Grave Digger Academy II by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
You always hear anything after the first isn’t as good as the original. Honestly that isn’t the case here. Entering into year two it just feels like the story is picking up where it left off. The way that Makayla has grown up makes you feel like you are actively in her life to witness it. I cannot wait for the next book!
I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This one definitely tugged at my heart strings. So beautifully written and easily readable. The characters definitely made this book worth the read as their stories brought you through it. One of the most entertaining romances I’ve read recently.
Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the Mind by Ryan M. Becker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Inspiring and thought-provoking
This collection of works was intriguing as it was inspiring. Many of the poems spoke to me emotionally. The author is very talented and has a way of stringing words together that just speaks volumes. The tempo at which the words are written just had me immersed. Each poem focuses on different aspects and the range is diverse. I was particularly drawn to the illustrations which added so much more to the experience. This will be one that I will return to time and time again. Kudos!
Notebook Mysteries Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Emma’s business is going brilliantly at the moment and with her relationship with Jonathan also going well, she feels at peace with life, so when a friend asks her to investigate the death of his father she instantly takes up the investigation to help find out what really happened.
So as Emma arrives at the manor this are not quite what they seem, the whole place is like Charles Dickins “Christmas Carol” and when strange things happen she may think the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future have arrived to help solve the mystery, but she discovers more mundane reasons within the family. Can Emma and her team solve the mystery and help her friend, you will have to find out.
I love this series it is well written and the characters are just adorable to read with there interactions and chemistry with each other. As this is one of the short books in this series you could read as a stand alone as the characters do offer some back story to them but it may be advisable to read the full series up to now to get a better overall insight into the characters but with that said the wonderful worlds the author creates in each story is just breath taking,
I loved the interaction between Emma and her team and you can see how they work seamlessly to try and solve the mysteries which have been put in front of them. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series and see what next adventures Jonathan and Emma are plunged into.
My Bronc Riding Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Ranches, rodeos and romance
I have read several books by this author and each time I have come to love the story. This contemporary western romance is interwoven with drama, unexpected attraction, plenty of angst and lots of bronc riding. Tori and Cord’s relationship was well written and as usual the characterisation was on point. Both are from well respected families within the rodeo scene but Tori, as a female, feels she has so much more at stake. What follows could lead to possible disaster or something more. Highly recommend.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49995288-grave-digger-academy-ii” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Grave Digger Academy II” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1577480642l/49995288._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49995288-grave-digger-academy-ii”>Grave Digger Academy II</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6993053.C_A_King”>C.A. King</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5025411106″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
This is the second book in the series. This story about Makayla life as grave digger . This book tells more of story about Makayla life. You have read the book to see what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this author. Great story line.<br />
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Return of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love a book with strong character and plot development and this book has both. Between the beautiful cover lays a Fantasy land with deep ties to Norse mythological lore. There is action, adventure, fantasy, romance, and my favorite, historical details. All aspects of a great story are the building blocks an author uses to catch the reader and this author did just that. This was a page turner. I stayed up reading the night through and finally turned in at 4am, but not only did I not stop thinking about the tale, I dreamt about it. Starting book two now and looking forward to another late night.
Curse of the Elf Lord by Heidi Vanlandingham
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second installation in this series. You must read these in order because with a lot of the details you get in book one you will be super confused. This is not a difficult story to fall into the pages of, but I can see where someone who hasn’t read book one would get lost instead of getting immense satisfaction and enjoyment. I absolutely enjoyed all the elements of this tale. It seems nowadays books are either plot driven or character driven only. Not this book! There is strong character development and a strong plot. There is plenty of depth, drama, action, adventure, twists and turns, ups and downs, fantasy, romance and even a surprise shape shifting. Definitely worth the 5 stars.
Operation Pinpoint by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this. It took me a couple of chapters to get into it but once I did it was great.
The 2 main characters are very different but they are thrown together and set off on a mission with dangers along the way and betrayal by people they least expect.
This is a terrific read; funny in places, sexy and an easy read.
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After an unexpected turn flushes his chosen career down the toilet, Dex Sanders is struggling to make ends meet as a used car salesman. Despite the drudgery of the job, he manages to put on a brave face for his wife, Reagan, and their two boys, until the day an unsettling encounter with a stranger coincides with a mysterious package appearing on their doorstep.
Later that night, Dex and his family are abducted by a group of armed men and taken to an underground bunker, where Dex is tortured. When Dex can’t answer any of their odd questions, the strangers conclude they’ve nabbed the wrong guy, and the entire family is marked for execution.
With the clock ticking, Dex must free his family and retrieve the strange box that seems to hold the answers. But doing so means running from relentless killers, uncovering the truth behind an evil as old as time, and stopping a supernatural power that threatens the entire world.
