way.

Stormy’s Thunder (Satan’s Devils MC Utah #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Stormy's Thunder (Satan's Devils MC Utah #2)Stormy’s Thunder by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Satan’s Devils MC Utah series. This story follows Stormy and his quest to become a better man. Like anybody, Stormy has made mistakes and those end up catching up to him. He let his club down. When he turns up months later, there are so many unanswered questions. We go back and learn about Stormy’s past and why he is the way he is. He has accomplished a lot, but he’s also lost a lot too. He finds Cat, and she is exactly what he needs. Will the club take him back?

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Stone of Destiny (Juniper Samoni Trilogy Book 1) by Nadine Travers – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Stone of DestinyStone of Destiny by Nadine Travers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Juniper Samoni Trilogy series. This story follows Juniper and her quest to save the Stone of Destiny. Juniper must get to it before someone evil does. In the wrong hands, this stone has the power to enslave the entire paranormal world. This story is quite the adventure and very well written. Characters and settings were well described. Looking forward to the second book!

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