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Code Name: Vulture (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels and Sylvia Black – Review by Emily McCoy

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1)Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Danielle doesn’t realize when she’s been out bidded on an artifact in an auction that it’s about to change her entire life. Code Name: Vulture starts out fast paced when Danielle doesn’t get the artifact she wanted so badly and has promised to an old friend she would protect but little does she know her fated mate is the one who outbid her and throws her into a new dangerous life. She must figure out how to keep her secret and protect the artifact.
This was such a good read, I finished it in one setting!
It’s a dark vampire romance with a strong female lead who doesn’t know her own strength. Danielle loves history and uncovering the truth! She soon finds out that not all stories are myths. Vulture is a Vampire but not a normal one, he’s a pure blood; He’s faster, stronger and has different powers. This series was so great from start to finish, it was exciting, sexy, and I loved the mystery you get with it! Would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a dark fantasy romance!

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Sara Oxton

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out by Amy McKinley a strong five-star read. This is number one in the Mafia Elite series, and it shows us what a great author we have here and also what a great series this promises to be. Liliana what a great character she is, but she has her own surprises, one being the strength of character she shows, but she has more that just her strength. Max was sublime, he also has surprises and secrets, this took me a while to get properly stuck into, but my goodness once I was stuck, I couldn’t be separated from this story. I was so gutted when this ended, I was sat wishing there were a hundred more pages as I wasn’t ready to say goodbye just yet.

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Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series Book 5) by Vikki Walton – Review by Piper Foster

Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series, #5)Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a nice little cozy m to read. This is the frist book I’ve read by this author this book could easily be read as a stang alone. Ms. Anne Fremont has taken on planning gardens for the towns people all of a sudden she find the president dead which then makes her suspicion. Anne soon goes on a mission to find out what happen to this poor man.

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Family Secrets (A Whispering Pines Mystery) by Shawn McGuire – Review by Kayla Kearney

Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1)Family Secrets by Shawn McGuire
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic read to start spooky season! The suspenseful mystery Family Secrets by Shawn McGuire, first book in the Whispering Pines series, this book will have you hooked from the very first chapter!

A classic whodunit mystery, somewhat newcomer Jayne O’Shea arrives in her grandparents hometown to discover a murder. She meets Tripp, a camper in the village, who helps her with her investigation while also helping fix up her grandparents’ house, which was the reason she came to Whispering Pines in the first place.

As someone who has been questioning her spiritual beliefs over the last few years, reading about the Wiccan religion and witchcraft in general was especially interesting to me and I love how they incorporated it into the story line. It definitely put an interesting twist on things and I hope it remains prevalent in the books to come!

The book leaves some unanswered questions, so I definitely plan to read the rest of the books in this series!

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The Bow: A Fated Mates Greek Myth Paranormal Romance (Her Three Immortals Book 3) by Hazel Storm–Reviewed by Jerricka Brown

The Bow: A Fated Mates Greek Myth Paranormal Romance (Her Three Immortals Book 3)The Bow: A Fated Mates Greek Myth Paranormal Romance by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was amazing. I have been addicted to this series since book one. I love that the characters and surroundings were explained in more detail this time. I didn’t think it could get better but I was mistaken. Storm outdid herself yet again. I can’t wait for the next book.

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Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Tracy Wilkin

Swindler's RevengeSwindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Swindler’s Revenge is book five in the Karina Cardinal Mysteries by Ellen Butler. A new to me author, this story was a great way to sink my teeth into Ellen Butler’s work. I was cackling away from the very first chapter. The engagement with Karina was instant. This rebel has an agenda and it’s not just to solve a mystery. This character is constantly busy and drama is ever present at ever chapter. Karina’s quick wit is enviable, her personality larger than life, and the author’s portrayal of each character encouraging.

If you are wanting excitement, energy, suspense, romance and constant activity, then this story is for you. I certainly enjoyed every word, and will be going to read the rest of the books I have to get caught up on all that is crazy enthralling Karina. 4 stars.

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Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Char Wahtomy-Alba

This is the first book I have read by this author and it was a great first book. I realized after I was a few pages in that it went to a series, but I didn’t feel like I had missed out on a lot. It does make me want to go back and read the other adventures from the first book.

