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Bake Believe(Bake Believe Series Book 1) by Cori Cooper – Review by Misti Maggio

Bake BelieveBake Believe by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bake Believe is a quirky book for tweens. If you, or your child, are interested in baking, this is the book for you. There is a recipe with every chapter. There is also some magic sprinkled throughout. I can’t wait for the sequel.
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My Darling Rogue (A Wicked Rogues Romance Book 1) by April Moran – Review by La Toya Lewis

My Darling Rogue (A Wicked Rogues Romance Book 1)My Darling Rogue by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My Darling Rogue is the first book in the A Wicked Rogues Romance series. We have strong, smart, feisty, stubborn Lady Celia and dark, brooding, dangerous, and handsome Gabriel Rose. These two find themselves continuously thrown and drawn together. They keep fighting it though they both seem taken with each other. Very much an “everyone can see it” situation. Although Gabriel is obsessed with Celia he thinks he has no right to vie for her affections because she is a lady and he is a bastard. Then something happens to change all that and these two can finally be together but Celia isn’t sure she can be what Gabriel needs.

I found Celia and Gabriel’s relationship fun but frustrating. They were both so stubborn, sometimes to the point of foolishness. It was nice to see them get their act together. This book was interesting and there was a bit of adventure. Gabriel is awesome as is Celia and I love the relationships they have with their family and friends. The book contains some triggering elements so be aware. It was a very enjoyable book.

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MASTER TUSCANO (MASTERS OF THE CONSULATE BOOK 2) BY SYLVIA BLACK – REVIEW BY CARLIE DEL GALLO

Master Tuscano (Masters of the Consulate, #2)Master Tuscano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The second book in the series did not disappoint! In the second story it starts off with Delilah who has gone through some horrific things after being captured and taken away from Tuscano. This story perfectly weaves in the continuation from the first story and was one that was just as great. The way that the author weaves the tales of these dark vampire romance novels has me entranced. I cannot wait to continue to read the continuation of the books and see what else happens!

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MASTER DESCALLIA (MASTERS OF THE CONSULATE BOOK 1) BY SYLVIA BLACK – REVIEW BY CARLIE DEL GALLO

Descallia (Masters of the Consulate, #1)Descallia by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW OH WOW!!! This book is so great I read the book in less than 24 hours! Vampire series are a guilty pleasure of mine and this one ticked all of the boxes for me! This first book in the series is about a detective who is brought into the vampire world and who ends up being turned into one after being attacked. As her and Master Descallia’s romance is blooming the women are disappearing and they are in a race against the clock to find them. This was such a great book!! I cannot wait to read the next book in the series!!

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Blood Sector: A Standalone Shifter Omegaverse Romance (V-Clan Book 1) by Lexi C. Foss – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

Blood Sector (V-Clan #1)Blood Sector by Lexi C. Foss
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Quinn McNamara is an Omega wolf shifter, she is also a Princess and she is the centre of a war for her hand as her mate and the Alpha Princes will fight for her until the end, but she has another idea and she has made her choice, but it is one that nobody expects. Kieran O’Callaghan is a wolf shifter as well and he is also an Alpha Prince, but when a young woman intrudes upon his territory with a deal combined with a challenge, he cannot resist, especially when he finds out the identity of the woman involved, however, when she runs away, a game of hide and seek begins.

Quinn hides in the places she knows are the least likely to be checked and so far she has gotten away with it and has managed to keep running despite the Alpha Prince who is chasing after her, her methods of evasion aren’t the safest, but they have been working, that is until she decides to risk it all to save the life of another, so when Kieran finally finds her, she knows that the game us up. He calls her his trickster, but now he has found her, he is never letting her go, he wants her and he will do everything to make that happen, he has also been the acting King of Blood Sector in her place and he will now have his Queen beside him, whether she wants to be or not.

