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Nite Fire: Slash & Burn (Book 4) Audio Book by C. L. Schneider – Review by Darla Yocom

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Slash & Burn (Nite Fire, #4)Slash & Burn by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I could not put this audiobook down. Slash & Burn is the fourth book in the Nite Fire series and I think it may be the best one so far.

The story starts up again with Dahlia Nite dealing with the aftermath and possibly PTSD from her time being held in Drimera. This half dragon shapeshifter has a lot to deal with, let alone struggling to keep her true identity or secrets of her world a secret from those she loves.

Dahlia often finds herself trying to protect the humans from things that go bump in the night, living in the shadows and somehow always investigating brutal murders. This book has her doing the same, but this time a crazy killing spree is taking place which triggers her ex-partner, Creed asks her to assist him with his investigation as the killings continue throughout Sentinel City.

Initially, Dahlia is not fond of assisting Creed w/ the hunt for the serial killer, but the clues start piling up and seem to be leading back to a previous case.

She feels as if time is running out and something bad is just around the corner. The heaviness of responsibility of protecting the humans, her new team and even herself is taking its toll. All while trying to stay off of the Dragon Queen’s radar, which she knows will only work for a short period of time.

I often found myself feeling sorry or sympathetic with Creed since he’s still trying to come to terms with Dahlia’s true identity.

Dahlia’s wit and tenacity remind me of one of my favorite fictional characters, Anita Blake written by fellow author, Laurell K. Hamilton. The author did a fantastic job with this series, building up the characters, expanding and building up Dahlia’s world and keeping the action and overall story plot right on target to continue into the next and final book of this series.

You’ll find drama, action, humor, and entertaining characters in this series and book. I cannot wait to pick up book number 5 of this series and continue the Dahlia story.

4 out of 5 stars

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My Valentine’s Day Cookie Match (Welcome to Cupid’s Cove) by C.A. King – Review by Alison Risher

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My Valentine's Day Cookie Match: Welcome to Cupid's CoveMy Valentine’s Day Cookie Match: Welcome to Cupid’s Cove by C a King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Squeal! What a treat! This book has characters who reluctantly fall in love, and are willing to do what is best for one another. We see family members looking out for one another, without being intrusive. We glimpse the tourism industry from the perspective of a small town. We also have characters in the periphery of the story, who have a story of their own unfold throughout the tale

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My Valentine’s Day Cookie Match(Welcome to Cupid’s Cove) by C.A. King- Review by Heather Knalls

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My Valentine's Day Cookie Match: Welcome to Cupids CoveMy Valentine’s Day Cookie Match: Welcome to Cupids Cove by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lara Bishop, 19 year old daughter to the mayor of Cupid’s Cove. Graham Crueller, recent business owner in the small town of Cupid’s Cove. Graham has chosen to leave the high life in the city to start his own business of Cookie Match. Cookie Match is a coffee shop that comes with a dating app as well. After 6 orders you should start seeing matches based on the things you have bought and reviewed. Lara runs Bishop’s Bakery along with her mother. Lara is skeptical of this new coffee shop, app and Graham Crueller. Lara has just had her heart broken for the first time and says she no longer believes in love. That is until she meets Graham Crueller and is tasked to work with him at Cupid’s Cove Lovefest at a brownie tent. Will things work out for these two or are their feelings just running wild due to the LoveFest?

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Alison Risher

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #4)Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a treat to revisit Bunya Junction! I loved the family dynamics among the adult siblings. Readers encounter main characters who love each other but have experienced a tragedy. Their tragedy was followed by poor interpersonal communication. Will they make their way back to one another? Will the siblings learn to relate to one another as grown adults? Read to find out!

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Stephanie nicole

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Shamrock & Clover: Fields ApartShamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I picked this book out because the cover was absolutely beautiful. The colors of the cover are vibrant and pull your attention right in! However I was worried at first when I saw how short it was but for being a shorter story it packed a powerful punch. I have read quite a few books by this author over the last few weeks and I haven’t been disappointed next. This novel was equally emotional and entertaining and the characters were phenomenal. So if your looking for a great short book to read this weekend, make sure you pick this one up today.

