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Deacon (Saints vs Sinners Series) by CJ Warrant – Review by Amy Brennan

Deacon (Saints vs Sinners Series Book 1)Deacon by CJ Warrant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There are moments in life that take us to a place in our minds that we never wish to revisit. Loss tends to take away our ability to see the sunshine, rainbows and silver linings of this life. This seems to very much be the problem that Deacon, our main man in this experience, suffers from and the hits just keep coming. Luckily for him, he has his Disciples, his chosen family to have his back through the good and the bad. They seem to really keep him in check and do whatever they can to help me regain his footing. The author does an immaculate job at portraying the hardships of life, the emotional roller coaster, and the personality of an overall incredibly loving and caring man and his family throughout. I couldn’t put the novel down, and let it eat up most of this past weekend, without complaint, of course!

Now, Olivia, or Liv as her nearest and dearest refer to her as, has many of the same hardships, losses and issues that Deacon has been experiencing, both having lost their fathers, and feeling like the weight of the world rest on their shoulders. Liv’s issues continue to develop as the story moves forward, and things start to get really unclear as to what she is to deem right, and wrong in her choices. Luckily for these two, they know that when times get extraordinarily tough, they will be there for each other, too, no matter what. This story was fantastic from start to finish what with the character development, world building, and suspense, and I cannot wait to continue this series, an find out more about Sinner’s back story. Highly recommend!

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Kayla Kearney

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

This book had me hooked from the very beginning! As someone with a similar background to Regan, I was very empathetic to her story and fell in love with her from the very beginning. Even during the times in the story that reminded me of my own childhood, I was drawn in and had a hard time putting the book down. Add in the chemistry between her and Jeremy and this was a fast read for me! Definitely not the last book that I will be reading by this author!

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Jenique Bornman

Shamrock & Clover: Fields ApartShamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

With South Africa heading towards winter, this is the perfect “cosy next to the fire” read. It’s short and sweet and was exactly the fun lighthearted read I needed after all the dark stuff I’ve read.
The characters are superbly written and the really grow through out the book especially Patrick. His personal growth and emotional maturing really resonates with me.
A great book yet again from this talented author

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Shamrock & Clover: Fields ApartShamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King
4 of 5 Stars
An enjoyable and engaging contemporary romance with an opposites attract theme, which kept me happily turning the pages. Clover and Patrick (Shamrock) have different views on love, she’s a saint and he’s a sinner. However, when they meet in this romantic comedy the unlikely couple may just have found love with one other. I thoroughly enjoyed this short but sweet story and loved the main characters, Clover and Shamrock, and I was cheering them on hoping they would get their HEA. A heartwarming read with a storyline full of emotions, humour, and of course romance.

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Amanda Williams

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

Very fast-paced romance. The characters felt real and relatable. I liked the instant connection between them. I felt as though the author did a good job portraying all the emotions and turmoil they had to go through. Nicely done.

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Karen Pearman

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

This was another great book by one of my favorite authors. If you have never read one of her books, I suggest you start now with this one. She’s a fantastic writer and has an amazing way of drawing the reader into the world they are reading about. She always makes me feel like I am living the story through her description and narration of the story. This was a shorter story than some of the books I am used to reading from her, but none the less was just as good. I don’t feel that the length of the book took away from any of the story. I will say that this one was a little slow at the beginning and took me a couple of chapters to really get into, but once I did I couldn’t put it down. It was very entertaining, and I loved the characters chemistry.

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Helani Kihe

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

I LOVE PARANORMAL ROMANCE! Claiming my Mate definitely did not disappoint. Once I started reading I couldn’t stop. The only thing I didn’t like is that is was so good I read it too fast and now I have to wait for book 2 to find out what happens. The author did a great job with the storyline and the characters.

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An Alien Storm (Soldiers of Saedo Book 4) by Calla Zae – Review by Mary Espinoza

An Alien Storm (Soldiers of Saedo, #4)An Alien Storm by Calla Zae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I truly and thoroughly enjoyed this book! I could not put it down!! It was a little bit of danger, mystery, and a whole lot of love! I gave this book 4 stars because I wanted more! The author did an awesome job of describing the characters, the places and emotions that the characters were feeling at the time. Vanessa and Arkon, the book’s main characters have an electrifying relationship from the very start. I won’t go into too much detail because I don’t want to spoil it for anyone! This book is definitely a must read! I look forward to reading the other books in the series.

Mary Espinoza, March 2022

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Shannen Kern

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

5 Star Review

This was my first book from this author and let me tell you, I’ll be picking up more! The characters were written so well which can be difficult with dual POV, but the author knocked it out of the park. I cannot remember the last book I finished this quickly and I definitely missed a good chunk of sleep because I couldn’t put it down.