This is where their true courtship starts, they know nothing about the other and trust is something that they each have to earn, but will Quinn’s assumptions about Kieran’s personality be correct, or will he be as brutal, terrifying and cruel as the other Princes? Will Kieran be able to tame his tricky little Omega, or will she be more trouble than she is worth? This is a paranormal romance with plenty of action, not to mention plenty of steamy scenes throughout, but it is also an emotional rollercoaster as the two almost strangers try and create a future with each other, in this story which hooks you in and keeps you hanging throughout.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Tropical Date: Billionaire Romantic Comedy (Postscript Island) Reviewed By Carlie Del Gallo

Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This romance book was such a cute fun read. I have not read a book by this author, and I was pleasantly surprised with how cute and original the story was! I could not put this book down. The fact that this was about a condom making factory had me rolling in fits of laughter. If you are looking for your next lighthearted read that will make you laugh until your sides are hurting, this is the book for you!

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I’m Not Your Difference (Fitz Series Book 4) by Theresa Sederholt – Review by Ashley Mertz

I'm Not Your Difference (Fitz, #4)I’m Not Your Difference by Theresa Sederholt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Read this if you:
*Enjoy romances filled with suspense and mystery
*Like a fight for family and love
*Believe in living in a world without labels

Meet the Author: Theresa Sederholt loves to write and tell stories. Her passion lies within bringing awareness and understanding by dealing with subject matter that is intimidating to navigate. She enjoys whipping up steamy romances filled with suspense, sprinkled with mystery. When not writing, she enjoys cooking with her husband, spoiling the dogs, and spending time in her backyard.

Synopsis: Andy has taken on huge responsibilities in his life, dealing with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s and adopting a deaf child whose mother is murdered. Stephen decides this is all too overwhelming and leaves Andy to fend for himself and Stella alone. When Stephen realizes he made a huge mistake he comes back to Andy. Amongst this, there is a serial killer on the loose targeting gay men. The murders are being deemed as suicides. Andy’s brother Fitz doesn’t believe these men are committing suicide and begins to investigate. When Stephen and Andy end up on the “to be murdered” list, Fitz kicks his investigation skills into high gear. Will he be able to track the suspect before it is to late?

Reader’s Thoughts: This was my first time reading a novel written by Theresa Sederholt. Although I’m Not Your Difference is the fourth book in the Fitz Series it can be read as a standalone. The characters in the novel sent me on an emotional roller coaster ride. At times I disliked Stephen for what he was doing to Andy. And at times I wanted Andy to realize how remorseful Stephen truly was. The love Andy shared with Stella tugged at my heart strings. And the selflessness displayed by Andy…….WOW! MJ and Fitz as side characters really brought life to the story. I cant wait to get my hands on the remainder of this series.

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The Letter Carrier by L.C. Lewis – Review by Rebecca Hill

The Letter CarrierThe Letter Carrier by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a powerful riveting story. This book was based on a true story and follows Michelle Naget’s story and the French amidst the Nazi invasion. It was powerful yet so tasteful and well done. I loved that graphic details were not necessary due to the skill of the author. I am a huge fan of historical fiction, but this book is just on a different scale. It is a story worth every minute, and I wish that everyone, from teen and up, could read it.

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island Book 3) by R.S. Jonesee – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and entertaining romantic comedy, which gave me some pure escapism whilst reading it, as I was transported to the tropical Postscript Island and the P.S. Resort. Painter Marissa and the now billionaire condom manufacturer, Weston have a difficult past, but now they have come face to face again on the Island. After Weston fled to the states, Marissa threw herself into her painting and is now studying for an art degree, whilst helping her parents run the resort. She’s also dating again, but although the local cafe owner is sweet he’s also safe. Her life is turned upside down when Weston returns to the Island to help his Mum sell her boutique.
Weston, who bought a small condom manufacturing plant, which turned out to be very successful and profitable is now a billionaire, living the perfect life, or so he thought, until he saw Marissa again. The couple need to decide if they can put the past behind them if they are to have a future. I loved Marissa and Weston and their chemistry definitely came across in the narrative, leading to some steamy scenes. I liked the witty banter between the couple and the innuendos added humour to the story. I liked the ‘will they won’t they’ element of the storyline, and the added plot twists, involving a mystery kept me hooked from start to finish. Although it can be read as a standalone story, I look forward to reading the previous books in the series now, so that I can return to the P.S. Resort!