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Forbidden Love: Book 1 of the Forbidden Duet by KM Lowe – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Forbidden Love - Book 1 of The Forbidden DuetForbidden Love – Book 1 of The Forbidden Duet by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story follows Clark and Kally. All she wanted was Clark. But now, that seems so far out of reach. Kally just turned 18 and the life she was hoping for diminished instead. Clark managed to get away from his family and all he wanted was a life with Kally. Clark’s father is not about to let him walk away.

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The-Know-It-All-Pencil (Invisible Magic Wand Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review By Amy Brennan

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The Know-It-All PencilThe Know-It-All Pencil by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first of the Invisible Magic Wands books that I have read to my daughter and the daycare children, and I am glad that I did! They very much enjoyed the pictures and how they were able to follow along with the story by hearing the words and then seeing the pictures. They really want to have an UnBirthday today and want to know more about Caspian and his adventures!

We did find that the story ended a little abruptly, but it was still funny, cute, and held all the children’s attention, which is saying quite a bit! For reference, they’re ages range from 1 – 8, the 8-year-old being the reader of the day! Will be grabbing the rest of these books for next week!

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Megan Watson

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack, #1)Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jason is the sun of the alpha king of the Wolf Hollow Pack.
Lily is a captured human slave that works in the castle.
“She’s more. Go after her.” Jason’s wolf urges as soon as they come into contact.

This book was exhilerating to read and was way too short for me because I just want to know what happens next!! The turning of the page happened without my notice I was so engrossed in the events that Lily had stumbled into; and before I knew it, I was at 100% read and could no longer continue. This book does contain some triggers of sexual and physical abuse, but it is not overly descriptive nor does it take away from the story.
I really enjoyed the characters of Jason, Lily and their close friends. I’ve read so many shifter novels over the years and the different takes on packs and shifter etiquette fill my mind with so much imagination.  I was not let down with this book as it had everything I was looking for with quite a bit of originality.

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Nite Fire: Slash & Burn (Book 4) AUDIO BOOK by C.L. Schneider – Review by Kerry Baker

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I absolutely love this series. Each and every book is just as exciting as the last and the more I read the more engrossed by the characters I become. It takes no effort at all for me to be swept back into this world and it is honestly like I never stopped reading.
This book is just as fast paced as the previous ones, engaging and entertaining throughout. I love how the story continues throughout the series and how effortless the author makes this appear. This is a fantastic series and I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Santana Hicks

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Shamrock & Clover: Fields ApartShamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Clover, a woman whose life seems to be falling apart around her, is on the search for something that is missing in her life. Her grandmother used to always tell her a saying about the four leaf clover that said the fourth leaf is luck and ties all the other leaves together. Not knowing what she is searching for, she turns to that saying and is determined to find a four leaf clover.

Shamrock, a party play-boy, is getting tired of his party life. With all of his friends settling down around him, he is left to look at his life, alone and drunk. No woman has captured his attention for more than one night, that is until he sees a woman who looks like a mess searching for something in the grass…

This was a very cute and quick read. I am a big fan of this author but this is the first one I have read in her romance genre and I enjoyed it. Both characters were lovable in their own way. I would love to look into more of the author’s romance books after getting a taste of her writing.

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by La Toya Lewis

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Shamrock & Clover: Fields ApartShamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King is a romance about two people that have had great losses, finding each other. It is a nice quick read to start off the spring season. These two unfortunately have an abundance of bad luck which is quite ironic given their names. It seems like they can’t catch a break. Fortunately, this loss leads them to each other and they are able to find what they have been missing. I do wish that the characters had been more developed. It was difficult to empathize on a deeper level because a connection with the characters is never really established. I did like that the characters did show some growth towards the end. If you like springtime romance, this book is for you.