Click here to view the Book Trailer for The Intruders by Brett McKay
When Brett McKay is not conjuring demons and bloodthirsty psychopaths to put on paper, he sells landscaping. He loves all types of music, but hard rock and heavy metal fuel him the most. He enjoys the outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and curling up in front of a good movie with his wife and a bucket of popcorn.
Brett lives in Utah with his wife and two sons. Fall is his favorite time of year because he gets to decorate his house for Halloween much too early for his neighbors.
His short story, Ol’ Betsy, was the winner of 2018’s Seattle Crypticon. He is also an active member of The International Thriller Writers.
.•°*°•. COMING SOON .•°*°•.A master vampire on a frantic search. A psychic who won’t stay out of the way. When the sparks ignite will love prevail?
Master Catteneo is assigned point in the search for Overmaster Descallia’s mate. He must move fast to discover where she is hidden and has every intention of destroying anyone that stands in his way.
Easy enough…
Until a local psychic inserts herself into the hunt, frustrating him to no end with her frequent visions, irresistible beauty, and sassy mouth.
Alessia resolves to do anything necessary to save the woman in trouble, in direct challenge to his authority.
The vampire ruler does everything in his power to keep her at bay, but she is not easily dissuaded and seeks the immortality only a purebred like he can give. Sparks fly when the fanged night dweller won’t listen to reason. They are soon met with a new challenge, one they must face together if they are to protect the vampire community.
Will their newfound love survive the dangers of the night? Or will they burn for eternity in the trap the syndicate has laid?
Master Catteneo is the explosive fifth book in the Masters of the Consulate collection by Sylvia Black. It is a deliciously dark, fated mates, enemies to lovers, vampire mafia romance. You will love these novels where the passion is fiery, the loyalty is fierce, and the stakes are high. Each book in this collection is a stand-alone, with different characters and a guaranteed happily ever after.
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Historical fiction -Adult
1912 New York is a city divided: Greenwich Village where rejected tradition is regularly flouted, and Manhattan where it is strictly upheld. Lottie Flannigan successfully balances both sides. While embracing a bohemian lifestyle, she maintains a legal career clerking for conservative Justice Goff in Midtown. Committed and dedicated, Lotte begins work on a high-profile criminal case involving local Police Officer Charles Becker.
Suddenly her professional and personal lives collide as she finds herself caught in a blackmail scheme that seeks to disclose her most intimate choices if she doesn’t do as they say. Is this related to the Becker Trail? Who stands to gain the most from this verdict: the justice? the prosecutor? the local police officers or lurking gangsters? Maybe even her missing lover–could she be a part of the blackmail scheme?
In a fascinating look into a scandalous turn of the century trial and ever-changing Greenwich Village social norms, the book puts Lottie in the middle of Police Lieutenant Charles Becker’s Conspiracy trial.
.•°*°•. PREORDER .•°*°•.Sin Marston is a rare human who can see through glamor. With the veil with the treaty of 2010, the magical visitors flowed into the Terran realm. With her unique talent, Sin’s services are in demand from businesses and law enforcement with hidden problems. She also has a growing clientele of hidden visitors wishing to avoid confrontation with the Human Protection Society and other anti-hidden Terrans.
After thwarting a daring art heist, Sin encounters a stunning fire elemental who reveals the heist was something very different. Everything she thought she knew changes.
Radzik Cray has lived for centuries, building his power base, both magical and political. The appointment as the Elders’ Council warden for the Eastern United States comes with untold wealth and power, as well as untold danger. When he meets Sin Marston, he is interested in a pleasant distraction. Instead, he discovers that Sin is not all she appears and his control over his territory is not as absolute as he thought.
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COMING SOON ~ ~ ~ Welcome to Mysty Haven, a charming, lovely, and safe place for anyone who isn’t human. Let’s face it, anyone could turn up missing or dead in this paranoid, er-um… we mean paranormal town. No that’s not it. It’s a mystical town!
Bob McLarney moved to the hidden town of Mysty Haven with a fresh degree in journalism. Bob’s passion for the unusual led him on a trail in search of the legendary Bigfoot. Not everyone agreed with Bob’s first article and his bright future as a reporter for the Mysty Haven Weekender ended abruptly.
When a local elderly man approaches Bob to find a missing gnome, Bob agrees to help. His good intentions don’t waver when the local sheriff believes Bob is the thief. Not entirely sure how to find the gnome, Bob fumbles his way through suspects and uncovers a sinister plot and the mystical secrets of Mysty Haven’s good folk.