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The Letter Carrier by L.C. Lewis – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

The Letter CarrierThe Letter Carrier by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Michelle Naget is a young girl whose life has been one of happiness, family and fun, she lives with her parents and four brothers of which, she is the middle child, in the small village of Braquis, they are close and life is good, but when news starts arriving about the Nazi invasion, Michelle has no idea just how much her life is going to change.

It was a slow change at first, there were rumblings of fighting breaking out, but it wasn’t near to their village, but slowly, more and more people were seen walking through the town with only what they could carry and it was a shock to Michelle and her younger brothers when they joined them. They packed only the essentials and fled their home, this journey was full of danger and reality soon descends on the Naget family as events cause their worst fears to come to pass, a troop of Nazi soldiers find them, but one of the family has split off and they do not know what has happened to them as they are escorted back to their home, but it is not as it was left, their belongings are strewn in the road, as are those of their neighbours. That is not the worst of it, they now find that because they have space in their home, it has been requisitioned by the Nazi’s for their officers and now the Naget family have to serve their oppressors and become almost slaves in their own home.

This becomes their life four the next four years as the Nazi’s invasion continues, they are treated like slaves, food is scarce and school and work are the only things they are allowed to do, apart from attending the local church, this becomes a lifeline for Michelle as she desperately hangs onto her faith. Amid tensions with the other villagers, who question their loyalty and the threat of harm constantly hovering over their heads the Naget family take their family motto to heart “We do what must be done” and keep it there as they pray for the Allies to come and set them free, the only thing which keeps them sane are the letters they receive, for Michelle that is from a young man they met while fleeing from their home, Légère.

As tensions increase and the line between life and death becomes akin to a knife’s edge, can Michelle keep herself and her family safe, or will one of them make the wrong move and end it all? This is an emotionally stirring tale of the effects occupation can have from the perspective of a young person who is coming of age and how war and stress can become a part of life. It will leave you feeling like you have been through the ringer with the characters, as you struggle to put down this engaging rollercoaster of a book.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Kerry Baker

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the idea this book is based on, a true blind date in which to get to know the other person. It feels exciting and intriguing. Add in the characters from this book and it was always going to be an amazing story. I was fully pulled into their story and loved watching them navigate their lives and their relationship. They are so different from each other and yet fit together so well.
This is a new author to me and I loved the approach she took to this book. It was easy to read and yet pulled you in effortlessly. I connected with the characters with ease and really got behind them. I am looking forward to the next book in this series, especially if it is as good as this one.

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The Aloha Series Box Set (Books 1 – 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I literally ‘binge read’ this box set, of the first three books in ‘The Aloha Series’, and I thoroughly enjoyed all three stories. Each of the historical romance stories are set in the tropical islands of Hawaii in the late 1960’s. The author does a wonderful job of making the beautiful setting of Hawaii come to life through her descriptive narrative, which made me feel like I was actually there, and immersed in the stories. In book one, ‘Try Easy’, we are in 1968, and introduced to heroic surfer, Keoni and tourist, Lou, in a slow burn vacation fling romance. Then in ‘Try Me’, the steamy romance involves a fake relationship, between champion surfer Declan Bishop and Pearl who is determined to become the first famous female surfer.
In ‘Try Right’, a friends to lovers romance leads to souls mate finding each other. Claudia was a famous Hollywood actress, but now she can only get a bit part role in a tv series filmed in Hawaii, along with fearless stuntman Henry. Henry agrees to help her find her first true love, a heroic surfer that she met, but as the couple get closer, maybe he’s not Claudia’s soul mate after all. Each of these enjoyable and engaging retro romances are standalone stories, but do have some crossover characters. These heartwarming stories had me hooked from start to finish, and I felt transported not only to the heat and beauty of Hawaii but also to the 1960’s, by the added historical details. The characters are well defined and the chemistry between the couples comes across in the narrative, and I was cheering them on hoping they would all get their HEA. I definitely recommend this box set, which had me happily turning the pages.