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Nitre Fire : Slash & Burn (Book 4) Audio Book by C.L. Schneider – Review by Caralee Loonat

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This is just another great book in this series. I have chosen to read and listen to this book. I find that audible adds to the experience. I really like how the narrator adds to the enjoyment of the book. This book has continued the series and I have been long awaiting this book. I have read the whole series so far and I find it just gets better as it goes on. I like how the author keeps the balance of drama and intrigue. I really was at the end of my chair as I got further into the book. I didn’t want to put it down.

I was really interested how the author would carry on after the ending of the last one and I was not disappointed. I really enjoyed the mix of supernatural and human characters. I really like how the author is able to weave the story and branch it to make the series flow and grow. I really cannot wait to read more from this author cause if the ending of this book is anything to go by there is so much more to come.

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Christine Baranek

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #4)Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton

5 stars

This is the fourth book in the Welcome to Bunya Junction Series and I cannot tell you how much I loved it. The most important part, in my opinion, is that this book is able to stand alone as a strong novel on its own. I have not read the other three books in the series, but I promise that I will now as I want to know more about the characters that I grew to love throughout this story.

In Reunion in the Outback we meet Yolanda and Michael who are living their life in Sydney. They have just weathered one of the toughest trials of their marriage, and to be honest, their lives. They also managed to do this without the support of family nearby. Michael has been trying to outrun the reputation of his father while Yolanda has been trying to prove her independence from her close knit family.

When Yolanda senses changes in their lives, she chooses to run back to her family for their support. She needs space from Michael and she needs space to think. But is her family the best choice to return to.

Soon Michael is blindsided by even more change and he finds himself with the ability to run after Yolanda to try to win her back. But by returning home to Bunya Junction, he must face all that he ran from when he left and the reputation of his father. Is winning Yolanda back worth facing his fears? Will facing his fears win Yolanda back?

Both of them need to decide if they should stay apart or if they really were better together. They also must decide if what they were running away from all those years ago in Bunya Junction is really what they thought it was. Maybe their life and their home isn’t in Sydney after all.

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Forbidden Love: Book 1 of the Forbidden Duet by KM Lowe – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Forbidden Love - Book 1 of The Forbidden DuetForbidden Love – Book 1 of The Forbidden Duet by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Forbidden Love: Book 1 of the Forbidden Duet by KM Lowe. This is one of my favorite kind of books. I loved the story. This is the story of Kally Jamieson and Clark Collinson who have grown up together and been best friends. As they have gotten older they have fallen in love but because they both come from affluent families things are not always as they want it to be. Clark has no interest in running the family business so he branches out on his own. Due to a bet between families when Kally turns 18 she is to be married to Colton as a business deal. Clark is heartbroken so he leaves it all behind and moves on to deal with his heartbreak. Colton is not a good husband he is abusive and leaves Kally broken. Will she be able to break out of this horrible relationship? Will Clark and Kally be able to get back together and rekindle the love they once had? Read Forbidden love to find out!

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Jessica Dimmock

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack, #1)Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Decent character driven story with our main heroine being a human slave in the household of Wolf shifters. Namely the royal family. The King is a royal Jerk, the queen seems sweet but downtrodden, and the sexy Wolf Prince Jason. The story feels a bit Shakespearian with a fairytale twist. We have rebels/rebellion over the monarchy being iron fisted and a slave girl who catches the eye of our handsome prince. There’s the “evil” guardsman who you want to see on a pike before the story is through, and a twist that just makes you want to cry.
While the world and scenery could use more fleshing out in my opinion. The characters are decent. A good book for older YA audiences. Be cautioned as there are some hard themes and possible trigger warning scenes in here. I like how the characters deal with the events and come out the other side. Not to graphic in the scenes, but still there.

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Julie Johnson

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #4)Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It’s a reunion of siblings when Yolanda (also known as Yolo and Lana) arrives on her brother Scott’s doorstep with her young daughter, Jayne. We’ve met Scott, Sindy, and Jonas in previous books and we get to interact with them more with Lana’s story.