The chemistry between Regan and Jeremy is potent and I enjoyed every minute of the up-and-down drama, humor, and romance between them. Regan comes from a not-so-great family, but it gives her the drive to make it on her own. Myrna is the mother figure that Regan needs and while she doesn’t have huge moments in this book, I feel that her presence is still felt throughout it.

Jeremy seems like he has it all until he meets Regan and everything changes. Regan knocks him out of his autopilot lifestyle and makes us all feel what he’s going through. The connection between these two is amazing but will it be enough in the long run?

 

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Beelzebub: The Gift of Glutony (A Sinful Seven Novel) by JC Brown & Lena Lane – Review by Ashley Johnson

Beelzebub The Gift of Gluttony (Sinful Seven, #2)Beelzebub The Gift of Gluttony by J.C. Brown
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was the first book I’ve read by both authors and it will not be my last. Who knew that I would want my own demon after reading this. It wasn’t that “Zee” is smoking hot and has feathered wings but he is pretty hilarious and a smarty pants. I am needing more of this world. I can’t wait for the rest of the series!

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The Sound of Murder (Musical Murder Mystery Series) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Wendy Wary

The Sound of MurderThe Sound of Murder by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ruby is a quirky actress who trades whimsical alternatives for curse words, sings song lyrics in her head – and sometimes aloud – as they apply to her everyday life, and struggles to figure out who she truly is among all the characters she takes on. When she lands a chorus part in her traveling theater company’s latest production, she’s disappointed, a little bored, and still working to fit in with her cast mates, even while coping with the loss of her mentor only a few short months ago. When she stumbles upon the body of a new cast mate while jogging in a park at their first tour stop in Asheville, she decides to spend her free time helping to get to the bottom of the mystery of why anyone would want to murder the kind older woman and who is behind it all. Forging a friendship with another cast mate, Nova, the pair clumsily make their way through an investigation that isn’t always as clandestine, nor safe, as they expect. It’s an entertaining and offbeat whodunit.

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Lisa Helmick

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

I could not out this book down! I literally did not do things just so I could continue reading this book! It is filled with action, suspense and drama….just about every page! This author did a wonderful job creating this world and the characters who live with in it.

While I throughly enjoyed the two main characters I was equally enthralled with the supporting characters. Yes I did not love every character and some I even couldn’t believe the way they acted. Still a purpose is served by them being evil, kind, sweet etc. This is book one in the series and I am on pins and needles awaiting the next one.

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Deacon (Saints vs Sinners Series) by CJ Warrant – Review by Shelly Kittell

Deacon (Saints vs Sinners Series Book 1)Deacon by CJ Warrant
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deacon Saint is a man dealing with a lot of pain. Coming off a painful injury from his racing career, he returns home for his best friend’s funeral and finds many secrets in Alama. It’s time to take care of those secrets. With the help of his childhood buddies, he is able to fight through demons and secrets from the past. He also learns to let his friends help him. He learns that the woman he always loved never betrayed him so he and Olivia get to work through their challenges along with helping his mom find help and resources for her Alzheimers. This book was fantastic. Though staring with a funeral, the action pulls you right in. You can feel Deacon’s and Olivia’s emotions throughout the whole story.. There are some large emotions. The author gives you some big twists and turns in the story. I feel like you had at least two different storylines going but they melded perfectly into each other. I felt like I was dealing with people I knew from high school. Such well-written characters, great job done with Clyde. Grumpier than Oscar the Grouch.The tone of the story being just Deacon and Olivia makes it feel personal. This is the story that leaves you wanting more. I can’t wait to read more. This is going to be a wonderful series. I would give it more than a 5 if I could.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and ChallengesNotebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Notebook Mysteries ~ Changes and Challenges (Notebook Mysteries Book 3) by Kimberly Mullins

Changes and Challenges is the third book in the Notebook Mysteries Series and my absolute favorite of the series. This is a Historical Mystery that pulled me in from the beginning and I couldn’t put it down till I finished. This is the perfect book for a cloudy day. I highly recommend reading this series in order as each book is just as good as the last and this one picks up where we left off. The author does a wonderful job of bringing the characters to life and keeping the storyline flowing. I loved all the characters and the suspense kept me on the edge of my seat all while trying to figure out the mystery. Changes and Challenges takes place in Chicago in 1885, Emma finds herself on a new adventure after an inheritance from one of her prior clients. Follow along as Emma and her friends as they solve the mysteries. I highly recommend reading this to find out what happens next. I don’t want to give to much away. If you love Historical Mystery then this is definitely a book/series for you. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Betsy Melano

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

I love reading books by this author and this series is one of my favorites! The connections the mafia bosses have with each other and their wives are important and strong. And the families in Chicago have been through so much together which keep them connected. They work very well as a team.