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The Aloha Series Box Set (Books 1 – 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Christine Baranek

Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Aloha Series
By: Jill Brashears
5*

This box set is meant to ‘binge’. It contains the first three books in The Aloha Series. I have to say that this is a bingeable box set. It took me two days to read, which is faster than how I usually read. All three books are based on finding love and happily ever afters. I love all three so much but for very different reasons.
The first book was Try Easy. This book takes place in the past. It focuses on the romance of Keoni and Lou. Keoni is a surfer and Lou is a tourist. This book has a will they or won’t they feel. It tells of natural chemistry between two people who are fighting it. I truly enjoyed these characters and this story.
The second book is ‘Try Me’ it focuses on the relationship of Declan and Pearl. Both characters are introduced in Try Easy. These two are in a questionable / fake relationship but they have chemistry to burn.
The third book is Try Right. Once again, it focuses on characters that were introduced in book one. It focuses on Henry and Claudia. Their relationship is one of those tales of friends who become more than friends.
These books are such easy reads. I loved the relationships and how relatable they are. I also love how these books were heavily reliant on natural chemistry. They were written in such a way that you could envision yourself with them or in these positions and root on the characters. Sometimes I wanted to yell because they characters were not seeing the chemistry they had for one another.
I know summer is coming to an end, but these books would make the perfect beach reads. They are set in Hawaii and reading them would be the perfect end of summer read, in my opinion.

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Tropical Date (Postscript Island Book 3) by R.S. Jonesee – Review by Karen Pearman

Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a phenomenal romantic comedy that I didn’t want to end. And it’s a perfect summer read by the pool or ocean. I wasn’t sure what to expect as this is an author I’ve never read before, but I will certainly be looking into her other books now. If they are anything like this one they will be fabulous. I laughed so hard at the sarcasm throughout this book. I loved that the main business is a condom manufacturer. I’ve never read a book with that type of business, and it just made for even more laughs and witty innuendos. I highly recommend this book if you want to laugh your behind off. You will not be disappointed.

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Together We Stand Volume 2: A Charity Anthology for Ukraine by C.A. King, JA Lafrance, Rose Bak, A.N. Waugh, AM Cosgrove, Crystal St. Clair, Sky Purington, A.L. Morrow, TL Mayhew, C.L. Collier, Jordan Leger, Zorha Redwolf Edwards, Emery LeeAnn, Pandora Snow, M.A. Abraham, Tricia Daniels, Raven Belasco, M.K. Moore, KL Fast, Illustrated by Mikki Noble – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Together We Stand, Vol. 2Together We Stand, Vol. 2 by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great collection of stories by some great authors. There are some new authors and some of my favorite authors in this book. I enjoyed reading each story. Each one is unique and engaging. The characters are relatable and the author’s use of details brings each story to life. Each story is unique from each other but all are haunting stories that make you want more. There is something in here for everyone. This is such a great collection and for a great cause as well. I highly recommend this book.

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Bobbi Wagner

The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this suspenseful thriller. This is a new author for me which I look forward to seeing what is next for this author. This is a well written story about a spirit reaching out through a painting. Is it real or is it a voice from the past? I enjoyed how the author brought the story to life using details to make the story realistic. The characters are creative, unique and relatable. They bring the twists and turns to another level. They are sitting on the edge of your seat suspense. This is a fast paced story that is engaging and just hard to put down. This is a haunting story that you don’t want to miss. This is a great afternoon story that I really enjoyed. I highly recommend this story.

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Megan Conley

Euphoric Wonderland: An Eclectic Collection of Psychedelic Poetry to Stimulate the Senses and Open the MindEuphoric 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

This is an eclectic work of modern poetry. Ryan M. Becker takes you on a trippy, edgy yet completely relatable ride through his poems. I really enjoyed reading his poetry and I loved that I could read a poem or two here and there. Some where longer than others, but they weren’t too long. A lot of his poetry was very nostalgic and brought back memories of my childhood and teen years. I loved his word choice and more than once I was running to the dictionary (which I love to do) to see what a word meant or how to pronounce it. I absolutely LOVED the artistic aesthetic of this collection of poems. The art done by Matthew Revert was spot on with each poems and equally as trippy and edgy. Even if you don’t think poetry is your genre, give this a shot…I think you’ll like it!