In Swindler’s Revenge Karina Cardinal has her Saturday morning interrupted by the FBI. They are looking for her ex boyfriend Mike Finnegan as he supposedly took a $1.2 million bribe. She doesn’t believe he would do something like that, but the FBI believes they have the right man. Mike believes he was framed and thinks he knows who is behind it, but how can he prove he didn’t do what he is accused of? Karina believes that Mike is genuinely a good guy and jumps in feet first to help him out of this jam. How much danger is she putting herself in to help out a friend?

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Daryian Lucas

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first ever mafia romance book. I loved it. It not only gave me a glimpse into the mafia world, but it also made me want to read the rest of the series. Liliana is a mafia princess whose dad views her more as property than his daughter. Max is a bodyguard who wants to protect her full-heartedly. No Way Out is a good intro to mafia romance.

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The Boss Prince (It’s Raining Royals) by Alix Nichols – Review by Rayne East

The Boss Prince (It's Raining Royals, #1)The Boss Prince by Alix Nichols
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Light, fun read
This is my first book by Alex Nicolas and it did not disappoint. It was a really enjoyable quick-read rom-com that ticked all the boxes. I connected quickly with Lucie and Max, their adventures were comical. The world this was set was so intriguing (& hilarious) with its own royalty and customs, and I am keen to learn more as I delve into the rest of the series.

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Scarlet Princess (Lochlann Feuds Book 1) by Robin D. Mahle and Elle Madison – Review by Rachel Moss

Scarlet Princess (The Lochlann Feuds, #1)Scarlet Princess by Robin D. Mahle
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Scarlet Princess was incredible! I honestly couldn’t put this book down! It was completely enthralling and honestly addicting from the first page and chapter. This book was romantic, hilarious, thrilling and extremely entertaining. Reading this book went so quickly. I absolutely loved the main character Rowan. She had the most feisty personality that gets her into trouble but I don’t think I would love her if she didn’t. I absolutely can not wait for the next installment of this series to come out. The cliff hanger definitely left me wanting more!

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A Natural Passion by Tammy Mannersly – Review by Megan Brasington

A Natural PassionA Natural Passion by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My only complaint is that this book is too short! I found myself falling in love with Dylan the moment he was introduced and then it was this all took place in Australia and he immediately turned into a Hemsworth brother in my mind. I really enjoyed that it was light-hearted and still gave me butterflies sometimes romantic scenes don’t have to be extremely explicit. Just a little hint of cuteness can leave the mind wandering off to explore what the reader wants to happen. I would recommend this as a quick read while on lunch at work and are in desperate need of an escape. This book will have you traveling off to Australia to save the sea turtles and forgetting your normal day-to-day life. I can’t wait to reread it.

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Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Angela Packard

Swindler's RevengeSwindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fifth book in the Karina Cardinal Mystery series. It can stand alone, but I am going to go back and read the first four books. I fell in love with Karina!! Her outrageous plans, her determination, the way the people around her trust her is just amazing and well written.
Karina falls into a mess when her ex is though to have embezzled 1.2 million dollars and taken off with it. The FBI show up to her door she is antagonistic with them, but they continue searching her house. She knows Mike didn’t do this, but who did? Who can she go to help Mike? Can she completely trust them with this delicate issue? The people she does trust, can they find all the information before time runs out?
I couldn’t stop turning the pages. What was going to happen next? What bright dangerous idea was going to come out of Karina’s mouth next. She had me laughing, loving, fearing for their safety. I just did the emotional Olympics. THANK YOU, ELLEN BUTLER!!!!

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Home to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction Book 1) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Home to the Outback (Welcome to Bunya Junction, #1)Home to the Outback by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this story by Author Nicole Flockton. Ryan is a very successful plastic surgeon and wants to be part of something more and parts ways with his partner, whom is all about money and greed. When Ryan gets a phone call that his adoptive father, Colin, was in a very serious accident, he heads back to Bunya Junction. Sindy Carruthers went back to Bunya Junction after her relationship went wrong. Sindy ended up working for Colin as a nurse and thought highly of Colin. When Colin passes away, Ryan and Sindy find out they are both half owners of his practice that he is leaving behind. Fate brought them together, can they both heal and love. This is a great contemporary romance and I loved the setting in Australia. I cannot wait to dive into book 2 :).