She’s yearned for another child for years but Michael, Yolanda’s husband, can’t bear to see her again the way she was earlier in the year when she miscarried. Upset, Yolanda gathers up Jayne and they return to Yolo’s home in Bunya Junction. She avoids all the questions from the family, just letting them know she needs some time away. After all, Michael will be busy at the restaurant, which is where he practically lives these days anyway.

Michael can’t figure out what he did to have the love of his live leave with his daughter. That’s issue #1. Then the phone rings added an additional layer to already mounting pile of disasters. He loves the fact that Charles gave him this opportunity to be the head chef of Charlie’s but he also realizes the time he spends there might be impacting his marriage.

Not being able to withstand the separation any further, Michael leaves Sydney and heads to Bunya Junction. After all, with his new news, he’s got the time to work on his relationship now. Will it be too late? With so many secrets flying around, is there any hope left?

This book concludes the Bunya Junction series. I’m a little sad to see it end!! I’ve enjoyed getting to know the Carruthers family and all their dysfunctions! Each of these books may be read as a standalone but I enjoyed reading them all fairly close together. I highly recommend this series to those who enjoy a good family full of perfectly dysfunctional issues to help us all feel a little more normal. 🙂

 

Reviewed by: @faithfulgirl4

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The Last Cabin Girl (Detective Josie Thompson Series) by Tom Swyers – Review by Tausha Treadway

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The Last Cabin Girl: A totally gripping thriller full of twistsThe Last Cabin Girl: A totally gripping thriller full of twists by Tom Swyers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Last Cabin Girl (Detective Josie Thompson Series) by Tom Swyers. This is my absolute favorite type of book. I loved it sooo much. I can’t wait to read more by this author. This story is about Josie who has finally left her abusive husband with her two kids. She wants nothing more than to leave the small town she’s lived in her whole life and start over but she can’t. Seems like dead bodies are being found in the river behind her cabin a lot! When she found a dead body in the same river when she was in middle school and the body was never found its kind of hard for people to believe her now. When she gets up the nerve to tell the police they arrest her as a suspect for murder! What in the world will she do now? This book is so fast paced and talks about fear of COVID, bullies and a serial killer! Such a good read!

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Stephanie Nordling

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack, #1)Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I do want to start this with a warning. Sexual assault is a major driving force in the storyline. It is brought up multiple times, sometimes in vague detail. However, the tale was an engaging one. I’m a huge fan of shifter stories and this is no different. High stakes abound in this modern story with a medieval skew.

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The Hunted (Vampire Navy SEAL: Sam & Layla) by S.B. Alexander – Review by Karyn Taylor

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The Hunted (Vampire Navy SEAL: Sam & Layla, #1)The Hunted by S.B. Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This has to be the best vampire romance that I have ever read. This is a genre that I’m becoming increasingly more and more interested in and this has to be the best example of one that I’ve read so far. This is a new author to me so I wasn’t sure what to expect but I can definitely say for sure that I will be reading more of this author’s work. In particular, I want to read the next instalment of this story.
I absolutely adored Sam and Layla’s story. This is a definite opposites attract and enemies to lovers story. Sam is a vampire and Layla comes from a family of vampire hunters who hate the very existence of vampires. So why is she so attracted to Sam? Why does she constantly think of the things she wants to do to him?
This story is explosive and I was totally gripped from the very first chapter and was totally captivated throughout. I just didn’t want to put this book down. Why does real life get in the way of losing yourself in a great book? And to top it off, we are left with a cliffhanger. I just can’t wait to read more of Sam and Layla.
Definitely 100% recommend and definitely worth the 5 stars I’ve given it.

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Desiree Ottinger

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Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite, #5)Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another awesome book in the Mafia Elite series!