Reviewed by @meggs1717

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Bake Happy (Bake Believe Series Book 3) by Cori Cooper – Review by Jennie M Bechtel

Bake HappyBake Happy by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bake Happy is the third and final book in the Bake Believe Trilogy. I read this book without reading books 1 and 2 in the trilogy. I wish I had read the other books first, but I still enjoyed this book on its own. I love the characters in this story! Cat and Robyn have an enviable cousin bond. I love that their families get together often and support both main characters. I like that the author included recipes to go with each chapter of the book. The ending wasn’t how I predicted the book would end, but it was a good ending to the story. Reading this book makes me want to go back and read the first two books. I would recommend this book for my junior high students to read, especially if they are interested in baking.

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Ashali and the Blue Horseman by Jordan Elizabeth – Review by Tausha Treadway

Ashali and the Blue Horseman by Jordan Elizabeth. This was a fun read. Its the story of Ashali who is on spring break with her friends. She meets Jase at a bar and is smitten. The night is going good so she goes back to his place but she is suddenly kidnapped. Jase is a superhero and is called the Blue Horseman and thought he had kept his identity a secret but apparently not. He realizes now that Ashali has been kidnapped he is in danger but his main priority is saving Ashali. Once he finds her he realizes she can take care of herself. Things go haywire fighting the bad guys together and they get into some dangerous situations but realizing they care about each other makes them fight harder. This book is full of danger, aliens, super heroes and fights. Such a fun read.

Ashes of Sin and Stardust (AnchorX) by Lindsay Murray – Review by Kimberly Wilkinson

Ashes of Sin and StardustAshes of Sin and Stardust by Lindsay Murray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lindsay Murray did a great job with the characters in the book. How raw each and every character the main and the supporting characters. Alice is a bit like a wild child,  but after being abused like she’s been I would act the same. I would believe my life would always be the same after having a life like hers. Rueben wants what he can’t have, like he put his world on a pedestal and don’t really want to move it. This was a book you couldn’t put down, want to keep reading and reading and get overly emotional and angry along with the characters. Would everything be alright in the end or would everything be different? That is what I thought the whole time I was reading the book. There’s a lot of spice in the book and a lot of topics not for the faint at heart. But I would definitely say this is a book for readers that want a bit of spice and everything.

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Emily H

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After another dating disaster Jake is not sure what to do. He definitely would like to find someone who can share his life with but he has a knack for picking the wrong woman. When his friends suggest blind dates through a dating app where the date literally is blind date. A date in the dark to really get to know one another. His four friends will each select a woman of their choice to see if a match is made. What happens though when Jake does find the girl he could see a future with is his friend’s assistant?

I enjoyed the story. I liked the concept of dating in the dark. Jake is charming and I thought the chemistry between Jake and Lauren was wonderful. It was delightful to see that they both are nervous about if their feelings are mutual and where it will lead. Thoroughly entertaining.

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Destiny’s Daughter (Intimate and Unfiltered Book 3) by Lynda Filler – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Destiny's Daughter: It was the best of times.Destiny’s Daughter: It was the best of times. by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love to read a book that goes into the story of who the author is, who they were, and how they became who they are now. This book was beautiful, inspiring, and enlightening. I was not able to put it down till I reached its completion as I read. I was very moved by the words that came to life as I read!

To explain the depth of all this book possesses, I can only tell you that you need to read it to envision and feel the what this author lived through and endured. From things she witnessed to events she had to go through, it was not all sugar and lollipops. I enjoyed reading her feelings and emotions as she became who she is, The book was more than a memoir to me, it was a truly heart opening and inspiring motivational read. I cried at times, everything felt so real. The beauty of this book was more than just words, you really felt everything. This author put everything out there, and allowed the reader to be a part of their most sincere and private moments. Nothing was more inspirational and beautiful to me! I loved this so much!