True Colors by K.R. Raye
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Book 3 was emotional, heartfelt, and truly unpredictable. Melody, Imani, and Lance have weathered the storm of the start of adulthood and grown so much from book 1 to 3. They have proven life hurts, love can be cruel , and things will go far from what you wanted… but friendship can and will stand strong with the right people. Drama, angst, jealousy, and survival play a few role. I loved each book more than the last and I would not change a single thing.
Each character has a special role and they played it out until the end.
The Second View by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is book two in The View trilogy. We find ourselves following Thomas and April on more adventures into the world they started to explore in book one. The two seem more prepared this time around to explore the mysterious world/parallel world with beings that seem like aliens. The author does a wonderful job describing the setting I ways that draw the reader into the story! Book three is anticipated!
Review by @bilberrysweet
Brandy Vaughn, October 2022
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The View from Here by Leon Stevens
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is book one in The View trilogy. The View From Here is a sci-fi exploration adventure filled with scenes where the main characters need to use their basic knowledge of the world. The author asks the reader at the beginning of the story what they would do if they found themselves on/in another world. This gives the reader pause for thought as the story unfolds. I found humor in the back-and-forth banter between Thomas and April. Being the curious person that I am, I would probably follow in the characters footsteps by exploring the world they found. I enjoyed the world building and adventures Thomas and April go on. If you like sci-fi adventures, this is the trilogy to read!
Review by @bilberrysweet
Brandy Vaughn, October 2022
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Notebook Mysteries Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I rarely have favorites of anything, and I might have to declare Kimberly Mullins as one of my favorite authors! Here we have another fast-paced adventure with Emma and her special team. She’s added another job description to her ever growing resume, and is becoming quite the sleuth. In book one, Emma would write her observations down in her little black notebooks, and then solve mysteries no one had even asked her to solve. In books two and three, she is becoming more and more involved with a detective agency, and in this Christmas Novella she is asked by a colleague to investigate his father’s death at his haunted house.
Emma is an independent, strong-willed woman that has many talents. This would be a great book, and series for that matter, for young and old alike. And, I would be remiss if I didn’t mention all the lovely recipes!
Gathering of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such an incredible read and an astonishing first book in The Serrulata Saga! I definitely forwent sleep because I could not put it down, and though it is not a quick read, it is worth every waking moment. The flow of this entire story was flawless.
Leora of Mae has lived with her adoptive family since she was a baby, and they aren’t super thrilled to have her. She draws much unwanted attention because unlike her adopted family and the rest of the village, she is a Xanthi. Xanthi innately posses a kind of magical ability. Upon finding out her mom wants to sell her into servantry, she runs away and meets Roland. They develop a close bond and also run into Aurora and Leopold, who have a good deal of drama and untold truths of their own.
Gathering of the Four is my first book from this author and I am clamoring for more. I am taken aback by how much I loved this book. I highly recommend it to anyone!!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Necrosis by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The story was pretty good. I read it in one sitting. The zombies in this story are exactly how I picture them in my head. Although the story was short, it was complete. It tugged at my heart strings and I could relate to the main character. At the end of the day all that matters is protecting and taking care of my family. How far would you go and what would you do to take care of you kid?
The Gauntlet: The Soppranaturale Series by Ashley Pagano
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Imagine finding out that you are a special species of supernatural and that you are one of the only two left of your kind. You are led to a special place but you’re not really sure why. Ommily has wanted to visit the Soppranaturale hotel for awhile now so she convinces her fiancé to take her there. Only problem is, her fiancé is normal…as in human. Ommily knows she’s special but she isn’t sure how special until she meets Link. He will teach her as much as he can before they are challenged in the gauntlet.
This was a super fast read for me. It wasn’t at all what I was expecting, but that’s a good thing. This book features multiple types of supernatural beings (fairies, witches, vampires, phoenix, etc.) and is very different from other supernatural books I’ve read like this. It was a welcome change and I look forward to reading more work by this author.
I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a great read! It was very heart warming, and cathartic in a way. The beginning had a bit of a slow start to me, but I’m glad I pushed on and kept reading because this one was really good. I loved the characters and the chemistry between the two main characters, Josh and Mavis. I can’t wait to read more from this author in the future, this is my first read by her!
Grave Digger Academy II by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was the second book to the series. I absolutely loved the first one and this one did not disappoint. The way the author writes is really easy to follow, and the paranormal aspect is really intriguing. This book kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time, from the action, suspense, and kids getting into shenanigans. These kids getting into some interesting situations, with mischief, making new allies, and bumping into old enemies. It really kept you not knowing what to expect. Absolutely loved this author and her amazing writing, can’t wait to see what be in store next time.
Gathering of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great start to the series! Definitely an interesting plot with just as captivating characters. Leora and Aurora grow so much in the story. This story has it all! You’ve got your strong characters with action throughout to keep you turning pages. It definitely ends on a cliffhanger making you want to jump right in to the second book! I also really enjoyed the authors writing style and character building! I can’t wait to read more!