Luc doesn’t know that he is in line to be the next Brambilla BOSS. He also didn’t realize that his one-night stand, Summer, is his new executive assistant. When his accounts are drained and Summer looks guilty, he THINKS he knows what’s happening. Little does he know that he has inherited loads of money and found the one for whom he was made. But there is something else going on entirely with Summer. Can he crack her defenses and learn how he can best protect her in time? Can he convince her that he is worth her trust in time?

This was a quicker read than the other books in the series. However, I always enjoy reading about these characters and how their lives are all intertwined. The relationships between them all is fierce and loyal. They’d kill for each other or take a bullet without so much as a second thought. Obviously, I enjoy books with alpha males, deep loyalty, and fierce protective inclinations.

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The Hunted (Vampire Navy SEAL: Sam & Layla) by S.B. Alexander – Review by Moriah Venable

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The Hunted (Vampire Navy SEAL: Sam & Layla, #1)The Hunted by S.B. Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The concept of vampires and sworn enemies made me read this book.

Layla was raised to hunt and kill vampires and Sam is a vampire Navy Seal, meaning he is very strong.

His green eyes attract her. Is it possible her family was wrong about vampires?

I’ve been reading graphic novels a lot lately so it was fun to be sucked into a novel again.

The character development was amazing as was the plot.

This is my first novel by this author but it won’t be my last.

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Class Clown (Ghost Girl Series) by Allan Evans – Review by Whitney Morrison

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Class ClownClass Clown by Allan Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book so much more than I thought I would! Going on the clown adventures with Abbey was nothing short of entertaining. I also grew up in Minnesota and currently live in northern Iowa so it was nice reading about places I was familiar with. I especially liked the Part that took place at the Griggs mansion! Overall a really great book and I definitely recommend if you like anything abnormal, like Abbey.

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Wendy Wary

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Until there was youUntil there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

We can’t choose the family we’re born into, and Regan knows just how true that is. She’s used to taking care of herself and helping her addict mother while staying determined to be the first in her family to graduate high school and make something of herself – whatever that is – outside of south Boston.

Jeremy deals with his own family drama while trying to convince his father that he’s ready to take over the company by successfully finishing three new gentrification projects in Boston, a new territory for the business that’s already cornered the markets in LA, Chicago, and New York City.

A chance meeting between two people who live in totally different worlds sparks a relationship that faces a lot of outside turmoil and some internal struggles. Can love be enough to see them through? Faced with two terrible choices that either rip apart two families or cause two broken hearts, Regan must decide if her future will ever be what she has always hoped for.

The author did a great job with relatable and lovable characters, delving into familial matters that somehow still make even the “bad apples” endearing, for the most part. The romance follows the typical arc of couple meets and faces struggle, but the story is one that’s easy to follow and has you rooting for a good outcome with plenty of steamy scenes to boot.

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Whitney Morrison

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Until there was youUntil there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my, Regan and Jeremy’s story was absolutely beautiful. Heartbreaking but beautiful all the same. “I’ll find strength in pain” hit me right in the feels after the book hit me in all the other feels. So so good. Equally parts romantic, heartfelt and steamy.. I just couldn’t get enough. I absolutely recommend if you’re looking for a great opposites attract romance!

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Whitney Morrison

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Reunion in the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #4)Reunion in the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely adored Michael and Yolondas story. I read the other books in the Bunya Junction series and this one was just as great as all the others. It was equal parts heart breaking and romantic. I devoured it in just a few hours because I couldn’t put it down. It was a story of defeat and helplessness but also of courage and strength. I highly recommended if you like small town romances!

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Amy Brennan

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Until there was youUntil there was you by G. Colgrove
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well, this was a doozie of a read! I am truly a fan of the angst-filled will they, won’t they read every now and again and this novel was exactly that. Not only did the author take the time to really navigate the thoughts, emotions, and turmoil that both Regan and Jeremy felt, but she made sure to clearly define the walls that these two constructed individually and as a unit. As someone who has been through their fair share of iffy relationships, I felt this experience through and through. I literally couldn’t stop thinking about it, even if I did feel as though it was just the little bit too long. The sexual encounters that are within these pages made me want to jump my partner, immediately, and that is certainly never a bad thing!