I personally thank this author for all that they gave when writing this memoir. A thank you doesn’t justify enough, but know I was touched as I read. This a must read for sure, and a very high recommendation.

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Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery, Book 2)Felines and Fatalities by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the first book in this series! So of course I had to get my own paws on this beloved gem. I love animals, and cats are very special to me, so of course reading this and hearing about the cats in the story and around the protagonist warms my heart completely! This second installment does not disappoint at all.

We have our fan favorite Ellie back with another mystery in her cat cafe at hand. I loved how her personality and ability to be as curious and inquisitive as she was in the first, was just as strong in this book! This book I found was a quicker pace than the first, as we knew the main characters and some of the felines, and I found the story took different turns than I expected, I was very much immersed in the story and wondering what would happen next! Could not put it down! I was hooked! Love this book and this wonderful author!

The series appeals to me as I do love cats, and I love a good cozy mystery. I love when an author takes all your personal favorite things and makes a book off them! Highly recommend this must read book and author!

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Ashali and the Blue Horseman by Jordan Elizabeth – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

Ashali and her friend Miranda fully intend to make the most of their Spring Break and decide to go out to a club together. Miranda has no problem letting her hair down or meeting guys but Ashali, on the other hand, cannot seem to be as uninhibited as her friend. Until she spots Jase, that is, who Ashali feels inexplicably attracted to. Jase is good looking, polite, and charming so Ashali instantly feels at ease with him. Jase and Ashali immediately hit it off and Jase invites Ashali to come back to his house. This is something that Ashali would never normally do but she feels as though she can trust Jase and accepts his invitation.

Ashali is unsure what to expect when she gets to Jase’s home but decides to try to relax and get to know Jase better. What she never expected was to get kidnapped by a group of assassins that are known as Ives who want to use her against Jase.  As it turns out, Jase is a vigilante known as the Blue Horseman and Ives thinks he has something they want that will aid them in their sinister plot to take over the world. Of course, Ashali does not take well to being kidnapped and as it turns out she can hold her own against the bad guys. Before long Ashali and Jase have teamed up in a quest to uncover what kind of dark secrets Ives has been keeping.  Ashali and Jase are now in the fight of their lives as they battle evil and dark forces all around them.

I truly enjoyed this book and found it difficult to put down as the author drew me completely into the world of Ashali and Jase. I was surprised again and again as the book took twists and turns that I did not see coming. The character of Ashali comes across as being dainty, sweet, and innocent at first glance but as you read farther you discover that she has strength and mad fighting skills. Jase initially comes across as a bit of a playboy but as the story unfolds so does his character. As the story develops, we discover that Jase is the Blue Horseman, and that he is a force to be reckoned with. Together, Ashali and The Blue Horseman make a dynamic and unstoppable crime-fighting duo. This book was action-packed throughout and impossible to put down. I highly recommend!

 

Tropical Date (Postscript Island Book 3) by R.S. Jonesee – Review by Kerry Carr

Tropical Date (Postscript Island, #2)Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this rom com. It is part of a series, however it can be read as a standalone and enjoyed just as much. I loved the characters, the author does an amazing job of making the characters relatable and their personalities jump right off the page.

The story is is set in a paradise where you can imagine falling in love would be easy. However the course of love is never straight forward and when it involves a past love then things just get even more complicated.
Add to the corruption and lies that are found in this book and it really adds an extra dimension to the story so it has something extra than just being a rom com

I love how the author brings in humour and innuendos to really highlight Marrisa and Westons past and the way they communicate with each other in this way really shows their relationship for the amazing connection it has. But will past events and current lies stop them from rekindling their relationship.

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Destiny’s Daughter (Intimate and Unfiltered Book 3) by Lynda Filler – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Destiny's Daughter: It was the best of times.Destiny’s Daughter: It was the best of times. by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love to read a book that goes into the story of who the author is, who they were, and how they became who they are now. This book was beautiful, inspiring, and enlightening. I was not able to put it down till I reached its completion as I read. I was very moved by the words that came to life as I read!