Book 5 introduces us and delves into the relationship between Luc and Summer. They haven’t known each other long but they have a connection they didn’t expect after a one night stand. Summer has not had a great life but is very resourceful and strong. The new couple mixed in with the mafia families well and we see them support the new couple as if they have been part of the group all along.

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

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

I just love diving into a great vampire book and this book was fantastic!! This is the story of two characters that are just different, one being a vampire while the other is a vampire hunter.
Layla is strong and feisty and hunts vampires and comes from a family that is famous for being vampire hunters. Sam is a Navy SEAL but also arrogant and can come across cocky at times. Sam is powerful more than you know. When a chance encounter and a failed op bring Layla and Sam together, the roller coaster of a ride really takes off. Layla wants to capture Sam for her own purpose, but what happens when things do not happen as planned? Definitely read and find out!! This book has some sizzling hot moments, banter, deception all wrapped into a great read! I cannot wait to get my hands on book 2 to continue this story of Layla and Sam!

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Nite Fire: Slash & Burn (Book 4) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Rachel Moss

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

This was a great read! I love how well this author writes and how descriptive all her books are and this one is absolutely no disappointment! Full of action, fantasy, suspense, drama and some comedy this book has it all. It’s packed full on entertaining scene after entertaining scene and I found this one so hard to put down. It was absolutely amazing! I really loved this one and I can’t read to read the next installment soon!

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Until There Was You by G. Colgrove – Review by Heather Bass

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

This is the first book that I have read from this author and she now has a new fan. I love a good contemporary romance but she exceeded all my expectations. These characters drew me into their story right from the start. I could not put this book down until the end. It only took me a few hours to devour this amazing story.

Regan is ready to leave her town for good. She just graduated and now she is ready to make that reality until she meets him. Regan meets the gorgeous Jeremy as she is working her tables. She just thought he was just another rich kid but she was so wrong. Regan and Jeremy can’t get enough of each other but fate always interferes. Will Regan and Jeremy find their happy ever after or will they be torn apart?
Review by @heatherbass
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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Amanda Glaspie

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 fantastic installment in the series. I loved the outside looking in feel of this book and the introduction of two new characters. Luc and Summer, a classic enemy turned to love story. These two fit perfectly with the current mafia bosses and wives. Once again, you can feel the love and pain that each of these characters feel. I connected to Luc and Summer more than the previous characters as they were not born into the Mafia. I really enjoyed this book in the series and am intrigued to find out what comes next.

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by May Leadstone

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

This book was a nice and easy read. The characters have some touches of personal tragedies, but the reader only gets a snapshot into the gorgeous playboy Shamrock and the innocent point of view of Clover. I enjoyed the perspectives of both Clover and Shamrock, but they were still very mysterious and that made me want more. I think I would’ve enjoyed an extended view of their background or day-to-day with these characters. When reading it went by really fast for me personally, and there were times I would’ve liked a more defined time frame. This is the first time I have read this author and will be looking into more of her writings.

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Candida Hopper

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 is the fifth book in this series and it did not disappoint. This book can be read as a standalone but it is my suggestion that you read them all in order for a better experience and you get to know all the characters that make up the five families. This author always does a great job pulling me into the story. This has been a great series, and I can’t wait to see what comes next.This is Summer and Luc’s story and you won’t want to miss it. This book is full of romance, action, danger, suspense, family, love and so much more. I highly recommend this book.

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Shamrock & Clover: Fields ApartShamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a sweet romantic comedy. It was a shorter read but I loved it.

This story is of a couple quite unlucky in many ways but definitely in love. They don’t see what fate has in store for them but as we follow their journey, they’ll figure it out together.

This story was well written and it really pulled me in. The characters chemistry really added to the story. The characters were relatable which added another great aspect to the story. All in all it was a great read!

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Claiming My Mate (Wolf Hollow Pack Book 1) by Nicole Howl – Review by Tina Vega

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

Wow! To say I love the heroes and hate the villians would be an understatement. Great characters and an even better plot! A warning – there is a sexual assault. It doesn’t go into detail , but the aftermath is still difficult to read. The author isn’t scared of putting her characters in difficult circumstances. I look forward to reading more in this series!

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Shamrock & Clover: Field’s Apart by C.A. King – Review by Julie Johnson

Shamrock & Clover: Fields ApartShamrock & Clover: Fields Apart by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

For a super short book, this one sure packs it all in!! I laughed, I cried, I smiled, and I wanted to smack someone all in the 30 minutes or so it took me to read this lil gem!