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The Don (Her Three Immortals Book 1) by Hazel Storm-Review By Elena Tobar

The DonThe Don by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely love that Hazel Storm has made Greek Gods characters in her stories. This book had me seriously glued to it from start to finish. I literally could not put it down because I wanted to find out what would happen next. I found myself immersed in another world, experiencing all of the different emotions that Vanessa felt as she found herself drawn to two people that are complete opposites. Raef is pure and light like Vanessa, and Grey is dark and dangerously sexy. Both of them are irresistible in their own ways.
I really enjoyed how this book made me ponder life after death and just what awaits you at the end of this lifetime. It does so in a way that steals your breath away and leaves you on the edge of your seat the entire time. I smiled, laughed, teared up and gasped with shock at various parts of this book. This amazing story will run you through the entire gamut of emotions. My mouth was wide open at the twist ending and I am so looking forward to the next book in this series. Do yourself a favor and get lost in the world that Hazel Storm has so eloquently created.

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Code Name: Vulture (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels and Sylvia Black – Review by April McCoy

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1)Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Vulture and Danielle’s story is one I enjoyed so much! Code name: Vulture was an excellent read that had me flipping through page after page unable to put it down! Well written with good flow and lots of excitement! I couldn’t reccomend this enough!

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Code Name: Vulture (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels and Sylvia Black – Review by Christine Taysom

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1)Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is absolutely fantastic! The paranormal world building was really well done, from beginning to end! As you read and learn more about Vulture and his world and Danielle and her being sucked right into all the chaos. And as things progress towards the end, questions are answered leaving you thrilled at the prospect of what is next to come in the series!

Danielle is independent, adventurous and brave and is so much more than she appears. Vulture is cold and immoveable yet these two get shoved into a situation much bigger than they realize at the start and it only gets better as you read! Loved this book and I am definitely looking forward to reading more about Falcon in the next one! Highly recommend this for a great Paranormal world and romance!

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THE BOW (HER THREE IMMORTALS Book 3) by HAZEL STORM – Review by Ashley Hasting

The Bow (Her Three Immortals, #3)The Bow by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hazel, you have done it again! This series alone is SO sexy and so full of life from the underworld to the overworld, and beyond! Vanessa seriously cracks me up with her input on her Gods and Half God, but they also have great opinions in their perspectives. If you are looking for a steamy book full of Life from all realms of Gods, please read this series! I am on my way to the fourth book and can’t wait to see what else is in store or should I say Boxed! 😉

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Gone Country (Gone in Love) by Katrina Marie – Review by Ashley Hasting

Gone Country (Cousins Gone #1)Gone Country by Katrina Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gone Country by Katrina Marie to me is a great book that should belong as a Hallmark Movie! I can see the whole thing played out on film. She’s a city girl who her only dating is her job and getting a promotion. In order for this promotion, she will have to go out in the country to complete the task. Well in the process of getting there alone, she ends up with bad luck, but that bad luck leads her to a sexy country boy who was sweet to help her out. He ended up needing to help her out more, and in many ways! The friendships, family, love, and drama in this book play out so good and I want to give Katrina a hoot and holler for this book! It was something I needed to read when I had a bad day.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Dawn Brown

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Liliana is a mafia princess. Her dad is the boss, her mom dead. Dad only sees Liliana as a pawn to get what he wants and to further his buisness holdings. When Matt (Max) comes on to dad’s employ, he works to get LIliana out. Matt is really under the employ of Liliana’s grandfather who desperately wants her away from her dad and returned to him.
Opinion
In the beginning of the book was a family tree (of sorts) to all of the mafia’s in Chicago. There are five. While this is extremely helpful for the book, I was daunted reading it before I even read any of the book. I did refer back to it from time to time to help me get some perspective.
Liliana also alludes to the death of her friend, Marissa. She does it often enough that I checked to see if there was another book in the series. I did not find one and believe that McKinley was just offering a back story. I personally would have preferred a prelogue because I was a bit confused as to whether I should already know it or not.
The book itself was fast paced and kept me on the seat of my pants wondering what was going to happen next. There was plenty of action for what you would expect of a mafia novel as well as angst and love. I truly enjoyed reading this book.