The one thing I must say that I consider worthy of a standing ovation is the introduction of the idea that addiction does not merely stick to those that are less fortunate and born into a poor way of life, however, that it doesn’t care who you are or where you came from, it will nip you regardless of anything. That is all I will say on that as to not to spoil the story, but I am very glad I picked this novel up and would gladly recommend it to others and will be rereading it myself, to be sure. Well done!

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Nite Fire: Slash & Burn (Book 4) AUDIO BOOK by C.L. Schneider – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Can I start with? WOW! Just WOW! I have never been so intrigued with an audible Book. I was at the edge of my seat the whole time I listened to this the 4th book in the series. Really this author never disappoints! Dahlia, a shape shifter, a dragon, returns to hunt monsters, as well as  the Blight that continues to spread. She brings with her new team members. As she must keep the street cleaned of the unwanted. Can she and her team put a stop to the invasion of the human world? At this point I say please read the first 3 books in this exciting series. The Author for this series has really pulled out all stops. Her books are guaranteed to keep your interest. My world was stopped for 15 hours, I just had to finish listening to the book. This author never repeats actions or situations in her story. Her characters are strong as well as independent.  I love that the main character is female. Dahlia proves her strength and determination to complete what needs to be done. Monsters and Blight be warned.

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Hannah Porter

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack #1)Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Claiming My Mate was in my opinion really intriguing. I literally started and finished on the same day. I couldn’t put it down. Lilly was a good lead female, strong, loyal and never lets people keep her down, and this is just the beginning. I can’t wait to see her blossom as the story goes on. As for Jason man! I really think now that he’s found her he’s going to be unstoppable. I love the way he protects her and makes her feel safe after everything that has happen, and don’t get me started on his father😡 his downfall will be ever sweet  😗🤌(Chef kiss) I can’t wait for the the next book I’m counting the days til it’s released. I’m so happy I stumbled upon this. Great job Nicole Howl 👏

Ps. Trigger warning it does touch on sexual assault.

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Keri Leach

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Shamrock & Clover: Fields ApartShamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shamrock and Clovers is a light-hearted short read that is very entertaining and inspiring. I love how the author took two characters, who are opposite of one another and brought them together. In my opinion, the author truly describes “faith, hope, and love” in this story of unexpected young love in someone who is completely different from what you are usually attracted to. Even though the title of this book refers to a representing of “luck”, the two main characters are running out of luck. Will they be able to put their differences aside and be a couple? You will have to read this amazingly written story to find out!

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Shea Gilkerson 4/1/22

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Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance (Mafia Elite, #5)Ruthless Heir: An Enemies to Lovers Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This isn’t the first ME series book I have read, and it definitely won’t be the last. There’s some violence, being a mafia book. There’s some steamy scenes. I enjoy the prose and relationship/world building. Pretty quick read, mostly because I can’t put it down.

Summer was born into a world where her mother was an addict and she had to always be on her guard. She is a survivor, world weary, and finally feels like she is working her way out of that world. She and her best friend, Lauralee, have been working a lot of long hours and sharing an apartment in order to save up some funds. In between shifts, Lauralee spends time with her mafia boyfriend, Ben. One night, Lauralee brings home a secret she overheard and shares a plan with Summer to blackmail him and have her ticket out!

Her plan for blackmail ends with a target on Summer’s back and her fleeing to California with a temp job. After a night with a hot stranger, she heads to work in the morning to find that hot stranger is her new boss! A series of odd coincidences leads to Luc dragging her along while he meets the Five Families of the Chicago Mafia. Will they be able to work together? Will they be able to resist eachother? What have they gotten into?

There are so many layers in this book, and series. It can be read as a standalone, but is obviously better when you have the background of the previous 4 books in the series. Fun reads, nothing too deep but still a well written, fun, steamy read, and I can see myself reading them again when I’m looking for something familiar and easy to enjoy.

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