Shamrock, aka Patrick, is the town’s playboy. He loves to go out drinking with his buddies but soon realizes that he’s tired of the single life. He is ready to final settle down with “the one” instead of a one night stand.

Clover, who’s one of the unluckiest people ever, is having a hard time. Her job’s not great, grandma’s not well, and life isn’t treating her kindly.

What’s the odds that these two meet up looking for a change?

It’s a super cute rom-com that can be read in a short span of time. This is my first read by this author but I’ll be looking for more of her books.

Reviewed by: @faithfulgirl4

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

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

A team of vampires is waiting in the dark, watching for their target, Roman Brown. Sam waits patiently as he watches the establishment run by vampires. To his astonishment, three women enter the bar, and he wonders why humans would choose this particular bar. Then Roman, the rogue vampire, arrives with a Shifter at his side. Sam makes his move only to find vampires racing out of the bar. Entering the building, he sees the three women were shooting darts into the vampires, which caused them to fall unconscious. One of them is holding a gun against one of his team members, Ben, who is half human. Another has shot Roman several times, but the rogue remains awake without the ability to move.

Rianne threatens to shoot Sam with a dart, but the vampire is too fast and manages to invoke a spell on the girl. Layla, her sister, comes to her aid, but Sam has already freed Ben. Before the two flee, he warns her to leave before Roman can move. Jordyn and Layla carry their sister to a car and drive out of the city to their house backing up to the woods. Sam’s spell on Rianne has made her unable to speak, and she seems to have lost any cognitive ability. Layla debates with Jordyn on how to help their sister. Unfortunately, the decision ends up forced upon Layla when Roman arrives and snatches Jordyn. To save Jordyn, she has to seek help from the vampire that cast a spell on Rianne. Sam, her intended target, is the only one that can help her sister. Seeking him out goes against everything she has ever known. A vampire hunter pairing up with a vampire? Would he help her before Roman decides to kill Jordyn?

A romantic vampire fantasy story, this is the first book of a Vampire Navy SEAL series. The characters are well-developed, and the tension is boiling. Throw in several outside stories that imply secrets that could be Earth shattering, and this book will captivate your attention.

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Mermaid and the Rainbow: Mermaid Science by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Tina Vega

the mermaid and the rainbowthe mermaid and the rainbow by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this to my son. It is a sweet story with an educational element as well. The illustrations were beautifully done and really add to the enjoyment of the story itself. I loved the little characters and how they interacted with one another. If your child loves bright pictures and science, they will love this one!

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

Slash & Burn (Nite Fire, #4)Slash & Burn by C.L. Schneider

Dahlia is back… trying to fight the blight before it destroys everything everyone knows. Her trusty sidekick is back along with her 3 lovers which makes an unusual but interesting team dynamic
Cue drama, betrayals and so many secrets!

Finding out if Dahlia can save everyone from the blight, find her own happiness and fight off the collectors and solve Murders will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire story.

The narrator in this book is also great. the characters become engaging due to the different tones of her voice while she reads. Truly enjoyed this!

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

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

This was a cute story and my kids enjoyed it. As with her other books they have read, this one also contained a story. This time a life lesson on sharing and giving to others through a magic pencil. I also love how she incorporates characters that are so diverse in each of her books. This was so enjoyable to read even as a parent.. I love how the illustrations fit perfectly with the story being told. The colors are outstanding. They truly pop of the page. Just as with her previous books, this one would also make a great gift to a child that you know. Or also to a school library or elementary teacher. Another hit for this writer and the illustrator as well.

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Ruthless Heir (Mafia Elite Book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Juls Dick

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

Ruthless Heir is the 5th book in the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley, I think this was one of my favourites in the series so far. Each book in the series follows a member of one of the main 5 Chicago Mafia families and the nice difference in this book is that Luc doesn’t know he is part of the elite, through the mother he never knew he is the rightful heir to one of the 5 families. A successful businessman in his own right, he is surprised when he is forced to go to Chicago to discover his true heritage, taking his reluctant assistant Summer along with him. Summer is on the run from her past and doesn’t want to get involved with anything to do with the mafia but finds protection in the strangest of situations. I really liked this book, I have been enjoying all the books in the series, there is lots of actions, strong female characters and interesting storylines. Highly recommend, looking forward to book 6!

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Deacon (Saints vs Sinners Series) by CJ Warrant – Review by Ashley Johnson

Deacon (Saints vs Sinners Series Book 1)Deacon by CJ Warrant
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the first in a series and I can say that it starts off with a bang! This book was so good. I read it in one setting. It’s also pretty cool that it takes place about an hour from where I live. I live in the middle of nowhere, so it’s pretty cool that small towns get their own little world. I am excited for book 2!

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