Huntress: Love and revenge entwine in this dark MC romance by Karina Kantas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good biker gang dark romance. There are a few times where it was a little over the top and not believable, but for the most part the author kept to the true natures of gangs, of all kinds, not just a biker gang. I did enjoy it being a biker gang dark romance vs the normal mafia type dark. Sofi, aka “Dior” is the female main character that starts off as not so innocent but definitely not gang material. She loves her dark make up, smoking pot with the occasional pill, and rocker music, especially Iron Maiden, but she is by far not a killer or drug dealer. She learns that her parents, her prim and proper parents used to be in a biker gang, and not just in a gang but the leaders of a highly respected gang the Tyrants in London. Sofi and her brother John find out a few other family secrets, which push her brother to suicide. This enrages Sofi, she wants revenge, she wants to kill the reason for her brother’s suicide; that person is the father of her new BF (Buzz) who is also the head of a rival gang in London, the Wolves. Sofi gets in deep, almost too deep. Sofi (Dior) encounters many hardships while trying to enact her revenge plot, but she also falls in love. Can she get out? Does she want to? Is this all worth it? There are many twists and turns I did not expect, and ultimately the ending completely blindsided me. While there were some faults in certain situations, I overall loved the book and would recommend to anyone who loves a good dark romance.
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Trigger Warnings I believe need to be stated:
Rape (of multiple types), Kidnapping, Drug Use, Date Rape Drug, Guns, Murder, any many other adult themes.
The second book of the Crown of Stones series continues with Ian in prison, defeated and without any hope. However, there are others, people who need something from him and people who have ill intentions for him. Either way, Ian will not be in prison long.
I was stuck between being sad, angry, and brilliantly amazed about how Ian’s journey continued with this one.
It continues several years after the first book. Several characters – friends, and enemies – return for more character development and continuation of the story.
I was not disappointed with this book. It grabbed my attention right away and I was thrilled to follow Ian and glad he was not lost after the ending of the last book. I really liked how deeply this delves into Ian and how focused it is on him. Just like any book, there are those I loved and hated. But each character had their own segment, their own reasons to continue. Some fought for freedom, while others fought to live or simply to get closure.
In this book, the world comes alive, leaving you enthralled and enriched with the storyline. Everything becomes so real, almost as if you could touch it. I loved how this developed and was so excited to read the third one. This book is so dark and daunting. It left your brain worn out from the intensity. But it was such a beautiful book. I definitely hope others liked this as much as I did.
Necrosis by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was an excellent horror read! My only wish was that it was longer! I’ve read this author before and enjoyed their books but I loved their writing style with this genre. I really like the plot of the story and that not everything goes as you would expect. You could really visualize what Amy and Lila were seeing and experiencing. I didn’t expect the ending that came but it definitely was how it needed to end to make the story that much better. I really hope this author writes more horror style books! I will be reading more of their books regardless because I love the writing style!
Huntress: Love and revenge entwine in this dark MC romance by Karina Kantas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sofi has a secret, but so do her parents. After finding out the truth about her parents past, she is set out on a path for revenge. She gets herself involved with a local motorcycle club called “The Wolves.” Sofi gets herself in with the club by singing at local motorcycle bars. She happens to catch the eye of Buzz, the Vice President of the Wolves. As she hangs around, the attraction between Buzz and Sofi cannot be denied. During her time with the wolves though, she goes by the name Dior. She does whatever it takes to be seen as a valuable member to the club. Will her secrets come back to bite her in the rear or will she get the revenge she is seeking?
This was such a fun book. It has a darkish back story but a great story. I loved the characters and the overall story was one I loved. I need more of Sofi and Buzz!
An Inheritance To Die For by Judy Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Beck has been working in the bookstore cafe with her grandmother, dating a nice man, and just got her P.I. license. Her college freshman roommate Jacqueline calls begging her to come down to Miami to investigate her fathers death not convinced it was a suicide as the police believe. Jacqueline was the roommate from hell but, its a paying job. She takes the job and finds herself in the world of the rich and things are not what they seem.
Great read, great character development. I didn’t read the first couple books and I didn’t feel like I was really missing anything.
Just One More Egg: A Science Folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was such a cute story with some great illustrations that showed up well on a Kindle. Young kids of all ages will enjoy this sweet story about acceptance and not judging someone based on looks. The mama bird was so sweet to keep the baby cuckoo egg and not treat the baby any different, despite what her negative neighbor kept suggesting. The author did great job of explaining the science of how the cuckoo birds leave their eggs in other bird’s nests in a fun way for kids to understand. I definitely recommend this book for folks who want to help kids learn more about birds and compassion.