To explain the depth of all this book possesses, I can only tell you that you need to read it to envision and feel the what this author lived through and endured. From things she witnessed to events she had to go through, it was not all sugar and lollipops. I enjoyed reading her feelings and emotions as she became who she is, The book was more than a memoir to me, it was a truly heart opening and inspiring motivational read. I cried at times, everything felt so real. The beauty of this book was more than just words, you really felt everything. This author put everything out there, and allowed the reader to be a part of their most sincere and private moments. Nothing was more inspirational and beautiful to me! I loved this so much!

I personally thank this author for all that they gave when writing this memoir. A thank you doesn’t justify enough, but know I was touched as I read. This a must read for sure, and a very high recommendation.

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Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Felines and Fatalities (A Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery, Book 2)Felines and Fatalities by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the first book in this series! So of course I had to get my own paws on this beloved gem. I love animals, and cats are very special to me, so of course reading this and hearing about the cats in the story and around the protagonist warms my heart completely! This second installment does not disappoint at all.

We have our fan favorite Ellie back with another mystery in her cat cafe at hand. I loved how her personality and ability to be as curious and inquisitive as she was in the first, was just as strong in this book! This book I found was a quicker pace than the first, as we knew the main characters and some of the felines, and I found the story took different turns than I expected, I was very much immersed in the story and wondering what would happen next! Could not put it down! I was hooked! Love this book and this wonderful author!

The series appeals to me as I do love cats, and I love a good cozy mystery. I love when an author takes all your personal favorite things and makes a book off them! Highly recommend this must read book and author!

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have been a fan of this author for quite some time now. I really enjoyed this new series, the story was full of realistic moments, characters you cheered for, and moments that made your heart tender

I loved the story how it had its ability to be sweet more than once throughout the story Jake was a great guy. He had a heart of gold, who just wanted to find the person who would complete him. His heart made him who he was and I really admired that. I related to Lauren a lot. She had walls, for reasons she felt were justified. I loved her and Jake together, they had so much chemistry, and to me they were meant for one another. Sometimes fate has plans. such as their blind date. I love as usual, the author’s writing style and how the book weaves with the story! I enjoyed it very much! Loved it!

The story was amazing and heartfelt. I could not put it down. I can’t wait to read more in the series! This book alone is a must read for sure, and with no doubt, a high recommendation from this reader!

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Master Romano (Masters of the Consulate Book 4) by Sylvia Black – Review by Kerry Carr

Master RomanoMaster Romano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 4th book in the Masters of the Consulate series. I have loved every single one of these books and I really recommend reading them from the start so you follow the full story. The author does an amazing job with these vampire romance books. There is so much more happening than just the romance, there is danger and traitors in each side of paranormal beings from the witches and the vampires. It is a fast paced story full of twists and turns that keeps the reader gripped from beginning to end

They now have to find a way to work together after years and years of being enemy’s.
The romance side is really well written I love how opposites attract and how even though they are ment to be enemies Romano and Raven can’t deny or fight the attraction between them.
Even though everything is telling them they can’t be together what do you do when you can’t fight destiny.
Will this bring the witches and vampires together to make them stronger against their enemies or will this union only serve to make the animosity between witches and vampires even worse.
Fighting against their attraction whilst also fighting enemies set on destroying both the vampires and witches are they going to be able to survive?

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Ashes of Sin and Stardust (AnchorX) by Lindsay Murray – Review by Ana Evelyn

Ashes of Sin and StardustAshes of Sin and Stardust by Lindsay Murray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was nothing like I’ve ever read before. I read the many many warnings prehand and felt capable of handing such scenes or stories. The closest thing I can describe this to would be 50 shades of grey, but multiplied by 10. In darkness and levels of bdsm. Also this was a really long book since it went so far into detail. Which isn’t a bad thing, it made sure all basis we’re covered. However there was some repetitiveness that had me sighing like here we go again. Overall I would call this a good read, definitely not for the faint of heart. Definitely opened my eyes more in the realm of bdsm!

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