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Gone Country (Gone in Love) by Katrina Marie – Review by Stephanie Nicole

Gone Country (Cousins Gone #1)Gone Country by Katrina Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gone Country (Gone in Love) by Katrina Marie is possibly one of the most amazing romance novels that I have ever read. This is my first read by Ms. Katrina Marie but with her amazing plot, terrific characters, and great word building she will quickly find her way to my favorite author list. I was drawn to this novel by the cover and it’s been on my tbr list for a couple of weeks, but I’m so glad I finally got to read this amazing book. Stella is amazing, hard working, and smart but what happens when mr. tall dark and handsome Johnny walks into her life? Johnny is hard working, handsome, and has some issues of his own to deal with, will Stella be able to repair what once was broken? You’ll have to read that funny, intense romance to find out.

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Code Name: Vulture (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels and Sylvia Black – Review by Ashley Hasting

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1)Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As soon as I saw that Sylvia Black was one of the Authors, I got so excited because I have already read a few of her books and I am hooked on her! This is my first for Maya Daniels, and now I am going to be hooked on her books and CAN’T WAIT! This book being the first of this series is already so wild! There is so much love, sexual feelings, combat, drama, and more!! Vulture is his code name of a group of certain Vampires. They have lived for centuries, and whenever he is on any contract, he never breaks his vows and goes by all his rules to the penny, BUT it changes when he meets Danielle, a curator for a museum in New York. She’s his new contract, but as you can tell, it’ll mean SO much more. You will need to pick up this book right away! I am so ready to read the second book!!!

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Swindler’s Revenge (The Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) – Review by Krystal Gregory

Swindler's RevengeSwindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Swindler’s Revenge is a fantastic addition to the Marina Cardinal Series. I love that the overall tone of this book. Karina Cardinal or K.C. really seems to find herself in one hotspot after another. I mean, I love the girl, I really do, but she needs to work on her self-preservation. KC finds herself in the middle of an FBI investigation after her ex-boyfriend is accused of some pretty shady things. KC is convinced that the ex-boyfriend Michael, is innocent. She is going to have a heck of a time proving it while the FBI is breathing down her neck.

This book is equal parts hilarious, dramatic, suspenseful, mysterious, and has some hot chemistry. Lovers of all those genres will love this book. This is part 5 of the series and can be read as a stand-alone, however, I feel that, with all series, you should read them in book order, as the author intended. This is a solid 4 out of 5 stars.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Jana Lewis

Decisions and Possibilities (Notebook Mysteries #2)Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Light-hearted mystery featuring a young, spunky female investigator who isn’t afraid to stick her neck out. She can bake bread and decorate cakes then throw knives with accuracy. I found the storyline a good one and the network of characters a good solid group. It reminded me a lot of Miss Fischer’s Mysteries, but is appropriate for younger readers. I struggled a little bit with the writing style as there were disruptions of a “narrator,” that I didn’t quite understand. I have not yet read the first book in the series so it may be explained better there (I will have to read and find out!).

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Stormwood by Luna Mayfield – Review by Stephanie Colley

StormwoodStormwood by Luna Mayfield
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is some good paranormal writing. It’s hard to come by sometimes. Getting into many different genres lately, paranormal has been at the top of the list.
If you want a romance, the spooky feels and a lot of tension between a couple. This story is right up the ally for you.
This story is about Luci inheriting a house from her aunt with some character if you will. The house captivates Luci with its mysterious ways and that drives a wedge between her and her fiancée.
What happens to them? Will the house take over or do they have a chance?? You will have to read to find out!

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Family Secrets (A Whispering Pines Mystery) by Shawn McGuire – Review bye Shelly Kittell

Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1)Family Secrets by Shawn McGuire
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Family Secrets (Book 1 of The Whispering Pines Mystery) is an amazing mystery. From the first page, I am drawn as Jayne is traveling to Whispering Pines, Wisconsin, to clear out her Grandmother’s house. Little did she know, she would be entering into a town full of drama and secrets. Oh boy, the action is basically wherever she turns. There’s a dead body in her grandmother’s yard to a break-in. She meets a handsome guy, Tripp, who basically tells her the town doesn’t like outsiders. She’s treated like royalty because she’s the Original’s granddaughter. Jayne sees the attitudes of the town and it makes her mad that they treat Tripp this way. I can’t share anymore. You have to read this. It’s so thrilling and full of twists and turns and suspense. The character’s are incredible. Honey and Sugar running a sweet bakery. It fits so great. The towns people make me think of the weird people I have met in Boulder. They just fit the characteristics so well; weird and hippy chic with a hint of spooky. So worth the read, I can’t wait to dig into the rest of the series. I love Jayne and Meeka. Highly recommend.

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Family Secrets (A Whispering Pines Mystery) by Shawn McGuire – Review by Kylean Sprosty

Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1)Family Secrets by Shawn McGuire
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Keeps you guessing right to the very end! I felt like I was investigating with Jayne O’Shea through each part of the story. The end is one I definitely didn’t see coming. Can’t wait to read the next book to see where the story goes. Truly enchanting.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Allyson Ware

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Allyson Ware

I have never read a Mafia type or related book before. I never would have even considered it, but this drew my attention the minute I read the description. Once I started, I couldn’t put it down. Liliana is not what you expect out of a Mafia boss’s daughter, she’s better. She’s who I want to be when I grow up. She’s confident, intelligent, and just downright sexy.

Then you meet Max, her bodyguard. There is something about him that you cannot help but trust from the first time you meet him. As you make your way through the book, you realize your instincts are correct about Max. If you’re like me, you end up falling for him; possibly harder than Liliana does. Trust me, there’s No Way Out of staying up all night to finish this book.

Reviewed by @aware

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Gone Country (Gone in Love) by Katrina Marie – Review by Karen Pearman

Gone Country (Cousins Gone #1)Gone Country by Katrina Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fantastic book to read if you love romantic comedies. The main couple of characters are hilarious and full of wit and charm. This was a quick read for me because once I started reading I couldn’t put it down. I had to find out what was going to happen with the two of them and their relationship. And the cast around them, mostly the cousins, were phenomenal. I was wishing that I had cousins like them. I thought the author did a great job with the writing and detail to make me imagine this was taking place in my hometown even though it wasn’t. She kept me interested until the very end. And she has my anticipation high for the next book in the series.

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Code Name: Vulture (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels and Sylvia Black – Review by Kerry Baker

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1)Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels & Sylvia Black is a great collaboration between two brilliant authors. The book was interesting from start to finish and you really get caught up in the story.
Although this isn’t necessarily the smoothest of collaborations that I have read the writing style of the two authors still seemed to work together. And the kinks could quite well be due to this being the start of a new series. The story really comes together and was great to read.
I really liked Vulture. I was hooked by him the instant I started reading. I did have a little bit of a harder time connecting to Danielle as an individual character but I loved the connection between the two of them. I think this is a good start to a new series and I am looking forward to trying the next.

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Code Name: Vulture (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels and Sylvia Black – Review by Deb Robinson

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1)Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. I’m a huge fan of Sylvia Black and was excited to read this book. Danielle is an art curator at a prestige’s museum in New York city, and is looking to get her hands on a priceless relic up for auction. This relic is of personal importance to her due to a dear older gentleman who has told her many stories about it. Vulture, a sexy breathtaking pureblood, is at the auction and outbids Danielle. She is livid that the gorgeous man has her relic and can’t get it out of her mind. A night out with her best friend results in her kidnapping and everything changes for her forever. She is wanted by the underworld for her abilities. Turmoil and murder attempts are plenty. If you love vampires, Lycians and other underworld characters then I recommend this book. This was a great read. Looking forward to book 2.

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